Cheng Yue was ecstatic in his heart, only smiled slightly, and stepped forward to bow and said: "The ministers must obey the holy decree of the Great Khan, and Japan should pay tribute to the Great Khan, and it will never end." ”

Kublai Khan pondered for a moment and said, "Every year, there are 30,000 coins and silver, 30,000 cloth, and 20 beautiful women, is it okay?" "The Southern Song Dynasty only gave him 200,000 silver and silk each back then, and Japan, a poor country, is really not a small amount, not to mention that other vassal countries only pay tribute, and do not give annual coins. Kublai Khan just wanted to get back the money for sending troops, after all, he couldn't be busy in vain.

Cheng Yue frowned and said: "Great Khan, the cloth from Japan to Dayuan is transported by sea, not to mention the huge cost, the cloth in Japan is far inferior to the Southern Song Dynasty, why did you come?" Isn't it a waste of money and labor? It's better to change them all to silver taels. There are indeed not many beauties in the twenty people, but after the ministers occupy Japan, it is not appropriate to immediately recruit beauties to contribute, so as not to provoke changes. In addition, Japanese women are short in stature, with bent legs and crooked teeth, so what is the use? If the Great Khan did not believe it, he waited for his ministers to break through the Japanese capital and sent a group of concubines and maids of the so-called Japanese emperor to the Great Khan to see. ”

Cheng Yue's lustful reputation has been heard all over the world, and I really haven't heard of him accepting any Japanese woman as a concubine. When he said this, Kublai Khan lost his interest, and he was indeed old, and he was no longer as brave as he used to be, so he waved his hand and said: "According to what you play, then 50,000 taels of silver per year, is it much?" ”

Cheng Yue knew that Kublai Khan had taken out nearly two million taels of silver and countless weapons for this expedition, and he could indeed strive to descend further, but he didn't want to dwell on these trivial matters, so he said: "The minister obeys the order, and the annual annual currency is 50,000 taels of silver, and he will not delay." ”

Kublai Khan said: "Well, we will make a decision, after you occupy Japan." Japan matters. I don't want to care anymore. You can govern yourself. ”

Cheng Yue bowed and said, "The ministers are grateful." ”

Only then did Kublai Khan remember to ask the opinions of his ministers, and said, "What do you think?" ”

None of the ministers wanted to worry about a small overseas country like Japan, and they could get 50,000 taels of silver every year, and if they were to govern by themselves by the Great Yuan, I am afraid they would not be able to get so much. Besides, King Zhennan made it clear that there were still fiefs of the two princesses in it. Who would offend the two princesses and the king of Zhennan because of just one island country in Japan?

Seeing that no one objected, Kublai Khan nodded and said, "Okay, it's decided." Cheng Yue, what was your last thing? ”

Cheng Yue said with a smile: "The Great Khan asked the minister a question just now, but the minister didn't answer at the time, the Great Khan remembers, right?" ”

Kublai Khan said: "That's right, I asked you why you don't want to go to Humu and Meng Qi, obviously one person is enough, now you want to answer me?" ”

Cheng Yue said: "Great Khan." The minister set up Liaodong Province, of course, he had to leave officials to govern before he could return to Dadu. Meng Qi is deeply believed by Boyan Cheng, has both civil and military skills, and has a very good official reputation, and the minister intends to let him serve as the Pingzhang of Liaodong Province! ”

"Huh? Do you want to recommend a provincial Pingzhang political officer? Kublai Khan said with a smile: "The province of Liaodong has not been re-established, are you in a hurry to ask me for an official?" What's the hurry? Besides, Meng Qi is a talent that Boyan is optimistic about, and he has also mentioned it many times in front of me, why do you want to tell me? ”

Cheng Yue smiled: "Since it is a talent, who recommends it is not the same?" The minister did not think of appointing a private person, as long as he was an excellent talent, the minister did not want him to be buried. ”

When Meng Qi heard it from afar, he was moved to tears, lowered his head and quietly wiped away his tears, trying to hide his gaffe somewhat. But he has become the focus of the ministers around him, where can he not be detected? This move was seen by people, but it was envied. With the recommendation of King Zhennan and Prime Minister Boyan, can Meng Qi's official luck be bad?

Boyan was named by Cheng Yue, so he naturally had to come forward to speak for Meng Qi. Stood up and said: "Great Khan, Meng Qi is an all-round man in civil and military affairs, and the minister has already said it to the Great Khan." The minister dared to guarantee that Meng Qi's tenure in Liaodong would never disappoint the Great Khan. It's just that Meng Qi's prestige is insufficient, and the Great Khan needs to send an important minister to sit in Liaodong. ”

Kublai Khan glanced at Cheng Yue and said, "Cheng Yue, who do you think is the most suitable among the ministers to go to Liaodong?" ”

Cheng Yue shook his head and smiled: "The minister doesn't dare to say anything. ”

Kublai Khan laughed and said, "I don't believe that you dare not say anything. Say it, I know you have someone in mind. You just speak, and it's up to me whether you listen or not. ”

Since Kublai Khan said this, Cheng Yue said without hesitation: "The minister thinks that Atahai should be the head of the political affairs of Pingzhang in Liaodong Province, and guard the north of Liaodong for the Great Khan. ”

Kublai Khan's eyes lit up, and he immediately said approvingly: "Okay, it coincides with me." ”

Atahai felt a wave of emotion in his heart, bowed down to Kublai Khan and Cheng Yue, and bowed his hand to wait for Kublai Khan's will.

