There are many water canals in Chang'an, running through the entire city of Chang'an horizontally and vertically, like small rivers, providing water sources for the city. [Read the novel with the correct chapter,]
Generally speaking, drinking water must be well water, and water in canals is mostly used for washing things, such as clothes.
The two canals extended into the palace and finally passed out.
Every morning, a group of women would wash clothes by the water channel outside the palace.
There are more than ten large stone slabs beside the canal, which have become as smooth as mirrors over the years.
The women beat their clothes and talked.
"They say there will be tribute treasures from southern Xinjiang at the end of this year!" A woman straightened up and said with a smile, "What will it be?"
"What kind of cow was given as a gift that year? It's so ferocious and looks like auspiciousness." Another woman squatted beside her, rubbing it, and said with a smile: "She can't be a beauty!"
"Then why not choose one of us to enter the palace!" The woman from before slapped her lower back with her backhand and said proudly: "I was still a flower in the community back then, am I worse than those women?"
"Bah!" The woman opposite looked up, with a mean look on her dark face, "That's a beauty. Do you know what a beauty is?"
"What?" the woman said angrily, "Could it be that instead of meat, what grows on their bodies is gold?"
The woman opposite pointed at the palace, "The powder I use every month can keep our family fed and drunk for several years. How can you compare? Isn't that a man made of gold?"
"How can there be so many?" the woman said harshly.
"Coming, coming!"
A woman lifted her clothes out of the water and said, "Hurry, here we come."
The water upstream, that is, from the direction of the palace, flows slowly. The autumn wind blows, and the women quickly lift up their clothes.
The water flow gradually changes color, and a strong smell of powder comes over.
"I took off my makeup last night and poured it on today, but the smell is still so strong."
"I only need one box and I'll be satisfied."
"dream!"
"That is His Majesty's woman."
"Don't you just love your concubine?"
"The imperial concubine has an adopted son named Shi Zhongtang, who is now the military envoy of Southern Xinjiang!"
"It is said that His Majesty rewards the concubine and her brothers and sisters with countless amounts of money every day. It is really enviable!"
"There are more and more refugees."
A woman changed the topic, and suddenly the surroundings fell silent.
The dark-skinned woman looked at them and put the wrung-out clothes into a wooden basin. She picked up the wooden basin, put one side of the basin on her waist, and said, "It would be good if Your Majesty gives some money to the refugees."
ah!"
"That's Your Majesty!" said a woman.
The slightly black woman turned around, "But that's the world!"
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All the way into the palace along the ditch, the palace people responsible for cleaning were busy. Going along here is the kitchen.
In the kitchen, the cook opened the steamer, turned sideways and smiled at Han Shitou: "Look at it, Young Supervisor Han, these cakes are made of fine wheat flour and are very sweet. If Your Majesty is still displeased, I will go on a hunger strike for three days."
"Break some off." Han Shitou said.
The cook was not afraid of being burned, so he took a cooking cake from the steaming steamer with his bare hands, switched his left and right hands, and hissed in his mouth. He waited for the cake to cool down and handed it to Han Shitou.
Han Shitou broke off a little and tasted it, "It tastes good. I'll use this for lunch."
He handed the remaining cooking cakes to the cook, and the cook smiled and said, "Don't throw it away."
Han Shitou shook his head, "This man! Cherish your blessings."
The cook smiled and said: "You are right. This food is the treasure of living people. It is wasted and the sky is thundering!"
He said to the others in the kitchen: "You all remember what Young Supervisor Han said. From today, no, from now on, whoever dares to waste food will be killed by me."
Han Shitou walked out of the kitchen, and Sun Laoer was waiting outside.
"Shaojian Han."
Han Shitou said: "Let's talk as we go."
"Young Master Han, slow down!" Behind him, the cook smiled flatteringly. When Han Shitou and Sun Laoer walked away, he broke off some cooking cakes into his mouth and threw the rest into a big jar.
In the large vat, there are a lot of fresh vegetables and meat, as well as cooking cakes, Hu cakes and other items.
