The envoys of the seven countries had been waiting here for a long time, and the news they had received earlier was that the imperial concubine had received them, but they didn't expect that the last thing that appeared was the emperor himself, who was wearing armor and holding a little girl in his hand, and the seven envoys and their deputies were all surprised, and almost forgot to salute.

"I've kept everyone waiting. His Majesty the Emperor nodded at the door of the hall, then walked among the messengers and put down Qinlun in his arms: "I would like to introduce to you, this is my sister, Princess Qinlun." ”

"Good day, Princess Chienlun. Since they were the envoys who came to congratulate them, they naturally knew about Princess Qinlun, and they also knew that this little princess was extremely favored by the emperor. Think about it, what kind of treatment is it to be able to sit on the shoulders of the king of a country?

Under the education of several imperial concubines, Princess Qinlun was already familiar with the etiquette of the court, and at this time, she obediently pulled up the corner of her skirt and squatted slightly to return the courtesy, and did a good job. A small red face is no longer as thin as before, and although it can't speak yet, a pair of big flexible eyes are clear and bright, and it looks very cute.

Originally, it was to meet with the imperial concubine, and the envoys prepared gifts in advance, but at this time they had to take them out and give them to Princess Qinlun. It doesn't matter if it's suitable or not, the most important thing is that there is something to give...... As for the gifts of the imperial concubines, it will have to be reprepared.

"Sit down, everybody. Cohen knew he couldn't be too anxious: "Just a private meeting, let's talk casually." ”

The envoys looked at each other, sat down politely, and temporarily replaced them with His Majesty the Emperor, and they all felt that something must have happened.

The chamberlain changed into drinks, and the conversation began with the introduction of the receiving minister, among the envoys of the seven empires. There are three ministers. Four generals. All belong to the royal family, and among them are two acquaintances of His Majesty Cohen.

The first person to be familiar with was the messenger of the Tanxi Empire, who was the commander-in-chief of the Divine Alliance during the Great War of Gods and Demons, and the former commander of Cohen, Karl. Prince Ulysses. His Royal Highness the Prince had a straight face and did not smile, but his eyes were full of appreciation and satisfaction for this former subordinate.

Then there is the Emissary of the Porta Empire, that is, when Cohen first arrived at the Ninth Legion of the Divine Alliance to kill officers. The chief dispatch officer who said a lot of nonsense but didn't interfere with Cohen's decision, he was the cousin of the current prince, named Severik. Lando. During the introduction, he looked at Cohen's majesty with a grin, still not serious.

Although they know each other, their identities have long changed, and even if they want to talk about friendship, they have to talk about official business. Cohen laughed in his heart, it seems that these empires should have the consciousness of being blackmailed, so they sent these officials who have the ability to decide affairs.

The gifts they prepared were not indispensable. The long list of gifts had to be read for a long time, but what His Majesty Cohen wanted was not pearls, gems, gold and silver jewelry.

"Everybody has come from afar. Personally, I am grateful. Cohen waved his hand and let his entourage official take the gift list: "As you all know, I am a person who does not speak around the corner, and since I have met with you today, of course I will not avoid the question." The Sbiya Empire hoped that relations with the various empires would develop substantially. ”

"His Majesty the Emperor's words are correct. The messenger of Bota took over: "It is with this intention that we have come to learn that your country has been restored, and everyone in our country, whether it is the royal family or the officials, is very pleased. ”

"You're welcome. His Majesty Cohen kept smiling: "Your country borders on our country, and there will be more and more exchanges between each other, and I hope to be able to keep in touch with the emperor of your country in many things, especially some time ago, a considerable number of rebel remnants fled to your country, out of respect for the neighboring countries, our army gave up the pursuit, not because they were unable to pursue, but because they did not want to pursue, I hope that your country can understand my goodwill from this matter." ”

"The goodwill of your country, our emperor fully understands. The messenger of Botta put away his smile and replied cautiously, trying to make his words have no handle: "Maybe His Majesty Cohen doesn't know yet, I am the younger generation of the Emperor of my country, and the relationship is not intimate, and I know that His Majesty the Emperor is also very worried about the rebels who have fled." ”

This is, of course, nonsense, everyone knows that the rebels and the Porta Empire are closely related.

