Chapter 174 Dowry
On the eighth day of the twelfth lunar month, the weather turned completely cold. Except for the extreme south of the world, snow has fallen more or less in the past few days.
The first trip south in Xiliang, which lasted twenty years in raising energy, ended in a failure, strictly speaking, but the entire Xiliang area did not have the gloom of defeating Jingzhou, and it was not for anything else, because the prince Bailiji defeated Nan Zhao Xin and appointed him as the king of side by side when he retreated north.
Not only in Xiliang, but in just over a dozen days, this news has spread all over the world. Everyone knows that Zhao Xuance's son was defeated by Bailiji in Shirenshan, and his entire Hu Guard was wiped out, which is shocking.
Although everyone knew that Zhao Qingyan was not like his father, but no one dared to underestimate him, the result of the Battle of Shirenshan is still unbelievable. If you don’t mention it, just talk about Zhennan Pass. After the war, Zhao Qingyan’s reputation was unmatched.
After the war, Bailiji claimed that except for dozens of cavalry fled east, all the tiger guards, including Zhao Qingyan, were killed in battle. What is puzzled is that Bailiji did not show Zhao Qingyan's head or anything else, so naturally, many versions circulated among the people.
Some say that Zhao Qingyan was not dead, some say that Bailiji chopped him into meat sauce in order to avenge his revenge, and some say that during the decisive battle, the king's personal soldiers fought to escort him out of the siege, etc., especially in Xiliang, there are countless rumors.
Just say that in an inn outside the suburbs, it was snowing outside the door and the atmosphere inside was very warm. People from all over the world discussed the battle between Jingbei and two big and thick men were foaming everywhere. They looked as if they were dressed as escorts who were traveling around the world.
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"What you said is obviously wrong. As far as I know, after the successful attack on the camp of King Side, the tiger guards, who only led less than 10,000 people, rushed to Shiren Mountain without stopping, and did not attack the north bank of Tuanhe River with Lou Jin. But as you said, the Crown Prince is not a soft persimmon. He had known that the King Side would set up an ambush, so after leaving ambush troops on the north bank of Tuanhe River, he set out to Shiren Mountain with a plan, and then he killed the King Side."
"And Tiefutu. Since the Huang Cavalry of the Northern Palace appeared in the world, there is no cavalry in the world to be an enemy. I didn't expect that our Xiliang now has the best heavy cavalry in the world. Tiefutu, the name is really good."
At this time, a man sitting in the corner smiled and said, "As far as I know, Lou Jin did not lead his troops across the Tuohe River that night, but these are not the most important. The most important thing is that the body of the King of Side Side was not found at the foot of the Shiren Mountain. If he escaped, he would definitely make a comeback. Are you too optimistic?"
Several operatives looked at him and saw that the man who was talking was a little sloppy, but his eyes were clear and he was not a vulgar person. He also had a tiger-skinned jacket, which made several operatives swallow their words. If the people who traveled around the world had no eyesight, they would have died many times.
"What this little brother said is very reasonable. Although His Highness the Crown Prince said that the king had died in battle, the military troops in Wuguan ranged from a hundred miles or even in Yongzhou and Luozhou have been frequently mobilized in the past few days. If it was not bad, they should be looking for someone."
"Brother Liu said very well. Such a big fanfare is definitely not a trivial matter. It seems that the king of shoulder to shoulder is likely not to die."
After drinking the strong wine in the bowl, the man in the corner felt that most of the chills on his body were gone. "I believe that it will be known in no time. If the king of shoulder-to-shoulder escapes, he will definitely appear in front of the world again." After that, he hugged everyone present and walked towards the second floor.
When he entered the room, the man took off his clothes and exposed the crisscrossing scars on his body, many of which were filled with new injuries.
"The king side by side...... One person is below ten thousand people, and the whole family is loyal and fierce... Haha..."
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Jinling, Taichu Palace Jinhua Hall.
