Luck entry, starting from the Nine Dragons' succession

Chapter 98: Listening to Music in a Brothel, Serving the Same King

[Planting a Lotus in the Abyss of the Heart (Golden)]: In the spiritual platform, a pure heart lotus is planted. When the lotus opens to nine petals, all delusions will turn into morning dew, illuminating the original heart as if seeing the blue sky.

After seeing the fate of [Planting Lotus in the Heart Abyss], Fang Heng subconsciously sighed in his heart.

Sure enough!

Just as he expected, this was a fate related to Buddhism.

And the effect is also focused on exorcising inner demons and gaining insight into one's true self.

[Planting Lotus in the Heart], as the name suggests, can plant a heart lotus in the soul of the cultivator.

This heart lotus can not only suppress the inner demons, but also help the cultivator to clear his mind on the path of cultivation.

What’s even more terrifying is that the life and death of the cultivator who has the Heart Lotus planted in him will fall into Fang Heng’s control.

In a moment of thought, the lotus of the heart blooms or withers, which is the boundary between life and death.

The effect of [Planting Lotus in the Heart Abyss] is quite overbearing, and has a very Buddhist color of saving people.

However, Fang Heng soon discovered that it was not easy to condense the heart lotus.

Although this fate is strong, it is inextricably linked to Buddhism.

Only by taking Buddhism as the foundation and comprehending the Zen spirit can the lotus of the heart truly take shape.

Thinking of this, Fang Heng frowned slightly, feeling a little embarrassed.

Among the people of the Daqian Dynasty, Buddhism has always been a target of condemnation.

The main cultivation systems are Taoism and martial arts.

The power of Buddhism has always been entrenched in the Buddhist kingdom of the Western Regions.

However, the relationship between the Daqian royal family and Buddhism is very delicate.

The Ten Great Dao Courts are so powerful that they are difficult to contain. Emperors of all dynasties have been looking for ways to suppress the influence of the Ten Great Dao Courts.

The imperial examination was one of them.

However, after all these years of gaming, the imperial examination system has almost fallen into disuse.

Even if an ambitious emperor established the imperial examination system, he would soon be suppressed by the ten great Taoist courts.

If you insist on not giving up, the result will be war and the transfer of the imperial lineage.

In the ten thousand years of history of the Daqian Dynasty, the imperial examinations were held five times, but none of them succeeded.

In addition to opening the imperial examinations, another major measure was to win over Buddhism.

The Emperor of Daqian had invited Buddhists to come to the East to preach many times.

Use the power of Buddhism to contain the ten major Taoist courts.

It’s a pity that the ten great Taoist courts are not stupid. Even if they have to give up everything and start a war, they will never let Buddhism spread to the east.

He crossed the river to the east seven times, but all of them stopped at Hangu Pass.

The area within a radius of thousands of miles around Hangu Pass is dotted with ancient battlefields where various Buddhist and Taoist masters fought each other.

Today it is today.

Among the seventy-two counties of Daqian, there are few traces of Buddhism.

There are only a few wandering monks scattered among the people, spreading some sporadic scriptures.

Five imperial examinations and seven Buddhist crossings.

Every time Fang Heng reads this history, he can't help but sigh.

All these deeds prove the strength of the Ten Great Dao Courts.

The attitudes of the emperors of Daqian throughout the dynasties towards Buddhism were very ambiguous and full of flirtations.

The ten great Dao courts also knew this very well.

But these are all operations done in secret. At least on the surface, royal family members are not allowed to come into contact with Buddhism or practice Buddhist teachings.

This is also the reason why Fang Heng, who has no immortal roots and lacks martial arts skills, cannot turn to Buddhism.

"Buddhism..."

Fang Heng muttered to himself, his mind churning with thoughts.

Suppressing the distracting thoughts in his mind, Fang Heng stood up and looked into the air.

The eye of the Xuanwu formation has been completely repaired.

A magnificent formation suppresses the void.

Looking at this magnificent formation, Fang Heng's mouth corners slightly raised.

Because the perception between him and the Shanhe Pan was not cut off.

this means……

He could enter and exit the God-Slaying Formation as he pleased.

