Volume 2: Soaring! The Overlord of the Region Chapter 300 The Handwriting of the King of Siam
"Welcome Your Majesty back to the capital~"
"No need to bow, everyone."
In November 1616, King Rajabhatuddin of Siam led his main force back to the country's new capital, Bangkok.
In September of that year, after dealing a thunderous blow to Myanmar, he took the initiative to propose peace talks to the Burmese King Anawaron, but Anawaron refused to accept the offer. He ceded all the mountains and rivers that were beneficial to the military in the border areas between the two countries to Siam, which was unacceptable to a tyrant like Anawaron. Moreover, Myanmar still had hope for the Ming Dynasty at that time, so it would rather delay it.
This delay made Rajabuddha feel uncomfortable. At least for now, Siam did not want to take over Myanmar.
But the Japan-Thailand alliance had made it clear that the two countries would launch an attack on the Ming Dynasty starting in 1617. And according to the agreement, Siam would have to attack first.
Therefore, Luojiafutu had to leave 5,000 new troops and 50,000 old troops to take the strategic heights on the border between Myanmar and Thailand one by one - if you don't want to give it to me, I will take it myself. Anyway, Myanmar can't gather enough forces to fight with my detachment at this time.
Not only that, he also sent people to contact the Mon people in southeastern Myanmar. This ethnic group is brave and good at fighting, and they are also enemies of the Burmese. Now that the Burmese have been greatly weakened, it would be unreasonable for you not to take advantage of the situation.
After arranging these, he hurried back to Bangkok.
"Your Majesty, according to your prior order, we have completed the assembly of the main force of the army, a total of 55,000 new troops, and the original royal army of 150,000. All kinds of food, gunpowder, and firearms are also ready, and we can go at any time."
"Your Majesty, as for the navy, there are 20 1,200-ton sailing warships and 50 600-ton warships. In addition, there are more than 500 auxiliary and transport ships of various types. They have all been assembled in the Port of Bangkok and can set sail at any time."
"Your Majesty, in terms of logistics and combat readiness, our factories in Ayutthaya have all been relocated to Bangkok and have resumed production. The quality of the guns and cannons produced is stable. The shipyards in Laem Chabang, Songkhla, and Phuket have also achieved full staffing. It is estimated that 15 1,200-ton warships and 40 600-ton warships can be produced each year."
"Your Majesty, the mining order of major iron mines, sulfur mines and forest areas in the country is stable. After our Wang family troops were withdrawn, the mining protection teams formed in various places have maintained the stability of the mining areas very well. Those mining slaves from Zhenla are very honest, and their production has not decreased."
"Your Majesty, regarding the caravan..."
Listening to the reports from his many subordinates, Luojafutu felt both proud and sad.
Needless to say, I am proud. In the original plane of history, the Ayutthaya Dynasty was briefly powerful under Naresuan, but was soon destroyed by Myanmar again. Today, I have spent twelve years to build such a powerful country. Of course, I am proud.
Sad? Of course, Thailand's plate is still too small. No matter how hard they try, it is as difficult as climbing to the sky to overthrow the Ming Dynasty ruled by a time traveler with such little power.
However, they really couldn't wait any longer: Siam's population at that time was only over 7 million. There were 260,000 soldiers, plus workers, miners, caravans serving the country's military, and nearly 10,000 officials at all levels... Even though Siam had been able to suck blood from neighboring countries such as Zhenla, Laos, and Johor over the years, and even though the local climate was extremely warm and the land was fertile, and there was no need to worry about food problems, the pressure on the people in the country was huge.
In the early years when he first ascended the throne, he implemented recuperation in the country, eliminated the powerful, established a centralized government, and developed education, science and technology, and commerce. The people in the country were grateful to him, but in recent years, after he began to increase his military power, he could clearly feel that the people's feelings towards him were slightly changing.
So, we really can’t delay any longer!
"Everyone." After calming down, Luo Jifu said loudly: "The country has developed to this day. If we don't fight back, we will collapse. I have discussed this point many times, so I won't repeat it. Now, we have defeated Myanmar, although the King of Myanmar is still hoping for rescue from the Ming Dynasty and is stubbornly unwilling to sign a peace treaty with our country. However, Myanmar, which has lost many heads and lords, can no longer be called a country. Therefore, it is time for us to turn our attention to the East."
"Over the years, Your Majesty has led us to achieve victory after victory. We will always be at Your Majesty's feet and follow Your Majesty's steadfast steps forward."
"Okay, Songtan!"
"I am here."
"My dear brother, you have always provided me with the greatest support when I was away on the battlefield these years. This time, I also ask you to serve as regent and stay in Bangkok. I firmly believe that you and I, like our fathers, the black and white princes, will always trust each other and cooperate seamlessly!"
"I will never let you down, my king. I will do my best in the rear to ensure that the soldiers on the front lines are always well fed and well clothed, and do not have to worry about the supply of weapons and ammunition."
"Good! Subachai!"
"I am here."
"As my prime minister, please assist me in governing the country while I personally lead the army to war."
"yes!"
"Bayu."
"I am here."
"I'll give you 30,000 Royal Army soldiers, and you will take them to Zhenla. Tell the King of Zhenla to provide us with at least 100,000 civilians and complete the expansion of Phnom Penh Port within three months. Otherwise, we will replace him with someone else to be the King of Zhenla."
"Hehe." The guy called Bayu, dressed in military uniform, had a face full of flesh, and was 1.8 meters tall, which was rare for Siamese people in this era. After listening to Luoyafutu's instructions, the flesh on his face twisted ferociously: "Your Majesty, please rest assured that I will complete the expansion of Phnom Penh Port within two months and provide a complete port for your fleet to enter along the way."
"Very good. Suchat!"
"I am here."
"I will give you 30,000 Royal Army troops, a squadron, and 50 large transport ships. Last year, I led you to identify a place in the south of Johor and negotiated with the Sultan of Johor. Go, take it, and then fortify it with cement and artillery. Within a year, I want you to block the Strait of Malacca. From now on, all Ming merchant ships that appear here will be robbed of their wealth and killed."
"Yes, I obey your command. Your Majesty, please give this fortress a name."
“Hahaha, then let’s call this place Singapore!”
"I will obey the king's order!"
"Very good, Ashin, Lanya, and Paitun."
"I am waiting for you!"
"You are all orphans I adopted. You have been with me for more than ten years. You have followed me in battles for many years. I trust you the most in commanding the new army. Now, I will personally command 10,000 new troops. I will organize the remaining 45,000 new troops into three divisions, and you will serve as the commanders of these three divisions respectively."
"Yes, thank you for your trust, Your Majesty. We will definitely complete all the tasks assigned by the King."
"Well, after the expansion of Phnom Penh Port is completed, you will lead the army to conquer the Mekong Delta. Bayu, after the construction of Phnom Penh Port is completed, you will lead the civilians of Zhenla to the east and build Saigon Port on the Mekong River."
"Yes, I obey your command!"
"Chamlak, Bunyan."
"I am here."
"The main force of our navy is now in the hands of the two of you. First, cooperate with the army to seize the Mekong Delta. Then, be ready to attack Ming's Hainan Island at any time. That will be the time when we officially declare war on Ming!"
