Because it was a period of great mourning, even Hao Chujun did not dare to laugh for a long time. Once the official position reaches their level, whether the position is stable or not depends solely on the emperor's likes and dislikes. Ordinary impeachment has no effect on them.
Li Xian knew this very well, and at the same time, he also saw that Hao Chujun was very proud of the prince's initiative to study. It is said that scholars should be humble, but that is a moral character, not a rule.
He cupped his hands, but this time Li Xian did not bend down: "Knowledge is priceless. Since I have questions and want to ask you for advice, I naturally have to perform the disciple ceremony. Hao Zengshan should not shirk it. Besides, the state affairs are busy, and you have been working all day, so it is right When I am tired, I go to ask for advice. I am already a nuisance, so how can I dare to be so unruly as a pig and let you come to my door?"
"Wei Chen is a foreign minister, but he is just a county official. Your Highness is the prince. As for Li, it should be Wei Chen who comes to visit."
I hate communicating with ancient people, especially scholars. Things that could be finalized immediately after the two of them discussed it, had to go around and talk so much.
No, if I don't use my ultimate move at this time, who knows if this old guy will quote the classics again?
How long will this conversation end?
"The Lord of Heaven and Earth is the greatest teacher. I am just a small vassal king. If my father has questions, you will naturally come to the door to answer questions. If the little king has questions, you should treat them with the courtesy of a teacher. How can I order you to come? You are like this Aren’t you trapping the little king into injustice?”
After listening to Li Xian's words, Hao Chujun wanted to speak directly and tell him that there were currently many people in the court who supported him as the prince. Moreover, judging from the emperor's performance, it would not take too long for him, the vassal king, to change. Become a prince.
But....
The more powerful you are, the more you understand the capriciousness of power fields.
The imperial edict has not been announced to the world, so it cannot be concluded.
After a pause, Hao Chujun still chose to conceal it, and said with cupped hands: "In this case, I have no choice but to sweep the couch and wait."
The pushing and pushing conversation was finally over, and Li Xian breathed a sigh of relief.
At this stage, it is very important to leave a good impression on Hao Chujun.
You know, although Wu Zetian and the emperor are now known as the "Two Saints", there are still many people in the court who do not like her. And Hao Chujun is the most prominent among the anti-military forces.
There is no doubt that as the prince of Li Tang, Li Xian is more likely to win the favor of ministers than Wu Zetian. With the support of these people and being careful, you can save a lot of trouble during your time as the prince.
Although the corners of his mouth did not turn up, Hao Chujun's eyes were narrowed to the point of closing.
Prince Li Hong is benevolent, so how can King Yong Li Xian not be benevolent?
Moreover, compared with the late prince, King Yong was obviously more interested in learning.
Now that the emperor promotes military nobles, he sees that civil servants will soon be matched or even surpassed. Perhaps King Yong is an opportunity.
I don't seek to be above the military generals, as long as the civil servants are not forced too hard.
Thinking of this, Hao Chujun sang loudly in his heart. The King Yong in front of him was so pleasing to his eyes.
Being stared at like this by a little old man with narrowed eyes is a human being who can't stand it.
Li Xian quickly raised his hands and said, "I was paying homage to my brother just now. Now in order to welcome Hao Zengshan, it is very inappropriate to pretend to be someone else. Please forgive me for not being able to entertain him any longer."
Only then did Hao Chujun look away, cupped his hands and said, "It's the humble minister Meng Lang. Your Highness's sincerity and respect for your brother are really admirable. In this case, I will not disturb you anymore. Your Highness, please come back."
Li Xian nodded, returned the salute, turned back to the brazier, and continued to burn paper.
Hao Chujun looked at it for a while, then turned and left.
It wasn't until Hao Chujun left that Li Xiancai once again handed over the task of burning paper to the eunuch.
If you don't use this trick, it won't work. If you keep chatting with the old guy, it will be true.
