Saibo could hear the dissatisfaction hidden in the other party's words. He also discovered these situations, but the situation was not as serious as the other party said. He also saw that the northwest side seemed to be deliberately indulging the development of this phenomenon. The purpose of the rebellion was obvious. Of course, it was to use this negotiation to divide and disintegrate the power of all parties. He had already raised this issue with the other party's senior officials. For his own concerns, the other party also agreed to pay attention to this kind of phenomenon, and he could only go so far. The key to the problem still lies in the difficulty of balancing the distribution of interests. This, as Abuhiev worries, will happen in the future. The second phase of negotiations was even more prominent.
Seeing that the other party was silent, Abuhiev smiled wryly and said with a self-deprecating tone: "Perhaps I am doing this too much. Everything is now in the hands of the northwest. Our countries in the Western Region have become meat for others to slaughter. This is how they want to deal with it." It’s up to them, I just hope the situation can calm down soon and don’t let these unexpected changes affect the lives of ordinary people.”
Saibo gently raised his whip and urged his horse. He was silently thinking about the other party's words. It should be said that the other party can be regarded as a capable minister of the countries in the Western Regions. Loulan's ability to stand out over the years is certainly inseparable from Haibal's efforts, but As the Minister of State, he also played an indispensable role. We can only blame Loulan for being too eager for quick success and the rising northwest. The disparity in strength was so great that Loulan had no chance of success. The sad man in front of him also had no chance of success. It will inevitably become a stepping stone.
"Sir Abuhiev, times have changed. I have been thinking about a question. If Li Wufeng had not come to the northwest, and Northern Luzon also belonged to the Grand Duchy of Luzon, what do you think our Western Region would be like now or in the future? ?Is it possible for us in the Western Region to be unique among these parties and maintain our independence?" When Saibo said these words, his face was calm and thoughtful.
Abuhiev was startled. He quietly glanced at the other party's expression and saw that the other party did not seem to be acting. He thought for a moment before asking: "Master Saibo, what do you think?"
"I have thought about this question repeatedly, but I have been unable to come up with an exact answer, but recently I have some new opinions." Saibo did not shirk, and said slowly: "My opinion is that it is difficult. If we in the Western Regions want to It may be difficult to maintain your independence in these troubled times.”
"How can I see it?"
"Master Abuhiev, think about it. The total population of our Western Region countries is only about 3 million, and they are divided into five countries. The maximum population of Loulan and Bejia is only 800,000. The commonality of our five ethnic groups does not need to be I won’t say more, but there are still big differences. If we want to produce a country from these five countries that can unify or lead the entire Western Region, I dare not say it is impossible, but at least it is unlikely for our generation. . Let’s not talk about anything else. First of all, the Luobei people will not tolerate the unification of the countries in our Western Regions under one political power. This possibility will be nipped in the bud, and Luzon in the south will not be happy to see us either. Unity, that’s one of them.”
"I have carefully compared the governance and management models of our Western Region countries with the Tang River Empire, even the Western Continent countries, and even the nomadic peoples on the Tengger Grassland. I found that the political structure of our Western Region countries is inherently flawed. The half-farming and half-nomadic life Method, lack of strong political power, except for the notification in the capital city, can still be said to be barely in place, while most of the places outside the capital are superficial, in fact, more of them belong to the nobles within the clan. This lack of unity The political power is too far behind the Tanghe people of the unified country, far from being on the same level, this is the second one."
"The economic and cultural foundations of our Western Region countries are far behind those of the Tanghe Empire. Even compared with the Northwest, the economic and cultural institutional models are very different for a region or country. The increase in strength is obvious, and this is the third one. Take Northern Luzon as an example, but it has only been in the hands of Li Wufeng for a few years, and now the speed of development is already appalling. I once put on makeup to go to Shuangdui for inspection, and it was originally just a trivial one. The border town has now developed into a prosperous city that is no less than the capitals of our countries in the Western Regions, and its vibrant side is something I have never seen anywhere in our countries in the Western Regions."
"Based on the above reasons, I don't think we can achieve satisfactory results, even without the rise of Li Wufeng in the northwest." Mr. Saibo finished explaining his views.
