Emperor Wen gently picked up a handful of beef instant noodles with his chopsticks and slowly placed them in his mouth. As he chewed the noodles, a rich beef aroma spread throughout his mouth, tantalizing his taste buds. Each noodle seemed like a meticulously crafted work of art, smooth and chewy.
The taste astounded Emperor Wen. It was far more delicious than any bowl of noodles he'd ever tasted at Jinse Noodle House. His eyes narrowed slightly, a look of satisfaction evident. He then carefully took another sip of the soup, which tasted like freshly brewed bone broth, rich and fragrant. Each sip was a feast for the senses, intoxicating him.
Emperor Wen closed his eyes, quietly savoring the wonderful flavor. The warmth and aroma of the broth seemed to penetrate the depths of his soul, causing him to forget all his worries and fatigue. At this moment, he was immersed in the delight brought by the delicious food, feeling particularly relaxed. This bowl of beef instant noodles was more than just food; it was an emotional sustenance, allowing him to experience the beauty and satisfaction of life.
Emperor Wen wolfed down his beef instant noodles, closing his eyes and savoring them. This bowl of noodles was truly magical. Although there was no visible beef, the rich aroma of beef spread across his tongue. He sighed, feeling as if he were transported to a wondrous world of delicious food.
And the plain, plain water was transformed into something completely different. As if enchanted, it became a bowl of rich bone broth, its aroma intoxicating and refreshing. Emperor Wen was filled with surprise and satisfaction; he had never imagined that a simple bowl of instant noodles could offer such a unique taste experience.
Every bite was a delight, each one bringing him a sense of life's small joys. This bowl of noodles not only filled his stomach but also warmed his heart. In that moment, he forgot all his worries and fatigue, immersed in the joy brought by the delicious food.
Emperor Wen's face was full of smiles, his eyes narrowed into slits. He laughed and said to Concubine An, "I didn't know Luo Xiaoqi had such ability! What a surprise!" Emperor Wen's voice was full of admiration and amazement, as if he had discovered a shining pearl.
Emperor Wen's eyes revealed joy, and he continued, "Reward! I will reward her handsomely!"
Concubine An bowed slightly and gracefully, her voice soft and sincere as she spoke, "Your Majesty, Xiao Qi wants to give this beef instant noodles to the soldiers at the border. Do you know, Your Majesty, that whenever Cheng Jin encountered battle at the border, he and the soldiers endured the hardships of eating dry rations and drinking from streams. Xiao Qi loves her cousin, and even more so, the soldiers who fought bravely for the Great Zhao Kingdom. She hopes not only that her cousin can get a taste of home, but that every soldier can taste these delicious noodles and feel your Majesty's love for them!"
After hearing Concubine An's words, Emperor Wen's eyes also shone with tears. "My dear Cheng Jin! I wish he could return to the palace, but... I'm afraid those people will be jealous of his favor and try to harm him! I will let Xiao Qi lead the imperial kitchen to make beef instant noodles and send them to the soldiers at the border. If the soldiers give good feedback later, I will let Xiao Qi take full charge of the army's dry food!"
Concubine An immediately knelt and said, "I thank your Majesty for your grace!"
The next morning, the sun shone through the thin clouds onto Eunuch Gao. He held the imperial edict in his hand, with a solemn expression, and walked towards the general's mansion step by step.
At the gate of the General's Mansion, Luo Lingzhang and his men had been waiting for a long time. Seeing Eunuch Gao's arrival, he hurried forward to greet him, his face full of respect.
Eunuch Gao smiled slightly and said to Luo Lingzhang, "Your Majesty! This is such a great joyous event! Please let Miss Luo come out to receive the decree!" There was a hint of excitement in his voice that was hard to conceal.
Luo Lingyue hurried out, supported by her maid. Her face still wore a hint of weariness, but her eyes revealed a resolute and courageous look. When she saw the crowd kneeling outside the gate, she couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement.
Eunuch Gao slowly opened the imperial edict. His voice was high and solemn, as if it could penetrate the entire general's mansion: "In compliance with the will of Heaven, the Emperor proclaims: Luo Lingyue of the General's Manor is of virtuous character and extraordinary intelligence. She helps me share my worries and cares about the soldiers at the border! She is specially appointed as a county lady to honor her virtue!" Every word was like a heavy hammer, striking the hearts of the onlookers.
At this moment, there was silence outside the General's Mansion, with only Eunuch Gao's voice echoing. Everyone's eyes were focused on Luo Lingyue, and they were proud of her.
Luo Lingyue accepted the imperial edict and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace! Long live the Emperor!"
Eunuch Gao gave her a slight support and said, "Miss Luo, please stand up quickly! His Majesty has asked you to personally lead the imperial chef to prepare the first batch of beef instant noodles. This time, they are for the Luo family army, as long as they feel it can be used as dry rations. His Majesty has envisioned that in the future, all dry rations for the military camps of Dazhao Kingdom will be supervised by Miss Luo!"
Luo Lingyue was secretly delighted, but her expression remained silent, like a quietly blooming flower. She wondered, was this the beginning of her journey to becoming an imperial merchant? Her eyes gleamed with excitement and anticipation, but her face remained as calm as a lake. She calmly addressed Eunuch Gao, "I will definitely live up to your majesty's trust!"
Eunuch Gao gazed at Luo Lingyue, admiration in his eyes. He keenly noticed her composure, her composure in the face of adversity. This calmness and confidence filled him with admiration. He nodded slightly, as if conveying a silent affirmation to Luo Lingyue, his admiration for her growing stronger.
Within half a day, news of Luo Lingyue's concern for the soldiers guarding the border spread like wildfire throughout the capital. People praised her act of kindness endlessly, for in their eyes, it was truly rare for a noblewoman from a prominent family to care for the soldiers guarding the border.
These soldiers at the border were all sons of ordinary people, the protectors of their country. Luo Lingyue's action, like the warm sunshine, made her stand tall and glorious in the hearts of the common people!
Some scholars even said excitedly: "If anyone dares to say that Luo Lingyue is a nymphomaniac again, I will be the first to stand up and never agree!" Their admiration for Luo Lingyue was beyond words.
"Yes! Miss Luo, no, she should be respectfully called Princess Luo! She is simply a fairy who has descended to the earth!" People sighed, and words of praise for Luo Lingyue came like a tide.
"My son is guarding the border. He won't have to chew on those dry and hard rations anymore. He can also have a bowl of delicious beef noodles specially made from Shangjing!" Tears of gratitude flashed in a mother's eyes. She knew very well what this kind act meant to her son who was far away.
Luo Lingyue's kindness and care flowed like a clear spring through the hearts of the people, warming the entire Shangjing City. Her actions not only won the admiration of the people, but also filled them with gratitude. In this moment, Luo Lingyue became a hero in the hearts of the people, and her image will be forever etched in their memories.
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