Daqin. It's Daqin again. Liu Xin suddenly remembered being in that cold cave. Black whirlwind once said to him. Her mother was the daughter of a Daqin merchant who was forcibly robbed by her father. The situation at the time was very critical. Liu Xin is seriously considering whether it is possible to climb up from the bottom of the hole. But Black Whirlwind kept telling his own life experience there. So it didn't attract Liu Xin's attention. And here it is. Liu Xin heard the name Da Qin again. Can not help attracting his attention. Because in the materials Jia Xu provided him. The countries of the Western Regions did not have the name Daqin. So Daqin should not be within the scope of the Western Regions. It should be in a more distant place.
Liu Xin couldn't help asking: "Where is the Da Qin you mentioned. Are these weapons and armors used by ordinary Da Qin soldiers or their generals."
Tubro thought for a while. Said: "I only know that Daqin is far to the west. I don't know where it is. However, I still remember that Daqin merchant said that. These weapons and armors were used by ordinary Daqin troops."
Liu Xin was taken aback. If an ordinary army can be equipped with such sophisticated weapons and armor. Then the combat effectiveness of this army must be quite strong. According to his memory. If any army can be called powerful in this era. It should be the Roman Legion. Could it be that the Great Qin they were talking about was ancient Rome.
Jia Xu obviously didn't believe Tuburo's words. Said: "It's been two or three years. How can you remember it so clearly."
Tubro explained: "When I first saw these weapons. I also asked the merchant. Who uses such heavy weapons. And the Daqin merchant answered me. They are used by soldiers in their army every day. This news shocked me very much. So I remember it very firmly. It can't be wrong."
Jia Xu spent several years in the Xiliang Army. After defecting to Liu Xin, he came into contact with the regular army of the big man. He also knows a lot about the equipment of the Han army. As well equipped as in front of me. Even compared to the most elite flying tiger guards, it is not worse. therefore. For Tubro's words. Jia Xu still doesn't quite believe it. He folded his hands and said, "Lord. The so-called Daqin businessman may exaggerate. Where can a country find so many tall and powerful people."
Liu Xin knows that Europeans are generally stronger than Asians. Could not help shook his head. Asked: "Wenhe. Have you ever heard of Daqin in this country."
Jia Xu thought for a while. He said: "Go back to the lord. My subordinates have also heard about it. Twenty years ago. A team of envoys came to Luoyang not far away. Claiming to be on behalf of Emperor An Dun, the Emperor of Qin, came to meet my Majesty the Great Han. He also made a contribution to the court. Treasures such as ivory and rhino horns. At that time, the subordinates were just in their weak crowns. They had not yet been in official positions. They were just hearsay. But they did not have the chance to see this grand occasion."
Because of the difference in cognition of the place where you are. The Han people have always believed that the place where they live is the center of the world. Other countries, big or small, are barbarians. If the emperor can get all nations to come to Korea. That is a great event. Naturally, it must be promoted. Although Jia Xu was young at the time. But vaguely remember some of the circumstances at that time. So I am somewhat impressed with Daqin.
Liu Xin heard that Daqin once sent an envoy to Dahan. Even more surprised. Can't help asking: "Then you know where the capital of Daqin is."
Jia Xu shook his head. Said: "This subordinate does not know."
Tuburo quickly said: "I've heard people say it. The capital of Daqin is in a place called Rome. It's really a thousand miles away from these places."
It really was Rome. Liu Xin confirmed her guess. Can't help but nodded vigorously. For this period of world history. It can be said that there is a blank in Liu Xin's memory. But the ancient Roman empire, as a powerful country, used to run wild in the West. He still knew this. and. If a country is not strong enough. It is impossible to send a mission to the big man all the way.
Liu Xin went out for a while. Turning to Tubro again and asked: "You can know the way to Rome."
Tubro shook his head. He smiled and said: "Don't hide it from you. I usually just buy goods from the caravan and sell them to people in need. It's hard to even get to the city of mud. How can I know the way to Rome."
Liu Xin understood. This Tuburo actually does the Erdao dealer's business. It's just that his capital is relatively large. You don't usually need to travel around. You can still make a lot of money. And the severance of trade routes over the years definitely had a lot of influence on him.
Since Tubro is a "second dealer". Then he must have contact with many caravans. Liu Xin couldn't help asking again: "Then you have a familiar Daqin merchant."
"Yes, yes." Tuburo frowned. Said. "It's just that they haven't been here for more than a year. They can't buy the goods they want when they come here. What else are they here for."
Jia Xu was surprised: "Why does the lord care about Daqin who is thousands of miles away?"
