The happy life of a prodigal

I think that the magistrates and prefects of the various state capitals did not mention this matter too much in the memorials presented to His Majesty because of this reason. "

On the side, when Fang Xiu heard the words of the Zhou Jiedu envoy, the expression on his face became a little strange.

Grim, ugly, monster-like...

If he had never seen the red worm and didn't know that the red worm was a crayfish, he would really be taken aback by his words.

When Emperor Chu heard this, he was startled, and then his eyes narrowed slightly.

Bloodworms...

He got up, walked to Zhou Nan, looked at him, and asked, "I ask you, have you seen this red worm?"

Zhou Nan lowered his head and replied: "I have seen it before, it is indeed hideous and extremely ugly...

But it wasn't as scary as the common people had rumored. I felt that it was just another crab-like bug.

This thing is often found in river ditches and fields, and likes to eat rice. This time, the disaster in the North Central Plains, [-] out of [-] is due to drought, and [-] out of [-] is due to insect infestation. "

Hearing this, Emperor Chu stood where he was, his expression became a little uncertain, and he didn't know what he was thinking.

He was standing, so it was impossible for Fang Xiu to sit.

At this moment, he stood aside, hesitated for a moment, and said: "Your Majesty, in fact... I have a solution to the pest plague."

When Emperor Chu heard this, he turned his head to look at him, with a look of surprise on his face, and asked, "Oh, have you seen red worms?"

Fang Xiu nodded and said, "I have seen it."

Not only have I seen it, but I have eaten it.

Not only have I eaten, but I have also eaten a lot...

Not only did I eat a lot, but both your son and your daughter ate a lot.

At this time, he looked at the old emperor in front of him and really wanted to say: Your Majesty, can you settle the meal expenses of Princess An Le and His Royal Highness first.

After thinking about it, forget it.

After all, there were two outsiders present, so it always seemed that he was too philistine when talking about money.

"Have you seen it? How did you see it?"

Chu Huang looked at him curiously.

Fang Xiu replied: "Reporting to Your Majesty, red worms have appeared in many villages in the capital, and there are a lot of them.

A few days ago, when I went to the suburbs, I met many old farmers who were farming in the fields. The old farmers told me that this thing is called red worm, and it has become a flood. "

When Emperor Chu heard this, he frowned tightly.

Such insects that only eat rice have appeared in the land of Gyeonggi, and it has become a flood?

In this way, doesn't it mean that the people in Gyeonggi, or the farmers in Gyeonggi may also follow in the footsteps of the Three Ways of the Central Plains?

Thinking of this, Emperor Chu looked at Fang Xiu in front of him, and asked eagerly: "You said you have a solution to the pest plague? Tell me about it."

He still trusted Fang Xiu very much.

Since he said that there is a solution, then nine out of ten it is true.

Even if it is not true, it seems that there is no better way to think of it for a while.

After all, during the locust plagues in previous years, there was no good way to deal with them, and they could only rely on the imperial court's grain reserves to support them.

Fang Xiu looked at Emperor Chu and said, "Your Majesty, the minister's solution is only one word, which is... eat!"

When Emperor Chu heard this, he was slightly taken aback, and asked back, "Eat?"

"That's right, just eat."

Fang Xiu showed a faint smile on his face, and said: "I found out that the name of this red worm is red worm. It is actually closer to the river prawn, and the taste is even more similar. Compared with the river prawn, it is even easier to eat. Some.

Therefore, the minister thought that His Majesty could issue an order to let farmers catch red worms, send them to various restaurants in the capital, cook them, and sell them to the people in the capital.

Of course, certain rewards should be given to farmers who catch red worms.

In this way, even if the farmers do not eat, drink or sleep, they will catch red worms in the fields overnight.

After all, what pushes the farmers forward is only one word - profit!

There is no benefit for these red worms to stay in the field, but it is extremely troublesome to catch them.

Therefore, the common people don't pay much attention to it, and let it wreak havoc in the fields. When it grows up, it will eventually become a disaster, but there is no way to save it.

The imperial court only needs some silver, and the farmers can scramble to catch the red worms in the field and kill them in the cradle!

In this way, the farmers benefited, the common people benefited, the merchants benefited, and the imperial court also saved grain reserves.

This is what the minister thinks. "

After hearing this, Emperor Chu felt a little relieved, and his frowning brows eased...

Fang Xiu's words really touched his heart, and it sounded like a perfect solution.

The only problem is that...

"Is this red worm really edible?"

Chu Huang looked at Fang Xiu and asked.

Fang Xiu nodded, and replied: "Reporting to Your Majesty, it is absolutely true, it is really edible! And the taste is excellent, even many delicacies from mountains and seas may not be able to match it!"

After he finished speaking, he saw that Emperor Chu was still suspicious.

He added: "I have already eaten this red worm, not only the minister, but Princess An Le and His Royal Highness have also eaten it.

Chen also recommended this dish to the shopkeeper of Chunfenglou. Now in Chunfenglou, red worms have become a signature dish, and many people come here especially because they want to taste the taste of red worms.

If Your Majesty doesn't believe it, you can go to Chunfeng Building to have a look. "

When Emperor Chu heard this, he was surprised at first, and then his expression became a little strange.

