Add Bookmark | Recommend this book | Back to the book page | My bookshelf | Mobile Reading

Free Web Novel,Novel online - All in oicq.net -> Historic -> Rebuilding China

Text Episode 21 Chapter 6 Mongolian Gift

Previous page        Return to Catalog        Next page

.    The tow mines come quickly.  He took off his uniform.  Changed into the uniform of a Mongolian noble.  When wearing secondary armor.  There is also a unique style.  Let Lu.  Zhang and the two secretly cheered.  What a heroic and heroic fourth prince of Mongolia.

    Luhetni was with Tuo Lei.  She stood behind Tou Lei.  When I saw the two Song envoys, they both went out to greet them.  Take a step forward quickly.  He introduced the two of them in a low voice.

    Tuo Lei slowly stepped forward without moving.  Looking at Lu Ziyu, he said: "As soon as Tuo Lei came back, I heard that Envoy Lu is a smart and learned man. It is Tuo Lei's honor to meet you!"

    Lu Ziyu¡¯s expression remained as usual.  With admiration: "There. There. I have long heard that the fourth prince of Mongolia, Tuo Lei, is brave and wise. He is invincible. It's just that I have never had the opportunity to see him. Today, I can meet the prince. It comforts me for a lifetime. It is rude of Ziyu to say it. Although I know  The Fourth Prince is here today. But he thought that the Fourth Prince was going to get together with his family, so he wanted to visit tomorrow. I don¡¯t want to have this delay but let the Prince come over. I¡¯m really sorry!" he said.  I apologized profusely.  He looked embarrassed.

    "You're welcome. I heard that my sister Azhaibeji has given birth to a prince for your country. Although our two countries had disputes in the past, we are now a family. In the past, I lived in Jiankang. I even went to the streets with your Majesty.  Encounter by chance. Although some things will be unpleasant in the future, that is all in the past. Now Song and Meng have signed a peace treaty. In order for Mongolia and Song to be in harmony forever, Envoy Lu has a long way to go! "Tou|" said calmly. Calmly.  He touched the other person, which made Lu Ziyu's smile a little forced. Then he looked at Zhang Tiangang.

    "Zhang Gang, the deputy envoy of the Song Dynasty to Mongolia, has met the four princes of Tuo Lei!" Zhang Tiangang stepped forward and reported his position.  Let Tuo Lei and So Lu He Tie Ni look at each other.  But he didn't say anything.

    After some pleasantries.  Lu Zi|Let the Tuo Lei people enter the embassy.  Zhang Tiangang is keeping him company!

    Tuo Lei¡¯s visit at this moment seems to be a courtesy.  Not aggressively.  Instead, he gently asked about some situations in the Song Dynasty.  Yu Lu Ziyu didn't mind the intentionally vague answers.  Instead, respond with tolerance and understanding.  The two of them were a little surprised.  They couldn't grasp why Tolui came to visit them.

    "Actually speaking, Azhai and I were close friends in the past. She gave birth to a boy. As an uncle, I can't go and congratulate her in person. It's not the right thing to do. If there are no gifts, it is really unjustifiable. Ruhetni handed over the gift list.  To you two adults!" Tuo Lei chatted for a while.  Suddenly he said something to Solu Hetini.

    Soluhetini, who had been prepared for a long time, handed over a list.  Lu Ziyu motioned for Gang to take it.  The latter glanced at his eyebrows.

    The writing above is Mongolian, which was just beginning to circulate among the upper classes of Mongolia, because this writing was new.  So there are many non-standard methods.  The written exchanges between Song and Mongolia were under normal circumstances.  In order to avoid misunderstandings between the two parties due to language barriers, Yelu Chucai, who is responsible for this matter, will attach the Chinese version after the Mongolian version, just like today's purely Mongolian version.  It¡¯s the first time!

