Tang Dynasty good father-in-law

"It's delicious!"

The refugee whispered, and it seemed to be delicious, with some saltiness, and it was crispy, not as unpalatable as imagined.

And it wasn't just one refugee who felt this way, they were all excited in an instant.

Not only are there more locusts in the relief porridge for refugees, but also food for locusts has been introduced in heaven and earth.

However, the workmanship of the locusts in the sky and the earth is much more refined. They are fried and sprinkled with some pepper.

Naturally, these two things did not escape the eyes of Chang'an scholars, and there was a trace of weirdness on his face, could locusts really be eaten.

Although the food in heaven and earth has been recognized by the whole Chang'an in a short period of time, even many wealthy people in Chang'an will choose heaven and earth when negotiating some business.

On the one hand, the food is truly outstanding, and on the other hand, Heaven and Earth has become the top restaurant trend in Chang'an.

No one would doubt that if one were to ask where the best restaurant in Chang'an is now, they would definitely say that it is heaven and earth.

There are even some rich businessmen and tycoons from other places who ate it once and forgot to return, spreading the reputation of heaven and earth all over the world.

But even though the food in the heaven and earth is famous, there are still no diners ordering this locust. Obviously, there is still a little psychological resistance, but today there are a few special guests in the heaven and earth.

This person is none other than Li Shimin. You must know that Li Shimin is not a peaceful master.

However, he was obviously in a good mood at this time, because his sub-father directly resolved the natural disaster invisibly.

Li Shimin, who was originally worried, went to see these refugees in the customs first, but after taking a look at the refugees outside the city, his expression was naturally a little strange.

Li Shimin's thoughts coincided with Sun Simiao's thoughts. Of course, besides Li Shimin, there were also a few people such as the eldest Sun Wuji who were traveling with him.

Because of his mood, Li Shimin thought of this new restaurant opened by his Asian father. He also heard rumors about this restaurant in Chang'an, so a group of people came here.

Just at the first sight, Li Shimin was attracted by the heaven and the earth.

The tables and chairs in the sky and the earth and the potted plants around them are scattered and orderly, as if there is a sense of beauty, and the melodious sounds of the erhu and the pipa slowly sound, making people feel peaceful inside.

Chapter 152 Intimacy, Excitement

Heaven and earth wins in terms of food, and it does not lag behind in the setting of the environment.

On this point, Shu An will not fall behind, but because of time, otherwise he would still want to make a flowing water in the middle.

However, this requires a waterwheel. Shu An knows a little bit about the principle, but it is not so easy to practice it, and it still needs a lot of research.

After the group of people entered, the matchmaker naturally saw it, and her eyes lit up when she saw Changsun Wuji and others.

Because after the night of the curfew, Changsun Wuji and Du Ruhui were regular visitors here, plus they were students of Shu An and important officials of the imperial court, the matchmaker would naturally get close to these people.

She even thought that her Yafu's ability to have such a status in Chang'an had a lot to do with the students she taught.

"Matchmaker, come to an elegant room."

Changsun Wuji stepped forward and arranged to speak first, with a hint of casualness in his words, obviously he knew a lot.

Du Ruhui and the two who followed at the side were very familiar with this scene, after all, if they came here often, they would naturally meet many times.

In the end, these three people were at the same table. Of course, Fang Xuanling's face was the most bitter among the three people, because he didn't have much money in his hand, so every time his friend paid for it.

This couldn't help but make the housekeeper feel a little embarrassed, and secretly wondered when he would invite him back.

However, Li Shimin on the side had some interest on his face, because Changsun Wuji didn't treat other people like this, even if he was equally serious to his own son, let alone a woman.

"Hong Niang?"

Li Shimin's mind was full of thoughts, as if he had heard this name somewhere.

Then a gleam of light flashed in his mind, before Lizhi often came to tell him that he had a good time with a companion named Yaya.

And this matchmaker is the niece of his Yafu, and the mother of Yaya.

If it is counted, then this matchmaker is still Wugou's cousin, Li Shimin couldn't help but look a lot gentler when he thought of this.

"My lords, come with me!"

The matchmaker showed a smile on her face and said, she was a little timid at first, but she has experienced too many shocking things in the past few days, and she is used to it.

