Daxia Wensheng

Chapter 140 Weak countries have no diplomacy, dignity is only on the blade, Gu Jinnian goes to the border
Daxia Kyoto.

Inside the Ministry of Rites.

Gu Jinnian's gaze was like a blade, looking at everyone present.

Feeling Gu Jinnian's gaze, many people dare not look directly at them.

"Jinnian, this matter has not been settled yet."

"It's just a discussion right now."

"If you have any ideas, you can also say it, and everyone will discuss it."

Looking at Gu Jinnian's anger, Yang Kai understood that the Xiongnu had enmity with Gu Jinnian, and Gu Jinnian cut the Hun's fortune twice, and if Kong Sheng was counted, it would be three times.

The Huns hated Gu Jinnian deeply.

Similarly, Gu Jinnian also had great dissatisfaction with the Huns. Coupled with the grievances of the previous generation, Gu Jinnian's behavior was reasonable.

It's just that the court returns to the court, politics is politics, and personal grievances are personal grievances.

Something can be negotiated.

Through joint discussion, decide the best option.

"Master Shangshu."

"The meaning of the lower official is very simple. The silver will not be compensated, and the mine will be returned. As for the Daxia Dragon Pao, don't even think about it."

"As for revising the history books? How dare the Huns and barbarians say such things?"

"Twelve cities, slaughtered for ten days, how many people died? How many people died in the hands of the enemy?"

"The souls of the tragic death are just erased like this?"

"Is it funny or not?"

Gu Jinnian was really angry.

Other Gu Jinnian can bear it, because it's just some conditions.

Whether it is money or mines, they are all materials.

But what is the concept of revising history books?
Is this to erase this hatred?A simple sentence of diluting or erasing, what does it bring?
It is tens of millions of people who died in vain, so they really died in vain, and there is no way to stir up any waves.

Why?
And why?
Gu Jinnian's voice silenced some of the people present, while others clenched their fists and their eyes were full of excitement.

They agreed with what Gu Jinnian said.

The Ministry of Rites is a place to talk about etiquette, but it is not about soft persimmons, or people with strong bones.

"it is good."

"well said."

"His Royal Highness, it is really different, I admire you."

"That's how it should be."

"We support what His Royal Highness said."

Some people spoke up, praising Gu Jinnian's idea.

"His Royal Highness."

However, someone still stood up and bowed to Gu Jinnian.

"His Royal Highness, I understand your thoughts."

"You can't do things so recklessly. The conditions offered by the Xiongnu Kingdom are indeed too much, but they can be negotiated."

"Wouldn't it be a good thing to win the Twelve Cities within a reasonable range and without bloodshed?"

"For Great Xia, it will strengthen the country's destiny, and for the common people, it will regain their confidence."

"And I, Daxia, can work hard to rule. After decades, when the horse steps into the royal court, I can still avenge my revenge."

"Right now, we should focus on the overall situation."

He made a sound, looked at Gu Jinnian, and said seriously.

This is Wai Lang, a member of the Ministry of Rituals, in his early 30s, with a gentle manner. What he said is also reasonable, and he is standing on the overall situation.

But Gu Jinnian couldn't help but speak out.

"Dare to ask my lord, what kind of conditions are reasonable?"

Gu Jinnian did not get angry either.

They are all their own people, disputes belong to disputes, others express their views, and they express their own views.

He was angry just now, mainly because of the shameless conditions of the Huns.

Rather than anger at the Ministry of Rites.

"Thirty million taels is acceptable."

"Longmen Cannon cannot be given."

"In terms of mines, it doesn't matter if they can continue to mine for 50 or 100 years. After all, as long as our Great Xia Dynasty really recovers, this is just a useless contract."

"Taking a step back, it's nothing more than scolding, but there's nothing to say about the blood feud."

"As for this history book, the envoys of the Jin Dynasty also said that the Xiongnu Kingdom valued this most. They believed that repaying the twelve cities should not be an invasion and must be changed."

"As for this change, I can make a little rhetoric later. It will be the same when I change it back when the horse steps into the royal court 30 years later."

The latter opened his mouth, and his thoughts were also very simple.

Agreeing or not agreeing is just a measure of rights and interests. If the Great Xia Dynasty really takes off in the future, it will naturally have nothing to fear. If the Great Xia Dynasty is still in a normal state, then there is no way to get back the Twelve Cities.

When the Great Xia founded the country, the land was recognized by the heaven and the earth. With the loss of twelve cities, the Great Xia Dynasty indeed lost part of the national fortune.