    Zhang Tiangang doesn¡¯t know much about Mongolian. After all, this kind of writing is only spread among the grassland nobles.  Little is known about it from the outside world.  Although this is just a gift list.  It's not a credential.  But this is the head of the most powerful kings in Mongolia.  A gift note sent by the current Great Khan¡¯s biological brother.  No one can underestimate it.

    ?Think about it.  Zhang Tiangang said nothing.  Pass the gift list to Lu Ziyu.  The latter took it and took a look.  I understood immediately.  He knows a lot about Mongolian.  Look carefully at the contents of the gift list.  Starting from the first day of junior high school.  I was shocked by Tuo Lei's generosity.  Needless to say, gold, silver, jewelry and other items.  Some unheard-of items were even more eye-opening for Lu Ziyu.  The most special thing is that there are many slaves of various races.  Its ethnic names are diverse.  It made Lu Ziyu feel dizzy.  It is not clear at all what kind of alien race these people are.

    However, there are no military supplies such as war horses on this gift list.  Compared with a thousand horses in a large nest.  This gift list is more like an elder who loves luxury.  Playthings for juniors.

    It¡¯s just that the gift list specified at the end that this gift was for His Royal Highness Zhao Jie, the Crown Prince of the Song Dynasty.  This made Lu Ziyu's face look a little ugly.

    The story of Azhaibieji giving birth to a prince for the Song Dynasty.  Everyone in the Song Dynasty knows this.  Originally this was nothing.  But Zhao has only such a son.  The other concubines have nothing to do.  This leads to a question: Who should he inherit the throne of the Song Dynasty?

    Should.  Then he deserves to be the crown prince.  Then he is just a prince.  At most, he can be made a prince.

    This matter was finalized by the Jiankang court.  And this matter is related to the palace.  Even the national unification continued.  Foreign ministers like Lu Ziyu are not allowed to express their opinions casually.

    But Tuo Lei¡¯s gift list clearly stated that it was for the Crown Prince of the Song Dynasty.  If the Song Dynasty accepts this gift list.  That means Da Song acquiesces that there is no problem with the other party's title.  Prince Zhao Jie is the crown prince of the Song Dynasty.  But this will leave endless hidden dangers for the Song Dynasty.  The very least.  If Zhao has another son.  Zhao Jie failed to becomeson.  Then Mongolia would have reason to intervene.  in other words.  Lu Ziyu gave Mongolia an excuse.  If things change in the future.  The first one is suspected.  He was the one to deal with.

    This gift list is comparable to Wo Kuotai¡¯s gift | It¡¯s so nice!

    Think about it for a moment.  Lu Ziyu suddenly smiled.  He said coolly: "This gift from the Fourth Prince is indeed valuable. On behalf of Your Majesty, I would like to thank the Fourth Prince!"

    Tuo Lei¡¯s eyes flashed.  He also smiled and said: "You can't be too stingy with the gifts your uncle gives to your nephew. The gifts will be delivered later. Envoy Lu can count them according to the gift list. If you have any questions, you can come to me directly!"

    "You're welcome. There is just one thing that Ziyu has to ask the Fourth Prince to forgive. Although the Fourth Prince wants to give a gift to Prince Jie, the Fourth Prince is actually the head of the Mongolian kings. As the saying goes, nothing is trivial in an emperor's family. So I still have to ask for your forgiveness.  I want to ask the Fourth Prince to write a document to me, the First Emperor of the Song Dynasty, so that Ziyu can hand it over to His Majesty. Then even if Ziyu is willing to accept this gift. Whether Your Majesty will accept it or not is still a matter of choice!" Lu Ziyu smiled unabated.  Look at the drag mine.

    Tuo Lei pondered for a moment.  I feel the same way.  You give a gift to someone's son.  At least give the other party a reason.  Just about to agree.  But he found that Solu Hetini was secretly pulling on him.  This action made him very unhappy.  But he didn't express it.  He didn't even look at Solu Hetini.  He said calmly to Lu Ziyu: "Okay, I will write a document and take it back to you when I get back. Tuo Lei can't stay too long today. I will come to disturb him again. Goodbye!" After saying that, Tuo Lei stood up and wanted to go out.  Lu Ziyu and the other two quickly stood up to see off their guests.

