Daming: Old Zhu, we agreed not to rush!

Chapter 142 Mooncakes Must Be Fresh Meat
"Your Majesty, can't Mr. Su do it?"

Chang Yuchun looked at Zhu Yuanzhang who had been silent all this time and asked, he was straightforward and said whatever he wanted.

Xu Da on the side immediately said: "Your Majesty, if it is inconvenient, then forget it."

Xu Da's ability to observe words and expressions is still much better than Chang Yuchun's.

It can be seen from the styles of the two leaders that Xu Da is biased, while Chang Yuchun is brave.

"Nothing, what you said about this matter makes sense. If you can make some telescopes that can see farther, it will be of great benefit to the frontline soldiers."

Zhu Yuanzhang replied: "I will deal with this matter myself, Tiande Boren, you can rest assured."

Zhu Yuanzhang seemed to have thought of something, and he answered quite simply.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Xu Da and Chang Yuchun immediately saluted Zhu Yuanzhang respectfully, their faces filled with excitement and joy.

Next year's Northern Expedition, with the help of this telescope, is sure to win!

"Since you are here, I just asked the imperial dining room to deliver some mooncakes for you to take away. This year's mooncakes are really good."

Zhu Yuanzhang said to the two of them again.

Because I'm going to Su Jing's place for the Mid-Autumn Festival this year, since the two of them are here, it's better to send some mooncakes in advance.

"Your Majesty's gift, I thank you."

Chang Yuchun immediately said respectfully.

It is a great thing that Zhu Yuanzhang personally promised the telescope, and now he has received the gift of mooncakes.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

After Xu Da thanked him, he said again: "Your Majesty, you have given me the moon cakes now. Is there any other arrangement for this year's Mid-Autumn Festival?"

Zhu Yuanzhang glanced at Xu Da and said, "Old man, you still understand me! That's right, I do have other plans this year."

"Huh? What's your majesty's plan?"

Upon hearing this, Chang Yuchun immediately asked.

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said, "Boren, I can tell you about this matter, but you have to wait for my order when it gets out."

"Or forget it, we two go first."

As soon as Xu Da heard this, he immediately pulled Chang Yuchun to leave.

Although this matter has not been said yet, just by listening to the prelude, Xu Da understands that it is better not to know.

Chang Yuchun was in a daze, standing in place without moving, and still not forgetting to say to Xu Da:
"If you want to go, go, Your Majesty is just about to tell me."

Seeing the stubborn and arrogant Chang Yuchun, Xu Da felt really helpless, but Chang Yuchun didn't leave, and it was not appropriate for him to go alone.

"Okay, then I'll listen too."

Xu Da looked at Zhu Yuanzhang and added: "I am all ears."

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Xu Da and Chang Yuchun's performance, and hearty laughter sounded: "Hahahahaha, Tiande, don't worry, it's not a big deal. I'm just planning to go to Su Jing's for the Mid-Autumn Festival this year."

Su Jing!

Mid-Autumn Festival!
As soon as these words came out, not only Xu Da, but Chang Yuchun were also extremely shocked.

What does it mean for the emperor to go to the courtier's house to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival?
"Is Mr. Su at home?"

Xu Da confirmed to Zhu Yuanzhang again with surprise, and even forgot to address him as His Majesty.

"That's right, Su Jing has taught the prince for many days, so it's only natural for me to go and have a look."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded.

In fact, this is nonsense. What the emperor said, it is not taken for granted and has become taken for granted.

Chang Yuchun said from the side: "Your Majesty, can I go with you?"

Chang Yuchun has always kept in mind Su Jing's two life-saving graces.

Now that I finally see an opportunity, I have to hurry up.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Chang Yuchun and said, "Boren, as I said just now, this matter has to be kept secret. It's not yet the right time. In the future, you will definitely have the opportunity to thank Su Jing in person."

What's inside and outside the words, just can't bring Chang Yuchun with him.

Think about it too, this is the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Zhu Yuanzhang's family went to Su Jing's house for the Mid-Autumn Festival, so what happened to bringing Chang Yuchun with them?

He went there incognito, so it wouldn't be good if Chang Yuchun's idiot was exposed on the spot.

Hearing Zhu Yuanzhang's answer, Chang Yuchun was obviously a little disappointed.

After all, it is the savior, or twice.

Such a great kindness can only be thanked later, which is really a pity.

"I understand."

Chang Yuchun cupped his hands.

He had to obey Lao Zhu's orders.

"Okay, go back with the moon cakes, remember, I didn't ask you to pass it on, so don't tell anyone."

Zhu Yuanzhang gave another order, and then let the two leave.

Outside the Forbidden City, Xu Da looked at Chang Yuchun, who was a little downcast, and said, "Boren, you have to cover up your Majesty's visit to Mr. Su's house for the Mid-Autumn Festival."