If the twelve cities on the border were brought back, the Great Xia's national fortune would surely take off.

"The Ministry of Rites is the face of the country. If you agree, even one day, the Great Xia Dynasty will be able to step down from the royal court."

"How could the Dajin Dynasty and the Fuluo Dynasty agree?"

Gu Jinnian directly vetoed it for no other reason. It seemed that there was nothing wrong with it. First compromise and then regret it.

But in fact, this approach must not work.

There is no other reason. The Dajin Dynasty and the Fuluo Dynasty are not stupid. If the Daxia Dynasty repents one day, they can definitely use the official document signed by both parties to accuse the Daxia Dynasty.

To put it bluntly, this is an opportunity to send troops to others.

If the Great Xia Dynasty went to war with the Xiongnu Kingdom, the Fuluo Dynasty and the Dajin Dynasty could assist the Xiongnu Kingdom, but they did not dare to be blatant and could only send resources secretly instead of sending troops to join the war.

If you send troops to join the war, it will be regarded as a declaration of war with the Great Xia Dynasty.

But if the Great Xia Dynasty took the lead in doing bad things, the two major dynasties would also have reasons to participate.

Isn't this looking for trouble for yourself?

Of course, if one day, the strength of the Great Xia Dynasty can overwhelm the Eastern Barren Territory, then there is no problem.

But that's not realistic.

Unless there is absolute power, it is difficult to achieve complete unity.

"What His Royal Highness said makes sense."

"But if you don't give anything according to what His Royal Highness said, the twelve cities can only be won back with blood."

"But if the Great Xia Dynasty declares war now, and the armies of the two sides fight each other, I conservatively estimate that 10 people will die in Great Xia."

"The 10 people who died in battle are unbearable consequences for the Great Xia Dynasty."

The latter agreed with Gu Jinnian's point of view, but he insisted on his own point of view.

10 soldiers died on the battlefield, which sounds like a kind of glory, but for a dynasty, the pension of [-] people is frighteningly high, plus all kinds of war costs, it is not worth it at all.

So what if the Twelve Cities were taken back?
There is quite a line of defense to defend the Huns. If it is brought back, will it take time to resettle the people?Do people need financial and material resources to build a new home in Twelve Cities?
Therefore, it would be best if the Twelve Cities could be taken back in a more relaxed manner.

After all, taking back the Twelve Cities is the face of the dynasty, plus the luck of the country, the others are not of much value.

"The dream of a soldier is to regain lost ground, no matter what the price is."

"Your Excellency, don't use your own thoughts to judge my Daxia soldiers."

Gu Jinnian spoke directly.

He was not angry at the other party, but expressed the feelings of the soldiers.

What is the use of soldiers who serve as generals if they cannot throw their heads and shed blood when the country is in danger?

And there is another point, that is, step back, step by step.

Reconcile today and promise various compensations. To put it mildly, it is called redeeming the Twelve Cities. To put it bluntly, it is to kneel down and take back the Twelve Cities.

Gu Jinnian refused.

I believe that everyone in the Ministry of War will not agree.

"If His Royal Highness says that, then I have nothing to say."

The latter did not answer.

He also didn't want to argue with Gu Jinnian, enough was enough.

Because both sides make sense.

"Jin Nian."

At this moment, Yang Shangshu spoke.

"Master Shangshu."

Gu Jinnian looked at Yang Kai.

"For this matter, we still have to go to the palace to face the saint."

"Whether it's peace talks or not, His Majesty will decide in the end. It's just an idea in the Ministry of Rites."

"Jin Nian, why don't you enter the palace with the old man?"

Yang Kai made a sound.

Gu Jinnian is a bit aggressive, he can understand, but this is the Ministry of Rites, even if everyone discusses the result, Yang Kai, who is the Minister of the Ministry of Rites, will not agree.

The people who really discussed it should be the six ministers, the prime minister of Daxia, and the emperor of Daxia.

"it is good."

Gu Jinnian agreed directly.

"Okay, it shouldn't be too late. His Majesty already knows the news, so let's wait outside the palace."

Yang Kai didn't hesitate and took Gu Jinnian directly to the palace.

At that moment, the two walked out of the Rites.

In Shang's study room, everyone looked at me and I looked at you, and their minds were a little complicated.

"It's better to be rich."

Someone sighed, not knowing what it meant.

The rest of the people glanced at it, but left without speaking.

Suzaku Avenue.

Gu Jinnian and Yang Kai walked side by side, the two of them walked towards the palace without slowing down.

