Chapter 38：

Last year, Luoyang suffered a flood, and the court allocated a large sum of money for disaster relief to strengthen the dam and relieve the people. It is April now, and the rainy and flood-prone summer will come in two months. Emperor Zhaokang is concerned about the people of Heluo, so he sent Pei Yan to visit Luoyang.

This inspection is to investigate the reinforcement and protection of the dykes in Luoyang Prefecture and the prefectures and counties, and the situation of grain reserves; secondly, Emperor Zhaokang also wanted to take this opportunity to add luster to Pei Yan's good reputation—

Going out on errands is just for patrols, and it is Luoyang not far from Chang'an. This is a good job that is easy and not tired and can build a reputation. Emperor Zhaokang will naturally leave it to his most beloved son.

Tao Ti still didn't understand at first, Pei Yan's body was like this, why Emperor Zhaokang had to toss him so that he could recover from his illness with peace of mind.

Later, when she chatted with Xu Wenchan, Xu Wenchan said, “I have asked my parents about this question before, and my parents said that when a parent, he will not give up his child until the last moment. Your Majesty should It’s the same. Only with the hope that His Royal Highness will get better will he continue to participate in government affairs and let him go out on errands."

Tao Ti was speechless, and Mao Sai suddenly started.

She had a different perspective from Emperor Zhaokang. Emperor Zhaokang was looking forward to Pei Yansheng, and like everyone else, she acquiesced in Pei Yan's death.

Realizing this, Tao Ti couldn't help but feel a little guilty.

Seeing that her kneading movement slowed down, Xu Wenchan couldn't help but stretched out five fingers and shook in front of her, "Ati?"

"Hmm..." Tao Ti returned to his senses.

"Your noodles should be almost kneaded, right? I think it's already very smooth." Xu Wenchan pointed to the big noodles under her. She was a little puzzled why her friend made so many noodles and could finish it today. NS?

"Well, it's almost done." Tao Ti squeezed the dough in his hands to make sure it was smooth and elastic, and then began to stretch the noodles.

It was like a juggling, two in one life, four in two, eight in four...The slender white noodles shook out in her hands, the roots were distinct, and they did not stick to each other.

Xu Wenchan and the palace people couldn't even blink their eyes: the princess is really amazing, and she can also ramen noodles, and the posture of ramen is so chic and beautiful!

Tao Ti pulled the noodles, divided them into several parts, put them in round bowls, and let the palace staff take them to the steamer and steam them.

Xu Wenchan couldn't understand, "Isn't the noodles boiled, can it be steamed?"

Tao Ti wiped her hands and said with a chuckle, "I'm making instant noodles, not what I eat now. I want to take them on the road as dry food."

"Instant noodles? What a weird name."

"Because this noodle is ready, you can carry it with you, and eat it anytime, anywhere, so it's so called. I'll make it later. I will cook a bowl for you to taste, and you'll know."

"good!"

The two talked and laughed, and walked out of the kitchen.

The sunshine in the courtyard is just right. People in the East Palace are all carrying small benches and sitting in the courtyard busy with the errands given to them by the princess, who are grinding flour, keeping the stove, washing vegetables, choosing vegetables, and drying—

There are still five days before departure. In these five days, Pei Yan is either discussing the arrangement of Luoyang trip with the officials of the East Palace in the Zixiao Palace, or studying the relevant materials submitted by the Ministry of Households and the Ministry of Officials in Chongwen Hall, leaving early and returning late. Very diligent.

Tao Ti is not idle when Pei Yan is so busy.

She praised Haikou in front of Emperor Zhaokang and promised to take care of Pei Yan's daily life.

For the clothes, Fu Xirui prepares them; to get up, there are palace servants waiting for them; for residence, Luoyang officials will also arrange them. What Tao Ti can play a role is "food".

Tao Ti checked the work progress of the people in the palace. Xu Wenchan followed and saw pots of black sesame seeds, soybeans, rice, white sesame seeds, black beans, walnuts, red dates, etc., and curiously said, "Ati, they are here. What are you grinding?"

Tao Ti pointed to the four palace ladies and said, "These two are responsible for grinding black sesame paste, and these two are grinding five-grain soy milk. These are ground into powder and can be brewed and drunk anytime and anywhere on the road. It is very suitable for breakfast."

While they were talking, the two walked to the bread kiln again, and the two little eunuchs looked at the fire, and there were already a dozen golden and charred sesame roasted naan in the basket on the side.

Seeing Tao Ti coming over, the two little eunuchs stood up and saluted respectfully, "Prince princess, this batch will be ready immediately."

Tao Ti stretched out her hand to squeeze a small piece of roasted naan and sent it to her mouth to taste it. It was warm and crispy, and the more chewed it became, the more fragrant it was. It was the taste she expected.

She smiled at the little eunuch, and said softly, "Thanks for your hard work, the roast is very good."

