After 36 minutes of galloping, we arrived at Xingqi City.
Breaking Wind Thunder rushed into the palace like a bolt of lightning. It came so fast that even the blood stains on its body were not refreshed. When it arrived outside the hall, it canceled its mount and carried the blood-stained Qixing Longyuan to the palace.
"grown ups!"
The two golden-armored guards stretched out their hands: "You are not allowed to bring swords to the palace..."
At this moment, Luo Qingyi's voice came from the hall: "Who is it?"
"It's me, Ding Muchen, your highness."
"Oh, let Master Ding Muchen come in."
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
…
Stepping into the hall, all the civil and military ministers on both sides looked over. Lin Xingchu, Xiyang, and the only remaining commander of the four halls, Lu Xu, and others were there. Lin Xingchu's beautiful eyes looked at my armor stained with blood, and couldn't help but He looked a little moved and said, "Ding Muchen, where are you from?"
"The Protectorate of the Western Regions." I said softly.
"The Protectorate of the Western Regions..."
Luo Qingyi put on the robe of the empress, stood up from the throne suddenly, rushed in front of me with a single step, held my hand tightly, and said: "After Commander Lieutenant dies in battle, our army will no longer be able to attack the West." The Jade Gate is closed, tell me quickly, what is the current situation in the Western Region Protectorate... The body of Commander Lieutenant is again... "
I gave a bitter smile: "We just fought a tragic victory in the Western Region Protectorate, and basically wiped out the opponent's main force from the Western Region Protectorate, but they will definitely come back. As for the body of Lieutenant General... I'm afraid it's... It has been refreshed a long time ago..."
Luo Qingyi looked "???", then frowned and said, "You mean, it's possible for the Western Region Protectorate to be recovered, right?"
"right."
I nodded: "Just today, we successively recaptured Hanyue County, Linfeng County, Wuque County and other counties, and the siege of Loulan City is about to be solved. The reason why I came back this time is that I hope His Highness can provide reinforcements." I have supplies and men.”
"oh?"
Luo Qingyi's beautiful eyes were filled with passion, and she said, "You tell me, I will definitely do my best to make it happen for you."
"good."
I felt confident and said: "We who guard the Western Region Protectorate have decided to retake Jiuquan Pass through a blitzkrieg. As long as Jiuquan Pass is in our hands, the entire Western Region can be recovered. However, the city wall of Jiuquan Pass is damaged." It’s serious, it’s no longer that strong, so I hope His Highness can give me a group of craftsmen and supplies, the more the better. As long as Jiuquan Pass is repaired, we may be able to regain the entire territory of the Western Region Protectorate.”
After Luo Qingyi heard this, he bit his red lips. After thinking for a long time, he walked up the royal steps again. When he turned around, his robes fluttered, showing the majesty of an emperor. He said: "Minister of the Ministry of Industry, how many craftsmen can we gather in a short time?" To build Jiuquan Pass?"
The Minister of Industry held a jade wat in his hand and said in a deep voice: "There are about... five thousand people, most of whom are masons. As far as the old minister knows, there are many stones in the mountains around Jiuquan Pass, which can be mined on the spot, as long as His Majesty gives the order. , the old minister immediately mobilized the manpower and asked them to bring the tools and follow Lord Ding Muchen to the Western Territory."
"Okay, do it immediately!"
"yes!"
Luo Qingyi continued: "The situation in the Western Region is already quite dangerous at this time. It is naturally impossible to rely on Ding Muchen alone to escort him. How about this? Where is Lin Yi?"
Among the crowd of generals, a young general stood out, wearing a long sword on his waist and three gold stars on his collar. He was a general and the former leader of the Julu City Giant Elephant Cavalry Regiment. Now he has been promoted continuously due to his repeated military exploits. At level 3, he clasped his fists and said in a deep voice: "The general is here, please give me your orders!"
Luo Qingyi nodded and said: "You can lead the 400,000 cavalry from Julu City and follow Ding Muchen to the Western Region Protectorate. In addition, I am allocating a thousand heavy cannons, ten thousand powerful crossbows, and two thousand crossbow carriages and ballistae to you." , I hope you will fulfill your mission and guard the western gateway of the empire. In addition... after leaving Yumen Pass in the west, you must obey Ding Muchen's orders. He is the chief general and you are the deputy general. Do you understand?"
"Yes, I will obey the order!"
With that said, Lin Yi walked up to me and smiled slightly: "Master Ding Muchen, we have another chance to fight side by side!"
I was ecstatic: "Yeah!"
With these 400,000 elite NPCs led by Lin Yi, we have the strength of at least 2 million more players. If these NPCs obey my words, then no matter whether it is offense or defense, they will at least be enough to give the people in the Indian server a good meal!
…
After leaving the hall, craftsmen mobilized from the Ministry of Industry were constantly being refreshed outside. Each of them held tools such as hammers and sickles, as well as some heavy equipment such as carriages. Lin Yi also went to gather troops outside the city. , the moment I walked down the steps, a familiar voice came from behind: "Ding Muchen..."
It was Lin Xingchu calling me.
Turning around and looking at her in military uniform, I couldn't help but smile and said, "What's the matter, Mr. Xingchu?"
"I have something to tell you..."
She pursed her red lips, looking like she was hesitating to speak, and there was a hint of exhaustion written on her pretty face.
