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Chapter 401: Poetry at a Night Banquet!!!

After the enthronement ceremony, Zhuang Zhou went to the banquet with Li Er and others.

However, to Zhuang Zhou's surprise, the banquet was actually held at Xuanwu Gate.

now.

Many important court officials have gathered at Xuanwu Gate, and they are all waiting for Zhuang Zhou's arrival.

This banquet was obviously planned in advance.

The purpose was that Li Er wanted to solemnly recommend Zhuang Zhou in front of all the civil and military officials.

He also wanted to let the entire Tang Dynasty know that he was destined to be the emperor.

As to Zhuang Zhou’s identity as the banished immortal boy, it does not matter whether Li Er believes it or not.

It's about his willingness to believe.

Just imagine, I came to power through the Xuanwu Gate Incident, and people all over the world have different opinions about it.

If Zhuang Zhou came down to earth as a banished immortal to assist a wise ruler.

This is undoubtedly in Li Er's best interests.

So Li Er must be willing to believe it, and naturally he also wants all the officials to know his thoughts.

He was appointed by Heaven and was a king recognized by Heaven.

The choice of Xuanwu Gate as the banquet venue had a profound meaning.

As he stepped into the Xuanwu Gate, Zhuang Zhou instantly felt the solemn and dignified atmosphere.

Looking up, I saw the towering city wall standing before my eyes, as if telling the vicissitudes of history.

Zhuang Zhou couldn't help but take a deep breath and straightened his clothes.

Then he followed Li Er and others into the banquet hall.

The atmosphere in the hall was lively.

What a joyful laugh.

As Li Er entered the hall, the court officials stood up and saluted.

This naturally includes Zhuang Zhou.

Zhuang Zhou couldn't help but feel a little excited.

He knew that at this moment, he had officially stepped into this circle full of power and glory.

Li Er walked to the center of the hall and announced loudly:

"Today, I specially hold a banquet here to welcome our Tang Dynasty national treasure Zhuang Zhou.

He performed extremely well in this spring plowing and made great contributions to the Tang Dynasty.

I have already issued an edict to confer the title of 'Prince's Junior Tutor' on Zhuang Zhou, and to grant him a mansion and a thousand acres of fertile land to commend his achievements!"

This statement came out.

There was immediate applause and cheers in the hall.

Zhuang Zhou stood in the crowd, feeling everyone's attention and admiration, with an indescribable pride welling up in his heart.

This is not the satisfaction that money can bring.

Li Er continued:

"Zhuang Zhou was originally a Taoist fairy boy, and this time he came to the mortal world with an even more sincere heart.

He is not moved by money or gain, and is only concerned with benefiting the people of the Tang Dynasty. He is a capable and capable man of mine.

From now on, I hope that all of you can work together with Zhuang Zhou to assist me in governing the world and create a peaceful and prosperous era together!"

With Li Er's words, the atmosphere of the banquet reached its climax.

Everyone present knew what Zhuang Zhou brought to the Tang Dynasty.

The salt and high grain yields alone are enough to earn this honor.

Of course, the ministers knew the emperor’s deeper thoughts better.

If he was not a king trusted and recognized by heaven, why would there be fairy children coming down to the mortal world to assist him?

Li Er is using Zhuang Zhou to win the hearts of people all over the world.

The same is true for Zhuang Zhou.

He came to the Tang Dynasty as a fairy boy and was not tempted by money or gain.

In fact, it is also about using Li Er to get what he wants.

Exploit is not necessarily a derogatory word.

Win-win cooperation is also a kind of utilization.

If a person is of no use, that is the saddest thing.

Just take what you need~~~!

……

Soon, the wine and meat were served.

The Tang Dynasty implemented the system of separate dining.

In front of each person was a small table with a small knife for cutting meat.

Then freshly roasted lamb was served.

Some ministers don't even use knives.

Tear off the ribs and chew them.

Good guy!

This way of eating is really interesting.

