Despite the unanimous opposition from the Dawan nobles. Maziti decided to take the risk personally. He is a military commander. This courage is still there. more importantly. He didn't believe that thousands of Han troops alone could defeat the 40,000 coalition troops. He wants to see it with his own eyes. The result came this way. Maziti was more and more frightened as he watched.
In the past few days, the narrow and rugged Uzbeli Pass. Has been widened twice. The road has also been leveled and compacted. Now it is not a problem even if four carriages pass side by side. Many temporary defenses have been built on both sides of the pass. A large number of Han troops are still busy. Obviously a major project is underway.
Going further is Wujicheng. now. Wujicheng has been renamed Seoul by Liu Xin. But this new name has not spread. However, the construction of the new city has been fully rolled out. And those builders are Dawan prisoners of war.
I saw my citizens doing hard work under the supervision of the Han army. As a king. Mo Zhiti can't help but stop to negotiate. Naturally there is no result. but. These Dawan prisoners of war had no freedom and wages. He has not suffered any abuse. Of course. Face the two thousand Han soldiers who are in charge of taking care of them. The prisoners of war also all behaved honestly. The battle in Pishancheng had scared them.
Maziti negotiated in Wuzhicheng to no avail. Had to continue on the road. When they came to the outside of Shule City. Just catching up with the Han military exercises stationed outside the city. Banners cover the sun, swords and spears are like forests. The shout was deafening. Not many people knew the news of Morzhdhi's arrival in Shule. So Maziti is also very clear. This exercise was not made specifically for him. This is probably just a daily training for the Han army.
This is indeed just a daily training for the Han army. Although there is no major combat mission now. But the training of the Han army never relaxes for a moment. Naturally, Maziti would not let go of such an opportunity to observe the Han army up close. The layman watched the excitement. The expert looks at the doorway. Mozhiti was originally a lieutenant general of the Dawan army. Naturally it can be counted as an expert. His face soon became serious. I also understood why 15,000 Dawan prisoners of war were under the supervision of 2,000 Han troops. He didn't dare to resist at all. After entering Shule City. Mozhiti was completely in awe. Can't afford to fight against the big man anymore.
Liu Xin didn't make it difficult to mention it. And he didn't leave Mozhiti behind as the Dawan nobles feared. of course. For Mozhiti. Liu Xin did not show too much enthusiasm. He is very clear now. The reason why Maziti behaves so courteously. It was entirely because of the defeat of the Three-Power Allied Forces outside Pishan City. If you show too much enthusiasm for him. On the contrary, it will cause Morzhiti's contempt.
Seeing that Liu Xin asked people to order all the horses. From the five hundred Dawan girls, fifty people were selected and sent to the harem. Maziti's heart relaxed slightly. He bowed and said, "Master Liu. This king has an unrelenting request. I also hope that the Lord can release those Dawan prisoners of war."
Liu Xin laughed loudly and said, "Mozhiti. Since you know that it is an unrelenting invitation. How dare you still propose it. Asking Liu to release the prisoners of war. It can't be done."
Mozhiti is the king of Dawan. Seeing the people of the country suffer but cannot help. If this kind of thing spreads back to the country. It will definitely affect him who has just taken the throne. Hearing Liu Xin refused her request in one fell swoop. Mozhiti did not flinch. Gritted his teeth. Continue to say: "As long as Master Liu agrees to let the people of the king go. Master Liu has any conditions to mention."
These prisoners of war are free labor for the construction of Seoul. Let them go. Liu Xin must transfer civilian husbands from other places. Or send your own soldiers to the construction site. It takes a lot of time to transfer civilians from other places. And Seoul is only built as a commercial city in the future. Different from the two fortresses on Congling. There is no need for soldiers to do this kind of work. and so. Liu Xin would not release these prisoners of war anyway.
but. Liu Xin did not intend to detain these prisoners for a long time. The Western Regions also produce grain. But the output is not high. In order to alleviate the burden on the countries of the Western Regions. Liu Xin transferred a hundred thousand troops stationed in the Western Regions. All the food is shipped from inside the customs. It's expensive. Liu Xin is already considering waiting for the situation in the Western Regions to stabilize. It is necessary to reduce the conventional garrison in the Western Regions. Or form another small-scale army stationed in the Western Regions. Naturally, such a large group of labor will not be kept forever. He waited for the completion of Seoul before releasing these Dawan prisoners of war.
but. Hearing what Morzhiti said. Liu Xin moved his mind. He smiled and asked: "Oh. Maziti. What can you promise Liu?"
Mozhiti wanted to wait for Liu Xin to make a price. Repay the money by yourself. But Liu Xin did not take the initiative to offer the conditions. It makes Mo Zhiti embarrassed. But now it is him who asks for help. There is no way for Maziti. I had to bite the bullet and said: "As long as the adults agree to let my subjects go. Dawan is willing to pay tribute to five hundred good horses every year on the basis of the original promise. Ten thousand taels of silver."