The Spirit Emperor on the Nine Dragon Chair looks pretty good, and is not as weak and depressed as in the Qilin Hall that night.
"The Xuanbei Yan delegation went to the hall."
Eunuch Liu stood up and sang loudly, "Xuan, the Northern Yan State Mission is sending Bermuda to the palace to meet!"
Outside the hall, Yi Ya walked in in gorgeous clothes, raised his head and chest. The four followers behind him held up trays, covered with large red silk.
All the officials nodded secretly when they saw this. They all heard that the Prince of Northern Yan was so majestic and extraordinary. They saw this when they saw this today.
"Crown Prince Yi Ya of Northern Yan, meet His Majesty Nan Zhao." Yi Ya bowed and did not kneel down on the ground.
"Bold! Please see Your Majesty, why don't you kneel!" Eunuch Liu scolded, but he didn't expect that the Prince of Northern Yan would dare to be so rude.
"As the prince of Northern Yan and the minister of Northern Yan, Yi Ya does not belong to your country, so naturally he does not need to kneel down and worship." Yi Ya smiled gently.
Emperor Ling waved his hand and signaled that Eunuch Liu didn't need to say much, "My Southern Zhao is the orthodox country of China and a country of etiquette, but it cannot ask other countries to know what etiquette is. B, tell me what you are going to do."
"Report to Your Majesty, Ber is here to form an alliance with your country forever and never fight forever." Ber said loudly: "In order to express sincerity, I will present the treasures of your country to Your Majesty."
The four followers behind him understood and pulled the red silk down, revealing four different things.
"There are flying haze blood coral, ancient bronze phoenix glass, Yaoxian jar and Wannian Ganoderma lucidum. These four things are treasures in the country."
Emperor Ling looked at the four trays calmly, with no slight wave in his eyes, "Your country has a heart. Although you and us have fought for many years, it has also caused the people in the north and south of the Huai River to live in vain. Since your country wants to be harmonious, there is no reason to refuse in Nanzhao."
Although the court officials were not ashamed of the two northern countries, the vitality of Nan Zhao was indeed severely damaged in recent years. And just over ten days ago, the kings side by side were basically wiped out, and in the end, only a few dozen people escaped. Even the prince was not sure whether he was alive or dead, so it was reasonable that Emperor Ling agreed to form a temporary alliance with Beiyan.
"Your Majesty is indeed as far-sighted as the rumors," Yi Ya bowed again and said, "On behalf of my father and the people of Beiyan, I would like to thank Your Majesty for your Majesty."
"Don't rush to return to China. Have a few more days to spend in Jinling. I believe it is difficult for the northern part to appreciate the scenery of Jiangnan."
"Brother thanks Your Majesty for your kindness, but I still have another suggestion. I wonder if Your Majesty can agree."
Emperor Ling smiled and said, "But it's okay."
"The despise country wants to follow the example of Qin and Jin, and I beg you to be close to your country. If the royal family of the two countries is connected, I believe that the alliance will be more stable."
"Boya, I want to marry me Nan Zhao with just four playthings? Are you overestimating your abilities?" Lingdi changed his tone and his tone was not good.
"Report to Your Majesty, if you only rely on this treasure in the world, you will certainly not dare to marry a woman from your country, so Yi Ya still has a gift that you have not presented to Your Majesty." Yi Ya stared at the old face of Emperor Ling and smiled: "If your Majesty agrees, the Yinping County of Huaibei will belong to your country."
Flashes of exclamations sounded in the hall, and everyone sighed at the great work of Beiyan. Although Yinping is not a big county, it is an important fulcrum on the north bank of the Huai River. If Yinping can be taken into account again, it will be even more difficult for Beiyan to cross the Huai River. On the other hand, it will be greatly reduced in difficulty for Nan Zhao to fight the Northern Expedition.
"Why don't you talk about which girl you want to marry?"
