Tong City, Rare Treasures Pavilion
"You mean your emperor of Northern Liang not only agreed to your proposal, but even suggested the terms of the exchange with those two countries himself?"
Inside the secret chamber, Yang Qing looked at Jiang Zhizhou, who had just returned from the imperial palace of Northern Liang.
"That's right. He also put me in charge of the mission to Southern Xun. As for Eastern Hao, he'll send someone else."
With that, Jiang Zhizhou pulled a small bundle out from behind him. "Time is pressing. I have to leave right away."
What he did not mention was that Duan Ziqian had also instructed him to undertake this mission to Southern Xun alone, both to save time and to present a smaller target.
Moreover, to prevent Duan Hongzhuo's men from discovering their intentions, the imperial family would not intervene even if Jiang Zhizhou was intercepted along the way.
Of course, they hoped all the more that Duan Hongzhuo would remain completely unaware.
That would be the best outcome.
But anything could happen along the way, and no one could predict it.
"The Ruler of Southern Xun has a violent temper and an insatiable appetite for gain. You might try whetting his appetite first, and make him understand what will happen to Southern Xun if he refuses to send troops to help you."
Yang Qing told Jiang Zhizhou, "Once you've reached a conclusion in your negotiations, offer them the benefits Duan Ziqian has settled on."
"That way, the king of Southern Xun will think he's gained an even greater advantage, and put more effort into helping you."
"Understood." Jiang Zhizhou nodded. "Stay here and rest properly until I return."
With that, Jiang Zhizhou left the Rare Treasures Pavilion.
After a brief pause, Yang Qing told Bu Er, "Send