Xianyang now really has a bit of the flavor of the New Year.
Everyone should be grateful for the arrival of the little prince.
Since the war began until now, the capital of the Qin State has been depressed for a long time.
The common people and the dignitaries all put up lights and decorations, hoping to make up for the regrets during the New Year.
For a moment, the city of Xianyang seemed to be "alive".
Of course, as long as the war does not end, the dark clouds gathering over this ancient city will not dissipate.
The Embroidered Uniform Guard personally sent people to convey the news of the birth of the little prince Ying Ye to Hangu Pass.
At the same time, the Emperor of Jin once again summoned the envoys of Chu to discuss the alliance between the two countries.
A few days ago, he had summoned Qu Yuan into the palace and explained to him the conditions offered by Qin.
Presumably, the recent period of time has been enough for the other party to think carefully about how to give out the chips again.
Ji Chong'er looked at Qu Yuan and Li Yuan, and slowly said, "I am the ruler of a country, not a country bumpkin. What matters to me is profit."
As soon as these words were spoken, the expressions of the latter two suddenly became a little depressed.
This is clearly an attempt to raise the price.
To be honest, the State of Chu has paid too much to attack the State of Qin.
If we continue to make efforts, even if we can conquer Qin, how long will it take to make up for the losses?
It's not worth it.
After a pause, Qu Yuan bowed and said, "Your Majesty, before this, both our two countries have announced to the world that we will form an alliance to attack Qin.
If there were any changes at this time, I'm afraid Jin would have a hard time explaining it to the world, right?"
Lin Xiangru stroked his beard and smiled, "How to explain this to the world is a problem for us in Jin.
From what the Chu envoy said, does he no longer wish to continue the alliance with Jin?"
Hearing this, Li Yuan frowned deeply and said, "Sir, it's not that our Chu State is unwilling to form an alliance, but your country is asking for too much..."
Before he could finish his words, Mao Sui interrupted him and said, "That's wrong. Our Majesty has already said that between countries, what matters is their interests.
If the benefits offered by your Chu State are far less than those offered by Qin State, why should we help you destroy Qin State?"
Li Yuan responded, "Helping our Chu State conquer Qin is not helping yourselves, is it not?"
Mao Sui said bluntly: "Qin can also help us. We don't need to rely on your Chu for help."
Now that things have come to this, Jin's intentions have become very clear.
Just want to get more benefits.
If the State of Chu cannot give it, they will break off diplomatic relations with the State of Chu at any time.
If it were a few decades ago, perhaps Jin would not be impressed by the benefits offered by Qin.
However, times are different now. We are living in a world of great contention. How can the so-called etiquette compare with interests?
After a moment, Qu Yuan slowly said, "Your Majesty, please forgive me for not being able to make the decision on this matter."
Ji Chong'er nodded and said in a deep voice, "You can discuss this with the Emperor of Chu first.
We can talk again after we have a result. Before that, I will not agree to Qin's request for peace."
"Thank you, Your Majesty. We will take our leave."
After Qu Yuan and Li Yuan left, the king and his ministers of Jin began to discuss the matter again.
The first was Ji Chong'er, who believed that the State of Chu was very likely not to offer too many benefits.
Lin Xiangru asked, "Your Majesty, if Chu cannot offer us the benefits that will please us, then are you willing to form an alliance with Qin?"
Faced with this question, Ji Chong'er seemed a little hesitant.
To be honest, no matter what interests are involved, it is a matter of the country.
As for his own best interests, it is to win a battle in a short period of time and gain some prestige.
After a pause, Ji Chong'er said seriously, "Everything I do is for the Jin State. As long as it is beneficial to our Great Jin State, I will form an alliance with it."
After the emperor expressed his position, the officials of Jin had an idea in their minds.
When Qu Yuan and others returned to their residence, they planned to report what had happened to the court.
He said to Li Yuan, "I am the chief envoy and cannot leave Jin easily. I would like to trouble you to return to your country."
Hearing this, the latter bowed and said, "Please rest assured, Your Majesty, I will report everything that happened here to Your Majesty in detail. Please make the decision, Your Majesty."
Li Yuan nodded and said, "Also, tell His Majesty that no matter what, the alliance with Jin must not be abandoned.
Otherwise, from now on, Qin will truly be superior to our Chu."
"I understand."
Li Yuan said firmly.
A few days later.
Cai Jing received a letter from Li Yuan via carrier pigeon and got a general idea of the situation in Jin State's journey to the capital.
He quickly called Cao Cao and others to go to Xuanzheng Hall to discuss matters.
After everyone saw Daji, Cai Jing bowed slightly and said, "Your Majesty, Li Yuan's return to Chu is enough to prove that Jin is tempted by the conditions we offer."
Cao Cao echoed, "With such generous offers, it would be strange if Jin were not tempted. It's time to use Li Yuan as a chess piece."
Daji nodded and said, "Let Prime Minister Cai handle this matter. We must have Li Yuan find ways to alienate the states of Jin and Chu.
After the matter is accomplished, the Great Qin will promise to make him a marquis of ten thousand households and guarantee him a life of wealth and glory."
Cai Jing bowed solemnly and said, "Yes, I will contact Li Yuan right away."
Daji looked at Zhuge Liang and asked, "Sir, is it okay to have Guo Kai contact the various clans in Jin?"
Hearing this, the latter shook his head and responded, "Your Majesty, now is not the right time. We must see what the next move of the Chu State will be."
The former nodded and said, "I never thought that one day, Li Yuan, a chess piece, would play such a crucial role.
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