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

However, to Zhuang Zhou's surprise, the banquet was 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 succeed.

As for Zhuang Zhou’s identity as the banished immortal boy, it doesn’t 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 has 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 have specially hosted 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, conferring upon Zhuang Zhou the title of 'Prince's Junior Tutor' and granting him a mansion and a thousand acres of fertile land in recognition of his achievements!"

As soon as these words came out.

There was a burst of applause and cheers in the hall.

Zhuang Zhou stood in the crowd, feeling everyone's attention and admiration, and an indescribable sense of pride welled 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 descended to the mortal world with an even more sincere heart.

He is not moved by money or gain, and is only dedicated to benefiting the people of the Tang Dynasty. He is my capable general.

From now on, I hope that all of you, my dear ministers, will work together with Zhuang Zhou to assist me in governing the country and creating a peaceful and prosperous era!

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 moved by money or interests.

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

Exploit is not necessarily a derogatory term.

Win-win cooperation is also a kind of utilization.

If a person is of no use, that is the most tragic 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 fresh roasted lamb was served.

Some ministers don't even use knives.

Pull off the ribs and start chewing them.

Good job!

This way of eating is really interesting.

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

That is all a historical heritage.

Our ancestors were all foodies.

Zhuang Zhou was also not polite.

He cut the meat with a knife 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 people of temperament, Zhuang Zhou naturally accepts everyone who comes to him.

"Thank you, Duke Lu!"

"Thank you for nothing!"

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

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

You have to give more advice to Chu Mo from now on."

Okay!

This is to build relationships.

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

Cheng Yaojin raised his eyebrows when he heard this:

"I heard from Your Majesty that you are planning to build a solar energy base in Mount Li?"

"That's true."

"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.

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