Seeing the curious look of everyone, Xue Yantuo Khan came to the center again. It was the same as when he first came to the Western Regions. At that time, everyone was surrounding him and did not understand the situation outside, so this guy
He spoke freely and regarded Datang as an aggressive tiger.
Only then did the Western Region Allied Forces come into being. I thought these people were already vigilant, but unexpectedly when they became more thirsty for knowledge, Xue Yantuo Khan became the center again.
"The so-called professing a vassal must be followed by two words, which is paying tribute. When these two words are combined, this is what the Tang Dynasty wants to do."
Xue Yantuo Khan was like their teacher at this time. After saying this, the words "subject and pay tribute" appeared in everyone's mind.
"This is understandable. We also congratulated the Tang Dynasty. Back then we called Li Shimin the Khan of Heaven, and we also sent a lot of gifts. But when our envoys came back, they also brought great gifts.
Tang's gift in return is much more expensive than the gift we sent."
A general from Wuci State said that his grandfather was in the team that went to the Tang Dynasty to congratulate him. Although the Tang Dynasty had just recovered at that time, it had already demonstrated the demeanor of a strong country. He still remembered his grandfather describing to him the conditions in Chang'an City.
After all, compared with Chang'an City, the major cities in the Western Regions are simply not worthy of carrying someone's shoes.
After hearing this, other people also told about the last congratulations. Half of their countries sent envoys, but they did not lose money. The Tang Dynasty court was very generous just for them.
The gold and silver rewards were enough for the gifts they brought, and there were also a lot of goods sold there, which really made a lot of money.
If the Tang court held similar events in the future, they would have been prepared to continue to participate. Unfortunately, Li Shimin did not continue to hold them, perhaps because he felt that this kind of thing would be a loss.
Looking at the relaxed faces of the people around him, Xue Yantuo Khan didn't know what to say. Do you still think that Li Shimin is calling the shots in the Tang Dynasty? On the surface, it is indeed Li Shimin who is calling the shots, but in fact several key points have been changed.
Someone has been replaced.
"I said everyone, please be quiet. You don't know much about the Tang Dynasty..."
Xue Yantuo Khan didn't have the time to wait for them to finish talking here. They all spoke eloquently and regarded the excitement of the past as their own advantage. You don't want to think about the actual situation now. You have been pushed to the edge of the cliff by the Tang Dynasty.
, and you say they are good?
"Is it different now than then?"
Although the Western Turks have not congratulated the Tang Dynasty, but listening to what these people just said, they also feel that if they really go to congratulate the Tang Dynasty, they Western Turks would also be willing.
"Of course it has changed. Nowadays, some agencies of the Tang Dynasty are still in charge of foreign affairs, but in fact, they are in charge of His Highness the Emperor Taisun. Any country that goes to pay tribute to the Tang Dynasty must have real materials.
OK."
When Xue Yantuo Khan saw that everyone was attracted, he stopped talking. He then explained to these people and introduced the situation of Tuyuhun and Silla clearly. Don't think that you just go with a few gifts.
, now we have to bring at least a quarter of your tax revenue. This is a country that has not defeated you. If it defeats you, this tax share may rise to one-third.
After listening to what he said, the people present were so nervous that they could not speak, and their faces looked as if they had seen a ghost.
In a place like the northwest, the country itself is not rich. It would be unimaginable to give another quarter of the tax revenue to the Tang Dynasty. They are very aware of the situation in their country, saying that they are kings and emperors.
Yes, but in fact, our lives are slightly richer than those of rich households. This is only possible for ordinary people who plunder the country. If we are given such a large proportion as the Tang Dynasty, how will we live our lives?
"This won't work, this absolutely won't work. If we spend a quarter of the tax revenue every year, our officials will not even be able to pay their salaries. If we surrender to the Tang Dynasty like this, the people in the country will probably be in chaos.
Will we still be around then?"
"You're right. Our country itself doesn't have much money. There aren't many people in the country who can fill their stomachs. If they set a large amount for us, do we have to give away all the valuable things?
Has it passed?"
Each of these people expressed their dissatisfaction. Khan Xue Yantuo was happy beside him, but he was afraid that you people would be willing. If you people were willing, wouldn't there be no need to fight this war? We have spent a lot of money on it.
For such a long time, didn’t I just hope that you guys could fight?
"Be quiet a little more and stop making noises for now."
Just when Xue Yantuo Khan thought that everyone was about to refuse, General Kang Ying of the Western Turks spoke. He was considered the real strength among all the coalition forces. Take the coalition forces of 115,000 people, of which nearly seven
Ten thousand people are from the Western Turks, and they are the largest country in the Western Regions.
"I don't know how to persuade you. If you ask us to pay a quarter of the tax revenue, I guess the Khan of our country will not be willing to do it, but there is one thing I must remind you. If we refuse, then Datang
It is very likely that the army will march straight in, and by then they will take more than a quarter."
General Kang Ying said with a headache. He didn't want to take out the money, but just now he saw Xue Yantuo Khan. This guy is a very powerful evidence against the Tang Dynasty. So what is the result?
Not to mention the issue of taxation, he doesn't even have his own country anymore. Now, except for the hundreds of people at the door, he doesn't even have a single subject under his command. According to the reliable information he received, none of his local subjects are.
Having surrendered to the Tang Dynasty, he is now a bereaved dog, and he doesn't know how long he can live.
After General Kang Ying finished speaking, the people in the tent were silent. It is indeed as General Kang Ying said. If we take the initiative to hand over the money, there is still room for bargaining. But if you don't
If we give you this money, the Tang army may have to come and get it themselves. When they come to get it themselves, do you think they can still divide it for you? Of course they will take it all away.