mesbooks Chapter 273 Loyalty is not important, as long as the goal is achieved
Chapter 273 Loyalty is not important, as long as the goal is achieved
But this situation is actually a good thing for Daqin.
Whether it is Rome or Carthage, they are all ambitious people, and they value sea power very much.
Let these two countries fight for a longer period of time and consume more of each other, and the situation in the Mediterranean Sea will be more balanced.
Daqin can be a fisherman at that time, and both sides will benefit.
In a few years at most, after the opening of the Suez Canal, the powerful Great Qin Fleet will let these two countries understand what truth and justice are.
"Your country's system is indeed quite special. The crown prince can give you a little more time to think about it. As for the apology you said, is it too little?"
"How about this, my prince is not a person who doesn't show affection, so let's take 20 catties of gold and [-] slaves first."
"By the way, there is one more condition. You Carthage must join the Daqin Business Alliance and ensure the free trade and absolute safety of Daqin merchants in your country!"
Ying Yu pretended to think for a long time before showing a reluctance.
"No problem, His Royal Highness can make the decision under the conditions below!"
Seeing that Ying Yu agreed, Sura breathed a sigh of relief.
He was really afraid that Da Qin would become angry and join forces with the Romans to attack Carthage.
Although one hundred thousand catties of gold and 20 slaves are not a small amount for Carthage.
But compared with offending such a powerful empire as Daqin, it seems a bit insignificant.
As for the business alliance, that is the result that the Carthage executives want to see.
Nowadays, Daqin's products are super hot in Carthage, whether it is silk or tea, the nobles are crazy about it.
Especially those exquisite glazed utensils have become a symbol of nobles showing off their family wealth.
Under such circumstances, how could Su La be so stupid as to refuse to do business with Daqin?
As far as safety is concerned, that's even less of an issue.
You must know that the Daqin merchant is the guest of the nobles of Carthage, and it is too late to please him. Who would go to the Daqin merchant's idea?
After everything was settled, Ying Yu exchanged polite greetings with several people. Perseus and Sulla resigned first, leaving only Ptolemy V behind.
Of course, before leaving, Perseus and Sulla did not forget to look at Ptolemy V angrily.
If it weren't for this spineless guy, they wouldn't be forced to this point today.
Especially Su La, with 20 catties of gold and [-] slaves, even if it was as wealthy as the Carthage Kingdom, it would be distressing to take it out.
"Well, how are you thinking?"
Ying Yu ignored Perseus and Sura who were leaving, but looked at Ptolemy V.
"Return to His Royal Highness, after the opening of this canal, can we give our country some navigation benefits, otherwise it will be difficult to explain when we go back next time."
Ptolemy V carefully tested Ying Yu's tone.
Although he has a cowardly personality, he is still a prince and heir to the next king, so he still has a little vision.
Once the Grand Canal is opened, the income will be absolutely against the sky.
As long as he can get a part of the income, he will have a way to suppress all dissatisfaction after returning to China.
If you can't get it, no one in the country will agree to this matter, and even the position of his princes will be lost.
"That's natural, but the Grand Canal was built by me, Daqin, after all, so it's reasonable for me, Daqin, to take the lead, right?"
Ying Yu looked at Ptolemy V with a smile.
What Daqin needs is absolute control over the canal, and it doesn't matter if the proceeds are distributed.
As long as the Suez Canal is built, Daqin will be able to control the Mediterranean, and Ptolemy Egypt will no longer have any room for bargaining.
"Thank you, Your Highness, for your understanding. I am Ptolemy, and I am willing to become the most loyal servant of Great Qin!"
Seeing that Ying Yu agreed so happily, Ptolemy V immediately showed joy on his face.
Ying Yu waved his hand, signaling that he doesn't need to be polite.
It doesn't matter to Ying Yu whether Ptolemy Egypt is loyal or not, and whether he is a subject or not.
Because his purpose has been achieved.
In Ying Yu's eyes, no matter how loyal a subject is, it's not as good as truly integrating into Daqin.
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"It seems that it is right to let the envoys of the Three Kingdoms hang out. You have done a good job in this matter, Prince."
Seeing the agreement between Daqin and Macedonia, Ptolemaic Egypt, and Carthage, and the detailed plan for the joint opening of the Suez Canal between Daqin and Ptolemaic Egypt sent by the Dianke Administration, the corners of Yingzheng's lips rose slightly.
Just two years ago, the Daqin government and the public were still worrying about the bottom of the treasury.
Who would have thought that in just two short years, Daqin would be able to build such a huge project in another country thousands of miles away.
Compared with the Grand Canal built in Daqin, although the total construction mileage of this Suez Canal is less than a thousand miles, its significance is not inferior at all.
One is to develop the local area, and the other is to open up foreign territories.
Once the Suez Canal is completed, it will be able to completely establish its position as the overlord in the Great Qin Sea.
Today's Mediterranean Sea is the most prosperous area besides Daqin.
As long as Daqin completely controls the area of the Mediterranean Sea, it is really only one step away from the land of Qin in the whole world.
The smile on Ying Yu's face became wider.
After working so hard for so long, the framework of the Great Qin Sun Never Sets Empire has finally been built.
Next, it only needs to be refined step by step, eating away at the surrounding areas, and that's it.
Today's Ying Yu is only in his early twenties.
Yingzheng's body is extremely tough, and the father and son have plenty of time to make Daqin step up to the top of the world step by step.
"Royal Father, there is no major war in Daqin in a short period of time, so I suggest holding a military parade in Xianyang.
In order to boost the morale of our Great Qin army and people, and let all countries in the world see the supreme military might of our Great Qin.
By the way, it can also promote a wave of economy and increase treasury revenue. "
When Ying Zheng heard this, a gleam of joy flashed across his face.
The military parade actually happened thousands of years ago.
According to the records of "Zhunnanzi·Yuan Daoxun", after Xia Yu became the leader, he held the first military parade ceremony at the meeting where he invited the princes to join Tushan.
The Tushan League and Dayu's display of force deterred the princes, so that the princes of the world did not dare to act rashly, thus laying the foundation for him to establish the Xia Dynasty.
At the end of the Shang Dynasty, King Wu of Zhou also held a grand military parade in Mengjin, which shocked the eight hundred princes.
After the military parade, King Wu personally led the Western Zhou army, crossed Mengjin to the east, and fought a decisive battle with the Shang army in Muye, severely defeating King Zhou, and established the foundation of the Zhou Dynasty.
During the Spring and Autumn Period, all countries wanted to dominate the Central Plains.
In addition to military achievements, military parades will be held, and other princes will be invited to watch the ceremony, so as to shock the countries and declare their majesty.