After listening to Situ Liang's return, Zhao Xun was also determined to fight with Wusun Kingdom. Otherwise, this Wusun Congress is becoming more and more excessive. Don't be afraid of the other party and retreat, but I'm afraid that Zhao Jun wants to gain a foothold here, which is not an easy thing. On the contrary, if the Wusun Kingdom is defeated, the more than ten small countries that still exist around the Gaochang Kingdom and the Qiuzi Kingdom will surrender one by one.

"Lord, we know from the details of the Qiuzi Kingdom and the words of the envoys of the Wusun Kingdom that the Wusun Kingdom once sent people to secretly communicate with the King of Qiuzi Hali. However, fortunately, King Khali of Qiuzi did not stand with the Wusun Kingdom, otherwise, we are afraid that our trouble will be even greater. Situ Liang said in a condensed voice.

Zhao Xun sneered: "If King Qiuzi is not a stupid person, he should understand that it is much better under our Zhao army than under Wusun Kingdom. Now the Gaochang Kingdom and the Yanqi Kingdom in the north are gone, and more than a dozen small countries are gone. If the Wusun Kingdom occupies this place, will he be able to escape from the Guizi Kingdom? ”

"The occupation of Wusun will not open the way with policy and economic means like we do. They fought in the civil war in the Western Regions, and that was at the cost of destroying the country. However, this also reminds us that the current situation in the country of Qiuzi is indeed a very threatening existence for the moment. ”

Zhang Yuanjing said in a deep voice: "The lord 'wants' to do it to the Guizi Kingdom first? ”

Zhao Xun shook his head and said: "No, it's not a direct use of force against the Qiuzi Kingdom, this time the Wusun Kingdom must take action, then, the dispatch of troops must be taken by surprise, so it is an excellent place to dispatch from the direction of the Qiuci Kingdom." As he spoke, Zhao Xun tapped lightly at the Shanhaiguan Map.

Situ Liang and Zhang Yuanjing looked at Zhao Xun's point, and couldn't help but nod secretly in unison, Situ Liang said: "This 'fat' city is located in the north behind Xisha City, and there are city guards all around, which is where Wusun Kingdom is now hoarding logistics materials. However, even if you send troops from the country of Qiuzi, you have to be careful, after all, this is going to cross two cities. ”

Zhang Yuanjing said with a smile: "I think it is extremely feasible, Brother Situ, you negotiate with the envoy of Wusun Kingdom, so that the other party thinks that we are powerless to do anything to it at the moment." And we led the army into the country of Qiuci, but it can make the people of the country of Wusun think that we are going to rectify the country of Qiuci. After all, while the Kingdom of Qiuzi is an ally, it is not under our rule. ”

"Not only that, but we can even get some news from the Kingdom of Qiuci that we are very dissatisfied with King Qiuci's secret connection with the Kingdom of Wusun. In this way, it will make Wusun Kingdom think that we are busy cleaning up the Guizi Kingdom now. Of course, we also have to let the current king of Gaochang pass on a letter of state and veto the edict of the previous king Gaoya to cede the thirteen cities in the west. ”

Situ Liang said: "That's fine, the next thing is the battle of the raid." Wusun Kingdom raided Qiuzi Kingdom, but when it comes to raids, I, Zhao Army, are no worse than them. In the country of Qiuzi, it can also provide us with guidance. Well...... Sending troops into the country of Qiuci is indeed a good way. I wonder who the Lord wants to send this time? ”

Zhao Xun said with a smile: "This time the king went in person, although this time it is for the affairs of Wusun Kingdom. But this country really needs to be solved. In any case, this prince is in person, and it can be regarded as giving him, the king of Qiuzi, a step. If you know the current affairs, it is naturally the highest, and if you don't know the current affairs, this king does not mind changing the monarch. ”

The Zhao army and the Wusun army, each based on the city, seemed to have entered a period of peace. However, whether it is the soldiers of the Zhao army or the soldiers of the Wusun Kingdom, they are all preparing for war. Both sides also know that it is absolutely impossible to stop here. In the western part of the Gaochang Kingdom, it was absolutely impossible without a war. However, no matter who they are, they are restraining their desire to fight and are actively preparing......

At this time, Zhao Xun took 10,000 and the pro-guard army and 20,000 town soldiers, and drove towards the country of Qiuzi. Of course, before the operation, the military order of King Zhao had been transmitted.

At this moment, in the Western Regions, the total number of town soldiers transferred by the Zhao army to this place is only more than 75,000 people, plus more than 10,000 personal guards, the Zhao army has less than 100,000 town soldiers in this huge area. However, under the mobilization and preparation of more than half a year, at this time, in the area occupied by the Zhao army, there were no less than 100,000 troops. Most of these soldiers were displaced people and soldiers from all over the country in the past, especially the soldiers of the Liangzhou army in Liangzhou.

