"General, you want to do business with us. I wonder if this is just for you personally or on behalf of the entire Jin Dynasty?"

Sheikhman spoke. His Chinese was a bit stiff, intermittent, and not very proficient. Li Xun could only barely understand it.

Sheikhman is the general person in charge of his family's business in the southern part of the Western Region. He happened to be in Xizhou recently for business. At this time, the envoy sent by Li Xun arrived in Xizhou and conveyed the possibility of trade between the two sides.

The news spread quickly in Xizhou, and a large number of businessmen gathered there. For them, this was a huge business opportunity.

After Dashi occupied the seven states in the west of Longyou, he sent envoys to the Jin Dynasty many times, hoping that the two sides could trade with each other, but they were all bluntly rejected. For this reason, Dashi launched several wars in an attempt to force the Jin Dynasty to agree to their requests, but

The attitude of the Jin Dynasty was very resolute, and in the end, no one could do anything about the war situation. Therefore, for so many years, apart from military conflicts, the two countries of Dashi and Jin had little contact with each other.

Now that I heard that the Jin Dynasty actively requested trade, it immediately caused a sensation. Many merchants rushed to Wu'an City. Naturally, Sheikhman would not let this opportunity pass by. However, he still had some doubts about the authenticity of the news, so he asked Li

Xun.

Li Xun smiled and said: "I have already written to the court, suggesting that a trading place be established at the Mulang River Ferry. Of course, I hope that you, Dashi, can show some expression and take action."

Sheikhman asked: "What does the sincerity that the general said mean?"

Li Xun said: "We in Wuzhou currently only have 10,000 defenders, so I hope that your Xizhou City defenders will not exceed this number. Without military pressure, we can establish a good cooperative relationship."

Li Xun has indeed written to the court, suggesting building a trade ferry on the Mulang River. However, the possibility of this proposal being passed is very low. However, Fan Zhongyun gave Li Xun an idea. If this can be used to negotiate, the garrison in Xizhou City can be reduced.

, weakening Wuzhou's military pressure. In view of this, the imperial court may consider Li Xun's suggestion.

Ruan Donglang suddenly asked: "How sure are you that the general's suggestion can pass the imperial court?"

Ruan Donglang had lived in the Central Plains for many years and had some understanding of the political situation of the Jin Dynasty. He understood very well that it was difficult for the court to agree to Li Xun's suggestion.

Li Xun glanced at Ruan Donglang and said softly: "It depends on people. If you don't try, how will you know whether it will succeed?"

After listening to Li Xun's words, everyone realized that this was just Li Xun's intention, or his personal idea. For now, it had nothing to do with the Jin Dynasty court.

There was a bit of disappointment on the faces of Sheikhman and others.

Avila, who had been silent all this time, said at this time: "Then the general called us here, what's the matter?"

Of course I have something to do with you!

Li Xun said: "I want to buy something from you."

In the land of seven states in the west of Longyou, the war has just ended, and after so many years of devastation by Dashi, the people's livelihood is in decline, and materials are in short supply. The road leading to this place from the mainland of the Central Plains is difficult, the public security along the way is poor, and business transactions have not yet begun.

Without the support of the imperial court, Li Xun had no choice but to find a way out from the Western Regions.

Sheikhman asked aloud: "I wonder what the general wants to buy?"

"Grain, a lot of grain, as much as I want, and cattle, these are the two main things at the moment."

Li Xun didn't mention strategic materials such as pig iron, weapons, and horses. Although he was also in short supply, these items were severely restricted in various countries. Even if they dared to sell them, Li Xun did not dare to buy them.

Sheikhman nodded and remained silent. He didn't care about these things. The businessmen outside could solve them. After thinking for a moment, Sheikhman asked: "General, if the number of troops in Xizhou is reduced to that of Wu

With the same size as the state, can this commercial ferry really be built?"

Li Xun said seriously: "If this is really the case, I will do my best to promote this matter. I came to you to talk about these things, not just for fun. I hope you can feel my sincerity."

Sheikhman stood up, bowed and said: "The general's sincerity can naturally be felt by this villain. I will do my best to facilitate this matter."

Li Xun smiled and said nothing. Businessmen are the most savvy group in the world. It is really difficult to take advantage of them.

After everyone chatted for a while, Shehman and Avila said goodbye and left.

Ruan Donglang did not leave, but sat there quietly drinking tea.

Li Xun looked at him and asked strangely: "They've all left, why are you still here?"

Ruan Donglang put down his tea cup and said with a smile: "I won't leave, of course I want to discuss business with the general."

Li Xun smiled: "There aren't many things I want to buy. I'm afraid you won't like them."

"The business I'm talking about is not now."

Li Xun glanced at Ruan Donglang and asked calmly: "What do you mean?"

Ruan Donglang stood up, raised his hands and said, "General, I can give you 5,000 dan of grain and 500 cattle for free."

Li Xun frowned slightly and asked puzzledly: "You give me so many benefits, what do you want to get?"

"General, I just said that the business I am discussing with you is not now, but in the future."

Ruan Donglang said: "I gave out so many things just to gain the general's favor. If this trade ferry is built, I hope the general will give me some support."

Venture capital? This businessman named Ruan Donglang is quite forward-thinking. Although he is young, he also has superhuman decisiveness and courage.

Li Xun said quietly: "You must know that I am not sure about trade. If the court does not allow it, I am afraid that these things of yours will be in vain."

Ruan Donglang laughed loudly and said: "So what? You will get something if you give it up, so a mere tens of thousands of taels of silver, what does it mean?"

After saying that, Ruan Donglang looked directly at Li Xun and said softly: "If I can become friends with you, general, through this move, this may be my greatest gain."

"If you encounter difficulties on Longyou West Road, you can come to me."

Li Xun took a deep look at Ruan Donglang, said this, stood up and left.

Everything was developing in a good direction. Just when Li Xun relaxed a little and felt that he could rest for a few days, Shenchi County and the Governor's Mansion.

"Master Wu, why did you summon me here?"

Wang Chengxi strode into the living room, and Wu Heng stood there quietly, frowning and feeling sad.

Wu Heng looked at Wang Chengxi and said quietly: "Li Xun is determined to embarrass me. General Wang, I need your help."
Chapter completed!