The banquet after the ceremony was held at the Allah Hotel next to the square.
This is the tallest landmark building in the capital of Annan. In a sense, it is one of the few places here that can truly keep up with the trend of internationalization.
Even after several rounds of screening, there were still too many people attending the dinner.
There is no live broadcast here, but everyone knows the importance of this meandering.
In other words, this dinner will determine Annan's future direction.
In the past many years, the relationship between Annan and Zhongzhou was not very close. They were afraid of the majesty of the overlord and did not dare to make blatant provocations. However, as the Star Kingdom, Europe and other forces joined forces to try to limit Zhongzhou's
Chess pieces, they will always come up with some moths from time to time to cause trouble in Zhongzhou.
Of course there is no big loss, but disgusting people really have a skill.
There are so many things like this, and under various propaganda campaigns, the whole of Annan will naturally have some inexplicable hostility towards its powerful neighbor in the north.
Maintaining the tradition of often behaving as a demon would bring some trouble to Zhongzhou, so as to get some charity from the master behind it and develop a little bit. This was Annan's previous direction, and it was also the reason why they were relatively backward.
If we really want to talk about geographical advantages, Annan may not be the best, but at least it is not too bad. In a sense, their backwardness has a lot to do with the game between Central Continent and Star Kingdom.
What Xingguo hopes is to have a neighbor who causes trouble from time to time at Zhongzhou's doorstep, but it definitely doesn't want this chess piece to develop too well. Dongdao is a lesson learned from the past.
And Middle-earth will not tolerate the rise of a neighbor who makes trouble everywhere.
Although Annan could get some so-called aid from the Star Kingdom and the European continent from time to time, for this, they actually faced double pressure. For a long time, they have been trapped in this deadlock.
If we cannot break this embarrassing dilemma, it will only get worse and worse.
But now this banquet is actually an opportunity for Annan to break Annan's dilemma.
The signing of the "Treaty of Tiannan" means that Annan will completely hand over his future destiny to Central Continent to control. Star Kingdom Europe's influence here will be completely suppressed by Central Continent, and Annan's direction of progress will also change accordingly, becoming
In order to be close to Central Continent, we must have reliable neighbors who can protect Central Continent’s interests.
Just like Li Tianlan's speech at the signing ceremony.
Li Tianlan said in his speech that Annan's sale of Tiannan to Zhongzhou was a very wise choice, which further increased the close relationship between the two parties and made the friendship between the two parties stronger. On behalf of Zhongzhou, he recognized Annan's decision and expressed his gratitude to Israel and Lebanon.
The Annan Assembly headed by Matsudaira expressed high appreciation.
He also expressed that there would be some good changes in the lives of the Annan people in the future, and believed that Tiannan's joining Zhongzhou would open up a new situation for both parties, which would be of extremely far-reaching significance.
Does it all sound like crap?
Many people don't think so.
Even a dog will be rewarded with two bones after being beaten, let alone Annan?
Li Tianlan's deterrence is indeed strong enough, so strong that Zhongzhou can take Tiannan's 100,000 square kilometers into his arms without spending a penny.
The speech delivered by Li Tianlan was also strong enough.
But in all things, it is not enough for one person to be strong. When appropriate, gentleness is also necessary.
Now that the power of Zhongzhou has directly crushed Annan's face, after the signing of the "Treaty of Tiannan", what is the point of continuing to be strong?
There must be limits to showing off one's strength.
The other party has already been subdued and keeps yelling. Not only is it uninteresting, but it may also increase the other party's rebellious psychology.
Therefore, after becoming strong, a series of gentle and appeasing measures will inevitably come, reflecting true ‘friendliness’.
Annan's geographical location is not bad. Without the restrictions of Star Kingdom, it has taken refuge in Zhongzhou. Now Zhongzhou is willing to help...
Combining this series of conditions, it is no exaggeration to say that as long as Annan himself is honest enough, their lives will definitely be much better than they are now in a few decades.
Moreover, Annan is now close to Tiannan and Xiyue in Zhongzhou. These two areas are both areas where the new group has strong radiation capabilities. Once the relationship with Annan changes, the development of Tiannan and Xiyue will inevitably also radiate.
Go to Annan and stimulate Annan's economy. In other words, although it seems helpless to leave their own destiny to Zhongzhou, as long as they are willing to be dogs, there are still many benefits.
