Xianxiang couldn't help turning his head to look at Liu Xin. But Liu Xin just smiled and said nothing. Don't ask him what happened. A look of extreme trust in him. Give the elephant a gritted teeth. He folded his hands and said, "Master Liu. I just received the report. The envoys from Dawan, Shule, and Shache arrived in Xicheng. Please show me your lord."
Liu Xin waved her hand. Said: "Yutian is still in charge of you now. See or not. You can handle it by yourself."
Xianxiang shook his head. Said: "Xiao Wang is about to report to the lord. A few days ago, Dawan country sent an envoy. He invited Xiao Wang to send troops together. He attacked the adult's caravan along the way. Xiao Wang politely refused. Now these three countries send envoys at the same time. I am afraid that he came here. Not good. Xiao Wang has already decided to submit to the big man. Naturally, he will never see them again. Xiao Wang will send someone to arrest them all. Hand them over to the adults."
"The two countries are still fighting their arms. What do you do to catch them." Liu Xin smiled. Said. "Since they are here, please invite them to the banquet together."
The sweat on Xianxiang's forehead came down. He knows better than anyone else. What are the messengers from Dawan, Shule, and Shache here
right now. The Han Dynasty is like a big tree. The countries of the Western Regions are small trees hiding in the shade. Although it is good to enjoy the cool under the big tree. But it can never grow taller than a big tree. Only this big shady tree fell. Only these small trees can thrive. Even replace the original position of the big tree.
Some time ago, it was precarious. This big tree seems a little shaky. It is a good opportunity for young trees to thrive. The countries of the Western Regions are ready to move. It's not that he hasn't thought about presenting the elephant. Last time he didn't immediately agree to Jia Xu. right now. The wind seems to have stopped. The tree is still standing there. The elephant presentation will naturally continue to hide under the shade of the trees.
But Dawan is different. He is not under the shade of this tree. So he still has a chance to continue to grow taller. But the big tree of the Han Dynasty is preparing to extend its shade to where it is. Naturally he will not be reconciled.
After Jia Xu returned to Chang'an last time. King Dawan entangled Shache and Shule. Organized a cavalry of more than 3,000 men. Go deep into the desert north of Shanshan. Prepare to rob and kill the mission from the big man. who knows. Liu Xin personally led the Dahan Mission this time. And accompanied by more than 10,000 military guards. Instead, the ambushes of more than 3,000 men were wiped out.
The prisoners released by Liu Xin. Now they have successively returned to their respective countries. Reported the failure experience to their king. however. The greed-for-profit King Dawan did not learn a lesson from this disparity in strength. Instead, his mind was full of precious goods such as silk and white porcelain that Liu Xin was carrying with him. He was jealous. When he learned from the mouth of the defeated soldier. This Han army has only 15,000 people in total. And when a part of the army was stationed in Minni City and several surrounding villages. King Dawan was moved. Because it is exactly what these defeated soldiers said. When Liu Xin's team arrived in Khotan. I'm afraid there are only a few thousand people left.
Dawan State is located to the west of Congling. It is a farming country. The population is more than 300,000. Rich in grain, grapes and good horses. but. The farming country in Dawan is different from Dahan. What he implemented was a policy of all-people-only soldiers similar to that of nomadic tribes. Therefore, 60,000 troops can be assembled in a short time. Dawan Wang Lanfeng is quite ambitious. He has repeatedly crossed the Uzbel Pass and invaded the territory of Shache and Shule. Repeatedly defeated the two ** teams. right now. Both Shache and Shule paid tribute to Dawan. but. If Liu Xin's plan to rebuild the Western Regions Protectorate succeeds. It would be impossible for Dawan to control Shache and Shule anymore. This is also the main reason why Lan Feng wants to rob and kill the Dahan Mission.
Although the previous ambush ended in failure. But a better opportunity lies ahead. The number of guards of the Dahan Mission is getting fewer and fewer. And getting closer and closer to Dawan. At this moment. If Lan Feng gathers the whole country's army. Together with the assistance of the three kingdoms of Shache, Shule and Khotan. With dozens of times the military power. It can be said that it is a war of a certain victory. Just defeat this Han army. Even the words of Liu Xin, the chief general of the Han army. The Great Han's Western Regions Protector House will never be rebuilt.
Although the last Xiangxiang did not agree to send troops to join the coalition organized by Dawan. However, the Han people were not notified of the incident. In order to make the Han people be prepared in advance. So Lan Feng sent an emissary again.
The three envoys came to Xicheng last time. Asked the Xiangxiang to send soldiers to help. I heard that Xiangxiang has already set up a banquet. The three of them were full of joy. He came to the main hall of the Khotan Palace in a light car. But I found that the one who sat on the head was not the dedication. It was a young Chinese man in a white robe.
The envoy of Dawan Yansai was taken aback. Look around again. However, I saw Xianxiang accompany me on the left side seat. Can not help but press the hilt of the sword. Sternly asked: "Who are you."
Xianxiang is eager to draw a clear line with Dawan and other countries. He got up and shouted: "Boldly. Don't hurry to salute after seeing Master Liu."
