Dimension Paradise, I am a summoning apostle

Chapter 641 Absurd Proposal for Peace, So-called Negotiation

The inn's chef didn't know much either. He had gone out of town to buy vegetables when he saw the cavalry of the Azure Moon Royal Court charging towards them.

Fortunately, he was close to the city gate and ran back immediately.

He didn't know what happened next; he only saw the city gates close.

Chu Danqing wasn't the only one to hear this news; a group of guests in the dining room also heard it.

They were all quite frightened.

Chu Danqing did not linger. He returned to his room, stroking his chin in thought, wondering if this was a sign of the birth of Meng Huaxi in Lin'an.

"Let's wait and see if the city falls or someone manages to turn the tide." Chu Danqing suppressed the idea of ​​summoning Yang Qianyuan.

Without these dimensional apostles, the city's fall would be a certainty, even setting aside the lurking old monsters.

However, there are quite a few dimensional apostles in Cloud City, and as long as they are willing to put in the effort, there is still a possibility of holding it off.

However, it cannot be ruled out that there are also apostles in the Azure Moon Royal Court.

Then I began my cultivation.

As evening approached, Da Bao, Da Yu, and Da Hui all woke up at the same time.

Perhaps it wasn't an enemy approaching, but they were definitely experts.

Two minutes later, there was a knock on the door: "Brother Chu, it's me."

Bai Hanzhe's voice came through.

Chu Danqing looked puzzled. Why did Bai Hanzhe come to find her?
Shouldn't they be taking refuge at the Ninth Prince's residence right now? Why are they here?

At Chu Danqing's prompting, Da Bao opened the door.

"Brother Bai, what's the matter?" Chu Danqing asked directly.

People don't visit unless they have a reason; if someone comes to see you, they must have something to say.

Bai Hanzhe's face was both ugly and embarrassed. In the end, he could only ask, "Brother Chu, do you know about what's happening outside the city?"

"I know a little about them," Chu Danqing said. "I've heard they're cavalry from the Cangyue Royal Court."

“That’s right,” Bai Hanzhe said. “However, Brother Chu only knows one side of the story. The one who came is the Wolf Lord, Uzhuhelibo.”

"He is leading the royal court's elite troops, and now Yundu is in imminent danger."

Wolf Lord is the title of the emperor in the Azure Moon Royal Court.

"So you want me to help defend Yundu?" Chu Danqing asked.

"The imperial court has no intention of fighting." Bai Hanzhe said, a look of helplessness on his face.

Chu Danqing was also taken aback. The enemy was at the city gates and they weren't planning to fight? Were they going to surrender?

“The treacherous minister Zhang Chongyan came up with a plan, saying that he would send a prince to negotiate, offering himself as a hostage and gold and silver as a bribe to make them withdraw their troops.”

"We'll take revenge after the troops have retreated," Bai Hanzhe said.

"Huh???" Chu Danqing was truly dumbfounded this time; he never expected this could be done: "What's his motive?"

He couldn't understand the other person's thoughts at all.

From a purely self-interested perspective, they have absolutely no idea where the benefits lie.

From a strategic perspective, that would be tantamount to courting disaster.

Whether it's packing up and running away or fighting to the death to defend the city, both are ten times better than this method.

"Wait a minute, how could the emperor possibly agree? Even if the emperor did agree, the Wolf Lord wouldn't agree either." Chu Danqing then realized that sending a hostage would only work if the enemy hadn't attacked the capital.

They've already reached the capital; it's like taking off your pants to fart.

"His Majesty agreed. The Wolf Lord didn't mention a hostage, but rather a discussion," Bai Hanzhe said helplessly. "That's why I came to ask Brother Chu for your help."

Chu Danqing temporarily ignored any conspiracy involved and said, "So the Ninth Prince, whom you serve, has been selected."

"This matter may be related to me." No matter how obtuse Bai Hanzhe was, his mind was still sharp.

"No need for 'maybe,' it was you who tricked the Ninth Prince," Chu Danqing said.

This made Bai Hanzhe feel even more helpless.

What can we do now that things have come to this?

"So what do you want from me?" Chu Danqing asked.

"I would like to ask Brother Chu to accompany me to escort His Highness the Ninth Prince to the enemy camp for negotiations," Bai Hanzhe said immediately.

This was somewhat unexpected for Chu Danqing; he had thought he was being asked to find a way to replace the person.

This makes sense, considering Bai Hanzhe's past actions; he had offended quite a few people in the court.

In particular, there is also Prince Liang, who is now acting like a mad dog, not only wanting to kill Bai Han, but also taking revenge on the Ninth Prince.

Side Quest: Protect Ninth Prince Pan Li's safety during the negotiations.

[Trial Difficulty: A (Hero)]

[Trial Reward: Paradise Points x 10000, Attribute Points +4]

[Trial Failed: Paradise Points -20000, Random Attribute -1]

A side quest appeared, but it wasn't very difficult; it was only rated A.

But there's something interesting about this task: there's no time limit.

Chu Danqing received a mission, and 99% of them had a time limit. Even if there was no specific time, it was something like before returning or before dawn.

But this time it was quite vague, just discussing when it would end and when it would be completed.

There are no clear criteria for judgment, and it is unknown how the judgment is made.