In the kitchen, all the cooks and helpers have fat heads and big ears...
A chamberlain came in and said, "Hey! The money and food this month has exceeded again!"
The cook came over and said with a smile: "Isn't it all for His Majesty and the nobles to eat and drink well?"
The chamberlain said: "Don't be too unscrupulous."
"Don't worry." The cook smiled and said, "By the way, your share has been sent to the cashier in Dongshi."
The waiter smiled and said: "There are quite a few. But don't go too far, you idiot. A chicken is worth a penny. Is that a chicken made of gold?"
The cook laughed and said, "You don't know, the people who buy things get a profit, the people in the kitchen get a profit, and the people in charge also get a profit. If we don't raise the price, it won't work!"
"Our share." The waiter looked at the cook, "It's missing!"
The cook smiled bitterly and nodded for a long time, "You know what I'm doing, I'll add half a percent next month."
The chamberlain shook his head, "One percent!"
The cook was really smiling bitterly, "Then... I'm afraid I can't buy a chicken for a penny."
"Then add it." The chamberlain said calmly: "Yesterday, His Majesty rewarded Mrs. Guo Guo with five hundred thousand dollars. Damn, think about it, even if it's two dollars for a chicken, how many years will it take? Add
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"Countless!"
The waiter left humming a tune, and the cook turned around and said, "Jiajiajia, mother, how much money can't you spend?"
A middle-aged man who was helping the cook squatted beside him, peeling garlic, and sighed: "Isn't it all being added to the people's heads? These people are not afraid of driving the people into trouble."
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"The common people are nothing!"
Several officials were muttering in a corner of the imperial city.
"The Chang'an army stopped halfway, saying that it was waiting for the southern Xinjiang army. But a memorial came from the southern Xinjiang side, crying for poverty, saying that there was nothing...money and food rewards, but I was afraid that the soldiers would make a fuss. No, some people suggested that the taxes should be paid
Mention some. Some people objected, saying that the people are already overwhelmed, and if we raise taxes again, won’t we be afraid of war everywhere?”
"Didn't someone say that? The common people are nothing!" An official sneered: "The common people are nothing, so what is he? Counting hundreds or thousands of years, whose ancestors are the common people?"
"Silence! The father-in-law is here."
Yang Songcheng and several officials were preparing to enter the palace.
"I've met the father-in-law."
Several officials saluted.
Yang Songcheng nodded casually, followed by Zheng Qi beside him, and said in a low voice: "The Zhou family has been heavily guarded recently. The steward of his family has spread word to the outside world, saying that if the Zhou family cannot be killed, don't blame the Zhou family for revenge."
"Zhou still thinks that Northern Xinjiang can support his family?" Someone sneered, "The Northern Xinjiang army is still in the Ningxing area. It is said that the Shegu people are fierce. Perhaps, this battle can last for another half a year. The Chang'an army took advantage of the situation and attacked.
Having lost his old lair and lost his foundation, Yang Shun is not far from defeat."
"Prince of the State, the Zhou family has a lot of young men in the farms all over the country. Recently, I have found that they are practicing in several places. It can be seen that they are up to something evil. Do you want to report it?" said an official.
"Is it only the Zhou family that is being trained now?" Yang Songcheng said lightly.
Zheng Qi said with a smile: "Many people are practicing. It's funny to say that the same is true at Jianyun Temple. Chang Sheng said that thieves are rampant now and often rob farms. The Buddha also has a Vajra with angry eyes, which should be practiced to protect the tenant farmers.
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"The key is the Southern Xinjiang Army." Yang Songcheng said, "Urge."
"Yes." Zheng Qi said: "By the way, Liang Jing has been targeting Shi Zhongtang, and something can be done about this matter."
Everyone entered the palace and the emperor had already arrived.
"A memorial has arrived from southern Xinjiang." The emperor looked unhappy, "Shi Zhongtang said that there are many complaints in the army."
Liang Jing said: "Your Majesty, I think this person can be replaced."
