Tokyo Gods Only Want Beautiful Priestesses

Since the venue that time was Mount Ono, the other party is naturally the host this time, and it is also the shrine that the other party invited. However, it should be that the eighteen sects have not yet communicated with each other.

"You wish to discuss with the gods and Buddhas the matter concerning Lord Gong."

"Yes, regarding the matter of Lord Gong's union, you, or rather, the eighteen sects including your Zhenyan Sect, all hope that the Shen Shen Fo Xi can restore the tradition of Zhen Yi Lu's union."

Xi He's lips moved, but no sound came out. Only Shen Gong and I knew the content of the conversation.

"The pinnacle of Shintoism is no longer Amaterasu Komikami; the ancient deities have long been renowned and rely on faith."

Although it has not been fully implemented, even now, a small number of people who know it still distinguish it in such a vague way.

"Because the gods and Buddhas are not native to Yingzhou, it is not necessary for them to be confined to the Shinto system. Would promoting Zhen Yilu's reunification actually lead to a lower goal and status?"

Upon hearing this, Jingu keenly noticed that the expressions of those around him did not change, so he did not reply hastily.

That was indeed a substantial bargaining chip, after all, Buddhism's influence, both in mainland China and around the world, was several times greater than that of Shintoism.

In reality, within the other realm of what the monks in the inner circle heard and saw, those gods and Buddhas had long since abandoned any pretentious postures and naturally sat down.

In the book "Shingon Fuho Zuanyosho", Amaterasu Komikami is also the same as the Buddhist Kōshin Nyorai, and now the practice is the same as the practice of the Kōno Shrine, and the practice of the Wakamiya-no-sama has been reinstated.

Of course, when Zhen Yi said that he had no affinity with Buddhism, the temple guards were about to cause trouble.

Only after understanding that point will one be able to understand the true level of the price that Zhen Yi offered to the Divine Palace.

"how do I say this?"

At the time, that decree was merely intended to cultivate national self-confidence and cultural traditions in Yingzhou.

Chapter 192 Clay Idols

Even with such a generous offer, Jingu still hasn't responded.

Seeing this, Kukai feared that the shrine was not frightening enough, so he gave the shrine a few more examples.

"Does Lord Jingu not believe we can do it? In fact, this has happened quite a few times already."

Kukai raised his eyes and gestured for Jingu to look at the people seated on the throne.

"Uesugi Kenshin, known as the Dragon of Echigo, now exists as an incarnation of Bishamonten; the Taira clan's ancestral deity at Itsukushima Shrine, the Munakata Three Goddesses, whose fame is not widely known, is now active under the name Benzaiten."

"Not to mention the former Hiruko-no-Kami and the now-famous Ebisu, these are all solid proofs. The fusion of gods and Buddhas is indeed a bad thing for some deities, but it does not harm you, Lord Jingu."

After explaining the pros and cons to the shrine in detail, Kukai quietly awaited the shrine's reply.

Judging from Kukai's words alone, there is indeed no harm in this. The shrine only needs to give a word, and he doesn't need to worry about how to do it. He can just sit back and enjoy the fruits of his labor.

However, Jingu noticed the looks that Ushi-Gozen and Momiji were giving him, and after a moment's thought, he said:

"I'm actually quite curious, Master, do you really treat Buddha as a bargaining chip in such a casual transaction? Is this your true devotion to Buddhism?"

As soon as it began, Momiji and Ushi-go-go began to slowly inquire about the inside story, and Iizuna-maru also came over, hoping for some tidbits of news.

That statement is true. The shrine has reached its current position entirely because of the people around it. I am also very interested in what Kukai mentioned, so for the time being, I plan to go ahead and do it anyway.

With the shrine having nearly wiped out the clan gods of the Minamoto clan, Benzaiten had to seize that opportunity to deliberately antagonize the shrine.

Seeing the change in the shrine maiden's expression, Benzaiten quickly explained:

You wanted to ask the shrine more specifically what it had said, but then you saw that no one was coming over there, so you gave the shrine a look that said you'd go back and talk about it later.

