Chapter 297 He really knows how to make trouble for himself.
When Song Zhimian heard Danna say that the Prince of Qi had sent her to find her, all sorts of thoughts flashed through her mind instantly.
Is this Dana very familiar with King Qi?
Why did the King of Qi send Dana directly to him? Is there something very important going on?
Or perhaps the relationship between Dana and King Qi had become so good that...
Song Zhimian didn't speak, but simply picked up her chopsticks, took a piece of food, and slowly put it into her mouth.
When Dana saw that Song Zhimian didn't speak, she immediately became a little anxious.
"Song Shanggong, it really is your Prince Qi who sent me to your capital to find you."
He said... he couldn't help with the problems our Kachin people were facing; there was nothing he could do. He was just a prince guarding the border.
Everything had to be decided by the Empress in the capital.
The only person the Empress can get to help us is her personal female attendant!
"That's why I've traveled all this way to the capital to pay my respects!" Dana whispered.
Song Zhimian frowned. When did she become so important that she could influence His Majesty's thoughts?
This Xiao Huaijin... he really knows how to get himself into trouble!
"Danna, let's not beat around the bush. You can tell us what brings you all the way to the capital. As for whether it will work out, that depends on His Majesty's decision."
If His Majesty doesn't agree, nothing I say will make a difference!
"Why don't you tell me your intentions first?" Song Zhimian looked at Danna.
When Dana heard Song Zhimian ask that question, she immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
Thankfully, they didn't reject me outright!
So Dana immediately looked around...
"Don't worry! It's very safe. There are people guarding the area. Only I know what you said today. No one else will know except His Majesty," Song Zhimian said with a smile.
Dana then explained what had happened to Song Zhimian.
...
Song Zhimian listened very attentively; it was almost the same as what she had said to His Majesty in the palace yesterday.
Dana came to the capital hoping to gain the protection and recognition of Dayu. Once she gained Dayu's recognition, she could establish a firm foothold in Biao Kingdom.
Another matter is that we hope the Southwest Army of Da Yu will assist us in taking over Shan State and the Bai family...
Many forces in the country are now eyeing the Kachin people with covetous intent...
If Dayu doesn't take care of the Kachin people, within three years, the Kachin people will either be annexed by Shan State or by the Bai family.
Song Zhimian didn't speak, but listened carefully to what Danna said.
At this moment, she had figured out why King Qi had sent Dana to the capital.
Firstly, he wanted to send the credit to the capital, since it would be a good thing if foreign countries came to pay homage immediately after the new emperor ascended the throne.
Secondly, it was also for the benefit of the officials in the imperial court.
His Majesty has decreed that Prince Qi can handle matters in the southwest as appropriate. Whether it is trade or the appointment and removal of officials, Ye Yunshu has given Prince Qi the greatest authority.
But Xiao Huaijin didn't want to give others something to gossip about.
Sending troops to the Biao Kingdom is such a big deal... he can't just send troops whenever he wants.
He had to let Ye Yunshu know about this!
Therefore, it seems that King Qi was not wrong to send Dana to the capital!
...
After explaining her purpose, Dana observed Song Zhimian's expression and became a little flustered when she saw that Song Zhimian remained silent for a long time.
Will I come all this way only to find I can't get anything done? Then I've come for nothing...
Furthermore, if Da Yu doesn't take care of Kachin State, then my brother and I will probably have to flee again, and we might not even have a chance to escape before those people kill us as a sacrifice to the flag...
Dana became increasingly anxious the more she thought about it.
Song Zhimian noticed all the changes in Danna's expression, but she remained calm and composed.
Just as Dana was about to speak again, Song Zhimian finally spoke.
"This matter... definitely requires His Majesty's approval, and I cannot give you an answer right now."
However, I still want to ask, Envoy Dana, what will Dayu gain from your seeking protection?
We can't exactly say that we're trying to help you two siblings by dragging Da Yu into a quagmire!
Moreover, Ambassador Dana, your purpose is certainly not limited to Kachin State!
Or perhaps you actually want to use the Great Yu to wipe out the other forces in the Biao Kingdom, but the other forces in the Biao Kingdom must be thinking the same thing.
Why can Da Yu only help you and not other forces?
Song Zhimian's meaning was very clear: she was willing to help Da Yu, but not for free!
In the past, you would praise us, saying that the Celestial Empire had placed Dayu in a high position, and then Dayu would help us restore our country or take revenge for free.
Now……
Who's going to help you if it doesn't benefit Da Yu? If you want Da Yu to take action, let's see what you can offer!
Now you are the ones who need Da Yu's help, and there are many others with the same goal as you. Da Yu will definitely help whoever offers the most benefits!
Song Zhimian's words relieved Danna. As long as there were requirements, it meant that the matter could be accomplished.
"Song Shanggong, if Dayu can protect the Kachin people, the Kachin people will be vassals of Dayu forever and pay tribute every year."
"Furthermore... the Biao Kingdom is no longer able to manage Shijie City, and earnestly requests that Dayu take over Shijie City," Dana said earnestly.
Song Zhimian's eyes narrowed immediately.
Shijie City!
Although there are troops from Dayu stationed in Shijie City, the people in charge are still from Biao Kingdom. The reason why Dayu has not sent officials there is because they are worried that the people of Biao Kingdom will transfer their hatred for the destruction of their country onto Dayu.
As for Shijie City, Dayu was merely a military garrison; they did not participate in its daily management.
Previously, the second prince of Biao Kingdom signed an agreement with the Southwest Army to cede Shijie City to Dayu, but after that, Biao Kingdom went into civil war.
Da Yu only sent troops into Shijie City, but did not send anyone to manage it.
Now that Dana has said this, it means she's completely handing over Shijie City to Dayu.
Song Zhimian thought for a while. Xiao Huaijin had written that he wanted to find an obedient person in Biao Kingdom...
The siblings, Dana and her brother, are certainly obedient, and their own strength is not great. If they want to secure their throne, they can only rely on Dayu.
The other factions all have their own agendas; if you help them here, they might turn around and bite you back...
"This matter... I must petition His Majesty! As for whether it can be accomplished, it depends on His Majesty's decision," Song Zhimian could only say.
Dana, however, was a little anxious.
"Shanggong, this matter... I urge Your Majesty to make a decision as soon as possible. The situation in Biao Kingdom is very chaotic."
If Dayu doesn't take care of the Kachin people, perhaps in less than a year... the Kachin people will cease to exist.
"Please, Lady Song, save the Kachin people!" Dana said, getting up to kneel before Song Zhimin.
Upon seeing this, Song Zhimian quickly grabbed Danna.
"What are you doing! Didn't I say I was going to petition His Majesty?"
Never mind, get up first. Actually... you just want to borrow troops! But it's not something you can just borrow whenever you want.
As for the situation your Kachin people are facing now... I have a solution, would you like to hear it? Song Zhimian lowered her voice.
Dana quickly sat up straight again.
"Song Shanggong, please speak freely!"
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