Chapter 223 Begging
Fangzheng naturally understood what Wang Yougui was thinking, so he said with a smile: "Benefactor, this poor monk knows it well, at least in exchange for peace of mind, it's okay. It's just this way..."
"This road... don't worry, I'll take care of it for you. The reason why the county built the road this time is mainly because the crew of "Allure" came to our village a while ago and praised Yizhishan when they left, and It is estimated that the above also think that if "Allure" is released, it will definitely be a big hit. At that time, Yizhishan will take the opportunity to gain popularity and stir up speculation, not to mention becoming a large scenic spot, but it will be no problem to become a small scenic spot. So this is the early stage Investment, your mountain road should also be within their planning range. I let you take the money just to tease you, but I didn’t expect, hey..." Wang Yougui could only smile wryly.
Fangzheng was stunned, he didn't expect that the crew of "Allure" would bring him such a big benefit, it was unexpected. But if you think about it, with such a large crew and a blockbuster film, once it is released, if it causes a sensation, this Zhishan will definitely become famous as well. At that time, the incense in the temple will definitely become more and more prosperous, and more people will come, and more people will be able to help. At that time, won’t the merits be earned a lot?
Fangzheng suddenly burst into laughter.
Wang Yougui chatted with Fangzheng for a while, and saw that this heartless little monk didn't take the half a million yuan seriously at all, so he didn't say anything. After hanging up the phone, he hurried to find Tan Juguo and Yang Ping to discuss the road construction.
Time passed quickly, seeing the passing of each day, there were more and more pilgrims, and there were more and more incense sticks in One Finger Temple. Fangzheng stood under the bodhi tree every day to welcome and send off pilgrims.
But this day, Fangzheng got up very early, and it was pitch black outside.
Opening the door of the meditation room, Lone Wolf immediately ran out of the den. As the number one protector of the monastery, although Lone Wolf is usually lazy, he is still a good housekeeper. Seeing that it was Fangzheng's lone wolf, he shook his head and moved closer, rubbing his big head on Fangzheng's trouser legs twice.
Fangzheng went to clean the Buddhist hall as usual. The monkey saw that Fangzheng had gotten up, and didn't be lazy, and ran out with a broom to sweep the floor. During these days, sweeping the floor, sweeping fallen leaves, and listening to the scriptures every day, his impatient temper has really changed a lot.
The squirrels also diligently helped clean up the cobwebs and dust on the beams of the house.
After the busy work was over, the sky was getting dark, Fangzheng cooked a pot, one person and three animals had breakfast, and Fangzheng went down the mountain. This time, the lone wolf and squirrel were not allowed to follow, and the temple was gradually becoming more and more popular, so no one could be watching. The lone wolf has the strongest combat effectiveness, and the squirrel is careful and vigilant, making it the best choice for gatekeepers.
As for the monkey, Fang Zheng brought it with him. Compared with the lone wolf and squirrel, the monkey has the highest understanding of Buddhism. The shortcoming is that the monkey has a lively and active personality and does not know the rules. But the monkey can seek the Buddha from thousands of miles away, which already shows that his original heart is to the Buddha. So Fangzheng would talk to the monkey about scriptures whenever he had the chance. Fangzheng never thought of eradicating all the monkey's habits, but just wanted him to understand what to do and what not to do.
All the way down the mountain, the monkey was very curious and asked, "Abbot, where are we going? Why are we going?"
"Tomorrow is Ching Ming Festival. In the human world, Ching Ming Festival is a day for worshiping ancestors. Everyone is born of parents. Without parents, how can they grow up? People must learn to be grateful, even if their parents are gone, There is also a sacrifice. Today we are going down the mountain to beg for alms, and bring back some things to worship the ancestors tomorrow." Fangzheng said.
Although as a monk, offering sacrifices is not so troublesome, you only need to silently recite a few prayers for the ancestors every time you worship the Buddha and chant the scriptures. But Fangzheng grew up in the village after all, and Zen Master Yizhi also attached great importance to these traditional customs, and the two of them have always been like this.
Now that Master Yizhi is gone, Fangzheng does not intend to change this habit.
The monkey scratched his head. Although he still couldn't understand everything, it was right to try to remember it.
When Fangzheng went down the mountain, the villagers at the foot of the mountain had already lit up the smoke and started cooking. Even those who got up early, had already had breakfast and came out one after another.
When Fangzheng got off the mountain, he was seen by others, and someone immediately greeted Fangzheng: "Master Fangzheng, did you go down the mountain for alms?"
Fangzheng proclaimed a Buddha's name and said: "Amitabha, Tomb-sweeping Day is tomorrow, and this poor monk is here for alms."
"Hey, I knew it. Just wait a moment, I'll go get some paper money." The person who spoke was named Sun Qiancheng, and his name was very promising. However, he was not a very good person, but he was very enthusiastic.
"Thank you benefactor." Fangzheng quickly saluted.
Sun Qiancheng laughed loudly and said, "Look at you, you are so polite, I have goosebumps all over my body." Sun Qiancheng went back to the yard while laughing, approached the house, took a plate of firecrackers after a while, and He handed over the incense and a stack of hemp money paper in a large plastic bag, and said with a smile, "I prepared it the day before yesterday, Master Fangzheng, take a look, is it enough?"
Fangzheng saluted and said: "Thank you, benefactor, there is no need for firecrackers, incense and hemp money paper are enough." Although there are countless incense in the temple that can be used, but this time Fangzheng only wants to use the incense from alms. One refers to the respect of the Zen master.
Sun Qiancheng chuckled and said, "I forgot, you never set off firecrackers, yes, I'll take it back."
Fangzheng took the paper money and incense, chatted with Sun Qiancheng, and then went to the next house. Sun Qiancheng didn't give him much. This is also because Zen Master Yizhi has been begging for many years. He will not take too much from one family. It is not easy for everyone. Taking too much is a burden for others.
As soon as Fangzheng left, Sun Qiancheng said at the top of his voice, "Master Fangzheng is going down the mountain to beg for alms!"
Song Ergou, who was sweeping the street, immediately threw away the broom and ran home. After a while, he ran out with a big bag and met Fangzheng.
And Yang Hua, who was making chicken soup at home, Yang Da Tuhao, had just stuffed a handful of firewood into the stove when he saw Du Mei come out and kicked his leg: "Are you deaf? Fangzheng went down the mountain for alms, You have money, why don’t you show it? Don’t forget, the child was begged by the temple; even the lottery you won was the golden words of Master Fangzheng.”
Yang Hua said bitterly: "I know, of course I know, didn't I hear this. My ancestor, don't kick and jump around, what will you do if you bump into our little ancestor?"
"Look at your virtue, am I such a coquettish person? Let me tell you, you're the one who stops me, otherwise it's not up to you, a big man, to do the work in this house." Du Mei cursed, with eyes in her eyes It's all warmth, and the corners of the mouth are unconsciously raised. Now that I have a child and have money, seeing that life is getting more and more prosperous, and the relationship between husband and wife is good, I just feel full of happiness.
Yang Hua smiled and said: "I know, I know, my wife is the most powerful. I'm going out now, you wait for me, don't move around, if you can lie down, don't sit..."
"Get lost!" Du Mei scolded.