In the Western Region, we also tried to control the inner city and west gate.
Meier brought Brutus, Tusimen and other soldiers to meet Timur.
Timur is riding a horse, and beside him are his children and grandchildren Miransha, Shaharul, and Xi Jinping. Next to these people are Qisuyedin, Musun, Shuizhe, Yuri Buyuan and other famous people. famous general.
An army of 150,000 people set up camp on the banks of the Ili River, stretching for more than 20 miles with no end in sight. There are countless cattle, sheep and horses in the pastures of the valley. There are also sergeants harvesting the withered sheep grass, preparing to provide sufficient horse grass for the war horses.
Tamerlane looked at the somewhat dilapidated but still strong and magnificent city wall, and said to the people beside him: "Look, there is no invincible city in this world, no matter how tall the city is or how many defenders there are, No matter how strong their will is, they can't escape the consequences of the city being destroyed and people dying. I heard that the Ming Dynasty built many city gates. Isn't their tomorrow the same as this city's yesterday?"
*** Seeing Timur's high spirits, he smiled and agreed: "The city wall can only provide them with temporary stability, but hell can provide them with a place to live after death. Allah will definitely bless Grandpa Sultan and give him the whip of punishment." , to teach Ming Dynasty a lesson and make them surrender and join my way."
After Timur heard this, he was overjoyed and nodded repeatedly: "The whip of punishment? Haha, after defeating the Ottoman Empire, some people said that I was their God's whip. No, they were wrong, I was the whip of ***. I It is the will of the emperor to rescue those who are ignorant and oppressed."
After hearing this, *** raised his right hand and shouted: "Whip of ***!"
"Whip of ***!"
"Whip of ***!"
In the valley and outside the city gate, voices are everywhere!
Timur was very satisfied with this title. He looked at Meier who greeted him and said, "How about it? Is everything in the city properly arranged?"
Meier saluted respectfully: "In compliance with the Sultan's instructions, General Yili will use the inner city as a stronghold for the Eastern Expedition. Currently, there are 200,000 shi of food stored in the city (here is based on the Ming Dynasty unit of measurement), which is enough to support the army for two days of Eastern Expedition. Monthly supplies are needed. If supplemented by cattle, sheep and horses, the materials for the three-month expedition will be complete."
Timur nodded with satisfaction: "Meier, you are my loyal subordinate. You have always been cautious and prudent in doing things. I feel relieved to have you in charge of logistics. Although you can't go to the front line with me, no one can take credit for your achievements." You can snatch it away and take care of your business with peace of mind."
Meier solemnly said: "I will definitely live up to the Sultan's trust. However, I have one more request."
Timur was very interested: "Oh, tell me."
Meyer pointed to the east: "I heard that the Hexi Corridor of the Ming Dynasty is rich in water and grass. I hope that I can go there to serve as the Sultan's logistics officer in the near future."
Timur laughed, and the others couldn't help but laugh too.
This General Meyer is really good at talking, and he regards his request as a blessing. This is hoping that Timur will push the front line into the Ming Dynasty as soon as possible.
"Alright! Let's go into the city!"
Timur was in a good mood and led people into the city.
Maier had already prepared a palace for Timur, which was filled with trophies that Shamichagan had no time to take away, mainly gold and silver utensils.
Timur looked at these treasures, picked up a gold goblet, looked at it for a while, and asked, "Shamichakan ran away and hasn't been found yet?"
Meier explained: "Back in Sudan, when the city was breached, Shami Chagan had already run away with his people. The Kharif sent a group of people to search for him, but no trace of him was found. It was speculated that he might have gone to Kipchak Khan. country, so they did not send anyone to pursue them, but led their troops eastward to find the Ming army to fight."
There was a hint of worry in Timur's eyes: "Shamichagan is an ambitious man, and he has been running the company for many years. Unless he dies, it will be a disaster sooner or later. Send someone to send a message to the Kipchak Khanate, saying that I want to Shamicha's dried head."
"yes."
Meyer quickly agreed.
Timur pointed to the treasures piled up and said, "Remember to make a book of these treasures. When I return in triumph, I will take them back to Samarkand."
Meier smiled and took out a booklet: "It has been clearly recorded."
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After Mu'er took it, he looked at it carefully and said with a smile: "Sure enough, it's your intention. Send Harry's latest information, I want to see where he is."
Meier pointed to the desk inside: "All the information sent by Harry has been prepared, but all this information has been sent to the Sudan. In the past five days, Harry has not sent any information."
"No information for five days?"
Timur couldn't help but frown.
According to Timur's army system, when a general is fighting a war abroad, once he divides his troops, he should send information at least once within two days. In unfavorable circumstances, or if the troops are too far apart, a report is allowed once every seven days. In non-extreme circumstances, a report must be sent. The time shall not exceed half a month.
Harry marched eastward and was invincible along the way. He successively occupied the important places of Polo City, Kurkhalawusu City, and Shicheng, and steadily advanced in the direction of Qamdo. Logically speaking, Harry's way back was unobstructed, let alone reporting every two days. , even if he reports three times a day, he can arrange it. Although the news may be delayed for a few days, at least his direction and approximate location can be obtained every day.
It's been five days, and Harry hasn't sent any information. Could it be that he encountered some kind of trouble?
"Shaharu, hang up the map."
Tamerlane gave the order.
Shaharul took out the map and hung it on a wall.
*** sorted out the information and asked again and again. It was true that no new information had been sent in the past few days, so he took out the last piece of information and handed it to Timur: "The latest information sent by Harry was five days ago. , written in a camp west of Qamdo and east of the Manas River."