    Send the two Tuo Lei away.  Lu Ziyu and Zhang Tiangang returned to the house.  Lu Ziyu held the gift list.  He smiled bitterly at Zhang Tiangang and said: "This Tuo Lei. He really has other plans for me, the Song Dynasty. Look, he even gives gifts to Prince Jie

    If the name of the son goes to Jiankang, won't it cause a stir?  "

    Zhang Tiangang was startled.  Such exchanges between countries.  Titles are extremely important.  The prince is the prince and the prince is the crown prince. This must not be confused.  Even if the Mongolian language is new.  But this language serves politics first.  The distinction is very clear in this regard. The credentials submitted by Yelu Chucai can clearly indicate this.

    At this moment, listening to Lu Ziyu say this is not Mongolian.  He took the sheepskin again and looked at it again before finally putting it down.  He said with a little caution: "Mr. Lu, when I left Jian, I heard that the Prime Minister and several major lords once again gave His Majesty a discount. They asked Your Majesty to accept concubines. Although Your Majesty is staying in China, there is no guarantee that something will not happen.  . Sir, look at this"

    No need to say it explicitly later.  Lu Ziyu also knew that he was telling himself.  Can a prince become a prince?  It will be some years before we know for sure.  With the friendship between the two.  The other party mentioned this.  It can indeed be regarded as the most benevolent and righteous.  Not even hiding.  He smiled lightly and said: "This fourth prince thinks he is smart. But doesn't he know? Are all the Mongolian documents sent to Jiankang translated into Chinese? Let's write another gift note in Chinese. As for the title issue, just assume that the other party doesn't know.  The truth is covered up. I believe Lord Wengui can understand our difficulties."

    Zhang Tiangang put his hands on his hands and laughed: "That's right. Your Excellency is indeed experienced in handling problems. I just don't know what the purpose of this dragger is in giving these gifts?"

    "Nothing else!" Lu Ziyu snorted coldly.  "The first is to test the reality of our Song Dynasty. The second is to plant a few eyes and ears in our Song Dynasty. Look, the total number of these slaves is 3,672. It is really simple to arrange a few people.¡±

    ??Looked at the symbols representing numbers.  Zhang Tiangang thought for a while.  Suddenly he said: "This person has great ambitions to drag Lei. But he has no intention of seizing the throne. I'm afraid it will end badly!"

    "Did you see it too?" Lu Ziyu was surprised that the other party could see this.  "Based on the current relationship between Song and Mongolia. If there is any change in Tuo Lei, the actions of Song Dynasty are also crucial. But Tuo Lei asked so many questions today. There is no sign that he has any intention of contacting Song Dynasty.  Instead, he revealed his undying ambition for the Song Dynasty. It seems that he still has delusions about the Song Dynasty." "Then how about we help him?"

    Zhang Tiangang and Lu Ziyu glanced at each other.  At the same time, he smiled knowingly.

    Tuo Lei¡¯s expression was grim as he walked out of the Song Embassy.  He walked back to the camp without saying a word.

    He Tie Ni was careful around him.  He wanted to speak but stopped.  Nothing was said in the end.  Silently followed back to his tent.  Lei was about to write a letter to Zhao of Song Dynasty.  Solu Hetini couldn't bear it any longer.  Pull him.  He said softly: "Tuo Lei. If you want to write to the Emperor of Song Dynasty, it is best to give the letter to the Great Khan for review first, and then ask the Great Khan to forward it to the Song envoy. This is better!"

    Tuo Lei frowned.  He said unhappily: "I know. I will send a copy to the Khan later. If there is nothing else, you should leave first!"

