Deposed Crown Prince: After three years of service on the frontier, the entire court knelt and begge

On the third day, they handed over the personnel and continued their journey.

When they arrived in the Turkic country, Gulimiza personally came to greet them.

He was previously in charge of promoting cooperation with Slavic countries, and now the Turkic countries, serving as a buffer zone between the two countries, have also established an economic zone here.

Both parties were doing business in the Turkic Kingdom, and according to Xiao Ce's instructions, neither party was required to pay taxes on their transactions there.

This is beneficial to the Slavic countries, the Northern Kingdom, and the Turkic countries.

Neither the Slavic Kingdom nor the Northern Kingdom needs to worry about taking advantage of each other.

As a transit country, the Turkic Khaganate's large population naturally boosted consumption.

Although there are no taxes, you still need money for food, drink, and basic necessities here.

The Turkic state not only linked two countries, but also connected three.

Today, Gulimiza is the head of this special economic zone.

After bowing to Xiao Ce, Gulimiza said to Da Lei, "Da Lei, congratulations... I heard that General Dan is already pregnant."

Da Lei bowed and expressed his gratitude: "Thank you, Miss Gulimiza."

Gulimiza then turned to Xiao Ce and said, "Your Highness, General Dan is pregnant, and you're still trying to separate them..."

Before Xiao Ce could speak, Da Lei quickly explained, "Miss Gulimiza, you've misunderstood the Prince... The Prince originally didn't want me to come along. It was Dan who insisted! She's not that delicate..."

"Moreover, Dan said that if the country is not stable, how can our small family be stable?"

Xiao Ce smiled and said to Gulimiza, "Gulimiza, see... this is her awareness!"

Gulimiza smiled playfully and then said, "Your Highness, your army will take a few more days to arrive. Why don't you come with me to see our special economic zone?"

Xiao Ce nodded. They were the vanguard, so they were moving at a faster pace.

They arrived at least two days early.

"Okay."

Gulimiza said that he had seen what this special economic zone was like when he was in the Western Regions.

He was very comfortable here.

Although it's tax-free, there's a transaction fee for every transaction here, and it doesn't seem like much.

But little by little, it adds up.

As Gulimiza spoke, her eyes were filled with excitement, and she kept talking non-stop.

The achievements of the special economic zones were all within Xiao Ce's expectations.

What are the opinions of Slavic people?

Gulimiza shook her head: "They are very supportive, after all, this special zone is beneficial to both the oligarchs and the country."

"We also need a lot of their Slavic products, and they need our market. After all, we're exchanging huge markets, especially with the Central Plains' gold industry joining in, it's a win-win situation..."

"They've all tasted the benefits. Just the trade conducted in our special economic zone alone—and I've estimated it—can increase their income by 30% in a year. For us, it's even more..."

Xiao Ce nodded: "Is the tunnel we requested still under construction?"

Gulimiza said with a smile, "Of course, Yunqing Urgen has always remembered your words. He said it, and you said it too. The skillful defender hides deep underground; the skillful attacker moves high in the heavens. Thus, they can protect themselves and achieve complete victory."

"Although we are on good terms with them now, who knows what will happen in the future? So they are all digging underground. However, they are covering it up with other projects."

Xiao Ce nodded: "That's right. Although the Slavic countries are currently on good terms with us, we never know when they might suddenly act up."

As they talked, they visited the special economic zone together. What they called a special economic zone was actually a huge market.

You can buy things from their country here.

They can also sign contracts.

Xiao Ce was quite satisfied.

I've been here for three days, and I've spent all three days with Gulimiza.

Before Xiao Ce left, Gulimiza's eyes were filled with deep love.

Xiao Ce really didn't want to leave.

However, news from the Slavic countries indicated that their people had already gathered at the port.

The navy and army together number 300,000.

Xiao Ce didn't dawdle and prepared to set off.

Halfway there, Yunqing Urgen met with Xiao Ce.

When Yun Qing Urgen came this time, he also brought a general with him, Wei Wuji, who had been promoted by Xiao Ce.

The two of them bowed to Xiao Ce.

Yunqing.Urgen then asked Xiao Ce if they had visited their underground palace.

Xiao Ce waved his hand: "I didn't go. I know you haven't given up on this project, as long as it's still going on, that's fine."

Yun Qing. Urgen smiled and said to Xiao Ce, "Of course I won't give up... Your Highness, I haven't forgotten a single word you said. I'm not only building along the border with the Slavic countries, I'm also building along the border with India..."

Xiao Ce listened with satisfaction and said, "You've never disappointed me with anything you've done!"

As Xiao Ce spoke, he noticed that Wei Wuji, who was standing next to Yun Qing Urgen, looked somewhat anxious.

Although he was very restrained.

However, Xiao Ce could tell at a glance that Wei Wuji was in a great hurry...

Xiao Ce said to Wei Wuji, "Wei Wuji, just say what's on your mind. We're not strangers, are we?"

