There must be a "brave" husband under the reward. Except for those who have died in the rebellion. Nearly a hundred bandit leaders, large and small, were quickly identified. There are also a few of them who are originally Xiaoyou. Now he has been falsely accused of being the bandit leader. But dozens of people shouted in unison. Where did Liu Xin's effort go to screen one by one. All in one fell swoop. What Liu Xin wanted was only a deterrent to the horse bandits in the Western Regions. The goal is achieved. But they will not consider fairness and justice for them.
Those gangsters who "courageously" identify the gang leader won the reward that Liu Xin promised on the spot. It's just that Liu Xin didn't carry so much cash. All the money issued to them were Dahan Bank's bank notes. The denomination is one hundred taels. Take these beautiful colorful pieces of paper. The gangsters were dumbfounded. But no one dared to show dissatisfaction at all.
Liu Xin said. These banknotes work better in Dahan than cash. If you don't believe it. They can take these banknotes and exchange them at the Dahan Bank located in Yumen Pass. Of course. If they find it inconvenient. You can also redeem merchandise from the Dahan Caravan with a silver ticket. The gangsters left here dejectedly. No one dared to go to Yumen Pass. As for the Han caravan, I don’t know that the year of the monkey will come to the Western Regions.
It is said that after the gangsters who identified the bandit leader go back. I feel like I have been fooled by Liu Xin. I cursed him a thousand times in my heart. Many people tore up that colorful silver ticket. Or burn to ashes in a fire. Until a month later. The number of big Han caravans entering the Western Regions increased one after another. Only one gangster tried to take a silver ticket to exchange for items from the caravan. It can be discounted to one hundred and five taels of cash. After the news spread. There are many people who regret their intestines. This is just a later story. Let's not mention it for now.
Cut off the head. The next step is to clean the battlefield. This is also one of the daily training content of the Han army. But half an hour's work. It has been cleaned up. The corpses of those horse bandits. Whether it was shot to death by random arrows. Still burned to death by the fire. Or it was split into several pieces by a saber. And the horses and camels that were killed and wounded. They are also buried. Anyway, this is the desert. Digging a shallow hole is not very strenuous.
There are already 8,000 cavalry assembled in front of Liu Xin. In addition to the five thousand cavalry accompanying him. The other three thousand cavalrymen came to join the ambush overnight after receiving the news. Liu Xin must lead these eight thousand cavalry to Pishan as soon as possible. because. If he estimated it well. The three-nation coalition forces of Dawan, Shule, and Shache will also appear in Pishan in recent days. Since Pishan King Saadin is so active. Liu Xin naturally wanted to ensure the safety of Pishan. He wants to defeat the three-nation coalition forces in one fell swoop with the momentum of thunder.
Liu Xin picked a hundred elite from the team. These one hundred people will stay to escort Bakulei and the women who pretended to be his family members back to Xicheng. Now there is Saadin in the team. Naturally, a dedicated guide is no longer needed. but. Pull Coulee is still competent. Moreover, the brigade led by Wei Yan also needs to be taken to Pishan by him. Although cleared out half of the cloud gang. But it is hard to guarantee that there are still little gangsters ready to move. Liu Xin naturally wanted to ensure the safety of Bacouli. but. On the way back. When should you leave? When should I rest? But it is entirely up to Bacouli. No one embarrassed him anymore.
This is not the wide and flat road Liu Xin built in the Central Plains. It's a desert where wind and sand are raging and the heat is unbearable. Less than half way ahead. They walked for three full days. Although there is a reason why Liu Xin deliberately slowed down. But the remaining half of the road has to arrive in one day. It is a difficult task.
Although Saadin lives in the desert all year round. But I also feel that this is an almost impossible task. He just thought of a word to persuade. But seeing Liu Xin's determined eyes. Opened his mouth. Still held back.
The soldiers began to get busy. Doing various preparations. These soldiers have been stationed in Liangzhou for nearly a year. Liangzhou also has deserts. They often go to the desert to practice long-distance marches. Know what to do.
All the horseshoes are wrapped in cloth strips. This is not done to prevent noise. Because running in the sand. Even if the sound occurs, it is extremely limited. Don't look at it's dawn now. There was a hint of coolness all around. But wait until the sun comes out. Especially at noon. The gravel on the ground tends to be hot from the sun. under these circumstances. The horses of the Han army with iron paws are more likely to burn their hoofs than ordinary horses. So first wrap the horseshoe.
Many unnecessary equipment was also abandoned on the side of the road. All soldiers carried only bows and arrows, sabers and three days of dry food. After all, Pishan is just a small country. Even if you can get there on time. Liu Xin couldn't guarantee that they would be able to afford 8,000 people. Bring an extra day's dry food. Perhaps it will be able to support the arrival of Wei Yan's army.
