Compete for the Song Dynasty

In a lively Spring Festival, Mayer Mansion is decorated with lanterns and festoons, and guests come and go in an endless stream.Those who ask for an audience; those who give gifts; the king will always entertain them well.After the Spring Festival, Wang Pang will go out. Now that the weather is getting warmer, she doesn't need to bring a lot of clothes. Yuexia can't help but shed tears while packing up Wang Pang's belongings.

Wang Bang watched Yuexia's silence, walked up to Yuexia, asked her to put down the clothes in her hand, and sat on the bedside holding Yuexia's hand."I'll be back soon," he said softly.

Yue Xia lay in Wang's arms, and said softly, "Actually, if you don't run around like this, your current business is enough to make ends meet."

It is understandable for a woman to want to live a peaceful life, but Zhao Zongshi will not let Wang Pang be peaceful, and he still has a lot of things to do. He comforted Yuexia and said: "Now you are young and do more. When I turn back, I will build you a big house, and we will be together as a family. I will also take you to the illusion I told you about."

Yue Xiayan listened to Wang Pang usually telling her about the "fantasy", and she had long been looking forward to it.Seeing what Wang Pang said, she felt relieved, and then remembered something and asked: "Recently, I heard that the imperial court transferred Su Zizhan (Su Shi) and Shen Cunzhong (Shen Kuo) away from the capital; will it affect Yunxuan's business? ?”[

Wang Pang said lightly: "Yunxuan didn't expect to make money at first, with Zhong Zhen and Yuan Ze taking care of it, it's okay." Wang Pang knew that these were normal transfers by the court, but it was unknown whether there was any advice from the crown prince. .

The next day, Wang Pang and He Xingyuan went to Jinxiang Mansion on the road, and Wang Pang went to Yanzhou after settling down.

Three months later, it's spring and flowers are blooming.

At noon that day, in front of the Prime Minister's Mansion of the Xixia Kingdom, a man wearing a narrow silk silk Xixia suit came.He hurried into the mansion of Liang Yibu, Prime Minister of the Western Xia Kingdom, the clothes on his body showed his wealth and vulgar taste, but his face was pitch-black.

The guards in front of the Guoxiang Mansion saw that this person did not stop him. After he walked in, Guard A looked at the back of the person who ran in and almost laughed out loud.Guard B said in a low voice: "Hold on, let him hear that it's time to be beaten." After speaking, he turned his head and started laughing.

They didn't stop this person because he was too famous, not only his identity, but also his face with the bottom of the dragon boots bestowed by the emperor.

In the State Prime Minister's Mansion, State Prime Minister Liang Yibu is discussing political affairs with the third envoy and deputy envoy.In the past one or two months, Zhang Jiang was very anxious.

Just a few months ago, Liang Yibu ordered the third division to open the salt storage and lower the market salt price.At that time, it really promoted the sale of salt for a few days.Xixia is the production area of ​​Qingyan. When it was in business with the Song Dynasty, Qingyan was the main fiscal revenue besides the control.Since the prohibition of discussion, some income has been obtained from the private sale of official salt.

Recently, the situation of Qingyan is not so optimistic. Now the Song Dynasty marks the price of Xixia's salt.The price of salt in the Song Dynasty fluctuated with Xixia, and the supply was sufficient.For a while, the price of green salt in the Xixia Kingdom was reduced due to losses, and the national treasury suffered heavy losses, which also caused dissatisfaction among domestic salt merchants.

Liang Yibu was even more anxious: Yu Masi also came to report that there were not enough horse farms this year.There are two ways to solve the problem, kill the horse or give money to expand the horse farm.These two matters were placed in front of Liang Yibu, and he was having a hard time.

The two were discussing countermeasures when they suddenly saw a person rushing into the hall.Opened his mouth and shouted: "Brother-in-law, there is trouble"

Liang Yibu and Zhang Jiang looked at the person who came, and saw that the person was sweating on his forehead, and the sweat washed away the thick dust on his face, as if he had been raked with a rake.Both of them are very angry and funny.

The visitor saw that Zhang Jiang was there, and shouted loudly: "Master Zhang is here too, that's great, I was just looking for you."

Liang Yibu glared at him: "There are no rules, didn't you see me discussing with Mr. Zhang?" He said dissatisfied.

The person who came was none other than Ji Laqing who was given the face of a dragon boot.He hadn't dared to wash his face for several months, so he scratched the nail polish with his hands a little sweaty.Now under the care of Jilaqing Liang Yibu, he is the president of the Xixia Chamber of Commerce.He worked so hard to get such a fat job, and just a few days after he took office, something happened to the chamber of commerce.

Ji Laqing also heard what his brother-in-law said, and took a few steps forward to whisper to Liang Yibu, but Liang Yibu unconsciously hid back, showing a slightly bored expression.

Zhang Jiang saw that the two of them seemed to have a private matter to discuss, and she stood up and was about to leave. Ji Laqing quickly stopped him: "Master Zhang, something has happened. You are the third envoy, and this matter is up to you. Don't worry about it." Walk!"

Zhang Jiang glanced at Liang Yi and suppressed his anger and asked, "President Ji La, what advice do you have?"

Liang Yibu was discussing with Zhang Jiang how to invite the emperor, when his brother-in-law Ji Laqing rushed in, yelling that something had happened, seeing his gaudy face, Liang Yibu wanted to kick him again. "Say, what's the matter." Liang Yibu said impatiently. [

Ji Laqing stood there and rubbed his hands: "Well, how can I say this? Many merchants in the chamber of commerce say that they can't continue to operate, and their things can't be sold. They say that ordinary people have no money to buy them. They can't pay for processing. I won’t process the ones that are processed. Anyway, I can’t do the work of the chamber of commerce.” As he spoke, he found a seat and sat down by himself without waiting for Liang Yibu to give up his seat.

