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Moreover, while conquering the Ming Dynasty, they also recruited a large number of surrendered generals and 0 surrendered soldiers.
Now, with the addition of the 100,000 troops Zheng Qiankun brought with him, Zheng Qiankun now commands an army of 700,000.
Upon learning this news, Zheng Qiankun immediately ordered his subordinate generals to lead their armies to demand grain from the powerful families in various regions, and to exterminate any families that refused.
When those aristocratic families heard this news, they were all dumbfounded.
They originally thought that as long as they bowed down to Zheng Qiankun, they could protect their family and property.
Unexpectedly, Zheng Qiankun was so ruthless, not only wanting their lives but also their money.
Some powerful families wanted to resist, but when they saw Zheng Qiankun's army charging in with great force, they were too frightened to move.
In the end, most of the powerful families chose to compromise and obediently handed over their provisions and wealth.
However, some powerful families still felt that they were strong enough to stand up to Zheng Qiankun.
So they joined forces and formed an allied army to try to stop Zheng Qiankun's army.
However, they underestimated Zheng Qiankun's determination and strength.
Zheng Qiankun only dispatched three thousand elite Black Riders, which amounted to thirty million innate masters, to engage in a great battle with the allied forces of the aristocratic families.
As expected, the allied forces of the powerful families were massacred.
Seeing that the situation was hopeless, the leaders of the allied forces scattered and fled.
The Black Knights then seized the opportunity to pursue and eliminate them one by one.
Then, Zheng Qiankun's army received generous support from these aristocratic families.
He then ordered two Grandmasters and ten rank-9 generals to lead a thousand Black Riders and twenty thousand Daqing Yongzhou soldiers, along with two hundred thousand Ming troops, to attack the northern nomadic tribes.
Tianlong World.
More than ten days ago, after King Ru conquered Western Xia and Tibet, he rested for three days.
Each country left behind 40,000 of its own troops, 1,000 Red Armored Soldiers, four temple messengers, and five ninth-rank generals to guard against a surprise attack from the neighboring Liao and Song dynasties.
He then led the remaining 200 million troops of his own army, Empress Dowager Li Qiushui of Western Xia, the Tibetan national teacher, and the 200,000 elite surrendered soldiers.
Like a hungry tiger pouncing on its prey, it pounced straight on the Dali Kingdom.
The main reason why they didn't directly attack the three great powers of Liao, Jin, and Song was that their troop numbers were somewhat insufficient at the time.
Even if we could conquer these three countries, we wouldn't have enough troops to garrison them.
Therefore, King Ru decided to first conquer the three small states to stabilize the situation, and then wait until he had integrated enough surrendered troops.
Then launch an attack on these three major powers.
Meanwhile, in Dali, upon learning that the suddenly rising Daqing was leading an army of over 200,000 to attack them...
I was absolutely terrified.
The current emperor of Dali is still Emperor Duan Zhengming of Baoding.
In the Dali Imperial Palace, the current Emperor Baoding sat on the dragon throne, looking at the arguing courtiers below, and couldn't help but feel a headache coming on.
He never imagined that Daqing, which had suddenly risen to prominence, would be so powerful.
They conquered Tibet in just over ten days.
After a brief rest, they launched another attack on Dali without stopping.
He knew in his heart that the letter he had sent to the Song Dynasty requesting help would take at least seven days to reach the Song emperor.
Even if the Song Dynasty decides to lend a hand, it will take at least half a month for them to mobilize troops, deploy their forces, and carry out a series of actions.
However, Dali currently only has a force of over 100,000, and it would be difficult for them to hold out until then.
Just as Emperor Baoding was racking his brains for a solution, Prince Zhennan, Duan Zhengchun, stepped forward. He looked around, his gaze finally settling on Emperor Baoding, and said loudly:
"Your Majesty, the Great Qing has come with overwhelming force. Judging from their ability to conquer Western Xia and Tibet in just over ten days..."
The only way to stop them from conquering Dali is to rely on top-tier experts to guard the city.
There was only a glimmer of hope, waiting for reinforcements from the Song Dynasty to arrive.
