Chapter 21
【Oh, this guy Li Shimin really comes to your door when troubles arise! They didn't send anyone to pick me up. I had to carry a heavy food box on my back and walk to the depths of the palace. I was almost exhausted. But, for Empress Changsun, this little hard work is nothing. 】
Although Li Qingge was muttering in her heart, she was still respectful on the surface. Her posture was light and her steps were steady. Even though she was carrying a heavy food box, she still maintained a calmness and elegance.
She quickly gave Li Shimin the courtesy of a monarch. Li Shimin, knowing her character, didn't take it seriously. Instead, he found her straightforward appearance quite interesting. He looked at Li Qingge with a smile, his eyes full of expectation.
"Cheng Aiqing, we can't wait, tell us about your specialty dishes!" Li Shimin's words were a bit eager.
"Yes!" Li Qingge also smiled. She picked up the food box and put it on the table, then served a plate of scrambled eggs with tomatoes. This was her favorite dish before time travel, so naturally she had to be the first to serve it.
As soon as the dishes were served, the aroma spread immediately. Queen Changsun’s eyes lit up, she nodded with a smile, and took a bite, with a look of satisfaction on her face.
“There is still fish-flavored shredded pork that is not served.” Seeing Queen Changsun so happy, Li Qingge felt happy, and she quickly brought out the fish-flavored shredded pork. This dish is bright red in color, the shredded meat is fresh and tender, and it is paired with the aroma of onions, ginger, and garlic, which will whet your appetite as soon as you smell it.
"Thank you for your hard work, General Cheng. This dish is really extraordinary." Empress Changsun smiled again. Her smile was gentle and elegant. Although she didn't see any big reaction on the surface, she was definitely surprised in her heart. . She took a bite of the fish-flavored shredded pork, and she couldn't help but admire the unique texture and taste.
How can these ordinary ingredients produce such an amazing taste? Only top chefs can do it. How did they know that Li Qingge's craftsmanship was at the level of a god of cooking in this era. Coupled with her heavenly palace spatula and unique cooking skills, she is simply even more powerful and unrivaled.
"I am the God of Cookery, why should I be humble?" Li Qingge was secretly proud.
However, Li Shimin suddenly frowned, put down his chopsticks and asked, "I have a question?"
"Your Majesty, please tell me." Li Qingge smiled faintly, and began to mutter in his heart again. She thought to herself: Humph, it would be nice to have something to eat, but why are you asking all these questions? I'm not a chef here to take a test, I just want to fill my stomach. I’m busy all day long, but I still have to find time to answer your questions? Ask and answer quickly, I still have many good dishes!
"This dish is called fish-flavored shredded pork, but where is the fish?" Li Shimin asked the doubt in his heart, with a bit of inquiry and curiosity in his eyes.
When Li Qingge heard this, he felt confused! The "fish" in the fish-flavored shredded pork is like the wife without the wife in the wife cake, which is an old myth in the food world. She thought to herself: I also want to know where the fish in the fish-flavored shredded pork went. As long as there is something to eat, why ask so many questions? If eating wife cakes could get me a wife, my netizens would already have wives and concubines. What does it mean to be more serious?
But she still kept her smile and replied: "Well, it's just a name. I don't know the specific reason. Maybe it's because this dish tastes as delicious as fish." Although her explanation was a bit far-fetched, It can barely make sense.
When Li Shimin heard this, his brows furrowed even more tightly. He felt that there was something in Li Qingge's words, and he couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed. Although the fish smells good, I can no longer lift the chopsticks. He began to doubt the authenticity of this dish and whether Li Qingge's cooking skills were really as magical as the legend said.
Suddenly thinking that what Li Qingge had said before was the highlight, Li Shimin hurriedly asked: "What other good dishes have you not served?" There was a bit of eagerness and expectation in his tone, obviously he wanted to see it Does Li Qingge have any more amazing dishes?
"Your Majesty, please wait for a moment. You will be here soon." Li Qingge smiled, his eyes full of anticipation. She turned towards the kitchen and brought out a plate of boiled carrots. This carrot looks ordinary, but when stir-fried with a Tiangong spatula and her unique cooking skills, the aroma is simply amazing! Li Qingge also added more than a dozen kinds of seasonings to it and mixed it just right, which is not something ordinary chefs can do.
