Chapter 1236 Talking about being ugly, snakes can be ugly as monkeys
Chapter 1236 When it comes to being ugly, can a snake be as ugly as a cicada? Are there grasshoppers and wasps? (Please subscribe)
Li Ke's back was straight and he was sitting upright, with a peaceful expression without losing the majesty of a superior.
Looking at this young but majestic Prince and the Governor of Luzhou.
The leaders of Chang Ningxiu, big and small, who had never seen many big scenes, did not even dare to show off.
Mo Dan also seemed a little uneasy, sitting a little nervously, looking at Cheng Sanlang who was standing in the hall talking.
What Cheng Chubi said was very official and formulaic, which meant that he traveled south and visited many places.
The governor of Changning Prefecture was loyal to the imperial court, and the people under his rule lived and worked in peace and contentment, and Changning Prefecture was peaceful and happy.
It can be regarded as an excellent example and model in Jisi Prefecture under the rule of Luzhou Metropolitan Governor.
After hearing these words, Mo Dan and the leaders of Chang Ningli couldn't help but feel relieved, and they felt more and more that Cheng Changshi was very pleasing to their eyes.
"...On the way to inspecting Feijing, the lower official saw that the road leading to Feijing was in disrepair and was already overwhelmed."
"I discussed with Governor Mo and found the leader of Governor Mo. Therefore, I came here with Governor Mo to ask for instructions from His Highness..."
Li Ke showed an approving smile from time to time and nodded to indicate that he and Brother Chu Bi had been getting along for many years and had already developed a tacit understanding of each other.
Li Ke naturally heard the true meaning behind Brother Chu Bi's official expressions very clearly.
"I have been working hard for a long time. When I first arrived in Luzhou, I felt that Luzhou is located in the south of Shu."
"But the transportation here is indeed far inferior to that in central Sichuan. Since Cheng Changshi is determined to carry out large-scale construction and build roads to facilitate people's livelihood."
"Of course I don't mean anything by this. I didn't know you, Governor Mo..."
"Your Highness, what Cheng Changshi means is that he will go to our Jisi Prefectures to issue orders from the Governor's Office to recruit workers.
Regarding this point, I have no opinion, after all, if Tao builds roads, it will also be beneficial to us and other states."
"It's just that it's useless for just one official to agree. There are more than ten states in Luzhou and Jisi.
I can only guarantee that there will be no problems in Changning Prefecture, or even in other prefectures..."
Li Ke nodded noncommittally. This Governor Mo was also a slippery man, and he definitely didn't want to stand out alone.
However, I had discussed countermeasures with Brother Chu Bi before, and Li Keyun said calmly.
"What Governor Mo said makes sense. If that's the case, please ask Governor Mo to stay in Luzhou for a few more days.
The king will summon all the governors from all the states under Luzhou to gather in Luzhou to discuss the major transportation issues in Luzhou."
Mo Cishi felt relieved immediately. In this way, he could completely follow the crowd and quickly smiled flatteringly at Li Ke.
"Your Highness is wise, then Mo will stay in Luzhou temporarily and wait for His Highness to summon you."
Having said this, Mo Cishi paused and smiled at Li Ke sheepishly.
"The official heard from Cheng Changshi that there is a large trading company in Chang'an. It wants to build some kind of factory in Luzhou, and it needs to purchase black stone..."
"That's coal, coal, or peat, not black stone." Cheng Chubi reluctantly corrected the statement for Governor Mo.
Li Ke looked at Cheng Chubi and saw the other party nodded.
Li Ke smiled at Mo Dan and nodded slightly.
"I have also heard about this matter. Since it was Cheng Changshi who told you, there must be no lies."
"I didn't expect that people in Luzhou would actually be willing to buy those things. Thank you, Your Highness, for clearing up my doubts."
After hearing His Highness King Wu's endorsement of Cheng Sanlang, Mo Dan and the leaders of Chang Ningli couldn't help but smile.
Seeing this scene, King Wu Li Ke was a little confused. Is such a small thing worth being so happy?
I couldn't help but ask around, and found out that Cheng Chubi had dealings with Mo, the governor of the imperial court.
As long as they can transport the coal to Jingnan, one kilogram can give the coal seller fifty coins.
One thousand kilograms of coal costs fifty cents. This price is almost twenty or thirty cents lower than the price of coal in Chang'an.
After all, you, Mo Dan, are also a dignified governor of Sui Prefecture, but why are all the people here acting like they have never seen the world?
Cheng Chubi saw Li Ke's confused look and quickly coughed twice to remind Li Ke to control himself.
Then he walked to Mo Dan and stood in front of him, smiling at Mo Dan.
"Prince Mo, and all of you, now you should no longer doubt the authenticity of the matter, right?"
"I'm really ashamed, mainly because that thing is really not a good thing, and Cheng Changshi is willing to spend a lot of money... Now we have no doubts."
"In a moment, Mo will send people back to Changning Prefecture and ask the men in Changning Prefecture to dig out the stones as soon as possible and send the black stones to Jingnan."
"There's no need to be in such a hurry. By the way, Governor Mo and all the leaders, Mr. Cheng has been entertained by you these past two days."
"Since you have arrived in Luzhou today, I would like to ask you to have a good rest. Cheng will invite you to try the Luzhou Snake Feast tonight."
"Luzhou Snake Banquet?" Everyone focused their attention on Cheng Chubi.
A group of Changning people had never heard of the Luzhou Snake Banquet. As for Li Ke and Fang Jun, their faces turned slightly pale.
Eat snakes and prepare snake feasts?
Fortunately, the two of them were too proud to complain on the spot, and waited until the servants from the Governor's Mansion led Mo Dan and others down to settle down.
Li Ke couldn't wait to ask Cheng Chubi. "Brother Chubi, I heard that some people in Luzhou eat snakes."
"But that thing looks extremely ferocious, and it's also poisonous..."
Cheng Chubi looked at these two fearful brothers and immediately felt happy.
"Two worthy brothers, when it comes to being ugly, can a snake be more ugly than a cicada, a grasshopper, or a wasp?"
After hearing the three delicacies mentioned by Brother Chu Bi, Li Ke and Fang Jun couldn't help but swallow their saliva.
"So, when it comes to ingredients, don't just look at their appearance, but pay attention to their insides."
"Let me tell you, snake meat is more tender than chicken, and its delicious taste will make you want to come back."
"Okay, I won't tell you anymore, I'll go and deal with the snakes I brought back.
It’s just a good time for those Changning people to see the unique culinary genius of the Southwest.”
Li Ke and Fang Jun stared blankly at the proud Brother Chu Bi walking away, looking at each other in confusion.
Li Ke gritted his teeth and stamped his feet. "That's it, let's go and have a look first. After all, I haven't seen any delicacies cooked by Brother Chu Bi himself that are not delicious."
"But that's a snake, and that thing is poisonous." Fang Jun couldn't help but complain, but he still followed in Li Ke's footsteps.
When the two of them arrived at the kitchen courtyard where Cheng Chubi was, they saw a group of cooks and servants, all with dark faces, huddled in the kitchen fearfully.
They all looked nervous and pointed at Cheng Changshi outside the room.