Time Travel: I am the idle king Li Shen and Li Shimin in the Tang Dynasty

"Is this the beginning? No speech before the banquet?" As usual. In his previous life, Li Shen had to say something to his boss before eating.

"Speech before the banquet??" Wang De was a little confused.

"Just say something before the banquet. Let's talk about the purpose of the banquet. Then say something to boost the morale of the people." Li Shen explained

"Oh. Then I'll ask Your Majesty."

Li Shimin came over after a while. "Li Shen, you said you should speak before the banquet, what should I say?"

"Just tell me why we have to hold this locust feast this time. Then encourage the people not to be afraid. The court has ways to deal with it. Let the people see the court's sincerity." Li Shen knew that the emperor's officials at this time could He doesn't have the ability to speak like he did in his previous life. One lecture can last for two hours.

Li Shimin thought for a while before nodding back. I saw Li Shimin shouting to the people around him: "Everyone, I am holding this locust feast today because a locust plague is breaking out in Guannai Road. The people are displaced, and many people think it is a disaster sent by God. But my tenth son Ji Wang Lishen told me that this was not a disaster sent by heaven. The locust plague broke out only because the climate was suitable for the growth of locusts. In order to prove that it was not a natural disaster, I led my ministers to eat the locusts today. I recently received reports that the people of Chang'an Panic to stockpile grain, I will let you know today that these locusts are not savage beasts. The imperial court has made full preparations. Even if the disaster expands several times, our granary in the Tang Dynasty can ensure that the victims survive the difficulties until the next year's harvest. The imperial court Taxes will also be reduced or reduced. People, you can rest assured that everything will be done by me and the court."

The scene was a little cold. Applause is not popular at this time either. Although many people were extremely excited after hearing Li Shimin's words, they didn't know how to express it. Then, after Li Shimin opened the banquet, Li Shen began to direct the imperial chef to take action. Yesterday, Wang Hongfu sent another load of locusts. It was definitely enough. Li Shen also asked them to make it for a while and give it to the people to try. Half an hour later, the palace maid carried a large plate and started serving food. Four large plates and a jar of wine per table. When Baiguan saw the locusts on the plate, his heart trembled. I have never eaten locusts. I felt horrified just looking at it. In other words, the generals can be better, but they are still big-eyed and small-eyed.

"Aye, try this cold one first. It's crispy and delicious." Li Shen said and took a bite by himself with chopsticks. It was Wang De who was trying the dishes. But Li Shen felt that they wouldn't dare to eat it if he didn't. So it's better to give Li Shimin a try himself.

Li Shen's mouth made a loud noise, which made the courtier's lips twitch. Li Shen also baked and stir-fried. Fried. Eat them one by one. And a delicious expression on his face. Li Shimin felt a little regretful after seeing the locusts on the table. Let Li Shen do the job. I didn't feel much at all at the time. The visual impact is also too great. But there is no way to back down at this point. So he picked up a locust and put it in his mouth with dignity. But after chewing it for a few times, I felt that it was indeed as crispy and delicious as Li Shen said. Unknowingly, I picked up another one.

"Yeah, it's delicious. I like this stir-fried one." Li Shimin praised after eating each item.

All the ministers saw that Li Shimin had eaten. It’s not enough not to eat. Especially the fifth and sixth grade petty officials below. It was not easy to show off in front of Li Shimin. Forget about locusts. They dare to take even poison. You can still have a good reputation after you die. All of a sudden all the officials moved their chopsticks. There was a rattling sound in the mouth. After a while, Fang Xuanling said loudly, "It's really delicious. Paired with a glass of fine wine, it's really beautiful."

"Yeah, yeah. It's delicious."

"This tastes better than meat."

All the officials praised him. Li Shimin also let go of eating and drinking. It was quite lively in front of the Suzaku Gate, eating locusts and changing cups.

And the people drooled when they saw it. Is it really that delicious? ?

“You can’t pretend, right?”

"It doesn't look like it to me. Besides, His Majesty ate it very happily. It must be delicious."

Li Shen saw that the rest had been done. He ordered people to carry big basins and go to the people around him.

"Fellow folks, Your Majesty has said that such delicious food must be shared with the people. Come and try it. If it tastes good, say it's delicious. If it doesn't, say it's not. Your Majesty will not blame you." Li Shen followed the man who carried the basin. The maid came to the side of the people.

Seeing the densely packed locusts in the basin, I was a little scared, and no one dared to step forward.

"Come, you two, have one." Li Shen asked the Wuwei on guard to eat one first and show it to the people.

These two military guards were actually scared in their hearts. Scarier than going to the battlefield. But there is no way. He had to eat it if King Ji asked him to. Bite the bullet. Each person takes one and puts it in his mouth to chew.

"Yeah, it's delicious. Here's another one."

"Yeah, I'll do one too."

"Okay. Just stand guard. More will arrive in two days. I'll send two cars to you Wuwei." Li Shen said to the two foodies.

"I'll come." A commoner volunteered. Pick one up and put it in your mouth. Suddenly my eyes lit up and I grabbed a lot

"delicious"

Li Shen quickly asked the palace maid to take the basin back. These locusts are carnivores. These people never eat meat. It will be delicious to eat these locusts

I saw someone taking the lead and the people in the front row started to take one and I would taste it.

"Well, it's so delicious. I want to eat more."

"delicious"

"It's so delicious. Give me more."

The situation all around is the same, and after a while, they are all gone. Li Shen gave the last handful of locusts to a little girl. This child Li Shen looked sallow and thin, and he looked malnourished at first glance.

"Okay. No. If there are any, go to the disaster area to catch them. If you catch them, I will buy them for five cents a pound. This can be eaten as meat. It is also very nutritious." In fact, Li Shen did not expect to make much money from the locusts. He just wanted the people to catch him in a short time. Don't wait until the queen lays eggs at the end.

"Five cents a catty?"

"Can it still be used as meat?"

"Real or fake, buy it for five cents a pound."

"You're stupid. It's five cents a pound. If you sell it to those officials, you can double the price."

The people heard about Li Shen's acquisition. Many people are preparing to visit the nearest disaster area. Catching one hundred catties a day is equivalent to five hundred coins. Fifteen guan a month. It's simply a huge sum of money.

At this time, all the officials had almost eaten. All eaten. And it still seems like it’s still unfinished.

"My lords, tomorrow there is a restaurant called Flavor Hall opening in the East City. I heard there is also a locust feast. If you haven't eaten enough, go to Flavor Hall. Eating locusts regularly can strengthen the spleen, stomach, lungs, cough, and keep fit." Li Shen started to do publicity, but he just didn’t mention it as his own business.

All officials also knew that it was Li Shen's business. They all said they would go and support them when they had time.