Looking at Murong Ke, who was still sobbing in the middle of the banquet, Shen Zhezi really had to sigh that he was indeed extraordinary, no wonder Wen Fangzhi had praised him a lot before.

At least in Shen Zhezi's opinion, he did not despise this Murong Ke because of his prostrate begging, but thought a little more highly, capable people must have temper, which stems from self-confidence in himself. But having a temper does not mean being on the shelf, everyone has a weak and difficult time, and when there is a need, press yourself deep into the dust, which is not something that everyone can do.

Shen Zhezi does have the status of sitting in the hall and listening to people's pleas now, but he was not born like this, especially in the first period when he first came to this world, in order to ask to see his teacher Ji Zhan, he tried his best to splash and roll; was coerced into Taicheng by Yu Liang, and his life was involuntary. Not only to be a grandson, but also the kind of grandson whose head is always in his hand.

And this Murong Ke, according to Wen Fangzhi's observation during this time, was in a worse situation than Shen Zhezi back then. Although the Shen family was on the verge of no return, at least Shen Zhezi had the backing of the entire family behind him, especially his father's trust and support for him.

But this Murong Ke can actually be said to be exhausted. For example, when Feng Yi and the others faced his strong persecution, they even had the confidence to resist a little, even if they died in Huainan, at least Murong Hao would be more kind to their clansmen who stayed in Liaodong.

But Murong Ke really didn't have the qualifications, even if he died, it could only be a meaningless death. Even if he doesn't die in Huainan, after returning to Liaodi, he will not be treated well by his father and brother, and maybe even more desolate. His only chance was to make this collaboration happen, and in a way that didn't lose his dignity.

Yes, this kind of posture of wagging his tail and begging for mercy, Murong Ke can do it, but he can't seal them. Murong Ke also has a little filial piety blessing, if they have to rely on self-deprecation to obtain cooperation, first of all, it is a denial of self, and secondly, Murong Ke may not allow them to use this humiliating way.

It was not surprising that Murong Ke was able to make such a move, but it was remarkable to be able to weigh the pros and cons thoroughly and then react quickly in such a short period of time.

Therefore, Shen Zhezi did not hesitate to praise and give Murong Ke a rather high evaluation.

However, Shen Dadudu's words made Murong Ke unhappy, because he understood that the higher he was touted, the more he needed to be attached to Huainan, and if he returned to Liaodi, it would be even more incompatible with his brothers, and more importantly, the greater the resentment of these vassals against him. Because of Murong Ke's moral integrity, it can be said that it is reflected through their incompetence.

As Shen Zhezi's attitude turned relaxed, the banquet continued, but the atmosphere could be said to be extremely embarrassing. Because of the good words of Governor Shen, Murong Ke naturally became the focus of the banquet.

As for Feng Yi and others, they are like sitting on pins and needles, if they can be strong and not afraid of oppression, they still have the integrity to boast of, but now that things have clearly taken a turn for the better, if they still speak hard, it is a stupid choice.

But fortunately, in the second half of the banquet, the Huainan Governor's Mansion finally gave them a satisfactory answer. Shen Zhezi personally stated at the banquet that the support for Liaodi would be divided into three aspects.

The first was direct military support, and then the Governorate would use the Yellow River as a starting point to continue its offensive against Hebei. Once Shi Zhao's south became no longer calm, Shi Hu did not dare to use a large number of troops between the secluded and the peaceful. Although it is not yet possible to completely solve the military problem in Liaodi, it can be regarded as greatly alleviating the danger of the fall of the Murong clan.

The second is the support of the title, the title of the Duke of Liaodong County of the Murong clan and the official position of the assassin of Pingzhou, Shen Zhezi expressed his willingness to play in Taichung to ask for a reply, but such as the title of Da Shan Yu and the over-standard treatment of the system and worship, don't count on it. This is tantamount to pressing the Murong clan from its original status as a feudal domain to the position of an ordinary square town at once.

The third is to carry out formal trade exchanges, and the Murong clan can gather the products of Liaodi itself to carry out trade exchanges with Huainan, and take Huainan goods to the local area.

Of course, Huainan is not without requirements for the Murong family, and it is quite demanding.

First of all, it is naturally qualified, although this will not be clear in the article, but it must be done. There was nothing to argue about, and when Murong Ke was selected as an envoy, Murong Ke had already acquiesced.

The second is that Murong Hao must plead guilty to the Jiangdong Imperial Court and declare his determination not to stand with Shi Zhao and resist to the end, and there is nothing to say if he swears not to stand with Shi Zhao, the butcher's knife must be put on his neck, and there is basically no possibility of peace. And the Murong family didn't say this once or twice, what should be done after the time passes, and it has to be treated specifically.

But about the section on asking for guilt, Feng Yi and others have a lot of complaints, why do they ask for guilt, and what is the crime they are invited? Of course, this is only a matter of face, and it is not impossible to make concessions when necessary.

There is another point that Feng Yi and others cannot accept, that is, the Huainan Governor's Office asked the Murong clan to send troops to provide a port for trade, and the location was also chosen, that is, Ma Shijin, which is located on the Liaodong Peninsula, and Huainan selected officials to govern it directly. And Ma Shijin is the Port of Arthur in later generations.

