Sure enough, when the court discussed the return of the Sixteen Youyan Prefectures to the Song Dynasty, young generals such as Wanyan Nianhan and Wanyan Zongwang unanimously opposed it with extremely firm attitudes. As the crown prince, Wanyan Wu Qimai also euphemistically expressed his intention not to return the Sixteenth State of Youyan to the Song Dynasty.
Wanyan Aguda persuaded: "From a legal point of view, the Sixteen States of Youyan do belong to the Southern Dynasty; besides, we have signed a covenant with the Southern Dynasty, and the covenant clearly stipulates that the Sixteen States of Youyan belong to the Southern Dynasty. Now, the two countries of Jin and Song Dynasty, Together we conquered the Liao Dynasty. The Liao Kingdom no longer exists. The sixteen states of Youyan occupied by the Liao Kingdom were not returned to the Southern Dynasty but were instead occupied by our country. This is illegal and violates the covenant."
Wanyan Nianhan said: "Emperor Qizou, judging from the current situation, it is obvious that Jin is strong and Song is weak; they could not conquer Youzhou, but I led the Jurchen men to conquer it. Why should we return it to them?" Are we still afraid of them?"
"It's not that we're afraid of them." Wanyan Aguda said: "It involves the issue of state-to-state relations. If we occupy Youzhou and don't return it, we will violate the covenant and lose our credibility. It will only cause tension between the two countries and make it even worse. The land ignited the flames of war. The Southern Dynasties were an ancient civilized country. Although they were timid for a while, their bodies were there. They had a population of more than 10 million. With just mobilization, they could organize hundreds of soldiers and horses. This is unmatched by our Dajin. . Besides, the sixteen states of Youyan are close to the Southern Dynasty, and the Southern Dynasty has had a long-term influence on Youyan. The Han people of Youyan also have their hearts set on the Southern Dynasty. It will not be easy for us, Da Jin, to rule the Youyan area."
Wanyan Wu Qibi said: "That's not entirely the case. Great Emperor, as long as we occupy Youyan, implement a loose policy, and use Han to control Han, we can rule the Youyan area."
Wanyan Aguda's attitude towards Wanyan Wu's begging was much gentler. After Wanyan Wu Qimai expressed different opinions, Wanyan Aguda said: "Brother of the emperor! The matter is by no means that simple. Emperor Taizong Yelu Deguang of the Liao Dynasty also occupied a large area south of Youyan. In order to weaken the alien color, the Khitan The country was Liao, and it did not rule the Southern Dynasty. In the end, it had to retreat to the north, and finally died on the road. Dajin also needs to learn from the lessons of the past."
Wanyan Wu Qibuy couldn't object to what Wanyan Aguda said, so he turned around and looked at Wanyan Zongwang.
Wanyan Zongwang was the second son of Wanyan Aguda. According to the Jurchen succession rules, after Wanyan Aguda died, Wanyan Wu would be begging to succeed him. After Wanyan Wu Qimai died, Wanyan Aguda's son Wanyan Zongwang succeeded to the throne. For this reason, Wanyan Zongwang still has a great say.
When Wanyan Zongwang saw his uncle Wanyan Wu Qimai glance at him, he knew that Wanyan Wu Qimai wanted him to speak and express his opinion on not returning the territory of Youyan Sixteen Prefectures. From the perspective of Wanyan Zongwang's personal wishes, he did not want to return the territory of the Sixteen Youyan Prefectures to the Song Dynasty. Therefore, Wanyan Zongwang stood up, bowed to Wanyan Agu, and said: "I am going to tell my father. Since ancient times, the ownership of territories has been based on actual possession. The sixteen states of Youyan were obtained by Jurchen soldiers who risked their lives. How can it be returned to the Southern Dynasty? This matter will make it difficult for us to unify."
Wanyan Aguda said: "I know all what you said, but things cannot be done as you say. We Jurchens live alone, have a sparse population, and poor products. It is difficult to sustain strategically. However, we still maintain good relations with the Southern Dynasties. It’s more appropriate.”