"Jin Nian."

"Actually, no matter what the result of the discussion in the Ministry of Rites is, the old man will make a decision, and then submit it to His Majesty. After deliberation by the six departments, His Majesty will make the final decision."

"Therefore, there is no need to do this internally. It is good to speak out your own ideas. It is better to listen to other people's opinions and take them."

Yang Kai made a sound.

He was teaching Gu Jinnian how to be an official.

Just now, Gu Jinnian's behavior is not smooth, but he can understand Gu Jinnian, and he can also understand Gu Jinnian. After all, Gu Jinnian has a big enmity with the Huns, so it's normal to be mixed with personal emotions.

Coupled with Gu Jinnian's status, naturally there is no need to go his own way.

"Master Shangshu."

"I understand that."

"Xiaguan has a sense of proportion in his heart, but there are some things that Xiaguan won't budge from."

Gu Jinnian understood what Yang Kai meant.

But his answer was also straightforward.

Some things don't budge.

Some things can be smoothed one or two.

"You understand best."

Hearing this, Yang Kai didn't hesitate and continued on.

Soon, when they came to the gate of the imperial palace, not only Yang Kai came, but the other five ministers came one after another, even Prime Minister Li Shan also came.

They all received the news, so they prepared early and entered the palace to face the saint later.

"I have seen His Royal Highness."

When several people saw Gu Jinnian, they bowed their hands slightly, except for Prime Minister Li Shan, they all spoke to Gu Jinnian.

"I have seen you, Lord Shangshu."

Gu Jinnian also returned the gift.

When entering the officialdom, you still have to follow the rules.

They greeted each other, but they all stood outside the palace and waited without speaking.

Without His Majesty's edict, they cannot enter the palace.

But Gu Jinnian was straightforward, took out the dragon talisman, said something to the guard, and then spoke slowly.

"My lords, let's go in directly, lest His Majesty's order will delay the time."

Gu Jinnian was very straightforward.

The six ministers and Li Shan were slightly silent.

Good guy.

So free to enter and leave the palace?Can you bring someone?What are you showing off?
The crowd was silent.

As an official of the six ministries, he is not allowed to enter and leave the palace at will, and he must obtain an imperial edict.

But Gu Jinnian can come in whenever he wants, and get out as soon as he wants, they are jealous of this privilege.

Although he knew what kind of price Gu Jinnian had paid, but to put it mildly, he paid a lot too, right?
Of course, it's just a little bit emotional.

At the moment, several people followed Gu Jinqian.

Walking quickly to the Hall of Mental Cultivation, he saw Eunuch Wei Xian not far away.

"His Royal Highness, His Royal Highness."

Seeing Gu Jinnian, Eunuch Wei Xian was very enthusiastic, so he hurriedly speeded up and came to Gu Jinnian.

"Your Highness, why are you here? Your Majesty even asked your servants to notify you."

Wei Xian was full of flattery, he was Emperor Yongsheng's personal eunuch, so he naturally knew who Emperor Yongsheng liked the most.

Isn't it His Royal Highness in front of you?

So Wei Xian would not be so enthusiastic about the six Shangshu, but he must be enthusiastic about Gu Jinnian.

"Did you just notify me?"

Gu Jinnian asked.

"There are several other adults."

Hearing Gu Jinnian's voice, Wei Xian immediately opened his mouth, and then bowed to the six ministers.

But just be polite.

Then he took Gu Jinqian forward.

That's what receiving grace is all about.

What are the six books?

The prime minister had to stand back for a while.

Soon, eight people came to the Hall of Mental Cultivation. Eunuch Wei Xian entered the hall first. After a while, he came out quickly and looked at Gu Jinnian with a smile on his face.

"His Royal Highness, Your Majesty invites you to enter."

"The rest of the adults, wait a moment."

When talking to Gu Jinnian, Wei Xian had a gentle face, and when talking to the other ministers, he slightly restrained the flattery on his face.

It's not that he targeted it deliberately, but let Gu Jinnian see it.

"it is good."

"Excuse me, my father-in-law."

Everyone opened their mouths, and Gu Jinnian walked directly into the Hall of Mental Cultivation.

He has been to this place quite a few times, and he is used to it.

Enter the Hall of Mental Cultivation.

Emperor Yongsheng was immersed in reviewing the memorial.

Even though it was Gu Jinnian, Emperor Yongsheng did not raise his head.

"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness has arrived."

At the critical moment, it was Wei Xian who spoke up and told Emperor Yongsheng.

"it is good."

