Chapter 51 The world is worth it
Emperor Jiajing liked to keep things vague and ambiguous when doing things.
For example, he would write a poem and give it to Yan Song, asking him to guess what he meant.
Yan Song is very old, and he couldn't guess it even if he killed all his brain cells.
Most of the time, it was Yan Shifan who did the work, and he always satisfied Emperor Jiajing.
Yan Song covered his forehead and said, "If so, I will be in trouble from now on."
According to their plan, after getting rid of Xia Yan, they would immediately get rid of Jiang Qingzhi.
"Dad," Yan Shifan said, "You forgot one thing."
"What's the matter?"
"There is no father and son in heaven!"
……
Jiang Qingzhi did not get carried away, but instead felt a little headache.
Because someone came to the palace the next day and asked him to come to the palace to accompany Emperor Jiajing in meditation and cultivation.
This is trustworthy!
When Jiang Qingzhi first met Duke Chengguo Zhu Xizhong in Zhilu, he was looking at the Taoist's alchemy furnace with envy.
"Chang Wei Bo?" This was the first time Zhu Xizhong met Jiang Qingzhi.
"Duke Chengguo." Jiang Qingzhi was very curious about this noble relative who had enjoyed great honors and favors during the Jiajing Dynasty. He was even more curious about how this seemingly nonchalant man could be trusted by successive emperors.
The lineage of Duke Chengguo originated from Zhu Neng, a great general during the reign of Emperor Chengzu. When it came to Zhu Xizhong, he was already a prominent figure among the nobles of the Ming Dynasty.
Zhu Xizhong may seem gentle and refined, but deep down he exudes an aura called... a dandy.
This birdman is in his early thirties, right?
Jiang Qingzhi went to greet him with a smile.
Zhu Xizhong also came over with a smile.
The two men stood still with their arms around each other, sizing each other up.
"I heard that you are capable of commanding troops?" Zhu Xizhong asked.
As a general, Zhu Xizhong liked to play with swords and guns and talk about military affairs when he had nothing to do.
"Compared with the profound knowledge of Duke Chengguo, my ability is nothing but insignificant." Jiang Qingzhi knew the mentality of this old playboy, so he catered to his preferences.
After all, if you want to change the destiny of the Ming Dynasty, you have to make your friends do more wrong.
Zhu Xizhong's eyes lit up, "Some other day, okay? Can you and I practice martial arts later?"
Are you starting to call each other brothers?
If Jiang Qingzhi had not known that Zhu Xizhong had remained strong during the reigns of Jiajing and Wanli, he would have really thought that he was a good-for-nothing old playboy.
Those who can do this are at least human beings.
"Lu Bing is inside, be careful."
Zhu Xizhong makes people feel warm when he opens his mouth.
Sure enough, this guy has some good abilities as a human being.
No wonder he was favored by two dynasties.
The old dude who didn't know how to behave himself had already been dealt with.
Jiang Qingzhi calmed himself down and went into the hall.
"Chang Wei Bo." Lu Bing smiled and nodded.
"Commander Lu." Jiang Qingzhi replied with a smile.
Emperor Jiajing pointed to the cushion beside him.
Jiang Qingzhi went over and sat down.
There was nothing wrong with crossing one's legs, but looking at Emperor Jiajing and Lu Bing sitting cross-legged, Jiang Qingzhi pulled the front of his robe over to cover his own legs.
"Why don't you try the double-lotus position?" Lu Bing encouraged him, "The double-lotus position is quite effective."
Ha ha!
You think I haven't tried it before? I almost fainted from cramps... Jiang Qingzhi laughed, "Practice is in the mind, not in the form."
There was a glint in Emperor Jiajing's eyes, "This is a gift."
Dao Master, I really don’t have the talent for cultivation… Jiang Qingzhi shuddered, and Lu Bing smiled and said, “This minister feels the same way.”
"Close your eyes." Emperor Jiajing closed his eyes.
Jiang Qingzhi closed his eyes but left a slit open to observe Lu Bing.
Before Lu Bing closed his eyes, there was more envy in his eyes when he looked at him.
Why is this?
What Jiang Qingzhi didn't know was that when Emperor Jiajing asked Lu Bing to practice Taoism, he only rewarded him with Taoist classics and allowed him to comprehend the truth on his own.
Today it was Jiang Qingzhi's turn, and the Taoist actually gave him personal enlightenment...
This favor made Lu Bing deeply envious, jealous, and fearful.
"No need to pay attention." Emperor Jiajing suddenly said.
Jiang Qingzhi was stunned, "Don't mind?"
