Facing Mu Wanqing, who suddenly didn't want to stay here anymore, Zhao Xiaoxi and Duan Zhengchun, who were still nervous before, calmed down at the same time. As for Qin Hongmian, who is a mother, she has been supported by Gan Baobao, and she doesn't know how to face this biological daughter who has been raised for 18 years in the name of an apprentice orphan.

In this case, Zhao Xiaoxi, who sighed, pulled Mu Wanqing, who was also crying, into his arms with some distress, and comforted: "Qing'er, I know you feel uncomfortable. But things have already happened, are you sure that you will have peace of mind if you leave today? Your father is a little unreliable, but imagine it.

If it were you, you would keep your own daughter by your side, but you would always treat her as an apprentice. Every day, when I look forward to listening to my mother, I hear the name of the master, do you think your mother will feel good? Whether you want this identity or not, but from the moment you are born, it is all doomed. Isn't it? ”

Maybe these words touched Qin Hongmian's heart, Qin Hongmian, who just felt that Zhao Xiaoxi was not a good thing, could no longer suppress the impulse and guilt in his heart at this moment. rushed over and said, "Qing'er, can you please forgive your mother?" ”

Facing Qin Hongmian's call, Zhao Xiaoxi sent Mu Wanqing, who was also looking forward to this moment, into Qin Hongmian's arms with a little force. Let the mother and daughter enjoy the different emotional exchanges from the past at this moment. As for seeing Gan Baobao with a worried face, Zhao Xiaoxi didn't forget to tell her that Zhong Ling was fine now.

Zhao Xiaoxi, who knew that it would take a while for a woman to cry, looked at Duan Yu, who seemed a little overwhelmed, and said with a smile: "Brother Duan, don't worry, since the matter is provoked, it will always fall into place one day." What you have to do now is to try to comfort your mother and accept your aunts and sisters.

Princess Zhen, there is a way that the twisted melon is not sweet, and the sleepiness you should plant will also let you taste the bitter fruit of today. I believe you have heard Duan Yu say that my master is a god of the rivers and lakes, and I also know your affairs. Hope you're doing it well! ”

Dao Baifeng was naturally a little unimpressed in the face of this young man's admonition, but he could hear what the other party was pointing to. The whole person's expression changed greatly, I didn't know what I thought, and suddenly I didn't dare to look at Zhao Xiaoxi's pointed eyes. Soon, he shirked a little uncomfortable, and pulled Duan Yu, who was reluctant to leave, and left here.

When Zhao Xiaoxi came to Duan Zhengming, he bent down slightly and said, "Zhao Yun has seen the King of Dali!" ”

This title made Duan Zhengming's eyes flutter at the same time, and the forbidden army standing next to him led Zhu Wanli, and quickly said: "Bold, you are just a person in the rivers and lakes, don't you know the truth of the supremacy of imperial power?" How dare you be so rude when you meet the saints today. ”

In the face of this commander's roar, Zhao Xiaoxi chuckled and said, "Commanders, I appreciate your loyalty to your master. But the master didn't speak, but you, the courtier, spoke, isn't this just as unreasonable? ”

At this time, Duan Zhengming suddenly said: "Wanli, don't say much, since Brother Zhao is a person in the rivers and lakes, don't let these etiquettes go." If you don't dislike it, how about Brother Zhao and this king go to the inner palace to talk? ”

Zhao Xiaoxi smiled and said: "If you have this intention, then it will be disturbing!" ”

After speaking, let Zhu Wanli look at Mu Wanqing, and don't let their mother and daughter go. As for how things will develop next, Zhao Xiaoxi left it to Mu Wanqing to try to accept it. If you rely too much on his existence, it will also be detrimental to Mu Wanqing. After all, this heart knot Zhao Hyo-seok also couldn't step through for her.

With Duan Zhengming in front and Zhao Xiaoxi behind, the two quickly came to Duan Zhengming's room, and after sitting down with each other, Duan Zhengming said thoughtfully: "Forgive this king for his clumsiness, I don't know if your honor is the little prince?" ”

Zhao Xiaoxi smiled when he heard this: "King Dali is really extraordinary, and he still guessed the identity of this king." However, this king traveled in plain clothes, and if there was any rudeness just now, I hope that the king of Dali will forgive me. As for the identity of this king, if the king of Dali pays attention to the affairs of the imperial court, he must know that the Chengdu Mansion on the border of Dali has been released by a county king, right? ”

As soon as he heard this, Duan Zhengming suddenly exclaimed: "Could it be that the Venerable driver is the envoy of Chengdu Road Festival, Zhao Xiaoxi, the king of Bashu County?" ”

Zhao Xiaoxi said with a smile: "King Dali is polite, if King Dali doesn't dislike it, just call this king Zhao Yun." Speaking of which, I have a close relationship with your nephew Duan Yu, and I plan to make friends with him in the future. If it is commensurate with the throne, I don't know how to match Duan Yu at that time. ”

As a Dali country located in the southwest, Duan Zhengming naturally also had some intelligence systems in the Song Dynasty. It is very clear that the little prince in front of him, who has just crowned the ceremony, was appointed as a festival envoy by the foreign government and was given the title of the king of Bashu County. In addition to being the second son of the current emperor's uncle King Xu, he is also the confidant brother of the current young emperor.

