"Your Majesty, can't Mr. Su do it?"
Chang Yuchun asked, looking at Zhu Yuanzhang who had been silent. He had a straightforward temper and said whatever he wanted.
Xu Da on the side immediately said: "Your Majesty, if it is inconvenient, then forget it."
Xu Da's ability to observe words and emotions is still much better than Chang Yuchun's.
It can be seen from the two men's leading styles that Xu Da is partial to conspiracy, while Chang Yuchun is partial to bravery.
"Nothing. What you said makes sense. If we can make some telescopes that can see farther, it will be of great benefit to the soldiers on the front line."
Zhu Yuanzhang replied: "I will handle this matter myself, Tiande Boren, you can rest assured."
Zhu Yuanzhang seemed to have thought of something, and answered quite simply and neatly.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Xu Da and Chang Yuchun immediately saluted Zhu Yuanzhang respectfully, their faces filled with excitement and joy.
Next year's Northern Expedition, with the help of this telescope, is bound to win!
"Since you are here, I will ask the imperial kitchen to send you some mooncakes to take away with you. This year's mooncakes are really good."
Zhu Yuanzhang said to the two of them again.
Because this year I am going to Su Jing’s place to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival. Since the two of them are here, it would be a good idea to send some mooncakes in advance.
"Your Majesty's gift, I thank you."
Chang Yuchun immediately said respectfully.
Zhu Yuanzhang personally promised the telescope, and now he has received the moon cake as a gift, which is a great thing.
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
After Xu Da thanked him, he said: "Your Majesty, you have given me the mooncakes now. Do you have any other arrangements for this year's Mid-Autumn Festival?"
Zhu Yuanzhang glanced at Xu Da and said: "Old man, you still understand me! Yes, I do have other plans this year."
"Huh? What are your Majesty's plans?"
Chang Yuchun asked immediately when he heard this.
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said: "Bo Ren, I can tell you about this, but you have to wait for my order when to spread it."
"Why don't we forget it and let's leave first."
When Xu Da heard this, he immediately pulled Chang Yuchun to leave.
Although this matter has not been said out yet, just listening to the prelude, Xu Da understood that it was better not to know.
Chang Yuchun, on the other hand, was dumbfounded and stood motionless, not forgetting to say to Xu Da:
"If you want to leave, leave. Your Majesty is just about to tell me."
Xu Da looked at the stubborn and arrogant Chang Yuchun and felt helpless, but Chang Yuchun didn't leave, and it wasn't appropriate for him to leave alone.
"Okay, then I'll listen too."
Xu Da looked at Zhu Yuanzhang and added: "I am all ears."
Zhu Yuanzhang looked at the performance of Xu Da and Chang Yuchun, and laughed heartily: "Hahahahaha, Tiande, don't worry, it's not a big deal. I plan to go to Su Jing's to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival this year."
Su Jing!
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival!
As soon as these words came out, not only Xu Da but also Chang Yuchun was extremely shocked.
What does it mean that the emperor went to his ministers’ homes to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival?
"Mr. Su's home?"
Xu Da once again looked at Zhu Yuanzhang to confirm with surprise, even forgetting to address him as "Your Majesty."
"That's right, Su Jing has taught the prince for many days, so it's natural for me to go and take a look."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded.
In fact, this is nonsense. What the emperor said is not taken for granted and has become taken for granted.
Chang Yuchun said from the side: "Your Majesty, can I also go together?"
Chang Yuchun has always remembered Su Jing's two life-saving graces.
Now that I finally saw the opportunity, I had to seize it.
Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Chang Yuchun and said, "Bo Ren, as I said just now, this matter must be kept secret for now. The time has not yet come. There will definitely be an opportunity for you to thank Su Jing in person in the future."
What he meant was that he couldn't take Chang Yuchun with him.
Come to think of it, this is the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Zhu Yuanzhang and his family went to Su Jing's house to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, so what was going on with Chang Yuchun?
He went there incognito, so it would be bad if Chang Yuchun, a fool like him, was exposed on the spot.
Chang Yuchun was obviously a little disappointed after hearing Zhu Yuanzhang's answer.
After all, he was a lifesaver, twice.
It's a pity that I can only express my gratitude for such a great favor later.
"I understand."
Chang Yuchun cupped his hands and said.
He must obey Lao Zhu's orders.
"Okay, take the mooncakes and go back. Remember, I didn't ask you to pass it on, so don't tell anyone."
Zhu Yuanzhang gave another instruction before letting the two of them leave.
Outside the Forbidden City, Xu Da looked at the slightly depressed Chang Yuchun and said, "Bo Ren, you have to keep a tight lid on your Majesty's visit to Mr. Su's house to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival."
In terms of political sensitivity, Xu Da is very capable.