"It's a real headache, and from what we know, there are a large number of Porta soldiers in the rebels. His Majesty Cohen said kindly: "They fled back to their hometowns, and as soon as they took off their uniforms, they became ordinary people, and it was very difficult to clean them up." ”

As soon as Cohen's words came out, the faces of the envoys of the other six countries were a little stiff, and the envoys of Porta were even more stunned. Could it be that this emperor is asking the Porta Empire to eliminate these rebels? The Kaida family will not be so unreasonable, right? Isn't this forcing the Porta Empire to slap himself?

Staggered gazes were cast on the face of the messenger of Porta, and everyone present was watching how he answered.

After a moment's pause, a smile regained on the face of the Porta messenger.

"His Majesty Cohen is right, there are indeed soldiers of the Porta Empire in the rebels, which is both a fact and a tragedy. "The royal family is not for nothing, Sévik. Lando nodded and admitted Cohen's accusations, and then changed his tone and dragged all the other empires into the water: "In fact, we know that it is not only a small number of people in our country who participated in this matter......"

The envoys of the remaining six countries scolded the eighteenth generation of the ancestors of the Porta envoy in their hearts.

"You're telling the truth. The expression on Cohen's face was very serious, and he also spoke to comfort the envoys of various countries: "Don't feel sad, no one can change what has happened, this is not terrible, what I am afraid of is that everyone will keep this matter in their hearts, and the resentment will become deeper and deeper." It would be a good thing for each other that we untie the knots between countries sooner. ”

"His Majesty the Emperor is so right. The messenger of Bansai felt that he could no longer let the messenger of Porta talk nonsense, so he interjected at this time: "At that time, because there is ...... Falsely proclaiming the will of the Protoss, we really didn't mean to. ”

"Of course I know that, otherwise we wouldn't be sitting together today. His Majesty Cohen nodded with a smile: "Objectively, it is the order of the temple, but subjectively, the support of various countries to the rebels has caused the Sibia Empire to suffer great losses, and this is the end of the whole thing." ”

"We ...... Emperor Majesty. "Tansi Messenger, Karl. A wry smile appeared on Prince Ulysses' face: "In that case, the Protoss has an order, let's not discuss it again." ”

The messengers nodded immediately. Support the words of the Tansi emissary.

"I didn't want to discuss the matter itself. I'm emphasizing the consequences of this. Cohen leaned back in a comfortable, soft chair. The tone is not angry, and every gesture shows the grace of an emperor: "The imperial rebellion and war, the three-day chaos in the holy capital, are all bloody scenes. No one, including me, wants to remember this, but it was the most incredible thing in the lives of many Spians, and it was also the most tragic experience of their lives. ”

"Your Majesty, Emperor, we apologize. "The Omatu Imperial Emissary is a man in military uniform. The middle-aged soldier with a medal on his left chest said at this time: "As a warrior, I know that this is an extremely regrettable thing, but it has happened, and now we can only ask the emperor for your understanding." ”

"For me who knows the inside story, of course, it is not a problem to be considerate, and I know that in that situation countries have no other choice. His Majesty Cohen nodded and threw out the braided cover: "But the Protoss has an order, and the real reason for this matter cannot be explained to the people, and your arrival." But the people are looking at it. If we run away from this today, I fear that the folk sentiment will become uncontrollable. Everyone knows that hating a person can hate for a lifetime, and the same is true for hating an empire...... This can be a hidden danger in the alliance. ”

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, it is a comforting thing to have your understanding. It was the messenger of the Bansai Empire who was wise, and he understood Cohen's words: "If we can, we are willing to do something to mend the scars in the hearts of the people of your country, and I hope that our sincerity will move the whole of your country." ”

Cohen was not in a hurry, he frowned slightly, sighed, and then said slowly: "It's difficult!"

The envoy of the Seven Kingdoms cursed in his heart, if he wanted to blackmail, he should be happy, didn't he just ask for money? What do you mean by sighing?

"Of course, it is the people of His Majesty the Emperor who are hurt, and it is not easy for us outsiders to come forward. He looked around at the envoy next to him and said aloud, "But I believe that as long as His Majesty the Emperor is willing to nod, the people of your country can be appeased." After all, we are still part of an alliance, and we should maintain a good relationship with each other. ”

"Please let me say a word, Your Majesty the Emperor. Afraid that other empires would set the price high first, the envoy of the Yunlu Empire, who had been silent, hurriedly interjected: "Of course, our country is also sorry, but His Majesty the Emperor knows that in the war of gods and demons, the financial resources accumulated by our country have almost been exhausted, and the current finances are also very tight. ”

"I have heard about the current situation in various countries, so don't worry. Cohen's gaze swept over the messengers, and he closed the sleeve softly, but he was not in a hurry to turn over the hole cards: "What I just said is just an idea, you can decide for yourself!"

