Wild North America 1846

(Chapter 791 has been released, interested friends can check it out.)
Admiral Liu Zhongguo who attended the dinner was really on pins and needles after dealing with Governor Juninho and several heavyweight guests.

When he turned around again, he could no longer see His Majesty the Holy Ancestor and had quietly disappeared from the party.

General Liu Zhongguo searched carefully in an uncertain mood, and sure enough, there was no trace of him.

This……

Now he neither dares to speak out nor expose the secrets of the Holy Ancestor and the Supreme Emperor playing in the human world.He could only wait patiently for the dinner to end, and immediately send a secret message to the royal family and government of the Tang Dynasty after returning.

Half a month later
Kuwait City
Kuwait City, located at the northwest end of the Persian Gulf, is a special interest area of ​​the Tang Empire, and the other is the city of Sanaa along the Red Sea, which has the same status.

The Special Interest Zone does not belong to the territory of the Tang Empire, nor is it an overseas province. It is just an area of ​​special interest in the Tang Empire and receives the focus of the Imperial Colonial Department.

Militarily, a small number of troops are stationed, and combined with the local Chinese armed forces to control the situation, they are powerful foreign powers in the above two areas.

After decades of penetration

The Tang Empire had absolutely dominant power in both of the above-mentioned regions. The Chinese population accounted for more than 6% in North Yemen and more than [-]% in Kuwait and the west coast of the Persian Gulf.

As a result, numerous Chinese towns were formed, dotted all over the two ends of the Arabian Peninsula, becoming the most important foreign power in the region.

Wandering in Kuwait City, this subtropical desert city has spacious roads, tall coconut trees on both sides stretching straight into the distance, and there are many stone or earthen buildings on both sides of the road, the main body is in earthy yellow tone.

Typical Chinese temples and Taoist temples can often be seen on both sides of the street, as well as a few mosques. The urban buildings are mainly bungalows, with a few two- and three-story buildings.

There are no walls around the entire city, but there are long earth embankments about three meters high. Firstly, it prevents wind and sand damage, and secondly, it plays a certain role in urban defense.

in kuwait city
It is common to see Chinese policemen patrolling on camels, usually in groups of two or three. The policemen wear typical North American cowboy wide-brimmed hats and large red and white checkered scarves around their necks.

When the wind and sand are severe, you can pull it up to cover your mouth and nose.

Now the entire Kuwait City and some small towns along the Persian Gulf, such as Abu Dhabi and Doha, are all managed by officials sent by the Colonial Department of the Datang Empire.

The imperial military has more than 1600 officers and soldiers stationed in Kuwait City. This force has strengthened two artillery companies and an armored company, with 12 75mm field guns and 7 Wolf armored vehicles.

During the war

More than 6500 cavalry from Kuwait City and about 2500 cavalry from towns along the Persian Gulf will also be mobilized, for a total of 9 mobile cavalry forces.

The total number of armed militiamen is no less than 2.2, which is completely sufficient to guard the areas surrounding the Persian Gulf, mainly Kuwait.

The only enemy was the local warlords of the Ottoman Empire in Baghdad Province.

They have always coveted the prosperous Kuwait City, which has now become a well-known trade center and port city in the Persian Gulf. The port handles goods worth hundreds of thousands of yuan every day.

Richard and his party of four quietly checked into the Desert Hotel here. Since they have received dignitaries from surrounding countries and desert chiefs and other distinguished guests all year round, the conditions of the Desert Hotel are surprisingly good.

All hotel appliances are ordered from Europe, after all, it is closer to Europe.

It will be transported to Lebanon through the Mediterranean route, and then it can be transported to Kuwait City through the newly built Middle East Railway led by Germany.

Following the local customs, Richard also put on an Arabic robe and headscarf here, not to mention being sun-resistant and breathable.

Wearing only a few underwear in the robe, it can block the sudden wind and sand.

