Yixi Keer Lake is the second largest lake in the Black Khanate, second only to Dalinkul Lake in the north. It has high altitude, extremely deep water, does not freeze all year round, and has beautiful scenery. At the same time, it benefits from a suitable climate.
, the basin centered on Yixikeer Lake is also an important livestock and grain-producing area of the Black Khanate.
Along the edge of the lake, in addition to Balsi Khan, there are many small towns and villages, dotted like diamonds around the pearl of Yixike'er Lake. Jile City is located at the western end of Yixike'er Lake, close to the capital.
It has always been prosperous, and the Han army has been stationed here since the end of the war.
The expedition lasted for half a year. It was either hard marching or hard fighting. From top to bottom, it was extremely exhausted and required a long period of rest. And with the death of the Black Khan, the army was wiped out, and Eight Assassins Gun fell.
There was no organized force in the entire eastern part of the Black Khanate that could pose a threat to the Han army, and there was enough time and a safe enough environment to rest and recuperate.
As an important agricultural and animal husbandry area of the Black Khanate, there was naturally no shortage of food and meat. During the advance of the Han army, the local area also received a bumper harvest. There were also sufficient supplies for the Han army in large and small towns and among the people.
The matter of requisitioning grain was naturally left to the Khotanese. Because of the setback that day, the army was in danger, and Liu Min was dissatisfied with them. The Khotanese also knew this, and under the leadership of the general Yuchi Guli, worked extra hard
Work hard to raise food for the Han army.
In the battle on the southern front, the Han army suffered heavy casualties, and the Khotan army suffered heavy losses. Under the crazy attacks of the Black Khans, nearly 60% of the soldiers were lost, with less than 2,000 men left.
In fact, the fighting power of the Khotanese people is not that weak. At this stage, the Khotan Kingdom is still in a prosperous and prosperous stage. However, its neighbors are too dazzling and cover up its light. In addition,
The Khotan army was forced by Liu Min to join the battle against the Black Khan. It was normal for the Khotan army not to exert all their strength on the battlefield.
However, after a painful lesson, the Khotanese finally woke up. No joking or carelessness was tolerated on the battlefield. Perhaps it was to redeem Liu Min's anger towards them, or perhaps for some other reason. In the follow-up,
During the battle, the Khotanese began to fight tooth and nail.
Especially in the final battle against the Black Khan army in Jile, everyone fought bravely and charged harder than the Han army. They really deserved their credit. Alimusa Khan of the Black Khanate was defeated by Khotan.
He was shot dead by an unknown soldier in the army. Of course, he was no longer an unknown person now. After Liu Min learned about it, he praised his contribution and named him Li Shehan. Li was also included in the Khotanese surname.
Their performance on the battlefield may be unsatisfactory, but outside the battlefield, the Khotanese servants are very diligent, dedicated, and extremely active in their work. After all, they can also benefit from it.
The Han army, from top to bottom, acquiesced in the burning, killing and looting caused by the Khotanese. The war was devoid of warmth and benefit, and even the Han army had no motivation, let alone these servants.
What Liu Min has to do is to do as little as possible to attract hatred. Although the effect will not be very good, after all, to the Black Khan people, the big man is a real invader. But no matter how bad it is, he can still make the big man's son
They should be more relaxed, have more time to rest, and not be burdened by those "mundane things". In addition to military supplies, the Khotanese had to give a share of the things they looted to the Han army.
The afternoon sun shines high, casting sparkling waves on the surface of Yixikeer Lake. Under the strong wind, the water plants are swaying and the blue waves are rippling. From time to time, birds fly by and plunge into the deep forest. The tops of mountains in the distance are
, the snow-capped peaks are so conspicuous, and the towering glaciers, like a row of giants, guard the pearl of Yixikeer Lake.
The guards were resting and letting their horses rest by the lake, while Liu Min and Guo Yi were walking on the grass. The old military robes were draped on their shoulders, being blown up by the wind and whistling. The cold wind seemed to calm down Liu Min's mood.
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A long, cathartic roar broke the tranquility of the lakeside. Birds were frightened and animals fled. After laughing a few times, Liu Min pointed to the lake surface, which was as clear as a mirror and you could almost see fish swimming in it, and praised: "What a good lake, good water and soil.
