Many people are asking about Lishan's large-scale brewing of wine, but these wines are not sold in Guanzhong.
Being the emperor's son-in-law, and being a county magistrate, some people thought that this matter could be kept to a certain extent, and that they might be able to buy some privately.
Until Cheng Yaojin came to Lishan to ask questions in person and was beaten out by Xu Xiaode with a stick, no one asked anymore.
So much so that Cheng Yaojin later said that he was unwilling to argue with Xu Xiaode, a scholar.
Zhang Yang's greenhouse is still under construction. The hot spring pool is a good floor heating. With the temperature, only light is left.
After the walls were built, a vault was built with wooden frames. Now the entire greenhouse is supported by various wooden frames around it, making it look like a huge cage.
Li Tai continued to keep an eye on the brewing progress of the brewery, and was worried about the difference between the brewing method recorded in Qi Min Yaoshu and the current Lishan brewing method.
After autumn, more and more people hunt in Guanzhong.
Since the construction of Lishan, no one has come to Lishan for autumn hunting.
This has led to more and more small animals in Lishan Mountain. This bear is very active these days, often entering the mountain forest and only returning home at night.
"County Marquis, this is a letter from Mr. Wang Gui of Taiyuan."
Zhang Yang reached out to take the letter, opened the sealing wax, and saw the old gentleman's vigorous and powerful brushwork.
Aunt Wang stood aside and waited for the county prince's instructions.
This old gentleman has experienced a lot. Like Gao Shilian and others, he witnessed the demise of the Sui Dynasty and the founding of the Tang Dynasty. Among the heroes of the world at that time, Wang Gui was also famous.
One by one the older generation retired.
Gao Shilian left the court and never interfered in political affairs. Mr. Ouyang Xun also came to Lishan and rarely appeared in front of others.
Yu Shinan and others were all old, and Li Gang passed away.
Unconsciously, times have changed, and these old gentlemen have also withdrawn from this era. There are still a few heroes who were the world's heroes back then.
It makes people sigh.
Zhang Yang read the contents of the letter. The letter said that Mr. Wang Gui planned to go to Zhongnan Mountain to visit his old place.
When he was young, he was an official in the former Sui Dynasty. He had to leave because he was framed, but no one from the Taiyuan Wang family helped him.
After that, he lived in seclusion in Zhongnan Mountain with his family. Later, he met Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui, and then he chose to go out into the world.
Perhaps the old gentleman felt that he was old and wanted to bury himself in Zhongnan Mountain.
If it was just such a thing, the old man wouldn't have to write a letter and have it delivered. The letter also said something and mentioned a person, the Duke of Yu State, Wen Yanbo.
When the Tang Dynasty was first established, Wen Yan won the appreciation of Li Shimin and served in Youzhou. Because he persuaded Luo Yi to surrender, he was reused when Li Yuan was in power.
It was just that the Tang Dynasty had not yet recovered from the civil strife. Jieli Khan led the Turkic tribes to attack Taigu, and the Turkic troops were at their peak.
The Tang army was defeated in the Battle of Taigu, and Wen Yanbo was captured by Jieli Khan.
After being captured in the Turkic camp, Wen Yanbo, the Duke of Yu, never told the truth about the Tang army and was loyal.
Later, something happened in the Tang Dynasty. Just after the Xuanwu Gate incident, Jieli Khan sent troops to attack Chang'an, which later became the Weishui Alliance.
After this alliance, Li Shimin wanted Wen Yanbo back.
Since then, Wen Yanbo has been loyal to Li Shimin.
Time passed, and later in the fourth year of Zhenguan, after the defeat of Jieli, Wei Zheng hoped that Li Shimin would implement Hanization of the Turks, restrain them with ethics, and assimilate them into Tang people, erasing the old customs of the Turks.
After Wei Zheng proposed this idea, Wen Yanbo opposed it at the time. He felt that the Huns should be placed in Shuofang according to the method used by Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty at that time, and their tribes and customs should be preserved.
The two sides argued over this matter for many years. In the end, Li Shimin sent Wen Yanbo to Shuofang, so that Wei Zheng's assimilation measures were rejected by the emperor.
In fact, Wei Zheng's method was more positive and easier to solve once and for all, but it took a lot of trouble. The so-called assimilation strategy is the current strategy of the Foreign Affairs Council towards Tibet.
The resettlement strategy proposed by Wen Yanbo is based on the method used by Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, which is more economical and can save costs.
Li Shimin was also willing to follow Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty and settle the Turkic tribes who surrendered.
Since then, Wei Zheng and Wen Yanbo have always been political opponents.
When General Li Ji went to Mobei, Wen Yanbo was in Shuofang to manage the public sentiment.
Zhang Yang thought about how when he went to Shuofang, he and Li Xiaogong were still worrying about Tuyuhun and Tubo.
Of course, the inside story of these things can only be known by asking Jie Li and Wen Yanbo.
