Chapter 244 Buzzing
"Are you still watching? If not, I'll take it away."
Mei Cheng'an glanced at the dazed Fan Xian and asked.
Fan Xian came back to his senses and exclaimed.
"Collect, collect, collect. I'll help you."
After saying that, he helped to collect the information, tidied up the part at hand, and handed it to Mei Chengan.
"Since this intelligence is reliable, should we quickly synchronize the news to all members of the negotiation team?"
Mei Cheng'an put all the information back into the folder and closed it. Just as he was about to say something, Wang Qinian on the opposite side suddenly spoke.
"Master Xiao Fan, this information cannot be handed over to the Honglu Temple!"
Fan Xian looked at him in surprise.
"why?"
Wang Qinian said bluntly.
"Because these materials involve the most confidential information of the Supervisory Council!"
"No one in the Honglu Temple is qualified to have access to this level of secrets, including the Honglu Temple Minister!"
Fan Xian was stunned when he heard this; he had not expected this.
"Is this... what Chen Pingping meant?"
Wang Qinian nodded.
"Yes, the Dean's exact words!"
"this…"
Fan Xian subconsciously glanced at his fellow villager.
Mei Cheng'an curled the corners of his mouth, looked at Wang Qinian and smiled.
"Old Wang, to judge a person's intentions, you can't just listen to what he says, you also have to see what he does.
If Chen Pingping really didn't want this information to be leaked to the negotiation team, he would never agree to my request.
I wouldn't have gone to such great lengths to collate and analyze the intelligence and then have you bring it to us. Think about it."
"..."
Wang Qinian groaned, put his arm on the table, supported his chin and savored the food for a long time, then nodded.
"Hearing what the young master said, it seems... that's indeed the case. Then I don't understand. Since the dean wanted you to reveal it to the Honglu Temple, why did he specifically tell me those words?"
Mei Chengan laughed.
"That was just a reminder. The information can't be given directly! Besides that, what else did Chen Pingping specifically tell you?"
Wang Qinian was stunned when he heard this, and said blankly after thinking about it for a while.
"That's all. Apart from what I said before, you have to share this information with Master Xiao Fan. That's all."
Mei Cheng'an nodded and looked at Fan Xian.
"Do you understand it?"
Wang Qinian also looked at him.
"Forehead…"
Suddenly the topic shifted to himself, and Fan Xian was a little confused for a moment. After thinking for a moment, Fan Xian said uncertainly.
"You mean... Chen Pingping did this for me?"
Mei Cheng'an snapped his fingers and laughed.
"If not for you, who else could it be for? I don't think I have the honor to let Chen Pingping break the rules of the Supervisory Commission for me.
He doesn't want you to be just a vase in this negotiation. He wants you to stand out and make a splash!
So that you can accumulate enough merits to pave your future career, tut tut tut, he really has good intentions. "
After hearing this, Wang Qinian showed a look of sudden realization.
Fan Xian was a little embarrassed. He touched his nose and didn't know what to say.
Considering how much Chen Pingping cared for him, Fan Xian was not surprised at all that he could do such a thing. It was probably that his fellow villager was right.
It was not a good idea to continue this awkward situation, so Fan Xian changed the subject.
"Um, I think we should talk business first. Since we can't give the information directly, how should we use it? When should we use it?"
Mei Cheng'an had no intention of teasing him about this matter any further. He thought for a moment before speaking.
"As for the timing, it's all worth it now, and the negotiations will start early tomorrow morning, so we can only wait until the first day of negotiations is over.
Don't worry, some negotiations like this will lead to a lot of hassles, and it is definitely impossible to conclude it in one day. It won't have much impact if you delay it for one day.
As for how to say it, take these materials with you when you leave later, and try to convert the analysis report into your own judgment.
It doesn't matter if the reasons are a little exaggerated. After all, the sources of these intelligence are not allowed to be made public, so we should try to cover them up if possible.
When the negotiations are over tomorrow and we have a review meeting, you can tell me the converted information and I will be there to support you."
Fan Xian pondered for a moment. His fellow villager's arrangement was reasonable and he had no objection to the general direction, except for one small problem.
“It’s fine if I make my own judgment, but the question is how can I gain their trust?
After all, I have just arrived in Kyoto. Even if you help them, they may not believe me. "
Mei Cheng'an had already considered this and was not at all panicked when he heard this.
“Although all members of the negotiation team discussed and deliberated on the negotiation decision, only one person, Xin Qiwu, made the final decision.
We just need to deal with him, and don't worry about anyone else. As for how to deal with him, it's easy for you.
He is so attached to you now, you just need to find an opportunity to communicate with him alone, hinting that the source of this information is the Supervisory Council, and he will believe it without a doubt. "
Fan Xian suddenly understood and no longer had any doubts, so he nodded.
"I understand."
……
May 1st, 10:00 am
The negotiations between Qing Kingdom and Northern Qi are about to begin!
The negotiation hall of the Honglu Temple has now been redecorated, looking brand new and solemn. In the middle of the long and narrow negotiation table, some of the documents needed for the negotiation have already been prepared and laid out in an integrated manner.
There were six brand new cushions on each side of the negotiation table, and a teacup was prepared in front of each seat.
