Tang Ao could ignore the opinions of others, but he could not ignore the opinions of future generations. If he wanted to set an example, he could not argue with his father, at least not unless it was absolutely necessary.
It was precisely because Yan Fu had seen through this that he dared to speak like this to the officials at the inn. When the matter reached the ears of Tang Ao in the palace, he knew it was time to see Yan Fu.
"How are the arrangements for the following things going?" Tang Ao first looked at Shi Lei and asked aloud. If his plan has not been completed, he will still find a way to continue it.
"Young Master, everything has been arranged, and they all expressed their willingness to support you." Shi Lei naturally knew what his young master was asking, and immediately answered happily. In the past few days, they had not had a moment of leisure, even Tang Ao
I also left early and came back late, met a lot of people, and gained a lot of popular support. Now that the overall situation is settled, it is time to implement the next plan.
"Okay, that's it. Let me inform you that Xuan Yanfu will enter the palace tomorrow." Tang Ao nodded. He still had to face what he should face. Although doing this made him a little reluctant, for the sake of the overall situation and his reputation, he still had to face it.
Some concessions have to be made.
Early the next morning, Yan Fu changed into a python robe eunuch general uniform, dressed very formally, and walked from the inn to the palace under the protection of more than 20 people.
Yan Fu had no intention of hiding his figure. As he walked across the street, Yan Fu took out his banner and displayed the ceremonial guard of Emperor Qianwen's envoy, which made him feel vigorous. This scene was also noticed by many people in the city.
What the people see.
By doing this, Yan Fu wanted to tell everyone that he, Yan Fu, was here, and that he was here on behalf of Emperor Qianwen. In this way, Tang Ao would not be able to hide it even if he wanted to, and he would have to face the choice then.
question.
Yan Fu came to Daqian Palace based on his own wishful thinking. Here he met Shi Lei and his party. They bowed calmly and welcomed Yan Fu and others into the depths of the palace.
The further inside, the fewer people were around Yan Fu. The original group of more than 20 people were blocked at several intersections, until at the end, only Yan Fu and Zhao Qingyang were left.
At that moment, in front of the last gate, Shi Lei stretched out his hand to block Zhao Qingyang, "My Highness said that there is only one person in sight, Manager Yan."
"A certain person is a deputy envoy appointed by the emperor, why can't he enter it?" Zhao Qingyang said with an unhappy look on his face while still holding his neck.
But Shi Lei didn't even look at the other person, turned around and bent towards Yan Fu and said: "Manager Yan, please come this way."
Zhao Qingyang, who was ignored, was naturally very angry, and wanted to follow him, but six Han generals had already blocked his path. Their strong physiques and murderous aura made Zhao Qingyang feel a sense of danger.
He had a feeling that if he really dared to break through, these six people would really look good on him. Killing him would not be a problem, but he could still be seriously injured.
As the saying goes, a good man doesn't suffer the consequences of his immediate loss, and Yan Fu didn't say anything. No matter how much resentment he had in his heart, he could only stand where he was, not daring to take another step forward.
Yan Fu, on the other hand, saw all this in his eyes, but he didn't feel any surprise at all. Zhao Qingyang was originally responsible for protecting his own safety, and giving him the title of deputy envoy was just a show-off. It really involved negotiating with Tang Ao.
It won't have any effect at all. "Chief Guard Shi, I need to trouble you to lead the way."
Speaking of which, Yan Fu and Shi Lei knew each other before, but the disparity in status was huge at that time. Now everything is reversed, and it seems that Yan Fu's status has become weaker.
"That's easy to say, please come over here, Manager Yan." Shi Lei chuckled and led Yan Fu towards the Nourishing Heart Hall.
Yangxin Hall was the place where Emperor Qianwen used to handle state affairs. It was still the same hall, and there were no major changes. The only difference was that the owner here had been replaced by the younger Tang Ao.
In the Hall of Cultivation of the Heart, Yan Fu stepped in and finally saw Tang Ao in a three-jeweled prince uniform. Shi Lei just stood still outside the hall without any intention of taking a step forward. Obviously he also knew what was going to happen next. He can't get involved in the matter.
"My servant Yan Fu has met His Royal Highness Prince Ji." Upon seeing Tang Ao, Yan Fu bowed and saluted.
"You're welcome, Mr. Yan, please get up." Tang Ao had a smile on his face, pointed to a set of tables and chairs that had been arranged long ago, and took a seat first.
Tang Ao did not sit on the golden dragon chair, which was a symbol of status. If he really did that, he would be easily criticized, so he specially prepared a table for the next conversation with Yan Fu. .
