Chapter Nine, a few words carry great weight.

Yao Yun's words stunned everyone. Surprisingly, Prince Xixi did not hold the other party accountable for their rudeness. Even though others were disrespecting him, he still showed consideration for them and spoke up. This is just too confusing.

The upright and resolute soldiers, who held their heads high and chests out, have all lost their composure. Now, how could they not know that the claims of food and salt shortages were nothing but fabrications from King Xi? Everything was merely a punishment for their disrespect towards King Xi.

These people are still prominent figures in their respective tribes, which indicates the living standards of other members in the tribe.

The bald-headed dragon's nose was even crooked with anger. They had never experienced such humiliation and anger in the capital, let alone from a dog they had raised in the past. It was simply suffocating and causing internal injuries.

Now, those tribal envoys who were originally fighting for "freedom" were suddenly panicked. Everyone no longer cared about freedom. If they couldn't eat enough, freedom was useless.

The former King Xi was extremely powerful. They had no choice but to submit to the feet of the strong, enduring the indulgence and tyranny of the capital city Xi.

Someone actually threatened King Xi in reverse!

Xidu has a population of over ten thousand, which can be said to surpass any tribe in all aspects. However, if all the tribes unite, Xidu, without powerful Qi refining cultivators, will also find it difficult to withstand.

O king, you cannot do this.

There's no need for excessive courtesy. I welcome the arrival of all envoys here. I've heard that the leaders of various tribes are unable to come due to their own affairs. I understand this very well. After all, it's autumn now and we need to prepare for winter.

Around Xidu, there are nearly a hundred tribes of various sizes, ranging from a few hundred to over a thousand people. Some of these tribes are very powerful, with more than one Qi Refiner. The ordinary soldiers of each tribe have also been honed in harsh environments for a long time, and each of them is very brave and skilled in battle, fearless and formidable. Their strength is quite impressive.

After they go back, they will become heroic figures in various tribes!

However, the next moment, not only the high-level officials of Xidu, but also the people of Xidu were all in an uproar!

Ten people in total, most of them wearing linen clothes inside and animal fur armor outside, without any crowns or hats on their heads, with disheveled hair like bird nests, wearing straw shoes on their feet, and a few wearing leather boots produced in Xidu, overall looking rather shabby.

In the blink of an eye, the previously arrogant and unruly barbarians showed fear and regret on their faces. While desperately trying to justify themselves, they became increasingly respectful and devout, bending their waists and kneeling down. This dramatic scene left the people of Xidu speechless.

As the saying goes, it is easy to go from simplicity to luxury, but difficult to go from luxury to frugality. Before the establishment of Xiguo, these tribes multiplied and survived on this land, living in extremely difficult conditions. The arrival of Xiguo brought about tremendous changes, and unconsciously they have become accustomed to the changes in their lives, as if everything is taken for granted.

Greetings, Your Majesty!

What does it mean to tell lies with one's eyes open? Yao Yun is doing just that now.

The translation is: "Furious and raging, his face flushed and his neck thick with anger, if it weren't for this solemn occasion, and if the king and the great shaman hadn't spoken, he would have already chopped down the barbarians in front of him with an axe!"

However, it is precisely by telling lies with their eyes wide open that everyone truly experiences the chilling cold of winter, and only then do they realize the true intentions of King Xi.

However, at this moment, a person walked out from the "tribal alliance". He was the only one who was not flustered. He stood up and pretended to be respectful, saying:

King Xi only spoke a few gentle words, but it carried the weight of a thousand pounds. It's truly amazing.

I understand the chieftains of the major tribes very well, and at the same time, I am very worried about the subjects living in the mountains and forests. Today, Xidu has encountered many problems. Compared with previous years, the supplies may be much scarcer. Food, salt, and other items are relatively scarce. I wanted to take this opportunity to discuss with the chieftains of various tribes, but unfortunately...

The entire country is paying attention to how their king should punish the other party, while the ten tribal alliance representatives who have completed the ceremony are emboldened, standing tall and looking arrogant as if they have achieved their goals.

In addition, there are numerous scattered settlements nestled among the mountains and wilderness, too many to enumerate.

When King Xinxī summoned the representatives of the people of Xīdū to pay their respects, all the tribal envoys present let out a deep sigh.

"To say that something is lacking when it is lacking, do you have a problem?"

The sycophantic Cangman is somewhat puzzled by the actions of his own king, while the bald-headed Long, who is secretly observing, snorts and turns his head away, muttering "It's useless to prop up a wall with rotten mud, it's simply pathetic!"

However, at this moment, a casual remark from King Xinxi dealt a heavy blow to all the tribal envoys. They were no longer the carefree children of the jungle they used to be. They now had hopeful aspirations, attachments, and a beautiful life they were unwilling to give up.

Xidu has indeed suffered heavy losses, and is unable to control them. The freedom they have longed for is about to come.

After a brief commotion, the vast venue fell into silence, and everyone's gaze converged on Xigu, the new sovereign.

As for salt, that is even more absurd. Xidu produces salt, and the salt wells were discovered in the past two years. It is impossible for a shortage of salt to occur. This point is clear to everyone!

What the people can see in front of them, the expressions on the faces of the high-ranking officials in Xidu are naturally even more unpleasant.

These barbarians are so bold, they are actually so rude. Today's audience is not an ordinary reception, yet they did not prostrate themselves in worship. This is a provocation to our Xidu!

The representatives of "tribal alliance" looked even more confident.

However, Yao Yun followed up with another sentence that quickly changed the expression of the "tribal alliance".

The people were shocked and extremely angry for no apparent reason.

The envoy bowed in respect, appearing very reverent on the surface.

Now the opportunity has come, and they are unwilling to accept the rule of others anymore.

With the great mission, representatives of each tribe walked out from the crowd.

This year's grain harvest is very good, it is a bumper year. The granaries are filled with beans, millet, and grain. In addition, there is trade with the various Xia merchant caravans. There is no shortage of food for the winter. The people of Xidu know this, and the tribes are also well aware.

The barbarian tribe unexpectedly did not prostrate themselves in worship!

This is also one of the reasons why many barbarian tribes have joined forces to rebel.

O King, this year is a great harvest. How could there be a shortage of grain and salt?

Your Majesty, every year we purchase grain and salt from Xidu. How could there be any problem this year?

Today is the beginning of their regained freedom. They are not fighting alone; behind them stand all the tribes.

As soon as these words were spoken, the whole atmosphere changed.

They have lived on this land for generations, as children of the jungle and thorns, born free. Suddenly, a king appeared out of nowhere, who could control their destiny. No one wanted to accept it.

A face full of spring breeze, amiable and approachable.

Today, Yao Yun is dressed in a magnificent feudal lord's attire, sitting high on the tiger-skin throne. When all eyes are on him, he surprisingly shows no anger, not even a hint of displeasure on his face.

King Xi, you are putting everyone in a difficult position. I'm afraid all the tribal leaders will be unhappy. Please reconsider!

Always kind and gentle, Wu Tong's face turned pale at this moment, and he kept rubbing a staff in his hand, remaining silent.