"You've got a heart!" , Li Chengji saw that Zhu Qing was thinking about it, and looked cautious, and said softly.

In the end, Zhuqing is a girl who has been serving herself by her side since she crossed over. Even if the mind is a little impetuous, it can be tolerant.

After all, on weekdays, she often follows Zhuqing's thoughts. Therefore, the nature of the mind is also used to coming out.

Now beating one or two is enough to make Zhuqing correct his mentality.

Hearing such words of relief at the moment, Zhuqing almost couldn't hold back her tears. also from the beginning of entering the house, Li Chengji deliberately snubbed her. This made her heart feel as uncomfortable as a pinprick in her heart.

Seeing this, Ayina, who was clear-minded, hurriedly made a false gesture. Only then did Zhu Qing bow slightly, calming his mind a little.

Later, Li Chengji went to the study room where he was handling official business and meeting with his courtiers. Seeing that the place is not small, it is well arranged. Satisfied, he went back to his room to rest for a while and prepare for the evening feast.

At this time, the Turkestan Mountains north of Hazhong Province. During the Samanid period, it was a natural barrier that prevented the Turkic tribes from moving south. Therefore, it was given the name of Turkestan by the locals.

It is a pity that the decline of a dynasty does not sit back and relax because of the advantages of the terrain. Therefore, no matter how high and dangerous the Turkestan Mountains are, they cannot stop the iron hooves of the Turkic tribes.

At the moment in the north of the Turkestan Mountains, the town of Chaik. There are more than 20 blue wooden houses, and seven or eight earthy yellow Ayiwang houses, some of which are densely distributed near the small river at the foot of the mountain.

It's the only local water source! Every year, when the snow and ice melt in the spring, the water flows. If it's too late, it'll be back underground.

Therefore, every household has built a deep water cellar. So that when the river rises, it will store enough fresh water for a year.

In the territory of the Turkestan Mountains, this method of storing water is not uncommon.

Stretching north along the foot of the mountain, the river disappears into the endless green fields. Three or two milk-white tents are scattered among them, like pearls left in the world. Farther away, you can see a large number of grazing sheep, quiet and peaceful.

This is the Southern Hunger Prairie in Spring!

It covers an area of more than 10,000 square kilometers and precipitation is scarce. It is located between the Khuzhang River (Syr Darya) and the Turkestan Mountains. To the west is the Kizilkum Desert, which is a Jedi of life and death. To the east, it is connected to the Fergana Basin, which is a good land with abundant water and grass suitable for farming.

To the south is a valley called Kert Bay. It connects Hezhong Province and the South Hungry Grassland, and the location is relatively critical.

For thousands of years, hundreds of battles have taken place on this grassland. For example, during the Samanid period, the Persians and Turks fought repeatedly in the southern hungry steppes. During the period of the Seljuk Empire, it was here that the Dezong Yelu Dashi, who moved westward, defeated the Seljuk Sultan Sanjar.

Later, in order to reflect the great power prestige of Western Liao, the city of Suzunasha and the three towns of Sabata, Zamein, and Chaik in the north of the Turkestan Mountains were all given by Dezong to the jurisdiction of the Western Qarakhanid.

The two sides are bounded by the Kuzhang River, and they have been at peace for decades.

At that time, the Sultan of the Western Qarakhanid was still grateful to Dezong for his gift of the city. Although a large territory, including the Ferghana Basin, was originally the territory of the Western Qarakhanate.

But as a defeated country! Without depriving the entire territory, it is already the best result.

That's why the sultan of the Western Qarakhanid State is so grateful.

At this time, it was the closest town to the west among the three towns and one city. The town of Chaik is close to the northern exit of Crewe Bay, and there is a constant flow of business travel. The sound of the bell hanging on the camel's neck resounded throughout the official road.

But suddenly, the sound of clattering horses' hooves came from Kett Bay. The ground rumbled, and a muffled sound could be heard.

Business travelers who often come to walk on the official road know what this means. Hurriedly led the camel and quickly avoided both sides of the official road.

After a while, a large group of soldiers dressed in black robes, covered with black scarves on their faces, and pinned with a golden flower on their chests galloped out of the mouth of Ket Bay. Each rode on two horses, as fast as lightning.

"It's the Holy Maidens! It's the Holy Maidens of the Seven Princesses! When the sharp-eyed businessman saw it, his face immediately eased and he said happily.

In the realm of the river, there is almost no one who does not know the prestige of the Seven Princesses. Especially the business travelers who come and go, they regard the seven princesses as great benefactors. Because in the early years, bandits were rampant on official roads.

In the past, the merchant travelers were plundered. Later, it was the Seventh Princess, who led the Holy Maiden Army in her own hands, and swept away the bandits along the way. The entire official road has since become a broad road.

The generals who defended and protected the bandits were also punished for this.

The people of Chaike Town, who were originally facing the enemy, also relented and opened the fence that fell at the entrance of the town.

"This female officer, I don't know what you are doing here?" , a respected imam, walked up to a female soldier who looked like a commander and spoke up.

Since the Western Qarakhanid has Islam as the state religion! Therefore, the location of the Ima destination can be respected by others. Therefore, under normal circumstances, the towns will elect imams to negotiate with foreign forces.

"Has a man named Tabarani in your town been here lately?" But Har jumped off his horse and said with some respect.

The wrinkled imam was stunned for only a moment, and then responded, "Just yesterday, this person came to the town to buy a large amount of food. ”。

"And he's still in town?" But Har glanced at Princess Degunaba and asked.

The imam then summoned a man and received his message. Tabarani is still in the town.

When Princess Degunaba, who was sitting on horseback, heard this, she immediately let the man lead her and took him right. Not only that, but the six entourages brought with him were also wiped out.

But these are the followers of the Assasins. Their stronghold is in a cave in the Turkestan Mountains. Because it is located in the heart of the mountains, the road is difficult to navigate. So for ordinary people, it is difficult to find its existence.

Princess Degunaba also made good preparations, until everything was ready, and finally led a large group of people into the mountains to encircle and suppress. This has been nearly three months since the agreement between her and Li Chengji.

From this, it can also be seen that she is a very cautious person.

But it's not all about preparation. But at the beginning, she discussed it with Li Chengji. Will send part of the main force to help Lee Seung-ji destroy the stronghold of the Assasin faction.

But later, Li Chengji completely became the shopkeeper. Not only was no one sent, but they also ignored the matter.

This made Degunaba, who was in a hurry to complete the deal and get Tuwugedi from Li Chengji, have to be angry and work hard to complete this important task of suppressing thieves.

It's also Li Chengji's noble man who forgets things! Because of the affairs of Khorasan, this trivial matter was forgotten. In addition, Degunaba didn't know that the letter was urging him, so that Li Chengji, who was now busy governing Khorasan and worrying about family affairs, couldn't remember this matter.

Degunaba couldn't understand! Therefore, in my heart, I have already lost my impression of Li Chengji, and I have fallen several levels.