Tang Dynasty: The poisonous scholar in the Eastern Palace, please abdicate and let the wise one take

Chapter 135 Where’s mine? !

Han Dynasty Palace.

A servant hurried in, "Your Highness, the Crown Prince wishes to see you."

"Oh?"

Li Yuanchang looked delighted, "Cheng Qian is here, please invite him in."

"Cheng Qian has met Uncle Wang."

"Don't worry about that. Come and sit down."

Li Yuanchang waved his hand, picked up the sour plum soup for relieving summer heat and handed it over, "You came at the right time. Try the sour plum soup that was just delivered from the kitchen."

"Thank you, Uncle Wang."

Li Chengqian thanked him and took it.

Li Yuanchang smiled as he watched Li Chengqian finish the drink. "Why did you think of me, you are such a busy man?"

Li Chengqian: "Hey, Uncle Wang, what you said means I can't come to your place as a guest?"

"Yes, who said we can't?"

Li Yuanchang laughed and was not angry at all because of Li Chengqian's rudeness.

The two of them are only one year apart in age and have lived together since childhood. It can be said that they grew up together.

Although there is a gap in seniority between the two, their relationship is very close.

But as they grew older, one became a prince and the other a crown prince, and their interactions became less frequent.

"You must be exhausted after your trip to Suzhou a few days ago. Stay here with me today, and let's drink and enjoy the flowers."

"That won't work."

Li Chengqian smiled and shook his head, "Actually, I came here today to give Uncle Wang a gift."

"Oh?"

Li Yuanchang looked suspicious, tapped his head, and looked at Li Chengqian, "Are you giving me a gift?"

popping.

Li Chengqian didn't say much, just smiled and clapped his hands, and Hegan Chengji brought people to bring in blocks of ice.

After seeing the crystal clear ice cubes, Li Yuanchang was stunned.

He walked forward and touched the ice. The cold touch made Li Yuanchang couldn't help but be surprised.
"Where did you get the ice, man?"

"I'm afraid this kind of crystal clear ice is rare even in my brother's ice cellar, right?"

Li Chengqian: "Does Uncle Wang still like it?"

Li Yuanchang nodded repeatedly, "There is nothing missing in my palace, except for this cooling thing!"

"How can we sleep peacefully at night without ice?"

"If you hadn't sent these ice cubes today, I would have gone to the palace to ask my brother for some."

"Tell me, where did you get these ice cubes?"

Li Chengqian: "Uncle Wang, do you still remember Su Chen?"

Li Yuanchang seemed to be thinking about something. "I saw in the newspapers these days about Su Chen making ice cubes. So, was it successful?"

"It's done."

"Amazing."

When Li Yuanchang met Su Chen at Taizi Residence before, he always had a good impression of him.

but.

Because of Su Chen's outrageous behavior, Li Yuanchang's impression of him plummeted.

People came to him for calligraphy and paintings, but when they came to Su Chen, he became a worker.

This gap is really hard to describe.

Exactly.

The painting skills that he was proud of were just so-so in Su Chen's words.

Very angry.

Although Su Chen later ordered someone to send some soap, which made him feel better, he did not see Su Chen.

"As soon as he said the ice cubes were ready, I thought of sending some over to Uncle Wang."

Li Chengqian said with a smile, "Although it's not something precious, it can still bring some coolness in this kind of weather. Starting tomorrow, someone will send some ice cubes every seven days until the weather turns cooler."

“I like this gift!”

Li Yuanchang smiled and nodded, calling out to the servants, "Come here, go to the kitchen and prepare some wine and food..."

"No, no, Uncle Wang, I really have something to do."

Li Chengqian hurriedly spoke out to stop him. Seeing Li Yuanchang's dissatisfaction, Li Chengqian smiled and explained, "I will send some to my uncle later. Please forgive me, Uncle Wang."

Li Yuanchang nodded, "Duke Shen loves you very much, and it's right."

After Empress Changsun passed away, Duke Shen transferred his love for her to Li Chengqian.

Perhaps it was because of Empress Changsun’s last words, or perhaps it was due to something else.

But it is undeniable that between the Crown Prince and the King of Wei, Duke Shen is more inclined towards the Crown Prince.

"Uncle Wang, how about this? Tomorrow evening, I will host a banquet at the Prince's Residence and invite you to drink."

"Prince's Residence?"

Li Yuanchang looked suspicious, "Is it you who is hosting the banquet, or Su Chen?"

"Me, of course it's me!"

Li Chengqian did not hesitate and whispered: "He said that these ice cubes are used to cool down and cannot be eaten. Prepare some edible ice cubes!"

Li Yuanchang's eyes lit up, "Okay, okay, then tomorrow!"

