"The average person can't decide on your attic?"
Zhan Taiyi leaned on the back of the chair and looked at Zhan Yuhuai standing in front of him.
The three business envoys around looked at each other.
They knew that Zhan Taiyi was from Simeng, but they didn't expect that he had such a younger brother in Siyang, the capital of the country.
Such a younger brother who was just putting makeup on his face and singing on stage.
"Usually it is reserved by Mr. Tantai, but today I heard that it was the Mianjiang Merchant Group who gave it a special exception..."
Zhan Yuhuai lowered his head and saw the scratches Zhan Taiyi had just carved on the table with a short knife, and frowned slightly.
"If Lord Tantai finds out, I'm afraid..."
Zhan Tai stood up suddenly, grabbed Zhan Yuhuai's arm, and dragged him to the corner of the room.
Obviously he didn't want the remaining three merchants to hear it.
"You are still the Tantai family's dog."
In the corner, Tai Zhan looked solemn.
Zhan Yuhuai lowered his head slightly, but could not refute.
After a while, he finally said: "If you leave, someone from the troupe will have to take care of you."
"Are you the young class leader now?"
The corners of Zhan Taiyi's mouth turned up, but he still had a cold look on his face: "What can you bring out when you sing like that?"
Zhan Yuhuai raised his head and stared: "You sing well, why don't you come back to sing!"
With a loud sound, Zhan Taiyi's knife was pressed against Zhan Yuhuai's neck.
"Don't mention this to me."
His voice was low and sullen.
Zhan Yuhuai's eyes were wide open as he looked at his brother who he hadn't seen for many years and would draw his sword after just a few words.
"Do you know who I am? I am the representative of the Mianjiang Merchant Group, and I am the Lieutenant General of Blood Harbor!"
Zhan Taiyi's voice was very low.
Zhan Yuhuai still looked at him without hiding:
"I know."
"I know, Master Tantai also knows."
"Sir, you have been taking care of the troupe since you ran away from Siyang and went to Blood Harbor seven years ago."
Zhan Taiyi used more force in his hand, and the blade drew a red mark on Zhan Yuhuai's neck.
"So what? The troupe was his dog back then, and he was his father's dog to take care of? You were his hostage and you didn't even know it!"
"Then why did you come today?!"
Zhan Yuhuai's voice was quite loud. Even on the stage, he had never used his voice like this before.
After staring at his brother blankly for a few seconds, Zhan Taiyi's hand finally relaxed slowly.
"I came to see how you were doing." He said weakly, finally letting go of his anger.
Zhan Yuhuai looked at his brother, and his heart finally softened a little.
After not seeing each other for so many years, he may have become a stranger.
The Mianjiang business group has been active in Simeng for a long time, but this is the first time they have heard about him.
"Master Tantai, he has been on the border front recently. When he comes back, you may be..."
"Aren't these two dog fathers and sons living a better life than the Dog Emperor?"
Zhan Tai turned his head and looked at the wooden table he had just carved.
"This table is stronger than the one in the palace. The one in the palace will leave marks when touched."
"As expected, His Highness invited a business group to the banquet today." Zhan Yuhuai finally had a smile on his face, "That means you don't know what to buy. There are many ritual utensils for the banquet, and there is one called water-oil wood, which does not stick to dirt. , but it’s extremely delicate and will definitely leave marks.”
"You are the only one who knows the goods..."
Zhan Taiyi was about to say something when he suddenly froze on the spot.
It will definitely leave a mark.
Will it definitely leave traces?
That paper, that cinnabar stick for writing?
Zhan Taiyi suddenly woke up.
I see!
This stupid fool is just being clever, using the table to see who will vote for who will stay!
Zhan Taiyi suddenly turned around and walked up to the three business envoys in a few steps, scanning their faces.
Zhan Yuhuai was left in the corner, completely puzzled.
The table, the damn table, for being so clever!
Then, of the four ships sailing out of Haizhou Port, Simeng will naturally know which ship to attack.
They will definitely take action.
Now, merchant ships are no longer merchant ships.
The merchant ship has become a source of tension between Xue Gang and Simeng. If Simeng refuses to spend money to buy stability, then Xue Gang will definitely take action.
If the merchant ships return safely, this country will no longer have anything to do with Simeng. When Blood Harbor attacks Simeng, it will definitely sever ties.
