Today was the 15th day of the month, and the moon would be very round at night.
The morning court in Hanyuan Palace lasted the whole morning, and all fifth-rank officials were allowed to attend.
The Censorate was not limited to fifth-rank officials, and the other foreign envoys were also not restricted.
During the morning court session, the foreign envoys took the initiative to bring gifts, no, tributes, to court. They were very docile.
This was because one of the Li Family Zhuangzi's steam boats broke down and could not go out to sea.
Yesterday afternoon, it was repaired, but there was no time to chase after them, so they decided to stay in the Tang Dynasty and run around the Yellow River and the Yangtze River.
The foreign envoys were more afraid, especially those near the sea and connected by the river.
According to their estimation, this boat could catch up with the group in front.
The group in front would meet up with the Tang Dynasty navy in Dengzhou and leave from there.
The group that set off later would not go to Dengzhou, but to the place where the Grand Canal connected to the sea. They would be able to catch up from the mouth of the Yangtze River in Suzhou.
Why did they not go? What was the point of strolling around the Tang Dynasty with a boat?
That year, when there were fireworks, everyone came to watch the fun. Later, there were fireworks and explosives.
That year, when the hot air balloon took off, everyone was amazed. Later, there were gliders to accompany the hot air balloon.
That year, when the steamer started to pedal, everyone looked at it and then played Tubo with the propeller boat.
That year … everyone … later …
Now …
Tomorrow would become yesterday. What did the Tang Dynasty mean? Who were they going to attack?
It just so happened that there was a court session. Don't hesitate to send gifts.
A few years ago, when you sent gifts worth one thousand taels, the Tang Emperors gave you ten thousand taels as a reward.
Now, when you sent gifts worth one thousand taels, you were not allowed to enter. You had to increase it. It was too little.
You had to increase it to three thousand taels, gold, jewelry, horses, and so on.
The Tang Emperors were not stingy. They rewarded Li Family Zhuangzi with three-dimensional paintings, Li Family Zhuangzi ink sticks, Li Family Zhuangzi paper, Li Family Zhuangzi kerosene lamps, Li Family Zhuangzi lighters, Li Family Zhuangzi …
There was no silk, no good tea bricks, no good tea leaves, no mirror.
After taking the kerosene lamp and lighter, she still had to go to the Li Family Zhuangzi to buy kerosene.
From the looks of it, the reward seemed to be more valuable. However, he felt that something was wrong.
Li Longji didn't care what others thought. Anyway, he didn't take advantage of the situation and protected the face of the Tang dynasty.
He was so happy that when the court assembly was dismissed, he called all the officials to have a meal at the Li Family Zhuangzi.
When eating in Zhuangzi, if you want to eat cold food, you eat cold food; if you want to eat hot food, you eat hot food.
In the Imperial City or Xingqing Palace, it was hard to find a warm one, and it was very difficult to have a meal.
Because there were a lot of people, they were arranged to take a bath first. There were people inside who helped them scrub their backs, cut their nails, pick their ears, and comb their hair. Then they put on the comfortable clothes and shoes provided by the Li Family Zhuangzi.
Although they looked like they were taking care of the officials, they were actually afraid that some of them would carry poison on them.
After everything was tidied up, everyone gathered at a temporary restaurant for dinner. Guo Ziyi stood beside Li Longji.
It was impossible for Li Longji and the other officials to eat together since they were separated.
The dishes were all placed in small plates and looked very delicate. In fact, except for the carp and sashimi, all the dishes were taken from the canteen.
Song De was in charge. They were all fifth-rank officials. The villagers arranged the gifts to make every official happy.
He and the Zhuangzhu stood to the side and listened to San Lang, who was sitting on the main seat, talking to the officials of the imperial court.
"Your Majesty, I am very happy today. Yesterday afternoon, the steam engine ship was repaired, and the foreign envoys became more respectful."
The Director of the Ministry of Rites stood up and said excitedly.
"Good! In the Li Family Zhuangzi, they call me County Duke Fang Qu. Do you know? "
Li Longji was also in a good mood, but he didn't forget to emphasize it.
