Shui Daiyin looked at the fish in the release pond casually, but her heart was ups and downs like the tide. Since the Mo Wuhen incident, she has been thinking about the future situation all the time, but every time she thinks about something, there is always something in her mind. Tang Lie's hateful smile appeared. She didn't know where they were now, and she suddenly found that what she thought about the most was this matter.
Sea Fury Sage Zhuo Lunbu has brought back the body of Black Ice Sage Xia Yanbing. Judging from the body, the fatal wound on Xia Yanbing's chest was stabbed by a dagger, and this dagger happened to belong to Mo Wuhen.
Shui Daiyin couldn't help but sigh: "Wuhen, why did you betray me?"
At this time, the palace maid came to announce that Sage Tianyin and Sage Mengyi came to see them at the same time, and Shui Daiyin nodded in agreement.
Not long after, Tianyin Sage Huiyunlisi and Mengyi Sage Zhuang Feiyi came to the Queen together. After paying homage, Huiyunlisi took the lead and said: "To inform Her Majesty the Queen, the defense of the Psychedelic Strait has been completed. General Chidi asked Someone sent us news that the Xuanwu Empire hopes to join forces with us to attack Chuanyun City and put forward an extremely favorable condition."
Shui Daiyin said softly and said calmly: "Tell me their conditions."
Huiyun Lisi said: "They promised that as long as we can help them jointly capture Chuanyun City, they will give Chuanyun City to us,"
Shui Daiyin said casually: "It is indeed a good condition. What do you think?"
Mengyi Sage Zhuang Feiyi stepped forward and said: "I think this matter is not credible."
Shui Daiyin was slightly startled, her beautiful icy blue eyes fixed on Zhuang Feiyi, quietly looking forward to his next words.
Zhuang Feiyi said: "The power of the Xuanwu Empire is extremely chaotic now, and internal disputes are becoming increasingly serious. As far as I know, the army besieging Chuanyun City alone belongs to two different political forces."
Huiyunlisi nodded with deep sympathy and said: "In fact, with our strength, if we want to take Chuanyun City, we don't need anyone to intervene at all."
Shui Daiyin said: "Let's put this matter down for now. Is there any movement in Chuanyun City in the past two days?"
Dreamwing Sage Zhuang Feiyi whispered: "This is why I came here this time."
"Stop trying to get in trouble and speak up quickly if you have anything to say," Shui Daiyin has become increasingly impatient recently.
Zhuang Feiyi said cautiously: "There are envoys from Chuanyun City who want to meet with Her Majesty the Queen."
Shui Daiyin said coldly: "No,"
Zhuang Feiyi added: "The envoy did not come on behalf of Chuanyun City. He said that he only came on behalf of Tang Lie alone."
Shui Daiyin was shocked in her heart, but she remained calm on the outside. She said coldly: "So Tang Lie has arrived in Chuanyun City." She glared at Huiyun Lisi with dissatisfaction: "Is Chi Di a waste? Mi The Fantasy Strait has been blocked by us, how did Tang Lie enter the city?"
Huiyun Lisi said: "Tang Lie has great magical powers. He was able to escape from the heavy siege of our sea warriors that day. Maybe he has other methods this time..."
"Bold," Shui Daiyin got angry and scared Hui Yunlisi and Zhuang Feiyi to their knees at the same time. Shui Daiyin suppressed the anger in her heart and said coldly: "I want to see what Tang Lie wants to do. , what qualifications does he have to negotiate with me,"
Ling Ying strode to Shui Daiyin. Shui Daiyin was not unfamiliar with Ling Ying's face. She had seen Ling Ying once before. She sneered and said: "Ling Ying, you have worked so hard. You just walked out from here, are you going to fall into a trap again?"
Ling Ying calmly replied: "Since Ling Ying dares to come, he has already put life and death aside. Isn't the Queen's question a bit redundant?"
Zhuang Feiyi was secretly worried for Ling Ying. Although he and Ling Ying had different stances, they were both members of the Yi clan. To be fair, he didn't want anything bad to happen to Ling Ying.
