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Would he dare to think about being in the same rank and eating melon seeds in the court? He never thought that today is an opportunity. After so many years of ups and downs, he finally got through it, and he didn't want to give up any chance.

At that time, he had retired for a long time. After all, the "hegemony period" was his master, and they all had stories anyway.

It hasn't been long since Li Shimin reactivated him, who doesn't want to seize the opportunity, besides, there have been too few wars in the Tang Dynasty in recent years, and there is no opportunity to go out to make military exploits. It is considered that he got some credit, which allowed him to get into the position of General Zhonglang, but he was not reconciled, his ability, courage, strategy and strategy were no worse than that of Marquis Wu of the current dynasty, what was worse was just a chance.

But now the general situation in the court is certain, there are only a few top military generals, and the military department is all from His Majesty's people. When it comes to wars, small battles are the affairs of the frontier generals, and the big battles are all for Li Jing, Li Ji's level Commander, these low-level people are the hardest ones, and they will not get any benefits.

Who wants to show His Majesty the yard for the rest of his life, the imperial guards even rarely practiced, what future is there for leading such a group of people.

Seeing the troubles in Tubo in the west, a group of generals waiting in Chang'an, their asses are still warm, the battle is over, and now everyone can't sit still when they catch up with a Fusang. Didn't you see that Cheng Zhijie was going crazy for wanting to lead troops to fight? .

They are all generals who don't understand who, in fact Cheng Zhijie is a big devil, a big devil with strong abilities, but after the pacification of the country, why did His Majesty refuse to use him? In fact, there is a mystery. In fact, Cheng Zhijie's tyrannical temper is a killing god on the battlefield.

It's just that Bai Qi's temperament is similar, or how can I say he is a muddleheaded person, the Great Demon King is not called for nothing.

Chapter 855 Su Dingfang's Surprise

In the pacification of the Tang Dynasty, Li Shimin does not need this kind of general, because it is really uncontrollable, so he would rather mobilize Li Jing, Li Ji and others who have made great achievements, because they will also consider the overall situation when fighting, but for killing gods, then It is not so easy to govern a country without any worries.

This time generals of Cheng Zhijie's level are actively fighting for it. Su Dingfang thinks it doesn't matter. He doesn't have a strong family background. How can he compare with someone like Cheng Zhijie?

So today's court exchange appeared.

Yuan Shan had a good impression of Su Dingfang. The middle-aged man was calm and sophisticated, and he was very familiar with the communication. Cheng Zhijie's daily arrogance was really unbearable.

Su Dingfang was blunt, and really kowtowed melon seeds together with Yuan Shan on the court, but his cleverness was that he didn't mention his thoughts at all.

"Lan Guogong's melon seeds have a special taste. They are salty, sweet and delicious. This is the first time I have eaten such a delicious thing. I don't know where it is sold. I want to buy more when I go back. When I meet the Duke, I must share it." Su Dingfang said.

"As long as you like it, the stir-fried goods stall on the third floor of Hepingfang Shopping Mall has five-spice melon seeds made by the Yuan family, and the purchase is limited every day. If you want to buy them, you may have to queue up earlier, or they will be sold out soon." Yuan Shan said.

"It's so delicious that you should buy it earlier." Su Dingfang said.

"Hahaha, I never imagined that General Su is also a foodie of my generation, which is rare." Yuan Shan said.

Yan Yuese and Yan Yuese had a good chat, but Yuan Shan was not stupid, and asked suddenly: "General Su is really interested in food? I don't know what kind of food he is good at making."

There was no sudden doubt, Su Dingfang smiled slowly, and said: "When I was young, I often fought outside, and when I was eating, I lit a fire to bake cakes. If you say you are good at baking cakes, you are very good at it."

Su Dingfang didn't lie, a piece of hard dough cake was baked on the fire and warmed up before eating. Although it was hard, it would be warm and had a burnt aroma. Naturally, it was better than dry chewy cake. I got used to it over time. The taste is gone, and besides, there were not so many pancake categories at that time, and whether it tastes good or not can only be judged by the benevolent and the wise.

"I'm also good at grilling, but it's all about grilling meat. I seldom make scones, but there are some things involved. Let me tell you, it's quite delicious to bake the scones again. Well, the method is not complicated, let me tell you ..."

Yuan Shan became interested and began to chatter endlessly. Su Dingfang was meant to strike up a conversation, but he didn't expect that this topic not only achieved his purpose of striking up a conversation, but also actually studied his scones with him.

Villagers in the mountains can barbecue things, and the taste is definitely better than the exclusive secret seasoning that Yuanshan added, but the control of the fire is honestly much better than him in these ancient people.

Su Dingfang listened to it, but he really listened to it. Maybe the middle-aged uncle was patient. He started talking about the heat, and then shifted from the topic of scones to the fire. When we arrived at the hanging stove, the hanging stove sesame cakes came out, and the cooking was not over yet. From the hanging stove sesame cakes, we continued to talk about the hanging stove roast duck. It seems that this stove is amazing.

Su Dingfang was very moved after hearing this, thinking whether he would go home and open a hanging stove biscuit shop after resigning from office. According to Yuan Shan's words, if he really wanted to sell him, he might soon become a rich man. There must be a place for him in the world, and he was moved by what he said.

"Hey! If this biscuit is really like this, can it be used as military rations to carry, saving soldiers the trouble of cooking." Su Dingfang said suddenly.

