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#88 - Chapter 12: City of Monsters
Liu Yuan didn't understand the psychology of these people. He raised his hand to signal them to rise, and said in a gentle tone, "I think there must be some misunderstanding. I only purchased a batch of war slaves in Astapor, intending to land at Tyros and return via the Valyrian road. I had no intention of attacking you. It's just that you were too sensitive, directly closing the city gates and refusing to communicate with us."
Hattams and the others exchanged glances, realizing that they had scared themselves and created such a farce. Hattams, being a shrewd man, smiled and said, "In that case, it's all our fault. Please forgive us, my lord! To compensate for the inconvenience caused to you, we are willing to offer some gifts. Please accept them with a smile!" He stepped aside, and soldiers carried four large boxes, which, when opened, revealed gold bars and some exquisite crafts, including several ivory-like carvings inlaid with gold and gems.
Liu Yuan picked up the utensils and examined them. The texture was tough, made of dragon bone, and likely passed down from the Valyrian era. He was quite interested in these things and said with satisfaction, "I appreciate your sincerity. I like these things and will accept them. I don't lack money, so you can take the gold back! Since it's a misunderstanding, Boake, you notify the soldiers to withdraw! As for you, Hattams, I have a business deal for you..."
The following conversation was very harmonious. Liu Yuan purchased more than eight hundred strong slaves in Tyros, along with a large amount of supplies. He also bought most of the city's livestock, mainly horses and mules for pulling carts, as well as many domestic animals and poultry for meat.
Liu Yuan's team stayed in Tyros for another five days, beginning to reorganize the entire army. He adopted a brigade-battalion level organization that he was familiar with, with eight hundred soldiers forming a battalion. He formed the 'Swift Cavalry Battalion' with more than nine hundred chariot soldiers and riders. The remaining Unsullied and guards, totaling four thousand, were formed into five combat battalions. Gladiators with outstanding individual combat abilities were directly formed into a guard battalion with some guards. In addition, there were artisan, logistics, and servant battalions. The army used the sun and moon as its banner, and publicly declared itself a mercenary group. Since the 'Ming' character didn't exist in this world, Liu Yuan simply named it the 'Sun Moon Warband'.
The reorganization process went very smoothly. Whether it was the soldiers or the laborers, they all obeyed the arrangements. Liu Yuan knew it was because his regained 'Leadership' attribute had taken effect. Once they accepted his command, they could ignore the unit's organization and force integration, while maintaining a high level of morale.
That day, Bandier led more than twenty ships, carrying the last batch of personnel and supplies. After the handover, the hired ships were paid, and the merchants left with gratitude, expressing their hope to serve the lord in the future. Bandier was also stunned by Liu Yuan's new look. As an old-timer in Qarth, he naturally knew that Liu Yuan was born a 'dragon'.
Liu Yuan instructed him, "Sir Bandier, you take those production-type artisans back first. Have Becotte arrange for them to go to Thorns. Also, tell the steward Roddy to temporarily act as the city lord. Don't rush the construction of Thorns, and be sure to follow my plan. Also, once the factories are built, start production as soon as possible, but ensure quality. ..."
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Watching the departing Morning Star, Liu Yuan turned around and ordered the team to set off. Under the flattering gaze of the Tyroshi people, the entire legion of more than 6,000 people marched out in different formations, stretching for two leagues (about six kilometers).
The legion's march was very smooth. In addition to the Unsullied's strict discipline, the large number of baggage wagons reduced the burden on the soldiers. What really slowed down the speed was the large number of livestock such as cattle, sheep, and pigs. There were many Lhazareen shepherd slaves in the team, who were good at grazing.
In addition, there were a large number of management slaves, who played an important role in managing logistics in an organized manner, without Liu Yuan having to worry too much. The obedience of these slaves played a significant role, so Liu Yuan didn't plan to change the status quo for the time being. He needed to continuously integrate them during this long march, slowly changing their thinking.
Perhaps the physical fitness of the people in this world was stronger. After the first day of marching, they had traveled 12 leagues (more than 70 li). When camping at night, the junior officers would tell the newly joined slaves about their experiences. People would yearn for a better life, and these people were living examples. Then the scribes and clerks had another job, helping the Unsullied and slaves choose a nice name. Many of them had been slaves since childhood and didn't have proper names. The new name also represented a new life.
When they set off the next day, the soldiers' mental state visibly changed, no longer cold and numb. From here, they had turned onto the main road of the Valyrian road. This section of the road from Meereen to Volantis was called the Demon Road. Mainly due to the impact of the great disaster, it was almost barren, and several former city-states along the way were also abandoned.
But this was still a prosperous trade route, and there was a constant stream of merchants from various city-states. The sudden appearance of the legion really scared these merchants. Later, they discovered that these people were not hostile, and they dared to come forward to contact them, offering some wealth as a toll.
Liu Yuan didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He was just passing by and not robbing or collecting protection fees. He ordered that no wealth should be collected, and as long as the other party didn't block the road, they should be ignored.
This kind of thing wouldn't bother Liu Yuan, and naturally his subordinates would handle it. Many officers were annoyed by the merchants who came to curry favor, so they simply put up wooden signs stating the rules of the Sun Moon Warband. Those who came out to trade naturally had the ability to judge the situation, and of course no one who wasn't afraid of death dared to block the army's path. Two days later, the warband arrived at Mantarys.
This is the northernmost end of the Sea of Sighs. Mantarys is also a Valyrian colony. During the peak of Valyrian power, Mantarys was a wealthy and glorious city, directly managed by people sent by Valyria.
After the Doom of Valyria, Mantarys gained independent status. Although it is relatively close to the center of the Freehold, it was not damaged by the great disaster, and the city has always been inhabited. However, the people here are said to be born deformed monsters, so people regard Mantarys as an evil and ominous place, calling it the 'City of Monsters'.
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