Controlling mountains and rivers since the Warring States Period

Chapter 302 Rome and Qin (Part )

"How come the country is called Rome and the capital is also called Rome?"

"Not only that, the nation is also called Rome!"

The first day of landing,
Young people like Ying Duan couldn't help but criticize the situation in this country.

Although the name of the Lao Qin people also originated from Qin.

But that was when he was first conferred the title, eight hundred years ago.

Moreover, as the country's territory continued to expand, wouldn't they have moved the capital, changed its name, and stayed in Rome?
The translator who was hired by Ying Qin and followed him all the way and had some understanding of Qin said, "The terrain of Rome is long and narrow, with many mountains. How can we change the capital at will?"

Hearing the translator's words, the Qin envoy nodded thoughtfully, and then sighed inexplicably:
"Zhu Xia is truly a treasure land bestowed by God!"

"I really don't know when a descendant like me can return to my ancestral land and see the beautiful scenery there!"

Through the stories told by their elders, the younger generation is still very grateful for the place where the Chinese nation originated.

According to the elders,
When they lived in the Xia Dynasty, they did not realize how fertile the soil and water there were, or how suitable the climate there was.

Even in the eyes of the old Qin people, the former Qin territory, which included the Guanzhong Plain, the Wei River Valley, and was surrounded and protected by mountains on all sides, could not satisfy them.

The Qin people wanted to go east.

Go find better, flatter and more fertile ground!
What’s the result?
It exploded not many years after it was released.
The Ying Qin clan was forced to turn around and start a "westward movement" to explore the unknown outside world.

And came from outside the territory,
Only then did Ying Qin realize how difficult it was to find a piece of land with abundant rainfall, rain and heat occurring at the same time, mountains and water, and open plains!
Xinxia has taken a step ahead.
Naturally, there will be even less good territory left for Ying Qin!

They can only continue searching, and their inner desire for land will increase again and again.

The translator only said doubtfully, "Your country is already very good. Is there any place in the East that is more prosperous and powerful than it?"

Over the years, the Qin State in the West Sea has also had exchanges with neighboring countries by land and water.

Some merchants from outside the region like this country located in the corner of the West Sea very much. They think that although these black-haired and black-eyed people are powerful, they are very moral, very particular about etiquette, and generous.

Being rich is a natural thing for Ying Qin.

Not to mention the ancient handicraft techniques inherited by the Chinese gentlemen from their ancestors, which are enough to produce exquisite and high-quality items that countless merchants are eager to fight for.

Not to mention the sufficient food obtained by bending down to build water conservancy projects and burying their heads in cultivating the fields.

Just take the gold mine discovered within its territory more than ten years ago as an example. It was enough for the Qin people to show off outside the territory.

"There is no place outside the domain that can compare to my Qin ancestral land!" The envoys showed sad and nostalgic expressions.

So the translator became even more curious, "Why did you leave there and come here?"

The appearance of the Qin people is very different from that of the people in the West Sea region, and one can tell at a glance:
You are not naturally wild in this place!

The Sindhu people in Xinxia also have black hair and black eyes.
When we got to the West Sea,
Hair color is varied.

Eye colors are also varied.
Many people still have body odor that cannot be removed, and the smell of it really makes the older generation of the Ying Qin Dynasty cry.

Fortunately,

Because the old Qin people injected it with tears and breath, the next generation they produced did not inherit the characteristics of their mother clan.

After careful nurturing, the new generation still grew up to be reliable gentlemen of the Xia Dynasty, and were really incompatible with the barbarians of the West Sea.

unfortunately,

No matter how friendly a gentleman is, after hearing the translator's question, he can't help but change color, and either remain silent or avoid the question.

Like those sad things in the past,

A stele can be erected in the ancestral temple to warn future generations not to forget the shame and hardships of the past and to continue working hard for a bright future.

It can also be compiled into a book to let every generation of Qin people know that the new country of Ying Qin was hard-won.

But telling it to outsiders?
It’s still not necessary!
Only when Ying Qin becomes prosperous in the future,

Only then can you take these things out and show off secretly to demonstrate your perseverance, hard work and the blessing of heaven!
……

When we arrived at the capital city called Rome,

The messengers saw people crowding the streets and cheering.

Ying Duan asked, "What's going on?"

The translator randomly asked a few lucky people and then told them, "The Romans are celebrating the new consul."

"This is the first time since the founding of Rome that a commoner has held this position!"

The envoys looked at each other in bewilderment, and then Ying Duan clapped his hands and said, "Macedonia will be destroyed one day!"

Although along the way,
Ying Qin believed that Rome also had many problems:
For example, if the territory is vast but the republic is still in power, it is not conducive to integrating the power of the entire country and making the whole country united and integrated inside and outside.

By dividing the areas into provinces and appointing governors, aren't you afraid that they, who hold great power, will harbor rebellious thoughts and plot evil?
and also,

Slaves were widely used throughout the country, and people in conquered areas were mostly whipped and driven. How could this assimilate them and absorb the best among them to become the cornerstone of the empire?

Aren’t they afraid that one day the slaves and common people at the bottom of society will lose their patience and rise up to attack them?

