Luoyang peony is the best in the world.

After clearing the river from Luoyang to Chang'an City, it became extremely convenient to go from Weishui Wharf to Luoyang.

Whether it is the products of Jiangnan Road that pass through the Grand Canal, arrive at Chang'an through Luoyang, or the things produced by various workshops in Chang'an City, transported to various prefectures and counties along the Grand Canal by water, or seafood from Dengzhou, it has become much faster to go directly to Luoyang and Chang'an by fast ships.

There was nothing big about it, so Li Kuan simply took Cheng Jingwen and Wu Meiniang and the whole family to Luoyang to see the peony flowers.

Of course, seeing peonies is just an excuse, and the real purpose is to go out and have fun.

The Tang Dynasty has changed a lot in recent years. Li Kuan is planning to go around the country to see what his industries have become.

In Guanshishan Academy, the Steam Engine Research Institute, which Li Yan is responsible for, has completed the production of the prototype with the help of rubber, and is now constantly improving.

When the fleet that was heading to America for rubber came back, it was time for steam engines to be mass-produced.

At this point, Li Kuan felt that it was necessary to take a good look at the industries of the Chu King’s Mansion and grasp the current industrial situation of the Tang Dynasty.

Dengzhou and Shuozhou, two economic centers in the north, are the two main destinations that Li Kuan is preparing to visit this time.

Of course, in the future, we will definitely take our family to Jiangnan, Lingnan Road, and Nanyang.

However, you have to eat one bite at a time and walk one bite at a time.

"Brother Huaidao, let's go out and have a walk."

Li Kuan and his party had just settled in Home Inn in Luoyang, when Xiao Yumi pestered Qin Huaidao and went out for a walk with him.

Although it is not enough to be exhausted by the boat, Xiao Yumi knew very well that today she would not think about taking her Aye Niang out for fun.

But she was a master who couldn't sit still, so she pulled Qin Huaidao out with her.

"Little corn, didn't my master's wife say it? Have some rest today and take us to see the peony flowers tomorrow. Luoyang is not Chang'an City after all, and the master comes very low-key again. If we go out directly, we might encounter something."

Before Qin Huaidao could say anything, Lu Zhaolin first raised an objection.

As Li Kuan’s youngest disciple, Lu Zhaolin also came to Luoyang this time.

In fact, most of the time, Lu Zhaolin learns with Li Kuan.

"Hmph, isn't Luoyang the world of the Tang Dynasty? Our Chu Prince's Mansion also has many industries in Luoyang, so what's there to be afraid of? If not, then we can just show our identity directly, wouldn't it be enough?"

How could Lu Zhaolin stop what Xiao Yumi wanted to do?

Lu Zhaolin, who had never really said to have beaten Xiao Yumi, was defeated this time naturally.

"Luoyang is located on a major transportation road, and the situation is relatively responsible, and there are all kinds of people. Although under the rule of Your Majesty, the people of the Tang Dynasty lived a peaceful and prosperous life, no matter where it is, there are dark places that the sun cannot find. If we go out alone, there are really certain risks.

This time, the master brought not many guards, and he took a private visit. The officials in Luoyang didn't know that His Royal Highness of the King of Chu of the Tang Dynasty was coming. I suggest going out with Master and others tomorrow, and the guards will be more comprehensive."

Although Qin Huaidao is very confident in his skills, he does not want to take unnecessary risks.

Wandering around in unfamiliar places may cause something to happen.

The main reason is that the county lord is not a good-looking person. If she doesn't come to her, she will take the initiative to look for her.

"I said you two big men are not as brave as me. Are you shy or not? Although Aye has not brought many guards this time, they are all excellent people. If something really happens, and just send an arrow out, what danger will there be? If you don't dare to go, then I will go by myself."

After Xiao Yumi finished speaking, she didn't care what Qin Huaidao and Lu Zhaolin had to say that, and walked out the door.

Qin Huaidao and Lu Zhaolin looked at each other helplessly and had to follow.

They were embarrassed to complain to Li Kuan for this matter. In that case, Xiao Yumi might think of some way to tease them in the future.

Luoyang can reach Hedong Road to the north, Hebei Road to the west, Guanzhong Road to the east, Henan Road to the south, Huainan Road and Jiangnan Road to the south.

It can be said that this is one of the centers of the Tang Dynasty and its geographical location is really good.

In places with convenient transportation, the economy will often not be too bad.

As the second existence in the Tang Dynasty, Luoyang was already shaky, and Dengzhou, Liangzhou, Yangzhou, and Hangzhou were chasing each one and would soon surpass Luoyang.

However, at least among the tax revenues in the 17th year of Zhenguan, regardless of the market tax, Luoyang is still the second in the world.

So when Xiao Yumi and Qin Huaidao and others walked on the streets of Luoyang, they could naturally see a prosperous scene.

Those who sell cloth, ready-made clothes, groceries, desserts, furs, porcelain, permanent bicycles, four-wheeled carriages, rice, salt, tea, and so on.

There are still many shoulder poles on the street carrying things and shouting.

Occasionally, some people sell marshmallows or candied haws there.

