Return to the Song Dynasty

A few days later, Zhao Bi took the princess into the palace to greet the Queen Mother.The concubine was already pregnant at this time, and her belly was larger than that of ordinary pregnant women. The imperial doctor diagnosed that it might be twins.The queen mother was even more happy when she heard that, she couldn't close her mouth from ear to ear, she held Wang Hao's hand, exhorting the left one and exhorting the other, for fear of treating her precious grandchildren badly.

The queen mother wants to talk to the princess more, and she plans to stay with the princess of the county to have lunch before leaving, and let Zhao Bi go back first.Zhao Yu had nothing to do, so he remembered the agreement with Zhang Dun, and thought that it would be more appropriate for the teacher to invite him. If he, a county king, took the initiative to invite the prime minister to dinner, I am afraid that the good person would have to think too much.

Zhao Yu was thinking about something, paced around, and arrived at the gate of Wen Shizhai in a while.Looking at the time, Wen Shizhai is about to leave school soon.Zhao Bi asked the guard to pass a message to Tong, and after a while, Su Shi came out.When the guards saw it, they immediately exclaimed that Master Su's charm is boundless. The prime minister and the prince all came to him.Well, that's right, the poems of Master Su are not comparable to ordinary people, and his calligraphy is also a masterpiece. He is really talented, and mediocre people can only look up to him.

Zhao Bi said hello to the teacher first, and then the two whispered while walking.Walking to a place where no one was around, Zhao Bi looked up to make sure no one was eavesdropping, and whispered to Su Shi about when to invite Zhang Dun to dinner, and treated him in Su Shi's name. Of course, Zhao Bi must be the one who paid the bill.Moreover, Zhao Bi also mysteriously said that there are delicious foods that Su Shi has never eaten, so he happened to ask Su Shi to try the dishes and give a review.

As soon as Su Shi heard this, he really regained his spirits, and assured Zhao Yu that Zhang Dun would be handed over to him, and that he would rest and take a bath the next day.

Zhao Yu got the right words, so he hurried back to the house to prepare.He plans to prepare an outdoor barbecue event, um, actually, he has been craving this for a long time, and he plans to let everyone try it this time, if everyone thinks it is good, then he can open another Mingyue Xiaozhu, specializing in barbecue business.I have all the names in mind.All kinds of barbecue utensils are also ready, including iron plates and ovens. Zhao Bi also specially customized a large number of iron sticks for barbecue.

Zhao Bi discussed with Zhao Ji first, and then directed the people to prepare a meal and conduct experiments.Zhao Bi didn't forget his two brothers-in-law, and specially invited them to the county palace.The four of them ate a meal in the palace garden first.They are all young people, and they were a little reluctant to let go at the beginning. After a few drinks, they basically acted in their true colors.

What surprised Zhao Bi the most was Ma Qi.He knew that Ma Bin was delicious, but he didn't expect that Ma Qi was also a hidden foodie.Looking at the speed of the string, it is really outrageous, even the three of Zhao Bi and the others can't keep up with one of them.

Smelling the fragrance of flowers, facing the breeze, accompanied by delicious food and wine, it is really a day that even a god would not change.Zhao Bi still didn't forget to bake honey chicken wings and some vegetarian dishes by himself, and asked someone to send some to the princess, so that she could try it too.The princess was full of praise after eating, and lamented that her husband's cooking skills are superb, which is unmatched by anyone.The concubine sees that her husband is good at everything, it is really a realistic photo version of Xi Shi in the eyes of beholders.

All in all, the experiment was a success and everyone was very satisfied.On a holiday, Zhao Bi specially found a beautiful place outside Bianliang City, and brought Su Shi, Zhang Dun and Zhao Ji to a picnic with a rather artistic conception.

Zhang Dun, who is used to living a hard life, immediately forgot his original intention when he saw something delicious, and threw away his cheeks and buried himself in eating.Fortunately, after drinking and eating, I finally remembered to have a serious talk with Zhao Bi.In fact, for him, it was interesting enough to discover the miraculous existence of Zhao Bi.During this period of time, he kept collecting information about Zhao Bi, but he became more and more interested in Zhao Bi himself.

Zhang Dun has been secretly sighing in his heart recently, why didn't Zhao Bi ascend the throne as emperor, so that these ministers would save their old troubles.The emperor understands everything and thinks about everything.Once the policy is formulated, we will implement it and it will be over.That's great, you don't have to worry about being like me.Of course, he dared to think for himself, these words must never be said, they can only rot in his stomach.However, Zhao Bi is not the boss, there is Zhao Xu standing in front of him. (Zhao Xu: Is this the prime minister I single-handedly promoted? I am so sad, heartbroken...)

"Ziqian, come, let's chat too." Zhang Dun put Zhao Bi's shoulder familiarly, and took him aside, away from Su Shi and Zhao Ji who were discussing poems and songs.Those two looked like romantic material, and they didn't care about political affairs at all. (Su Shi, Zhao Ji: You didn’t discuss political affairs with us either. Why don’t we talk about literature when we have nothing to do. It’s terrible to be uneducated, alas╭(╯^╰)╮)

"I don't know what Mr. Zhang wants to talk to me about?" Zhao Bi narrowed his eyes, "Yeah, the big move is coming. '" Ziqian, you have made me suffer. I did the grassroots investigation you mentioned when I was in Ruzhou. Looking at the new law now, I always feel that there are many inadequacies, but the old law is even worse. Not advisable. Nor is it left, nor is it right, but Zensheng is better?"