Everything coming in and out is under his control.

Fang Heng gave an order, asking all the formation masters and the soldiers of the Huben Army who were involved in repairing the formation to gather at the training ground.

On the training ground, Fang Heng stood with his hands behind his back, his clothes fluttering in the wind, his eyes as deep as the stars.

He raised his palm slightly, and a faint light condensed at his fingertips, signaling everyone to be quiet.

Then, a clear voice, with a hint of majesty and satisfaction, spread throughout the entire formation:
"Everyone, the Xuanwu Formation's Eye has been fully repaired today. This is a blessing for our dynasty and the result of your hard work."

"On behalf of the imperial court, I thank you all for your tireless efforts day and night. Without your concerted efforts, this formation would be hard to regain its former power."

"Tonight, the Music Bureau is hosting a banquet. I will personally host it and drink a cup with you all to comfort you for your hard work."

Fang Heng's mouth corners slightly raised, and a hint of relaxed smile flashed in his eyes
Before he finished speaking, thunderous cheers broke out among the soldiers of the Huben Army.

The sound waves were like a tide, causing the spiritual light around to tremble slightly.

"Your Highness Chitose!"

"Your Highness Chitose!"

"Your Highness Chitose!"

Everyone shouted in unison, their voices shaking the sky!
How could these soldiers have ever been to a high-class place like the Jiaofangsi?

Everyone is eager to try, their eyes are green.

When Shen Yinhu saw this scene, he was so angry that his face turned green.

Fang Heng was showing kindness to his own soldiers.

But he couldn't stand up and be the bad guy. Did he have to stop the soldiers of the Tiger Guards from going to the Jiaofangsi to have fun?
I guess the only thing on the minds of these soldiers now is the young lady from the Music Bureau.

……

Night falls.

There was a faint scent in the Jiaofangsi.

The sound of stringed instruments and the clinking of glasses created a lively scene.

Everyone was toasting each other and chatting happily.

Of course, there are also courtesans wearing light gauze clothes to liven up the atmosphere.

Her every frown and smile captivated the soldiers who had never seen the world.

The women in the Jiaofangsi were not only beautiful, but also good at serving people.

More importantly, many of them are family members of convicted officials.

Just think about it, holding the wife and daughter of your former boss in your arms, with their fragrance gently emanating from them, how intoxicating would that be?
Tonight, Fang Heng used his privilege as the heir to the throne to book the entire Jiaofangsi, allowing the soldiers of the Huben Army to enjoy themselves to their heart's content.

The Huben Army guards Yujing and is equivalent to the Imperial Guards of Daqian.

It's a rare opportunity to be able to show favor and win over someone in an open and aboveboard manner. How could Fang Heng miss this chance?
In the hall, the courtesan Li Yue was dancing gracefully.

Liyue's courtesan is known for her dancing skills.

Wearing colorful clothes and feathered robes, she dances gracefully.

The dance moves are as light as clouds, seemingly natural.

Every step feels like walking on the clouds, and every turn feels like the wind blowing through willow branches.

The melody of "Nichang Yuyi" is melodious and graceful, and Liyue's dance moves perfectly match it.

It's like a fairy descending to earth, making people unable to take their eyes off it.

The figure swayed in the candlelight, so beautiful that it was breathtaking.

When the song ended, the whole room was silent, and only the lingering sound lingered in the air for a long time.

The soldiers of the Tiger Guards are all wild boars. When have they ever eaten such fine bran?
All of them are eye-opening.

If there was anyone present who was unhappy, it was Shen Yinhu.

Shen Yinhu was already quite dissatisfied with Fang Heng for taking away his little cabbage.

Today, he was shown kindness to the Tiger Guards in front of him, which made him feel even more uncomfortable.

Unfortunately, he couldn't say anything.

The Tiger Guards under his command also knew about the ambiguous relationship between Fang Heng and Shen Qiu Shui.

I have long regarded the Ninth Prince as half a family member.

I can only drink alone.

After the dance, Li Yue walked towards Fang Hengyingying.