These soldiers had no land, and most of them were willing to move here and settle down here under the condition that Zhao Xun gave him a heavy reward. Of course, the most important thing is that many of them are single. Zhao Jun encouraged these soldiers to settle down here, marry and have children here. Of course, most of these garrisons began to be transformed into local garrisons, that is, the inspection divisions between the government soldiers, the county soldiers and the most basic towns and villages.

Therefore, although Zhao Xun mobilized 30,000 troops at a time, it did not affect the rule of the Zhao army over the local area. The Yanqi Kingdom, the Gaochang Kingdom, and the surrounding small states that were destroyed had become accustomed to the jurisdiction of the Zhao army. As for those paranoia, they have long been swept away by the Zhao army and the local garrison.

For the arrival of King Zhao in person, the whole country of Qiuzi began to feel uneasy. Of course, what they were uneasy about was not Zhao Xun's arrival, but the 30,000 Zhao troops who rushed with Zhao Xun.

You must know that at this moment, there are only thirty or forty thousand soldiers in the territory of Qiuzi Country. The other 30,000 soldiers, who are also the more powerful troops of the Qiuzi Kingdom, have been raided by the Wusun State army in the western part of the Gaochang Kingdom, and the rest have also been divided and disintegrated by the Zhao army, and they have gradually been drawn into their hands.

That's right, most of the 17,000 troops and Qiuzi troops stationed in Langcheng and other five cities are controlled by the Zhao army. The new commanders of each ministry were also replaced by Zhao Jun as generals and colonels attached to their own side. In addition, the various ministries were completely reorganized by the Zhao army on the grounds of the reorganization of the army, and the original establishment was completely dispersed. In addition, the grain and grass materials of this army have also begun to be reissued by the logistics department controlled by Zhao Jun, so that they have also begun to enjoy much higher treatment than in the territory of Qiuzi Country. Of course, they naturally can't be compared with Zhao Jun. However, it was enough to make these soldiers switch allegiances.

After the Wusun Kingdom occupied the thirteen cities in the west, the remaining 17,000 soldiers of the Qiuci Kingdom had already cut off contact with the Qiuci Kingdom. In addition, Zhao Xun deliberately did so, so more than a month after being raided, these remnants of the Guizi Kingdom were annexed by the Zhao army in another way.

For the situation of these more than 17,000 soldiers, the current important ministers and kings of the Qiuzi Kingdom already know. However, there is nothing they can do about it. His own soldiers were attacked and fell into the territory of Gaochang Kingdom, and the other party provided support, which is understandable, and these more than 17,000 soldiers must not be starved to death.

Because the ultimate goal of the Zhao army this time is to raid the 'fat' city, the logistics center of the Wusun Kingdom, from the flank. Therefore, Zhao Xun needs to take the country of Qiuzi as his main target on the surface this time. Therefore, after the news of Zhao Xun's arrival in Qiuci Kingdom reached the capital of the king of Qiuci, many ministers' faces changed dramatically. In the territory of Yanqi Kingdom and Gaochang Kingdom, what is the outcome of the royal family and Dacheng, they are naturally very clear.

They don't want to die in the "war" like the ministers of Yanqi and Gaochang. As for King Qiuzi, he also did not have a good face, after all, the purpose of Zhao Jun's coming was his country. In addition, it is rumored that the purpose of King Zhao's visit to Qiuci Country this time is related to the secret collusion between Qiuci Kingdom and Wusun Kingdom. Ha Li, I can't help but be nervous. He is secretly in contact with Wusun Kingdom, and it is impossible that there is no rumor at all.

King Ha Li of Qiuzi hurriedly called Bai Yi and asked him about the news of King Zhao's personal arrival. Bai Yi knew the exact news of why King Zhao went straight to the country of Qiuzi this time? However, after listening to Halli's words, Bai Yi also understood what Halley was worried about.

"Your Majesty, at this moment, I am afraid that Zhao Jun already knows about the fact that the king has contacted the envoy of Wusun Kingdom. However, it did not have any adverse effect on the intraocular pressure battle. Even, the king rejected the intention of Wusun Kingdom to win over. King Zhao is here, and he will never attack the king, nor will he attack the ministers of the royal capital. Hearing that Han Li had the intention of gathering troops to protect himself and fighting to the death with the Zhao army, Bai Yi said repeatedly.