Of the Seven Kingdoms emissaries, the only one who maintained good relations with the Sbya Empire was the Riva Empire, and the young Riva Emissary knew what he was going to do as soon as he felt Cohen's gaze...... If you don't speak at this time, won't you seem to be very unkind?

But what specific words to use to add fuel to the fire, this is a test of means, to say that it is heavy, it seems that two countries wear the same pants, and if it is light, it has no effect.

"Can His Majesty the Emperor explain this idea more clearly?" The envoy turned his head a few times and decided to use a roundabout tactic: "It's okay to say that our country is not far away, after all, the road is not far, and I can discuss it with the country at any time. But other countries are far away, and I'm afraid that it is inconvenient to get in touch, so it's not good to miss the opportunity......"

"Delay the opportunity?" a messenger asked, "This matter cannot be said to be a waste of time, is it?"

"Let everyone laugh. The Riva envoy explained unhurriedly: "I think! It's not big, it's not complicated, but it's about the prestige of the empire, and we just want to do something to make up for it, and don't be too obsessed." But we also want to let the majority of the Sbia people know that we are trying to make amends...... It is not appropriate to issue a special proclamation, but it would be best if you wrote such a stroke after the enthronement proclamation. ”

On the surface, it meant to worry about the envoys of other empires, but in fact, it was to nail time to today, forcing the envoys of various countries to express their stance immediately, cutting off the space for them to flicker and move.

"It doesn't matter, right? Even if I make a special announcement, I guess the temple side won't have any opinions, let alone the gods and clans. It's not something to worry about. Cohen pretended not to care: "Don't worry, everyone. ”

Swap it out for something else. Probably, no one will be in a hurry. But this kind of sending money to make amends is a big loss of face, and if he bows his head to the Sbia Empire and confesses his guilt, which empire is willing to issue a special announcement? Besides, His Majesty Cohen's reputation is so famous that everyone knows what kind of tone he will use to write this notice......

"Personally, I think the opinion of the Riva envoy is correct. In an alliance, countries are supposed to support each other, and there are many reasons for the current regret. As the country concerned, it is natural that it should do its best to make amends. Finally, Prince Ulysses nodded slightly: "Then, I hope to discuss a result today." ”

His Majesty Cohen didn't speak, because he knew that someone would jump out and cry out soon.

"However, His Majesty the Emperor, our country's national strength is far from being restored, and the road is far away, which is really difficult. The Yunlu envoy made a bitter face: "Please be considerate of His Majesty the Emperor." ”

"Don't worry. Cohen said that when you supported the rebels, the road was not far, but the smile on his face was still well maintained: "You can decide for yourself." ”

Severik. Lando saw the scene in his eyes. Knowing that your empire is inevitably bleeding, since that's the case. It's better to follow Cohen's wishes, not only to show that he is sincere, but maybe he will also fall into personal favor - he can't compare to those empires that are far away in the sky, and he can stretch his face to cry poor, and there are still many rebels in his empire!

And, he knows Cohen better. What kind of person is Kaida, when this guy was a major general, he dared to send hundreds of officers to His Royal Highness the Killing God, and now that he is the emperor, I am afraid that it will become even more crazy. The two countries were so close that the emperor's mind moved, and he only needed a look, and his army came over with his feet raised, and no one wanted to stop him.

When that time comes, who will he cry to?

"Yes, Honorable Emperor, please give me a plan! We can make a rough plan today. "Severik. Lando rubbed his fingers, analyzed the situation in front of him over and over again, and weighed his words word by word: "As long as we can make the people of the Sibian Empire feel our sincerity, we are willing to do a lot of things within the scope of our authority." ”

Since Severik. Lando was already taking the lead, and the other envoys didn't speak for the time being, and at this time, it was not too late to listen to His Majesty Cohen's conditions before bargaining.

