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Chapter 268 263. Comments on "The Evil Son of Tang Dynasty"

Today I would like to recommend a historical novel to you.

"The Evil Son of the Tang Dynasty", Nanshantang, level 3 author.

Category: History - Jin, Sui and Tang Dynasties.

【Introduction】

After staying up all night, Li Kuan returned to the Tang Dynasty and became Li Shimin's second son, King of Chu Li Kuan.

He was once the leader of the four evils in Chang'an City and was called a "bad son" by Li Shimin.

He is a thorn in the side of the aristocratic families, but also the best partner of the nobles.

He is the God of Wealth in the eyes of businessmen and the savior in the eyes of craftsmen.

He was a booster of agricultural development and the founder of science and technology.

He was the nightmare of foreign vassal states and a hero in expanding the territory of the Tang Dynasty.

……

Let’s see how Li Kuan, with the help of the “all-round system”, leads the people of the Tang Dynasty to a well-off life.

【Golden Five Chapters】

Chapter 1, was he really the one who wrote it? The protagonist travels back in time to become Li Kuan, the King of Chu, Li Shimin's second son, a good-for-nothing and a black sheep. But one day, he undergoes a complete transformation, composing a breathtaking poem. Furthermore, he claims to repay all foreign debts within three months, starting with selling his weapons, calligraphy, and paintings.
Chapter 2: Your Highness, this can't be sold. The protagonist begins selling off antiques, calligraphy, and paintings, leaving nothing behind. He even wants to sell off antiques left by the previous king, despite the advice of his subordinates. The protagonist explains that he's buying a coal mine, not paying off a debt. But isn't buying a mine a losing proposition?

Chapter 3, Wait, I can testify. The protagonist has sold most of his family's belongings, which has frightened the wealthy businessman. He has already planned to send his youngest son back to the countryside. The protagonist went shopping in the West Market and heard that the Jinwu Guards were arresting someone. Unexpectedly, the person arrested was Xue Li.

Chapter 4: The Fierce General Xue Rengui. A group of thugs were caught stealing and were punished by Xue Rengui. However, the Jinwu Guards took sides, and the protagonist, unable to bear the consequences, came to Xue Rengui's aid and took him into his family. Having taken on such a formidable general after traveling through time, the protagonist demonstrates excellent judgment.

Chapter 5: Another Miner. The protagonist buys Zhangsun Wuji's coal mine, intending to manufacture honeycomb briquettes—a truly ambitious undertaking. However, the emperor sees this as a traitorous act. Two important officials arrive to report that the weather is cooling and charcoal is in short supply, and they target the emperor's inner treasury.

Chapter 6: Stupid people with lots of money come quickly. The protagonist's frantic mining activities eventually reached Li Shimin, who was already troubled by the snowstorms in various places. Upon learning that he had been summoned by His Majesty, the protagonist was not at all flustered, as if he had been waiting for the summons.

Chapter 7: I Have a Solution. Li Shimin is discussing a solution with Fang Xuanling for their charcoal problem. The protagonist, upon hearing this, claims to have a solution and even brings something with him. Honeycomb briquettes, a popular fuel in the north, are used for heating and cooking. The protagonist prepares to give a chemistry lesson to His Majesty.

Chapter 8: Cheap and Easy to Use. Honeycomb briquettes are cheap and easy to use. Use them when you want. When you don't, just put the small iron sheet down, isolating the air and preventing the coal from burning. They're cheap, five for one penny, and for a family of five, that's only a dozen pennies a month. Li Shimin was clearly persuaded and wanted to promote them.

Chapter 9: A Popularity in Chang'an. Honeycomb briquettes quickly spread throughout Chang'an, becoming affordable and accessible to everyone from the rich and powerful to the poor. Crucially, they were safe and non-toxic. Even some charcoal shops repeatedly lowered their prices, but this couldn't stop the growing popularity of honeycomb briquettes.

Chapter 10: Who's the Fool? Word of the King of Chu's deeds spread throughout Chang'an, and the sons of military commanders like Cheng Chumo were eager to win him over. After all, they were all one of Chang'an's Four Evils, so they could play together. In Fang Xuanling's mansion, father and son were also discussing the matter, fully aware of the King of Chu's sudden extraordinary rise. This boy has great talent!

【Brief Comment】

About the Author

Nanshan Tang, a level 3 author, is the author of "The Evil Son of the Tang Dynasty", "Going to the Tang Dynasty with a Robot Dog", and "Perfect Rebirth".

今天介绍的这本书，2020年3月13日上架，首订1800，2020年5月14日达成精品。

Currently, there are 7.31 collections on Qidian, 3.6 collections in the bookstore, 15 fans, and 2 alliance leaders.

summary of the story
This book mainly tells the story of the time traveler Li Kuan, a prince who is unknown in history. Not only is he a playboy in this life, but the emperor does not even touch him.

After his change of character, he sold his property, stockpiled coal, invented honeycomb coal, solved the social difficulties caused by the late spring cold, and greatly increased the value of the coal he acquired.

It even turned the barren mountains into treasure mountains, which surprised the nobles in Chang'an City.

It turns out that he is not a fool, but a man with a bit of strategy.

Character characteristics
Li Kuan is indeed not a famous prince. I have never heard of him.

Even Xue Rengui, whom he had taken in, was not as famous. He had been doing nothing and doing all sorts of evil things, but suddenly he changed his ways, making everyone take notice and attracting the attention of other children from prominent families in Chang'an.

I just hope that he doesn't try to become an emperor and tamper with history.

Because adaptation is not random fabrication.

Style characteristics
This book claims to be based on the history of the Tang Dynasty, but in fact it is a fictional history.

Otherwise, his series of magical and witty operations would not be safe.

As for the system that the time-traveling party brings, it is unclear at the moment what use it can have.

The author deliberately concealed the system's capabilities and used modern technology to change history, deliberately downplaying historical facts and highlighting the protagonist's personal charm.

Criticized by many readers!
It has also become a major poison point.

Some even think that the author has little historical knowledge.

I have no intention of whitewashing this.

Just go and see for yourself.

Anyway, historical texts are like a black hole to me.

The textual research type is difficult to empathize with; the fictional type is easy to be criticized; the system type is more likely to cause trouble.

In any case, this book has been highly recommended, and this alone is something to be envied.

【to sum up】

Writing is not easy, so cherish every moment!

I’m Cang Yiwei, and I’m here to promote “Cang’s Ramblings”!
Welcome to the paradise of book reviews.

【Cang's Ramblings】

This book was highly recommended yesterday, which is amazing.

The content of the book is neither too serious nor too formal, and many parts cannot stand up to scrutiny.

That’s how historical writing is, it’s easy to be criticized.

There are so many talented people in the comment section, but there is usually no place to show off their talents.

No matter what style of historical writing it is, it will be criticized.

This book is indeed not a rigorous one, but rather casual, but some details still have their own considerations, probably because of some research.

Writing a book out of thin air is something that usually only occurs at the level of a Level 1 author.

Successful authors, or authors who have written multiple books, generally do not joke about their writing career.

This is especially true for historical texts, where examples of “one wrong move and the whole game is lost” are very common.

Some readers will even abandon the book simply because the characters' given names are wrong.

Anyway, as long as you start your writing career, you will encounter all kinds of problems and all kinds of readers will exist.

I hope the author doesn’t take it too seriously. Just remember that being able to be recommended by a major magazine proves that the editor is optimistic about you, so work hard.

Damn, this author is obviously much better than me, why should I encourage him to work hard? I'm so angry~
I also want to be on the big list and get some encouragement from others.

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