She has a graceful figure, picturesque features, and her watery eyes are full of charm.

"Your Highness, let me pour you some wine!"

Liyue is tall and has a cold temperament, but her voice is quite soft and sweet.

Fang Heng knew Li Yue's little thoughts clearly.

He did not refuse Li Yue's kindness. He naturally put his arms around the girl's slender waist and stroked the delicate skin around her waist.

This caused a commotion among the soldiers.

Li Yue's pretty face flushed slightly, and she lay naturally in Fang Heng's arms, seeming to enjoy the caress of Fang Heng's fingers.

This Ninth Prince, who has recently become famous, has long been a household name in Liyue.

Today Fang Heng booked the Jiaofangsi, and she came to perform the dance in person, so naturally she had her own little thoughts.

If she could be redeemed by the Ninth Prince, she would be happy even if it meant becoming a concubine in the palace.

Fang Heng enjoyed the beauty's service and closed his eyes comfortably.

I have to say, she is worthy of being the most beautiful courtesan in the Music Bureau. She is really good at serving people.

If you tie your hair up, it will look different.

"By the way, Miss Liyue, do you know Miss Guanguan from the Music Bureau?" Fang Heng asked suddenly.

Miss Guanguan, one of the most beautiful girls in the Imperial Music Bureau.

It made his master quite obsessed.

As a result, Taoist Xuanqing suffered many times at the hands of his master's wife.

"Miss Guan Guan, your flute playing skill is exceptional and well-known in Yujing."

"It's a pity that she hasn't been feeling well these past two days and can't receive any customers."

"Otherwise, Liyue is willing to cooperate with Guanguan and serve His Highness together."

There was an ambiguous look in Liyue's beautiful eyes.

There are so many things to say about what this co-servant method is.

The speaker has no intention, the listener has the heart.

When Li Yue mentioned Guan Guan, Fang Heng was surprised to find that the fate of [Gentleman Looking at Qi] had changed.

【Listening to music in the brothel】→【Gentleman observing the aura】

The fate of [Gentleman Watching the Qi] naturally also inherits the ability of the fate of [Listening to Music in the Brothel].

When listening to music in a brothel, you will be favored by the courtesan and have a chance to get intelligence information.

This passive skill actually works.

Suddenly, Fang Heng's eyes fixed.

If I say that I was just asking casually before, out of curiosity.

Well, now I'm getting serious.

Obviously, this Miss Guanguan probably has a big secret.

"Where is Guan Guan now?" Fang Heng asked.

"In Qingluan Tower!" Li Yue answered without thinking, and was shocked when she saw Fang Heng's serious expression.

Your Highness cares so much about Guan Guan, could it be that you like to be a fellow traveler with the master?

However, Liyue was not too shocked.

Who hasn't she met in all these years at the Jiaofangsi?

Not to mention being a fellow practitioner with her master, she has seen even more outrageous things.

"Liu Qing!"

Fang Heng called out, and Liu Qing, who was bragging to his colleagues, hurried over when he heard Fang Heng's call.

"Your Highness, what do you want?"

"Do you know why your general is so unhappy today?"

As Fang Heng spoke, he pointed at Shen Yinhu, who was a little tipsy.

Liu Qing bowed and asked.

"Your Highness, please give me some advice." "Your general has long admired the courtesan Guan Guan."

"It's a pity that Miss Guan Guan said she was unwell today and was unwilling to serve your general."

“Who knows if it’s true or not?”

Upon hearing this, Liu Qing immediately moved.

"Don't worry, Your Highness. I will go and invite Miss Guan Guan right away."

"I wonder if this courtesan dares to offend my general."

Having said that, Liu Qing didn't think much about it and walked straight towards Qingluan Tower with a few confidants.

The group looked aggressive.

Along the way, no one dared to stop us.

After a while, they arrived outside Qingluan Tower.

Guan Guan's maid saw someone breaking in and hurried forward to stop them, scolding them:

"How dare you! Who dares to trespass here?"

"My general has admired Miss Guan Guan for a long time."

"Miss Guan Guan, please give me some face and serve my general comfortably."

