Chapter 70
"Because the people in Dongchang and Jinyiwei are afraid of death." Wang Wenyan still smiled when he mentioned such a topic that was related to life and death. Li Xiao felt that the soles of his feet were cold. The man in front of him must be a man who can eat people without spitting out their bones.
This is the first time Li Xiao has seen this guy talk about killing people so lightly.
What makes Li Xiao even more frightened is that Wang Wenyan's mouth is like an ant, and he can trample people to death at any time. They are Jin Yiwei and Dongchang Fanzi who are regarded as scourges by the people of the capital and even the entire Ming Dynasty.
Dongchang is Wei Zhongxian's territory, but Wang Wenyan can extend his claws there. This shows the power of this smiling tiger in the capital.
"I understand, what you are saying is that if my people are revealed, you will kill me. Kill me too?"
"Hahaha! I guessed pretty much, but I'm still wrong about one thing."
"where?"
"Mr. Wang has no ability to decide your life or death. No matter what happens, you will live in good health. Looking at the capital, no one dares to touch you now. You blew up the gate of Shuntian Mansion, so he can climb up to the top of the dragon."
Lie down."
At this time, the shopkeeper brought the food and wine, and Wang Wenyan poured himself a glass of wine from the pot. Then he poured a glass for Li Xiao, made a gesture of invitation, and drank it all in one gulp. He also showed the glass to Li Xiao boldly.
end!
Li Xiao understood that this was to reassure him. He picked up the wine on the table and drank it too!
"In the final analysis, it's all for the country and the country of the Ming Dynasty. Now in the fight with the Tatars, our Ming Dynasty's chances of winning are too low. But with people like you, Brother Xiao, it will not be easy for the Tatars to defeat Shanhaiguan. Since both sides have
Without the strength to win, peace should come to Liaodong.
The war started in the last year of Wanli and has continued until now. Both the Ming Dynasty and the Tatars need to take a rest." Wang Wenyan took a sip of wine and his face turned a little rosy.
"Part of the agreement is to disband the Liao army. It just so happens that you also want to take this opportunity to disarm. That's why Cui Chengxiu said to me. Right?" Li Xiao stared back at Wang Wenyan.
"Haha! Cui Chengxiu said you were smart, but now you look more than smart. You are so smart that you look like a monster! You are right, what Cui Chengxiu said is what we meant. But we are all in the same boat, and he is familiar with you after all.
Some.
But I'm curious, how did you guess it? Logically speaking, no more than five people in the capital know about Cui Chengxiu and us. Aren't you afraid that we will kill and silence you?" Wang Wenyan looked at Li Xiao playfully, with even a look in his eyes.
There was a flash of cold light.
"Is it difficult? Cui Chengxiu is not a fool. It takes a good lobbyist to convince him. And you, Mr. Wang, are a very good lobbyist."
"Haha! I'd like to toast you with another drink, thank you for the compliment." Wang Wenyan picked up the wine glass with a smile, and poured it into his mouth regardless of whether Li Xiao drank or not.
"Speaking of silence...! You just said that no one in the capital can touch me, and no one dares to touch me. If you want to disarm, you need me to guard Shanhaiguan. Because you are also afraid of the Tatars coming to the capital.
.Your fight with Wei Zhongxian and others is nothing more than control of the Ming Dynasty.
If the Ming Dynasty is lost, all your fighting will be in vain. I am very curious as to why you believe what the Tatars say. I believe they really will not set foot in Shanhaiguan. You must know that more than 200,000 soldiers were abolished at once.
Wan, this is a very risky thing.
Once the Tatars attack, the Shanhaiguan defense line will be sieved everywhere. The Tatars have many cavalry, so it will not be easy to hold on."
"Hahaha! The reason is very simple. There are only more than 70,000 bannermen in the Tatars. Since your rise, you have wiped out nearly 6,000 bannermen.
The loss of one-tenth of their troops was fatal to the Tatars. Although they could be supplemented from other Jurchen tribes, in the end no Jianzhou Jurchens could fight.
What about the Ming Dynasty? There is more than enough defense, but not enough attack and plunder. Years of wars have led to a surge in military expenditures. What’s more, the loss of troops has humiliated the country, and Liaodong has been completely lost. The Ming Dynasty needs time to accumulate and recover both financial and material resources. Peace talks are in the interests of both parties.
It would be of no benefit to either side to continue the fight.
In fact, peace means that everyone is equally powerful and no one is willing to take action first."
"Sir Wang is indeed a master. He has taken the reactions of all parties into consideration. But I don't know why you came to see me today? It's probably not your turn to show up just for the matter of Green Pearl."
"You are wrong. Although Ming Dynasty is on the defensive now. But many people in the court still advocate fighting to the death. They are all things that can only be done while standing and talking. Some of them are still very energetic!
Once the news about His Majesty's meeting with Luzhu is spread, those people will dare to remonstrate in front of the palace. They are all impulsive people, and Your Majesty cannot afford to offend him. When the time comes, we, the lord and peacekeeper, will be buried alive with bullets. The Emperor will not
They will stand up for us, and our heads are the best thing that can quell public anger.
Now you understand why I am so cruel?"
"Between other people's lives and your own, it is better to sacrifice other people's lives. I understand what you mean. Don't worry, my people will not tell anyone. If there is any leakage, military law will be dealt with." Li Xiao happily fucked Wang Wenyan
Had a cup.
Li Xiao discovered that anyone who can get along well has one characteristic, and that is honesty. Everything Wang Wenyan said to him in a short period of time was all honest. It is difficult to make people suspicious of such a person!
Moreover, this guy is particularly good at linking his own interests with the interests of others. Many times, common interests are the solid foundation for cooperation.
"It's great to talk to smart people. I'm very curious about what kind of place your island is. If I'm right, you must have made those colored glazes yourself. There are also a lot of soaps appearing in the capital recently. This
Everything came from Chen Hailong in Shandong.
By chance, we found out that Chen Hailong and you have a close relationship. Brother Xiao’s hands are such a pair of rakes for money!"
"There's nothing I can do. There are so many brothers who are just following me for a living. If I don't make some money, everyone will just drink the northwest wind."
"Brother Xiao! If you have money, everyone can make it. Chen Hailong can only take care of the coast of Shandong. If you cooperate with us, the entire Jiangnan will be yours. All your things will be sold to Jiangnan through our network. Don't say anything else.
, this glass alone can make you rich."
"Okay! After I get back, I will increase production. Just wait a moment, Mr. Wang, and someone will contact you."
"Okay! It's great!" Wang Wenyan was overjoyed and raised his wine glass to Li Xiao again. Today we talked about things and got benefits at the same time. Killing two birds with one stone is indeed a pleasure. You know, once those glazed glasses arrive in Jiangnan, they will have a great impact on Jiangnan.
The clan has a fatal attraction, and the price will be sky-high.
"Now that we're done talking, can we leave?"
"Haha! Without delaying Brother Xiao's business, I'll say goodbye!"
"My father-in-law, Li Xiao takes leave." Li Xiao bowed his hands to the old man behind him and walked towards the door under Wang Wenyan's astonished eyes.
"Haha! Little brother, please walk slowly. The road is long and there are many alleys. Once you take a wrong turn, you might get lost. Where you go, only God knows." The old man sat still, but his voice was clear.
passed into Li Xiao's ears.
"May I ask what I call my father-in-law?"
Chapter completed!