Imperial Palace, Chang'an Palace.
Ning Tong entered the palace to pay homage to Concubine Xian, and the two finally had the opportunity to meet after several months apart. After Ning Tong sat down, Concubine Xian still seemed very reserved. Apparently, while the emperor was recovering from illness, Empress Zhang didn't treat her so-called "sister" too kindly. Even if she didn't say bad words, she didn't give her much good looks.
"I wonder if there is a girl from the poor people who can diagnose and treat you recently."
Ning Tong is very competitive. The more she is ostracized, the more she wants to prove her Excellent medical skills. < /p>
Ning Tong is very curious. It is not unusual for there to be new faces in this palace.
In her opinion, the people she sees are different every time she enters the palace. .
But she obviously can't understand the vigilance a woman in the palace has when dealing with minor changes in the situation around her.
Although Concubine Xian’s sister did not die directly at the hands of Empress Zhang, it was actually no different from being killed by Empress Zhang. Both of them had encountered the poisonous hands of power, and naturally they knew that the Queen was there. What does the Sixth House mean? It seems that it can really take human life seriously.
"I still have some things here, take them with you when you go out." Concubine Xian obviously did all this for Ning Tong's good, and she didn't want this woman who had been kind to her to suffer. So you can see me if you don't see me, and remember to give some gifts when you meet me.
Ning Tong said, "People's women don't come here for this. It's better to leave it to the nobles."
Concubine Xian shook her head and said, "There is no need for it in the palace, and there is no need for it up and down." I hope it helps you. If the prince and I get sick, I hope you can give us some help, but if it’s nothing serious, you’d better not enter the palace and be careful.”
Ning Tong obviously didn't understand what Concubine Xian's advice meant.
She also felt that this was probably because Concubine Xian didn’t need her anymore, but if she didn’t need her, why would she ask for help?
“Concubine Xian, the Queen just came here with an order, Please come over and have a meal." Just as he was saying this, a female official came in and made a report.
Concubine Xian seemed a little scared, but she still quickly gave Ning Tong a friendly look. Ning Tong stood up and didn't even understand what was going on.
"Go now, sister of the Ning family, I will ask someone to take you out of the palace." Concubine Xian is much younger than Ning Tong in age, so she was very polite this time and treated her with all the courtesy. Ning Tong calls her sister.
I also want to tell Ning Tong that I have not forgotten your kindness. In fact, the only person I can trust in the palace is you, but the situation forces you to stop being stubborn.
Just when Ning Tong wanted to ask a few more questions, the little palace maid came over, and the serving eunuch came over to make a gesture of invitation.
It means that you have been ordered to be kicked out by the Concubine Xian, and you are taking the things given to you with you., Damn it
Ning Tong looked at the unkind eyes of these people and seemed to understand what Concubine Xian meant by "raw faces". This group of people would treat the situation here as it is. Tell the queen, and the queen invites Concubine Xian to dinner, it is very likely that the queen does not want Concubine Xian to meet her, and is deliberately looking for a reason.
That is to say, from the moment she entered the palace, everything may have been watched by the queen.
In Kunning Palace.
Queen Zhang really had no intention of going to have dinner with Concubine Xian. She just called people over as an excuse and then sent them back casually later.
Queen Zhang is meeting his younger brother Zhang Heling.
Zhang Heling was very proud at this time, because Zhu Youtang had just ordered him to coordinate the affairs of the Beijing camp, and he seemed to be no longer just an honorable minister in charge of affairs, but the commander-in-chief of the entire Beijing camp. , when talking to his sister, he seemed to be a little more heroic and contemptuous of the world.
"How is the thing I asked you to do?" Queen Zhang didn't like her brother's tone very much, so she asked in a cold tone.
Zhang Heling then put on a smile and said, "Queen, why are you anxious? I heard my brother tell you, I have seen this Heavenly Master, and it really looks like an immortal. Cai Guogong's appearance as a carefree scholar is completely different, that's what he really calls a worldly master."
Zhang Heling was about to brag about Zhang Xuanqing, the current Zhengtao Celestial Master, when Empress Zhang glared back at her. Keep telling honestly.
"He said that you can only ask God to give birth to a child. As for regulating the body, it seems to have no effect. It is God who allows you to have children, and you will have them. If God thinks If you don't, no matter how much you improve, it will be in vain," Zhang Heling said eloquently.
Empress Zhang hurriedly said, "Then how can you ask God?"
"This"
Zhang Heling said, "Probably just build another Taoist temple and hold some sacrifices and fasting ceremonies." I don’t know the details of these rituals. I may have to ask more." Queen Zhang seemed to be a little embarrassed.
Zhang Heling asked, "Sister, we don't ask for the rightful master now, but ask for ghosts and gods. Shouldn't you and your brother-in-law work together on this kind of thing?"
"What do you mean? What are you talking about?" Queen Zhang looked very unhappy.
