Inside the Mercedes-Benz four-wheeled luxury carriage, Li Chengqian curiously poked his head out of the window.

The planning of Puluo Zhongcheng is somewhat similar to that of Chang'an City, and a wide cement road crosses the entire city.

On both sides of the cement road, shops are everywhere.

Nutmeg, cinnamon, star anise, pepper, and various rare spices of Tang Dynasty can be found everywhere here.

Bird's nest, salted fish, and ivory are placed in the display cabinets at the doors of each shop.

At the same time, shops for sale in the Tang Dynasty, silk and cotton cloth can also be found here.

Due to the crowds on the streets and the traffic is relatively dense, the carriages are not driving fast.

"Gao Ming, I saw the introduction of Puluo from the "Da Tang Daily" before, saying that this is the largest city in Nanyang and the stronghold of my Tang Dynasty in the south. At that time, I had no idea. Now when I see the prosperous scene here and see the weaving ships coming and going in and out of the pier, I can truly feel the greatness of this city."

Changsun Jiaqing is one of the few officials in the East Palace who survived.

For example, Feng Xiaoyou, Zhang Sizheng, and Helan Chu Shi had already followed Hou Junji and others to find Mengpo to drink Mengpo's soup.

In other words, Changsun Jiaqing was the nephew of Empress Changsun, Li Shimin spared his life.

Therefore, Changsun Jiaqing is now the main assistant around Li Chengqian.

"Jiaqing, I heard that when the Donghai Fishery fleet first came here, Puluozhong was still deserted. It took less than ten years to build it to such a scale, which fully reflects the charm of money. It is said that Donghai Fishery has invested profits in the construction of ports on Puluozhong and along various routes for several consecutive years. Although this funding scale has not been announced to the public, it is definitely an unprecedented large-scale investment."

Naturally, Li Chengqian has no shortage of information, and the main documents in the court are qualified to be reviewed.

At that time, the East China Sea fishery could bring more than one million yuan in profits to shareholders such as the treasury and the Chu Prince's Mansion every year. After years of development, the annual profits would only be more, not less.

In other words, the East China Sea fishery has invested at least more than five million kilograms of money to build Puluo and other ports. This amount is already greater than the fiscal revenue of the Southeast Asian countries in several years.

"Although the East China Sea fishery has spent a lot of money, I heard that the appreciation of the price of Puluo Zhongcheng and surrounding land alone is enough to make up for these losses. Li Kuan has never suffered a loss when he does things."

"Yes, no wonder I kept trying to win him over, and he remained neutral. Now, he had long had doubts about whether I could ascend the throne successfully, so he refused to take the lead."

Li Chengqian also reflected on his gains and losses over the years along the way, and found that it was a very important factor that had not won Li Kuan's support.

"His Royal Highness of Chu has huge industries in Puluo, Australia, and Japan. The most important navy in the Tang Dynasty is controlled by Li Kuan. To be honest, no matter who ascends the throne, he is already invincible, so there is naturally no need to take sides early. After all, even if you ascend the throne successfully, you will ultimately rely on him instead of treating him as your enemy."

Changsun Jiaqing has been with Li Chengqian as a attendant since he was a child. The two have a very good relationship, so they have no scruples when speaking.

"That's true! But the more powerful Li Kuan is, the more beneficial it will be for us now. I heard that it only takes less than a month to go to Australia by Puluozhong. At that time, we can come to Puluozhong. Basically, the things that the Tang Dynasty can buy here."

Although Li Chengqian was not allowed to return to the Tang Dynasty throughout his life, the Puluo area was not officially incorporated into the rule of the Tang Dynasty, and it was considered a vague area.

If he is tired of staying in Australia and wants to come to Puluo for a walk, it is actually not a big problem.

"It seems that everything is sold. I even saw some fruits I had never seen before selling in shops. As for the Lingnan Jiaguo Ganbanana mentioned in the Datang Daily, it can be seen everywhere, making me a little hungry."

The four-wheeled carriage is now walking on a section of fruit shops, with various delicious fruits constantly attracting Changsun Jiaqing's attention.

I have been floating on the sea for so long, and now I really want to taste fresh food.

"I heard that Puluo is rich in a fruit that smells very smelly but tastes delicious. The Datang Daily quoted Li Kuan as saying that this kind of thing is the 'king of fruits'. We will see if it is really worthy of the name later."

With this expectation, Li Chengqian finally turned a corner and came to a large yard and listened.

"Li Langjun, this is where you settle in Puluo, which was specially prepared for you by His Highness the King of Chu. After a few days of rest here and then go to Australia, you can also help the sailors on the boat recover their energy."

Yang Qiwa did not ride a carriage, but followed the convoy on a horse.

When Li Chengqian got off the carriage, Yang Qiwa immediately came to him.

"My second brother is intent! Please tell him that I, Li Chengqian, are not a person who does not know how to repay kindness. Australia is the Australian of the King of Chu's Mansion. If I go to Australia, I will definitely follow the plan of the King of Chu's Mansion and raise cattle and sheep there without causing trouble. One day, I might also invite him to come to Australia to take a look and let him know that Li Chengqian is not a waste of life in Australia."

