Dongfang Shuo suggested that the war in the Western Regions came to an end. ●⌒, Liang Xiao traveled west alone, and it was already the limit to obtaining such a result. If he did not stop and further expand the war, he would inevitably exceed the control and would be unable to meet his strength.

Liang Xiao was silent for a long time. He also knew that he was not a god after all, and he could not fight the world alone. It would be a surprise to be able to fight the war like this. If he hadn't taken the risk of attacking Wutugu and Jiaohe City, he would have been blocked by the Right King in Daban Fortress.

The price of attacking Wutugu is heavy. More than 20% of the casualties are not combat, and they cannot live in Jiaohe City. This is a reflection of his lack of strength. If he had another thousand people, he could defend Jiaohe City. Why did he use such a trick to delay time?

"The Right Xian King is willing to stop and let me occupy the south of the Tianshan Mountains"

"Do you think I know how to eat and drink every day in his camp." Dongfang Shuo smiled proudly again. "Don't worry, the Huns are not the same as the Shanyu. Although the Right Xian King belonged to the Shanyu line, he was in the back of the throne and was basically unable to inherit the Shanyu position. Although the Xiongnu in the Western Regions were large, their strength was not only inferior to the royal court, but even the left. For his own consideration, he did not want to fight with you."

"So, he gave up south of Tianshan Mountain"

"It's hard to say." Dongfang Shuo shook his head. "I can only say that he dare not fight anymore. If the losses are too big and he can't control his subordinates, he may follow the footsteps of King Hunxie." He changed his tone. "You see, this is the disadvantage of feudalism. If the tribes were not alienated and each made their own profits, he would not have any worries, so how could he make you so relaxed."

Liang Xiao didn't keep up with Dongfang Shuo's rhythm for a while. "Why did you suddenly say this? Is this the same thing?"

"I want to tell you that after returning to Chang'an, don't be self-righteous and talk nonsense. Cutting down the vassal state is the established policy of the court. Anyone who opposes cutting down the vassal state will not end up in the end. The Greek Federation's arrangement will not work."

"Who said I want to go back to Chang'an?"

"You burn Jiaohe City and don't go back to Chang'an. How can I be friends with King Che Shi? With these hundreds of people, we can control the countries in the Western Regions."

Liang Xiao was very embarrassed. The palace of the Cheshi Master was very happy for a while. Now that I think about it, it was indeed inappropriate. He scratched his head, wanted to speak but stopped.

Dongfang Shuo slowed down his tone and said, "Besides, if you want to be a marquis, you must go back to Chang'an. Far away thousands of miles away, even if you make great contributions, the court would not know that it would be necessary to appear in front of the emperor at all times. Let him remember you and your contributions. Whether the Right Xian King is willing to give up or not, he will not be able to start a war again within this year. It is a good opportunity for you to return to Chang'an."

Liang Xiao nodded. After so long he came out, he really should go back to Chang'an. It is not enough to just rely on them to fight desperately in the Western Regions. Only when the imperial court dispatches the main force can it be possible to truly open up the Hexi Corridor and control the Western Regions.

"And you"

"I want to travel around the surrounding countries and gain more knowledge. You said that there will be Rome after Greece, so I want to see this emerging country. That Cheyi said that the Buddhism of India is quite insightful. I also want to see it."

"I'll go back to Chang'an, you go traveling, who will I give it to?"

"Of course it's Li Shuyun."

Liang Xiao was very surprised. "Why isn't Li Dang's family?"

Dongfang Shuo gave Liang Xiao a blank look. He was quite disdainful and a little proud. "I knew that if I was not here, you would be confused. In terms of merit, Li Shuyun had many achievements; in terms of jobs, Li Shuyun was the most respected; in terms of relationships with you, although Li Shuyun was close, where is Li Shuyun loyal to you?"

Liang Xiao tasted it and felt that Dongfang Shuo was thinking carefully. But he always felt that he couldn't say it. He glanced at Dongfang Shuo and happened to see Dongfang Shuo's strange gaze. He was stunned for a moment and looked at him again. Dongfang Shuo had turned his head, looking lazy in playing with life.

Two days later, they came to Pulehai and Shuyugu.

The Pule people were prepared for war long before Liang Xiao attacked Hexi, and suffered the least losses and the most stringent defense. Although the harvest was less, they had the most comfortable life this winter with a large amount of spoils brought back by Pujia.

Entering the depths of Shuyu Valley, Liang Xiao saw a happy smiling face and a pleasant singing voice. Seeing them, Puli people greeted each other enthusiastically. The girls stood in front of the tent and looked at them with fiery eyes. The children ran in front of the horses, and the crisp laughter resounded throughout the valley.

"I feel like I'm going home." Bison laughed. "Several girls laughed at me just now."

"Forget it." Feng Lisha joked: "If a young man like an adult doesn't look at him, who can see you as a crude guy?"

"Oh, what do you know about this old guy? Coarse goods have the benefits of coarse goods. The adult is more beautiful than me, but there is Miss Xiya next to him. Look at her eyes, like a knife, who dares to get close?"

"Hahaha" Feng Lisha laughed loudly, and the mercenaries laughed too.

Liang Xiao turned around and looked at Xiya. Xiya shrugged innocently. "Master, don't listen to their nonsense. I didn't glar at them. If you like someone, take it away. I don't think the princess will mind, but I don't know if the princess in Chang'an will mind."

Liang Xiao was speechless and rolled his eyes. "Don't worry, I'm not so anxious."

Xiya smiled and spit out her pink tongue. "I knew the master was not like those rough people."

Two days later, Dongfang Shuo waited by Puleihai to the Right Xianwang.