As a younger brother, you dare to speak and ask questions about the matters between me and the emperor
Zhang Heling smiled and said, "It really doesn't work. There is another Zhang Tianshi who is not available outside now." Rumor has it that Cai Guogong is the orthodox Taoist successor, and Long Hushan is a fake. I heard that it is related to some previous cases, but I don’t know whether it is true or not.”
About Zhang Xuanqing’s heir. The process involves the grudges of the previous generation. The previous generation's Celestial Master Zhang Yuanji was deprived of the title of Celestial Master because of his crimes.
"Yuanji was always fierce and stubborn, and he even used the tools and tools for his own arrogance and was good at making books. He took away the children of good families and forced them to take their property. His family was imprisoned and he killed more than 40 people, including three people in his family. After hearing about the incident, Emperor Xianzong was angry. He went to the capital to meet with hundreds of officials to discuss his death. "
Although Zhang Yuanji was later pardoned and demoted to a commoner, "Yuanji was in power for two years, but he was spared from death by virtue of his good fortune. With a hundred sticks, he sent the Suzhou Army and was demoted to a commoner." The inheritance of Zhengyi also appeared There has been no Heavenly Master for several years.
Finally, Zhang Xuanqing succeeded to the throne because of his inheritance status in the clan.
There is no record in history whether Zhang Xuanqing is Zhang Yuanji's son or not. He may be a member of the same clan. Most people think he is Zhang Yuanji's cousin. However, due to the ambiguity when he succeeded to the throne, The definition has also led many people to believe that Zhang Xuanqing is not an orthodox Celestial Master.
Originally, Zhang Zhou had never planned to join the Zhengdao side of Longhu Mountain, but he could not stand it and his surname was Zhang. Coupled with his miraculous Taoist abilities, the people began to think that Zhang Zhou was... The idea of being an orthodox successor has become more and more popular.
Empress Zhang said faintly, "The Taoist priests at Longhu Mountain certainly have real abilities. Before the prince was born, he performed a ritual to pray for heirs, and who knew it would be effective. This time I have to give it a try no matter what."
Zhang Heling smiled and said, "Sister, I don't want to hear this question. It's really useful. But there are rumors outside that it's this great nephew. , Ahem, just pretend I didn’t say anything.”
He originally wanted to spread some outside gossip, but when his sister glared at him, he immediately took it back.
"I will go and tell His Majesty that what you have to do is to ask him for a clear strategy. Now that people are in trouble, we can only ask the gods and ghosts for help. Otherwise, what else can we do? Now we have a wise man. If you are a concubine, maybe some other woman will come into the palace in the future. Even if it is for the sake of your own future, I will keep a close eye on you."
Queen Zhang will now use the fate of the Zhang family to try to change the situation. Brother, pay attention and step up.
Zhang Heling patted his chest and said, "Sister, don't worry, for your sake, my brother must be obligated to do it. Why are we a family?"
Zhang Heling asked for a lot more from the palace. Rewarded, he returned home happily.
But before he could enter the house, he was informed that the second child was waiting at his house again. He quickly had the things brought from the palace transported in through the back door, so as not to be seen by his younger brother. Ask him to share half of it
"Second brother, why are you here with me? You can enter even though the owner's house is not in front of you. You don't know that this house is full of women and children."
Zhang Heling When he saw his younger brother, he became furious.
Zhang Yanling said with disdain, "Why don't you tell me about the women and children, the old and the weak among us brothers? Whoever is with you is mine, and mine is also yours. Don't think that I don't know what you are doing." Go, run to the palace and fish out a lot."
Zhang Heling said, "You can go too."
Zhang Yanling pushed the tea bowl aside and said disdainfully. It’s not unusual for three melons and two jujubes. You and I are in charge of the capital camp now, and there are so many people coming to curry favor. It’s almost time to purchase at the beginning of the year, and the oil and water are like gold falling from the sky. I want to plunder my sister. You You have no future."
Zhang Heling scolded, "You brat, you still have the nerve to say that I have no future and you have future, you.It’s better to make money by yourself. It’s not legitimate to ask for bribes. What’s the point?”
“Okay, brother, I’m just here to tell you that I recently looked for that old boy Zhang Yong and couldn’t find anyone else.” , I can’t get the Beijing camp’s procurement matters into my hands. Why don’t you help me get the money? Don’t you want to leave it alone?”
Zhang Yanling also “doesn’t go to the Three Treasures Hall for anything”, come here Here, it was just for the benefit that he might get.
When Zhang Heling saw that his brother no longer asked about the reward he received from the palace, he put down his guard, sat down and said, "I didn't see anyone either, but. I heard that the decision on this matter was still made by the Ministry of War, that is, Zhang Bingkuan. ”
“It’s him again.” Zhang Yanling was naturally unhappy after hearing this.