“Carrot?” Empress Changsun looked surprised. She looked at this seemingly simple dish and was filled with doubts. Although carrots are common, they are usually only used as side dishes or soup ingredients, and few people cook them as main dishes.
Li Shimin was also puzzled. After he took a bite, his eyes widened instantly and he exclaimed: "Good!" The taste was complex yet refreshing, hitting the depths of his soul and satisfying all his food fantasies. He never imagined that a simple carrot could be cooked to such an amazing taste.
"Your Majesty?" Queen Changsun was also shocked. She looked at the carrots as if they were treasures. Her eyes shone with surprise, as if she was moved by this seemingly ordinary carrot.
Is there really a supreme delicacy hidden in this seemingly ordinary carrot? Empress Changsun was full of doubts and curiosity. She began to re-examine this seemingly simple dish, trying to discover more deliciousness and surprises in it. Li Shimin, on the other hand, had an expression of satisfaction and enjoyment. He seemed to be immersed in this delicious carrot and couldn't extricate himself.
Waste? That's a huge mistake!
It was late at night, but the pavilion of the palace was brightly lit, reflecting the expectant faces of Li Shimin and Queen Changsun. And Li Qingge, this woman who had been misunderstood by the world, was standing in front of them, with a gentle smile on her lips. Her eyes sparkled with confidence and wisdom, as if she had everything under control.
How could the two treasures I got today be a joke? Li Qingge thought to himself. Combining these two things, the taste is simply amazing, simply a gift from Tiangong’s cooking secrets and that magical shovel. She imagined the delicious food that was about to be presented, and an indescribable excitement surged in her heart.
You, as the emperor and queen, without me, Li Qingge, how could you taste such delicious food? Li Qingge was secretly proud, and the smile on his face became brighter and brighter. She didn't care about Li Shimin's joys and sorrows. As long as Queen Changsun was happy, she would be satisfied. This satisfaction is more real and profound than any praise.
She turned around and brought out a few more plates of cold dishes. Although she didn't use the shovel from the palace, every dish was her specialty. The cold dishes were laid out in plates, and the aroma was intertwined with the taste of carrots. The whole palace was filled with an alluring fragrance. The fragrance seemed to have magic power, causing the palace people to look up at the pavilion, their eyes widened, and they couldn't believe where the fragrance came from.
"This fragrance is too strong! Where does it come from?" A palace maid whispered.
"Is he the new royal chef? His skills are so good, I have never seen them before. Just the smell makes people drool." Another palace maid agreed.
"Those of us in the palace may also have the opportunity to taste this delicious food." A eunuch said expectantly.
However, how did they know that all these delicacies were made by Li Qingge. Besides Li Shimin and Empress Changsun, who else could have such good fortune? Li Qingge stood aside, watching the palace people talking incessantly, and couldn't help but feel a sense of pride in his heart. The corners of her mouth were slightly raised, and there was a cunning light in her eyes, as if to say: "You are really frogs in the well, you have never seen the world."
As for the imperial chefs, they were all stunned. You look at me, I look at you, I am so surprised that I am speechless. Listening to the fragrance, they all felt that their previous skills were in vain. The taste is incredible. It seems to be a collection of delicious food from all over the world. Every bite is a new surprise. It is not greasy and perfect. The shock in their hearts could not be described in words.
"What kind of dish is this?" an imperial chef murmured to himself.
“This delicious food is beyond imagination. It must not be made by mortals. Could it be that gods have descended to earth?” Another royal chef exclaimed.
"It must be a deity who came to help the eldest grandson regain her health. The chef specially invited by His Majesty did not let us interfere." An older imperial chef said thoughtfully.
"I really want to see what this god of cooking looks like. If I can have a taste of his craftsmanship, it would be worth dying." A young royal chef said with longing.
"Alas, I'm afraid we don't have this blessing. Your Majesty is the True Dragon Emperor, so you can enjoy such delicious food alone." A royal chef sighed.
Although they felt itchy, they did not dare to act rashly, for fear of disturbing the "god" and angering His Majesty. So they all knelt down and bowed to the source of the fragrance, with pious expressions on their faces. If they knew that they were actually worshiping Li Qingge, who was called "trash", their jaws would probably drop.
