I was the Queen of Persia

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Chapter 133 An Eye for an Eye

Of course, before advancing on Herat, Shahzani planned to take a sufficient amount of time to rest and recuperate in Jam in order to better replenish the troops and resources lost in the Battle of Jam.

Although it dealt a heavy blow to Ghazni's manpower, their own side also suffered considerable losses.

During this period, there was an unexpected incident.

After the victory at the Battle of Jam, the Saman army not only captured many Ghaznavid soldiers, but also successfully rescued a large number of female soldiers of their own army who had been captured earlier.

Mahmud and Ghaznavid's soldiers certainly knew how to "play": all the captured Samanian female warriors were disheveled, barefoot, and completely naked, with at most only a pair of briefs barely covering their bodies. The Persian lands in Azhar were already quite cold, and the naked Samanian female captives were so cold that their faces and buttocks were red, and their noses were running...

There are many more details; if I were to list them all, it would probably take three days and three nights to finish.

The Samanid Persian army was a force with high honors, and Shahzani was a king who always sought revenge. Naturally, he was extremely displeased to see his soldiers in such a sorry state.

The Queen comforted them, told them to rest and recover, and asked them what they needed.

As a result, the strongest demand of a large number of female warriors was "revenge".

“Your Majesty, they have shamelessly desecrated our bodies. If this disgrace is not washed away, where is the majesty of the victorious Iranian army?”

"Yes, that's right! If a Muslim woman's hair and body are exposed naked in public, she will be submerged in the shadow of humiliation for the rest of her life!"

"We beseech Your Majesty, to punish these wicked enemies!"

The rescued female prisoners all expressed their indignation in unison.

Shahzani listened quietly to their complaints, and finally said, "Warriors who fought for their country and their faith. I understand your grievances. So, what kind of punishment do you wish for your enemy?"

The female warriors pondered for a moment.

Then someone suggested, "An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth!"

This initiative received widespread support, with many expressing their anger: "Recruit captured enemy soldiers as male prostitutes in the military camp and unleash their desires back!"

They all felt insulted and that no matter how hard they tried, they could never become holy women like Fatima and Shahrbanu, or role models for Muslim women. They felt it was better to completely let go of their inhibitions and let these enemies who had toyed with them taste the bitterness of being humiliated and manipulated.

in fact.

This reflects that a profound shift in mindset has quietly begun.

Thanks to larger-scale military campaigns, battlefield battles, government service, and literacy, women made significant contributions to the rebirth and growth of the Samanid regime, and their social status naturally improved significantly compared to the past.

An elevated status in national political and military life also signifies a subtle shift in ideology.

Unlike some fundamentalist and "orthodox" schools of Islam, the Khorami school, as transformed (or rather, created by Shahzani), does not suppress people's (especially women's) natural desires. On the contrary, Khorami doctrine advocates that both men and women can enjoy pleasure, provided they fulfill their duties.

More importantly, within the Samanid Persian territory, there was a long-standing gender imbalance with more women than men. Even with polygamy, many young and middle-aged women still couldn't find partners. These widowed women, unable to satisfy their desires, could only find solace and comfort in the company of their close female friends to alleviate their loneliness.

Although homosexuality and lesbianism were rampant in the Saman army, and most of the female soldiers who were lesbians and bisexual did not exclude them from partying with their comrades every night, the pleasure brought by same-sex relationships could not compare with that of opposite-sex relationships.

The female warriors' desires are burning fiercely within them!

To address the needs of her subordinates, Shahzani implemented numerous measures.

For example, they encouraged Persian female soldiers to marry male soldiers within the military. However, given the overall situation of more women than men, this measure naturally could not benefit everyone.

For example, they previously arranged for Persian female soldiers to marry Qin artisans. However, these vassal foreign men were few in number and were given priority to female officers and soldiers with military merits, so most female soldiers still did not benefit from this arrangement.

For example, Persian female soldiers were allowed to enter entertainment venues within the city, such as bathhouses and teahouses, for pleasure. However, this measure only benefited a small number of people, and most people still did not get a share.

