Chapter 497: The Best
Chapter 497: The Best
The jar weighed about one pound and was very delicate and small. Emperor Yongshun took the jar and examined it carefully. When he saw the description on the jar, he couldn't help but exclaimed in surprise: "Is this the brown sugar made from the stuff you found in the mountains last time?"
Sheng Zhenzhen smiled and nodded, with a confident light in her eyes: "Yes, this is the brown sugar made from sugarcane. Compared with the ordinary brown sugar on the market, its quality is superior, and even the tribute in the palace can hardly compare with it."
Hearing this, Emperor Yongshun showed an anxious expression on his face. He couldn't help but urged: "Xiao Muzi, open it quickly! I can't wait to taste this unique delicacy."
However, Sheng Zhenzhen hurriedly stopped him and said, "Father, please be patient. This jar is tightly sealed with wax and it will be difficult to open it for a while. However, we have prepared many other delicacies for you. You can move them into the house and enjoy them slowly."
"Okay, then move in quickly." Emperor Yongshun nodded helplessly, but he could no longer suppress his desire for brown sugar. So he personally picked up the small jar and walked quickly into the imperial study.
At this time, the guards standing guard in front of the palace saw everyone busy and came to help. They worked together and soon filled the table next to the imperial study with all kinds of food.
At the same time, Emperor Yongshun had picked up a dagger, carefully pried open the jar, and quickly took out a piece of apple and put it into his mouth, savoring the sweet taste with a satisfied smile on his face.
Seeing his father like this, Sheng Zhenzhen couldn't help but feel a little amused. In order to taste a piece of candy, he actually used a precious dagger to open the jar. I'm afraid that apart from his father, only Zheng Sisi could do such a thing.
I don’t know if my grandfather would jump out of his coffin and beat my father if he knew about this.
"Hmm~ Delicious, with a crunchy texture, sweet but not greasy, and a light fragrance. This brown sugar is top quality."
Sheng Zhen pointed to several small jars on another table and said with satisfaction: "Eunuch Mu, these are prepared for you by Princess Anping."
Hearing this, Eunuch Mu immediately showed a happy smile on his face. He walked forward quickly, hugged several small jars tightly in his arms, and then sent them to the side hall. Because there were so many jars, he even had to run back and forth twice. His face was filled with joy, as if he had obtained some great treasure.
Looking at Eunuch Mu's back, Sheng Zhen couldn't help but sigh: "Eunuch Mu really likes Princess Anping."
Emperor Yongshun was unhappy when he saw that Eunuch Mu had hidden all his things: "What are you hiding? I'm not going to steal your things."
At this time, Emperor Yongshun curiously opened one of the jars, and a strong hawthorn aroma hit his nose. He carefully picked up a piece of hawthorn and put it in his mouth to taste it. The sweet and sour taste made him close his eyes and savor the wonderful taste carefully.
"Father, please don't pry them open. The wax seal prevents air from entering and allows the food to be preserved for longer."
After a while, Emperor Yongshun opened his eyes, which were full of satisfaction. He said to Sheng Zhen, "I see, you have prepared so well. These hawthorn slices are really delicious." Then, he could not wait to pick up the second piece of hawthorn slice and put it into his mouth, nodding his head repeatedly to express his appreciation.
At this moment, Sheng Zhen turned to look at Eunuch Mu and asked, "Eunuch Mu, can you send someone to the harem to pass on a message for me? Please ask all the nobles in the harem to come and receive the gifts."
Emperor Yongshun asked in confusion: "Why do you still prepare food for them?"
Sheng Zhen smiled and explained, "This is a kind gesture from Princess Anping. She hopes to share this delicious food with everyone. It is also a form of publicity."
Emperor Yongshun suddenly understood and nodded to show his understanding. At the same time, he once again cast his eyes on the hawthorn slices on the table and couldn't help but pick up another piece and put it into his mouth. The sweet and sour taste intoxicated him and his affection for Princess Anping doubled.
When Eunuch Mu saw that the Emperor did not agree, he did not know what to do for a moment and was caught in a dilemma.
At this time, Sheng Zhen elaborated on the marketing strategy mentioned by Zheng Sisi to Emperor Yongshun in detail. After listening, Emperor Yongshun nodded frequently, expressing his approval: "This is a very good idea. Don't miss any opportunity to promote. The women in the harem are all from wealthy families. Sisi's idea is indeed brilliant. Xiao Muzi, you can let Xiao Linzi go there in person."
Eunuch Mu hurriedly obeyed the order: "I will arrange it right away." After that, he left in a hurry and arranged for his apprentice to go to the harem personally and make sure to pass the news to everyone.
After Eunuch Mu left, the father and son discussed their experience of going to Qingshui County in the imperial study.
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