In terms of political sensitivity, Xu Da is very sufficient.

"Understood, I won't tell anyone."

Chang Yuchun nodded, and Xu Da reminded him so earnestly that he also knew that this matter should not be spread to the outside world.

The two separated immediately and went home with the moon cakes rewarded by Zhu Yuanzhang.

On the carriage, Xu Da closed his eyes and meditated.

His mind was full of the matter of Zhu Yuanzhang going to Su Jing's house to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.

This incident itself is very meaningful, but Zhu Yuanzhang let them keep it a secret for the time being, which adds another layer of meaning.

Xu Da is now a little confused about Zhu Yuanzhang's attitude towards Su Shi.

He knew that Su Jing had proposed the idea of ​​the government and the gentry paying food as a whole, and this matter became more and more complicated.

In Fengxian Hall, Lao Zhu sent Xu Da and Chang Yuchun away, and then took out his own telescope, which was made by Su Jing himself.

He carefully rolled it in his hand, and felt that it was not very enjoyable, so he took it out of the palace and tried it in the distance.

"It's really good stuff!"

Zhu Yuanzhang exclaimed.

In fact, he had already asked Zhu Biao if he could make a telescope like Su Jing's.

But Zhu Biao's reply is that he can't do it yet.

In other words, only Su Jing can.

So, let Zhu Biao ask Su Jing for it?
But this is actually what he wants, because when Zhu Biao asked for advice on how to make a telescope, he used the reason his father wanted.

Zhu Yuanzhang didn't want to be ridiculed by Su Jing's sharp words again.

Fortunately, I hold a lore!

During the Mid-Autumn Festival, Lao Zhu wants Su Jing to obediently agree to make a telescope.

Lishui County.

The first ray of sunlight in the morning shines directly down, and it looks extraordinarily warm in this autumn day.

"Master Su! Master Su!"

Zhu Biao shouted in the courtyard with great excitement, his steps were extremely relaxed and pleasant.

The fallen leaves in the yard swished down, fluttering and whirling in the air, as if they were as excited as Zhu Biao.

"What's the matter, Niu Yi?"

Su Jing just woke up, with sleepy eyes, and asked Zhu Biao: "It's a letter from your family, are you going to take your brothers home for the Mid-Autumn Festival?"

The Mid-Autumn Festival is only a few days away, and it is normal to go back early.

Zhu Biao bowed slightly towards Su Jing and said, "I'm really sorry for disturbing Master Su's rest."

Su Jing waved his hand and said: "Okay, let's say yes if you have something to do."

Zhu Biao paused, suppressing the joy in his heart, and said: "Master Su, I just received a letter from my father. They plan to come to Lishui County for the Mid-Autumn Festival this year, and they want to have a light meal at Master Su's house."

This is why Zhu Biao is so excited.

He originally thought that this Mid-Autumn Festival was destined to be separated from Su Jing.

Unexpectedly, his father Zhu Yuanzhang planned to bring his whole family here, which really surprised him.

Until now, Zhu Biao felt a little dreamy.

Su Jing is also a little confused here.

Zhu Yuanzhang actually wanted the whole family to come to his home for the festival, isn't it a bit too exaggerated.

My own small yard, crowded with so many people, is really a bit too small.

Besides, although Su Jing didn't know Zhu Biao's real identity, he also knew that he was a high-ranking official or aristocrat.

Not to mention many family members, with such a noble status, it puts a lot of pressure on me to do this.

"Brother, is it true?"

Zhu Wei, who was reading early at the side, also heard the news and asked excitedly.

Zhu Biao nodded and said: "That's right, I just received a letter from my father. This year, our whole family will come to Master Su's house for the Mid-Autumn Festival."

"Good! Good!"

Zhu Wei cried out excitedly, cheerfully like a nine-year-old child.

Well, actually he was a nine year old too.

Under this sudden stimulation, Su Jing also woke up.

He turned to Zhu Biao and asked, "Besides you two, how many people from your family are here?"

Su Jing couldn't do anything to refuse.

Zhu Biao and Zhu Wei are so happy, there is no need to be that spoiler.

Although Lao Zhu speaks quite aggressively, his personality is not bad.

Empress Ma's words were very gentle and kind, and Su Jing respected them a lot.

Anyway, the original Mid-Autumn Festival was a lonely festival for me, so it would be nice if there were some lively people this year.

Zhu Biao counted carefully, and replied: "There are seven more people, but they may also bring some servants and guards."

The seven people are naturally Zhu Biao's parents Zhu Yuanzhang and Queen Ma, and his five younger brothers who are still studying in Dabentang.

But when the emperor's family travels, it is impossible for him to be the only one.

All aspects of security measures must be in place.

Even in Lishui County at this time, enough people have been arranged to protect Zhu Biao.

