Shen Tang, Liu Xiangling, the iron-blooded traitor in the Southern Song Dynasty Chapter 1171: Dialogue between ruler and minister, negotiation of compensation
Chapter 1171: Dialogue between ruler and minister, negotiation of compensation
Chapter 1171: Dialogue between monarch and ministers, compensation agreement
"Since my brother is sick, Li'er naturally has to take care of him, otherwise others will see his flaws!"
Long Li'er said obediently that for her, it didn't matter where she went, as long as she could stay with Shen Tang...
In the peace talks on this day, when faced with the theory of annual coins proposed by Li Duo and others, Wang Haoran obviously received the message from the Prime Minister, so there was not much dispute. Even the specific figures were discussed peacefully by both parties.
The smell of gunpowder from before has been eliminated! Both sides know very well that what they are doing now is just going through the motions, and the real decision-making power is not in their hands.
In the palace, Duan Zhengxing and Gao Liangcheng faced each other!
After a long silence, Gao Liangcheng suddenly said, "I am guilty of this matter! After this matter is over, I will step down from the position of prime minister. At that time, even if there is some opposition, it will fall directly on me.
"
"You can't be the prime minister!"
Duan Zhengxing hurriedly spoke, "It's just a yearly coin. It's not a big deal. How could the Prime Minister abandon me? The Prime Minister has tried his best on the peace talks, but now I am weak in Dali and cannot be changed without human power.
Even if there is really a mistake, it is all my fault, how can I let the Prime Minister bear the responsibility?"
Duan Zhengxing personally helped Gao Liangcheng, who was prostrating on the ground, to stand up, "I have already said that this matter is all decided by the Prime Minister, so no matter what terms are negotiated, I will not blame you.
Moreover, if we can stabilize Jianchang Prefecture and deter the tribes in eastern Yunnan, this will be a good thing for me in Dali."
"Back then, the Prime Minister taught me that the so-called reputation is just a passing cloud, and the peace of the country and the people is the most important thing! However, hundreds of thousands of taels of silver every year can make me settle down in Dali. The Prime Minister has no fault!"
"I think back then, my father took the initiative to pay tribute to the Song Dynasty, but now we just get some coins, which is nothing!"
Some things need to be compared and solved by oneself! When he just heard the news brought by Gao Liangcheng, Duan Zhengxing was indeed furious! But thinking about it now, this may not be unacceptable! Hundreds of thousands of taels of silver every year, for Dali
It’s not much of a burden! Moreover, it can also solve the current problem of domestic instability. It can be said to kill two birds with one stone.
Coupled with the previous comparison between Duan and Yu Yichao, what they did was just imitating their predecessors. How could it be considered a mistake?
"However, what happened in Jianchang Mansion is what Qiongbu Prefecture said. What Shen Tang said...does he really have the power to influence Qiongbu Prefecture?"
Duan Zhengxing asked.
"Your Majesty, don't worry about this!"
Gao Liangcheng solemnly said, "First of all, I have checked in detail. Although Qiongbu Prefecture was canonized by the Emperor of the Song Dynasty, it was conquered by Shen Tang. Therefore, Shen Tang's reputation is indeed meaningful in Qiongbu Prefecture.
Extraordinary! With just one word from Shen Tang, all the power of Qiongbu Prefecture can retreat."
"Secondly, there is no need for him to lie to us about this matter!"
"That's good!"
Duan Zhengxing nodded, "In that case, the Prime Minister should finalize the compensation with them as soon as possible! Once the credentials are signed, the hidden dangers of Qiongbu Prefecture and Jiazong Prefecture will be temporarily put aside, and we will be free to deal with East Yunnan.
All tribes!"
Having said this, Duan Zhengxing couldn't help but smile, "The Prime Minister really doesn't have to worry about this matter! You and I both know that the so-called credential or annual coins are just for temporary stability! If the Song Dynasty had been
If the Song Dynasty is strong, then it doesn’t matter if we give out some silver coins every year. If the Song Dynasty is at a disadvantage, it’s not up to us to decide whether to give this year’s coins?"
"So, Prime Minister, just go and talk!"
"In addition, please ask the Prime Minister not to talk about the dismissal from the prime minister again!"
Duan Zhengxing said solemnly, "I know that the Prime Minister has always thought about Jielu and the mountains, but the Prime Minister still needs to work hard for a few years! This Dali may not even need me as the emperor, but it cannot live without the Prime Minister! When will the day come when our Dali will truly
Once everything is settled, you and I, the monarch and my ministers, will go into seclusion together!"
"Find a famous mountain and river, build two thatched houses, and you and I, the monarch and your ministers, will cultivate their own land, and you don't have to worry about this complicated court!"
Duan Zhengxing spoke passionately, and Gao Liangcheng was also extremely moved! In fact, Dali was indeed extremely lucky! After the Gao family's rebellion, the government returned to the Duan family again.
The internal pacification of various tribes gradually stabilized Dali's internal affairs. When Duan Zhengxing became emperor, although Duan Zhengxing was slightly weak as emperor, he was commensurate with this powerful prime minister, which continued to increase Dali's national power and laid the foundation for Dali again.
The destiny of the country in the past century!
As mentioned above, Gao Liangcheng was definitely not a good person to the Song Dynasty, but to Dali, he was so accomplished that his reputation would be passed down through the ages!
After receiving the emperor's promise, the negotiation speed regarding the terms of compensation suddenly accelerated! The most important number of annual coins has been finalized by the two parties at five hundred thousand taels. After three days of discussions and all the details were discussed clearly, both parties agreed.
The only thing left to draw up the certificate of indemnity was to submit it to the Emperor of Dali for his seal, and then it was immediately sent back to the Song Dynasty.
"Master Li, since we have negotiated all the conditions, we will go directly to the pilgrimage tomorrow to finalize the matter! At that time, the Prime Minister will send someone to greet Master Shen and you all!"
Wang Haoran said harmoniously.
Hearing this, Li Duo couldn't help but let out a long sigh, with a worried look on his face, "To be honest with you, I have been feeling cold in recent days. I have been staying in Wuhua Building for several days, and I am still bedridden today! So!
, I’m afraid it will be a little inconvenient for my adults to meet the saint in person!”
"What!"
Wang Haoran looked shocked. Is Shen Tang seriously ill?
How come they don't know about this?
However, this is not surprising. Shen Tang has not participated in the peace talks in the past few days. Moreover, the Wuhua Building is now guarded by Shen Tang’s cronies. Their servants in Dali cannot enter or exit at will. Therefore, they naturally cannot
Got the news that Shen Tang was seriously ill.
"How is Mr. Shen's condition? Why don't you tell Mr. Xiangguo and ask him to ask your Majesty to provide medical treatment?"
Wang Haoran asked anxiously, no matter what the outcome of this peace talk is, we finally have something to show for it, but we must not let any other surprises happen again!
"Thank you for your concern, Mr. Wang. However, my lord is only slightly unwell! Moreover, the accompanying medical officer has already given you a look! He only needs to rest for a few more days, and there is nothing serious!"
Li Duo said politely.
"Then... what about signing the credentials?
We can’t wait a few more days!”
Wang Haoran said in embarrassment that the most important thing now is to finalize the conditions to prevent any accidents. Moreover, the longer the delay, the more losses Dali will suffer.