Since Tang Jing decided to open the manufacturing technology of bed crossbow and divine arm crossbow to the elves and dwarves in the entire Beiluo Mountains, this is the second time that Mia and Bagg have returned to Chang'an City.
Previously, with Fei Lian's assistance, he brought a large amount of weapons and equipment.
This time.
In addition to bringing back a new batch of weapons and equipment, the two also brought back two pieces of news.
"The coalition forces of the Aztec Alliance, through the lords of Macon County and Pelican County, got in touch with some elves and dwarf tribes in the Northern Mountains and obtained a batch of weapons and equipment." Mia responded.
Although Chang'an was the first to hook up with the elves and dwarves, he was not the only partner of the two tribes.
Instead he chose to hedge his bets.
"What weapons and equipment did the Aztec coalition exchange for?" Tang Jing asked curiously.
"Safety Commitment."
"..."
The move of "Kai Qing White Wolf with Empty Hands" can be used very smoothly by both the enemy and ourselves.
"The crisis of the demon tide deep in the Beiluo Mountains is still intensifying. Two elven tribes and three dwarf tribes have been affected by the demon tide and have to leave their ancestral lands where their ancestors have lived for generations."
This is the second news brought by Mia.
In the current crisis, it is no wonder that the elves and dwarves would cooperate with the Aztec coalition.
An army of millions looks quite safe.
"Which tribes specifically cooperated with the Aztec coalition?" Tang Jing asked.
"Uh, this..."
Mia and Bug just hesitated.
"Forget it, it was me who was abrupt."
Tang Jing also immediately realized that there was actually no point in asking this question.
Not to mention Mia and Bagh both have concerns. Even if the list is informed, after Tang Jing learns about it, apart from adding a few more enemies, there does not seem to be any real benefit to Chang'an.
sometimes.
Pretending to be confused is actually a good choice.
It is human nature to hedge your bets. The interests of the elves and dwarves of Chaoxia Mountain are closely tied to the interests of Chang'an. In the final analysis, the other elves and dwarves have not established much friendship with Chang'an.
Why should we choose Captain An?
As long as Chang'an wins this battle, then the elves and dwarf tribes that had previously defected to the alliance will naturally be able to see the situation clearly again.
Then he became Chang'an's "good friend".
Two times before and after, Chang'an used bed crossbow and divine arm crossbow manufacturing technology, and exchanged it from elves and dwarves for a total of 20,000 elven war bows, 20,000 pairs of iron armor, and 10,000 shields.
Quite a lot.
But if you consider the base number of elves and dwarves in the Beiluo Mountains, it's not that many.
no way.
Previously, in exchange with the elves and dwarves of Zhaoxia Mountain, they enjoyed the exclusive manufacturing technology license. Now that such a person has a share, the value will definitely be greatly reduced.
Elves and dwarves are indeed rich, but they are not stupid either.
"The siren sent a batch of high-quality pearls, corals and other sea treasures before. Can they be sold to the elves and dwarves in the Beiluo Mountains in exchange for elven bows and armor?" Tang Jing's appetite was not yet satisfied.
It wasn't that he was greedy, but that Chang'an expanded its army too quickly.
So much weaponry and equipment is needed.
Take the Elf War Bow as an example.
When the Fourth Division is expanded to full strength, it is estimated that another 8,000 war bows will be needed.
The newly formed first squadron of warships requires at least 2,500 battle bows.
The fifth and sixth divisions to be formed will require a total of at least 5,000 war bows just to equip each of its elite archer battalions.
The Xiongwu Brigade of the Guards Division, which was just formed two days ago, also needs to be allocated 2,500 war bows.
Add it all together.
There is already a demand for more than 18,000 war bows.
This does not include the battle bows that should be distributed to elite spearmen, as well as the heavy infantry who will be transferred later. Even with the previous round of army expansion, the shortage of battle bows has not yet been filled.
After this calculation, 20,000 elven war bows are completely insufficient.
At least 10,000 war bows are needed.
If we think about it further, in order to cope with this siege by the Aztec Alliance, Chang'an will probably continue to recruit troops in the future, and the gap in the war bow will be even greater.
It is necessary to prepare for a rainy day.
"Well, if it was before the demonic tide broke out, I believe that the elves would be interested in these treasures in the sea. But now, they probably won't exchange precious weapons and equipment for these luxuries." Mia said awkwardly.
