Zhenfubao waved his hand and the warehouse was full of grain, and the whole family regretted it

Chapter 395 This is our distinguished guest

Wule threw his head back and laughed loudly, the sound waves surging in the air:

“From now on, this is our territory.

Your General Shen and we Huns have a very close relationship.

We have just promised him a large sum of supplies, and he is very poor now, so he would be more than happy to receive them.

If you know what's good for you, stay out of my business. Otherwise, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

Huo Jun was so angry that he was shaking all over, his eyes red, and he shouted coldly: "Get out of here now! If you don't leave, I will kill you!"

When Wule heard this, a hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes and he waved his hand violently.

In an instant, the Hun soldiers behind him surged forward like a tide, and the sound of horse hooves and shouts intertwined into one.

Our own soldiers also reacted quickly, and the two sides were on the verge of a fight, and chaos broke out in an instant.

Just when the situation was about to get completely out of control, a burst of rapid and powerful horse hoof sounds came from afar.

Everyone's attention was drawn to the scene, where Huo Qing, under General Shen's command, was galloping towards them.

Huo Qing stood tall and straight, riding on a tall horse with a stern expression. He was Huo Jun's cousin.

Huo Qing pulled the reins, looked down at Huo Jun coldly and said:

"Huo Jun, who do you think you are?

This is our distinguished guest, you'd better not meddle in other people's business, otherwise, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

Huo Jun widened his eyes, staring at Huo Qing in disbelief, his chest heaving violently as he loudly questioned:

"What distinguished guest are you talking about? He's a Xiongnu! You're a soldier of the Great Qi, and you actually told me he's a distinguished guest?

How can you say such a thing?"

He turned abruptly, pointing to the panicked civilians not far away, whispering among themselves. His voice rose in pitch, almost to a roar: "Have you seen these people?"

Huo Qing frowned slightly, a hint of impatience flashed in his eyes, he turned his head away, and said in a cold and casual tone: "What does the common people have to do with me?"

Huo Jun said with disappointment: "You...how can you say such a thing?"

Huo Qing glanced at him coldly, then spurred his horse forward, his armor making a cold clanging sound as he moved.

"Huo Jun, it's true that you are a citizen of Da Qi, but don't forget that you are also a soldier under General Shen.

So, you'd better behave yourself and stop meddling in other people's business. Some things are not your business."

Huo Qing finished his words and dismounted swiftly. He walked a few steps to the Xiongnu general Wule, bowed slightly, and gestured for him to come. "General Wule, please come this way. Our general has specially sent me to negotiate with you."

Wule curled up a vague sneer at the corner of his mouth and snorted in response: "Okay, let's go now!"

After saying that, he took the lead and Huo Qing immediately followed. The two walked side by side towards the negotiation tent, with their respective personal soldiers following closely behind them.

Naitang quietly hid in the dark, and when they entered the tent, he held his breath and pricked up his ears to listen to the movements inside.

Inside the tent, negotiations between the two parties officially began.

Huo Qing spoke first, his voice clear and steady, neither humble nor arrogant:

“The town we are talking about has a very unique geographical location.

It is located on the border between Da Qi and the Xiongnu, and has always been an important pass of Da Qi.

For a long time, out of consideration for border security, we have imposed many restrictions on your personnel entering this town.

But now my general has a new idea and hopes to reach a cooperation with you."

Wule leaned back in his chair, legs crossed, arms folded across his chest. A hint of interest flashed in his eyes as he heard this. The corners of his mouth curled up as he sarcastically said, "Oh? What's your idea? Tell me about it."

Huo Qing said without changing his expression:

“My general intends to open this town and turn it into a trading area.

In this way, people on both sides can travel freely, exchange what they have and what they need, and trade.

This will not only promote economic prosperity for both sides, but also enhance mutual understanding and trust, turning hostility into friendship. Isn't that wonderful?"

Wule stroked his chin, narrowed his eyes, and after thinking for a moment, he said:

"It's a good idea, but what good will it do us Xiongnu?

We are not necessarily interested in Da Qi's products."

Huo Qing continued calmly:

"The Great Qi has a wide variety of goods, including silk, tea, and porcelain. Which one is not coveted by your nobles and common people?

After opening the trade zone, it will be easier for you to obtain these items and the prices will be more affordable.

Moreover, the wealth growth brought by trade was of great benefit to the Xiongnu's national strength."

Wule stared at Huo Qing with a sharp gaze and said in a deep voice, "Hmph, there's no such thing as a free meal. Tell me, what do you want?"

Huo Qing looked calm, met Wule's gaze, and said in an orderly manner:

"This is very simple. Since we are setting up a trade zone, you come here to do business and you have to pay us a certain amount of taxes according to the rules. Isn't this reasonable?

In addition, the supplies you promised us last time must be delivered as soon as possible."

Wule narrowed his eyes slightly, a cold light flashed in his eyes, and after a moment, he slowly nodded and said:

"Well, that sounds fair, but we have to be frank upfront.

For such a big thing, we must sign an agreement. Empty words won’t do.”

Huo Qing heard this, and the corners of his mouth rose slightly. He slowly took out a long-prepared agreement from his pocket and handed it to Wule:

"General, you are so straightforward! I just happened to bring the agreement with you today. You may wish to review it.

If there are no problems, please ask your general to come and sign.

With this, the matter is set in stone and the dust has settled.”

Wule reached out to take the agreement, unfolded it and examined it carefully. The tent became quiet for a moment, with only the rustling sound of flipping papers.

After a long pause, Wule raised his head and nodded again: "Okay, let's do this. Once this agreement is signed, we will be business partners from now on."

The two parties quickly reached an agreement. After everything was settled, Naitang quietly slipped out of the tent and rushed back to the city without stopping to find Lin Wanwan, Huo Jun and others.

Milk Candy spoke anxiously, "Squeak, squeak, squeak," while Milk Tea quickly translated: "They've reached an agreement. Shen Chongshan wants to open the border towns as trade zones, and the Xiongnu have agreed to pay taxes and deliver the promised supplies."

After hearing this, Lin Wanwan was shocked. How could Shen Chongshan make such a decision?

Once this place is opened, the people of Da Qi will lose an important barrier, and those Huns will not just sit back and do business.

This is like burying a bomb on the border of Da Qi that could explode at any time.

If they have any ill intentions in the future, it will be difficult for them to resist. This is really a risky move, too risky!

When Huo Jun heard the news, he was also struck by lightning. He was stunned and the whip in his hand slipped away unconsciously.

At this moment, Toffee started to squeak again.

Milk Tea quickly continued to translate: "There will be an operation tonight, let's go back now!"