Above the court, the morning light shines through the delicate window lattice, sprinkled on the golden dragon chairs and the smooth jade floor, and the air is filled with a faint scent of sandalwood.

Zhao Yingluo sat on the dragon chair, her face looking particularly delicate in the morning light.

"Today's court discussion, I have something I want to discuss with you."

Zhao Yingluo's voice was clear and powerful, echoing in the solemn hall. She paused slightly, her gaze slowly swept over the faces of the hundred officials, and continued: "I intend to expand the Great Song Bank to the Jin Kingdom and Western Xia to promote trade exchanges and further prosper the economy of our dynasty. I don't know what you think? ”

As soon as her words fell, there was a sudden silence in the court.

The officials looked at each other, with various complicated expressions on their faces.

Zuo Xiang Lu Yihao frowned, obviously thinking about the feasibility of this proposal.

Du Chong's eyes were blazing, and he looked eager to try.

Wan Qiao, on the other hand, stroked his beard thoughtfully, as if weighing the pros and cons. As soon as her words fell, there was a sudden silence in the court.

At this time, Zuo Prime Minister Lu Yihao slowly stepped out of the ranks, and his voice was calm and powerful: "Your Majesty, this matter is related to the national system, and it should not be rash. Although the Jin Kingdom and Great Xia have surrendered, the ambition of the wolf son must be guarded against. If something happens to our bank there, I am afraid that we will lose a lot of money. ”

Zhao Yingluo nodded slightly, indicating that she understood Lu Yihao's worries.

At this time, Du Chong stepped forward and said loudly: "Your Majesty, the minister thinks that Lu Xianggong's words are too cautious. Da Song Bank has a good management and outstanding reputation, and has become a model for businessmen in the world. If you don't take advantage of the victory to chase after now, when will you wait? Moreover, this move can also demonstrate the national prestige of our dynasty and make the four Yi submit. ”

Wan Qiyu also came out and echoed: "What Master Du said is very true. The minister believed that the opening of a bank would not only facilitate trade exchanges, but also strengthen our dynasty's control over the Jin and Great Xia kingdoms, so that they would not dare to act rashly. In addition, we can also take this opportunity to promote the culture of our dynasty and naturalize it in the Great Song Dynasty. ”

Above the court, discussions came and went, and the officials expressed their opinions and argued endlessly.

Zhao Yingluo looked at these officials who supported her, and couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

She knew that the reason why these people supported her was not entirely out of public interest, but because of the interests involved.

But in any case, their support is a strength for her.

"What Lu Xianggong said is very true, and I am also well aware of the difficulty and risk of this matter. However, I believe that the opening of the Dasong Bank will make it easier for the merchants of the Dasong Dynasty to trade with the Jin Kingdom and promote the economic prosperity of the two countries. So, I decided to take a chance. ”

Her gaze slowly swept over the court, and finally stopped on Hong Hao's body.

She promoted Hong Hao to the head of the household department, and the manager of Da Song Bank, and was fully responsible for the opening of Da Song Bank.

Zhao Yingluo turned to the maid Luluo again and said, "Luluo, you have been following me all the time, and you are quite familiar with the affairs of Dasong Bank. I have ordered you to assist Hong Shilang and jointly take charge of the opening of the Great Song Bank. ”

Although Luluo has a humble status, she has always been Zhao Yingluo's right-hand man, and she knows the affairs of Dasong Bank well, so she is the best choice for this mission.

Kneeling on her Royal Highness, Luluo decided to live up to the high expectations of the princess, and she respectfully kowtowed and decided to handle the matter well.

After the court meeting, Hong Hao immediately ordered someone to invite the pothos. Although the identity of the green pothos has not yet escaped from the slave status, she is the right-hand man of Her Royal Highness the princess after all, and the manager of the Great Song Bank, so Hong Hao is also courteous to her.

Hong Hao welcomed the pothos into the study and ordered someone to serve fragrant tea. He stroked his beard and said after a moment of silence: "Miss Luthos, Your Majesty has entrusted us with the important task of opening the Great Song Bank, and we must handle this matter well. I wonder what the girl thinks? ”

The pothos lightly blessed and said, "My lord is too humble. Although the pothos is not talented, she is willing to do her best to help the adults. I think we can first get in touch with Han Fang, the envoy of the Jin State, to understand the political situation and folk customs of the Jin State, and make full preparations for the opening of the bank. ”

Hong Hao nodded when he heard this: "What Miss Green Pothos said is very true. Han Fang is the envoy of the Jin Kingdom, he knows the situation of the Jin Kingdom well, and contacting him is indeed the best way for us to understand the Jin Kingdom. ”

The two of them had decided, and immediately invited Han Fang to the VIP room of Dasong Bank.

