The Mid-Autumn Festival has finally arrived.
The entire Ming Dynasty is filled with an atmosphere of reunion. This is a festival unique to the Chinese people.
Outside Lishui County, several carriages were slowly driving towards this side. It seemed that there were only a few attendants and guards outside, but in fact all potential threats in the surrounding area had been eliminated.
Just because the people sitting on the carriage were the Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang of the Ming Dynasty and his family.
If something happens to this, it will be a big problem.
Fortunately, Lishui County is not far from Yingtian Mansion and is considered the hinterland. There are no foreign threats that can threaten this place.
Not to mention bandits and bandits, those with brains will not be here, and those without brains will have lost their heads long ago.
Sitting in the front carriage were Zhu Yuanzhang and Queen Ma.
Zhu Yuanzhang closed his eyes and rested, seeming to be thinking about something.
Queen Ma remained silent, occasionally opening the window to see where she was.
She knew that this Mid-Autumn Festival was actually a rare rest time for Zhu Yuanzhang.
On weekdays, Zhu Yuanzhang is really zero and seven, not too much at all.
Although he was strict with officials, Zhu Yuanzhang was unparalleled in terms of the king of records.
In the carriage behind were several princes and some Mid-Autumn Festival gifts for Su Jing.
Even though this is a holiday incognito, no matter what, Zhu Yuanzhang represents the Tian family.
Theoretically, any people within the Ming Dynasty were his subjects.
It is definitely impossible to go to the minister's house to celebrate the festival empty-handed.
"Second brother, where are we going?"
The sixth child, Zhu Zhen, asked the second child, Zhu Zhen, in the carriage.
Zhu Xi shook his head and said: "I don't know, it's not very far anyway, we didn't walk long."
Zhu Fan, the third child, said: "Judging from the direction and time, it should be near Liyang County, Lishui."
Zhu Fan also studied the map of the Ming Dynasty.
"It's Lishui County. If you go to Liyang County, you should turn at the next intersection."
The fourth child, Zhu Di, suddenly spoke.
"Fourth brother, you are so awesome!"
Zhu Zhen said to Zhu Di, his eyes full of admiration.
"Fourth brother, it's okay. Do you know all this?"
Zhu Xi was a little surprised and said that he really didn't expect Zhu Di to know this.
You must know that as underage princes, they actually spent most of their time in the Forbidden City.
Even though Lishui County is very close to the capital, they have no chance to come over.
Zhu Fan, the third child, smiled and said: "Fourth brother can often study maps on weekdays, and he is good at marching. It is not surprising to know this."
Although Zhu Di doesn't want to study all day long, it doesn't mean that he is stupid.
It's just that my brain is not used for reading.
"Third brother, are we going to Lishui County to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival?"
The seventh child, Zhu Shu, asked Zhu Fan.
Zhu Fan nodded and said: "If what the fourth brother said is right, that's probably it."
Zhu Qiang raised the curtains again and looked outside, wondering: "Why did my father take us to Lishui County to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival? I really don't understand?"
Although going out is exciting, Lishui County sounds like a small place with nothing interesting to do.
It was not a place like this that Zhu Xi wanted to go to.
Zhu Fan looked at Zhu Fang and smiled and said, "Second brother, Lishui County may not be interesting, but the place we go to must be very interesting."
"Huh? Third brother, what do you mean?"
Zhu Xi said with some doubts.
Zhu Fan said: "Second brother, haven't you noticed that the eldest brother and the fifth brother have not returned to the palace at all? What does this mean?"
Zhu Biao and Zhu Ru have not appeared yet.
Zhu Xi frowned and didn't react for a while.
Zhu Di's expression changed. He looked at Zhu Fan and said, "Third brother, you mean that the eldest brother and the fifth brother are in Lishui County?"
Zhu Fan nodded and said: "That's right, otherwise there is no way to explain why they haven't shown up now."
"No, third brother, fourth brother, what do you mean by this? Can you explain it more clearly?"
Zhu Xi looked at Zhu Fan with a smile on his face and Zhu Di with a shocked face, and became more and more confused.
At this time, the sixth brother Zhu Zhen said timidly: "Second brother, third brother and fourth brother mean that we are going to Mr. Su's place."
Mr. Su!
After hearing this, Zhu Xi finally reacted.
It can only be said that his brain is indeed single-threaded.
"Is it true? Mr. Su is in Lishui County?"
Zhu Xi asked Zhu Fan and Zhu Di with a surprised look on his face.
Zhu Fan replied: "It shouldn't be wrong. We can all see Mr. Su this time."