Three other secretaries were also seated on one side of the Qing State negotiation table. One was seated and responsible for recording the content of the negotiations, one was holding a teapot and responsible for serving tea, and one was responsible for holding some important documents for review.
The two negotiating members led by Wang Sicheng arrived early and stood waiting. Xin Qiwu, Mei Chengan and Fan Xian also arrived shortly afterwards.
This was the first time Fan Xian put on his official uniform, and he felt awkward all over.
Fan Xian complained to Mei Chengan about this for most of the day in the main building at the back, which annoyed Mei Chengan a lot.
After finally waiting until the entrance time, Mei Chengan wanted to be the first to enter, but unfortunately, there was a sequence for admission.
Because Fan Xian was there to receive the deputy envoy, and Mei Cheng'an was the second in command of the Honglu Temple, they had to appear later with Xin Qiwu.
After entering the negotiation room, Mei Chengan breathed a sigh of relief, his ears were finally quiet.
After each of them had exchanged greetings, the three of them, although they arrived later, had to take their seats first. The two seats in the middle were naturally for the chief and deputy reception envoys.
Xin Qiwu pointed to the soft cushion on the right between the two and said to Fan Xian.
"Your Excellency is the deputy envoy, sit here!"
Fan Xian had no experience and could only follow instructions. He did whatever Xin Qiwu said and exclaimed "oh" when he heard it.
Xin Qiwu turned to Mei Chengan on the left.
"Cheng'an you..."
Mei Cheng'an pointed to the seat in front of him, interrupting his nonsense.
"I know where to sit. Lord Xin just needs to instruct that idiot. I won't need to do anything."
Fan Xian uttered a "huh" and was about to fight back.
Xin Qiwu quickly stretched out his hand and placed it between the two of them.
"Stop making trouble, the negotiations will begin soon, be careful of the impact."
Mei Chengan shrugged.
Fan Xian gave him the middle finger through Xin Qiwu, but unfortunately his sleeves were too long, so it looked like he was just raising his hand.
Mei Cheng'an sneered and stopped looking at him.
After Wang Sicheng and the other two had taken their seats, the five of them sat down together. Fan Xian was a little slow as he was holding on to his official hat which was not stable.
After sitting down, Fan Xian looked around and saw that everyone was sitting upright without looking away. A solemn atmosphere filled the air.
After learning to sit down like everyone else, Fan Xian felt more and more nervous. After all, it was his first time experiencing such a scene. Fan Xian couldn't help but speak.
"Lord Xin."
Xin Qiwu didn't even look at him. He just tilted his head slightly towards him and uttered "ah" softly, twice.
Fan Xian swallowed his saliva.
"I... have never negotiated with an enemy country before. I am a little nervous and don't know what to say next."
Xin Qiwu whispered.
"take it easy."
After thinking for a while, Xin Qiwu tilted his head slightly towards him and whispered.
"The war of words between the two countries is a negotiation. The most important thing is to pay attention to, uh, words, and be magnanimous when speaking!
We must be polite and courteous, which will show the magnanimity of our great country!"
"oh oh."
Even though Fan Xian said "oh" quickly, he was actually still confused after hearing it and didn't understand it at all.
So what is the polite way to say it? Hello?
Mei Cheng'an heard the conversation between the two clearly. After listening to the classic speech of Daguo Yaliang Xin Qiwu, he spoke in a low voice with satisfaction.
"Master Xin, it's useless for you to tell him these things. He is a novice and can't understand. Just tell him that if he doesn't know what to say, just shut up and act like an expert, so as to avoid making mistakes by talking too much."
Fan Xian: "..."
The three of us are so close, what's the point of passing through the middle? Is it necessary?
Xin Qiwu thought about it and felt that it made sense, so he quickly applied the patch.
"Yes, yes, yes. Anyway, you don't have to worry about anything later. Just listen to me, okay?"
Fan Xian: "..."
"Okay, okay, alright."
It must be said that although the process was annoying, after listening to the words of his fellow villager and Xin Qiwu, Fan Xian did feel much more at ease!
Halfway through the Si hour, the Northern Qi negotiation team arrived on time.
There were no greetings, no reception, only a condescending gaze, which was the attitude of a winner.
The leader of the Northern Qi negotiation team was a middle-aged man in his forties or fifties. He had a good-looking face and a decent demeanor. Although he did not smile, he did not seem embarrassed either. He sat down calmly with his men.
The first wave of confrontation between the two sides was naturally eye contact.
On the Qing side, people were either arrogant, disdainful, or calm, but generally speaking, they were not polite.
On the Northern Qi side, some were unhappy, some were angry, and some were calm, but overall they were not at a disadvantage.
The first person to break the silence was not the leader of Northern Qi, but Xin Qiwu!
At a certain moment, the warm smile on Xin Qiwu's face suddenly disappeared. He stood up, leaned forward, waved his hand violently, and roared ferociously.
"I will never return the state occupied by my army to you!!!"
This sudden roar startled everyone present. Mei Chengan became alert and his eyes lit up.
Fan Xian opened his mouth wide and looked at Xin Qiwu who had half of his body sticking out, his head buzzing.
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