"Report to Your Majesty, when he was young, Yi Ya was already well-known for the old king Zhao Xuance's reputation. He always wanted to see this god of war with his own eyes when he became an adult, but his luck would make people foolish people. Alas... it would be better if he didn't mention this matter. If he could become a couple with the old king's daughter, it would be the biggest regret in his life."
As soon as this said, the screams in Jinhua Palace were even more amazing than the past. I thought to myself that this kid was really brave enough to speak. Although Princess Fuyao was already old, no one in Jinling dared to make any decisions. Apart from the little witch-like temperament, she still felt that she was not worthy of the side-by-side royal palace.
"My son thinks this matter is absolutely impossible. The king will fight for the country side by side. Now his life and death are unknown. If Princess Fu Yao married Princess Fu Yan far away at this time of great sorrow, the old lady would not agree. She would not be able to bear such a blow at all." Seeing that the other party finally made such a stinky fart, Zhao Jing quickly stepped forward and refused.
"The King of Wu is such a bad statement. So what if I compromise with the royal palace for the sake of the two countries' alliance? Besides, Princess Fu Yao married Beiyan and did not enter the tiger's den. What reason does the old lady have to refuse? Moreover, the dragon head golden crutch given by Taizu back then commended the loyal and martyrdom of the royal palace, so I believe that she would agree." Zhao Xiang got such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, of course he would hold on tightly and swear to send Zhao Ling'er away so that she would never come back.
"Father! There are many unmarried women in the first-rank official's mansion in the court. Why do you need to obey the Prince of Northern Yan? If the king really sacrifices his life for the country, this funeral is a great thing before he can be done, which is really a disagreement."
Yi Ya stood there smiling and listened to the dispute, without speaking, and looked quietly at the Spirit Emperor on the Nine Dragon Chair.
I remembered the instructions of the national teacher Li Yang before leaving, and no matter what, Princess Fuyao must be brought back. As long as Zhao Qingyan is really dead in battle, she will be the last bloodline of the Zhao family. If Chen Yinshan and the Huangqi of the Northern Mansion are still in the world, they will eventually come to search.
Although Yi Ya had never seen Zhao Ling'er's appearance, rumors say that she was one of the best beauties in the Southern Zhao Kingdom. Some people said that she was so beautiful that Xiao Xixi didn't want to let her go. She had to obey Li Yang's arrangements. If the other party was really so beautiful, she would be reluctant to ask for it.
"Brother, I will give you a reply to this matter within three days. You can rest in the past few days and leave the court."
"Greatly send your Majesty!"
Zhao Jing did not stop at all and walked quickly outside the hall, but was blocked by Eunuch Liu, "Is the King of Wu going to go side by side with the royal palace?"
"Yes, what instructions does Eunuch Liu have?"
"How dare the family tell you that the zodiac sign? It's just a walk, and we'll go together."
"Go together? I wonder what happened to Eunuch Liu when he went side by side with the royal palace?"
Eunuch Liu shook his brush and said with a smile: "Your Majesty ordered the family to summon the old lady, and wanted to discuss with her. If the old lady disagrees, your Majesty will not force others. Alas... Our Majesty is really taking care of the royal palace side by side."
After hearing this, Zhao Jing seemed to have his whole body pulled away instantly. He forced himself to sit on the ground without falling and slowly walked forward. Eunuch Liu behind him was still standing in the same place and chatting endlessly. Seeing that the other party had already walked away, he quickly followed.
"Entering the palace...Entering the palace..."
Zhao Jing murmured to himself, of course he would not believe that his father was just summoning the old lady to the palace to discuss it so easily. The Prince of Northern Yan's bid was too generous. He asked himself that if he was in the position of his father, he would definitely agree to this condition, but he was Qingyan's brother.
The more I thought about it, the more anxious he became. As the beloved daughter of the old king, Zhao Ling'er would never force others on the surface, so summoning the old lady into the palace was just a cover. She must use this to threaten Zhao Ling'er and force her to agree to this marriage.
"Brother, what should I do now..."
Chapter completed!