Bai Yike has seen how powerful Zhao Jun is, he handles the affairs of Qiuzi State, and he also knows the strength of Zhao Jun from other aspects. If there is a conflict with the Zhao army, even if King Zhao does not want to use force this time, he will become unable to take the country of Qiuci. At that time, there will be rivers of blood. You must know that using force against King Zhao is a more dangerous thing than directly confronting the Zhao army. When the time comes, the angry Zhao army soldiers will not raze the country of Qiuzi to the ground?

"But King Zhao is here, and the army is here in person, this ......" Han Li's face was solemn, and there was even a trace of panic in it.

"Your Majesty, the reason why the King of Zhao is here is because my Qiuzi Kingdom is outside the confrontation between the Wusun Kingdom and the Zhao Army. Especially now that the situation between the two sides is tense, we are an unstable factor. King Zhao would never allow such an existence to remain on his side, after all, no one dared to guarantee that an enemy would suddenly appear around him. ”

And the secret contact between the king and the Wusun Kingdom naturally became an important reason for King Zhao's vigilance. Therefore, our more than 17,000 soldiers will be settled in the territory of Gaochang by the Zhao army. After all, if the army is attacked by a sneak attack, the loss of troops can be tolerated, and it can still join forces with the other party, how can King Zhao not be on guard? Bai Yi said in a sullen voice.

Listening to Bai Yi's slightly complaining words, Han Li's heart was extremely depressed. In any case, I am also working hard for the country of Guizi, is this wrong?

"Your Majesty, at this moment, we in the Kingdom of Qiuzi should also make a choice, and the king should also make a choice. If the king is determined not to give up his power, it will naturally unite with the Wusun Kingdom and fight to the death with the Zhao army. This choice completely broke us with Zhao Jun. If the Zhao army uses force against us, there is no need to worry about reputation. In addition, it is unknown whether Wusun Guo can assist from the side, and whether Zhao Jun will give up his interests and Wusun Kingdom and turn his all his strength against us. ”

Bai Yi let out a deep sigh and continued: "Even if the Zhao army is defeated now, how to deal with the Wusun Kingdom is a tricky problem. Without Gaochang Kingdom, Yanqi Kingdom, and more than a dozen surrounding small countries, we are no longer enough to fight against Wusun Kingdom. And...... Moreover, the Zhao army that entered the Western Regions is only a part of the Great Zhao, if it is defeated this time, and the army will attack in the future, what will be the result, none of us dare to guarantee. ”

Looking at Han Li's ugly face, Bai Yi said astringently: "Or...... Either surrender to King Zhao and let go with all his might. With the assistance of the Zhao army in attacking Yanqi and Gaochang, General Wang was saved. Although he has no real power, he has also been canonized by Da Zhao. ”

He Li was silent for a while, and said in a muffled voice: "Do the vast majority of ministers want this king to surrender to the Zhao army?" ”

Bai Yi didn't answer, but he already understood the answer to his question. When it comes to the 'life' of the whole family, these courtiers of his have to think about themselves. Bai Yi's silence was just inconvenient to speak directly in front of him, the king of a country.

He Li sighed and said bitterly: "I didn't think about it, the ancestral inheritance, but in the end it was destroyed in my hands!" ”

"Bai Yi, you go and contact Zhao Jun, this king will surrender. I hope that King Zhao can treat the people well for the sake of my Qiuzi country's many services. Looking at Bai Yi, Han Li said astringently. He knew that at this moment, Bai Yi was actually King Zhao, and he was actually King Zhao's mouthpiece. If he refuses, the Zhao army, which is getting closer and closer, is afraid that it will not be a slow march, but a large army attacking the city.

After receiving Bai Yi's personal recognition and King Qiuzi's letter of state, Zhao Xun breathed a sigh of relief. The country of Qiuzi was taken down at a critical moment. Of course, that doesn't mean it's all right. To bring this country of Guizi under its command is the ultimate goal.

"Zhang Yuanjing, you are in charge of the government affairs of this Guizi country, and you must proceed slowly. This is not the same as the Yanqi Kingdom and the Gaochang Kingdom, and at this moment, the great enemy Wusun Kingdom is on the side, and it cannot cause any accidents. This King of Kuzi and his ministers are all objects that we can exploit, and this time we must do it slowly, or even pause. Our main goal this time is to subdue the Guizi Kingdom, and in addition, to raid the 'Fei' City and 'force' the Wusun Kingdom to retreat. Zhao Xun was not carried away by the obedience of the Turtle Kingdom, he knew very well what was more important at the moment.

