The land of Zhang Tai Fengyue is a paradise for men, but it is also a place where conspiracy and darkness breed.
It was nightfall when the carriage arrived at Pingkangfang. Li Qin got off the carriage and looked up at the brothel plaque in front of him.
This brothel is the most luxurious in Pingkangfang. Both the decoration and the girls are the best in Pingkangfang. Of course, it is also the most expensive.
Li Qinzai said there was no pressure because tonight was Zan Xiruo’s treat.
With the kind of person Li Qinzai is, it is impossible for him to easily invite others to visit a brothel. After all, Duke Li's current status means that no matter where money is needed, he basically does not need to spend money.
Perhaps this is one of the reasons why men are obsessed with power.
Feng Su came over and whispered in his ear, praising Xiruo for not arriving yet.
Li Qinzai frowned: "I'm not even willing to entertain guests. Could it be that he plans to treat me to prostitution for free?"
Just as he was about to walk into the brothel, a passerby in casual robes walked up from a distance. When he got closer, he saw that it was Song Sen.
Song Sen saluted Li Qinzai with a smile, and then whispered: "Mr. Li, Your Majesty has received your secret report. Your Majesty asked your officer to ask you, are you sure that the Golden Teeth Department will be included in the territory of the Tang Dynasty?"
Li Qinzai rolled his eyes and said, "How do I know if I'm sure? I won't know until I do it. If I can predict everything, wouldn't I be a god?"
After Zan Xiruo left the Li family yesterday, Li Qinzai immediately sent a secret memorial to Tai Chi Palace.
Tubo, the Tang Dynasty, and the Golden Tooth Ministry have formed a delicate balance pattern over the years. Now if there are obvious signs of compromise, then the situation in the southwest of the Tang Dynasty must be broken. If the Tang Dynasty can collect the Jin The tooth part is to drop a piece at the key point of the chessboard, and the benefits are endless.
Li Zhi was immediately overjoyed after reading the secret memorial. As an emperor who was not mediocre, Li Zhi certainly understood the importance of the geographical location of the Golden Teeth Department to the Tang Dynasty. In the past, the Jin Teeth Department had Tibetan support behind it, and the Tang Dynasty wanted to Considering the overall situation, it is inconvenient to attack the Golden Teeth Department.
And this also fueled the arrogance of the Golden Tooth Department, so they played both sides, wandering between Tubo and Tang Dynasty, benefiting from both sides. At the same time, their attitudes towards Datang and Tubo were sometimes attached and sometimes rebellious, but Datang was helpless.
Now that Lu Dongzan has passed away, the political situation in the Tubo court is unstable. The new prime minister cannot withstand the pressure of the Tang Dynasty's military front, and there are obvious signs of giving up the Golden Teeth Department.
It would be a great incompetence for Li Zhi not to seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Song Sen chuckled and said: "Your Majesty said, no matter whether Duke Li is sure or not, the imperial court will fully assist Duke Li in this matter. If it can succeed, it will be a great success for generations. If it cannot succeed, the Tang Dynasty will not be able to survive." If there is any loss, Your Majesty said, please give Duke Li a try."
Li Qinzai nodded and said: "I'll give it a try. If it doesn't work out, Datang will indeed not lose anything, and I can still spend one night in vain..."
Song Sen lowered his voice and said: "His Majesty ordered Baiqisi to fully assist Duke Li. I wonder if Duke Li needs Baiqisi's services for anything?"
Li Qinzai said without hesitation: "Yes."
"Jun Gong Li, just ask."
"Baiqisi paid me the bill for visiting the brothel tonight."
Song Sen's face froze: "Ah this..."
Li Qinzai glanced at him and said, "Looking at you, you look like you are mourning your concubine. Wouldn't it be so painful for a mother-in-law to remarry? Forget it, I'm just kidding you."
Song Sen breathed a sigh of relief and said with a wry smile: "Mr. Li, don't make such jokes anymore. Baiqisi is very poor. I almost had a stroke just now..."
