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It's a pity that even though Alexander traveled from the west to the east, until he entered India, and there was only a mountain away from China in the Spring and Autumn and Warring States Periods, it was still impossible for him to come into contact with any more special cooking methods at that time.

Roasted meat and stewed broth are probably all he lives for.It is estimated that vegetables can only be eaten raw, and the same is true for fruits.So even if he is a king, he would never have imagined how many changes can be derived from a dish of food.

Lao Yu opened his eyes.As a Chinese living in the Middle East, and a person who can be regarded as a gourmet in China, his research on eating is definitely beyond the reach of ordinary people.Even those who come from powerful backgrounds and have a lot of money may not be able to compare with his tricky mouth.

A copper pot was placed on the shelf, with a red charcoal fire underneath, and a clear soup that had been prepared earlier was boiling on it.

Different from the traditional Donglaishun method of shabu-shabu, Lao Yu’s method is to use Nile perch bones, beef thigh bones, and tilapia to cook vigorously. The bones and meat are stewed into a pot of milky white.Then use the minced minced meat to repeatedly absorb impurities.

While stewing in the meat flavor, the soup becomes clear.Finally, add shallots, angelica dahurica, grass fruit, Gastrodia elata, wolfberry and ginger slices, roll it on the red charcoal, and it will taste fresh into the bone marrow.In addition, the freshly cut lamb is rinsed in the soup, and the sauce with the aroma of sesame seeds and olive oil is dipped in the mouth.That taste directly made Alexander, a king who lived to the fullest, couldn't help but sigh with emotion at Old Yu.

"After eating so many modern delicacies, in the final analysis, it is the way that is older than your country is the most amazing. This intoxicating taste, even in my era, is regarded as a salute to God , are more than enough. The golden country in the east is indeed full of magic."

It is no wonder that Alexander would have such emotion. His greatest ambition during his lifetime was to conquer the end of the world, referring to Eastern China, which was already well-known in Greece.

At that time, China, which was already in the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, had already produced silk, and this kind of fabric, which was only produced in the East, was only spread to the West through a very small number of traveling merchants before the Silk Road emerged.But even so, the West is still amazed by this extremely fine fabric.

The Old Testament of the fifth century BC calls it the most beautiful fabric.The statue of Athena in the ancient Greek city of Athens was also covered with silk to represent the infinite reverence for her.

Westerners may have never imagined that there would be such exquisite things in the world, and in their beautiful reverie, the East has become a world with countless treasures and gold everywhere.With such a vision, Alexander also launched his own expedition to the east.

He never really set foot in the East he dreamed of.This is probably the biggest regret in his life without regrets.

If someone else said this, Lao Yu would just listen to it.But Alexander was different, he had a real temperament.So when he heard this at first, Lao Yu also shuddered, and burst out laughing.

"It's not as great as you think. To put it bluntly, this is actually an inevitable demand for the development of social productivity."

After setting down a plate of lamb and a plate of marbled beef, Lao Yu took a piece of cabbage and put it in the soup pot, and then started talking.

"To put it bluntly, there are only a few ancient civilizations in your era. Egypt, Persia, Greek city-states, Indian countries, and my hometown, China. The reason why these different civilizations can rise from their own regions , and become a temporary trend. A large part of it is because there are people, and there are enough production methods to ensure that these people survive."

"Cultivation is definitely the safest way in that era. At the very least, going back to history from the current point of view, no mature civilization can develop itself without developing farming technology."

"It can be limited by the times, and it is also the development of farming technology. Even if it is said that several ancient civilizations are the first to adopt farming development methods, it is impossible to say that hard work alone can meet everyone's food and clothing needs. Because Cultivation is restricted, barren land can’t even feed people, and rich land is often fat in the eyes of many people. For this reason, wars are always inevitable. This is also the most primitive slogan of war. It's about survival."

"Water and soil?" He thought about most of the wars he had seen in his life.Although most of them have reasons of one kind or another, in the final analysis, the purpose is actually to occupy more fertile land and rivers.

Of course, there are other purposes as well.For example, killing the other man's man and taking away the other party's woman.In the final analysis, this is just a way to expand one's own civilized population in disguise, but it's just different methods with the same effect.