It seems that this is the term "foodies" used in later generations.

That is all historical heritage.

Our ancestors were all foodies.

Zhuang Zhou was also not polite.

He used a knife to cut the meat and ate it with his mouth full of oil.

Suddenly, a loud laugh was heard.

Then a big guy floated over.

"Hahaha~~~Brother Zhuang, congratulations!"

In the banquet hall, Cheng Yaojin came to Zhuang Zhou with a wine cup to drink.

Among the ministers in the court, Cheng Yaojin was the one who was most familiar with Zhuang Zhou.

As they are all passionate people, Zhuang Zhou naturally welcomes everyone who comes to him.

"Thank you, Duke Lu!"

"Thank you for nothing!"

Cheng Yaojin twisted his fat waist and winked at Zhuang Zhou:

"Brother Zhuang, you now have the trust of His Majesty!

You have to give more advice to that kid Chu Mo in the future."

Ok!

This is to build relationships.

"Don't worry, Lord Lu. Chu Mo is my sworn brother. I will naturally remember him."

When Cheng Yaojin heard this, he immediately raised his eyebrows:

"I heard from your majesty that you are going to build a solar energy base in Mount Li?"

"That's what happened."

"Then... can we let Chu Mo come in and help?"

"Well, if your majesty has no objection, I think it's okay!"

Cheng Yaojin grinned, drank another glass of wine with Zhuang Zhou, and then walked away.

Then someone else came to toast Zhuang Zhou.

Zhuang Zhou didn't refuse and drank them all.

"Master Zhuang, from now on we will teach His Royal Highness the Crown Prince together."

Then, another old minister came forward and said with a smile.

Zhuang Zhou took a look and saw that it was Kong Yingda!

Counting back, it is now the eighth year of Zhenguan, 634 AD, and Kong Yingda is already 61 years old.

Of course Zhuang Zhou knew him. Before, he had strongly opposed him.

But at this time Zhuang Zhou also cupped his hands and said:

"Mr. Kong, you are too kind. I am new here and need your guidance."

Kong Yingda nodded slightly, his eyes revealing his admiration for Zhuang Zhou.

He continued:

"Master Zhuang, I no longer have any doubts about your wisdom and talent.

I wonder what you think about the imperial examination this spring?

I would like to hear it.”

After hearing this, Zhuang Zhou immediately bowed and said:

"I don't have any brilliant ideas! To be honest, I don't even understand the scientific research process."

Kong Yingda waved his hand and said:

"Hey, since His Majesty has appointed you as the deputy examiner, you must have unique insights. Master Zhuang is too modest."

Zhuang Zhou was speechless.

He really doesn't understand scientific research!

Besides, why did Li Er want him to be the imperial examiner?

This was clearly just to give him a chance to show off.

But now it seems that Kong Yingda wants to test himself!

After thinking about it, I could only continue to say modestly:

"Mr. Kong, you are overpraising me. I only know a little bit about poetry and songs.

I don't really know much about this scientific expedition.

But since Your Majesty has appointed me, I will do my best to live up to the expectations of Your Majesty and Mr. Kong."

"Great! This poem is also one of the subjects in the imperial examination, so that's good enough."

Kong Yingda nodded, and suddenly turned to Li Er in the hall and said loudly:

"His Majesty!

Today, all the ministers are gathered together, why not have some fun by composing poems!"

"Okay!"

Li Erben was also a person who loved poetry very much.

After hearing what Kong Yingda said, he immediately agreed:

"My dear ministers, is there anyone willing to compose a poem to cheer us up?"

at this time.

Among the ministers, Yan Zhitui also echoed loudly:

"Everyone!

I once heard a poem that was extremely well written.

Later we learned that it was actually written by Master Zhuang.

There is one sentence that I like very much, and I will read it to you. "

As he spoke, Yan Zhitui stood up and read aloud:

"I searched for him among the crowd for hundreds of times. Suddenly I turned around and found him there, in the dimly lit place!"

"???"