When Shen Gongbao heard this, he nodded immediately. He was born smart, so how could he not understand the key point? However, he still had doubts in his heart, so he asked: "The disciples already understand what the master said, but I am afraid that Jiang Ziya will gain power one day. When the Chan Sect flourishes in Xiqi, it will inevitably impact our position of Western Sect in Xiqi, so what should we do?"
After hearing this, Zhunti nodded with a smile. Shen Gongbao was prudent, thoughtful, and devoted to Western teachings, which was rare. So he said, "Your worries are not unreasonable, but it is impossible to join forces with Chanjiao." If you don't do anything, you only need to do one thing, and you will be able to protect your position in Xiqi from being threatened."
When Shen Gongbao heard this, he thought for a moment, then suddenly he had a flash of inspiration and said with a smile: "I understand, the master wants me to help Boyikao rescue his father, Xibo Hou Jichang. At that time, the disciple will become the benefactor of the entire Xiqi , Ji Chang and his son will naturally have more trust in their disciple, and even if Jiang Ziya is re-employed, he will still be the talent recommended by his disciple for Xiqi. In this way, even if I cannot let the Western religion overpower the Chan religion in Xiqi, then at least I can Make it evenly divided.”
Seeing Shen Gongbao's reaction, Zhunti laughed and said: "Okay, okay, Shen Gongbao, I really misjudged you, but it is not easy to save Ji Chang. By then, he will definitely pass the Boyi exam." I went to Chaoge in person. I wanted to do some divination, but I saw that the heavens were in chaos. I am afraid that the fortune and misfortune of this trip will be unpredictable. When the time comes, you must invite yourself to go with him to ensure his integrity."
When Shen Gongbao heard this, he nodded. Now that the seven-year period is approaching, if Chaoge has no intention of releasing people, then according to Boyikao's temperament, he will definitely go to Chaoge to atone for his father's sins. Now King Zhou is ignorant and moody. , who can predict whether Boyikao's trip will be a blessing or a curse. If Boyikao dies, everything he has gained in Xiqi will definitely be affected.
After bidding farewell to Zhunti, Shen Gongbao returned to Xiqi overnight. When he returned to his house, he began to calculate the good and bad luck of Boyikao. As expected, it was just as Master Zhunti said, it was impossible to calculate. Shen Gongbao looked at it. The bright moon was about to set, and he couldn't help but frown slightly, and began to plan in his heart how to save Xibohou Jichang. This was a big deal for him and the Western religion.
At dawn, Shen Gongbao already had a plan in his mind on how to save Ji Chang. Looking at the direction of the guest room where Jiang Ziya lived, Shen Gongbao sighed: "Ziya, Ziya, it's really God's will. If When the two of us entered the same disciple's sect, how could we be so unable to be honest today, and what can we do if the way of heaven is impermanent?"
Early on the next morning, Shen Gongbao sent someone to invite Jiang Ziya and his wife to have a meal. At the dining table, Shen Gongbao asked with a smile: "Brother Jiang, did you have a good rest last night? If you feel anything wrong, feel free to tell me Say, I'll let my servants rearrange the arrangements, so don't be polite to me, otherwise you'll treat me like an outsider."
Jiang Ziya waved his hand and replied with a smile: "Brother Shen, what did you say? I, Jiang Ziya, was poor in my family in my early years. Later, after I became a disciple and came down the mountain, if it weren't for the help from my sworn brother Song Yiren, I could only live in poverty. Now I live in Brother Shen This house is many times better than my previous residence, so there is no room for dissatisfaction."
Shen Gongbao nodded and said with a smile: "That's good. If I neglect Brother Jiang, wouldn't it be my fault?" Shen Gongbao paused and then said: "Brother Jiang, after breakfast, you can change Put on your clothes and follow me to the Marquis Mansion to meet the young master Boyikao. I will introduce you to him then. As for what you can do, it depends on Brother Jiang's ability."
Jiang Ziya was overjoyed when he heard this and said with a smile: "Thank you so much, Brother Shen. In fact, in the Kunlun Mountains these years, my master saw that I had difficulty in cultivating Taoism, so he asked me to study hard on the ways of governing a country and the way of leading an army. I have quite a lot of experience in this regard." Having said this, Jiang Ziya showed a confident look on his face.
Seeing this, Shen Gongbao also smiled. He was not good at government affairs and military affairs. Jiang Ziya could fill this gap. However, if he wanted Jiang Ziya to be more grateful to him, he needed to use some means. After breakfast, Shen Gongbao ordered The man gave Jiang Ziya newly made clothes, and then led Jiang Ziya towards the Hou Mansion.
In the prince's mansion, Boyi Kaozheng and his younger brother Ji Fa discussed saving their father. Now the seven-year period is approaching, but according to the reports from their spies in Chaoge, King Zhou had no intention of releasing his father Ji Chang. No one in the court mentioned this matter, so the two of them were naturally worried, so they got together to discuss how to save their father.
