"Get up and speak!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
After the ropes on Liu Wu were untied, he dared to stand up only after Xing Bang's signal. He looked timid and was obviously afraid of Xing Bang.
Another thing that is basically certain is that Liu Li did not say much beforehand, or the two of them discussed any countermeasures.
Liu Wu had really screwed Liu Li over last time, without showing any regard for the father-son relationship at all.
It was impossible for Liu Li not to be angry. If he had more sons, he would probably want to strangle him to death.
It is also possible that this is his only son, and if he dies, his bloodline will be cut off.
Therefore, there is no doubt that Liu Li would feel compassion.
Also, the fact that he could directly tie people up also explains this problem.
Xing Bang naturally knew what was going on, so he didn't say much and asked directly, "Bei Qi asked you to come here, but what news did you bring?"
Hearing this, Liu Wu nodded and said, "Yes, the Emperor of Northern Qi has sent an order. As long as the prince can release the Great Elder, Northern Qi will withdraw its troops and give up all the remaining territory of Ye Qin."
"Also, Liu Cundao has sent people to Northern Qi to show his goodwill, and they have agreed to jointly raise an army to attack you, Your Highness."
"If the prince releases the Great Elder, Northern Qi can use the same trick against him and turn around to help the prince."
After saying that, Liu Wu lowered his head cautiously, waiting for Xing Bang's reply.
As expected, this great elder held an extraordinary status in Northern Qi.
It can be said that the sincerity that can be given is given without reservation at all.
Of course, the first one, which is to give up the remaining land of Ye Qin, is just the icing on the cake. It will all fall into Xing Bang's hands in less than three days.
Xing Bang was not surprised that Liu Cundao sent people to Northern Qi. This was also in line with common sense.
Northern Qi wanted to take back the land of Yeqin. The two sides had a common enemy, so naturally they became friends.
If Xing Bang had not captured the Great Elder of Northern Qi, Northern Qi would have no reason to refuse. Who could refuse a win-win situation?
However, Xing Bang had already anticipated such a thing, so he had been hoping that this big shot would fall into the trap.
In this way, not only could Liu Cundao's plan be crushed, but the initiative would also be completely in his hands.
Xing Bang nodded, "Northern Qi is quite sincere, I agree."
"However, when the Great Elder is released, you must follow my orders."
Hearing this, Liu Wu frowned and looked a little embarrassed, obviously worried that he would not be able to report back.
The brain is not enough!
Xing Bang then waved his hand and said, "Don't worry, go back and report. Northern Qi has no room for bargaining with me. You have already completed your mission successfully by agreeing to your request."
Of course, he said this on purpose. He believed that Liu Wu would be even more nervous when he returned than he is now, and he would reply word for word without changing anything.
Naturally, he would have to go back and convey his tough attitude.
It's a very simple thing. As long as the Great Elder of Northern Qi is in Xing Bang's hand, he will always be a sharp sword, and Northern Qi will not dare to act rashly.
Naturally, he didn't think of asking Northern Qi to help it. As long as it remained neutral, it would be fine. When it was really needed, it would only take a word from him.
"Yes, Your Majesty, I will take my leave now!"
Liu Wu nodded, then asked tentatively with some concern.
"Okay, King Zhenbei, take him down, don't make it difficult for him, send him out of the city."
Xing Bang would naturally not make things difficult for an insignificant person who was neither too many nor too few.
To put it bluntly, killing him would really dirty my hands.
Anyway, this kid won’t live long.
Liu Li hesitated a little, but didn't say much. He just nodded and took his son Liu Wu downstairs.
The reason why he tied Liu Wu here and looked like he hated him so much was actually a bit of a self-torture tactic, because he was naturally afraid that he would be strangled by the stick.
It was really snapped. It would be strange if Liu Li didn't feel heartbroken!
Moreover, after he returns, Northern Qi will not do anything to him. Even if he is a dying dog, he can still bite people with his mouth open, not to mention he is still of some use.
Xing Bang also predicted that the Northern Qi soldiers would soon withdraw from Yeqin to their southern defense line.
This is an indisputable fact. It is irresistible and unavoidable. Since Xing Bang has spoken, he will naturally fulfill this clause which can be considered as a sincere gesture.
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The next day, just as Xing Bang had expected, Liu Wu did not come again. Northern Qi sent a scout from the army to inform them that all troops would withdraw from the Yeqin border.
However, there was no response to the second clause. Presumably, the real envoy was in the military camp at the moment, and Liu Wu was just a runner.
The envoy may have had a plan before leaving Beijing, so there was no need to ask the court for instructions. Not refusing or raising the second point was already a response.
That means they will just stay in this stalemate for the time being, and Northern Qi will just have to defend their own territory.
Xing Bang naturally hoped so. As he said, as long as this lady was in his hands, the initiative would always be in his hands, and Northern Qi would never dare to act rashly.
Afterwards, Xing Bang sent troops to take over all the city defenses, and asked Liu Li to lead 100,000 troops to defend Hangu Pass, an important barrier for Ye Qin to approach Northern Qi.
Liu Li agreed without much hesitation. Guarding the important border town was actually his best option at the moment.
For Xing Bang, this was also the best opportunity to split the Zhenbei Army. The remaining hundreds of thousands of people followed his orders. Over time, by using both kindness and force, they naturally developed into his own direct troops.
On the same day, Liu Hui and Qin Bingyan also came to Yeyou City.
Basically all the preparations have been made. Qin Bingyan's coronation ceremony will be held in two days, and then the two countries will have a blood oath ceremony to signify their everlasting diplomatic relations.
In fact, all this was done to appease the people and allow Yeqin to settle down as soon as possible.
After arriving at the palace, Liu Hui whispered in Xing Bang's ear: "Uncle Xing, this aunt has been worried all the way..."
"Well, Uncle Xing Bang, my legs and feet are a little sore from sitting in the carriage, so I'm going to go over there to stretch my legs. You don't have to worry about me."
Having said that, Liu Hui turned around and left with a smile. Several eunuchs and maids around him quickly followed him. They were all brought from Yanjing City.
“This brat!”
Wu Meir didn't follow them either, obviously wanting the two of them to be alone for a while.
Xing Bang turned around, lifted Qin Bingyan's chin with one hand, and smiled slightly: "Come on, my beloved concubine, smile for me!"
Hearing this, Qin Bingyan had a smile on her face, but one could tell at a glance that she was worried. It was sweet, but there was a hint of worry in her.
Xing Bang naturally knew what was going on, and then he pulled Qin Bingyan up, "Come on, I'll take you to a place that will make you happy both physically and mentally!"
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