Chapter 727 The Second Kingdom Exploration, Discussion on Kingdom Power and Identity in Cuba

"No my way"

Hearing Priest Tomat's solemn inquiry, the old militiaman Chihuaco thought without saying a word. He knew that whether he could truly convince everyone and initiate peaceful exchanges between the kingdom and the Taíno tribes would depend on his next suggestion.

The old militiaman scratched his head in distress and lost another bunch of hair. He looked at a nearby palm tree, where brightly colored Cuban snails were plastered on them. Under the trees, there were a large group of ants crawling around. The old militiaman suddenly felt something in his heart, and he spoke in a deep voice.

"Witness the Lord God! When I was in my hometown in the lake, I once saw ants and aphids living together!"

"Huh? Ants and aphids live together?"

Hearing this, Priest Thomas was startled. He was thoughtful and patiently listened to the old militiaman's story.

"Among the small animals on the ground, ants are actually very strong. They are organized, armed, and as fierce as warriors. Many big bugs are no match for them. Aphids, on the other hand, are very weak and docile. But they can suck the sap of plants and produce very sweet honeydew."

". Fighting ants will protect docile aphids, and even raise a group of aphids in captivity to obtain a steady stream of honeydew. If other big bugs come to hunt aphids, they will be killed by the ants. And if a tree cannot suck out honeydew, How much honey is there, or if there are too many parasitic aphids on one tree, they will move the aphids away and put them on another tree!"

As he talked, the old militiaman Chihuaco's thoughts became clear. He blinked, a gentle smile on his old face.

"So, the attitude of ants towards aphids is, on the one hand, to protect the aphids from harm. On the other hand, it is to seek and obtain the food produced by the aphids. In addition, they are also responsible for transporting and finding ways to make the aphids more Good yield of honeydew!”

Hearing this, Priest Tomat touched his chin and asked thoughtfully.

"Well Captain Chihuaco, so what you're saying is that the relationship between the kingdom's warriors and the Taino villagers should be like that between ants and aphids?"

"Exactly! Witnessed by the Lord God! In my opinion, the Kingdom's existence on Snake Island in Cuba should have four identities!"

"Four identities?"

"Yes, the first one is to protect aphids, which are the protectors of the Taino people. The Taino tribes have weak folk customs, and in this area, they are facing intrusion from the Siguayu people. We can ask the surrounding Taino tribes Declare to become their protectors, and in exchange for accepting the protection, they need to provide enough food to the kingdom's people and provide part of the labor during the slack time."

At this moment, Chihuaco's eyes were bright and his thinking was clearer than ever. During this journey of thousands of miles, he has seen so many scenery and experienced so many people. His wisdom is also increasing day by day, becoming as deep as a turtle.

"The food of the Taino people is plentiful, and the cassava planting area can easily be expanded. During the off-farm period, their wealthy laborers have nothing to do, so they might as well come and help the kingdom mine. Of course, we can provide some trading gems or cloth , increasing their enthusiasm for labor. Similarly, by attacking the Siguayu people or other predators, the kingdom's force can be demonstrated in the form of protection! And if the leader of the Taino village witnessed it with his own eyes, he would know the strength of the kingdom's warriors! Being fierce will naturally lead to awe and obedience!”

“Protector of the Taino people, who used force in the form of protection to obtain food and labor.”

Hearing this, Priest Thomas nodded. This piece of advice coincided with him.

"Very well! Captain Chihuaco, please continue!"

"Well, the second identity of the kingdom is to transport aphids. Well, in other words, it is to serve as an organizer of trade between various ministries, establishing trading bazaars, providing trade goods, providing unique kingdom products, and carrying out trade between distant tribes. trading!"

"Along this journey, the kingdom's gem trade has been very profitable, as has the trade in cloth, copperware, and other goods. The production of various tribes in Cuba is inherently different. For example, the Salt Coast tribe produces salt. The Lake Bird Department is rich in feathers, the Brown Bay Department produces wooden utensils, and the Golden Lake Department is located next to the large copper mine. The tobacco produced in all parts of Cuba is a currency purchased in large quantities by Mayan merchants!"

"The various ministries in Cuba are far apart, so trading by canoe is not easy. Mayan merchants come proactively and often drive down the price of tobacco very low."

Speaking of this, the old militiaman Chihuaco gave the Mayan businessman Tikalo a hard look. Tikalo touched his divine head and smiled awkwardly.

"If the kingdom's longships can control the trade between various tribes in Cuba, between Cuba and the Maya, or even between Cuba and Haiti, the benefits we can gain from even just a part of the trade will be far more than enslaving several Taino tribes! What's more, when the large iron ore and copper mine in the eastern part of Snakehead are mined and smelted by the kingdom, we will continuously produce expensive goods and continue to receive benefits from all the coastal tribes!"