This is undisguised hostility.
"Xiang Liang said it lightly." Zheng Qi was waiting for this opportunity and sneered: "It is said that Southern Xinjiang is quite dissatisfied with Xiang Liang, saying that Liang Xiang has repeatedly targeted Southern Xinjiang. Didn't Shang Guogong mention it in his last memorial?
About this matter?"
"This person is too fake." Liang Jing really didn't like Shi Zhongtang at all. "It's not safe to let him take charge of the southern Xinjiang army."
"That's His Majesty's adopted son, how can it be so unsafe?" Zheng Qi retorted, "If you hadn't repeatedly made things difficult for Southern Xinjiang, why wouldn't the army be able to do it?"
Liang Jing felt that Zheng Qi was a stick, "Didn't Shi Zhongtang say that the army was under control, so why didn't he want to move? I think he had other plans."
"What do you think he is planning?" Zheng Qi said coldly.
How do I know?
Liang Jing said: "I think he is plotting to separate the country."
"Fart!" Zheng Qi glanced at the emperor and saw that the emperor's expression was slightly stunned. He knew that Liang Jing's bad boy aura was not to his liking after all. "It is a prosperous age now. Even Yang Ni does not dare to rebel. Where did Shi Zhongtang come from?"
courage?"
"Your Majesty." A chamberlain came in and said, "Come to report from the mirror."
Zhao Sanfu came in, saluted and said: "Your Majesty, Jin Yong, the governor of Huangzhou in southern Xinjiang, came to Chang'an to report that the messenger was seriously ill and could not afford it. It happened that someone was at my mirror."
"Where's the memorial?"
the emperor asked.
"It's a message." Zhao Sanfu looked hesitant.
"explain."
"Jin Yong said...Shi Zhongtang was afraid...that he was going to rebel."
The king and his ministers were silent.
Zheng Qi sighed, "Jin Yong and Shang Guogong are at odds with each other. If they don't get along, let's not get along! Why do this?"
The emperor said calmly: "Let me scold Jin Yong. At the end of the year, Jin Yong will come to Chang'an to report on his work and give him another place."
"yes."
Everyone knew that the emperor seemed calm, but in fact he was angry. Jin Yong was probably going to a place where birds don't shit, such as Western Xinjiang.
Yang Songcheng suddenly smiled and said: "Your Majesty, polo is booming in the city this year, and someone has organized a tournament. The polo team in my family is playing today. If your Majesty is free, you can go and watch."
The emperor was in a daze, "I haven't left the palace for a long time. It's good."
He looked at the ministers and suddenly became interested, "Everyone, please go too. We, the monarchs and ministers, will have fun together."
"yes!"
The ministers responded with a smile.
For a while, it was blissful.
Han Shitou was thinking about what Sun Laoer told him earlier.
Sun Laoer made good friends with a eunuch who had a brother who was doing business in Northern Xinjiang and traveled between Northern Xinjiang and Chang'an. When the merchant returned a few days ago, the eunuch came out of the palace to meet him and casually asked about the situation in Northern Xinjiang.
——People in Northern Xinjiang are a little panicked!
Chang'an's army is halfway on the road. This is orthodox after all. Who can not panic?
Now we have to watch the fight between the Northern Xinjiang Army and the Shegu people.
In the afternoon, the emperor took his concubine out of the palace, accompanied by Han Shitou.
In Chang'an, every noble person with some means has a polo field in his home, and the father-in-law's family naturally has one, and there are three of them.
Today, the monarchs and ministers gathered together, and many dignitaries and clan members came.
Li Han, who has always kept a low profile, also came.
He followed his grandfather, King Liang, into the stadium. The emperor was on the right, and Yang Songcheng and several heads of aristocratic families were accompanying him to talk.
"Ah Weng, do you want to go have a rest?" Li Han asked.
"I'm going to say hello anyway." King Liang coughed dryly, Li Han supported him, and the two of them walked over slowly.
