Chapter 1430 Jiao Lu's Return

The next day, Yun Zheng was still having breakfast with Miaoyin when the royal guards came to report that Zhao Lie wanted to see him.

Zhao Lie wants to see you?

Yun Zheng pondered secretly in his heart.

Did Zhao Lie figure it out last night?

Or, are you here for something else?

Should I stand up to greet him, or should I show my status?

After thinking for a moment, Yun Zheng ordered his guards: "Bring him in!"

Just hold it first!

It should be held when it is necessary.

"Do you think Zhao Lie has figured it out?"

Miaoyin asked Yun Zheng with a smile on her face.

"I hope so!"

Yun Zheng smiled, "As long as Jiao Lu takes the initiative to submit, Yunan and Nanzhao should be able to do the same soon."

He believed that the kings of the three feudatories were all aware of the current situation.

Of course, they will definitely feel unwilling.

This is human nature and completely understandable!

The Three Franciscos actually lack a leader.

As long as someone takes the lead, others will understand.

Miaoyin smiled and said, "If you can really destroy the four countries in one battle this time, you will be famous for all eternity!"

“I haven’t really thought about this.”

Yun Zheng smiled indifferently and said, "I only care about this life, not the future! Even if the history books of the future write me as the greatest scumbag in ancient and modern times, I don't care!"

He did not care as much about his reputation after death as Emperor Wen and others did.

It can even be said that he doesn't care at all about the reputation he leaves behind.

Death is like a lamp going out!

Just do your best in this life.

How future generations will comment on this is their business.

Listening to Yun Zheng's words, Miaoyin giggled again.

Fortunately, he said this to himself.

If he had said this in front of his father, he would probably have another footprint on his body.

Just when Miaoyin was daydreaming, the royal guards walked in with Zhao Lie.

Zhao Lie stepped forward and bowed respectfully: "Hello..."

"No gifts, no gifts!"

Yun Zheng raised his hand to stop Zhao Lie and said with a smile: "There is no outsider here, no need to be so polite!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Zhao Lie forced a smile.

"Have you had breakfast?"

Yun Zheng asked Zhao Lie again, "If you haven't had breakfast yet, let's have breakfast together."

"Thank you, Your Majesty. I have already had breakfast!"

Zhao Lie kept smiling, "I have something I want to discuss with the prince. I heard yesterday that the prince was leaving early this morning, so I rushed here early. I am really sorry for disturbing the prince and Madam Miaoyin's meal."

"it's okay no problem!"

Yun Zheng said, and invited Zhao Lie to sit down again, "Just tell me what you want to say! I still say the same thing, as long as I can help, I will do my best!"

As he spoke, Yun Zheng felt a sense of anticipation rising in his heart.

Zhao Lie came here so early, I hope it’s a good thing!

Zhao Lie smiled apologetically: "How about we wait until His Highness and Madam Miaoyin finish their breakfast?"

"It's okay, just say it directly."

Yun Zheng waved his hand.

"Prince Jiaolu, if you have something to say, just say it!" Miaoyin also echoed, "The prince is impatient. If you don't say it, he probably won't have an appetite for breakfast."

"Yep!"

Yunzheng nodded repeatedly.

"In that case, Xiao Wang will speak directly."

Zhao Lie paused for a moment, then said seriously: "Although the prince has just arrived in Jiaolu, he cares about the people of Jiaolu and always considers the future of Jiaolu."

"I deeply appreciate your kindness and righteousness, and I believe that you will lead the people of Jiaolu to live a peaceful and prosperous life!"

"The prince is willing to merge Jiaolu into Daqian, so that the people of Jiaolu can enjoy the grace of Daqian!"

As he spoke, Zhao Lie slowly knelt down again and said loudly: "I beg Your Majesty to grant me your blessing..."

good news!

Good news indeed!

Listening to Zhao Lie's words, Yun Zheng and Miaoyin became excited at the same time.

What Yun Zheng said last night was not in vain!

However, in front of Zhao Lie, both of them tried hard to suppress the excitement in their hearts.

"King Jiaolu, please stand up quickly!"

Yun Zheng quickly helped Zhao Lie up. "Prince Jiaolu has this intention, and I cannot refuse it! However, do the ministers of Jiaolu have any objections to this matter?"

"No."

Zhao Lie said without thinking: "Your Majesty's benevolence is seen by us all! Only Your Majesty and Daqian can make the people of Jiaolu live and work in peace! Integrating Jiaolu into Daqian will be a blessing for me and the people of Jiaolu!"

Zhao Lie spoke sincerely, trying hard to suppress the resentment in his heart.

Now that the decision has been made, don't be unwilling.

It's better to surrender voluntarily than to surrender when Daqian's troops are heading towards Jiaolu, right?

"It is a blessing for the people of Jiaolu to have a king like you!"

Yun Zheng sighed, and held Zhao Lie's hand tightly again, "You are so wise and righteous. This king and Daqian will never treat you and the people of Jiaolu unfairly!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Zhao Lie's face was full of gratitude, and he had a faint sense of anticipation in his heart.

I took the initiative to submit, and I don’t know what kind of reward Yun Zheng will give me.

"This is what it should be!"

Yun Zheng chuckled, thought for a moment, and then said, "In this case, I will write a letter and send it to the Imperial City! In addition, please send someone to the Imperial City to submit your allegiance to our father!"

Emperor Wen is still alive.

Although they have finalized the matter, Zhao Lie still needs to send someone to go through the process.

This can be considered as giving that old guy some credit for expanding the territory!

"I obey your command, little king!"

Zhao Lie quickly agreed.

Yun Zheng: "If you have any requests, you can also tell me first! As long as it can be met, I will definitely write to my father, please do your best to meet your request!"

Since Jiao Lu voluntarily surrendered, he would definitely be rewarded handsomely.

However, let’s first find out what Zhao Lie wants!

If you want to reward someone, you must give him what he likes.

Otherwise, if he is not satisfied after being rewarded handsomely, that would be a bit ridiculous.

"My little prince has no other request but to serve Daqian!"

Zhao Lie retreated in order to advance.

At this time, he definitely couldn't ask for a reward himself!

In his opinion, it was not wise to reward people as soon as they surrendered.

Seeing that Zhao Lie refused to speak, Yun Zheng lowered his brows and began to ponder again.

If Zhao Lie wanted wealth and glory, he could satisfy him.

But he was unwilling to give the military power to Zhao Lie.

Even if they give it, they won't be given too much military power.

After thinking silently for a while, Yun Zheng said, "Well, I will first promise you a hereditary marquisate and ten thousand taels of gold! As for the rest of the rewards, it will be up to the emperor to decide!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Zhao Lie quickly expressed his gratitude.

A hereditary marquisate and a huge fortune are not bad at all.

As for the position of Duke, he didn't dare to even think about it.

Besides, you can’t even think about it!

All the dukes of Daqian must stay in the Daqian Imperial City!

He didn't want to go to the imperial city of Daqian.

Emperor Wen would definitely give him an official position.

Now it remains to be seen whether he will be given a more important official position.

"Alas! This time it is really unfortunate."

Yun Zheng sighed softly: "I still have to go to the northwest border, so I really can't stay any longer! After the matter in Xiqu is finished, I will definitely have a few drinks with you!"

"Your Majesty, it's urgent!"

Zhao Lie laughed and said, "When the prince returns victorious, we will have a drink and chat happily again!"

Yun Zheng nodded heavily: "Okay! Then we have a deal!"