Oh!
I have forgotten that the saying "Are kings, princes, generals, and ministers all of different species?" is a special attack on the Qin Dynasty. It has not yet spread outside the region and is not known to the barbarians here.

Even if they know and want to practice this truth,

Considering the combat effectiveness of the barbarians from outside the territory, it seems impossible for them to resist successfully.

And now,
Looking at the cheering Roman people,
And the two new consuls walked with their heads held high in the middle of the street,
The messengers knew.
Even though there are many problems, they will inevitably explode in the future.

But at present, it will not be exposed and will not cause harm to Rome.

Because this country is still in its rising stage,
Many questions,

It is not a problem at all at this time, and there will be opportunities to correct and modify it later.

Everyone is full of fighting spirit, believing that they will soon, and will definitely have a bright future!

"so good!"

Ying Duan was watching this scene from a distance, feeling somewhat envious of the Romans' sunshine and cheerfulness.

But soon,

He adjusted his attitude.

Because he was convinced that Ying Qin would also have such a bright and promising future.

… “This is my friend in Rome!”

"His name is Polybius."

Before formally submitting the letter to Rome, Ying Qin hoped to find a translator who was more familiar with the local area and more proficient in the language.

After all, the Qin State was located in the West Sea, and there were many Greeks and Persians there, so the communication between the two sides was quite smooth.

But Rome was separated from Greece by a sea, and was even farther away from the State of Qin, making communication more difficult.

It would be a bad thing if the translation was inappropriate and conflicts occurred.

The previous translator accepted the task for money and then introduced his friend to the envoys.

Polybius,
They were from the Achaean League in Greece.

His career in his hometown had been going smoothly, but unfortunately, after he was selected as an envoy to Egypt, the king of that country passed away and he was forced to cancel the trip.

after that,

Polybius, whose enemy was killed before he could accomplish his mission, was laid off and found a new job. He came here with the envoys to Rome.

He happily hugged his merchant friend, and then looked at the "envoys from the wealthy and powerful Qin State across the Black Sea."

These people have black hair and black eyes, are tall, have handsome faces, and wear long, soft robes.

From this point of view,
They were very similar to the Romans.

Because the Romans also had black hair and dark eyes, and they also liked to wear long robes.

It’s just that the styles and materials of the two sides look very different.

The other person's hair was straight. Although he was a man, he had long hair, which was tied up with exquisite and small accessories.

This makes these people look very energetic.

What made Polybius even more curious was that
There was an unconcealable confidence and calmness on the other person's face. Although he was somewhat curious about the things in Rome, he did not show too much shock.

It seemed as if this powerful country that was gradually conquering the Mediterranean and expanding its territory was "nothing more than that" in front of them.

Their attire,
Their demeanor,
Even the elegance with which they speak their own language,
All of these made Polybius, who had a scholarly mentality and liked to study the customs of various ethnic groups, develop a desire to explore.

Because of some temperament,

It is not something that can be cultivated in ordinary countries.

Where did they come from?

How did the Qin State originate and how did it grow strong?

Why did they visit Rome?
then,

He agreed to the other party's request and worked as a translator between the Qin State and Rome in the West Sea as a Greek.

And under his guidance,

The Roman rulers received the visitors who came from afar.

Both sides showed some surprise when they looked at each other for the first time.

Obviously the dress is very different,
The appearance is very different.
But there is always an inexplicable sense of familiarity.

"my friend!"

Under the influence of the unknown but touching warmth that suddenly emerged from my heart,

The Roman rulers raised their glasses and cheered and invited the Qin envoys, "Let us celebrate today's meeting!"

“This is a great moment worth remembering!”

The envoys of Qin also raised their flags in response to such a warm welcome.

Subsequently,

They lived in Rome for a while.

Ying Duan led his men to observe Rome.

Rome was also watching them secretly.

The former did not take it seriously and just said to his companions: "Who else but Rome will be the overlord of the Mediterranean in the future?"

"We should discuss this when we return home and be prepared to deal with Rome."

"That's the truth!"

The young people in the delegation nodded in agreement with serious expressions.

They know in their hearts:
When Rome's army turned eastward,

When the Roman army set foot on the land called "Asia Minor",

The original guide must have grown old,

We, the younger generations, should face such shocks and shoulder the responsibility for the future of Qin.

When the envoys exchanged letters with Rome and even accepted several Romans to join the team, they went to visit Qin and passed through the West Sea Strait.
Ying Duan felt something in his heart.

He pointed to the land on both sides of the Strait and said, "This is a strategic road. Even if Qin does not fight on the sea in the future, it should be controlled."

after all,

The Qin Dynasty was established on the east side of the West Sea.
There are ancestral temples and tombs of ancestors, and they cannot be abandoned even if the territory expands thousands of miles in the future.

The people around him laughed and said, "It's probably very difficult to defend a place like this!"

There are oceans on both sides and the land is not vast, so supplies will probably need to rely on external transportation.

"This goal can only be achieved if a magnificent fortress is built!"

Ying Duan laughed and said:
"It's just repairing the city, what's the problem?"

"If the Qin Empire expands here in the future, I will build an impenetrable Yubi City here!"

As for the city-state called "Byzantium" that has already flourished here?

snort!
That’s not in Ying Qin’s eyes!
(End of this chapter)