Chapter 935: Far and near-control sent, ask for a monthly ticket)
After the morning court, Song Huizong held another small meeting. After all, there were some things that were not suitable to be discussed in the court, such as the Xixia issue.
The independence of Xixia has always been a thorn in the heart of the Song Dynasty. In the past, Xixia was close to the Liao Dynasty, and now it is close to the Jin Dynasty. Now it does not even send anyone to the court meeting. This makes Song Huizong feel a little embarrassed, especially when the Song Dynasty had
The lifting of the salt ban on Xixia made everyone in the Song Dynasty feel as if they had been betrayed. They said solemnly: "Little Rong Di, how dare you do this? You really don't look down on me, the Song Dynasty."
Tong Guan had always been a militant faction towards Xixia, so he immediately said: "Your Majesty, Xixia dares to do this only because of the help of the Kingdom of Jin. This is a dog fighting for human power and will never be tolerated."
Cai You fanned the flames and said, "Thanks to the economic envoys, Xixia was regarded as an ally. There were many benefits to doing with them, but in the end, they were fooled by Xixia."
Wu Min also said: "Wei Chen also thought that the previous plan of economic control was a little wrong. We have already opened the salt ban to Xixia, but they actually repaid us with kindness."
As a result, all the blame was pointed at Li Qi again.
Even Cai Jing, Zhao Huan and others were reluctant to come out to help, because they also felt that Xixia's move was too unkind.
Song Huizong glanced at Li Qi and saw that the boy was still pretending to be serious and said: "Li Qi, don't you have nothing to say?"
For the Song Dynasty, their usual diplomacy was to be soft on the big northern countries, but tough on Xixia, and resolutely win over you. If you don't win, they would even have to bribe you to surrender, which is the so-called economic concession. But now the economy has
After giving in, the other party didn't seem to appreciate it, and instead intensified it. However, Li Qi had always scorned this kind of bullshit diplomacy. You don't have enough strength. Even if others bow to you, they are just coveting the money in your wallet.
This is clearly an attempt to undermine Kaizi. Instead, he hopes to win over Xixia instead of becoming hostile.
Li Qi stood up and said: "Reporting to the Emperor, I have nothing to say."
Cai You said coldly: "This cooperation was initiated by you. If something happens, you have nothing to say. It would be too irresponsible."
Li Qi laughed and asked curiously: "May I ask the British Lord, what happened?"
Cai You said: "Now that things have happened, you are still telling lies with your eyes open. Xixia has not sent envoys to pay tribute. Isn't this a big deal?"
You idiot, our Song Dynasty still has to pay tribute to the Jin Kingdom, you still have the nerve to say it here, I feel ashamed for you. Li Qidao: "This is indeed a big deal, but Xixia has already surrendered to the Jin Kingdom, do you think the Jin Kingdom will
Do they allow their ministers to pay tribute to me, the Song Dynasty? If you want to find it, you will have to find trouble with the Kingdom of Jin."
Looking for trouble with the Kingdom of Jin?
Cai Youhan came out and said with a strong tone: "Then at least they have to send someone to congratulate them. When Rong Di surrendered to the Liao Kingdom, they sent people to congratulate them every year. Since Rong Di is so ignorant and has no intention of us,
Then why do we give him so many benefits? Isn’t this a recipe for disaster?”
Raising tigers is a danger. This is what the Song Dynasty is most afraid of.
Stupid pig, we are now engaged in a diplomatic war with the Kingdom of Jin. This must have been ordered by the Kingdom of Jin. Do you think Xixia doesn't want to send people? They almost want to cry. Li Qidao: "We are cooperating with Xixia. We must not give
Please tell the British public about their interests." After that, he turned to Song Huizong and said: "Your Majesty, I think Xixia's move is harmless."
Song Huizong said: "Then tell me how harmless it is."
Li Qidao: "Xi Xia has professed its vassal status to the Song Dynasty many times in the past, but it was only on the surface, or it was an expedient measure. Deep down, they still didn't want to be a vassal, and they had always been closer to the Liao Kingdom. They kept going back and forth.
Provoking a war for the first time just illustrates one point. In this case, what's the use of asking them? Isn't this a white-eyed wolf? Now they also surrender to the Jin Kingdom, but have they really surrendered? I don't think so.
I think their hearts are more towards us today. What the Jin Kingdom can give them, except for a little bit of land, is not to fight them. And if we can give them wealth, everyone knows how to choose. I can guarantee that Xixia will never dream of it.
I want to come to the Song Dynasty, but the Jin Kingdom is still suppressing us, so I didn't send anyone."
Cai You didn't believe it: "How did you know this?"
Li Qidao: "Nowadays, there are many envoys from the western countries in the capital. The British Lord must also know that they send people to discuss money and interests. What a rare opportunity this is. If Xixia people had not died,
If you do, you will never give up such a big piece of cake. You must know that the market in the Western Regions is very important to Xixia, and in order to escape from the economic control of the Song Dynasty, Xixia did not hesitate to send troops to the west several times. The purpose is to control them and win.
With more sources of wealth, this generation is now under their control. It is precisely because of this that it has brought a lot of trouble to our Song Dynasty. He often uses this to blackmail us, the Song Dynasty, to give them more benefits. I suggest
The purpose of cooperating with Xixia is to open up the Silk Road, and the establishment of this economic summit is all due to this."
Song Huizong nodded and said: "What you said makes sense, but are we just going to ignore it?"