"Mr. Su."
Zhu Di muttered to himself and clenched his fists involuntarily.
When Zhu Xi received a positive reply, he immediately showed an excited look on his face: "I didn't expect that Mr. Su is actually in Lishui County. It's really surprising. My father's secrets are really deep!"
Zhu Fan said with a smile: "As the saying goes, the most dangerous place is the safest place. My father's revelation really surprised everyone."
"It's no wonder that the emperor specially emphasized that we are going out incognito and cannot reveal the identity of the prince. I think Mr. Su doesn't know the identity of the eldest brother and the fifth brother."
Zhu Fan's mind was still active and he figured out many things in an instant.
"How can this be?"
Zhu Xi was surprised and said: "Third brother, do you think this Mr. Su has been teaching my eldest brother for several months, and he doesn't even know that he is a prince?"
Obviously, Zhu Xi didn't quite believe it.
Zhu Fan glanced at his second brother, thought for a while and said: "Second brother, you will understand this matter when it comes, but before that, third brother still has to remind you that our current prince's identity cannot be revealed. "
"Second brother, your name is Ushi Taki, my name is Ushi Tsuna, the fourth brother is Ushi Li, the sixth brother is Ushi Masaru, and the seventh brother is Ushi Bo."
Although Zhu Xi is the second eldest child, it is obviously the third eldest child Zhu Fan who is more reliable.
"I know, don't worry, third brother, I still know this."
Zhu Xi nodded and said, but this casual look was really hard to reassure.
Zhu Di was silent, so there should be no big problem.
"I know, third brother."
"Okay, third brother."
Although Zhu Zhen and Zhu Su are young, they are still very well-behaved and have few problems.
"Actually, it's better not to reveal your identity. Everyone can have fun, otherwise it would be meaningless to be respectful."
Zhu Fan said with a smile, livening up the atmosphere.
Then, Su Jing began to be discussed in the carriage. Their curiosity about this mysterious Mr. Su had already been heightened to an infinite level.
Moving forward, Zhu Yuanzhang and his family soon arrived in Lishui County.
Arriving in Lishui County, the speed of the carriage also slowed down. There were still many people on the streets in broad daylight.
The most important thing about the Mid-Autumn Festival is to admire the moon at night.
"Master, the young masters want to buy something, please ask me if you can do it."
The voice of a servant outside came from the curtain of Zhu Yuanzhang's carriage.
Although Zhu Xiang didn't have high expectations for Lishui County, after he actually arrived, he realized that Lishui County was as prosperous as Yingtian Mansion.
Various small vendors are selling along the street, which is very lively.
Children, they always like such scenes very much.
"Everyone just wants to have fun."
Zhu Yuanzhang frowned slightly, not very happy.
But Queen Ma on the side said: "Finally come out and let them have fun. The carriage moves slowly anyway, so it won't waste time."
Queen Ma spoke, and the effect was outstanding.
"That's right."
Zhu Yuanzhang said calmly.
"yes."
The servant outside immediately spread the news to the carriage behind.
Then, the five princes got off the carriage, each with the standard of two guards beside them, and walked into the bustling street.
"Let's go down and have a look too."
Queen Ma said to Zhu Yuanzhang.
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said: "That's okay, just to see how the people spend their Mid-Autumn Festival."
The two immediately got out of the carriage and wandered on the street.
"I want to eat this!"
Zhu Zhen, the sixth child, couldn't walk immediately when he saw the candied haws.
Zhu Xi waved his hand and said: "Buy!"
Zhu Fan came to a bookstore and looked through the books casually.
"Sir, I have all kinds of books here. What do you want to read?"
The boss greeted me warmly.
Zhu Fan glanced at it, but there was no book that attracted him.
The books in Dabentang are so comprehensive that it is difficult to compare them outside.
But Zhu Fan still bought a few story books. Although they looked like they were not classics, they were good to pass the time.
Zhu Di came to the toy stall and was very interested in the wooden swords and carriages.
In the palace, except for the guards who are allowed to carry swords, others are prohibited from touching weapons.
Even when teaching military and political science, it was mostly theory-based.
Zhu Di is not very old, so he can't get real swords and the like.
When I saw these wooden swords and wooden knives, I was so happy that I bought a few of them.
Zhu Yuanzhang and Empress Ma were strolling around, but their eyes still fell on his sons.
The dragon gives birth to nine sons, each of whom is different.
Each of his sons has his own preferences.
"Master, I have been to Lishui County several times. Every time I come here, I feel that it is a good place. There are many people and it is lively."
