Zhu Youlang has not yet figured out how to manage the Western Regions, but he will definitely take it down no matter what.

The Western Regions are the knot of any king of a unified empire. Looking at the powerful Han and prosperous Tang dynasties, which one of them firmly holds the Western Regions in their hands.

Song had no choice, it wasn't that he didn't want to.

The same was true for the Ming Dynasty.

After losing the Hami Guard, the Ming army basically had no control over the Western Regions.

Now if you want to regain control of the Western Regions, you can only start over.

Zhu Youlang had no doubt about the combat effectiveness of the Ming army.

The combat effectiveness of the Ming army has been confirmed by being able to push the Qing army smoothly.

The only problem is how to take over the Western Regions smoothly without too much loss.

In fact, the Ming army's firearms' strength is far higher than this era, so there should be no doubt about using firearms to open the way.

In addition, advanced formations and transformation of military formations also determined that the Ming army could take the initiative in the battle.

Unfamiliarity with the terrain may be the biggest obstacle, after all, the Ming army has not been involved in the Western Regions for nearly two hundred years.

Not to mention places like Damascus and the Broken Leaf, no one has ever been to Yangguan and Yumenguan.

In this case, act reluctantly will only make people fall into a quagmire.

Zhu Youlang is not a pretentious person, but he still feels that the regulations submitted by Li Dingguo, Li Laiheng and others lack operability.

In the Western Regions, we should first establish a stronghold, and then continue to push the stronghold as the center to expand our advantages, and finally successfully seized it.

But Li Dingguo and the others were thinking about solving the problem at once, which was too unrealistic.

Perhaps it was the Ming army's victory in Lianzhan made them a little bit haggard.

In a completely unfamiliar environment, Zhu Youlang really feels unsure of what he can be like when Li Dingguo and others become.

Therefore, Zhu Youlang decided to submit a decree and instruct Li Dingguo to fight steadily and not to fight.

…

…

In a blink of an eye, it was the day to go to war.

The Ministry of War has already prepared all the matters and the army has been assembled.

Surrounded by the Jinyiwei, Zhu Youlang personally went out of the imperial city to see off the army.

Generals such as Li Dingguo, Li Laiheng and others were all wearing bright light armor, and were very energetic and very free.

Zhu Youlang nodded with relief, then unhesitated his belt and stepped forward a few steps.

"I will give this jade belt to the King of Jin. I hope that the King of Jin can lead the army to recover the Western Regions in one fell swoop and promote my great power in the future."

Zhu Youlang's voice is like a bell, and his energy is like a rolling stone, which makes people's blood thrilling.

Li Dingguo was naturally affected, and he said in tears: "What kind of virtue can I get the trust of Your Majesty? Your Majesty, please rest assured that I will definitely live up to my expectations to recover the Western Regions. The yellow sand is worn with golden armor for hundreds of battles, and I will never return until I defeat Loulan!"

As soon as Li Dingguo said this, Zhu Youlang immediately said three good words.

"I am waiting in the capital for good news from King Jin and Duke Lin. When you return triumphantly, I will personally welcome you."

"I will definitely live up to Your Majesty and the Ming Dynasty!"

Li Dingguo Li Laiheng and other generals said in unison, with a hint of sob in their voices.

"Go to the battle!"

Zhu Youlang issued an order.

Seeing the army gradually leaving, Zhu Youlang was also very excited.

If he could recover the Western Regions and reopen the Silk Road, his achievements should be comparable to Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Di, right?

But this is not what Zhu Youlang values ​​the most. What he values ​​is that the business road is smooth and the world is harmonious, and everyone can enjoy the blessings of the Ming Dynasty.

…

…

The Ming army's marching speed was very fast. Although it could not be considered a rush marching, it could also ensure the speed of marching dozens of miles a day.

This is because coach Li Dingguo is already a little impatient to arrive at Jiayuguan.

The journey from the capital to Jiayuguan is very long.

Li Dingguo made Xi'an Prefecture the most transit rest stop.

The road from Xi'an to Jiayuguan is difficult to walk, but the road from the capital to Jiayuguan is easy to walk.

So Li Dingguo wanted to shorten the previous period as much as possible to gain time for the next period.

As for the other generals, they naturally obeyed Li Dingguo's orders.

This is because Li Dingguo has enough prestige and someone listens to what he says.

The people all came to watch with curiosity along the way, and they all praised and praised the king's army when they learned that the king was going to attack the Western Regions.

"It's really not easy. The morale of our Ming Dynasty has come back."

"Yes, yes, our Ming soldiers did not have this energy before. Being confident is a good thing, but I feel that I am expected to recover the Western Regions this time."

"Who said no? If I can recover the Western Regions and open up the Silk Road, I want to go to the Western Regions to do business."

"Are there deserts everywhere in the Western Regions? You can eat a pile of sand if you open your mouth?"

"Haha, it's not as evil as you said. The Western Regions are not all deserts, there are also many oasis."

"That's good, otherwise I really wouldn't dare to go."

"Dunhuang knows it? If you go to Dunhuang, you can pick up gold even if you walk."

"Hiss, is Dunhuang so rich? It's so terrifying, so terrifying."

"Hehe, so make money as soon as possible. There must be many people who have the same idea as you, and they don't dare to go to the Western Regions. If we take the lead, we will definitely make a lot of money."

"Haha, it seems that this is the reason. But I still want to wait and see how the Ming army fought in the Western Regions and whether it can gain an advantage."

"Yes, this is not urgent. Just wait until it's more stable before going to trade. After all, life is only one, which is more important than making money."

"If you want to say that, this is still the Zi Shengming today. It took only a few years to recover the lost territory and unify the world. Let's catch up with a good time."

"Yes, so we have to cherish this opportunity and make a personal appearance."

Of course, not many people paid attention to what these people said along the way, but Li Dingguo's belief in his heart was very firm.

He knew very well what his mission was.

Being wise and embarrassing, one must demand himself in the strictest way, and must not be slacking off at all.

Western Regions, I'm here, I'll conquer!

…

…

When the Xi'an prefect Zhao Lian heard that the army led by the King of Jin was about to arrive, he immediately brought a group of teams to the city gate to greet him.

King Jin is a prince named Yizi by His Majesty, and he has the ability to save the dragon, so he cannot be neglected.

Otherwise, as long as Li Dingguo handed over an impeachment memorial to His Holiness, Zhao Lian's black hat would not be guaranteed.

Who can get into the position of prefect who doesn’t want to go further into the third rank?

Although the third and fourth grades are only one grade and two levels apart, it is actually a world of difference.

The third-rank official is either a minister of the three provinces and six ministries or a chief official like a governor who is released from the outside.

That is really a glorious family and a glorious family lintel.

So no matter what, Zhao Lian wants to please Li Dingguo. As long as he flatters Li Dingguo well, he will be not far from being promoted.

…

…
Chapter completed!