Chapter 119 Planning the layout
Xu Wanrong was sitting in a corner of the teahouse, listening carefully to the conversations of the guests. Her ears were like radars, capturing all the news about Weiyuan Marquis's Mansion.
Finally, an important piece of information fell into her ears - the wife of Weiyuan Hou, Lin Hai's mother, was a Buddhist, and she would go to Huangjue Temple to pray on the third day of every month.
"Believe in Buddhism? Go to Huangjue Temple on the third day of every month?" Xu Wanrong murmured to herself, a determined smile slowly appearing on the corner of her mouth.
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Xu Wanrong stepped into the threshold of Huangjue Temple with her heart in her heart. Her steps were light but firm, as if every step carried her determination and expectation. The sunlight shone through the treetops, dappled on her body, covering her with a layer of golden halo.
She looked around and was wondering which master to go to when she heard a low voice. She looked in the direction of the voice and saw two young monks standing under an ancient pine tree not far away, talking in low voices.
"Have you heard? Master Huichan is back." One of the young monks, Wuyuan, said mysteriously, his face full of excitement.
"Really? Master Huichan? The highly respected Master Huichan who has been traveling around?" Another chubby little monk Wuzhen was very excited when he heard this. Master Huichan is back. I wonder what different experiences he will have this time? I really want to hear it!
"Yes, it's him. I heard that he returned to the temple last night and is now practicing in seclusion." Wu Yuan nodded, with admiration in his eyes.
"Willn't our Huangjue Temple become bustling again? Every time Master Huichan comes back, the dignitaries in the capital will rush to visit him, and the door will be trampled down." Wuzhen sighed, as if he had already foreseen the future scene.
"Yes, Master Huichan's wisdom and cultivation are unmatched, so naturally they all want to catch a glimpse of the master." Wuyuan said with admiration on his face.
"But then again, Master Huichan is truly a legendary figure. Not only does he have profound attainments in Buddhism, he is also proficient in medicine, martial arts and many other skills."
"I heard that when he traveled around, he often provided free medical treatment to local people, and would pass on martial arts to those with good talent! No wonder Master Huichan is so loved!" Wuzhen talked endlessly about the legendary story of Master Huichan.
Xu Wanrong listened to the conversation between the two young monks and could not help but feel full of admiration and curiosity for Master Huichan. She no longer hesitated. Since everyone admired him, she would go directly to this highly respected master to see if he was just a name.
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She followed the instructions and came to a quiet Zen room. The door was half open, and a wisp of sandalwood wafted out, looking solemn and mysterious. Xu Wanrong hesitated for a moment, but thinking of her purpose, she still plucked up the courage and gently knocked on the door.
"Who is it?" A clear and majestic voice came from inside the house.
Xu Wanrong took a deep breath and replied respectfully, "I am Xu Wanrong, and I have come to see Master Huichan."
The door slowly opened, and a middle-aged monk in a gray robe appeared in front of Xu Wanrong. He had a kind face, but his eyes showed a wisdom that saw through the world. Xu Wanrong's heart tightened, she knew that this was the highly respected Master Huichan of Huangjue Temple.
Master Huichan looked at Xu Wanrong and said calmly, "What brings you here, benefactor?"
Xu Wanrong took a deep breath and confessed everything in her mind: "I have long admired Lin Hai, the son of Weiyuan Marquis Mansion. I know that his mother is a Buddhist, so I came here to ask for help."
Master Huichan frowned slightly, as if he was somewhat dissatisfied with Xu Wanrong's request. But Xu Wanrong was not discouraged, she continued: "I am willing to pay a large sum of money, just asking you to say a few good words in front of Weiyuan Hou's wife, so that she can believe that Lin Hai has little chance of having children in this life, and needs to find a woman who is destined to have many children and grandchildren as his wife."
Master Huichan heard this, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. She looked at Xu Wanrong's face carefully, and seemed to see something. After a moment, he slowly said: "Donor, do you know that everything has cause and effect? Forcing a marriage is definitely not the right way."
Xu Wanrong's heart tightened, but she did not give up. She took a deep breath and said firmly: "I know that forcing is not advisable, but I love Master Lin Hai deeply and am willing to give him everything. I beg the master to be merciful and help me."
Master Huichan looked at Xu Wanrong's determined eyes and couldn't help but sigh in his heart! Alas, what a bad fate! After a long time, he said, "Forget it, since you are so persistent, then I will give you a helping hand!"
Xu Wanrong was overjoyed when she heard this. She immediately knelt down and kowtowed three times to Master Huichan: "Thank you, Master! Wanrong will definitely remember your kindness!"
Master Huichan gently helped Xu Wanrong up, a complex emotion flashed in his eyes, and he advised gently:
"Master Xu, although you have been blessed with a treasure in this life, you must know that everything has its cause and effect. Even if you get what you want, you still have to bear the corresponding consequences!
Remember that good will be rewarded with good, and evil will be punished with evil!
I hope you keep good intentions and do more good deeds. Don’t let greed and obsession blind your eyes, and don’t do anything harmful to others for the sake of temporary benefits!
Remember, only a kind heart can last long! "
After hearing this, although Xu Wanrong had some doubts in her heart, she also felt Master Huichan's sincerity, so she nodded solemnly, indicating that she would keep the master's teachings in mind.
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On the third day of the first lunar month, Huangjue Temple was shrouded in morning mist and incense smoke. The sound of bells could be heard from afar, and the chanting of sutras was like the gurgling of flowing water. Pilgrims came to the temple in an endless stream, carrying their own wishes, hoping to seek guidance from Master Huichan.
After returning from his travels, Master Huichan set a rule to only receive three pilgrims a day. On this day, the third pilgrim he chose was Mrs. Lin from Weiyuan Marquis's Mansion.
Mrs. Lin walked into the meditation room and saw Master Huichan sitting on a cushion with his eyes closed, as if he had entered a state of meditation. She bowed respectfully and then sat down on the cushion opposite the master.
"Master, long time no see." Mrs. Lin spoke softly, with a hint of respect and expectation in her tone.
Master Huichan slowly opened his eyes, his gaze was as deep as the sea, as if he could see into people's hearts. He smiled slightly and said, "Mrs. Lin, how are you? Do you have any doubts that I need to help you solve?"
Madam Lin hesitated for a moment, and finally asked, "Master, my son Lin Hai, how is his...his marriage?"
Upon hearing this, Master Huichan nodded slightly and said, "I have already seen Mr. Lin's horoscope. He has little luck with having children in this life. If he wants to have children, it will probably be difficult."
Mrs. Lin's heart tightened when she heard this, and she hurriedly said, "What should we do? Master, you must think of a solution!"
Master Huichan sighed and said, "There is a way, but... we need to find a woman who is destined to have many children and grandchildren, and willingly marry Master Lin, to break this situation."