Holy crap!
Upon hearing this, Ran Min's eyes lit up, and he became energetic, excitedly saying, "Your Majesty, I accept the decree and thank you for your great favor!!!"
He accepted the imperial edict, and the smile on his face immediately became impossible to hide.
Compared to farming in the Jackal Kingdom, going to the Western Regions is more in line with my profession. The Emperor really has good judgment, choosing me instead.
"Oh, what about me?"
Li Ru was dumbfounded. "What about us?"
We're partners, haven't you forgotten about me, the strategist? I'm very important!
Cough cough!
The messenger chuckled dryly, "His Majesty's decree: the strategist will still go to the Jackal Kingdom, but Zhang Liao will be the commander-in-chief, and Lü Bu the deputy commander. Additionally, the Wudang Flying Army and the White Feather Soldiers will be transferred into the Jackal Kingdom..."
Li Ru's lips twitched. This was too hasty; he had been abandoned halfway through the journey.
He was hoping for a great start and a promotion, but now he's completely out of luck. He chuckled dryly, "Envoy, does the Western Regions not need a strategist?"
"No need for the Western Regions. His Majesty said that although our Great Liang prioritizes peace, that applies to our friends. When facing enemies, there's no need for such formalities; just kill them directly. Do whatever is convenient for you," the envoy said with a dry laugh.
puff!
Li Ru was dumbfounded. Our Great Liang's peace policy is indeed more scientific!
How we achieve peace is entirely up to us.
Ran Min didn't care and laughed loudly, "Strategist, don't be discouraged. After I, the General Who Conquers the West, have wiped out this so-called Jite, I will come to help you destroy this Zhennan Dynasty!"
After saying that, he immediately perked up and began to organize the Qihuo Army in his hands.
Alien race, here I come!
"Those who are not of our kind will surely have different hearts. Brothers, follow me to the Western Regions and reclaim our Great Liang's territory!"
"Anyone who dares to block our way will be killed without mercy!"
The eyes of the 100,000 Qihuo Army lit up instantly. They were still the same boys they once were, but their weapons and equipment were no longer what they used to be.
The Qihuo Army was born in a time of despair, and its weapons and equipment could even be described as rudimentary. However, with the full armament of the Great Liang, it has undergone a complete transformation and is no longer comparable to what it once was.
Their combat power has increased several times over; it's time to find someone to test their skills.
When the Qihuo Army set out, blood flowed endlessly, and even the sky was stained with blood-red clouds.
Along the way, the people of Great Liang were also frightened by this terrifying army, especially by the blood-red battle flag, which made their scalps tingle. However, after realizing that it was their own people, everyone couldn't help but cheer.
"This General Who Conquers the West looks so fierce, my son was terrified."
"Get lost, I was almost scared to death."
"My God, they sent hundreds of thousands before, and now another hundred thousand have gone—a hundred thousand ruthless men! It seems the Emperor is determined to destroy the Western Regions!"
"Hahaha, this is the true character of our Great Liang Emperor! He's either at war or on his way to war. He's just that domineering."
"There was a previous announcement that the Western Regions have formed some kind of alliance, not only to cut off the westward advance of the Great Liang, but also to threaten Xining Commandery. How can His Majesty possibly tolerate this!"
"There's a saying in the Great Liang army that you should know: 'Take life and death lightly, and fight if you're not convinced.' Got it!"
"Holy crap, that's some serious stuff!"
The people couldn't help but discuss it, each sharing what they knew. Some were puzzled, some were excited, but most were proud.
That's right, it's pride!
We used to be the ones being bullied, now it's our turn to bully others. If we don't like you, we'll beat you up.
Now we can only pray that the Great Liang will prevail, that they will defeat the Western Regions and make them cry out in despair.
" The Western Regions are in trouble!"
Some of the Western Regions tribes in Great Liang turned pale. The overwhelming force of Great Liang made them feel immense pressure. If things went wrong, countless people in the Western Regions might die, and rivers of blood might flow.
With the Great Liang so powerful now, how could these people from the Western Regions be so foolish? They're practically courting death.
News quickly reached the Western Regions. The arrival of nearly 700,000 troops instantly increased the pressure on the Western Regions Alliance, putting them in a terrible state. This was simply a matter of life and death.
"What's going on? Great Liang started fighting without warning?"
"Nearly 700,000 troops are heading our way, and they'll probably attack us soon. We're in big trouble now!"
The Western Regions had been closely monitoring the situation in Great Liang, but the news sent chills down their spines; Great Liang was serious.
The mobilization of 700,000 troops is absolutely no joke; it's not something to be taken lightly.
As the leader of the alliance, Jite's face was ashen. He said in a deep voice, "They arrived so quickly. What about the Zhennan Dynasty and the Frostwest Empire? Have they responded?"
If I scheme against these two countries and they don't react, then they shouldn't blame me for being a ruthless person.
" The Frostwest Empire sent 300,000 troops at a snail's pace, probably hoping to weaken us both so they can reap the benefits," a deputy said with a bitter expression.
"What? They arrived at a snail's pace?" Jite's face turned green. This Frostwest Empire has no shame whatsoever.
"What about the Zhennan Dynasty?"
"They announced a nationwide war effort, urging the entire nation to help us, but nothing seems to be happening; they're just conducting military training instead."
Grass!
Jite's face immediately turned ugly. He sneered, "The enemy is coming in two days. If you're going to play these tricks on me, don't blame me for being uncivilized."
We publicly declare that our Western Regions Alliance deeply admires the Emperor of Great Liang, and we are willing to engage in friendly communication, even to the point of surrendering.
If you don't have any martial ethics, then I won't either. I'll just lie down and let you fight me.
Forehead!
The other king couldn't help but nod to himself. Although this was somewhat shameless, it could force the Frostwest Empire to take action.
If you allow your side to suffer casualties, then we'll just give way and let your Frostwest Empire and Great Liang fight it out; we'll ignore it.
This push-pull technique is simply an art.
The Frostwest Empire cannot be ignored.
Sure enough, when the news reached the ears of the Frostwest Empire, the 300,000-strong army, which had been advancing at a snail's pace, suddenly charged forward as if equipped with wheels of fire. We must hold them off, brothers!
Both armies are continuously gathering and have already begun their preparations; a battle between Great Liang and the Western Regions is about to begin.
After two days of discussion among the people of Great Liang about the situation in the Western Regions, the fervor died down, and another major event took its place!
" The Imperial Examination System allowed for exceptional selection of officials!"
"To enter the Imperial Academy and become a student of the Emperor is an immeasurable honor!"
The first Imperial Examination the Great Liang Dynasty will be held on a trial basis in a month, jointly organized by the Ministry of Rites and the Imperial Academy.
Once the news spread, it caused an uproar throughout Great Liang.
Countless students were startled by this sudden news. Initially taken aback, they were met with a deluge of praise – a hymn of admiration from the vast student body.
With the implementation of the Imperial Examination System, the imperial court was no longer controlled by powerful families, and people like us finally had a chance to turn our lives around.