Chapter 1461 Envoys from Various Countries (Part 2)
"Your Majesty demands an accurate result, and I will try my best to speak for you on behalf of the Brotherhood, but we are still unable to fully convince others, so the level of the envoys stationed in Nanjing City is not high."
The Jiguo court analyzed the situation in Shaodian Kingdom and divided it into three groups. One group was optimistic about Zhenjing City, one group was optimistic about Xingbang City, and the other group was optimistic about Nanjing City, which is the Tingding group.
Qiu Yuan belongs to the Supporting Ding faction, and there is an interest group behind him including Feng Run. He is the weakest of the three factions and is at a disadvantage in fighting for the support of his king. However, they are optimistic about Ding Kui's potential and believe that the Supporting Ding faction
can win the final victory.
"Well, let's do this. I will take you to see Zhongwang Zhoumu and Yangyuan Zhoumu in the next two days, so that you can see with your own eyes the attitude of the other two states towards me." Ding Kui decided to make a public statement.
"Oh, Brother Wei didn't prepare gifts for the two state shepherds when he came. It's not appropriate to go to see them empty-handed. Give Brother Wei some time to prepare them."
Ding Kui waved his hand: "What's the problem? I'll prepare it for you and deduct it from the account of Wanguo Jinhui Trading Company later."
Qiu Yuan didn't pay attention to these details, and the interest groups behind him would pay for it.
The envoys from our country received the highest level of reception. They visited Zhenjing City and Jianyang City accompanied by the Grand Duke who discussed politics, which was much higher than the envoys from Lu and Meng who came first.
Everyone was relieved when they found out that the person coming from their country was a prince-in-law. Compared with ordinary officials, the prince-in-law was obviously more senior, and the grand duke was also a prince-in-law. It made sense for the two of them to be sympathetic to each other.
The news that his country sent a consort to Nanjing as an envoy spread. Ding Kui did not waste Qiu Yuan's status and instructed Widow Hu to focus on publicity. As for who stayed at the post house, he deliberately ignored it.
"What's the point of publicizing that the prince-in-law is coming as an envoy? The envoy from our country who contacts the rebel king must at least be a prince." Shao Dianluan didn't understand Ding Kui's approach.
"Do they dare to say it? I dare! On the surface, our country has an equal relationship with us, and the relationship between countries is very clear; our country and Zhenjing City continue to have the old relationship, and the envoy level is not high, one level lower than ours.
"Grade, it seems that they value us more." Ding Kui can strengthen the concept of status.
"You say it's just superficial, but there is no reality."
"Stupid, just make a good show! It's easy to occupy a place, but it's hard to win people's hearts. If you want to get more people's approval, it's sometimes better to do some superficial work than to use troops."
"If you want to replace Zhenjing City and Xingbang City, you have to rely on soldiers and horses to defeat them in the end. It's useless for the whole world to recognize us." Shao Dianluan doesn't like to rectify the situation.
"Hey! You are so screwed! Where do the soldiers and horses come from? It comes from people who recognize us. Why do the 8th, 12th, 19th, 20th, 21st and 22nd Divisions support us? Isn't it because they recognize me?
Well." Ding Kui was not showing off, but making it clear to Shao Dian Luan how important it was to gain a public opinion basis for recognition.
"I know this, but your propaganda is just a cover-up, and others can easily see through it."
Shaodianluan went from managing the affairs of a city and county to managing a county, several counties, then expanded to half a state, and now has to manage two states. The journey has been gradual, and he has been trained at every stage. He has already
She is no longer a little princess who doesn’t understand anything.
"There are not many people who can see the essence of the matter clearly. There are wise people and fools among your subjects, and most of them are short-sighted people. What I asked the Propaganda Department to do is to guide most people, not for everyone."
Ding Kui's thinking is much more advanced. He knew how to run magazines to guide public opinion when he was a child, and his understanding of propaganda is much higher than that of his wife.
"What a terrible thought! I want to recall what you once said to see if you meant to guide me to do something."
"Hey, this is boring! Business and private matters cannot be confused."
"You once said that I was the most beautiful woman in Shaodian Kingdom."
Ding Kui said with a smile: "This is definitely sincere! Either you tell me, who is more beautiful than you?"
"Don't worry, I haven't finished yet. You once said that Long Yan is the gentlest woman in Shaodian Kingdom."
"Well, it's just my personal opinion, just for your reference."
"So I am the most savage and beautiful woman in Shaodian Kingdom."
Ding Kui broke out in a sweat. It's hard to figure out this woman's logic. If you reason with her, she will lead you thousands of miles away.
"I never said that! Speaking of business, the envoy arranged by Brother Ji is coming soon. I have to arrange a state banquet to entertain you. You can't be absent." He picked up the original topic very rationally.
"There is still the gentle and beautiful Li Fei here, so I'd better stay at home and recuperate." Shao Diangluan stretched out.
"Look for a fight!" Ding Kui pounced on him fiercely.
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The Ancient Yuan Empire first decided to send an envoy to Nanjing, but because the journey was too far, the envoy took two months on the road to reach its destination.
With Ji Chan's relationship, the Guyuan Empire's mission was quite luxurious, led by a count, and the other members were officials selected from the Senate. Professionals from Yishui, members of the chamber of commerce from Bili Kingdom, and people from Jiguo
Guards are much more formal.
Counts from the empire are equivalent to marquises in the kingdom, and the envoys sent by the Ancient Yuan Empire to Zhenjing City are no more than that. The Demon Prince of Nanping, whose wealth has grown rapidly, has attracted more and more attention from His Majesty the Emperor.
