I opened a tavern in Datang/Datang: My peerless talent was exposed

Chapter 216

Leaving aside all kinds of speculations in the mansion by Li Xiaogong as a courtier, the palace is already in a bit of a mess right now.

The reason was very simple, as soon as Li Shimin walked into the queen's palace, he invited the prince by the way and said that he wanted to go out of the palace and pretend to be an ordinary family. The queen and the prince immediately became excited.

It's sad to say that one of these two is the queen who is the mother of the world, and the other is the prince who will inherit the throne in the future, but in fact, they are not prisoners locked in the cage of this deep palace compound?

Knowing that there was such an opportunity to leave the palace and live like ordinary people, even if it wasn't for a long time, both mother and son became excited.

Especially Empress Changsun, she had a good impression of shopkeeper Xiao Zhang, otherwise she would not have sent the two sisters Hongyu and Hongdou directly to Zhang Nuo.

Now that I think about it, it seems that after returning to the palace, I haven't been able to play mahjong a few times.

It's not that they don't have tools, Zhang Nuo gave them mahjong a long time ago, craftsmen can imitate it, but the people in the palace are all thoughtful, how can they fight wits and courage like Zhuangzi, without the slightest formality How about drinking five and six?

After the Empress Changsun called these concubines to fight a few times in the harem, she stopped playing with them at all.

Obviously she learned this game first, but later one by one secretly passed cards in front of her, so that she could win money, which made Empress Changsun dumbfounded.

She remembered that shopkeeper Xiao Zhang said when he taught this mahjong game that the game is only interesting if everyone fights for the first place. It is not a game to play relationship cards. .

But, what can she do, even if Concubine Yang is in the palace, she can't be too presumptuous. The palace looks mysterious, but in fact, maybe what happened during dinner today will have already reached the ears of those who care about it in the evening.

And if Concubine Yang is too presumptuous in the palace, even she might not be able to keep the queen.

Therefore, as the eldest grandson empress of No. 1 mahjong in the palace, she is actually one of the least capable mahjong players in the palace.

But if she can go out of the palace now, wouldn't she be able to play mahjong as she likes? You must know that she is not a queen when she is outside, she is just the wife of the royal family, so playing mahjong is not normal?

Thinking of this, Empress Changsun immediately called a female official next to her and asked her to inform Concubine Yang to leave the palace with her!

To play mahjong, you have to gather people. Tomorrow, shopkeeper Xiao Zhang will come to visit, and Hongyu will come naturally. Your majesty is busy with political affairs, so if you call Concubine Yang, won't you be able to play mahjong with the Supreme Emperor?

Empress Changsun immediately felt that the plan would work!

Li Shimin was on the sidelines explaining the precautions to Li Chengqian, who just came over and was confused. This is a big event of their family's collective action, and it cannot be ruined by a brat.

As a result, just after explaining a few words, he heard that the queen arranged for someone to call Concubine Yang, but he didn't stop him, but just looked at Empress Changsun wonderingly.

Seeing Li Shimin's puzzled eyes, Empress Changsun quickly explained,

"Your Majesty, shopkeeper Xiao Zhang met Concubine Yang last time, let's take it with her this time, and I can talk to Hongyu tomorrow. I can't just be a concubine in a family!"

Li Shimin suddenly realized and nodded, yes, no matter what he said, he has a family and a family. Not to mention the royal family, he is still a wealthy businessman. Only the wife of the main house is a bit too fake, and the queen is thoughtful.

Li Shimin felt that there was nothing wrong with the arrangements made by Empress Changsun, so he smiled and nodded at Empress Changsun, then turned his head and continued to educate his bear children with a serious face.

He must ensure that tomorrow's performance will be flawless. If it's really because his silly child showed his feet, then there is no place to cry.

Therefore, it is necessary to explain it well, and Li Chengqian has to repeat it several times.

Seeing that Li Shimin didn't object, Empress Changsun was secretly proud, hahaha, it seems that the entertainment mahjong plan has basically succeeded, and she can play a few games of mahjong tomorrow.

However, she was a little annoyed at the thought that she could only stay outside the palace for one day tomorrow. Originally, she didn't think there was anything wrong with staying in the palace. It would be nice to help His Majesty tidy up the entire harem and make friends with noble family members.

