Zhang Shixun stepped forward and began to deceive. "This Buddha is the Medicine Master, the Lapis Lazuli Light Tathagata, the leader of the Eastern Pure Lapis Lazuli World. He is also known as the Lapis Lazuli Tathagata and the Medicine Buddha who dispels disasters and prolongs life. Look at him. In his left hand he holds a medicine vessel called the Priceless Pearl. In his right hand he makes a treasure seal. He wears a cassock and sits cross-legged on a lotus platform..."
Gao Qiu was filled with questions. "This...wasn't your stuff stolen by the thieves from Wuyou Cave? Where did this Buddha statue come from?"
Gao Yanei said, "Father, we have all been deceived by that mentally ill Wang Dong."
"Wang Dong? Shixun's cousin?"
"yes."
"How did he deceive us?"
"The real treasure wasn't stolen by the Wuyou Cave thieves, but was hidden by Wang Dong?"
"Oh! I see, haha!" Gao Qiu stroked his beard and laughed. "Dalang, stop calling me crazy. This kind of preventative measure is definitely not something a crazy person would do."
A few people laughed for a while, and Zhang Shixun pointed at the glass Buddha and said, "Uncle, look under the lotus seat again. There is a line of small words written here."
Gao Qiu looked intently and saw the words written on it: Eliminate all diseases of all living beings, bring peace of mind and body, and attain supreme Bodhi.
Zhang Shixun explained, "This is the seventh great vow of Medicine Buddha."
He actually knew nothing about Buddhism. When he was checking the gifts, he found this Medicine Buddha. There was also an instruction manual in the box, which contained relevant knowledge about the Medicine Buddha.
"Quick! Set up the incense table!" Gao Qiu shouted outside, then said to Gao Yanei, "Help me up."
"Dad, your injury hasn't healed yet."
"Stop talking nonsense and help me up."
Zhang Shixun also came forward to help and helped Gao Qiu off the bed.
Several servants hurriedly brought in an incense table.
"Not here, put it in the study!"
Gao Qiu held the Medicine Buddha in his hands and walked out carefully.
"Dad, let me hold it." Gao Yanei said.
Gao Qiu scolded him: "Get out of here! If you don't know how to speak, don't speak."
When crossing the gate, Gao Qiu staggered because he was too excited.
Zhang Shixun stepped forward to support him, and said to Gao Yanei beside him with a smile: "You should use respectful titles when addressing Buddha statues. You can't say 'take', you should say 'please'."
"Hehe! I don't know." Gao Yanei smiled foolishly.
Arriving in the study, Gao Qiu instructed the servants to set up the incense table, respectfully placed the Medicine Buddha on the table, and then personally placed the offerings on it before devoutly burning incense...
After the whole process was completed, Gao Qiu was supported by the two and walked into the living room.
Gao Yanei asked someone to bring a cushion and put it on the chair, then helped Gao Qiu sit down on the chair.
After Gao Qiu sat down, he said to Zhang Shixun happily, "My dear nephew, I am so happy to have the Medicine Buddha here today, haha!"
Zhang Shixun bowed slightly and said, "As long as uncle is happy, my nephew's wish will be fulfilled."
"Well! I am very happy that you can come to my home even if you don't bring any gifts." Gao Qiu said, stroking his short beard.
Zhang Shixun smiled apologetically and thought to himself: I wouldn't believe you!
"I should have come to visit you a long time ago, but I was afraid it would be too abrupt."
"It's not too late to come now." Gao Qiu nodded and said with a smile, "To be honest, my dear nephew, I have always respected Buddha. I am truly delighted to have the Medicine Master Vaidurya Light Tathagata home today. I am getting old, and I am gradually becoming indifferent to fame and fortune. I only hope that the rest of my life will be peaceful, blessed with a long life, and that my descendants will be safe."
The old guy seems to be looking forward to too much.
Zhang Shixun laughed secretly.
"General, does this Buddha statue need to be consecrated?"
"Of course. I'll be going to Daxiangguo Temple in the next few days to have a high monk consecrate it." Gao Qiu was in high spirits and talked about Buddhism to the two younger brothers for a while before turning the topic to business: "The emperor has entrusted me with the task of arranging your position. I wonder what my dear nephew thinks."
Zhang Shixun paused for a moment when asked, then said, "I'm young and passionate. I want to make my own contribution to the Song Dynasty and the government. To be more specific, I want to..."
"What are you thinking about?" Gao Qiu smiled and picked up the teacup, gently flicking away the foam.
Zhang Shixun wanted to say that he was training troops for the imperial court, but it was a bit inappropriate to say this in front of Gao Qiu, so he said, "I want to serve under my uncle and do what I can for the imperial guards."
"Well! Go on." Gao Qiu took a sip of tea.
"Soon after I arrived in the capital, I heard rumors that the Grand Commandant, who was in charge of military affairs, was abusing his favor and neglecting training, leaving the Imperial Guards with no soldiers left. I was furious when I heard this, and secretly felt sorry for my uncle. Therefore, if I could join the Imperial Guards, I would do my best to restore my uncle's reputation."
Gao Qiu smiled faintly and said, "My dear nephew, you don't have to speak up for me. Over the years, many people have impeached me, but I have managed to get through it safely. However, I am curious: if you were to join the Imperial Guard, how would you help me redeem my reputation?"
Zhang Shixun said cunningly, "Well... Uncle, can you please keep me in suspense for a while?"
"Ah!" Gao Qiu was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter and pointed at Zhang Shixun, saying, "Cunning boy."
Zhang Shixun said with an apologetic smile, "My nephew has a little plan in mind. When I joined the Imperial Guard, I wanted to make a fortune and also to train as a soldier."
"Get rich?" Gao Qiu was most interested in getting rich. As for training soldiers and so on, he just turned a deaf ear to it.
"Well, it's about getting rich." Zhang Shixun, realizing he had hit a chord, said, "I once heard from Brother Chengzong that most of the money the Imperial Guards make is moving bricks and building houses for others. This kind of work is hard and doesn't pay much, so I plan to organize some of the old and weak soldiers and find them a way to make a lot of money."
"Oh! What's the way to make a lot of money?"
Zhang Shixun said mischievously, "Uncle will know when the time comes."
"Alright! Haha!" Gao Qiu waved his hand and said, "Young people are full of ambition. Having ideas is a good thing. I'm very happy for you, haha! Back then, when I was in the prime of my life, I heard that Zhao Huaide of Tubo had rebelled against the Song Dynasty. I took the initiative to ask the emperor for help. With a heart full of blood, I went to the battlefield and led the army with Liu Zhongwu to defeat Zhao Huaide. In the end, we forced him to surrender. That's how I was honored by the emperor and served in the three yamen for twenty years."
Zhang Shixun flattered him: "Uncle is so powerful."
"Haha! Now that I'm old, it's time for you young people to take the spotlight."
Gao Yanei was absolutely a good boy in front of his father. He just sat there and watched his father's thoughts. Only then could he not help but ask, "Dad, what position are you going to assign to Brother Zhang?"
"Look, you're still not as patient as Zhang Shixun." Gao Qiu smiled and shook his head. He looked at Zhang Shixun and said, "How about you go to the Tianwu Army to hone your skills for a year or two?"
Zhang Shixun stood up and saluted. "It's all up to you, uncle. I will obey you without hesitation."
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