"Then it's settled!"

Li Chengqian stood up with a smile, "Uncle Wang, see you tomorrow."

"Okay, I'll give it to you."

After watching Li Chengqian leave, Li Yuanchang returned to the palace with a smile on his face.

Looking at the ice cubes emitting cool air in the hall, Li Yuanchang's face suddenly froze, and he recalled the fear he had felt before when he was dominated by Su Chen.

My wrist hurts a little.

Probably not?
……

Mansion of Duke Shen.

Li Chengqian walked with the gait of a dragon and a tiger, as if he was in an empty space.

"Uncle, uncle, I'm here to see you."

"..."

Hearing Li Chengqian's voice, Gao Shilian rubbed his head. Why did this guy come here?

Could it be because of Li Tai?
"Uncle."

"sit down."

Gao Shilian pointed to a chair beside him and said, "Why are you here at this hour? What happened?"

Li Chengqian smiled and said, "No, it's just that I haven't seen my uncle for a long time, so I came to visit him and bring him some things."

"Oh?"

Gao Shilian pulled his beard and laughed, "You are indeed very filial. Tell me, what gift do you want to give me?"

"Bring it in."

When the crystal clear ice was brought in, Gao Shilian looked surprised, then he burst into laughter.

"Does Uncle like it?"

"Did that kid Su Chen instruct you to do this?"

"Well, that's not the case. When my grandson saw him actually making ice cubes, he immediately thought of my uncle."

"Good good."

Gao Shilian nodded repeatedly with satisfaction, "No matter what, your filial piety makes me very happy."

"As long as my uncle likes it, it's a pity that the guy is too lazy and hasn't made edible ice cubes yet. When he makes it, I will definitely send it to my uncle to taste."

"Well, Su Chen is not an ordinary person."

Gao Shilian was filled with admiration.

As Su Chen and Li Chengqian came into more contact, Gao Shilian discovered that Su Chen seemed to be covered with a layer of gauze, and was very mysterious.

For example, the gift-giving today is very particular.

Is ice valuable?
It's just some water, how much is it worth?
But nowadays, it is a rare commodity that is difficult for ordinary people to obtain.

The worthless ice cubes can greatly gain the favor and goodwill of others.

"Has it been sent to your father?"

"No."

Gao Shilian nodded, this was a wise move.

but.

"Your Majesty may ask about it tomorrow. Do you know?"

"My grandson knows what to do."

"good."

Gao Shilian tilted his head and said, "Tell someone to prepare a dinner, and I will drink with my grandson."

……

"Good news, good news, very good news!"

"I'm here to smell the fragrance and get free ice!"

"Every customer who comes to Wenxiang to buy soap today can get a cube of ice for free!" Newsboys waved newspapers in their hands, walking through the streets and alleys of Chang'an City, shouting constantly.

So much so that the first reaction of passers-by who heard it was that it was unreal.

In such a hot summer, let alone smelling the fragrance, I’m afraid there won’t be much ice even in the palace.

Wen Xiang Lai actually gives it away for free?
"real or fake?"

"Absolutely true!"

"If there is even a single word of falsehood in what I say, you will not buy my newspaper again!"

"Good good."

"Hey, wait, this incident wasn't mentioned in your newspaper."

"This is the latest news I got. It hasn't been printed in the newspaper yet. Otherwise, why would it keep shouting?"

The newsman acted as if we were one of his own.

It's just gossip.

First come, first served.

It’s too late, and only ice chips are left?

For a while.

Countless buyers flocked to the store.

It doesn’t matter whether you buy soap or not. What matters is that you want to see if there are really ice cubes when you smell the fragrance.

"It's interesting."

Wei Zheng tapped the newspaper in his hand.

Of course, there are various articles on it, as well as a small apology statement.

But, it feels more like a hidden sarcasm.

"These people have done a good job of publicity..."

Wei Zheng informed the driver, and the carriage slowly headed towards the palace.

As an important official in the court, Wei Zheng naturally had ice in his house. Even if it ran out, Li Shimin would generously reward him with more.

There is demand for ice, but it is not much.

When they arrived at the palace gate, many ministers had already arrived.

After a quick glance, Wei Zheng discovered that these people were all holding today's newspapers in their hands.

"Master Wei."

"I have met King Jiangxia."

"You are too polite, Lord Wei."

Li Dao Zong waved his hand and raised the newspaper in his hand with a smile, "Master Wei was also deceived?"

Wei Zheng: "Cheating?"

Li Dao Zong nodded, "Didn't Lord Wei buy the newspaper because of the ice cubes the newspaper seller mentioned?"