"Okay, find a place where no one is around."
"Um!"
We walked into the Royal Garden side by side, and Lin Xingchu said to a guard: "I don't want to see anyone nearby."
"Yes, Grand Duke!"
The surrounding maids and waiters dispersed one by one, leaving only Lin Xingchu and I standing under the rockery beside the pond, watching the willow leaves floating on the water and the fish pecking.
"What's going on, Mr. Xingchu?" I asked.
Lin Xingchu looked at me with a pair of beautiful eyes, and said: "You know, Qingyi ascended to the throne with my support. Now she is the real Emperor Xia, but she relies on me more and more day by day. "
"Isn't this a good thing?"
"No."
She shook her head slightly and said: "As of today, I have controlled more than 70% of the empire's military power, and Bailu City is my fiefdom, so... I am worried that one day, I will become the one with the greatest achievements in people's eyes. Man, if I, who hold great power, make Qingyi suspicious, I'm afraid the trust between us will fall apart."
"Then...why did Duke Xingchu come to me?"
"Looking for an answer."
She sighed quietly, looked at the green water, and said: "What do you think... What should I do to completely eliminate Qingyi's doubts about me and let her know... I, Lin Xingchu, am devoted to the Xia Clan and have never thought about my own honor or disgrace?" "
I was lost in thought.
After a few minutes, he looked up at her and said, "There is a way."
"any solution?"
"Decentralization."
"How to divide?" She was confused.
I smiled slightly and said: "Actually, the previous Xia Emperor Lu Shanhe was very good at strategizing. Not only did he ennoble Xingchu Gong and Tianmu Gong, he also ennobled four palace commanders to rule the army respectively. , in this way, power can be divided and the princes of all parties can check and balance each other, while he can control the power of the world. Since Lu Shanhe can do this, why doesn't Duke Xingchu let Qingyi follow suit? Now the four palace commanders have died in the battle. Third, this is an excellent opportunity. You can personally advise Qingyi and ask her to re-distribute the commanders of the four palaces, and even allocate part of her military power to show her intention."
Lin Xingchu's beautiful eyes lit up, and he couldn't help but smile. He lightly hit the armor on my chest with his pink fist, and said with a smile: "You brat, if I really have you, why didn't I think of re-canonizing the palace commander? If this is the case, Qingyi will not only be able to confer the title of Commander-in-Chief of his own general, but he will also be able to legitimately divide his troops from me."
"Um."
I nodded: "That's right. Without checks and balances, something will happen naturally. As long as you say this, Mr. Xingchu, Qingyi is so smart, how can she not understand your thoughts? She will still continue to rely on you, After all, you are the number one general of the Xia clan, and Qingyi needs you to support Sheji for her."
Lin Xingchu smiled lightly: "Well, I understand, thank you, go and recover your Western Region Protector's Mansion quickly? Maybe... when I advise Qingyi, leave a position of palace commander for you? With your military exploits , and Qingyi’s trust in you, as long as I open my mouth, she will definitely canonize you, believe me."
"No."
I shook my head: "I'm used to being carefree and carefree. I don't want to be a palace commander. Being a Dragon Cavalry General in the Dragon Domain is enough for me. In short, everything is for the prosperity of the Xia clan!"
"Yeah! For the prosperity of the Xia clan!"
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Outside the city, there was a huge army of soldiers and horses. Lin Yi put on his armor, rode his horse forward, saluted respectfully, and said: "Sir, the men, horses, craftsmen, and supplies have been prepared. We can set off immediately!"
"lets go!"
"yes!"
Summoning the Breaking Wind Thunder, he got on his horse and headed north with a large group of NPCs. Behind him, the five major cavalry regiments of Julu City were there, as well as some infantry shield soldiers, archers, artillery, etc., and Su La was among them, riding a white horse, walking side by side with me. It was nice to meet old friends along the way, chatting and laughing.
…
An hour later, we passed Yumen Pass and followed the official road in the south to Jiuquan Pass.
Just after one o'clock in the morning, there was a beep, and a voice call came from Dong Xiaoyu. Her voice was full of excitement and excitement, and she said: "Master Xi, I have some good news for you!"
"Oh, what's the good news?" I asked with a smile.
She said happily: "Today's decisive battle in the Western Region Protectorate was named the Battle of Hanyue County by the Virtual Department. Some people even proposed to name it the Great Victory of Hanyue County. In one fell swoop, all the main forces of the Indian server were wiped out, and nearly 800W were wiped out. Man, this credit is too great, the upper management of the Virtual Department is considering rewarding the important participants in this battle!"
"Huh~~~~"
I took a deep breath and said with a smile: "So, the downgrades of so many of our Beichen brothers were not in vain. Finally, someone praises us?"
"Uh-huh."
Dong Xiaoyu smiled and said: "Tomorrow morning at the latest, the award announcement will be posted on the official website of the Virtual Department. At that time, it will be promoted on all platforms, and we at Yueheng China will also help promote it."
"Okay, got it!"
"Keep up the good work!"
"certainly!"
A few minutes later, a message from "Di" came from the lingering smoke: "Jiuquan Pass has been taken! When will your craftsmen arrive?"
"In about four hours."
"Okay, I'll wait for you!"
"Um!"