The next morning, except for Wu Qing who was ordered to stay in the house, the rest of the concubines gathered in the lecture hall.

In addition to praying for the queen, Abbot Tongguang would also explain Buddhist scriptures to the concubines.

The Empress Dowager worshipped Buddhism, and being familiar with Buddhist scriptures was a plus for the concubines.

Concubine Lin slept very well last night, away from Wu Qing's annoying voice, and enjoyed a peaceful night.

The atmosphere in the lecture hall is solemn and dignified, and every furnishing exudes an ancient and noble atmosphere.

As soon as Concubine Lin knelt on the cushion, a monk came over and served her tea.

She took the teacup, took a sip, and could taste that it was top-grade tea.

In the palace, only concubines above the rank of imperial concubine could enjoy this kind of tea.

Concubine Lin put down the tea silently and glanced at the monk who brought the tea.

"The tea here is quite good," she said lightly.

The Huguo Temple was much richer than she had imagined, and...

Concubine Lin carefully looked at the appearance of the monk beside her.

Sure enough, he is also good-looking.

This monk was probably less than 30 years old, and like the wise monk, he had delicate features, but his eyes were slightly dark and he looked a little tired.

"I remember you, Monk Liaokong."

Concubine Lin held the teacup and said slowly, "Every year when I come to Huguo Temple to burn incense, you are always there. Yesterday I was wondering if I would meet you again."

Monk Liaokong put his hands together, chanted "Amitabha" in a low voice, and replied: "I have been in Huguo Temple for many years."

Concubine Lin smiled and said, "If I remember correctly, it seems that you were here the year Concubine Ning entered the palace."

Monk Liaokong nodded and praised: "Your Majesty's memory is amazing."

After a few words of conversation, Monk Liaokong hurried away, using the excuse of cleaning the corridor. His back gave off a hint of a desperate escape.

Everyone else was eager to say a few more words to the imperial concubine, but Monk Liaokong didn't.

Concubine Lin stroked the scripture in her hand with her fingers and fell into deep thought.

"Your Majesty, who were you talking to just now? Why do you look so solemn?" Concubine Shu came in and sat on the futon beside Concubine Lin, smiling gently.

Concubine Lin talked about Monk Kong, "Does Concubine Shu have any impression of him?"

Concubine Shu nodded slightly, lost in reminiscence, "Yes, I have seen him several times, it seems..."

She thought about it carefully and said with certainty, "He is always by Concubine Ning's side."

"Beside Concubine Ning?"

Concubine Lin also remembered, "Yes, every time he gave a lecture, he brought Concubine Ning with him. Moreover, he also entered the Huguo Temple when Concubine Ning entered the palace."

Concubine Shu smiled and said, "It's quite a coincidence."

Concubine Lin didn't believe in coincidences the most, and her lips just twitched slightly when she heard this.

After a short wait, everyone gathered together.

Abbot Tongguang was wearing a golden Buddhist robe today, which radiated light and contrasted beautifully with his jade-like face, making him look like a saint who had walked out of a storybook.

A group of handsome little monks followed behind him, trembling with fear, as if they were very afraid of him.

Tongguang walked steadily in front of the crowd, clasped his hands together, and bowed respectfully to the Buddha.

Then he signaled everyone to open the scriptures placed on the table.

The concubines did as they were told.

Tongguang also opened a Buddhist scripture and began to recite the scriptures slowly in his clear and magnetic voice.

His voice was deep and rhythmic, and his lectures on Buddhist scriptures were never boring.

But what is hidden beneath that compassionate face?

Concubine Lin looked at the huge wooden carving of the real Buddha on the top of the lecture hall, and then at the top-quality fragrant tea in her hand that was offered to the empress in the palace.

The carpet under your feet is soft and warm, made of Japanese fur.

Such furnishings would not be inferior even if placed in her Linhua Palace.

However, all this came from a temple.

——The means by which Xiangguo Temple makes money are truly extraordinary.

Concubine Lin took a sip of tea, and her eyes turned a little indifferent when she looked at Abbot Tongguang.

She did not object to Xiangguo Temple making money, but if it damaged the reputation of the royal family, she would have to intervene.

After an hour, the lecture was over.

Abbot Tongguang smiled slightly and was about to leave, but was hurriedly stopped by Monk Zhihui.

The wise monk looked a little panicked.

He said hurriedly, "Abbot, this is bad. When we were cleaning Concubine Wu's room, we accidentally found Brother Kong's underwear."

His hasty entry had already attracted the attention of many people, and his words at this moment shocked everyone present.

The concubines all turned their heads, startled by his words.

After a long while, Abbot Tongguang slowly uttered two words: "Liaokong?"

The wise monk lowered his head and didn't dare to look at his expression.

That must be a face that is extremely angry but has to be concealed.

The concubines' reactions were even more exaggerated.

Concubine Zhang was shocked, and her voice involuntarily rose a few notes: "You mean, Concubine Wu?!"

Qi Changzai was horrified and asked loudly, "How could there be a monk's underwear in Wu Guiren's room? Could it be that you, Xiangguo Temple, framed her?!"

Now, even those who didn't hear it at first heard it.

The wise monk seemed to react at this moment and covered his mouth in regret, knowing that he had just said something outrageous.

Concubine Zhang said sarcastically, "How else can you explain the existence of men's clothing in a woman's bedroom? They must have had a secret meeting last night. They are so shameless!"

Concubine Shu frowned slightly and glanced at everyone unhappily.

Are you shouting and yelling because you are afraid that others don’t know about this?

Concubine Sun took the opportunity to add fuel to the fire: "In my opinion, this Concubine Wu is really an unlucky thing. Nothing good will happen if you run into her."

The atmosphere on the field became increasingly tense.

Yesterday, Lady Wu was just a little unlucky, but today she was accused of having an affair with a monk.

Lu Changzai bowed and asked the Imperial Concubine for help: "My Lady, I have known Lady Wu since childhood and I know her very well. I dare to guarantee with my life that Lady Wu absolutely cannot have an affair with a monk."

Qi Changzai snorted disdainfully: "If Lu Changzai says it's impossible, then it's impossible? The evidence is right in front of us, how can it be false!"

"If the two of them had not had a secret meeting last night, how could Monk Liaokong's underwear appear in her room?" she asked back.

Lu Chang bit his lip and said, "It's not impossible. Maybe... maybe someone really put it in there on purpose."

Concubine Lin opened her red lips slightly, her voice as cold as ice: "Shut up, everyone."

She took a deep breath of air and exhaled slowly to calm the anger in her heart.

"Do all of you think I don't exist? Do you think I'm as easy to talk to as the queen and will let you do whatever you want?"

Qi Changzai defended herself, "My queen, this is about the royal reputation."

Concubine Lin gave her a piercing look. "In my opinion, you are the one who wants to destroy the royal family's reputation the most! Zijuan, if Concubine Qi dares to make a loud noise again, you will slap her in the face."

Zijuan lowered her head and responded.

Concubine Lin turned to Abbot Tongguang and apologized, "I am sorry for not being strict with my subordinates. I have made you laugh."

Abbot Tongguang shook his head and forced a smile.

He was still thinking about Monk Lekong, and it was difficult for him to suppress his anger now.

Concubine Lin continued, "I will not embarrass you, Master. I just ask you to come with me. I also want to know what happened last night."

She knew that Wu Qing could never have an affair with Monk Lekong.

Prince Dingqin was so handsome, but Wu Qing could still look down on him, let alone an ordinary monk?

No one can compare to me!

Concubine Lin curled her lips downwards.