"Blood Harbor."
The brief words shocked Han Dongwen's eardrums. He subconsciously grasped the sleeves and robes tightly, and then slowly loosened them.
If the domestic situation and power structure in Simeng were not familiar to him at first and he needed to explore it step by step, there were always other contents that Han Dongwen was familiar with and did not require supplementary lessons.
From the perspective of a West Asian player, the original history of the country of Simeng was not complicated.
During the reign of King Plague, power fell apart. Simeng, which was almost one of Taka's self-explanatory vassal states, fell into chaos along with other countries in the world after Taka split.
Compared to West Asia, Simeng was closer to the south at that time. Especially Haizhou, as the main port, was originally "assisted in defense" by Taka garrison and maintained trade routes with other countries.
The main target of Taka's "assisted defense" is a country that can't be called a country, a land of no one occupied by rampant pirates, Blood Harbor.
The Blood Harbor pirates who were originally afraid of Taka were powerful. Although they could not compare with Taka, they still posed a considerable threat to Simeng during the period when Taka assisted in defense.
Since Taka was officially split and troops were withdrawn from various countries, Blood Harbor has borne the brunt and become the first knife inserted into Simeng's side.
Then, the divine light descended, the Church of West Asia took power, the Knights of the State Church invaded, and Simeng was attacked from both sides.
The power was in chaos, and they were retreating steadily. The West Asian players entered Simeng as part of the army.
Then, the country was no longer a state, and the three divisions each occupied their own territory and became feudal lords. The Military Division led the troops to retreat to Youzhou and abandoned Siyang. The Finance Division absconded with the money and fled, and the National Law Division was supported by the people and gave the green light to crusade against the foolish emperor. , as if preparing to create a new Simeng.
All that was left was Chi Hanqing, who was abandoned by the military commander, an empty palace, a lieutenant who stayed in the palace for unknown reasons, and a hurried and embarrassed king.
To put it simply, none of them are good birds.
"That's right. West Asia has sped up because of me. What about Blood Harbor?"
Han Dongwen thought for a moment and felt that he had touched the original pages of history for the first time in a long time. He tapped the table and said:
"Old Wen Yongxing of Xuantai Shuge Pavilion will return to the palace immediately."
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Wen Yongxing came quickly.
When he rushed back to Taishu Pavilion, Han Dongwen was already sitting in front of the desk, reading briefly about the relevant information about the business group with the Blood Harbor background in recent years.
Bloodport is not a country, but it naturally has a ruler. If it were just a swarm of rats, it would have been wiped out by all the countries on the route.
If a small country cannot touch it, and Taka does not ask for it, then Bloodport is no different from a real country. Its upper level uses business groups to conduct trade, and is basically equivalent to envoys.
"I see you, Your Highness."
Wen Yongxing stepped into the pavilion and bowed in salute. Han Dongwen raised his finger and pointed to the chair in front of him to sit down.
"Thank you, Your Highness."
Zhong Lilin on the side helped Wen Yongxing sit down. The elder looked down at the folded paper on the desk and immediately understood Han Dongwen's purpose of announcing his return to the palace.
"Your Highness, the Mianjiang Merchant Group took the lead in sending the letter and I am currently discussing with the National Finance Department. Only after Your Highness gives your approval can ships from various countries enter Haizhou Port to pick up the overseas Chinese."
Wen Yongxing was worried that Han Dongwen would blame him for not reporting it immediately, so he quickly gave an overview of the current arrangements:
"Except West Asia, fourteen business groups from the three countries have asked Simeng to open Haizhou Port. I am afraid that the official letter will be delivered to the palace in the near future. If His Highness agrees and provides help, a decision will be made in the next two days."
Han Dongwen was silent for a moment and said, "What do you think, teacher?"
"Your Highness, since the war between Simeng and West Asia has begun, it is reasonable for the merchants and foreign envoys of other countries to be uneasy. Such a request is not unreasonable. According to common sense, they should agree to cooperate."
"Yeah……"
Han Dongwen held his chin with his right hand and asked again: "Withdraw now and come back after a break in the fighting?"
"It must be so. After all, he is a businessman and he is hiding from the war. There is nothing wrong with that."
Han Dongwen nodded, closing his eyes slightly and thinking.
Zhong Lilin and Wen Yongxing, who were sitting in front of him, looked at each other and even their breathing became much quieter unconsciously.