As Prince Duan Zhengchun of Zhennan finished speaking, the previously noisy court officials immediately fell silent.
They began to consider whether Duan Zhengchun's method was feasible.
Upon hearing Duan Zhengchun's words, Duan Zhengming's eyes lit up, and he began to ponder.
If we can rely on the power of Tenryu-ji Temple, then we might actually be able to withstand the enemy's attack.
So he made the decision directly:
“This is indeed a good idea, Second Brother. Contact Tianlong Temple immediately and have them go to the border to guard it.”
Duan Zhengchun nodded in agreement upon hearing Duan Zhengming's words and responded:
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Then, Duan Zhengming glanced at the seemingly useless court officials with some dissatisfaction, a sense of helplessness and disappointment welling up in his heart.
He believed that these courtiers did not offer any useful advice or strategies, but were merely engaging in empty talk.
Therefore, he simply waved his hand and said impatiently:
"You guys can go down too!"
Upon hearing the emperor's words, the court officials all lowered their heads, their faces showing embarrassment.
They understood that their performance had not been approved by the emperor, and felt ashamed and guilty.
So they answered in unison:
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Then, they slowly withdrew from the court, secretly resolving to serve the country even more diligently.
Soon, Duan Zhengchun arrived at Tianlong Temple and explained the current situation in detail to the high monks of Tianlong Temple.
Upon hearing this, the old monks of Tianlong Temple immediately decided to follow Duan Zhengchun to the border of Dali without saying a word.
They deeply understand the importance of protecting the country and are willing to give everything for the peace and tranquility of the people.
When they arrived at the border, King Ru had already led an army of 200,000 to the gates of Yumen City.
The atmosphere between the two sides was extremely tense, and a major battle was about to break out.
The Confucian King looked up at the old monks with eighth-rank strength on the Jade Gate city wall.
A slight, mocking smile crept onto his lips as he said softly:
"This Dali is really interesting! They actually sent several elderly monks to guard the city."
"Could it be that they have no one left to use in Dali?"
Upon hearing these words, Kumārajīva, who was standing beside the Confucian king, quickly stepped forward and respectfully replied:
"Your Highness, those old monks above are monks from Tianlong Temple in Dali."
The monks at Tianlong Temple are all members of the Dali royal family. They have a peculiar custom—after the emperor abdicates, he will become a monk and enter Tianlong Temple to practice.
Upon hearing Kumārajīva's explanation, a hint of surprise flashed across King Ru's face, but he quickly regained his composure and smiled, saying:
"I see, Dali really does have such unique customs."
However, he didn't pay much attention to the matter. After all, the world is a vast place, and strange things like this are normal.
The Confucian King glanced at Li Qiushui and Kumārajīva, and calmly gave his instructions:
"You two go and try to persuade them to surrender. If they are sensible and willing to surrender, we will spare Dali's life."
If they remain obstinate and unrepentant, then don't blame me for being ruthless and utterly annihilating them.
Kumārajīva and Li Qiushui heard the Confucian King's words, which were calm yet carried a strong murderous intent.
A tremor ran through them, then the two exchanged a glance, mounted their horses, and rode to the foot of the city wall, shouting:
"Kurong, open the gates and surrender now, and His Highness Prince Ru of Daqing will give you a chance to live."
Chapter 107 The Demise of Tianlong Dali, Daqing Leaps to Become the Fourth Great Power
Just then, a voice came from the city wall:
"Kumārajīva, do you think we Dali are as cowardly as you Tibetans?"
If you want to fight, come on, we in Dali will fight to the bitter end.
Stop talking nonsense.
Everyone looked over at the sound and saw Kurong leap onto the city wall like a cannonball, glaring angrily at Kumārajīva.
Upon hearing this, Kumārajīva's face instantly darkened, and anger burned within him.
He thought to himself, "How dare this old man humiliate me like this!"
So he roared directly at Kurong:
"Kurong, since your Dali royal family is courting death, don't blame us Daqing for being ruthless."
Ku Rong remained unfazed and coldly replied:
"Come on, if you dare!"