Han Fang has been in Kaifeng for a long time, so he naturally knows the influence and financial resources of Dasong Bank in Dasong. He secretly speculated in his heart about Zhao Yingluo's intentions, and at the same time, he was full of expectations for the opening of Da Song Bank.

Luluo personally poured a cup of fragrant tea for Han Fang, and then went straight to the point and proposed to open the Great Song Bank in Jinguo.

Han Fang was stunned when he heard this, and then laughed: "Green pothos girl, this matter is quite unexpected. The Great Song Bank gave those merchants sufficient funds to engage in business dealings, and took advantage of the market. Now Her Royal Highness the princess has actually decided to open the Da Song Bank in my Dajin country, won't this help my Dajin country develop its national strength? ”

Luluo smiled slightly, and said without humility or arrogance: "What Han Envoy said is extremely true. However, Her Royal Highness believes that business exchanges are an important way to promote friendship between the two countries. The opening of a branch in Jinguo by Dasong Bank will not only provide convenience for businessmen from the two countries, but also strengthen economic ties and friendship between the two countries. ”

Han Fang nodded and smiled, "Miss Green Pothos is reasonable. However, the matter is of great importance, and the envoy will need to ask His Majesty the Emperor for instructions before replying. ”

Pothos nodded in understanding: "It's nature. Han envoy please. ”

Han Fang pondered for a moment, then suddenly raised his head and said, "However, there is a condition for the envoy, I wonder if Miss Green Pothos can agree?" ”

Lu Luo's brows furrowed slightly, and an ominous premonition rose in his heart: "Han Envoy, please speak." ”

Han Fang said slowly: "My Majesty the Emperor of the Dajin Kingdom has always been obsessed with the two princes, Wanyan Zongyi and Wanyan Yan, and I hope that the Great Song Dynasty can return these two princes to show friendship." If Da Song can agree to this condition, Dajin Guo will naturally welcome Da Song Bank to open a branch in our country. ”

Hong Hao's heart sank when he heard this, he knew that this condition was undoubtedly a difficult problem for Da Song.

Wanyan Zongyi and Wanyan Yan were important figures in the Jin Kingdom, and their stay was related to the political and military interests of the two countries.

However, if this condition is not agreed, the plan of the Great Song Bank to open in Jinguo may be in vain.

Hong Haoluo fell into deep thought, and finally, he took a deep breath and said slowly: "Envoy Han, this matter is very important, I need to ask Her Royal Highness the princess for instructions before I can give you an answer." ”

Han Fang nodded and smiled, "This is natural. ”

After sending Han Fang out of the VIP room, Hong Hao was a little anxious.

"Miss Luthos, this matter is very important, and the conditions proposed by Han Fang are really tricky. The two princes, Wanyan Zongyi and Wanyan Yan, were prisoners of the Great Song Dynasty, and their fate and stay were related to the disputes between the two countries. If he agrees to the conditions of the Kim state, I am afraid that it will arouse strong opposition from the ministers and the common people of the DPRK and China. ”

Luluo's expression was firm and unwavering: "Lord Hong, opening the Great Song Bank is something that Jin Guo can't ask for. If they really want to cooperate with us, they shouldn't put forward such conditions. The departure and stay of Wanyan Zongyi and Wanyan must not become bargaining chips in the transaction. ”

Hong Hao sighed and said, "Having said that, Han Fang's attitude is very resolute. If their conditions are not met, I am afraid that the plan of opening a bank in Jinguo will be difficult to realize. ”

Green pothos sneered: "Why should Lord Hong grow the ambition of others and destroy his own prestige? Although the Jin Kingdom is strong, our Great Song Dynasty is not weak and can be bullied. If Han Fang thought that he could take this opportunity to blackmail us, then he was very wrong. The opening of Dasong Bank is to promote economic exchanges between the two countries and benefit the people of the two countries. If Jin Guo uses this as a threat, then we would rather not open this bank. ”

Hong Hao was shocked by the decisiveness and determination of the pothos, he took a deep breath and nodded: "What the pothos girl said is extremely true. We will take a firm stand and never give in. ”