The queen looked at Shen Huaixu very seriously, and the emperor couldn't hide his excitement and asked: "Is this really as easy to serve and as high-yielding as you said? Is it better than grains?"

If grains were improved in later generations, Shen Huaixu would not dare to guarantee this, but in this era of extremely low grain output, she is confident. She remembered that the famous population increase in China was after the spread of sweet potatoes.

The common people are busy from the beginning of the year to the end of the year, and all they ask for is enough to eat, not to mention the frequent famines in this era.

"My daughter has not been planting for a long time, so I don't dare to be so sure for the time being. Your Majesty can ask the ministers of Sinong Temple to try planting. I believe there will be results after a year. As we all know, sugar and salt can make people strong, and white potatoes are It’s sweet, which is why I admire it.”

"Dear friends of Sinong Temple, do you have anything to say?"

One person stood up and said excitedly: "If what County Lord Mingyi said is true, it can save the people of the world from fire and water."

It is a bit exaggerated to say this in such an occasion, but it also shows that the thing Shen Huaixu produced is indeed of great value.

Everyone at the banquet began to whisper, and Cang Heng's eyes flashed with a strange light. His fingers on the table were curled up, and there was a flash of struggle in his eyes. He raised his eyes and looked at his father, but did not stand up in the end.

"Okay!" The emperor laughed loudly. After laughing, he said to Shen Su, "Shen Aiqing, you have raised a good daughter."

Shen Su stood up and said without being arrogant or arrogant: "Your Majesty, I am ridiculous. My daughter has experienced the suffering of the people during her escape, and her feelings are more profound. What she did was just the duty of a minister."

The Queen couldn't help but sigh with emotion: "The actions of the Lord Mingyi are for the benefit of the people of the world. This kind of kindness is really rare. I like the birthday gift very much. I and Your Majesty thank you on behalf of the people of the world."

"My daughter is terrified."

Shen Huaixu took a step back and was about to kneel down when he was stopped by the emperor's voice, "On the big day, don't kneel back and forth. Just take a seat."

Shen Huaixu returned to his seat and sat down, but he heard someone chuckle and said: "Father and Queen, our Jin Dynasty is rich in resources and can accommodate all things. It is not uncommon to find any rare treasures, but this thing is called sweet potato." Why haven’t you heard of it?”

The words came from King Kang.

King Yan, who was sitting with him, sneered, "There are all kinds of wonders in the world. Let's not talk about other things. Let's just say that there are hundreds of thousands of mountains at the junction of Huai'an Prefecture and Nanxia. Who can say that I have seen the things in those deep mountains? ?”

After saying this sentence, there was another silence in the hall. At the same time, a strange atmosphere spread among the crowd, and the emperor's face also changed from sunny to gloomy.

It was the first time Shen Huaixu met the legendary King Yan. He was still a little curious at first, but after hearing these words, his tall image of King Yan was greatly reduced.

Who doesn't know that Huai'an Prefecture is the territory of King Qianduan? After that incident, King Duan was hastily buried, Princess Duan was found guilty of inciting King Duan to rebel and was executed. All King Duan's children were demoted to common people, and future generations were not allowed to take part in the imperial examination. This result is considered the best situation.

A majestic mountain standing on the southwest side of Dashan collapsed suddenly and ceased to exist, but the rumbling sound still echoed in the hearts of the world. Not long after this incident, the ministers did not dare to give more information about Huai'an Mansion, but King Yan mentioned this place in public, which was like plucking hair from a tiger's mouth.

After all, he was speaking for himself, and it would be unkind to just watch the show. Just when Shen Huaixu was about to make a move, he saw someone standing up. Seeing the man's face clearly, she immediately relaxed.

Whoever is the father will save.

"The emperor's grandfather, the emperor's grandmother, and their grandchildren can testify for the Lord Mingyi that the sweet potato was indeed obtained by chance on the way to escape from the wilderness."

The queen had mixed feelings in her heart, but she didn't show it on her face. In the end, worry took over. She followed her grandson's words and asked, "Does Jinghe recognize Mingyi?"

Cang Heng, Prince of Jinghe County, explained in a leisurely manner: "Before this, my grandson did not know who the Lord Mingyi was. Today, I found out that the Lord Mingyi was the person who saved my grandson on the way to escape from the famine. My grandson The group of people who followed them escaped all the way, knowing very well where the sweet potatoes came from, but their thoughts were not as delicate as those of the Mingyi County Lord, and they had not seen the preciousness of the sweet potatoes. The grandson felt deeply guilty.

"There is such a connection between you two!" The queen looked at Shen Huaixu in surprise.

King Yan was also deeply surprised, "So you are the benefactor who saved my son? But aren't you in Beichuan County? Why..."

King Kang smiled slightly and lowered his voice to interrupt him, "Brother, is your mother's birthday banquet a place for you to chat?"

King Yan glanced at him, snorted lightly, and did not continue.

The development of the situation was a bit miraculous, and Shen Huaixu had to say: "Back to your lord, it's a long story. However, my daughter did meet His Highness the County Prince by chance on the road and saved her. After that, His Highness the County Prince also helped us a lot, and the two sides offset each other." , it’s not much of a favor.”

After this interruption, the emperor's face became much better, "Mingyi has made great contributions and should be rewarded. Chang Xi will remember to remind me after the birthday banquet to continue giving gifts!"

The gift-giving process can finally continue.

After the gift ceremony, the dancers filed into the hall, and the musicians also started playing. Shen Huaixu watched the singing and dancing while eating, and ate with gusto.

The food in the palace was indeed good. Not only was it exquisitely presented, but it also looked appetizing. There was almost nothing that did not suit her appetite.

Someone suddenly spoke next to him, "Sister Mingyi, haven't you ever had a palace banquet?"

She looked sideways - Princess Chaohua.

She nodded, "This is my first time attending a palace banquet. The food is really sumptuous."

Chao Hua choked on one sentence and didn't know how to continue. Aren’t the young ladies in the capital the most important people to save face? ——I never say that I am ignorant. I have to chew my food carefully for a long time. When I walk, sit or lie down, I always remember the noble lady's style engraved in my bones.

After thinking about it, I was right, Shen Huaixu was just a noble girl who had become a monk on her way to becoming a monk. At this time last year, she was still a dirt-legged person in the countryside, but this year she was the most popular at the palace banquet - really annoying!

"Then you eat more. I am tired of the food cooked by the royal chef in the palace."

She frowned slightly as if disgusted.

Shen Huaixu pretended not to understand her Versailles, "Thank you very much, Princess, for your concern. Thanks to the Empress, I have a good taste today."

As he spoke, he looked at the food in front of him again.

Chaohua's expression froze. He didn't look stupid just now. Why did he suddenly lose his wits?

Thinking that the man in front of her saved her brother, she coughed unnaturally and whispered: "The Imperial Grandmother intends to leave you young ladies to enjoy the flowers in the Imperial Garden after the banquet. Remember to follow me closely. If you are bullied somewhere else, don't blame me."

Shen Huaixu looked up at her, blinked his eyes, and said softly: "Sister Chaohua, you have such a kind heart."

Chaohua looked away with a swish, and tried his best to keep a straight face, "Please be patient, this princess will not do this."

Shen Huaixu curled his lips, children at this age are not fun.

Chao Hua couldn't help but glance at Shen Huaixu again and again, and saw that she was just immersed in her work and stopped talking. She thought she had said something harsh, and she couldn't help but regret it.

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