    Luhe Tieni saw Tuo Lei like this.  The worry in my heart is even worse.  He simply said directly: "Tuo Lei. I think it's hard for you on your expedition. And we haven't seen each other for such a long time.Why don't you tell the Khan about it.  Let you lift your military power.  Would you like to stay with us, mother and son, for a while?  "

    The drag thunder stopped.  The good genius raised his head.  Keep an eye on Solu Hetini.  The latter made no secret of his worries.  Look directly at him.

    "what are you worried about?"

    Luhetini looks at four.  I found that I and my husband were alone.  Still whispering: "During the time you left, Khan did a lot of things. Because he was dissatisfied with some of the Khan's actions. Minmul, Duolao Wen, and Harimu took their tribes to join the Song Dynasty. On the grassland  Spread the word. Don¡¯t you know?¡±

    "They are Mongolian disciples. I was thinking about asking the Great Khan in a few days to ask the Song Dynasty to hand over these three people and send the tribal herdsmen they took away back to the grassland. I know what you want to say. Even if they have been  It's my tribe. I will never tolerate it!" Tuo Lei said firmly.  There is no room for change.

    Luhetini opened his mouth to speak.  The words took a turn when they reached his lips.  He said tactfully: "Since the third brother became the Great Khan of Mongolia, he has changed a lot. There are some things I think we should avoid suspicion. You gave gifts to Achaibeji's son. It's okay. Many princes and ministers in Mongolia, including most of them, gave gifts to him.  Yes. But you have to communicate with the Emperor of Song Dynasty. I don¡¯t think it¡¯s appropriate. It¡¯s better to report this matter to the Great Khan first and then worry about it!¡±

    "What on earth are you trying to say? Are you saying what will Third Brother do to me because of this letter? Tell you. I promised my father that I will protect Third Brother this whole life. I am asking myself whether the light will fall. There is nothing wrong with it.  It's human nature. Why worry about this? Father Khan once said that men's important matters are important. Women should stop interrupting!" Tuo Lei said something angrily.  Throw away the pen.  Sit and get angry.

    Luhetini did not lose his temper and sat aside to wait for the thunder to subside.  Then he changed the subject: "You arranged for so many people to go to Song Dynasty. Who do you want to be responsible for the news there?"

    Tuo Lei glanced at her and said casually: "Kublai Khan performed very well in this Western Expedition. I want to take responsibility for this matter."

    ?Think about it.  Lu Hetie also nodded: "Kublai Khan has been interested in Han things since he was a child. I heard that he even learned Chinese characters from others. How about he not being good at it?"

    "Don't worry about that!" It seemed to be what he meant.  A smile appeared on Tuo Lei's tense face.  "Not only can he speak Chinese, but he can also read Han Chinese books. During the Western Expedition, he took out a Han Chinese military book "The Art of War" and used the knowledge above to help me win several victories. He will definitely be qualified for this task.  matter."

    Luhetini also nodded slightly.  Then he said: "The Great Khan and Zhongshu Ling have always said that they want to maintain peace with the Song Dynasty. What do you think?"

    Lei¡¯s face became serious again.  He snorted dissatisfiedly: "You shouldn't care about such problems. You should pay more attention to the children!"

    He sighed helplessly in his heart.  Solu Hetini shook his head.  Give up persuasion.  Turn around and leave the tent.  she knows.  No matter what.  His own husband would not leave his army.  He will definitely fight for the opportunity to lead the army in front of the Great Khan.  But she sensed some danger from some of the Khan's actions.  But she couldn't express the danger.  On the surface.  Ogedai was very good to them.  Even too good to be true.  If she said so.  Not only did Tou Lei not believe it.  You may even think that she is trying to provoke others.

    Get out of the tent.  Ruhetenni saw his four sons outside.  Press down the worry in your heart.  Walk towards them with a smile!