In the pavilion, Li Shimin and the eldest grandson showed surprise every time they tasted a dish. They looked at each other and smiled, the shock clearly written on their faces. Is this dish really available in the mortal world? Li Shimin has been on the battlefield for so many years and has never tasted any kind of food, but this is the first time he has encountered such a taste. What’s even more amazing is that these dishes are all made with common ingredients such as carrots and winter melon seeds.
"This... this is simply delicious!" Li Shimin exclaimed.
The eldest grandson also smiled and nodded: "Yes, it is a thousand times better than the delicacies praised by the literati."
Unconsciously, the two of them had eaten several bowls . Li Shimin even shouted with high spirits: "Bring the wine quickly! Rice wine!" Of course, good food must be paired with good wine. The little eunuch quickly brought the wine. The aroma of wine and food mixed together, and the taste was simply irresistible. Li Shimin ate so happily, with an expression of enjoyment on his face.
Li Qingge watched from the side, curled his lips, and secretly smiled in his heart: "These two people are quite cute when they have never seen the world. But having said that, there are so many delicious food in my world, they I'm afraid I won't be able to taste it all in this life." She felt a sense of pride and satisfaction in her heart, as if she had become the god of cooking in this world.
But then he thought: "No! Now that I have Tiangong's shovel and the method of collecting incense, what else can't I do?" Thinking of this, he felt happy and started to think about hot pot. Comes with various delicacies. She imagined those steaming hot pots, the fragrant barbecue, the rich pastries... Every dish made her yearn for it. She decided to have a good time after going back and use these magical kitchen utensils and techniques to cook a sumptuous dinner for herself and her family.
After a delicious meal, both Li Shimin and the eldest grandson were satisfied. Seeing them happy, Li Qingge also breathed a sigh of relief, with a motherly smile on his face, as if he was watching his children eat well. A warm current surged in her heart, as if she had become a member of this family.
However, he immediately felt that his metaphor was not appropriate, and he quickly twitched the corner of his mouth and laughed secretly at his gaffe. After all, Li Shimin and the eldest grandson are like dragons and phoenixes. How can he compare them casually? She shook her head, putting this inappropriate thought behind her, and continued to focus on the food and joyful atmosphere in front of her.
"Oh, my dear, your dishes are really to my liking. I am very happy. What would I like to reward you with..." Li Shimin sat on the dragon chair and looked at it with satisfaction. Li Qingge's heart was filled with admiration. He originally planned to continue to commend Li Qingge, but he was worried that the courtiers might gossip, so he was a little undecided. Now, with this delicious meal on the table, the reasons come naturally.
Li Qingge stood in the center of the hall, wearing an elegant dress, with long hair like a waterfall and a delicate face. She waved her hands and said humbly: "Your Majesty is too polite. This is what a minister should do." However, she was secretly cursing in her heart: [Reward? I'm afraid Your Majesty, your love for rewards has become a habit, and you only think about gold and silver treasures, right? ] But she didn't say that, she just kept a decent smile.
【I can no longer look down on those mundane things. If your Majesty really wants to reward me, just give me some treasures that fall from the sky. That would be so rare! ] Li Qingge thought so in his heart, but there was no expression on his face. There was a cunning light in her eyes, as if she had seen through the glitz of the world.
When Li Shimin heard what Li Qingge said, he became more determined to reward her. He thought to himself: [This Li Qingge is really a weirdo, gold, silver and jewelry can’t even get into her eyes. It seems that I have to give her some special reward. 】So, he tentatively asked: "Huh? You actually refused the reward? Then tell me, what reward do you want? Is it not something in the world? Could it be a treasure given by an immortal?"