Alexander agrees with Lao Yu's statement, but he doesn't understand how it has anything to do with what he said about social productivity.So in the spirit of not being ashamed to ask, he put down his chopsticks very simply, and said solemnly.

"I still don't quite understand. Is there any necessary connection between this and what you said?"

"How should I say it?" Seeing Alexander's behavior, Lao Yu could only put down his chopsticks and get serious.

"War will lead to two situations. One is long-term confrontation. Under the premise that the opponent cannot be eliminated at all, several identical forces will form a rather embarrassing situation. That is, because of their own needs and long-term fighting. Due to hatred and other reasons, it is impossible to stop the war unilaterally. Even if it is impossible to carry out an absolute major conflict, there will be frequent small frictions. And this will be very harmful to the production resources of the country, that is, food. It is a severe challenge. You have experienced such a war and you should understand how a group of soldiers who do not produce and consume huge amounts of food will pose a challenge to the country's economy."

Alexander nodded, of course he knew all about it.In this regard, the Greek city-states are the most vivid example.

Don't talk about those weak city-states, just talk about the enemies of Athens and Sparta.They have suffered through the long-term confrontation.

Because of the war, Athens has become more and more conflicted with those states that are attached to it.And Sparta even planted the hidden danger of the Helaus uprising for this reason.It is not without reason that the two Greek regions, which were bright for a while, were replaced by the rising stars of Macedonia and Rome.Looking at it now, a large part of the reason is that this stalemate has consumed each other's national power and made the situation in the Greek region more and more complicated.In the end, it made them powerless to stop the rise of these rising stars.

That's how Alexander made his fortune.So he sees it more clearly than anyone else.And it was precisely because of this thoroughness that he was even more curious about another situation that Old Yu was talking about.

"Then what is the other situation?"

"It is unity, my majesty. Take my motherland as an example. In the era near you, seven powerful countries fought their best, and each ruled the roost. There were both land conflicts and blood feuds from generation to generation. To some extent it might have gone the way of Greece. But under a king no less wise than yours, it was brought to an end."

"A kingdom that wiped out six other opponents in an invincible manner, and took all the lands and peoples under its banner. Just like you did"

"The vast land provides enough space for the people to give birth, and the lack of farming technology can be replaced by more land. The times are advancing, and the grain yield per mu is also increasing, which meets the needs of more people in disguise. . While stimulating population growth, it also allows more people to invest in this kind of production operations."

"The most important thing is that the stable regime and rule do not require the people to frequently switch between the two identities, that is, soldiers and peasants, and they do not need them to fill up their hard earned money in the war. This huge appetite is almost In the mouth of the bottomless giant beast. Farming can continue to develop steadily for a long time, and this also makes the food in the society extremely rich."

"When everyone's food and clothing are satisfied in this way, people will naturally start to have other pursuits. Unlike now, rich entertainment will distract people too much energy. In that era, the best entertainment The way is always reflected in the aspects of food, clothing, housing and transportation.”

"Eating is not just eating, but a skill to study, a pleasant way to experience. Then naturally, this cooking skill that can satisfy human appetite to the greatest extent will be born. So To put it bluntly, this is not because there is any magical place in the east. It is because we have the longest unification process in the world, and we also have the longest peaceful and happy years."

"The truth seems to be such a truth, not bad."

Listening to Lao Yu's long speech, while listening carefully to his insights like a student, Alexander inevitably sighed and expressed his emotions.

"However, I still feel the magic of that land. Don't be perfunctory to me, Lao Yu, and don't forget that I am also a king. I know very well what it is like for a king to conquer by war. Even more clearly, the king What kind of thing is it to rule the territory under one's own wrist? It is not easier than the former, and it is even more difficult. If you want to let the vast majority of people occupying the empire enjoy happiness and get enough food to fill their stomachs, Putting on clothes that can keep you warm is not something that ordinary kings can do. Even I myself may not have the confidence at that time.”

Looking back at that time, he couldn't help but feel sad.After his death, the huge empire fell apart and fell apart.If you want to say that he didn't have the slightest foresight before, that would be too small to underestimate the wisdom of this king.