These foods that originated from Chang'an City, or foods that originated from the Chu Prince's Mansion, can be seen in many places in Luoyang.

After all, although white sugar is still an expensive existence in the Tang Dynasty, it is no longer only wealthy businessmen and nobles can afford it.

"Brother Huaidao, how about it? It's your first time to come to Luoyang to have fun? If you follow me, Aye Niang, you will go to those famous attractions and see things that don't have any Luoyang characteristics. You can't see the most real side of Luoyang. But it's different for us to come out by ourselves. We will go directly to the most lively interface in Luoyang, and we will know all kinds of customs and cultures."

Little corn was holding a mutton skewer in one hand and a candied haw in the other, walking aimlessly on the interface.

This street close to the canal is the most prosperous commercial street in Luoyang City.

Of course, in the eyes of locals, this is also the most chaotic street.

People from all walks of life are here to make a living.

All kinds of people form this bustling commercial street.

"Compared with the east and west cities of Chang'an City, the streets here seem to be more full of life. Especially the vendors who are pushing small carts on both sides selling pineapple eggs and fried rice noodles, which surprised me very much. This pineapple egg is said to be invented by a eunuch in our palace, right? I didn't expect that it seems to be very popular in Luoyang. And the fried rice noodles seem to have only become popular in recent years. No one has ever had the habit of processing rice into rice noodles before."

Qin Huaidao looked at both sides with relish.

At this time, he no longer thought about whether he should come out to play.

Anyway, he has confidence in his skills and the public security of the Tang Dynasty.

This time, the people from the Chu Prince's Mansion came to Luoyang for a temporary decision, and not many people knew about it.

When he and Xiao Yumi came to this street, he made a temporary decision. It was impossible for an enemy to ambush in advance.

So he followed Xiao Yumi more relaxedly.

"There are also the fried rice with eggs. I think someone is selling them in a cart. The iron pot seems to be using Jintai iron pot. It seems that the influence of Chang'an City is getting bigger and bigger. Looking around, you can find traces of Chang'an in many things."

Lu Zhaolin, who was standing by, also expressed his views.

"That's true. Luoyang, as the transit point of the Grand Canal from Chang'an to Jiangnan, was not only affected by Jiangnan, but also deeply influenced by Chang'an City. I guess it would be even more interesting if I came out to play in this street at night. Have you noticed that whale oil candle street lights are installed on both sides of the street."

After relieving the pressure on his body, Qin Huaidao followed Xiao Yumi and Lu Zhaolin like a child.

"There is a tavern in front that seems very lively. Let's go and try Luoyang food."

Xiao Yumi is a foodie. As soon as she finished eating the snacks in her hands, she suggested going to the tavern to try it out.

"Okay, the style of this restaurant seems to be quite different from that of Diandude and Aizumi. It's good to see it!"

Qin Huaidao is now in high spirits and naturally expresses his support.

Besides, it’s normal to have a meal when I’ve been out for a walk.

You can't go back to Home Inn to eat when you're hungry, right?

There is no need at all!

"Yes, Luoyang is more convenient than Chang'an City, whether it is going to Dengzhou or going to Jiangnan. I heard that there is a saltpeter mine outside Luoyang City, so there are many ice-making shops in Luoyang. Many seafood shipped from Dengzhou to Chang'an City use saltpeter produced in Luoyang."

Xiao Yumi and Qin Huaidao both agreed, how could Lu Zhaolin object?

He was more active than the two of them and wanted to take a good look at this restaurant that looked like a seafood shop. What was the difference between it and Chang'an City.

Such taverns that specialize in seafood are rare in Chang'an City.

Even in Luoyang, they had just walked such a long way, and it was the first time they saw such a seafood restaurant.

Sure enough, as soon as I entered the winery gate, I saw two long tables placed on both sides, covered with ice cubes.

On the ice are shrimps, crabs, abalone, yellow croaker, squid, sea urchin...

Qin Huaidao, who had never been to the beach, although he had eaten these things, the first time he saw so many seafood placed in a wine shop, he was still quite shocked.

"The shopkeeper of this restaurant is a talent. Just a seafood display has completely aroused everyone's desire to eat."

Lu Zhaolin stood in front of the seafood display counter, unable to move his steps.

There is no way, those big prawns are still very impactful when lying there.

"This price seems a bit expensive. A big prawn costs 380 cents, and an abalone costs 388 cents."

Qin Huaidao glanced at the price tag on it, and it hurt a lot.

The Qin family is considered a relatively poor noble in Chang'an City.

Qin Qiong is generous and almost always meets every request for money for all kinds of people who come to the house.

In addition, the Qin family does not have any very competitive industries in business, so the income is very limited.

This made Qin Huaidao and Qin Shandao suffer.

Obviously, other noble children can spend money like flowing money, but they live so much.

Of course, he must be able to afford a few prawns, but the price made him feel a little distressed.

"I think the people who eat here seem to be foreign merchants or tourists. In addition, these seafood are transported from Dengzhou, and the cost is indeed relatively high. Although the price is relatively high, it is not particularly outrageous."

Lu Zhaolin also glanced at the prices of various seafood and expressed his opinions.
To be continued...