I run a newspaper in ancient times

Dayan's only remaining princesses are the same as the prince, and there are only two princesses. When the fifth princess and her relatives went north, no one thought about how long she would live.

However, no one expected that this princess who had always been sick in the palace was still tenaciously alive, and it was not easy to wait for the opportunity to return home to visit her relatives.

The news spread to the court, which is unavoidably exciting. Sending the princess back to the country is in itself Daxia's intention to show weakness and goodwill. It seems very possible to take back the four prefectures of Yanjing without a fight.

At the beginning, Emperor Yan had to send his younger sister to another country, but at this moment, he finally felt proud.

His eyes went to Li Li, and the two brothers smiled tacitly, as if they had a tacit understanding from before.

Prime Minister Zuo looked at it indifferently, and had a panoramic view.

At the end of spring, the Great Xia Mission, which had been away for nearly three months, finally arrived in the capital.

The Ministry of Rites and Honglu Temple were ordered by the emperor to respond on their behalf.

The second prince of Daxia has passed, almost unconfident, looks elegant and polite, he is many years older than Emperor Yan, he is one of the more useful princes among the many princes, and he is extremely popular among the contenders for the throne.

He will come obviously because he has an important mission.

The fifth princess had been ordered by the queen mother to enter the harem, and he took his subjects to the hall.

"Little Wang Zhao Yu is ordered by His Majesty the Emperor of Xia to meet with His Majesty the Emperor of Yan. Long live Your Majesty." He said in a loud voice, and saluted generously to show his respect.

Emperor Yan raised his head and said in a low voice, "Pingshen."

"Thank you, Your Majesty the Emperor."

"The second prince has come from a long way and has worked hard all the way."

"Don't dare to say hard work, come along the road, only to see the ice and snow melting, spring soil sprouting, old farmers working in the fields, children playing, it is a thriving scene, this scene, no matter how much time you look at, no matter how long the journey is , is also delightful." The second prince laughed.

Dayan is located in the south, and the climate is warmer than that of summer. Although the cold wave is coming and the winter is colder and longer than usual, when spring comes, the ice and snow will gradually melt.

Taking advantage of the last momentum in late spring, the crops in the field broke through the ground, bringing the hope of a bumper harvest.

Although the impact was great, it was not a bone-shattering one. With the agricultural secretary of the household department watching closely, he could gradually recover.

And from what the second prince said, it can be seen that the disaster in Da Xia was indeed very serious.

"I heard that it snows continuously in the summer without stopping, which is rare in a hundred years."

"Exactly, I am afraid that there will be no crops in the coming year, which makes my father very worried, so Xiao Wang came here just now."

The second prince said that he took a certificate of credentials from the subordinates behind him and presented it.

Zhang Banban walked down Danbi quickly, took the letter of credence and presented it in front of Emperor Yan.

I only heard the second prince continue to say: "Xiaowang has important responsibilities, one of which is to send the concubine Yan to visit her relatives. Daxia and Dayan have been married since ancient times, which is the good of Qin and Jin. The father has always loved the empress, and I can't bear to see the day I was homesick and worried every day, so I took this opportunity to let Xiao Wang escort me back to Yan, and use my longing to restore the relationship between the two countries."

It's quite shameless to say this, it's still Daxia who has been married to the princess for half a year and then marched south. Why didn't he talk about in-laws at that time?

But politics is like this. Throwing away skin as needed is really important, but you will suffer a lot.

"What about the second one?" Prime Minister Zuo asked.

The second prince said with a smile: "During the cold wave, Dayan can still remember our country. His Majesty's special envoys came to express condolences, which really touched my father. Over the years, the two countries have had conflicts and disputes, and even fought each other. The misunderstanding is too deep, a friend in adversity sees the truth, the four states of Yanjing..."

The second prince paused for a moment, glanced lightly at the surrounding courtiers, and saw that they were all staring at him closely, couldn't help but deepened his smile, looked up at Emperor Yan and said: "If Dayan needs it, Daxia can retreat and give way."

As soon as the words fell, the hall where the needles could be heard just now seemed to have leaked, and there were whispers.

As long as the four prefectures of Yan and Jing are taken back, Dayan's country will be completely complete.

"The second prince's words are ingenious. What is called surrender? It is the land of Dayan. Why do you need Daxia to give it back? It is only accurate to return it."