Li Dao Zong turned his head to look at his colleagues and said softly, "Everyone bought the newspaper because of the newspaper seller's shouting."

Wei Zheng suddenly smiled, "The prince's house should not be short of ice."

Li Dao Zong shook his head and said helplessly: "Master Wei is wrong. Everyone's house is short of ice."

"At this time of year, having a simple and cheap way to cool down with ice cubes is better than spending a lot of money to make bamboo clothes, right?"

Bamboo clothes are made of tiny bamboo joints and are extremely cool to wear.

However, due to the complicated production process of bamboo clothing, the price of bamboo clothing has always been very high. Compared with ice cubes, which are also used for cooling, the price is simply sky and earth.

If there is ice cubes which are extremely common, cheap and effective, who would spend a lot of money and take ten days or half a month to make a bamboo coat?

Wei Zheng nodded and said with a smile: "The price of bamboo clothes is indeed very high. I think only the King of Hejian can afford it."

"Hey, hey, hey, gossiping about others behind their backs doesn't make you a true gentleman!"

A teasing voice came from the side.

Wei Zheng smiled and bowed: "Meet the King of Hejian."

The person who came was Li Xiaogong, holding a folding fan in his hand, "My two lords, if you try hard, it won't be difficult to buy a bamboo robe."

"Let's go, let's go together."

"You look good, what are you doing lately?"

"Hey, do you believe me when I say I practice martial arts?"

Li Daozon and the other man stopped at the same time and looked at Li Xiaogong.

Practicing martial arts?

"what happened?"

"You, are you going to take a concubine again?"

"...?"

Li Xiaogong was stunned.

What does my martial arts training have to do with taking a concubine?
Wei Zheng: "If that's the case, then our money bags won't be safe anymore."

Li Xiaogong: "..."

"Keep fit, keep fit, understand?!"

Li Xiaogong glared at him.

What are these two old bastards thinking?
"Oh……"

Wei Zheng and the other man nodded.

Li Xiaogong: "..."

Everyone walked into the Taiji Hall, and with the arrival of Li Shimin, the morning court officially began.

The sun gradually rose higher, and the temperature in the Taiji Hall also continued to rise. Fortunately, the political affairs were quickly handled.

Although everyone's backs were wet with sweat, they only had to endure for a moment and then they could go home and rest.

"Your Majesty, news has come from Hezhou that the Turkic envoys have entered Hezhou."

The words of the official from the Ministry of Rites made many ministers present want to kill him!

Why do you have to talk about such an unimportant thing at this time?

Don’t you see that everyone is hot?
Li Shimin smiled and nodded, "Inform the officials in Hezhou that since the Tibetan envoys have entered the territory of our Tang Dynasty, their safety must be guaranteed."

"The minister obeys the order."

"My dear ministers, do you have anything else to say?"

Everyone remained silent.

Li Shimin nodded, "Dismiss the court!"

Everyone couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, they could finally leave.

"Please stay for a moment, Prince."

"..."

Li Chengqian looked over, smiled and nodded, then followed Li Shimin's steps.

rear.

Li Tai frowned and looked at it, snorted thoughtfully, and turned and left.

Walking out of the hall, the scorching sun was hanging high above their heads, and the heat waves made everyone feel warm all over.

this moment.

They just realized that it was relatively cool inside the hall.

"Go back home."

……

Li Chengqian followed Li Shimin, half a step behind him, strolling leisurely in the garden.

Only when he reached a pavilion did Li Shimin stop, sit on a stone bench, and look at the koi in the lake.

"I heard that you visited the King of Han, Duke Shen and others yesterday?"

"Yes."

"What are you going to do?"

"visit."

"Visiting? I think you are going there to give a gift?"

"Yes."

"..."

Li Shimin's face looked a little bad. He said, "You answer one question at a time. If I don't ask you, you won't say anything, right?"

Li Shimin glared at Li Chengqian and said in dissatisfaction, "Why did you send them ice cubes first, but neglected me?"

Li Chengqian was unmoved: "The ice cube issue has just made some progress. Although the effect is good, I am afraid that the ice cubes are not good and will cause unnecessary trouble after being sent to the palace."

Li Shimin looked at him with a smile, "What trouble do you mean?"

Li Chengqian: "I am worried that someone might accidentally eat it and get an upset stomach, which would be disastrous."

Li Shimin stared at Li Chengqian for a moment and suddenly laughed.

"You don't have to worry about that. I know what I am doing. When I get back, have someone send some ice cubes over."

Hear the words.

Li Chengqian smiled and nodded.

With Li Shimin's words, whatever happened to the ice cubes when they entered the palace would have nothing to do with them.

"My son, I obey."

(End of this chapter)