You can't expose your identity. Everyone should be aware.
"I know I was wrong. No, I know I was wrong." The Director hurriedly apologized.
"We know." The others echoed, including Bi Goo and the others.
Song De directed the villagers to continue their work and send things to the officials' small tables.
This scene was very natural. There was nothing wrong with everyone getting along harmoniously.
It was just like when Li Yi's truck overturned and crushed the pier.
The netizens were waiting for the results. They were thinking about who had embezzled during the repair of the bridge. Otherwise, how could the quality be so bad?
In the end, the answer given by the local officials was that the driver was already under control.
The netizens instantly stared. Damn, are you stupid or do you think we are stupid?
We thought that this kind of lying, shirking responsibility, and acting shamelessly was a patent of the West.
But we didn't expect to see it in the Chinese officialdom.
Is this the emperor's new clothes? And we are living in the great dream of the Chinese people's great revival?
Li Longji didn't know whether the bridge was a bridge or not. He felt that he had done the greatest thing.
The main thing was to feel at ease. He was always afraid that something would happen to his identity. How would he get along in the future?
He didn't expect Brother Yi to help him think of a way, and it was so effective.
How should he describe it? Oh, Brother Yi said that you can never wake up a person who is pretending to be asleep.
This was a derogatory term, but it felt good to use it at this moment. Everyone was not embarrassed, and they could still play happily.
Thinking about this, Li Longji decided to give everyone more benefits. It was not easy, and he was happy!
"Song De!" Li Longji shouted to Song De, who was standing there.
"Your Majesty, oh no, San Lang, Song De is here."
Song De shouted wrongly. He had heard His Majesty a few times just now, and luckily, he corrected himself in time.
"Let's see if there are any good things in the manor. There are quite a number of officials here today. Prepare a portion for each of them and form a good relationship with Brother Yi." Li Longji said.
"Yes, I understand. Carrots, chili oil, woven cotton cloth, perfume in glass bottles, spicy cabbage, platycodon, basil leaves, etc. Xiao Jing, do you want to send some?"
Song De hurriedly said what he wanted to send. Anyway, the cost was not high, and he was responsible for all the officials above Grade 5.
The officials were nervous. Xiao Jing, will His Majesty agree?
"Good!" Li Longji nodded.
"I will arrange it now." Song De bowed slightly and turned to find someone to make the gift boxes.
The gift boxes must be beautiful, luxurious, and look noble. The officials must also have face.
Go to the Li Family Zhuangzi for a meal, and bring home a set of beautiful gifts. His wives and concubines at home will be more gentle, and her husband is capable.
If someone from her family comes, she will take out the gift boxes and tell them that she has found a good husband.
The officials showed a grateful expression, except for the Chancellors, Ministers, and the people in the group. They can go to Zhuangzi to take things.
Li Longji picked up a piece of carp meat, and directly threw it into his mouth without dipping it in anything. He ate it with a slightly earthy taste and a refreshing taste.
After swallowing, he said, "Brother Yi said that a high salary will support a good person. Those who can establish a country should not be burdened by a small family. Those who have enough to eat and wear, should not suffer the pain of hunger and cold.
Therefore, whether Brother Yi is an official or not, does not matter. Whether it is a matter or not, does not matter. Whether it is a matter or not, does not matter.
It is the same for everyone. If you feel that you have received too little and not enough to fill the ravine, you can speak up. "
Li Longji emphasized the rules again. If anyone thinks that they have received too little and have contributed too much, speak up. Don't cause trouble for me.
"This old man feels that it is enough. I am not lacking anything. His Majesty gave it, and Xiao Yi also gave it. If this old man is still not satisfied, I will go and line up the firecrackers."
Bi Goo saw that everyone was in a daze, so he spoke up. He had received everything he needed, and even the things he did not think of, Xiao Yi had given it all.
If they did not work hard, they would be sentenced to death. If they wanted to live, they could line up the firecrackers, or use them as medical practice.
For example, there were now prisoners on death row who were taught acupuncture by the nurses. They injected intramuscularly, intravenously, and so on.
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