Author: Gongsun Wujiu

Li Si said: "This is indeed a rare opportunity. If we can get some people to come, things will be easier to handle."

Lu Han said: "Nowadays, the four counties in Hexi are also setting up farming on a large scale, and there is a shortage of people everywhere. It may not be easy to persuade the General of the Second Division to continue allocating population to Luntai!"

Guo Kai muttered: "We have to let people know our value. As long as there is enough value, the Second Division General will definitely agree."

Zhang Yue suddenly thought that in the next few years, the emperor's strategy would be in the Western Regions, and he wanted to cut off the right arm of the Huns.

In the next few years, the Han army will fight against the Xiongnu in the Western Regions. The most valuable thing about Luntai is to provide food and grass for the army.

"Marquis Li Jun, I wonder how much food and grass we still have now." Zhang Yue asked.

Li Si smiled and said, "I was about to report to Ming Gong that there are still 16,000 shi of grain stored in the granary. In three days, the 6,000 shi of grain compensated by the Kucha people will also be shipped, and the stored wild rice will also amount to 10,000 shi."

Han Jiang and others were all delighted, "There are actually so many."

Zhang Yue nodded with satisfaction and said: "Mr. Xinxin and Cai are taking command."

Li Si and Cai Ting said: "How dare we take credit? We are just acting according to Duke Ming's order, and most of this food is obtained by Duke Ming and Guo Junhou from various battles!"

Zhang Yue waved his hand: "The credit belongs to whoever deserves it. Without the two of you planning from the rear, how can we have victory in the front?"

Zhang Yue continued: "The person in charge of the Luntai garrison will not be able to leave for a while. I have to go to you sir if I have something to do."

Li Si said clearly: "My lord wants Si to transfer a batch of grain and grass to General Li."

Zhang Yue said: "Of course, not only that, but also the task of asking for credit for the second and third sons and the people who want to farm the land will also have to be worked hard by Li Junhou!"

Li Si cupped his hands and said: "No, please rest assured, my lord, Si will definitely fulfill his mission!"

Zhang Yue smiled and said: "Thanks to Marquis Li Jun for the hard work!"

Then Zhang Yue looked around at everyone: "The second and third sons think that we should transfer how much grain and grass to Dunhuang is appropriate!"

Lu Han hesitated and said, "I think 3,000 or 4,000 shi of grain is more suitable, neither too much nor too little."

Zhang Yue smiled with satisfaction and said, "How do you say this, Commander Lu?"

Lu Han said: "If we transport too little, it will be difficult to realize the advantages of Luntai's farming. If we transport too much, we will only need to supply more and more grain and grass in the future. I am worried that if this continues, Luntai may be in trouble."

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"So for the sake of long-term planning, I think I can't provide too much!"

Li Si first agreed with Lu Han's consideration: "Commander Lu is right. I think 3,500 shi of grain and 3,000 shi of wild rice are just right."

Cai Ting also said: "I think what Li Junhou and Commander Lu said is true!"

After Cai Ting expressed his stance, everyone else also expressed their agreement.

"In this case, Li Junhou will take the lead, and Commander Lu will assist. We will deliver 3,500 shi of grain and 3,000 shi of wild rice to Loulan." Zhang Yue made the final decision.

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"Then I'll leave it to you two. We'll set off in three days. Go early and come back early. Pay attention to your safety!"

After the meeting, Li Si, Lu Han, and Cai Ting went directly to the warehouse without rest to pack up the grain and grass that needed to be transported.

Transporting a total of 6,500 stones of grain and grass is a chore in this season. If you are not prepared, the severe cold alone will be overwhelming.

After everyone left, only Yang You was left alone by Zhang Yue.

"Young Yang, is there anything unusual at Loulan?"

Yang You said: "My lord, news came from the Qianniu Guard deployed in Loulan yesterday that the King of Loulan is secretly in contact with the Huns!"

Zhang Yue muttered: "Continue to monitor Loulan's every move and report immediately if you find anything."

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"By the way, is there any other news?"

Yang You took out a piece of fine cloth and presented it to Zhang Yue.

"My lord, Qian Niuwei also found out that the Huns' envoys just went to the Gumo Kingdom."

"At this time, the Huns actually sent envoys to Gumo..."

"What do the Huns want?"

Zhang Yue thought to himself that he felt a little abnormal. But he couldn't think of the reason for the moment.

"We can't let anything go unnoticed in Gumo Country. We must understand the Huns' purpose!"

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"You have done well during this period. I have recommended you as a general. I will go to Cai Ting to collect 500 gold later, which will be used as funds for Qian Niuwei's activities. If it is not enough, just come to me!"

Zhang Yue naturally understands the importance of intelligence work, so he attaches great importance to Qianniu Guard.

"Thank you, lord!"

…

A Sogdian caravan was moving forward with difficulty in the desert.

"Sa Bao, should we take the southern route this time?" A young man from the caravan asked the leader of the caravan.

"No, let's take the northern route this time!"

"Take the North Road. The North Road is under the control of the Huns!"

"Batuo, your news is too outdated. This is not a mistake that a qualified businessman should make."

"I'm sorry, Sabo."

"No need to say sorry. You will also become a Sabao in the future. If the message is wrong, it is likely that the entire caravan will lose their lives."

"As a Sabao, you must always be aware of changes in the situation. Anjia had already received news last month that the Han Empire had taken control of Luntai, Quli and Shanshan. It is safe to take the North Road now."

"Has the Han Empire already controlled the northern route of the Silk Road? This is really good news. Maybe we can gain more!"

"I hope so!"

A month later, this group of merchants finally left Kucha Kingdom and prepared to enter Luntai territory.

"Sa Bao, is the Han army really as powerful as the Kucha people say? It's really unimaginable that a few hundred people can defeat thousands of people!"

"Batuo, the news is unreliable. This is something a caravan leader needs to make judgments about."

The leader has been teaching the young man along the way. He is already old and it is time to find a new Sabao for the caravan.

The young man thought carefully and said, "Sa Bao, I think it is credible. Luntai is too far away from the Han State. It is impossible for the Si people to station too many troops in Luntai, and the Han army is no longer in Kangxi."

Juhe Dawan, have you ever shown terrifying fighting prowess?"

The young man judged that when he was talking about the battle between Luntai and the Kucha people, he couldn't help but think of the battle between the Han cavalry and the Kangju people the year before last. At that time, there were only a few hundred Han troops, but they still forced the arrogant people.

King Kangju lowered his head.

The two were talking when suddenly a group of cavalry appeared in front of them.

Seeing the cavalry appearing in the distance, the young man suddenly showed an anxious and nervous expression.

At this time, the leader of the caravan severely reprimanded the young man named Potuo.

"When we Sogdians are born, every father will put honey on the child's mouth. This is not to make you put on a sad face."

"Show me your smile..."
Chapter completed!