Li Qi smiled and said: "Your Majesty, why do you need to ask? The current foreign policy of the Song Dynasty is to value peace, and the creation of an economic summit is exactly for this purpose. Moreover, starting from next year, we can use the five-nation summit to
Silently weakening Xixia's strength."
Song Huizong said: "How to weaken it?"
Li Qidao: "The ancients had a famous strategy, which is called distant friendship and close attack. However, our Song Dynasty is currently in the recovery period and cannot attack at close range, but we can make friends far away and control the short term."
"Befriend far away and control near?"
The ministers looked at each other with confusion in their eyes.
Li Qi nodded and said: "It's very simple. It means maintaining close economic diplomacy with Byzantium, Dashi and other countries to promote the economic development of our Song Dynasty. At the same time, we can also use our economy to control Xixia, Tubo, Xizhou Uighurs and other countries.
First give enough benefits to Xixia, and then take the opportunity to strengthen the influence of the Song Dynasty in the west and other countries, so as to weaken the influence of Xixia in the west. We can also take the opportunity to gradually encroach on the Tubo vassals. As we all know, the Tubo vassal years
We have been fighting with each other for many years, and everyone is poor. I believe that no matter who they are, they are willing to live in a wealthy place. We can use food to lure them first, and then devour their land. Once we and the economy of the Western Regions
Then Xixia must rely on our Song Dynasty, and during this period we can vigorously develop the maritime transportation industry to get rid of our dependence on the Silk Road. We reduce our dependence on Xixia and strengthen Xixia's dependence on us.
The Song Dynasty relied on us, in that case, we can control him very well. This is also one of the reasons for the establishment of the Economic Summit. As for how to deal with Xixia at that time, Wei Chen said a long time ago that this is between us, the Song Dynasty and the Jin Dynasty.
If we bring Xixia into the competition between countries, we would think too highly of him."
Although Song Huizong nodded frequently, he was still unsure about paying attention. He pondered for a while and then said: "Do you have any other suggestions?"
Cai Jing sighed and said: "Reporting to the Emperor, this is all we can do now. If we fall out with Xixia again because of this, it will undoubtedly make His Highness the Crown Prince's efforts these days in vain."
There is no way, if Xixia starts to make trouble on the Silk Road again. This will undoubtedly greatly affect the exchanges between the Song Dynasty and the countries in the Western Regions, then all the negotiations this year will have no substantive effect.
At this point, Song Huizong could only consider the overall situation and said: "Even so, we cannot pretend to be indifferent to this. We must give Xixia some punishment."
Li Qi frowned and said, "I wonder what the emperor means?"
Song Huizong said: "Xixia will never be allowed to join the economic summit."
It turns out that this is it! Li Qi smiled and said: "Please rest assured, Your Majesty, even if we allow it, some countries will not agree."
Song Huizong was stunned and said: "Are you talking about the Kingdom of Jin?"
It seems that you are not stupid enough. Li Qidao: "Exactly, the Jin Kingdom is also vigorously developing its national power. How can they give up the Western Regions? So, it won't be long before they ask to join the economic summit. Since Xixia has already
If you surrender, then only one party can join as a representative, and Xixia will definitely not be able to get this qualification." Even so, he thought in his heart, did the Kingdom of Jin really ask to join? In fact, the fastest and best way is to destroy first and then replace it.
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After leaving the hall, Zhao Huan immediately found Li Qi and said: "Li Qi, now that the economic summit has been established, we will start talking about business. You have to come forward. I know nothing about business."
Li Qi smiled and said: "Your Highness, please rest assured, I will take the lead for Your Highness. When the time comes, Your Highness will just come forward and show off."
This man really understands people's thoughts. Zhao Huan chuckled: "Then it will be hard on you."
Li Qi smiled and said: "Your Highness is too polite. It is a blessing for me to be able to serve His Highness."
Farewell to Zhao Huan, Li Qi immediately went to the Commerce Bureau.
When Qin Hui saw Li Qi coming, he hurriedly greeted him and said, "My lord, the envoys from Dashi and Byzantium have just come again and want to see your lord. This is the third time. They seemed a little angry when they left. Why don't you come back?"
Under the arrangement of the official gang, I met with them. The largest craft sale this year may be from them, and they are also very interested in my Song Dynasty ship."
"It's great if you have money. Let them wait a few more days." Li Qi took a sip of tea, exhaled softly, and said, "Didn't the Korean envoy come to see me?"
Qin Hui was stunned and said, "I've been here several times."
Li Qidao: "Then why didn't you say it just now?"
Qin Hui said humbly: "Sir, Goryeo is a small country, and it is not rich. How much benefit can they bring to us?"
Li Qi put on the posture of a leader and said: "Xiao Qin, you can't do this. We can't dislike the poor and love the rich. We must treat everyone equally."
Qin Hui said: "But adults always teach us that our Commerce Bureau must put interests first."
"Did I say that?"
"Almost every time."
"Is it true?" Li Qi glanced at Qin Hui suspiciously and said, "Okay, just treat it as true. In fact, I also put interests first. You have to know that interests not only represent wealth, but also many aspects.
, Goryeo is far more important to me, the Song Dynasty, than Dashi. We must pay enough attention to it. So, tonight, you arrange for me to meet with the Goryeo envoys. In my manor in the western suburbs, tell them that this
This is a private meeting, so don’t bring too many people. Oh, the servants who are carrying the gifts can bring more people.”
Accepting bribes and being punished by adults is not a waste of life! In Qin Hui's heart, besides admiration, he still admired him.
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