Game of Thrones: The Red Dragon Lord - Chapter 183

c183 Tyrion’s plan

As Kairos left the hall, Gavin withdrew his gaze and asked about Reese’s situation.

Under the narration of Tyrion and Jorah, he had a general understanding of the current situation in Lys City.

The current city of Lis is generally relatively stable. Those dissatisfied were mainly middle-class merchants and slave owners who once had the right to own slaves in Lys. Affected by Gavin’s policy of gradually emancipating slaves, they all suffered losses after being deprived of their slaves.

Some people even spoke against Gavin in the pub, but under the high-pressure rule that lasted for several months, the opposition voices gradually disappeared, at least no one dared to speak openly.

Jorah had previously discovered that some slave owners often communicated in private and even had contact with Volantis. They were obviously unwilling to accept the current situation.

After a period of purges, and with the army stationed again, the city became relatively stable. On the contrary, the slave-owning forces outside the city often showed up, and even assassinated officials. Those people are hidden deeper and harder to find.

“Since Lord Hassan left with his fleet, the number of troops stationed in Reese has been somewhat insufficient. There are only three thousand troops in the army. Most of them are mercenaries and Reese defenders who surrendered before. It is difficult to be completely trusted, and it cannot completely radiate the people outside the city. Towns and villages,” Jorah explained to Gavin.

After hearing this, Gavin frowned slightly and tapped his fingers on the table involuntarily, making a rhythmic clicking sound.

Seeing this, Tyrion on the side intervened at the right time: “Your Majesty, since the problem arises from the abolition of slavery, then we can completely use slaves to deal with this dilemma.”

Gavin looked calm and said slowly: “Then tell me how to use slaves to solve this problem.”

Tyrion straightened his face and said solemnly: “Your Majesty, we can recruit strong slaves to form a city defense army to make up for the lack of military strength. The enemies Reese faces now are no longer well-equipped soldiers, but slaves from the countryside. Lords, those slave soldiers can bring down their estates with nothing but hatred and blood.”

Gavin shook his head slightly and said solemnly: “If I could, I would have done this long ago. Once the enslaved people get a knife, they will become extremely uncontrollable. Hatred will blind their eyes, and the weapon will Give them courage, and revenge will be the firewood that ignites their rebellion. They will cleanse all slave owners and merchants indiscriminately. What I want is a prosperous Reese, not a ruin that has experienced massacres.”

After hearing this, Tyrion nodded slightly and said: “The situation your Majesty is considering will indeed happen, so this plan must be balanced by a system.

Fortunately, you did not pardon all slaves, but merely enacted a policy of gradual removal from slavery.

The Governor’s Mansion can completely use this policy to restrain the slave army. Any slave who disobeys orders will lose the chance to regain his freedom. People who have gained hope are most afraid of losing hope, so they will definitely be able to restrain most slave soldiers.

At that time, slave soldiers were used to cleanse Reese several times, and the remaining slave owners could only rely on the Governor’s Palace to protect themselves.

Once there is a rift within them, it will be difficult to unite.

Even if individual slave owners are dissatisfied, they cannot shake your rule because they cannot form a force. ”

After hearing this, Gavin nodded lightly and said seriously to Tyrion: “Then try the method you said. Remember, what I want is prosperous Lys, and prosperity cannot be separated from those merchants and property-owning slave owners. . You must control the scale and there must be no large-scale riots.”

“Jorah, you must cooperate with Tyrion to restore Lys’ business as soon as possible.”

“I may not be able to reply to your messages in time in Essos. It won’t be long before Hassan will lead the fleet back to the Stepstone Islands. If there is any situation, please inform Hassan in time. He represents the Imperial Council.”

Tyrion and Jorah looked at each other and bowed respectfully to accept the order.

“As you command, Your Majesty.”

Early the next morning, the port was shrouded in a layer of mist as thin as cicada wings, making the whole scene look like an elegant and hazy ink painting.

The waves lap gently at the pier, making a soothing and rhythmic sound, like a peaceful movement played by nature.

On the distant sea level, the sun is rising slowly like a shy fireball. The golden light was like a gorgeous brocade, gradually spreading to the earth, dispersing the fog bit by bit.

As the sunlight spreads, the port gradually becomes clearer, and every outline becomes more distinct, as if waking up from a dream.

A huge merchant ship hoisted the flag of the Qarth Chamber of Commerce and was moored quietly in the port, the flag fluttering gently in the breeze.

The two ballistae at the bow of the ship stand majestically, like two silent warriors, always ready to declare inviolability to potential pirates.

The hull is huge and solid, and the wooden textures flash with the traces of time in the sun. The lines seem to be stories carved by the years, witnessing countless winds, rains and journeys.

Gavin boarded the merchant ship with fifty fully armed Blood Dragon Guards.

On the deck, Kairos, the mercenary captain and captain, was already waiting here.

He respectfully saluted Gavin and said hello: “Good day, Your Majesty, welcome to the Sunset Beauty.”

After hearing this, Gavin nodded slightly, but did not answer. There was a hint of majesty in his deep eyes, and he slowly swept over the merchant ship, carefully observing the situation.

Kaylos on the side immediately introduced the specific situation of the merchant ship: “Your Majesty, in addition to the thirty mercenaries under my command, there are also twenty-five sailors including the chef on board. Please rest assured that they do not know your identity. The golden dragon is properly hidden in the cabin. The only cargo on the surface is silk. Fresh water and other supplies are ready and can set sail at any time.”

“Then set sail. When someone comes next, call me sir.” Gavin said calmly. Although his voice was not loud, it carried an unquestionable power.

Kairos heard the words and said respectfully: “Yes, sir.” Gavin nodded, and then he turned and walked into the luxurious cabin prepared for him.

The cabin was like a small palace, luxurious and comfortable.

With a loud horn, the Sunset Beauty slowly set sail. The huge sails were filled with sea breeze, like a giant bird spreading its wings. The hull swayed slightly, gradually leaving the port and heading towards the vast sunset sea.

The waves hit the ship, creating white foam, which was like a jumping elf, shining brightly in the sun.

The merchant ship left a long ripple on the sea, and sailed firmly towards the Slave Bay.

Gavin lay on the comfortable bed, feeling the slightly shaking ship, and the rhythmic ups and downs gradually relaxed his body and mind.