Liu Qing said this with a forced smile, a cold light flashing in his eyes.

"no!"

"My girl is not feeling well today..."

Before the maid finished her words, Liu Qing snorted coldly.

"So, you're not giving my general any face?"

Having said that, he pushed the door open and walked in regardless of the maid's attempts to stop him.

"No, you can't go in..."

The noise outside naturally alarmed Guan Guan in the house.

Guan Guan knew that he couldn't avoid it today, so he had to get up.

She was wearing a light pink gauze dress and walked slowly towards me.

Her pretty face was a little pale, and there was no trace of blood on her lips.

Her pitiful look makes people's heart moved.

"My lords, please don't embarrass my maid."

"Since your general is interested in me, I will sing a song for you."

Seeing Guan Guan being so aware of the current situation, Liu Qing showed a satisfied smile on his face.

"Miss Guan Guan, please—"

Guan Guan followed Liu Qing into the hall.

At this time, Shen Yinhu was already a little drunk.

When Liu Qing saw this scene, he naturally realized that his general was drowning his sorrows in alcohol.

General, you are actually obsessed with Miss Guanguan to this extent.

Liu Qing sighed in his heart and quickly sent Guan Guan to Shen Yinhu.

"General, I have brought you the beauty you requested."

"General, you must enjoy yourself!"

Liu Qing was very attentive and sent Guan Guan to Shen Yinhu.

Shen Yinhu looked at the courtesan in front of him with a confused look on his face.

What did I order?
When did I order it?
I do not know how?
Turning around, he saw Fang Heng opposite him with a smirk on his face. He immediately understood what was going on and a frown appeared on his forehead.

But now that everyone is here, can he still refuse to give up Guan Guan in front of his subordinates?

Where would his face be?
It was Fang Heng's move that made him take the blame.

"Guan Guan greets the general!"

Guan Guan bowed gracefully, her voice flowing like a clear spring, with a touch of gentleness and softness.

She was dressed in simple and elegant colorful clothes, with picturesque features. Her every move and gesture showed the demeanor of a lady from a noble family, yet there was also a hint of weakness that made people feel sorry for her.

The soldiers of the Tiger Guards, seeing this scene, could not help but keep their eyes on her for a moment, and could not help but sigh in their hearts:

"As expected of the most beautiful lady in the Imperial Music Bureau, she is truly stunning and charming."

"What songs do you know?"

Shen Yinhu had also heard of Guan Guan's name.

However, he was busy with cultivation on weekdays and didn't really like listening to music in brothels.

Since you are here today, you might as well listen.

"Today, Guan Guan will play the song 'Yangguan Sandie' for the general."

She said softly, then took out a jade flute from her sleeve.

The flute body is crystal clear, reflecting the candlelight, as if there is a faint halo flowing around it.

Guan Guan slightly opened her red lips, placed the flute close to her lips, and gently pressed it with her fingertips, and the sound of the flute flowed out slowly like a stream.

Suddenly, everyone was immersed in the sound of Guan Guan's flute.

There is only one exception.

Fang Heng.

While Guan Guan was playing the flute, Fang Heng was secretly observing this famous courtesan.

"A gentleman observes the qi!"

Fang Heng shouted inwardly.

Use the method of a gentleman to observe Guan Guan's fortune.

"what?"

A deep sense of surprise arose in Fang Heng's heart.

Guan Guan's luck is actually green with purple.

This level of luck is not something a courtesan can possess.

Otherwise, she is gifted and will be very successful in the future.

Or, there is something else behind her identity.

Considering the passive activation of [Listening to Music in the Brothel], Fang Heng is more inclined to the latter.

With an idea in his mind, Fang Heng activated the divine eye between his eyebrows.

Suddenly, the spirit of the divine eye became unhappy.

"Master, no!"

"I'm enjoying it!"

After the spirit of the weapon left the ancient and strange temple, Fang Heng never came to the brothel to listen to music, but the spirit of the weapon was very greedy.

Today, his wish came true. The courtesans in the Jiaofangsi gave the spirit of the instrument a feast for the eyes.