Don't know what to think.

After hearing this, the two ministers kneeling on the ground were secretly shocked.

They had heard long ago that this New Amber and Princess Anle had a very close relationship with the little prince, but they never expected that they would be so close.

No wonder......

No wonder even His Royal Highness Kang Wang and Ning Wang seemed a little cautious when they saw this Xin Amber...

The Emperor Chu showed a thoughtful expression on his face, and after a while, he said slowly: "Chunfeng Tower...

If I remember correctly, Fangxiu once drunk belongs to their family, right? "

Chapter 437 Uncle Zhao

Fang Xiu nodded and said: "Reporting to Your Majesty, it is indeed their family."

Emperor Chu smiled and said, "I haven't tasted wine for a long time..."

He looked at the two ministers who were kneeling on the ground, and said coldly: "Both of you, get up and accompany me out of the palace for a stroll, and kneel when you come back!"

When the two ministers heard this, they all showed joy, and hurriedly said: "Thank you, Your Majesty, Long En!"

Then, he stood up slowly.

Because of kneeling for a long time, coupled with his age and poor health, when Tang Zhengtong, the servant of the household department, got up, he almost staggered and fell back.

The Emperor Chu looked at Liu Cheng behind him, and ordered: "I want to visit you privately, you can arrange it."

Then, looking at the other three people, he said slowly, "Don't let other people know about this matter."

The three of Fang Xiu bowed immediately: "Observe the order!"

............

As the Son of Heaven, every move involves the entire Chu State.

Therefore, even if you want to go out of the palace to drink, it is not an easy task. It took more than an hour to arrange the factory guards.

This is still in the case of simplicity.

Waiting for the royal driver of the Chu Emperor...

Of course, it was already past noon when an ordinary carriage arrived in front of Chunfeng Building.

At this time, according to common sense, there should not be many diners in the restaurant.

However, when Emperor Chu got off the carriage, he realized that the situation was not as he imagined.

The Chunfeng Building in front of me had twice as much space as other restaurants, but it was still packed to the brim. Looking around, there wasn't even a single vacant seat.

Of course, some of them were drinking and eating on the surface, but their eyes kept looking around, as if they were wary of something.

There is no doubt that these people are naturally the guards arranged by Liu Cheng to be responsible for the safety of the old emperor.

These are only in the open, but there are countless masters and royal family offerings hidden in the dark.

Standing behind Emperor Chu, Fang Xiu looked at the overcrowded restaurant in front of him, and was also a little surprised.

At this time in the past, compared to other restaurants, the number of diners in Chunfenglou is not small, but it will definitely not reach this level.

Seeing this, Emperor Chu glanced back at him, and asked, "Is there usually this many people in Chunfeng Tower?"

Fang Xiu shook his head and hurriedly said: "There were not so many people in the past, but today may be an exception..."

exception......

When Emperor Chu heard this, he glanced at Liu Cheng thoughtfully.

Liu Cheng hurriedly said: "Back to Mr. Zhao, when the people from our house came here, there were already so many people."

"Since this is the case, I would like to take a look at what is so special about this Chunfeng Tower..."

Hearing what he said, Emperor Chu became even more curious, and walked towards Chunfeng Tower.

There are many young men standing in front of the door of Chunfeng Building.

Everyone who came in saluted respectfully and said hello, and then led them to find a free table.

Fang Xiu and his party are no exception.

"Guest officer, how many of you are there?"

The young man in Tsing Yi saw a group of people coming, he rushed up to greet him, trotted to the old emperor, bowed and said with a smile.

Seeing this, Liu Cheng next to him hurriedly said, "Five, our master likes to be quiet, find us a private room."

Seeing that these people were wearing fancy clothes, the young man in green clothes was obviously not an ordinary family, and he showed embarrassment on his face. full.

If you don't mind, the small one can put a few screens for you in the lobby......

Of course, you can also wait for a while later, and when this private room is free, the little one will clean it up for you immediately..."

When Liu Cheng heard this, he raised his eyebrows and was about to explode.

The old emperor waved his hand, and said slowly: "It's okay, we don't need any screens, just find us a free table in this lobby."

"Okay, I'm really sorry you're getting old..."

The young man in Tsing Yi showed a smile on his face, apologized twice, and led the way in front: "Your side please..."

After all, he led them to a position close to the corner.

The table was wiped clean, and the stools were also wiped clean, but there was a loud noise next to it.

This......

Seeing this scene, Liu Cheng's old face almost twisted together.

How can His Majesty sit in such a place.

The old emperor didn't seem to care at all, he pulled a chair and sat down.

Undoubtedly, Liu Cheng naturally stood behind him.

Fang Xiu originally wanted to sit next to the emperor, but seeing that the other two guys didn't move, he just stood there.

Seeing this scene, the old emperor glanced at them and said, "What are you doing standing up, since I am the master, I invite you to dinner, and those red tapes are naturally avoided.

They all sat down and let others see, they didn't know what they thought it was! "

Seeing this scene, Tang Zhengtong and Zhou Nan glanced at each other, and said in unison: "Thank you, Master, for the reward..."