Kuwait City doesn't see much prosperity during the day, and people are reluctant to go out under the scorching desert sun, which is indeed too drying.

in the evening
The cool sea breeze from the Persian Gulf blows across the city, quickly eliminating the dry heat and making the entire climate cool and pleasant.

Here, since there is very little moisture in the air, you won’t sweat even if you feel hot, let alone get wet.

The entire Kuwait City wakes up in the evening, and bright lights shine one after another. Soon the entire city is illuminated, exuding special charm in the night.

There are more and more people on the street, and the unique Arabic dancers dance enthusiastically right in front of the hotel. The accompaniment of Arabic drums and string strings echoes above the street, announcing the beginning of the exciting nightlife.

In the food street filled with various aromas, you can find delicious food from all over the world, including Chinese, Southeast Asian, Arabic and European food.

The waiter at the door of the hotel greeted the guests enthusiastically. The brothels, brothels, and teahouses were brightly lit. Even the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Kuwait was overcrowded and very lively.

People who had been quiet all day almost came out in full force on this cool evening. Even department stores and grain and oil inns were open to welcome customers. It was much more lively than during the day.

Richard had just finished eating cakes and roasted lamb at a stall, and he enthusiastically bought a cup of sour camel milk and started tasting it. He took a big sip and almost lost his teeth.

"Jinxun, come and taste this, it tastes really good."

Resisting the discomfort, Li Cha swallowed the big mouthful of sour camel's milk, and asked Xu Jinxun to taste it too.

Xu Jinxun had no doubt about it, so he picked up a glass of sour camel milk and took a big sip. His expression suddenly changed, and he opened his mouth to spit out the camel milk.

Richard stopped him with a smile, "Don't let good things get spoiled, so just swallow them."

After saying that, he patted his back gently and swallowed a mouthful of sour camel milk, which made Xu Jinxun's face full of bitterness.

Richard took advantage of the situation and put the sour camel milk in Xu Jinxun's hand, and said, "Since you like to drink it, this cup is yours, and I will move forward."

After speaking, he left gracefully.

At this moment, a sudden change occurred.

Two Arab men, one behind the other, suddenly rushed out of a grain and oil store on the side of the road. They quickly rushed past Richard, who was only a meter away, and started running wildly along the street.A middle-aged Chinese businessman with his face covered in blood was chased from behind. He stood at the door of the store and shouted: "Robbery, the gangster is robbing him, catch him quickly."

This move frightened the two armed guards. They quickly came to Richard's side and used their bodies to shield him from behind.

Xu Jinxun also threw away two cups of sour camel milk, and quickly stepped forward to stand in front of Li Cha, tightly holding the short knife in his arms.

Anyone who dares to rush over will be stabbed in his face.

Richard clasped his hands behind his back with a relaxed expression, not at all frightened by this unexpected incident.

In fact

He noticed the robbery in the inn and deliberately came over to check. He held a few copper coins in his hand and shook his hands when necessary.

With his current skill, the one in the middle will be killed instantly.

But he took a look and did not take action. Instead, he wanted to see how the security in Kuwait City was.

The warehouse owner was seen covering the wound on his head and shouting. The two gangsters who had already ran dozens of meters away were suddenly knocked to the ground by several people rushing out from the side.

Soon a group of brave men took action, punching and kicking the gangster so that he was paralyzed to the ground, and all the banknotes in his arms were scattered.

Even so, no one is fighting for it.

Instead, the brave man picked up the banknotes, put them neatly in one place, and handed them to the warehouse owner who came over with his head covered. The warehouse owner thanked him profusely.

The strangeness here quickly attracted the attention of the camel police. After the two camel police arrived, they asked about the cause of the matter.

He immediately pulled out a baton as thick as the mouth of a wine glass, aimed it at the two gangsters, and beat them wildly. The two gangsters screamed after beating them, and their heads and shoulders were covered with bloody streaks.

Then the policeman took out a rope and tied the two gangsters with their hands behind their backs. He got back on the camel and led the two gangsters back with the rope.

