Rome, palace hall.

Jia Xu, Ma Chao and others all came to Rome to meet Liu Xian.

Liu Xian stood up, walked to everyone, patted their shoulders, and smiled: "Thanks to everyone's concerted efforts, this Western Expedition Battle has finally ended successfully!"

Everyone also started to laugh, which was a kind of gratifying and relaxed smile after successfully completing a major event.

Liu Xian said in an inquiring tone: "I plan to move the Roman Protectorate to the city of Rome. What do you think?"

Everyone looked at each other and bowed together, "Your Majesty is wise!"

Liu Xian smiled and said, "Since everyone has no objection, then this matter is decided."

He looked at Nisya and smiled and said, "Persia has made great contributions this time. I plan to give you the area west of Thrace and the land on both sides of Sophia as a reward."

Nisya immediately bowed, "Thank you for your grace."

Liu Xian looked at several Hun leaders and said, "The Huns have made great contributions this time and must be rewarded, so I will reward you all the rich land between Venice and Milan."

Several Hun leaders were overjoyed and thanked them together.

Liu Xian walked to the Wusun general Mangke and smiled and said, "The Wusun people have also made a lot of efforts this time, so all the land south of Naples except the city of Catanzaro is given to you."

Mangke hurriedly said, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Liu Xian smiled and said, "A new era has arrived. In the future, the Mediterranean is full of opportunities, but you have to seize it."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

A Xiongnu leader couldn't help asking: "Your Majesty allowed the Roman princes to expand their land. I wonder if we can join in?"

Others also showed concern.

Liu Xian smiled and said, "Since you also have territory in the Mediterranean region, this policy will naturally apply to you, as long as you are willing..."

Everyone was overjoyed and bowed together, "Thank you for your kindness!"

Liu Xian smiled and said, "But you all have to remember it for me. You can only attack those barbarians and princes who have not surrendered. You are not allowed to use troops against your own people. Unless you have a legitimate excuse, I will not spare you."

Everyone laughed and said that they would never dare to disobey His Majesty's will.

Liu Xian said: "The war has just ended, and it is a waste of time. The empire must concentrate on internal construction, and it is impossible to use troops in a short period of time. Therefore, if you want to attack, it is best to form an alliance with the local princes."

Everyone looked thoughtful and nodded.

Later that day, Liu Xian, Jia Xu and Ma Chao came to walk on the city wall. At this time, waves of noise were coming from the city. During this period, the city of Rome had recovered a bit of prosperity.

Liu Xian stopped and looked at the cityscape, and couldn't help but say, "I will not give up this time when I conquered Rome. However, the subsequent governance and construction are still a long way to go."

Jia Xu nodded in agreement and clasped his fists at Liu Xian, "Your Majesty, to manage the place well, there must be a large number of talents."

I beg your Majesty to send all the students of the National Academy this year to the Western Regions Protectorate to better control and manage the entire Roman region."

Liu Xian nodded and smiled and said, "I think so too. In addition, I also plan to allow major merchants to set up their own private armies, but such force can only exist in the Western region."

When Jia Xu heard this, he immediately understood Liu Xian's intention and thought: "Your Majesty's policy will surely make the private armed forces of all major merchants grow wildly in a short period of time.

This will not only reduce the burden on the army to maintain the Silk Road, but also enhance our military strength in the West in disguise! It can be said that it can kill multiple goals in one fell swoop!"

Then he bowed to Liu Xian with admiration: "Your Majesty is wise!"

Liu Xian smiled and said, "Since Wenhe also thinks it's good, then this matter is settled."

He turned his head and looked at Ma Chao, and smiled and said, "Meng Qi, the situation in Rome has stabilized, so I want to ask Meng Qi to return to the Central Plains with me. Leave the defense of Byzantine to Ma Xiu. He can also take on the great responsibility."

Ma Chao clasped his fists and said, "It depends on your Majesty's orders."

Liu Xian stopped and turned around. The others stopped and stood in front of Liu Xian.

Liu Xian hesitated for a moment and said to Ma Chao: "Meng Qi, that Monica, I think you should meet her."

Ma Chao frowned and clasped his fists and said, "Since Your Majesty issued an order, the last general will take the order!"

Seeing Ma Chao like this, Liu Xian was a little amused and said, "I said to Meng Qi, don't be so tense! We are just gossiping now. What I said is not an order, it's just a little suggestion."

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Liu Xian glanced at Ma Chao with a serious expression, feeling that he didn't know what to say. His eyes turned to Ma Yunlu next to him, and his heart moved, so he smiled and said, "It's better to talk about this matter with Meng Qi."

Then he greeted Jia Xu and said, "Wenhe, let's go ahead and have a walk."

Jia Xu smiled and clasped his fists to agree, following Liu Xian to walk forward.

Seeing that Liu Xian had gone far away, Ma Chao turned his head and looked at his sister Ma Yunlu, and asked a little strangely: "Little sister, why do I feel that Your Majesty has a little different attitude towards you?..."

Ma Yunlu had a sweet look and said, "Brother, what do you think about Monica?"

Ma Chao frowned and was silent for a moment, then said, "How can you turn back when you open the bow? I don't want to see her..."

Ma Yunlu said: "Actually, this matter cannot be completely blamed. My brother is a hero of a generation, so why not meet her? This is her wish, so my brother will fulfill her, right?"

Ma Chao looked at Ma Yunlu and asked in confusion: "Why are you talking for her? I clearly remember that you seem to be more angry about this matter than me!"

Ma Yunlu sighed and said leisurely: "I hate her very much! But after seeing her sad and regretful appearance, she didn't get much hatred!..."

Ma Chao frowned and said nothing.

On the other hand, Jia Xu said to Liu Xian: "After Your Majesty's order was issued, almost all the local princes were ready to attack those forces that refused to surrender.

It can be imagined that in the near future, the Mediterranean will surely be overturned. However, this is beneficial to the empire."

He then clasped his fists at Liu Xian and said, "Your Majesty, the most fragile thing in the war is food and weapons. Can the subordinates sell these materials to our princes?"

Liu Xian thought of this, his eyes lit up, and he touched his chin with interest, "This is a good deal!"
Chapter completed!