After watching Yang Fan tinkering for a while, the aroma of dry pot beef offal gradually filled the entire kitchen.
His Majesty Li Er looked disgusted just now, but now he swallowed involuntarily.
In order to cover up his embarrassment, His Majesty Li Er pretended to be nonchalant and said: "I was a little anxious when I came out. I haven't eaten yet, and now I'm a little hungry. Let's hurry up and prepare a meal."
With that said, he was about to turn around and go out.
In addition to being really hungry, His Majesty Li Er really doesn't want to stay here and be a light bulb, and the target is his own daughter.
Yang Fan was speechless.
This emperor is really thick-skinned. He just said he was crazy, but in the end he couldn't escape the true fragrance theorem.
Yang Fan laughed and said, "Lao Li, isn't there something wrong with this?"
"Cows in water are only eaten by common people who can't survive. As a royal family, if you let the censor know that I fed you such dirty things, won't you spit me out to death?"
"The cooks have gone home today and have not prepared any other meals. Why don't you, Lao Li, go back and eat?"
Princess Gaoyang's eyes widened, she had seen her husband's bold behavior.
He actually dared to refuse even his own father, and he even dared to use such a lame excuse.
However, this manly way of speaking made Princess Gaoyang fall into it even more.
An arrogant woman like her only surrenders to the strong!
Wang Huangui, who was following behind, was also a little dumbfounded. He stared blankly at the young Marquis, admiring him speechlessly.
Among all the civil and military officials in the dynasty, only this man dared to speak to the emperor like this.
If it were anyone else, His Majesty Li Er would be taken out and beheaded.
However, Li Junxian, who was not far away, knew Yang Fan's temperament well, so he joked that he didn't care who it was, it was just normal for him to speak like this to His Majesty Li Er.
His Majesty originally wanted to come here to relax and unwind today, and did not want to argue with Yang Fan.
As expected, His Majesty Li Er was not angry at all, but said calmly: "You bastard, are you still scared?"
"Besides, now that you only have a title and no official position, why are you afraid of being impeached by the censor? What's more, all people are born equal, and there is no distinction between high and low."
"I remember when the People's Republic of China was founded, the country was poor. As long as we could fill our stomachs, what was wrong with it?"
"Why are you talking so much nonsense? Hurry up and present it so that someone can have a taste?"
Yang Fan was really depressed. Speaking of this, if he dared to be ignorant, I'm sure this guy would just kick him over with his big feet.
I had no choice but to ask my servants to make arrangements quickly.
Since the beef offal was fried in a large pot, Yang Fan did not prepare other dishes, and did not regard His Majesty Li Er as the emperor at all.
If His Majesty Li Er visits the homes of other ministers, he will not dare to serve them without cooking dozens of dishes.
Although the dishes are very simple, His Majesty Li Er enjoyed it even though it was his first time to eat beef offal.
It’s no wonder that the ingredients in the Tang Dynasty were mainly steamed, and stir-fry dishes were rarely seen.
Although the imperial chef in the palace also learned some basic knowledge from Yang Fan, compared with Yang Fan, it was a world of difference.
Therefore, His Majesty Li Er was full!
Even Princess Gao Yang ate until the corners of her lips were stained with grease. She didn't eat until she couldn't eat anymore, and then she said to Yang Fan: "Mr. Lang, you really didn't lie. It's so delicious. My life was in vain before. I still want to eat."
Yang Fan picked up a tissue and wiped the grease stains from the corners of Gao Yang's mouth, and smiled fondly: "As long as sister Gao Yang wants to eat it, I will cook it for you for the rest of your life."
How could Princess Gaoyang bear such words, her pointed chin almost buried into her breasts.
However, the happy little star in his eyes kept shining.
His Majesty Li Er, who was already a little full, ate another wave of dog food and almost died on the spot. He had to cough a few times to indicate his presence.
Looking at this ignorant father-in-law, Yang Fan turned to the serving old eunuch Wang Huangui and said, "Didn't you see that your master is choking? Why don't you help him out to drink water quickly? I really want to choke him to death. ah?"
Wang Huangui, who served Li Shimin wholeheartedly, never thought that he would cause disaster, and his old face, which was already lined with ravines, wrinkled into chrysanthemums.
He could only look at Yang Fan with a look of resentment, which made Yang Fan's hair stand on end, not daring to joke anymore.
Seeing that Yang Fan not only refused to restrain himself, but instead teased himself about the old eunuch, His Majesty Li Er could only vent his emotions on the wine glass, pretending to be out of sight and out of mind.
After drinking and eating, His Majesty Li Er lay on the rocking chair with his full belly. He looked at Yang Fan with a look of enjoyment and asked: "You really know how to enjoy it, but in my opinion, you are just one word --lazy!"
Yang Fan glanced at His Majesty Li Er sideways and did not reply, but secretly despised him in his heart.
This guy has a lot to say, but he still enjoys it. It's so annoying.
Unexpectedly, His Majesty Li Er, whose fame has been passed down through the ages, is like a talkative woman.