Gu Rushi's hearty voice resounded in the hall, which naturally aroused countless echoes.

Scholars love to be serious, and they don't give up on major national affairs, which is especially cute.

You can't hold a fan in court, otherwise Li Li will have to shake it up and down twice. Seeing that the second prince smiled and said nothing, he asked casually: "I have the first and the second, but what about the key third?"

Reading faster than speaking, Emperor Yan frowned at the end of the book, and looked at the second prince coldly.

"Haha, this is Prince Yi, right?"

Those who can stand on this temple are high-ranking officials and important ministers. If ordinary people want to survive to this point, even if they are talented and have a strong background, they will have to live in their thirties.

Moreover, the higher the class, the higher the grade, but in this area, suddenly there was a young man with a handsome face and an extraordinary bearing. It seemed that he didn't even have a weak crown, so he was particularly conspicuous.

In the past few years, there have been wars and strife between the two countries, and there have been countless secret operations between the two countries. They are very familiar with each other's political situation.

The second prince guessed who this was right away, his eyes lit up immediately, and he couldn't help sighing: "Prince Yi's demeanor has made Xiao Wang really admire him for a long time. When I saw him today, I was astonished as a heavenly man!"

The exclamation in his eyes was not fake, anyone who saw Li Li for the first time would be surprised by his appearance, even if he was wearing a plain and loose court dress, it could not conceal the beauty of this most handsome man.

What's more, in addition to Li Li's unique face, he is also the person in power in the Great Yan Kingdom, and the addition of power, status and appearance is even more eye-catching.

Not to mention that Zuo Xiang and Marquis Wu Ning regard him as an opponent, even Daxia has studied him more than Emperor Yan who has been ostracized all the year round.

But in half a year, how can the dude prince who has risen rapidly with the help of a gossip tabloid that no one can think of be ignored.

However, Li Li just raised his hand to salute, and smiled lightly: "You're welcome." No more words.

The second prince saw that he was not enthusiastic, so he said to himself: "The third thing, as we all know, spring farming in Daxia is difficult this year, and when the autumn harvest comes, let alone taxation, it will be difficult even for the people to be self-sufficient. The father loves his son. The people, I can't bear the people to survive the cold winter and then suffer from hunger..."

When he said this, shame appeared on his face: "So... I have to have the cheek to borrow food from Dayan."

As soon as this remark came out, the official of the Dayan court next to him smiled and said: "It's really thick-skinned."

The voice was not small, and it aroused countless people who agreed with it. They all looked at the second prince with ridicule in their eyes, and even Emperor Yan raised his lips.

It turned out that when the mighty Daxia was begging Dayan in a low voice, he was happy no matter whether he borrowed it or not.

The second prince listened to these sarcasms, not angry at all, and raised his hands and arched: "Shame and shame, although face is important, but the people are the most important thing."

"It's a pity that Dayan also suffered from the cold this year, and the people's lives are difficult. Even the imperial court is tightening their belts to live, fearing that they have more energy than they want." Gu Rushi looked at Zuo Xiang and said, "Zuo Xiang, what do you think? "

"What Mr. Gu said is true." Prime Minister Zuo echoed it, and it was rare that he didn't sing the opposite.

"Where did the food come from? We don't have enough to eat. How can we borrow it?" A minister asked.

The second prince smiled wryly when he heard the words: "Oh, Xiao Wang naturally knows that Yan is not easy, but if there is a way, he would not dare to embarrass the neighboring countries! Only when we have enough food and clothing can we not think about it, and even the people can't satisfy their hunger. Not to mention the hundreds of thousands of troops in Great Xia, I am afraid that the imperial court will not be able to restrain them."

The second prince's words sounded extremely helpless, but whoever was present didn't know that this was a threat!

It's a pity that today's Dayan wasn't the first to sneer when the opposing military commander was suppressed and beaten.

"You have to ask General Fan first."

"Hey, that's not what Xiao Wang meant. Don't be angry." The second prince repeatedly denied, "Wars hurt people's lives. It's a catastrophe. If you go to war again, it will make the people have no way out. Your country's General Fan is indeed powerful. But after all, there is only one person, and it is ordinary soldiers who will fight in the end. Once the victory is won, ten thousand people will die, and one hundred thousand people will mourn, what else can there be besides blood and a cold city?"