"Your Majesty. You guessed it right, my abilities, including the ability to predict the future, were given by the immortals." Li Qingge said casually, but he didn't expect Li Shimin to take it seriously. She felt helpless, "Isn't His Majesty too easy to deceive?" 】
When Li Shimin heard this, his eyes widened and his face was full of surprise. But he soon realized that he had long felt that Li Qingge was extraordinary, knowledgeable about the past and present, and could predict the future of the Tang Dynasty. It turned out that the immortals were helping behind the scenes! He was so excited that he thought: "God bless the Tang Dynasty!" This Li Qingge not only helped us solve so many problems, but also saved the life of Queen Changsun. In the future, she will definitely help me fly to the sky. Maybe one day, I can even see that immortal with my own eyes! ]
Seeing the change in Li Shimin's expression, Li Qingge was also confused: [Why is he so excited all of a sudden? Is it because I refused the reward? No, he shouldn't be angry because of such a trivial matter, right? ] She blinked in confusion, trying to read more information from Li Shimin's expression.
Although he did not want to accept the reward, he did not want to embarrass Li Shimin. Li Qingge thought for a while and said, "Since your majesty is so insistent, I will accept it for the time being. But please allow me to go back and rest for a while, your majesty." Let's discuss the matter later." There was a hint of helplessness and compromise in her words.
When Li Shimin heard this, he immediately waved Li Qingge to leave. Although Li Qingge was a little confused, he had no choice but to respectfully excuse himself. She turned around and walked out of the hall, the moonlight shining on her body, coating her with a layer of silver. Her shadow stretched out, making her look particularly lonely.
On the way home, Li Qingge was carrying two food boxes with a smile on his face and feeling particularly comfortable. She enjoyed the tranquility of the night and the beautiful scenery under the moonlight, as if all her worries were forgotten. However, when she walked to an alley, she suddenly felt something was wrong. She looked back but found nothing. She shook her head and smiled self-deprecatingly: "I must have seen it wrong." Then she quickened her pace and returned to Cheng Mansion.
In the Cheng Mansion, the lights are brightly lit and the kitchen is filled with aroma. Li Qingge dove into the kitchen and started researching new dishes. Her techniques are skillful and precise, and every ingredient can be transformed into something magical in her hands. The neighbors were so attracted by the smell that they couldn't sleep. They complained one after another: "What kind of delicious food is the Cheng Mansion doing? It's so late and you can't let anyone sleep!" "That's right, this Li Qingge is really a waste. , It’s so troublesome at night!” However, they didn’t know that this so-called “trash” Li Qingge was changing the night of Chang’an City with her cooking skills.
At this time, in the dark night, two men in black were talking in a low voice. They were hidden in the shadows of the trees, their eyes shining with a cold light. "This man actually has no guards and can freely enter and exit the forbidden areas of the palace. As the rumors say, Li Shimin trusts him very much." "Yes, if we can control him, we can get close to Li Shimin and take his head." "But I heard that he He is the son of Cheng Yaojin and is known as General Cheng. He shouldn't be weak in skills." "Huh, Father Tiger also has a son. I checked and found out that this kid has no skills at all. He only knows how to eat, drink and play, and he doesn't know how to bow or horse." "In that case, he becomes ours. It’s all in the bag.” After the two of them finished speaking, they disappeared into the night.
There was a cold murderous intent and triumphant laughter in their words, as if they had regarded Li Qingge as theirs. However, they didn't know that this seemingly weak woman had unknown secrets and power. At this time, Li Qingge was immersed in the fun of studying new dishes, completely unaware that danger had quietly arrived...
The aroma of food and the miracle of farmland
That night, the aroma of food wafting from the kitchen was so strong that it could not be dissolved, like a substantial silk satin, flowing slowly in the air. Everyone was lying on the bed, tossing and turning, with the alluring aroma constantly echoing in their minds. The greed in their hearts had simply become the number one worry in the dark night, more unbearable than mosquitoes in summer.
In the kitchen, Li Qingge was wearing simple clothes, but her eyes were shining like stars. She was holding the magical Tiangong spatula tightly in her hand, with a spring-like smile on her face, and her body was trembling slightly, obviously very excited. Her laughter was hearty and contagious, and seemed to drive away all sorrow.
"Haha, I understand! This combination is simply unparalleled in the world, so delicious that it makes people drool!" Li Qingge said as he picked up a steamed bun and took a bite. This steamed bun looks inconspicuous on the outside, even a little rough, but as soon as you eat it, it seems to melt away. The aroma comes to your nostrils, swirls around in your mouth, and finally penetrates into every cell in your body, making your whole body feel comfortable. Awesome.
