King Jiangdu had long forgotten that the person he was chatting with now was the brat he wanted to beat to death just now.
And the four sons of King Jiangdu didn't remember at all. They were surrounding the son of someone else's family in their parents' mouth - the man who was born in a poor family but was talented. Not only did Zhu Ying favor him, but even the emperor also favored him.
They valued Zhang Shou very much. Even the resentment they had towards Zhang Shou for being too good when their mother used to criticize him was now forgotten by the brothers.
Because after Zhang Shou found out their hobbies, he did not encourage them to learn, let alone make progress, even if they were fighting cocks and walking dogs, even fishing and horse racing.
Yes, don't care what others say, the person who points fingers is just a rich man, as if he has completely forgotten what he once said to the dandy in Cuiyunjian.
Of course, even if any of the four brothers knew about the past, Zhang Shou would have enough excuses - those guys who were not favored at home and had no talent for studying and practicing martial arts, so they had always been marginalized, could compare to King Jiangdu.
His beloved children? But since he didn't have the opportunity to use this rhetoric, he would exercise some restraint to avoid being unable to maintain his character as a strict teacher.
At this moment, when he saw Princess Jiangdu bringing the Lord of Hailing County out again with a subtle look on her face, and Zhu Ying and the fourth prince behind him laughing and joking without any pressure, he knew that although the shrewd and exposed princess might not have fully accepted this incident,
It happened, but at least he understood the cause and effect. So, he considered whether he should retire after his success.
Otherwise, would it be possible to act as Song Juren's elder and continue discussing marriage here?
As Princess Jiangdu coughed heavily, Prince Jiangdu, who had just been chatting in a lively manner, instantly returned to his majestic image as a county king. He left Song Juren, who just now was talking about some young blacksmiths in Tiangongfang, and quickly returned to his wife.
Next to them, and returning immediately, are the four brothers who have just woken up from a dream. At first glance, the five father and son are surrounding the mother and daughter, it is like a star-studded February!
Faced with this scene, the fourth prince who was originally behind Princess Jiangdu slipped to Zhang Shou like a slippery fish, and then said softly: "Teacher, I made it clear about what happened at Xinglong Tea House today, without adding any extraneous details.
But I didn't hide it. Even if I didn't say it, someone would definitely say it in the future... Sister Yingying is very generous, she actually said a few words to help the third sister."
The fourth prince paused as he spoke, then glanced at Song Juren and murmured in a low voice: "But I didn't speak for Song. I think he is not worthy of Sister A Ling. He has no money and no power.
Yes, is it possible that I will still rely on Sister A-Ling to support the family in the future?"
Song Juren had never thought that the fourth prince would stab him in the heart before the Jiangdu King's family had clearly shown their contempt for him. Although he was a little embarrassed, his family knew about his family affairs. Now that the atmosphere had relaxed a little,
He simply burst into anger and poured out everything that was on his mind.
"I have neither money nor power. After all, although I am from the Song family in Guangdong, I am not the master of the Song family. I used to rely on subsidies from the family to be able to study and live comfortably, and I also learned to make sugar water.
I didn’t know that I could be a Jinshi in the Year of the Monkey, and I couldn’t talk about being a powerful person. So, even though I am not young, I have never talked about getting married, because I don’t want to burden others.”
"The county magistrate is the first girl to say that she likes me. Although I don't know if she just likes my cooking skills or likes me as a person. In fact, my skill in making sugar water may be ranked high in the capital.
No., but it is very common in Guangdong, where there are many long-established sugar water shops and many master craftsmen... After all, it is suitable for growing sugar cane and you can make sweets come alive."
"But no matter what, I am very grateful to the county master. No matter whether King Jiangdu and Princess allow it, I have nothing to say. This way to participate in the Royal Chef Selection Competition, I am more like stumbling than passing five levels and defeating six generals.
, I relied on good fortune to reach this point, but I have already thought about it. If I open a shop in the capital next, the reputation and freshness should be maintained for a while. "
"And if I work harder and make all the things in the cookbook left by Grandpa Taizu, even if the shop cannot become a big success, it can at least continue to operate. Studying for the imperial examination and becoming an official are other people's opinions on me.
It is my hobby to study recipes and cook by myself. Maybe one day, I will regret not doing my job properly, but at least not now."
"Although I feel a little sorry for my mother who wants me to branch out, if she is not a girl who can support my hobby, I will not marry, so as not to delay her, and also avoid delaying me, and become a resentful couple in the future. It is impossible for me in this life.
I am rich and powerful, but food is the most important thing for the people. I very much hope that after all the overseas crops mentioned by Dr. Zhang are transplanted here in the future, I can make more and better ones."
