Suppliers from both worlds have dominated the world since Datang!

Chapter 431 Li Yuan comes to visit!!!

Before returning to the present, Zhuang Zhou returned to Chang'an.

I haven't been to the grocery store for a long time.

As soon as he entered the shop, Ma San asked:

"Boss Zhuang, have you got all the goods I asked you to buy last time?"

Zhuang Zhou slapped his forehead and then he remembered that Ma San had asked him to purchase goods, but he had completely forgotten about it.

"I've been so busy lately that I forgot about the purchase."

Zhuang Zhou smiled somewhat awkwardly.

Ma San frowned slightly when he heard this.

But then he relaxed again, waved his hand and said:

"Boss Zhuang, it's normal for you to be busy, and there's no rush for our grocery store.

However, those goods do need to be replenished as soon as possible, and some customers have asked about it several times. "

Zhuang Zhou nodded to show that he understood.

"Don't worry, I will take care of the purchase tomorrow and make sure the goods are replenished as soon as possible."

Ma San nodded with satisfaction, and then remembered something:

"By the way, Mr. Zhuang, someone from Taibai Restaurant just came to ask if you are here. It seems they are looking for you."

"Did something happen?"

"This is not."

It seems something happened in the restaurant.

Thinking of this, Zhuang Zhou turned back to Taibai Restaurant.

As soon as the talent arrived at the restaurant, he saw an exquisitely decorated carriage parked at the door.

Zhuang Zhou now has a general understanding of the decoration of the carriage.

Judging from the carriage in front of us, if it were in the future, it would at least be a top-level Mercedes-Benz luxury car.

It is conceivable that this must be a powerful person in Chang'an.

As soon as they entered the restaurant, Zhao Facai came over and said:

"Boss Zhuang, is there a guest looking for you?!"

"Oh, who?"

Zhuang Zhou asked casually.

Zhao Facai shook his head and said:

"I don't know, but he looks like a high-ranking official, waiting for you in the elegant house on the second floor."

Zhuang Zhou nodded and walked towards the elegant house on the second floor.

I couldn't help but feel curious about which distinguished guest was visiting.

As he walked into the elegant house, Zhuang Zhou immediately saw the guest sitting in the main seat.

He was an elderly man dressed in gorgeous clothes, with a noble temperament and a dignified face.

Beside him stood several followers.

Each of them looked energetic and full of vigor.

Nima!

Isn’t this the retired emperor Li Yuan?

Zhuang Zhou hurried forward and saluted:

"I didn't know the Emperor was coming. I apologize for not welcoming you from afar!"

Seeing Zhuang Zhou's polite attitude, Li Yuan was very satisfied.

He smiled slightly and said:

"Mr. Zhuang, you are too polite. I am a citizen of Chang'an today. I came here specially to have dinner. Remember that!"

"Don't worry, I'll call you Lao Li, okay?"

Zhuang Zhou thought of the security guard at Ping'an Community, Old Li.

It’s not appropriate to add an initial character, so just call him Lao Li.

"Old Li?"

Li Yuan pondered for a moment and said with a smile:

"Well, this is a good name, very good!"

At this time, Li Yuan was already 69 years old.

In ancient times, people rarely lived to be seventy years old. At this age, people were already considered to have a long life.

But after hearing Li Yuan say this, Zhuang Zhou knew that he still trusted him very much.

"Mr. Li, have you ordered yet?"

Li Yuan nodded and said, "We have already ordered. How about adding two dishes and we can eat together?"

Zhuang Zhou asked casually, it was just a few home-cooked dishes.

Then I added two more dishes and ate them together.

While waiting for the food to be served, the two started chatting again.

Now Chang'an City has undergone earth-shaking changes.

The entire city was under construction, and the official road leading to Mount Li had been completed.

It is thirty feet wide and can accommodate four horse-drawn carriages.

There is a solar lamp every five meters on both sides, so people can pass through even at night.

As they chatted, Li Yuan began to sigh:

“I didn’t expect that!

In just seventeen years, our Tang Dynasty has undergone tremendous changes.

Thinking back to the time when I first ascended the throne, the country was just being established, and there was a lot of work to be done, and everything had to start from scratch.

Today, looking at the city of Chang'an, with tall buildings standing side by side, bustling with traffic, and people living and working in peace and contentment, it is truly a scene of prosperity.