“That’s great!” Li Qingge praised repeatedly, almost jumping with excitement. Her eyes sparkled with joy, as if she had discovered a new world. This steamed bun looks simple, but there is a lot of knowledge hidden inside. Eighteen kinds of flavors are perfectly blended, just in line with the flavor of steamed buns, and it tastes more enjoyable than the Manchurian Banquet. Every bite seems to be dancing on the tip of the tongue, making people intoxicated.
What's even more amazing is that after eating, Li Qingge felt an indescribable power surge in his body. Although he didn't become a god, his fatigue was gone and he felt refreshed. She was surprised to find that her physical strength had been greatly replenished. Apparently, the food made by the palace spatula was not only delicious, but also contained the secret of replenishing her physical strength. "If this delicious food could be turned into military rations, wouldn't the Tang army be invincible?" Li Qingge thought in his mind. In fact, she is not really worried about national affairs, but wants to use this to trigger system rewards. After all, the thing in the system seems to be doing nothing on the surface, but behind the scenes it can do great things, and the rewards are generous. Thinking of this, a sly smile appeared on her lips.
"Hey, it won't be long before I have new items in my treasure library. I wonder what surprises the system will give me this time?" Li Qingge became more and more excited as he thought about it. Time has sped up. She rolled around on the bed excitedly, then realized it was dawn and quickly caught up on her sleep. After waking up and eating a few special steamed buns, I feel refreshed and exhausted.
So, she mounted her horse, took her equipment, and headed straight for the vast farmland. The sun shone on her body, as if she was covered with a golden shirt. There was a confident smile on her face, and the worries of the day before yesterday were long forgotten.
"How could the system put me in trouble? The solution must be hidden in those props." She thought with confidence. Her eyes shone with wisdom, as if she had seen the victory in the future.
When they arrived at the edge of the field, Li Qingge was all smiles. She looked around and saw vast fields with green grass, like a beautiful picture. Her heart was full of expectation and longing, as if she had already seen the scene of a good harvest.
“Since food can fuse various flavors, maybe we can also try farming.” Inspired by the fusion of delicious food last night, Li Qingge had a sudden idea and decided to use this trick on farmland. Her eyes sparkled with innovation, like a brave explorer ready to explore unknown territories.
She summoned Tiangong Lao Niu from the system storage. In fact, it was transformed into a flying dragon surrounded by black energy, and it was full of spirituality. I saw it was huge and its dragon scales were gleaming, like a real mythical beast. Farming is of course not a problem, but Li Qingge felt that it should have a greater use.
She raised the corner of her mouth, gently waved the Tiangong spatula in her hand, and Lao Niu appeared in front of her. As the black air surged, Lao Niu looked up to the sky and howled loudly. The sound shook the surrounding wind and clouds, and dark clouds gathered around him. Its eyes shone with excitement, as if it was looking forward to the next challenge.
"The dragon is bringing rain, and the storm is coming. Old man, I feel sorry for you to do the farm work first." Li Qingge smiled and comforted Lao Niu. Her voice was gentle but firm, as if it could bring endless strength to Lao Niu. The fear of the past has long since disappeared, replaced by infinite longing for the future.
She took out a bag of wheat seeds from the bag and tied it to the old cow. "Go ahead, do what I want, and I won't let your work go in vain." Her eyes shone with trust, as if she had seen the scene of old oxen plowing.
As soon as the old cow heard the instruction, he immediately took steps and went straight to the field. Its steps are steady and powerful, like a real cattle. As Li Qingge expected, Lao Niu was meticulous in his work. It used its dragon claws to draw ravines in the fields at an alarming speed. The ravine is of moderate depth and uniform width, as if measured with a ruler.
Then, the old cow rose into the air and scattered the seeds into the air. Its movements are light and graceful, like a real dancer. Then it opened its mouth wide and sucked, and all the seeds were swallowed into its stomach. Li Qingge stared at this scene nervously, his heart pounding. Her eyes shone with anticipation, as if she had already seen the seeds taking root and sprouting in the field.
"Success or failure depends on this one time!" At this extremely tense moment, the old cow suddenly opened his mouth, and the seeds spread all over the field like raindrops accurately. Every seed fell into the ravine, as if it had been carefully arranged.
