On the deck, a semi-circular pot was set up on a simple wooden frame, but this pot was used as a stove, containing some charcoal fire.

On top of the iron pot, a simple grill was set up with two curved channel irons...

The spices were carried by Iron Head, and the iron pliers were hidden in the pillars. It is not known what purpose they were used for.

As for the meat, it was not on the ship. It was purchased from the dock before the ship sailed.

In addition to buying a sheep, there are also some fresh fish...

On the grill, a dozen skewers of grilled meat were spread out, with a prepared river fish at the end.

The meat skewers made a sizzling sound, and the grease dripped onto the charcoal fire, causing a flame to explode.

Cumin, pepper and other spices are combined with the meaty aroma of mutton and wild fish in the river. Along with the evening breeze on the river, it drifts far away...

Jia Qiang, Li Jing and Xiang Ling sat around the stove, warming themselves and roasting, chatting and laughing.

Fortunately for Jia Qiang and Li Jing, they had eaten it countless times and were immune to the alluring aroma.

But this was the first time Xiangling smelled it, and she felt that the saliva in her mouth was coming in waves, and she couldn't swallow it all no matter how hard she swallowed.

How can it be so fragrant?

Looking at the barbecue on the oven, Xiangling's eyes were shining, and her pretty face had a pious expression!

Seeing her child-like appearance, Jia Qiang and Li Jing looked at each other and smiled.

After a stick of incense, Jia Qiang stopped what she was doing, picked up a skewer, bit off a piece and chewed it gently, filling her mouth with spicy and thick gravy. Then she handed the rest to Li Jing beside her and took another one.

skewers and handed it to Xiang Ling, who was facing the other side and almost stretched his face through the oven.

Xiang Ling smiled happily. She imitated Jia Qiang's movements, took a bite, pulled, and took a breath of cold air...

Damn, it’s so hot! So spicy!

Seeing her wry face and almost crying, Jia Qiang laughed loudly, took back the skewer in her hand, picked one with a little chili on it and gave it to her, saying: "Eat this

Okay, this one is more fragrant and not spicy."

Li Jing took a thick bowl from the side, put it to Xiang Ling's mouth, and said, "Spit it out. You can't handle spicy food. If you eat it, you'll get a stomachache."

Hearing this, Xiangling spit it out honestly. After taking the non-spicy string from Jia Qiang and taking a bite, she smiled again.

Jia Qiang also took a bite, picked up a small jar from beside her, opened the stopper, touched it with Li Jing, and took a sip of wine...

In the guest room on the second floor, the three masters and servants of Daiyu saw this scene and invariably heard the sound of each other swallowing saliva.

Zijuan's eyes lit up, Daiyu had not eaten for a day, and now she actually knew she was hungry... No, she actually knew she was hungry!!

She asked softly: "Girl, let's have dinner too, and I'll get it for you? I asked Xue Yan to tell the kitchen to cook some of your favorite dishes."

Because it was a whole boat rented by Jia Mu, there were two cooks on board.

Hearing this, Daiyu thought about the dishes she usually liked to eat, but now she had no interest in them, so she shook her head and said, "No need, you go ahead and eat. I'm not hungry."

Zijuan said earnestly: "Girl, the days are still long, what should you do if you don't eat? At any rate, it's good to have a bowl of Bigen porridge."

Xue Yan said: "I'll get it for the girl?"

Daiyu returned to the bed, leaned her head gently on the bed railing, and said, "Don't pay attention to me. I won't eat it if you bring it to me. Just go and use it yourself."

Xueyan still wanted to persuade her, but Zijuan stopped her and pulled her outside, whispering: "I see that the girl doesn't have much appetite for the usual food. Go down below and ask Mr. Xiaoqiang for some of the meat they eat."

Come on."

Xue Yan was shocked when he heard this and said: "I don't recognize it... I recognize Mr. Xiao Qiang, but she doesn't recognize me. I don't dare..."

Zijuan said angrily: "I've never seen you so useless. Just stay here and watch your skin carefully if something goes wrong!"

After that, he walked downstairs.

…

In the Yangxin Hall, the atmosphere was solemn, and Emperor Long'an's eyes were as cold as ice.

Good minister!

Such words were given to a child with a yellow mouth!

Among the famous ministers in ancient times, who was named "good minister"?

The famous minister Han Shizhong of the former dynasty!

Since Zhao Gou, among the ministers listed in Zhaoxun Pavilion and the Imperial Ancestral Temple by emperors of all dynasties, there must be such loyal and good ministers.

That boy with a yellow mouth could get this epithet just by talking nonsense. How ridiculous!

However, it was this absurdity and unseemliness that made Emperor Long'an see the anger and determination of the Supreme Emperor.

Also, the Huangkou boy happened to be leaving the capital today, but he had to leave the capital because of the two praises from the Supreme Emperor...

Let's just think of it as having to leave the capital. When it comes to the Supreme Emperor, we have to consider the worst possible outcome.