As soon as the prince left, King Yong was busy recruiting ministers. What was he doing?
Moreover, after running around all day, I didn't even eat lunch. Now that night has fallen, I have to eat something.
Returning to the back house and entering the master bedroom, Li Xian was speechless for a while looking at the pile of furs beside the bed.
Since Gaochang was captured during the reign of Emperor Taizong, cotton was introduced to the Tang Dynasty.
However, has no one studied this thing and how it should be used?
Bear skin is indeed a good thing, but it is almost useless as a bedding. How can there be a slippery quilt that can occasionally bite people?
There are also pillows. The material is good, but the jade pillow is very useful for hitting people. Can it be used as a pillow? It's worse than the torn pillow made of linen at the inn last night.
It stands to reason that buckwheat should have been introduced into the Tang Dynasty along with the exchanges between the Central Plains and the grasslands. No one would have thought of stuffing pillows with buckwheat husks?
Li Yun came over and saw the prince staring at the bed without saying a word. He couldn't help but ask: "Why is your highness staring at the bed without saying a word? But do you miss the princess? If you really feel uncomfortable, I will pick two pretty palace ladies and drink them." Bizi Tang, are you waiting for me?"
Hearing Li Yun's words, Li Xian said speechlessly: "The emperor just left, and the national funeral etiquette was used again. How can I indulge in women's sex? I am looking at bedding and jade pillows. You go to the West Market... Forget it, Tell someone to bring me an extra fur."
Li Yun nodded and took note, and then said: "Your Highness, it's time to eat. The palace has distributed tributes from the prince. As a favor, why don't you eat them tonight?"
"A tribute."
Li Xian knew this rule. Even the biscuits placed for the deceased in later generations should also be distributed to others. The more delicious they are, the more they should be distributed to those close to them. As for people who are not relatives, there are still people who take the initiative.
It is said that doing so is beneficial to living people. I don’t know where this statement originated. I didn’t expect that the Tang Dynasty also had this custom.
"Then bring it."
After giving the order, Li Xian sat behind the desk.
I can't stand sitting on my knees, this sitting position is clearly damaging to my knees. Many high-ranking officials in the Tang Dynasty had poor conduct in their later years, perhaps because of this sitting method.
Soon, it had turned into warm food and was delivered to the table by the palace maid. As for the way His Majesty King Yong sat cross-legged like a commoner, they could only turn a blind eye.
When the food was served, Li Xian became even more worried.
Millet, this is nothing, it is a good thing to nourish the stomach.
But the sheep's head on the plate smells so fishy, what the hell is it? I have seen people who like to eat pig head meat, I have seen people who like to eat cow heads, but I have heard of people who like to eat sheep heads, but I have never seen them.
As for the chicken in the other basin, it was even more pitiful.
Just looking at the color, not much seasoning, I took a sip of chicken soup with a spoon and almost spit it out.
Only the taste of chicken fat!
Li Xian then remembered that the cooking culture only emerged in the Song Dynasty. In the Tang Dynasty, it was steaming and boiling. An Lushan received the steamed pear dish as a reward, so it is not difficult to imagine what other dishes would be like.
Seeing Li Yun waiting for orders at the door, Li Xian waved, pointed to the sheep head and asked, "Is this a dish?"
Li Yun bowed and said: "Your Highness, this is a sacrifice, and mutton is one of the sacrifices. We in the Tang Dynasty prohibit the private slaughter of farm cattle. The cattle that can be used for sacrifice are all cattle that have died of illness. As a rule, beef is not allowed Distribute it to avoid making people sick.
And pig meat is cheap meat, which is inconsistent with your status. Those who can get the mutton are all important officials of the imperial court, and you get the sheep's head. This is a great grace. If His Majesty hadn't gone into seclusion to pray for blessings, you would have to give me a small gift to express your gratitude. "
Do you still want to thank me for being given a sheep's head?
Looking at the lamb head on the plate, Li Xian wanted to exchange it for a lamb leg.