"There is indeed something serious that requires Baiqisi's cooperation." Li Qinzai said.
"You can tell me everything except money."
"Let the Yushitai, Yongzhou Governor's Office, and Wannian County Government be prepared..." Li Qinzai whispered a few words. Song Sen understood, clasped his fists and saluted, then turned and left, his figure blending into the boundless night.
After arranging everything, Li Qinzai straightened his clothes and walked into the brothel proudly.
Zhike came forward and was about to speak, but Feng Su blocked him with an expressionless face, and coldly asked Zhike to arrange a pavilion.
Zhike saw that Li Qinzai was of extraordinary magnanimity and had many followers, so he knew that he was a big shot, so he hurriedly greeted him attentively.
Li Qinzai is dressed in a moon-white gown, has a face as beautiful as a crown jewel, and is dressed like a romantic young man. He is a perfect match for the extravagant atmosphere of the brothel. At first glance, he looks like an old man.
After entering the door and going upstairs, into the attic, Li Qinzai sat down cross-legged.
Not long after, Zan Xiruo finally arrived.
Zan Xiruo didn't bother to wipe the sweat from his forehead, and apologized profusely when they met. Li Qinzai smiled very generously.
You must be polite to those who treat you. This is the most basic social etiquette.
Zan Xiruo was obviously a frequent visitor to the brothel. After entering the pavilion, he knew his way around. He called Zhike and ordered a few beautiful girls to come in and a small music troupe to make some noise in the pavilion.
After the food and wine were served, the guests and hosts greeted each other and exchanged polite greetings.
A young and beautiful girl sat aside, pouring wine with her slender hands, carrying dishes for the distinguished guests, and served the two of them attentively.
After drinking for three rounds, Zan Xiruo put down the wine cup and finally got down to business.
"Jun Gong Li, regarding the Golden Tooth Department..."
Li Qinzai said with a smile: "I would like to hear from you the great minister."
Zan Xiruo pondered for a moment and said in a low voice: "The Golden Tooth Department is our southern barrier to Tibet, so it is really inconvenient to hand it over... Besides, the Golden Tooth Department has always been on both sides of snakes and rats, and the wind blows it to both sides. If the Tang Dynasty takes it, I’m afraid there will be chaos.”
Li Qinzai's expression remained unchanged and he said calmly: "So, the Prime Minister's decision is not to give it?"
Zan Xiruo smiled bitterly and said: "The foreign minister personally wants to give it, but this matter cannot be decided by me alone. I have Zanpu above Tubo and subjects below me. I just took over as prime minister, and Ruo easily gave the Golden Tooth Department to him." When the Tang Dynasty returns to Tubo in the future, how can it face its rulers, ministers and people?"
Li Qinzai gradually understood.
The meaning of the words was rejection, but there was room for it. He heard the key words and praised Xiruo. From his personal point of view, he was actually willing to give it.
This sentence is the key. As for how to explain to the emperor and his ministers later, it is pure nonsense.
In fact, what Zan Xiruo meant was that the Golden Teeth Department could give it, but Datang would need to pay for the benefits.
The benefits that Zan Xiruo hoped for were not that the two countries would never fight at war, but something more practical, such as border trade, such as exchanging a less important territory for the Golden Teeth Department, etc.
In negotiations between the two countries, of course, the price is high and the money is paid back on the ground.
Li Qinzai's expression remained unchanged and he smiled faintly: "If the Tang Dynasty is bound to win the Golden Tooth Department, I wonder how Tubo will choose?"
Zan Xiruo's expression changed and he said: "The Tang army is unrivaled in the world, but your country's main forces are now concentrated on the Haidong Peninsula, and your soldiers are also tired for a long time. If you want to take the Golden Teeth Department immediately, I'm afraid it will be difficult." Isn’t it that easy?”
"Foreign minister, I have to say something outrageous. The emperor of the Tang Dynasty has been fighting for years. Isn't he afraid that the people will be resentful and the country will be in turmoil?"