However, from going to eat in the tavern of shopkeeper Xiao Zhang to going outside the city to recuperate his body, his heart gradually changed.

Especially during the time outside the city, she didn't have to put on airs to think about Queen Fengyi, let alone smile without showing her teeth, and she didn't have to worry about the trivial disputes in the harem.

During that time, her eldest grandson queen was no longer the eldest grandson queen of the world, but just a woman who followed her husband to visit relatives and friends. Have fun.

But after all, it can't last long. After recovering her body, she still has to return to this cage.However, so many beauties in the harem are all staring at her.

Originally, she thought that it would be a fluke to be able to stay for a few days every year in the future, but she didn't expect that there would be another place to go, so naturally she had to take good care of it.

Therefore, in the eyes of the world, the eldest-sun empress who had always been frugal became picky this time. She had to bring her favorite clothes. Naturally, the queen's crown and phoenix robe could not be worn, but as a rich family, she had to dress decently no matter what.

Then, she had to pick out all kinds of daily necessities she was used to, and then she could live there with Hongyu for a few days.

Yes, Empress Changsun didn't intend to just have a meal there since she heard the news, she planned to live there for a while from the beginning.

Empress Changsun was wondering if the happy days outside the city gave her heart to Sumino, and made her originally weak mind become active.

But she thought about it, and it seemed that there was nothing wrong with it. Obviously, there was nothing wrong with this kind of life, because her husband obviously liked it too.

So, is it possible to turn Li Xiaogong's house into a palace that is not a palace?

Whether it's His Majesty, herself, or Concubine Yang, as long as you want to live there, then go and live there for a few days, and enjoy the feeling of living like a commoner family?

She believes that His Majesty will be tempted by her idea at that time. After all, there is a very strong reason. When the shopkeeper Xiao Zhang suddenly enters the city, what should he do if there is no one in charge at home when he comes directly to the door?

But if it is used as a set of palaces, there must be someone in charge of the house, so she can live in it for a while from time to time. It's a good idea to think about it!

Chapter 217 The emperor's family fled?

It was almost midnight when Li Shimin came to Hejian County King's Mansion, Li Xiaogong had already arranged for the people in the mansion to arrange the house according to the servant's request.

The people Li Xiaogong was waiting in the lobby were almost confused, and finally they waited for Li Shimin!

He was sitting there dozing off little by little when he heard the steward Qian Yuan's report, but he jumped up immediately when he heard the news, and hurried out to greet him.

Then Lee Hyo-gong saw an incredible scene!

Originally, His Majesty had rules when traveling, and the forbidden army cleared the way, guards, guards of honor, and dragons were indispensable, but this time when he walked out of the door, he saw a group of people carrying a few small lanterns and driving several vehicles in the dark night. The cart came quietly.

Looking at the guards, maids, and servants who have obviously changed their clothes, and each of them is carrying his own small package, Li Xiaogong always has a feeling in his heart, why does this look so much like someone fleeing a disaster?

If he hadn't seen many people in the middle, he couldn't even imagine that this was the emperor's team going out of the palace. It was too simple, and ordinary people wouldn't be able to see the emperor's family's team if they were killed!

However, no matter how much you slander in your heart, it's useless, because the emperor's carriage has already arrived.

Of course, it wasn't the usual extremely coquettish one, but a very ordinary carriage.

Before Li Xiaogong approached, Li Shimin jumped out of the car first, and then put his hands on Empress Changsun to bring him down.

Of course, forget it for the prince, the bear boy is already this big, so he jumped on his own.

Li Shimin turned his head to look at Li Xiaogong and said with a smile,

"Xiaogong, let's go and see the house you prepared for me, thank you for your hard work at night!"

Li Xiaogong hurriedly saluted, and said in fear,

"Your Majesty has orders, and I will obey them. It is an honor for me to live next to Your Majesty, not to mention hard work!"

Li Shimin nodded with a smile, and didn't continue to be polite to him, joking, being polite is enough, what else do you want?Turn around and accompany the queen directly into the door.

Li Xiaogong smiled and hurriedly followed. It seems that this flattery is right. I am not afraid that the emperor will not speak, but I am afraid that the emperor will be polite to you. Why, because only those who are born need to be polite. If you have a good relationship, you can live in a house. Just stay, why are you being polite.

And Li Shimin obviously also expressed this meaning, I accept your love!