In later generations, various cultivation methods are as numerous as stars. Even though Jiang Qingzhi has never practiced them, he has seen many of them.
What is this, this, this, or ...
The voice of Emperor Jiajing was somewhat ethereal. "If you can always be clear and peaceful, all heaven and earth will return to you. The intention is the acquired nature. The acquired nature is the small self..."
Jiang Qingzhi was stunned when he heard this.
So I let my thoughts run wild.
After an unknown amount of time, Jiang Qingzhi woke up slowly.
Am I asleep?
He opened his eyes and found that Taoist was looking at him with satisfaction.
And Lu Bing's eyes flashed with a strange light.
This guy is jealous of me!
Jiang Qingzhi was puzzled.
"Your Majesty, I am rude." Jiang Qingzhi felt like he had fallen asleep.
"Is this your first time entering a state of tranquility?" asked Emperor Jiajing.
"Entering a state of tranquility?" Master Jiang was a layman and didn't understand.
"This is talent." Emperor Jiajing said with a smile: "Lu Bing is far inferior to you."
Lu Bing smiled brightly, but his right fist was hidden in his sleeve and clenched tightly.
Lu Bing then took his leave.
He went to Zhilu.
"Why are you so angry?" Yan Song was in a good mood.
After learning about Emperor Jiajing's attitude towards Jiang Qingzhi, he discussed it with Yan Shifan and felt that it was not a bad thing.
"Just now, His Majesty personally led Jiang Qingzhi to practice." Lu Bing sat down.
"It's as expected." Yan Song said calmly.
"Jiang Qingzhi entered into a state of tranquility for the first time." Lu Bing looked at Yan Song sarcastically, "It seems that you, Prime Minister Yan, have never entered into a state of tranquility before!"
As a favorite of Emperor Jiajing, Yan Song would practice meditation from time to time. However, as Yan was old, he would often fall asleep while meditating.
"Hmm!" Yan Song frowned, "Jiang Qingzhi pretended?"
Lu Bing shook his head, "I have been secretly observing this boy. He is really in a state of tranquility."
Yan Song was surprised.
"Do you know what I am afraid of?" Lu Bing asked.
Yan Song shook his head.
Lu Bing said: "Your Majesty often said that if you can always be clear and peaceful, heaven and earth will all belong to you. When practicing, you should not use your mind, because your mind is the acquired ego..."
Yan Song said: "Your Majesty once said that before a person is born, he is pure and innocent. After birth, he is contaminated by the secular world and becomes acquired. The acquired self is formed, and the self is the seven emotions and six desires of a person."
"If you cannot enter into tranquility, your seven emotions and six desires will burn fiercely."
"Such people must be full of thoughts and have a strong desire for fame and fortune." The two looked at each other.
Yan Song covered his forehead, "Jiang Qingzhi can be calm and at ease, which shows that he has a simple mind."
"And you and I..." Lu Bing pointed at Yan Song and himself, "We are covered in dirt."
"My mind is full of distracting thoughts." Yan Song looked up, "Are you sure that Jiang Qingzhi is really in a state of tranquility?"
"Yes, he didn't move at all." Lu Bing said, "I once tried to pretend to be in a state of tranquility, but after only a quarter of an hour, I felt extremely tortured, my whole body was itchy, and then sore... I couldn't bear it any more."
"Is this person so simple-minded?" Yan Song found it unbelievable.
"Old Yan." Lu Bing said in a low voice, "Your Majesty likes ministers with simple minds the most."
"But look at the way he tricked Cui Yuanshi. Is that something that only a simple-minded person could come up with? Lu Bing, could you possibly come up with such a method?"
Yan Song asked.
Lu Bing shook his head.
"Then how can he be so cunning and yet so simple-minded?"
"How the hell would I know?"
Lu Bing's breathing became rapid.
"You're anxious." Yan Song sighed. "This is the first time I've seen you lose your composure like this in all these years. Is Jiang Qingzhi something you're so afraid of?"
Lu Bing suddenly cursed: "That bastard!"
"The more you scold him, the more you fear him!"
If Jiang Qingzhi could be dealt with, why would he lose his temper and insult him?
……
Jiang Qingzhi felt that he had just had a good sleep and was in great spirits.
He slipped out of the hall and walked around the alchemy furnace curiously.
This is His Majesty's treasure. The eunuch guarding the alchemy furnace was about to warn Jiang Qingzhi when he heard a dry cough.
"His Majesty said to let Lord Chang Wei be more at ease." Huang Jin said lightly.
"But Prime Minister Yan and Commander Lu have forbidden them from getting close." The eunuch felt that his authority was being violated.