Fortunately, Shui Daiyin didn't get angry and said coldly: "Go ahead,"
Ling Ying said: "I am not here on behalf of Chuanyun City this time, but on behalf of my brother Tang Lie,"
Shui Daiyin became furious when she heard Tang Lie's name, and said angrily: "Having such a brother will only shorten your life."
Ling Ying smiled and said: "If there were no such brothers, Ling Ying would have died when he was imprisoned in Crystal City." In front of the Queen of the Sea Clan, he did not show the slightest fear.
Shui Daiyin asked: "Is Mo Wuhen also with Tang Lie?"
Tang Lie had specifically explained this matter beforehand. Ling Ying smiled and replied: "I have no interest in other people's privacy."
Shui Daiyin said coldly: "Okay, let's not talk about privacy, let's talk about your official business."
Ling Ying nodded and said calmly as Tang Lie said before: "Tang Lie hopes that the Queen can put the overall situation first and give up the waterway of the Psychedelic Strait,"
Shui Daiyin laughed loudly and said, "I heard you right. Is Tang Lie just talking nonsense?"
Ling Ying said: "Although Chuanyun City cannot continue to hold on, the soldiers are united and their fighting power is still there. If all the soldiers and subjects in the city retreat to the Psychedelic Strait, what will the Queen plan to do?"
Shui Daiyin said coldly: "My attitude towards this war is very clear. I will remain neutral."
Ling Ying said: "Although the Queen wants to remain neutral, the soldiers of Chuanyun City will take the initiative to provoke a war with the Hai Clan,"
"Bold," Shui Daiyin shouted angrily, but she clearly realized in her heart that what Ling Ying said could definitely happen. Once Chuanyun City plans to abandon the city, they will inevitably retreat to the Psychedelic Strait. If they don't give up the escape route, There will definitely be a bloody battle.
Ling Ying continued: "In order to avoid greater casualties, we will concentrate all our strength to deal with the Hai Clan army. Even if our entire army is annihilated, your losses will surely be considerable. If the Queen has been fighting with a crane and a clam, The fisherman’s wishful thinking of profit may lead to disappointment.”
Shui Daiyin sneered: "You guys overestimate your own strength."
Ling Ying said: "Facts will prove everything. If the Queen can consider the overall situation and allow the soldiers of Chuanyun City to evacuate smoothly, we will hand over Chuanyun City."
Shui Daiyin was slightly startled, Tang Lie was indeed extraordinary, combining strength and softness, kindness and power. This move was really beautiful, but it was a pity that he ignored his hatred for him.
Shui Daiyin said coldly: "It's you who are making your own wishful thinking. If I let you go, even if we successfully capture Chuanyun City, we will inevitably turn against the empire. I can't decide which one is more important." ,"
Ling Ying said: "Tang Lie asked me to send a letter to the Queen." He presented the letter in his hand, and Hui Yunlisi took it with her own hands, checked it, and then put it into Shui Daiyin's hands.
Shui Daiyin took out the parchment, but saw that there were no words on it, and there was a picture drawn on it, a fish with a white belly, and a fishing net that was broken by the fish. The fish died and the net was broken, and both sides were hurt. Shui Daiyin immediately understood the picture. Meaning, her chest rose and fell rapidly because of anger, and she said angrily: "Does Tang Lie want to threaten me?"
Ling Ying said: "Tang Lie asked me to tell you that what this painting depicts is only a private matter between him and Her Majesty the Queen. Only you will understand."
Shui Daiyin was so smart. She knew that Tang Lie was hinting to her that if she didn't agree to his conditions, he would reveal herself and his secret to everyone. Shui Daiyin was so angry that she walked back and forth. After a few steps, everyone could see her anger and uneasiness at the moment. Although they were all very curious about the letter, no one dared to go up and take a peek.
Shui Daiyin quickly made a decision in a short period of time, her expression returned to calmness and calmness, and she said slowly: "I can give the soldiers of Chuanyun City a way to survive, but I have a condition..."
