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"What a coincidence, Mr. Chang, what brings you here?"

Changqing was just an ordinary eunuch who delivered imperial edicts before, but after delivering several imperial edicts to Qingyang County, Zhou Wu felt that Changqing was completely different from the villainous eunuchs on TV. So he felt some sympathy for Changqing, who was born a eunuch, and gave him a lot of money to help him make things easier in the palace so that he wouldn't be harassed by the other senior eunuchs.

In fact, Zhou Wu knew nothing about life in the palace; he only knew it from television. However, it was with the money given to him by Zhou Wu that Chang Qing managed to get the treatment of serving the emperor.

"It really is Lord Zhou! That's wonderful! The master is at the door."

There are many opinions, but Zhou Wu is not stupid. Who else but the emperor could be called "Master" by Chang Qing?

"Oh."

Zhou Wu hurried over to Li Tiancheng and respectfully clasped his hands in greeting.

"Zhou Wu, it really is you? Is this your restaurant?"

"Yes, sir. It's a friend. I'm just here to help out."

"Oh,"

Li Tiancheng's smile clearly showed distrust, but he didn't say much. After all, which of the officials in the court didn't have some private business? Even he, the emperor, had his own businesses.

"Lord Zhou, I came here specifically for this purpose."

Chang Qing gave a hint, and those around him immediately understood.

"Sir, come with me."

In the capital, businesses, especially restaurants, must reserve the best private room. You never know when a high-ranking official or noble might come to dine. If you can't satisfy them, the consequences can be severe, especially since the emperor himself is dining at the restaurant.

With many people and eyes around at the front entrance, Zhou Wu led the group directly through the staff passage to the second-floor private room.

"Your Majesty, why have you come in person?"

Only then did Zhou Wu dare to call himself the Son of Heaven.

"Let's still call him Master."

"Yes."

“Your restaurant is famous throughout the capital, so of course I have to come and try it. Otherwise, I’ll be laughed at by my subordinates one day for never having eaten at Fu Man Lou.”

It was obvious that Li Tiancheng was joking, but the original purpose of setting up this restaurant was to promote potatoes and corn. He just didn't expect that the big fish would come to him on its own.

"Please have a seat, sir. I will make the arrangements immediately."

"Hurry up and go, I can't wait."

This was the second time Zhou Wu had arranged meals for the emperor; this honor was probably reserved for the imperial chefs.

The emperor's privileges were on full display in the restaurant, and the tables were soon filled with food.

"Sir, these are all new products from the restaurant. Let me introduce them to you."

"This is the most classic shredded potato, braised pork ribs with potatoes, braised potato slices, cold shredded potato salad, this is golden corn, corn and pork rib soup, corn pancakes..."

It was potatoes and corn again. Li Tiancheng remembered the Crown Prince coming to see him a few days ago, but he didn't show it. He just kept eating the delicious food.

"These potatoes and corn are absolutely delicious."

When Li Tiancheng tasted these dishes made with completely different cooking methods, his pupils dilated. He couldn't believe there were such delicious things in the world.

Actually, it's not entirely thanks to the potatoes and corn themselves; the novel stir-frying method also played a significant role, giving the people of Dalong, who have eaten stews and barbecues all their lives, a new taste experience.

"Zhou Wu, are these potatoes and corn from your Qingyang County?"

Li Tiancheng asked the question discreetly while eating.

"Yes, sir."

"I've never seen this before."

"Sir, this was brought from a foreign land by someone I asked. We were using it for experimental planting this year, and the results were surprisingly good."

"Oh, what about the yield per acre?"

"Corn yields ten shi per mu, and potatoes yield twenty shi per mu."

Zhou Wu's answer caused Li Tiancheng's strength to suddenly become uncontrollable, and he crushed the cup.

"Sir, are you alright?"

This startled Chang Qing, who quickly grabbed a handkerchief and wiped the crumbs off Li Tiancheng's hands.

"are you serious?"

"Your Majesty, the entire Qingyang County knows this, and this thing is not rare in foreign lands, it's just that it wasn't introduced to our Great Dragon before."

"Okay, not bad."

After Li Tiancheng finished eating, he didn't say much, only letting Zhou Wu take a few bags of potato chips before returning to the palace. This attitude puzzled Zhou Wu. He originally wanted to consult with Duke Gu, but after thinking about it, he held back. This was the capital, and the emperor had just left. Going to the Duke's mansion would inevitably arouse the emperor's suspicion if the Embroidered Uniform Guard or similar agencies found out, which would be a loss.

However, Zhou Wu was certain that potatoes and corn had definitely left a deep impression on the emperor.

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royal palace.

"What has the Crown Prince been up to lately?"

"Your Majesty, the Crown Prince has remained secluded in his residence ever since he left the palace last time."

Li Tiancheng knew that he might have misunderstood the Crown Prince this time. The Crown Prince was staying at home now, probably because he was still angry after being scolded by him last time.

"Summon the Crown Prince."

"promise."

Prince's Mansion.

"His Majesty has ordered the Crown Prince to come to the palace, but the Crown Princess does not know where he is."

"The Crown Prince is in his study. I'll go and fetch him now. Please wait a moment, Eunuch Chang."

"Please hurry, Your Highness, His Majesty may be in a bit of a hurry."

"Your Majesty, do you not know why His Majesty is seeking out the Crown Prince?"

"Hehe, it must have happened a few days ago."

Chang Qing only hinted at the matter. As the emperor's personal eunuch, he had seen everything about potatoes and corn. However, because of his position, too many people came to him to inquire about information. But Chang Qing had found some tricks. He could reveal a little bit, but not be too direct. This way, he would neither offend anyone nor give anyone a handle to use against him.

The Crown Princess was a clever woman. Since Eunuch Chang had brought it up, it must be about potatoes and corn. Her father had also specifically talked to her about Zhou Wu's plan some time ago, and the Crown Princess thought the plan was feasible. It seems that it has worked.

"Your Highness, Your Highness, His Majesty summons you to the palace."

In the study, the Crown Prince hadn't left the house for several days, and his complexion was extremely poor. The Crown Princess quickly summoned the maids to help him tidy up.

"His Majesty must be looking for you about potatoes and corn. Your Highness must cheer up."

Upon hearing about potatoes and corn, Li Junren immediately perked up. Then, the Crown Princess briefly explained Zhou Wu's plan, which gave Li Junren renewed fighting spirit.

"I'm sorry to have troubled you during this time. I'm so anxious to see such high-yield grains that can't be promoted nationwide, but I don't know what to do."

"Your Highness, please do not blame yourself. The future of the Great Dragon still needs Your Highness."

The Crown Princess was very fortunate that the Crown Prince was dedicated to serving the people, rather than someone who only knew how to fight for power and profit.