Li Qingge was overjoyed when she saw this. She knew that this move was successful. Her eyes were shining with joy, as if she had seen the harvest. Her heart was filled with a sense of accomplishment and joy, as if she had already tasted the fruits of victory. She knows that all this is because she dares to innovate and try. And this courage and wisdom will also become a valuable asset for her in the future.
At this moment, a magical old cow from the Heavenly Palace suddenly arrived. It hovered over the thousand acres of fertile fields. Its huge body looked particularly solemn in the afterglow of the setting sun. Lao Niu's eyes sparkled with wisdom, as if containing endless mysterious power. It made bursts of thundering roars, and the sound contained a sense of majesty and power, which made people feel awe. The seeds sprayed out of the mouth fell as accurately as raindrops into the ravine left by the old cow's hooves. Each seed contained the vitality of life, as if it heralded the hope of a good harvest.
"That's enough!" The old cow roared again, and the wind suddenly rose, rolling up bursts of dust, as if nature was also applauding its power. In the blink of an eye, those ravines were filled up smoothly, as if they were being gently smoothed by an invisible big hand. Although this sowing speed only takes one-third of the time, the effect is far greater than before. Li Qingge was surprised and delighted. Her eyes shone with excitement, as if she had seen the harvest in the future.
"My idea is indeed right!" She said to herself, with a sense of confidence and determination in her tone. Her face looked particularly soft under the sunset, and there was a heroic spirit between her brows.
"This old Tiangong cow is capable of more than just plowing fields. Its magical uses are endless. I have to continue to discover them. In the future, it will definitely show more magical abilities." Li Qingge Her heart is filled with curiosity about the unknown and a desire to explore. She believes that this magical old cow will definitely bring her more surprises.
After saying that, Li Qingge smiled and waved, and the old cow turned into a loach like a magic trick, and she easily put it into the storage space in the system. Her movements were light and skillful, as if she had some kind of tacit understanding with the loach.
Next, it's Qiongyao Ganlin's turn. This rain is a good thing, it can moisturize the fields and promote a good harvest. It seems to be a gift from nature, and every drop contains the vitality of life. However, without the assistance of Tiangong soil, its effect would be greatly reduced. Tiangong soil is an extremely precious treasure. A little bit can cover thousands of acres of land. It contains the essence of heaven and earth, and seems to be the most perfect masterpiece of nature.
Now Li Qingge is about to test the power of this soil. She has to spread the soil quickly over the vast fields. She felt nervous and expectant at the same time, like a child who was about to reveal the answer to a mystery. She knew the importance of this experiment. Once successful, it would mean endless harvest and wealth. But what if it fails? She didn't dare to think too much, and just told herself firmly: This is how experiments are done. It's good to succeed, but there's nothing to be afraid of if it fails.
She took a deep breath, stabilized her emotions, and then opened the bottle of Qiongyao Ganlin. I saw a fresh breath rising into the sky, and instantly turned into a small cloud. The clouds are white and flawless, as if they are the purest masterpiece of nature.
“Oh! This momentum is really impressive!” Li Qingge exclaimed, her eyes shining with surprise. She seemed to see a whole new world unfolding before her eyes.
“The gas turns into clouds, and a drop of sweet rain can spread all over the fields. This Qiong Yao sweet rain is indeed something extraordinary!” She secretly admired in her heart. She knew how precious and magical this rain was, and that every drop contained endless vitality and hope.
Following the system's guidance, Li Qingge lightly touched Lin Ye. I saw a drop of crystal clear liquid condensed on her fingertips. Although this drop of liquid was small, it seemed to contain the power of rivers, lakes and seas, surging and powerful. It seems to be a small world, containing the power of growth of all things.
"I understand! This drop of rain is like a big river, containing all things. If you add the soil of Heavenly Palace..." A smile flashed in Li Qingge's eyes, and she felt that she had already succeeded halfway . Her heart is filled with curiosity and desire to explore the unknown, like a scientist who is about to uncover the mysteries of the universe.
So, she carefully put her fingertips close to the Tiangong soil. A miracle happened! The soil seemed to be attracted by an invisible force and blended into the rain liquid without any hindrance. However, the volume and color of the Lin Ye did not change at all, as if the soil had been packed into the vast space inside the Lin Ye. At this moment, Li Qingge seemed to see a brand new world unfolding before her eyes, a world full of miracles and possibilities.
