Royal Palace.

The Hall of Nourishing Heart.

After Zhu Yuanzhang went to court, he returned to his bedroom with a gloomy face, looking like he was not unhappy.

Pang Yuhai followed behind, not daring to express his anger for fear that he would say the wrong thing and be used as a punching bag by Zhu Yuanzhang.

During the morning session this morning, Tang Duo, Minister of the Ministry of War, suddenly made a report and suggested that all military rations for the border garrison this year should be purchased from Hong Binlou. This has never happened before.

"This Tang Duo is really becoming more and more courageous! I wonder if he has received any benefits from Hu Fei!"

Zhu Yuanzhang cursed and sat on the sofa while saying angrily.

"Your Majesty, please calm down and have a sip of tea to calm down."

Pang Yuhai shrank his neck, poured a cup of tea for Zhu Yuanzhang, and said cautiously.

"Well, my throat is almost smoking from his anger!"

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and drank all the tea in the cup as he spoke.

Seeing this, Pang Yuhai hurriedly took another drink.

"How can military supplies, food and grass be a piece of cake!? I think it's time for Tang Duo to take a good beating!"

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned and said thoughtfully.

Pang Yuhai was very sensible and did not answer the conversation. He knew that His Majesty was angry, and the smartest thing to do at this time was to shut up.

"I just don't understand. Is that long-lasting hot pot really so delicious?"

Zhu Yuanzhang then turned to look at Pang Yuhai and asked in confusion.

Pang Yuhai was stunned for a moment, and screamed in pain in his heart. After all, he still didn't escape. Since His Majesty had asked, he had to answer the question no matter what.

"Your Majesty, the taste is indeed... really good."

"This item has now not only set off a wave outside the palace, but even in the palace, it has become known to everyone. All the empresses in the palace have recently begun to purchase it, including the empress."

"I am very lucky. When I went to Kunning Palace to do business for His Majesty a few days ago, I was fortunate enough to be rewarded by the Queen. I tried it. It is the first delicacy I have tasted in so many years. The aftertaste is still there."

Pang Yuhai said slowly while observing Zhu Yuanzhang's reaction. The more he spoke, the more he couldn't help himself.

"Is it really that magical?!"

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned and asked with a doubtful expression.

"Your Majesty, you can give it a try."

Pang Yuhai saw that His Majesty was not angry, but became a little curious, so he smiled and couldn't help but say.

"In that case, go get me a pot! I want to see if it's really that delicious!"

Zhu Yuanzhang hesitated for a moment, waved his hand and said.

When Pang Yuhai heard this, he immediately agreed with a smile on his face.

After a long time.

Pang Yuhai borrowed a bucket for Zhu Yuanzhang from another concubine's palace, took a bowl of water, and poured it into the bottom of the pot. Everything was ready, and the two of them stood in front of the pot in anticipation.

Seeing the heat gradually coming out of the pot, Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes were full of curiosity.

Immediately afterwards, an indescribable fragrance slowly came out from the pot and enveloped the entire Nourishing Heart Hall.

Smelling this smell, Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly felt that his saliva was about to flow out, and he began to look forward to it even more.

After about half a stick of incense had passed, Pang Yuhai opened the lid and handed it to Zhu Yuanzhang.

Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't wait, so he picked up his chopsticks and started eating. From the first bite, he couldn't stop until he finished the whole pot.

Pang Yuhai stood aside and could only stare, drooling uncontrollably.

"Wonderful! Wonderful! Wonderful!"

"This thing is truly the most amazing thing in the world!"

Zhu Yuanzhang put down his chopsticks without feeling satisfied, and couldn't help but praise.

He had long been tired of eating the meals in the palace, and there were so many different kinds of food every day. Now when he suddenly ate something so delicious, delicious, and delicious, Zhu Yuanzhang felt completely different.

"This is just one of the flavors. It is said that in Hongbin Tower, there are countless strange dishes, all of which are unique in the world."

Pang Yuhai couldn't help but say, his eyes full of yearning that couldn't be concealed.

"Not bad!"

"Inform me of my decree and summon Tang Duo, Minister of War, to the palace for an audience!"

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled, nodded, and said loudly.

After a long time, Tang Duo, who heard that Zhu Yuanzhang had summoned him, came to the Yangxin Hall with anxiety.

As soon as he entered the hall, he smelled a smell unique to Changsheng Pot. He couldn't help being shocked and swallowed his saliva.

"Weak minister Tang Duo, please see your Majesty."

Tang Duo took a sneak peek at Zhu Yuanzhang and immediately knelt down to salute.

"Ai Qing, please live in peace."

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and raised his hand.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Tang Duo slowly stood up as he spoke.

"My dear, you should know that there are as many as 800,000 troops stationed at each roadside. Can a small Hong Bin Tower really afford it?!"

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Tang Duo and asked seriously.

"Back to Your Majesty, Mr. Hu has promised that once confirmed, he will do his best to ensure continuous supply and supply it in four installments, once a season. In order to show his sincerity to Your Majesty, he is willing to charge only one-third of the original price, and

He promised that if he purchases it for a long time, he is willing to charge only half of the fee in the first year. "

Tang Duo felt happy and answered hurriedly.

"Oh? Is there such a thing? He is somewhat loyal to the court."

When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, his smile became even bigger.

"Your Majesty, I have also thought carefully about it. The soldiers at the border are hardworking and their diet has always been simple. Over time, they will inevitably feel homesick. If you use a long pot instead, this hidden danger will be solved. In addition, the New Year is approaching.

, if they could eat such delicacies, hundreds of thousands of soldiers would definitely be grateful for His Majesty’s compassion.”

Tang Duo said while the iron was hot.

"Huh, you really know what I want to hear."

Zhu Yuanzhang snorted lightly and said thoughtfully.

"I don't dare, I just tell you the truth."

Tang Duo replied hurriedly.

"Okay, I have decided that the military rations for the border garrison this year will be Changsheng pot. If Hu Fei can really supply it continuously, he will purchase it from Hong Binlou every year in the future."

"The soldiers of the border army are indeed working hard, and with foreign enemies looking at us eagerly, it's time to boost their morale."

Zhu Yuanzhang asked slowly after pondering for a moment.

When Tang Duo heard this, his face was full of joy and he quickly knelt down to thank him.

Soon, Tang Duo went to Hongbin Tower in person and told Hu Fei the good news.

Immediately afterwards, Tang Bing deliberately revealed the news to the outside world, and it didn't take long for it to spread throughout the capital city, triggering another wave of panic buying.

Hu Fei was sitting in Hongbin Building, counting money until he was too weak.

...

Hu Mansion.

Front yard study.

Hu Weiyong was sitting on a chair, holding a cup of tea in his hand, and the smile on his face never stopped.

Qin Hai stood aside, holding two boxes of self-stimulating pot in his hands, his face equally full of joy.

"I didn't expect that this brat would dare to start a business with the Ministry of War, and even get it done? He's really brave!"

Hu Weiyong shook his head and said slightly reproachfully.

But although he was scolding with his mouth, he was happy in his heart.

Now everyone in the capital was talking about Hong Binlou and his son, with countless words of praise. How could he not be happy? This feeling was something he had fantasized about countless times.

Unexpectedly, the fantasy I once had has now come true.

"Master, why don't you give it a try?"

Qin Hai looked at Hu Weiyong, raised the long pot in his hand, and asked with a smile.

After hearing Qin Hai's words, Hu Weiyong coughed, put away the satisfied smile on his face, and looked embarrassed.
To be continued...