And Simeng was determined not to attack all four countries. They couldn't stand it.
Merchant ships that are willing to be killed and let go can show goodwill, but those who have decided to side with Blood Port will naturally not be allowed to stay.
They will definitely take action.
Zhan Taiyi's eyes swept over the three people in front of him like an eagle, and after a moment, he spread his hands.
"Everyone, Xue Gang believes in everyone's sincerity in cooperation, but we must be wary of others. If we are threatened by Si Meng this time when we leave Hong Kong, I believe that the two people who voted to stay in Si Meng and are willing to cooperate are not innocent."
"First Evolution"
The three business envoys swallowed their saliva in unison and listened to what Zhan Taiyi had to say.
"If you all vote with a clear conscience, why don't you let me set a rule? If Simeng raises his troops to threaten, those who are safe and sound will definitely not be able to escape unscathed. No one will object to this, right?"
He gritted his teeth ferociously and held the short knife in his hand.
Still not recruiting?
Still not confessing?
Do you think I don’t understand Emperor Simeng’s plot?
Okay, then I’ll tie you up together and drag you all into the deep water!
Can you afford the price of betraying Blood Harbor?
The atmosphere was as cold as ice.
After a long time, they nodded.
"Hands." Zhan Tai said concisely and concisely.
The three business envoys stretched out their hands and spread their palms. Although their faces were not full of reluctance, there seemed to be no other way.
As soon as Zhan Tai picked up the knife in his hand, he stabbed it into the hands of the three business envoys.
Zulingguo's Urat and White Eagle's Maratano were fine and could withstand the pain.
The bearded Hardan of Olimar was obviously not a strong man, and he was shivering in pain.
Shaoqing, the image of a bloody anchor was engraved on their hands.
"The rules of Blood Harbor are that traitors must give Poseidon's pets as food, and they will live in the River Styx for a long time after death, with no escape!"
Zhan Taiyi put the short sword back into its sheath and looked at the three people in front of him coldly.
Three ships sailed out of the high seas. As long as Simeng took action, the ships that were not attacked by Simeng would also be buried with them!
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In the palace.
Han Dongwen sat quietly at the table, reading the remaining memorials.
Wen Yongxing sat opposite him and remained silent for a long time.
"Your Highness's wonderful idea."
After a while, he spoke.
Han Dongwen raised his head and blinked: "What did the teacher say?"
Wen Yongxing looked at his former disciple in front of him, and said in a tired but pleased tone: "The stains on the water-oiled wood table indicate the thoughts of the merchant envoys from the four countries. His Highness's thoughts are truly something only His Highness can think of."
Only if he did this would it appear normal. If it were Taishu Pavilion, how could he have the courage to scrap such a large ritual vessel as a dining table.
If you just do this, you will inevitably be accused of being stupid, extravagant, and extravagant by people who don't know the truth.
"Students don't understand what the teacher says."
Han Dongwen lowered his head to write without looking at Wen Yongxing.
Wen Yongxing was stunned for a moment, confused.
After a while, he spoke again: "I have ordered people to dismantle the tables and chairs, so there is no need for your Highness to worry."
The meaning of these words could not be clearer. Not only did Wen Yongxing know Han Dongwen's plan, he was also willing to keep this secret for him.
Han Dongwen's pen tip hovered, and after a while, he raised his head:
"Teacher, the student is confused."
Wen Yongxing looked at Han Dongwen and said nothing.
"Since the teacher is willing to do this for the students, it is natural that they are willing to reciprocate, but I really don't understand whether the teacher is protecting Simeng or the students."
If Wen Yongxing was indeed on his side, and when Tantai asked Han Dongwen how he learned the secret of the stranger, why did Wen Yongxing help Tantai to get to the bottom of it, so that he had to move out of Prince Gao as a cover?
If he was not on his side and was only acting for Simeng's benefit, this move would be completely meaningless - even if Han Dongwen knew who wanted to leave and who wanted to stay among the four business groups, so what?
Can he come up with a reason to mobilize the troops of the Third Division just like the border?
Can he bring out enough cakes to make Sansi willing to make enemies for Simeng just like he did to the church?
Wen Yongxing looked at Han Dongwen, and after a while, he spread his hands.
"His Highness has been smart since he was young. The old ministers have seen it in their eyes and know that His Highness may be lazy sometimes, but never stupid."
