Traveling through troubled times: Princess disguises herself as a man and becomes a soldier to earn

In the Qi Kingdom Court

The barbarian envoy raised his head with a very arrogant attitude. In his opinion, the reason why the barbarians lost was simply because the other side had magical weapons and took advantage of the loopholes.

If they, the barbarians, could also have those magical weapons, haha, when a war breaks out in the future, wouldn't they be unstoppable? As for the peace treaty, who would really take it seriously? Between countries, interests come first.

Emperor Ming, sitting on the dragon throne, looked at the arrogant envoys below, narrowed his eyes, and there was dissatisfaction in his cloudy eyes.

The voice was a little cold: "Envoy, I didn't hear you clearly. What did you say just now? Say it again."

The envoy Saye raised his lips and said with a firm look: "Your Majesty, my king said that if we want the barbarians not to invade Qi Kingdom within ten years, we need to give them 100,000 Silver Moon Swords and ten cities."

"We can't help it. The land of the barbarians is barren. If we can survive, we would not want to invade Qi. Ten years, what do you think, Your Majesty?"

When Emperor Ming heard about the Silver Moon Knife, his eyes flickered. That must be the treasure that helped him defeat the enemy so quickly this time. If he had this thing, the barbarians would not be a threat in the future.

Things must not be given away. As for cities, ten are a bit too many, but if they are given to the border areas, then it doesn't matter. The area is already poor and it is useless to give them away. It is better to give them away in exchange for ten years of peace.

The treasury is empty. Even if the barbarians are no match for them, they can't afford to fight. They need time to recuperate. Thinking of this, Emperor Ming spoke.

"Silver Moon Blade is impossible. I can give you the city, but I will decide where to give it to. If you disagree, then our two countries will continue to fight. By then, our consumption will be almost the same and we will perish together."

The envoy's face suddenly turned ugly.

subjugation?

Who wants to perish with Qiguo? Humph, just as he was about to refute, someone next to him grabbed his sleeve and gave him a look.

Sa also thought of what the eldest prince had told him before he left, and he calmed down a bit. He really couldn't continue fighting. The Qi State had the Silver Moon Sword, and the Mohist Army was cunning and would launch sneak attacks at any time.

Even if they continue to fight, they don't have much chance of winning, so it's better not to fight and use ten years to recuperate. As for the Silver Moon Sword, if Emperor Qi doesn't give it to him, he can bribe officials to secretly give it to them, and then develop it and start a war.

"Your Majesty is right. Then we will do as Your Majesty says. I wonder which ten cities we should give to the barbarians."

Emperor Ming took the map and looked at it carefully. He circled the ones he wanted to give away with a pen. Soon he found ten of them. They were all on the edge and would not pose a threat to the Qi State.

"Qinnan, Shancang, Changping, Yanmen, Yangcheng..."

When Sa Ye heard the names of these cities, his eyes rolled around. Although they were a little off the beaten track, they were close to the barbarians, making it easier to collect taxes in the future, so they were suitable.

We were defeated in the war, so it was good enough to receive ten cities, as long as there was no loss to the barbarians.

He readily agreed: "Okay, let's do as your Majesty said. The two countries should sign a contract as soon as possible so that it can be announced to the world."

Emperor Ming heaved a sigh of relief when he saw that he agreed. After fighting for so many years, it was really exhausting. It was time to stop. He nodded and said, "Xiao Dezi, go prepare paper, ink, brush and inkstone."

Half an hour later, both parties held the contract with the imperial seal and nodded with satisfaction. Sa also stood up and was about to say goodbye, but at this time, someone came to report.

"Your Majesty, the Mohist army is returning to the capital and will arrive soon."

Emperor Ming's eyes lit up, and he said with a smile: "Okay, if the envoy is not in a hurry to leave, you can stay and wait for the people from the general's mansion to arrive. We can sit down and have a meal together. We won't fight in the future, and it's a good opportunity to shake hands and make peace."

Sa also lowered his head to hide the sarcasm in his eyes and shook hands to make peace. Haha, it was a joke. They, the barbarians, never shake hands and make peace with any country. They have blood in their bones.

However, he was very interested in the rumored vicious captain, so it would be a good idea for him to stay and watch the fun.

"Yes, then you're welcome. Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness."

Emperor Qi clapped his hands and said, "Prime Minister, I leave the matter of arranging the envoys to you. Treat them well and do not neglect them."

Xue Huairen's eyes lit up and he saluted respectfully: "Yes, Your Majesty. I have lived up to Your Majesty's trust and will... entertain the envoy well."

"Well, let's retreat."

After the court session, Xue Huairen took the people to the post station and was about to leave.

Sa Ye called out, "Prime Minister, don't be in such a hurry to leave. Our two countries are not at war now, so we can have more exchanges, such as sitting down to have a meal and chat."

The two looked at each other and exchanged glances.

Xue Huairen glanced around and waved his hand: "You guys can go down, there is no need to guard this place. I want to have a drink with the envoy, please."

In the box, the two sat down. Not long after, the food came up. Sa Ye glanced at it casually and asked tentatively: "Prime Minister, your Qi Kingdom has a magical weapon like the Silver Moon Sword, why didn't you take it out before?"

"If it had been taken out earlier, perhaps the two countries wouldn't have fought for so many years. It would be great to have more peaceful days. What do you think, Prime Minister?"

"Lord Saye is right, but the true nature of this Silver Moon Blade is unknown. It was developed by the General's Mansion, so naturally only they know it."

Sa Ye took out a thick stack of banknotes from his bosom, his eyes flashing with malice: "I heard that the relationship between the Prime Minister and the General's Mansion has always been bad because his favorite second son died because the General's Mansion did not take timely action. I don't know if it is true."

Xue Huairen's face darkened and he said, "Lord Saye, please be careful with your words. This is my family affair, so I won't bother you with any more trouble."

"Oh, it's all my fault. Look at this mouth, how can I not speak so well? Come on, Prime Minister, as a token of my apology, accept these thirty thousand taels."

"Just think of this as me making friends with the Prime Minister. From now on, we are all at odds with the General's Mansion. If there is a replacement general in the future, plus the Silver Moon Sword, it will be easy for Qi State to become strong."

"Ah, it's just that their achievements are greater than their master's. This is not a joke. Now the Silver Moon Sword is in their hands. If they rebel, the Prime Minister will be the first to bear the brunt. This is what I am worried about."

Xue Huairen's eyes unconsciously fell on the banknote, and he was a little moved: "Sir, what do you need me for?"

Upon hearing this, Sa Ye raised his lips slightly and whispered, "Of course, we should train new generals and replace the General's Mansion. The Prime Minister will have peace of mind in the future. As for Qi State, with the Silver Moon Sword, any general will be invincible."

After the words were spoken, neither of them said anything, just stared at each other.

After a while, Xue Huairen laughed, his eyes narrowed slightly: "Your Excellency is right, but how to provoke His Majesty to dislike the General's Mansion requires long-term planning. If you are not careful, it will implicate me."

"Haha, that's easy. As long as the Prime Minister has any use for me, just tell me."

Xue Huairen said nothing.

Seeing him put the banknotes away, Sa felt relieved. If he could use the prime minister's hand to abolish the people in the general's mansion, it would be easier for the barbarians to occupy Qi State in the future.