That's why Li Xiaogong is so happy, the favor of His Majesty, how important it is, if it's really crazy and cause some disaster, as long as it's not such a major event as a rebellion, such a favor will be of great use!

Happy, Li Xiaogong was instantly happy, this is a windfall, comfortable!

Li Shimin accompanied Empress Changsun for a brief stroll through the whole house, the couple nodded calmly, it was okay, it was neither too extravagant nor embarrassing, it seemed that things were done well.

This is a set of courtyards with three entrances, front and back, including the cross courtyards on both sides and the garden behind, it is a very good mansion, but compared to Li Shimin, who is used to living in the palace and the palace, it is just like this !

Li Chengqian is really excited at the moment, not only the excitement of being able to go out of the palace to play, but more importantly, he is here as the eldest son of the family, and he wants to get in touch with his parents every day. The emperor boasted a few words, which was much better than studying hard every day in the East Palace.

The whole family didn't make any fuss, especially the empress and prince, they hurried to arrange their own houses at the back, leaving Li Shimin and Li Xiaogong talking in the middle hall.

After Li Shimin and Li Xiaogong sat down, Li Shimin endured the exhaustion of staying up all night and said seriously,

"Xiaogong, I have spent a lot of energy this time, and I still have some arrangements and calculations inside. I can't tell you more for now, but there is one thing, you must remember that you must maintain a good relationship with the shopkeeper! Tomorrow, I will be with you in the early morning The palace is waiting for me to come with you..."

Seeing that Li Shimin's words were formal, Li Xiaogong quickly bowed his hands and said yes, but Li Xiaogong is not the kind who only flatters. Since the emperor ordered work, he must ask clearly before he can do it well. I will understand you.

So, Li Xiaogong asked seriously,

"Your Majesty, I don't know how I will meet that shopkeeper Xiao Zhang tomorrow."

Without even thinking about it, Li Shimin said directly,

"Just meet with your real identity. It's fine for the two of you to be friends of the same age. I have been friends with him for eight worships. If you elevate your status, wouldn't it be embarrassing for us to have a showdown in the future? Could it be that you don't want to recognize me?" Cousin?"

Li Xiaogong knew that Li Shimin was joking, so naturally he laughed very cooperatively, and then continued to ask,

"What will His Majesty order after that?"

Li Shimin is very satisfied with Li Xiaogong's knowledge and interest, and it's still comfortable to use such a courtier, as expected, he can always guess what I'm thinking.

"I have very high expectations for shopkeeper Xiao Zhang. It is not only my friend, but also the pillar for me, Li Tang Tianxia, ​​to hold my head high in the future!"

Li Xiaogong was startled when he heard this, actually he doesn't care if His Majesty has any folk friends, it's as if someone doesn't have a few poor relatives, but the evaluation of the pillar of the country is really a bit too high.

You know, since the Spring and Autumn Period, there has been the official title of Shangzhu Kingdom. At that time, it was second only to the high position of Xiangguo. This shows how high the evaluation of the pillar of the country is.

Although Xingben had told him about Zhang Nuo's deeds before, in his opinion, it was not so important.

Li Shimin looked at Li Xiaogong like that, knew that he had doubts in his heart, and he didn't care, but he was a little relieved, because if all the courtiers under his hands were submissive people who only knew how to do things according to orders, then he would have a headache.

Therefore, he very patiently explained the things that Zhang Nuo had done!

What he said is naturally different from what Xingben said. After all, Xingben is just a nursing home now, and there are many things that Li Shimin and Zhang Nuo discussed in private, which he doesn't know at all.

Especially when it comes to some highly confidential things later, Zhang Nuo is even more tight-lipped, and Li Shimin's side is also the same, only a few people know about it.

But Li Xiaogong is different, not only the prince and prince, but also the general in the army. After such a person knows the relationship inside, it will be convenient for him to take care of Zhang Nuo.

It's no wonder that Li Shimin is so thoughtful, he doesn't want to reveal his identity, but at the same time he wants to take care of Zhang Nuo's industry and development, and let Li Xiaogong take the lead, and he supports and cooperates as the emperor, it's like killing three people with one stone bird.

Chapter 218 Zhang Nuo Visits Friends in the City

Li Shimin talked with Li Xiaogong very late, even all night. From the promotion of stirrups and horseshoes to the military strength, to the impact of the establishment of iron smelting workshops on equipment, to the impact of changes in papermaking and printing technology on the aristocratic family, the two kings and ministers People are discussing all this seriously and enthusiastically.

