Datang: Only by resisting the decree can we become stronger

According to the historical trajectory, Wu Jue's life was quite bumpy and difficult.

When she was a child, she was deeply favored by her father, a samurai, and lived a wealthy, comfortable and happy life.

Just like other noble girls of the same age.

But all of this has changed dramatically since the death of the samurai Xun.

Wu Jue, who was born as a concubine, and his mother were persecuted by his half-brothers and made things difficult.

Then there was a series of subsequent difficulties and tribulations. In the end, it was the hardships of life that honed her into a generation of empress who dared to fight and fight against the world.

At this time, the Wu Jue that Li Qiu saw was still the kind, alert, and innocent girl wrapped in happiness.

What made Li Qiu feel a little, a little, a little bit regretful and lost was that in the next few days, he never saw the warrior Xun and Wu Jue again.

Although he doesn't have any other extra feelings or thoughts in his heart, it's always good to see beautiful, interesting and beautiful things!

Another calm, repetitive, and boring day passed. At sunset, when the curfew was approaching, two regular customers unexpectedly came to the small shop that was about to close.

(The Tang Dynasty had a curfew system, and the ban on free activities could be lifted for three days only on the Lantern Festival on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month.)

It was Changsun Wuji and the adult who had been here last time.

Li Shimin had a rare time to take a break from his busy schedule today, so he brought his eldest grandson Wuji to Li Qiu's place to sit together.

Originally, Li Shimin had been thinking of coming since the last Shu King Li Ke's incident, but he was delayed due to heavy state affairs.

As soon as he saw the two of them coming, Li Qiu hurried forward to greet them warmly and respectfully.

"The boy has met the elder grandson, I wonder what the two adults want to eat today?"

Changsun Wuji smiled, "Li Qiu, let's shoot Sirius at the altar first, and your brother and sister are also ready to serve some."

"By the way, I heard that you have a few new dishes here, even I have never eaten them, so I will try some of them."

Soon, several dishes such as shooting Sirius wine, mapo tofu, fish-flavored shredded pork, and Maoxuewang were served.

As soon as you smell the aroma of hot oil rolling over chili and pepper, you can't help but lift your spirits.

Even Li Shimin had a look of disbelief in his eyes, "Li Qiu, are you the one who researched these dishes?"

Seeing Li Qiu smiling and nodding, Li Shimin directly picked up the chopsticks, "This dish smells really good, I have to try it first."

Chapter 24

Afterwards, Li Shimin tasted the dishes on the table, and then he got out of control.

While admiring and admiring, he feasted on it.

Even the rice, I ate two big bowls in a row.

Since he ascended the throne, Li Shimin has been confined in the palace all day, and does not exercise much every day.

Moreover, there are still a lot of annoying and trivial state affairs to deal with, which makes me burnt out and lose my appetite.

Usually, he can't even eat half a small bowl of rice for a meal.

But today, Li Qiu's several dishes are surprisingly palatable.

Especially the numbing, spicy and steaming Maoxuewang is deeply loved by him.

It's just too much to eat!

"Oh, Li Qiu, these few dishes of yours are really amazing."

"Even I can't remember clearly, when was the last time I ate two big bowls of rice!"

"There is also this shot of Sirius. Only when it is paired with your dishes can it reflect its richness."

"Li Qiu, tell me, what is the name of this dish and how is it made?"

Seeing that Li Shimin was interested in Maoxuewang, Li Qiu introduced it to him.

"For this dish, the ingredients are not outstanding. They are all random food in the kitchen."

"Like pork bones, offal, vegetables, and pig blood, duck blood, deer blood, etc."

"It's a pity to lose it, and then I put them all together to cook."

"As for the name, it's an auspicious word."

"My lord, look at the quadrangular copper basin of this dish. When cooking this dish, it will roll from the four corners where it is heated the fastest."

"Coupled with its prosperous appearance, I named it Universal Peace."

"It's just like our entire Great Tang. It is composed of countless ordinary people who make up a complete Great Tang."

Hearing Li Qiu's narration, the eldest grandson Wuji on the side praised him again and again, saying that the name was a good one.

And the shock that this word brought to Li Shimin was even greater.

"The four seas are peaceful, the four seas are peaceful..."

"It's really a good name!"

"It's just a pity that the Tang Dynasty is currently facing internal and external difficulties, and the hidden dangers of the Turkic side have not been alleviated."

"This Guanzhong has ushered in another severe drought that has not happened in a century. I am afraid that this year's grain prices will rise again."

"The people are living in dire straits!"

"Today's Tang Dynasty is not worthy of the four words of peace in the world."

Seeing the distress he said, he must be a good official who cares about the people and the people's livelihood.

So Li Qiu said comfortingly: "There are so many good officials in the Tang Dynasty who serve the country and the people like your lord, and care about the people of the world. How can this Tang Dynasty not be prosperous?"

"The boy also believes that the edge of a sword comes from sharpening, and the fragrance of plum blossoms comes from bitter cold."

"The many sufferings now will eventually pass."

"At the same time, only the Tang Dynasty who has gone through these hardships can truly become powerful and prosperous through the ages."