And this Wen Yanbo, like Wang Gui, was an old man who came from the same era as Gao Shilian and others. He also admired Sun Fuga very much.
What Mr. Wang Gui explained in his letter was the affairs of Youzhou and Liaodong.
When Da'an went to Liaodong, Mr. Wang Gui helped block the way for the DPRK to intervene in Liaodong affairs.
But Wen Yanbo, the Duke of Yu State, was different. This man served in Youzhou at the beginning. He was very concerned about the situation in Liaodong and asked about Da'an.
Wang Gui and Wen Yanbo were both over sixty years old. They reached an agreement that Mr. Wang could resign as the governor of Youzhou and let Li Shimin make further plans.
Wen Yanbo also agreed that as long as the Ministry of Rites could advocate the attack on Goguryeo, he would not interfere in Liaodong affairs and supported Da'an to take over the post of county governor. In the future, he would come to Lishan to meet him.
Moreover, Wen Yanbo also heard about Da'an's governance in Liaodong and was very satisfied with Zhang Gongjin's son.
After reading a letter, Zhang Yang put it on the desk.
Li Yue came with tea, "This is the tea sent to the palace by Bingzhou. The queen mother specially sent it."
Taking the tea, Zhang Yang took a sip and said sadly: "Old Mr. Wang Gui can help me for a while, but he can't help me forever. He has blocked me for three years. I really owe him a lot, but all I gave him was that basket." Salted duck eggs.”
Curious, Li Yue also picked up the letter and read it, and whispered: "I heard about Wen Yanbo in the palace when he was a child. He often discussed politics with his father. At that time, old gentlemen such as Gao Shilian, Yu Shinan, and Li Gang all In court."
Zhang Yang nodded: "We have guests to meet again. Please send a message to Mr. Wen, asking Lishan to invite us."
"Here."
Aunt Wang left in a hurry.
Zhang Yang saw his daughter playing with building blocks and had a smile on his face again.
Today, there are many pedestrians and merchants on the official road outside Chang'an City. After the scorching summer heat has passed, Chang'an City has regained its vitality.
Fang Xuanling and Changsun Wuji were standing in front of the city gate together. They were waiting for someone. As for someone with such a grand display, they had to be greeted by the Prime Minister of the court and Zhongshu Ling. The officers and soldiers in front of the city were very excited. curious.
An old carriage came slowly.
Its wheels turned and made a tooth-dropping squeaking sound.
The carriage stopped in front of the city gate, and an old man with white hair and beard was helped out of the carriage by a servant.
He got off the carriage and did not move around. Instead, he stared at the tall city wall with cloudy eyes for a long time without saying anything.
Fang Xuanling and Changsun Wuji came forward together and said, "I have met Mr. Wen."
Wen Yanbo leaned on his crutch and looked at the two of them, nodded slowly and said: "No need to be polite, what? Where is that old boy Wei Zheng?"
Speaking of Wei Zheng and Wei Zhenggong, Wen Yanbo can indeed call him an old boy regardless of his seniority and seniority.
"Mr. Zheng has been busy dealing with the affairs of the family's children recently. He couldn't come if he couldn't get away." Fang Xuanling bowed and stepped aside to get out of the way. "Your Majesty has a decree. The old gentleman can drive into Chang'an City by car."
Wen Yanbo waved his hand and said, "I'd better take a walk. I haven't walked around properly in many years."
Fang Xuanling and Changsun Wuji stood aside and followed behind.
As he walked on Zhuque Street, he was escorted by officers and soldiers, and business travelers along the way gave way.
Wen Yanbo looked up and looked around. The old man's steps were very slow.
His voice was hoarse, "Old man, I haven't been to Chang'an City for a long time. The place has not changed at all, the roads have not changed, the houses have not changed, and the people have not changed..."
Entering the city from Chunming Gate, when he arrived in front of the Diplomatic Academy, the old man stopped and nodded slightly, "Well, things have changed here. There are still some changes. I am very happy."
The old man continued to walk forward, and when he arrived in front of the Chengtian Gate, he stopped again, looked at the Chengtian Gate, shook his head in disappointment, and then stepped in.
Li Shimin stood in front of Xingqing Hall, waiting for the old man.
Seeing a figure in the distance, who was getting closer and closer, Li Shimin straightened his clothes, stepped forward and said, "Old sir, you must be tired from the long journey. Hurry up and enter the palace. The food and wine are ready."
"Thank you, Your Majesty. I don't dare to accept it." Wen Yanbo took out the memorial and handed it over, "This is where the household registration records of Shuofang are located, as well as the memorial of land reclamation and people's livelihood."
Li Shimin took the memorial but did not open it to read it. Instead, he invited him: "Old sir, come into the palace quickly."
"It's His Majesty's order. I dare not refuse."
Wen Yanbo bowed briefly and walked slowly into the inner hall with a cane.
