Traveling through the divine eagle: the first sword of Quanzhen

Chapter 625 Negotiation of terms
But now Zhao Yu didn't dare to haggle any more. At this moment, he looked at Li Qingwei who was standing in the first row.

Then he said: "King Wei, come here!"

Hearing this sentence, all civil and military officials were taken aback.

Because the emperor's throne has been exclusive to the emperor since ancient times, there are three types of people who can climb it, one is the emperor himself, the other is the eunuch in the palace, and the third is the maid in charge of cleaning and holding the fan.

If the foreign minister took a step forward, it would be "intending to assassinate the king" and "seeking to usurp the throne", which would be a serious crime to destroy the nine clans.

Not to mention a mere prince, even the prince himself, without the emperor's permission, he is not allowed to take a step forward.Can only stand "His Royal Highness".

Li Qingwei hesitated for a moment, but Zhao Yu was waiting for him there with extremely eager eyes.

At this moment, Li Qingwei finally stepped forward and came to Zhao Yu's side. Zhao Yu asked him to listen to him, and Zhao Yu whispered, "Your Majesty, the 300 million taels of silver is really too much. Can you discuss it with Tang Envoy privately?" , lower it a little more."

Li Qingwei knew that Zhao Yu would say this, and the 300 million taels of silver was just a "high price" he set, in order to give Zhao Yu room to bargain.

But Li Qingwei expressed embarrassment at this time and said: "This... This was discussed and drafted by the minister and the prime minister. If it is missing, I am afraid that this negotiation will break down again."

This made Zhao Yu a little embarrassed. He called Li Qingwei up, because he was afraid that the envoy Tang would hear what he said.

Zhao Yu said at this time: "The annual income of our Great Song Dynasty is only ten million taels of silver, and now we have to spend 300 million taels. We will not be able to spend so much in a short time."

Li Qingwei said: "Why don't we do this? After my minister returns to the mansion, invite the Tang envoy to a banquet. After drinking for three rounds, discuss it with her properly. Or come here today."

After thinking about it for a while, Zhao Yu said, "Just as the emperor said."

Afterwards, Li Qingwei returned to her place.

Zhao Yu said at this time: "I have read the conditions proposed by your envoy, but there are some things that need to be discussed. Please return to the post to rest first. After discussing with the courtiers, I will give you an answer at the court meeting tomorrow." .”

Li Qingwei put his hand in front of his body at this moment, seeing Li Qingwei's gesture, Cheng Ying said: "That's good! I am waiting for His Majesty's reply."

After finishing speaking, Cheng Ying went down to the high hall.

Now for Da Song, there is no other important thing except receiving the envoys of Tang Dynasty.

After all, it is really in the crisis of "subjugation".Who is still in the mood to care about other things? If it weren't for being more sensitive now, many local families would want to get close to the envoy of the Tang Dynasty and leave a way out for themselves in advance.

After all, they have already found out about Bashu's affairs. Bashu's side was not so much defeated as it surrendered directly.

Besides, except for the few unlucky ones dispatched from Lin'an, most of the aristocratic officials in Bashu have been well settled.

They also want to surrender now. After all, it doesn't matter who sits on the throne, the emperor who is flowing, the family who is iron.

As long as the emperor can protect their rights from infringement, they are willing to "eat the pot of pulp to welcome the king's teacher".What's more, the emperors of the Tang Dynasty were also Han Chinese. At best, they could be regarded as "those who know current affairs are heroes", and they would not be stigmatized as "traitors".

After the court was over, Li Qingwei sat on the king's chariot, picked up Zhao Jue, and invited Cheng Ying to Ziwei Residence for a banquet.

Although Cheng Ying has seen Kaifeng's imperial city and imperial garden, he has also been to Peach Blossom Island, which is like a fairyland.

But in terms of beautiful scenery and elegance, the current West Lake is the most beautiful.