Wanyan Wu Qimai said, and then interrupted: "Great Emperor, the Jurchens of today are no longer the Jurchens of the past. Now, we have occupied the entire territory of Khitan. How can we say that we are isolated, with a sparse population and poor products?" Barren? In the past, the Khitan had a long-term confrontation with the Southern Dynasty and was not at a disadvantage. On the contrary, the Southern Dynasty paid tribute of gold and silk to the Khitan every year. The Jurchens now are not weaker than the Southern Dynasty."
Wanyan Aguda said: "What the emperor said is true. However, there is an alliance between Jin and Song. It is not good for the Jin country to violate the alliance that has been signed."
In the main hall, Wanyan Aguda, Wanyan Wu Qimai and other Jin ministers and generals discussed the issue of the ownership of the sixteen Youyan states. Except for Wanyan Aguda who advocated the return of the sixteen Youyan states, the other ministers and generals did not agree. Until the end, no result was negotiated.
On the Song Army side, Tong Guan and Cai You received a letter from Zhao Liangsi and hurriedly ordered Wang Zhen to lead 100,000 troops and advance to the gates of Youzhou City. Following the instructions of Tong Guan and Cai You, Wang Zhen stationed his troops and horses, ordered flags to be placed all over the barracks, and war drums were beaten from time to time. He sent additional cavalry, tied branches to the horses' tails, and galloped back and forth, causing the dust to fly and making the battle look more impressive. Quite big.
After learning that the imperial troops were approaching Youzhou City, Zhao Liangsi paid a visit to Wanyan Aguda overnight.
After Zhao Liangsi met Wanyan Aguda, he showed great respect for Wanyan Aguda, but his words were full of threats. Zhao Liangsi said to Wanyan Aguda: "Your Majesty, your Majesty, I have something to say. I wonder whether I should say it or not?"
Wanyan Agu said: "The angel has something to say, but there is no harm in saying it."
Zhao Liangsi said: "The Great Emperor is here. Our alliance with your country is the result of this envoy's initiative. Over the years, my envoy has been traveling between Song and Jin Dynasties, and has had many contacts with the Great Emperor, and has established a good relationship. "
Wanyan Agu nodded and said, "What Angel said is absolutely true. Over the years, the people from the Southern Dynasties I have been most familiar with are Angels, and I myself treat Angels as friends."
"Yes, yes." Zhao Liangsi said: "So, I have to tell the truth to the great emperor."
Wanyan Agu said: "Angel just talks."
Zhao Liangsi said: "Great Emperor, the reason why our dynasty wants to sign an alliance with your country is to regain the territory of the Sixteen Youyan Prefectures that Shi Jingtang, the Taizu of the Later Jin Dynasty, ceded to the Khitan. Our dynasty is determined to win the Sixteen Youyan Prefectures. Since then, Ever since Emperor Taizu of our dynasty, we have always been worried about the territory of the Sixteen Prefectures of Youyan. Before our dynasty signed an alliance with your country, many ministers did not agree, thinking that your country is a barbaric country and not worthy of friendship. I The emperor of the dynasty strongly opposed all opinions and insisted on forming an alliance with your country, just for the sake of Youyan's homeland. Now, our dynasty has signed an alliance with your country to conquer Liao together. The Liao country collapsed, but your country occupied the sixteen states of Youyan. Territory, this is something that our court will never accept. If the issue of the Sixteen Provinces of Youyan cannot be resolved amicably, the soldiers and horses of our court will not hesitate to fight for this, no matter how high the price is, we will not hesitate. Great Emperor, This envoy heard that Privy Chaotong has led an army of 200,000 troops to Youzhou, and seeing the war break out again, this may not be the original intention of the two countries signing the alliance."
Wanyan Aguda said: "I have to report the news that your country's soldiers and horses are approaching Youzhou City. In fact, if your country insists on fighting, our country can accompany you. At the beginning, our country's soldiers and horses were only ten thousand, and it will be several times stronger. The centuries-old Khitan was defeated, and this angel saw it with his own eyes."