Wei Wuji glanced at Yun Qing Urgen subconsciously.

Yun Qing.Urgen gave a wry smile: "General Wei, don't look at me like that. The Prince has already spoken, so just say it..."

Xiao Ce said, "Yes, what are you trying to say? Do you want to come with me?"

When Wei Wuji saw that Xiao Ce had guessed what he was thinking, he nodded repeatedly.

“Indeed, Your Highness. Given the current situation in the Turkic Kingdom, it is unlikely that either our neighboring countries, India or the Slavic Kingdom, will wage war against us.”

"Therefore, I also want to take this opportunity to learn... If I could lead some generals, that would be even better."

Xiao Ce said to Wei Wuji, "Do you know where I'm going to attack?"

Wei Wuji shook his head: "I'm not entirely sure, but I've heard rumors that it's going to be a naval battle, which is something I've never heard of before..."

"Your Highness, your aerial combat demonstration was very beneficial to me and gave me a lot of inspiration. So, I wonder if there's any chance... I could just be an ordinary soldier..."

Looking at Wei Wuji's expectant eyes, Xiao Ce knew that Wei Wuji and Xiao Zhan were actually the same kind of people in some ways.

Wei Wuji was even more pure than Xiao Zhan.

Xiao Ce naturally had no problem with it, and then looked at Yun Qing. Urgen said, "Yun Qing, I have no problem with it. But are you willing to release the people? Although I have made full preparations for this war, it is something that none of us have ever experienced before... There are definitely risks involved."

Yun Qing.Urgen chuckled and said, "No problem at all, I'm definitely fine with it. I also support it, I just haven't had the chance. Otherwise, being by His Highness the King of the Northern Desert's side would be a real learning experience..."

Xiao Ce nodded: "You're all set, and so am I. I'll introduce you to Xiao Zhan later. He's the overall commander of this battle, so you can be part of his think tank."

After hearing this, Wei Wuji immediately knelt down and kowtowed to Xiao Ce...

Xiao Ce waved his hand, then said to Yun Qing Urgen, "After Wei Wuji left, did you have anyone to fill the vacancy in your army?"

"Never let your guard down! Be prepared for danger even in times of peace."

Yun Qing.Urgen nodded: "Your Highness, rest assured. I've suffered at their hands before, and I remember it all..."

Xiao Ce smiled and said, "Of course, given the current situation, the possibility of them launching an attack is still very small."

Yunqing Urgen nodded and said to Xiao Ce, "Your Highness, are you going in person this time as well?"

Xiao Ce nodded: "Of course! Is there a problem?"

Yun Qing Urgen said to Xiao Ce, "I've heard that the Slavic Tsar isn't going... so my suggestion is that Your Highness, you shouldn't go either..."

Xiao Ce smiled upon hearing Yun Qing Urgen's words: "Whether he goes or not is none of my business... I'm going this time!"

Yunqing Urgen gave an awkward smile and nodded, "Alright then. Since Your Highness has made up your mind, I won't say anything more! I can only wish you a successful start!"

Xiao Ce looked at Yun Qing.Urgen, who seemed to want to say something but hesitated.

"Is there anything else you want to say?"

Yun Qing.Urgen waved his hand awkwardly and said, "No...nothing else to say...it's just that, Your Highness, you are extremely important to the Turkic Kingdom, the Northern Desert Royal Palace, the entire Xiao Kingdom, and even the Western Regions adjacent to Xiao Kingdom!"

"What I want to say is that you are extremely important... This naval battle, as you said, has too many uncontrollable factors. Prince Xiao Zhan is incredibly brave and will surely be invincible..."

Xiao Ce noticed the veiled meaning in Yun Qing and Urgen's words: "What's wrong? Did you receive some news? I feel like there's something hidden in your words."

Yun Qing.Urgen quickly waved his hand: "No...no, I just think you are very important. Didn't you say before that a wise man doesn't stand under a crumbling wall?"

Xiao Ce nodded: "That's right! I won't hide it from you anymore, this time we're going to attack Fusang! I have a blood feud with this country, it's a fight to the death. I have to go this time! I want to see this country destroyed with my own eyes!"

Seeing Xiao Ce's unwavering resolve, Yun Qing Urgen nodded and said, "Your Highness, you are certainly blessed with good fortune and there will be no problem!"

Even as he said this, Xiao Ce still felt that Yun Qing Urgen was strange.

However, he wasn't really interested in that.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Yunqing Urgen left.

When Wei Wuji arrived, he brought some of his trusted confidants with him.

After Yunqing Urgen boarded the carriage, before it started moving, he glanced at Xiao Ce's military camp with a complicated expression.

A palace attendant beside Yunqing Urgen asked in a low voice, "Khan, did you tell His Highness the King of the Northern Desert?"

Yun Qing.Urgen shook his head, his expression grim: "Judging from the King of the Northern Desert's demeanor, he's determined to go. No one can change his mind. I don't know what to say, and I dare not say anything..."