Han Khan

Chapter 158, The Benefits of Marrying Sarah

Then, he took a breath and said softly, "I think Your Highness already knows who I am talking about."

He took a deep breath and said solemnly:

"I recommend to Your Highness the girl who fled from the west of Jinhan, being hunted by the Ubili people. She is from the Karakhanid Khanate, the granddaughter of Pang Teqin and the daughter of Bogd Khan Ogurchak."

His voice was tinged with mystery, which made people wonder what kind of charm and talent this recommended woman possessed.

Zhang Zhongxian continued to describe: "That girl looks exactly like me, a Tangren. I think she is not only dignified and elegant, but also very smart. She speaks logically and clearly."

His tone revealed his admiration for the woman, emphasizing her outer beauty and inner wisdom.

His words were full of sincerity and enthusiasm, making people feel his love and recognition for the woman.

He then added:

"She is proficient in riding, archery and martial arts, and can manage her people. If she is married to Your Highness, she is a rare and virtuous wife, and is very suitable to be the mistress of our Jin Han people."

His words revealed his high opinion of Sarah, believing that she had the qualities to be an excellent wife and leader.

His recommendation was full of confidence and expectation, hoping that this woman could become the hostess of the Jinhan people and bring stability and prosperity to Jinhan.

The big tent was suddenly filled with a solemn and serious atmosphere, and everyone fell into deep thought, recalling Sarah's appearance and possibilities.

But in fact, Zhang Zhongxian had already communicated with other people from the Qinghe Zhang family, and everyone agreed with his suggestion, which would not harm Jin Han, His Highness, or the two Zhang families.

When Zhang Sheng heard Zhang Zhongxian's suggestion, he was excited and his joy was hard to suppress, which was directly reflected on his face.

Ever since they met, Zhang Sheng had been fond of that heroic girl.

Her beautiful eyes and long eyelashes, her fair and pretty cheeks and proud figure, her plump and strong legs, the smile that always appeared to him, and her strong and decisive style of doing things, all deeply attracted him.

Even though she was now like a stray dog, her father was killed by her cousin, she had lost her power and status, and ended up living in the Jinhan tribe with nothing.

But he understood that perhaps Sarah could not bring him any substantial benefits now.

However, her knowledge of the Karakhanid Khanate, the Samanid Dynasty, and those who believed in the Arab religion, as well as her familiarity with the customs and habits of the vast grasslands in the west, coupled with her outstanding personal abilities and qualities, are his most valuable assets and will become an important boost to his future development.

He would never marry a weak and delicate woman as his wife, even if she was a princess of great dignity, because what he was looking for was an ally who could manage his household affairs and help him in his life and career.

This woman must be able to manage and lead Jin Han's tribes and subjects when he is away at war, like a real queen, and even be able to fight alongside him.

Sarah fits the bill perfectly.

Although she was born into the Uighur family, her mother and grandmother were both Tang women, so her appearance was no different from that of Tang women.

Not only is she able to speak the elegant language fluently, she also displays qualities of intelligence, decisiveness and perseverance.

In addition, she is physically strong and fearless, and now she has converted to the Holy Religion.

It has to be admitted that Zhang Zhongxian's proposal really touched Zhang Sheng's heart.

Moreover, there are many Tang survivors in the Seven Rivers Grassland and the oasis cities in the river. Those Tang people are very supportive of Ogurchak and her descendants. If he marries her, after defeating Satuk in the future, those Tang people will have to submit to him and the Jinhan tribe.

Zhang Sheng's fingers kept tapping on the sword on his knees, making a crisp and loud sound.

As time went on, the atmosphere in the room became more and more tense, as if the whole world was waiting for his decision.

Finally, Zhang Sheng raised his head, looked at the people in the tent with a firm gaze, and said, "I am actually quite satisfied with this girl. Her beauty and intelligence make me very excited. Therefore, I decided to marry Sarah as my wife and give her the status of the hostess of Jinhan.