The little **** was flattered, and was not too busy.

Leaving the bread kiln, Tao Ti took Xu Wenchan to see the other food she prepared, “This is mayonnaise, this bottle is spicy black bean sauce, and there are beef sauce, mushroom sauce, chopped pepper and diced carrots, sweet and sour sauce. Garlic, stored in these cool and dry places, can be stored for about ten days, and it is best to eat with dry food. I also prepared a bottle of rose flower sauce, a bottle of dried osmanthus, and a bottle of dried jasmine. I brought it with flushing water on the way to drink..."

"By the way, there are these. These are my newly made preserves, beef jerky and pork preserved. Although they can't be stored for ten days, they can be stored for five days."

"Tomorrow, I will braise some duck necks, duck wings, duck collar bones, braised bean skins, braised lotus root slices, the secret recipe of our family’s ancestors, who knows the taste! Take it on the road when you leave, Relieve boredom and greedy."

Looking at the dazzling array of bottles and cans, and hearing Tao Ti’s mouth again, Xu Wenchan couldn’t help swallowing her saliva, “Ati, don’t say it anymore, besides, I’m afraid I can’t help but hide. Get in your carriage and go to Luoyang with you."

With so many delicious foods, what's the deal? !

Not long after, someone from the palace came to report that the noodles on the stove were steamed.

Tao Ti responded and returned to the kitchen with Xu Wenchan.

The steamed noodles form a flat ball. Carefully hold it up, put it in a hot oil pan and slowly fry it on a low fire. With the sound of "stabbing thorns", the white noodles are fried into a fixed golden yellow. The noodles look very crispy, not to mention the attractive aroma of carbohydrates and fats.

The more beautiful women are, the more fragrant the food is, the more fat people are.

Tao Ti exploded three demonstratively, and the palace folks exploded the rest. The palace people sent by the dining room to help are all with some cooking skills, so it is natural to do such a simple job.

In order to verify the success of this homemade instant noodles, Tao Ti rolled up his sleeves, prepared to cook two bowls, and tasted it himself—

Unexpectedly, the water was just hot, and the fifth prince and the sixth princess came.

When the two little cats walked to the door, they raised their heads and kept chanting "It's so fragrant, so fragrant".

Ever since, Tao Ti finally cooked four bowls of instant noodles.

The four large celadon bowls are full of noodles. A large piece of crispy and plump braised beef, a few green and refreshing greens, and a golden fried egg are rich in color, which makes people very appetizing.

Under the milky white soup is the golden slightly rolled noodles. In the steaming heat, the unique aroma of instant noodles is overflowing, and the gluttons are revived.

Two big foodies and two snack foods can't wait to pick up the chopsticks, pick up the noodles and send them to the mouth.

The chewy noodles are mixed with the salty and delicious soup, which slides between the lips and teeth. It is thick and not greasy. It is very fragrant and makes people unable to stop after eating.

"It's delicious, it's so delicious!" Xu Wenchan said.

"Fragrant, really fragrant!" said the fifth prince.

"Hmm!" The sixth princess's mouth was full, and she could only nod her head in agreement.

After a while, the four bowls of noodles reached the bottom.

Xu Wenchan fell back on the chair with enjoyment, eyes full of stars, and looked at Tao Ti, "Ati, you are so amazing! Really, this bowl of noodles is really delicious. The fried noodles It is fragrant and creamy, completely different from the usual noodles, especially fragrant!"

The fifth prince and the sixth princess also joined together, looking at Tao Ti's eyes full of admiration.

"I added egg whites and peppers when I kneaded the noodles, so it will be particularly fragrant." Tao Ti wiped his mouth, and the fried food is really happy. Looking at their reaction, my self-made instant noodles this time should be very successful.

After the three eating food and rubbing the noodles, they played together for a while, and the sun turned dark without knowing it.

Before leaving, Xu Wenchan took out a stack of silver bills and stuffed it into Tao Ti’s hand, and said boldly, “It’s a good old saying, poor family and rich road. Ati, you hold these flowers. You should eat and drink. Don't lose yourself."

Tao Ti, "..."

Is this the feeling of being nurtured by a local tyrant's girlfriend? It's a bit cool.

Of course, she won't take it, she saved enough to spend.

She finally returned the silver ticket to Xu Wenchan. She never thought that the fifth prince took out a big bag of golden beans and stuffed it into her hand—

"These are all saved by me, you...you buy something you like when you see it in Luoyang..." This kid was a little awkward, with red ears, embarrassed, and didn't dare to look at Tao Ti.

Tao Ti, "..."

Well, here comes another rich man.

Compared with the magnanimity of Xu Wenchan and the five princes, the sixth princess gave a peace talisman. She said timidly, "Sister-in-law, this is the peace talisman I embroidered. You wear this, and you have a safe journey."

The goose-yellow peace symbol is embroidered with the fine but slightly naive word "Ping An", and there is a beautiful pink tassel hanging below it.

