NOVEL NEXT Chapter 70: The Majestic Declaration of the Powerful Han and Prosperous Tang Dynasty!
After hearing Xiao Ran’s explanation, Li Lizhi found the notion of the Tang Dynasty’s prosperity lasting for two hundred and eighty-nine years acceptable. The same sentiment applied to other dynasties; it suddenly seemed acceptable.
“Is the Tang Dynasty powerful? How does it compare to previous dynasties?” Xiao Ran asked Li Lizhi.
“Very strong!” She replied.
“The Tang Dynasty is on par with the greatness of the Han Dynasty. Later dynasties aim for the standards set by the Han and Tang, and their overall strength surpasses that of earlier dynasties as times progressed,” Xiao Ran explained.
“I can understand that,” Li Lizhi said.
“Feudal dynasties spanned over two thousand years, with the Han and Tang as benchmarks. Later dynasties aspire to be ‘comparable to the Han and Tang’ or even ‘far ahead of the Han and Tang’,” Xiao Ran added.
Li Lizhi nodded happily, a sense of pride swelling within her.
Xiao Ran said, “The Han and Tang were eras of China’s great unification, sharing common historical characteristics such as national unity, flourishing culture, strong national power, far-reaching national prestige, expansive territory, and extensive foreign exchanges.”
“The Great Han was the first truly unified Han cultural state, and the Tang Dynasty represents the pinnacle of Han culture’s prosperity.”
“Wow!” Li Lizhi exclaimed, deeply moved by the impact of the Tang Dynasty and the Great Han.
“Han had a saying, ‘Those who commit a strong Han will be punished even if they are far away,'” Xiao Ran mentioned.
“I know this! It’s from a letter by Chen Tang, a renowned general of the Western Han, to Emperor Han Yuan. He said something like: ‘It is advisable to hang between the mansions of the barbarians on the Tou Street to show thousands of miles away!'” Li Lizhi shared enthusiastically.
Xiao Ran nodded, “Almost. Tang Dynasty has a similar saying!”
“What is it?” Li Lizhi eagerly asked.
“Barbarians, both inside and outside, whoever dares to raise arms will be executed!” Xiao Ran revealed.
Li Lizhi nodded, “Who said that?”
“That’s not important… it’s getting late,” Xiao Ran replied.
Li Lizhi pouted, “I can’t sleep. Tell me more! I want to hear!”
“I have to get down to business tomorrow! I can’t get up again in the morning,” Li Lizhi complained.
“Got it!” she replied, pouting.
Reluctantly, Li Lizhi returned to her bed.
“Changle, good night!” Xiao Ran bid her goodnight.
“Good night!” She responded.
This is a greeting spanning more than a thousand years! Beyond time and space! The room also fell silent.
After a long time, Li Lizhi approached cautiously. After an even longer time, Xiao Ran slowly leaned over…
Li Lizhi opened her eyes and didn’t see Xiao Ran. She realized she had overslept again. This time, Li Lizhi wasn’t bothered. She was becoming accustomed to it.
Xiao Ran didn’t say anything the last time, and Li Lizhi didn’t feel entangled anymore. She accepted being discovered. Li Lizhi picked up her clothes, put them on, and left the bedroom with disheveled hair.
“Wake up!” She announced.
Li Lizhi smiled and nodded, “Good morning!”
“Good morning. Go wash up and have breakfast later!” Xiao Ran instructed.
Li Lizhi enjoyed this feeling, something she hadn’t experienced in the Princess Mansion before.
She pulled Xiao Ran, “You go with me!”
With eager eyes, Li Lizhi looked at Xiao Ran.
“Good!” He agreed.
While Li Lizhi brushed her teeth, Xiao Ran combed her hair behind her.
“Have a chance to try the shampoo,” he suggested.
“It’s cold now, and it will take a long time to dry,” Li Lizhi said.
“Don’t worry, it can be done quickly now.”
“Okay, come back later, and you can wash it for me! Okay?” Li Lizhi looked at Xiao Ran in the mirror.
“No problem!” He assured her.
Li Lizhi showed a satisfied smile. After breakfast, Li Lizhi took her cosmetics and food boxes to Lizheng Hall.
The Tang Dynasty excelled in openness, tolerance, and acceptance of foreign things, making Xiao Ran’s business much easier.