Journey to the West, this Sun Wukong is too persuasive

Chapter 231 Zhenguo Temple and National Preceptor Liu Xiu
It has been six years since Wang Mang became the real emperor from a false emperor.

And recently there was a rebellion among the people. He was really depressed and didn't understand what he had failed to do.

Six years ago, under the guidance of a holy monk, he used the fortune-telling prophecies to force Ru Ziying to abdicate. From then on, he became the master of this country. The royal crown became the emperor, and he founded the new country and changed the name of Chang'an. For Chang'an.

In the year he proclaimed himself emperor, he began to reform the system of the world in accordance with the world of great harmony described by Zhou Li.

Change Tianxia Tian to Wang Tian, ​​replace private land with Wang Tian, ​​and restore the well-field system.

The slaves and maidservants were renamed as private property, and like the king's fields, they were not allowed to be bought or sold.

The currency system and the official system were reformed several times, salt and iron were taken over as official business, and mountains, rivers and rivers were nationalized.

At the same time, he rests with the people in order to seek peace and prosperity for the country and the people.

But unexpectedly, these reforms failed to achieve any results. Instead, the world became increasingly chaotic and rebellions continued.

For this reason, he followed the guidance of the holy monk and built Buddhist temples all over the world to alleviate the suffering of the people. By then, the rebellion would naturally be eliminated.

Facts have shown that this method is effective. The rebellions in various places have been subsided, the disasters have been reduced a lot, and the world has shown a peaceful scene.

Wang Mang felt that the prosperous age when Zhou Li ruled the world he longed for was coming.

But for some unknown reason, another rebellion has occurred recently.

In addition to being bored, Wang Mang came to Dazhenguo Temple outside Chang'an City to meet Kassapa, a holy monk from Western Buddhism.

He originally had a grudge against Buddhism because of the Chang'an flood and the incident at the White Horse Temple chanting ceremony.

But after having in-depth exchanges with Kasyapa, his impression of Buddhism changed again.

First of all, the Chang'an flood that year was a private act of Venerable Ananda, not an instruction from the Buddha.

Secondly and most importantly, the Western Paradise described by Kassapa is very similar to the world of great harmony he pursued.

And what makes him even more excited is that the Paradise is obviously better than the World of Great Harmony because there is eternal life there.

Kassapa showed his magical power and told him that as long as he could spread the Dharma throughout the Nanban continent, he would be able to become the king in the Paradise of Paradise in the future.

So he and Kasyapa became like-minded friends and often came to ask for advice.

At this time, two people were sitting opposite each other in a Zen room in the backyard of Zhenguo Temple.

Wang Mang said: "Holy Monk, my system is good and your Dharma is also good. Why are there still rebellions in the world?"

Kasyapa smiled and said, "Because everyone's thoughts are different, and there will always be people who are dissatisfied with their desires."

"Then what should I do?"

"Buddhism can influence those who are dissatisfied with their desires. If there is rebellion, it means that Buddhism has not spread there, and we must build more temples."

"I understand."

After a conversation and listening to the peaceful Sanskrit sounds and bells, Wang Mang felt much more at ease.

Later, he listened to Kasyapa's lecture on the mysteries of Buddhism. When he heard the subtleties, he planned to return tomorrow.

But late at night, Captain Fenwu came over to report.

"Captain Fenwu?" Wang Mang couldn't think of who it was.

The accompanying eunuch carefully reminded: "Your Majesty, it is...it is Zhijinwu..."

Wang Mang then remembered that he had just changed Zhijinwu's name some time ago, and Zhijinwu was responsible for guarding the emperor's travels and guarding the capital.

Soon, Lieutenant Fenwu came in and reported: "Your Majesty, spies have discovered that Grand Master Liu Xiu has been in close contact with some Liu family members recently, and it seems that he has some conspiracy."

"Liu Xiu?" Wang Mang frowned.