Tao Ti did not refuse this gift, and accepted it with a smile, "Fei Fei, thank you."

The sixth princess' cheeks flushed, her eyes curled like a deer, "Sister-in-law, I am waiting for you and the prince brother to come back."

Xu Wenchan and the fifth prince also quickly agreed, "Yes, we are waiting for you to come back!"

Tao Ti, "..."

Why is it suddenly sensational, you guys, woooo.

At this moment, at the gate of Yaoguang Hall, His Royal Highness who can finally come back soon after finishing his government affairs: Are these people so idle? Why haunt his princess every day!

As soon as the prince appeared, Xu Wenchan and the others went back to their homes and looked for their mothers.

Seeing that Pei Yan had come so early, Tao Ti made a cup of Eight Treasure Tea for him, and happily told him about making instant noodles.

Pei Yan drank the sweet and fragrant tea, looked at her side face full of joy, and couldn't help squinting lazily.

The exhaustion of a busy day before the case seemed to disappear suddenly.

He suddenly felt that taking her to Luoyang would be a pretty good decision.

...

After two days in the blink of an eye, it was the day of departure.

After Fu Xirui took a count, he found two more carriages. As soon as he stepped forward to report, he heard the princess say, "I added those two carriages."

Fu Xirui, "This...?"

Tao Ti explained, "The two carriages are filled with food, like cakes, naan and instant noodles."

After a pause, she looked at Pei Yan beside her, and asked in a soft, uncertain voice, "His Royal Highness, are there too many carriages? Well, I have taken as few as possible. If it is troublesome, then I will try again. Simplify..."

Her eyelashes trembled slightly, like a child afraid of doing something wrong.

Pei Yan looked down faintly, and said mildly, "It's not troublesome."

After that, he glanced at Fu Xirui faintly.

Fu Xirui immediately bent over and agreed, "The minion just asked as usual. Two carriages are nothing."

Tao Ti was relieved after hearing this, "That's good."

After the carriage was counted, Pei Yan took Tao Ti's hand, "Let's go."

"..."

Tao Ti was stunned for a while, cast his eyes down at the slender and beautiful hand that held him, and many questions popped up in his mind.

If she remembers correctly, she also has a carriage, so why did he lead her directly to his carriage?

Is it acting for the officials of the Eastern Palace and the palace people who are accompanying them? Well, this explanation is not impossible.

Before she could understand, she was already in Pei Yan's carriage.

Outside the carriage, Zhanping stood on the side holding a sword, and sighed in a low voice, "Take a woman out is trouble."

Linglong was about to get into the carriage behind her. Hearing this, she couldn't help but replied, "Master Zhan, the two carriages are filled with dry food made by the princess and our big guy. If you Too much trouble, don't eat on the way if you have the ability."

Flatten out and choke.

Linglong didn't bother to look at him again, and got into the carriage directly, sitting with the other three accompanying maids.

Seeing the convoy gradually leave the East Palace, most of the eunuchs and palace ladies in the East Palace were in a brisk mood. After all, the masters were not at home, and they could be lazy and lazy as slaves. It’s just that the eunuchs and maids of Yaoguang Temple are not in a good mood—

"Hey, once the prince has left, I don't know if she can come back in a month..."

"This will take half a month on the primary circuit, not to mention that your Highness will have to work in Luoyang. I am afraid that one month will not be enough."

"Hey, when the prince is leaving, I feel that our Yaoguang Hall is much colder and lonely!"

"Who said no, how nice the prince princess was at the time, she took us to make food together, and also talked and laughed with the eldest girl Xu, the fifth prince and the sixth princess, how lively it is."

"What should I do, I am a little bit reluctant to bear the princess now. Lan'er, Qing'er, and Min'er are so lucky to be able to stay with the princess, why didn't I get selected!"

Here, the palace people sighed in a mood of reluctance. Above the palace wall and gate, Emperor Zhaokang was standing near the wind, looking at the convoy moving away.

Li Gui handed over a cloak and reminded, "Your Majesty, it's windy and cold high up, you take care of the dragon body."

Emperor Zhaokang carried his hands on his back and said in a deep voice, "This is the first time Yan'er has traveled far, and I always feel uneasy in my heart..."

Li Gui comforted, "There are thirty guards with high martial arts and two hundred elite soldiers, and the prince will be safe on his way. Besides, there is also the prince who is taking care of him, so your majesty can rest assured."

Hearing this, Emperor Zhaokang remembered the way Tao Ti came to the door to make a sincere request that day, and couldn't help but snorted, "She had better do what she said and take care of Yan'er."

The team finally disappeared from sight, Zhao Kangdi retracted his gaze and gathered his cloak.

After a while, he said in a low and gentle voice, "Yan'er is better than me."

Li Gui was taken aback, and silently lowered his head, not daring to answer the conversation.