"Your Highness's question is not important. Gang Chang said that as a minister, you should protect the king. Why is this?"
Han Dongwen looked at Wen Yongxing: "Only when I protect the emperor can I continue to be a minister. Otherwise, others will naturally replace me. There will be hundreds of officials in the government and the public, but there is only one king."
Before Wen Yongxing had time to speak, Han Dongwen added: "But I and Simeng should not be referred to in this way. The clothes I wear are really not useful. In Simeng, it is not that I have power with the three divisions, but the three divisions." The authority and authority are with me, so I can't think of any reason to protect you."
There is a reason, be obedient.
But Han Dongwen will not always be obedient.
Wen Yongxing smiled: "Has Your Highness ever thought that maybe Simeng is not special?"
Not special?
Han Dongwen was puzzled, and Wen Yongxing said slowly: "Your Highness, do you know when the people of Simeng hated you the most, and when did they love you the most?"
Han Dongwen pondered for a moment and said: "I'm afraid I hate you the most when the country is in war and disaster, and I love you the most when you are living and working in peace and contentment."
Wen Yongxing shook his head.
"The veteran has the courage to correct me, but it is actually completely contrary to what His Highness said."
"On a day when people live and work in peace and contentment, the so-called emperor and the so-called king are, in the eyes of the people, tax collectors, merchants who collect tribute, and government officials who arrest people."
Han Dongwen's eyes widened slightly:
"And in times of war, in their eyes, I am a savior, a soldier, a ship and ballista sect?"
"Exactly."
Wen Yongxing let out a long sigh: "Therefore, in times of peace and prosperity, all the people blame the king, but in times of war, they love and love His Highness. Your Highness must know the reason for this."
Han Dongwen was silent.
After a while, he said: "In times of peace, I want their things, but in times of war, I want to protect their lives."
Therefore, when the world is at peace, in the simple eyes of the people, the tax collectors and the government are the objects of their support and the opposite of their interests.
He was not stupid, and Wen Yongxing quickly understood.
"So, as His Highness asked before, the old ministers, or simply Taishu Pavilion and the Third Division, or simply the officials of the government and the public, whether they are protecting Simeng or His Highness, I believe His Highness also knows."
Han Dongwen nodded.
What Wen Yongxing said is not wrong. This question is meaningless and not important.
As long as Han Dongwen makes a decision that puts him on the side of Simeng's interests, protecting Simeng means protecting him, Han Dongwen.
"The Third Secretary helped His Highness capture the five cities. It can be said that he dedicated his whole life."
Wen Yongxing lowered his head slightly, showing respect.
"The five cities have been restored, and all the people have benefited and are under the jurisdiction of the three divisions. With the instructions of your highness, the power of the three divisions has been extended. Your highness can be said to be wise."
"This is the king and his ministers."
They are fighting hard and following the imperial edict. If they win, they will get benefits. If they lose, it will naturally be the foolish king in the palace who provokes the war. This is ridiculous.
But what does this have to do with being wise and foolish? If Han Dongwen asked him to return to Tantai and fight against Taka, would the National Army Department still agree?
This is the minister.
Everyone knows whether a move is good or bad, but the hand that plays the chess must be Han Dongwen.
When the chess was lost, no one expected it, and it was Han Dongwen who got scolded.
Bearing this infamy, having the power to bring out the next piece of cake, and having the freedom to find the next game of chess will be in Han Dongwen's hands.
"Students understand." Han Dongwen said.
Wen Yongxing nodded: "Your Highness, what are your instructions next?"
Han Dongwen sighed and looked back to the present: "Tomorrow the starship will set sail, and the princes of friendly countries will join the battle. Due to emotion and reason, I should fight in person."
"In seven days, it will be time to invite the immortal to celebrate the new year."
"Then we will defeat it within these seven days."
Han Dongwen looked sideways and looked at the memorial about the Blood Harbor loan that was opened during the day on the corner of the table:
"That is to say, in seven days, Simeng and Xuegang will be like fire and water. Naturally, we must do our best to avoid being attacked from both sides."
Wen Yongxing lowered his head: "What about the other countries?"
Han Dongwen pondered for a moment, raised his hand and tapped the table: "They are not required to be Blood Harbor's enemies, but they must not be Blood Harbor's allies."