Emperor Yongsheng didn't look up. About half an hour later, he finished reviewing the last few memorials, then raised his head and looked at Gu Jinnian.

"Jin Nian."

"Look at this thing."

Emperor Yongsheng fetched a sketch, then got up and handed it to Gu Jinnian.

After receiving the sketch, Gu Jinnian looked at it carefully.

This is Emperor Yongsheng's idea.

Great summer dragon boat.

Great Xia treasure ship.

There are also big summer chariots.

This is the vision of Emperor Yongsheng.

Dragon boats, treasure ships, chariots.

"Jinnian, uncle plans to ask the Ministry of Industry to build light dragon boats, treasure ships, and chariots."

"This ancient spirit-gathering array may not be able to support large-scale Daxia dragon boats. Try to make a batch of light ones. If successful, the speed will be stable and you can win by numbers. What do you think?"

Emperor Yongsheng spoke.

He had drawn this sketch before, and originally planned to discuss it with Gu Jinnian, but later he went to the Ministry of Industry, and after some research, he found that many of his ideas were still flawed.

Therefore, it was delayed for a few days.

Now that Gu Jinnian is here, he happened to show it to Gu Jinnian.

"this is okay."

"However, we still have to try it out and see what happens."

"The dragon boat can be a little smaller, not only for transporting grain and grass, but also for transporting a lot of goods."

"In fact, I think the treasure ship can be made bigger, and the speed can be reduced when traveling on rivers, and the impact will not be great."

"If it's a treasure ship going out to sea, you can get a new batch."

"It depends."

When Gu Jinnian opened his mouth, he looked at the sketch and expressed his thoughts.

"it is good."

"Then uncle will ask the Ministry of Industry to build these three things first. After they are built, let's see the situation together."

"Adjust in time."

Emperor Yongsheng nodded, his eyes full of anticipation.

"it is good."

Gu Jinnian nodded.

Immediately afterwards, Emperor Yongsheng looked at Gu Jinnian and said.

"What do you think about the peace talks between the three dynasties?"

Obviously, Emperor Yongsheng knew the intention of Gu Jinnian's visit this time, so he asked directly.

"Go back to Your Majesty."

"I feel that the peace talks between the three dynasties are completely unnecessary."

"Unless it is returned unconditionally, it doesn't make much sense."

Gu Jinnian spoke, this was his idea.

Very direct, without any secrecy.

"kindness."

Emperor Yongsheng nodded, he seemed to guess what Gu Jinnian was thinking.

"The conditions of the Xiongnu Kingdom are indeed a bit excessive."

"I won't agree either."

"However, I think this matter is not that simple. Their real purpose should not be this."

"Whether it's silver or mines, even if it's a revised history book, it looks extremely dazzling."

"It's all a cover."

"The Xiongnu country has no shortage of silver, with the assistance of the Fuluo Dynasty, there is no shortage of mines. As for revising history books, the Xiongnu country itself is not a person who pays attention to etiquette."

"Will you care about this thing?"

"It's just that I don't know exactly what they want."

"Well, Jinnian, I'll let you go to this peace talk with the Ministry of Rites."

"How do you feel?"

Emperor Yongsheng said so.

He could see that the Huns absolutely did not want these conditions, everything was a cover.

It's okay to lie to others.

Want to cheat an emperor?
wishful thinking.

"The minister takes orders."

This is no problem, Gu Jinnian directly agreed.

And as Gu Jinnian agreed.

Emperor Yongsheng planned to let six ministers enter the palace.

However, Gu Jinnian's voice sounded.

"uncle."

"There is something that my nephew doesn't know whether I should tell you."

When Gu Jinnian opened his mouth, he looked at Emperor Yongsheng, a little hesitant.

"Speak straight."

Emperor Yongsheng didn't hesitate and asked Gu Jinnian to speak directly.

"uncle."

"Do you know about the bandits in Nanwei County?"

Gu Jinnian asked directly.

"know."

"There was a lot of trouble in the past few years. Later, I sent troops to cooperate with the local government to eliminate many bandits."

"However, according to the Ministry of Punishments, there have been some recent incidents where some people have died. I have asked the Ministry of Punishment to deal with it. What's the matter? Do you have any other news?"

Emperor Yongsheng couldn't help looking at Gu Jinnian while talking.

"uncle."

"I also heard the news from hearsay."

"I heard that in Nanwei County, some soldiers killed people and pretended to be bandits."

Gu Jinnian's voice was not loud, but it caused a flash of surprise in Emperor Yongsheng's eyes.

