Xuanping Prefecture.
The Ming Emperor held a banquet and invited the leaders of the various races.
At the banquet, Zhu Qiyu had a friendly expression as he spoke with the leaders.
Although his expression was friendly and his words were gentle.
However, the leaders of the Tartars, Jurchen, and Wuliangha were still nervous and trembling.
He looked fearful.
In the past, they had also met another emperor of Great Ming, Zhu Qizhen.
However, he had never felt as if he was sitting on pins and needles.
This new emperor of the Ming Dynasty, whether it was his demeanor or his words, revealed a formidable aura.
This banquet was the most reserved banquet in the lives of many leaders.
Late at night.
When Zhu Qiyu announced the end.
The leaders of these foreign tribes wiped the sweat off their heads and heaved a long sigh of relief.
It was finally over.
In their opinion, this banquet was simply too long.
They would rather fight with a few vicious wolves for a day than face this new emperor of the Ming Dynasty.
After the leaders returned to the palace.
They gathered together again.
"Da Meng, what do you think of this new emperor of Great Ming?”
The Jurchen leader, Somur Khan, looked up at the Tartar leader, Damon, who had been drinking quietly.
This always arrogant leader of the Tartars was a formidable figure on the grasslands, second only to Yexian.
It was said that a few days ago, he had joined forces with the Tartar tribes and was preparing to head south.
However, at the banquet tonight, he was very docile.
It seemed that he was also intimidated by the powerful aura of this new Great Ming Emperor.
"Hmph, Somur Khan, don't you already have the answer?”
"If you still have any thoughts, I advise you to give up." Damon sneered.”
Sauron, the leader of Wuliangha, agreed.
"Yes, just like what Chief Da Meng said, you guys should live in peace these years. Unless you think you can be stronger than Wala.”
After he finished speaking, he continued.
"This new ruler of the Great Ming Dynasty is not a person who is full of militarism. When we came here today, you all saw that he could tolerate Tuotuo Buhua's existence.”
"I even built a town for him outside Juyong Pass.”
When the leaders heard this, they all put away their thoughts.
It seemed like everyone had the same opinion.
"We can discuss what we should ask of the new ruler tomorrow.”
The leaders of the non-humankind then started a heated discussion.
At the same time.
Xuanping Estate.
Zhu Qiyu also summoned Yu Qian, Fang Yue, Fan Guang, Zhang Mao, and the others.
"You've seen the leaders of the Outsiders at today's banquet.”
"Since they've offered so many treasures as tribute, they'll definitely make some requests tomorrow.”
"Everyone, tell me."
The governor of the five states, Fang Yue, had been at the border for many years and was very familiar with these grassland tribes.
He was the first to step forward.
"Your Majesty, I thought they would first mention trade.”
Zhu Qiyu and Yu Qian agreed.
The grassland tribes lacked food. At the same time, they had a great demand for cloth, silk, crafts, salt, and porcelain from the Central Plains.
Part of the reason why they repeatedly invaded the border was because of these items.
If trade was strictly prohibited at the border, it would definitely lead to their rebellious mentality.
Although Zhu Qiyu was not afraid, he still decided to use a soft approach.
Moreover, in trading with these tribes, Great Ming would only gain an advantage and not suffer a loss.
One had to know that what Da Ming obtained from them were extremely important strategic resources.
For example, warhorses, ores, weapons, and so on.
Therefore, trading with them was inevitable.
However, as for opening a few checkpoints and conducting commercial trade with them, they needed to return to the capital to discuss it.
In this aspect, Zhu Qiyu was still quite willing to listen to the opinions of the officials.
It was just brainstorming.
Moreover, there were many talented people in the Ministry of Revenue who were best at this.
"Your Majesty, besides that, if they offer beauties, you must refuse.”
Fang Yue looked embarrassed.
"Haha, don't worry. If Imperial Older Brother can reject Yexian's younger sister, how can Zhen not do it?”
Zhu Qiyu smiled.
The next day.
The leaders of the various tribes once again came to pay their respects to Zhu Qiyu.
Sure enough, after the ceremony, they began to make some requests.
Just as Zhu Qiyu and the others had guessed.
These tribes were most concerned about trade.
Looking at the eager expressions of these tribal leaders, Zhu Qiyu frowned.
"Da Ming has always been very strict with the management of the border.”
Hearing his words, the expressions of the various leaders couldn't help but turn gloomy.
Who knew that the new emperor of Great Ming would continue.
"However, you are still tactful and know to come to court to see me. Therefore, it was not impossible to discuss trade.”
The heavy hearts of the leaders instantly became cheerful again.
"Your Majesty is wise. Border trade was a mutually beneficial matter for both sides.”
"I also implore His Majesty to make a decision as soon as possible. Winter is coming soon."
Zhu Qiyu nodded in response to their praise and pleas."This time, you brought a lot of wealth with you. I will have people send a batch of food to the border to trade with you.”
"To express Zhen's appreciation for your understanding of the times.”
"As for trading at the border, when I return to the capital, I'll order the various departments to discuss a specific plan.”
Hearing the emperor's words, the tribal leaders finally smiled.
All of them thanked him profusely.
At this moment, the leader of the Tartars, Damon, walked out.
"This subject Da Meng, my wife has just passed away. This subject requests Your Majesty to bestow this subject with a wife.”
When Zhu Qiyu heard that, his face instantly turned cold.
"Da Meng, do you know that I, Da Ming, have never married?”
Damon, the leader of the Tartars, was startled."I know my sins."
"However, even though Zhen cannot promise you a Ming Princess. But on the day you remarry, I will bestow your wife with the title of Ming County Princess.”
Zhu Qiyu's expression softened slightly as he smiled and said.
A slap had to be rewarded with a sweet date.
This was also giving the Tartar leader some face.
Da Meng was overjoyed and quickly kowtowed to thank him.
When the other leaders saw this, they were extremely envious.
"Your Majesty, this subject has a daughter. She is sixteen years old and is both talented and beautiful. I want to offer my daughter to Your Majesty."
The leader of Wuliangha stood up and said.
Just as Fang Yue had said, these leaders did offer beauties.
Unfortunately, how could Zhu Qiyu agree to his request?
"Sauron, I appreciate your kindness. I haven't married yet. Your daughter? Forget it."
Sauron, the leader of Wuliangha, was disappointed.
Zhu Qiyu thought for a moment. One was a gift, two was a gift, so he would also bestow her the title of princess.
Then, he gave the daughters and sons of these leaders the title of viscountess or county duke.
Anyway, it was just a title, and they didn't need to be paid.
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