Da Tang Si Zi: My Six Super Rich Little Nuggets!

Chapter 269 Jokhang Temple and Khorchin Street

On a dark and windy night, Celery, Leek, and Cabbage stealthily lurked near the Jokhang Temple.

"I heard that the construction of the Jokhang Temple was quite fraught with difficulties. Construction started several times, but the site was flooded each time," Celery said in a low voice while cautiously observing her surroundings.

Leek gave a light snort: "So how was it resolved in the end?"

At this moment, Bai Cai couldn't help but interject: "After Princess Wencheng saw this situation, she said that the entire Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is like a supine Rakshasa woman. This demoness's figure is no different from a human's, with her head facing east, her legs facing west, and her arms outstretched. And the lake where the Jokhang Temple is located is right at the Rakshasa woman's heart, and the water in the lake is her blood."

"So what? Princess Wencheng said that to build the Jokhang Temple, this lake had to be filled in first to suppress the witch's heart?" Leek pressed.

Bai Cai nodded and continued, "Not only that, Princess Wencheng also proposed to build twelve more small temples in remote areas to suppress the witch's limbs and joints. In total, thirteen temples were built."

Celery frowned, pondered for a moment, and then said, "To build a temple in the place chosen by Princess Wencheng, the first thing was to fill in the lake. At that time, the main method was to use goats to carry bags of sand to transport soil. In this way, with everyone working together, the lake was indeed filled in, and the Jokhang Temple had a foundation."

Leek's eyes lit up with curiosity. "Speaking of which, is the name Lhasa related to the Jokhang Temple?"

Bai Cai smiled smugly and explained, "Of course! The name Lhasa evolved from the Jokhang Temple. In earlier times, Lhasa wasn't called LASA; ancient texts wrote it as RASA, which means 'rasa.' RA in Tibetan means goat, and SA means land, so it means 'a place built by goats.' Later, a sacred Buddhist temple was built here, housing Buddha statues, scriptures, and stupas. Pilgrims from all directions came to worship. Everyone felt this place was a sacred Buddhist site, so they changed the name to Lhasa. LA in Tibetan refers to Buddha, and SA means land; that's how the name was decided."

"Alright, stop with the nonsense, let's figure out how to get in and steal!" Celery interrupted them impatiently. The three of them then plunged back into plotting their heist, while the Jokhang Temple stood silently in the night, watching everything unfold...

The next day, the three thieves, who were as cunning as rats and dogs, intended to commit the theft, but their plan failed. Even more unexpectedly, they set up a stall on Barkhor Street and started selling adorable dolls...

Celery: "My darlings, come and see this super charming Princess Wencheng doll! It's not just pretty, the story behind it is amazing!"

Leek: "Yes, Princess Wencheng was incredibly wise. She discovered that the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau resembled a reclining Rakshasa woman, and the lake where the Jokhang Temple is located was the witch's heart. So she proposed filling in the lake to build the temple, and also building twelve smaller temples to suppress the 'witch,' thus solving the problem of building the temple. Our doll embodies this wisdom; it's so impressive to display it at home!"

Cabbage: "Moreover, the princess was incredibly resilient. The temple was flooded multiple times during construction, but she led everyone to use goats to carry soil and persevere in filling the lake and laying the foundation. The doll embodies this spirit; owning it gives you the courage to face difficulties—how meaningful!"

Celery: "Building the temple relied on unity and cooperation. Filling in the lake and repairing the temple were all done with one heart and one mind. Princess Wencheng brought everyone together. The dolls are a symbol of unity. The scenes of the struggle back then are there, and just looking at them is incredibly inspiring!"

Leek: "That's right, the princess brought Tang Dynasty culture and faith, and promoted the integration of Han and Tibetan cultures by building the Jokhang Temple. The doll's charm is irresistible; bringing her home would definitely make her stand out!"

Cabbage: "My darlings, owning this doll will give you spiritual enrichment and a better understanding of history. Limited quantities available, first come, first served!"

The three vegetable thieves exchanged a knowing smile, their expressions sly...