"Kill people and pretend to be bandits?"

"impossible."

Emperor Yongsheng directly refuted.

Under his governance, how could such a thing happen.

Killing people and becoming bandits, what kind of a bad era does this happen?
During the Yongsheng period, although it was not possible for everyone to have enough to eat and every household had surplus food, at least it was considered stable.

Killing people to become bandits is not just an extremely bad thing.

More importantly, it was a huge shame for him, the emperor.

The shame of the prosperous age.

Hearing Emperor Yongsheng speak like this, Gu Jinnian looked calm.

It's a good thing it's him, but if it's a different person, it's not so good.

After all, you can't talk nonsense.

What Emperor Yongsheng was most proud of was governing the country. He believed that the country he governed, not to mention the good weather, but at least living and working in peace and contentment.

As a result, you slap him, give him a slap, and tell him the truth, he will be angry and kill the person who destroyed his dream of prosperity. Similarly, as an insider, you will not be much better.

That is, Gu Jinnian dared to mention it.

Actually, Gu Jinnian didn't want to talk about it, because he wasn't too sure about it.

If it happens.

That's okay, handle it yourself.

If it didn't happen, doing this would leave a bad impression on the emperor.

Listen to the wind is the rain.

"what are you thinking?"

Emperor Yongsheng asked Gu Jinnian.

"His Majesty."

"The minister's idea is very simple. Since someone said it, the minister believes that it is necessary to investigate secretly."

"If there is such a bad thing, no matter who it is, kill it."

"If it's just fake news, those who spread the news indiscriminately will be severely punished, which is also a good thing."

"I naturally don't want this kind of thing to happen in the Great Xia Dynasty."

"But I still hope that Your Majesty can conduct a thorough investigation."

Gu Jinnian said, this is what he thought.

Regardless, it's better to look it up than do nothing.

"it is good."

"This matter is entirely up to you."

"If such a thing really happens, the person behind the scenes, no matter who it is, will be shot and killed."

"If not, we must severely punish those who gossip."

Emperor Yongsheng directly agreed.

He hoped not.

"According to the order."

Gu Jinnian didn't talk too much.

Now that the emperor has authorized it, he can investigate secretly.

Of course, as for the gossiping person, namely Xu Jian, Gu Jinnian didn't think that Xu Jian dared to talk nonsense, if it wasn't for killing people and pretending to be bandits, it was just the rich and powerful messing around.

Gu Jinnian will also deal with it, and as for Xu Jian, he will not be punished either.

Soon, Emperor Yongsheng opened his mouth and let the six ministers and Prime Minister Li Shan all enter.

After entering the hall.

Several people respectfully shouted "Long live my emperor."

Then, the voice of the Minister of Rites sounded.

"His Majesty."

"The talks between the three dynasties have come to an end, and the official document has been presented, please Your Majesty to make a decision."

Yang Kai was very straightforward and asked Emperor Yongsheng for his opinion.

"What do you guys think?"

Emperor Yongsheng was not in a hurry to express his thoughts, but asked everyone what they thought.

"Your Majesty, I believe that the Xiongnu has no sincerity in the peace talks. I request Your Majesty to directly declare war on the Huns."

Zhao Yiyang, Shangshu of the Ministry of War, said that the Ministry of War is not afraid of such things as war, and the top and bottom have the same idea, so just start the fight.

"My minister agrees."

Wang Qixin, Shangshu of the Ministry of Industry, followed suit and agreed with the Ministry of War.

But Hu Yong, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, shook his head.

"Your Majesty, I don't think it's appropriate. Since there is a chance for peace talks, why give it up?"

"If there is a war on the border, it will not be a good thing for the Great Xia Dynasty."

Hu Yong disagreed with this point of view.

"I think what Hu Shangshu said is very true. The treasury doesn't have much silver. If there is a war, the people's taxes must be increased, and it is definitely not possible to reduce the taxes in a year or two."

"I have calculated carefully. Although the Xiongnu Kingdom's asking price is a bit excessive, if the silver is given [-] million taels, the mine will take back half of it. As for the Daxia Dragon Cannon, if you don't give one, and then revise the history books, you can negotiate a peace."

He Yan, Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs, expressed his thoughts. His thoughts were very straightforward. He had no money, so it was best not to fight, and after careful calculation, it was a condition that Da Xia would not lose.

At present, all the ministers are expressing their opinions.

Only Li Shan and Yang Kai didn't say anything, it's normal for Yang Kai not to say anything, he is the Minister of Rites, his choice is very important, you can wait until the end to say it.