Although Liu Xin didn't understand what they were talking about. But it is also able to guess a general idea. So he waved his hand. Said: "I'm Liu Xin, the general manager of the four states of the Han Dynasty. Now the five states of the generals, Liang, Yi, Jing, Yang, and the land of the Western Regions. You and others are both envoys sent by the Western Regions. I don't know what's important."
At this time. Xianxiang remembered that Liu Xin didn't understand Hu language. Hastily bowed to Liu Xin. Take the initiative to act as an interpreter. Translated Liu Xin's words. Then he said: "Your king sent you here. Did you bring any letters. Hurry up and present it to the lord."
Lan Feng, the king of Dawan, sent them to invite Xianxiang to deal with the young Han in front of him. How could Yansai hand over the letter to him. Yansai hesitated for a moment. He bowed and said, "The villain was only ordered to visit the king. It was not said that the villain should come to see any envoys. Since the king has other guests here, the villain waits to avoid it first. Come to see when the king is free.”
Although there is no need to worry that Yansai's words will be heard by Liu Xin. But the presentation of the elephant cannot be guaranteed. There is no entourage around Liu Xin who can understand the local language. To avoid suspicion. Xianxiang translated Yansai's words as they were. While reproaching again: "Nonsense. My country of Yutian is now under the rule of the Han Dynasty. How can it be possible to meet the envoys of other countries in private. Say anything now. If you don't want to say it, just get out."
Yansai looked around again. In this hall, except for Khotan’s palace guards. There are also many big Han warriors standing. And they are just three people alone. Heroes don't suffer from immediate losses. Since offering the elephant, let him roll quickly. Then he will come down the donkey. Turn around and leave.
Liu Xin raised his hand. Said: "Wait a minute."
The guards at the door "choked". Pulled out the tyrant sword that he was wearing. Blocked the way of the three envoys.
Liu Xin said in a deep voice: "The lesson I taught you last time seems to be far from enough. Go back and tell you the king. The Western Regions Protect the Mansion. Liu must be rebuilt. Liu advised them to be talented people who know the current affairs. As soon as possible. Return to my great Han. If not, let them know me sooner or later."
Although since leaving Yumen Pass. The journey went smoothly. But for the reconstruction of the Western Regions Protectorate. Liu Xin never thought it would be an easy thing. Otherwise, he would not go through it himself. For these countries that are not willing to be attached. Liu Xin doesn't mind the use of force.
Wait until Xianxiang finishes translating what Liu Xin said. Several guards put their knives into their sheaths. Make a way. Fang Yansai and the other two messengers retreated griefly. but. Yansai is very cunning. After he left the palace of Khotan. He did not immediately return to Dawan to report to Lan Feng. But taking advantage of the time when no one cares about him now. The horse rides around the city. Yansai found the camp where the Han army was stationed. Hiding in the dark and watching for a long time. I am sure that Liu Xin only brought about three thousand people. This is the whip to go.
Yansai did not know. Since the last time I was hit by a black whirlwind in Minni City. Every time Liu Xin enters the city, he only takes three thousand men. The other 12,000 soldiers started a search outside the city. In case there are horse bandits lurking. These soldiers searching outside the city will not return to the city until the evening. The search team avoided the main road. Because during the day. It is impossible for a horse bandit to appear on the road. result. Until Yansai left Xicheng angrily. They always believed that there were only about 3,000 Han soldiers next to Liu Xin.
The envoys sent by Dawan and other countries were driven away. Xianxiang is firmly on Liu Xin's side. He learned Han etiquette. He folded his hands and said: "Master Liu. The envoys from Dawan, Shache, and Shule once came. I wanted to ask Xiao Wang to send troops to attack the Han envoy. Xiao Wang refused. This time he sent envoys. I’m afraid. If you want to be unfavorable to the adults. Xiao Wang is not talented. I would like to use the soldiers of the whole country to help the adults break thieves."
He didn't say this. Liu Xin also knows that Dawan and other countries are likely to be desperate. But Xiangxiang wanted to take advantage of this opportunity. but. Liu Xin didn't want Yutian to take advantage of the opportunity of crusade against Dawan and other countries to take the opportunity to take advantage of it. Today the Western Regions are divided into more than 30 countries. The power of every country is not considered strong. More conducive to control. Liu Xin can't wait to turn the more than 30 countries in the Western Regions into more than 300 countries. How could it be possible for Yutian to participate in the war against Dawan
"What are the small countries like Dawan, Shache, and Shule. The light of the fireflies dared to compete with the sun and the moon. Liu Xin's commander drew out an army at random. You can trample them down." Liu Xin picked up the glass. Said. "Come on. Don't let these trivial things ruin our drinking pleasure. Everyone will stop when they get drunk."
The banquet was so unpleasant. Until the treetops on the moon. They just left their seats. Presenting an elephant is the most interesting. Long before Liu Xin entered the city, he moved all his concubine and children to the post house temporarily. The palace was vacated and given to Liu Xin.
Liu Xin drank a few more glasses of wine. Not polite to him. He arched his hands and entered the harem. Think of it as my home completely.