"Neither the left nor the right, so why not stand in the middle?" Zhao Bi did not deny the matter of the grassroots investigation, but kicked a pebble away from his feet, lowered his head and continued: "The left is radical, Right conservative, why do you have to be so extreme. What's the use of having to divide so thoroughly? If you want to change, you should change, then change."

Zhao Bi raised his head and looked at the flowing clouds in the sky. I am already in the Song Dynasty, so I naturally want to do my part here.A family is a country, and a country is a family. "However, any change must have a process. It has to be done bit by bit, and it can't be rushed. It's like the four seasons of the year, from autumn to winter, and there is always a gradual transition without knowing it. If summer directly turns into winter , June Feishuang, then there must be an unjust case."

Zhao Bi turned his head and looked at Zhang Dun slyly: "The authorities are fascinated, but I will wait in the game and try my best to find the direction." Zhao Bi's words can be regarded as comforting Zhang Dun.

"Any change has a process... Does it mean that the reform should be carried out slowly and step by step? I understand the truth. But how can we change without knowing it?" Zhang Dun muttered to himself.

"Master Zhang, have you ever heard of boiling frogs in warm water?" Zhao Bi reached out and picked a leaf to play with. "If you want to cook a frog to eat, what will happen if you just throw the live frog into the boiling water?" "The frog must be hot and jump out." Zhang Dun didn't understand what Zhao Bi wanted to say, but he was still serious. To answer Zhao Bi's question.

"But what if I put the frog in a pot of cold water first, and then turn on the fire to boil the water? The water will heat up little by little. The frog will gradually adapt to the rising temperature, and even won't come out when the water is scalding. The frog is like this, The same is true for people. However, it is slow, and it may take years or decades. This requires a lot of people, generation after generation, to persist for a long time, and it cannot make mistakes or repeat itself. It is very difficult." Zhao Bi held the leaf in his hand , put it to his mouth, and whistled.

"Boil the frogs in warm water, I understand. The bills with the least impact will be selected first, and the impact will be small. It is estimated that there will not be too much opposition, and the obstacles will be small. Wait for these bills to be accepted by everyone, and then proceed to other bills after they get used to it. Only in this way can the reform be carried out step by step." Zhang Dun's eyes lit up, like enlightenment, and he held Zhao Bi's hand tightly: "Today, the old man finally understands why the reform failed at the beginning? It was our biggest mistake to rush for success. We all thought that as long as the law is changed and reforms are implemented, the world can be changed in an instant, and it only takes a few months to see the revitalization of the Song Dynasty and the prosperity of the country and the people.”

Zhang Dun sighed deeply: "Oh, today I realized that I was so wrong. Humans are not animals. Animals need time to adapt, let alone people with thoughts and ideas. I am really eager for quick success. I always want to see it for myself. I saw the rapid prosperity of the Song Dynasty under our hands. I don’t know that change does not happen overnight, but takes a long time.”

Zhang Dun sighed: "Maybe I will not be able to see the reborn Song Dynasty in my lifetime, but I, Zhang Dun, have the opportunity to contribute to the prosperity of the Song Dynasty, and it is enough to comfort my life."

"Come on, let's have a drink for the prosperity of the Song Dynasty." Zhao Bi took a glass of wine at some point, handed it to Zhang Dun, and looked at him with a smile. "Okay, let's have a toast for the prosperity of the Song Dynasty!" Zhang Dun swept away the depression in his heart, took the wine glass very boldly, and drank it down.

"A hero comes from a young age, and the ancients never deceived me. I think I am too old to be confused, but I am not as clear as you, a young man who is not as weak as you. The old man is willing to bow down." Zhang Dun was emotional, and bowed to Zhao Bi.It's not right for Zhao Bi to hide or accept it, so he has to bow down to return the gift.

"Having a prime minister like Mr. Zhang is really a blessing to the Song Dynasty. I am just a businessman who aims to make a few small money. I hope Mr. Zhang will take care of my business." As soon as the topic changed, Zhao Bi opened up. It seems that what he talked about just now is another person, and he has nothing to do with him at all.

"You... well, I understand what Ziqian means. I will do my best to make my Song Dynasty prosperous and prosperous. Of course, I must take care of the business of the county prince. We are close friends, good friends. Zhang Dun immediately understood what Zhao Bi meant. He was an embarrassing prince, the younger brother of an official family. He couldn't and didn't want to show any talent.He can only pretend to be stupid to cover up his talents and learning, and even can only be a businessman, staying away from court all his life.Alas, so, so wronged.Zhang Dun couldn't help crying for Zhao Bi.

In fact, what he didn't know was that Zhao Yu really didn't care about the throne, and he didn't like to be an official. He was really satisfied with his current life.I have a noble status, no worries about food and clothing, a happy family, a virtuous wife, and I don’t have to wake up and go to court every day, and I can make money relatively freely. It’s a good life.Oh, by the way, there are also luxurious mansions, beautiful courtyards, and groups of servants. It’s really enjoyable, isn’t it?

The breeze was blowing, the flowers were fragrant, everyone enjoyed the beautiful scenery, breathed the fresh air in the suburbs, ate well, and chatted happily.Zhao Bi decided to open the barbecue restaurant Mingyue Xiaozhu immediately and continue to make a fortune.Of course Zhao Ji is in favor with both hands.Su Shi and Zhang Dun laughed heartily, and bluntly said that Zhao Bi would give them a discount when the time came.Zhao Bi is more forthright, discounts are nothing, with our friendship, as long as you two are willing to patronize, we will directly give you two free orders, eat whatever you want, I treat you.A group of people laughed, it is really rare to have such a relaxing time...