king of ros

Chapter 111 Khan's Decision
Bulgar on the Volga River is also a prosperous city-state, and Bulgar is the most dazzling pearl among them.

Of course, Suvar, who is also very prosperous, has quite objections to this, and if it is mentioned in front of them, it may cause disputes, but in the eyes of outsiders, this is the most prosperous city on the Volga River.

The layout of Bulgar City is concentric circles, just like the round city of Baghdad, with the Khan’s fortress in the center, surrounded by tall oak walls, and tall towers in the corners of the wooden walls.

The fortress in the city is surrounded by two earthen walls. Nobles, wealthy merchants and other prominent citizens live in the center. Metal smelters, blacksmiths, jewelers and bone carvers live in separate communities. Outside the gates of the inner city is the foreign merchant residence area. .

The outer city is mainly inhabited by artisans, merchants, and ordinary citizens. To the west and north of the outer city are vast urban cemeteries, and between them are still wild suburbs.

There are various buildings standing here in Bulgarh. Residents' houses include wooden houses, brick houses and even earthen houses, which bring together multiple architectural styles.

The tall White Stone Mosque overlooks all of this, and the minaret is the highest point in the city, representing Allah's rule over the city.

The Religious Academy will always be the busiest place in the city. Scholars from all over the world listen to the teachings of religious teachers and practice writing and calligraphy. This is the most culturally rich place in Eastern Europe.

Many buildings in Bulgar City have styles from Baghdad and Khorasan. Belief in Allah allows the Bulgar country to absorb milk from southern civilizations to make itself stronger.

Even the Khan's palace is the same. The Baghdad-style pillars and engraved Arabic teachings of the Prophet always exude the breath of the south and the breath of civilization.

And inside the palace, the big shots in Bulgar are discussing a big event, which is about Kashin's silver mine.

Although it is cold in the north, everyone in the room is not wearing thick clothes, and there is no stove burning. This is because there is a heating system from Byzantine technology under the floor, which has been transformed by Bulgar craftsmen. Heating and heat penetration The floor brings warmth into the room.

Therefore, even if you wear single clothes, you still don’t feel the cold, and Bulgar’s civilization is also reflected in these details.

"Allah is supreme, we should take immediate action to snatch that mine. This is a silver mine. It must not be left in the hands of the Ross people. It is a reckless waste!"

The speaker is Akkad Mosk Dulu, the cousin of the current Bulgar Khan, but he is the same age as the Khan. He is dressed in gold and silver, and there are countless gold and silver ornaments hanging around him like this. The scene of secondary wealth is like a nouveau riche.

"Akkad, are you going to start a war? Don't forget that we rely on the Volga trade route to make money. If the Ross people get stuck on the upstream trade route, we will lose a lot."

Akkad’s words attracted a lot of opposition. Like Ross, the Bulgar’s dignitaries also relied on commerce to earn gold and silver. The Volga trade route was as important to them as their lifeblood.

"As long as the silver mine is snatched, the losses are just a drop in the bucket. I've seen the news from Ross. You don't know how big the silver mine is, do you? Don't want to take it into your hands?"

Akkad's words immediately convinced everyone that they already knew the richness of the silver mine, but their caution made them unwilling to act.

Because with the development of this silver mine, the Volga trade route will also be more prosperous at that time. Since you can make money lying down, why do you want to rob it?

But as Akkad said, if you can grab it, then the loss is indeed a drop in the bucket, but if you can't grab it, then...

"Khan, what do you think?"

Everyone turned their attention to the Khan sitting on the throne, Ashraf Baruch Dulu. The Khan was wearing a yellow robe, and his throne was engraved with a howling wolf.

This is the totem worship shared by the Turkic peoples. Even after believing in Allah, some things are still preserved, and the legalists still cannot shake the love of the Bulgar Khans.

"Let our envoy talk about the situation in Northeast Ross first."

Compared with Akkad's energy, Khan was obviously a little powerless, exhaustion was written on his face, and he was distracted during the 10-minute discussion before.

But although Khan was distracted, he still knew what was being discussed. He didn't comment, but called a messenger.

Aleph, who once visited Rostislav, came in. He first bowed to all the nobles present. His family was just a walled lord outside Bulgar, and he was just a small noble here.

At the khan's gesture, Aleph talked about everything he experienced in Northeast Ross, the discussion between Rostislav and him, how the prince rejected his proposal, and what he had collected about the Information about the princes and silver mines, and finally his bribes to the nobles of Ross.

When they heard Rostislav's illustrious military exploits, the Bulgar dignitaries present couldn't help being surprised. In their opinion, the Rurik boy who went to Northeast Ross to be a prince must be an exile from his family, but he turned out to be a brave man. warrior.

This has made many people worry. After all, Bulgar has lost more and won less against Rose for so many years. Many people still remember the big defeat 60 years ago.

But Akkad still didn't care about it.

"Isn't it just that the war is better? Don't forget how strong we are now. The Bulgar army is enough to crush him before his uncle can support him. Everyone, it is not 60 years ago. We will not repeat the mistakes of our ancestors. The failure of the ancestors will be washed with blood!"

Akkad's words moved the hearts of everyone present. The failure to face Ross 60 years ago was a thorn in everyone's heart. That failure led to the loss of a large amount of land in the West and was forced to bow to the Ross people.

They have been trying to get revenge for years, but all attempts have failed.

The dignitaries present became restless, they were already attracted by the prospect Akkad described, they could gain economic benefits and wash away the shame of their ancestors, so why not lose it?

And when the hall became more and more noisy, finally, Khan raised his arm, and everyone quieted down, waiting for Khan's order.

"That's it, get ready to fight, let's take that silver mine."

There was a little helplessness in Khan's words. The situation was such that he had to agree if he didn't agree. His cousin stirred up the atmosphere again, so he had no choice but to obey.

"Long live Khan!"

A jubilant voice sounded, and Akkad was naturally the center of the cheers. It was he who outlined a bright future for everyone, and he was the one who led them to that bright future.

The Khan on the throne was sighing, his cousin's son was the same age as him, and he had already become the leader of the crowd, but his own son was still so young, and his body was getting worse and worse. It's okay, but after all, he is 20 years older than him.

This future... is really worrying.

May Allah bless you.

In the end, Khan could only think so feebly.

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