Before she could tell her condition, Ling Ying said first: "Tang Lie said that as long as the Queen promises to give the soldiers and people of Chuanyun City a way to survive, he is willing to stay in Chuanyun City with Miss Mo to wait for Her Majesty the Queen. arrival,"
What Shui Daiyin wanted to say was to take the lives of Tang Lie and Mo Wuhen. She didn't expect that Tang Lie knew her so well. Besides being furious, she also had an indescribable complex feeling in her heart. She gave up a little tiredly. Waving his hand, he said: "Go ahead and tell Tang Lie that I agree to his terms."
Ling Ying was overjoyed. Tang Lie was indeed extraordinary. With just one letter, he forced the Queen of the Sea Clan to change her mind. This showed that he knew Shui Daiyin very well.
After Ling Ying left, Huiyunlisi and Zhuang Feiyi did not dare to speak. They could both see that the queen was in an extremely bad mood at this time.
"Tell me what you think," Shui Daiyin broke the silence.
Huiyun Lisi and Zhuang Feiyi looked at each other, and Zhuang Feiyi was the first to speak: "Your Majesty's move is really a wise move. As Ling Ying said, if we decide to block their escape route, we will only force the forces in Chuanyun City to fight to the death. In a battle, even if we can win, the losses will be heavy,"
Shui Daiyin said coldly: "I don't know how much benefit you received from them, but you have always spoken to them today."
Zhuang Feiyi was so frightened that he hurriedly knelt on the ground: "Your Majesty the Queen, my loyalty to you can be demonstrated by the sun and the moon..."
"Okay, okay," Shui Daiyin waved her hand impatiently, turned to Huiyun Lisi and said, "But if I let them live, it would be equivalent to becoming the enemy of Xuanwu Kingdom."
Huiyun Lisi said: "I don't think so. The Xuanwu Kingdom is currently in civil strife, and they don't dare to conflict with us head-on. What's more, after we occupy Chuanyun City, we can take advantage of the dangers of Chuanyun City's mountains. The forces living west of the mainland are expanding towards Xuhai, and letting go of Xuanbo means that the entire Xuanwu Kingdom will continue to be divided. Although she is not too powerful, she is the true monarch recognized by many subjects of the Xuanwu Kingdom. In the long run Look, this may not be a good thing,”
A knowing smile appeared on Shui Daiyin's pretty face. Huiyunlisi's wisdom was not inferior to that of Mo Wuhen, but she immediately thought that Tang Lie would let someone come to negotiate with her. He knew her so well. Mo Wuhen must have been assisting, and Fang's heart was suddenly filled with hatred. She would not let Tang Lie and Mo Wuhen go no matter what this time.
Ling Ying immediately told Tang Lie about Shui Daiyin's reply. Tang Lie and Mo Wuhen smiled at each other. They had long expected that Shui Daiyin had no reason to refuse.
Mo Wuhen said softly: "The Queen has a broad mind. She will definitely consider the overall situation. I believe she will not easily let her soldiers get involved in this tragic war."
Tang Lie sighed: "You still understand her,"
Mo Wuhen's pretty face turned red. She misunderstood Tang Lie's meaning and whispered: "Actually, you know her very well." She thought of the picture scroll that Tang Lie had drawn by himself, and expressed the confusion that had been in her heart for a long time: "What exactly did you draw on that painting?"
Tang Lie chuckled and said, "The secret must not be revealed."
Mo Wuhen still wanted to ask more questions, but at this time General Fina came to visit, so she had to give up the idea of asking to the end.
After several contacts, Fina and Mo Wuhen developed a good impression of each other. Of course, this was related to the fact that they both liked Tang Lie. For Tang Lie, they had to consider getting closer to each other.