This condition is already quite high. Especially those five hundred good horses. It is even more rare. But Liu Xin pouted. Did not say a word.
Mo Zhiti was cruel. He leaned back and said, "From now on. As long as there are more sweaty BMWs in Dawan, they will be dedicated to the big man."
Liu Xin nodded in satisfaction. Said: "Liu has a condition that must be agreed. From now on. My big Han's army can be stationed and trained in Dawan at any time. In addition, it is necessary to allow Dahan Banks to be opened in Dawan."
What is Dahan Bank? Mozhiti is not clear. I want to come to a store that sells a certain kind of special merchandise. There was nothing to promise. But another condition makes Morzhiti a little bit embarrassed. If you agree. Then the big man could use this one to enter Dawan at any time. There is no independence for Dawan. but. Mozhiti, who had just sat on the throne of the King of Dawan, was eager to establish his own prestige in the country. If you can rescue those prisoners and return home. It is crucial for him to sit firmly in this position.
Seeing Mozhiti's face is uncertain. Liu Xin smiled. Said: "Mozhiti. As long as you agree to these two conditions. Others are easy to discuss. Five hundred good horses and ten thousand silver are not acceptable. In the future, you will donate your sweat and blood to the BMW. Liu can also make a price compensation. And. If you encounter any difficulties in the country in the future, just put it forward. Liu will try his best to support it."
Mozhiti hesitated for a while. Finally nodded vigorously. Said: "Okay. This king will agree to your terms. Dare to ask Master Liu. When can you release people."
Liu Xin waved her hand. Said: "It's not enough to let people go now. When Seoul is built. Liu will naturally let them go back. But. Don't worry. They are paid for their work. Liu will not be less than them."
Because of this sentence. Free labor becomes hired labor. This is already the biggest concession Liu Xin can make on the issue of prisoners of war.
Mozhiti asked in surprise, "What is Seoul?"
Liu Xin said without hesitation: "Seoul is also the city of Wuji in the past. Now it is out of the jurisdiction of Shule. It is directly under the control of the Western Regions Protectorate."
Reminiscent of seeing the construction of fortifications and the situation of the Han army at the Uzbeli mountain pass. Maziti's heart tightened. He gritted his teeth and asked, "Is the lord still preparing to do something against Dawan."
Liu Xin was taken aback. Soon I understood why Morzhiti was nervous. Could not help but waved his hand. Said: "Don't worry. Liu did not build Seoul as an outpost against your Dawan. Rather, he is going to build a huge market there. If your Dawan merchants are interested, you can also come here to do business. As for Wu The fortress at the Zibel Pass. It’s to prevent horse bandits from making trouble. You don’t have to worry about it."
How could Morzetti not be too mindful. He used to be a general. Seeing the project at the Uzbeli Pass, you will understand. In the future, only Dahan will attack Dawan through this mountain pass. Dawan's army wanted to enter the Shule area again, it was a daydream. But Liu Xin's words are here. He was also unable to refute. Had to force a smile. Said: "In that case. This king promised everything."
Liu Xin turned her head. Huang Zhong winked at the side. Huang Zhong knows. Stand up and bow his hands. Said: "Qi to the lord. The words of King Dawan just now are unfounded. Use the words as evidence."
After learning that Morzhiti had come personally. Liu Xin discussed with Huang Zhong and the others. If Maziti didn't care about those Dawan prisoners of war, it would be fine. If he cares about those prisoners of war. There are definitely a few conditions to mention. It would be more appropriate to leave these things to Jia Xu. But Jia Xu has already set off for Qiuci to form his protective mansion. Huang Zhongmian can only be embarrassed. Fortunately, Huang Zhong is not just a brave man. These remarks are also just and awe-inspiring. It's like that.
Mozhiti was stunned. He blurted out and asked: "What is the basis of standing characters?"
Liu Xin laughed. Said: "Look. This is the Shule Palace. In order to make the Dahan and Dawanyong form an alliance. Liu said. Let's sign a treaty in this Shule Palace. Write everything we just discussed. Come down. Two words and pictures. Two copies. If any party violates this agreement in the future, the other party has the right to ask for guilt. Since this treaty was signed in the Shule Palace. Then it's called the "Sule Treaty". I don't know you. how about."
Speaking of which. A guard has already brought two documents over. It was just after Liu Xin had discussed with Mozhiti. It was sorted out by the bookkeeper next to it. The document is written in Dahan and Dawan languages. The above line records clearly. Every year Dawan pays tribute to Dahan. And Dahan can garrison and train at will in Dawan. You can open Dahan Bank and so on. As for Dahan’s obligation, only release all Dawan prisoners of war after the completion of Seoul. This is clearly an unequal treaty.
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It's really tiring to use only one left hand code word, and the right hand is bandaged, and I can't even hold the mouse. This chapter is really tiring, I don’t know if this continues, will I become a left-handed