Han Shizhong also had to leave Beijing, but it was because he resigned from his post and went away after complaining for the Zhongwu Emperor.

Could it be that the Supreme Emperor has reached the point where he compares himself to Yue Wumu?

No, he is comparing himself to the two emperors Huiqin!

Thinking of this, Emperor Long'an became even more chilled...

If the Supreme Emperor compared himself to Song Huizong, he would be Song Gaozong, but Song Gaozong also had an elder brother, Song Qinzong, who was the emperor...

Emperor Long'an is not without brothers now.

It’s impossible to think about this matter in detail!

He could only comfort himself. The emperor's father had passed the throne for five years without any decree leaving Jiuhua Palace. It was obvious that he had full power to hand over the throne.

This kind of divine grace is hard to find throughout the ages.

The reason for being so angry now is just to seek a posthumous reputation. He will never do anything so shocking as to destroy the foundation of the Heavenly Family and shake up the country.

Thinking of this, Emperor Long'an made up his mind to endure it for another three years...

Although the current national affairs are still difficult, we can still persist for another three years.

"Han Qing, please don't get involved in this matter. Jing Chaoyun, Luo Rong, He Zhen and others will have to worry about it. This time I am asking you to come back because I want Han Qing to take on a big responsibility. Jing Chaoyun and the others are all old, and all they want is to fight for power.

While you are still in office, occupy positions for their disciples and their disciples. After you come back, you will join the army and be awarded the title of Grand Bachelor of Katong Pavilion and the title of Minister of Household Affairs. The national treasury is too short. Although there is no war in the world, Shandong and northwest

We are all suffering from severe drought, and there are many floods in the south of the Yangtze River. There are more than one or two places that need relief. There is no money in the treasury, and I can’t sleep well. This is an offending mission. Apart from Han Qing, I don’t know who else to entrust it to.

!Do you dare to take on this important task?”

Emperor Long'an asked in a deep voice.

National treasury silver is the lifeblood of the dynasty. Without silver, nothing can be done.

According to the records in the accounts of the household department, the amount of silver deposited was at least twelve million taels. However, after an actual inventory of the warehouse, it was found that even two million taels were not enough.

The remaining ten million taels were borrowed by Beijing officials.

No wonder there is a deficit every year, no wonder the salary cannot be paid, which makes him, the emperor, lose face.

Chasing deficits is a tiring and even dirty job.

If there is not a highly prestigious minister sitting in charge, the backlash may directly hurt the Tian family...

Han Bin was able to maintain his official position for thirty years without falling. In addition to being extremely upright, he also had a lot of wisdom in the officialdom. He naturally understood Emperor Long'an's plan, but the emperor had already spoken to this point, how could he retreat? (He originally missed two things.

I wrote a poem to express my feelings, but after thinking about it in the end, I decided to forget it...)

Han Bin was wearing an old official robe that had been washed and turned white, and he bowed and said: "How dare I dare or not if a humble minister eats the emperor's salary?"

Emperor Long'an was overjoyed when he heard this and said with a smile: "I know that a person who is upright and strong like a mountain prince must have the courage to do his duty! I have this humerus, why worry about the officials being incapable of governing?" After a pause, he said again: "I love you this time.

When Jian Cong arrived in Beijing, I had already prepared a house for Aiqing. It was located in Toujia Lane, Xishuncheng Street. It was just in line with Aiqing's reputation as the number one scholar at that time, and it was very close to the Ministry of Household Affairs. Oh, Aiqing, you don't have to

He declined and gave the scholar a residence. It was originally a favor from the emperor and there was no need for outsiders."

After Han Bin thanked him again and again, he stood up and said hesitantly: "Your Majesty, about Jia Qiang's matter..."

Emperor Long'an shook his head and said: "It's just a boy with a yellow mouth. Although what he said is amazing, there is nothing new. Guanzi once discussed this in "Xi Mi Chapter", but this discussion was aimed at the rich households in the world, not the emperor. Rich

Those who are extravagant are the poor, and this is how the people manage their lives. The rich use their own money, so it is good to spend more and eat more, but the emperor uses the people's money, how can he be extravagant?"

Han Bin bowed and praised: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty!" He paused and then said: "But, the Supreme Emperor..."

Emperor Long'an's eyes gradually became gloomy, and after a long time he said: "I, Yan, govern the world with filial piety. I can't raise any objections to this matter, and neither can I. This matter should be left to Jing Chaoyun, Luo Rong, and He Zhen

, and the Duke of Zhao, Jiang Ze, and the Duke of Wei, Guo Xing, go and discuss it. Han Qing, I can bear it, and Han Qing must bear it. Remember, remember!!"

The five people mentioned by Emperor Long'an are now the five military ministers.

His intention was to let these people stand in front and bear the thunder.

There are corrupt people on the left and right, who have exhausted their prestige. For the court and the emperor, there are only good things and no losses.

But, how can everything go as planned?

Han Bin did not think that these five veterans who had the greatest power among the ministers during the early years of Jingchu would let him stay out of the matter...
Chapter completed!