Liu Xin was surprised: "Han Sheng doesn't think they deserve to die?" ”

Huang Zhong arched his hand and said: "These two guys raised troops against the lord, and it is true that there is no redemption, but they are the kings of Shule and Shache, and killing them like this may arouse the dissatisfaction of the people of the two countries, and please think twice." ”

Gu Muji and Kamberin also understood some Chinese, and knew that Huang Zhong was interceding for them, and they didn't care about continuing to eat dogs, so they hurriedly prostrated on the ground together, and said loudly: "Your Excellency, spare us, from now on, I, Shule (Shache), will be loyal to the Han and will never betray ......."

Liu Xin sneered: "You can go with confidence, Shule and Shache will definitely be loyal to the Han, and they will always be part of the Han." As for the loyalty of the two of you, keep it for the Netherworld! You don't have to go to the city gate, just rectify the Fa on the spot! ”

The soldier standing behind them kicked them to the ground, their sabers raised high, and the blood burst out, and the two great heads rolled to the side. Not far away, the captives of Shule and Shache watched their king behead like this, but buried their heads lower, for fear that the butcher's knife would be aimed at them next. This is the difference between the Hu people and the Han people, although they also know how to obey and defend the king, they will never value the life of the king above their own.

Liu Xin looked at Huang Zhong, who was stunned, and said with a smile: "Han Sheng, these two guys have already become disobedient, even if they are put back, they will have trouble sooner or later, it is better to kill them cleanly." ”

Huang Zhong hesitated: "It's just that in this way, I'm afraid it will be difficult to subdue Shule and Shache again." ”

Huang Zhong spoke out to stop Liu Xin just now, of course, he didn't pity these two kings, he felt that if these two kings were controlled, then it would be easier for the two countries of Shule and Shache to take down.

Liu Xin smiled, pointed to the group of captives and said, "Hansheng, you are wrong. Without the two obstructive guys, Shule and Shache would have been easier to handle. Isn't it the king, I'll help them set up two more. Saadin! ”

Saadin kept his head down, listening silently beside him, neither daring to leave nor interjecting, Leng Buding heard Liu Xin call his name, he couldn't help but shudder, and hurriedly asked, "What do you command?" ”

Liu Xin smiled and said: "Sa'axia, your Pishan City is too small, if Liu wants to merge Pishan into Shache, do you have any opinions?" ”

Saadin was completely panicked, no matter how small Pishan Country is, this is also his territory, and this is the inheritance passed down from his ancestors, if it weren't for this reason, it would have been merged into Shache a long time ago, how could he wait to get it today.

Seeing that Saadin didn't say a word, Liu Xin patted him lightly on the back and said with a smile: "Shachecheng is much bigger than Pishan, don't you want to live in the magnificent palace of Gumuji and hug the beautiful woman of Gumuji?" ”

Saadin woke up like a dream, but he didn't dare to believe it completely, and said cautiously: "My lord, did you ask me to move Pishan to Shache?" ”

Liu Xin saw his cautious look, and laughed: "Pishan is a city, how can you move away?" From now on, you are the king of Shache! ”

Along the way, Liu Xin can see clearly, whether it is Shanshan, Jimo or Khotan, Pishan, Shache, Shule, or even Dawan, they are actually the same race, a bit like the Europeans of later generations, and a bit like Indians of later generations, with similar appearance and customs, but they are divided into many large and small countries. That being the case, there shouldn't be any problem in merging Shache and Pishan. However, Liu Xin could not let the merged country be called Pishan, because Pishan was too small compared to Shache, and if he did so, it would cause dissatisfaction among the people of Shache. And just having Saadin be the king of Shache is completely different, anyway, these small countries can change kings faster than flipping books.

Saadin is really an interesting person, listening to Liu Xin's words, he quickly fell to the ground, and said loudly: "I, Saadin, swear to the sky, and the whole country of Shache will be loyal to the Han from now on, if you violate this oath, the sky will thunder!" ”

Liu Xin helped Saadin up, nodded with satisfaction, and said, "Go, return to Shache with your subjects, and in a few days, Liu will also appear under Shache City." By the way, don't forget to give the wealth that Gumuji has looted over the years to the subjects below. ”

When he said the last sentence, Liu Xin's eyes became sharp, he could let Saadin be the king of Shache, but he would not give the wealth accumulated by Gu Muji for many years to Saadin to enjoy, it is better to use this money to buy people's hearts.

Saadin was really thinking about the gold, silver and jewels of the Shache Palace, and was startled by Liu Xin's eyes, so he quickly put away his careful thoughts, promised again and again, and ran to the prisoner's side.