Tang Lie relayed the news brought by Ling Ying, and Fina was extremely surprised and said: "It's best. Since Shui Daiyin promised to give us a way out, we can avoid losses to the greatest extent, but... Her Majesty the Queen may not be willing to do so. Give up Chuanyun City,"
Tang Lie sighed and said, "I am also worried about this matter. Last time I talked to her, I found that she has changed a lot,"
Mo Wuhen smiled and said: "According to what you said, Princess Xuanbo is only worried about the people of Chuanyun City. Handing over Chuanyun City now in exchange for the safety of the people and soldiers is undoubtedly the best outcome. She also Is there any reason to object,"
Fina said: "Even if the Queen agrees, Duke Black Jayne may not agree. In his heart, Cloud Chuan City has long been a part of his life. If he wants him to give the city away, I'm afraid it won't be that easy."
Tang Lie had ignored Hei Jien, the real master of Cloud Chuan City from the beginning. After hearing Fina's words, he began to realize that he might have made a big mistake. He was silent for a long time and then said: " Don’t tell anyone the outcome of my negotiation with Shui Daiyin for the time being. I want to go see Duke Black Jayne first,”
Fina sighed softly and said, "I'll go with you."
After Heijieen gave up his Duke's Palace to Princess Xuanbo, he has been living in the annex in the west city of Chuanyun City. This was originally his summer resort. It was built on the mountainside and can be seen not far from the annex. Although the sea view here is much smaller than the original Duke's Mansion, it is also elegant and clean. During this period, Black Jayne was not in the mood to enjoy any purity. Most of the time, he was worried about the battle situation in Chuanyun City.
When Heijien heard Tang Lie's visit, Hei Jie'en kept welcoming him out of the door. He rarely treated guests like this because Tang Lie had already become a well-known hero, which showed Tang Lie's status in the hearts of Chuanyun City soldiers at this time.
Heijieen led the two of them to the hall and sat down. He asked his men to bring him tea and said with a smile: "At this moment, you two are here to visit me. You must have something important to do."
Tang Lie nodded and said straight to the point: "Tang Lie is here to discuss something with the Duke."
Black Jayne nodded and said, "You say,"
"Judging from the Duke's perspective, Chuanyun City can still be saved,"
Heijieen pondered for a moment and then said: "It will only be a matter of time before the city is destroyed."
Tang Lie added: "Duke, have you ever thought about what will happen in the future? If everyone is prepared to fight to the death in this war, I am afraid that the fate of the empire will come to an end."
Heijien whispered: "I haven't thought about this. I have advised Her Majesty the Queen many times about this, but she is always determined to live and die with Chuanyun City..." He suddenly realized something and smiled. : "Actually, you should go to the Queen,"
Fina said: "Duke, if we can have a way out, would you be willing to abandon the city?"
Heijien shook his head vigorously and said: "I am about to die, and I don't want to go anywhere. I am here when I am in the city, and I will forget myself in the city."
Tang Lie said in a low voice: "I really don't want to hide it, but the Hai Clan agreed to find a way out, but they have one condition."
"What conditions,"
"Let us present Chuanyun City with both hands,"
"No," Black Jayne stood up suddenly.
Tang Lie had already expected that he would have such a violent reaction, and said calmly: "Chuanyun City will not give it away with both hands, because Shui Daiyin has an additional condition that he will take my life and Mo Wuhen's life. We have decided to give up our lives." , not for others, just for Xuan Bo, for the sake of the people of Chuanyun City and the future of the empire, wouldn’t the Duke be willing to sacrifice a city that is destined to be conquered?”
Black Jayne was speechless.
Tang Lie glanced at Fina, and the two stood up to say goodbye.
Black Jayne didn't get up to say goodbye, he still sat there blankly...
Returning to the post house, he saw Lang Yuan already waiting there. When he saw Tang Lie, he hurriedly came up to greet him and whispered: "The queen is here,"
Tang Lie was slightly startled. She didn't expect that Xuan Bo's information was so well-informed. As soon as she went to Hei Jien's place, she got the information. Then she thought it might not be for this matter. He had clearly explained just now that no one should disclose this matter. thing.
He smiled and nodded: "You guys wait for me outside,"
Lang Yuan held his arm and said, "Tang Lie, you must convince the queen not to make unnecessary sacrifices."
Tang Lie nodded to him and walked slowly into the middle hall.
Xuan Bo sat there quietly, she had been here for half an hour, and the look in her beautiful eyes was unpredictable, making it impossible to guess what she was really thinking at this time.
