Above the desert, a group of more than 10,000 people riding in the Western Regions followed the resting place of the wind and sand and began to camp in hiding.
The leader was a red-armored general with a somewhat majestic face. While drinking kumiss, he raised his head, stood on a high place, and looked around from time to time.
In the Yudang City area, the cavalry general of Western Shu has never been fooled. So for such a long time, the attack on Yudang City was far from settled.
"You said earlier, what is the name of the Shu general?" Asa frowned, lowered his head and asked.
"My name is Chao Yi, and he is the most relied-upon cavalry general in Western Shu. Previously, he and his men drove the Fu Xun Qiang out of Yumen Pass."
"Fuxun Qiang? Just a herdsman." Asa's voice suddenly became louder as if to boost morale. This cavalry army of more than 10,000 people was exhausted physically and mentally. If he had followed the past, he would have returned to the oasis long ago when he couldn't get any benefits.
But this time, it was about the ownership of Zhaowu County. The king in the oasis had told him that no matter what the cost, the Central Plains people must fulfill their debt and cede Zhaowu County.
Asa understands that with Zhaowu County, Dalun Kingdom can be considered a real country and have another place to live.
Of course, he can choose to take a gamble. For example, fighting to the death with Chao Yi of Western Shu who was on patrol. But on the Shelangqiu side, he had seen the combat power of the soldiers of Xishu, and he abandoned this idea.
It's a pity that no matter what strategy he uses, the Shu general always sees through it and doesn't fall for it.
"Report——"
At this time, a ranger scout came hurriedly from a distance. As soon as he opened his mouth, Asa was given extremely serious news.
"Report to the general, General Chen Zhong of Western Shu, that 30,000 troops have entered Yudang City, threatening to attack our country, the Great Lun Kingdom. At this time, the army has been organized and is about to launch its troops!"
"Damn it, is the news true?" Asa gritted his teeth.
"General Asa, Yu Dang is already swearing an oath and offering sacrifices to the flag in front of the city. I heard that in Liangzhou City, the King of Shu, Xu Mu, even announced to the world that he would restart the Protectorate and all the forces outside Xiao Qingyumen Pass!"
Asa's face turned pale, and inexplicably, he remembered the old saying from the Central Plains again.
Those who are obedient will prosper, and those who jump off the beam will perish.
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Yudang City, which has not yet been completed, is already crowded with people.
"Departure!" Standing on the tower, Chen Zhong, wearing handsome armor, did not show any arrogance, but had a calm look on his face. He drew out his long sword and pointed coldly forward.
In many cases, he is good at fighting defensive battles. This time, it can be regarded as his first official expedition, turning his shield into a spear.
Nearly 40,000 men and horses, together with 20,000 cavalry and 20,000 infantry, will restart the Protectorate and guard the barrier of Yumen Pass.
As for how to fight this battle, Chen Zhong already has a plan.
"Those who are obedient will prosper, those who jump off the beam will perish. The army will go out to show off the power of our Western Shu!"
"march--"
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Although he was not supervising the battle, Xu Mu, who was sitting in the Liangzhou Palace, was not idle. Still discussing with Jia Zhou about the next layout in Liangzhou.
Restarting the Protectorate is not only a defensive necessity, but more often than not, it can also arouse the blood of the people on the border of Liangdi.
If Chen Zhong succeeds in this battle, at least for a year or two, no one from the Dalun Kingdom or the Fuxun Qiang tribe will dare to take a step closer to Yumen Pass.
It is of great significance, and it is not an exaggeration to call it a shelter for descendants.
"Please see, my lord, these are the new officials selected by Wang Yong. Many of these new officials are capable people from Shuzhou who have come out of the general office. The family members are all in Chengdu, so there should be no problem in returning to Western Shu."
"Lao Wang does things very steadily."
Xu Mu was somewhat fortunate and transferred Wang Yong from Shuzhou to assist Chen Zhong in governing the country. Both of them are from Shu, so there is no problem in learning from each other's strengths.
