"I finally understand why His Royal Highness insists on opening the sea."

"If there was no sea route, even if we knew that the Seleucid Empire had great opportunities, we, Great Qin, would still be powerless!"

Looking at the huge world map in front of him, Wang Jian sighed.

"Yes, this time envoys from various countries not only brought rich gifts, but also ordered large quantities of goods.

With so much goods, if we go by land, we don’t know when it will be delivered.”

Nei Shiteng said with a happy face.

The more goods are traded, the more business taxes the treasury can obtain.

Da Qin's economic strength will also become stronger.

At this time, Nei Shiteng had fallen into the pleasure of counting money until his hands cramped.

"Is it reliable to mobilize troops from various countries in the Western Region to form a coalition for this expedition?"

Seeing everyone is a bit off topic.

Ying Zheng pondered for a moment, then asked again.

"Your Majesty, our Great Qin is now powerful and invincible, and the countries in the Western Regions dare not refuse to agree."

"Although it is necessary to mobilize one hundred thousand expeditionary troops, there are not many people allocated to various countries. This is completely within their affordability."

"Father, we can promise to give them a portion of the spoils according to their merit, so that we won't be afraid that they won't try their best."

"If there is anyone who doesn't obey orders, it's very simple, just kill them."

"Letting them send troops this time can be regarded as the cost of our Daqin ensuring their safety."

Ying Yu and everyone in the palace spoke one after another.

In history, the Han and Tang Dynasties used this strategy when they ruled the Western Regions.

And the effect is very good.

Now that Da Qin's influence in the countries in the Western Regions has long surpassed these two dynasties, there will naturally be no problems.

"That way, I feel relieved."

"This matter will be done according to the prince's wishes. The Western Regions Protectorate of the Great Qin Dynasty will be established. Meng Tian will be appointed as the protector, Zhang Liang will be the chief historian, and Han Xin will be the captain. They will command the armies of various countries in the Western Regions and be responsible for the expedition."

Ying Zheng waved his hand and spoke domineeringly.

When the officials saw this, they naturally did not dare to say anything.

Meng Tian's loyalty to the Qin Dynasty and his military exploits were unknown to everyone in the Qin Dynasty.

He is indeed the best candidate to take charge of the Western Region Protectorate.

Among the crowd, only Wang Ben looked slightly disappointed.

However, I thought that guarding the capital was also an important responsibility.

Moreover, Wang Li was about to go on an expedition to Fusang with His Highness, so he felt much better.

Although the officials did not dare to object to Ying Zheng's intention, they still discussed it quietly.

The object of their discussion was Zhang Liang.

They know what Meng Tian and Han Xin are capable of.

But Zhang Liang was a traitor who once assassinated His Majesty.

Is there really no problem in letting him serve as the governor of the Western Region Protectorate?

Although they had doubts in their hearts, this time the officials learned wisely.

He did not object directly, but reminded Ying Zheng by talking quietly.

They don't want to offend Ying Yu at all now.

In response, Ying Zheng just smiled. He knew Zhang Liang's talents well.

As the saying goes, don't use people you doubt, and don't use people you trust.

Since Zhang Liang has been used, there is no need to doubt it.

With Zhang Liang and Han Xin assisting Meng Tian, ​​the Qin Dynasty's expansion to the west would be unstoppable.

Ying Yu didn't pay attention to the comments of the officials.

With Meng Tian, ​​Zhang Liang, and Han Xin in charge of the Western Regions, the northern part of the Qin Dynasty is considered to be absolutely safe.

He can also safely release Fan Kuai, Xia Houying, Zhou Bo and other famous local generals from Great Qin to practice.

Let them practice with the Mauryas and Romans and grow up as quickly as possible.

After all, they are different from the historical generals summoned by the system.

Today, they have not really experienced the baptism of war.

"Your Majesty, Your Highness the Crown Prince, due to the tribute paid by various countries this time, a large number of people have poured into Xianyang City."

"Today's Xianyang City is overcrowded, and I propose to expand Xianyang!"

Feng Quji came to the middle of the hall, first bowed respectfully to Ying Zheng and Ying Yu, and then spoke.

"Xianyang City is indeed too crowded now!"

"Yes, I live in the outskirts of the city, and going to court every day used to go smoothly, but recently there are more and more people in Xianyang City, and there are often traffic jams!"

"You still go to court in a carriage? I have to ride a horse now, and you have to avoid the main streets."

"That's true. Especially the streets in front of Xianyang Palace are extremely blocked.

Every morning, people will flock to Xianyang Palace to watch the flag-raising ceremony!"

As soon as Feng Quji finished speaking, a burst of echoes came from the court hall.

While the officials were complaining, they were also in a daze.

You know, Xianyang City was actually established less than a hundred years ago.

Moreover, when he unified the Central Plains in the past, the First Emperor also carried out an expansion.

Unexpectedly, it would need to be expanded again so soon.

It can only be said that the speed of development of Da Qin is really too fast.

On the throne, Ying Zheng also nodded with deep understanding.

These grand gatherings brought people from around Xianyang to gather.

Today's Xianyang City is indeed blocked, and even the city defense army responsible for maintaining order is somewhat overwhelmed.

However, expanding Xianyang City is no joke.

The cost of this is an astronomical figure.

Fortunately, this time, all nations came to the court and donated a lot of money.

This gave Ying Zheng the confidence to put the expansion of Xianyang on the agenda.

"It is indeed time for Xianyang City to be expanded, but how to expand it requires a charter."

"Since it is to be expanded, it must be built in one go. Erchen believes that Xianyang should be directly built into the largest and most prosperous city in the world."

Ying Yu stepped forward and said.

In fact, the current planning of Xianyang City is already very advanced for this era.

For example, there are special drainage ditches beside every road.

Through the drainage pipes made of clay, which surround Xianyang City and go directly to the outside of the city, the sewage in Xianyang City can be discharged in time.

It makes the entire Xianyang city extremely clean.

In addition, Daqin attaches great importance to greening.

Vegetation will be deliberately planted on both sides of the Chi Road and the river bank.

"If the prince has an idea in his mind, he might as well speak out and listen."

Seeing Ying Yu standing up, Ying Zheng immediately became energetic.

He has never forgotten the dream world that Ying Yu once mentioned.

Previously, it was because there was no economic support, so even if he wanted to develop towards the so-called 'fairyland', he couldn't do it.

But things are different now.

Today's Ying Zheng has vision and money.

The first emperor Yingzheng, who had always been fastidious, naturally wanted to build the capital Xianyang well.

"First, the new Xianyang City must be large enough to accommodate at least three million people."

After Ying Yu finished speaking, the courtiers suddenly gasped.

You know, the population of the entire Great Qin Dynasty is only a little over 30 million.
To be continued...