99 Chapter 99
◎Happy event.◎
In just one month, the glass was successfully developed. However, the garlic would have to wait for some time before it could be harvested. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Liu Ju ordered his men to try to distill a high-concentration alcohol.
Liu Che developed a strong interest in high-concentration alcohol. The clever emperor quickly figured out the trick and tried to get someone to make him some purer distilled liquor.
Distilled liquor had already existed in this era, but their distillation technology was certainly not as good as that of later generations. No wonder even Emperor Liu Che coveted this technology.
But Liu Ju flatly refused his father.
Liu Che frowned in dissatisfaction: "I know that brewing wine requires grain, but I just drink a few cups, it won't cost much..."
Liu Ju interrupted him, "What the superior enjoys, the subordinates will inevitably pursue even more. My dear, the Xiongnu are still rampant, and the humiliation suffered by Taizu and Empress Gao has not yet been completely washed away. I think we should not indulge in pleasure."
Liu Che was silent for a moment, rubbed Liu Ju's head, and said, "Forget it." He looked at the distilling equipment behind Liu Ju and said, "Wait until Zhongqing and Qubing help me defeat the Xiongnu. There will be no need to worry about not having a day to drink."
In order to fight the Huns, His Majesty the Emperor is willing to make some sacrifices.
Liu Ju lowered his eyes and said, "That day will come."
Liu Che completely withdrew his gaze, patted Liu Ju on the shoulder, and said with a smile: "Ju'er, what you said just now was very worthy of a prince."
Liu Ju looked up at his father. He could see that there was no grudge in his eyes at this moment. He really had a good temper and was a good emperor who could listen to advice.
"Aunt, I will be a good prince." Liu Ju said.
Although he didn't know why his son suddenly wanted to express his determination, Liu Che still gave him face. He encouraged him, "Of course, my son will definitely surpass me!"
Liu Ju thought, maybe it’s because I’m really old that I always want to sigh like this.
Liu Che took his son's hand and said with a smile, "Come, follow me to your mother's place. Your aunt Pingyang brought your cousin Cao Xiang into the palace today and is now with your mother."
I guess they've started discussing the marriage between my elder sister and my cousin Cao Xiang...
Liu Ju calculated the age of his eldest sister. Princess Wei Chang was already sixteen years old this year. According to the regulations of this dynasty, women who were over fifteen years old and did not get married would be subject to additional taxes, but of course, no one dared to ask the Grand Princess for taxes.
In this era when women generally married early, marriage discussions did not begin until she was sixteen years old, which shows how much Liu Che doted on his eldest daughter.
Moreover, marriage between close relatives is absolutely not allowed in today's society, but in this era, marrying his daughter to his elder sister's son is obviously Liu Che's favoritism towards his eldest daughter.
Along the way, Liu Ju thought and thought again, but he could not think of a reasonable reason to stop this marriage.
Moreover, when Liu Ju saw Liu Yuan in the Pepper Room, she was looking at Cao Xiang shyly. Just this one look showed her feelings.
Thinking about their previous life, although Cao Xiang died early, the relationship between the couple was indeed always good.
Childhood sweethearts, who are inseparable and in love with each other, it is a good marriage.
Liu Ju sighed silently. He could only remind Cao Xiang to take care of his health in the future, or...
After Cao Xiang died, he introduced some good men to his elder sister as soon as possible and urged her to remarry as soon as possible to avoid being married to a liar by her father who only wanted to become an immortal.
However, whether Cao Zong could be prevented from being involved in the witchcraft disaster was not something Liu Ju could guarantee; it depended on his father.
Cao Xiang was originally sitting upright behind his mother, but he suddenly felt a real gaze - obviously, it was not from the eldest princess.
He couldn't help but look around secretly, only to find that it was the prince who was looking at him.
Cao Xiang didn't understand why the prince seemed to be pitying him and... seemed to be quite ashamed of himself?
But soon Cao Xiang had no time to think about anything else, because his mother, Princess Pingyang, and His Majesty the Queen verbally agreed on his marriage with the eldest princess.
Cao Xiang's heart immediately returned to its original place, and then soared with joy. Although his mother had repeatedly assured him that there was absolutely no accident, he could not feel at ease until this moment.
The three parents and the two parties involved were very satisfied with this marriage. Liu Che waved his hand and asked the two newly engaged people to go out for a walk and talk. Cao Xiang was naturally eager, but Liu Yuan was a little shy and pulled Liu Ju, who had not reacted, along.
Liu Ju: “…” I don’t want to be a light bulb.
Liu Yuan's palms were sweaty as she held Liu Ju's hands. Liu Ju's hands, which wanted to break free, stopped for a moment and he was pulled out of the door obediently by his elder sister.
But soon, Liu Ju regretted his momentary weakness. Why did he have to face his sister's love scene?
As the marriage between Princess Wei Chang and Cao Xiang was finalized, good news also came from the Guanjun Marquis's mansion: the Guanjun Marquis's wife was pregnant.
Li Ying said, "Is this the... Huo Xian?"
Liu Ju fell into deep thought.
Li Ying asked curiously, "Your Highness, what's wrong?"
Liu Ju said, "I'm trying to recall the year Huo Xian was born."
Li Ying hurriedly asked, "Have you thought about it? Which year was it?"
Liu Ju affirmed, "Originally it should have been the year after next."