"It's good for you and Qin Guo. There is no room for change in this matter. At this moment, Prince Liang's Mansion can only pray that the Duke of Qin can triumphantly return to Taoxian County, otherwise... the emperor has been afraid of our family for many years, and he can take advantage of the situation to weaken Prince Liang's Mansion.
Come out." King Liang said softly.
"Ah Weng, how about I go out and live!" Li Han didn't want to involve his grandfather.
"That's not what I meant."
"Then what Aweng means..."
Prince Liang raised his hands to the emperor in front of him and said, "I mean, since we are standing in line, we should stand firm. Qin Guogong and Yang Songcheng are mortal enemies. You should look for an opportunity to give his people a chance."
The emperor saw King Liang, but pretended not to see him.
"I have met your Majesty. Your Majesty looks younger than last time." Prince Liang's flattery was a little false.
"What has your Majesty been busy with lately?" Yang Songcheng asked casually.
"Playing with women!" King Liang replied seriously.
Yang Songcheng: "..."
As the host, Yang Songcheng coughed dryly and had to maintain the atmosphere. He looked at Li Han and asked, "What book is Jianming reading recently?"
Grandfather gave Yang Songcheng a kiss, and Li Han smiled and said: "I have been reading a collection of poems recently."
"oh!"
"Whose collection of poems? But that talented woman who is popular recently?" Zheng Qi, who couldn't come closer due to his status, answered the question, then walked over slowly,
"It belongs to Duke Qin." Li Han said with a smile.
Zheng Qi was startled and stepped back in embarrassment.
The good atmosphere was ruined by his unnecessary question.
The King of Liang is old, and his son reportedly broke his legs. Now Li Han is in charge of most matters in the palace. He has a close relationship with Yang Xuan, so he cannot serve as an official until now.
Prince Liang patted his grandson on the back of his hand and said, "Go ahead! Young people, go play by yourself. Don't imitate me, knowing that death is not far away, but reluctant to have fun."
emperor:"……"
Yang Songcheng: "..."
The king of Liang was too senior. As long as he didn't make a big mistake, the emperor couldn't do anything to him.
Li Han resigned.
He put his hands behind his hands and admired the scenery of the father-in-law's house, and unknowingly reached a secluded place.
Two men stood in front, one of whom was Zheng Qi's youngest son Zheng Hao.
"A good dog doesn't block the road!" Li Han said calmly.
"You bitch, how dare you be rude to me!" Zheng Hao is the youngest son. He has been favored by Zheng Qi since he was a child. There is no need for him to compete for anything in the family, so he can eat, drink and have fun everywhere.
Li Han slowly turned around, and a tall guard was walking towards him.
"Kneel down and say yes, I will spare you a severe beating today!"
Zheng Hao approached with a grin.
Li Han looked panicked, "Is it okay if I don't kneel?"
Zheng Hao smiled proudly. At this moment, Li Han rushed forward and kicked Zheng Hao between his legs.
"Ouch!"
Amidst the screams, Li Han ran away.
"Chase!" Zheng Hao looked pale and put his legs together.
Li Han circled around the area. Later, Zheng Hao slowed down and chased him in person.
Running all the way, there is a tall building in front, a pool below, and the stadium in the past.
The emperor personally kicked off the ball for both sides and said to Yang Songcheng: "I heard it's very lively outside?"
"Yes!" Yang Songcheng nodded, "We are so lucky to live in a prosperous age."
The dignitaries nodded one after another.
Everyone heard footsteps coming from the wooden building and looked up.
On the tall building, Li Han's body flashed, and Zheng Hao couldn't stop his momentum and fell down.
"Help!"
Zheng Hao fell into the pool with his teeth bared.
"boom!"
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"boom!"
A section of Huangzhou City's wall suddenly collapsed. Amidst the loud noise, hundreds of defenders fell down and were immediately buried.
Jin Yong, the governor of Huangzhou, held a horizontal sword in his hand, looked at the swarming rebels, and said with a sad smile: "Your Majesty, is this the heyday of your great dynasty?"