The venue was getting noisier.
Although Tesosomoc didn't take these vassals seriously, Nezahualcyotel was something he couldn't ignore. Sensing that the sarcasm on the prince-poet's face was getting stronger and stronger, Tesosomok knew that he could no longer let this group of Tratoani wait for Ella at the venue.
He stood up with the help of his entourage and coughed lightly on the pyramid. After this stop and a cough, the venue suddenly became quiet again.
"Everyone, welcome to come at my invitation."
Tesosomok's sonorous voice echoed throughout the venue.
"Although Aztlan and all your city-states have been at war with each other, under the protection of the empire, your city-states have ushered in several years, decades, or even hundreds of years of peace. To this day, you must have Understand that only the Aztlan Empire can save you from the pain of war. Being attached to the Aztlan Empire is far better than freedom and autonomy!"
There was some commotion down below. Masitra whispered: "Why don't you mention the regular payment of taxes and sacrifices."
Tesosomok suddenly fell silent, only looking at the people below with his eyes. As the silence continued, more and more pressure enveloped the venue, forcing everyone in the meeting to stop talking. .
"The Aztlan Empire has never been afraid of challenges, and has never lacked challenges." Tzozomoc looked at the group of dissatisfied Tratoani and said, "But so far, everyone who dares to challenge Aztlan They all died tragically under Aztlan's spears. I admire those challengers - it was their brave and stupid dedication that made the Aztlan Empire stronger and stronger! We won all the wars in the past, And in the future, the rich and powerful Aztlan Empire will continue to defeat all enemies standing in its way!"
The venue was completely silent except for Nesa Hualcoyotl who applauded below, seemingly in approval.
Although Tesosomoc did not say it explicitly, the fate of the rebels was clearly stated between the lines. Masitra wiped the sweat from her face with her clothes. He knew that Tesosomok was threatening, but what was even more frightening was that Tesosomok could really fulfill the content of the threat. The military strength of the Aztlan Empire's Three Kingdoms Alliance is far superior to that of the other states. Even if all the other city-states are gathered together, they may not be able to compete with the Three Kingdoms Alliance.
If it weren't for the terrible human sacrifice system of the Aztlan Empire, with such a huge disparity in strength, the various countries would not even dare to think of rebellion.
Tesosomoc summoned these Tratoani today, firstly, to cut off their thoughts of rebellion, and secondly, to announce to them that he would abolish human sacrifice.
"I know that many people feel that the Aztlan Empire is in bad luck now. They feel that the Aztlan Empire has become increasingly fragile and is on the verge of collapse. Is that so? Yes, the New Fire Ceremony is approaching, and the power of the Sun God of War is upon us. Reduction, our magic is not as good as before. Earthquakes, hail, hurricanes... the signs of doomsday appear one after another - but, let me tell you, the Aztlan Empire will never decline! This is not blind confidence. , because you are about to understand that Quetzalcoatl has returned from the east! Aztlan, your life should not be cut off!"
The venue was in an uproar. Quetzalcoatl is different from the Sun War God. The latter is only worshiped by the Aztlan people and is the exclusive patron saint of the Aztlan Empire. The belief in the former spreads all over the world. Every city-state present had the tradition of worshiping Quetzalcoatl before being conquered by the Aztlan Empire. Although the Tratoani participating in the meeting had already inquired about Quetzalcoatl's news from various channels in advance, they would still be shocked when Tesosomoc made such an announcement in public.
"I think you all know that Quetzalcoatl and the Sun War God have different preferences, so the worship rituals will also change. I invite you here today just to let you witness the new ritual. Right now, the Sun The power of the God of War has not yet died, so today we retain some of the customs of the past, but in the near future, after the New Fire Ceremony, the sacrificial activities will be entirely dedicated to Quetzalcoatl. This is the trend of the world like the cycle of the ages. , If you follow it, you will prosper, if you go against it, you will perish, and even the gods cannot escape from it!"
This was said to Nesa Hualcoyotl, and also to all the Tratoani present. Some astute people have vaguely realized that Quetzalcoatl replaced the Sun God of War. This statement seems to be Tesosomoc's hint that he wants to replace the Sun King.
After finishing a sentence, Tsosomok glanced at Nezahual Coyotl in the audience to observe his reaction. Nezabarcoyotl is a very smart man and should be able to read between the lines.
But I saw that Nezabarcoyotel was not surprised or surprised, but still had that slight smile on his face and applauded in the stands.
"Well said, Third Brother. If you can bring Quetzalcoatl back this time, you will definitely leave your mark on future generations. Then - it's time for us to meet the legendary envoy, right?"
This was Tesosomok's expected reaction. And he had already thought of a way to respond.
"The envoy of God has arrived, and everything we do is under watch. But she is not someone who can be seen casually. In order to welcome her to the field to meet us, a grand ceremony must be performed!"
"Didn't we have a martial arts contest just now?" said Nezavar Coyotel. "A solemn and serious formal martial arts contest is enough to even welcome the Sun War God. Is Quetzalcoatl's messenger card bigger than the Sun War God?" ?"
"That is dedicated to the sun war god who once protected us. Unfortunately, Quetzalcoatl does not like martial arts. She prefers other competitions to fighting with swords."
As he spoke, Tesosomok glanced at everyone.
"We will work together to hold a wonderful football match to welcome the messenger of Quetzalcoatl! All city-states present must contribute and participate!"
"Send someone to help? Does Aztlan want to..."
Masitra cast a look at Teaneck beside her for confirmation. Tinak nodded and whispered:
"They want us to send people to perform human sacrifices."
Sure enough, Tessosomok said: "I happen to have a local team in hand. Each of your other states will send out people to make up another team. Let's have a fair and just showdown in front of Quetzalcoatl!"
Like jousting, ball games were also a common ritual in Aztlán's sacrifices. It is common knowledge that the losing team will be sacrificed. Compared with the competition, the football game can at least be regarded as a fair competition, but the members of both teams are usually slaves. Therefore, when Tesosomok said "the local team," people knew that he was referring to the prisoners of war who had been captured for launching a rebellion not long ago.
"By the way, second brother, I have a merciless request." Tsosomok stared at Nesa Hualcoyotel, "My team injured two main players yesterday, and its combat strength has been reduced sharply. Since other Each country forms a team, so can you separate two or three people to form a team with my team members?”