"I know, I won't tell anyone."
Chang Yuchun nodded. Xu Da reminded him so seriously. He also knew that this matter could not be spread outside.
The two immediately separated and went home respectively with the mooncakes given by Zhu Yuanzhang.
On the carriage, Xu Da closed his eyes and meditated.
All he could think about was Zhu Yuanzhang going to Su Jing's house to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.
This matter itself is a very meaningful thing, and Zhu Yuanzhang asked them to keep it secret for the time being, which made it even more meaningful.
Xu Da is now a little confused about Zhu Yuanzhang's attitude towards Su Jing.
He knew that Su Jing had proposed the idea of officials and gentry receiving food from one body, so the matter became more and more complicated.
In Fengxian Hall, Lao Zhu sent Xu Da and Chang Yuchun away, and then took out his treasured telescope, which was the one made by Su Jing herself.
He carefully plated it in his hand and felt that it was not satisfactory, so he took it outside the palace and tried it in the distance.
"What a good thing!"
Zhu Yuanzhang praised.
In fact, he had already asked Zhu Biao if he could build a telescope like Su Jing.
But Zhu Biao's reply was that he couldn't do it yet.
In other words, only Su Jing can.
So, let Zhu Biao ask Su Jing for it?
But this actually means that he wants it, because when Zhu Biao asked for advice on how to make a telescope, he used the same reasons as his father wanted.
Zhu Yuanzhang did not want to be ridiculed by Su Jing's sharp words again.
Fortunately, I have a sure kill!
During the Mid-Autumn Festival, Lao Zhu asked Su Jing to agree to make a telescope.
Lishui County.
The first ray of sunshine in the morning shines directly down, making it look particularly warm in this autumn day.
"Master Su! Master Su!"
Zhu Biao shouted excitedly in the courtyard, his pace was extremely relaxed and happy.
The fallen leaves in the courtyard fell swishingly and danced in the air, as if they were as excited as Zhu Biao.
"What's wrong, Niu Yi?"
Su Jing had just woken up, looking sleepy, and asked Zhu Biao: "This is a letter from your family. Are you going to take your brothers home to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival?"
It's only a few days since the Mid-Autumn Festival, so it's normal to go back early.
Zhu Biao bowed slightly towards Su Jing and said, "I'm really sorry for disturbing Master Su's rest."
Su Jing waved her hand and said, "Okay, if you have something to say, please say yes."
Zhu Biao paused, suppressing his inner joy and said: "Master Su, I just received a letter from my father. They plan to come to Lishui County to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival this year, and they want to have a casual meal at Master Su's house."
This is why Zhu Biao is so excited.
He originally thought that this Mid-Autumn Festival was destined to be separated from Su Jing.
Unexpectedly, his father, Zhu Yuanzhang, planned to have the whole family come over, which was a huge surprise to him.
Until this moment, Zhu Biao felt like he was dreaming.
Su Jing is also a little confused here.
Zhu Yuanzhang actually wanted the whole family to come to his home to celebrate the festival. Isn't it a bit exaggerated?
My own small courtyard is really a bit too small for such a large number of people.
Moreover, although Su Jing did not know Zhu Biao's true identity, she also knew that he was a high-ranking official.
Not to mention the fact that there are so many people in my family, and my status is so noble, doing this kind of thing puts a huge amount of pressure on me.
"Brother, is it true?"
Zhu Xi, who was reading early on the side, also heard the news and asked extremely excitedly.
Zhu Biao nodded and said, "Yes, I just received a letter from my father. This year our whole family will come to Master Su's house to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival."
"Yeah! Yeah!"
Zhu Zhu cried out excitedly, as cheerfully as a nine-year-old child.
Well, actually he's a nine-year-old kid too.
Under this sudden stimulation, Su Jing also woke up.
He asked Zhu Biao, "Besides you two, how many other people from your family are coming?"
Su Jing cannot do anything like refuse.
Zhu Biao and Zhu Xi are so happy that there is no need to be the spoiler.
Although Lao Zhu's words are quite harsh, his personality is not bad.
Queen Ma's words were very gentle and kind, and Su Jing respected her very much.
Anyway, the original Mid-Autumn Festival was a lonely festival for me, so it would be nice to have some people here this year to make it lively.
Zhu Biao counted carefully and replied: "There are seven more people, but they may also bring some servants and guards."
The seven people are naturally Zhu Biao's parents, Zhu Yuanzhang and Queen Ma, as well as his five younger brothers who are still studying in Dabentang.
But when the Emperor's family travels, it cannot be just for themselves.
All aspects of security measures must be in place.
Even in Lishui County at this time, enough people have been arranged to protect Zhu Biao.
"okay, I get it."
