Zhu Youxiao was traveling with his two concubines, and negotiations between Ming Dynasty and Korea were continuing.
After two days of negotiations, Li Xi probably understood the situation.
The guy in front of me, Liu Xian, looks young and kind, but he is not easy to get along with at all.
When it comes to the specific distribution of interests, this guy is very stubborn and refuses to give in at all.
Judging from the overall situation, the Ming Dynasty will gain more benefits this time, and it will be difficult for North Korea to gain too much benefit.
"Prince, I think there is one thing you don't understand." Liu Xian said with a smile.
"Then please enlighten me, Lord Liu." Li Xi said directly.
Li Xi's expression had grown serious. Perhaps what Lord Liu was going to say next would be less polite. He was already prepared, mentally pondering how to respond.
Liu Xian looked at Li Xi and said, "This incident started because your father came to see Your Majesty and told him about the situation in Korea and how the people of Korea were suffering. This is why Your Majesty wanted to attack Japan. You must understand this."
"After all, it's not easy for Your Majesty to interfere with the normal trade between the merchants of the two countries. You can't just give you the money directly, right? The annual rewards are still there, but there may not be any additional money."
"After defeating Japan, your situation will become much better. This is what His Majesty has given you."
Hearing Liu Xian say this, Li Xi's face turned a little ugly, and for a moment he couldn't find any good rebuttal.
Although what Liu Xian said was definitely not true, even if he said it was true, no one else could say anything. After all, Daming said it and did it.
"This time, the Ming Dynasty will send troops to attack Japan, and we will give you some benefits. But everything should be done in moderation. If you ask for too much, then the Ming Dynasty will simply not fight."
Liu Xian said confidently, "If that's the case, then everything your father discussed with His Majesty in Liaodong is null and void. Or do you want to do something?"
There is a hint of threat in this sentence.
Seeing that Li Xi was about to speak, Liu Xian said directly: "Don't be anxious, my lord. Just listen to what I have to say."
"The Ming Dynasty is sending a large number of troops this time, and the corresponding funds and food are enormous. Under such circumstances, if you don't get any benefits, Your Majesty will not be able to explain to the people below."
"So let's discuss this carefully. Everything should be done in moderation. Whether in life or work, we must learn to be content. Those who are greedy will not have a good ending. Prince, what do you think?"
While saying this, Liu Xian had a bright smile on his face.
However, this sentence was not said so politely, and it was a very unpleasant word for the North Korean side.
Although it is true, sometimes the truth just sounds so harsh.
Liu Xian no longer had the energy to continue arguing with the other party.
Your Majesty is waiting here, and the Royal Navy is waiting for news. If the commotion continues, Liu Xian can't guarantee how anxious they will be.
For Liu Xian, what he should do is to get this matter done as soon as possible. Procrastination is not the result he wants.
Even if military action is to be taken against Japan, it will likely be prepared this year and launched next year, and it cannot be done any sooner. Under such circumstances, preparations must be made and action must be taken as quickly as possible.
Li Xi looked at Liu Xian and said, "We are accompanying the troops this time, and we must also give an account to the people below us. If the benefits are not enough, our situation will become even more difficult. I hope that Lord Liu will obey His Majesty on our behalf. We really have no other choice, and I hope Your Majesty can understand us."
Liu Xian looked at Li Xi, his smile growing even brighter as he said, "But I think the benefits offered are more than enough, so this matter is settled. If the Crown Prince feels it's inappropriate, then there's no need to discuss it. This matter ends here, and we can go back."
"But there is one thing I want to remind you, Crown Prince. This matter was decided by His Majesty and your father. If you refuse, you will have to go back and explain it to your father. Although you are the Crown Prince, it seems that your father has more than one son."
The threatening meaning of this sentence is very clear. The Ming Dynasty can not only decide the success or failure of things, but also decide whether you can sit on the position of king in the court.
Don't take the Ming Dynasty's tolerance for granted.
Li Xi's face darkened instantly. He looked up at Liu Xian and wanted to say something, but he didn't speak.
In response to this, Liu Xian still smiled, nothing changed.
"We'll do everything Lord Liu says." Li Xi smiled and said, "We'll do whatever the Ming Dynasty says. That's settled."
"Master Liu, don't take what I just said to heart. I am the crown prince of Joseon. I want to gain more benefits for Joseon. I hope Master Liu can understand."
"I understand." Liu Xian nodded and said with a smile, "Then let's settle this matter. I will report to His Majesty immediately. In two days, His Majesty will issue an imperial decree, and our two families can begin preparations."
"Okay, okay." Li Xi agreed with a smile, and his expression was sincere.
After the two separated, their faces fell.
A hint of dissatisfaction and anger appeared on Li Xi's face, and a hint of coldness flashed in his eyes. Then he quickly returned to normal and walked out with a smile.
The smile on Liu Xian's face also disappeared, and he immediately reported the news to Zhu Youxiao.
Zhu Youxiao was in high spirits while sea fishing when he could not help but recall a poem:
"A coop, a straw hat, a small boat,
A ten-foot silk line and an inch-long hook.
A song and a bottle of wine,
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