Zhang Jiang knew in her heart that Xixia's national power was not good enough, and now Song Guo pinched the throat of Xixia's export, which affected the basic generation and processing.So far, all government offices in Xixia have been jointly managed by Fan and Han, and the Han people have never been important. Now that there is finally a Han Chinese Prime Minister, Zhang Jiang only hopes to use Liang Yibu to change the situation in Xixia that only relies on force and does not seek finances. "Lord Liang, in my opinion, you should propose to the emperor and empress to resume the discussion with Song Xia as soon as possible."

Ji Laqing gave Zhang Jiang a blank look: "Let me tell you, I have inquired all about it. This is all caused by that kid next to Wang. If you want me to say it, we can just attack Song State. We have weapons and horses." Ji La Qingyue The more he thought about it, the more awkward he heard that Wang Pang had been appointed as an official and became a fourth-rank servant; and he also heard about the current salt affairs, that Wang Pang and a man named Xue Xiang were playing tricks in Yanzhou.

What else did he want to say, Liang Yibu really couldn't bear it, and said sternly: "Shut up!".This little brother-in-law really bothered him.

Liang Yibu knew very well in his heart that war was not good for anyone. Although he failed in the Song Dynasty, he had also learned the art of war and the way of governing the country.Now Xixia can't go head-to-head with Da Song at all: right now Xixia has no shortage of horses and weapons; what it lacks is people and money;

Ji Laqing stood up: "Okay, okay, you are fierce, I will go to my father and let my father go to the memorial. Please send troops, and I will personally take command!" He walked out with his chest up and his neck in a muddy face. Walk.

Liang Yibu didn't stop him, he just snorted, your father is being targeted, and now Yiwei Division has laid off soldiers, and there is no need for Yiwei Division's guards to guard the forbidden area, besides Sending troops to fight is a matter for the Privy Council.Liang Yibu sighed, if Xixia was over, so would his chancellor. After weighing the pros and cons, he said: "Then please Master Zhang prepare a memorial, and I will try my best to persuade the emperor when I go to court."

Liang Yibu sent Zhang Jiang away, thinking about this matter, he should first discuss it with the queen sister and listen to her opinion.He came to the palace and reported these things to Empress Liang Luoyao, Liang Luoyao actually smiled: "If my brother is half as smart as the king, then the Xixia Kingdom will be saved." She said with a twitching tone.

Liang Yibu listened awkwardly, he did his best, and most of them were the queen's opinions, and now the queen blamed himself in turn, swallowing his breath, Liang Yibu asked: "Queen, what are you talking about about trade? "

Liang Luoyao's face sank: "This is a matter for your ministers, don't you know that the harem is not allowed to interfere in politics?"

She just wished she could draw a clear line with Liang Yibu. She didn't know who Li Liangzuo was instigated by, but she said earlier, "This Yi Weisi is making trouble in the palace. It's too easy." The emperor knew that he had a connection with Ji Lalei's family, so he blamed his brother for marrying that Ji Lalei's daughter.

Liang Yibu knew her younger sister well, so he knew that Liang Luoyao didn't want to get involved in his affairs.Why are the inner palaces not allowed to participate in politics, not to mention Liang Luoyao, even the queens of Xixia, who have participated in politics less?Looking at the way my sister smiles every time she mentions Wang Pang, I know that Liang Luoyao has a good impression of Wang Pang.

It seems that this sister can't do without education, Liang Yibu said: "Queen, I don't know if I should say something." He said politely.Who knew that Liang Luoyao didn't even look at him: "You like to talk or not."

Liang Yi buried his anger. This younger sister is a typical example of crossing rivers and tearing down bridges. Li Liangzuo had just ascended the throne, and his younger sister assisted the government. The prime minister talks directly to the queen.He cursed secretly in his heart, you are beautiful!I don't believe there is no time when I can't be used.After all, I am your brother.

"Queen, the king is very cunning, you can't trust this person too much! Even if you want to do business, you should ask the Song State to send another envoy, and please communicate with the emperor privately."

Liang Luoyao didn't think so in her heart, Wang Pang was young and handsome, not to mention attractive, but he still had sense in his eyes.At least with regard to Baishi, Wang Pang was of great help.Besides, this Li Liangzuo is playful all day long, and he is fresh for two days to everyone.If I want to control the overall situation of Xixia, it would be great to have someone like Wang Pang to help me.She took a look at Liang Yibu, and said slowly, "I think Wang Pang is very smart. Doesn't your brother still hold a grudge because he refused to see you?"

Liang Yibu had good intentions, but Liang Yuexia didn't appreciate it at all. Seeing the matter so far, Liang Yibu finally said: "The queen thinks clearly, the king is not the emperor, and the emperor is not a son without a family."

Liang Luoyao slapped the desk: "Bold! How dare you talk to me like that, get out!" Liang Luoyao scolded inwardly for the damned Liang Yibu.

Liang Yibu almost pointed at Liang Luoyao's nose and said: The queen seduced the emperor and killed Buzang's whole family in a vain attempt to seduce Wang Pang to go back to the old way.Seeing that Liang Luoyao was really angry, Liang Yibu left the palace angrily.

Brother and sister turned against each other, and Liang Luoyao was aggressive because of a guilty conscience.What is Li Liangzuo, what about the Queen of Xixia, what she wants is to be like Wu Zetian.It's just that in this remote place far away from the Central Plains, what she can use is her status as the Queen of Xixia and the opportunity to do business with Song State to learn more about Song State.