"I really didn't expect that before the north wind blew twice on the grassland, the Supreme had already killed the hyena and became the master of this place. It's a pity that Khan didn't know the news yet, otherwise she would have asked me to send a message to congratulate the Supreme.
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Ashina Mudan looked very happy, but actually, she felt that she had arrived a little late. It was better to set off in winter. Although the wind and snow on the grassland were not easy to deal with, it was better than coming now.
After all, Dou Jiande was still in Hebei at that time...even if he had always acted tough and cunning, you would naturally take advantage of him if you dated him when he had some scruples.
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This is the Liangyi Palace. The last time Ashina Peony came, Li Po entertained her here. It’s still the same now, but Li Po’s identity has changed a bit.
The last time he came here, Li Po was still a vassal in the same territory. Even though the territory he occupied was quite large, as long as Dou Jiande, Xiao Xian and others were still there, he was not the co-owner of the world.
Now he can be called the real Emperor of the Tang Dynasty. His ministers used to call him the Supreme, but when it comes to the mouths of the princes, he is the King of Tang and cannot be called the Emperor.
Just like he called Xiao Mian the King of Liang and Dou Jiande the King of Xia.
"I thought you were here to congratulate me on behalf of the Khan. It seems I was wrong. Since you are not here to congratulate me, you are not here to do anything bad, right?"
Ashina Mudan chuckled. The words sounded like a joke, but to Ashina Mudan's ears, it didn't sound like a joke at all.
The Turks and the Tang Dynasty have been divided into the north and the south. It is normal to interact with each other and be wary. It is like two businessmen doing the same business becoming neighbors. Whether they are doing business together, or you are going back and forth with each other, it depends on whose business it is.
Who has more wealth, who is wiser, has a longer-term vision, etc.
"Your Majesty is overly worried. Our families have always been on good terms with each other. The Supreme Khan's kindness can be felt even from thousands of miles away. That's why he keeps sending me here. Could it be that the Supreme Khan's kindness doesn't take it seriously?"
Li Po couldn't help but smile, raised his glass and said, "Then let's drink for our goodwill."
This time Li Po did not ask his ministers to accompany him, so he spoke much more casually. He could foresee that Ashina Mudan must have something important to discuss when he came this time.
His ministers, especially the Kansai nobles, always thought that the emperor was deliberately making good friends with the Turks, so they spoke with the intention of pleasing the Turks consciously or unconsciously.
Just like the last time Tang Jian, the former minister of Honglu Temple, was present, Ashina Mudan would feel this unexpectedly, and he would definitely take advantage of it in the future.
This is not in line with his wishes. In the exchanges between the two countries, there is intrigue and deception. Once you show weakness, the other party will take advantage of it, and not many people can grasp the balance.
If Pei Ju was younger, he would never leave him in Luoyang. Listening to his deeds, you can tell that he is an outstanding diplomat.
With him in court, Li Po himself would hardly have to speak, and with just a few hints, he would mostly get the results he wanted.
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In fact, he himself doesn't know much about diplomacy, and he handles many things a bit recklessly, but he can carry out his intentions, and he has been in contact with Ashina Mudan many times, so he can better understand what she wants.
Just like now, both of them took out their knives and poked at each other as a test to see what the other's mood was like and whether their attitude was soft or hard, which also paved the way for the subsequent conversation.
Ashina Mudan also found a feeling at this time. The Whip of the God is still the same as before and lacks respect for the Turks. I don't know if this trip can persuade him.
Thinking of the heavy responsibility he was carrying during this trip, Ashina Peony's smile slowly faded.
According to her long-standing habit, she raises small issues first and then talks about big things.
After finishing the glass, she said: "I heard that the queen is pregnant... The career of the Supreme is really enviable. If the Khan knew this, he would definitely pray for the Supreme in the royal court. It's a pity that it is a little deserted there.
Khan asked me to ask the Supreme Being, do you still remember your promise?"
Li Po was "surprised" and looked around, "Isn't Khan praying to the gods? Then I have to be careful, the gods may not like me."
He was joking about the gods again. Ashina Mudan took two deep breaths to suppress the anger that was arising involuntarily, "Even if I am in Chang'an, the gods must be watching his servants. The Supreme One really needs to be more careful."
Li Po didn't look cautious at all, but instead laughed, "I'm not the one who should be careful, right? The man who was blessed by the gods himself wants my son to inherit the throne of Khan. What do you think the gods will think?"
Ashina Peony's faith was obviously not as pious as she showed. She just suffocated and forgot about the gods, saying, "Does the Supreme Lord want to regret what he said?"
The smile on Li Po's face gradually disappeared, and his eyes were heavy, "I think we should change the topic. You are a smart man. Don't you know how much blood our son will shed if he goes to the Turks and dies there?
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Isn't it good now? I can hear the voice of the Khan, and the Khan can also know my suggestions. Let us get along with each other calmly and see who has more wisdom and vision to make his subjects live better and more prosperous.
For abundance.
Why use unnecessary means to anger the other party?
And how come I didn’t know when I made such a promise? Does Khan want to impose her will on me? That’s so disappointing.”
This was an unexpected answer. In fact, Ashina Mudan already knew the answer. When the emperor was in Daizhou, he dared to provoke the Turks repeatedly. Now that he is the emperor, he will not bow to others easily.
I still had some hope when I came last time, but this time, it was just a prelude to discussing important matters.
Ashina Peony did not worry about the increasingly solemn atmosphere, but said softly: "I'm afraid it's not just the Supreme who is disappointed, the Khan will also be disappointed.
Khan has always wanted to have a deeper connection between the north and the south, so that we can have friendly exchanges. The Supreme Being is so wise, can he really not appreciate Khan's painstaking efforts?"
Li Po looked at Ashina Peony with great admiration. When he received her in Mayi, he could feel that she was extraordinary, but at that time she was still easily controlled by emotions. Her words were sharp, but she lacked it.
Some wisdom and tact.
Especially if you express your intentions too clearly, it is easy for others to control the topic.
But over the years, this person has become more and more proficient, and she will not be easily defeated in verbal confrontations, and she must have buried bigger topics behind...
This chapter has been completed!