Opening a Tavern in the Tang Dynasty

"Master Zhang is absolutely right. Border planting requires careful planning."

The emperor was delighted and said in a loud voice, "Alright, let's stop talking for now. Ministers, come with me to dig potatoes and sweet potatoes first."

After saying this, he stood up from his seat, waved his dragon robe, and walked out of the hall first.

Cheng Yaojin rubbed his hands excitedly and followed closely behind the emperor, shouting, "Your Majesty, I, Old Cheng, must dig more. It's been a long time since I did this kind of work. Today I must show Your Majesty my skills."

Although Lord Zhang had a refined expression, he could hardly conceal his excitement. He straightened his clothes and hurried after him, saying, "Your Majesty, this is truly a wonderful move. It is truly a pleasure for us to personally experience this bountiful harvest."

Other ministers also surrounded the emperor, and the group walked towards the sweet potato and potato fields in a mighty procession.

When they arrived at the field, the emperor looked around and asked, "Is this the sweet potato and potato field?"

Cheng Yaojin laughed and replied, "Your Majesty, that's right. Look, it's all over this area."

At this time, a minister pointed at the potato leaves and said, "Your Majesty, why are these potato leaves yellow? Is there something wrong?"

The emperor also looked suspicious and looked at the agricultural official beside him.

The agricultural official quickly bowed and replied, "Your Majesty, this is how it should be. When crops are ripe, their leaves will gradually turn yellow, which means they are ready to be harvested."

Upon hearing this, Cheng Yaojin squatted down, dug the ground to check on the potatoes, and exclaimed, "Yes, yes, your majesty, look at the potatoes in the soil; they are quite large."

The emperor heard this and squatted down to check. Seeing the plump potatoes in the soil, he smiled with satisfaction and said, "Very good!"

The emperor rolled up his sleeves excitedly and said loudly, "I want to dig it myself!"

The ministers standing by were all shocked when they heard this. Cheng Yaojin's eyes widened as he hurriedly said, "What? You're digging it yourself? Your Majesty, that's unacceptable. How can you do it yourself?"

When the emperor heard this, he frowned slightly and looked displeased: "Why not? I can dig if I want. The whole world belongs to me, so what if I dig some sweet potatoes?"

Seeing this, Lord Zhang hurried forward and advised with a smile on his face, "Your Majesty, that's not what I meant. You are worth a fortune. The ministers can do the rough work of digging sweet potatoes and potatoes for you. Why do you have to do it yourself?"

"If your dragon body is harmed, it will be our fault. Please just watch from the side and enjoy this abundant harvest."

But the emperor had made up his mind. He waved his hand and said, "Today I want to experience the joy of labor myself. Please stop trying to persuade me. Everyone, please leave."

After saying that, he bent down, picked up the farm tools, and walked towards the sweet potato field: "Hahaha, I'm going to dig potatoes and sweet potatoes."

The ministers had no choice but to follow closely behind, ready to protect the emperor at any time: "There is no other way, let's go too, just follow and dig."

Li Shimin, holding farm tools, was the first to step into the sweet potato and potato field, his eyes full of curiosity and excitement: "Should I dig potatoes first or sweet potatoes? I'd better dig potatoes first."

He dug the hoe into the soil with force and pried gently, revealing several plump potatoes. "Potatoes?"

The emperor smiled like a child: "Look, these potatoes are growing so well!"

Seeing this, the ministers also picked up tools and joined in.

Cheng Yaojin shouted as he dug, "Your Majesty, I, Old Cheng, will not let you outdo me." He was very strong and could turn out a lot of potatoes with every turn. Soon, a small pile of potatoes had piled up beside him.

Lord Zhang carefully dug the sweet potatoes, saying as he did so, "Your Majesty, these sweet potatoes hidden in the soil are like treasures. With them, the people truly have a source of survival."

The emperor nodded and said, "That's right. I hope that no one in the world will suffer from hunger again."

The other ministers were also busy, and the fields were filled with laughter: "Hahahaha"

One of the ministers dug up a large sweet potato and held it high up: "Your Majesty, this sweet potato is so big, it will surely be enough to feed the whole family."

Li Shimin looked at his ministers and said with emotion, "When I was in the palace, I didn't know the hardships of farming. Now that I am doing it myself, I know that every grain of food is hard-earned."

Mr. Zhang was sweating profusely while digging, but he was in high spirits: "Digging potatoes and sweet potatoes is tiring, but it's also very fun."

Li Shimin and his ministers dug hard in the fields, and mud splashed around them.

In a short while, the basket was filled with potatoes and sweet potatoes, and a whole basket was dug out.

Cheng Yaojin wiped the sweat from his forehead and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, you see, we have harvested quite a lot in just a short while. The people will no longer be hungry."

The emperor straightened up and wiped the sweat off his face: "I am tired too, but it's a good tiredness." The ministers also stopped digging potatoes and sweet potatoes.

Li Shimin looked at the basket full of harvest and said, "After today's digging, I deeply understand how difficult farming is. After returning to the palace, I will make good plans to make these sweet potatoes and potatoes flourish in all parts of the Tang Dynasty." After that, he put down the farm tools.

Lord Zhang hurried forward and said, "Your Majesty, your personal efforts today are truly a blessing to the people and will surely bring good fortune to our agricultural development. Your Majesty, please rest well after returning to the palace."

Li Shimin nodded slightly: "Let's go back to the palace."

The attendants carried heavy baskets and followed the emperor and his ministers.

After returning to the palace, Empress Changsun heard that the emperor had returned and hurried to greet him.

Seeing the emperor covered in dust but with a satisfied look on his face, she couldn't help but ask, "Your Majesty, what are you doing..."

The emperor smiled and shook the empress's hand, recounting his experience digging sweet potatoes in the fields today. "Empress, I personally experienced farming today and have a good harvest. I also understand the hardships of the people's labor. These sweet potatoes are truly a godsend."

Empress Zhangsun nodded slightly, her eyes filled with tenderness and admiration. "Your Majesty cares deeply about the people of the world. This is a blessing for the Tang Dynasty. Your Majesty must be tired. Go and rest. I have ordered hot water and food to be prepared."

The emperor held the empress's hand and said as they walked, "Empress, you must take a look at the sweet potatoes. When the harvest is good, I will spread them all over the Tang Dynasty so that the people will have enough food and clothing."

The Queen smiled and replied, "Your Majesty is wise and wise. I believe that under your rule, the Tang Dynasty will prosper and the people will live and work in peace and contentment."

"No need to prepare meals, I'm going to Zuixianlou"

Upon hearing this, Empress Zhangsun showed concern: "Your Majesty, you are already so tired, why do you want to go to Zuixianlou again? You should rest first and have some food to refresh yourself."

The emperor waved his hand and said with a smile, "It's all right, all right. Although I'm tired from working in the fields today, I feel very happy. Now I want to go to Zuixianlou, try the food there, and have fun with the people."

The Queen sighed helplessly and said angrily, "Your Majesty is always so casual, but he must also take care of himself. Then I will order the servants to protect you well and make sure nothing goes wrong."