In the past, if a court minister treated her so politely, she must have been flattered, but now she is used to it.

But even so, the matchmaker's mentality has not changed at all, and she has always kept her uncle's teachings in mind.

It is enough to do a good job, and there is no need to think about other things, and it is enough for her to do a good job in managing the heaven and earth.

Facing the person with the most noble status, the matchmaker usually receives her in person, so as to show her sincerity.

"I don't know what the adults want to order today?"

After leading the crowd to the private room to sit down, the matchmaker's voice could not help but rang out, and then opened a piece of silk in the private room, revealing a bamboo mat.

What is recorded on it is the dishes in heaven and earth, and after some customers have finished ordering, they only need to pull down the outer silk to cover the menu.

The reason why paper is expensive in this era, plus it is all written with a brush, if you want to write a character smaller, you don’t know how small it should be.

So Shu An came up with this method, and it was decorated with silk cloth, but it was another kind of embellishment.

At least it made Li Shimin feel a little novel when he saw such an order for the first time, but soon Li Shimin's face became a little stiff.

Because this price really scared him, an emperor, the price of each dish is enough to allow ordinary people to live for several years or even longer.

But soon Li Shimin's complexion returned to normal, because he quickly figured out the intention of this sub-father.

This restaurant was not opened for the common people, but seeing the merchants and gentry sitting on the first floor before, Li Shimin knew that his father had succeeded again.

Thinking of the taste of Shu Mansion's food, coupled with the refreshing environment, even Li Shimin couldn't help but want to come here a few more times, let alone other people.

"Hey, there are more dishes than usual."

Changsun Wuji rang out with a hint of doubt, because the menu created by his teacher had an extra line, and he couldn't help but notice it carefully.

After Changsun Wuji spoke, both Du Ruhui and Fang Xuanling couldn't help but look over. You must know that they are already very familiar with the menu.

"Fried locusts!"

After a while, the three of them had a strange look on their faces, as if they had a resistance to the following two words.

Li Shimin looked puzzled, but following the eyes of the three of them, he also saw that there were some special dishes in this dish.

Unlike other dishes, this deep-fried locust only costs 99 Wen. You must know that none of the dishes here are less than [-] Wen.

"Fried locust is our new dish in heaven and earth."

"According to the research of Dr. Sun and Duke An Xuan, locusts are not only edible, but also comparable to meat."

"Eating it regularly will also have a lot of benefits for the human body."

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Seemingly noticing the astonishment of several people, Hong Niang couldn't help but introduce, even if she was hesitant at first.

But after eating it once, Hong Niang couldn't help but feel that the taste was very good, and the original fear in her heart gradually decreased.

Up to now, she will explain every guest's doubts once. This is her uncle's explanation. Although she doesn't know why, she still does it without any hesitation.

"Is it really comparable to meat?"

Li Shimin's eyes lit up and he murmured, knowing that meat is scarce now, even he may not necessarily eat meat every day, and he still relies on the occasional relief from this Asian father.

Of course, Li Shimin would definitely not say it, after all, he was somewhat disgraceful about this matter.

Even he is so difficult, let alone in the army, it is good to be able to eat seven to eighty percent full, but not eating meat means not gaining strength.

Li Shimin naturally understands this truth, so he is naturally a little excited when he hears the news.

He would never forget seeing the refugees eating locusts with gusto. If the locusts couldn't be eaten, how could his sub-father dare to let the refugees eat them directly.

After thinking of this, the word locust took root in Li Shimin's mind.

"Order this fried locust!"

In the end, Li Shimin's eyes flickered and he couldn't help but speak, with a certain deep meaning in his words.

But Li Shimin's murmur just now naturally did not escape the ears of Changsun Wuji and the other three. As smart people, they naturally thought of some problems, and there was a trace of weirdness on their faces, could locusts still be treasures?

Chapter 153 Tasting, looking forward to

The matchmaker couldn't help but have a hint of joy on her face, because this was the first fried locust sold.

Then Li Shimin ordered a few more signature dishes, and the matchmaker quickly left the private room to order.

Not long after, the first dish served was the fried locust ordered by Li Shimin.

