Chapter 43: Emperor, I'm just a widow
Old Li is very happy today.
The ministers in the court followed him and asked.
He looks like he has never seen the world.
Old Li had an unfathomable tone and told them not to worry.
Everyone agreed that when the autumn harvest was coming, all court officials would go and see with their own eyes.
When he arrived at the Wangyou Tavern, the folds on Lao Li's face appeared.
Today, he made a strong statement among the officials.
"Brother Zhao, I'm here to have dinner again today." Li Shimin was still on the street and shouted into the tavern.
Li Shimin feels very happy.
I can have a good meal here from time to time.
If you have the chance, you can still walk away from Zhao Chen's things and open your eyes to the court officials who enjoy themselves in their daily lives.
Not to mention how comfortable it is for such a day.
Zhao Chen was basking in the sun in the yard. When he heard Li Shimin's voice, he couldn't help but frown.
I thought to myself that this old man Li had nothing to do on weekdays?
Why do you keep coming to your own tavern?
Although Old Li gave him a lot of things last time, he couldn't stand his picking up every day.
And this old man Li always wants to bring some dry goods back from his mouth.
He is really shameless.
Zhao Chen was thinking about it when he saw the light in front of him suddenly dimmed and he opened his eyes and looked at it.
Then I saw Lao Li leaning over to look at him, revealing his two rows of teeth, and the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes were all clustered together.
"Brother Zhao, why didn't you respond when you called you just now?" Old Li asked with a smile.
"I'm in a bad mood." Zhao Chen glanced at Li Shimin and said lightly.
"What's wrong? Who bullies you? Tell me, I'll teach him a lesson for you." Li Shimin patted his chest, his face full of pride.
He was in front of a group of ministers today, and he had made a lot of face and was in a very good mood.
"Why are you here again? Uncle Fu went out to do something today. The tavern is not open. You can go back." Zhao Chen waved his hand and signaled Li Shimin not to block his sun.
Seeing that Zhao Chen seemed impatient, Li Shimin smiled awkwardly.
However, he has been here so many times and has long been used to Zhao Chen's temper. He is not smart enough to bring up the gift he has brought.
"I didn't come here empty-handedly this time. Look, the pastries here are something that ordinary people can't eat."
"Your aunt asked me to bring it to you for a taste." Li Shimin said with a smile.
Queen Changsun’s harem today did not come.
I only asked Li Shimin to bring some pastries she likes to eat.
"It's still my aunt who is kind, unlike Lao Li, you come to eat and drink for free every day. You simply treat me as a good place." Zhao Chen then got up and said slowly.
Li Shimin's mouth twitched twice.
This kid, I gave him so many things not long ago, but now I say such things.
Although he thought so in his heart, Li Shimin didn't dare to say it out loud.
Now Zhao Chen is his master.
Li Shimin still had many questions in his mind and asked to teach Zhao Chen.
"So didn't you come today?" Li Shimin said with a smile.
Li Shimin did not announce the imperial examination reform that Zhao Chen and him mentioned before.
He also needs a suitable opportunity.
I came here today, of course, for some other things.
...
Seeing that Old Li had brought a lot of things over and his constant begging, Zhao Chen reluctantly cooked a few side dishes for him.
Two cold dishes, two hot dishes, and a small jar of fine wine made by Zhao Chen himself.
"Your kid's skills are really not something you can do." Li Shimin picked up a piece of stewed local chicken and said happily.
"Even today's saints are not as comfortable as we eat." Li Shimin sighed, looking full of enjoyment.
Even in the palace, Li Shimin ate delicacies every day.
No matter what dish the chef cooks, he asked almost the same question.
Over time, Li Shimin was about to vomit.
Where does Zhao Chen taste good?
If he hadn't been here every day, Li Shimin would have wished he could live here.
Of course, Zhao Chen has to agree.
"Old Master Li, you are right. Being an emperor is not as comfortable as us. This is the food, but it is far less than us." Zhao Chen smiled, and seemed to have talked a little more.
Can the chefs in the palace also have their own skills?
Li Shimin sat opposite Zhao Chen, stunned for a while, and then a hint of embarrassment flashed across his face.
"Although the emperor may not be as good as ours, he is in power and is the common ruler of the world." Li Shimin smiled, but he began to test in his words.
He came this time and still wanted to know whether Zhao Chen was in power.
It is not easy to be the crown prince of the Tang Dynasty.
If Zhao Chen had no such intention, it would undoubtedly be a burden if he imposed on him.
Not only did Zhao Chen suffer, but it also hurt the Tang Dynasty's country.
Li Shimin must be very cautious.
"The world's common ruler is good, but the height is too cold. The emperor is alone!" Zhao Chen shook his head, and even a sarcastic expression appeared on his face.
Li Shimin was stunned.
I thought to myself that Zhao Chen, a young man, knew so much.
He, Li Shimin, now has this feeling.
Everyone was afraid of him and respected him and did not dare to tell the truth to him.
If not, how could he come over to talk to Zhao Chen from time to time?
Only here in Zhao Chen, Li Shimin truly feels that he is also alone.
"Old Li, think about it. As an emperor, how can you have friends or relatives?"
"Family affairs are state affairs, and sons are ministers. During the change of power, how many people don't ignore family affection?"
"Old Mr. Li, if you want me to say that it is better to be a commoner. If you are happy, I will do more. If you are unhappy, I will rest early." Zhao Chen and Li Shimin said slowly.
This is not only Zhao Chen’s idea, but also reminds Lao Li.
Old Li and Zhao Chen have known each other for some time.
From the various inquiries from Lao Li these days, Zhao Chen also understood that Lao Li in front of him was definitely not a simple person.
I think I must have had some intentions if I care so much about political affairs.
Old Li is very ambitious!
Fortunately, Zhao Chen did not tell Li Shimin about the Xuanwu Sect, but Li Shimin himself had already recalled this sad scene.
At that moment, I squeezed out a smile with a little far-fetched look.
Seeing Lao Li's expression like this, Zhao Chen thought that his words touched Lao Li's head.
I thought to myself that this old boss Li really wanted to rebel and become the emperor, right?
Zhao Chen thought for a while before he dispelled the idea of reporting Lao Li.
Mrs. Li treats herself well. If she really reports to Mr. Li, wouldn’t she be implicated?
Zhao Chen didn't say anything, just pretending that he had never mentioned it just now, and burying his head to eat his own meal.
"Brother Zhao, let me ask you, the Xuanwu Gate Incident nine years ago is the fault of the saint today?" Li Shimin twitched for a long time, and raised a question that almost made Zhao Chen choke to death.
Zhao Chen glared at Li Shimin and whispered: "You are crazy, how dare you tell me about this?"
How can you speak at will during the Xuanwu Gate?
If someone hears it, they will all be ruined.
But Li Shimin didn't think so. The Xuanwu Sect Incident was his always knot.
Since Zhao Chen is his son, Li Shimin also wants to hear how he views this matter.
Chapter completed!