To be honest, Feng Yi and the others had long thought that this trip would not be easy, and Huainan would definitely overwhelm people with power, but they didn't expect the conditions to be so harsh. Especially in the end, Huainan asked to directly manage Ma Shijin, which is tantamount to directly placing an outpost in Liaodi!

Although Huainan said it very well, it fully supported the Murong clan in terms of military, position, and goods. But if you really analyze it carefully, all three conditions are extremely moisture.

First of all, whether Huainan will send troops or not, how large the scale of the troops will be, and whether it can bring substantial containment to Shi Zhao is unknown.

As for the issue of titles, it is even more ridiculous, these titles and official positions themselves were canonized by the Jin court when Murong Hao's father Murong Diao was alive, and it was wrong for the court to take it without guilt.

Now it's just that the name that originally belonged to the Murong family is returned again, and the most important items have been cut off, which also has the face to say that it is strong support? It's simply using the Murong family as a drowning weapon, taking it out when it's in use, and throwing it aside when it's not in use.

Ren Shihu also directly promised the prince, although it turned out to be a pit, but the disparity was too great. Huainan is also a pit person, and even directly deprived the Murong family of the status of a vassal from the title, and regarded it as an enclave prefecture and county.

The final issue of commerce and trade is completely in the open. I will buy you a rice grain armor knife from the stones and roots that are all over the mountains, will you sell it? It is difficult to make a living in Liaodi now, how much goods can be traded?

After talking so much, Huainan doesn't take out anything substantial, but wants to cut off a Ma Shijin from Liaodi, which is called cooperation?

And Huainan is also full of words, Liaodi is barren, the so-called trade itself is funding you, is it unreasonable to ask you to provide a trading venue?

Moreover, the requested Ma Shijin is still in the hands of Murong Ren at the moment, and being willing to talk to you Murong Hao's subordinates has already given a lot of face. Otherwise, I can ignore you at all. But if you don't even agree to such generous demands, what is there to talk about?

The two sides quarreled like this, and each felt that the other was really insincere, so naturally it quickly reached a stalemate.

However, this kind of thing cannot be achieved immediately, and seeing that the conversation is about to be deadlocked, they both refrain from each other and agree to discuss it again in the future.

Feng Yi and the others were unwilling to stop like this, after all, the next time important Huainan officials gathered together, they didn't know when it would be, and they really didn't have time to grind it down. But Huainan's conditions are too harsh, even if you reluctantly make a contract, there is no way to explain when you go back.

After the banquet was over, Shen Zhezi did not let Murong Ke go immediately, but left him behind to say a few more gossips, and by the way, he gave him a copy of "The New Language of the World" compiled in the early years in the capital, and said with a smile: "Although Murong Lang is from the frontier, his elegance is not inferior to his peers in the sky, which is really amazing." These volumes of "The Words of the World" are still in previous years, when I have never gone north to adventure in the capital, I have collected the same interesting time stream to record the demeanor of celebrities near and far, although it is not a classic, but if you can choose the virtuous and the law, you can also be called good. ”

Murong Ke naturally hurriedly bowed down and took it with both hands, and couldn't help but thank the Metropolitan Governor again for his care.

"Murong Lang frequently thanked me, but in fact, I was also ashamed. Previously, you made a sincere statement at the table, in fact, I also felt deeply, and I didn't want to see this loyalty without a response. But as difficult as I am, I have to feel that the world is difficult, and Thailand has no choice but to do so. Especially when I'm in this position, it's even harder to do anything arbitrary. If you ask for it, you can only help 500 nails and staffs. As for the rest, the two sides still need to tolerate each other, and even I can't do it alone. ”

When Murong Ke heard this, he couldn't help but be even more overjoyed, and realized that he had made the right bet this time. No matter how the outcome of this cooperation is, his own goal has been achieved.

But even so, he didn't dare to relax in front of this seemingly grand but shrewd Grand Governor, so he still lowered his head and choked up: "What a luck, boy, he has been loved by the Metropolitan Governor so much!" Among the soldiers, there may not be no loyalty, if it weren't for the relatives and clans, they are all in danger at the moment, and they dare not make their own lives. Otherwise, he will serve the governor with his crippled body and do his best for the king's affairs! ”

"If you have good ambitions, you will have a chance. The royal road is magnificent, how can it turn away people with lofty ideals. ”

Shen Zhezi laughed when he heard this, and then got up and left first.

Wen Fangzhi came again, said to Murong Ke, and said with a smile: "The Metropolitan Governor has always been elegant and respectful, Xuan Gong can get what you want, and the road is already expected!" ”

When Murong Ke heard this, he hurriedly said a few more humble words, and then returned to the pavilion accompanied by Wen Fangzhi. When I entered the building, I saw that a hall was still brightly lit, and it was obvious that Feng Yi and the others were discussing all night.

He sighed in his heart, and he also walked hard. Although Feng Yi and the others may not attach much importance to him, the young master who has lost power, he must always explain his rash actions today.