"okay, I get it."

Su Jing nodded slightly, and then said to Zhu Biao and Zhu Wei: "You two, stop for a while, and go shopping with me."

"Yes, Master Su."

"Okay, Master Su."

Zhu Biao and Zhu Wei immediately stopped what they were doing, and ran directly to the street market with Su Jing.

After a whole morning of purchasing, a large pile of flour fillings and molds were all delivered to Su Jing's small courtyard.

"Master Su, are you going to make mooncakes yourself?"

Zhu Biao looked at all kinds of raw materials, and asked Su Jing.

Su Jing nodded and said: "That's right, the mooncakes for the Mid-Autumn Festival are still the most delicious made by myself."

Although Su Jing had a successful career in his previous life, he could buy as many mooncakes as he wanted.

But the most delicious mooncakes in his memory are always the handmade mooncakes made by his grandparents in the rural earthen stove.

It may not be as delicate and the variety of fillings is not as rich, but the taste is definitely the best!

I thought that after I came to Daming, I would never have the opportunity to make mooncakes again.

Unexpectedly, this year's Mid-Autumn Festival is no longer a Mid-Autumn Festival for one person.

"Alright, Master Su, the students are here to help you."

Zhu Biao nodded and rolled up his sleeves.

"I am coming too."

Zhu Su followed Zhu Biao's example, looking like a little grown-up.

"Okay, then let's make mooncakes together."

Su Jing replied with a smile.

The three of them took the ingredients back to the kitchen and started to get busy.

Knead noodles, boil lard, make stuffing
Every step was completed under Su Jing's command, and the childhood memory was so clear that Su Jing blurted out the production method without even thinking.

Ordinary bean paste mooncakes, egg yolk mooncakes, ice skin mooncakes, and Su Jing's favorite fresh meat mooncakes.

After two days of hard work, it was all displayed on the kitchen shelf.

The faces and bodies of Zhu Biao and Zhu Wei were basically covered with white flour and glutinous rice flour in the past two days.

It must be tiring, but seeing the results, both of them are extremely proud and excited.

In particular, the fresh meat mooncakes made by Su Jing surprised them a lot.

This is a mooncake that even they have never eaten in the palace. It has a unique taste and is quite delicious.

"Master Su, when the time comes, this mooncake will definitely surprise my father!"

Zhu Biao said to Su Jing with a joyful smile on his face.

"Well, Master Su, I also think this fresh meat mooncake is the best."

Zhu Huan agreed.

Su Jing was a little surprised to see the two, because he knew that meat mooncakes hadn't appeared in Ming and North Korea.

Even in the previous life, there were many people who were used to eating sweet mooncakes. They respected fresh meat mooncakes like Houttuynia cordata, and they couldn't get used to them too much.

Among Su Jing's friends, there are many such people.

Su Jing often teases them that they have no good food, and they can't even appreciate the deliciousness of fresh meat mooncakes.

Unexpectedly, Zhu Biao and Zhu Wei, who had never eaten fresh meat mooncakes before, fell in love with each other without any discomfort.

"Yes, you two are blessed."

Su Jing laughed, very satisfied.

There is nothing more satisfying than having someone approve of your food.

"Master Su, don't we do too much, so much, can't we finish it?"

Zhu Biao looked at the full moon cakes, and calculated that although his family had a lot, there were still a lot of them.

Su Jing shook his head and said: "Not much, I know your family has a big business, and you will share some with your servants at that time. We celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, and they can't go home. At least let them taste the taste of this mooncake."

Su Jing was unable to have a reunion Mid-Autumn Festival because objective conditions did not allow it.

But in this Ming Dynasty, there are still many people who have to continue to work hard even in the Mid-Autumn Festival in order to make a living.

For example, the servants and guards who came with Zhu Biao's family this time will definitely not be able to go home for a reunion.

Hearing this, Zhu Biao's eyes showed a little more respect, and he nodded and said:

"Master Su is really a bodhisattva! The students need to make more, try to let them eat as much as possible."

Su Jing smiled and said: "How can this be a bodhisattva's heart? It's just a good cause and a good fruit. Be nice to the servants, and they will repay you in the future."

This kind of simple holiday concern is nothing more than a common thing in Su Jing's view.

In my previous life, I had my own company, and there were holiday benefits.

But in Zhu Biao's view, it is very unusual for Su Jing to be able to do such a thing. This is a mooncake made by Su Jing himself!
"Yes, Master Su!"

Zhu Biao acted immediately and became busy again.

In addition to the joy of making moon cakes, there are a few more emotions.

Zhu Huan was a little confused, but he still did what Zhu Biao did.

Su Jing smiled slightly, very satisfied.

He may not even know that these mooncakes he made will become "babies" in the near future!
(End of this chapter)