To the Liao Mission
Yun Yan recalled for a while, and remembered that it was already November, and it was indeed time to send envoys to Liao to celebrate Zhengdan. But why bother with him
Yun Yan went back to wash her face, and her whole body was awake, "Whose idea is this, Lord Honglu Temple? It's not up to them to decide this, right?"
Many of the functions of Honglu Temple were actually divided up by other departments, especially for such important matters as diplomatic relations with the Liao Kingdom, the selection of envoys was generally discussed by the Privy Council and Zhongshu Province.
"I said it was a recommendation, and the Privy Council is still undecided," Zheng Ling said in a low voice, "I have inquired about it, and the Liao people have sent letters many times, hoping to invite Kong Jiaban to perform in Liao. After the class was taught, they became more attentive. This time, I am afraid that they will bring people from the Confucius class to the performance.
The form of opera was invented by Kong Ji. How many people in the world can dare to say that they are "passable"
Liao people love opera, and they like to make things difficult for Song Chen. If none of the envoys sent can talk to them, it will be bad.
About this, those talents thought of Yun Yanhui, and everyone knew that the Kong family class was funded by Yun Yanhui at the beginning, and Kong Ji followed Yun Yanhui's advice very much.
Besides, just look at Yun Yanhui's glorious achievements before, although he has not read much books (...) and has no fame, but in the battle with the Liao people, he has not gained the upper hand.
Looking at it this way, there's nothing wrong with it.
Yun Yan rubbed his forehead, "Since the 1970s, when he sent He Liao as a Zhengdan envoy, no matter whether he was a deputy envoy, the status of the envoy is nothing more than a ministerial official, a famous scholar, or a foreign relative, what does it mean to send a Kaifeng government official? "
Officials have real power, and their relatives have nepotism. As for celebrities, the requirements are even higher. Those who have been sent before are all great Confucians from aristocratic families, famous literati and the like.
Envoys represent the decency of the country. They cannot lose face to the Song Dynasty. What's more, they have to negotiate matters between the two countries, spy on intelligence and other tasks. Therefore, no matter their own conditions or qualities, they must be excellent.
Having said that, Zheng Ling also scratched his head, "They said it with confidence, and I didn't think much about it... Wouldn't they ask the official family to seal you an official?"
"What is the official seal, I have told the officials that I don't want to be an official," Yun Yan returned to consciously that the crisis was relieved, "Come on, I think the people from Honglu Temple are high on their own. When the tide is raised, the Privy Council can handle it. They have ghosts."
Zheng Ling always felt that something was wrong, but Yun Yanhui ignored it and pulled him back to continue drinking.
"I think it's better to pay attention..." Zheng Ling said, "Before you and Zhao Cianyun were considered half envoys, they have experience."
He was talking about the fact that Yun Yanhui and Zhao Yunchu went to the Songchang border to handle the case, which was indeed a qualification.
"You are so young, why are you so long-winded. The car must have a way to the front of the mountain, and the boat will naturally go straight to the bridge. If I really make an exception to use Liao, then I have the right to buy it for the big guy." Although Yun Yanhui has never been there The Liao Kingdom, but went to the border, and also dealt with many Liao people, and never took long trips seriously, not so much melancholy, so it doesn't matter.
The last time Yunyan went back to the market, it was not just a purchase, but also a public tour.
Yun Yanhui got Zheng Ling drunk, and Zheng Ling couldn't say anything else.
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When he woke up the next day, Yun Yanhui didn't take it seriously and left it behind because he thought it was impossible.
However, after a few days, Renzong Guo really passed him into the palace, and Yunyan returned to the imperial court to see that officials from the Privy Council, Zhongshu, Honglu Temple and other places were staring at him, and his heart suddenly became cold.
It's not good, you won't really call him on a business trip, will you
After Yunyan returned the salute, she looked at her heart and nose, and stood by without saying a word.
Seeing his honest appearance, Renzong asked, "Do you know what I asked you to do?"
Yunyan replied: "No, I don't know..."
The official of the Privy Council's ceremonial room said in a friendly manner: "Last time I went to the tea market to discuss the tea business, and the errand was done very well. This time, when the New Year is approaching, our Song Dynasty wants to send envoys to the Liao Kingdom. All of us, but we all recommend you. Be a deputy."
Yun Yan looked back, everyone looked back at him kindly, and couldn't help thinking, what kind of grudges do I have with you...
"Look at how stupid you are. Who do you pretend to show?" Renzong felt that Yun Yanhui was not as lively as before, so Xiaoxiao accused him, "This time I want to send the disciples of the Confucius family, and I want you to go, because you know that You know these tunes."
Before Yun Yanhui knew about opera, it was only fur, but after dealing with Kong Ji, he gradually understood a lot, so he did have an advantage in this regard.
"No," Yun Yanhui was not afraid to go on business, but after going for so long, if it was unnecessary, he still didn't want to. "The official family has always made Liao's ministers knowledgeable, and they want to talk with Liao people about poetry and poetry. Although I have a rough understanding of opera, I am only limited to opera. What if there is an emergency, what if I lose someone?"
If the envoy is ashamed, it is not the one who loses himself. Evian Yan looked back and saw that there were people from the Confucius family who were there, and the envoys would be fine as long as they had a little understanding.
Yun Yanhui added another sentence, and said weakly: "The official of the government is the deputy envoy, okay..."
"That's because you don't know the Liao people's fanatical yearning for opera," Renzong shook his head and said, "Besides, who said you were a government official?"
Yun Yan didn't understand, "What is that?" Could it be that, as Zheng Ling said, to make it easier for him to travel, he even gave him an official title
Renzong said with a smile: "You are the editor-in-chief of Kaifeng House News!"