"What does Xiang Li mean?"

Emperor Yongsheng looked at Li Shan and asked curiously.

"Go back to Your Majesty."

"I believe that this peace talk is indeed possible. In fact, the minister thinks that there is no need to give money to the silver. The treasury of the Great Xia is empty and the silver cannot be given."

"As for the mines, there is no shortage of mines in Daxia. This can be given away. The Daxia Dragon Pao is the foundation of our Daxia country, so naturally it cannot be given."

"The revision of the history book is not a big problem. If the Xiongnu country can accept this condition, I think it will be a good thing for me, Daxia, to have peace talks."

Li Shan opened his mouth and expressed his thoughts.

No silver, no mines, no cannons, but agreed to revise the history books.

It's like bargaining.

It's okay to say something.

Emperor Yongsheng looked at Yang Kaidao.

"What does Yang Aiqing mean?"

He asked directly.

"Go back to Your Majesty."

"I agree with what His Royal Highness said."

Yang Kai bowed to Emperor Yongsheng, and then said these words.

The meaning of this sentence is very simple, Gu Jinnian represents the Ministry of Rites.

"Your Majesty, I believe that declaring war directly is the best policy. There is no talk of peace talks. If you retreat today, you will retreat in the future."

"Although the treasury of the Great Xia Dynasty is empty, the foundation is still there. It is time to avenge the revenge 13 years ago."

Gu Jinnian was firm.

Sue?

Impossible to sum up.

"What His Royal Highness said is wrong."

However, Li Shan's voice sounded.

"His Royal Highness."

"Going to war can certainly enhance our country's prestige in Great Xia, but it doesn't mean that peace talks are a shame."

"His Royal Highness is the Queen of Zhen Guogong, and he also knows how hard the soldiers are."

"Since ancient times, when dynasties go to war, there will be rivers of blood and mountains of bones. This time, the Fuluo Dynasty and the Dajin Dynasty are participating behind the scenes."

"If the Great Xia declares war, the two dynasties will definitely help the Xiongnu in secret. At that time, I am afraid that it will cost 20, or even [-] soldiers' lives to regain the Twelve Cities."

"The lives of 20 or even [-] soldiers can be exchanged for silver? Can a few mines be exchanged?"

"As for revising the history books, it's not a big deal to revise them after a hundred years."

Li Shan spoke up and refuted Gu Jinnian's proposal.

Everyone present didn't know that Gu Jinnian was now a big celebrity in front of Emperor Yongsheng.

What the seven of them said together might not be as important as Gu Jinnian alone, so naturally, Li Shan wanted to interrupt.

"Great Xia generals are never afraid of death."

The first person to speak was Zhao Yiyang, he was Minister of the Ministry of War, how could there be a Ministry of War in this world?
"To die in battle on the battlefield can be said to be an honorable death."

Wang Qixin followed suit.

"It's a good thing to die in battle."

"But it was just a moment of anger after all."

"20 soldiers' lives in exchange for twelve cities seems tragic, but how much interest is involved behind this?"

"The pension of 20 soldiers is enough to keep the national treasury without money for three years, the taxation of the people has increased, and the eldest son of the family died in battle. The impact it brings is extremely terrible."

"Even this is just my conjecture. If the battle situation is not as good as imagined, who will be responsible?"

He Yan spoke up.

As the Secretary of the Household Department, he deeply knows how much loss a war will bring.

Twelve cities on the border, there is no benefit to be taken.

In other words, compared to 20 lives, the twelve border cities are worthless.

To put it bluntly, the Huns did not ask for many conditions. If 20 soldiers' lives could be exchanged, it would be extremely profitable.

"He Shangshu."

"What you said just now, the lower officials understand."

"The lower officials also know that no matter whether they win or lose this war, it will be troublesome for the Great Xia Dynasty."

"But in this battle, we can't just look at the benefits."

"The Great Xia Dynasty needs to fight a battle. In addition to restoring the country's prestige, it also needs to let the people of the world see the arrogance of the Great Xia."

"At this time, if you agree to peace talks, it is a sign of cowardice."

Gu Jinnian said very seriously.

It wasn't because he was passionate for a while, nor was it because Gu Jinnian didn't use his brain. He also knew what the lives of 20 soldiers meant.

But Gu Jinnian understands better that a dynasty is not only about economy, but national prestige is more important.

How to reflect the national prestige of the Great Xia Dynasty without fighting a war?
If this battle is won, the morale of the entire Great Xia Dynasty can be improved, and it can also be blessed by the national fortune.