Su Jing nodded slightly, then said to Zhu Biao and Zhu Ru: "You two, stop for a moment and go shopping with me on the street."
"Yes, Master Su."
"Okay, Master Su."
Zhu Biao and Zhu Xi immediately stopped what they were doing and ran directly to the street market with Su Jing.
After a whole morning of shopping, a large amount of flour fillings and molds were all delivered to Su Jing's courtyard.
"Master Su, do you want to make mooncakes yourself?"
Zhu Biao looked at the piles of raw materials and asked Su Jing.
Su Jing nodded and said, "That's right, the mooncakes made by yourself during the Mid-Autumn Festival are the most delicious."
Although Su Jing had a successful career in her previous life, she could buy as many mooncakes as she wanted.
But the most delicious mooncakes in his memory are always the handmade mooncakes made by his grandparents in the rural stoves.
It may not be as exquisite, and the variety of fillings may not be as rich, but the taste is definitely the best!
I thought that after coming to Ming Dynasty, I would never have the opportunity to make mooncakes again.
Unexpectedly, this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival will no longer be a Mid-Autumn Festival for one person.
"Okay, Master Su, the students will come and help you."
Zhu Biao nodded and rolled up his sleeves.
"I'll come too."
Zhu Xi followed Zhu Biao's example, looking like a little grown-up.
"Okay, then let's make mooncakes together."
Su Jing replied with a smile.
The three of them took the ingredients back to the kitchen and got busy.
Kneading noodles, boiling lard, and making fillings
Each step was completed accurately under Su Jing's command. The memory of her childhood was extremely clear. Su Jing blurted out the production method without even thinking.
Ordinary bean paste mooncakes, egg yolk mooncakes, snowskin mooncakes, and Su Jing’s favorite fresh meat mooncakes.
After two days of hard work, they were all displayed on the kitchen shelf.
The faces and bodies of Zhu Biao and Zhu Xi have been covered with white flour and glutinous rice flour for the past two days.
It was definitely tiring, but when they saw the results, both of them were extremely proud and excited.
Especially the fresh meat mooncakes made by Su Jing surprised them.
This is a mooncake that they have never eaten even in the palace. It has a unique taste and is quite delicious.
"Master Su, this moon cake will definitely surprise my father!"
Zhu Biao said to Su Jing, with a joyful smile on his face.
"Well, Master Su, I also think this fresh meat mooncake is the most delicious."
Zhu Ting agreed.
Su Jing was a little surprised when he looked at the two of them, because he knew that meat mooncakes had not yet appeared in the Ming Dynasty.
Even in the previous life, there were many people who were accustomed to eating sweet mooncakes. They respected fresh meat mooncakes as much as Houttuynia cordata and coriander, and they couldn't get used to eating them.
There are many such people among Su Jing's friends.
Su Jing would often tease them about their lack of taste, and they couldn't even appreciate the deliciousness of fresh meat mooncakes.
Unexpectedly, Zhu Biao and Zhu Xi, who had never eaten fresh meat mooncakes before, did not feel any discomfort when they ate them for the first time and fell in love with them immediately.
"Yes, you two are in good taste."
Su Jing laughed and said, very satisfied.
There is nothing more satisfying than having someone recognize your delicious food.
"Master Su, are we making too much? It's too much to eat, right?"
Zhu Biao looked at the moon cakes full of moon cakes and calculated that although his family had a lot, they still had a lot to share.
Su Jing shook her head and said: "Not much. I know your family has a big business, so I will give some to the servants when the time comes. We are celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival and they can't go home. At least let them taste the moon cakes."
Su Jing was unable to have a reunion Mid-Autumn Festival because objective conditions did not allow it.
But in the Ming Dynasty, there were still many people who had to continue working hard even during the Mid-Autumn Festival in order to make a living.
For example, the servant guards who came with Zhu Biao and his family this time will definitely not be able to go home for reunion.
Hearing this, Zhu Biao's eyes showed a little more respect, and he nodded and said:
"Master Su is really kind-hearted! The students should make more and try their best to let them all eat."
Su Jing smiled and said: "How can this be the heart of a Bodhisattva? It's just sowing good causes and getting good results. Be kind to your servants, and they will repay you in the future."
This kind of simple holiday concern is just an ordinary thing in Su Jing's opinion.
In my previous life, my company had holiday benefits.
But in Zhu Biao's view, it was unusual for Su Jing to do such a thing. These were mooncakes made by Su Jing herself!
"Yes, Master Su!"
Zhu Biao took action immediately and became busy again.
In addition to the joy of making mooncakes, there are a few other emotions.
Zhu Xi was a little confused, but he still followed what Zhu Biao did.
Su Jing smiled slightly, very satisfied.
He may not even know that these mooncakes he made will become "treasures" in the near future!
(End of chapter)
