He Lianqi nodded and immediately wrote the imperial edict. After writing the edict, he stamped it with a big seal and handed it to the chamberlain.
The servant held it down and ordered people to pass on the order. More than half a month had passed since the imperial edict was delivered to Bai Shifeng and others. Snow was falling outside the house.
Several people had no intention of saluting.
The guards did not ask for trouble and asked them to set off immediately after reading the imperial edict.
They have been waiting for the imperial edict, but it has finally arrived. Bai Shifeng and his party packed up and set off immediately.
Another half month later, they arrived at the capital of Wan Ning Kingdom.
The group of people was arranged to rest outside the palace for one night, then wash up and bathe before entering the palace the next day.
He Lianqi sat majestically on the dragon chair, and He Lianzheng stood aside. Bai Shifeng and the other three bowed their hands in salute, giving them face.
"It is really a great good thing that some of you have come to our country to sell grain and relieve our country's crisis." He Lianzheng said, "I don't know how much grain you can provide. Our country wants to buy it in the long term. The price is negotiable. Please tell me the conditions. If you can do it,
When the country arrives, our country will do its best.”
Bai Shifeng smiled: "It's not difficult to do. If we want to provide food for a long time, there is only one condition. Become a vassal state of our country."
"What?!" He Lianqi and He Lianzheng were shocked.
They thought that the other party would have a big mouth, but they didn't expect that they would have such a big appetite.
He Lianzheng frowned and said: "The emperor of your country is very ambitious. Please change the terms, even if you cede a few cities..."
"City?" Yan Mi crossed his arms and said, "We can build the city ourselves. It doesn't matter whether you cede it or not. Our country's food is obvious to all. You don't want it, but people want it. It's just a vassal state, and we treat you very favorably."
"The regent and the emperor don't have to rush to conclusions." Yan Zhen said with a confident smile, "It's better to wait and see next year. But next year is not the price. At the beginning of the new year, our dynasty will continue to attack Sheng Kingdom. Only then will we swallow three of them.
The city is not enough."
Three cities?! He Lianqi and He Lianzheng were shocked. They had received news before that Sheng Kingdom had lost three cities and had never recovered them.
Not only has it not been recovered, it has also been built and innovated by the enemy. The news from the three cities is all good.
Food can be grown in winter, and the people can have enough food and clothing. There will be no war or fighting. It will be as beautiful as a dream.
When a person says yes, they are doubtful.
Two people said yes, and they yearned for it. When more and more people said yes, they became suspicious. Could it be that the people sent out to investigate were bribed?
The same caliber, no other explanation.
It's so unreal.
Now the people from that mysterious country are right in front of them. He Lianqi and He Lianzheng have to believe it. They will definitely be able to bring out food, lots and lots of food.
Then I thought about it, while occupying the city of Shengguo, at the same time sending people deep into the country. The plan is very big.
"I am kind to Your Majesty and cannot bear the continuation of war." Bai Shifeng looked directly at Helianzheng, "Send us to persuade your country. Why don't the Regent think carefully about how to make a choice. We are not in a hurry and will wait for your reply. Say goodbye."
The three of them turned and left together. He Lianqi and He Lianzheng looked gloomy and were speechless.
Subject country?
How is that possible!
The emperor did not give a reply. Bai Shifeng and his party were happy and at ease, as their goal was achieved and they no longer had to sell food.
They stay in the house eating and drinking every day and don't hear anything going on outside the window. Without them to sell food, the people are complaining. Seeing that the food is getting less and less, they are very worried.
Imperial Palace, Royal Study.
He Lianqi picked up the pen but didn't know what to write: "Uncle Emperor, can the people survive this winter?"
"It's hard to say." He Lianzheng looked outside, "Surviving the winter is not the end. We still have to work hungry, waiting for the grain to sprout, grow, and mature. The grain stored in the palace is a drop in the bucket for the people of the country. Qi'er, we can't Consumption."
Because we can’t afford it.
We must give an answer as soon as possible and transport food to relieve the people's danger. The subject country...if it is the people...
It seems that God is also forcing them. Heavy snowfalls continue, the temperature continues to be low, and the roads are blocked. The first batch of people to die of cold and starvation appear, most of them are old people.
The memorial clearly stated the death toll. He Lianqi's hands trembled and he shed a tear.
"Uncle Emperor." He sat down decadently, "Actually, the dependent countries are pretty good too. At least the people can survive..."
"Okay." He Lianzheng sent his bodyguard to invite Bai Shifeng and others. The other party stayed behind closed doors and refused to show up despite repeated urgings.
At the same time, a snowstorm broke out. Countless houses were crushed, people froze to death, starved to death, fell to death...
The death toll is increasing day by day. It is useless to send soldiers to clear the snow and provide disaster relief. The snow continues and does not stop.
This winter seems endless.
The guards sent word that Bai Shifeng and others still refused to meet him, saying that it was the emperor's own choice.
He Lianqi and He Lianzheng understood that the other party wanted to hurt them and let them know how wrong their original choice was. The lives of the people were a ruthless lesson to them.
He Lianqi and He Lianzheng set off and knelt in front of the courtyard of Bai Shifeng and his party in the heavy snow.
Request an interview.
The chill was biting and my fingers were frozen.
The door finally opened, and Jiang Yiyun and Jiang Yunxuan invited them into the room to talk in detail.
With the support of the guards, He Lianqi and He Lianzheng slowly stood up and walked into the courtyard.
In the hall.
Bai Shifeng and others gathered around the table to eat hot pot, which was steaming hot. Yan Mi saw them, picked up the meat slices and popped it into his mouth: "For the second negotiation, tell us your demands."
The servants brought chairs, and He Lianqi and He Lianzheng sat at the bottom.