"Yes!" Zhao Liangsi said: "The combat effectiveness of your country's soldiers and horses is definitely not mentioned. However, when it comes to the issues involving the territory of Youyan's sixteen states, even if our country's soldiers and horses are weaker than your country's, they will fight for the territory. His attitude was resolute and there would be absolutely no hesitation. The emperor thought about it, the Central Plains dynasty had existed for more than a thousand years, and had it ever been ruled by foreigners? Yelu Deguang, Taizu of the Liao Dynasty, also occupied the Central Plains, and the final result was that how?"
"Angels don't have to use these to threaten me, Dajin." Wanyan Aguda said: "Things are not normal, and water is not permanent. It does not mean that things that did not happen before will not happen in the future. I respect the heavenly kingdom; and The covenant signed by the Heavenly Kingdom also counts. As for the return of the territory of Youyan's sixteen states, it can be resolved through negotiation. If your country uses force to force us, I will never accept it; this includes the soldiers of Dajin."
Wanyan Aguda's words were both firm and generous. The most important thing was that he affirmed that the territory of the Sixteen Youyan Prefectures could be settled through negotiation, which was tantamount to a promise to return the Sixteen Prefectures of Youyan to the Song Dynasty. With Wanyan Agu's attitude, it didn't matter whether Wanyan Agu was firm or not. Zhao Liangsi was absolutely certain that he could not blindly act aggressively in front of Wanyan Aguda, but should leave room for maneuver for Wanyan Aguda. Therefore, Zhao Liangsi said to Wanyan Aguda: "Your Majesty, Your Excellency. I am going to send troops to the Youzhou City. We are not forcing you to fight against your country, but looking for the main force of the Khitan to fight decisively. If your country is interested in negotiating to resolve the issue of the sixteen Youyan states, , our troops and horses can immediately retreat a hundred miles to the territory of Xiongzhou."
Wanyan Aguda said: "That's very good. Angel will go back first. I will give Angel an accurate answer after I discuss it with other ministers."
Zhao Liangsi heard this and thought to himself, Wanyan Aguda was the emperor of the Jin Dynasty, and he had to discuss this matter with the ministers of the DPRK. It can be seen that the opinions of other ministers of the Jin Kingdom are also very important on the issue of returning the territory of the Sixteenth Prefecture of Youyan. It may have influenced Wanyan Aguda's decision-making; if so, the trouble would be big, and now Wanyan Aguda must further strengthen his determination to return the territory of Youyan's Sixteen Prefectures to the Song Dynasty.
How can we strengthen Wanyan Aguda's determination to return the territory of Youyan's sixteen states? The best way is to provoke the general. Thinking of this, Zhao Liangsi said in a weird voice: "Thousands of hammers beat the drum, and one hammer is the final word. In our dynasty, the Holy One is supreme, and all matters are decided by the Holy One. This is not only the authority of the Holy One, but also the key to the Central Plains Dynasty for more than a thousand years." cultural inheritance. On the issue of the territory of Youyan's Sixteen Provinces, the Great Emperor still needs to negotiate with the people below. This is completely understandable to me. After all, your country has a short history, weak cultural soft power, and the Great Emperor's authority is still insufficient. It’s not enough to make a final statement. Understand, understand.”
Wanyan Agu inquired about Zhao Liangsi's words, and saw Zhao Liangsi's showmanship. He felt very unhappy, and it was inconvenient to express it, so he secretly made up his mind that at tomorrow's court meeting, Yan Yun must be negotiated. It has been decided that the sixteen states will be returned to the Southern Dynasty. Otherwise, I will lose my prestige in front of the envoys of the Southern Dynasty. After making this determination, Wanyan Aguda said to Zhao Liangsi: "The national conditions of the Jin and Song Dynasties are different, and the ways of handling things are also different. Angels, please retreat and wait for the news."
Zhao Liangsi then stood up to say goodbye and returned to the post office.