Tang Lie smiled and said, "I didn't expect that Her Majesty the Queen would condescend to come to see me. Tang Lie is extremely honored."
Xuan Bo said calmly: "There is no need to say such words between us,"
Tang Lie glanced at Xuan Bo with deep meaning: "Can you tell me the purpose of coming?"
Xuan Bo said: "Although I haven't come to see you in the past two days, I know that you have done a lot of things behind your back. These things must be for Chuanyun City and for me. I came here to see you because I want to persuade you." Give up this idea and leave here before the city is destroyed. I already owe you a lot and I don’t want you to suffer any more misfortunes because of me."
Tang Lie stared deeply at Xuan Bo and asked a question that had nothing to do with Xuan Bo's words: "Have you ever loved me in your heart?"
Xuan Bo's heart was shocked. She never expected that Tang Lie would ask such a question at this time, so she remained silent.
Tang Lie did not wait for her to answer him, and said loudly: "Whether you love me or not, I can tell you frankly that I love you," he said excitedly: "Because I love you, I will not consider your power and power at all. Status, in my eyes you are just a woman, and I have to take on the responsibility of protecting you. Because I love you, I don’t care how many soldiers are besieging you outside, or how powerful the enemy I face is, I will fight for you. Blood Road,"
Xuan Bo's face was already filled with tears. She stretched out her catkins and held Tang Lie's big hand tightly.
Tang Lie said loudly: "I don't have the noble character to save the world. The reason why I came to Chuanyun City is for you and Fina. However, I know that you have to bear the expectations of these thousands of soldiers, and you have to take care of the people in Chuanyun City. Since you are willing to take on the lives of your subjects and all these responsibilities, I will help you without hesitation."
Xuan Bo wanted to say something, but Tang Lie waved his hand to stop him: "You don't have to say anything against it. Once I've decided, I won't change it."
Tang Lie adjusted his excitement and whispered: "You guessed it right. I have been doing something these past two days. I asked Ling Ying to go to the Sea Clan to negotiate a deal with Shui Daiyin for me." He smiled and said: "Although there is a suspicion of overstepping my authority, after all, this is our best solution at the moment."
Xuan Bo said softly: "Do you want to give up Chuanyun City in exchange for the Queen of the Sea Clan to give up a way out?"
Tang Lie nodded: "Shui Daiyin has promised that as long as Chuanyun City is handed over, she will make way for a passage in the Psychedelic Strait,"
Xuan Bo was dubious and said: "For her to agree so easily, are there any other conditions?"
Tang Lie smiled and said, "You are really smart. Shui Daiyin also has an additional condition, which is that Mo Wuhen and I stay."
"No," Princess Xuanbo exclaimed, "She already hates you and Miss Mo to the core. If you stay, you will only die."
Tang Lie looked at Princess Xuanbo affectionately and said, "It seems you still care about me."
A trace of shyness flashed across Xuan Bo's pretty face, and he immediately said: "Brother Tang, if you stay, I will never leave."
Tang Lie laughed and said, "You think I'm so useless? Since you met me, I've experienced so many dangers, big and small, and how many times have I not escaped successfully?"
What he said was indeed true, and Xuanbo couldn't think of any reason to object.
Tang Lie said: "You should remember my little white dragon. Now it has become a real golden dragon. In fact, it is the descendant of your father's original golden dragon. With its help, I will wait until you leave safely. I will wait for Shui Daiyin in this empty city. After she enters the city, I will escape on the golden dragon. What can she do to me?"
He was so sure that Xuan Bo didn't believe him.
Xuan Bo said sadly: "Even if we escape, where can we escape to?"
Tang Lie said in a low voice: "Now that the entire Xuanwu Empire is in the midst of internal strife, rather than becoming their first target of elimination here, it is better to go north to the Ice and Snow Continent to avoid all attacks. Various signs indicate that Demon Emperor Qiu Chan It's not long before the seal is broken, and this continent will eventually fall into war. It might not be a good choice to leave here temporarily."