What is your highness thinking?
From the first time they were surprised that His Highness was actually thinking, until now, they themselves did not realize that they were guessing His Highness's thoughts, and gradually began to regard His Highness's thoughts as potentially valuable insights.
Although the matter about strangers was instructed by Prince Gao, after all, it was also revealed by His Highness, which is enough to serve as excellent proof.
"What you are hiding from is the chaos of war... This doesn't make sense."
Han Dongwen opened his eyes: "This is not an evacuation. If I am right, someone is taking the lead and has other plans behind it."
After hearing this, Wen Yongxing's expression didn't seem surprised. A trace of relief flashed in his eyes, and he took a deep breath: "What His Highness said is not unreasonable... In my opinion, this time——"
"Please allow the teacher to finish speaking."
Han Dongwen rarely interrupted Wen Yongxing's words, and then said: "Foreign envoys are hiding from the war, but why is there such chaos in Simeng right now?"
He raised his hand and pointed to the north: "Simeng acted with great righteousness to suppress the rebellion of the friendly countries. This is a great act. There is no reason for West Asia to invade our Simeng. Let alone a foreign envoy, even the people of Simeng did not follow the war schedule. When officials impose taxes, where does the chaos come from?”
"And their behavior is as if West Asia has invaded Simeng. Of course it makes no sense!"
Han Dongwen stood up while holding on to the table: "Has Simeng sent troops to form a formation at the foot of Bailan Mountain, has it been announced to all countries to help the Grand Duke in his crusade against the rebels in West Asia?"
Zhong Lilin nodded and replied: "His Royal Highness's holy decree has naturally been followed correctly."
"Then they know that Tilda is not in West Asia."
Han Dongwen's expression became a little solemn: "More than half of the combat power of West Asia is the Grand Duke alone. Without the Grand Duke, ordinary people would definitely think that the West Asian rebels are no match for the Simeng Rebel Army. Isn't that true?"
He picked up the folded book and slapped it with the back of his hand, making the folded paper clatter: "They were supposed to come to congratulate me at this time, but now they say that Zhan Luan wants to evacuate. It can only be someone fishing in troubled waters and taking advantage of the opportunity to cause chaos." !”
Wen Yongxing took a deep breath, stood up and held his hands in his hands: "Your Highness, the Holy Ming!"
He went to the National Finance Department to talk. What could they talk about?
If it were really such a simple matter as opening up Hong Kong and releasing people, there would be no need to talk so much. Naturally, there is something fishy behind the matter, which requires careful consideration.
Now, there is no need to say anything, His Highness has already seen through this layer by himself.
This student's rapid progress really makes the teacher very happy.
"People cannot be released. At the time of war, withdrawing people is a sign of severing relations and severing ties."
Han Dongwen sat down again and his tone was decisive:
"It's not like everyone suddenly wants to leave. Whoever takes the lead has a plan. The plan starts from withdrawing the envoy at this time, trying to isolate and divide me, and harm me, Simeng!"
"Your Highness, do you mean that the Mianjiang Merchant Group or Blood Harbor has some connection with West Asia?"
Zhong Lilin also understood and asked hurriedly.
Han Dongwen nodded, paused for a while, and then shook his head slightly: "There may be some connection, maybe you want to fish in troubled waters, this needs to be investigated again, but if West Asia dares to take the initiative to attack the Bailan border to cause chaos at this time, then It is enough to show that there is already an alliance in West Asia. When the time comes, we will be kicked into the home, and we will naturally be passive in terms of opening the port and releasing people. Then..."
"Your Highness, there is someone!"
Halfway through Han Dongwen's words, Zhong Lilin, who had been listening intently, suddenly raised his hand and protected Han Dongwen behind him, making a silencing gesture.
After a moment, he recognized the person outside the door, and his right hand protecting Han Dongwen relaxed and dropped, taking off his guard.
Almost at the same time, a familiar voice came from outside the door:
"Your Highness, Chief Tantai is here to send you an urgent message. Please review this document."
Before he finished speaking, Li Zai's figure had already walked in from outside Taishu Pavilion, holding a black silk-edged envelope in his hand, with an unusually serious face:
"The Knights of the West Asian State Religion raised troops to cross the border. Wu Yue, the commander of the National Law Department, died in the battle. Please approve the reinforcement of troops in Tianying City!"
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