Good Landlord of the Tang Dynasty.

Summary

In the face of severe drought, hope remains as people plant seeds, but reality is grim. By October, crops are dying, and water sources are depleted. The emperor, Li Shi Min, struggles with a failed rain-calling ceremony and faces rising anxiety among the populace. With locusts, previously a food source, now scarce, relief grain shortages loom. Experts explain locust life cycles, revealing their decline due to seasonal changes. Li Shi Min contemplates self-reliance strategies, while the court organizes efforts for fishing and hunting. The community is urged to gather wild vegetables and collaborate in large-scale hunts to survive the harsh winter ahead.

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