"It's rare for you to have this heart, I want to express my gratitude in advance, and I won't embarrass you. Cohen said unhurriedly: "The current Sibian Empire can be said to be full of devastation, and the construction of people's livelihood is very problematic, it would be best if you were willing to help, and with such actions, the people will naturally look at it." ”

"I don't know what the emperor's majesty means by help?" someone asked in a low voice, "How much money do you need?"

"Look at what you said, I am the king of a country, what is the use of asking for money?" Majesty Cohen laughed: "Besides, it is not good for you to transport gold coins in a carriage. ”

"Yes, yes, His Majesty the Emperor is right. Cohen's words were immediately affirmed by the messengers: "If you give cash, the situation will become somewhat awkward, and besides, the gold coins do not fully represent the sincerity of our waiting." ”

"Since everyone agrees, let me make it clear!" A wave of annoyance rolled through Cohen's heart, causing him to speed up the pace of the conversation: "The Sbia Empire lacks many things, grain, ore, horses, wood, metal, and we even lack men to build roads. Look, how can you help?"

As soon as Cohen's words came out, the envoys of all countries breathed a sigh of relief, thinking that it was something valuable! Prince Ulysses' eyes changed a little.

"Food is a very special thing, the consumption on the transportation route is frightening, our country borders your country, the distance is relatively close, so let's help your country with some food!" Lando thought about his country's food reserves, and immediately said cheerfully: "This kind of mutual support between empires will definitely become a good story in the alliance." ”

His Majesty Cohen didn't answer, just smiled and nodded slightly.

"In that case, we will help some iron ore. "Carl. Prince Ulysses picked up the wine glass in front of him and looked at the liquid as red as blood: "If it is loaded and shipped smoothly, it will only take half a month to reach your country." ”

After that, the Riva Empire took on the horses, the Bansai Empire took on the special wood and other materials needed for the reconstruction of the Sibian Empire, and the Omatu Empire promised a large amount of cloth. The Gallo Empire also promised to transfer a sizable convoy of transports. And the envoy of the Cloud Road Empire had a bitter face. I didn't speak for a long time.

"The life of the Cloud Road Empire after the war is not easy. The production itself is not abundant. "In the end, it's Carl. Prince Ulysses relieved him of the siege: "This way, the Yunlu Empire will send 200,000 slaves to help the Sibia Empire repair roads and build cities. It just so happened that the fleet of the Gallo Empire was coming, and it could save time. ”

"If it's 200,000 slaves, you can make it up with gritted teeth. The Yunlu envoy whispered: "But the daily consumption of these 200,000 slaves is really unaffordable, let alone escorting them back and forth, and they have to eat food for water transportation!"

It's really no wonder that the Cloud Road Empire is stingy. Apart from the abundance of slaves, the empire did not produce any other specialties. But in the eyes of envoys from other countries, this is the only obstacle to today's talks.

"Is that good?" the messenger of Bansai took over: "A part of it will be transported by land, along our trade route through Riva to Spia. As for daily use, our country can bear some of it, and the waterways will be transported by the Gallo Empire, and it would be good to transport them twice more. It's just 200,000 slaves, and you don't have to go back when you're done, just stay in Spia!"

Cohen actually didn't want the 200,000 slaves, and was about to refuse, but when the words came to his mouth, he changed: "200,000 slaves, this number is indeed too big." The situation in the Cloud Road Empire is not very optimistic, so it would be good to send 100,000. Let's make up for the rest!"

One sentence was cut in half, and the Yunlu envoy was of course grateful, and the other envoys also regarded it as a sudden conscience discovery of His Majesty Cohen, and no one knew what he was thinking.

For His Majesty Cohen, Spia, with a population of tens of millions, played a negligible role in a mere 200,000 slaves, but if these 200,000 slaves were used for other purposes, the effect would be significant. Of course, this was just an idea, and he didn't have any detailed plans, but vaguely felt that this idea was feasible.

In the end, the foreign affairs, which were essentially peace negotiations for reparations, were finally settled, and the clerk of His Majesty Cohen took a pen and paper and wrote the contract, and the envoys of various countries signed the terms of the contract in eight copies and affixed their seals.

All countries, including Cohen, were quite satisfied with the contract, and the seven empires paid what they thought was a small price in exchange for the silence of the Sbia Empire on something, and more importantly, they saved face. And what about Majesty Cohen!, he was given a huge amount of scarce supplies, which were much more than gold coins during the Empire's reconstruction.

While they were fiddling with Wen Jiàn, the chief liaison officer stood at the door of the small flower hall with a smile.