"Shut up!"

"If you keep talking, I'll lock you up in the dark room!"

Suddenly, the spirit of the weapon shut up.

The three words "small dark room" are simply its lifelong enemy.

The divine eyes!

In Fang Heng's field of vision.

A faint divinity lingers in Guan Guan's body.

"Abomination!"

Fang Heng nodded slightly, not feeling surprised at all.

Guan Guan's identity was pretty much what he expected.

God's evil!

And judging from his divinity, he should be a divine evil from the Bai Lian lineage.

"Master, I feel like there's something wrong with her divinity!"

"What's wrong?"

The words of the weapon spirit immediately attracted Fang Heng's attention.

His eyes fixed and his brows furrowed slightly.

"Her divinity seems to have been largely sealed by some secret method."

"What we have seen so far is probably only a small part of her entire divinity!"

"You mean, her strength is far stronger than it appears?" Fang Heng was shocked and understood the hidden meaning of the spirit of the Divine Eye.

"Master is brilliant!"

Fang Heng automatically ignored the flattery of the spirit of the Divine Eye.

Most of the divinity was sealed.

The God-Slaying Formation was intact, yet it was still possible to sneak into Yujing.

It seems that the Worship of Gods has not been doing nothing in the past ten thousand years.

Not to mention breaking the God-Slaying Formation, at least a loophole was found.

By sealing his divinity, he could temporarily avoid detection by the God-Slaying Array.

but……

This method should have great limitations.

Can't be used easily.

And sealing the divinity means that the opponent's strength will definitely be greatly reduced.

After Fang Heng pondered for a while, he did not take Guan Guan immediately, but prepared to go fishing.

"Evil spirit..." Fang Heng narrowed his eyes and thought to himself.

"This woman is actually excellent fertilizer for flowers."

"If we extract her divinity and give it to Taoyao to cultivate the Yuan Gang Red Peach, we will definitely get twice the result with half the effort."

"No rush, let's see if she has any accomplices first."

As Guan Guan finished her song, Yingying bowed and won applause from the whole audience.

Two hours later, Fang Heng left the Jiaofangsi under Li Yue's resentful gaze.

After returning to the palace, he immediately began to retreat.

"Heart Lotus!"

"Planting lotus in the heart abyss!"

"I hope you don't disappoint me."

After Fang Heng activated the formation in the quiet room, he still felt unsafe. He then used his ability to create formations with one thought to temporarily set up three formations before he felt at ease.

After all, what he was going to do next must not be known to outsiders.

Otherwise, if the censor impeached him, he would be in trouble even if he was a prince.

The foundation of the heart lotus is Buddhist principles.

Buddhist principles are not difficult for Fang Heng.

Even if you have not studied Buddhist scriptures in your previous life, you have at least heard of and seen them.

With Fang Heng's current understanding, he comprehends the Buddhist principles.

Even if one cannot become a high monk, it is more than enough to condense the heart lotus.

"Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, after walking in the deep Prajnaparamita for a long time, he saw that all the five aggregates are empty, and he survived all the hardships.

Shariputra! Form is not different from emptiness, emptiness is not different from form, form is emptiness, emptiness is form.

……

What Fang Heng chose was the famous "Heart Sutra" in China.

Also called the Heart Sutra of Guanyin.

Even if you know nothing about Buddhism, you must have heard the saying, "Form is emptiness, emptiness is form."

The core idea of ​​the Heart Sutra is that "the five aggregates are empty", which aims to break many attachments to the physical and mental world.

This point coincides with Xinyuan's intention of planting lotus.

This is why Fang Heng chose the Heart Sutra.

As he recited the scriptures in a low voice, a faint sense of Zen rose from his body and lingered around him, as if invisible Sanskrit sounds were echoing in his ears.

With every sentence he recited, the illusory heart lotus within his spiritual altar became more solid, its petals slowly unfolding and emitting a bright glow.

“Gate gate paragate parasamgate bodhi svaha!”

At this moment, in the spiritual platform.

An illusory lotus slowly took shape.

(End of this chapter)