“Get up!” Li Qingge shouted and ejected the liquid liquid with confidence. I saw the drop of rain shooting into the sky like an arrow from a string, instantly radiating light and turning into a dark cloud. This dark cloud happened to cover the entire thousand acres of farmland, without any wastage. It seems to be the patron saint of nature, bringing endless vitality and vitality to this land.
Immediately afterwards, thunder rumbled and rain poured down like a waterfall. There is also a fresh fragrance in the rain, which makes people feel relaxed and happy. It seems like a gift from nature, bringing endless moisture and nourishment to this land.
Li Qingge took a deep breath, feeling refreshed and thinking more clearly. She seemed to be infected by the fresh breath, and her whole body became energetic. She knew that at this moment, she had successfully taken the first step in the experiment. Next, it’s time to witness the miracle.
"These are extraordinary things! After the Tiangong soil is blended with the Qiongyao rain, I wonder if the effect will be as good?" She thought to herself, looking forward to but nervous at the same time. She knew the importance of this experiment. Once successful, it would mean endless harvest and wealth. But what if it fails? She didn't dare to think too much, and just told herself firmly: no matter what the outcome, she must face it bravely.
"We'll find out when the rain stops." Li Qingge became nervous again, fearing that the experiment would fail. She stared closely at the field covered by dark clouds, her heart filled with endless expectations and prayers. But at this moment, she suddenly saw a green shadow flashing in the distance. It was an emerald green color, as if the vitality and vitality of nature were waving to her.
“Is it a wheat seedling? It grew up so quickly!” Li Qingge shouted in surprise. She quickly ran to the edge of the field and saw the wheat seedlings springing up from the ground like bamboo shoots after a rain. The field was green and full of life. They seemed to be the masterpieces of nature, providing the best proof for her experiments.
"It's successful! It's really successful!" Li Qingge shouted excitedly. Tears shone in her eyes, tears of joy and excitement. She knew that at this moment, she had successfully changed her destiny and became a strong woman with endless wealth and wisdom.
"How could my resourcefulness fail? With these thousand acres of fertile land, the magical Tiangong soil, Qiong Yao and sweet rain, I no longer have to worry about food problems. Even if there is a drought, I can quietly donate food for disaster relief at the same time You can also get system rewards to attract more exotic treasures," she thought to herself, with a happy smile on her face. She knew that at this moment, she had become the richest person in the world and had everything that others could only dream of. And all of this stems from her wisdom and courage, as well as her endless curiosity and exploration of the unknown world.
The Fragrance of Wheat, the Strange Cow and the Palace
"I guess it's true, the wheat will be harvested within three days. What will we do then?" Li Qingge thought in his mind, His brows wrinkled slightly unconsciously. The sun shines through the sparse clouds and shines on her face, adding a bit of heroism to her. But soon, her eyes lit up and she looked at the magical Tiangong old cow in the system again, with a loving smile on her face, as if she was looking at her own relative.
"Hey, I almost forgot, this Tiangong old cow is not only a good sower, but also unrivaled in harvesting. It is much better than those multi-functional harvesters in the world. I am really getting more and more I like it even more." She whispered to herself, her eyes shining with anticipation.
She already knew the harvest plan, and now she no longer had any worries. So she happily mounted her horse, waved her whip, and arrived at the Cheng Mansion not long after. The gate of Cheng Mansion stands tall and majestic, and the copper ring on the door shines in the sun.
In his free time, Li Qingge started thinking about the recipe again. With the Tiangong spatula and the magic method of collecting aroma, her cooking pleasure has greatly increased. She stood in the kitchen, wearing simple clothes, but her eyes were shining like stars. She held the magical Tiangong spatula tightly in her hand, with a spring-like smile on her face. Not long after, the alluring fragrance wafted out of Cheng's mansion again. This fragrance seemed to have grown legs and could be smelled wherever it went.
It was daytime, and Chang'an Street was bustling with people coming and going. The sudden appearance of the aroma made everyone stunned. They looked curiously in the direction of Cheng Mansion and started talking.
