Chapter 1370
Although Cui Wenxiu was not the chief civil affairs officer, he knew how important this seashore was to the entire empire, especially the western part of the empire, to the Indian and German regions. From the Western Regions to Northern Luzon, and the entire Indian and German regions that are now integrating into the empire, all commodities have to go through a long land route. It is true that the road traffic conditions of the empire have been greatly improved and are still developing. However, the low freight costs of water (sea) transportation are undoubtedly incomparable by land. Being able to establish one or two ports on this seashore can undoubtedly shift the center of commercial transportation of the empire in the entire Central Continent here. Of course, this still requires overcoming the obstacles of the pirates at the sea, but this is not an unattainable thing after all.
The West Indian and German region is obviously much more barren than the East Indian and Germans and Germans. On the one hand, it is because of land reasons, and on the other hand, it is also because of frequent sectarian conflicts, which are caused by a large number of wars. Not only refers to the conflict between the Niyeism and the Holy Spirit. There are deep conflicts between the Niyeism and the Romanism, and between the various sects within the Niyeism. This may be suppressed under a strong rule, but once the authoritarian control is lost, these contradictions will inevitably erupt, and this is the case for the current Western Indian and Germans.
The Holy Spirit Church of Destan and Deshin have a certain foundation and are competing for the dominance of faith with the Mani sects of the Nietites. Especially the Destan province, the Holy Spirit Church has firmly dominated with the strong support of the Principality of Hannover. Mana has always been the two major sects within the Nietites-Mani and the Kaye sects for leadership, but the Holy Spirit Church has successfully penetrated and successfully seized the trust of the upper nobles.
This makes the situation in the Manna province more complicated; the two provinces of Fahan and Kerman are the dominant Chiaites of the Niyeism, but there are certain restrictions. The western coastal areas are dominated by nomadic tribes, and the Chiaites are more powerful. However, in the eastern agricultural areas, the Maniites still have a deep foundation and the two factions are evenly divided; as for the Khura province, it is the bridgehead of the Roman religion in the West Indian and German areas, where the Roman religion firmly guards its last position.
The nomadic tribes headed by the Zahudin family also felt tremendous pressure when facing the full invasion of the Holy Spirit Church. They also knew that they could not compete with the Holy Spirit Church, which had the entire Hansen Alliance. If they wanted to maintain the status of the Niye religion they believed in in this area, they would need a stronger supporter. The Tang people seemed to have become the only choice, especially the tolerance and freedom shown by the Tang people in religious belief made them excited. So when the Tang people threw the olive branch over, they did not hesitate and fell into the arms of the Tang people. If the Empire wants to gain a foothold in this land, it also needs to cooperate with these local forces, especially in the coastal area, one or two port cities that can become commodity export terminals in the western territories of the Empire, and the cooperation of these guys is even more needed in safety.
The patriarch of the Zahuding family looked at the man in front of him with awe in awe, wearing a gentlemanly aura in his blue shirt and a big belt, and seemed to be unable to see any of the solemn aura unique to the soldiers, but he knew that the person in front of him could be said to be the actual ruler of the current Indian Kingdom. Both the Hansen Alliance and the Luzonian people were much less than this person on the Indian land.
"Lord Saiti, it seems that we have a common view in many places. The previous management model is no longer suitable for the development of the times. We need reform and updates. What I want to know is how much connection is the horse thieves and bandits who are active in this land now and have a relationship with the Zahudin family? Or how much control does the Zahudin family have over these guys? I don't want the Kermann province to be under the control of the empire and still be the same as before."
Although the elegant man's Tianfang language had a Dongyin Dean accent and was not very standard, Saiti could hear the toughness behind the other party's words. The Tang army won the two provinces of Kerman and Khura, establishing the Tang people's status in the West Indian Dean. When Saiti first surrendered to the Tang people, he was a little nervous, but now he knew that his judgment was accurate, which was enough to win sufficient rewards for the Zahuding family.
"Mr. Cui, uh, the wise man doesn't say secret words. The horse thieves who are related to the Zhahuding family have now stopped all activities. They will fully abide by your requirements. But you also know that in Kerman, we are not the ones in our Zhahuding family. There are also many families who raise horse thieves. Our Zhahuding family can only affect a small number of families that are close to us. Others, well, I'm afraid Mr. Cui will need to hit them."
