477 Currency issues that were put on hold

The rest of the discussion seemed a little easier. With Shang Wen mediating between the two representatives. A lot of problems are easily solved.

On the issue of compensation, Zhao Guo's compensation claim was reduced to 75,000 gold. The compensation will be paid in instalments over a period of five years. Zhao Guo's compensation is already high. Because Zhao was the initiator of the war, but the inducement was on the side of Yan, and it was precisely for this reason. The compensation was reduced from the original 500,000 gold to 50,000 gold, and the number rose to 75,000 gold due to Yan Guo.

Yan Guo's claim for compensation is large. The total is in 300,000 gold. These 300,000 gold are not all paid gold, and only the Qin State can come up with so much gold at present. The golden ratio of the payment is around half. The remaining half will be paid in kind. This includes, food, labor. The main thing is to build roads. If necessary, troops should be sent to help Yan attack Qi.

This article will fundamentally break the current Zhao-Qi alliance. Thus helping the Qin state dismantle one of the largest anti-Qin alliances. Make it impossible for the Six Nations to organize a coalition against the Qin State. The 300,000 gold payment period is a little longer. Zhao Guo will pay it all within six years.

The armistice lines of the two countries have also returned to their pre-engagement positions. The premise is that Zhao needs to help Yan occupy the three cities of Qi in exchange. Li Mu agreed. But it must be delivered to the city first. Yan Guo is not at ease. Qin helped Zhao obtain the city on the grounds of seizing the loan. Only then did Yan Guo agree.

In addition to reaching an armistice, the two countries also agreed to send a special envoy to South Korea. This illustrates. The legal status of South Korea, that is, Han Sook's status as queen, has been recognized by the outside world. The two countries did not want to be entangled in the South Korean issue for too long. Sending an envoy is just a matter of handiness. But for Han Shu. Significant. That is to say, in addition to the reliable ally of Qin, she will be recognized by Zhao and Yan. Such. Other countries will send special envoys accordingly. This made her very happy.

Thus, the second covenant was adopted.

At this time, it was already late at night, and from the morning onwards, there were only four breaks in the middle. At other times, the four countries are engaged in detailed consultations. Negotiation is an extremely physically and mentally demanding activity. Even a general like Li Mu felt a little unbearable.

When the three of them walked out of the palace, they were still besieged by reporters who were waiting outside early in the morning. Shang Wen has made significant progress in the negotiations. But you need to rest. Later, reporters will be given a special time to be interviewed. Then he quickly left and returned to the Qin State Embassy.

The next day, no negotiations took place. Because all parties are tired. But Shang Wen discussed with Li Mu with great interest. The main thing is to reach the "Qin-Zhao Reconciliation Treaty", and it is obvious that Shang Wen's sincerity has moved the other party. The treaty was signed after one day of negotiations.

First of all, the state of Qin took the initiative to ask for compensation. The state of Qin will pay Zhao a compensation of about 200,000 gold. However, half of the payment requirements will be in the form of paper money. Shang Wen's reason was that the Qin State could not give such a large sum of gold in a short period of time, so he paid the other party with a paper note of 100,000 gold. Zhao is in dire need of funds. So, I agreed. But it's a ticking time bomb. Because, once exchanged for paper money, then these paper money will be largely circulated in the market of Zhao State. This would disrupt the monetary order of the Zhao State.

Secondly, Qin took the initiative to ask Zhao to send relevant students to study in Qin. Help each other develop relevant talents. The impact of talent is even more far-reaching, because the two countries will be very different. This difference will induce the reversal of talent.

Finally, the state of Qin allowed the establishment of a colony of the state of Zhao outside of the newly established states of the state of Qin. Shang Wen was not afraid of Zhao Guo's expansion of strength, because the only thing between the two was land transportation, and there would be no other reliance. At the same time, there was a large area of newly established states of Qin in between. The demarcated area will be between Mobei and present-day Lake Baikal. In fact, Li Mu didn't know the situation in Mobei. The popularity of geography is far from reaching the level of human cognition.

Shang Wen also sent an order, which was sent to Shangdang County, the site of the Battle of Changping. Shang Wen decided to apologize publicly and admit everything Qin had done, and Shang Wen also sent a letter to the King of Qin, hoping to gain the King's approval. Because it helped to improve the image of the Qin state among the six kingdoms. At the same time, it is also necessary to resolve Qin Zhao's hatred. Shang Wen did not want to cause unnecessary adverse effects on the Qin State in the process of unification.

By this time, the meeting was basically in its final stages. Of the four countries, Qin paid the most, but they all opened the door to trade with each country. Especially Zhao Guo. The two countries are much more friendly.

Shangwen plans to charge at the last minute. I want to solve the currency problem once and for all. In fact, at this time, it is most suitable for Yingyu to participate. But I don't know why. Shangwen sent letters frequently, but he couldn't get Yingyu's reply. Shang Wen believes that Yingyu is still immersed in grief. So I had to reluctantly go into battle on my own.

"Due to the development of trade between countries. I hope that countries will be able to use Qin's banknotes as a unit of settlement to some extent. For example, half of the Qin State is exchanged for how many Zhao State's sword coins and so on. Shang Wen's topic opened. was immediately opposed by Han Shu.

"Prime Minister, the widow hopes that this topic will be put on hold for a while to be resolved. After all, paper money is not yet acceptable to you. Han Shu said directly. Before Shang Wen could finish speaking, he was interrupted by Han Shu. At the same time, the other two nodded in agreement. Clearly, Shangwen's proposal could not be adopted. Nor can it stand on its feet.

In fact, Shangwen wanted to use the advantages of paper money to control the currency issuance rights of various countries. But at this time, it is obviously a little premature to exchange paper money for national currencies. Because, the situation of currency shortage in the hands of countries has not yet been reached.

The state of Qin is the only country that uses paper money at this stage. Other countries are still using metal currencies. Although cumbersome, their kings wanted their own power to issue currency to be stripped away by Qin's paper money. Especially in South Korea, when Shangwen proposed the paper money plan, Han Shu had clearly rejected the other party's request. That's impossible. It is absolutely impossible to say yes.

In this way, the currency issue was put on hold by the meeting. However, Shangwen believes that it will take some time. It was necessary for the Qin state to play its role as an economic power. Let the currency issue come back to the negotiating table. At that time, the Qin State would occupy an absolutely sufficient initiative.

Subsequently, a series of treaties were initialled. The treaty is then forwarded to the kings of each country for final ratification. Finally, it can be declared that it has been adopted and entered into force.