Nothing to do with interests.

It is the majesty of the country.

"Innocent."

Finally, Li Shan's voice became a little angry.

He looked at Gu Jinnian and said these two words.

"After you are the Duke of Zhen, you have also been to the military camp. Duke Zhen must have told you about the suffering of war."

"The old man has also seen your poems. Prosperity, the people suffer, and death, the people suffer. The old man always thinks that you care about the world and know the suffering of the people."

"But I didn't expect that you could say such a thing."

"For the sake of saving face, to say such naive words."

"It is indeed their glory for soldiers to die in battle, but what kind of glory is it to die in battle for no reason?"

Li Shan spoke.

He has great opinions and does not want to start a war.

Standing on the interests, look at everything.

"A weak country has no diplomacy."

"Dignity rests only on the blade."

"There is no dynasty in the world that relies on peace negotiations."

"This battle must be fought."

"Unless the Huns are willing to compensate our Great Xia Dynasty, they won't budge."

Gu Jinnian was also annoyed.

The reason he insisted on fighting so much was because of this sentence.

The dignity of a dynasty.

Did it come about through negotiations?
It relies on great power wars.

Relying on fearless sacrifice.

Relying on iron and blood methods.

peace?

To put it bluntly, it is called negotiation, but to put it bluntly, what is it?It's just soft.

"Dignity is only on the edge of the blade. What His Royal Highness said is very true."

Zhao Yiyang's eyes lit up, he completely agreed with what Gu Jinnian said.

Yang Kai couldn't help feeling deeply.

"A weak country has no diplomacy."

This sentence expresses everything about the Ministry of Rites.

"His Royal Highness."

"What Li Xiang said is correct."

"Sometimes His Royal Highness is too impulsive."

He Yan sighed with emotion, he agreed with Gu Jinnian's words, but he didn't agree with this matter.

"Your Majesty, I implore Your Majesty to send you to negotiate a peace."

"I have the confidence to solve the silver and other issues."

Li Shan stopped talking nonsense and asked His Majesty to appoint him directly.

He went to make peace.

At this point, the contradiction reached its peak in an instant.

One side is directly declaring war.

One party can negotiate a peace.

Facing this scene, Emperor Yongsheng remained calm all the time.

"I agree."

Faced with Li Shan's request, Emperor Yongsheng directly agreed.

However, he continued to speak.

"However, the final decision on this peace negotiation is still made by the Ministry of Rites, and Yang Aiqing will also go together."

"And Gu Jinnian."

"Jinnian, you have just entered the Ministry of Rites, so learn some things carefully."

"When the time comes, you should be clear about what to say and what not to say."

Emperor Yongsheng spoke out.

He agreed to Li Shan's request, but also asked Yang Kai and Gu Jinnian to go together.

The choice is in Yang Kai's hands.

As for Li Shan, of course he also has the right to raise some opinions.

Hearing this, Yang Kai immediately spoke up.

"The minister leads the order."

But Li Shan couldn't help but speak.

"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness has just entered the Ministry of Rites, and I still don't want to discuss such an important matter for the time being."

"Otherwise, the Dajin Dynasty and the Fuluo Dynasty may feel that I, Daxia, have neglected them."

Li Shan said that he didn't want Gu Jinnian to go too.

Just go with Yang Kai.

But let's say this.

Emperor Yongsheng's face couldn't help but sink.

"In a few days after Jinnian, he will be the Marquis of Daxia, and the later saint of Daxia handpicked by Confucius."

"He participated in this peace negotiation to give Dajin and Fuluo face."

"If it weren't for this peace negotiation, which involves a lot, they are also worthy of seeing Jinnian?"

Emperor Yongsheng spoke.

He didn't have anything else to say, but Li Shan's words made him very upset.

What does it mean to be afraid that the two dynasties will feel neglected?

Is my nephew so unbearable?

To put it bluntly, Gu Jinnian went there just to give them face.

If it weren't for the fact that this matter was so big, he wouldn't have let Gu Jinnian come forward.

"Please forgive me, Your Majesty."

"It's the minister who said something wrong."

Li Shan spoke immediately, and he could tell that Emperor Yongsheng had made up his mind, so he didn't say anything.

"Okay, let's go together tomorrow, don't delay, just leave."

"Yang Aiqing stay here, I have something to discuss with you."

Emperor Yongsheng waved his hand and told everyone to leave, but Yang Kai was the only one left, obviously he had something to say.

"Long live my emperor."

Everyone spoke, and then left one after another.

After they leave.

