When the shopkeeper brought the scented tea over, there was a tender yellow flower in the small tea bowl, with a faint yellow hue, and a faint fragrance wafted into the mouth.
Add some rock sugar, it is sweet but not greasy and has a unique flavor.
Cui Boyao made a big splash at the poetry meeting today, and soon his fame and talent spread to every corner of the capital.
At the Zhennan Marquis's Mansion, the Marquis's wife smiled smugly: "I knew that the rascal was being dishonest day by day, but he was actually very smart and learned things quickly, but he just didn't do things properly and always made me angry."
Nanny Zhang also smiled: "The Marquis is back. He no longer dares to go against Madam. If he puts a little effort into it, he can win the first place."
The Marquis's wife was still worried: "Let him go and look for girls, but I don't know who he will like."
Aunt Zhang: "They looked down on our prince in the past, but now he has to choose carefully, and he must choose someone who is both talented and beautiful."
Su Qing, the daughter of a Grand Secretary of the Hanlin Academy, is both talented and beautiful. Marquis Zhennan favors her the most because the Hanlin Academy is the head of the civil servants. If the two families were to marry, they would definitely have both civil and military talents and control the government together.
However, the Marquis's wife still likes Hu Bingxue. The prince is not ugly, so why should he marry an ugly woman
Cui Boxiao didn't know what the Marquis's wife was thinking, so he was neither happy nor unhappy today.
The person you were looking for was not found.
There is only one hour left and the poetry gathering is about to end. During this time, everyone can speak freely and discuss state affairs.
This dynasty developed for more than two hundred years. Although the national strength was prosperous, it also had many drawbacks.
For example, many people disagreed with the policy of closing the country to the outside world promulgated by the imperial court.
"Our ancestors once built ships and sailed to the sea, bringing back many things that were not available in our country. We also took our porcelain and jewelry out, earning a lot of gold and silver. Closing our country to the outside world is very bad for our country."
"Our country is too rich. There is no need to trade with others anymore. It is better to lock it up and live comfortably."
The people below were discussing this. When Cui Boxiao and Liu Qiaoer heard about this situation, they immediately thought of history.
"We need to find someone. He won't be too young, right? You see, our country is strong now, there is no invasion from other countries, and there are no unequal treaties. Du Zixu said that person would overthrow the court. Now it seems that it is too early."
Liu Qiaoer thought about it and nodded: "Take your time. Now that we are here, we have to do something. However, this national policy is really not very good. I heard that it was formulated by the Queen Mother. She is really shallow."
Cui Boxiao took a deep breath and said, "I just found out that the current emperor is in poor health and is a puppet. He listens to the empress dowager in everything. I'm afraid that he doesn't want this policy either."
Suddenly, Liu Qiao'er's eyes lit up: "Why don't you find a chance to go to the palace, and I'll take a look at the emperor. Can modern medical technology still not cure the emperor's illness? Even if he has cancer, I can find out his cancer cells and eliminate them."
Indeed, Liu Qiaoer's space has the most advanced medical system that can cure all kinds of diseases.
Cui Boxiao's eyes flickered between Su Qing and Hu Bingxue, and he smiled wickedly: "There is no time to lose, let's do it tomorrow. Tomorrow I will go to the palace to see the queen first, and then to the emperor. You follow me. We can't let the government fall into the hands of the queen mother."
Everyone was arguing fiercely about the political situation. Cui Boxiao was about to leave when he was suddenly stopped by Master Zhu.
"Everyone, stop arguing. Let's see which side the prince supports?"
Well, this guy wouldn't be trying to trick him, throwing such a hot potato to him, how would he respond
You know, everyone else can speak freely, except Cui Boxiao.
This is because his father is the Marquis of Zhennan, who holds military power, and his sister is the queen.
Perhaps seeing Cui Boxiao's dilemma, Su Qing slowly came to him.
"Master Zhu, let them discuss matters of state affairs. The Crown Prince has not yet participated in state affairs. I'm afraid it would be inappropriate for you to let him speak."
As soon as Su Qing finished speaking, Yang Song said sarcastically, "Miss Su, your marriage with the prince hasn't been decided yet. It's not appropriate to protect him like this."
Hu Bingxue's face didn't look very good either. She had a different opinion of Cui Boyao today. Although she knew that Yang Song was interested in her, she still felt that it was inappropriate.
Since he wanted to make his talent known in the capital, he naturally didn't want his marriage to be arranged, so he smiled coldly.
"I think what Miss Su said makes some sense. The prince has not yet taken office in the court, and the Marquis is very strict. He naturally keeps his mouth shut when he is out. It is really embarrassing for Master Zhu to ask the prince this question."
One by one, everyone spoke up for Cui Boyao.
Cui Boxiao and Liu Qiaoer looked at each other, and Liu Qiaoer nodded: "Now is a good time to express your views and prepare for meeting the emperor tomorrow. However, if the emperor also has a policy of closing the country to the outside world, tomorrow will not be easy."
Cui Boxiao didn't care: "At most, you can just treat it as nonsense. Besides, my words are correct and have been verified by history. Unless the emperor has no ambitions, he will definitely think the same as me."
The two discussed for a moment, and Cui Boyao stood up, exuding the aura of a king.
"I naturally agree to open the coast, develop the shipping industry and fishery, and go to other countries to see. The world is so big, and there is more than just our country. Since our national strength is prosperous, we are not afraid of external expansion."
Cui Boyiao said a lot more, citing classics and making well-reasoned arguments, which made everyone excited.
I have to say that the news not only quickly reached the Marquis’s wife, but also reached the ears of the Marquis of Zhennan.
On the way back, Linglong was so worried that her heart was about to jump out of her chest.
"Sir, you did it on purpose today. You've already gained the limelight and made the two young ladies like you, but what you said later, although I don't understand, I can tell that these words carry a lot of weight. If they are inappropriate, the Marquis will definitely beat and scold you when you return home."
At the end, Linglong complained to Liu Qiaoer: "You too, I couldn't stop you, why didn't you stop me?"
Liu Qiaoer shrugged speechlessly: "If you can't stop him, how can I stop him? The prince won't listen to me either."
Sure enough, after Cui Boyao returned home, he heard the housekeeper's trembling voice.
"Sir, the Marquis is back and asked you to go to his study as soon as you come back."
Cui Boxiao was upright and had no fear of his own shadow. He fanned himself and went straight to find the Marquis of Zhennan in a swaggering manner.
Linglong was so frightened that her legs were shaking. She pulled Liu Qiaoer along and went to ask the Marquis' wife for mercy.
Liu Qiaoer didn't want to go. She had been busy all day with Cui Boxiao. Cui Boxiao was in the spotlight, and she was tired too.
"The housekeeper knew everything, but he was able to hide it from Madam. Maybe Madam had already sent someone to guard outside the Marquis' study. Don't worry, the prince knows what's going on."
Well, Linglong and Liu Qiaoer returned to the prince's room and became restless.
No one knew what the father and son talked about. It was not until it was completely dark that the prince returned from the marquis' study.
As soon as he came back, he told Linglong: "This prince is hungry, hurry up and get something delicious. The prince is happy today, and he wants you all to accompany him. We won't stop until we are drunk."
When Linglong saw that the prince was fine, she hurried to prepare food.
As soon as she left, Liu Qiaoer looked at Cui Boxiao with a smile: "Done?"