The so-called spring rain is as precious as oil.
From the beginning of spring to now, there has not been a drop of rain in Chang'an City.
The consequences of this are serious.
Many people's fields are going dry.
And some people started to hoard water.
Preparations should be made for possible droughts that may follow,
Because of this incident, the people throughout Chang'an City became a little worried.
After all, if it doesn't rain again, it will indicate that a spring drought is about to follow.
As a result, the impact on crops can be said to be very large.
The direct impact of drought on crops is harvest failure.
Once this situation is entered, famine may occur.
This is a top priority.
The people throughout Chang'an City are talking about this matter. It makes people panic and uneasy
At the same time in the Daming Palace.
Li Shimin and the civil and military officials were also discussing the drought. How could he not be concerned about such an important matter?
At this time, Hou Junji came out and said: "Your Majesty, this must be caused by the Sixth Prince! If it weren't for him, it wouldn't be like this!"
Fang Xuanling, Cheng Yaojin and others were puzzled, why was Li Min responsible for everything? Does he have to take care of everything? And let it not rain? That is a god-level existence. Did Hou Junji speak without thinking?
I'm afraid only Hou Junji can say this.
Li Shimin frowned and said, "What did he do? What does this drought have to do with him?"
Yes, what was done? All civil and military officials were also puzzled.
Why?
"If everything is as Hou Shangshu said, then Mr. Zili is a god! Hou Shangshu, your words must withstand scrutiny and don't exclude Mr. Zili every chance you get! It's obvious that you are doing this! The influence is very bad! "
Xue Rengui couldn't listen anymore and retorted directly.
No one can say anything wrong with Li Min.
Hou Junji ignored Xue Rengui.
On the contrary, he said: "Because the Sixth Prince cut off the water upstream and angered God, it doesn't rain down from God!"
If this kind of brain circuit existed in the future, people would definitely scold him.
But now is the Tang Dynasty, and many people’s cognitions have not yet been affected by future science.
So, when everyone heard it, it seemed to make sense.
Sometimes changing some status quo will cause some problems! This is the only explanation.
Gao Shilian followed up and said: "In previous years, it would have rained at this time. It was also because the Sixth Prince's private reservoir interrupted the cycle of thousands of years, so it didn't rain!"
Severe drought is related to weather and temperature. How come they related this matter to Li Min.
And Li Min’s small reservoir hasn’t been built yet! The river hasn't changed much.
If Li Min knew about this, he would laugh to death.
But Li Shimin didn't say anything.
Probably also thinking about it in my mind.
Yes, this is what people can foresee. If they encounter this kind of thing, most of them will think of what changes have been made before.
Only then will the future become like this.
It was Fang Xuanling who spoke for Li Min.
"Your Majesty, you can't blame the Sixth Prince for this. He also thinks about the people. Also, I heard that he also wanted to promote electric vehicles this time. The reservoir is for electric energy. There is no harm in doing this. And There are so many benefits! Why not do something that is beneficial?”
These words refreshed everyone's understanding.
It turns out that Li Min is doing this.
Unexpected.
They thought that the function of this reservoir was very simple, maybe just to intercept water and raise fish.
I don't think so, but it has such a far-reaching effect.
But some people don't want to hear about this.
The previous hundred Jinshi also began to play a role. They all spoke for Li Min with the same voice, and what they said was very reasonable.
Faced with such a huge force, Hou Junji directly said: "Then how to explain this severe drought? Please give me an explanation!"
Cheng Yaojin couldn't listen anymore.
He said directly: "Perhaps it's because Hou Junji you took an extra concubine. This harmed young girls even at an old age. I'm afraid it also angered God! It made God not want to rain to punish ignorant people. Don't do this. Well, maybe you can break off the engagement and make up for it, then it will rain!"
His words made everyone laugh.
This is called treating others with their own medicine.
"Zhijie, what do you mean?"
These words angered Hou Junji.
His face turned red with anger.
That's right, he did take a concubine some time ago, and it was because the girl was so beautiful.
He couldn't hold it back.
But in ancient times, it was normal to have three wives and four concubines.
But this guy has grown so old and still has a concubine, which is a bit unreasonable.
Speaking of him, everyone thought of Li Yuan again, who seemed to be more vicious than him. The wife keeps getting married and the children keep having children.
Facing Hou Junji's anger.
But Cheng Yaojin didn't take it seriously.
He's like this, he has the guts to bite him! How dare Hou Junji? I couldn't fight back after being beaten last time, and my face is still hurting now!
At the same time, Gao Shilian made a suggestion.
He could only hear him saying: "How about this, your Majesty prays to the sky for rain, maybe you can get God's favor, and it will rain heavily! Blessing all the people!"
This may be the best solution that people can think of now.
At the same time, if this matter spreads, Li Shimin will also be very proud.
After all, he is also for the people, and he will not let go if he can win the hearts of the people.
I'm afraid that when the time comes that he won't be able to pray for rain, Li Min will laugh his head off.
It’s really overestimating one’s capabilities. What use can such ideological pleading be? If it is useful, there is no need to be afraid in the Tang Dynasty. If you pray for it every day, the weather will be smooth and the country will be peaceful and the people will be safe.
"Yes, Your Majesty, I think it is possible!"
Hou Junji also said.
As for others, they also said that the method of praying for rain is feasible.
Fang Xuanling, Cheng Yaojin, and Wei Zheng didn't have any special feelings. After all, it would be good if they could ask for rain.
Li Shimin sighed.
"I'm afraid I have to personally come out to pray for rain. We can't let the people suffer because of the drought!"
He spoke very vividly.
The civil and military officials were deeply moved.
They all shouted: "Your Majesty is wise!"
"Come here, prepare the sacrifices. In the afternoon, we will go out to the east of the city to pray for rain!"
Li Shimin ordered, this was a direct request.
At the same time, everyone was busy.
A large number of troops began to gather outside the east gate.
At the same time, news about Li Shimin's request for rain spread directly throughout Chang'an.
After hearing this, everyone gave a thumbs up, saying that Li Shimin was a wise king and always thought of the people.
But when Li Min heard these things, he didn't take them seriously.
Above the tenement building, Li Min also received the news that Li Shimin was going out to pray for rain.
He stood by the floor-to-ceiling glass, looking east.
At this time, Ji Ruxue was beside him.