The signing of the "Treaty of Tiannan" established that Annan will need to survive in the shadow of Zhongzhou in the future, but how to maintain this situation for a long time, dispel Annan's resentment, and make them willing, these are what Zhongzhou needs to consider next.
things.
Just like what Li Tianlan said in his speech.
Let there be some good changes in the lives of Annan people in the future.
This matter must be done, but it cannot affect everyone in a short period of time. The best way is to support the so-called role models.
There is currently no truly world-class wealthy family in Annan. Li Tianlan's plan is to first use the resources of Zhongzhou and Tiannan to support some families to become truly big families, and then select the most loyal ones to build them into world-class wealthy families.
In this process, they must rely on Li Tianlan and Zhongzhou. By the time they grow up, they will no longer be able to escape Zhongzhou's control. Their identities will naturally become the pro-Zhongzhou group within Annan.
Once you have a clear group, it will be very easy to do things next. You just need to find ways to expand the circle of this group.
Moreover, Shengshi Fund will also need to be involved in most areas of Annan in the next few years, which also requires the cooperation of major families.
When Annan's group close to Zhongzhou grows, plus the East Palace, a two-pronged approach, and Li Tianlan's intimidation, it will be enough to control Annan to death. In that case, Zhongzhou's voice will be Annan's only voice.
They appear to be two sides, but in fact they are one body.
And today's banquet is the beginning of Li Tianlan's plan.
Li Tianlan did not return to Zhongzhou after the signing ceremony, but attended the banquet as a favor. This was a clear signal that he intended to send to Annan.
He stayed here not to be idle, but to give all the local forces in Annan a chance.
Whoever can really seize this opportunity and catch his eye will have the opportunity to become Annan's top wealthy family in the future and have a powerful force that can influence this country.
Smart people understand this.
Therefore, countless people are trying their best to join this banquet.
Families with a good foundation in Annan want to go further, those in a bad situation want to change their fate, and those in desperate situations want to fight hard. Everyone has their own ideas. No matter what, there is always no harm in giving it a try.
Yes, even if you don't get a commitment from Zhongzhou and Li Tianlan, it's still good to become familiar with them.
Li Tianlan was sitting in the cigar room of the banquet hall.
The glass walls of the cigar room are transparent to the outside, and the location is very good, so you can clearly see more and more guests at the banquet.
He casually put the cigar in his hand aside, took a sip of tea, looked at the information on the side, suddenly smiled, and said to Ma Si, who was sitting opposite him: "How about randomly drawing lots?"
The corner of Ma Si's mouth moved, and he said helplessly: "As long as you are happy."
He knew what the information Li Tianlan was pointing to was. It was the information on each family in Annan. Each one was very detailed and had been deliberately collected by the Eastern Palace and Zhongzhou during this period.
No matter which one you choose, you can help Donghuang Palace quickly open up a situation in a certain field.
"It's up to you."
Li Tianlan pointed to the information in front of him: "After I go out for a while, if I see something that pleases my eyes, I will tell you."
Ma Si raised his head, took a deep look at Li Tianlan, and nodded.
Strictly speaking, Li Huacheng fully supports Li Tianlan in hosting this signing ceremony, and there are many opinions in it.
First of all, Tiannan joined Zhongzhou because of Li Tianlan and asked Li Tianlan to host this ceremony. The reason is very good.
Then there is the so-called merit.
This credit and honor are so great that any director would be extremely excited.
To put it bluntly, if Li Tianlan had no ambition, just relying on this one thing, his status in Central Continent would be unshakable, and there would be no need to do anything else.
Ma Si looked at his watch.
7:15 p.m.
It should be news time in Zhongzhou, and the news will definitely spare no effort to report this great achievement.
Similarly, at this moment, Zhongzhou and Annan are sorting out the speech materials that Li Tianlan just gave and collecting some relevant information about Tiannan. These will be sorted out as soon as possible and then directly published to Quan Zhongzhou and Quan Annan.
In students' textbooks.
Perhaps these contents are not so crazy that it requires countless students to recite the full text, but in future exams, there will definitely be something similar to Tiannan's joining of Central Continent. Which marshal in Central Continent is directly related to it? A: Dongcheng Wudi, B: Ye Dongsheng, C
, Li Tianlan, or similar to Li Shuai, which of the following provinces was promoted to join the Central Continent sequence? A: Tiannan, B, Beihai, C, Wuyue and so on.