Seeing the locusts fried into gold, Li Shimin hesitated for a while and moved his chopsticks first. Those refugees can eat it, so why can't he eat it?

It can be said that Li Shimin also had some elements of anger in his heart, and he ate a deep-fried locust in one gulp.

After Li Shimin took the lead, Changsun Wuji and the other three also started to attack with a wry smile on their faces.

After taking the first bite, several people couldn't help being taken aback, because the taste is really good, with a special crispness.

"Are locusts really food?"

After importing one, Li Shimin picked up another one, but this time his mind was different from before.

Li Shimin and several ministers glanced at each other, as if there was an inexplicable meaning, obviously they all thought of the same point.

If locusts are really comparable to meat, even if they can train an elite army, of course, under normal circumstances, Changsun Wuji and others will definitely object.

But who made this majesty make a fortune this time, and after the curfew was lifted, there were still many shops in Chang'an that opened after the tax was increased.

The reason is that after the opening of the curfew, more and more people came out of Chang'an at night. Even if they had to pay more city taxes, they still had a lot of profits.

Under such circumstances, these shops naturally opened one after another, and no one would have trouble with money.

Li Shimin was also concerned about the curfew issue, and he calculated it in just a few days, and Chang'an could generate nearly a thousand more city taxes in a month.

This is naturally ecstatic for Li Shimin who is poor and frightened. This is an extra tens of thousands of guan in a year, and this is just the beginning.

And according to my father's idea, curfew can be opened in several prosperous areas, such as Luoyang, although it is not as good as Chang'an, but at least half of them have it.

In this way, the national treasury can increase at least a small one hundred thousand into the account a year, and even Li Shimin can't ignore it.

It is natural to have enough confidence with money, so Li Shimin naturally thought of the Turkic issue again, and naturally wanted to have an elite soldier.

This is also the reason why Changsun Wuji and others didn't stop them. They didn't know the potential of the city tax before, but now they know it.

Every year, there will be a steady stream of excess taxes entering the national treasury, which makes Changsun Wuji and others equally happy.

You must know that at least half of the civil and military disputes in the court council are due to money issues. It can be said that every time the disputes are fierce.

If there is more money, although the dispute may not be reduced, at least both parties can feel satisfied.

"Maybe you can ask the teacher about this matter."

Changsun Wuji couldn't help saying, if the locusts have any specific effects, then I will look at a teacher.

Now Changsun Wuji doesn't believe any of these rumors about Chang'an, they will only believe what comes from the mouth of the teacher himself.

The words of Changsun Wuji were agreed by Du Ruhui and Fang Xuanling, they trusted Shu An and did not believe in rumors.

Li Shimin couldn't help but nodded his head. In fact, his thoughts were similar, and he could still trust Yafu's words.

Moreover, locusts are now all over the sky in the suburbs of Chang'an. They are not considered rare things, and the usual money is enough to buy a lot of them.

After thinking of this, they couldn't help eating a lot faster. After paying the money, Li Shimin couldn't help but look at the matchmaker with deep meaning.

It is estimated that this matchmaker does not know her identity yet, presumably my Asian father did not tell her.

"I'm Lizhi's father. If you have time, you can let Ya Ya come to my house to play."

Li Shimin couldn't help saying one more sentence, but this sentence made Changsun Wuji and others a little bit astonished.

This is a pass to enter and exit the palace. I didn't expect that the matchmaker's daughter would be remembered by this one.

"Thank you sir!"

The matchmaker was stunned for a moment, but then she spoke, and there were still some doubts in her words.

Because she didn't know who the young man in front of her was, but she was delicate and found something wrong.

That was because he had made a mistake. Before, he thought that this son was the nephew of these important court officials.

Now it seems that this is not the case, on the contrary, this young master's status is not ordinary, Li Zhi's father reminded the matchmaker of the little girl who called her uncle, Grandpa An, pretending to be a palace.

But the matchmaker didn't ask about the identity of this beauty who was the same age as her daughter, mainly because she would feel an invisible pressure when facing her uncle.

Li Shimin nodded, then turned and left, even if it was for Yafu's face, it was still worth showing his kindness.