However, this situation is actually a good thing for Da Qin.

Both Rome and Carthage were ambitious people, and they both valued sea power very much.

Let the two countries fight longer and wear each other out more, and the situation in the Mediterranean can be more balanced.

When the time comes, Da Qin can completely become a fisherman and benefit both sides.

In a few years at most, after the Suez Canal is opened, the powerful Qin fleet will make these two countries understand what truth and justice are.

"Your country's system is indeed quite special. I can give you a little more time to think about it. As for the apology you said, is it too little?"

"Well, my prince is not an unkind person, so let me first take one hundred thousand jins of gold and two hundred thousand jins of slaves."

"By the way, there is another condition. You Carthage must join the Great Qin Business Alliance and ensure the freedom and absolute safety of Great Qin merchants in your country!"

Ying Yu pretended to think for a long time before showing a reluctant expression.

"No problem, I can make the decision on His Highness the Crown Prince's conditions!"

Seeing that Ying Yu agreed, Sura breathed a sigh of relief.

He was really afraid that Qin would become angry and join forces with the Romans to attack Carthage.

Although one hundred thousand catties of gold and two hundred thousand slaves are still a large sum for Carthage.

But compared to offending such a powerful empire as Great Qin, it seems a bit insignificant.

As for the business alliance, that is the result that Carthage's top leaders want to see.

Nowadays, Da Qin's products are extremely popular in Carthage. Whether it is silk or tea, the nobles are crazy about it.

Especially those exquisite glazed utensils have become a symbol of nobles showing off their family property.

Under such circumstances, how could Sulla be so stupid as to refuse to trade with the Qin Dynasty?

As for safety issues, that's not even a problem.

You must know that the merchants of the Qin Dynasty were the guests of the Carthaginian nobles. It was too late to please them. Who would take advantage of the merchants of the Qin Dynasty?

After everything was settled, Ying Yu exchanged a few polite words with a few people, and Perseus and Sulla resigned first, leaving only Ptolemy V behind.

Of course, before leaving, Perseus and Sulla gave Ptolemy V an angry look.

If it hadn't been for this spineless guy, they wouldn't have been forced to this point today.

Especially Sulla, one hundred thousand catties of gold and two hundred thousand slaves, even a wealthy kingdom like Carthage would feel distressed when taking them out.

"How's it going? How are you thinking about it?"

Ying Yu ignored Perseus and Sulla who were leaving, but looked at Ptolemy V.

"His Royal Highness, after the canal is opened, can it provide some benefits to our country's navigation? Otherwise, it will not be easy to explain when I go back next time."

Ptolemy V carefully tested Ying Yu's tone.

Although he has a cowardly character, he is still a prince and the heir to the next king, and he still has some vision.

Once this grand canal is opened, the benefits will be absolutely incredible.

As long as he can get some of the profits, he will be able to suppress all dissatisfaction after returning to the country.

If he cannot get it, no one in the country will agree to this matter, and even the positions of other princes will be in danger.

"That's natural, but after all, Da Qin built this Grand Canal, so Da Qin wants to take the lion's share. Isn't it reasonable?"

Ying Yu looked at Ptolemy V with a smile.

What Da Qin needs is absolute control over this canal, and it doesn't hurt to share some of the profits.

As long as the construction of the Suez Canal is completed, the Qin Dynasty will be able to control the Mediterranean. By then, Ptolemaic Egypt will no longer have any room for bargaining.

"Thank you for your understanding, Your Highness. I, Ptolemy, am willing to be the most loyal subject of Da Qin!"

When Ptolemy V saw Ying Yu agreeing so happily, his face suddenly showed joy.

Ying Yu waved his hand, indicating that he didn't need to be polite.

Whether Ptolemaic Egypt was loyal or not, whether it was a vassal or not, it didn't matter to Ying Yu.

Because his purpose has been achieved.

In Ying Yu's eyes, no matter how loyal his subordinates are, they are not as good as truly integrating into the Qin Dynasty.

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"It seems that the envoys from the Three Kingdoms were right. Your Majesty, you have done a good job in this matter."

Ying Zheng's mouth rose slightly when he saw the agreement between Da Qin and Macedonia, Ptolemaic Egypt, and Carthage sent by the Customs Department, as well as the detailed plan for Da Qin and Ptolemaic Egypt to jointly open the Suez Canal.

Just two years ago, everyone in the Qin Dynasty was still worried about the bottom of the national treasury.

Who would have thought that in just two years, Great Qin would be able to build such a huge project in another country thousands of miles away.

Compared with the Grand Canal built in Daqin, the Suez Canal, although the total construction mileage is less than a thousand miles, is no less significant.

One is to develop the local area, and the other is to open up foreign territories.

Once the Suez Canal is completed, it will completely establish its dominance in the Great Qin Sea.

Today's Mediterranean Sea is the most prosperous region besides the Great Qin Dynasty.

As long as Great Qin completely controls this area of ​​the Mediterranean, it will really be only one step away from becoming Qin in the whole world.

The smile on Ying Yu's face became even wider.

After working hard for so long, the framework of the Great Qin Empire was finally established.

Next, you just need to refine it step by step and eat away at the surrounding areas.

Today, Ying Yu is only in his early twenties.

Ying Zheng's body and bones are extremely strong. The father and son have plenty of time to help Da Qin move to the top of the world step by step.

"Father, there won't be any major wars in Daqin in a short period of time. I suggest holding a military parade in Xianyang.

This will boost the morale of the army and people of our Great Qin, and also let all countries in the world see the supreme military power of our Great Qin.

Incidentally, it can also boost the economy and increase government revenue."

Hearing this, Ying Zheng's face suddenly flashed with joy.

Military parades actually happened thousands of years ago.

According to the records of "Zhunnanzi·Yuandaoxun", after Xia Yu became the leader, he held the first military parade ceremony at the meeting where he invited the princes to ally with Tushan.

During the Tushan Alliance, Dayu's display of force intimidated the princes and made them dare not act rashly, thus laying the foundation for his establishment of the Xia Dynasty.

At the end of the Shang Dynasty, King Wu of Zhou also held a grand military parade in Mengjin, which shocked eight hundred princes.

After the military parade, King Wu personally led the Western Zhou army, crossed to Mengjin eastward, and fought a decisive battle with the Shang army at Muye, severely defeating King Zhou and laying the foundation for the founding of the Zhou Dynasty.

During the Spring and Autumn Period, various countries wanted to dominate the Central Plains.
Chapter completed!