    After Tuo Lei wrote the paperwork.  I want someone to send it directly to Lu Ziyu.  Just when you are ready to call someone.  I remembered something my wife said.  There was a slight hesitation.  It is better to have someone deliver the documents to the Great Khan first.

    A secret letter.  Explain the reason for doing this.

    The document was delivered shortly.  Yelu Chucai, who was preparing for the party, went back to his first bed.  Then he handed him the paperwork sent by Tuo Lei.  He took the document and glanced through it hastily.  Yelu Chucai smiled: "This is how the Fourth Prince expresses his feelings to the Great Khan. However, his actions have reminded the ministers. Although there is a secret agreement in hand, the Song Dynasty cannot ignore it!"

    Wo Kuotai¡¯s eyes flickered.  After a long time, he whispered: "If he is allowed to contact the Song Dynasty, will it"

    The next words were not spoken.  Yelu Chucai understands.  The Great Khan is most concerned about the Fourth Prince now.  Put everything else aside first

    Thinking carefully for a moment.  Lu Cai's tone was a little low: "With Cai's knowledge over the years, if the kings and ministers in the Song Dynasty knew about the situation of the fourth prince Tuo Lei, they would probably take action. Even the two envoys from the Song Pavilion might do something. It's just a slight  I have something to say. Mongolia cannot withstand the civil strife now. The Great Khan must be cautious."

    Wo Kuotai touched his beard a little irritably.  Subconsciously he picked up the wine bowl in front of him.  Only to find it was empty.  When he was about to greet the attendants, he found that all the attendants had been kicked out by him.

    "Bang!" Wo Kuotai placed the exquisite wine bowl on top.  The eyes are a little red? He said angrily: "Are you just looking at it like this? Father Khan personally passed on the title of Great Khan to me. I am the legitimate Great Khan of Mongolia."

    Yelu Chucai showed no sign of Wokuotai's irritability.  Ran said calmly: "The title of Great Khan was determined by the Great Khan first. This is something everyone knows. It's just that many of the military forces under the Great Khan are controlled by the four princes. This is also a fact. The Great Khan. Those who plot things. The most taboo is to be conceited.  Impatience. What¡¯s more, we still have the upper hand now!"

    Wo Kuotai¡¯s eyes lit up.  He shouted: "I know there is a way to grow a beard. Tell me!"

    "Khan. Wei Chen has been working hard to establish the authority of the Great Khan over the years. Although there has been some progress among many tribes, there are still many people who are not satisfied with the authority of the Great Khan. It has not yet been implemented in every corner of Mongolia. But these  You can let it go first. Now the Great Khan is compared to the four princes. In terms of popularity, reputation, and even political achievements, they far surpass him. The herdsmen on the Mongolian grasslands now, and the people in the West who are afraid of the Wu children. Who?  Don¡¯t you praise the Great Khan¡¯s wisdom and wisdom?¡±

    Yelu Chucai glanced at Wo Kuotai and found that he smiled and seemed very happy.  Then he continued: "The only thing that the Fourth Prince can rival the Great Khan is military merit. The thousands of miles of western expedition brought back countless wealth and slaves. This makes the Great Khan somewhat inferior. But the Great Khan forgot that the Song Dynasty had reached a secret agreement with us.  ? What's more, we have been preparing for many years and now the Western Expedition army has returned to the grassland. It is even more powerful. However, the opponent has been in civil strife in recent years and is extremely weak. If the Great Khan personally conquers it, he will definitely be able to return victorious. By then, the Khan will fulfill the last wish of the First Great Khan  Take advantage of the prestige of the First Khan and establish the authority of the Great Khan. Who else do you need to fear?"

    With these words, Wo Kuotai felt very happy.  Lian praised: "You are really my master in governing the world. Once you tell me anything, I will no longer have troubles. So what should I do with this document?"

