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Zuo Desong was somewhat surprised, "Don't talk nonsense. Why does the eldest princess owe you money?"
Although he said this, he was thinking in his heart that the other party would definitely not talk nonsense when he came to visit.
Niu Youdao: "Last year, the eldest princess owed it when she went to the Ice and Snow Pavilion in disguise."
Hao Qingqing's trip was carried out in secret and was strictly confidential. It was impossible to publicize it to the outside world. Once it was made public, the dangers involved could be imagined. So Zuo Desong didn't know about it at all, but he knew that it was It was possible, so he asked: "How much money do you owe me, is it worth your coming all the way from Yan State to Qi State?"
Niu Youdao held out two fingers, "Not much, two million gold coins!"
"..." Zuo Desong was speechless. Two million gold coins is not much, so how much is too much
Qian You on the side couldn't help but look at Zuo Desong's reaction when he heard this.
"..." Linghu Qiuyi looked blank. The eldest princess of Qi actually owes this guy so much money. Is this possible
When he heard Niu Youdao say that he didn't come here just for the war horses, he naturally thought it was a tactful excuse. Now when he heard the amount of debt, he was really a little suspicious. This guy was calm and unhurried along the way, and he didn't look like he was going to do anything serious. He couldn't use the war horse as an excuse to use the help of several factions to protect him and come to Qi to demand an account, right
This suspicion is naturally due to the amount of debt, two million gold coins. Can Shang Chaozong give so much money to Niu Youdao? If Niu Youdao could get this money, would he still have to work for the Shang Chaozong
Zuo Desong came to his senses and asked, "Why does the eldest princess owe you so much money?"
Niu Youdao: "I won't go into details about the reason, so as not to embarrass the eldest princess. All the magicians around the eldest princess can testify to this, and Mr. Zuo will know it as soon as he asks."
Zuo Desong pondered for a moment, then asked with a twinkling look, "Is there any signed IOU?"
Niu Youdao: "I originally wrote the debt note to me, but I returned it to the eldest princess because I believe that the Qi royal family is not a scoundrel who owes money."
Zuo Desong chuckled, "Two million gold coins is not a small amount. How can you convince others if you say that others owe you money without any evidence? If everyone does this based on red lips and white teeth, wouldn't it mean that the world is in ruins? Big chaos?"
Niu Youdao: "Justice is in the heart of the people. If the eldest princess doesn't pay back, I have nothing to say, so I just ask Mr. Zuo to help tell the eldest princess that I am here and you can pay back the money you owe me!"
Zuo Desong stroked his beard and shook his head, "I don't know whether the matter is true or not. Even if the eldest princess really owes you money, the royal family's affairs are the royal family's affairs and are not something that we foreign ministers can interfere with. There is nothing I can do to help. West Courtyard In charge of royal affairs, I suggest you go to the people in the West Courtyard to make the decision... "
A casual reasoning pushed the matter away. How could he get involved in such a matter? This was not a small amount of money. What happened to the dignified and powerful order to help outsiders settle accounts with the royal family
The fact that he can sit here and talk to Niu Youdao is considered a sign of respect. Otherwise, based on his status, there is no need to take Niu Youdao seriously. He can talk like this just because Niu Youdao is famous. He wants to see See what kind of character he is.
To a certain extent, fame is sometimes a good thing. It doesn't matter whether you are a hypocrite under the fame. It is true that it is easy to attract attention and bring other benefits. For example, Xuan Zichun took a risk and wanted to challenge Niu Youdao. He wanted fame, and things are often beneficial only if he is famous.
After that, he naturally wanted to send Niu Youdao away on the pretext that he still had official duties.
Niu Youdao didn't stay here, even if he wanted to, it would be embarrassing to be kicked out by others. After getting up to say goodbye, he once again begged: "Master Zuo, it is only natural to pay back the debt. Now that I have found Master Zuo, I also hope that Mr. Zuo will form a good relationship and help spread the word. For Mr. Zuo, this is not a difficult task!"
Zuo Desong smiled and said: "I have made it very clear that I am responsible for foreign affairs, and the Western Courtyard is responsible for royal affairs. Qian You, see the guests off!"
"Please!" Qian You immediately extended his hand to invite him.
Niu Youdao raised his hand to stop, asking for a moment, "It is precisely because Mr. Zuo is in charge of foreign affairs that I found Mr. Zuo."
Zuo Desung said with great interest: "I would like to hear the details. Could it be that you are the secret envoy of some country?"
Niu Youdao gave an explanation: "I may not be able to handle the people in Qi. As for those who leave Qi, without the protection of Qi's powerful forces, I can't guarantee what will happen. As for Zuo Annian, the son of the State of Zhao, and many of your subordinates who are outside, I don’t think you would like to see your subordinates often getting into trouble outside!"
These words are really full of Jianghu flavor.
Linghuqiu was startled. He didn't expect that Niu Youdao would suddenly say such arrogant words. He quickly pulled Niu Youdao's sleeve and said, "Be careful!"
Zuo Desong's pupils suddenly shrank.
"Bold!" Qian You suddenly shouted angrily.
Zuo Desong raised his hand to stop him and said with a smile: "Niu Youdao, do you know what you are talking about? Are you threatening me?"
This was the first time that he saw a monk from abroad dare to come to Da Xingling's mansion to threaten him.
Niu Youdao: "I mean well."
