Salt.
This was something that concerned everyone's fate.
The thing that Wei Zheng had always been brooding over had become so simple in Zhang Feng's hands?
Back then, he had personally witnessed the Qin King's army during the expedition. If he had this thing, why would he put himself in danger several times?
Salt!
Without it, one's body would be deficient. If he didn't eat it for a long time, his body would swell. How could such a Tang army guard the border?
But.
Now, he and the emperor were casually thrown out in this small tavern by Zhang Feng?
Was this still the thing that everyone in the world regarded as a treasure?
Wei Zheng's eyes were moist.
And so was Li Shimin.
He suppressed the excitement in his heart and asked, "Brother Zhang Feng, what's the difference between this thing and the official salt? Why is your salt even finer than the blue salt that only the officials can use? "
In the past six months, Zhang Feng had also sighed. This thing that was common in the future was something that many ordinary people couldn't afford!
"Let's put it this way! This salt, as you all know, is poisonous, but people can't lack it. However, taking it for a long time will also cause irreparable damage to the body. Also, what do you think of my dishes? "
"The dishes are very good! Is it all because of this salt? "
Li Shimin hurriedly asked.
In the past, Zhang Feng didn't care about the saying that a good chef needed a handful of salt. However, when he transmigrated to Tang Dynasty, he couldn't help but wish that he could erect a plaque and worship the person who had said this saying back then, and offer incense to him every day!
The food in this era, no matter good or bad, was basically stewed in a pot. No matter what seasoning, no matter what kind of delicacies, as long as this salt was thrown in, it would definitely become salty, bitter, and astringent in minutes!
And this was treated as a treasure by them!
Even ordinary people could only afford a little bit of cloth used to boil table salt. This was called vinegar cloth in this era. It was melted into water and then used.
The sour taste was three times stronger than the Qi Shan vinegar of the future era!
Thus, Zhang Feng couldn't help but sigh. So this was how vinegar came to be …
"What do you think of this salt and the dishes from before?"
"That goes without saying."
Li Shimin smacked his lips, his face full of emotion.
"Ever since I've eaten your dishes, no matter how many delicacies my family makes, they're like wax to me! Is it all because of the salt? "
"Sigh! Don't you think you're just wasting things? "
Zhang Feng could not help but wring his hands.
"Such a good thing, but you threw it into the pot and stewed it. I don't understand. Does your emperor eat this too?"
"This thing …"
As they spoke, Zhang Feng picked up a pitch-black salty lump on the table and said, "This thing tastes bitter, astringent, and has a strong sour taste. Long-term consumption will cause diarrhea and bloating. Have any of you experienced this before?"
Hearing this, the two hurriedly nodded.
"But this thing …"
"Lao Li! Since he's connected you with Lord Zhangsun, then your chance to make a fortune is here! "
After talking for a long time, Zhang Feng also used up a lot of his energy. Under the gaze of Li Shimin and Wei Zheng, he happily received two bags of fine salt and put them into his arms like treasures.
In the end, Zhang Feng also brought up the final topic.
"I know that salt is now controlled by the government. Even if you've learned it, you don't have the permission of the housekeeper to mine and refine table salt without permission. It's a capital offense! However, if you sincerely offer it to Zhangsun … "
Li Shimin felt a headache coming on.
What are you talking about?
Am I really that murderous?
Such a good thing, I can't wait for you to get more!
However, he also knew that Zhang Feng must have something else to say, so he could only listen obediently.
Zhang Feng continued, "You've seen the method of this thing, so you should have learned it by now, right?"
Li Shimin and Wei Zheng nodded like a rattle-drum.
At this time, Zhang Feng said mysteriously, "I've passed it to you, so it's time for you to express your gratitude!"
"This …"
"I … I was in a hurry this time, so I didn't bring much money. Other than the money I gave you, I only brought a few ingots of gold …"
"Enough!"
Seeing that Li Shimin was hemming and hawing.
Zhang Feng was so angry that he could not vent his anger.
"I have to make this clear first. This is my secret that won't be passed on! You also know the key to it, but it's different now. Since you've hooked up with Zhangsun Wuji, then now, I'll tell you and give you some pointers! "
"Free of charge, you were muddle-headed. Not only did you not earn any money, but you also lost your lives!"
"Not only did you lose your lives, but you also dragged me down with you!"
Zhang Feng was a little speechless.
He wished he could slap himself.
Why did I take out salt?
This is my capital in the Tang Dynasty in the future!
However, it was too late to regret now.
He had to admit that he was struck by lightning for showing off.
"Well, you can offer this thing to Zhangsun Wuji. I believe that he's a smart person and will definitely give it to His Majesty. At that time, your official career will be opened because of this!"
"But I advise you two! With your big mouths, don't be an official! Just get a position in the Salt Monitoring Department! With this, I guarantee that you'll make a lot of money in the future! "
"…"
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