Chang'an Avenue.

There are wine shops and restaurants on both sides, which is very lively.

There was a crowd of people and a lot of traffic.

A woman with a thorny hairpin and a cloth skirt, carrying a bamboo basket on her back.

There are young children with their hair tied in buns, looking innocent and lively.

There was also a peddler pushing a cart with a smile on his face.

Samuel looked at them like a curious baby.

She changed into a ruqun and her long hair fluttered in the wind.

She still exudes the scent of Laneige.

This looks more like a princess of Dafeng.

When she was in Xiliang, she often heard people mention Dafeng.

The resources are abundant and the people live and work in peace and contentment.

Not as cruel as the grassland.

They all have faces that look like they have never been bullied.

Xiliang emphasizes wolf culture.

The strong prey on the weak, and only the fittest survive.

Value the strong and healthy, and despise the old and weak.

The strong eat the fat and delicious food, and the old eat the rest.

This is completely contrary to Dafeng's culture of filial piety and brotherhood.

Because Dafeng is life, they are survival!

"Your Majesty."

"What's wrong?"

Ning Que slowed down his pace.

He was only wearing casual clothes today.

Greet the vendors from time to time.

"Are other counties in Dafeng also so prosperous?"

"About the same."

Ning Que smiled and nodded.

"During the previous emperor's time, agriculture was highly valued and commerce was suppressed."

"After Your Majesty ascended to the throne, he vigorously developed industry and commerce."

"Everywhere benefits from it and lives and works in peace and contentment."

"Without the support of national strength, how could we wage wars so repeatedly?"

Ning Que's words were half true and half false.

Of course, there are also poor areas in Dafeng.

It is impossible for everywhere to be as prosperous as Chang'an.

But he was on official business and couldn't speak casually.

It is also a good opportunity to promote the country's strength.

Intimidate Xiliang and defeat the enemy without fighting.

Emperor Feng is now clearly intent on bringing them together.

Ensure the alliance with Xiliang through marriage.

In this way, the emperor can free up his hands.

Eliminate the kings of different surnames and destroy Goguryeo!

Conquer the south and the north, conquer the east and the west!

Emperor Feng is not a king who only maintains the status quo.

He was ambitious and vowed to expand his territory.

That's why he negotiated with Xiliang.

"very nice."

Samuel whispered softly.

"We in Xiliang are in a much worse situation."

"Every winter, people die of starvation and freezing."

"I really envy you Fengren for being able to live such a good life."

Samuel turned around.

Her bright eyes stared straight at him.

Ning Que felt a little uneasy after seeing this.

What does this little wild cat want to do?

"Your Majesty, I've heard that you're very good at business."

“There are many businesses operating in various places in Dafeng.”

"Many merchants in the community call you the Merchant Saint."

"So, I want to do a business with you."

"oh?"

Ning Que immediately became interested.

He waved his hand.

Tie Niu walked forward tactfully.

Bring your family to protect them secretly.

"Tell me about it."

"In the Battle of Yumen Pass, the entire guard led by the old Prince Ning was annihilated. You must know that someone tipped off Xiliang and revealed Prince Ning's whereabouts. So, do you want to know who betrayed the old Prince Ning?"

"What do you want?"

Ning Que's demeanor suddenly changed.

Even if Samuel didn't say it, he would ask.

The eldest sister has been investigating in Xiliang for several years but has no clues.

Many people who knew the inside story have died.

It's as if someone is deliberately trying to silence me.

Xiliang also remained silent on the matter.

After all, what they admire most is warriors.

Although the old King Ning was an old enemy, he was also highly respected.

In order to get rid of him, Xiliang chose to set a trap and kill him.

This goes against Xiliang's style of doing things.

"Two conditions."

"please."

"Since the two countries have decided to trade at Jiuquan, we need to think about the distribution of benefits. Dafeng will provide 100,000 dan of grain every year to cover the expenses of the Xiliang garrison in Jiuquan. In addition, we will provide an additional 200,000 dan of grain this time."

"impossible."

Ning Que turned around indifferently.

Public is public, private is private.

If he compromises on this matter, he will be impeached.

Even Emperor Feng could not support him.

Ning Que narrowed his eyes and said calmly, "I can provide you with another 200,000 dan of grain in my personal capacity, but I can't afford to pay for the garrison every year. Besides, I don't think the princess has any clues."

"All right."

Samuel also knew when to quit.

After all, she knew very little.

Even her father knew very little.

"Then it's a deal, another 200,000 dan of grain."

"Tell me what you know first."

"Okay." Samuel also believed Ning Que and said immediately, "Although the old King Ning is my Xiliang's mortal enemy, he is also a highly respected hero. My grandfather always wanted to defeat him in a fair and square battle. Until one day, an accident occurred..."

"What?!"

"A sharp arrow was shot into the Xiliang camp, and by the time they escaped, no one was found. The arrow was attached to a piece of silk containing the old Prince Ning's marching route map and battle plan. I, Xiliang, still have that arrow. It's a three-edged sharp arrow unique to your Dafeng, with a barbed hook and the word "Gu" engraved on the tail."

“Gu?!”

Ning Que's eyes suddenly turned cold.

"Um."

"Gu Yuan, now a First-Rank General, was a lieutenant commander under Prince Ning, responsible for the rear support and baggage train. During the Battle of Yumen Pass, the 50,000 reinforcements he led were blocked at Gaoque. For twenty days, they made no progress. The old Prince Ning was trapped in Hulu Valley and eventually died. If Gu Yuan had arrived earlier, the old Prince Ning would not have died."

Ning Que's eyes turned cold.

My breathing became rapid at this moment.

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