Chapter 351: Agreement
Since he already expected that Xu Xiang would refuse, Gu Xieqin nodded and said, "Since Miss Xu refuses to give us military and weapon technology, this prince won’t force you."
After a moment of silence, he said, "Since Miss Xu rejected our first offer, would you like to hear our second offer?"
Xu Xiang nodded and said, "Let’s listen first."
"Our second offer is, we will support this Shen Gu Village to become free land in exchange for seeds and fertilizer. If Miss Xu decides to establish a kingdom in the future, my Qin Kingdom will support you. Miss Xu may not know that to establish a kingdom or an empire, at least the support of three kingdoms or empires is needed. My kingdom can give you that support." Gu Xieqin said while observing Xu Xiang’s expression.
As soon as these words came out, Xu Xiang’s eyes flickered. As Gu Xieqin said, although it is possible to establish Xiao Shao as the emperor and seize the Shang Empire by force, it is not a wise move for the development of the empire in the long run.
They indeed still need the approval of other kingdoms and empires. Only with their recognition can Xiao Shao become an emperor who is acknowledged by the world, and could establish international relations with other countries.
It will be easier for them to unite the continent if they choose the peaceful and political way. This is also the reason why she wanted to recruit Huan Yun when they first met. If Xiao Shao has Huan Yun’s support, with her talent in politics and strategy, then Xiao Shao will be like a tiger with wings.
After thinking about it, Xu Xiang looked at Gu Xieqin and asked, "Why do you think I want to build a kingdom?"
Gu Xieqin felt her killing intent and knew that if he answered wrongly, his head would roll to the ground in the next second.