Saiti carefully considered his words. He first expressed his attitude, and then tactfully stated the complex situation in this area. With the help of the Tang people, he reduced some tribes that had conflicts of interest with the Zahudin family. Although it was not so bright, they were also responsible for their own fault. Those who could not see the situation clearly would have to pay a price to make them sober.
"Well, very good, Lord Saiti, what I need is your loyalty and cooperation. As for other things, you don't have to worry about it. If someone is still stuck in the original era and is not enterprising, then I think they should have been eliminated." The smile on the corner of Cui Wenxiu's mouth seemed to turn into a grim tail in Saiti's eyes.
"I don't know what aspects should Lord Cui need us to cooperate?" Saiti hid his fear and worries deep in his heart. For the people in the Central Continent, this person seems to be more of a demon incarnation. Cooperating with the demon is of course risky, but the reward is also extremely generous. Saiti does not want the Zahuding family to be a second-rate family in Kerman. He hopes to be able to go to the next level, and the intention to cater to the new master is necessary.
"Lord Saiti, there are many places where the Zahudin family can play a role. You must remember this. The more you pay for the empire, the more things you will get. Kerman is about to be included in the management of the empire, and the previous system cannot be continued, so I hope you understand this. The armed forces can only be controlled by the empire. Family force is not allowed to exist in the law of the empire. If the warriors in the Zahudin family are willing to find opportunities in the empire's great cause, I can give them opportunities. Kerman and Fahan belong to the border areas of the empire. They need to establish a cavalry unit familiar with the local situation. I wonder how many warriors the Zahudin family can provide?"
Cui Wenxiu glanced at the head of the Zhahuding family who was oozing sweat from her forehead. Although her words were light, they directly hit the most important point.
Saiti had long expected that this issue would be raised sooner or later. At that time, the Tang envoy clearly pointed out that the future Kerman would not be able to return to the original management system. The army must be controlled by the empire and no private armed forces are allowed. This is also the most difficult condition for all nomadic tribes, including the Zahudin family. However, at this point, the Empire has no room for maneuver. Saiti also knew that it was unlikely that the Tang people would make concessions on this issue. No ruler allowed an armed force outside their control. If it were his own, it would be the same. Instead of arguing on this issue, it would be more appropriate to use this concession to exchange for more practical benefits.
"Well, sir, the Zahuding family is not very large. You also know that it is already the limit to be able to provide 800 cavalry for the newly formed troops,..."
"Is that so? What about those horse thieves who have close ties with the Zhahudin family? And the tribes that the Zhahudin family can influence? Lord Saiti, I need to remind you not to be deceived by superficial phenomena. Maybe later on, you may not be able to get what you want even if you want the warriors of the Zhahudin family to be a member of this army. Let me tell you that as long as I reveal this news, some people are willing to join this army. I will only be limited to 8,000 people. I am reminding you in order to cooperate with us first. Don't blame me for not telling you first if you miss the opportunity." Cui Wenxiu interrupted the other party coldly.
"Uh, sir, let me think, please let me think." With a little embarrassed look down, Saiti cursed secretly while carefully pondering the true meaning of the other party's words. After a long time, he said: "Sir, 1,500 people are the limit that the Zahuding family can provide, including horses. In addition, I can use my personal influence to convince other small tribes with good relations with the Zahuding family to provide another five hundred riders, and two thousand people are the pinnacle of our ability."
"Very good, Lord Saiti, I appreciate your honesty and straightforwardness. I can tell you that before you, Ibrahim and Duzmi had met me at Kerrman City. They hope that their family warriors can join this imperial army and use this method to serve His Majesty the Emperor of the Empire and to serve His Majesty the Emperor of the Empire. At this point, you seem a little slow."
The smile on the other party's mouth always seemed conspiring in Saiti's eyes, but Saiti was still slapped by the other party's words, "Ibrahim Duzmi, Lord Fahan's Duzmi, do you mean Fahan will be under the control of the empire?"
Chapter completed!