Chu Danqing accepted the task immediately. Since it was a side quest, he figured he might be able to get the Lin'an Dream Seal on this trip.

Okay, even if it isn't, it's still equipment he can use, not to mention there's an A-level mission as a safety net.

"Okay." Chu Danqing then added, "If this works out, you'll owe me another favor." "Don't refuse when I ask you to repay it later."

Chu Danqing wasn't joking; she was serious.

He was certain that the Chizha Spear in Bai Hanzhe's hands was very likely to have some kind of defect or side effect, just like Meng Huaxi in Lin'an.

It's probably because the compatibility is too high.

A military commander of his generation might possess all of these qualities.

Starting with the second generation, the compatibility decreased, leading to a decrease in power, which made these defects and side effects no longer effective.

"Brother Chu, rest assured, I will remember these two favors forever." Bai Hanzhe patted his chest and said, "Without further ado, Brother Chu, please come with me to see His Highness the Ninth Prince."

Chu Danqing quickly tidied up and followed Bai Hanzhe to the Ninth Prince's residence.

When Ninth Prince Pan Li saw Bai Hanzhe bringing Chu Danqing over, he felt very conflicted.

He knew perfectly well why he had been given this 'discussion' job; it was simply because he had been dragged down by Bai Hanzhe.

But it is precisely because of this that true friendship is revealed in times of adversity.

All the original servants in the manor have left and gone to work for others.

Only Bai Hanzhe not only volunteered to escort them, but also sought help from others.

Chu Danqing also noticed Pan Li's complicated feelings.

All I can say is that Bai Hanzhe was willing to shield Pan Li from the wind and rain; as for where that wind and rain came from, you shouldn't ask.

"Bai Qing, Mr. Chu, I'll have to trouble you two later." At this point, Pan Li could only rely on Chu Danqing.

He didn't have a divine weapon, not because he couldn't obtain one, but because he wanted something better.

Given his status and position, he could only obtain a mid-level divine weapon.

Although you can choose for yourself, it's still a second-generation product.

As a result, his already disadvantaged position became even more backward.

However, if one can become a military commander, even if only at the middle level, the throne is not out of reach.

It is precisely because of this ambition that he has not yet become a commander of troops.

But that hope seems to be getting slimmer and slimmer.

"Then may I ask Your Highness, what are our demands when we meet with the Wolf Lord?" Chu Danqing asked.

Don't self-destruct as soon as you arrive, or Chu Danqing might trigger an SSS-level mission to annihilate the Cangyue Royal Court army and kill the Wolf Lord.

"Didn't Bai Qing tell you?" Pan Li asked, somewhat surprised.

“He did tell me, but he only gave a general outline,” Chu Danqing said immediately. “I just want to know what Your Highness’s plans are.”

"I see." Pan Li responded with a wry smile and said, "I don't have any plans. I just want to give them money and then bear with it."

He doesn't have the upper hand, so what kind of plans could he possibly have?

Moreover, he might not even make it back alive this time.

Let alone dignity.

“There is a way to save your life,” Chu Danqing said, stroking his chin. “Since Your Highness doesn’t have a divine weapon yet, why not play the coward?”

"When you meet someone, be a little timid and submissive, the kind of person that anyone could easily step on and kick."

Pan Li's eyes widened upon hearing this: "This can't possibly work?"

His current concern is not whether he can succeed, but how to survive.

"It should work, after all, no one will think you're in danger looking like this," Chu Danqing said in a low voice. "As the saying goes, as long as the green hills remain, there will always be firewood to burn."

Chu Danqing's job was to ensure the other party's safety during the negotiations, not to help them regain power.

There's not even a guarantee how the other person will get back.
Therefore, it is best to reduce the difficulty beforehand.

"I forgot to ask, are you going alone or are other civil and military officials going with you?" Chu Danqing asked.

“Just me alone.” Pan Li was considering the feasibility of Chu Danqing’s plan when he heard him ask this question, so he replied.

He can't run away, that's why I'm so at ease.

"That solves it. It's a matter of saving lives, not something to be ashamed of," Chu Danqing said with a smile.

Bai Hanzhe, standing to the side, hesitated to speak, for the matter was indeed absurd.

But considering that Pan Li really had this idea, he couldn't say anything.

“Very well, so be it, Mr. Chu.” Pan Li stood up, bowed, and said, “If I can return safely, I will certainly appoint Mr. Chu as my chief minister.”

Upon hearing this, Chu Danqing politely replied.

This promise sounds grand, but it's really just a scheme to get something for nothing.

All of this depends on the Wolf Lord withdrawing his troops while he returns alive.

With Chu Danqing involved, the former is not a problem.

The latter is a bit more difficult.

"It's about time. Let's set off together," Pan Li said, looking at the eunuch who had come from outside.

This wasn't the first time the eunuch had come to urge him, but he had repeatedly made excuses to delay.

However, this time he also had an imperial edict in his hand, which meant that his father had reached his limit.

Even if he had a reason, daring to refuse would be disobeying the imperial decree.

He was subservient to the Wolf Lord, but he could strike hard against his own offspring.

Before the eunuch could speak, Pan Li said, "Let's wait until I return from the enemy camp before issuing the summons."

After saying that, he led his men out of the city.

(End of this chapter)