The Right Xian King was very depressed. He had no results in the Western Expedition and returned to the Southern Expedition without success. Daban was occupied by Liang Xiao, and the Cheshi Palace was burned by Liang Xiao. The Huns lost face this time. Fortunately, he received a large amount of spoils as a supplement in Kucha, otherwise his losses would be greater this time.

Seeing Dongfang Shuo, he was even more sad. Such a wise man could not be used by him, which made him very unwilling to accept it.

"The king is wise." Dongfang Shuo walked over with big strides. "A quick decision is made, no wise people cannot do it."

The King of Youxian smiled bitterly: "Sir, are you waiting here to comfort me?"

"Although you can't serve the king, the king treats me well. As a friend, I come to see him off. By the way, I also ask the king to control his subordinates and not to hurt the innocent, so as not to cause unnecessary conflicts."

"Sir, is this threatening me?" Your King of Youxian narrowed his eyes. "I haven't taken Pu Lei seriously yet."

"King, Shuyu Valley not only has Puli people, but also my Han people." Dongfang Shuo smiled and said, "If the King wants to attack Shuyu Valley, you might as well give it a try."

The Youxian King looked embarrassed. He did have plans to sneak attack Shuyu Valley, but he was not sure. Liang Xiao was in Shuyu Valley, and he dreamed of catching Liang Xiao. Now Dongfang Shuo reminded him, and he was even more afraid. He had no hope of winning, but it took too long to stop. If he didn't rush back to the grassland, the consequences would be unimaginable.

The King of Youxian said in a sarcasm, “In the heart of Mr., I am such a person.”

"I knew the king would not do such stupid things." Dongfang Shuo laughed. "If there are any difficulties after the king returns, why not send someone to say it. As long as I can, I will definitely help."

"Thank you, sir." The Youxian King breathed a sigh of relief, feeling a little relieved. It seemed that it was useful to make friends Dongfang Shuo. In the past six months of conquest, there were no spoils, so he was worried about how to survive the winter.

Just by the Pulei Beach, the two talked for a long time, but they didn't know what they had discussed.

After seeing off Your Xian King, Dongfang Shuo returned to Shuyu Valley. After a few days of rest, Liang Xiao decided to return to Dayuan.

He had decided to return to Chang'an after the beginning of spring, so he naturally had to go back to Dayuan first. First, Dayuan established diplomatic relations with the Han Dynasty and sent a hostage to Chang'an; second, he also wanted to give Luo Xuli an explanation. After returning to Chang'an, it was unsure whether he could come back and when he would come back. He couldn't let Luo Xuli wait.

Referring to Dongfang Shuo's suggestion, Liang Xiao divided the affairs of the Western Regions into two parts: Dayuan, Yuezhi and other affairs west of the Paoling Mountains to Li Shuyun, and he had friendships with Dayuan Deputy Wang Meicai and Yuezhi Dalu Ashana, so it was easier to do things. The affairs east of the Paoling Mountains and south of the Tianshan Mountains were handed over to Li Danghu. He had dealt with people from Kucha, and it was easy to get along with.

Beyond Li Shuyun and Li's homeland, Dongfang Shuo, who had no official position, was a think tank to coordinate comprehensively. When Liang Xiao returned to Chang'an, he would ask the court to appoint him.

Dongfang Shuo's first task was to rush to Jiaohe City and negotiate with Che Shiwang.

Perhaps it was because the Huns retreated and no one supported him, or perhaps it was because Liang Xiao was scared of being burned by fire. King Che Shiwang accepted Dongfang Shuo's suggestion and formed an alliance with the Han Dynasty. After learning the news, Liang Xiao was very satisfied and sent someone to send back more than ten Che Shi royal family members who had been abducted from Jiaohe City, and asked Li Danghu to Jiaohe City to negotiate related matters.

During the stalemate of Daban, the Huns drove away the wolf and swallowed the tiger, forcing soldiers from all over the country to be cannon fodder. More than 10,000 people died in battle, and the losses were heavy. The Cheshi only had more than a thousand remaining soldiers, and without the help of the Han people, they did not have enough protection for themselves.

The same loss as Cheshi was also Kucha. Kucha was defeated by the Huns, and 10,000 troops were forced to enlist in the expedition, and the loss was almost gone. Kucha's strength was greatly reduced, and the King of Kucha regretted it. If he had known this, he would have followed Li Danghu's advice to defend Kucha. Now the country has been plundered by the Huns, and its strength has been greatly damaged. The royal family has also discussed the throne of Kucha. The throne of Kucha is in danger.

Dongfang Shuo rushed to Kucha without stopping and found a way to contact Jose. Jose returned to the royal city, and with Dongfang Shuo's help, reorganized military affairs and became an indispensable general of Kucha.

Che Shi and Kucha successively formed alliances with the Han people, Wusun and Yuezhi had a bright or secret relationship with the Han people, and other small countries did not dare to fall behind. Wherever Dongfang Shuo went, they were warmly welcomed, either from sincerity or helplessness, and the scenery was unlimited.

While Dongfangshuo was traveling around the countries, Liang Xiao returned to Suye City.

Creon was very proud of his face and went out to meet him for ten miles. He defended Suye City twice and repelled the attacks of the Huns. Not only did he increase his prestige, but he also made a fortune. Now he is even richer. Seeing Liang Xiao, he was as enthusiastic as seeing the God of Wealth.

Nie Yi and others were also in the welcome team. They were very happy to learn that Liang Xiao was about to return to Chang'an to report. Liang Xiao made great contributions and would definitely be promoted after returning to Chang'an, and their investment in Liang Xiao will also receive generous returns. This kind of friendship on the battlefield is not comparable to ordinary friendships. It is conceivable that they have done a successful big business this time.

After a few days of gathering, Liang Xiao and Ashana returned to Guishan City together.

To be continued.
Chapter completed!