At this time, the guard came to report: "Two young masters, the Imperial Preceptor is asking to see you outside the door. He also brought someone with him, who he said was a talent recommended for Xiqi." When Boyikao heard this, he immediately laughed and said: "The Imperial Preceptor is here. As expected, they really care about me, Xiqi, and often recommend talents to me, Xiqi. In that case, why not hurry up and invite them in." Ji Fa also smiled along with him.
After a while, Shen Gongbao led Jiang Ziya in. When he saw Boyikao and Ji Fa, he saluted Jiang Ziya and said, "The poor Shen Gongbao (Jiang Ziya) has met these two young masters." Boyikao and Ji Fa Fa looked at Jiang Ziya next to Shen Gongbao and was quite confused. Jiang Ziya looked like a man in his seventies, not like the Taoist Immortal Shen Gongbao had introduced to them before.
Although the two of them had doubts, after all, it was Shen Gongbao who brought it in person. Boyikao did not want to be rude and said, "Please sit down." After the two sat down, Boyikao asked: "Guo Master, I wonder where the Taoist priest you recommended today practices Taoism and what magical powers he has?" Ji Fa was quite curious and stared at Jiang Ziya looking up and down.
Shen Gongbao said with a smile: "Two young masters, please allow me to introduce you. This is my old friend. His surname is Jiang, his given name is Shang, and his courtesy name is Ziya. We met on the way to apprenticeship in our early years. However, God was not kind to us, and a strange wind blew us away. People blew it away, and later I became a disciple of my master, Saint Zhunti, while Brother Jiang became a disciple of Saint Yuqing. We only got to meet each other yesterday, but the two young masters cherish their talents, so I came here to introduce them."
When Boyikao and Ji Fa heard this, they were quite surprised. In the past, most of the people Shen Gongbao introduced to them were people from the same religion or friends of casual cultivators, but they didn't expect that the people he recommended to them today would be people from the Chan religion or jade. How could this not surprise them as disciples of the Qing sage Yuanshi Tianzun? Looking at Shen Gongbao's calm and composed look, the two of them couldn't help but admire Shen Gongbao's broadmindedness.
Although the two are ordinary mortals, as the sons of Xibohou, they are also well-informed. There were four sects in the ancient world: Ren, Chan, Jie, and the West. The four sects were preaching to the human race and fighting openly and secretly. Just look at the Shang Dynasty. You know, the Jiejiao family is the only one, and there is no trace of the other three religions. Even if there are, they are not high-ranking officials.
Now Shen Gongbao actually put aside his sectarian views and recommended someone to explain the religion to Xiqi. Boyi Kao and Ji Fa were naturally surprised. Boyi Kao straightened his expression and asked Jiang Ziya: "Taoist Master Jiang became a disciple of Saint Yuqing. I must have learned a lot of Yuqing's magical techniques, but I don't know what skills I have. Let me tell my two brothers about it, so that I can gain some insights and arrange duties for the Taoist priest."
When Jiang Ziya heard this, he said: "You two gentlemen, I am ashamed to say that although I am lucky enough to be a disciple of a saint, my talent is not good enough and it is difficult for me to succeed in the immortal way. Although I have learned some magic, I am not as good as Brother Shen." , so I won’t show off my ugliness, but when I was practicing Taoism in Kunlun Mountain, I taught myself how to govern a country and lead an army. I was fortunate enough to read the military book that the Nine Heavens Xuannv gave to Xuanyuan Huangdi, and I benefited a lot."
When Boyikao and Ji Fa heard this, they were greatly surprised. They did not expect that Jiang Ziya would be lucky enough to read the military book that Jiutian Xuannv gave to Xuanyuan Huangdi. You must know that no one has seen this military book since Xuanyuan Huangdi. They did not expect Jiang Ziya to read it. I have actually read it, and actually I think so. Guangchengzi was the teacher of Xuanyuan family, so he kept a copy of it. Later, when Jiang Ziya became his disciple, Guangchengzi, as his senior brother, gave this book of The Art of War to Jiang Ziya.
Boyi saw that Jiang Ziya was so talented. After thinking for a long time, he said, "Since Daoist Jiang has a lot of experience in government affairs and military art, I will make you a middle-level doctor. How about participating in government affairs?" Although Jiang Ziya was recommended by Shen Gongbao, he was also recommended by Shen Gongbao. He is a disciple of a saint, but has no achievements in Xiqi. It is really inappropriate to be appointed to a high official rashly. Zhongdafu has already made an exception.
When Jiang Ziya heard this, he was naturally overjoyed. This was a level higher than what he had become as a doctor before. However, Shen Gongbao said: "My eldest son, Brother Jiang's talent is a great talent in the country. It is not comparable to that of a doctor in the First Middle School. Please invite me." For Pindao's sake, the young master put him in high regard, and Pindao is very grateful." As soon as Shen Gongbao spoke, Boyikao, Ji Fa and Jiang Ziya were all surprised.
I caught a cold recently and am busy decorating my new house, so the updates are a bit irregular. I would like to apologize to everyone.
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