Tang Dynasty: A Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls for Li Er at the Start

Chapter 118 Japanese? Beat them!
"Why haven't you come yet?"

Inside the Forbidden Garden, in front of a small courtyard that had been temporarily set up.

Yan Lide paced anxiously in the courtyard.

He learned yesterday that Wen He had left Baiqi, and immediately moved all personnel and materials to this place.

As a result, Wen He sent a message saying that there was an emergency at home and he needed to rest at home for a day.

He had no choice but to give up.

He went to Wen He's house early this morning, but she wasn't home.

He was immediately overjoyed, thinking that Wen He had come to the Forbidden Garden, but when he arrived, he couldn't find any trace of Wen He at all.

Soon, the sound of horses' hooves came from afar. Yan Lide was overjoyed and hurriedly went out.

After just one glance, his face immediately fell.

Only one Imperial Guard arrived.

These imperial guards were sent by Yan Lide not long ago to search for Wen He's whereabouts.

Seeing that he had come alone, Yan Lide's expression was rather unpleasant.

The imperial guards dismounted and reported back.

"Reporting to Minister Yan, Wen County County Boy went to the East Market. He said he was going to buy some things."

What was he doing in the East Market?

Yan Lide couldn't help but wonder.

The materials Wen He asked him to prepare have all been prepared, so why go to the East Market?

"Of course we're here to buy things."

On the streets of Dongshi, Wen He sat in a carriage, lifting the curtain to look outside.

Upon hearing this, Wen Zhong, who was driving the carriage, couldn't help but wonder: "If the young master wants to buy something, why doesn't he let this old servant come out? We can't neglect Minister Yan."

He also thought Wen He was going to the Forbidden Garden, but not long after he left, he was suddenly ordered to change his route and go to the East Market.

I don't know what to buy.

"I forgot one thing from the materials list I gave you earlier. Since I'm going to the Forbidden Garden later, I'll just take it with me."

Wen He only remembered it when she was leaving the house.

Where should the gunpowder be stored once it's made?

If it were made into an explosive charge, a large one would be inconvenient to throw, while a small one wouldn't be powerful enough.

He pondered for a moment, thinking about the fragmentation grenades to come.

So I plan to come to Dongshi to buy a few porcelain vases.

Besides, he's been in Chang'an for so long, but he hasn't had a proper chance to explore the city.

That gentle little girl has been here several times already.

If Xishi weren't located in Wannian County on the other side, he would have thought of going to take a look.

"Find a porcelain shop; I want to buy a few porcelain vases," Wen He said to Wen Zhong outside.

"Just to buy a few pieces of porcelain? You could have just told this old servant. The East Market is a mixed bag, and there are even kidnappers. Young master, you must be careful."

Wenzhong was exaggerating.

He was clearly trying to scare Wen He on purpose.

This old thing!
Wen He knew in her heart that Wen Zhong would not be loyal to her; he was merely following Li Shimin's orders.

Perhaps she still harbors resentment towards herself.

What do you mean by kidnapper?
With only five Xuanjia guards disguised as servants behind his carriage, unless the other side sends dozens of people, no one can get close to him.

Wen He ignored him and silently looked outside.

Soon after, the carriage stopped, and Wenzhong greeted them from outside: "Young master, we've arrived. This is the most famous porcelain shop in the East Market."

Before he could finish speaking, Wen He had already stepped out of the carriage and jumped down before he could bring over the stool.

Then he flicked his sleeves, put his hands behind his back, and walked inside.

Wen Zhong was somewhat taken aback, paused for a moment, and then followed behind him with his head down.

This porcelain shop isn't very big, consisting of two rooms on the left and right.

However, there were quite a few porcelain pieces displayed inside.

When Wen He went in, there were several people dressed in Tang suits but with Western Region appearances.

On the left were several short people dressed luxuriously, though their clothes were clearly bought from a ready-made clothing store.

Because their clothes were dragging on the ground.

"Welcome, distinguished guest. Your humble servant greets you with courtesy."

The shopkeeper had already noticed Wen He and his group.

Those who could ride in a carriage to enter the East Market were definitely the city's elite. Moreover, he noticed that the carriage was actually of county-level rank.

At such a young age, I wonder which family's young master he is from in Guanzhong.

"Do you have a porcelain bottle about the size of your palm?" Wen He nodded at him as a greeting, and then got straight to the point.

"Yes, yes, the craftsmen in this shop have the best skills in Chang'an. They can make even the most exquisite porcelain."

The shop owner's eyes seemed to be shining.

It's as if they're looking at some sucker.

Wen He pretended not to see it and continued calmly, "It doesn't need to be too exquisite, just ordinary is fine, preferably the second-rate kind, and the cheaper the better."

"This..." The shop owner, who thought he was about to make a fortune, immediately froze with a smile.

Why do you want cheap stuff?

"No?"

Wen He frowned.

"Yes, yes, yes, but I wonder how much young master wants?"

“We’ll take as many as we can. Also…” Wen He hesitated for a moment, then turned to Wen Zhong and asked, “Are they allowed into the Forbidden Garden?”

“You can go to the entrance, but you probably can’t go in,” Wen Zhong replied.

When the shop owner heard that it was being delivered to the Forbidden Garden, his legs went weak, and his gaze toward Wen He became filled with awe.

He was glad that he hadn't underestimated the young man.

The Forbidden Garden.

That's a royal garden.

Those inside, especially those with titles, must be very important people.

"I will deliver it to your esteemed guest immediately."

"Okay, I'll write you a note. You can collect the money from the Ministry of Works later. If someone refuses to give it to you, come to the Wen residence in Yonglefang to find me."

Wen He's decision was made on a whim, so she didn't have any money on her.

The shop owner smiled and nodded repeatedly upon hearing this, but he felt even more uneasy.

Who exactly is this young man?

Even buying something can be settled by the Ministry of Works.

Wen He ignored his surprise and left someone waiting in the shop before he prepared to leave.

It wouldn't be good to keep Yan Lide waiting there for too long.

But as soon as he stepped out the door, he saw several short men standing in front of his carriage, laughing at something extremely lewd.

As Wen He walked over, one of the men, who was only a head taller than him, bowed obsequiously and came to greet him.

"My name is Suwo Dashan. I have met you, esteemed guest."

He spoke in broken Tang Dynasty Mandarin, and that awkward accent instantly gave Wen He a sense of familiarity.

"Soga? You're Japanese?"

Wen He frowned.

No wonder these people are so short. They look to be in their twenties or thirties, but they are only about a head taller than him.

"Hi."

Soga no Daizan's face lit up with joy. He had thought he would have to explain, but he hadn't expected that this noble young man would know about their country, Japan.

Yosi!

"I am an envoy from Japan, on behalf of His Majesty the Emperor..."

"I'm going to your mother!"

Wen He suddenly shouted and picked up a porcelain bottle from the side, smashing it at the Japanese man in front of him.

"Beat them! This mere Japanese dare to call their ruler 'Emperor' within the territory of our Great Tang! They have no respect for our Great Tang! This is utterly outrageous!"

Everyone was stunned for a moment.

Those Japanese who had come to curry favor with Wen He were dumbfounded when they saw Soga no Taizan fall to the ground.

However, the well-trained Xuanjia Guards had already rushed out when Wen He made his move.

They don't know what's going on.

But their responsibility is to protect Wenhe from threats.

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