Chapter 1926: What is the third big thing?
Although he was only dressed as a guard, he was tall and handsome, and Nadab and the others had noticed him long ago.
He stood behind Ye Zheng like a mountain, exerting invisible pressure on people.
At this moment, when he walked in front of him, he gave people a feeling of being overwhelmed by a mountain.
When Nadab handed him the map, he somehow held his breath, and even his hands became lighter.
Careful.
Zhu Feng took the map and glanced at them. He then turned around and walked back to Ye Zheng, holding the map in his hands and handing it to him: "Sir, please."
Nadab, Omri and the others looked at each other, but couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
Ye Zheng felt like laughing when he saw Zhu Feng bringing the map to him, but he knew exactly what Zhu Feng was doing and simply said, "Open it and let me see."
Zhu Feng placed the map on the table in front of him and unfolded it bit by bit.
A map of the Western Regions appears before your eyes.
The map was drawn in great detail, starting from Yumen Pass where they were and ending at the location of the Parthian Empire. The countries in between, including several old Silk Road routes, were all clearly marked. Even the sweet water wells and oases were clearly marked.
What a rare map.
Zhu Feng had a blank expression on his face, but when he saw the map, his eyes lit up.
Ye Zheng also lowered his head and looked at the map in front of him very seriously. Although he knew very little about the countries in the Western Regions, from a military perspective alone, the importance of this map was unparalleled. It could also be seen that the King of Parthia really wanted to establish trade and friendship, which was why he sent such a map to them.
He said softly, "Okay."
Upon hearing his "OK," Nadab immediately asked, "Does Your Excellency also agree with the locations we requested for the opening of the port?"
“…”
At this time, Ye Zheng remembered that they donated this map mainly for the purpose of opening up ports for trade.
Looking more closely, there were indeed several points marked on the map, almost all of which were located in the Seven Guards of Guanxi adjacent to Zhu Feng.
This time, Ye Zheng did not speak immediately.
This is not something that can be agreed to in a short time, nor is it something he can decide here alone.
Even if Zhu Feng was here, he couldn't agree immediately.
At the very least, we need to go back and discuss it with the cabinet ministers before making a decision.
He glanced at Zhu Feng. At this time, Zhu Feng had spread out the map completely and retreated behind him again, with a long sword in his hand, acting like a guard should. Ye Zheng understood in his heart.
Then he said, "Special Envoy, I cannot make the final decision on this matter."
"this--"
"Although the opening of ports for trade has been approved by His Majesty himself, the specific cities to be opened must be determined after consultation."
Nada replied, "But we have come from afar. If we cannot accomplish even one thing, I am afraid our ruler will doubt your sincerity in opening the port for trade."
“…”
"I hope your Excellency will give me clear instructions."
Ye Zheng was a little embarrassed.
The other party's actions naturally had their reasons, but as the governor of Shazhou Guard, he really couldn't make a final decision on this matter, unless -
Thinking of this, he glanced back.
The real person is right behind you.
Seeing him looking at him, Zhu Feng also looked at him without saying a word.
Ye Zheng thought for a moment and said, "How about this? I'll keep this map and take a look at it. I'll discuss with everyone and decide on two locations tonight. I'll give you an answer tomorrow. What do you think?"
After hearing what Omri had said, Nadab said, “That’s fine.”
Ye Zheng looked at Zhu Feng again, his face still expressionless.
But he also knew in his heart that it would be impossible for him to complete the important matter of meeting with the Parthian envoy today and rush back to Shazhouwei in time.
But it doesn't matter.
It only takes one day, and besides, opening the port for trade is indeed very important, so one day's delay is better than another.
Nan Yan will understand.
So, when Ye Zheng asked someone to put the map away, Zhu Feng personally stepped forward, rolled up the parchment again, and put it aside.
At this point, the atmosphere in the classroom became much better.
Although their conversation was very slow and had to be relayed by Anli and Gu Yiyu, the progress of the conversation was very smooth.
Noon was approaching.
Ye Zheng, showing his hospitality, said, "It's getting late. I'm sure you're all a little tired after all this travel. Now that we've settled two things, why not take a break?"
After listening to Omri's retelling, Nadab nodded in agreement.
Ye Zheng said, "I have prepared a banquet to welcome the special envoy. Please come in."
After saying this, he ordered someone to open the door, and the group walked out of the lobby, crossed a small bridge at the back, and arrived at a spacious pavilion.
Sure enough, the banquet has been set up here.
Then everyone sat down one after another.
This banquet had naturally been prepared long ago, but at this moment, Ye Zheng sat in the main seat and glanced at Zhu Feng out of the corner of his eye. As a guard, he was still standing behind him with a serious face, with no intention of sitting down or leaving.
He really intended to finish this scene.
So Ye Zheng just treated it as normal.
On the other hand, Anli, who was sitting opposite him, stood up with a glass of wine in his hand, walked up to Zhu Feng, and said with a smile, "This guard has been standing for quite some time, he must be tired. Let me offer you a drink."
Zhu Feng just raised his eyelids.
“No need.”
"this--"
His blunt attitude was very disrespectful to both a guard and a distinguished guest.
But at this time, who can blame him for being "disrespectful".
Even the special envoy, Nadab, and several other deputy envoys seemed to hold their breath in front of him for some reason, unable to say anything. It was Ye Zheng who smoothed things over, saying, "This is our rule. Guards are not allowed to drink while on duty."
"oh……"
Omri nodded.
He said, "Your country's rules are indeed great. No wonder you were able to eliminate the Sand Bandits of Thermidor Bay, a major scourge here."
Ye Zheng smiled and said, "Let's drink."
For a while, everyone was drinking and chatting happily, which was quite pleasant.
The host and guests were all delighted with the meal, which lasted for more than an hour. By the time everyone had a rest and regained their energy and returned to the lobby, it was already 3 p.m.
Ye Zheng once again asked someone to lock the outer door.
Everyone sat down again.
This time, because of lunch, everyone's relationship became closer. In addition, the two major issues proposed by the Parthian Empire before were mainly based on cooperation, and there was no intention to make things difficult.
Both sides felt each other's sincerity and desire to make friends.
So, the atmosphere is good.
When everyone sat down, everyone had a smile on their face except Zhu Feng who had a blank expression.
Ye Zheng smiled and said, "I wonder what the third important matter your Excellency wants to discuss with us is."
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