Abuhiev, who had been listening carefully to the other party's argument, also fell into deep thinking at this time. In fact, before this, Li Wufeng had had a deep conversation with him. At the end of the conversation, the other party gave him final advice: "The countries in the Western Regions are divided." The era of rule has passed, and now is no longer the time to discuss whether we should divide rule or unify administrative powers. If Mr. Abuhiyev still hopes that the people of Loulan Kingdom can live a better life, I hope you You can play your due role when the new political power starts to run and strive for more benefits for you Loulan people. Of course, this is reasonable and legal and does not exceed the principles."
The words from Saibo, who also belonged to the Western Regions and had a similar identity as himself, once again deeply touched him. Times have changed. Stop dwelling on the glory of the past and learn to adapt to the changes in power and path. Both words were unabashed. expresses the same truth.
"Then you mean that our Western Region will no longer be strong and can only succumb forever to the power of the Northwesters?" Abuhiyev asked angrily.
"No, I don't think so. We should learn from advanced things. Just like the Tanghe people are far ahead of us in economic and cultural aspects, we should learn from them. Covering up illnesses and avoiding medical treatment cannot make a nation strong. Although this kind of let The way we learn is a bit embarrassing. But now the northwest under the leadership of Li Wufeng has become an advanced representative. As a backward party, we must obey them and learn from them at this moment. We must find ways to surpass them and let our own talents grow through learning. This is the way out for our nation to improve our level and strengthen our strength. As for how the world will develop in the future, none of us can predict now. We can only do what we should do now." Sai Bo said flatly.
Nodding silently, the thoughtful Abuhiev suddenly asked: "We can think of it, but Li Wufeng can't think of it? Do you think he will be so confident and bold in allowing us to grow and improve ourselves?"
"Master Abuhiev, you underestimate Li Wufeng too much. The question is not whether he can think of it. You may not believe it. This is exactly what he told me on his own initiative. He once had an in-depth talk with me. He thinks that our tribes in the Western Regions The improvement of economic, cultural and living standards is a good thing, or it does not pose any threat to him. Of course, he also pointed out that improving the overall level of a nation is not as simple as imagined. It takes decades or even hundreds of years of unremitting learning. Work hard. He also sincerely hopes that we, the countries in the Western Region, can put aside their past grievances and work together for the welfare of the people in the entire Western Region." Saibo explained with a smile.
"Is this really what Li Wufeng said?" Abuhiev was greatly surprised.
"Saibo is absolutely true. Li Wufeng's mind is beyond the reach of others. He knows that the development and growth of our tribes in the Western Regions may bring him trouble, but he doesn't mind. I have already told him about maintaining the independence of our respective nations. I put forward my opinion. Although he did not agree verbally, he agreed to consider it as an important factor. He just asked me to exchange more detailed opinions with Su and Wang." At this point, Saibo sighed softly, " I don’t know whether it is good or bad for the countries in the Western Region to have such a close relationship with the Northwest today, but the process of history is no longer in our control. It is unwise to go against it. We will eventually fail. We can only adapt. I hope it brings us more good luck.”
Abuhiev looked melancholy into the distance and said lightly: "I'm afraid, as you said, the countries in the Western Regions today are simply not strong enough to challenge Tanghe or even the Northwest. With our current strength, I'm afraid we may not be able to do so in just a few decades or even a hundred years." Able to catch up with the Tanghe people. Li Wufeng also saw this, so he was so generous."
"Master Abuhiev, let me say something that is only between you and me. Maybe it is a heart-breaking statement, but it is a fact. Do you feel that this time has happened and will happen to our countries in the Western Regions? The huge changes have only weakened the royal power of the royal families of our Western Region countries. In terms of administrative power, it has become more concentrated. Perhaps these powers will show a more centralized trend in the future. This is what we are pursuing. A form of unifying the power of the entire Western Region, but what we originally expected was to be realized through the unification of our own royal power, but now it has become a unified administrative power under the control of the northwest. Although this is psychologically a bit confusing It's hard to accept, but in fact it is true." The naked Jianma seemed to feel his master's hesitation, and his footsteps slowly stopped. After pondering for a long time, Saibo said these words.
Abuhiev's whole body was shaken, and he suddenly turned his head and stared at the other party, but said nothing.
"Don't look at me like this. I'm just repeating Li Wufeng's words, but I have to admit that what he said does make sense." Sai Bo shrugged.
The setting sun finally fell below the horizon. The sky to the west was still bright, but the sky was gradually getting dark. The two riders stood alone by the road, as if waiting for something, and as if they were reminiscing about something. Finally, in the darkening twilight Zhonggui disappears.
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