The captives had been divided into different nations, and were sitting on the ground in trepidation. Hearing that he would soon be able to return home and that he would be able to get a share of the money, the captives of Shache immediately cheered. The captives of Shule and Dawan next to them looked at each other with hot eyes, but one by one they only lowered their heads and sighed, who asked people to designate Saadin to replace King Shache instead of King Shule.

Pishan was so close that it was no more than a day's journey from Shache, and Saadin simply packed up and hurried to Shache with his princess, prince, and more than 7,000 "new" subjects. It's not that Saadin is in such a hurry to take over Gu Muji's property and women, even if he thinks so in his heart, he doesn't dare to act so obviously, it is completely Liu Xin who forced him to leave now.

Saadin took over Shache one day earlier, and Liu Xin could have a day of peace of mind. Moreover, Pishan suddenly had nearly 30,000 more prisoners, although the coalition army brought a lot of baggage with them when they came, and there was no big problem in terms of provisions, but it was a little trouble to place and take care of these prisoners, and they could only be divided into a little bit.

Liu Xin did not let these captives enter Pishan City, but carved out a large open space outside the city, established the scope of activities of these captives, and only gave them a small amount of dry food and water every day, and they could not starve to death if they did not have enough to eat. Although it is not humane, it is also a helpless thing. Although Liu Xin had already divided the remaining 7,000 cavalry into three teams and took turns to guard these unarmed captives, he would definitely not take it lightly before Wei Yan arrived with a large group of men. Now, even if these people want to run in their hearts, they will not really run away, there are no camels and horses, no dry food, and especially no water in the desert, I am afraid that they will become a dry corpse in a few days.

Wei Yan didn't let Liu Xin wait too long, and three days later, he appeared outside Pishan City with more than 50,000 horses, two days earlier than Liu Xin expected. The reason why Wei Yan came so quickly was thanks to the king of Khotan, who mobilized the people to donate all the camels and horses in his family for these Han infantry to ride. And the most important thing to thank is the guide Baguli.

Bagul was really a good guide who was dutiful, and in order to report to Wei Yan, he rushed back to Xicheng overnight, and worked tirelessly to bring Wei Yan's brigade here.

After listening to what happened, Liu Xin nodded with satisfaction, and suddenly his heart moved, and asked, "Baguli, I remember that you seem to be from Shule." ”

When Liu Xin was still in the Khotanese palace, Baguli knew that the king of Shule was going to murder Liu Xin, and when he heard Liu Xin suddenly ask about his identity, he couldn't help but be surprised, turned over and bowed to the ground, and said loudly: "The conscience of heaven and earth, I Baguli only knows how to be a competent guide, and I have never done anything to be sorry for adults!" ”

Liu Xin didn't expect that his simple words would scare Baguli like this, and couldn't help but smile and let him stand up, deliberately ease the atmosphere, and said: "Baguli, your loyal Liu believes it." I don't know if you're married? ”

Baguli sighed and said: "The villain has been poor since he was a child, how can any woman be willing to marry the villain, it would be good to be able to fill her stomach." ”

Liu Xin continued to ask, "Then what else do you have at home?" ”

Baguli shook his head and said, "The villain's parents passed away a few years ago, and he didn't leave any family business. If it weren't for the fact that the villain couldn't survive, who would want to come out to be a guide when the horse bandits were rampant? ”

"Don't worry, the days will be better in the future. And you came out to be a guide this time, and it won't be a loss to meet me. Liu Xin patted him on the shoulder, comforted him a few words, and asked, "How much do you know about King Shule?" ”

Baguli waved his hand hurriedly and said: "The little one is just a pariah, and he has absolutely no contact with the king, please be aware of it." ”

Liu Xin smiled and said, "If there was no in the past, it does not mean that there will be no in the future." ”

Wasn't Kamberyn the king of Shule dead? But what does Liu Xin mean by this? Bagul couldn't figure it out, and said in a daze: "My lord, you ......"

Liu Xin raised his head and looked at the sky in the west, and said slowly: "Baguli, for the sake of your loyalty, Liu has decided to give you a great future." ”

"Thank you for your kindness, but the small people are only shallow in their studies, and I am afraid it will be difficult for them to take on the position of counselor." Baguli suddenly remembered what Liu Xin had said some time ago, excused himself, and said, "However, the villain will definitely do his best." ”

When he was in Shanshan, Liu Xin saw that Baguli was diligent in his work, and did say that when the Western Regions Protectorate was established, he would make him a counselor. At that time, Liu Xin just said it casually, but Baguli kept it in his heart. He didn't know what the official position of counselor was, and he didn't know what he needed to do, but he really cared about this position, at least it would save him from the fatigue of running around.

But I heard Liu Xin laugh and said: "Baguli, Baguli, you are too petty, how can a counselor be enough?" I will make you king, the king of Shule! ”