"Okay, you guys must have come from afar, it must have been very hard, let's rest early today!" Majesty Cohen was undoubtedly a realistic person, and he immediately wanted to send off the guests: "Tomorrow's enthronement ceremony will take a long time, and you need to prepare." ”

"That's right, His Majesty the Emperor. At this time, the envoy of the Gallo Empire remembered something: "My Emperor Xià heard that Princess Qinlun likes small animals, and specially told his subordinates to bring thirty pairs of docile rare animals, these animals have been transported into the palace, if the emperor and Princess Qinlun are free, how about going to see together?"

When Princess Qinlun heard that there were small animals, her eyes had already lit up.

Cohen thought that there was nothing to do below, and he didn't want to spoil Qin Lun's excitement, so he nodded and agreed: "Okay, everyone take two steps first, and I'll explain a few words." ”

After the messengers left, Marfa stood by Cohen's side.

"Let's go!" Cohen picked up Jean Lun, "Let's talk as we go, how is the situation over there?"

"It was all right, the nobles waited on the way after leaving the palace, found a secluded place and quarreled with the governors, accusing each other of being untrustworthy. Marfa snickered: "It's really funny, they all took out the notes." ”

"And what are the consequences?" Cohen asked curiously, "I didn't think of what the Governors would do, they weren't in a good situation. ”

"I said boss, the so-called art has specialization, this sentence is not wrong at all, in fact, people on both sides are not clean. Marfa forced a smile: "The peace treaty they came up with is full of terms that are favorable to their side......"

"Really, they're all forgeries?" Cohen was slightly surprised, the agreement had been signed under his nose.

"I also just received the news that when the agreement was signed, the noble side used magic ink, and the statute of limitations will disappear. Marfa whispered, "And what about the governors, who had sent their henchmen to the feast to exchange the agreement with the nobles under the pretext of inviting the nobles the day before...... Anyway, the two sides are exchanging means, and it is very lively. ”

"So there's a meeting scene?, these two useless idiots!" Cohen shook his head slightly: "If that's the case, then it won't lead to anything." ”

"Yes, and then they dispersed. Speaking of this, Marfa frowned: "Boss, I don't think the nobles will swallow this breath." ”

"They can't swallow it, and I've been too merciful for a while. Cohen caught a glimpse of a familiar figure in the corridor in front of him, so he stopped: "After you go back, you have to arrange it well, I'm afraid that they won't make mistakes, remember, hurt less people, and do more iron cases." ”

"Understood, boss, don't worry. Marfa nodded in agreement.

"Help me hug Qin Lun. Cohen took a few steps forward with his free hands: "Prince Ulysses, what are you thinking so intently, is the view in the palace too beautiful?"

"Your Majesty is good. "Carl. Prince Ulysses slowly turned around and gave Cohen a bow.

"Don't dare to be, I'm not an emperor in the real sense yet. Cohen also used the same courtesy: "I know the character of the prince, and I haven't had time to thank you for those things in the coalition army, please don't be surprised." ”

"You're welcome. Prince Ulysses was worthy of being a man of extraordinary spirit, and when he heard this, he only smiled indifferently: "If Your Excellency does not want to claim to be the emperor, of course I hope to have a relaxed conversation with Your Excellency. ”

"That's true. Cohen took off his helmet and smiled and said, "Prince, have you ever sat on this railing? On the one hand, you will get rest, and on the other hand, you will be worried about being seen, and it is really refreshing to occasionally violate the rules of the palace." ”

"Of course I know, I also grew up in the court, and when I was a child, I was known as a harem destroyer. The prince leaned against the fence without pretentiousness: "Because later they became a family, they had to set an example for the little bandits, and they had to follow the rules." ”

"Really?" Cohen laughed, "The first time I saw the Prince, I thought you weren't like this!"

"I'm not surprised. The prince's gaze looked into the distance: "When I saw that my former subordinate generals had become a competent emperor, I had mixed feelings in my heart, although there was a slight deficiency, but your Excellency did a really good job. ”

After a moment of silence, Cohen replied with a wry smile: "Prince, this is not what I want. If I had a choice, I'd rather be that boy who doesn't know the sky. ”

"That's impossible. Prince Ulysses shook his head and said, "If you are an emperor for one day, you will never be able to avoid this fate for the rest of your life." (To be continued......)