From a son-in-law to a favorite of the empress

Chapter 466

Three major events happened today.

First, the exchange of prisoners was successfully completed.

Second, the signing of the armistice agreement is in progress.

Third, after hearing the news of the war in the north, Nurhaci finally couldn't wait any longer and was about to launch a general attack.

Everyone gathered in Zhou Yuan's manor, including Song Wu, Li He, and Liu Fang from the Five Military Camps, including Liu Daguang, the commander of the East City Military Command, including Luo Yunhe, the King of the Southern Tour, and his son Luo Zhiyuan, including Princess Qinshui, Guan Caixi, and Zhuang Xuansu.

The yard was very lively, but everyone was in a very heavy mood.

"General! Let's go back to the capital!"

Li He couldn't help but yelled: "As long as you give the order, our five military camps and 60,000 soldiers are willing to go north to fight and fight the Eastern Tartars."

Song Wu also shouted: "Yes, what's the point of staying in the south? We are all soldiers. I want to go back to the capital and fight the Eastern Tartars on the battlefield."

Princess Qinshui and Guan Caixi looked at each other. They were only worried about this kind of thing, but they didn't know what to do.

Zhuang Xuansu gritted his teeth and said: "The court must have His Majesty in charge. Prince Fu has no choice. He should go to Qingcheng Mountain to ask His Majesty to return to the capital."

She didn't understand big things, but she always stood by her master.

Zhou Yuan ignored them and asked in a low voice: "Guan Lu, have you contacted the people in Kolodiya?"

Guan Lu nodded immediately and said: "Yes, I have sent people to settle them down, just waiting for the adults' orders."

Zhou Yuan's heart finally settled down. Although he had expected the current situation, he still felt a little uncomfortable when it really happened.

But after receiving the craftsmen and drawings from Kolodiya, he finally felt better.

"There are many people today, prepare two tables for the banquet, and have a drink with them. I'm leaving."

Zhou Yuan's voice was full of heaviness.

Guan Lu changed color and said: "Leaving today? So urgent?"

"Leave after dinner."

After Zhou Yuan finished speaking, he began to invite everyone to sit down.

Everyone waited quietly, as if waiting for the so-called verdict.

The food was ready, and everyone sat at the table, but they were still waiting for news.

Finally, someone ran in from outside and handed the letter to Guan Lu.

Guan Lu hurried over and shouted, "Sir, there is a result!"

Zhou Yuan said directly, "Read it!"

Guan Lu said, "The Regent of the Great Jin Dynasty and His Majesty the King of Portugal have signed a contract to enable the two countries and their subjects to restore peace, share happiness, and prevent future disputes. The Regent of the Great Jin Dynasty specially summoned Qi Changshi, the first plenipotentiary minister of the Great Jin Dynasty and the Governor of Fujian and Guangdong, and His Majesty the King of Portugal specially summoned Macpherson, the Governor of Macau. They reviewed the imperial edicts and confirmed that they were all correct and flawless. They jointly agreed on the following terms:"

"Article 1: The Great Jin Dynasty recognizes that Macau and the surrounding waters are Portugal. The areas where the Kingdom of Yamen conducts business and production are unconditionally lent to the Kingdom of Portugal for use, which is reasonable and legal. "

"Second Article: The Jin Dynasty will open six trading ports to the Kingdom of Portugal, including Guangzhou, Huizhou, Chaozhou, Zhangzhou, Quanzhou, and Fuzhou. The Kingdom of Portugal can open factories, produce goods, sell goods, import and export goods, collect taxes and tariffs, independently legislate and recruit craftsmen. "

"Third Article: Based on the war in Guangdong Sea, the Jin Dynasty promises to compensate the Kingdom of Portugal for its losses, including but not limited to the losses of naval guns, personnel, and goods, totaling 1.8 million taels of silver, within three months One lump sum payment."

"Article 4: The Great Jin Dynasty unconditionally presents the Kingdom of Portugal with six 100-ton cargo ships."

"Article 5: The Great Jin Navy shall not patrol the coastal waters from Wenzhou Prefecture to Zhaoqing Prefecture in the Great Jin Dynasty."

"Article 6: The Great Jin Dynasty..."

"Bang!"

The cup fell to the ground, and Zhou Yuan shouted: "Stop reading! What the hell!"

He was livid, panting: "Eat, don't affect your mood!"