"Erlang, I feel at ease now that you are my assistant!"

Zhuang Zhou nodded repeatedly after hearing this.

The ninth year of Wude, plus the eighth year of Zhenguan.

During these seventeen years, the Tang Dynasty gradually developed from a country ravaged by frequent wars and suffering to a prosperous and strong dynasty.

This is certainly due to the efforts of the emperor and officials.

In fact, it is inseparable from the hard work of countless people.

"Old Li, you are right."

Zhuang Zhou smiled and said, "But in my opinion, the so-called prosperous times are not the prosperity of one family, but the prosperity of the people of the world."

After hearing this, Li Yuan's eyes flashed with admiration.

He nodded and said:

"Mr. Zhuang is absolutely right."

As he spoke, he changed the subject and asked with a purpose:

"Is Mr. Zhuang married?"

Zhuang Zhou didn't think much about it and replied directly:

"I'm only twenty-three, it's still early."

"Twenty-three is still early?"

Li Yuan was puzzled: "In the Tang Dynasty, men have long been enjoying the company of a married woman. Why don't I introduce a marriage to Mr. Zhuang..."

When Zhuang Zhou heard Li Yuan mention marriage, he couldn't help feeling a little surprised.

I guess this is the purpose of Li Yuan’s visit today!

People in ancient times loved to arrange marriages and use marriage to attract talented people.

This is an excellent approach in any era.

But Zhuang Zhou didn't think so and still maintained a polite smile on the surface.

He shook his head slightly and said:

“Thank you for your concern, Lao Li, but I haven’t considered getting married yet.

Besides, I have many things to deal with in Chang'an, and I don't want to be distracted by love affairs for the time being."

After hearing this, Li Yuan nodded slightly, but he obviously didn't agree:

“Mr. Zhuang is young and promising, and he is thoughtful. He should really focus on his career first.

However, it is also necessary to plan for major life events early to avoid regrets later.

If you are interested, I can introduce you to some famous ladies who will definitely be a good match for you."

When Zhuang Zhou heard this, although he was grateful, he still politely declined.

Hyundai hasn’t reached an agreement with Meng Xuan yet!

It’s enough to have a confidante in Chang’an.

Let’s forget about starting a family!

He doesn't want to be tied down by marriage matters.

"Forget it, Lao Li, I don't want to get married so soon."

After hearing Zhuang Zhou's answer, Li Yuan did not force him any further, but just smiled and nodded.

Soon, the dishes ordered by Li Yuan were served.

A dish of scrambled eggs with tomatoes, a dish of Kung Pao chicken, and a dish of sweet and sour fish.

Finally, there is a bowl of eight-treasure porridge.

Three dishes that seem extremely ordinary in later generations.

But it whetted Li Yuan's appetite.

Now let’s talk about which restaurant is the most popular in Chang’an City.

That is undoubtedly Taibai Restaurant.

This eight-treasure porridge alone is the best in the world and no one can rival it.

The rice from Taibai Restaurant is clean, plump and tough.

Whether it is porridge or steamed rice, it is soft, delicious and fragrant.

"Your Majesty, are you full?

How about I cook two more dishes for you?"

Seeing that Li Yuan seemed to be unsatisfied, Zhuang Zhou could not help but speak again.

"No need!"

Li Yuan pulled a piece of tissue from the table and wiped his mouth.

Zhuang Zhou pursed his lips when he saw this.

Seeing that Li Yuan was familiar with the place, it seemed that he often came to Taibai Restaurant for dinner.

However, Zhuang Zhou seldom comes here on weekdays, so it is Zhao Facai who takes care of things.

Now Zhuang Zhou also follows the model of later generations and provides toilet paper on the dining tables in the restaurant.

I still remember when toilet paper was first brought out.

I heard it's free to use.

Wow, they all just started grabbing the items and putting them in their arms.

This is a blank piece of paper!

How precious that is.

But later, these people found that this toilet paper was simply not suitable for writing.

As Zhuangji Grocery Store began to vigorously promote toilet paper.

This thing has become extremely common.

"By the way, Mr. Zhuang, there is something I have always wanted to confirm with you in person?"

"Oh, what's the matter?"

Li Yuan looked at Zhuang Zhou, and Zhuang Zhou also looked at Li Yuan.

After a long while, Li Yuan finally sighed:

"Are you really sent from the upper realm to assist the Holy Lord?"