    "This is a good thing. Since the fourth prince has this intention, the Great Khan can also take advantage of the situation to send some gifts. Then test the Song Dynasty's intentions. See if they are sincere in making a secret agreement!" Yelu Chucai handed back the sheepskin document.  .  All smiles.

    Wo Kuotai nodded repeatedly.  He discussed with Yelu Chucai for a while.  Then he let him leave with satisfaction.

    At the celebratory bonfire party that day.  Wokuotai held Tuo Lei affectionately.  Drink happily with many royal relatives and ministers.  He has said publicly several times that Tuo Lei is his dearest brother.  It is his steel knife that blocks all disasters.

    Tuo Lei, whose face was red after drinking, repeatedly expressed his loyalty to Wokuotai.  And renewed the vows made in the past.  This made many Mongolian dignitaries very happy.  Some people even think that Ogedai will definitely pass the Khan position to Tuo Lei.

    At the end of the party.  Wokuotai seemed to accidentally talk about Tuo Lei's gift to the Song Dynasty.  He also said that he cannot be stingy.  Not only give gifts to Zhao Jie.  I also want to give a gift to my sister Asashi Hai.  He said a lot of things.  Other Mongolian nobles also responded.  The last gift given to Zhao Jie filled dozens of carts.  As for slaves.  It even increased to an exaggerated number of more than 10,000 people.  Two-thirds of them are Wo Kuotai.  It was a gift from Tuo Lei's uncle.  One-third was given by other Mongolian dignitaries.

    These gifts are nominally given to Azhai Bieji and Zhao Jie.  In name, it cannot be regarded as a gift between countries.  This means that the only ones who can use these gifts are Acihaibieji or Zhao Jie.  And Zhao Jie is young.  Unable to govern.  The owner of this batch of gifts can only be Azhaibeji.  It doesn't matter whether this is the case in fact or not.

    Lu Yu and Zhang Tiangang, who were invited to the party, saw this scene.  They all smiled bitterly.  Even an idiot can see that.  Meng had a deep meaning in doing this.  But this is not something they can control.  Now I can only send the situation.  How to do it specifically will let Jiankang go away from the headache!

    The third day after the party.  A large number of gifts and slaves have been prepared.  To ensure safety.  Wokuotai even sent a thousand-man team from Qie Xue's army to escort them.  Also accompanying him was Ogedai's special envoy Odura Heman.  This person was recommended by Tolegona, the great queen of Ogedai.  Very trusted by Wo Kuotai.  There was even an intention to hand over taxation to him.  But Yelu Chucai objected.  Then he gave up.  Let him go this time.  He was also asked to make a contribution.  It's very convenient to promote.

    Lu Ziyu also sent his entourage to follow the gift-giving team back home.  As for the specific situation.  He had already given detailed information.  Let the Song merchants who travel between Song and Meng take it back.

    After the Song-Mongolia peace treaty was signed.  The exchanges between the two countries are extremely frequent.  Many supplies in the Song Dynasty were needed by Mongolia.  Many Mongolian specialties were also wanted by the Song Dynasty.  Coupled with deliberate restraint on both sides.  and jointly combating horse thieves.  Therefore, the commercial trade between the two parties is getting bigger and bigger.  The Northern Jin Kingdom was able to enter the recovery period so quickly.  Trade between Song and Mongolia played a big role.

    This large gift-giving team entered the Song Dynasty from the border of Song, Xia and Mongolia.  Then pass the Yellow River Ferry.  Send gifts to Jiankang quickly.  As for the cowardly Xue army accompanying him.  After reaching the border of Song Dynasty, he was newly appointedThe governor of Hedong, Yu Jie, asked him to come back.  And sent the elite warriors of the Red Dragon Legion to escort the gift south.

    When these gifts arrive.  The news that Mongolia sent troops to Xixia arrived almost at the same time!
Didn't finish reading? Add this book to your favoritesI'm a member and bookmarked this chapterCopy the address of this book and recommend it to your friends for pointsChapter error? Click here to report