"Huh? The organizer of maritime trade, trading with various ministries and gaining benefits?!"

Hearing this, Priest Tomat's face showed surprise for the first time. He didn't expect Chihuaco to think of this. There is no doubt that if trade among various ministries can be promoted, the kingdom will occupy an absolutely dominant position and obtain nutrients for development from the "aphids" of various ministries.

Even just a boatload of gems is enough to make dozens of times profit. The alliance's tobacco trade is also more than ten times more profitable. However, these maritime trades were not developed at this time. The only trade that exists is still in the hands of a few coastal Mayan clan states. If you want to completely seize it, you will definitely have to use force.

"Good! Excellent! Dear Captain Chihuaco, do you have any other suggestions?"

"Well, the third identity."

Chihuaco gritted his teeth and pulled some hair off his head. Then, he organized his thoughts and spoke again.

"We can mediate the relationship between 'aphids' and become the arbiters of the Taíno tribes! When we establish prestige through displays of force, we can proactively accept complaints from various tribes and mediate disputes between tribes and even within tribes. Even the simple Taíno people still have disputes within and outside the tribe, such as food distribution, land use, and property transactions."

"Especially the property transaction! When maritime trade expands, related disputes will definitely arise. Once the kingdom has the power of arbitration, it will actually sit on the head of each ministry. Well, in the past Tara In the Kingdom of Sco, only the nobles in the city can decide whether salt can be purchased in the villages outside the city. Similarly, only the nobles can decide whether the water of a river should be allocated to the upstream or downstream. Which village should be irrigated?”

"Become the arbiter, the de facto ruler, of the Taino tribes."

Upon hearing this, Priest Tomat's eyes flashed and he made a quick decision. In his opinion, the highest arbiter among the various ministries must naturally be the chief priest of the kingdom! The teachings of the Kingdom will bind all ministries without discrimination and spread the majesty and glory of the Lord God!

"Well, as for the last one, as an ant grazing aphids."

Chihuaco paused, looked deeply at Priest Tomat, and then said with a smile.

"The faith of the main god must be spread in Cuba! The priests of the kingdom are naturally the spreaders of the main god's light. The priests of the kingdom have mastered the technology and divine power of planting, can make food abundant, are proficient in medical treatment and herbal medicine, and can If the priests who treat patients can bring tangible benefits to the local tribe, it may be easier to spread the faith than using random force to kill people! "

"Haha! The protector of the Taino people, the organizer of maritime trade, the arbiter of the Taino tribes, and the spreader of the light of the Lord God!"

After listening to Chihuaco's story, Priest Tomat laughed loudly and was very happy. At this point, he already has a complete plan in his mind, which will surely allow the light of the Lord God to shine on the ignorant tribes on the sea! He stood up, grabbed the arm of the old militiaman Chihuaco, and praised him sincerely.

"That's right! Captain Chihuaco, what you said is so good! With your abilities, you are enough to govern the kingdom on Snake Island in Cuba! It's a pity that you can't stay here."

"Ah! Ah this."

When he heard that he was staying in Cuba, the old militiaman Chihuaco's face twitched, and his straight waist suddenly bent half. Given his age and body, if he stayed in Cuba for a few years, he might be buried here. He hesitated and forced a smile.

"Wherever. Wherever this is, it is the blessing of the Lord God. I can only express some ordinary thoughts through my mouth. If you really want to do it, you still have to look at the respected priests. Praise the Lord God! God bless the kingdom!"

"Praise the Lord God! God bless the kingdom!"

Priest Thomas nodded, prayed devoutly for a while, and made a decision in his heart. After a moment, he blinked, approached Chihuaco, the old militiaman, and laughed softly.

"Captain Chihuaco, your suggestion inspired me a lot! For your sake, in the letter to His Highness, I will. As for your previous proposal, give him a chance. I will also"

The two lowered their voices and whispered a few words. Chihuaco turned his head, looked at Puap who was confused and curious, and sighed secretly.

"Okay! Thank you then! In fact, since arriving in Cuba, he has performed quite well."

"Captain Chihuaco, I do this for your sake."

Priest Thomas smiled and repeated it again. Then, he looked at Ti Carlo lightly and said in a deep voice.

"As for the other one, I'll leave it to you! Please be sure to bring the Cocom family's nautical charts, shipwrights, bee slaves, and hostages back to the kingdom and hand them over to His Highness God Qi!"

"Okay! I will try my best!"

Chihuaco nodded solemnly. The two looked at each other and laughed, then closed their eyes together, prayed devoutly, and made a wish on the coast of Cuba and in front of the iron mines of Mayari.

"Praise the Lord God! May He protect us! May the voyage be smooth, and may everyone live a long life! And the glory of the Lord God!"

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