"I have also announced the resources of Western Shu, so that the mining camps, civilian camps, and prisoner of war camps can all perform their respective duties. Try to restore the people's livelihood in the three states of Liangdi as early as possible."
After the Liang Dynasty was cut down, the three prefectures in the Liang region were in dire straits waiting to be revitalized, and Xu Mu invested countless manpower and material resources.
"Over at Zhenlan City, Naguli has also started to take action. She has gathered more than a hundred old troops and is preparing to send people to the Western Region to get in touch with the remaining soldiers and generals from Zhenlan City."
"Well done." Xu Mu breathed a sigh of relief, "Wenlong, just wait for the news of Chen Zhong's victory, and you and I will return to Shu together."
"I would like to follow my lord."
Xu Mu felt a little regretful in his heart. To be honest, there are not many counselors in Shuzhou. Except for Jia Zhou and Dongfang Jing, he rarely uses other counselors.
It's not that he is a dictator and greedy for power, but that he understands that the two world-famous advisers around him can be said to be one to ten. Therefore, a mediocre person might not even be able to say anything while standing here.
Of course, if there was a world-famous talent in Xishu, he would invite him out even if he only visited the thatched cottage.
"I don't know why, but I always have a premonition. Over in Cangzhou, if Yuan An really dies, the world will be in chaos again."
Yuan An is a dog, but he is also Emperor Ji. Queen Su's ambition to listen to politics behind the curtain has become clear. Now Yuan An has become a transitional puppet. At that time, with the birth of Long Zi, the power and name of this era will fall into the hands of the Demon Queen.
"Everyone understands. Many people understand that this world still belongs to the Yuan family. But now, there are no royalists left."
"The rotten wood cannot be helped. It is so sad and painful, Lord Yuan, who has been loyal and loyal through the ages."
Xu Mu said nothing.
For a lot of time, he occasionally thought of the figure in white, coughing so hard his chest was torn in the wind and snow, running around the world like a fireman, filling holes in the rotting Daji.
But in the end I couldn't help it. Xu Mu sometimes thought that maybe the young Marquis knew it in his heart, but he couldn't cross the threshold of loyalty, so he kept him, let him kill the traitor, and gave him a reputation of righteousness.
"Eternal loyalty, Xu Tao."
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As Jia Zhou said, Yuan An, who was locked in the dormitory, had no way to survive. With the death of Chen Lu, the last decisive defeat, there was no one in the world who could save the emperor.
"I, I am not used to drinking cold water. Please tell the queen if you can send me some honey water."
Across the palace door, the two father-in-laws looked funny and ignored them.
"Eunuch Hu, I rewarded you with a few golden melon seeds earlier——"
"Your Majesty, come on. I'm not afraid to tell you that the Queen has been in labor for the past two days. In this palace, the people coming in and out are Wen Po and the imperial doctor. Of course, these people will not help Your Majesty."
In the hall, Yuan An paused and burst into tears.
"I, I am the emperor! I, Yuan An, am the emperor of the ages. If, if you give me a chance, I can conquer the country!"
Still no one paid attention to him.
Emperor Ji, who had been in power for more than three years, had a look of sadness on his face. For a long time in the past three years, he was exhausted.
From Changyang to Muyun Prefecture, and from Muyun Prefecture to Cangzhou. From the Common Thief to Chen Changqing, and from Chen Changqing to the Demon Queen.
"This country, the country, the country, all belong to me! How can the majesty of the imperial family be tarnished!" Yuan An's face suddenly turned red. Probably to prove something, he hurriedly tore off a long scarf from the bed, after struggling for several times. It took a lot of effort to finally hang up.
"Even if I die, I will not be defiled by thieves! Just be careful!"
The father-in-law outside the palace turned a deaf ear.
Yuan An roared angrily, tied the knot, and just put his head in, but suddenly he shrank back in fear. Then he burst into tears, kicked the chair over, huddled in the corner, and began to cry loudly.