Luo Yunhe said bitterly: "It's a shame, a great shame, trade, compensation, and sending ships are not enough, but also give up the right to control the sea and patrol, the legislative and judicial power of the Great Jin Dynasty, and taxation, Haven't these Portuguese merchants become a country within the country of the Jin Dynasty? "

"How will the merchants along the coast survive in the future? How will the people live? Those Portuguese people can't even be controlled by the government, so they are unscrupulous and can do whatever they want. "

Guan Caixi was so angry that she slammed the table and pouted and said loudly: "Why! Why should the Jin Dynasty give money and ships but can't control them?"

Zhuang Xuansu gritted his teeth and said: "Your Majesty will never agree to such a humiliating treaty. The regent is too weak."

Princess Qinshui looked at Zhou Yuan, only to see that his face was extremely ugly and his fists were clenched.

She couldn't help but whispered: "Zhou Yuan, how about we talk about it again?"

Zhou YuanHe loosened his fist, took a deep breath, and said, "Let's eat, everyone. I'll have a few drinks with you today."

Liu Fang was smart. He knew Zhou Yuan was in a bad mood, so he quickly said, "Yes, let's have a few drinks. I haven't had a drink with the Grand Commander for a long time."

He picked up the wine glass and smiled, "I'll drink first to show my respect!"

After drinking a glass of wine, the hotness went into his throat, and his whole body trembled a few times.

Everyone also forced a smile and picked up chopsticks to eat, forcing the atmosphere.

But Guan Caixi was not a person with high emotional intelligence. He came directly to Zhou Yuan and said anxiously, "Zhou Yuan, didn't we agree? Why would we sign such a treaty? If it doesn't work, we will beat them again!"

Zhou Yuan couldn't listen to such stupid words, and directly winked at Princess Qinshui.

Princess Qinshui quickly pulled Guan Caixi away and whispered, "Don't mess around. Zhou Yuan is upset. If you continue to mess with him, he will beat you up."

"He dares!"

Guan Caixi pouted and said, "He can't take his anger out on me. It's not my fault."

Princess Qinshui sighed and said, "Sister Xiaoxi, you don't understand. Now the emperor has gone to Qingcheng Mountain to recuperate. Zhou Yuan has lost his official position and is still a wanted criminal. There are many things he can't do."

"Now there is bad news everywhere in Dajin. Zhou Yuan is under a lot of pressure. Don't make trouble for him."

Guan Caixi was a little unconfident and whispered, "I... I'm not making trouble. I just want to help, but unfortunately I can't."

Princess Qinshui said, "Don't bother him, you are helping him."

As soon as the voice fell, Zhou Yuan suddenly stood up.

Everyone looked at him with confusion.

Zhou Yuan said in a deep voice: "Please wait for your meal. I have something else to do. I will leave first."

After speaking, he strode out, unwilling to stay for a moment.

Li Yu'an put down her chopsticks and followed Zhou Yuan out.

Princess Qinshui also ran out and hugged Zhou Yuan.

She gritted her teeth and said: "Zhou Yuan, take care of yourself along the way. You must pay attention to safety. I am here, don't worry."

Zhou Yuan turned around, held her face, kissed her on the forehead, and said: "Take good care of Xiaoying, tell her not to run around, and wait for me in Xiangzhou."

"Yeah!"

Princess Qinshui looked like water and said: "I will wait for you too, come back early."

Zhou Yuan nodded, did not look back, got on the carriage, and headed north.

Princess Qinshui watched the carriage until it disappeared, and finally lowered her head and sighed softly.

The separation came too suddenly, and she couldn't get out of it for a while.

"What's wrong with you!"

Guan Caixi's voice came out of nowhere, scaring Princess Qinshui.

Then she waved her hand and said, "Nothing, go back to eat."

Guan Caixi said, "I saw him kiss you! Sister Qinshui! He is a married man! You are also a married woman!"

Princess Qinshui smiled and said, "So what? Not only do I want to be good to him, but I also want to be good to his wife. I, Chen Peixian, am not afraid of anything!"

"As for you, Xiaoxi, you'd better be honest and don't get into trouble."

"Zhou Yuan is gone, I'm the boss here, if you get into trouble, I'll let Guan Lu send someone to send you back to Shenjing."

Guan Caixi stamped her feet and said, "What are you so proud of! Who said I always get into trouble!"

Speaking of this, she seemed to think of something and hurriedly said, "Wait! Do you mean Zhou Yuan will be gone for a long time this time!"

Princess Qinshui sighed, "Yes, for a long time."

Guan Caixi stopped talking, just turned around with a dark face and left.

Princess Qinshui hurriedly said, "Hey, where are you going? You don't want to eat anymore!"

"No! Who wants to eat that meal?"

Guan Caixi was furious and went to the Xunnan Palace alone.