He Lianqi clenched his fists and opened his mouth to speak.
He Lianzheng held his hand and said: "We need food. We agree to any conditions. Just say it."
"Becoming a tributary country was the price before." Bai Shifeng raised his eyes and looked at Helianzheng, "Now. If you want us to take action, unless you submit, there will no longer be Wan Ning Kingdom, only the city of our country's Yunhong Dynasty. You two.
Do you agree?"
"As long as we agree, you can transport food?" He Lianzheng stared at Bai Shifeng, "It will be there soon?"
"It will be there soon." Bai Shifeng put down the bowl and swore to the sky, "If you make a condition, we will release the food immediately."
Yan Mi interjected: "Not only that. We will also send people to help with disaster relief. After all, compatriots in the same country have different feelings."
"Okay. We agree." The regent raised his hand and "high-fived the agreement. No regrets."
Bai Shifeng wiped his mouth with a handkerchief, walked over and gave Helianzheng a high-five: "You can't go back on your promise with three palms."
After three slaps, he turned around and said: "Stop eating, get to work. Yan Mi went to gather people, and Yan Zhen released the food."
"After eating this bite, this bite." Yan Mikuang stuffed meat into his mouth, "Don't waste it."
"It can't be wasted. It's for your pet." Yan Zhen dragged Yan Mi away.
After taking Jingcheng, Yan Mi fell in love with leopards and got one as a pet. They ate and lived together, not to mention how close they were to each other. Before setting off, he was reluctant to let go and took his pet with him.
Yan Zhen and Yan Mi went about their own business.
Bai Shifeng followed He Lianqi and He Lianzheng out of the courtyard, and suddenly a gust of cold wind blew by.
Don't tell me, it's really cold. Bai Shifeng turned around and asked: "Where is the most central location in the capital? Take me there."
He Lianzheng nodded and led the way. All the way to a street, the shop doors were closed and there was no one around.
Who would want to go out on such a cold day? There was a five-story building in front of him, with a bead embedded in the roof. Bai Shifeng saw that it looked good, and he instantly spread his wings and flew up.
He Lianzheng and others were extremely surprised when they saw him stopped in mid-air. Bai Shifeng picked off the beads on the roof and punched the roof to make it dent.
Taking out the orb, he placed it carefully. After a moment, protection emitted from the inside of the orb, extending outwards.
High-rise buildings, streets, houses, city walls...
Soon, protection enveloped the entire city. The temperature warmed up and the coldness dissipated.
Bai Shifeng landed lightly on the ground and folded his wings. He Lianzheng had something to ask, but he didn't know how to ask.
"That's right. Wan Ning has surrendered, and I will report it immediately." Bai Shifeng turned around and said, "Your Majesty will be here soon, and he will be at your service."
Your Majesty is here? He Lianzheng responds.
It's hard to imagine what kind of existence His Majesty is who leads this group of people. He should be treated with caution to avoid causing trouble. Bai Shifeng and his party acted separately and placed constant-temperature orbs in each city.
The soldiers cleared the snow and cleared the roads. Yan Zhen led people to put out grains, and Wan Ning's submission would naturally bring some benefits.
There will no longer be free food. The people slowly recovered and built the collapsed houses.
Shops gradually opened, and the city became more lively. Taking advantage of the gust of wind, money was exchanged on a large scale. Copper coins were exchanged one to one, and the people were not unhappy.
There are many food shops opened on the street, and there are many different kinds of food. Years ago, the whole city was very lively.
Royal palace, main hall.
The space door opened, and Bai Shifeng led everyone to kneel down: "Welcome your Majesty. Long live your Majesty. Long live your Majesty."
A black paw stepped out, followed by a leopard's head. Zhu Qinghong sat sideways on the back of the leopard, wearing a red dress that was stunningly beautiful.
Zhu Qinghong asked them to lie flat, walked to the dragon chair and sat down. The black panther lay lazily aside, licking his paws from time to time.
"Are you two the emperor and regent of Wan Ning Kingdom?" Zhu Qinghong looked down at them, "Raise your head."
He Lianqi and He Lianzheng raised their heads, never expecting that Your Majesty is a beautiful woman. She did not expect a fierce look, but instead had a smile on her lips. She was not as oppressive as they thought, and her behavior and speech were very relaxed.
Zhu Qinghong nodded: "We happen to be short of a minister from the Ministry of Industry."
Bai Shifeng and others were shocked. They directly offered the position of Minister of Industry. They thought the offer was a bit high.
"He Lianzheng, appointed Minister of the Ministry of Industry." Zhu Qinghong said with a smile, "The pavilions in the city are exquisite, and there is no shortage of skilled craftsmen. We need your help in the construction of our country. As for He Lianqi, you are still young, so go to school first.
."
"Yes." He Lianqi was not very happy.
He is extremely talented. Although he is young, he has learned more than many adults.
He Lianzheng wanted to explain, but was interrupted by Bai Shifeng: "Your Majesty, attack Shengguo in the first year. Wan Ningguo can respond from the side."
Yan Mi glanced at Bai Shifeng. Regardless of whether Wan Ningguo took any action, Shengguo would surely perish. In a war that was destined to win, why did you recruit people to join the army?
Yan Zhen raised his eyebrows, when did he become so kind?
He actually gave Wan Ning a great contribution to the country. But he really needs the position of minister of the Ministry of Industry.
"Yes." Zhu Qinghong agreed, "There is no need to send out all the soldiers. It is enough to send a few teams to block Shengguo's retreat."
He Lianzheng took the order.
Zhu Qinghong was very interested in the architecture of Wan Ningguo and took Black Panther to visit the city.
There are many tall buildings in the city, some with three, four, or five floors in the center.
The carved beams and painted buildings are exquisite and complicated.