Seeing Yang Fan's disdainful expression, His Majesty Li Er was a little embarrassed.
After all, the guy who took advantage of this kid was now lying down enjoying a unique chair, but he said such sarcastic words.
Even though he is known for being thick-skinned, His Majesty Li Er couldn't help but blush. He had to change the subject and asked: "I heard from others before that the cow's urine that usually dies of illness is inedible. Where did you get the cow's urine?"
As for Li Er's lack of words, Yang Fan was speechless, but he had to answer. He could only reply perfunctorily: "Of course you can't eat cows that have died of illness. Not only can you not eat cows with water, but you can't eat this kind of sick beef. Even if you want to eat it, you can't eat it." Also eat less.”
"Besides, who told you that the beef offal you ate today was from a sick cow?"
When Yang Fan said it was not a sick cow, His Majesty Li Er asked loudly: "Did you kill the cattle? Did you report it to the government? If it was a good cow, why did the government approve you to kill the cow?"
"Does the killing of cattle need to be reported to the government?" Regarding His Majesty Li Er's question, Yang Fan was confused and confused.
"What are you talking about? You don't know that killing cattle needs to be reported to the government?" His Majesty Li Er was stunned, and then shouted sharply:
"In order to eat beef, you actually dare to ignore the laws of the court and slaughter the best cattle to satisfy your appetite. It is simply unreasonable."
"You really think that you have some talent and you can be lawless. If you don't give me an explanation, I will let you know the strictness of the court's laws."
Looking at His Majesty Li Er who was furious, Yang Fan remembered that cattle were a very important labor force at this time.
It can be said that cattle are no less important than people.
Some people who raise cattle are willing to sacrifice their lives in order to save their cattle when danger occurs.
A farm cow may affect the livelihood of several or even dozens of families for a year.
During the Tang Dynasty, cattle were registered and registered. After the cattle were distributed to the people, the government would designate the breeders.
If a farm cow dies of illness or has an accident, the breeder will need to be held accountable. In serious cases, the cow will be sent to the army or exiled.
In Yang Fan's opinion, did the Tang Dynasty really lack cattle?
actually not!
The Tang Dynasty had a vast territory and did not lack cattle, but only docile cattle.
The cattle raised on the grasslands were wild and untamed and could not be used for farming, which led to a shortage of cattle in the Tang Dynasty.
Thinking of this, Yang Fan's eyes lit up.
If the shortage of cattle can be solved, can we ask for some benefits from His Majesty Li Er?
The more I think about it, the more I feel that there is a lot of room for maneuver in this matter.
Although Yang Fan did not study agriculture and had never trained cattle, he had read some research.
The reason why the ancients could not tame cattle well and use them as farm cattle was because they had not yet invented a method to wear nose ropes on cattle.
At least this method did not appear in the Tang Dynasty.
As long as the nose rope is worn on the cow, even the cow that jumps out can only be obedient.
Because there are many nerves in the cow's nose, it is easy to suffer pain. As long as you gently pull the reins, you can control the cow's forward direction.
Even cattle on the grasslands can be easily used for farming.
Looking at Yang Fan who was stunned and motionless, His Majesty Li Er couldn't bear it, thinking that what he just said was too harsh.
But when I thought about the reports from various states and counties about the approaching spring plowing and the shortage of cattle, I felt secretly worried. I sighed slightly and said:
"It seems like you kid doesn't know such a rule, but the imperial court has its own laws. If you don't abide by them, wouldn't it mean that the world would be in chaos?"
"Now that spring plowing is approaching, the shortage of cattle in various places is becoming more and more serious, but you slaughter the cattle privately. How can you not make me angry?"
"Let's do this. As the saying goes, he who doesn't know is not guilty. Just go to the government to prepare a report, pay more fines, and this matter will be over!"
Looking at His Majesty Li Er who was worried about a farm cow, Yang Fan had mixed feelings.
Although this emperor is really not good in terms of personal morality.
But it is undeniable that this guy is really a good king that is rare throughout the ages.
Regardless of whether his purpose is to consolidate his rule or something else.
But how many emperors can care so much about such a small thing?
Considering the relationship between Yang Fan and His Majesty Li Er, if it happened to other dynasties and kings, this kind of thing could be revealed by simply writing about it.
With such attention to detail, it is no wonder that His Majesty Li Er was able to push the Tang Dynasty to the top of the world, and even the culture of the Tang Dynasty has been passed down through the ages.
Since His Majesty Li Er values farm cattle so much, if your problem is solved, it shouldn't be too much to ask for some conditions, right?
Yang Fan rolled his eyes and asked: "Is there a shortage of cattle in the Tang Dynasty?"
His Majesty Li Er could not deny: "Of course!"
Yang Fan smiled and said, "If I can solve the problem of cattle shortage, what reward will your Majesty get?"
"What are you talking about? You solve all kinds of problems?" After hearing Yang Fan's words, His Majesty Li Er couldn't lie down any longer. He jumped up as if he had been stabbed by a needle in the butt and stared at Yang Fan closely for confirmation.