"The Lord is relieved, and his subordinates understand." Of course, Zhang Yuanjing also understood the situation at this moment, "Lord, is this time going straight to the capital of the king of Qiuci, in this way, not only in the country of Qiuci, erecting the prestige of my Great Zhao, but also gradually strengthening the influence of my Great Zhao in this place." In addition, it can also make the Wusun Kingdom think that our purpose this time is this Guizi Country. ”

At the beginning of August, after King Qiuci sent a letter of submission to express his submission, Zhao Xun led a large army straight to the capital of King Qiuci. Of course, the cities from the Yanqi Kingdom to the capital of the King of Qiuci were also taken over by the Zhao army.

The king of Qiuzi, Han Li, personally went to ten miles outside the royal capital to greet him and lead the horse for Zhao Xun to show his submission. Zhao Xun did not refuse, and 10,000 pro-guards were guarding the side, and under the traction of Heli, they entered the capital of the king of Qiuci. And the capital of the king of Qiuzi was soon controlled by the Zhao army in the east 'gate' and the north 'gate'.

Of course, it is not that Zhao Jun is unable to control the overall situation, but Zhao Jun is new to the city, so naturally he cannot take over the other party's capital for no reason. And Zhao Xun's proximity, Zhao Jun did this, which was a reasonable reason, and he was not dissatisfied with the people of the king of Qiuzi.

Whether it was the king of Qiuci or the subjects of the royal capital, they were all shocked by the fierce army of the Zhao army. Swords and guns are like a forest, armor is complete, like a forest of steel coming head-on.

Originally, Han Li and some courtiers were extremely unhappy to surrender to the Zhao army, especially how He Li was willing to give up the power in his hands. But at this moment, the only remaining glimmer of thought in my heart was extinguished. Therefore, there is only a respectful lead for King Zhao.

If at other times, King Qiuzi led the horse for others, it would definitely attract the courtiers to refute it, but after Zhao Xun was accompanied by the majestic 10,000 personal guards, everyone was silent, and there was no objection to their king leading the horse for King Zhao.

They knew very well that the people who came with Zhao Xun this time were 30,000 Great Zhao soldiers, and the 10,000 soldiers here were enough to make the current Qiuzi Kingdom unable to deal with it, let alone 30,000? Of course, they didn't know that this 10,000 cavalry with sharp armor, burly soldiers, and murderous spirit was the most 'elite' personal guard in the Zhao army. That is, Zhao Xun's pro-guard battalion was expanded in the past. The remaining 20,000 people naturally cannot be compared with these 10,000 soldiers, and in addition, many of the 30,000 Zhao soldiers who accompanied them were foot soldiers.

However, Zhao Xun was not worried about this, he knew that the 10,000 cavalry around him was enough to deter everyone in the capital of the king of Qiuzi. The consumption required by this 10,000 pro-guard army up and down is enough to support 30,000 town soldiers.

The reason why Zhao Xun did not deliberately get close to the king of Qiuci, but let him lead the horse, was also to let the people of Qiuci understand that the kings of Qiuci had surrendered, and now, Qiuci was already a vassal of Zhao Jun. Of course, at this moment, in the eyes of ordinary people, the Qiuci Kingdom is a vassal of the Great Zhao, and the Great Zhao is the suzerainty of the Qiuci Kingdom. They didn't know that Zhao Jun's purpose was far from that.

Whether ordinary people understand or not, Zhao Xun doesn't need to pay attention. At this moment, he only needs to let the people of the King of Qiuci spread the news of King Qiuci's submission to him, and also facilitate the movement of his people in the territory of the Kingdom of Qiuci. Of course, Zhao Xun did not always let King Qiuzi lead the horse for himself, this was just to declare the majesty of King Zhao to others. Immediately, Zhao Xun let Han Li get on the horse and walked side by side.

In fact, the importance of this Guizi Kingdom to the Zhao Army is by no means just for the sake of raiding the Wusun Kingdom. This Qiuzi country is located in the center of the western part of the Western Regions, and to the northwest, it threatens the Wusun Kingdom, a large country in the northwest. To the south, it is to directly cut off the back road of the southern countries of the Western Regions, in other words, if you wave your army south from the Qiuzi country, you will directly appear in the rear of the southern countries of the Western Regions. It formed an east-west attack with the western part of Liangzhou. If you count the Yanqi Kingdom in the north, then the southern Western Regions will all be under siege by the Zhao army. Therefore, this Qiuzi Kingdom is still extremely important to the Zhao army's strategy in the entire Western Regions.

It is also because of this that Zhao Xun did not want to use force against the Qiuzi Kingdom, so that in the end, it involved the southern countries. It also happened that the matter of Wusun Country was also related to this Qiuzi country, and Zhao Xun was determined to completely solve the problem of this Qiuzi country this time.