Queen Ma said to Zhu Yuanzhang.
She also knew that Su Jing had contributed to the development of Lishui County.
I mentioned this naturally to praise Su Jing.
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said: "Yes, the people here are more lively, and they are no less generous than those in the capital."
Zhu Yuanzhang came more often than Queen Ma, and his feelings were deeper.
"Mr. Su is really capable. If I give Mr. Su some more time, I can think of the future Ming Dynasty, and every place can become like this one."
Queen Ma said to Zhu Yuanzhang.
The combination of Zhu Biao and Su Jing perfectly complemented each other in Queen Ma's case.
Zhu Yuanzhang glanced over and said calmly: "I hope so. To complete this matter, we still have to rely on the standard."
Lao Zhu knew the situation in Ming Dynasty very well.
He was confident in himself, but after all, the Ming Dynasty had just been established, the beginning of a dynasty.
What he wanted to do was to stabilize the Ming Dynasty's rule and eliminate internal and external troubles first.
When Zhu Biao ascends the throne, he can focus on other aspects.
Of course, Zhu Biao also needs a capable person under his command.
At present, it seems that only Su Jing is the most suitable.
"With Mr. Su's help, Biao'er will definitely be able to do it."
Queen Ma said seriously.
In terms of trusting Su Jing, Queen Ma can be said to be quite good.
The two chatted casually again, and the carriage moved slowly.
at this time.
In Su Jing's small courtyard.
Zhu Biao and Zhu Ru have prepared everything that needs to be prepared and bought all the fresh ingredients.
During this Mid-Autumn Festival, of course you can’t eat out.
In the kitchen.
Su Jing and the other three were busy. Although Su Jing could directly ask the chef from Jinling Hotel to come over, he had no such idea.
Doing it yourself will give you a more past-life feeling.
This kind of busy fireworks is the same feeling no matter it is in the past life or this life.
Of course, the kitchen is not on fire now, and all the three of them are doing is preprocessing the ingredients.
Cutting and preparing work such as picking vegetables, cleaning and peeling.
Su Jing had actually prepared some meat dishes before, and just put them on the steamer before dinner.
Although Zhu Biao and Zhu Xi are both wealthy princes, they are not spoiled at all and they help Su Jing very skillfully.
"Master Su, I'm almost done here."
Zhu Ru washed all the dishes and put them in clean bamboo baskets.
"Master Su, I'm fine here too."
On Zhu Biao's side, all the ingredients that need to be peeled are ready.
"Okay, then you guys can take a rest. I'm done cutting here."
Su Jing raised and lowered her knife, and the kitchen knife kept flying back and forth on the chopping board, with a good sense of rhythm.
This knife skill may not be as good as that of a hotel chef, but among ordinary people, it is already quite good.
"Yes, Master Su."
Zhu Biao and Zhu Ru left the kitchen.
Of course, they had no intention of taking a rest. Zhu Yuanzhang and Empress Ma were coming, so they had to prepare the tea that should be prepared in advance.
At this time, Zhu Biao and Zhu Xi seemed to regard themselves as the masters of this place.
And my parents are guests.
Outside the courtyard.
Zhu Yuanzhang and his party finally arrived at the gate.
"Is this Mr. Su's home? It doesn't look very big."
Zhu Xi stood outside, looking inside from the door.
I was quite surprised to see Su Jing's other courtyard in front of me.
Because Su Jing's reputation was very popular, he thought that a capable person like Su Jing would live in a large place.
But I didn't expect that when I actually came here, it was only as big as my eyes, and I could almost see the whole thing at a glance.
"Second brother, if the mountains are not high, there will be immortals, and if the water is not deep, there will be dragons. Even though this yard is small, it still depends on who lives there."
Zhu Fan said to Zhu Xi, and he didn't look surprised at all.
"Yes, Third Brother, you said it well."
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he nodded in praise.
Empress Ma also said to Zhu Xi: "Second brother, when you see Mr. Su later, you should be more respectful."
Because Zhu Fan guessed the destination and the person he wanted to meet in the carriage, there was no need for Zhu Yuanzhang to notify him.
"I understand, Mother."
Zhu Xi nodded, he did not dare to be dissatisfied at all.
"Okay, let's go in."
Zhu Yuanzhang didn't intend to knock on the door and walked directly in.
As soon as he entered, the scene in front of him made Zhu Yuanzhang a little annoyed.
Zhu Biao and Zhu Zhu were just like two servants, preparing tea.
But Su Jing was completely missing!
This is treating his two sons as servants!
(End of chapter)