The banquet for the "Emperor of the Tang Dynasty" was held on a flower boat, and then the boat was driven to the West Lake to enjoy the scenery while eating.

"Master Cheng, you're welcome. The delicacies in Lin'an are not comparable to those in Kaifeng. Try more. After returning to Kaifeng, I'm afraid you won't be able to eat such good food again." Li Qing took a sip of rice wine , and exclaimed.

At this time Zhao Ke said: "Why can't I eat it? Doesn't the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty have his own imperial dining room?"

Li Qingwei said with a smile at this time: "Of course there is, but the emperor of the Tang Dynasty is a 'poor' emperor at the moment, and he can't afford such a sumptuous meal."

Cheng Ying smiled at this time, and then said: "Young Master Zhao is right about this point. On weekdays, the emperor basically eats four dishes and one soup, and he eats the small stove in Su Niangniang's palace, and basically does not eat the food in the imperial dining room."

Li Qingwei sighed at this moment.

Zhao Ke said at this time: "The emperor of the Tang Dynasty really cherishes the power of the people."

Li Qingwei took another sip of his wine and said: "After all, the Central Plains has been in war for many years, and there is a lot of waste waiting to be built. Besides, the reconstruction of Daming Palace in Chang'an requires a lot of money. Every penny saved is a penny."

Zhao Ke asked: "Since you have already occupied Kaifeng, and Kaifeng already has an imperial city, why don't you directly make Kaifeng your capital? It also saves the people and financial resources to rebuild the imperial city."

Li Qingwei shook his head at this time and said: "Compared to Kaifeng, Chang'an and Luoyang have greater advantages. Kaifeng is the place of the Four Wars. It has been lonely since ancient times, and there is no danger to defend. If the two emperors of Huiqin had Tongguan in Chang'an back then, If the Wei River is a barrier, it will not be so easy to be taken away by the Jin people, even if there is Luoyang Tiger Prison, Hangu Second Pass will be the same."

Li Qingwei looked at Cheng Ying at this time and said: "Master Cheng, my father asked me to talk to you about something. Regarding the compensation, my father intends to ask Datang to ask for less."

Cheng Ying looked at Li Qingwei at this time.

Li Qingwei continued: "Xiao Wang came up with an idea, I don't know what Master Cheng thinks. How about we reduce the compensation by 200 million, and Datang only takes 100 million in compensation, but the 200 million is not unnecessary, but after receiving it , and then feed it back to Da Song as a 'betrothal gift' to Da Song."

Hearing this, Zhao Ke chuckled lightly and said, "Hahaha, you are too. Hahahaha, use your father-in-law's money to marry a daughter-in-law. You can figure it out. But it's a good idea."

Seeing that Zhao Ke agreed, Cheng Ying said naturally: "Then everything will be arranged by Mr. Zhao."

After finishing speaking, everyone laughed, pushing cups and changing cups, so happy.

If it weren't for the fact that the boat is full of eyeliners, they wouldn't be so tired.

After the banquet, Li Qingwei personally sent Cheng Ying back to the post.

And Li Qingwei directly wrote a notebook and handed it to Zhao Xuan.

After Zhao Yu read Li Qingwei's memorial, he was full of joy. Although he always felt a little awkward to marry his daughter with his own money, the two-thirds of the compensation was less, which was a blessing among misfortunes.

On the second day, under the drafting of Jia Sidao, Li Qingwei, Zhao Yu and others, the "peace agreement" with Datang was finally drawn up.

The terms of the agreement are as follows.

Song and Tang became a country of brothers. In the name of his elder brother, Song donated 10 taels of silver and 30 pieces of silk to Tang every year as coins for the year.

The Song Dynasty married Ziwei Emperor Ji to the Tang Emperor, and the two families became good friends of Qin and Jin.

The Song Dynasty gave 300 million taels of silver for "dowry", and the Tang Dynasty hired 200 million taels of silver.

(End of this chapter)