In the face of such a descendant of the Zhao family, who can be said to be deeply favored by the saints, plus the authentic lineage, Duan Zhengming did not dare to look down on the other party at all. Not to mention, the prince of the county in front of him can repel the notorious four villains with just one sentence. This martial arts cultivation also surprised Duan Zhengming.

After picking the words away, Zhao Xiaoxi first affirmed Duan Zhengming's contributions over the years on behalf of the imperial court. In addition, he also visited late at night and was ready to talk about some cooperation with Dali, and he did not hide it at all. When Duan Zhengming heard that Zhao Xiaoxi wanted to smuggle military horses through Dali, he naturally understood in his heart that this prince was afraid that he had a plan.

Perhaps guessing Duan Zhengming's worries, Zhao Xiaoxi smiled and said, "Lord Duan doesn't have to worry, what I said this time represents the meaning of the saint." In fact, I was ordered to release Chengdu Mansion, in a sense, to prepare to build an iron cavalry and a new army. Although Dali is located in the southwest, there is not much war and turmoil outside.

Presumably, over the years, the cavalry of the Tubo State has not disturbed the border of Dali, right? If Lord Duan can help, I can ask the Holy Lord to increase the import of materials to your country.

As far as I know, although Dali has a large number of soldiers, most of the weapons are incomplete, and most of the salt and iron are imported from the Central Plains. If we can form an alliance to help each other, isn't it a good thing for your country to provide me with excellent war horses, and I to deliver salt and iron for your country? ”

Hearing that this was the meaning of the current emperor of the Song Dynasty, Duan Zhengming quickly said: "High-quality war horses, although there is a way for my Dali country to procure, the price is also high. If you are the prince of the county, you plan to form a team of 10,000 people, I am afraid that the purchase of horses alone will deplete the savings of my Dali country over the years! ”

Regarding this, Zhao Xiaoxi smiled and said: "It's okay, this king didn't say that he would let Dali help purchase horses without paying." In terms of money and materials, although Duan Wang Ye can rest assured, as long as he can purchase excellent war horses for us, they will be sent to the border between Dali and Chengdu.

Xiao Wang will pay an extra 10% of the profit to Dali, and import your country's salt and iron, as long as it does not end up in Tubo, a country hostile to the Great Song Dynasty, we will not pursue your country for selling these things to anyone.

At the same time, Chengdu will also increase the purchase and import of materials from Dali, which will also strengthen the business and trade exchanges between the two sides. This is all for the benefit of the country and the people, I believe that Duan Wang Ye should not refuse, right? ”

Hearing that the war horses could be shipped without them paying, and they could still earn a profit, Duan Zhengming naturally would not refuse. Soon the two sides agreed to increase trade on the border between the two countries in the future. As for specific affairs, there were Zhao Xiaoxi's cronies and officials who came here to discuss with Dali.

After negotiating these conditions, Zhao Xiaoxi still asked Duan Zhengming to keep his identity for him, and Duan Zhengming naturally agreed. Befriending this powerful and favored county prince will also benefit Dali a lot. And with this friendly county king as a neighbor, the garrison arranged by Dali on the border of the Song Dynasty can be relaxed a little.

In addition, once the salt and iron are released into the Dali Kingdom, the Dali Kingdom, which also restricts the sale of these two things, will be able to expand some more troops. At the same time, with the advantage of controlling salt, he won over the chieftain tribes who were also thirsty for salt. Let them understand that following Dali will have inexhaustible salt.

When Duan Zhengming and Zhao Xiaoxi walked out of the dormitory and reappeared in the Forbidden Palace Square, Duan Zhengchun, who had already been forgiven by his daughter, suddenly said: "Boy, for the sake of this king's daughter speaking for you, this king forgives you for your rude behavior just now." However, Qing'er is now the lord of the county, and if you want to marry her, you must show some sincerity. ”

Just when Mu Wanqing was about to speak for her lover, Duan Zhengming, who had always been kind to this younger brother, suddenly said with a cold face: "Zhengchun, don't be presumptuous." If Qing'er thinks that Brother Zhao is good, then this marriage is approved. ”

As soon as these words came out, Zhao Xiaoxili ignored the stunned and Duan Zhengchun, and directly took Mu Wanqing, who also didn't understand why, into his arms. He lowered his head and said with a smile: "Don't worry, your Lao Tzu is just the prince, and that is the emperor of Dali." I said, as long as you are willing to follow me, the king of heaven and Lao Tzu don't want to take you away from me. ”

Feeling that the matter here was over, Zhao Xiaoxi was also about to leave, after asking Mu Wanqing what he meant. This cheap father doesn't seem to have thought about keeping these two ** in the palace. Therefore, Duan Zhengchun, who finally saw his daughter, could only watch the two **, and the daughter who had just met, followed Zhao Xiaoxi to leave the palace in stride.

Just when Duan Zhengchun was very puzzled, Duan Zhengming suddenly said: "Zhengchun, my throne will eventually be passed to you." But what about your kingly heart now? I told you before, you should pay more attention to state affairs, and don't dwell on your children's private affairs all day long. Think about it, the man your daughter chose is surnamed Zhao! ”

After speaking, he pushed his fingers to the sky, and finally ignored the younger brother who didn't know whether he knew or not, and turned around and added to the dormitory. Leaving Duan Zhengchun who stayed here to think for a long time, after suddenly realizing that the emperor in the Central Plains seemed to be surnamed Zhao, he immediately understood that Zhao Xiaoxi was afraid that he was a child of the imperial family. In this way, he, the prince of the vassal states, is really not enough!