At this moment, the meat and vegetables in the palace have been served, and the palace servants have also warmed up the wine.
Wen Yanbo was helped by Fang Xuanling to sit down. After His Majesty sat down, Changsun Wuji took his seat.
The old man looked at the dishes in front of him and asked curiously: "What kind of dish is this?"
Fang Xuanling was sitting on one side and explained: "This is duck with scallion oil, this is Zhenguan cuisine, and that is salted duck egg."
Wen Yanbo nodded and just looked at it, without moving his chopsticks or picking up the wine bowl.
This old gentleman has been hiding something in his heart. If His Majesty does not agree to this matter, he will always be thinking about it.
At first when he was in Shuofang, many people thought that this old gentleman had retired.
But he still came to Chang'an City. He came all the way, and he was already so old. He must not have come here to report on his work. There was one thing in his heart that he had said as early as the Wude years. Regardless of the original Neither Li Yuan nor the reigning Khan agreed.
The prince came forward with the decree, "It was a time when the world was in chaos. Yanbo helped the country in the chaos, stabilized the country and governed the people in the war, and resisted the Turks. His troops were insufficient but never retreated. He remained loyal to the Jieli camp. However, The world is at peace, and the Duke of Yu governs Shuo Fang to secure the northern territory. He worships Shangshu Youpushe as my teacher, hoping to manage the world's society and be invited by all the people."
After reciting the decree, Li Shimin raised the wine bottle and said, "I respect you, sir."
Tian Khan drank the drink in one gulp.
Wen Yanbo picked up the wine bowl and took a sip of wine. He lowered his head and said, "Your Majesty, I heard that Gao Shilian left the court and Li Gang passed away?"
When talking about these things, Fang Xuanling and Changsun Wuji both lowered their heads.
Li Shimin said solemnly: "My uncle has taken care of his old age in Chang'an. After Mr. Li Gang passed away, the prince himself wrote an inscription for him."
"well……"
Wen Yanbo let out a long sigh. This sigh was very heavy, as if he was saying that time is not forgiving, and it was also like saying that it was a pity.
All the old friends from back then are gone, and the heroes of the world can hardly remember what they looked like.
Finally, the old gentleman stood up. He bowed and saluted the emperor in his prime, "Your Majesty, I have a favor to ask. I would rather give up the position of servant and shooter, and I hope your Majesty will think twice."
Li Shimin hurriedly stepped forward to help him, "Why did the old gentleman give you such a great gift? But if I can do it, I will definitely help the old gentleman fulfill his wish."
Wen Yanbo whispered: "I am familiar with history books. The place where Goguryeo is located has been the country of Jizi since the Zhou Dynasty, and it was Xuantu County in the Han Dynasty."
"Since then, it has been the territory of the Central Plains. The Han Dynasty built four counties. Your Majesty must not give up when he inherits the rule."
"If we give up our rule over Goguryeo, how will the barbarian countries admire the majesty of the Tang Dynasty?"
"Today, the bones of the former Sui soldiers are buried in a foreign land. The bones are not yet cold, and I am heartbroken."
The old gentleman still said these words.
Fang Xuanling and Changsun Wuji also knew that when Li Yuan was in power, the old man had talked about Goguryeo.
It’s just that the Tang Dynasty was just established at that time, and the national power was still insufficient, let alone the eastern expedition to Goguryeo.
This is the old gentleman's lifelong wish and concern in his heart.
This was the reason why he came to Chang'an. If it hadn't been for this incident, the old gentleman might have been able to retire with peace of mind.
Whether it is Li Gang or Gao Shilian, these people still worry about the regrets of the former Sui Dynasty in their hearts, and they are unwilling to accept the troubled times.
It is the most sad thing for people to grow old and die without closing their eyes.
Li Shimin said solemnly: "Old sir, after a long journey, I will have some food and wine to rest for a few days. I will definitely discuss the affairs of Goguryeo with the generals and ministers of the court."
What the old man cares about is the unification of the Central Plains, restoring the territory of the Han Dynasty, and regaining the rule of the Central Plains.
Wen Yanbo stopped having any more food and drinks, and left after saying these words.
Fang Xuanling and Changsun Wuji helped each other off.
Li Shimin stood alone in the Xingqing Hall. As the Khan of Heaven, he believed that he had always worked hard for the country.
Mr. Wen Yanbo was concerned about Liaodong and Goguryeo.
Besides him, there is another person who is also concerned about Liaodong.
"I heard that Zhang Da'an has been governing Liaodong, and the Foreign Affairs Commission is also inquiring about the situation in Goguryeo?"
Speaking of Zhang Daan, this man was admitted to the imperial examination, but he took the initiative to go to Liaodong. He stayed there for three years and was always helped by the Foreign Affairs Commission. The report said that Liaodong has changed a lot.
The prince replied: "It has been for some years. It has been like this for the past two years."