But there is one thing. No one abandoned it. That is water. Not only that. Even the water bag that has been emptied. Everyone insisted on taking it around. Even to reduce the burden. Throw away the money. No one gave up the water bag. Because everyone knows. March in the desert. The most important thing is water. Not only people need water. Even their good partner warhorse can't do without water.
After a cup of tea. The cavalry regrouped. Liu Xin waved a big hand. A cloud of dust and smoke rolled up on the sand. Go straight in the direction of Pishan. at this time. The dark cloud covering the moon has disappeared. Under the bright moonlight. A team of knights ran west silently. The night in the desert is strangely cold. The soldiers threw away the excess clothes again. Some people's faces have been blown purple by the wind. But no one spoke. No one complained. Even the horse didn't bother to neigh. at last. A ray of dawn rose in the east. Everyone feels a little warm now.
The team rested behind a sand dune. Eat something. Feed the war horse for a while. Then continue on the road. Although the sky is bright. But marching in the desert is still boring. The surrounding scenery is exactly the same. Except for occasionally you can see a few dead Populus trees still standing. The eyes are full of yellow sand. while walking. It got hot this day. The knight on the horse was dizzy with heat. The **'s war horse also "huhhuh" panting heavily.
Because it is a rapid march now. It can't be compared to walking slowly. People and horses are a lot tired. Mercedes Benz for an hour. An oasis appeared in front. That is a small village in the desert. Liu Xin immediately ordered a rest. In fact, it can't be regarded as a rest. Although stopped moving forward. The soldiers can't be free. Although one by one was already tired and sweating profusely. But we must seize the time to replenish water. Fill the portable water bag full. Feed the horses. You also need to untie the cloth strips wrapped around the horseshoe. Lead the horse to the lake for a bath. It is clean. It is also cooling down. To ensure that the horse has enough physical strength.
that's all. From the early morning until the evening. Came to a small village again. And the sky darkened again. The whole team is already exhausted. Still failed to reach Pishan. Saadin hit his horse and came to Liu Xin's side. Said: "My lord. This place belongs to Pishan area. Xiao Wang asked the villagers just now. They have not heard of any foreign enemy invading Pishan City. From here to Pishan normal march is only half a day's journey. It is better to stay in the village first. Take a rest here. It’s not too late to continue on the road tomorrow."
Liu Xin waved her hand. Said: "This village is too small. It can't accommodate these many people. And our tents were all burned down last night. You can't let the soldiers sleep in the cold. Since there is only half a day's journey from here to Pishan. Let's Just work harder. Try to get to Pishan within two hours."
Regardless of Saadin's dissuasion. The brigade left the small village. Continue to gallop towards Pishan City. Finally came to Pishan City in the middle of the night. Pishan City at this time. The city gate has long been closed. but. There is Pishan King Saadin. Don't worry about not being able to open the city gate.
Entered Pishan City. Saadin felt like he was going to collapse. But seeing those young Han soldiers still maintain a neat formation and upright posture. He had no choice but to support himself. But his heart has already admired this army. He didn't know. The reason why the soldiers of the Han army were able to survive without a single one left behind. All benefited from their usual hard to almost demanding training. As for Liu Xin. Because I insist on practicing every day. His physique is not comparable to ordinary people.
Saadin asked briefly about the situation in the city. He quickly walked to Liu Xin's side. Tell Liu Xin. In the few days I left. No abnormality was found in Pishan City. then. Saadin warmly invited Liu Xin to sleep in his palace tonight.
When in the West Side. Saadin had already seen King Xianxiang of Taitian cede his palace to Liu Xin's temporary residence. Yutian is much stronger than his Pishan. Now that the elephant is presented, they are willing to give up their palace. Then he has any hesitation. and so. When he invited Liu Xin to live in the palace. A look of sincerity.
Liu Xin smiled. Said: "No need. You have suffered a lot along the way. Hurry back and rest. I live with my soldiers. By the way. You just have to find some warm clothes and quilts."
This is an age of privilege. No one will ask for equality between officers and soldiers. If Liu Xin lived in the warm palace by himself. He even carried a few more beauties in his arms. It is also a normal thing in the eyes of others. But Liu Xin didn't think so. He wants to share the joys and sorrows with his soldiers. Soon there will be a big battle waiting for these young soldiers. The biggest factor that determines the outcome of a war is still people. Morale plays a vital role here.
really. I learned that Liu Xin would stay with them tonight. The whole team is boiling. The fatigue caused by running through the desert all day and night seemed to disappear without a trace.
Saadin could not persuade Liu Xin. I had to drag my tired body back to the palace. He is so tired today. Even the princess who had been a few days old wanted to make friends with him. He can't lift the energy. He snored as soon as his head hit the pillow.
This sleep. Saadin slept deeply. I have never slept so sweetly before. suddenly. He was shaken from his sleep. Saadin opened his eyes laboriously. I saw his princess said anxiously: "My lord. You will wake up soon. There are many military horses outside the city."