Earl Yin Ya was very polite in front of Ding Kui, and he was a bit flattering. Those who didn't know better thought he was Ding Kui's retainer.
"If you have anything to do, just give me your orders, and everyone within the scope of my authority will cooperate fully." He expressed his loyalty to Ding Kui many times.
"You build the posthouse first, and I'll choose the best place for you. If you need any materials, tell me, and I'll provide them to you at 20% off the market price. You don't need to do anything for the time being." Ding Kui understood, Yin
Ya is Ji Chan’s person.
The Guyuan Empire was no exception and chose to make multiple bets. It recognized both Nanjing City and Zhenjing City, and even recognized Xingbang City. It established good relations with the three major forces and would be able to speak to whoever came to power in the future.
Seven or eight days later, Ziyan's efforts in Cao State bore fruit. A small-scale mission crossed the Tongyuan River and arrived at Nanjing City. The Qi State's mission arrived only one day later than them, and its scale was obvious.
To a higher level.
The envoy from Qi State also brought a private letter from Ji Yu. As a friend, Ji Yu advised Ding Kui to make good friends with Qi State and hoped that Ding Kui would form an alliance with Qi State on behalf of Shaodian State.
"What do you think?" Ding Kui summoned his staff to study Ji Yu's letter.
Liu Yu shook his head and said: "He lacks enough sincerity. If Prince Ji Yu wanted to make good friends with us, he should have reported this private letter to the Tongbei Empire, and the Tongbei Empire should have brought this private letter instead of letting the Qi State envoy bring it."
"We captured Nanjing in June, and it has only been more than two months. Could it be that the Tongbei Empire had no time to prepare?" Kong Ren asked.
"No." Fei Ze helped explain, "Judging from the existing intelligence, the Tongbei Empire is helping Qi State mine black crystal iron ore. They must have a large number of official personnel in Qi State. If Ji Yu values the Lord,
You can directly apply for officials in Qi State to be turned into special envoys and come to Nanjing. This is the most beneficial to Qi State."
Ding Kui asked: "Then what does he mean by writing to me?"
"Delay! The first is to confuse the situation in our country and prolong the civil strife in our country so that our country has no time to look eastward; the second is to prevent or delay our good relations with Cao State, which can reduce the pressure on the Diyan Lake area; the third is to prevent or delay our fight against the black crystal
The iron idea is to let the Tongbei Empire concentrate on dealing with the three kingdoms of Cao, Meng and Ji." Liu Yu held out three fingers one by one.
Kong Ren nodded frequently and said: "Not bad! It's amazing! I only saw the second point, but I didn't expect the other two points."
Fei Ze smiled and said: "As for experience, you will understand it if you watch others use many tricks. There are no such detailed records in the book. You have to think about it as you read." He pointed out Kong Ren's shortcomings, he was obsessed with reading.
"Haha, my lord should have noticed. He just gave us a chance to practice." Liu Yu smiled sheepishly.
The compliment from a member of a big family made him a little shy.
"My guess is pretty much the same. The key is how should we balance the relationship between Qi and Cao?" Ding Kui didn't brag. What he thought was not much different from what Liu Yu said.
Seeing the problem is on the one hand, and how to solve the problem is on the other hand. He meets to find solutions.
Kong Ren kept his mouth shut knowingly. This was a diplomatic game between countries, and it also involved the situations of several countries. He had no idea in his mind.
"Which team do you plan to join, my lord?" Liu Yu tested Ding Kui's intentions.
There are many countries that are jealous of black crystal iron, but they are mainly divided into two groups, one is the Tongbei Empire and the Qi State, and the other is the Three Kingdoms Alliance of Cao, Meng, and Ji.
"Sir, what suggestions do you have?" Ding Kui was not in a hurry to express his position. In fact, he had not yet made up his mind. According to his original plan, it didn't matter which side he stood on.
"The Tongbei Empire has been preparing for the black crystal iron for many years. It should prepare plans to deal with various situations. No matter what our reaction is, it is all in their calculations. If the lord stands in the past, he will only fall behind and be led by others.
Nose goes.
On the other hand, the Three Kingdoms Alliance hastily entered the battle. Probably the monarchs of the Three Kingdoms have not thought about what they want in their hearts. They must not have thought about how to accept us. If they take the initiative to join forces, they may not be able to find a foothold."
Kong Ren's eyes widened and he thought: Didn't he say nothing? It's not good to take any side. I'm still too young! I must learn more.
"That's right! It's not right to refuse Ji Yu's request, nor is it right to agree to him. If you want to bet on both sides, you will be forced to express your position by both sides. You can only wait and see first." Ding Kui heard the implication of Liu Yu's words.
Kong Ren was stunned: Did Mr. Liu mean this? It seems so, why didn’t I think of it?
"There is another way. You take the initiative, visit the Diyan Lake area, and clarify the terms of negotiation with Cao and Qi." Fei Ze added a plan.
Ding Kui turned to look at Fe Ze, suddenly smiled, and said: "It's exactly what I want! It's boring to wait and see passively. Only by taking the initiative can you have the choice. Mr. Fei is getting to know me better and better."
Liu Yu quickly reminded: "Yang Yuanzhou has just attached itself to the imperial court, and it is not appropriate for my lord to go out recently."
"It's only a matter of a month or two. I won't be away for too long. Nothing will happen to you in the court." Ding Kui seemed to have made up his mind.