Mother, I have returned to the throne.

"Never mind, you kneeled down, that's a fact. Even if you stand up now, you will still be my servant!"

Just when everyone was filled with righteous indignation, Song Youji showed extraordinary magnanimity.

But just a few words not only eased everyone's mood, but also made Bulma's face darken.

"Your Highness, I didn't come here today to play tricks on you. I came here with a clear purpose: food!"

"Then tell me, according to your barbarians' ideas, how much grain should my Great Qin give you?" Song Youji asked in return.

Bulma responded: "My barbarians have 50 cavalrymen, and they need at least million dan of grain to feed the men and horses in order to safely survive the winter!"

Five hundred thousand cavalry!

Bulma specifically mentioned this number not just to prove his point.

It's more of a threat!

If the barbarians are not well fed, how can the five hundred thousand cavalrymen feel at ease?

When the time comes, we will break down the city walls, start a war and plunder food.

Don’t regret it, Great Qin!

Song Youji naturally understood the threat, but five million dan of grain was equivalent to the tax revenue of the Qin Dynasty for three months.

With just one sentence, Bulma is going to take away so many benefits?

It’s just a dream!

"You barbarians, do you really think that our Great Qin dare not start a war?" With a cold snort, Song Youji responded directly.

"You are greedy and insatiable, just like jackals, tigers and leopards. Even if my Great Qin is in turmoil, I will not tolerate being devoured by you!"

When he said this, Song Youji had even prepared for war in his heart.

But I never expected that Bulma became particularly easy to talk to today.

"Your Highness, I've heard quite a bit of news from other sources. This year, the weather has been good, and the tax revenue in Daqin has increased quite a bit. I remember... in just one year, Daqin collected a full 40 million dan of grain, right?"

"However... I am not unreasonable. If Your Majesty feels that five million dan of grain is too much, why not try a different method of distribution?"

How did he know this number?

Everyone's face darkened when they heard the number from Bulma's mouth.

The dynasty’s taxation is a secret among secrets.

Now that the other party can actually give accurate numbers while joking, doesn’t this just prove that the other party has an insider in the dynasty?

For a moment, everyone's focus shifted and fell on Song Yuan again.

There are indeed some suspicious points about this eldest prince!

With his identity, it is indeed possible for him to access this number!

Could it be that Song Yuan really rebelled and conspired with the barbarians to put on this drama?

Compared to everyone else's suspicion, Song Youji frowned secretly.

From Bulma's abnormal behavior, he keenly sensed a hint of conspiracy.

However, Song Youji did not want to start a war rashly unless it was necessary.

At the moment, I had no choice but to patiently ask in a low voice.

"High Priest, could you please tell me what else we can do?"

"Your Majesty, asking the Qin Dynasty to provide so much food all at once is indeed a bit unreasonable, so I think it would be better to take it slow and steady."

Bulma spoke eloquently: "Daqin is in turmoil right now. I am satisfied and sincerely want to establish diplomatic relations with you. How about this?"

"I, the barbarian, only need one grain of rice on the first day. Each day thereafter, the amount of food will only need to be doubled. Your Majesty, consider this: two grains on the second day, four grains on the third day, and this state will only need to continue for three months!"

Is Bulma kidding me?

Song Youji was slightly stunned and rubbed his ears subconsciously.

It was really the number that Bulma mentioned that made him a little unconcerned.

A few grains of rice a day, even if it doubles every other day, how much will be left in the end?

Compared with a mere three million dan of grain, such a statement is simply a joke!

Song Youji even had doubts in his heart.

Did I blame the guy in front of me wrongly?

Is the other party really here to negotiate?

Even the civil and military officials found it absurd.

Could such a kind condition be proposed by an ant as vicious as a jackal?

Oops!

Among the crowd, only Song Yuan had a gloomy expression.

Seeing everyone smiling, Song Yuan secretly exclaimed in his heart.

This barbarian has such a vicious heart!

Daqin is proficient in numbers and is particularly sensitive to numerical values, but due to the development of science, there are still preconceived ideas among the people.

I subconsciously ignored what Bulma said!

But Song Yuan must have received a good education. Just by hearing it, Song Yuan realized the huge size of this number!

Doubling every day is equal to the power in mathematics.

2 to the power of 90, Song Yuan couldn't even count how many digits it had!

By then, forget about food. Even if the Qin Dynasty sold all its property and gave all its territory to the barbarians, it might not be able to gamble away such a huge hole!

Now, if Song Youji nods, Bulma will definitely sign the paper contract.

Take this as proof!

However, the Qin Dynasty was destined to be unable to do so and had to agree to the various conditions on paper.

Unless they fall out, there is probably no other possibility!

This barbarian has evil intentions and is clearly trying to push people into a desperate situation!

"Bulma, I agree with what you said..."

It’s a pity that there is not a single wise person in the court, not even Song Youji.

With a bit of contempt, this eternal emperor was about to fall into the trap with a wave of his hand!

Faced with such a situation, Song Yuan couldn't help but feel nervous.

Even though he was in the midst of chaos, he couldn't help but stand up.

"Father, no!"

Song Yuan roared, interrupting Song Youji's statement.

He also put himself in the spotlight!

"Song Yuan, what do you mean?" Song Youji frowned, extremely dissatisfied with Song Yuan's behavior.

The civil and military officials in the audience were even more shocked.

"What does the eldest prince mean by this? Has he really been bribed by the barbarians?"

"Hmph, I wonder how Your Majesty will help him this time. The eldest prince has done so many evil things. Isn't he afraid of arousing the wrath of heaven and the resentment of the people?"

"Such a good offer, but the eldest prince said no. What's his intention? I'm afraid everyone knows it."

"Now I finally understand. It turns out this is all just a show! I want to hear what the eldest prince will say next!"

Because of his previous damaged reputation, Song Yuan had just emerged and immediately became the target of public criticism.

If you have any common sense, you should retreat in time.

But when he thought of the losses suffered by Daqin, Song Yuan finally gritted his teeth.

Looking at Song Youji, he said affirmatively: "Father, this second option must not be chosen!"

"I dare to guarantee that if you really choose me, it will be the wish of this barbarian!"

"Song Yuan, stop talking nonsense! Anyone with a discerning eye can tell who is good and who is bad. You're trying to confuse people. In my opinion, you should be dragged out and executed!"

The Third Prince Song Qi almost laughed out loud when he saw Song Yuan seeking his own death. How could he let go of such a great opportunity?

With an angry shout, Song Qi knelt down in front of Song Youji.

"Father, now that the truth is out, why do we still need to confirm my identity?"

"Brother has clearly been bribed by the barbarians. He is guilty of treason and deserves death. Why is Father still hesitating?"