eurekapd Chapter 452: Two women talk, negotiations in the north!
Chapter 452: Two women talk, negotiations in the north!
The intense sound of war drums gradually faded away.
Qiao Shuwan lowered her aching arms and looked down at the city wall. A hint of joy flashed in her eyes, and then tears welled up.
Although she didn't see the figure she was most looking forward to appearing on the battlefield, he never gave up on her. His cousin came with cavalry to rescue her.
To be honest,
She had a bit of a gamble in today's battle. She had even considered how to launch a series of sniping attacks inside the city and then retreat to the palace if she was defeated outside the city.
She had never thought of abandoning the capital, because her man was at the border defending against the enemy. If she lost her retreat, not only would Daxia's prestige of more than 20 years be destroyed, but her man would also have to come back again to restore the old empire.
She is not his good wife, but from the perspective of Daxia, she is his final destination.
Either fight to the death or die in battle.
This was Qiao Shuwan’s final thought.
She was dressed in red, but the person she really wanted to welcome was Gu Jingzhi...
Only this man is worthy of being her, Qiao Shuwan's man!
……
After pacifying the army, Qiao Shuwan prepared to return to the palace first.
On the way, passing by the Xiling Marquis Mansion, she saw Chen Yu also dressed in red, but her red makeup was different from Qiao Shuwan's. It was more like the red makeup that a newlywed wife wore waiting for her husband.
"Queen Mother..."
Chen Yu bowed and looked at Qiao Shuwan, everything was said without words.
Qiao Shuwan held Chen Yu's hand and said, "Sister, everything is finally settled!"
Chen Yu curled his lips.
She hated the name of sister. Although she knew that this name was just a gesture of affection between her and Qiao Shuwan, she couldn't help but think of her own man.
This number one enchantress in the deep palace has bewitched her husband to the point of bewilderment.
Even the high walls of the palace cannot stop it.
Chen Yu looked at Qiao Shuwan and smiled faintly: "Sister, I have a few words to say to the Queen Mother!"
"..."
Queen Mother!
I suddenly feel like... I don’t know if I’m old or still young!
Qiao Shuwan tilted her head slightly, and the soldiers following behind her retreated together, leaving a large space for the two of them.
"What does my sister want to say?"
Qiao Shuwan smiled and said, "If you're asking about his news, I think my sister would be the first one to hear about him!"
Chen Yu smiled faintly: "Sister Queen Mother left the palace in a hurry, and as a woman, you have to stand on the wall. I think Your Majesty has failed to live up to your expectations after all!"
Qiao Shuwan frowned. She didn't want to mention her useless son.
Chen Yu sighed softly, "My husband was away at the battle, and I never imagined he could accomplish such a great feat. The Beili army of 500,000 was annihilated into ashes. Although I risked my life for the soldiers, it was also because of my husband's strategic planning!"
"Today, I don't see Your Majesty on the city wall, but I do see my sister. I don't know what Your Majesty will do when your husband returns."
She spoke very frankly to Qiao Shuwan, so frankly that she didn't hold back at all.
Because it is not needed.
Although Qiao Shuwan was the queen mother, she knew that as long as her man did not compete for that position, the woman in front of her would love her man terribly.
although,
This felt really bad, even though she was happy to see her man being admired.
However, you can appreciate it, but don’t always try to possess it!
What's more, this woman's son...when her husband comes back, she will have to put on a show with her son!
Qiao Shuwan naturally understood what Chen Yu meant, and she didn't hide anything. She said bluntly, "Jing Zhi not only pacified the border this time, but I think the subsequent negotiations will also win more benefits for Daxia. I think the position of Duke is a foregone conclusion!"
"As for the court..."
Qiao Shuwan hesitated for a moment, then sighed, "Let men resolve their own issues! You and I are both women, and we can't influence anything. But I can promise you, sister, that no matter what Jingzhi chooses, the Gu family will stand shoulder to shoulder with Daxia!"
"Okay, with your words, I feel relieved!"
She understood Qiao Shuwan's abilities.
This former Crown Princess, Queen, and now Queen Mother, usually seems to not interfere in anything, but she has many cards up her sleeve!
Besides, she has more than just Zhou Quan as her son!
After the two women finished their conversation, Chen Yu watched Qiao Shuwan leave, then turned around and walked into the mansion!
……
Time flies by.
Gu Jingzhi, who was in Yunzhou, had held several talks with Baili Gongshu, but both sides understood each other's thoughts and never had a serious discussion.
However, after the battle report from the capital came, Gu Jingzhi was happy!
At the same time, seeing that the capital was running smoothly, Gu Jingzhi's uneasy heart was completely relieved.
These days he has transported the last batch of food and grass to the northwest. If the court still cannot function normally, he may have to send troops himself to take back the remaining four states of Yun Kingdom.
The war has come to this point. If we just fight it, there is no point.
Gu Jingzhi's actions did not hide from Baili Gongshu at all.
Just like the negotiation between the two eight years ago, he was using the general trend to overwhelm Baili Gongshu.
Baili Gongshu naturally understood what was happening, and then he found Gu Jingzhi again. This time, the two of them really started negotiations.
"Old Baili, let's not talk about those empty words this time. Everyone knows the truth about this matter between the two countries. No matter what, you are the loser. There is no room for bargaining!"
"I, Daxia, want the land, and the compensation money must also be in place. Is that ok with you?"
Gu Jingzhi looked at Baili Gongshu and spoke bluntly.
Before the formal negotiations began, the two had actually already tested each other. There was no point in engaging in unnecessary talk now.
Baili Gongshu sighed and said, "I can only give you four states of Yun State. Calculating this way, the sixteen states that Yun State once occupied will all be returned to Daxia. Daxia's border defenses will no longer be vulnerable!"
Gu Jingzhi nodded. The Sixteen States of Yun Kingdom were originally a barrier. Once it was complete, a more solid defense line could be built with fewer troops than before.
Beili has occupied the ten states of Yun Kingdom for twenty years and has a deep understanding of this.
Gu Jingzhi said: "Then let's talk about money!"
"In order to cope with this war, our Great Xia has spent countless money and food, hundreds of thousands of soldiers have died in the battle, and the people on the border have suffered. If they are not given justice, I am afraid the border war will not stop!"
"When a country suffers, the hatred accumulated in its heart will not fade away so easily!"
"Although Daxia is not wealthy at the moment, we are not afraid of casualties in war. What do you think?"
Baili Gongshu's breathing stagnated, and he smiled bitterly and asked, "How much do you want?"
"Gold, silver, and valuables, that's equivalent to 30 million taels of silver!"
Thirty million...
Baili Gongshu murmured
Honestly, this price isn't low, but it's not that high either. It's just a one-time payment of 30 million...
“I’m afraid it’s difficult!”