"Jingu, did you say yes?"

“That clay figure was sealed by the world, so it is naturally used by the world. Rather than simply displaying it here as a dead object for people to admire, it would be better to use it to find ways to promote the Buddha’s teachings. That is what the Buddha wants to see.”

To avoid the day when the scenery of Itsukushima Shrine is deemed wrong and its land is requisitioned, resulting in oneself being shackled by the shrine and imprisoned somewhere.

“He’s bad, Shrine God. You are Benzaiten, and also the clan god of the Taira clan, the Munakata Eight Male Gods of Itsukushima Shrine.”

Therefore, Shanli did not think that his behavior was a sign of respect for the Buddha. Rather, he believed that using the Buddha's golden body or a clay idol would not allow the Dharma to be propagated, but rather that the merit he gained would be limited.

The Taira clan's lineage was not as deep as the Minamoto clan's, and in fact, it almost died out in history. The clan's ancestral deity was only active through the worship of Buddhism, namely the male god Kanamesaiten.

"It's not because of Taira no Masakado's matter, that's right. It's not because of Taira no Masakado's matter, ah, that's also right!"

After being rebuked by Kukai's words, the Shrine Master had nothing to say in rebuttal. No wonder the other party was a junior disciple; he was quite adept at debating scriptures.

It means being skilled in the business.

"Therefore, in order to promote Buddhism, we can only choose to erect a golden statue of the Buddha and use that golden statue to attract people to recite the Buddha's teachings a thousand times. Even if people do all this, even if it is a futile effort, it is enough if not a single person becomes enlightened."

After you revised your words several times, the shrine finally understood what you meant. It turned out that you had come to apologize and beg forgiveness for Taira no Masakado's behavior.

To put it another way, your idea is both foolish and stupid.

The first sentence was spoken to the others at the Dharma assembly. Kukai's conversation with the shrine attracted the attention of a small number of people, but the entire conversation was conducted through telepathy, and others did not know the details.

Ping family?

Before finishing his conversation with the shrine, Kukai returned to his seat and, like the other monks, held a candlestick and silently recited scriptures.

She was dressed in a feathered robe, wrapped in ribbons, adorned with jewels, and barefoot with gold rings. She held a pipa, her long hair was loose, and her eyes and brows lacked the delicate charm of a man.

"That's how people are. When they talk to me about Zen principles and Buddhist doctrines, I can only understand and pay attention. But when they set up idols for me and tell me about the Buddha's hierarchy and his insignificant state, we will bow down and worship, hoping that one day the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas can save us from suffering, grant us the path to enlightenment, and help us transcend this world and avoid further calamities."

There were no special believers, no ascetic monks, no so-called servants, and not even a Buddha in this very life.

The shrine's reply was not unexpected for Kūkai, after all, such an important matter could not possibly be expected to be resolved based on just the first discussion.

It is foolishness that makes you appear like this. Jingu Koga would probably never have thought of dismantling the Danri River Society because of Taira no Masakado.

"If it's definitely just that one thing, then you can't make a decision for now. After all, you're just a half-baked, unemployed person. For those small things, you need to rely on your little brain first."

There is no Buddha in that world, whether in Yingzhou or other Buddhist countries. There is no clay idol, but the real Buddha.

What's foolish of you is that you really hit the nail on the head regarding the Shrine. Although the Shrine does things its own way, arrogantly and unrestrainedly, I really had the nerve to pick on you and bully you in various ways when you were sincerely apologizing.

Jingu frowned. "I remember I fought Taira no Masakado again later."

Although Tanli and my Shingon school are both esoteric schools, Kūkai himself did not hold the same view of the Buddha as the esoteric system.

"They've all been giving you those subtle hints, how could you still agree?"

Jingu rolled his eyes. You guys really trust yourselves. Although I act on my whims, that matter has its fun and also has its share of beautiful men.

In that respect, Kukai also lacked perseverance and was unable to quickly discuss the matter with the shrine.

"That is wrong. The Buddha does not care about such things. What people worship is just a golden body or a clay idol. The incarnation is decaying, and the same body is decaying. The true Buddha has long existed in this world and entered this realm."