Seeing Yang Fan nodding as usual, His Majesty Li Er said excitedly: "As long as you can solve the problem of cattle and make spring plowing go smoothly, I will grant you whatever you want."
"But the ugly words are ahead. If you lie to me, blame me for being ruthless."
Yang Fan looked at His Majesty Li Er without fear: "A gentleman's words!"
"It's hard to chase a horse!" His Majesty Li Er quickly answered.
When Yang Fan explained the method of threading a cow's nose, His Majesty Li Er didn't come back to his senses for a long time.
After a long time, he asked in disbelief: "It's that simple?"
Yang Fan nodded firmly and explained: "Your Majesty also knows that we in the Tang Dynasty do not lack cattle, we just lack cattle."
“The reason why bison are so difficult to domesticate for farming is because we didn’t find the right approach.”
"Many things in this world are actually not complicated, it's just that we think of them as complicated."
"As for whether this method will work, we will find out if we find a few cows and give it a try."
Seeing how confident Yang Fan was, His Majesty Li Er waved his hand and said boldly: "Why don't you hurry up and get ready?"
Yang Fan, who originally wanted to eat, had to order his servants to find some bison.
Looking at His Majesty Li Er's situation, if he didn't act quickly, he might have to tie him up immediately. Yang Fan didn't like to be tortured.
…
In the backyard of the Yang Mansion, several bison were fixed with wooden stakes. Several servants used a red-hot iron to pierce the noses of the cattle, causing them to scream in agony.
Under the guidance of Yang Fan, a rope was passed through the cow's nose to fix it.
Even wild and untamable cows will most likely be obedient as long as a rope is passed through their noses.
This method seems rude, but it allows people to control the behavior of cattle very well.
After only a few days of training, these cattle can shine in farming.
His Majesty Li Er was amazed when he saw that a small cow rope could control the cow's behavior very well after passing through the cow's nose.
He even couldn't help but step forward and lead the cow rope around several times, which made Li Junxian on the side tremble with fear.
If these bison suddenly exploded and injured His Majesty Li Er, Li Junxian would not be able to chop off ten thousand heads.
But seeing His Majesty Li Er having fun "playing", Li Junxian also knew that if he dared to stop him, his head might be moved soon.
Ever since, Li Junxian looked at Yang Fan with eyes full of resentment.
Every time I see this prince, he is either playing with his heartbeat, or on the road playing with his heartbeat...
After playing for several rounds, His Majesty Li Er's eyes shone when he looked at the docile and well-behaved bison.
If there were enough cattle, the fields of Datang would no longer have to be abandoned!
As long as all the land is planted with food, production will inevitably increase.
The increase in food means that more people can be fed. With more people, there will be more soldiers, and his dream of conquering Goguryeo will no longer be far away.
Unknowingly, His Majesty Li Er's thoughts drifted away!
Looking at the grinning Majesty Li Er, Yang Fan felt contempt in his heart.
However, I also know that I made the right bet!
No wonder it is said that the book has its own beauty, and the book has its own golden house. The benefits of reading more are finally revealed.
If I hadn't accidentally seen this research in my previous life, I would have never known about wearing a cow's nose.
Princess Gao Yang on the side also looked ready to give it a try, which frightened Yang Fan immediately.
Although the border rope can control the bison very well, it has not been domesticated after all.
Yang Fan didn't dare to let her experience such a delicate girl.
If anything happens, that pretty face may be disfigured at any time, and Yang Fan doesn't want to take that risk, as it affects his visual sense for the rest of his life.
Therefore, when His Majesty Li Er put down the cow rope, Yang Fan quickly asked his servants to take him away, temporarily causing Princess Gaoyang to look at Yang Fan angrily.
It's a pity that after looking at Yang Fan for a while, he was defeated in the end!
Back in the main hall, Yang Fan took a sip of tea and then asked: "Does your Majesty think it's okay?"
"Well, it seems feasible." His Majesty Li Er replied calmly.
Although his heart was still very agitated, His Majesty Li Er pretended not to care.
How could he not understand how important it is for a farming society to solve the problem of cattle?
Just seeing Yang Fan asking like this, I knew that this bastard was trying to get benefits, but I couldn't let this kid raise his tail.
Otherwise, even he, the emperor, will not be able to cure this kid in the future.
What's more important is that this guy actually resigned from the post of Minister of Rites on purpose.
Now I want to ask for benefits, how can it be so cheap?
Hearing His Majesty Li Er's calm answer, Yang Fan was immediately dumbfounded.
The emperor was ecstatic just now, but now he looked indifferent. Could this guy be trying to cheat?
So he asked with some frustration: "Your Majesty, do you still remember what you just promised me..."
"You have made a contribution. What do you want to say?" His Majesty Li Er finally relented.
Yang Fan asked tentatively: "A certain person wants to ask for jurisdiction over Datang's overseas trade!"
Upon hearing Yang Fan's words, His Majesty Li Er was dumbfounded.
I thought Yang Fan was asking for an official position!
Who knew...
It's just that this kid is too open-minded!