This is your majesty's life!
Only we can get close.
That is His Majesty's business, and has nothing to do with us... Huang Jin said calmly: "Keep an eye on the fire."
The eunuch lowered his eyebrows and said compliantly, "Yes."
Later, the elixir was ready and the eunuch went in to report.
"Your Majesty, the golden elixir is ready."
Emperor Jiajing opened his eyes and didn't see Jiang Qingzhi. He couldn't help but laugh and scold: "Monkey."
The eunuch didn't know who he was scolding, and rolled his eyes, "Your Majesty, this furnace of elixir almost had an accident."
"Hmm!" Emperor Jiajing's eyes turned cold
"I was concentrating on guarding Danhuo when Chang Wei Bo suddenly approached. I was startled and almost..." The eunuch lowered his head.
Don't speak too much, always leave some room for thought... This is what his godfather taught him.
Outside the hall, Huang Jin listened to a eunuch's report.
"Lu Bing was quite friendly to the people in the palace, so Liang Yao wanted to get close to him. But Lu Bing knew that it was taboo, so he kept a distance..."
Huang Jin said calmly: "Is he looking for a backer?"
"Yes."
Huang Jin narrowed his eyes, "Chang Wei Bo is a little distant from us, it would be good to teach him a lesson."
The eunuch smiled and said, "In that case, let's just watch the fun."
"Dog slave!"
Suddenly, the Jiajing Emperor's rebuke came from inside.
Huang Jin's heart tightened and he rushed in.
After entering, he saw Liang Yao, the eunuch guarding the alchemy furnace, kneeling there and trembling.
Emperor Jiajing struck the jade chime.
Ding!
It was as if summoning heavenly soldiers and generals.
"Your Majesty." Huang Jin felt that he was the heavenly soldier and general of Emperor Jiajing.
Always on call.
Emperor Jiajing pointed at Liang Yao and said, "Capture him!"
"His Majesty!"
Liang Yao raised his head, "Your Majesty, spare me... wuwuwu!"
Huang Jin quickly covered Liang Yao's mouth and then had him dragged out.
Later, Emperor Jiajing went out for a walk, and Huang Jin asked the eunuch who stayed behind.
"Why did your majesty punish Liang Yao?"
The eunuch said, "I don't know, I only know that your Majesty suddenly had an attack."
Since Emperor Jiajing started taking elixirs, his temper has become somewhat erratic. When he seems normal, he will suddenly become furious. When he seems furious, he will suddenly smile.
Even Huang Jin couldn't figure out his temper many times.
Outside the palace, Emperor Jiajing looked at Jiang Qingzhi, who was chatting enthusiastically with Zhu Xizhong, with a gentle look in his eyes.
"This world still has my favor."
It will take a while for you to become an immortal, the Taoist doesn’t care.
The long-lost family affection made him linger.
After a long time, thinking that the elixir had cooled down, Emperor Jiajing ordered Jiang Qingzhi and Zhu Xizhong to come.
"Come, today you and I will share this together as king and subject."
Zhu Xizhong's eyes lit up, "Since I took the elixir Your Majesty gave me half a year ago, I have become much more energetic."
"But have you been thinking about my elixir?" Emperor Jiajing smiled.
"Yes." Zhu Xizhong smiled and said, "I dream about it."
"One pill per person." Emperor Jiajing ordered the pills to be divided.
Last time, Zhu Xizhong got a pill. After taking it, he was energetic for more than ten days and could easily have sex with three women at night.
He took the pill and put it into his mouth carefully.
Swallow.
Licking his thick lips, he sighed, "If only I could have one more."
A pill was put into his hands.
Zhu Xizhong tilted his head and saw that it was Jiang Qingzhi.
"Long Wilbur."
Jiang Qingzhi smiled and said, "This is the first time I've met Duke Cheng today, and we feel like we've known each other for a long time. This is my greeting gift."
"This is a chance to become an immortal." Zhu Xizhong also firmly believed in this.
"Then what if I give it to Duke Cheng?" Jiang Qingzhi said proudly.
"Brother..." Zhu Xizhong's eyes turned red.
"Eat it!"
Damn it, it's all heavy metal! And you guys think it's rock... Jiang Qingzhi turned around with his hands behind his back and stood in front of Zhu Xizhong.
It also prevented others from seeing Zhu Xizhong taking two pills in a row.
Long Weber, that's very nice. This little brother, I, Zhu Xizhong, will protect him!
Zhu Xizhong threw the pill into his mouth, without even using any water, and swallowed it with his eyes rolled back.
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(End of this chapter)
