"Sir, the conditions are still at a stalemate these days, but we will continue to fight for it!"
Zhang Bin said respectfully.
Shen Tang waved his hand, "There's no need to go today!"
"Li Duo, prepare a letter of credence for compensation!"
"ah?"
Shen Tang's words stunned everyone present, especially Zhang Bin and others. They were obviously still discussing it yesterday, so why should it be drafted today?
Li Duo was stunned at first, and then felt ecstatic in his heart! That's it! We people are just decorations, and the adults who should do what we should do have probably already done it! Isn't this scene the same as the last time we went to the Kingdom of Jin?
He didn't do anything, the adults had already negotiated the terms, and an inexplicable great achievement fell on himself and others.
"good!"
Li Duo nodded excitedly, "Quick, prepare pens, ink, paper and inkstones!"
The others recovered from the shock and hurriedly helped prepare! After a while, Li Duo was sitting at the table and said, "Sir, how should I write!"
"The rest of the wording is as follows. The specific compensation conditions are that the Dali Kingdom pays an annual tribute of five hundred thousand taels..."
"His, hiss, hiss..." Shen Tang's words made everyone present take a breath. Shen Tang had indeed mentioned this matter before, but they did not believe that Dali could agree! The issue of paying tribute to the yearly coins. The matter was of great importance, especially when it came to face. They even thought that Dali would never agree to such conditions even if it tried to continue the war with the Song Dynasty.
But now Shen Tang actually said that Dali promised to give him coins?
In fact, Shen Tang had already considered why he proposed the Sui coins directly! First, what Dali needs most now is time, so he agreed first. As long as he has enough strength, he can naturally regret it at any time! Second, finally The important thing is that Dali is different from the Song Dynasty!
The Song Dynasty was a dynasty in the Central Plains. From the emperors and generals to the common people, they subconsciously believed that the Song Dynasty was the dynasty of the Celestial Dynasty! Therefore, when it came to such a face-related matter, they were naturally extremely resistant.
Face is more important than heaven. This is deeply ingrained and difficult to completely change.
But Dali is different! Dali is on the border, and its relationship with the Central Plains Dynasty is also divided and combined. Even they themselves highly recognize the legitimacy of the Central Plains Dynasty. This is why sometimes these small border countries take the initiative to lean towards the Central Plains Dynasty. , requesting to become a vassal state and obtain canonization.
Just like Duan Heyu, the father of this period of prosperity, he took the initiative to pay tribute to the Song Dynasty, offered rituals and music, and sought canonization from the Song Dynasty to stabilize his orthodoxy and status.
Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty was also very satisfied with Duan Heyu's active tribute, and named him the official Jin Ziguanglu, the inspector Sikong, the Shangzhu Kingdom, the Yunnan Jiedushi, and the King of Dali!
Therefore, unlike the relationship between the Song Dynasty and the northern grassland peoples, Dali's attitude towards the Song Dynasty has always been one of envy and covetousness!
They envied the prosperity and culture of the Song Dynasty, and recognized the Central Plains orthodoxy of the Song Dynasty. Therefore, paying tribute to the Song Dynasty would not cause much disturbance and opposition! This was true for the court, and even more so among the people.
After Li Duo made the decision, Shen Tang looked at it and handed it over to him again!
"Next, you will continue to discuss the matter of compensation! At most, Dali has a slight objection to the amount of annual coins. However, you have insisted on 500,000 yuan and cannot give in! After the agreement is reached, Li Duo will represent the Song Dynasty. Meet the saints and ask them to stamp them with their seals!"
"Ah..." Li Duo looked stunned, "What about you, sir?"
Shen Tang smiled and said, "From now on, I feel cold and feel unwell, so I won't see any outsiders!"
"What!"
Li Duo stood up quickly and asked in a panic, "Sir, do you... want Dali to send an imperial doctor to nurse you back to health..."
Shen Tang smiled and waved his hand, "Don't worry, when it's time to get better, it will naturally get better!"
In one sentence, Li Duo suddenly realized!
"Don't worry, sir, there will never be any mistakes in this compensation matter!"
Li Duo didn't ask much about Shen Tang's purpose. He only needed to do what Shen Tang told him to do well!
Moreover, Shen Tang has already talked about this situation. If they still can't win it, wouldn't it really become a decoration?
"Okay, you can discuss it yourself next! I'm going back to recuperate."
Having said that, Shen Tang stood up and Shi Shiran went directly back to the attic.
"This... Mr. Li, is Mr. Shen really sick or is he pretending to be sick?"
Someone asked in confusion. After all, looking at Shen Tang's expression and posture just now, it didn't look like he was sick.
Li Duo's expression turned cold, "Of course Master Shen is really sick! When we wait for the peace talks to go poorly, you will naturally be worried! Didn't you see that you are all too sick to stay?
Your Excellency, it is related to the outcome of this peace negotiation, and even more important to the major events in the DPRK! If anyone dares to talk nonsense without opening his eyes, don't blame me for punishing him severely!"
Now, even those who still don’t understand understand it!
"Yes, hey, you have worked hard for your country, but it's a pity that we can't help you much..."
"You have worked so hard for your country, but you can't do enough for me when you are a low-ranking official..."
"We need to discuss compensation with Dali as soon as possible, so that you can at least feel at ease!"
Looking at the appearance of these people, if anyone is unaware, they might think that Shen Tang will die in the next moment!
Above the attic, Lord Shen Tang, who was bedridden, was enjoying the food Li'er had just made! Xiao Nizi was in a daze in the morning, and in the end, the maid made the breakfast.
When eating, Li'er saw that Shen Tang didn't have much to eat. After Shen Tang left, she quickly made a few side dishes and snacks and waited for Shen Tang to come back to eat.
"Li'er's craftsmanship is indeed unparalleled by others! The crispy meat is smooth but not greasy, delicious..." After eating and drinking, Shen Tang stroked his belly with satisfaction.
"Brother-in-law, where are we going today!"
Murong Yu asked curiously.
He stretched out his hand and hit Murong Yu on the head, "From today on, I will recuperate! I won't go anywhere! If you want to go out, I will ask General Xin to lead people to protect you!"
"Brother, you are sick!"
Shen Tang's words made Long Li'er stand up in panic.
"Do not worry!"
Shen Tang held Li'er's jade hand and said, "I'm just pretending to be sick. It's not suitable to see guests for the time being! It will be fine when Li Duo and the others finish the matter! If you feel bored, let Yu Yatou take you out."
Don’t worry, nothing will go wrong in this Dali Imperial City!”
Seeing that Shen Tang was fine, Long Li'er felt relieved.