Compared with their status in the court, the two brothers were not afraid of anyone, but they could not defeat Zhang Zhou alone. .
Zhang Heling said, "This matter cannot be rushed. There is something you need to do right now."
"What's the matter?" Zhang Yanling said, "How much money can I get?"
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"Silver, you just know how to do it. If you don't have any money, you won't do it." Zhang Heling was a little angry.
"Hey, that's not the case. If you don't give me money, you can give me gold." They are all common people, pretending to be noble and arrogant. Brother, do you dare to say that you don't care about gold, silver and jewelry? What's the matter? It's best if you can hug it at home. If you have to pay for it, don't talk about it. "Zhang Yanling swung his sleeves, held the back of his head with both hands, and crossed his legs.
Zhang Heling then told Empress Zhang that she wanted to find Zhang Xuanqing.
"My sister said it. , we must use the power of the heavenly master to give birth to a prince, a dragon heir. We can arrange the scene and so on. We may also build a Taoist temple in Longhu Mountain. You and I should know what to do by then." Zhang Heling Xun Xun was good at teaching.
Zhang Yanling’s face was happy and she said with a smile, “Of course I know, cultivating a Taoist temple is similar to cultivating a family temple. Anyway, it’s just a matter of making money. But even if you’re afraid, you won’t be able to earn much.”
Zhang Heling said, “It’s better to have hope than no hope. It’s already the end of the year. Now that you have made any progress, you said you have entered the Beijing camp. Who will listen now?” I've actually seen that Zhang Tianshi of yours, and he looks quite bluffing. It's best to let him fight with the other guy named Zhang, and we can just watch the excitement. ”
“What does it mean to fight? Even if he is a heavenly master and is qualified to fight with the man named Zhang, he will be so frightened that he will become a turtle.” Zhang Yanling looked disdainful.< /p>
Zhang Heling said angrily, "There can only be one Celestial Master in the Ming Dynasty, either this Zhang or that Zhang. No matter which Zhang you care about, they cannot coexist." Brother Wei thinks this way, if that person surnamed Zhang knows what kind of rituals this person surnamed Zhang is doing in the capital, and he is so presumptuous, he will definitely teach this person surnamed Zhang a lesson, and then he will ask us for help."
"Brother, this one named Zhang and that one named Zhang have confused me. Can you tell me whether it's okay or not?" Zhang Yanling found that her brain was not enough.
Zhang Heling scolded, "You don't want to open your eyes. If you don't want me to say anything, let Zhang Bingkuan teach Zhang Xuanqing a lesson. Then Zhang Xuanqing will ask us for help if he is afraid. In the future, will there be any Taoist temples or temples in Longhu Mountain?" We can take care of everything, even the wedding ceremony, spending money and so on." Zhang Yanling suddenly realized, "Brother, you are so clever. I thought you were out of your mind. I want to confront Zhang Bingkuan."
"What do you mean, I don't have a good brain?" Zhang Heling said, "I think you don't have a good brain. That guy named Zhang doesn't want to fight, so you can't make trouble with him. If there is any thunder, I will kill you, and then I will say that you have been punished by God."
"Okay, brother, you know how to scare me, please tell me what the detailed plan is." Zhang Yanling Rubbing his nose, he asked hurriedly.
Zhang Heling said with a conceited look on his face, "The mountain people have their own clever ideas."
"Bah," Zhang Yanling said, "Brother, let me advise you, those who practice Taoism are all human beings." , you think you are very capable, don’t be tricked by others, you still don’t know.”
“Get lost”
Zhang Heling shouted, and when he saw that his brother was really getting up to leave, he stepped forward two more times. Bu grabbed the man and said coldly, "Hurry up and find him. The man named Zhang is also a Shenlong. Who knows which Taoist temple he is hiding in? He hasn't visited me in the past few days."< /p>
Zhang Yanling said, "I'm looking for someone, why don't you go find someone?"
Zhang Heling said, "Is it me who makes the money alone, or our family? If you want to make money, why don't you contribute?" Also, let me tell you, there are a lot of properties in Longhu Mountain. The fields are hundreds and thousands of hectares, and the mountains are high and the emperor is far away. If you take it, others will not know that it is a benefit for nothing. We want the man surnamed Zhang to serve our family like a living god. If he doesn't ask for us, why should he hand over his fat meat? If you have no brains, don't get involved as soon as possible."
"I'm in, I'm "Come in." Zhang Yanling said, "Brother, I'll help you find someone, and you can help me find Zhang Yong. You two are just trying to make a fortune."
Zhang Heling then let go. Hand said, "Then I will help you look for it. At the worst, I can ask my sister to find someone to tell her. No matter how domineering Zhang is, he dares not to give the queen face during the Chinese New Year this year. The number of people who come to give gifts to our two families will be higher than usual." It’s been too many years, haha.” Please remember to bookmark this chapter after it is over, the latest and fastest website is free to read without anti-theft