Others follow advice and imitate celebrities, but you start by pretending to be a god?

Therefore, in Chechi, the ritual of kneeling and bowing was gradually abolished. Moreover, Taoists like Li Chunfeng were highly respected and admired in Chechi, and there was no need to kneel and bow to anyone.

Therefore, when Li Chunfeng returned to the Tang Dynasty and met Emperor Li Shimin, he was unable to realize for a moment that he still needed to perform the kneeling ceremony.

At this moment, he was standing in the Golden Palace, listening to the seemingly magnanimous words of the Tang Emperor, and felt in his heart that the system of this palace was really backward.

After thinking he had shown his generosity, Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty asked, "Lord Li, did you gain anything from your late return?"

Li Chunfeng bowed and answered respectfully: "Fortunately, I have fulfilled my mission. I have brought back the magical items such as 'Daoshu' and 'Mingkong Daomi' from Chechi. These magical items can increase the yield of the land and ensure that thousands of households can have enough food to eat."

"In addition, I also brought back Chechi's papermaking and printing techniques, as well as some of Chechi's compulsory education textbooks," Li Chunfeng said solemnly, "Growing these magical objects can help the Tang Dynasty save countless lives; and Chechi's textbooks can help the people truly achieve spiritual rise and become wise and rich."

Upon hearing this, the Emperor of Tang waved his hand and said disapprovingly: "In our Tang Dynasty, there are many wise and capable ministers and great scholars who can compile various educational books. Moreover, the Three Books and Five Classics have been circulated for a long time and are sufficient for the people to learn."

Obviously, Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty did not care about these textbooks. He was more concerned about the crops that could increase grain production: "Let me see what that magical thing that can produce a thousand kilograms per mu looks like!"

Li Chunfeng remained silent, but he still followed the Emperor's instructions and ordered people to bring some plants to the Jinluan Palace for display. These plants included corn, sweet potatoes, rice, wheat, etc., all of which were improved varieties brought by Lin Nan from modern times.

A eunuch brought these plants to Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty for him to examine carefully, while Li Chunfeng stood by and introduced them patiently.

"This is the Dao potato. It has large leaves and can be grown even in sandy soil, with a yield of up to 1,000 kilograms per mu. Moreover, it is rich in nutrients and can be eaten in many ways, such as steamed or boiled..." Li Chunfeng explained in great detail, describing the habits of sweet potatoes, planting methods, and various ways of eating them.

Among the many seekers of the Way, Li Chunfeng spent the longest time in the fields. He even planted crops himself, so he had rich experience in farming.

Listening to Li Chunfeng's introduction, the ministers in the Golden Palace exclaimed in amazement. Many people knew what the existence of sweet potatoes meant to the current Tang Dynasty.

In the Tang Dynasty, where planting was relatively backward at that time, the emergence of Daoshu was undoubtedly a dimensionality reduction attack. Its high yield and rich nutritional value would greatly improve the lives of the people in the Tang Dynasty.

Even Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty couldn't help but smile after hearing these introductions.

After Li Chunfeng finished his introduction, Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty laughed and said repeatedly: "Good, good, good!" He said "good" three times in a row, and then said excitedly: "You are worthy of being the best potato in the car."

"But in our Great Tang Dynasty, from now on it can be called 'Tang potato'!" Li Shimin immediately gave sweet potato a new name.

However, Li Chunfeng frowned when he heard the new name. He immediately asked, "Your Majesty, why do you want to change the name of 'Daoshu' to 'Tangshu'?"

Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty smiled and repeated his previous reason: "The name Daoshu inevitably carries the trace of Chechi. The name Tang can show the grace and power of our Great Tang and make the people return to their hearts."

Li Chunfeng frowned even more as he listened. He could understand what Emperor Tang Li Shimin meant, but he could not understand this idea.

So Li Chunfeng immediately expressed his objection: "Your Majesty, this may be inappropriate."

"Hmm? What's wrong with that?" Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty asked back.

Li Chunfeng said: "These sacred objects are gifts from Che Chi after all, so why do we need to remove Che Chi's traces? Moreover, these sacred objects came from Grand Master Che Chi, so they have this name. If Your Majesty changes them without authorization, there will naturally be many inappropriate things."

Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty did not speak. At this time, a minister stood up to refute Li Chunfeng: "After all, Chechi is far away from the Tang Dynasty. It is more than 108,000 miles away. It is difficult for ordinary people to reach it in their lifetime."

