Chapter 470 The Cook Competition
"this……"
Wei Shuyu frowned and thought for a moment.
After pondering for a while, he bowed and said, "Your Majesty, the court doesn't really need to worry about this..."
“The kingdoms of the Western Regions are not fools.”
“Before the Tang Dynasty has determined the victor between the Tuyuhun and Xueyantuo, they will not act rashly.”
The ministers nodded in agreement.
indeed.
The Tang Dynasty is still the dominant power.
Unless the Tang Dynasty shows signs of decline, those small countries will not dare to break off relations.
"What I fear most is that delay might lead to unforeseen changes!" Fang Xuanling said worriedly.
"It won't be too late."
Wei Shuyu smiled and said, "The Tang Dynasty is nearly 5,000 li away from Yanqi. Even traveling non-stop, it would take more than three months."
"At least until they received a clear answer from the Tang Dynasty, Yanqi's heart was still with the Tang Dynasty."
The courtiers discussed the matter animatedly, debating its feasibility.
"You mean we can conquer Tuyuhun or Xueyantuo within three months?" Li Shimin asked after a moment's thought.
"That's right!"
Wei Shuyu nodded: "I can't guarantee anything about Xueyantuo."
"But Tuyuhun had Li Jing as its commander, while the Tibetans besieged them and Murong Shun caused trouble..."
"We can definitely win!"
Um?
Upon hearing Wei Shuyu's words, the courtiers immediately realized what was going on.
Tuyuhun was indeed the easiest point of attack.
The Tang Dynasty did not intend to attack Gaochang.
Instead, they stationed themselves nearby, giving Yanqi confidence to launch the first attack.
"War cannot be resolved so easily!"
Changsun Wuji stepped forward and said sarcastically, "What if we can't defeat Tuyuhun within three months?"
"No need to break it!"
Wei Shuyu smiled confidently: "As long as we suppress them, the kingdoms of the Western Regions will not dare to make a move!"
"Anyone who dares to act rashly will be met with the arrival of the Great Tang Dynasty when it conquers Tuyuhun..."
"That will be the time to settle scores later!"
"Let's see which small kingdom in the Western Regions dares to provoke the might of our Great Tang!"
Wei Shuyu's words were met with approval from the assembled officials, who stroked their beards and nodded in agreement.
"What if Li Jing is unable to suppress Tuyuhun?"
Wei Shuyu rolled his eyes.
"You old dog Changsun, what are you all about, talking bad news?"
"If the Tang Dynasty can't even suppress the Tuyuhun, how can it talk about dominating the other countries?"
Well……
That makes perfect sense.
Changsun Wuji's face flushed red.
"Alright."
Li Shimin nodded: "Issue an imperial decree... ordering Li Jing to conquer Tuyuhun within three months."
"At the very least, we must completely suppress Tuyuhun!"
With Li Shimin's words finished, the matter came to an end.
It's beyond our reach.
While soldiers are responsible for fighting on the front lines, the imperial court is responsible for coordinating the overall situation.
"Do any of my beloved ministers have anything else to report?" Li Shimin asked again.
Wei Shuyu returned to his position.
He played all the pieces he was supposed to play the day before yesterday.
The only thing I'm unsure about is the issue of obtaining citizenship by concealing my identity.
After thinking it over, Wei Shuyu decided to postpone it for a while.
Citizenship requires paying taxes, which may not be a good thing for those who have not registered their citizenship...
Let's talk about this when the Tang Dynasty has enough food.
"Court adjourned!"
After discussing some more matters, Li Shimin announced the adjournment of the court.
Time passed.
Five days passed in the blink of an eye, and the day of the Cook Competition arrived.
Cuiyun Residence.
The place was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, and was packed with people.
Today, Cuiyunju has gathered countless chefs, all for the purpose of participating in the chef competition.
Not to mention the 100 guan reward.
The title of First Master of the Kitchen alone is enough to drive them crazy.
"The Imperial Academy army, march forth!"
The students of the Imperial College held up banners and lined up with their heads held high.
As the strategist of the Imperial Academy's army, Wu Qiqi had no choice but to come and show her support.
"When Qiqi takes action, one is worth two."
"We will win on July 7th, we will definitely take first place!"
The group shouted at the top of their lungs.