Timur knew this information, which contained Harry's combat deployment. He decided to fight the main force of the Ming army in Qamdura, and detailed the intention of attacking from the west and northeast of the Ming army.
Miran Shah had long disliked Harry. In addition, this person had disgraced the reputation of the Timur family, mixed with black slaves, and delayed the opportunity to fight. He couldn't help but said: "After all, Harry is busy with military affairs and fighting against the Ming army. Or he is living happily in a certain city, we don't know. Sudan, Harry is acting willfully, and now he doesn't obey military orders, and he doesn't even bother to send information, which shows that he doesn't take Sudan seriously."
Timur frowned slightly.
Seeing this, Qasuyedin helped Harry speak: "The distance east of the Manas River from Qamdo is only three hundred miles, so with the speed of Harry's cavalry, it only takes two days. After that, there will be a confrontation and battle with the Ming army, and this It all takes time. There has been no news in the past five days. They must be fighting with the Ming army and there is no time to report. The Sultan might as well wait a little longer, and there will definitely be good news about Harry."
Miran Shah looked at Qasuyeddin angrily, gritted his teeth and said, "You defend Harry at all times, are you still not the Sultan's loyal subordinate?"
Gesuyeddin's expression changed, Mirasha's hat was a little too big, and he immediately retorted: "Harry led the troops in the battle, and tens of thousands of soldiers fought to open up territory for Sudan. They were already bleeding. We, the people at the rear, But they are still speculating and slandering the vanguard. Doesn’t it make them feel chilling? There must be a reason why the military report was not timely. Has Miransha forgotten that he did not send any information for eight days? "
Miranza shouted: "I was surrounded by enemies..."
Qasuyedin asked back: "You have a reason for being besieged, can't Harry have other reasons?" Facing the two quarreling people, Timur shouted sullenly: "That's enough!"
Miransha glanced at Gesuyedin with resentment, and Gesuyedin was secretly worried, Harry, Harry, what on earth are you going to do again, but you are sending news. The more critical the situation is, the less likely it is to give others an excuse to attack.
*** said in a small but very clear voice: "Grandpa Sudan, Harry, as the vanguard, made a promise to occupy the entire territory of Yili within two months after entering the Ili Plain. There is still time now, so you might as well try again Wait a minute, he will definitely send news."
Timur looked up at the map, pointed to the location of Qamdo La, and said: "According to the last message, Harry should have launched an attack on the Ming Dynasty's sergeants at this time. How many troops did the Ming deploy in Qamdo La? We don’t know whether the force is strong or weak. We can no longer wait at this time. Instead, we should take the initiative to send personnel to Qamdura to have a look. If the war between Hari and the Ming Dynasty reaches a stalemate, we can also find other countermeasures."
Gesuyedin did not think that the Ming Dynasty could stop Harry's 40,000 cavalry. These 40,000 cavalry were enough to kill the Ming Dynasty's hundreds of thousands of troops. There was really no need to worry about an army dominated by infantry. It was impossible to say that Harry had already occupied it at this time. Qamdo assassinated and captured Weelumu. At this time, she was already eating melons in Hami.
*** nodded: "Then my grandson sent two hundred people to find out the news."
Timur looked at *** with satisfaction and praised: "Harry is your brother, and brotherhood is a virtue. Go and arrange for someone to see if Harry is chasing the Ming army or encountering difficulties."
*** Take orders.
Timur then arranged military strategies: "No matter where Harry pushes the front at this time, we need to enter the plains north of the Tianshan Mountains. In early October, we should live in Hami and cross the desert in winter. Although the wind and sand are stronger, It’s better than the harsh summer heat. We must open Jiayuguan and enter the Hexi Corridor of the Ming Dynasty before November.”
*** pointed at Dunhuang: "This is a Buddhist place and should be destroyed."
Timur nodded. Yes, Buddhists believe in Sakyamuni, not Allah. Since it is not conducive to conveying Allah's will, it should be destroyed.
"Starting tomorrow, the sergeants will get their own food and go north!"
After discussing with the soldiers, Timur made a decision.
In the evening of that day, Yili City was crowded with countless soldiers, killing sheep and cattle everywhere to celebrate their arrival at Yili City.
In a courtyard, Li Zongyin, Shen Chen and others were also eating mutton.
Li Zongyin stretched out his legs wrapped in coarse cloth. He didn't look injured at all. He had no choice but to find a suitable reason to stay in Yili. Otherwise, Meier would definitely become suspicious.
"Timur has entered the city. If you want to leave now, it's still too late. Once you take action, everyone may not be able to leave."
Shen Chen took a bite of meat and said forcefully.
After Zhang Mu chewed and swallowed, he said seriously: "If everyone didn't agree, they would have left here long ago. Why wait for Timur to come here? Tonight is the last chance. Everything is ready. If you don't give it to Timur, A lesson, then wouldn’t our hard work be in vain?”
Li Zongyin nodded: "The retreat has been found. As long as we move fast enough, we can leave Yili City."
Shen Chen turned sideways and looked at Lu Qian: "Is there anything wrong with what you made?"
Lu Qian chuckled and said, "You have to believe in my craftsmanship. I am a descendant of Lu Ban."
Shen Chen was speechless, as if Lu Ban's surname was Lu and not Gongshu, but Lu Qian was indeed a craftsman. Although the things he made were often unreliable, he had no other choice but to take a gamble.
