Niu Youdao did not avoid his gaze and looked at Linghu Qiu with a look that seemed to indicate his sincerity.
"I am acquainted with Heavenly Jade School's Sect Leader Peng Youdao," Linghu Qiu said after a moment of silence.
Fei Changliu and the other two raised their heads. Niu Youdao was also waiting for him to continue.
"Actually, Sect Leader Peng looked for me last year for the same matter. It's just that this isn't a small matter. It's related to the national policy of the Qi Kingdom. I can still ask my friends to help me smooth things over, and everyone will turn a blind eye to it. However, your request is too great, and no one in the Qi Kingdom dares to shoulder this responsibility. Most importantly, I can't implicate them. Therefore, I can only apologize to Sect Leader Peng. "Linghu Qiu's words meant that he hoped Niu Youdao would back off.
Unexpectedly, Niu Youdao asked again, "How many do you mean, Mister Linghu?"
"…" Linghu Qiu was somewhat taken aback. He realized that this person was not being tactful. He frowned and said, "A few hundred horses."
Niu Youdao asked again for a specific number, "A few hundred?"
"…" Linghu Qiu was speechless again. Faced with this expectant gaze, he finally said hesitantly, "About three to four hundred horses, no more than five hundred at most. It's useless for you if you don't form a scale. It's only a few hundred horses. It's not convenient to send them all at once. It's better to distribute them in batches. Otherwise, it'll be difficult to pass through the various countries' checkpoints."
Actually, a few hundred warhorses were not worth much. The key was that it was troublesome. He wanted Niu Youdao to consider it for himself. Did he think it was appropriate to cause him so much trouble for a few hundred warhorses? Peng Youdao was also here for this reason. Forget it. It was not appropriate to trouble him for a few hundred horses.
However, Niu Youdao nodded excitedly, "Five hundred horses will be enough!"
"…" Fei Changliu, Xia Hua, and Zheng Jiuxiao turned to look at him. Five hundred horses will be enough?
"…" Linghu Qiu was stunned. He thought he had misheard and asked doubtfully, "Five hundred horses will be enough? Peng Youdao said at least ten thousand horses. Isn't the disparity between the two of you a little too great? "
Niu Youdao laughed heartily and said, "Not big, not big, I can't be wrong. Mister Linghu, you might not know this, but the Heavenly Jade School is the true backer of Duke Yongping. Naturally, the Heavenly Jade School has to contribute more. If the Heavenly Jade School is only able to get five hundred warhorses for the Prince, wouldn't that be too much … Hehe, I'm different. No matter what I get from the Prince, I can't compare to the Heavenly Jade School in any aspect. Being able to get five hundred warhorses is a token of my sincerity. Even though it's not much, at least it proves that I didn't get benefits for free. "
As he finished speaking, he stood up, cupped his hands and bowed deeply. "I sincerely ask for Mister Linghu's assistance in this matter."
Fei Changliu and the other two exchanged glances, not knowing what this guy was trying to do.
Speaking of which, they had witnessed Niu Youdao's capabilities since the start of the Ice and Snow Pavilion. Otherwise, they wouldn't have been convinced by Niu Youdao.
"…" The expression on Linghu Qiu's face was very interesting. There were some words that couldn't be taken back. Since he had already said that he could do it, there was no need for him to come here if he went back on his word. If he went back on his word, how could he continue befriending him?
He felt as if he had shot himself in the foot. If he had known earlier, he wouldn't have mentioned those hundreds of warhorses. He should have just said that it wasn't easy.
After pondering for a moment, he smiled bitterly and pressed his hands together. "Brother, you've already said so much. If I still don't agree, it would seem a little unreasonable. Sit down and talk. If you have something to say, sit down and talk. There's no need to be so courteous."
Niu Youdao straightened his back. "Then I'll thank you in advance."
"Sit down and talk. Sit down and talk." Linghu Qiu's palm slapped down repeatedly.
Niu Youdao sat down and asked again, "May I know when you'll be able to get those five hundred warhorses?"
Linghu Qiu sighed. "If it's only five hundred warhorses, I don't think it's necessary to go to Qi. It's such a long journey and it's too troublesome to go there. If it's only five hundred warhorses, I know some people in Yan territory and can get them for you … No, it's not appropriate. It's not appropriate to go to Yan territory. When your armies clash, I'm afraid I'll be in trouble. How about the State of Zhao? It's next door. Since you're close, I'll send you five hundred warhorses from Zhao within a month. What do you think? "There was a hint of a smile on his face.
Niu Youdao was pleasantly surprised. "That's great! I'm not afraid of trouble in Qi. You can leave the troublesome matters to me. Get five hundred warhorses from Zhao and another five hundred from Qi. I'll be able to get one thousand warhorses to complete the task. That's great!"
Fei Changliu and the other two finally understood his intention. They sat there like clay Bodhisattvas and listened without saying a word. Their eyes kept glancing back and forth between the two men. "…" Linghu Qiu couldn't smile anymore.
"…" Linghu Qiu couldn't smile anymore. The corner of his mouth twitched as he raised his head to look at the sky. Then, he chuckled and lowered his head to ask Niu You, "From what Little Brother said, it seems like you won't be satisfied even if I get some more from other countries. So, you want me to go to the Qi Kingdom to get those five hundred horses? You have the nerve to order me around like this. Aren't you afraid that I'll tire myself out? "His tone sounded like he was joking.
Niu Youdao said seriously, "The price is negotiable!"
Linghu Qiu said, "I don't intend to charge you for the five hundred warhorses from Zhao. Just treat it as a greeting gift."