In the Hall of Mental Cultivation, only Yang Kai and Emperor Yongsheng were left.

"This negotiation."

"The final choice is in Jinnian's hands."

"He can represent our Great Xia Dynasty."

After the person left, Emperor Yongsheng spoke directly, and Yang Kai couldn't help but be surprised by a word.

Directly represent the Great Xia Dynasty?

Have the final decision right?

Your Majesty also wants to go to war.

Hearing this, Yang Kai was silent for a while, but finally bowed his hand.

"The minister leads the order."

Yang Kai made a sound and agreed.

"kindness."

get a reply.

Emperor Yongsheng placed a stack of memorials in front of Yang Kai and said.

"Recently, memorials have been reported in various places, and Buddhism established many temples in the Great Xia Dynasty."

"Send someone to investigate this matter, and in the next three years, restrict the establishment of Buddhist temples."

Emperor Yongsheng spoke.

"According to the order."

Yang Kai didn't hesitate, took the memorial and went back to investigate one by one.

After about a while.

Yang Kai just left.

And so.

Gu Jinnian also returned to Daxia Academy.

He didn't talk too much and just packed his luggage.

The place of peace is at the border.

At that time, I will meet my grandfather by the way.

After the things were packed, Gu Jinnian went to the dean and told Su Wenjing about the matter, but the latter didn't say anything.

I just hope that Gu Jinnian will come back sooner.

Because in a while, I will go to Jixia Academy.

After reporting to Su Wenjing.

Gu Jinnian left alone.

Just walking out of the academy, two figures blocked his way forward.

Qingqian Saintess, and Yaochi Fairy.

"His Royal Highness."

"Are you going out?"

"I happen to be fine, can I go out with you?"

The Qingqian saint opened her mouth and looked at herself with a smile, not letting go of any chance.

"His Royal Highness."

"I have nothing to do recently, so I can go with you and take care of you."

I heard that from the Qingqian saint.

Fairy Yaochi also followed suit, wanting to go with Gu Jinnian.

The two stopped in front.

Gu Jinnian couldn't help but smile wryly.

"Two fairies."

"Gu has something important to leave."

"However, if the two fairies have nothing to do recently, can you do me a favor?"

Gu Jinnian spoke.

If you take them there to negotiate a peace, there will definitely be some disputes.

I am going to the military camp, and I have to meet the envoys of the Ministry of Rites of other dynasties. If someone finds out about such an important matter, and brings two women there, I am afraid that all kinds of rumors will spread.

But the two of them have nothing to do, and I really have one thing for them to do.

"What's the matter?"

"His Royal Highness is fine."

The two spoke directly, very enthusiastically.

"wait for me."

Gu Jinnian rushed towards the dorm.

Quickly took out the pen and ink, and wrote something eloquently.

Then he came to the gate of the academy and handed two pieces of paper to the two, one for each.

"Trouble the two fairies, go to Guiyang County and check the local situation."

"But you must keep a low profile."

"There are some temple construction orders recorded on this paper. Let's see if the construction has started, and then look at the specific situation of the local Buddhist temple."

"And check to see if there are any missing children in the local area."

"Gu will be back in about half a month."

"See you in the academy in half a month."

"I'm tired."

Gu Jinnian bowed to the two and said so.

He also wanted to investigate the construction of the Buddhist temple in Guiyang County. He didn't know if it was weird.

Anyway, we have to find out.

The disappearance of the children in Jiangling County was finally covered up by Buddhism in secret. Gu Jinnian never forgot about it.

Now some poor places are building large-scale construction projects and building temples.

Gu Jinnian wouldn't believe it if there was nothing tricky about it.

But I am weak and can only do one thing at a time.

"it is good."

"Your Highness, please rest assured."

The two spoke at the same time.

I agreed to come down.

"Thank you both."

Thank you Gu Jinnian.

After speaking, he planned to leave directly.

But after taking two steps, Gu Jinnian thought of another thing.

It's just that I have to find Su Huaiyu for this matter.

I looked around and found no sign of him.

At that moment, Gu Jinnian came to Qingqian Saintess, and stretched out his hand to touch Qingqian Saintess.

At this moment, no matter whether it is Qingqian Saintess or Yaochi Fairy, they can't understand.

But right now.

A voice sounded.

"His Royal Highness."

"No."

It was Su Huaiyu's voice.
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Sorry for the rush of time.

The old man in the family was hospitalized with urticaria, so I went to see it specially.

I'm so sorry!Influence everyone to read!
Sorry sorry!

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