As soon as the banquet was over, the envoys came back to pack their bags, and everyone was busy going in and out.
They came to Nanyuan this time. Some of them asked for marriage on behalf of their master's family, some came to inquire about the situation, and some of them deliberately made friends. Now that their errands were completed, it was time to go back and explain.
The stewards of Prince He Xing's Mansion walked over, giving way to those who were carrying things, giving way to those who were unable to stand, and listening to those who were gossiping. Finally, they entered one of the two quietest small buildings in the corner of the garden.
"Sir." He bowed his hands and saluted.
Mr. Chu Jiu was sitting at the tea table, seemingly drinking tea, but in fact he was in a daze.
Hearing the sound, he came back to his senses. While continuing to make tea, he asked half-heartedly: "How is it outside?"
"We are all packing our luggage and preparing to leave in two days. The Xu family is very generous and the return gifts are very generous."
Young Master Chu Jiu nodded, Nanyuan has been managed well these years, and the Xu family really does not lack this little money.
However, the generous return gift means that Xu Huan does not want to owe favors and is not easy to gain.
"I didn't expect that the Duke of Zhao would show up on the way. It's really..." Master Chu Jiu shook his head and sighed. He knew that this marriage was a popular one, but he didn't see the envoy from the Duke of Zhao when he came. He thought that the opponents were Zhao Liu and Liang.
King, who knew there was an oriole behind?
If he couldn't get this marriage, he would have to delay the establishment of the heir apparent. Thinking of the overt and secret fighting in the palace, Master Chu Jiu couldn't help but feel depressed.
The steward reassured: "Master, don't be sad. With the intervention of the false emperor, this is no longer a good marriage. It is only right for us to give up decisively."
Also, although Nanyuan's power is not small, if it confronts the false emperor because of this, the gains will outweigh the losses.
Chu Jiu Gongzi cheered up and asked: "What is the direction of each family?"
"Be cautious. For one thing, the marriage between the Yan and Xu families, plus the Dongjiang Palace, is almost half of the country. But Yan Er forced the puppet emperor to steal the marriage, and Zhao Guogong has become the leader."
Young Master Chu Jiu was thoughtful. He really never thought that things would turn out like this. The Xu family had already married into the Dongjiang Palace. He had previously thought that the Zhao Kingdom would avoid it. After all, Dongjiang was quite powerful. Who would lead the alliance?
Now it seems that both families are extremely brave.
Needless to say, Duke Zhao, the prince Li Wen is now in charge of the Dongjiang Palace. If he can make such a decision, he will have to take a high look in the future.
Alas, Hexing is the land of Zhongzhou, so it is not inferior to them. However, one of the two families has strong martial ethics and one has abundant products. On the contrary, Zhongzhou has been in war for many years and has finally been calmed down. Once these two families unite, Hexing will be unable to survive alone!
After thinking about it, Master Chu Jiu felt that he could not go out in vain, so he finally said: "Go to the other side and invite Master Zhao Sixth to come and taste tea."
The steward agreed.
However, as soon as he went out, he came back shortly: "Master, I can't invite you. Second Master Yan sent me a message."
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In the small building opposite, Mr. Zhao Liu was in a state of impatience.
Compared to Chu Jiu, he has parents above him and is favored by his grandmother, so he has a heavier temper.
This time when he came to propose marriage, the brothers made many sarcastic remarks. If it was successful and he helped his father win the heir apparent, he would be the first among his grandchildren. But now that he has failed, you can imagine how he will be laughed at when he goes back.
"Yan Er, why did you come here! The Yan and Xu families have made an appointment a long time ago. Why didn't you tell us earlier?"
The counselor who came with him knew that he was unhappy and said with a smile: "Xu Huan was probably waiting on the sidelines before. Seeing that the false emperor came out to disturb the situation, he took advantage of the opportunity and agreed to the Yan family's marriage. This is a bad thing and a good thing. The Yan and Xu families
We formed an alliance, but became a thorn in the side of the false emperor. Our family can retreat to the rear and reap the benefits. Although the young master failed to plan this marriage, he has made great contributions to the family, and the young master will definitely be happy."
After listening to his persuasion, Mr. Zhao Liu finally let go of the tension in his heart. He sat down helplessly and said, "I can only think this way. No matter how good this marriage is, it will be a loss to fight against the false emperor for it. I hope to go back to my grandfather."
Don’t blame.”
"Young Master is sensible, how can you blame me?" The counselor paused for a moment, and then said, "Young Master can do something with this, and perhaps Your Highness will be happier."
"What?"
The counselor said slowly: "The marriage between the Yan and Xu families is a foregone conclusion, and then the Nanyuan Dongjiang River in Guanzhong will become a connection."
Having said this, he dipped his fingers in tea and lightly moved them across the table.
Mr. Zhao Liu was horrified.
From south to north, there are important thoroughfares, which require soldiers and money.
"Master, look, who else can compete with them right now?"
Mr. Zhao Liu was silent for a moment and said, "We are in trouble in Zhangzhou."
Speaking of Duke Zhao, He Xing was at most concerned about his martial virtues, but Zhangzhou suffered greatly from it.
Because both families are in the west, their jurisdictions are connected. In the early years, they were evenly matched. Since the Duke of Zhao has gained power, the troops in Guanzhong have become stronger and stronger day by day, and Zhangzhou has gradually fallen behind.
Now that Guanzhong is married to Nanyuan, and even indirectly formed an alliance with Dongjiang, can the Zhao family still have fun?
"Young master, you can make some preparations in advance." The counselor raised his head and looked at the opposite side, "Hexing is an important place in Zhongzhou."
Young Master Zhao Liu had an idea. Hexing is on the side of Nanyuan, between Guanzhong and Dongjiang River. If his family can have good relations with the Prince of Hexing, he can control one or two of them.
"Come here, please invite Master Chu Jiu to come and have a little gathering." Zhao Liu paused and then changed his mind, "No, I'd better pay him a visit. It would show more sincerity."
The counselor smiled and nodded, and the two of them fixed their hair and clothes and planned to go out.
Before I even stepped out of the door, a report came from outside: "Master, Second Master Yan has sent a message."
Mr. Zhao Liu was stunned for a moment: "What?"
The counselor read the post and raised his eyebrows high: "At night? In such a hurry?"
At the birthday banquet, Yan Ling said that he wanted to make amends, but no one took his words seriously. Isn't this just a courtesy? Who would have thought that he actually invited her, and invited her on the same day, so vigorously and resolutely, it was shocking
Know what to say.
Mr. Zhao Liu was speechless for a while and couldn't help complaining: "Is this Yan Er here to show off on purpose?"
The counselor smiled and said: "Sir, this Yan Er is not as exaggerated as he seems on the surface. He ran thousands of miles to attack Balsi and was extremely brave. Moreover, he went to the capital to be a hostage, but he became the prince's confidant, and he was quite popular.
Holy grace must be very clever."
Mr. Zhao Liu understood: "His sudden banquet must have a purpose."
"Yes." The counselor agreed, "Young master, it's better to go and have a look."
Young Master Zhao Liu followed his good example and asked his servants to come in and freshen up. When it got dark, he went out to the banquet.
The waiter arrived at the door with a lantern, and happened to bump into another carriage. The man next to the carriage turned his head and looked over, and the two looked at each other.
"Brother Zhao?"
"Brother Chu?"
After a moment of stalemate, Chu Jiu first tested: "Going to a banquet?"
Zhao Liu's eyes flashed: "Brother Chu too?"
The two were silent for a moment, and both put on fake smiles: "Together?"