"Even if we keep using the previous name, it has no practical significance. It is better to name it after our Tang Dynasty, so that the people will be able to return to their hearts!"

Li Chunfeng left the Golden Throne Hall. He looked back at the magnificent Golden Throne Hall of the Tang Dynasty. The next moment, he sighed deeply and let out a long sigh.

Just now, in the Golden Palace, despite Li Chunfeng's strenuous opposition, both the ministers and the Tang Emperor Li Shimin were determined to change the names of these sacred objects.

They wanted to name the series of magical objects that Li Chunfeng brought back from Chechi "Tang" to demonstrate the national power of the Tang Dynasty.

In that situation, even if Li Chunfeng tried his best to oppose, it would be of no avail. In fact, his opposition displeased Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty and was denounced by some ministers.

Li Chunfeng felt powerless and helpless. He knew very well that his voice was so weak in this palace.

Then he made a decision - to resign.

Li Chunfeng was in the Golden Palace, in front of the civil and military officials of the Tang Dynasty, with only disappointment on his face. He slowly said to Emperor Li Shimin, "I have gone through many hardships on this trip, and I am exhausted both physically and mentally. I am really unable to serve as an official anymore, so I sincerely request to resign and retire."

Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty also saw Li Chunfeng's condition. Even though he knew that Li Chunfeng was full of disappointment, he didn't care at all.

In the eyes of Emperor Tang, Li Chunfeng's trip to Chechi and his safe return, as well as the series of "magical objects" he brought back, had already brought out their greatest value.

Therefore, Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty agreed to Li Chunfeng's request without hesitation, and also gave Li Chunfeng some property and rewards.

However, even so, Li Chunfeng's inner disappointment could not be dispelled. He admitted that Li Shimin's approach might have some benefits for the Tang Dynasty.

But in his opinion, such an approach was too dishonest. He could not agree with such an approach, and therefore could no longer stay in the court.

"From this day on, I, Li Chunfeng, will no longer have any connection with the Tang Dynasty court." After walking out of the palace, Li Chunfeng murmured to himself.

Most of the officials and the Emperor did not pay much attention to Li Chunfeng's resignation. Their attention was focused on the "Chechi Magic Objects". Looking at the magic objects, Emperor Li Shimin was full of energy, as if he had seen the prosperous future of the Tang Dynasty.

"With this magical item, given the rich land of our Great Tang, food will no longer be a problem for the people in the future." The Tang Emperor was full of longing, "The national strength of our Great Tang can also be gradually strengthened!"

Li Shimin had a longer-term vision. Below, a minister hurriedly congratulated him, saying, "If the people have enough to eat, they will naturally pay more taxes, and the country's strength will naturally increase gradually."

The Tang Emperor nodded in agreement: "Once these magical objects are popularized, the people will be able to afford such taxes."

They were immersed in their beautiful imaginations of the future until the court was dismissed. Yuan Tiangang, the director of the Imperial Observatory of the Tang Dynasty, specially found Li Chunfeng's residence. In the court, Yuan Tiangang and Li Chunfeng were both Taoists, and they held official positions and devoted themselves to cultivation with the national strength and resources of the Tang Dynasty.

Because of this common path of cultivation, the two supported each other, their friendship was deep, and they called each other fellow Taoists. Later, Li Chunfeng made the decision to resign, and after he left the court, the only person who came to visit him was Yuan Tiangang.

When Yuan Tiangang saw Li Chunfeng, he sighed, his tone full of confusion and puzzlement: "Brother Li, why are you doing this? With your achievements in traveling west to Chechi to seek the Tao, you should have made great achievements after returning and made some contributions in the court. Why did you suddenly resign?"

Li Chunfeng shook his head slightly, his eyes revealing a hint of complexity, and said slowly: "No, I resigned not entirely because of this matter."

After saying this, Li Chunfeng raised his head and looked towards the west, which was the direction of Chechi. His eyes showed a trace of memories, and he said softly: "Yuan Daoyou, you have never been to Chechi, so you don't know what Chechi is like. There, the world is united, everyone is equal, and there is almost no agricultural tax in the country."

"From the civil and military officials to the old farmers in the fields, everyone has something to do and can make a difference..." Li Chunfeng was immersed in memories, with a hint of yearning in his voice.