……

In short, it is a complex problem that requires multiple measures to be taken in parallel.

Shahzani then thought, why not set up a "special place" in the military camp and conscript a large number of men to provide "special services" specifically for the female soldiers of the Saman army?

“That’s right. We are all God’s chosen people, so why can men have their way with women at will, while women must keep the shackles of ‘chastity’? Lust and pleasure are rights that God Hudda has given to all believers. How can they be monopolized by a mere minority?”

This is what Shahzani is thinking at this moment, and it is also what millions of female soldiers are thinking.

If they were previously hesitant, evasive, and reluctant to discuss this sensitive topic due to their female identity, now, with their rising military achievements, they have seized the right to speak and are determined to shatter the shackles of feudal etiquette.

Enemy prisoners who committed crimes were the perfect group to serve as male prostitutes for the army. These men, who had once been arrogant and had taken advantage of many women, now had to repay this moral debt with their bodies.

Therefore, Shahzani strengthened her resolve to establish the relevant system and even unlocked a special buff.

[Sudabe's Allure], Effect:

I. In the Vansamanid dynasty, female warriors gained more charm and pleasure with each intimate encounter with a man, which then transformed into fighting spirit. The more essence a man absorbed, the more alluring and seductive their appearance became.

Second, one can choose whether or not to conceive.

Third, they will not contract certain infectious diseases.

Third, one can also gain the same benefits by being intimate with women.

Sudabe is a villainous woman in Iranian epic poetry. She becomes enraged when her attempt to seduce Prince Shavash fails, and in retaliation, she frames him, which is one of the important factors that led to Shavash's tragedy.

However, everything should be examined with a critical eye. Shahzani and many Iranian women certainly abhor Sudabe's disastrous actions, but they can use her alluring charm to fight for the restoration of Iran.

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Under Shahzani's direction, the assignment of tasks to the male prisoners quickly entered the practical stage.

The Ghaznavid male prisoners were all stripped naked, not even given shorts. The Samanid soldiers took these naked former war criminals to the drill ground, where the female soldiers could choose them.

The Ghazneans of this time were no longer as "imposing" as they had been at Mahmud's victory banquet. Now they were all trembling like leaves, their heads bowed low, not daring to look directly at the dignified Samanian warriors.

"Mahmoud's henchmen, what's wrong with you all?" a female officer from Saman who had been humiliated mocked. "You were so arrogant when you were toying with us, how come you've become so timid and cowardly now?!"

Chapter 134 Flirting and Fighting at the Same Time

Hearing the questioning from the female officer Saman, the group of Ghazni prisoners who had committed crimes became even more terrified.

Although the female officers in front of them were still alluring, beautiful, voluptuous, and sexy, they were no longer "prey" to be slaughtered, but "hunters" who held the power to deal with them.

The feeling brought about by the change of identity is very different.

"What? Has your 'manliness' all flown to the highest heavens?" The female officer Saman walked up to a Ghazni prisoner of war, grinning wickedly as she gripped his limp "short sword."

The moment her delicate hand clenched its fist, the "short sword" seemed to sense the female officer's aura and authority, and suddenly stood up straight with a sense of awe.

"Oh, it's quite sturdy." The female officer, Saman, smiled wickedly, her left hand gripping and manipulating the "longsword," while her right hand unbuttoned her clothes.

To make things easier, she was already dressed scantily. After taking off her thick brocade dress, she was left with only a pair of briefs around her waist, revealing her robust and voluptuous figure. Under this intense and multifaceted impact, the Ghaznavid man couldn't control himself, and his semen gushed out, leaving behind spots.

"Hahaha! Heroic daughters of Gushaspu! Enjoy your 'spoils'!" The other Samanian female soldiers burst into laughter. Encouraged by their officers, they each wore alluring smiles as they approached the helpless Ghazni prisoners...

The atmosphere had reached a fever pitch. The Samanian female soldiers set up large tents on the spot, spacious enough to accommodate hundreds or thousands of people engaging in vigorous exercise. This was followed by nightingale-like sighs and cries, rising and falling in waves...