"There is a sentence at the end of Emperor Taizu's recipe that I have always regarded as a wise saying. Happiness is the taste of sweetness."
Zhang Shou didn't expect that Fang Qing, who had been scolded by Fang Qing as a Song bastard, who had been trembling before and even kept asking him for advice, was really impressive at this moment. Not only did his words have a very sincere flavor, but also
It's also very emotional and reasonable, and it's very impressive to girls at first glance. Especially the last quote from Taizu, it's really a stroke of genius.
Had Song Juren long ago considered using this phrase as a signboard for the sweet water shop? No, once Cantonese-style sweet water opens in the capital, it would be a bit unsophisticated to call it sweet water. It should be changed to a name like Song Ji Dessert, which would be appreciated by both refined and popular tastes, and more
Can attract people.
Zhang Shoudu felt that Song Juren was completely different, and the fourth prince was even more shocked. He even touched his forehead to test whether he had a fever, and then couldn't help but murmur to himself: "Father said that there are many people in this world.
They are all pretty good at pretending, I never believed it, but today I finally saw it!"
You should know that this guy looked sad and unreliable when he was on the road!
Zhu Ying, on the other hand, touched her smooth chin thoughtfully, but thought to herself, even with Song Juren's usually unreliable character, he would say such sweet and obedient words sometimes, which shows that if a person is truly affectionate,
When Zhang Shougang met her, he would always keep her away from her, but now she often says nice things!
Sure enough, everyone else was astonished. It was the first time they met the Lord of Hailing County in Song Juren today. Their hearts were throbbing and their emotions were uncontrollable. If her mother's hand hadn't been holding her tightly at this moment, she wouldn't have known it.
Love is nothing, but she just has her own way in everything, so she just rushes forward!
Keren was dragged by her mother, but she still had full freedom to speak. At this time, she couldn't help but said: "I said, there are many cooks who can make sweets and snacks, but I have never thought that they are very good! But
I think Mr. Song, it’s good that you can wholeheartedly work hard for your own hobbies. My father was like this when he first learned to blacksmith!”
The head of Hailing County completely didn't notice that King Jiangdu was glaring at him angrily and anxiously at this time. She still smiled brightly and completely, completely forgetting King Jiangdu's instructions to her - she must call him father in front of outsiders. Only in this way can she
It shows the majesty of the royal family. Anyway, she has changed her title many times in front of people today.
"It's because you like making desserts and don't like being an official that I asked you if you would like to be my father's son-in-law! None of my four brothers likes to study, and their martial arts skills are not very good, but they are all very good people, and they are all mine.
Good brother! I don’t want a husband who is versatile in both civil and military affairs and is eager to learn and make progress. Wouldn’t that make them lose face?”
What is meant by a word that wakes up a dreamer? At this moment, the words of Lord Hailing had such a miraculous effect. At that moment, the fourth prince was dumbfounded, Zhu Ying couldn't help laughing crazy, and even Zhang Shou couldn't help but marvel at the truth of Lord Hailing.
It's an extremely strange brain circuit.
If you really think about it, it's absolutely true! The son-in-law is too capable, and the son is too good-for-nothing. Wouldn't it be awkward to get along with this uncle? Just like Zhu Er and him, it was because Zhu Er was completely obsessed with him, or in other words, Ah Liu was fooled
He was scared and convinced, and Zhu Er has now listened to him and started to concentrate on managing the character of Zhu Gong Haonong, otherwise he and Zhu Er would really not be able to get along.
As for Zhu Tingfang... To be honest, he really keeps a distance from this kind of perfectionist, and Zhu Tingfang probably treats him too!
King Jiangdu, who was originally full of complaints, couldn't help but feel his eyes well up after hearing the powerful words of Hailing County Lord. He was completely moved by his daughter. He glared viciously at the four equally excited people.
The son shouted angrily: "You four are all useless. As long as you grow up a little, how could A Ling have such thoughts..."
Seeing that her four sons were so ashamed, but her husband still kept a straight face and continued to lecture, Princess Jiangdu felt even more tired. As a father, don't you have some thoughts in your heart?
What makes you better than your sons is that your martial arts are not bad, but you are also good at galloping. The problem is that the court's current method of fighting against the Northern prisoners is that the cavalry has long been just an auxiliary, and the most powerful one is the firearm volley.
He will never compete with others in cavalry and archery tactics. Even Zhao Guogong Zhu Jing's extremely powerful galloping archery has no use. He is what he is today because he is very good at commanding firearms battalions.
You, a father who doesn't study, is good at skills that are now out of date, doesn't want to take care of things, and regards blacksmithing as his biggest hobby to show off all over the capital. Now you are still teaching your son the right way to burden your daughter... Where is your face?