After a while, Li Chunfeng retracted his gaze and looked at Yuan Tiangang, saying seriously: "Fellow Daoist, there are many seniors and fellow Daoists who went to Chechi with me. For example, Yin Xi, the founder of Louguan Dao, Zhang Lie of Zhengyi, and Sun Simiao, the King of Medicine... They all stayed in Chechi, and no one was willing to return to the Tang Dynasty. This shows the many benefits of Chechi."

"That's why, after returning to the Tang Dynasty, I felt a huge contrast and loss in my heart. In addition, some of the actions and words of the Tang Emperor in the court made me feel uncomfortable, so I resolutely resigned."

After listening to this, Yuan Tiangang nodded slightly, and he already understood the reason why Li Chunfeng resigned. He quite agreed with this reason. However, he had never been to Chechi, and it was hard for him to imagine that the place could be so attractive.

"Is it really that good that the car is late?" Yuan Tiangang couldn't help but ask, his eyes full of curiosity.

Li Chunfeng nodded affirmatively, and then told Yuan Tiangang in more detail what he saw, heard, experienced and felt in Chechi.

"In Chechi..." Li Chunfeng spoke slowly, describing the local conditions, social system, and cultural features of Chechi one by one. From the living conditions of the people, to the governance methods of the government, to the atmosphere of the monks, he described them vividly.

After telling everything about Chechi, Li Chunfeng also expressed his own plan: "If nothing unexpected happens, I will go to Chechi again, but I may not return to Datang this time."

Upon hearing this, Yuan Tiangang was shocked. He was surprised by Li Chunfeng's decision, but also felt regret and reluctance for losing this close friend.

Li Chunfeng saw what Yuan Tiangang was thinking and smiled to comfort him, "Don't be sad, Daoist friend. Before I go to Chechi, I will leave some inheritance in the Tang Dynasty and accept one or two disciples. It will be worthwhile to practice in the Tang Dynasty for this life."

Outside Chang'an City, there is a quiet little village - Chenjia Village. One day, there was a sudden sound of gongs and drums, coming from far away and breaking the tranquility of the village.

Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw a team slowly approaching Chenjia Village. On the way, someone curiously asked about the purpose of the team's visit.

The leader of the team was a county official. He held his head high and said loudly, "We are here on the orders of the Holy Emperor and the county magistrate to come here specifically for the child prodigy of Chenjia Village!"

"The emperor heard that child prodigies were born in various parts of the Tang Dynasty and believed that this was a good omen, so he ordered officials in various places to take good care of the child prodigies." The official continued, "In Chenjia Village, there is a child prodigy named Chen Maosheng, who deserves the title of child prodigy and the care of the government. According to the order of the county magistrate, we specially present a plaque and reward to the child prodigy."

As soon as the news spread, it immediately caused a sensation in the village. Someone rushed to Chenjia Village and ran towards the residence of the village prodigy "Chen Maosheng", shouting as he ran: "Good news! Good news! Chen Jiamaosheng has made it, and his name as a prodigy has even reached the ears of the emperor!"

At this time in Chenjia Village, Chen Maosheng, known as the "child prodigy", was writing and drawing on the sand in the backyard. His drawings were incomprehensible to others, as if they were some irregular symbols and patterns.

If Li Chunfeng, who had just returned from a late trip, were here at this moment and saw what Chen Maosheng wrote and drew, he would definitely feel very familiar with it.

Suddenly, a group of people broke into the yard.

"Chen Shi! Chen Shi! Your Majesty has heard of your son's name as a child prodigy!" As the official who came to congratulate him entered the yard, he found Chen Shi first.

Chen Shi was Chen Maosheng's father. When he heard the purpose of the officials' visit, he was filled with surprise and quickly led them to the backyard to look for his son Chen Maosheng.

Chen Maosheng was still concentrating on writing and drawing when those inexplicable things suddenly appeared in his mind without any warning, and even he himself did not understand their meaning.

At this moment, his father Chen Shi and a group of people suddenly broke into the backyard. Chen Maosheng looked up and suddenly saw so many people, and for a moment he was a little overwhelmed.

"Maosheng!" Chen Shi was very excited. He walked forward quickly and wanted to hold his child's hand.

However, at this moment, Chen Maosheng felt as if something in his mind had exploded with a "buzz". A strong sense of dizziness came over him, and he felt a black screen before his eyes, and he could not bear it and fainted.

"Mao Sheng?!"

"child prodigy?!"

"Oh no, the prodigy fainted!"

Suddenly, a burst of exclamations rang out. (End of this chapter)