Xuanbo sighed and said: "I have long been disgusted with power and war. The reason why I can support myself until now is all because of my responsibility to my ancestors."
Tang Lie looked at Xuan Bo with distress. In the past two days, Yiren had become much more haggard. Such heavy responsibilities and burdens were all placed on her delicate shoulders. You can imagine the great pressure Xuan Bo had to bear. Tang Lie secretly made up his mind, From now on, he will never let Xuan Bo suffer so much. He whispered: "For the soldiers of Chuanyun City and the future of Xuanwu Kingdom, are you willing to leave?"
Xuan Bo looked at Tang Lie affectionately and shook his head vigorously.
Tang Lie was stunned. He didn't expect that all his efforts after talking for so long were in vain.
Xuan Bo said: "I am willing, but just for you."
Tang Lie suddenly pulled Xuan Bo's delicate body into his arms. Xuan Bo shyly closed his beautiful eyes. Just as their lips touched, he heard Fina's voice coming from outside: "Queen Qi Your Majesty, Duke Black Jayne has come to ask for an audience,"
The two separated reluctantly, and Tang Lie walked out of the middle hall. Sure enough, he saw Hei Jieen walking towards this side accompanied by Lang Yuan, and smiled politely: "Hello, Your Majesty the Duke,"
Heijien nodded and said, "Mr. Tang happens to be here too. I want to say a few words to everyone."
Tang Lie was sure that Heijieen would definitely agree to his request, so he accompanied Heijieen back to the middle hall with a smile.
Xuanbo's expression has returned to normal. Compared to when she just escaped from the imperial capital, everyone can see her growth.
The first thing Black Jayne said was: "I agree to abandon the city,"
Xuanbo sighed softly and said, "It's all me who has caused trouble for the Duke,"
Heijien said solemnly: "Queen, there is no need to say this. Chuanyun City is part of the empire's territory and belongs to you originally. I just agree with Mr. Tang's view. It is you who make the final decision." He paused and then Said: "There is one thing I always doubt. Shui Daiyin agreed to our request so easily. Will she cheat in the middle?"
Tang Lie said with confidence: "She doesn't dare,"
This sentence made everyone feel confused. How could Tang Lie have such strong confidence? Did he really have a way to restrain Shui Daiyin?
Xuan Bo said: "No matter whether the Queen of the Sea Clan will cheat or not, we have no other choice." She has analyzed the actual situation countless times and is clear about their current situation.
Everyone nodded in sympathy.
Lang Yuan said: "The total number of people in Chuanyun City is over 200,000. It is simply impossible to evacuate such a huge crowd without alarming the Xuanwu Kingdom."
Tang Lie said: "There are not that many people who are willing to leave."
Lang Yuan didn't understand what Tang Lie meant and looked at him questioningly.
Tang Lie said: "Have you ever thought about something? There are very few people who are really willing to leave their homeland."
Heijien said loudly: "If the people don't leave here, won't they be massacred by the Hai Clan?"
"You are wrong," Mo Wuhen walked in slowly from outside. She smiled at Xuan Bo. Xuan Bo had dealt with her before and knew that this woman was extremely intelligent, but he didn't expect that one day she would stand with him. In the same camp.
Heijien said angrily: "How could I be wrong?"
Mo Wuhen said: "Although the Queen appears to be indifferent, she is not narrow-minded. The saying that she regards the people as her own children is not an exaggeration when applied to her."
Heijien snorted coldly and said: "That's for your tribe, you won't treat us like this."
Mo Wuhen smiled and said: "Actually, the Hai Clan is composed of many races. I am not an authentic Hai Clan person." She walked up to Xuan Bo and said, "Generally, if a true leader wants to win the hearts and minds of the people, It is definitely not a massacre, but a benevolent government. The Queen's wisdom is far better than mine. The Chuanyun City she wants will never be an empty city. After Chuanyun City becomes her territory, the people will become her people. She I will do my best to protect them instead of killing them,"
Tang Lie looked at Mo Wuhen with admiration. Her timely appearance did him a big favor.