Li Ying said: "Are you sure?"
"Of course." Liu Ju said.
Compared with his gradually blurred memories of Huo Qubing in his previous life, Liu Ju's memories of Huo Shan were much clearer.
Because his father was too sad about his cousin's early death, Huo Shan was brought into the palace at an early age. Although he held the title of Shizhong, he did not perform his duties. This was just an excuse for the emperor to keep him in the palace for education.
At that time, Liu Ju was still the crown prince who was deeply favored by His Majesty, and he was also related to Huo Shan, so naturally they had a lot of contact.
It’s a pity that Huo Xian died young after just a few years.
This time, the child who came nearly a year earlier, could it be Huo Xian?
Huo Qubing, who knew nothing about it, did not have such anxiety. He was only happy about his wife's pregnancy.
However, General Xiao Huo was very careful about his external influence, so this expression of happiness could only be seen by those close to him.
When he saw Liu Ju, Huo Qubing said with a smile: "Your Highness has indeed bumped into the Taiyi God. You are right."
Liu Ju also laughed and said, "Cousin, it's not good to imitate my grandfather in this regard. Since you want to be an grandfather, it must be that you have bumped into the Taiyi God."
Huo Qubing raised his chin and said, "I'm really awesome!"
Liu Ju's smile was more genuine this time. "You're amazing, cousin. Do you prefer a daughter or a son?"
"Of course it's my son!" Huo Qubing said without hesitation, "You can ask your uncle to teach him how to ride a horse, and then I will lead him to fight!"
Liu Ju was puzzled and asked, "Why didn't you teach him how to ride?"
Huo went to the pathology clinic and said, "Because my uncle taught me how to ride a horse."
Liu Ju: “…”
Although everyone was considered half Wei family, he really didn't understand what kind of strange inheritance this was.
However, Huo Qubing's joy comforted Liu Ju very well. Regardless of whether this child was Huo Shan or not, he was Huo Qubing's child.
As long as Huo Qubing lived peacefully, he would have more children.
…
Countdown to Reincarnation (4)
Liu Ju: @Fusu, please send me a copy of your caravan planning proposal.
Fusu: ????
Li Chengqian: Why do you always think about getting something for nothing? Can't you use your brain?
Fusu: I agree with Brother Li. Brother Liu, you have to learn to use your brain.
Liu Ju: This is the advantage of being a latecomer. In the future, I can also share with you the production of allicin. @李承乾
Li Chengqian: @Fusu, we must be good children who are good at sharing!
Fusu: ...
Fusu: face.
Liu Ju: Here’s to you, Brother Fusu. You want allicin too, right?
Fusu: I already have a microscope.
Liu Ju: ???
Liu Ju: Too much!
Liu Ju: Let me share this as well, thank you [Hold fist]
Li Chengqian: Although you made a mistake in learning from Prince Fusu in your previous life, you can make up for this regret in this life.
Fusu: ...
Liu Ju: ...
Fusu: @Liu Ju, I don’t want to share it with him anymore
Liu Ju: Same as above
Li Chengqian: Be generous, both of you, and pay more attention to the younger generation. Besides, if my father destroys me in a few years, you won't have to share anything.
Fusu: Don’t be impulsive.
Liu Ju: Don’t be impulsive.
Fusu: [Porcelain.txt] [Microscope.ppt] [Compass.ppt] [Caravan.ppt]
Li Chengqian: [Wow]
Liu Ju: Thank you, Brother Fusu [Cowfist]
Li Chengqian: [Calling fists]
Li Chengqian: [Thank you]
Liu Ju: @Li Chengqian, if you stop playing the victim, Brother Fusu will pity you.
Li Chengqian: ...
Fusu: ...Because I have a conscience.
Liu Ju: I don’t.
Li Chengqian: Brother Fusu, let’s exclude him!
…
Liu Ju sorted out all the documents sent to him by Fusu, and began to improve the caravan plan. After confirming that it was suitable for the current situation, he packed up all his things and got up to go to Xuanshi Hall to find his father.
The afternoon was the time for His Majesty to rest and relax. When he heard the Crown Prince request an audience, he casually waved his hand and said, "Please."
Liu Ju made his way through the procession of musicians, dancers, and singers, and came before his father, bowing: "Greetings, old man."
Liu Che smiled and said, "Come and sit down."
Liu Ju put down everything he was holding and then sat down in the direction his father pointed.
Liu Che casually asked, "What are you holding?"
Liu Ju said, "Please take a look, old man."
As he spoke, he very attentively handed one of the pieces of silk to his father.
Liu Che looked at it for a moment, then raised his hand to rub his forehead and sighed, "Ju'er."
Liu Che believed that he was not a ridiculous and lazy emperor. He was still very diligent in his daily government affairs, but... at least people cannot only do government affairs.
He has had a lot of things to do recently and really doesn't want to add a few more things, otherwise he will have no time to relax at all.
But Liu Ju was already right in front of him, and Liu Che could not pretend not to see it, otherwise the emperor would be very anxious.
The Emperor had no choice but to let the band leave with a look of regret, saying, "Zi'er, you're already very busy studying. These matters... don't need to be so urgent."
Take it slow, take it slow, His Majesty the Emperor thought to himself, gradual progress is the long-term solution.
Liu Ju smiled and nodded: "I understand, Aung."
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