After Marrying a Vegetative Princess, I Went Crazy With Joy!-Chapter 266:

Chapter 266

As Li Xueyan approached to find Changle inside the Tibetan King's court, Su Li, on the opposite side, also recognized that the leaders of different barbarian tribes had all assembled in the designated palace. He dispensed with small talk, knowing that since everyone was already present, it was time to set his true plan in motion. He was well aware that the surrender was merely a stalling tactic by the remnants of those foreign nations. After all, he had previously defeated the vast army of the Northwestern Barbarian tribes, resulting in over a million casualties. Did they sincerely expect them to surrender in earnest? It was a futile hope, but Su Li wasn't concerned because his primary objective was different – ​​he aimed to reform customs and traditions, which was a comprehensive project.

The leaders of the various barbarian tribes gathered, encircled by Han guards responsible for their protection, which made them somewhat uneasy. The sound of heavy footsteps announced Su Li's arrival in regal attire, befitting a king, exuding an astonishing aura that left the others present in awe. Even those who hadn't personally witnessed Su Li might understand that this Changle King, the renowned God of War who had vanquished enemy forces in the past, was no ordinary individual. He truly lived up to his reputation.

This heightened their unease, and the entire palace fell silent. Su Li sat silently and surveyed the barbarian leaders before him. Leaders like those from Kunlun and the Turks avoided direct eye contact, unwilling to provoke the displeasure of this formidable figure that could lead to dire consequences. Su Li nodded subtly in response to their behavior, recognizing they were not as naive as the previous barbarians who inhabited the northwest.

By “those barbarians from before,” he referred to the million-strong army of tribes he had personally defeated, a deep-rooted enmity he mentioned casually. The mention of this blood feud unsettled the barbarian leaders. Su Li had just arrived, and he was already asserting his dominance.

With beads of sweat forming on his forehead, the leader of the Turks swallowed nervously and spoke with forced composure, “We pay our respects to King Yongle! King Yongle is truly formidable, and we only wish to submit. These treasures are our offerings to demonstrate our sincerity. We hope King Yongle will accept them.” As he spoke, the barbarian leaders stepped aside, presenting several boxes filled with valuable items emitting a radiant glow. They maintained a respectful demeanor, refraining from making any careless moves. In the presence of this formidable God of War, the thought of resistance was inconceivable. Their only aspiration was to secure a slim chance of survival.

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Su Li paused momentarily and smiled, saying, “I am quite content.” The Tibetan leaders visibly relaxed, but in the next breath, King Yongle shifted the tone of his speech. “However, the reason for summoning the various barbarian tribes to gather in Tibet this time pertains to another crucial matter.”

An old barbarian quivered and spoke in a subdued tone, “May I inquire, King Yongle, about the topic you wish to discuss?” They hoped that as long as Su Li, the God of War, didn't enslave them all, there might be room for negotiation, which was far preferable to facing the destruction of their tribes.

Su Li lightly tapped his fingers on the chair, suddenly causing the barbarian leaders' pupils to contract in fear. What did he mean? Were they to be massacred, leaving only a few hundred thousand survivors in the vast northwest? What possible benefit could that bring him? Anxiety gripped the barbarian leaders, worried that the Han guards beside them would slaughter them on the spot.

Seeing the panicked expressions of the Han leaders, Su Li smiled. “There's no need to be so nervous. My intention is for you to settle within Tibet. I have no appetite for unnecessary bloodshed or cruelty.”

These words caused the barbarian leaders to react with disbelief. Not fond of bloodshed? It seemed like a mockery! The fact that there were only a few million people left in the entire northwest was closely tied to this God of War! However, hearing that Su Li had no intention of harming them brought a collective sigh of relief. Yet, when they settled in Tibet, hesitation filled their minds.

Settling in Tibet was a daunting prospect. While it was relatively fertile, feeding over two million people would be challenging. What exactly did King Change have in mind?

Su Li, however, paid no heed to their expressions. He presented a map outlining the designated settlement areas near the Tibetan King's Court. He explained that these areas were selected for the convenience of implementing his reforms. He emphasized that centralized control was vital for his ambitious reforms to succeed.

With a touch of bitterness, the old barbarian leader remarked, “King Yongle, you may not be aware, but despite Tibet's wealth in resources, the combined population of the barbarian tribes numbers in the millions. There's a risk of famine if we all settle here.”

Su Li remained composed in response to these concerns and simply smiled at the old leader. "This isn't a negotiation. It's an order. The entire northwest is under my jurisdiction. As the saying goes, 'The ruler wants the subject dead. The subject has no choice but to die.' Do you not understand?”

“While I generally show leniency,” Su Li continued his expression hardening, “this matter is an announcement. If anyone disagrees, you are free to leave Tibet now.” He emphasized that doing so would be seen as defiance, and he would personally eliminate any traitors or rebels.

The old barbarian leader wore a bitter expression, and the others were too fearful to object. Leaving Tibet would be suicide. Su Li's military prowess was unmatched. Now, these remnants had no choice but to comply.

Su Li's eyes flickered with satisfaction. It was proceeding even more smoothly than expected. Now that this crucial step of his plan had been taken, it was time to offer some rewards. He knew that sustaining nearly two million people from various barbarian tribes in Tibet was a daunting task, and he had plans ready to implement.