After farming, I opened a family tree

Chapter 204 Beidi Agrees

After reading the reply from the King of Beidi, Koda's face became solemn.

"Father, I agree to trade with Da Qi."

Moreover, he and Longmu were asked to get the matter done.

This result shocked both Koda and Longmu.

When they were sent as envoys to Da Qi, the King of Beidi asked them to bring back Da Qi's grain.

But now, the letter did not mention this matter at all.

As soon as Keda and Longmu received the reply from the King of Beidi, they sent someone to convey the message to Emperor Jing.

The fact that the King of Beidi agreed to trade was not a trivial matter; it could even be considered one of the major events since Emperor Jing ascended the throne.

After all, it was Shen Tang who proposed it, so naturally Shen Tang was also invited to the palace.

When Shen Tang arrived, many ministers had already arrived.

The way they looked at Shen Tang was obviously different.

But there is one similarity, which is that their attitude towards Shen Tang is surprisingly good.

There was even a minister who sighed when Shen Tang had not yet arrived, and was glad that Shen Tang was a woman and did not interfere much in state affairs.

A woman first made great contributions, and then proposed a good idea such as mutual trade. What's more important is that a woman who grew up in the south of the Yangtze River and even had only been literate for a few years had such a keen judgment of the enemy's situation.

Shen Tang didn't know what others were thinking, but she felt that everyone was really kind to her today.

When Shen Tang entered the palace, he learned that Beidi had agreed to trade.

"Your Majesty, I believe this trade should be established at the border. The caravans of Da Qi and Bei Di will conduct trade at the border."

The Minister of Revenue was the first to speak.

"I believe that we should be cautious in selecting the caravans for trade with the Northern Di. Since we are just getting started, it would be better to let the imperial merchants of Great Qi go first."

Some people have also put forward this opinion.

"I think that at the beginning, we should choose the border as the trading location. However, if Beidi and Daqi develop well in a few years, we can go deeper."

The ministers spoke at once, and their opinions were all very constructive.

Shen Tang listened to the speeches of the ministers and repeatedly confirmed in his heart that what these people said made sense.

Emperor Jing listened to the court officials' impassioned speeches and nodded continuously.

Perhaps noticing that Shen Tang was standing there without saying a word, Emperor Jing spoke:

"Marquis Ning'an, do you have any good suggestions?"

When everyone heard Emperor Jing asking Shen Tang, they gradually quieted down.

This suggestion was first proposed by Shen Tang, so they naturally wanted to hear Shen Tang's advice.

"Your Majesty, I believe that what you all say makes sense, but I have a suggestion. Although I am a minister, I also have another identity: I am a businessman.

When doing business, the most important thing for a businessman is to sell the surplus things in his hands. Regarding the transaction between Da Qi and Bei Di, I think that Da Qi’s current abundant things can be traded to Bei Di.

Of course, we can first exchange for materials that are abundant in Beidi and scarce in Daqi. This way, Beidi will probably be more receptive."

Shen Tang spoke slowly.

What Beidi lacks most now is food. If there is one thing that Da Qi has in sufficient supply, it is probably food.

Shen Tang's speech was recognized by everyone.

After saying these words, Shen Tang stopped talking. She had already done what was within her ability.

We should make substitutions in the next home game.

As for what to trade, let others negotiate with the Northern Di people.

In the end, Da Qi decided to exchange Da Qi's grain for Bei Di's cattle, horses, wool, etc.

Shen Tang asked for leave from Emperor Jing, indicating that he would no longer participate in the subsequent political discussions.

Emperor Jing was still joking with the Grand Tutor:

"Marquis Ning'an is still young and his character is unsettled. If it were anyone else, they would probably want to live in the Golden Throne Hall permanently."

The Grand Master also responded with a smile:

"Doesn't the Emperor like Ning'an Marquis's measured approach?"

The teacher and student smiled at each other.

For Emperor Jing, Shen Tang was like a bright light that appeared out of nowhere in Da Qi.

A light is extremely necessary when walking in the dark, but when the day comes, the light can naturally be turned off.

Put forward constructive suggestions, but do not interfere with the implementation of the suggestions.

Give good advice, but don't use it to make a profit.

Ask yourself, which person in a higher position would not like such a person?

After learning that Shen Tang would not participate in the construction of the trade fair, many court officials were puzzled, some felt sorry, and some, after understanding the twists and turns, began to find ways to make friends with the Shen family.

After Shen Tang finished handling the palace affairs, he began to prepare for his family to worship the ancestors of the Liu family.

The news that Liu Wendong was Shen Tang's uncle could no longer be concealed.

In a short while, the Liu family's house was crowded with people.

There were also several generals who were familiar with Liu Wendong, who complained that Liu Wendong had concealed such a major event so thoroughly.

Madam Liu was even busier. Many families heard that Madam Liu was looking for a wife for their sons. Those families who had originally looked down on the Liu family asked others to secretly inquire about the young master of the Liu family.

"Sister, you don't know, there are quite a few posts like this every day. Our family really benefits from you and your niece!"

Madam Liu came to visit the Shen family and spoke to Liu.

But the smile on his face couldn't be concealed at all.

Those families who originally looked down on their family sent many invitations, and some even started to inquire about their daughter's marriage.

Many of them are important officials in the court. How could Madam Liu not be happy?

Liu has received many invitations since she came to Beijing, but Shen Tang has been busy recently, so this matter has been put on hold.

"After we visit my grandparents, I'll have to trouble my aunt to take my mother to those banquets."

Shen Tang spoke to Madam Liu with a smile.

"That's not true. My sister is willing to go with me. It makes me proud."

Mrs. Liu responded very readily.

The tomb of the elders of the Liu family is on a mountain outside Beijing. It is a small hill that Liu Wendong bought in the suburbs of Beijing after he achieved great success.

After the Liu family settled in Beijing, Liu Wendong moved the graves of the two elders from the north.

Early in the morning of that day, Shen Tang and his family went out early.

Because they were worshipping their ancestors, the Shen family kept everything simple. They took a coachman and two maids with them, and went out in plain clothes.

He met up with the Liu family at the city gate and went to the outskirts of Beijing together.

Liu Wendong stood in front of the grave and kowtowed respectfully.

"Father, Mother, I have found my sister. You will be relieved if you know this in the afterlife. My sister is living well now. She has been canonized as a third-rank lady by the court. Her official position is higher than mine.

You also have a granddaughter named Shen Tang, she is quite remarkable, she was conferred the title of Marquis of Ning'an by the imperial court..."

Liu Wendong knelt down and talked a lot, and Liu cried while listening.

"Dad, Mom, wuwuwuwu——"

Liu wanted to say something, but she only called out "Dad and Mom" ​​and then all that could be heard was her crying.

Several people stayed at the grave of Liu's parents for a long time. When they left, Liu looked a little exhausted.