Late Tang Dynasty Floating Life

Chapter 1542 Come Out!
On the third day of August, the Feilong, Jindao, Feixiong, Tieqi and other armies went south one after another, passing through Dushan Shouzhuo City, crossing the pass of Tianshan Mountain and entering the Turpan Basin.

In the evening, Shao Shude met several tribal leaders from Shatuoqi (now the Gurbantongte Desert) and further north, encouraged them, and gave them the post of Yi Li Jin.

These tribes are not strong, with a large one of 1 people and a small one with only 2000 people.I heard that there was once a large tribe that could send [-] troops, but it was suppressed by Zhu Jin's sneak attack at night.The reason is that it is necessary to raise cattle, sheep and miscellaneous animals for the winter, so it is better to choose the biggest ones, and let the small tribes be afraid, and then donate a batch, and the stockpile will be abundant.

Counting now, there are more than 6 tribes who have come to seek refuge one after another. The disadvantage is that there are few males, which is embarrassing.

On the fourth day of August, Shao Shude left Tingzhou and headed straight for Xizhou with more than [-] Yin Anzhi soldiers, [-] Tielin Army cavalry, and [-] Fan soldiers.

At this time, in Gaochang City, the third generation Pugu Heavenly King Vija was anxious like ants on a hot pot, not knowing what to do.

Xie Yuanzhu sat on the beard bed, stroking his beard lightly, and fell silent.

On the table in front of the two monarchs and ministers, there was an apology form written in Chinese, on which was stamped the precious mirror of Yiduhu, and "the treasures of the prime ministers of the Dafu Dahui Uighur Kingdom Zhongshu Shengmen Jieyu Jiasi" print".

"Dafu Da Uighur Country" is the name and official country name of Gaochang Uighur.

Both the monarch and the prime minister have used the seal, which means that the plea form has come into effect, and the only suspense is when it will be issued.

"Has the Great Khan made a decision?" Lian You asked.

He and Xie Yuanzhu are one on the left and the other on the right. They are Khan's right-hand men.

Moreover, as a rare wealthy family in the country who inherit poems and books, they are also quite capable.

The three people present can be said to represent the entire Dafu Uighur country.

"Is the North Court really lost at all?" Vija asked.

He is only 25 years old this year, and he has only been in office for a few years, so ambition is naturally not lacking.Otherwise, he would not have personally led the army, marched eastward into Yizhou, and fought against the Xia people.

But the results were dismal.Three battles, three shameful defeats, tens of thousands of warriors died in the desert mountains, which greatly shaken his status.

"Even if there are still remnants of the army resisting, they can't last for a few days. Xia's army is 30. Even if it is claimed, there are still more than [-] people, and the total number of men, women and children in Beiting is less than [-]. How can we resist? ?” Lian You shook his head and said.

He sighed a little.

When the Anxi Uyghurs were not yet split, there were 20 people, and that should be their strongest time.However, after fighting among themselves for so many years, their strength has already declined.The entire Dafu Uighur country has less than 30 people, and Beiting and Yizhou have been lost. Gaochang, Qiuci, Yanqi and other places alone are basically unable to withstand it.

"Will Gaochang still be able to hold on?" Vija asked unwillingly.

"What do you want to do?" Xie Yuanzhu asked.

Vija's expression was cloudy and uncertain, obviously he was struggling fiercely in his heart.

In fact, it is not that no one has proposed to him to move westward.

They originally came from the grasslands, migration is normal, and running away is not shameful.But he didn't expect that he said a few words in a roundabout way, but the two prime ministers resolutely refused, which made him unbelievable.

After thinking about it, I understand.

What kind of nomadic family are they?The Xie family and the Lian family owned a lot of farmland outside the city, and they themselves read the poetry and books of the Central Plains, and believed in the idea of ​​men farming and women weaving, so they didn't want to run away for a long time.

At this moment, Vija Khan is about to laugh at them. I still look like a Han Chinese. You two take a look in the mirror. Except for the clothes, what do you look like a Han Chinese?
Another factor that made them unwilling to run away was probably that the Xie family and the Lian family belonged to many generations of Manichean families. If the parish did not run away, most of them would not run away either.

Vija vaguely heard that the life of Manichaeism in the west is not easy, and now the eastern parish seems to be the best developed.In many documents written by the priests in Sogdian, the Dafu Da Uighur Kingdom is often referred to as the "last paradise" of Manichaeism.

Are they willing to run?

Vija Khan believed in Buddhism, but not in Manichaeism, and now the more he thinks about it, the more angry he is, wishing to crush those people to ashes.

"If the Khan wants to fight, then let's fight." Xie Yuanzhu sighed, and said, "There are still more than [-] soldiers in the city. Although their morale is low, they are not vulnerable. Let you go to the Lost City."

Lian You glanced at Xie Yuanzhu in surprise.

Vija was a little moved, and said repeatedly: "It's better to be the right one, or the right one! But, how should we fight this battle?"

"It's all up to the Khan to make his own decision." Xie Yuanzhu cupped his hands and said.

"This..." Vija Khan was speechless.

Isn't he out of ideas?I want you to come up with some coups, and the result is like this?
His eyes fell on the plea form again, and then he turned away quickly as if he had been burned.

How can a foundation that has been passed down for two generations be folded in my own hands?Without Gaochang, can we find a better place to stay?
"Boom!" Vija Khan slapped the table with his palm, bent his fingers, and scratched the confession form to pieces.