What a beautiful scenery! It’s fun to enjoy such beautiful scenery while fighting.
I just never thought that there would be such a treasured place in this remote place in the deep mountains. It is almost winter, but the scenery is still so beautiful and pleasing to the eye!"
Guo Yi was beside him, his appearance was similar to that of Liu Min. He had an unkempt beard and had not taken care of it. Of course, during the journey, he could not care about these details. However, his mood was equally relaxed and he smiled and said: "Since ancient times, beautiful scenery has often been found inaccessible places.
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Even in China, such a large lake is rare. I haven’t seen the whole picture. I just don’t know which one is bigger than Poyang Lake. However, this is indeed a treasure land. With a little development and utilization, it can support half a million people. I think it should
Not a problem! This is even superior to some lands in Anxi."
When Liu Min heard this, he nodded, but said forcefully: "Now, this is my territory in Anxi, the great Han Dynasty!"
"Your Highness is so proud!" Guo Yi praised.
Liu Min bent down, picked up a flat stone from the grass, grasped it, and threw it sideways at the lake. The stone flew out, passing over the lake, leaving behind a trail of water drifts. Liu Min's eyes followed closely.
, counting from near to far, one, two, three. Before finishing counting, the calm water surface was completely rippled.
When the lake gradually returned to calm, Liu Min stooped and picked up another stone and handed it to Guo Yi: "Zimei, come and try it too!"
Hearing this, Guo Yi also became interested. These noble children had basically played around in Jinming Pond in Tokyo when they were young. Now, they feel like they have regained their childishness.
Guo Yi also threw it hard, and it was not as far as Liu Min, but the number was obviously more. Liu Min was so happy when he saw that he was hunting, and he immediately said: "Let's compare!"
Soon, the two generals of the Western Expedition, Liu Min and Guo Yi, competed on the waterfront by the lake. The accompanying guards also had something to do, and they were choosing suitable stone pieces to present.
While throwing stones, Liu Min said: "No wonder the Black Khanate has gradually risen in the past few decades, occupying a large area of fertile soil and water at the northern foot of the Tianshan Mountains, and has a unified and strong central government, army
It is not weak either, and armed with religious beliefs, it has already laid the foundation for its rise.
If they had not moved eastward too early and attracted the attention of the Han Dynasty, if they had used these decades to continue to develop agriculture and animal husbandry, expand their population, and accumulate strength, it would have been difficult for the Han Dynasty to control them, let alone defeat them.
Within the territory!”
Guo Yi nodded and said: "Anxi is thousands of miles away from the capital, and Gaochang is two thousand miles away from the eight assassins of Gun. It is really too far. The power that can be invested in the Western Region at one time is always limited.
If the strength of the Black Khans remains intact, it’s really hard to predict their success or failure!”
"This is where the great man's luck lies. Once he succeeds, he will have God's help!" Liu Min smiled slightly, showing confidence.
"The name of this lake needs to be changed. What is it called Yixi Ke'er? It's too hard to pronounce!" Liu Min said suddenly.
Hearing this, Guo Yi asked: "Your Highness, are you interested in giving it a name?"
"Isn't it a local legend that this is a pearl left by the gods in the world? This lake is so vast, let's call it Zhuhai!" Liu Min pondered for a moment, and asked with some uncertainty: "Isn't it too tacky?"
"It's not vulgar! It's very artistic!" Guo Yi said.
Liu Mini laughed a few times, and then said: "Except for this lake, all the towns, mountains and rivers we conquered will have their Han names changed. The rule of the Han Dynasty over this place will start from the name change. We will eradicate the rule of the Black Khan step by step.
Traces of it! Like the city of Barsi Khan, it especially needs to be cleared. The enemy capital eight assassinated Gun and renamed it Zuiye, and the Chuihe River was also changed back to Zuiye water."
"Yes!" Guo Yi's expression also looked more serious: "Xiang Deming is more suitable to do these things!"
"You are trying to tire out our chief steward!" Liu Min waved his hand gently and said with a smile, "Let's ask the court for more political officials!"
As he said that, Liu Min raised his eyes and looked to the north, where, separated by several mountains, was the "Broken Leaf City". Liu Min's eyes also showed a little recollection and yearning, and he murmured:
"Zhiye, after hundreds of years, I'm finally back!"