Yan Fu thanked him and sat down opposite Tang Ao.
Two plates of side dishes were already placed on the table, plus a pot of hero drunkenness. The two of them looked at each other with cups in hand, each smiled and drank one cup at a time.
I'm afraid no one thought that they would meet again in such an environment. Thinking of the things that happened in the past few years, they couldn't help but sigh with some emotion.
The so-called remembrance is just fleeting. When the two of them looked at each other, Yan Fu spoke first and complained. The person he complained to was the company who stopped him at the city gate. In his opinion, if you dare to block yourself even though you know your identity, you are clearly despising the imperial power and must be dealt with severely.
"Your Highness King Ji, the people below are so ignorant and must be severely punished. Please give me an explanation. When I see your Majesty later, I will have an explanation." As soon as he opened his mouth, Yan Fu said He spoke in a somewhat aggressive tone, seeming to have finalized the matter.
But who is Tang Ao, how could he casually punish an officer below because of Yan Fu's two words? Not to mention, this officer still followed his own orders and did a good job. If it was because of this And if you are punished, how will other officers view you?
Shaking his head slightly, Tang Ao also spoke, "Manager Yan, the matter is not as serious as you said. The company commander just acted according to the order. There is nothing wrong. On the contrary, there is merit. After a while, I will He will be rewarded heavily, so it’s better not to talk about this matter again.”
Tang Ao waved his hand and replied calmly.
Such a seemingly casual sentence really made a haze flash in Yan Fu's eyes when he heard it.
Originally a small company commander, he was just a centurion in the army. His life and death would not be in Yan Fu's eyes. But he still told the matter, it was nothing more than I just wanted to use this to test Tang Ao's attitude.
If he brought it up and Tang Ao dealt with this person, it would be enough to show that the other party has scruples, which would lay a good foundation for the subsequent negotiations. But now that Tang Ao has bluntly refused, isn't this right? Does this mean that his wings have hardened and he can already ignore Emperor Qianwen's holy will?
While Yan Fu was still digesting Tang Ao's answer in his mind and guessing the other party's attitude, Tang Ao spoke, "Manager Yan, you and I are both smart people, so there is no need for such small means of testing. Let's speak frankly this time. The mission here has been completed, and I also want to know, what does my father mean by sending you here?"
Tang Ao's straight to the point made Yan Fu stunned for a moment, and then he sighed in his heart. He knew that the other party had seen through his mind. Even so, he couldn't pretend to be confused, so he said it bluntly. "That's what His Majesty King Ji said, so I said it bluntly. Your Majesty, Your Majesty, is very pleased that you can lead the army to retake Daliang City. Your Majesty said, you know what King Ji is capable of." Extraordinary, now that the facts have proved everything, I am very relieved. His Majesty said that he will lead the army to Daliang City later and take over the place again; His Majesty said..."
"Okay, okay." Tang Ao raised his hand and stopped Yan Fu's long speech. "Manager Yan, I have occupied the main beam. I won it by relying on my own strength and spending real money. I just bought this place, and now my father wants to retake Daliang City with just a few words of praise. Isn't it too childish? Let's talk about your conditions."
Tang Ao was well prepared for Emperor Qianwen's desire to reoccupy Daliang City. In the eyes of many people, it seemed that whoever occupied Daliang City was the orthodoxy of the world and could use this to command the heroes of the world.
Of course, these many people do not include Tang Ao himself.
In Tang Ao's view, as long as you have enough strength, even if you are just in a corner, you may still shine and conquer the world. On the contrary, if you don't have enough strength, what can you do even if you occupy the imperial capital for a hundred years?
Just like Emperor Qianren and Emperor Qianying before them, didn't they just occupy Daliang City, but how many people in the world would obey their orders?
Therefore, in Tang Ao's eyes, the value of Daliang City is far less important, and it is even less important. If someone is willing to pay a high price, he will not mind giving up this place. Because he firmly believes that this place is given to people who have no ability. You won't be able to hold on to it, and you will eventually have to give it back to yourself.
It's just that even if Tang Ao is ready to give up on Daliang City, he still has to offer a good price. Otherwise, wouldn't it be too wasteful? Doesn't it mean that some of the previous efforts have been in vain?
Tang Ao actually said that he wanted to set the conditions himself, and joy flashed in Yan Fu's eyes.
What he was most worried about was that Tang Ao was unwilling to talk. Although it was true that in the eyes of the world, King Ji was the fourth son of Emperor Qianwen, it was also true that his son would listen to what I said. But since ancient times, the royal family There is no family affection at all, only interests and strength.