******
On the tenth day of August in the 14th year of Jianji, the banners outside Gaochang City were like forests and the crowns were like clouds.

Surrounded by the palace guards, Shao Shude patrolled around.

"Your Majesty." Zang Dubao personally stepped forward and bowed in salute.

"You played well." Shao Shude commented briefly, and then asked: "Is my son in Yizhou?"

"Yes." Zang Dubao replied.

He did not bring all the troops to Gaochang, in fact, less than 3 people came, mainly because the supply cost was too high.The troops left behind were led by Zhao Wang, Shao Siwu and others, and they frantically transferred supplies day and night.

"How are you going to fight Gaochang?" Shao Shude asked.

"The last general's strategy is to fight to promote surrender." Zang Dubao said.

"How to do?"

"First, we can harvest food outside the city. This will greatly reduce the consumption of our army, and the morale of the bandit army will be even lower when they see it."

So people have strong adaptability.The Uyghurs originally "lived in no permanent place, lived by water and grass, had a cruel human nature, and were good at riding and shooting", but after obtaining such a foundation in Gaochang, it turned into a dual system country.

The north of the Tianshan Mountains is basically nomadic, and the south of the Tianshan Mountains is mainly farming.They repaired and expanded the old irrigation facilities, and used spring water and melted ice and snow to irrigate the farmland. They are rich in wheat, barley, fruits, especially grapes, and are very famous.

"Secondly, take more prisoners and gather them under the city. The thieves will be frustrated when they see them."

Gaochang City is not omnipotent, it can only protect the people living in the city, but there are more than [-] people in this state, how many people live in the city?

"Thirdly, the general heard that some soldiers came from other places, and he may send a general to lead a cavalry army to attack and capture some prisoners, so that the thieves will know how trapped the city is, and the glory of the isolated city will not last long."

Xizhou can't afford too many soldiers and horses. The Uighurs spent more than a month in Beiting, Yizhou, Xizhou, Yanqi, Kucha and other places hastily summoning soldiers and horses. Knowing that the hometown has fallen, the army must be in chaos.

"You have rules in fighting wars, so don't worry about it." Shao Shude knew that Zang Dubao was a sensible man, and his methods were very sophisticated.

Thinking of this, he waved his hand, and Ah Chuo, Absi, Ali Gu, who were watching not far away, and the new Tatar Mo Chuai immediately stepped forward to salute.

"Go, take your people and cruise outside the city." Shao Shude said: "Tell the guarding sergeant about the situation in Beiting, without missing a single word, and explain everything clearly."

"Of order." Several people responded one after another.

"A Chu, you take people to harvest wheat, fruits and vegetables. Xu Hao is still in Troburg, under the city of Gaochang, and you are here to serve as a military envoy. This is the first time I will test your ability. You can become an official in the Lifan Court." Shao Shude said again.

"Thank you Khan." Ah Chuo Meilu was overjoyed, and immediately led someone to do it.

They have now formed a small group, with Shao Shude as the core, A Chu is in charge of finance, taxation, and logistics transfer, Ali Gu is in charge of commanding the battle, and seven or eight Yi Li Jin, including Absi and Mo Chuo, specialize in providing soldiers.

Shao Shude feels that they are getting along well, and if the structure is further clarified, the efficiency can be improved.

After a while, hundreds of riders left the camp and circled Gaochang City.

"In May, the Naturally Wise and Supreme Khan formed an alliance at the Holy Summit, and everyone was pleased to join them, and they all promoted Khan as the main force."

"In July, Khan came to Beiting. Like lightning, he conquered every tribe."

"He caught us and let us go. He said, if you offer me famous fruits, flatbread, and wine, I will accept your surrender."

"In August, all the tribes of the Northern Court presented the Khan with the title of Jianwen Shenwu. No one wants to live under the happy rule of the Khan."

"We declare that the Supreme Khan, born wise, Jianwen, and martial arts, is the ruler from Yizhou in the east to Nuchi Basaigan (Lake Issyk Khan) in the west."

"Come out, descendants of the Uighurs of Aslan, in the happy year of the water dog, offer wine and flatbread, and accept the Khan's forgiveness."

"There is no need to stick to it. After a while, Qiuci and Yanqi will fall, and it will not be so easy for you to be forgiven."

The knights were all from the various tribes of the North Court, shouting vigorously in all languages.Some even called out their tribe and name to prove the authenticity of their words.

On the top of the city, people were running around, shouting constantly, showing signs of commotion.

Shao Shude laughed out loud when he saw it.

Some things are completely conspiracy.He fought wars, and he never engaged in conspiracies and tricks. Just like this, it doesn't matter if you accept it or not.

He is not in a hurry, just take his time.

Now that the matter has come to this point, the pressure on the Uighurs is also very great.They have two choices now, one is to go out of the city and fight to the death, the other is to surrender directly, there is no third way to go.

He boarded the high platform set up in the camp, and vaguely saw the towering temples, magnificent palaces and row upon row of shops in the city.

Before long, it will all be yours.

On August [-]th, as the first batch of captives captured from the four miles and eight townships were taken to the city, the Uyghurs finally couldn't help crying.In the afternoon of the same day, the gate of the city was opened with a bang, and teams of cavalry came out of the city and formed their formations.

Vija Khan's eyes were blazing, and under the retinue of his personal guards, he stood in front of the formation with a saber in his hand.

(End of this chapter)