"General Su, you are too naive to think about it. Even if it is convenient to prepare military food and grass, you can't save military expenses. Besides, you can't save money on food. How can soldiers go to battle and kill the enemy if they don't have the strength? Your method of making soldiers suffer has long been behind It is." Yuan Shan said.

Su Ding was very curious about military matters, and said, "Oh, does this diet have anything to do with war?"

"Of course, what is food? It is one of the necessary components of the army. It is called logistical support. If soldiers can't even eat hot food, how can they have the strength to kill the enemy? In fact, what we are talking about is not eating well, but It's a concept of elite soldiers, but you don't understand even if I tell you." Yuan Shan chatted casually.

Su Dingfang was reluctant to speak when he heard Yuanshan, but he was really curious.

"Lan Guogong, let's talk about it, what does the concept of elite soldiers have to do with diet." Su Dingfang looked expectant.

Yuan Shan felt that since it was nonsense, let’s talk about it for a while. Anyway, the court is boring enough, and continued: "What does the quality of the diet mean? It is the national strength. It can be seen from the level of food. The route of elite soldiers is Well, first of all, if your soldiers are healthy, according to my opinion, although the current soldiers are not weak, most of them are still malnourished, especially the frontier soldiers who are full and hungry. Can the body be strong in the long run?"

Su Dingfang nodded. He came from this kind of experience. He deeply felt the hard work of the soldiers, but isn't it the spirit that soldiers should have to bear hardships and stand hard work? He wondered: "Is there anything wrong?"

Yuan Shan sighed, knowing the energy of these people, he continued: "Of course not, General Ruo Sisu has learned about the situation of the Imperial Guards in the Beiya, so you wouldn't ask such a question today."

Su Dingfang settled down, and suddenly said: "Beiya Imperial Guards are His Majesty's personal guards. They are well prepared and powerful. It is said that 3000 people can defeat the enemy of [-] people. They are the most brave soldiers of tigers and wolves in the Tang Dynasty."

"You're right, but it's actually the case. Your Majesty is devoting so much effort to make the Great Tang have such a mighty teacher to frighten Siyi Xiaoxiao. So I said that if all the soldiers of the Great Tang are like the Forbidden Army of the Northern Yamen With the same combat power, Fusang just can be calmed down with a flick of a finger, and who in the land of barbarians dares to come to the Tang Dynasty to make troubles, it doesn’t matter what the diet is." Yuan Shan said casually, he could directly say that nutrition and About physical development, he didn't want to waste his tongue.

Su Dingfang nodded, not knowing whether he agreed with what he said or what.

"General Su still has a long way to go in the future, melon seeds need to be eaten, court meetings need to be held, it's as simple as that." Yuan Shan said.

"Haha, Duke Lan summed it up brilliantly," Su Dingfang said.

Su Dingfang seemed to have really realized something. The two were so absorbed in chatting behind the pillars of the hall that they didn't even notice that there were several people standing behind them, listening all the time.

"I want to eat melon seeds, I want to have a court meeting, is it that simple?"

Suddenly a familiar voice appeared, which startled Yuan Shan, hurriedly put the melon seeds in his hand into his pocket, pretended to cough twice, and then pretended to discuss the matter with Su Dingfang, saying: "Well, both Makes sense."

Chapter 856

"What makes sense?" the visitor asked.

Su Dingfang immediately bowed to salute. Seeing that General Su knelt down, Yuan Shan guessed what, the voice is so familiar, isn't it His Majesty.

He turned his head and said with a chuckle: "Didn't your Majesty discuss something with General Su just now, it's nothing."

Yuan Shan felt guilty, he was so involved that he didn't know when His Majesty came, and felt strange when he came.

"I want to hear what you said just now." Li Shimin asked.

The emperor opened his mouth, so why don't you explain it? Yuan Shan turned his eyes and began to lie, he opened his mouth and said, "Your Majesty, I am discussing with General Su the matter that the ministers of the court are talking about."

When Su Dingfang heard it, his heart sank, and he was holding a fist in his hands. He was really afraid that Lord Lan would cheat him and let him cover his head.

Li Shimin asked curiously: "What have you said, let's listen to it."

"We all think that this method of discussion can be adopted, but the participants need to make adjustments. As the saying goes, there are specialties in the art industry. Naturally, the Ministry of Households should take the lead in discussing wars, and civil servants should cooperate with assistants to raise objections. But The premise is that it is better to discuss it after the Ministry of War has formulated the corresponding plan, otherwise everyone will participate and let His Majesty make the final decision, so it would be useless in his position.”

Su Dingfang's heart really sank, this is the rhythm of offending the civil officials of the Manchu Dynasty.

Hou Junji was very happy when he heard it. As the Minister of the Ministry of War, how could he not take the lead in the war, and immediately stood up and said: "Your Majesty, I think what Lan Guogong said is too reasonable. How much does the war have to do with a group of civil servants?" relationship, do they understand?"

The calm and sophisticated Hou Junji somehow expressed his attitude, and Cheng Zhijie disdained Ran, but this statement was not wrong at all.

Immediately said: "Lan Guogong is right, everything about fighting is the business of our generals."

Yuan Shan's old face darkened, and he thought to himself when did I say such a thing.

"Your Majesty, Duke Lan obviously looks down on us civil servants, please make a clear decision." Wen Duan began to boo and cry for grievances.

The generals didn't bother to quarrel again.