The fierce "battle" lasted for quite a while. Only after the pleasurable moans gradually turned into satisfied groans did the naked Saman female warriors slowly and methodically tidy themselves up.

After draining their enemies of their essence, they were clearly well-nourished: their faces were flushed, their bodies glistened, their beautiful eyes sparkled with a spring-like light, and their lower abdomens and private parts were filled with a sense of satisfaction, leaving an indelible and rich scent on their enemies.

The enemy, on the other hand, was much more pitiful: each of them had been thoroughly exploited, leaving them almost nothing but empty shells.

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For a period of time afterward, the female soldiers of Saman's army received ample nourishment: a large number of convicted enemy prisoners of war provided a continuous supply of ample essence; and the sisters in the same ranks continued to maintain a close "military friendship".

With the allure of beauty and the intimidation of power, the female soldiers of Saman used these two weapons to make their enemies surrender obediently.

Occasionally a few people will strongly resist and boycott, but the Saman warriors have plenty of ways to defeat them.

For example, what if someone refuses to obey and desperately clenches their penis and anus? The Saman warrior's method is simple: tap their tailbone with tent pegs, and after a few taps, they will loosen their grip.

At worst, they would simply strip naked and throw the bodies to the male soldiers, grooms, and servants to enjoy. Homosexuality was rampant in the Samanid Persian army (and arguably in all the armies of the Eastern Islamic world), with strong warriors not minding riding on the bodies of other men.

Between the two, being ridden by a woman is still slightly better.

Of course, while indulging in pleasure, Shahzani did not slack off in preparations for war and training. She established a strict schedule, requiring morning and forenoon drills in marching formations, and allowing for moderate indulgence for a period after evening prayers, while still ensuring proper handover of sentry duties. In short, she ensured that neither aspect was neglected.

Thanks to the system's enhancement, the essence extracted from their bodies is transformed into high morale that boosts their combat effectiveness. This cycle continues, and the Saman female soldiers' fighting spirit grows ever stronger, vowing to charge bravely and win the next battle.

Their fighting spirit, clad in armor and armed with weapons, did not diminish. After all, men and women are physiologically different; excessive indulgence in sex often means a man's body is exhausted, while women become more courageous with each battle, unleashing an even stronger fighting spirit and will to fight.

"Excellent, this is exactly the effect I wanted."

Seeing that the soldiers were in high spirits and well-organized, Shahzani officially ordered them to set off for Herat.

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Saman's army was vast and mighty, its banners obscuring the sun.

Riding on the momentum of Jam's victory, the post stations, villages, towns, and oasis tribes along the way surrendered without resistance. Wherever the army arrived, it set up camp and fortified its lines methodically.

After marching for several days, they reached the Badghis plain near Herat. This area was a lush pasture with abundant water and grass, and the climate was mild enough to supply the fodder needed for a large number of warhorses and pack animals.

After the Ghaznean army retreated, Herat's remaining forces were extremely limited, far outnumbering the formidable Samanid army. However, the Ghaznean generals defending the city believed the walls were high and sturdy, so they decided to fight to the bitter end, hoping to hold out until reinforcements arrived.

Another crucial battle was launched.

"Warriors of the Samanid dynasty! The city of honor is before you, fight! Rustam's courage guides you!" Before the battle, Shahzani inspected the troops and delivered an inspiring speech.

"Long live Her Majesty the Queen!"

"Allahu is great!"

The morale of the Saman soldiers was further ignited, and inspiring slogans resounded across the Badghis Plain.

Using Badgis as their frontline camp, they surged toward Herat in a mighty force. They were highly motivated, well-supplied with provisions, and possessed siege weaponry crafted by Qin artisans, giving them a significant advantage.

The battering rams slowly but steadily struck the city gate, catapults hurled scorching Naftan fireballs at the city walls, and rocket chariots unleashed a barrage of arrows, pinning the defending soldiers down.

The Samanid troops participating in the siege, under the cover of trenches, shields, and ranged weapons, advanced in formation towards the city walls. Having fully vented their lust, these female warriors possessed an exceptionally high fighting spirit.

