Good Landlord of the Tang Dynasty.

Summary

As evening fell, snow blanketed the courtyard, and Zhang Chao prepared a warm dinner in their cave dwelling. The meal included smoked meat with radishes, bean dregs with cabbage, wild onion and eggs, and salted fish, all steaming and appetizing. Despite the cold, the Qian family, their servants, hesitated to join the meal. Zhang Chao insisted they eat nearby, fostering warmth and goodwill. The villagers, aware of Zhang Chao's financial losses in grain collection, still praised him for his generosity. He planned to sell 20,000 buns to offset losses, adjusting prices due to fluctuating grain costs. The simple yet flavorful dishes reflected the era's dietary habits, highlighting the contrast between rich and poor in Tang society.

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