Li Qiu's words made even the eldest grandson Wuji beside him look very happy, let alone Li Shimin, who is the emperor and his father.

"Oh, you child! That's a good word!"

"Today is also a rare interest, auxiliary machine, let's just come to him to shoot Sirius again."

"How are you looking?"

Seeing Li Shimin's rare interest, Changsun Wuji naturally obeyed in every possible way.

Then, Changsun Wuji suddenly remembered something.

"Huh, isn't it right?"

"I said, Li Qiu, I heard that Mr. Ying ate a dish from you that was neither spicy nor spicy, but it was cool and refreshing, and it was equally delicious."

"I heard that you even accompanied this dish with a poem, but why didn't I see it today?"

Seeing that Changsun Wuji asked about this dish, Li Qiu couldn't help grinning inwardly, and at the same time repeatedly confessed.

It was explained that it was too late, and the back kitchen did not cook without the ingredients.

But don't worry, he's going to do it now, and it won't take a stick of incense to get it done.

As for Li Qiu, both Changsun Wuji and Li Shimin were too late to like him, so naturally it was impossible to blame him.

Just smiled and scolded him a few words, and told him not to be embarrassed.

If there are really no ingredients, just do it next time.

In Li Qiu's heart, Changsun Wuji is also one of the key thighs, the amulet of his own life.

Besides, the other adult whose name is unknown must also be a high-ranking official in the court. Such things must not be offended.

So I hurried to the back house to pick persimmons and was busy cooking.

Seeing him leave, Changsun Wuji smiled softly and said to Li Shimin: "Your Majesty, you haven't been in such a good mood for a long time."

"When was the last time I drank with His Majesty like this, I'm afraid even I can't remember."

At this time, Li Shimin also smiled and sighed, "Today's wine, this dish really suits my taste."

"I don't know why, but every time I come to Qiu'er, I always feel very good."

"It seems that he has a magical power here, which can make me put down all my troubles temporarily."

"Four Seas Shengping, listen to what a name it is."

"He's really a good boy."

"How can I not be proud and happy to have such a talented son who is rooted in the ordinary, but can have a lofty vision, has a heart for the common people, and is full of talent?"

"Compared to this child, as a father, I..."

While the two of them were drinking and chatting casually, Li Qiu also brought up the other two dishes as quickly as possible.

Not surprisingly, these two dishes once again aroused the interest of Li Shimin and Changsun Wuji.

"Li Qiu, could this dish be volcanic snowfall?"

"And this one is Qiuyue Hongchen? You also wrote a good poem for it?"

Li Qiu smiled, "Master Changsun is right."

"However, the word "good poem" is absolutely unworthy. It can be regarded as a doggerel at best."

Later, with the great interest of Changsun Wuji and Li Shimin, Li Qiu was asked to recite the poem again.

Afterwards, the eyes of the two people brightened at the same time, and they praised each other endlessly.

"Empty water, clear and fresh, autumn... white clouds and red leaves..."

"Haha, Li Qiu, if your poem is a doggerel, I'm afraid it will piss off so many poets in the world?"

"I came to you today, and I got good food, good poetry, and a good mood. This trip is really worthwhile."

"Come on, Li Qiu, don't be too busy there."

"Sit down together and have a good chat with the two of us."

Chapter 25 Some parents are more ruthless than Heaven

Seeing Li Shimin's request, Li Qiu sat down as he said, and chatted casually with him.

In his bones, he is essentially far from the strong concept of dignity and inferiority of the ancients.

In the past, or when facing other people, Li Qiu was always cautious and careful out of an instinctive sense of crisis.

But now that he and Changsun Wuji are acquainted with each other, he can clearly feel that the two of them pose no harm or danger to him.

As for Li Qiu, it was rare for him to let go of his guard.

As the chat progressed, Li Qiu said relatively more words and insights.

Although he can't quote scriptures and speak clearly, but he understands by analogy, has a wide range of research, and has different thinking angles and methods. What he said made both Changsun Wuji and Li Shimin shout interesting and novel.

In this way, they drank for nearly two hours for this meal.

In the end, due to the high degree of shooting Sirius, Li Shimin, who had been drinking a lot, became drunk.

He inadvertently confide in a heartfelt voice, which startled Changsun Wuji beside him.

"Li Qiu, recently, there is a question that has troubled me for a long time."

"It is recorded in the history books that every king who subjugates the country will be born with visions, and the common people will suffer."

"On the other hand, those virtuous emperors will be blessed by the sky, the national power will prosper, and the world will be peaceful."

"But look at the Tang Dynasty today, brothers turn against each other, father and son become enemies, internal and external troubles, the people are in dire straits..."

After hearing Li Shimin's words, Changsun Wuji woke up instantly from his drunkenness.

Fortunately, Li Qiu is his own son, and Li Shimin's identity is not yet known.

Otherwise, if it was someone else, even if it was him, Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui, Qin Qiong and other absolute confidantes, he would be terrified and immediately kowtow without daring to answer.

Next, he quickly thought about how to avoid this topic successfully, so as not to cause unimaginable impact and loss.

But before he could think of a solution, Li Qiu, who was already agile and quick-thinking, opened his mouth directly.

"Hehe, my lord, your question basically doesn't exist at all."