Kublai Khan pondered for a long time and said, "In this way, after you reset the Liaodong Province, Atahai will be appointed as the governor of the Pingzhang Province of the Liaodong Province." As for the other Pingzhang, you and Boyan both recommend Meng Qi, but he is different from Dong Wenyong, his qualifications are still shallow, and his prestige is not enough. How about I keep that position for him and not send anyone else? ”

Meng Qi was overjoyed, and stepped forward with Atahai to receive the decree and thank him. Although Cheng Yue promised him that Pingzhang political affairs were not done, Cheng Yue had tried his best, and his provincial Zuo Cheng was not much different from Pingzhang political affairs.

Cheng Yue said with a smile: "The ministers recommend talents for the Great Khan, and spare no effort, the Great Khan should always reward the ministers with something." ”

Kublai Khan laughed and said, "Cheng Yue, have you finished all the ten movements?" I have everything you need, and you must do everything you promised me in this crusade. ”

Cheng Yue said with a smile: "How dare the minister lie and be unscrupulous, aren't you afraid that the Great Khan will be angry?" ”

Kublai Khan nodded and instructed Atahai: "Atahai, you also go with Cheng Yue, but you don't need to go to Goryeo with him, just stay in Liaodong, contact the kings of the host province, obey Cheng Yue's orders, be sure to reset the province of Liaodong, and declare the favor of the imperial court to the eastern ministries." ”

Attahai said: "The minister obeys the order. ”

Kublai Khan nodded and said, "Do you still have Ben?" ”

Seeing that the ministers had nothing to play, the chamberlain shouted: "Retreat from the dynasty-"

The ministers saluted, Kublai Khan and Chabi got up and went back to the harem, Cheng Yue didn't need to greet them, and followed them step by step.

Coming out of the Daming Palace, Kublai Khan said: "Cheng Yue, I heard that you brought Baji with you on this expedition?" ”

Cheng Yue was slightly stunned and said, "Does the Great Khan also know about Baji?" ”

Kublai Khan smiled and said: "Of course I know that your eight concubines are famous all over the country, and I am not deaf." ”

Cheng Yue said with a smile: "The minister asked them to stay in Yaleju to contribute to the minister, and I felt a little sorry for them, so I took advantage of this time to take them out to relax." They were all coming to the north for the first time, and they were very happy along the way. ”

Kublai Khan said, "When will I be able to appreciate their songs and dances?" ”

Cheng Yue said: "The minister will leave soon, I'm afraid it's too late, wait for the minister to come back." To marry Nangjiazhen, they always have to stay in Dadu for a few days, and the ministers will let them prepare well. ”

Kublai Khan sighed and said, "Okay, don't forget, not only me, among the Mongolian nobles and ministers, there are countless people who want to see the demeanor of the Eight Concubines, and the five concubines of Ahmada are also holding their breath and want to share with your Eight Concubines." ”

Cheng Yue laughed and said: "This bet can't be played, how can Baji be the opponent of Wuji in Ahma Pingzhang Mansion?" ”

Kublai Khan smiled slightly and said, "I heard that you haven't taken Kutoulon into the house yet, saying that you don't want her to grab the front of Nangjiajin, is there such a thing?" ”

Cheng Yue smiled: "Yes, there is still a little bit of proportion. ”

Kublai Khan snorted and said, "This is about the same, otherwise I will leave Nangjiazhen and grind you for two years." ”

Cheng Yue hurriedly said: "Father Khan's lesson is right, and the sons will never dare." Nangjia Zhen's sons are inseparable from every day, and the father Khan will raise his noble hand high. ”

Kublai Khan was very happy when he saw Cheng Yue bowing to him because of Nangjiazhen, and said, "Finally, you have a little conscience, and you still remember that Nangjia is really good." In short, don't go too far in the inner house, Wan Ze and Nangjia are both princesses, and they are different from your other concubines. ”

Cheng Yue was submissive and did not argue with Kublai Khan.

Kublai Khan said: "What are you going to do with the Xindu that I sent to Goryeo?" ”

Cheng Yue said: "Although Xin Du and Nai Yan are relatives, Erchen will try his best to save his life, as long as he is willing to cut off his robe with Nai Yan." But if he refuses, the sons and daughters will not be able to leave him a hidden danger for their father Khan. ”

Kublai Khan pondered for a long time and sighed: "I am a good general and I am very loyal to me, if you can spare his life, you must not kill him." ”

Cheng Yue said: "Erchen knows, do your best." ”

Kublai Khan said again: "A few days ago, there was a rebellion against Jin Fangqing in Goryeo, and there were different opinions, and I couldn't figure it out. If Jin Fangqing is wronged, return his innocence, and if there is really a rebellious act, you don't have to be polite. Kudulu is a fan of Goryeo, and I can't let her be hurt in the slightest. ”

Cheng Yue said: "Yes, the son obeys the order." ”

Kublai Khan sighed: "You still have to see for me that my precious daughter Kudu Lujian is lost, she is alone away from me and Uncle Wuzhen, and she has to govern a country herself, Wang Yu is so much older than her, I don't know if there is anyone who can talk to her usually, is she doing well?" I miss her so much. ”

Cheng Yue said with a smile: "It's good for Father Khan to think like this, Kudu Lujian was too young when he was lost and left Father Khan, and he was pampered since he was a child, and when she learned about Father Khan's heartfelt words, she must be obedient." ”

Kublai Khan was stunned for a moment, and said with a wry smile: "It's you again, dare to accuse Kudulujian of being lost in front of my eyes, is there anyone else besides you?" Alas, that child is a little willful, but her essence is not bad, you don't blame her. When you go to Goryeo this time, you have to get along with her and don't make her angry. ”

Cheng Yue smiled: "With Dehuan, Wanze and Nangjiazhen, can we still fight?" Father Khan, please rest assured. (To be continued.) )