Niu Youdao said, "That's a different matter. The warhorses are for the Prince, not me. How much should I pay for them? I can't let Mr. Linghu spend money."
Linghu Qiu was puzzled. Were you really muddle-headed or were you pretending to be muddle-headed? "No, why would I need to get warhorses for that Prince? I'm only helping you because of Little Brother. Otherwise, how much do you think I should charge for these hundreds of warhorses? "
"Mister!" Hong Xiu, who was standing behind him, took two steps forward and leaned over to Linghu Qiu's ear. She said with a smile, "Mister, Young Master has already said that he's not afraid of trouble in Qi. If Mister has any troublesome matters, you can leave them to him."
Niu Youdao looked at her with a faint smile. Hong Xiu smiled and slightly bowed to him. After a while, she returned to her original position.
Linghu Qiu was reminded and suddenly realized something. He raised his hand and patted his head. "Yes, Little Brother doesn't even care about the life of the envoy of Yan. Why would he care about the five hundred warhorses? I'm afraid that without tens of thousands of warhorses, you won't be able to satisfy Little Brother's appetite. I'm really muddle-headed."
Niu Youdao's gaze, however, slid back and forth between the two women's faces. He clicked his tongue and said, "Mr. Linghu is indeed blessed. The taste of twin sisters makes one envious, my heart is also palpitating with eagerness. If Mr. Linghu really wants to give me a greeting gift, I wonder if you can part with it? "
Linghu Qiu laughed and turned back. "Brother Niu has taken a fancy to you two sisters. It's your good fortune. Why don't you consider it?"
Hong Fu, who had a cold face, looked at Niu Youdao coldly. Hong Xiu smiled and bowed. "We sisters are old and frail. Young master is still in the prime of his life. We dare not blaspheme young master."
Niu Youdao smiled. "That's not right. Everyone has their own appetite." He raised his hand and pointed to Black Peony, who was standing at the side. "I like this type!"
Black Peony was speechless. She almost wanted to roll her eyes at him. Did he think that she was too old?
Fei Changliu and the other two glanced at him. They did not know what he was up to. After knowing him for so long, they knew that he was not a lecherous person.
Shang Shuqing, who had just walked upstairs, paused. He heard that there was a guest and wanted to see who it was. Who knew that he happened to hear Niu Youdao's words. He bit his lips slightly and remained silent at the staircase.
Linghu Qiu held the tea and sipped it slowly. There was a faint smile on his face. He did not say anything and looked calm.
Hong Xiu giggled. "We sisters are just maids by Mister's side. We can't compare to those warhorses!"
Niu Youdao said, "The warhorses are for the Prince. I want you sisters."
Hong Xiu was not angry. She covered her mouth and smiled. "We sisters can't afford young master's appetite. Our appetite is still normal." She pouted at Linghu Qiu, who was slowly sipping his tea. It was clear that she liked girls of similar age.
Niu Youdao sighed. "Mister Linghu, they are your maids. It seems that you still have to say something. As long as you agree, they will have nothing to say."
Linghu Qiu held the teacup and smiled. "Brother, do you like them so much?"
Niu Youdao nodded. "It may be abrupt, but I am indeed tempted. I am determined to get them. I am willing to give you one million gold coins as compensation. What do you think?"
Linghu Qiu smiled without saying anything.
Niu Youdao said, "I will give you five million gold coins. Mister Linghu, please part with them!"
Linghu Qiu said, "Brother, let's get down to business!"
Niu Youdao stared at the two girls and said word by word. "Ten million!"
Once this price was out, everyone was shocked. Hong Xiu and Hong Fu's eyes flashed with astonishment as they looked at each other.
Shang Shuqing, who walked to the other side of the railing, couldn't help but look back.
Linghu Qiu subconsciously looked around. Hearing the meaning of these words, she felt that if she didn't hand over the two maids to him today, she wouldn't be able to leave this place. Thinking that this person even dared to kill the envoy of Yan, she secretly felt fear in her heart.
But on the surface, he smiled and said, "Even a country can't easily take out ten million gold coins. It's not that I don't believe you, but I want to ask, can you take out so much money?"
Niu Youdao said, "I can't take out cash, but I have something that is worth ten million."
Linghu Qiu asked with a smile, "What is so valuable?"
Niu Youdao said, "I made a few friends on the way to the Ice and Snow Pavilion. When we parted at the Ice and Snow Pavilion, they gave me a flying mount. That mount is probably worth more than ten million gold coins. But you also know that it won't be easy to sell that thing in a short time. How about I exchange that flying mount with Mr. Linghu for the two maids? Mr. Linghu likes to travel, and this mount is perfect for you! "
Not only Shang Shuqing, but even Fei Changliu and the others were secretly muttering, "Is there such a thing?"
Linghu Qiu looked surprised. "Who is so generous to give a flying mount as a gift?"
Niu Youdao said, "To be honest, they didn't reveal their real identity to me. They only told me that if I need anything in the future, I can go to the capital of Qi Kingdom to look for them. One of them is surnamed Hao, and the other is surnamed Pei. Hao is the surname of Qi Kingdom, and I suspect that they might be from the royal family of Qi Kingdom."
Linghu Qiu said thoughtfully, not knowing whether to believe it or not. He said with a slightly joking tone, "It's rare for a royal family to give a flying mount as a gift. After all, it's expensive."
Niu Youdao said, "They took a fancy to something of mine, and they made an exchange with me."
Linghu Qiu asked again, "What did they exchange?"
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