Sara came from the Karakhanid Khanate, which was located between the Seven Rivers Steppe and the Transoxiana region. There were many ethnic groups and religious sects there, and the Karakhanids were both at war and at peace with the Arabs and Persians.

Those Arabs and Persians who believe in Arab religion are enemies of the Holy Religion and the Jinhan people, and are evil beings.

Because these followers of the Dashi religion continued to conquer eastwards, often oppressing and killing local people, especially those Tang survivors who had lived on this land since ancient times, as well as many Tengri believers, Buddhists, Nestorians and Manicheans. Their behavior is heartbreaking and intolerable.

In the future, I, Jin Han, will definitely march westward to the Seven Rivers Grassland and the cities in the river, rescue the people who were slaughtered and oppressed by the Arabs from their suffering, eradicate those evil Arabs and Persians who believe in Arab religion, and return peace and harmony to this land!"

In this way, not only can my Jinhan tribe increase the number of people who can speak elegant language, but it can also control the Hezhong and Qihe grassland areas.

Those places are much richer than Jinshan and Mobei. There are a large number of caravans coming and going from Mobei, the East and the West. They are very wealthy, with numerous sects and ethnic groups. This is very beneficial for my Jinhan tribe to implement differentiated rule.

In addition, Sarah's grandmother and mother were both Tang people, and she herself was taught Chinese Han etiquette and grew up in such an environment.

Therefore, in essence, she is no different from us Han people.

With her assistance, we will be able to gain a deeper understanding of the relationship and situation between the Persians and the Arabs, which will be of great significance to our strategy and decision-making.

At the same time, we can also clearly grasp the specific distribution of the Karakhan army led by Satuk and their combat methods. Only by fully understanding the opponent and knowing ourselves and the enemy can we defeat these enemies of the Holy Religion and Jinhan.

Today, I, Jin Han, have a large number of subjects, tribesmen and slaves, and countless cattle, sheep, horses and camels.

However, cattle and sheep need vast pastures to provide sufficient grazing grass. Without sufficient pasture, our livestock will face the risk of large-scale death, and our tribesmen will be dispersed.

The reason why we can live here peacefully is that we continue to plunder those tribes that do not submit in order to meet the survival needs of the tribes.

However, although we have conquered many tribes east of Jinshan, we are also facing a serious problem:

As the number of slaves, tribesmen and livestock continued to increase, the existing pastures could no longer meet our grazing needs.

Therefore, the Jinhan tribe must not remain confined to this barren Mobei region.

Therefore, we must find a new way out. On the one hand, in order to compete for more grassland resources; on the other hand, in order to save the oppressed Tang people in the Karakhanid Khanate, and to defeat the enemies of the Holy Religion, it is imperative to attack westward next spring.

Moreover, Sarah can also help Jin Han to quickly control the Karakhanid tribes after defeating the Karakhanid Khanate.

We will also take advantage of the situation to coerce the Karakhanids and launch an attack on the Arabs and the Arab religion. We will seize the land, livestock, food and wealth of those disbelievers. Only in this way can we fulfill the will of the Lord of Heaven and make Jinhan even stronger. "

Zhang Sheng's voice was full of strength and determination, as if he had seen the future war scenes.

He swept his eyes over the crowd, and everyone's face showed a serious and determined expression.

He continued: "We will declare war on those evil forces in the name of justice. We will use our courage and wisdom to defeat those enemies and bring relief to those who are suffering.

This is not only a military operation, but also a journey to save souls.”

Everyone nodded excitedly. Who doesn't like wealth and beautiful women?

Your Highness has such great ambitions, why don't you support him?

"Your Highness is wise and we will follow your orders!" Everyone expressed their support for Zhang Sheng's decision.

Zhang Sheng said to Zhang Zhongxian:
"So, please, Uncle Zhongxian, act as a matchmaker for me and Princess Sarah!" His tone was sincere and firm, making people feel his determination and sense of responsibility deep in his heart.

(End of this chapter)