The two gangsters could be seen trotting staggeringly. One of the gangsters lost his footing and fell to the ground. He was dragged along by a camel and rubbed against the ground. He continued forward for dozens of meters before stopping.

At this time, the gangster's body was covered in blood from being rubbed.

But under the orders of the camel policeman, the gangster endured the pain in his body and got up, staggering and trotting forward...

The police will not be lenient when dealing with such scum.

witnessed all this

Richard secretly nodded in approval. In this chaotic desert city, all forces gathered together and were filled with all kinds of ghosts and monsters. Severe punishments must be implemented to scare people's hearts.

Today, there are many white Germans in Kuwait City. Germany is also stepping up its penetration into the Arabian Peninsula, Iran, and Iraq to expand its influence.

Coupled with the Chinese, British, French, Arabs, and Persians, the region around the Persian Gulf, headed by Arab City, is now a paradise for adventurers, with the Sinai Peninsula as far northwest as possible.

With the construction of the Middle East Railway, a large number of German engineers and white immigrants entered the area, including Baghdad, Basra, and Kuwait, making the situation more complicated.

Fortunately, the Tang Empire has been operating in the Persian Gulf region for decades and has continued to immigrate to the area. Many small and medium-sized Arab tribes have been assimilated or disappeared in the long wind and sand, leaving only many Chinese descendants with Sino-Arab mixed characteristics. .

The Arabian desert tribes along the west coast of the Persian Gulf have a small population. There are about a hundred large and small, distributed in the vast coastal desert oasis area.

The population ranges from a few hundred to tens of thousands.

Nowadays, most of these Arabian desert tribes have disappeared, with less than 10 remaining, and there are 6 around Kuwait City alone. Most of their tribesmen earn a bite of food by working hard in the city or at the dock.

Men cannot find wives because of financial poverty, and tribal women often run away with wealthy Chinese. Who doesn’t want to live a good life?

If this situation continues for more than ten years, it is estimated that the remaining large Arab tribes will disappear.

The Arab tribes had no pastures, no cattle and sheep, no population, and no women to reproduce. How could they have a future?
Statistics at the beginning of this century
The Chinese population scattered in towns on the west coast of the Persian Gulf has exceeded one million, accounting for more than [-]% of the total local population. They mainly live in coastal cities such as Kuwait, Abu Dhabi, and Doha.

There are also some scattered in rural pastures and oases, which have greatly eroded the territory of the original Arab tribes.

These Chinese immigrants have money, guns, and some have backgrounds. Ordinary Arab tribes will suffer disaster as long as they resist. The two sides are not on the same level at all.

Including the Kingdom of Oman at the southernmost tip of the Arabian Peninsula, its economic lifeline is also controlled by Chinese businessmen. The Chinese population in the country reaches 4%, and this proportion is rising rapidly.

Facing the strong invasion of Chinese forces, it was difficult for these weak tribes and kingdoms to resist.

After Richard returned to the Desert Hotel in good spirits, he suddenly said to Xu Jinxun next to him; "The situation here seems that the Colonial Department has done a solid job in basic work and social governance is effective. But it is not without its shortcomings. Chinese education has not yet been popularized. In every population center, the number of primary and secondary schools is also severely underserved.”

"Sir..." After Xu Jinxun heard this, he blinked and realized. He quickly saluted with a solemn look and responded, "I understand, I will immediately use relevant channels to urge rectification and improve comprehensive education coverage in Singapore and Sana'a."

"Well, I'm just talking casually and expressing my feelings."

After saying that, Richard walked away irresponsibly, leaving Xu Jinxun feeling dumbfounded.

On the one hand, the Holy Ancestor Emperor is concerned about border expansion, but on the other hand, he does not want to get too involved. How can there be the best of both worlds?

Okay, a saint must act with reason.

Xu Jinxun just did what he was told, there was no need to think hard, that should be a headache for the imperial family and the government.

He is just a follower, but he can't decide big things! (End of chapter)