After hearing Heda's words, Zhao Tai knew the signal he had sent to Jin Guo, and Heda understood it.
This made Zhao Tai quite happy. Heda came over and took the initiative to raise the matter, which meant that Heda wanted to compromise and Zhao Tai took the initiative.
Zhao Tai smiled and said: "I went to Shandong and failed to regain the lost territory for the imperial court. How can I get the reward of a marquis for nothing!"
Heda took Zhao Tai's hand and spoke earnestly and sincerely, "You can't say that. Guorui, you contained Mongolia this time and maintained the union of Jin and Song Dynasties. How could the imperial court not reward you? If you are a meritorious official like Guorui, , but can’t get a reward, how can an aspiring person be willing to work for Dajin? Wouldn’t it make the heroes feel cold?”
Zhao Tai glanced at Heda and thought that it was a bit late for him to say this. If he had said it earlier, he might have been able to deceive him for a while longer.
Zhao Tai originally wanted the Kingdom of Jin to give him some benefits. Seeing what Heda said, he asked for a reward, so he borrowed Poxia's donkey.
"Haha~" Zhao Tai said with a smile: "Listening to what the marshal said, the official seems to have thought poorly."
Heda hurriedly said: "Isn't that right? A loyal minister like Guorui cannot be convinced by the court if the court does not reward him. You should consider the court!"
"Then I'll think about it again!" Zhao Tai nodded slightly, "Marshal, let's talk inside!"
When Zhao Tai saw that Heda wanted to reward him, he turned aside and invited Heda in.
When the next group of people walked into the living room, a group of subordinates following Zhao Tai listened to the conversation between the two and admired Zhao Tai.
They were originally worried that Zhao Tai's refusal of the Jin court's reward would anger the Jin emperor, but they didn't expect that when their husband refused, the Jin government rushed to reward him.
Everyone thought that if their husband was promoted to a high position, they would also be able to take advantage of it, and their faces showed joy.
At this time, Zhao Taiheda entered the house and sat down in the hall. Zhao Tai asked people to serve refreshments and said proactively: "The marshal's words just now are reasonable to me. I really shouldn't refuse the imperial court's reward! However, I have not done anything for the imperial court." If you regain the lost territory, you will be rewarded by the marquis, and even the lower officials will think it is inappropriate!"
Heda knew that Zhao Tai looked down on the honorary title of Marquis, so he could only say: "I wonder how Guorui thinks the court should reward him?"
It's a bit outrageous that the imperial court should ask the recipients' opinions on how to award rewards, but everyone present now feels that there is no problem.
"I want to regain the lost territory for the imperial court, but now I only have jurisdiction over one county. I have no soldiers and no land, so it is difficult to realize my ambition." Zhao Tai said in a deep voice: "I think the Marquis can wait for me to regain Shandong. We can reward them later, give them to Jiedushi now, and then give Suzhou and Sizhou to lower officials to control them."
Heda was about to take a sip of tea when he almost choked when he heard this and quickly put down the teacup.
Seeing this, Zhao Tai asked: "Marshal, what are you doing?"
Heda waved his hands and secretly cursed Zhao Tai for his big appetite. Now the Jin Kingdom only has the land of Henan, and there are only a few states in his hands.
This Zhao Tai has a huge appetite. He wants two states with his mouth open, and he also wants to be a military governor.
However, Zhao Tai proposed conditions, and Heda did not dare to refuse now, so he could only wave his hand, "It's okay, it's okay!"
Zhao Taixiao asked: "Marshal, does Meng Lang think of this proposal of a humble position?"
"It's not Meng Lang, it's just right!" Heda said quickly: "It is also a good thing for the court to let capable officials like Guorui govern the prefectures and counties!"
Zhao Tai sighed in his heart that it would be better to be a warlord, "I thought it would make things difficult for the marshal if I was not an official."
Heda could only force a smile, "How could it be? I already know Guorui's thoughts, and I will convey them to the court later and give you a new reward!"
Zhao Tai nodded with satisfaction, and then said: "This time Lord Hengshang also made great achievements. The marshal cannot forget him."
The corner of Heda's mouth twitched, Zhao Tai just wanted two states for himself, and he even opened his mouth to ask for it for Wu Xian. He was really pushing the envelope.
Zhao Taiti's words had at least two purposes.
The first is to seek benefits for Wu Xian. After Wu Xian knows about it, he will naturally be grateful to himself.
The second point is more sinister. He strives for benefits for Wuxian. In the eyes of Heda and the Jin Dynasty court, it means that Wuxian and Zhao Tai have come together. They will definitely be wary of Wuxian in the future, and this kind of caution will definitely lead to the death of Wuxian. Wuxian pushed further to Zhao Tai's side.
Heda was annoyed, but at this moment he could only nod, "This is natural, the imperial court will not miss any meritorious officials!"
When Zhao Tai achieved his goal, he smiled and said, "I'm thanking the marshal for being a low-ranking official like this!"
Seeing that Zhao Tai was satisfied, Heda felt relieved, and then revealed another purpose of his trip, "Guorui, actually I have one more thing to do when I come here this time."
Zhao Tai knew that it must be about the Song Dynasty's assistance, "Oh, I wonder what it is?"
Heda said solemnly: "It is now the end of July. In a few months, after the Yellow River freezes, the Mongols are very likely to go south. But now on the Guanhe defense line, many people and horses lack equipment, money and food, and are not ready. , I’m afraid it will be difficult to resist by then!”
Zhao Tai pretended to be confused, "What does the marshal mean?"
Heda could only ask, "I know that Guorui has a good relationship with the Southern Song Dynasty. Can you please write another letter and urge the Southern Song Dynasty to send another batch of equipment and military rations?"
Heda's previous compromises were all for this moment.
Zhao Tai knew that this was the exchange condition.
Zhao Tai knew what Heda said, and he was also worried that the Jin Kingdom would not be able to withstand the Mongolian attack.
Although Zhao Tai and Heda seem to be inseparable now, Mr. Zhao is born with a big picture in mind and will not ignore the overall situation because of personal grudges.
Therefore, Zhao Tai would definitely give part of the assistance given by the Southern Song Dynasty to the Jin Kingdom.
After all, Zhao Tai's army has not yet formed a fighting force, and he still needs golden soldiers to withstand this Mongolian attack.
If Jin Bing cannot withstand it, Suining will definitely not be able to hold it, and whatever wealth he has developed will also be destroyed by the Mongols.
However, materials must be provided, but Zhao Tai cannot make Heda feel that it is too easy to get assistance.
Zhao Tai smiled and said: "This matter is easy to handle. Marshal, please give me the list, and I will ask the Southern Song Dynasty for you. When the Southern Song Dynasty delivers the supplies, I will inform the Marshal to send someone to Suining to collect them!"
Heda heard the words and understood the difference. Before, Zhao Tai operated the distribution secretly, but now he just doesn't pretend. In the future, if you want assistance, you have to apply for it from him, and you have to come to him to receive supplies.
In this way, Zhao Tai got stuck on Jin Jun's neck.
In the future, when the Jin Kingdom applies for aid, it will depend on Zhao Tai's face. When the aid arrives, whether he will receive it or not will give more or less will also depend on Zhao Tai's mood.
Heda had no choice now. He was resentful in his heart, but he didn't dare to offend Zhao Tai. He could only smile and thank him: "Then it's Guorui's fault!"
"Hahaha~" Zhao Tai smiled and said: "Marshal, you are too polite. It is my duty to work for Daikin!"
Seeing that Zhao Tai was so proud, Heda smiled with embarrassment...
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