Chapter 996

Among the three great powers, Fang Xuanling had almost never heard of Byzantium.

But he had heard of Kievan Rus and the Arabian Empire.

The Arabian Empire had previously conquered the Persian Empire and Tokharistan, and was incredibly powerful!

But under the attacks of Great Qin's Su Dingfang, it spat out all the lands of Tokharistan and the Persian Empire.

If it weren't for Su Dingfang being busy reorganizing the Persians, he would have already killed his way into the Arabian Empire's territory.

Facing the immense pressure given by Great Qin, the Arabian Empire must be having a very hard time.

And there is Kievan Rus, which ran east to enclose land, occupying almost the entire Luo Wilderness.

But now, it is stationing troops at the northern border of Dingling, not daring to move south.

This is also because it fears Great Qin's military power and is afraid of overly provoking Great Qin.

Both these countries have now sent envoys to Chang'an to celebrate the full month of Great Qin's eldest princess.

In fact, the underlying purpose is also to take the opportunity to see the style of Great Qin.

And what kind of attitude Great Qin's Emperor has toward them?

Both these countries have conflicts of interest with Great Qin.

This is Great Tang's opportunity.

Fang Xuanling wants to seize this opportunity to first form an alliance with these two great powers.

As for Byzantium, their purpose is not yet clear, so he can only make contact first to see.

Fang Xuanling prepared gifts and visited the Arabian Empire envoy first.

"Your country's national strength is no weaker than Great Qin's, and moreover, you are currently at war with Great Qin.

Coming all the way to Chang'an this time to congratulate the Great Qin Princess on her full month, are you wanting to cede territory to Great Qin to seek peace?"

Fang Xuanling used a provocation tactic right from the start.

For barbarians, provocation tactics are always effective.

Barbarians are mostly impulsive; with a little provocation, they can be led by the nose.

However, this Arabian special envoy was a bit different and did not show anger as Fang Xuanling had imagined.

Instead, he smiled slightly, stroked his chest with one hand, and bowed slightly to Fang Xuanling.

"How strong Great Qin is, I believe Great Tang knows better than I do.

How much pressure my Arabian Empire has shared for Great Tang in the west, I presume Great Tang also knows.

So, is Great Tang hoping that we will make peace with Great Qin?"

This counter-question hit Great Tang's sore spot directly.

It made Fang Xuanling pause for a moment.

This Arabian special envoy is not simple; he actually has some brains.

"I am Great Tang's Prime Minister, Fang Xuanling; may I ask the special envoy's name?"

"So it is Prime Minister Fang; I am the Prophet Muhammad!"

Fang Xuanling was taken aback.

This person was actually the Prophet of the Arabian Empire, and his status was about the same as the Great Tang Emperor.

He actually dared to come to Great Qin?

Just from two sentences of meeting, Fang Xuanling looked at this Prophet of the Arabian Empire with new eyes. "Meeting in Chang'an today is also our fate.

In the future, our two countries should also interact more, do business, and prosper together."

Fang Xuanling did not rush to bring up the matter of forming an alliance.

He was not yet clear about Muhammad's attitude and intended to throw out bait first to talk about business.

Muhammad was very direct.

The Arabians do not like beating around the bush.

"Great Qin is too aggressive; I hope we can huddle together for warmth.

We Arabians have already conquered the African continent and are the kings of this world; we will never bow to Great Qin!" Heh, this Muhammad is really quite arrogant.

Fang Xuanling certainly wouldn't care about what he said about being the king of the world.

That is because he had never set foot in the Central Plains before and was short-sighted.

But Fang Xuanling liked this person's tough personality very much.

It could be seen that this person was very smart and not one of those brainless barbarians.

If it weren't for such a tough personality, it would really be a bit difficult to deal with.

Since he is very unconvinced by Great Qin, he can become a good ally for Great Tang to charge into battle.

"Indeed, Great Qin is too aggressive; Great Tang shares the river with it and is under immense pressure.

We also hope to form an alliance with some countries that are also oppressed by Great Qin, to advance and retreat together.

The Arabian Empire is so prosperous, how about you become the leader of this alliance?"

This suggestion from Fang Xuanling hit the nail on the head for Muhammad.

Alliance leader.

This position is a hot potato for Great Tang.

Once Great Qin finds out, it will surely bring another wave of devastating destruction.

If someone wants to do it, Great Tang is more than happy to give its full support.

But for Muhammad, this is an opportunity to establish the prestige of their Arabian Empire.

He wants to take this opportunity to expand the influence of the Arabian Empire and strive to shock the world in one fell swoop!

Muhammad was very proud to receive Fang Xuanling's recommendation.

"Since Great Tang is willing to recommend my Arabian Empire to be the alliance leader, I naturally accept this favor from Great Tang.

Later, business and such can all be discussed."