"Where does this scent come from? It smells so good, it doesn't smell like something that can be found in the human world. Is there some peerless chef hiding here?" A lady wearing gorgeous clothes asked curiously.
"Could it be a newly opened restaurant?" A vendor wearing coarse cloth guessed.
Passers-by thought it was some newly opened restaurant that smelled so fragrant, thinking that there must be famous chefs from all over the world gathered inside, gathering the essence of Tang Dynasty’s cooking skills. So, everyone followed the scent and found it. As soon as they arrived at the door of Cheng Mansion, they were all stunned.
"Is this the Cheng Mansion? Is the fragrance coming from here?" an old man in a robe asked in surprise.
"It's strange! After the Cheng family is a famous general, it's not easy to hire a famous chef? It's really enviable." A young man in brocade clothes said enviously.
But there are also some people who are dissatisfied with this: "Humph, he didn't have much ability at first, he only knew how to eat, drink and have fun, and now he is obsessed with cooking. It is really a shame for our Tang Dynasty."
"It's unreasonable that this guy can still gain the emperor's favor." A middle-aged man in gray clothes said angrily.
"I heard that there is a flood in the south of the Yangtze River and the people are hungry, but here they are eating and drinking. It's really unfair!" A businessman from the south of the Yangtze River said sadly, with a twinkle in his eye Tears.
Everyone shook their heads as they talked, looking angry. Especially the guests from Jiangnan were so sad that they almost cried. They all told about the disaster in Jiangnan and the suffering of the people, and their voices were full of grief, anger and helplessness.
"The Emperor of the Tang Dynasty, didn't he always love his people as his own children? Why has he become like this now?" A scholar in white clothes came over and asked the person in front of him with a frown. His eyes shone with justice, as if he wanted to bring justice to the people.
"Of course it's true. I saw it with my own eyes. The scene was so tragic." A businessman from the south of the Yangtze River said with certainty, with a cry in his voice, obviously deeply saddened by the disaster there. .
The scholar was even more surprised when he heard this. He thought to himself: "Why is there no news in Chang'an for such a big thing? Does no one really care about the people in Jiangnan?" He then asked: "Then why is no one reporting the Jiangnan incident? There must be something wrong with it. There's a problem." His voice was full of doubts and dissatisfaction.
"It's not because of the assessment. The local officials are afraid that the emperor will blame them, so they don't report it. Anyone who dares to mention this matter will be arrested. The common people have no place to talk about their sufferings." A man in gray The old man in clothes sighed, his voice full of helplessness and grief.
When the scholar heard this, he was very angry: "The Tang Dynasty was so prosperous, but such dirty things still happened!" His voice was full of anger and dissatisfaction, as if he wanted to seek justice for the people.
The people next to him quickly grabbed him: "Keep your voice down! This is Chang'an. There are eyes and ears everywhere. Don't get yourself into trouble." They all warned the scholar not to be impulsive, so as not to cause unnecessary trouble. .
The scholar was so frightened that his face changed and he quickly followed the others. Those businessmen from the south of the Yangtze River were also scared and hurriedly left as if they were hiding from snakes. They didn't dare to stay for a moment longer for fear of being implicated in this turmoil.
Li Shimin was mixed in the crowd, and a cold light flashed in his eyes after hearing this. The fire in his heart was about to burn: "There are such audacious people in my world! Deliberately concealing the disaster is a crime worthy of death!" He clenched his fists, veins popped out, and he was obviously worried about this matter. Extreme anger and dissatisfaction.
It turns out that Li Shimin came here to discuss brewing with Li Qingge. Wei Zheng had obtained the secret recipe for brewing wine before, but the water quality had been poor and he couldn't figure out the reason. In fact, this was all Li Qingge's deliberate attempt to avoid being too public.
The veteran minister next to him frowned when he heard Li Shimin's words and whispered, "Your Majesty, you need to investigate this matter carefully and don't believe others' words easily." His voice was full of caution and stability, and he obviously had reservations about this matter.
After listening to the old minister’s words, Li Shimin took a deep breath and tried to calm down his emotions. He knew that this matter could not be acted upon lightly and he had to investigate thoroughly before making a decision. If things were really as they said, none of the officials involved would be able to escape! He will definitely punish him severely and set an example to others!
(End of this chapter)