No wonder they were excited. The interests of the monarchs and ministers these days are closely linked. Only the ministers of the dragon can fly higher and higher in the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty, so they followed Li Shimin's footsteps more firmly.

The two monarchs and ministers talked about the maid coming to inform the court, only to realize that they had chatted all night, but they were not at all tired. Even Li Shimin, who was a little listless because of staying up all night, was getting more and more energetic now.

Naturally, the morning court cannot be delayed. Li Shimin not only has to go to the morning court, but also has to go back to the palace to change clothes.

Li Shimin washed his face with cold water in the winter, completely revived, and then changed into a dragon robe and returned to court as his majestic emperor!

And just as he was going to court, Zhang Nuo also got up according to his usual biological clock and started exercising.

It's still the same as before, running and practicing martial arts, but the difference is that now when he runs in the Zhuangzi, he can see the sergeants in the Zhuangzi from time to time, or to be precise, the Zhuanghu is also getting up to run and practice martial arts.

When people saw Zhang Nuo, they all smiled and hurriedly saluted, but Zhang Nuo didn't care, and asked people to run with him!

Zhang Nuo ran out by himself today, and with his physical fitness, he couldn't run slowly like he usually ran with Li Yuan and others.

Sprinting, running with high legs, jogging, following Zhang Nuo's command, the sergeants who followed him couldn't bear to run. How could this nima have so many tricks while running?

It's no wonder that Zhang Nuo has so many tricks. The running tricks of later generations are more than this.

But with such a simple method, Zhang Nuo found that the physical fitness of these sergeants was uneven. Some of them were from good families, and their physical fitness was obviously much better than others.

Some look quite strong, but they are obviously a little weak, with insufficient cardiopulmonary function, and cannot fight for a long time.

These problems are all he will slowly adjust and solve in the future, not to mention that all of them are peerless generals, but at least they must exercise their physical fitness to the level of healthy people who will exercise regularly in future generations.

In fact, he also had a misunderstanding before, thinking that there are so many martial arts in ancient times, so many peerless generals, they should be in good physical fitness.But in fact, in which era did not have some amazing martial arts kings and generals?

Even if the kings of the real troops of the later generations were placed in the current Tang Dynasty, their boxing skills alone would not be worse than anyone else's. After all, physical fitness and scientific training are placed there.

But ordinary people can’t do it. After all, people need to consume energy no matter whether they are gaining muscle or growing taller. When most families are barely full, how can there be so much meat to supplement it? energy?

Not to mention all of them are sallow and thin, but at least for now, the overall physical fitness of ordinary people in the Tang Dynasty is definitely lower than that of later generations.

Zhang Nuo was thinking about these things while taking people for a run. He was very used to this double-tasking scene now, and he also needed a lot of time to refine his next work.

After running until the sun came out, it was almost over. After Zhang Nuo went home and had breakfast with his family, he planned to go directly to the city to find Lao Li.

But before he could speak, old man Li spoke first,

"Shopkeeper Xiao Zhang, listen to the old man's advice, go there later, the old man's son has a habit of going to discuss things with the people below, the rules are unshakeable, you won't see anyone when you go now, it's better to go there later, How refreshing to eat directly!"

Zhang Nuo didn't care either, everyone has their own living habits, no matter how weird they are, as long as they live comfortably, no one else can interfere.

As a friend, the door-to-door visits should naturally follow the time of the owner, otherwise they would rush over excitedly and get some wool when no one is at home.Therefore, Zhang Nuo very much agreed that he would go there later.

Xingben was stunned watching from the sidelines, did the emperor's calm words explain the matter clearly?

The most amazing thing is that the old man didn't tell a single lie. Doesn't His Majesty have to discuss things with the people below every morning? Isn't that what the morning court does?

Poor him, after he came back yesterday, he thought for a long time, what kind of reason would he use to make his boss go out late today, he even thought about the trick of dismantling the parts of the carriage, but he didn't expect the emperor to do it with a simple sentence.

Expert!Those who can be emperors are really good people!

After dinner, Zhang Nuo thought that he still had time anyway, so he went upstairs to prepare some gifts, and Hongyu had to do it.