The skilled craftsmen of Qin created a more advanced siege ladder vehicle—with wheels at the bottom, and the ladder body could automatically retract and adjust, tilt up and down via a mechanical axle. The bottom was shielded on all four sides and covered with thick wooden boards wrapped in leather felt to protect the soldiers.

Ikhshd's Sogdian heavy infantry, clad in heavy chainmail, formed the first wave of the siege. They held shields in their left hands and steadfastly climbed the stairs with their right.

With more advanced siege equipment, the Saman army's siege efficiency greatly improved. Dozens of siege ladders were hooked onto the city walls, and Saman soldiers, shield in hand, climbed them one by one.

The cover fire was also continuous. Arrows like locusts, stones like hail, and burning fireballs like meteors slammed into the Ghaznavid soldiers on the city walls to weaken their counterattack.

The Ghaznavid army put up a fierce resistance, but it was no match for the powerful offensive of the Samanid army.

Finally, the scarlet banners of the Samanid army were raised atop the walls of Herat. Shahzani rode her warhorse through the city's arched gates.

Chapter 135 Returning North

Herat has been recaptured, and the Samanid army entered the city in an orderly fashion.

Surrounded by the Shahr Guard, Shahzani walked along the main street of the city, receiving the worship of officials, priests, Dehgans, and believers.

But that's it.

A messenger hurried up on horseback, passing the armored cavalry, dismounted, and ran to the Queen's horse, bowing respectfully: "Your Majesty, please rest here for a moment. There has been a disturbance in several neighborhoods ahead..."

“Oh? What happened?” Shahzani asked.

The messenger then explained the situation, and the officials and priests beside him stepped forward and bowed, explaining the reason to Her Majesty the Queen.

It turns out that there was an unscrupulous priest in Herat who was spreading "heretical and evil ideas." Several years ago, this priest forged "holy miracles," and falsely claimed to be "Mahdi," "Savior," and "Prophet," and secretly developed a large number of believers.

This false prophet called for "overthrowing the corrupt rule of the Emirs and Turkic warlords," but in reality, he only wanted to use this as a pretext to seize power and amass wealth.

He carried a sword at his waist, ready to stab anyone who dared question his doctrines. He also employed deception and trickery to mislead his followers. This repeated practice attracted a large number of ignorant people to his cause.

The city of Herat is currently undergoing a change of government and is in a period of brief turmoil. He clearly intends to take advantage of this opportunity of disorder to establish his own local theocratic society where he commands.

Shahzani's state system, of course, does not tolerate such hypocrites who pretend to be devout believers but are actually driven by greed, stirring up trouble.

"Send orders to persuade them to lay down their weapons. If persuasion fails, send in more troops to wipe them out completely," Shahzani instructed.

She despises such reckless people, but she still adheres to the principle of using both soft and hard tactics.

The false prophet's forces, of course, were unwilling to surrender easily. They set up roadblocks in various streets and alleys and incited the people to resist Saman's army.

Persuasion and warnings had no effect, so Shahzani pointed her warhammer: "Resolve this by force!"

The heavily armored and well-equipped Saman warriors charged towards the false prophet's forces. Their thick armor and superior weaponry rendered the rabble defenseless.

A mob stirred up by heretical doctrines is no match for a well-trained and well-armed regular army. Moreover, the Samanid army also had the support of the Khorami faith, making its sectarian organization and religious cohesion superior.

Overwhelmed by both superior weaponry and religious advantages, the false prophet's forces collapsed completely in a short time.

The believers threw down their weapons and fled in all directions. Instead of pursuing and annihilating these insignificant deceivers, the Samanid army focused its efforts on capturing the leaders.

In a narrow alley, the false prophet was finally arrested. His turban was ripped off, his hands were tied behind his back, and a sword was pressed against his neck.

After being brought before Shahzani, he vehemently denied the charges against him for inciting riots. However, Shahzani was unmoved and ordered the Nassaks to interrogate him severely and execute him publicly.