The second prince sighed endlessly, seeing someone thinking deeply and showing an unbearable attitude, so he continued to say: "If you want Xiao Wang to say that there is this grain to fight the war, it is better to lend grain to our country to appease the people and end this war. Da Xia immediately sent it to Yan. In the four prefectures of Jing, Dayan can complete the rivers and mountains without a single soldier. Wouldn’t everyone be happy? After the crisis is over, Daxia will definitely remember Dayan’s kindness. At that time, three times the grain and silver will be returned, and a covenant will be established, and the friendship will last forever , is a beautiful thing through the ages.”

When he said this, he saluted Emperor Yan and said loudly: "Please think again, His Majesty Emperor Yan!"

It's not without reason that the second prince was able to take on the important task of Emperor Xia. He was willing to lower his figure, and he laughed at it, and he was able to borrow food from the enemy country with a penetrating tongue, which can be called a talent.

Although Li Li didn't say a few words, the way he looked at him was different.

Emperor Dayan was mediocre, and the next one hadn't been born yet, but looking at Daxia, if this succeeds, he might be a trouble in his heart.

Seeming to have the same idea as him, the second prince also looked over and couldn't help laughing: "Prince Yi has always loved the people like a son, and I hope to be accommodating."

"The second prince is asking the wrong person. This king doesn't care about these things. Naturally, the Ministry of Household Affairs can give advice on whether we can borrow it or not. It depends on our emperor whether it will be successful or not." Li Li stopped the conversation slowly. .

"It's natural." The second prince stood up with a smile after finishing speaking.

In fact, Dayan had already guessed its purpose since Daxia sent envoys.

This is sending the princess off to visit her relatives, and also returning the four prefectures of Yanjing, Daxia's attitude can be said to be low enough, and it can't be justified if she is really penniless.

Food can be borrowed, but how much is another matter.

And after the loan is borrowed, when to pay it back, whether it is more or less or not, depends on the national strength of the two countries.

The covenant is the least worth mentioning.

But don't worry, the letter of credentials has just been delivered, how can I reply so quickly.

Emperor Yan said: "Since the second prince is here, why don't you stay for a while longer, Princess Shou'an finally returned to the country, and she definitely doesn't want to go back early, prepare a banquet in the evening, and clean up the dust for the envoys, let's talk about this later. "

"Yes, Xiao Wang obeys."

Li Li immediately followed Emperor Yan's imperial driver, and asked, "Brother Emperor, are you going to Cishou Palace?"

Emperor Yan nodded: "Fifth Sister is back, I have to go and see her naturally."

"Then I'll go together."

Emperor Yan had nothing to do, but he was a little puzzled that Li Li held his head up and walked with the wind, and it was strange that he looked solemnly.

The fifth princess, named Li Xi and titled Shou An, was once the most inconspicuous of many sisters, and without any background, she naturally became the best candidate for marriage.

I thought that I should die outside the Great Wall in this life, but I didn't expect that when I came back, the fifth princess was stunned.

It's just that things are different and people are different, and the capital of the country has changed from Shangjing to here, it is indeed like a dream.

When I left, it was just the right time for cardamom, and when I returned, it was already past Taoli.The mother and concubine have passed away, and the empress dowager in the palace is a stranger, but no matter what, she is more kind than other countries.

The Empress Dowager held her hand, booing and inquiring, the Elder Princess Lin'an hugged her younger sister with red eyes and tears, expressing all her worries, and the Empress sat on the side to comfort her, the noble concubine sighed, and all the concubines echoed, Yingying Yanyan, talking The language of hometown, even if it is only on the surface, Princess Shou'an burst into tears, but she is also happy in her heart, and the melancholy between her brows can't help but dissipate.

"After finally coming back, I told the emperor to let Shou'an stay for a while longer." The queen mother looked at the sobbing fifth princess, and couldn't bear it.

No matter how cloudy and bland what Shou An said, it is not ordinary suffering to marry the old emperor as a concubine at a young age.

What's more, when Dayan was weak and sent the fifth princess out, she never thought about her life or death.

The queen said: "Exactly, even if the missions leave, let them go as much as possible. If they live enough, we will send people to escort them back."

Now that's pretty hard to say.