"I am good at war, no one can deny this. But I am afraid that the best scholars around me can't give me an ideal answer. Ancient Greece, Egypt, and even Persia have never had such great achievements. Under my command, those arrogant soldiers, the reason why they are willing to follow me loyally is that I can use war to conquer everything in front of them, and the benefits of war are enough to fill the greed in each of them. However, there are One problem is, when the war can no longer continue, and there is no land in the world that can be conquered, where should I go to satisfy their appetite and ambition?"

"This was the problem that bothered me the most at the time. I couldn't even taste it because of him. But fortunately, I don't need to worry about this problem anymore, because fate didn't give me a chance to witness that day. Is it lucky? ?Old Yu. Or, did I miss an opportunity to make myself greater?"

This kind of question is not easy to answer for Lao Yu.They can't turn back time after all.But just imagine, a huge empire spanning three continents in Europe, Asia and Africa, maintained for a long time.That may indeed be a ray of light in human civilization.

This should be the true light of Western civilization.Unfortunately, it did go out more than 2000 years ago.

The second thousand and 120 chapter three

This is not a good direction to chat.So Lao Yu immediately started to change the subject.

"Think about it, Your Majesty. After all, you have a new life now, so even if you have any regrets, now you have a chance to make up for it, don't you?"

Old Yu's words were comforting.Of course, maybe even he himself felt that there was some lack of sincerity in it.However, he didn't care about this, because during this short but extremely harmonious relationship, he had already figured out the nature of Alexander, the king.

He is extraordinarily proud, confident and pure.Such a person is used to carrying burdens, so naturally he doesn't need anyone to comfort him.Therefore, instead of wasting time doing this kind of useless work, it is better to move your chopsticks more, so as not to let down the authenticity of the delicious food in front of you.

Although he is a newborn, his body has returned to the healthiest state.But already accustomed to this middle-aged and elderly lifestyle, Lao Yu's taste is still more inclined to the list.Although there is no substantive basis for health preservation, it is mostly for peace of mind.But after all, it is possible to develop some seemingly healthy habits.For example, being a vegetarian, if you have meat but don’t eat vegetarian dishes, this has already made Alexander laugh at him for countless times.

It's just that ridicule is ridicule, he still does his own way after all.After all, if he had to take care of even eating, then this monarch would be too headstrong.

Alexander is naturally not such a person. The so-called ridicule is more of an expression of intimacy.After all, Old Yu was special to him.So even though he could hear the lack of sincerity in his words, he still accepted his kindness after all.However, he also raised a new question accordingly.

"This is indeed an opportunity. But, Lao Yu, my friend. Do you really want me to extend my journey to your hometown?"

Hearing this question, Lao Yu's face remained unchanged, but his chewing speed slowed down a bit.Of course, no matter how slow it is, it is just a vegetable leaf, and it still has to be swallowed in the stomach.And after finishing this series of eating actions, he just shook his head and said frankly.

"Of course not. Because it's my hometown anyway."

"Although I am a person who left my hometown due to some accidents, but this is not a reason for me to bring the flames of war to my hometown. You know, any person with a little conscience should not have such an idea. Because it is like It's the same as the lesson that children don't resent their parents, even if they really did something wrong, can you still deny the parents who gave birth to you and raised you?"

"Maybe some people will do this, and they don't have too much hesitation. But I know myself, even if I am killed, I can't do this. So, Your Majesty, if you really want to go this far If you don't, please forgive me, I'm afraid I will have to go against your wishes."

"Old Yu, my friend, you shouldn't have said these things."

Facing Lao Yu's frankness, Alexander became helpless.

"Even if you really have such an idea in your heart, can't you just keep it in your heart and say something nice to me? After all, I am a king, and disobeying a king face to face is really not what a wise man would do."

"It's really not smart." He laughed, and Lao Yu's face was a little more ashamed, but in the end he still had a frank look.He didn't feel that he should have anything to hide, after all, he believed that what he did was out of his heart and right.This kind of thinking has nothing to say to others.So naturally I don't want to do this kind of person who is different from the front and the back.