Princess of the auxiliary country

"Yaoyao, you've worked hard."

Princess Ningyang turned to look at her daughter, the joy and doting in her eyes almost overflowing.

"Mom, come and try it and see how it tastes."

Huo Junyao filled a bowl and placed it in front of Princess Ningyang. Naturally, she also didn't forget to get some tofu.

"Okay, mom, try it."

As she said this, she lowered her head and looked at the fish soup in front of her, and was a little confused when she saw the tofu.

"what is this?"

"This is called tofu. It is made from ground soybeans. It is tender, smooth and very delicious. When paired with the fish soup, the flavor will be even better."

"Tofu?"

This was the first time Princess Ningyang heard about this thing. She was very curious and reached out to pick up the spoon on the side.

"This is a bit hot, mother, please be careful."

When a spoonful of tofu was mixed with the fish soup, the delicious taste and tender texture surprised Princess Ningyang.

Especially in this soup, there is no mutton smell like mutton soup, and there is no muddy smell like freshwater fish.

After just one bite, she fell in love with this tofu and fish soup.

"It's delicious. I didn't expect Yaoyao's craftsmanship to be so good."

"You eat too, and I'll serve it to you, mother."

"Thank you ma'am."

But the next moment, Huo Junyao frowned, because the taste of this fish soup was much different from what she had eaten in her previous life.

Even if the tofu ingredients are not used correctly, it will not be like this.

There is a hint of bitterness in the fish soup that should be fresh and sweet.

"What's wrong? Is it burned?"

Seeing her frown, Princess Ningyang was confused, and a look of worry immediately appeared on her face.

"No, I just think the taste is a bit off."

Is it not bad?This is ancient times, and many seasonings are not available. Even the table salt is relatively primitive. Naturally, it can be compared with the ones she had eaten in her previous life.

But one thing is better than her previous life, that is, these ingredients are all green and natural.

"Is that bad?"

Princess Ningyang was a little surprised. This fish soup can be said to be the best she has tasted in these years.

In the words of his own daughter, it’s actually not good enough?

Are you kidding me?

Could it be that her daughter's life in the village was much better than she imagined?
How can this be?

"It's okay. I just came here. Many things are not ready yet. After a while, after finishing the things at hand, I will study it carefully and make it again for my mother."

Hearing this, Princess Ningyang smiled and nodded. Although she was confused about her daughter's high demands, she was also very happy and satisfied.

After all, she is the first person in their family to taste all the dishes made by her daughter.

When I get back, I have to show off with my husband and stupid son.

Thinking about it, she felt even happier and picked up the spoon again to taste the delicious tofu and fish soup.

She was very satisfied with this meal. The tofu and fish soup was delicious. The most important thing was that her daughter made it herself, which made her heart sublime.

Even when she goes to bed at night, she has a smile on her face.

The next day, after breakfast, she reluctantly said goodbye to her daughter and set off back to the capital.

She still had to go to the palace to seek favor from the emperor for her daughter, and she also had to show off to her husband and silly son the delicious food her daughter cooked yesterday.

But she also made up her mind to come over here and live with her daughter after the matter was finished.The carriage arrived in the capital soon. This time she went back to the princess's mansion and changed her clothes before setting off to the palace.

By the time she arrived at the entrance of the palace, the morning court had already dispersed, and Emperor Zhaowu called several ministers to the imperial study to discuss political affairs.

Winter is coming, and some people have noticed that the temperature this year has dropped faster than last year, and they feel that disasters will occur in some places in the north during winter.

This is not alarmist. If Huo Junyao were here, she would give the person who wrote the letter a big thumbs up.

As mentioned before, the Yu Dynasty that Huo Junyao lived in was similar to the early Tang Dynasty in the history books of her previous life. Not only were the national conditions similar, but even the timeline was not much different.

In the early Tang Dynasty of the earth, there were many natural disasters in China, including major snow disasters.

"Your Majesty, the treasury is now empty. Even if we want to nip this problem in the bud, we really can't come up with the money."

Chen Hua, the Minister of Household Affairs, looked bitter and resentful.

Although he also knew in his heart that the minister who wrote the letter proposing to prepare for the snow disaster had done a good job.

However, it is difficult for a good woman to make a meal without rice. When the Yu Dynasty was first established, the Supreme Emperor ordered the people to pay taxes, and the income of the court was reduced a lot.

Post-war reconstruction in various places, border defense, and disasters of various sizes that occur from time to time all require money, and the national treasury really has no money.

Even in many cases, it was the emperor who allocated money from internal funds to manage the operation.

He, the Minister of Household Affairs, is worried every day, but at the age of 40, his temples are already gray.

"How much money is left in the treasury now?"

Recently, Emperor Zhaowu also clearly felt that the temperature was dropping rapidly, and he was very worried.

So this morning, a minister reported to the court to strengthen snow disaster protection in the north and other places. He also deeply agreed and felt that it was very necessary.

If we wait until the snow disaster really comes and then make arrangements with hindsight, the losses will be considerable.

"Less than five thousand strings."

As soon as Chen Hua said these words, Emperor Zhaowu's face sank, and several other ministers felt helpless.

Who would have thought that the majestic Yu Dynasty, the first dynasty in the Central Plains, had a national treasury of less than [-] yuan?

"Your Majesty, we really have no money. The autumn tax has not come up yet. Even if it comes, the cold winter is coming. Recently, the border army guards everywhere have frequently sent letters asking for money. I am really helpless."

Emperor Zhaowu was silent for a long time and then said, "In this way, the border army will first distribute half of the money and food requested, and then prepare part of it."

"Order officials from all over the north to mobilize the people and make preparations in advance. There is no best. If there is, we will not be too passive when the time comes."

"We also strictly order the officials below to report any problem immediately if they discover any problem. If they conceal it for fear of being implicated, once they are found out, their families will be exterminated and their homes will be confiscated."

"Yes."

The ministers responded.

"Okay, everyone, go get to work."

"I'm waiting to retire."

After the ministers exited the imperial study, Gao Fu quickly walked to Emperor Zhaowu.

"Your Majesty, Princess Ningyang is here."

"Let her in."

Not long after, Princess Ningyang walked in from outside.

Seeing her, Emperor Zhaowu showed some smile on his face.

"Imperial sister, didn't you say you were going to see Yaoyao girl outside the city?"

"I went there yesterday and stayed there for one night."

At this point, Princess Ningyang sighed with a sad look on her face.

Seeing this, Emperor Zhaowu frowned slightly and asked, "What's wrong? Is there something wrong with Yaoyao girl?"

"How can it be okay? Brother Emperor, my sister lost her outside and found her with great difficulty. However, before she could make up for it, she had to go to live in the village. My sister is heartbroken."