Regarding the custom of hanging mugwort, Shen An had his own thoughts in his last life.

May is when mosquitoes begin to infest. Mugwort has a very unique and pungent smell. Even in nature, it is one of the few plants that is not harassed by mosquitoes and flies.

Just like celery, mosquitoes and flies don't like it, and humans don't like it either. Although it is said to be crude fiber and rich in nutrients, many people stay away from it because of its strange taste.

The same principle applies to hanging mugwort on May 5th. Mosquitoes begin to appear in large numbers, so we use mugwort, a smelly herb, to repel mosquitoes.

Gradually, a custom formed, so Shen An was very familiar with the shape and appearance of mugwort.

As soon as he walked to the grass, Shen An saw a few mugwort plants standing among the weeds. For making wine, of course, the stems and leaves can be used.

Shen An took out the iron scissors that he had prepared long ago and cut off several bunches of mugwort leaves. The little maid Fu Rong finally found a chance to speak.

"Lang Jun, why don't you pick it with your hands? Furong thinks it's more convenient that way."

Shen An nodded. She was right. It could indeed be picked by hand, and the amount he picked today was not large. However, as long as people are human, they all have certain bad qualities, and Shen An is not immune to this.

Bringing these authentic scissors used by gardeners is just for show off.

Come and see, Mr. Shen Xiaolang, how powerful I am.

Of course, he didn't do this just to show off. Among herbal plants, mugwort plants are relatively tall, and their necks are not hollow. They are relatively hard. Cutting with scissors is labor-saving and clean, so it is naturally a good choice.

Shen An told them these reasons one by one.

Xiao Yu nodded repeatedly. As a noble son, he had always lived a pampered life. He didn't know any weeds or anything like that.

It's no wonder that no matter what calamity year it is, it won't be his turn to eat famine food. He doesn't know it's normal.

The biggest beneficiary of this action was Xiao Xian, the young prince of the Duke's Mansion.

Before this, he had never known any country weeds and had no interest in these things.

But today, when he followed Shen An into the grass, he suddenly became interested.

Maybe it's because children are curious about everything, or maybe Shen An's explanation is really interesting. In short, even Xiao Yu didn't expect that Xiao Xian could listen so seriously.

While they were busy picking, Ah Qian and Furong returned to the carriage hand in hand, where there were several baskets prepared by Shen An in advance.

This time, it came in handy.

Not only them, but also Xiao Xian actively asked to carry a basket behind his back.

You can think about it, his small body is not much taller than the basket he is carrying. Can he carry the basket?

Of course, when facing Xiao Xian, you cannot judge his behavior purely rationally. He is a child, and he still has the unique stubbornness of a child.

When it comes to carrying, you must carry it. Fortunately, the bamboo baskets on the carriage come in different sizes, because Furong is also traveling with her, and the small basket was originally prepared for her.

Just as Furong and the others were going to get the basket, Shen An began to attack another important target.

Spicy Polygonum.

By the way, it’s this kind of medicinal herb that can be seen everywhere.

Compared with mugwort, this herb is actually more obvious among weeds and can be recognized almost at a glance.

Compared with mugwort, Polygonum spp. is the most important raw material for making koji.

The most prominent feature of this grass is that its neck is red, and the inflorescences it blooms are usually pink.

Shen An is not particularly clear about the theoretical development and chemical changes of winemaking, but he has only mastered the methods.

However, he thought that the name of Polygonum Polygonum contains the word "spicy", and perhaps the spiciness of the liquor comes from this grass.

This is just an idea and cannot be confirmed.

Polygonum is an annual herbaceous plant that can be found everywhere inside and outside Chang'an City.

Compared with mugwort, its plants are much shorter and not very strong. They always sway and sway in the wind.

Shen An's eyes wandered around, and he quickly found his target. Just ten feet away, a piece of Polygonum sativum appeared in front of him. It was lush and lush, and it was really a great treasure.

Fu Rong and the others had already rushed back with the basket, and Xiao Xian walked towards them enthusiastically and grabbed the basket.

Furong looked at the basket and then at Xiao Xian's height, and was really worried about him.

Little doll, can you do it?

Xiao Xian obviously didn't realize that he might not be able to do it. He squatted down and tried to carry the big basket on his back.

Among the melon-eaters present, the one who behaved the strangest was undoubtedly Xiao Yu.

Others can watch the fun with melon seeds, peanuts and chocolate, but can he do the same? That is his grandson, and Xiao Yu actually stroked his beard and looked at him with a smile without reminding him even though he knew he would be embarrassed.

Shen An's little eyes glanced at him from time to time, always feeling that Mr. Xiao's mind was not normal recently.

He just followed himself every day to join in the fun and ignored the government affairs.

His performance really made Shen Anchou's head hurt. However, after thinking about it, Xiao Yu put all his thoughts on him, and Li Shimin must have less worries.

For the sake of Li Shimin's clean ears and the harmony of the ministers in the court, it was not impossible for him to make some sacrifices.

Forget it, who made him pure and good?

Xiao Xian put the bamboo basket on his shoulders and stood up with a kick of his calves. Not to mention, he could really carry it.

He dragged the small basket, jumped up and down happily, and even ran to show off in front of Shen An.

"Mr. Shen, look, I've picked up my back. Let's go pick herbs."

Furong brought a basin, and Shen An took some water and rinsed it. Although there was no hand soap or soap, necessary cleaning was indispensable.

Seeing Xiao Xian's appearance, he felt extremely funny. He opened his hands and kept signaling to the old man: "Song Guogong, I think the young man should not participate."

"Weeds are pricking your hands, so I'd better not get involved, young man."

"Really." Xiao Yu didn't answer his question, and Shen An could only look at Xiao Xian again.

"What is it, I have no problem, hurry up." Before Shen An could say anything, Xiao Xian had already thrown away his arms and walked forward.

Xiao Yu's beard curled up and he smiled and said: "Mr. Shen, it's just a child's whim. You just play with him."

"It doesn't matter."

Shen An rolled his eyes, what do you mean it doesn't matter?

Your old man brought Xiao Xian here just to let him help look after the children? Who has he become? A nanny!

"I understand what Mr. Song Guo means, but in my opinion, I still have to say ugly things first. If something goes wrong when Mr. Young is gathering herbs later, I cannot be held responsible."

"Okay, okay!" Xiao Yu waved his hand, not distracted at all.

"It's just a matter of pulling out a few blades of grass, what big deal can it have?"
Chapter completed!