Being able to achieve this step can really be said to be a life without regrets.
Then there is power.
It is an honor to host the signing ceremony, and the banquet after the ceremony is the power given to Li Tianlan by Li Huacheng.
This kind of power allows him to treat the entire Annan as a toy and manipulate it into whatever shape he likes.
All major groups want to develop their own strength and make their own voices heard in Annan. At some point, this is also a kind of capital that cannot be ignored.
But now Li Tianlan is leading the team, which means that no one else can get involved at all.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, as long as Li Tianlan is willing, he can integrate Tiannan and Annan in a short period of time to form a stronger force.
Now, Li Tianlan did not reject this power, but he also gave Ma Si the power to choose the objects of support.
Ma Si is the first deputy palace owner of the East Palace.
At the same time, he is also Li Huacheng's absolute confidant.
Doing so is equivalent to giving back part of the power Li Huacheng gave him, and it also expresses Li Tianlan's trust.
Not sure if it was an illusion, but looking at Li Tianlan sitting on the sofa with a calm expression, Ma Si always felt that he seemed a little different from before.
"I will choose a suitable puppet for the Eastern Palace."
Ma Si said seriously.
Li Tianlan nodded and pushed the information around him.
The signing ceremony was a show of force.
After the ceremony, it was time for Zhongzhou and the Eastern Palace to distribute sweets.
Ma Si's current task is to select a few suitable targets at this banquet, let a few targets feel it, and let others see how sweet the candy from Zhongzhou and the East Palace is.
The door of the cigar room was gently knocked open.
A middle-aged man walked in quickly, came to Li Tianlan, and whispered: "Li Shuai, Speaker Li Songping is here."
Li Tianlan's expression remained unchanged and he said calmly: "Let him come in."
The middle-aged man nodded and left quietly. The next moment, Li Songping's slightly thin figure appeared at the door.
He changed out of the clothes he wore at the signing ceremony, with a friendly but unrealistic smile on his face, and his voice was extremely gentle: "Li Shuai, the banquet will officially start in ten minutes. Do you want to show up and say something else?"
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"It's not necessary."
Li Tianlan glanced at him and said calmly: "After the banquet starts, I will go out and have a look."
"OK."
Li Songping sat down on the sofa on the other side, smiled and nodded: "Then I'll chat with Li Shuai here."
Li Tianlan turned to look at Li Songping, watching quietly.
One second, two seconds, ten seconds, half a minute...
His gaze didn't shift at all.
The smile on Li Songping's face gradually became unnatural. He touched his face in a funny way and said with a forced smile: "Li Shuai, is there something on my face?"
"No."
Li Tianlan shook his head: "I'm just a little curious."
Li Songping looked confused.
Then he heard Li Tianlan's voice, which was calm, without ridicule or joking, but with a kind of calmness and arrogance that was extremely domineering.
"Who told you to sit down?"
Li Songping's expression completely froze.
Who asked you to sit down?
Who told you to sit down?
Who asked you to sit down?
His face suddenly turned red.
The so-called city government and the so-called scheming are completely useless at this moment.
This is Annan.
He, Li Songping, Speaker Annan.
He was not even qualified to sit down at the banquet prepared by Annan for Li Tianlan?!
A very clear look of anger and shame flashed in Li Songping's eyes.
He didn't even hide such emotions, and couldn't hide them at all.
To put it simply, Li Songping completely broke his defense.
"stand up."
Li Tianlan crossed his legs and leaned on the sofa in a more comfortable position.
Li Songping stared at Li Tianlan for a moment.
He hoped that Li Tianlan would give him an explanation, no matter how perfunctory it was.
For example, he can treat Annan kindly, but he will not forgive some of the things he has done.
Or maybe he represents the will of Middle-earth and is testing his so-called loyalty.
Or maybe something else...
Even if Li Tianlan said that I feel uncomfortable seeing you sitting, he could still stand up.
What he needs is an explanation, or a reason, any kind of reason will do.
But Li Tianlan did not give any explanation or reason.
This is his request.
This is his order.
stand up.
The anger in Li Songping's eyes gradually faded, replaced by a kind of gloom.
His already short body seemed to be even more stooped.
Little by little, he stood up from the sofa, and a smile appeared on his face: "That's right, I'm a little tired from sitting."
Li Tianlan did not answer his words, but pointed at the teacup casually: "Pour some tea."