Daqin: Zulong's Traveling Frog

Chapter 305 Night Pearl

Captain Jin saw that what he said was very straightforward, so he couldn't help being furious, and shouted: "What do you mean by that?" In fact, people most hope that the secret technique of silk can only be unique to the Central Plains."

The implication of priceless is nothing more than that if only the Central Plains can produce silk in the world, then merchants from all over the world must come to the Central Plains to buy it.

In the past, the customs duties of merchants were already a huge income, and they could be said to be reaping the benefits.Captain Jin, who had been guarding the border for a long time, of course understood the reason, and said coldly, "That's right, Loulan people don't steal silkworm eggs."

Gan Qi was even more puzzled, and said: "Then, please tell the general, what exactly do you want us to hand over?" Captain Jin said: "Hand over the property of the Khotan envoy you stole from the post station! The envoy has already reported to General Han , do you still want to pretend to be stupid?" Gan Qi was taken aback, and said, "What?"

He was not an ordinary businessman, and he had some knowledge. When he heard that the matter was related to the Khotan envoy, he began to vaguely feel that something was wrong—like Loulan, Khotan was an important country in the Western Regions, and the two countries had never been in harmony.King Xidun of Khotan was ambitious and always wanted to dominate the Western Regions. In recent years, he has expanded wildly and sent troops to destroy the neighboring countries such as Shache, Pishan, Jingjue, Xiaowan, and Qiemo. The land and population of Khotan increased greatly.

As a result, it has become the overlord of the southern border of the Western Regions, and its northeast border has already bordered on the Loulan Kingdom.Although Xi Dun has not conscripted a large army to attack Loulan directly, he has actively formed an alliance with Moshan, the neighboring country to the north of Loulan. Last year, he dedicated the huge treasure tripod dug under the Kunlun Mountains to the Central Plains, and married his eldest son, Prince Yongdan, to the Central Plains. The princess is tantamount to having the full support of the Central Plains court.Anyone with a little knowledge in the Western Regions knows it.

Khotan's next target is definitely Loulan, but Loulan is a rich country and its people are strong. King Wentian and Queen Amanda are extremely loved by the military and the people, and have high prestige in the Western Region. Xidun dare not start a war rashly for the time being, and needs to find a suitable excuse and opportunity. .

This time Loulan had no choice but to pay a high price to buy grain from the Central Plains. It was originally to alleviate the crisis of food shortage for the domestic and allied chariots at the same time. Could it be that Khotan had the intention to cause trouble and obstruct it? Otherwise, why did it happen that Khotan's left prime minister, Fan Mu, had been stranded in Khotan as an envoy? Yumenguan Station?
Captain Jin did not allow anyone to think too much about the background and connection, and sneered: "Come here, search! Find out the stolen goods and let's see what you have to say!"

The soldiers got off their horses in response, each raised their spears, and bandaged the goods carried by the camels, and white rice flowed out like water.Seeing this, Gan Qi felt distressed, and hurriedly stepped forward and said, "General, please tell me exactly what property the Khotan envoy lost? How can it be proved that the Loulan caravan must have stolen it?"

Suddenly he heard footsteps approaching, Khotan envoy Su Mu led his men to rush over, and Yumen Gatekeeper Li Xin personally accompanied him.

At the age of 37 and eight years old, Panmu was short and strong, but he was born in a wealthy family in Khotan.Gan Qi had met him several times due to various reasons, so he could be regarded as an old acquaintance, so he had to go forward to greet him.

Sugi said calmly, "Is your master okay?" Gan Qi replied cautiously, "Thank you for your concern, my lord, everything is fine."

The master the two of them talked about refers to Ahu, a native of Cheshi, who became a wealthy man because of horse trading and business. Not only is he rich, but his two daughters are even more remarkable. There are countless ministers under him, the eldest daughter Amanda is the current Queen of Loulan, and the second daughter Sang Zi is also married to Loulan General Quansu.

King Xi Dun of Khotan also crazily loved and pursued the pair of sisters when he was humble, but Ahu stopped him.

This past is extremely secretive, and outsiders don't know about it, but Gan Qi is Ahu's confidant. Watching Amanda's sister grow up, he knows it all.

He heard that Sumu didn't say anything else, and asked his master Ahu first, which obviously had ulterior motives, so he couldn't help feeling even more disturbed.

Chanmu said: "Gan Qi, please hand over the stolen Night Pearl now. It is a sacred object given to Princess Huaiyu by the Emperor of the Central Plains. It is not something that ordinary people can bear. As long as you hand it over honestly, I can still see it. For the sake of an old acquaintance, I will intercede with General Han on your behalf."

Gan Qi said in surprise: "I've never seen any Ye Mingzhu, so how can I talk about stealing it? The prime minister keeps saying that our Loulan caravan stole the Ye Ming Pearl, but do you have evidence?" Mu Mu said: "I know your master Fu On the one hand, treasures are piled up like a mountain in your house, and you can be regarded as someone who has seen the world. The Ye Mingzhu itself may not be able to catch your eyes. You actually want to take this opportunity to sow discord between our Khotan and the Central Plains. It is King Wentian who ordered you to do so Is it?"

Gan Qi was even more frightened, and hurriedly argued: "How can such a thing happen! General Han is here, don't talk nonsense." Han Mu sneered: "Whether there is such a thing, we will know if we find the Ye Mingzhu. ”

Gan Qi knew that Mu Mu was the most trusted confidant of King Xidun of Khotan. He was deep, sophisticated and resourceful. Prince Yongdan was able to marry Princess Huaiyu of the Central Plains, and his contribution was indisputable.He so blatantly reported to the generals that the Loulan caravan had stolen the holy relic, and invited Li Xin to hold the line, ready to confront him in public, unless he was absolutely sure.

Could it be that Khotan deliberately framed him and wanted to take the opportunity to make trouble?Or did someone from the Loulan caravan really steal the Ye Mingzhu?

But this time, except for two of Gan Qi's most trusted servants, the rest of the caravan were all warriors carefully selected from the palace guards. There was no possibility of stealing other people's property, let alone the Khotan envoys. s things.

It's even more impossible for Changmai. Although he loves to act willfully and recklessly, he is just a young man, but after all he is still a prince with a noble status, so how could he do such a thing?

Then there is only the only possible candidate left - Changmai's newly hired military adviser is priceless.

Thinking of this episode, Gan Qi felt a "thump" in his heart, and turned his head involuntarily. When he saw that Wu Price had lost his usual calm and was staring nervously at the Central Plains soldiers who were searching the camel caravan,

He realized that disaster was imminent!
Once the priceless stolen holy relics are found, not only will it be a disaster for him, but it will also be used by the people of Khotan to make a big fuss.As for the terrible consequences it would bring to the Loulan caravan, he didn't even dare to think about it.

He became more and more frightened, and in this cold spring weather, drops of cold sweat broke out on his forehead.

Li Xin had been watching with cold eyes, but when he saw this, he actually asked: "Gan Qi, are you hot?" Gan Qi said: "I... this... this..."

The guide A Fei appeared out of nowhere, pushed aside the crowd, walked to the front, and said loudly: "I am the guide A Fei, and I took the Ye Mingzhu, and it has nothing to do with the Loulan caravan."

(End of this chapter)