"Thank you all for attending the Cook Competition, sponsored by Mr. Choi Shin-ki, Mr. Fang Yi-ai, and Mr. Qin Shan-dao!"
"The first place winner of the chef competition will receive a reward of 100 kan, the second place winner will receive 50 kan, and the third place winner will receive 20 kan..."
The manager of Cuiyunju was impeccably dressed and announced the rules from the high platform.
The three sat on the high platform, watching this scene with amusement.
“Remains, look at that big guy’s chest hair, it’s really thick. He’s a butcher, not a cook, right?”
"That's nothing. Look at that contestant, he looks shifty and has a hair growing out of the big mole on his nose."
"Yeah, it looks so unappetizing, all thumbs down!"
"That young lady is much prettier..."
The two kept making comments.
"Brother Jiji, Brother Aiai..."
Qin Shandao suddenly interjected, "Why haven't I found Sister Qiqi after searching for so long?"
Huh?
The two were immediately dumbfounded.
His gaze swept around...
As expected, Wu Qiqi was not seen.
Where is she?
"It seems they haven't arrived yet."
"Holy shit."
"Holy shit."
"Holy crap!"
What should we do?
"Make it cold!"
The Imperial Palace.
Li Yuan strode out of the imperial study with a pigeon-toed gait, a golden rattan cane tucked into his waistband.
His arrogant demeanor was as if he had just come from the Wan Hua Pavilion.
"Why didn't you agree earlier? Why did you have to make me use the golden rattan cane!" Li Yuan sneered, unable to contain his smugness.
Li Yuan wanted to leave the palace to participate in the chef competition.
Li Er wouldn't allow it!
Shouldn't I give you a loving lesson?
"Your Majesty, don't be so smug, it's almost too late!" Wu Qiqi grabbed Li Yuan's sleeve and ran away.
"Don't worry, at worst I'll issue an order for another competition!" Li Yuan said domineeringly.
Ever since he smoked that beast, his throat has started to rattle.
"..."
Wu Qiqi was speechless: "Your Majesty, you are traveling incognito."
"Yeah?"
Li Yuan chuckled and said, "It's alright. In my heart, your cooking skills will always be the best."
"Remember to cook two more dishes tomorrow, I'll send them to that wretched beast!"
Inside the Imperial Study.
Li Shimin covered his arm, his face turning pale and then purple.
I got picked again!
I was actually drawn again!
"Wang De!"
Li Shimin, his face flushed, shouted loudly.
"This servant...this servant is here!" Wang De stepped forward cautiously.
"I want you to go to Da'an Palace..."
Li Shimin shouted with a gloomy face.
But before he could finish speaking, Wang De interrupted him...
"Your Majesty, this servant dares not."
Wang De knelt down with a thud, crying, "The Emperor Emeritus is still your father. This act violates the moral order and is intolerable to Heaven..."
Um?
Li Shimin was stunned.
They realized it very quickly...
Bang.
Li Shimin kicked Wang De to the ground.
"What are you thinking? Do you think I'm that kind of person?"
Wang De knelt down.
He muttered to himself...
Isn't that so?
You killed Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji.
"Your Majesty...Your Majesty, please forgive me."
Wang De knelt on the ground in fear: "This servant is foolish and does not understand Your Majesty's will."
"I order you to steal the golden rattan cane!"
Li Shimin gritted his teeth.
If he steals the golden rattan cane, Li Yuan won't be able to attack him.
They also burned all the rattan in his palace!
"ah?"
Wang De remained silent.
That's all.
That makes things simple...
As the chief eunuch.
Anyone who dares to disobey him will be killed and thrown into a dry well!
"Your Majesty, rest assured, this servant will certainly not fail in her mission!"
Wang Dexin accepted the order with great conviction.
"Um."
Li Shimin nodded: "As long as you steal the golden rattan cane, you won't need to clean the dressing room or empty the chamber pot anymore."
"Your Majesty, please rest assured."
The maidservant wore a look of grim determination: "If you don't bring back the golden rattan cane, I'll bring you a bucket!"
"Um?"
Li Shimin frowned.
"Ah, no."
Wang De hurriedly changed his tune: "If I can't get the golden rattan cane back, I'll bring my head to you!"
"Um."
Li Shimin nodded: "By the way, did you empty your chamber pot today?"
"..."
Can we please not bring this up?
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