Li Chengqian knew that Li Kuan convinced Li Shimin to arrange himself to Australia, so he must have some other considerations.

However, he is now willing to arrange his future affairs based on Li Kuan's considerations.

Because this is the most in line with his current interests.

"Langjun Li doesn't have to be too polite. His Highness, the princes and nobles distributed overseas, encouraged and supported their development in the local area. Some time ago, His Highness, King Qi, also passed by Puluo, was greeted by Weimin himself, and arranged for the warships of the Maritime Navy to escort him to the Lion Kingdom."

Yang Qiwa's words did not arouse Li Chengqian's displeasure.

Without Li You, people were under the eaves and had to bow their heads.

"Li You also came to Puluo?"

Although Li Chengqian knew that Li You had also been exiled, he quickly left Chang'an City and was under house arrest at that time and had no news channels for himself, so he was not sure of many things. He even hadn't figured out who the prince of the Tang Dynasty was now.

"That's right, he just left Puluo Zhong a few days ago. If Li Langjun's ship arrived a few days earlier, maybe he could still talk to him in Puluo."

"Hmph! What's the old story about me and him?"

The fuse of Li Chengqian's rebellion was discovered, and Li You's rebellion in Qizhou was the result of which involved Hegan Chengji.

But Hegan Chengji, who was deeply trusted by him, sold Li Chengqian at the critical moment, in exchange for his own glory and wealth.

It can be said that there are three people Li Chengqian hates the most in this failure.

Hegan Chengji is definitely one, Li Tai is one, and Li You is also one.

No wonder when Yang Qiwa mentioned Li You, Li Chengqian had no good expression on his face.

"The servants have arranged for the servants to prepare various fruits and food in advance. Li Langjun has worked hard all the way. Should I go in and take a shower first, then have a good meal and have a sleep. If you have any problems, you can wait until tomorrow to deal with them."

Yang Qiwa is not a fool either.

Obviously, Li Chengqian didn't want to discuss Li You's affairs, so he changed the topic.

"It's OK, it's really a luxury to take a shower on the boat."

Even if Li Chengqian's identity was once very noble, the seafarers in the East China Sea fishery on the ship would not spoil him.

No one can waste fresh water on the sea, this is a bloody lesson.

So after getting on the boat, no one can take a shower on the boat.

If you really want to wash, you can jump into the sea and wash it casually.

"Then I'll arrange for a few people to stay here. If Li Langjun has any needs, they can ask them to contact me. As long as I, Yang Qiwa, can do my best."

After Yang Qiwa said this, she said goodbye.

Staying with a deposed prince for too long is a taboo after all.

What's special is that he is still a general now.

...

"Gao Ming, the entourage left by Yang Qiwa just now is the King of Fruit in Puluo. The name was given to him by His Highness the King of Chu. It is called durian, which is very strange."

In the lobby, Li Chengqian and Changsun Jiaqing, who had already washed up, looked at the baskets of fruits on the table, and their appetite immediately rose up.

"It turns out that I'm covered in thorns, and it doesn't look easy to mess with. I don't know if the taste is really that delicious."

After saying that, Li Chengqian stretched out his hand and used a little force to break it apart along the crack in the durian body.

"I'll do it!"

Even if Li Chengqian is now a civilian like him, Changsun Jiaqing would not have him serve him.

He must not be allowed to do things like breaking fruits.

Fortunately, the durian that Yang Qiwa asked people to prepare was just right and they were broken apart without any effort.

However, what comes to you is a special smell.

"vomit!"

Changsun Jiaqing almost couldn't help but vomit.

"Jiaqing, the "Datang Daily" said that this fruit smells smelly and tastes very fragrant. Now it seems that the taste is really special. I can't help but want to taste it. Is it really that fragrant?"

Seeing Changsun Jiaqing's expression, Li Chengqian simply started to do it himself again, picked up one of the durians, and put them gently into his mouth.

After taking a few deep breaths, Li Chengqian suddenly felt that this smell seemed to be no longer smelly, but rather a unique fragrance.

"Sweet and soft, this is the best fruit I have ever eaten. It is indeed the king of fruits."

When Li Chengqian ate a piece of durian in a few bites, he couldn't help but exclaim.

"Gaoming, is it really that delicious?"

Changsun Jiaqing endured the discomfort and held a piece of durian in his hand, as if he was accumulating courage.

"Isn't that just now that eating durian regularly can strengthen the body, strengthen the spleen and qi, and can also nourish the kidneys and yang, and warm the body. Don't you eat a few more pieces? After the Puluo Middle School, it will not be so easy for you to eat durian in the future."

Li Chengqian said while destroying another piece of durian.

Seeing Li Chengqian's eating so well, Changsun Jiaqing couldn't help but stuff the durian in his hand into his mouth.

However, after taking a bite, he could no longer help but run out with his mouth covered.

"vomit!"

"vomit!"

Changsun Jiaqing started vomiting like a pregnant woman who was pregnant for three months.

Li Chengqian looked at the half-bitten durian in his hand in wonder.

It was obviously something taken from the same durian, so why did it taste so delicious? Changsun Jiaqing seemed to have taken poison?
To be continued...