"Good intentions are always easy to be misunderstood." Zuo Desong put his hands behind his back and asked: "If you make me unhappy, I can't guarantee whether you can leave here alive. It's best to say a few words now to let me know If you feel happy, otherwise you might not be able to leave today."
Niu Youdao also asked, "Really? Mr. Zuo might as well ask Qian You how the guards in the mansion compare to Zhuo Chao? If something happens to me in the Zuo mansion, the consequences will be serious!"
Qian You quickly looked outside the door, his eyes suddenly full of vigilance.
Zuo Desong stared at him with squinted eyes.
Niu Youdao continued to remind: "It's not that the dragon can't cross the river. Since I dare to come, I won't be unprepared!"
Zuo Desong: "Don't forget, this is the capital of Qi State, and no one can act arbitrarily!"
The implication is very simple, even if I let you leave Zuofu, you will not be able to leave the capital of Qi.
Niu Youdao responded tit for tat: "Master Zuo, don't forget that the world seems to be divided and ruled by various countries, but in fact it is controlled by monks, not any court!"
These words were sonorous, powerful and unquestionable, which shocked Zuo Desong.
The two of them looked at each other, and Zuo Desong suddenly waved his hand, "You two go out first."
Niu Youdao also nodded slightly to Linghuqiu. Linghuqiu and Qian You looked at each other. They didn't know what the old man and the young man were talking about that they needed to avoid. They slowly turned around and left the main hall.
When there was no one else around, Zuo Desong asked, "What's the benefit of me delivering the message to you?"
Niu Youdao: "I like to make friends, and I have always believed that more friends lead to more paths. I know that Mr. Zuo is in a high position and may not look down on a common man like me who fights and kills, and may not be willing to make friends with him, but I I can leave my words here today. From now on, if Mr. Zuo has anything that I can do, just ask him and I will do my best! I still have some influence over Prince Yongping of Yan State. Mr. Zuo may not be able to do anything. There will be times when God can be of use. Mr. Zuo may not be willing to believe my promise like this, but for Mr. Zuo, I won’t lose anything, so what’s the harm in giving it a try?”
Zuo Desong's eyes flickered strangely, and he suddenly laughed. He raised his hand and patted Niu Youdao's arm, "Young man is interesting!"
Niu Youdao also changed his smile, "I just don't know what Mr. Zuo means?"
"Young people are energetic and motivated, I like it!" Zuo Desong pointed at his nose and nodded with a smile, "It's impossible to help you collect the bill, but I can help you remind the palace about this matter. , as for whether the palace will repay your money, that is not something I can control."
Niu Youdao smiled brightly, "Money is something external to the body, and being able to get to know Mr. Zuo is the most important thing. If Mr. Zuo says that this debt should not be collected, I will immediately treat it like dirt. I promise that the eldest princess's debt will never be mentioned again." !”
"It's your business whether you want to collect the debt or not. I don't have the luxury to let anyone throw away two million gold coins easily." Zuo Desong waved his hand and patted his arm again, "I want to come to Zuofu in the future. Sit down, you can come at any time, and come in the name of representing Prince Yongping to the outside world!"
Niu Youdao understood what he meant. The residence of Qi Guo Da Xingling was not a place where anyone could come and go at will. Not to mention running here often, even if he ran here occasionally, it would be easy to give someone a thumbs up.
It's different if you come in the name of Shang Chaozong. Shang Chaozong controls the situation of Yan State to some extent. In the name of Shang Chaozong, you are equivalent to an envoy sent privately by the princes of Shang Chaozong, and Zuo Desong is in charge of it. It is the diplomacy of Qi State, and communication is a matter of course.
Of course, even if you come in the name of Shang Chaozong, you can't just meet if you want. If someone gives you such a word and says you can come at any time, it is tantamount to agreeing to make him a friend. Whether it is perfunctory and whether it will be fulfilled depends on the other party. I know it in my heart.
"Okay, Mr. Zuo is busy with official duties, so I won't bother you for too long, so I'll take my leave first!" Niu Youdao said goodbye.
Zuo Desong shouted loudly: "Send off guests!"
Qian You heard the sound and came quickly, extending his hand to Niu Youdao.
I met Linghu Qiu outside. When I was leaving, a person passed by several people here. It was Chen Farewell, the monk from the mansion who went to the Fei Waterfall Platform to watch the battle.
Chen Bie looked back three times, not knowing who Qian You was seeing him off. He quickly climbed up the steps and came to Zuo Desong under the eaves, "Mr. Zuo, who are you two?"
Zuo Desong: "Niu Youdao and Linghuqiu, these two names should be familiar to you, right?"
"Niu Youdao?" Chen Bie was surprised, "Niu Youdao is here?"
He really didn't expect Niu Youdao to come to Zuofu instead of going to Feiba Terrace to challenge.
Zuo Desong asked: "Is there anything wrong?"
"Over at Fei Waterfall Terrace, he sent a group of masters to kill Xuan Zichun..." Chen Bie told the detailed story of what he witnessed at Fei Waterfall Terrace.
Zuo Desong was stunned, thinking that Niu Youdao was afraid of causing embarrassment, so he secretly killed the challenger in advance. Who would have thought that this was the case. Niu Youdao was visiting here, but he sent someone to kill the challenger over there. , This combination of civil and military means made him think deeply for a long time, and finally murmured slowly, "A good man can't cross the river without being a fierce dragon. Are you trying to make trouble?"