The army quietly left Hanwang City without a swearing-in ceremony or flag sacrifice. They even chose to set off overnight without disturbing anyone.
The long team marched slowly along the official road, with the cavalry in front and the baggage behind. Qin Huaidao led the imperial guards in the middle. Yu Zhang was sitting on a four-wheeled carriage made of steel, holding a sleeping child in his arms.
There are no shock-absorbing bars, and the two sections of the drive shaft use bearings, so bumps have little impact and the ride is very stable.
Qin Huaidao was worried about Yu Zhang's fear, so he rode a white-tied black horse with the carriage, chatting with him from time to time.
Three days later, the army arrived at Dunhuang.
Fang Yiai took his people out of the city to greet him. After meeting him, he directly asked for a fight: "King Han, let your subordinates follow you. The army will stay. I will go alone without any influence."
"Wouldn't it be chaotic if the army left you? There is no need to say more about this matter. Defending the three prefectures of Hanzhou is the greatest contribution." Qin Huaidao refused directly.
Fang Yiai knew Qin Huaidao's temper, so she didn't argue anymore. She looked at Xue Rengui and Luo Ying who were accompanying them with envy, led them into the city, and treated them well.
After the meal, Qin Huaidao met with Fang Yiai alone and stayed undercover for about an hour. No one knew what they were talking about.
The next day, the army continued to set off, heading east along Longyou.
When the army arrived in Zhangye, looking at the dilapidated city, they couldn't help but think of the battle with Tubo. The entire city was reduced to ruins and no one was repairing it. However, after the world was unified, there was no need for passes here, and a post station could be built.
"Report!"
A guard in gilded clothes flew up on horseback, clasped his fists and said, "Notice to the King of Han that a large number of caravans have been spotted ahead. It is said that they have been invited to trade in the Han King's City. Please give instructions."
"Send the order, the army stops advancing, and the official road is opened to allow the caravan to travel together." Qin Huaidao ordered that the caravan was crucial to the development of Hanzhou, and appropriate courtesy could also reassure the merchants.
Mountains and rivers are far away, who is not afraid of being cheated and losing his life?
Jin Yiwei agreed and left in a hurry, shouting orders.
The army quickly retreated to both sides to make way for the official road in the middle. Qin Huaidao signaled the carriage to get out of the way. After waiting for a while, he saw a huge caravan slowly approaching. There were various flags on the carriage. It was obviously not a family.
When he got closer, Qin Huaidao saw businessmen approaching with nervous faces. They were surrounded by well-equipped soldiers, all of whom were ruthless men who had seen blood. The evil aura was still on their bodies. Who could not be afraid?
Soon, Qin Huaidao saw an acquaintance. He looked at it with some surprise. After confirming it, he went up to meet him and said with a smile: "Hahaha, it turns out to be Mr. Song. On behalf of Hanzhou, I welcome you all."
"King of Han?"
The old man who came was shocked. After confirming the situation, he walked forward excitedly and bowed solemnly: "Song Deyi, a common man, came to see the King of Han. He didn't expect to meet the King of Han here. He is truly lucky!"
"How is Mr. Song doing?"
"After receiving the invitation from the King of Han's messenger, the old man's waist and legs no longer hurt. He ate a pound of meat that day and all his old problems were cured. When the King of Han summoned him, how could he not come? Even if it's this old bone.
It's worth leaving it here in the Qilian Mountains." Mr. Song said with gratitude.
"See the King of Han!"
Representatives of more than a dozen business companies came forward to pay tribute.
After some pleasantries, Qin Huaidao smiled and said: "Everyone, the court is unjust. I have no choice but to send troops. But I promise that it will not affect your business. No one will stop you along the way, right?"
Mr. Song smiled and said: "Under the rule of King Han, everything was clean and honest. As usual, I gave some money for tea and water, but no one took it. Now this Longyou Road can be called a holy land. It is not like other state capitals of the imperial court. Everywhere you go."
Not only do you have to pay customs duties, but you also have to pay homage to tea and money."