Liu Xin raised his head and said: "Daqin can send a mission to Dahan. And I am a great country in China. Can't we send a mission to Daqin for a return visit. Wenhe. After you go back, you will repair the book and go to Xiangyang. Let the father choose them The right people form the Dahan delegation. Bring tea, white porcelain and silk. Pay a return visit to Daqin."
suddenly. Liu Xin remembered a joke he had heard a long time ago. An Englishman came back from a trip in China. Brought a big bag of tea. His wife invited many friends to taste tea at home. As a result, the wife put all the big bag of tea leaves in the pot and boiled together. Then pour out the water for boiling the tea leaves. Scoop out the tea leaves and share with friends. then. Liu Xin added: "Remember to bring two people who are proficient in tea ceremony. Teach Daqin people how to make tea and drink."
in fact. At this time, the output of tea was not high. Even in Dahan, only people with a certain status can drink good green tea. The so-called tea ceremony cannot be compared with later generations. Basically what Liu Xin said. How do others soak. but. Even this superficial way of making tea. It is enough for Daqin people. But what Liu Xin didn't expect was. Because of his inadvertent word. Later, it changed the history of the Roman Empire. This led to two wars.
Tubro, who had been standing aside respectfully, heard their conversation. Can't help being taken aback. Said: "You. Could it be that you are a big man..."
What kind of talent has the right to send missions on behalf of the country. What kind of person can bring high-end items like silk or even white porcelain casually? Tubro's heart had already faintly guessed that the status of this young big businessman must be unattainable. But he murmured for a while. After all, I still didn't dare to speak out.
Liu Xin laughed. Said: "Just do your business well. Don't worry about that much."
Tubur took a deep breath. Said: "I don't know what the tea you just mentioned is. Is it more precious than white porcelain and silk."
Liu Xin said lightly: "Tea is indeed very precious. It cannot be sold in the Western Regions for the time being. However, I can sell you some silk and white porcelain."
It is precisely because the output of tea is currently not high. The batch of tea Liu Xin carried with him was mainly used as gifts for some key people. Even Shanshan King Hani couldn't get one or two. It is naturally impossible for him to sell to an ordinary businessman.
For tea. Tubro is the first time I have heard of it. Of course, the potential value of this thing is not clear. But for a long time. Silk has brought him large profits. As for white porcelain. Because the supply is too small. But compared to silk. Affirmation is only high and not low. I heard that Liu Xin is willing to sell him some silk and white porcelain. Tubro couldn't help being overjoyed. Repeatedly said: "I would like to invite a few of you to go over there to discuss."
Liu Xin glanced in the direction of Tuburo's finger. That is a small room. It must be the place where Tubro negotiates important business. Could not help shook his head. Said: "No need. Liu has a lot to do. Let's talk about it here. I want all the weapons and armors in the warehouse. You can calculate the price carefully. I will trade silk and white porcelain at a discount. Silk and white porcelain. You just pay me gold and silver."
These products, which have been backlogged for many years, can be sold cleanly all at once. Tubro was in a better mood. Thanks again and again. Tuburo didn't think about emptying these weapons and armor for a day. The price was quickly figured out. It's almost like selling scrap iron. And it is more troublesome for him to refurbish these weapons and armors. Usually, even if they sell scrap iron, not many people are willing to ask for it.
The silk and white porcelain Liu Xin sold to him were also quite cheap. He only received seventy-five taels of silver for each set of exquisite white porcelain. He also sold him a pair of beautiful plum bottles. He only received five hundred taels of silver. It's definitely a super low price. Never mind that Liu Xin's pair of plum bottles sells cheaply. But the location of this shop in Tuburo is very good. He will definitely put the pair of plum bottles in the shop as the treasure of the town shop. That is tantamount to an advertisement for Liu Xin for free. and so. The price is lower. It's not too bad.
but. Tuburo said bitterly: "But. I can't spend so much money now."
Liu Xin said very generously: "It doesn't matter. You can owe it first. Just pay me the interest."
The entire Minni City was actually under the control of the Han army. Of course Liu Xin doesn't have to worry that Tuburo will run away or fall behind. but. He also knows the past few years. Most of the merchants in Minni City are in short supply. It can be seen from Tubro subletting his shop to others. Liu Xin gave Tuburo on credit. It is to allow the commerce of Muni City to recover as soon as possible. Let this be his bridgehead to revive the Silk Road.
Leaving Tubro's shop. Liu Xin strolled around again. No longer found anything valuable to him. Back to the barracks in the east of the city. Liu Xin raised his hand. Said: "Wenhe. Prepare paper and pen. Fix a letter for me."