After entering the Jokhang Temple, Zhen Xiaosi told Xiaoyao: "In the distant past, the Nepalese princess and Princess Wencheng set foot on the Tibetan Plateau one after the other. The Nepalese princess brought a life-size statue of Shakyamuni Buddha at the age of eight as her most precious dowry to Tibet, while Princess Wencheng brought a life-size statue of Shakyamuni Buddha at the age of twelve from Chang'an."

"Yes, these two Buddha statues are truly exquisite and solemn. I've heard that Tibetans generally agree that these are the earliest Buddha statues to enter the Tibetan Plateau, making them of extraordinary significance."

Zhen Xiaosi recalled: "In order to properly enshrine these two sacred statues, Songtsen Gampo decided to build Buddhist buildings. With everyone working together, the Jokhang Temple and Ramoche Temple were completed. Since then, these two temples have become an important foundation for the spread of Buddhism on the Tibetan Plateau, carrying people's faith and hope."

Where the Jokhang Temple now stands, Zhen Xiaosi recalls the ancient past, and before her eyes appears a clear and vast lake. At that time, Songtsen Gampo and Princess Bhrikuti, deeply in love, strolled hand in hand along the lakeshore.

Songtsen Gampo promised to build a Buddhist temple based on the spot where the ring landed. The moment the ring hit the lake, a net of light appeared on the surface, and a nine-tiered white pagoda emerged from the light.

Upon seeing this auspicious sign, Songtsen Gampo immediately decided to begin construction. Thousands of white goats carried earth and stones on their backs, busily working on the site. With everyone's concerted efforts, the Jokhang Temple rose from the ground…

Zhen Zong: "Xiao Yao, how's the Jokhang Temple legend-themed doll coming along?"

Chen Xiaoyao: "President Zhen, let me have a good chat with you! This doll, we'll design it based on the legend of the white goat carrying soil to build the Jokhang Temple. We want everyone to immediately feel the charm of that ancient story when they see this doll, and we also need to incorporate a lot of Tibetan cultural elements, so that it can both spread culture and serve as an art collectible, killing two birds with one stone!"

Zhen Zong: "Hey, that's a brilliant idea! But what about the exterior?"

Chen Xiaoyao: "We designed the white goat to be super cute, with a round, chubby body and short, chubby legs. It looks like a 'good worker,' embodying the perseverance it shows when carrying soil. The goat's head is held high, its ears are perked up, and its eyes are round and bright, looking very spirited. The goat's wool is made of the finest down, with each strand smoothed out, making it irresistible to touch. The wool is snow-white, perfectly matching the sacred and pure atmosphere of the Jokhang Temple in Tibetan Buddhism."

Zhen Zong: "What does the mound of dirt on your back look like?"

Chen Xiaoyao: "The mound is made of canelé-colored velvet, with the textured details sewn on, just like a real mound. It's decorated with silk threads, symbolizing good fortune. Next to the mound, we'll place a small model of a nine-tiered white pagoda. The pagoda is made of wood, carefully painted with Buddha images, finials, and other decorations. It's exactly what the white pagoda in the legend's net of light looks like—a perfect recreation!"

Ms. Zhen: "Are there any special considerations regarding the materials?"

Chen Xiaoyao: "The white goat's body and wool are made of high-quality super soft short plush, which feels soft to the touch, doesn't shed, and won't deform no matter how you play with it. It's filled with environmentally friendly PP cotton, which is elastic and bouncy, keeping it round and plump, and feels great to the touch. The plush fabric for the mound is also thick and sturdy, with a good texture, perfectly presenting the shape of the mound. No matter what materials are used, the Nine-Tiered White Pagoda is finely processed and hand-dyed, ensuring that the colors are tasteful and won't fade no matter how long you use it."

General Manager Zhen: "The cultural highlights must be accurate."

Chen Xiaoyao: "It's a sure thing! First, the cultural integration is excellent. The combination of the Jokhang Temple legend and traditional Tibetan elements makes the doll instantly recognizable to anyone who sees it. Second, the details are incredibly exquisite, from the wool to the earthen mounds and the white stupa. The high level of craftsmanship elevates the artistic quality. Third, the storytelling is strong. Looking at this doll is like stepping back into that ancient and mysterious history; it's fun and captivating."

Boss Zhen: "Okay, keep up the good work and get this doll to market as soon as possible!"

Chen Xiaoyao: "Alright, President Zhen! I guarantee I'll complete the mission!"