Yunyan replied: "..."
Damn, so, his identity belongs to the category of "celebrity scholar"
As if seeing what Yun Yanhui was thinking, Renzong said, "Or do you want to go as a relative of the royal family?"
Yun Yanhui was so frightened that her legs were softened. She looked at the suspicious expressions of the courtiers around her, but didn't realize the deep meaning. She breathed a sigh of relief. She didn't expect Renzong to tease his relationship with Zhao Yunchu in front of so many people.
Yun Yan looked back and saw that so many people were staring at him, and they were all scholars. If he said he didn't agree, he wouldn't have to be drowned by spittle Xingzi.
All the ministers looked at Yun Yanhui strangely, and kept guessing in their hearts.
This fellow is so favored that he dares to ask the official family to take a step to speak, and the official family has a very unusual attitude towards him, and just now he accidentally said the words "royal relatives and relatives". Is there a situation for the woman
If it wasn't for Zhao Youwu's young age, they would have guessed that Yunyan would return to the princess. However, although the princess is not suitable, is it possible for other princesses, princesses and other noble ladies
Renzong said in a funny way, "Then the Qing family should go back first."
Just now, the big guy was discussing the candidates for envoys and proposed a Yun Yanhui, and Renzong simply called people to ask. Now, seeing Yun Yanhui's hesitant appearance, it is estimated that he has some conditions to talk about.
After the ministers withdrew, Ren Zongfang said, "Tell me, what do you want?"
As long as it's not too much, Renzong can satisfy Yun Yanhui.
Yun Yan smiled embarrassedly, "Official family, how many people to choose to serve as Liao this time? Can you...call the one from our family..." He did not dare to recommend Zhao Yunchu in front of all the ministers, otherwise he was afraid that everyone would contact him. There was something strange about that sentence of the royal family.
Renzong got goosebumps when he heard that he was so tired of calling "the one from our family", "Do you still have any prospects? You only know that your sons and daughters love each other, and sending an ambassador to Liao is a major event for the country. Bring someone with you?"
He thought that Yun Yanhui could ask for anything, but he didn't expect Zhao Yunchu to be brought along.
The more I think about Renzong, the more I feel that something is wrong, "I asked you to be an envoy, what kind of opportunity do you take?" Going for a walk outside with Zhao Yunchu, tired and crooked
Yunyan replied: "..."
What other chance can I take, a honeymoon trip at public expense...
Yun Yan replied implicitly: "Guanjia, I grew up with Ah Chu since we were young, and we haven't been apart for a long time. Besides, we are in a time of intense love, and we can't be separated. I beg your forgiveness."
This really needs forgiveness. Zhao Yunchu is not very knowledgeable and young. Speaking of being an envoy, he is still not very qualified.
However, Zhao Yunchu was a relative of the royal family, and he was born with divine power. He was backed by his father's reputation, which was also his advantage. It depends on what Renzong said.
"I have to think about this," Renzong said embarrassingly, "Following the wind, besides the reason for the opera, there is one more thing that you need to worry about."
"In addition to the performances, the Liao State also hopes that the Confucius family can pass on their arts in their country. You said, the two countries have diplomatic relations, how can we strive for the benefits that the Confucius family deserves?" Renzong said very "implicitly".
Yunyan replied: "..."
No wonder he had to be called over, it seems that the main thing is to call him to deceive people. What should be done to fight for the benefits he deserves should be how to take advantage of the needs of the Liao Kingdom and get more benefits. Yun Yan thought for a while and said, "I will go back and think about this, we must not let the people suffer."
Renzong knew that Yun Yanhui understood what he meant, and smiled, "It's good if you know."
Yun Yanhui and Renzong reached a preliminary consensus, and when they returned, they announced the news to everyone.
Zhao Yunchu: "Go to Liao for at least three months, what should I do! What should I do!!"
He was sitting on the bed, but now he crouches down sadly, beating the bed angrily.
Yun Yanhui heard that the bed board was pounded by him, and thought that he should let Renzong take a look. Who is more affectionate, is he the more rational one of the pair
Yun Yan stopped Zhao Yunchu in return, "Don't beat me. Although I have decided to go, you still have a chance to go with me. The officials are considering this matter. I think there is still a chance."
Generally speaking, there are two to three envoys. This time the main envoy must be an old driver who can hold the market, so there are still two or three deputy envoys, Yun Yan will occupy one, and Zhao Yunchu also has hope.
Zhao Yunchu was refreshed and thought about it for a while, "No, I'll invite Dad into the palace!"
Zhao Yunchu wanted to send an envoy. In his parents' opinion, it was a request for progress. How could he not agree? Sure enough, he went to the palace to ask the officials to save face.
Renzong was going to be drunk, and he said in his heart that you help him now, and you won't regret it if you know the truth in the future. It's just that Zhao Yuanyan came to ask for it in person, and Renzong wanted to give Uncle a face, so he reluctantly agreed and asked Zhao Yunchu to join him as an envoy.
As soon as the news came out, Yun Yan became lively when he returned here.
The last time I went to the market, I brought a truckload of goods back. This time I went to the Liao Kingdom. I must continue to carry forward the spirit and become a Liao Dynasty by the way
Zheng Ping also calmed down and called the shop assistant with the list to help Yun Yanhui register the things that relatives and friends need to purchase.
"Don't worry, although this time is not a market, but our brother Yan has friends in Liaoning, how can we buy expensive prices!"
"Hey, we only buy on behalf of us, we don't help with sales, especially prohibited items. If this is found, you will be charged!"
"Bai Guard, what do you want? What? You're just here for instant noodles..."