Of course, I don’t ask you and your son to improve at all, but as a father, you really think that you have set a good example for your sons!
"That's enough!" Princess Jiangdu couldn't bear it anymore and had to stop King Jiangdu's godson with an angry shout. Seeing her husband shut up, her daughter shut up, and her sons drooped their heads one by one, she couldn't help rubbing her eyebrows in annoyance.
She is the only one who has mastered everything in this family. Look at this big family that doesn’t make anyone worry!
The most important thing is that there are many outsiders in front of me. It is really embarrassing to be exposed in front of outsiders!
Seeing Princess Jiangdu's extremely troubled expression, Zhang Shou held the fourth prince's hand, and then said with a smile: "Yingying, the fourth prince, I just sent the Lord of Hailing County over. As for Mr. Song, then...
I came here on an order to deliver snacks. Now that people and things have been delivered, we will leave first."
Before Zhu Ying and the fourth prince could raise any objections, Zhang Shou grabbed one by one and dragged the two away. The fourth prince did not dare to bargain because of the third prince's instructions, so he could only yell bitterly for King Jiangdu.
Don't forget to replenish your things, and Zhu Ying waved goodbye to the Lord of Hailing County with some regret.
As for Song Juren, when he found out that Zhang Shou had taken people away irresponsibly, he panicked and flew to Java with all the composure he had just had. But when he was about to ask for help, he could only
Seeing Zhang Shou walking a dozen steps away, he suddenly turned around and smiled at him.
"Young Master Song, just stay as you are. Don't forget, you were once at war with Princess Yongping, and you once talked in front of the emperor. Having no money or power is not your shortcoming, that is your advantage."
"If it were to be replaced by my future brother-in-law who comes from a noble family, has both civil and military skills, and is extremely talented, most girls can't afford it!" At this point, Zhang Shou saw King Jiangdu looking at him angrily.
At one glance, he was slightly startled, and then he realized where this strange look came from, and immediately started laughing.
"As for a person like me who is particularly trouble-making and causes all kinds of troubles at every turn. I often have to help my in-laws clean up the mess, otherwise I will get into big trouble. It doesn't matter if I am my wife, my father-in-law, my mother-in-law, my uncle, or my brother-in-law.
You have to have a strong heart, otherwise you will either be scared to death or angry to death."
Song Juren did not expect Zhang Shou to leave, but in the end he even went so far as to make a fool of himself. Now, he who seemed a little pitiful because of being abandoned, suddenly cheered up.
Zhu Ying's eldest brother Zhu Tingfang is a monster that he can't even catch up with; and a guy like Zhang Shou who is extremely powerful is really beyond his reach. However, being ordinary has its advantages. He will not go to the most dangerous places to charge into battle.
You won’t offend so many big shots in the court!
Zhang Shou glanced at the thoughtful King Jiangdu and the complicated-looking Princess Jiangdu, and then said with a smile: "In addition, although the four sons of King Jiangdu cannot be said to be the best among men, they are all sincere.
A good brother who loves his sister. Just now King Jiangdu scolded them for not being motivated, but if they are really too ambitious, wouldn't you be worried?"
"When you are alive, peace is a blessing."
Seeing Zhang Shou slightly nod his head in courtesy after saying these words, and then he took Zhu Ying with one hand and the fourth prince with the other, and walked away, King Jiangdu suddenly felt a little bit in his heart. His hobby of blacksmithing is certainly true, isn't it?
Pretend, but the reason why I was obsessed with this in the first place, and I only use a few ingredients every month, is because peace is a blessing, isn't it?
This is much safer than practicing galloping and archery on the road every day. In the peaceful and prosperous times, it didn't matter if the emperor practiced riding and archery every day, but it didn't matter if he was a county prince. And it didn't matter if his sons were not good at literature or martial arts.
As long as the character is passable... As Zhang Shou said, a good brother who loves and protects his sister can never be bad no matter how bad he is!
King Jiangdu, who watched Zhang Shou and the others leave, didn't even notice that there was another figure quietly following him away - not only him, but others also didn't notice this scene. But Song Juren was different. He found that
Ah Liu was about to leave now, and he was about to ask someone to stay to embolden him, when he saw Ah Liu stretched out his hand and clenched his fist and waved at him. He didn't know it was encouragement, he just thought it was a threat, and he quickly shut up.
Soon, he heard the voice of King Jiangdu: "Well, since A Ling likes you, well, then come with me to the study and let us have a good chat! It doesn't matter if you don't have money or power, as long as you have good character,
If you don’t cause trouble, it’s not like I can’t consider it!”