"That is, there are obstacles everywhere, and business is becoming more and more difficult. It is better to be under the rule of the King of Han. The road will be smooth, and there will be no gangsters in the past. A bad land will become a holy land. The King of Han is benevolent and righteous!"
"The King of Han is benevolent and righteous!"
Everyone said sincerely.
"Everyone, go with peace of mind. As long as you abide by the rules and laws, anyone who dares to bully you can come to me at any time. I will stand up for you. I will repay any losses tenfold and I will never break my promise!" Qin Huaidao said with a smile.
When everyone heard this promise, they were immediately overjoyed, and the last trace of worry in their hearts disappeared.
Mr. Song sincerely praised: "Everyone, the King of Han is extremely kind and righteous to us merchants. He thinks highly of us. Now he even allows the army to make way for me to wait for the carriage. From ancient times to the present, there has never been such a King of Han."
It is said that businessmen pursue profit and neglect their righteousness, but other people say that I only make a profit on this business."
"As an old man, only 10% profit is enough."
"Same goes for me, too."
"Seconded!"
Everyone expressed their opinions one after another and were very emotional.
Since ancient times, business has been a despicable profession. Businessmen have a low status and are not respected. They are not even allowed to study and take scientific examinations. Qin Huaidao's respect makes everyone grateful.
Qin Huaidao knew that traveling to the Western Regions could bring multiple profits, but now he only made 10% of the profits, which was enough to save him face.
A courtesy concession, in exchange for endless profits, a huge profit.
Qin Huaidao said gratefully: "Hanzhou is in dire need of development. We really need your goods. Please give me face. I am grateful. I will keep it in my heart. All I can do is to wipe out the world as soon as possible and give everyone a good business environment."
, after the world is unified, I promise that everyone will be equal, and businessmen can also take the imperial examination and become officials."
"Is this true?"
Everyone was shocked and became restless.
It's good to make money by doing business, but without status and dignity, any petty official can reach out and take whatever he wants. Who wouldn't want to be able to study, become an official, and become a master?
As for Qin Huaidao's unnatural words about unifying the world, everyone didn't care at all. They all sent out troops. Naturally, they had to compete. Moreover, the government's tax collection was getting heavier and heavier. Naturally, they supported whoever was beneficial to the merchants.
Qin Huaidao understood everyone's mood and solemnly said: "I always keep my word!"
"Thank you, King Han!"
"The King of Han is benevolent and righteous!"
Everyone bowed and thanked him one after another, their eyes filled with enthusiasm.
After chatting for a few words, the caravan left and the army continued to march.
On the way, Yuzhang couldn't help but ask: "Lang Jun really wants to implement equality for everyone?"
Equality for everyone means breaking down classes, breaking down the gentry, peasants, industry and commerce. The biggest resistance is the gentry and the nobles. After all, who doesn't want to be superior to others?
Qin Huaidao looked at the endless mountains in front of him with deep eyes and said: "Only when everyone is equal can the world have long-term peace and stability. At present, everything is waiting for improvement. It is easy to implement it from scratch. It will be more difficult to implement it in the future."
After the new nobles and nobles rise up, they become a vested interest group. When the time comes to introduce equality for everyone, they will inevitably jump out to stop it. Will they be killed? Or not killed?
It's easier than launching it when nothing is built.
"Can everyone be equal in this world?"
Yuzhang understood, but was very worried. He had grown up in the palace and was influenced by his eldest grandson Wugou. He was no stranger to politics. At this moment, he was thinking of many things, very far away.
In particular, what will happen to the imperial power after everyone is equal?
This is a waste of martial arts!
But Yu Zhang didn't dare to say these words, and he didn't dare to ask any more questions. The carriage fell silent.
Qin Huaidao did not want to explain, nor could he explain the mutually reinforcing relationship between imperial power and human rights. Only when everyone has human rights can imperial power be more majestic and beneficial.
The people are the country, and the country is the people.
This statement is too profound and too far ahead of its time to be explained.
Great people are often lonely and carry their weight alone.