"The same goes for dwarves." Bage quickly added.
This is urgent. The elves and dwarves certainly hope to use their inventory of weapons and equipment to maximize their value, for example, in exchange for direct troops from the human race.
Not just a verbal safety promise.
"Too."
After being rejected twice in a row, Tang Jing's face remained calm and calm.
That's it.
Compared to a month ago, it was already more than twice as strong.
"Oh, by the way, sir, this time we also brought an elf infected by the demonic tide."
Mia also quickly changed the subject, "I wonder if the purification technique you have mastered can relieve the elf's negative state and regain her sanity."
"You can give it a try."
Tang Jingke didn't dare to guarantee it, after all, it was a terrifying demonic tide.
The three of them immediately left the house and came to the front yard of the Lord's Mansion. The infected elf was currently locked in an iron cage, her eyes red as blood, and she was hysterical towards the guards who were guarding her.
The elf, who was originally known for his elegance, now looks like a wild beast that has lost its mind.
The demonic tide is truly terrifying.
"Purify!"
Tang Jing directly threw a purification spell.
The elf was startled for a moment, then suddenly became quiet.
"There's a show!"
Mia and Bagg looked at each other and saw the joy in each other's eyes.
The outbreak of this demonic tide can be described as an unprecedented survival crisis for the elves and dwarves. Especially when they see their people being blackened by the demonic tide, but they are helpless, it is really powerless.
When we meet on the battlefield, it is even more difficult to kill him.
If the Lord's purification can remove the blackening, it will be great news to the two races.
"Purify!"
Tang Jing cast another purification spell, and the red light in the elf's eyes receded at a speed visible to the naked eye.
"W-where am I? What happened?"
"Tia!"
Mia stepped forward in surprise and grabbed the female elf's hand, with tears in her eyes.
"Mia?"
The two recognized each other, which was a new feeling.
Upon seeing this, Tang Jing quietly returned to the middle courtyard, leaned on a chair and closed his eyes to rest.
really.
A quarter of an hour later, Mia left and returned.
"Sir, thank you for saving Tia!"
Mia extended the highest etiquette of the elves to Tang Jing, which shows her gratitude.
"It's nothing, it's just a little effort."
"Sir, upon learning of the purification magic you have mastered, I think that all the elven tribes would be happy to exchange elven war bows for pearls, corals and other treasures, in order to deepen their friendship with Chang'an."
Mia obviously understands Tang Jing's thoughts very well.
"Not only that, considering the outbreak of the demonic tide, for safety reasons, various elven tribes will also be happy to deposit part of their gold coins in Chang'an Bank to ensure the safety of funds."
The elven tribe that was infected by the demonic tide failed to take away many gold coins.
"That's great."
Tang Jing was very satisfied with the exchange terms offered by Mia.
As Chang'an's economic activities become more prosperous, in order to maintain the liquidity of market funds, Tang Jing once again injected 250,000 gold coins into Chang'an Bank not long ago.
Since its establishment, Chang'an Bank has invested a total of 700,000 gold coins.
Although most of these funds are still circulating within Chang'an, in fact, they occupy the personal funds that Tang Jing can use.
future.
As economic activities continue to be active, capital must be continuously injected into banks.
to maintain liquidity.
If Chang'an has the right to issue currency, it doesn't matter. The larger the economy, in order to maintain market liquidity, it can just print money.
The problem is no.
In this case, it is a good choice for the territory to issue various bills, such as food stamps, meat stamps, cloth stamps, etc., to replace wages and expand internal liquidity.
It is equivalent to issuing currency in disguise.
Suiye County, which has been promoted to a county seat, adopts a bill system.
However, the bill system is an anti-market system after all, and the transaction convenience is insufficient. As long as it can be maintained, there is no need for Changan to go back.
Same thing.
If Chang'an Bank can absorb deposits from outside, it can actually increase market liquidity in disguise.
Instead of having to dig into Tang Jing's pocket.
For example, if Chang'an Bank issued a loan of 300,000 gold coins to merchants, it could absorb deposits of 300,000 gold coins from outside, and it would be possible to live comfortably even with the interest rate difference.
It is equivalent to "introducing foreign investment" in reality.
Given how wealthy the elves and dwarves are, even if they just use part of their savings to deposit millions of gold coins in Chang'an Bank, isn't that just like playing games?