Before he proclaimed himself emperor of the Han Dynasty, he served as Huang Menlang. Liu Xin, who was in charge of the Han Dynasty collection at that time, was also Huang Menlang, and the two formed a deep friendship.

Later, he rose up the imperial court step by step, while Liu Xin and his father Liu Xiang made great achievements in classics and history. Liu Xin became a master in revitalizing ancient classics and was a famous Confucian.After he became the Grand Sima, he promoted Liu Xin one after another, and finally made Liu Xin both a marquis and a Guanglu doctor.

During this period, Liu Xin also changed his name to Liu Xiu.

After changing his name, Liu Xiu lived up to his trust. He not only provided strategies, but also used ancient scriptures to earn him a great reputation and help him establish a new generation of Han Dynasty.

It can be said that even without the support of Buddhism, he was confident of ascending to the throne of emperor.

After he proclaimed himself emperor, he paid more attention to Liu Xiu and made him a national advisor.

When he followed Zhou Rites to reform the world's system, Liu Xiu, a great scholar of the time, helped him a lot.

Now that he heard that Liu Xiu had close contacts with some Liu family members, Wang Mang immediately became suspicious.

Because six months ago, Liu Xiu's son was good at making fortune-telling prophecies with others, and he had his head chopped off.

Fu Ming is a symbol of destiny. Back then, he used Fu Ming as a basis to successfully seek a big position.

Thinking of this, Wang Mang said in a deep voice: "Go and find out!"

After Captain Fenwu left, Wang Mang had no intention of continuing to listen to Kasyapa's lectures and returned to Chang'an overnight.

Kasyapa was sent outside the Zhenguo Temple. Looking at the motorcade going away, the smile on his face disappeared.

After these years of interaction, he has clearly recognized Wang Mang's ability.

This person's name is too real, and his actions are always unrealistic and too ideal.

However, for Buddhism, this is not a bad thing, but is beneficial to the spread of the Dharma.

Therefore, when he supported Wang Mang, he did not deliberately make changes. He just followed the trend and used Buddhist beliefs to help Wang Mang quell the rebellion in the world.

After the people have experienced suffering, they will understand the preciousness of Buddhism, and this will lead to more Buddhist believers.

"Amitabha, good, good, good." Kasyapa recited the Buddha's name in his heart, turned around and returned to the temple.

On the other side, it was dawn the next day after Wang Mang returned to Chang'an.

Lieutenant Fenwu came again to report: "Your Majesty, I have found out that it was Duke An Ding who wrote an edict with blood as ink, sewn it into his belt, and secretly sent it to the national counselor Liu Xiu."

When Wang Mang heard this, he immediately sneered: "What a Liu Xiu!"

Duke Anding was the title he gave to Ru Ziying, and his position as emperor came from Ru Ziying's abdication.

What do you want to do now with a blood edict?
Obviously trying to rebel against him!

Who is the mastermind?

Wang Mang knew that he was definitely not Liu Ying's child, because Liu Ying was only 12 years old now. He had only been the crown prince of the Han Dynasty for three years before. When he was four years old, he was imprisoned by him and cut off communication with the outside world.

Now Ru Ziying is just a fool who doesn't understand animals and can't speak clearly. What kind of blood edict can he write?
So the mastermind must be the national counselor Liu Xiu!

After all, Liu Xiu is also a clan member of the Liu family, descended from the lineage of Liu Jiao, the younger brother of Emperor Gaozu of Han Dynasty. In addition, his son was beheaded by him, the emperor, and he would indeed plot a rebellion if he harbored a grudge.

At this time, Lieutenant Fenwu hesitated for a moment and then said: "Your Majesty, I also found a prophecy."

Wang Mang's eyes narrowed and he asked hurriedly: "What are you talking about?"

Captain Fenwu said: "Liu Xiu should be the emperor."

Wang Mang's expression changed.

Nowadays, people mostly believe in fortune-telling and prophecies. Once any prophecy appears, it will spread among the people quickly.

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