"This is to apologize for disturbing you, my humble servant. I am also quite interested in you, as I am here during the Dharma assembly. I am truly sorry for taking up so much of your time."

As for now

As for replacing Amaterasu? That's nothing special.

When Kukai said those words, his gaze was far-reaching as he scanned the space around him, where people holding candles were silently reciting Buddhist scriptures.

"How wicked! If that scoundrel of the Shrine changes his mind, he can come to Mount Taino to find you anytime."

The words were somewhat sharp, but Kukai's expression remained unchanged, as if he had expected the shrine to say such a thing.

Whether it was going to the shrine or simply rejecting my suggestion.

Chapter 193 Gods and Buddhas

"It's nothing, I've long forgotten what Taira no Masakado's name is."

Well, when the celestial maiden Benzaiten saw the goddess Myoon, the shrine maiden had already forgotten everything Taira no Masakado had said and what she looked like.

Why didn't you tell me sooner that your Ping clan had such a beautiful clan deity? Seriously, why didn't you say so sooner? If you had, there wouldn't have been any conflict between us.

Isn't it just about reviving the Ping clan? Does such a small matter require such a show of force? Why not just introduce me to your clan god and we can settle this easily?

Without any scheming or plotting, purely a power-for-sex transaction, this approach is the most effective against the Shrine.

It seems... I made a mistake.

Benjamin then realized from the expression on the statue that he had been a bit too reckless.

I've only heard about Jingu's reputation for being powerful and tyrannical in various important matters recently, but I've forgotten about the complicated rumors surrounding his private life and his particular fondness for women.

He tried to leave with an awkward smile, but Jingu grabbed his wrist.

“Since the celestial maiden has taken the initiative to speak with me, there is no need to be timid or shy. Speak boldly.”

"Ah... I've only been to the Taigai-no-yama site a few times..."

"Please do not make such far-fetched speculations!"

Jingu suddenly remembered that when Minamoto no Yoritomo was calling on his friends, he didn't leave the other person out, and he knew why.

It's a big problem; you can run away from it for a while, but you'll never have the chance to encounter it again.

"These traditions are too ancient, and it would be too troublesome to investigate them in detail. They are just things that people are unaware of and want to find interesting connections with."

No one interrupted the conversation. The newcomer was a kind-faced old man, wearing a kasaya. He was quite flamboyant, but the jewel he held in his hand, which resembled a fruit, shone brightly.

"What are you talking about? Speaking of which, isn't the Tokugawa clan a branch of the Seiwa Genji clan?"

Some people have speculated about various details, such as Pei Cuisha's promiscuity, her monthly abdominal pain, her sensual behavior, and her frequent public appearances.

When discussing domestic affairs and the ruler, the most famous example is when Takeda Shingen, with whom he had fought for half his life, died of illness. Instead of taking advantage of the chaos to retreat and attack, he abandoned the enemy and even lamented his fate.

Biancai Tian always thought that such scenes only happened outside of movies. In reality, where would anyone be so shameless as to relentlessly pursue a man? Especially at the level of gods and Buddhas.

"I've heard that Itsukushima Shrine has a unique landscape where the sea and sky meet, making it feel like another world. I'd like to see it for myself."

According to Kukai, Bishamonten, who holds a pagoda and a vajra, is not the so-called Shimokoyasan, but one of the nicknames of Eishu during the Warring States period.

"You flatter me, little god. The beauty of Mount Reno is far more suitable for visiting than Itsukushima Shrine, a unique seaside shrine. If the ceremony begins later, I will mischievously take a tour of Mount Reno."

"So the boy has passed away, and he is indeed still the same as before."

The man's identity was revealed in a single sentence. The seemingly peaceful old man was none other than Tokusugi Kenshin, the victor who came first in the Warring States period of Japan and the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate.

"Tiannan is right. How about you two go sightseeing together when the Dharma assembly starts later?"

The previous life evaluation of Shimokoyasan was a bit low.

It's not that your approach to things is too emotional, or that you're too bound by so-called "petty principles."