Liu Xian waited outside the door, but couldn't wait for any news. It was almost dawn, but there was still no sign of the door opening.
After the old housekeeper entered the door, he turned around and went back to his room to sleep. How could there be any news?
Liu Xian never expected that his late-night visit would result in a rejection. How could this make him feel so embarrassed?
"Your Highness, it's getting late. We have to go back and prepare. Otherwise, you won't be able to make it to today's morning court!"
It was almost dawn now, and several followers said helplessly to Liu Xian.
"let's go!"
After staying up here for half the night, this rejection made Liu Xian's heart completely cold. From Zhang Cang's attitude, he already felt something was wrong.
This is Zhang Cang's attitude. It seems that the path of civil service is unavailable for him. Now he can only rely on those clan members, but he himself knows very well how unreliable those people are.
But now he has no choice. At this time, he can only resign himself to fate...
"Your Majesty, I heard that the Prince of Wu was not idle last night. He was running around the city, but as a result, he was rejected by Prime Minister Zhang!"
Early this morning, while Liu Deng was still washing up, Chen Qi had already arrived.
"That kid is just a clown. Our current goal is to quickly get the weapons and make some money back. The only real thing is to quickly sell all the salt in the warehouse. Otherwise, we will not be able to occupy it there." What a place!”
Liu Deng mumbled while washing his face.
Look at the time, it's not even bright yet, and the official is actually getting up now to go to court. Fortunately, I don't have to live like this every day. Otherwise, I'm afraid I'll be fined not only copper but also poor every day. .
"Your Majesty is right. This boy is indeed a clown. It's just that the ordnance matter may not be easy to deal with. Now at this time..."
Autumn is coming soon. Judging from the situation in previous years, the Huns are about to invade the border again. We need to strengthen military equipment everywhere. Ordnance is really in short supply.
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has verbally agreed, and it seems to be enough for us for the time being. However, if we want to fundamentally solve our problem, we still need to revitalize the weapons supervisor!"
As long as this road is paved, a steady stream of copper coins will flow into the Dai Kingdom. Once you have money, the problem will be much easier to solve. If you want to completely complete the self-production and sales of weapons, Liu Deng still needs to start from The imperial court will bring back some master craftsmen.
"Your Majesty, it's getting late. You'd better have some breakfast quickly. I'm afraid today's court meeting will be very long..."
Although he said it casually, Chen Qi was really worried about Wu State in his heart. After all, they had spent a lot of money in Chang'an City over the years, and their connections were still deep-rooted.
At today's court meeting, there should be many people who will come forward to speak for them.
"How about we make a bet? Whether the meeting in Tianchao will be longer!"
Liu Deng suddenly became playful!
"Your Majesty? Are you so sure?"
Chen Qi didn't know where the confidence of his own king came from?
"Of course I am confident, but I don't know if Mr. Nei Shi dares to bet?"
"I wonder what the king wants to bet on?"
Seeing Liu Deng's pretending to be incomprehensible, Chen Qi really couldn't keep up with his thoughts, but he didn't want to disturb Liu Deng's good interest.
"If anyone loses, he will have to pay for all the food in Chang'an City after the court today!"
Liu Deng laughed and said.
"I still have this little money. If you say so, this gambler is beaten!"
"Let's go and have breakfast. It doesn't matter if you don't want to eat. Save your stomach and taste Chang'an's delicacies. Food that doesn't cost money is good!"
"Your Majesty, why do I feel like I've fallen into a pit..."
Seeing Liu Deng's confident look, Chen Qi suddenly felt that his money bag was not safe.
Today is the court meeting, and almost all the people in Chang'an City who are qualified to attend the court meeting have arrived.
The dense crowd filled the entire Weiyang Palace, which made Liu Deng feel like he was going to a market in his previous life.
But fortunately, because of his distinguished status, no matter who he meets, he only needs to nod his head.
Because today is a formal occasion, in this Weiyang Palace, only status and nothing else matter.
Liu Deng seemed to have his own BGM today. No matter who saw him, they would greet him with a bow and a smile. This actually made Liu Deng a little flattered.
Liu Xian stood aside, his face was livid, and he looked at Liu Deng with a look of resentment. Even the clan members who had already discussed with him and planned to cry in the court today were actually surrounding them one by one. Around Liu Deng, this tnd is too real.
"Your Majesty is here!"
The noisy main hall finally became quiet. Because Liu Deng was a king of princes, he was specially ranked in the front this time.
As the prince of a prince, Liu Xian had to follow Liu Deng now no matter how unhappy he was.
Fortunately, before Liu Deng went to the palace today, he was specially explained all the etiquette, so he would not make a fool of himself. After the ministers shouted long live, a series of arguments in the court followed.
As the prime minister, Zhang Cang stood aside without saying a word, and the remaining officials began to report matters within their responsibilities one by one.
He went to bed too late last night. After working hard for most of the night, Liu Deng felt a little drowsy while listening to their argument.
After waiting for a long time, when he was about to go to Duke Zhou to play chess, he suddenly heard someone calling him, and Liu Deng woke up in a flash.
"Your Majesty, the Acting King Liu has behaved inappropriately in front of the palace. Please punish him for the crime of disrespect!"
Liu Xian stared at Liu Deng with a bitter look on his face.
"What do you have to say? On behalf of the king!"
Liu Heng sat on the throne and looked at Liu Deng with interest, wondering how this boy was going to deal with it.
"Your Majesty, this matter is actually my fault. After I went back last night, I heard the sound of singing and dancing next door, so I didn't want to sleep. I listened to it all night with my eyes open, and now I am drowsy. Please punish me! "
As soon as Liu Deng said these words, the minister of Honglu Temple who was following him almost burst into tears.
His food, clothing, housing and transportation are all arranged by Honglu Temple. Now isn't Liu Deng a slap in the face?
"Your Majesty, please forgive me. There is only Prince Liu Xian of the Wu Kingdom living next door to you. There is no one else... Honglu Temple has absolutely not arranged any singing and dancing for him!"
He cannot bear this crime. After the princes and kings enter the capital, they need to observe etiquette. Logically speaking, singing and dancing women are prohibited during these three days. Give him eighteen courages, and he would not dare to do this... ..
But Liu Xian is the crown prince of Wu after all, and he doesn’t take it seriously. How dare the people below him care about such nonsense...
