Ming Dynasty: Charge, Emperor Yongle!

October of the fifth year of the Hongwu reign.

The banners of the Ming Dynasty were planted in the Tianshan Mountains from the distant Central Plains, and the Ming army established its prestige in the Western Regions with a brilliant victory.

Whether it was Mughalistan, the city-states of Yarkand, or the tribes of the nearby Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, all were shaken.

The instigator, Zhu Di, the Prince of Yan of the Ming Dynasty, summoned the most influential figure of the Eastern Chagatai Khanate to the city lord's mansion in Zhangbali.

"uncle."

Looking at the disheveled Hamadin, Huda was filled with mixed emotions.

If he hadn't recognized reality in time, he might be one of those prisoners here now.

"The Ming Dynasty inherited the legal system of the Yuan Dynasty and rightfully enjoys sovereignty over the eastern border."

"Hamar al-Din has arbitrarily started a war, provoked trouble, and committed heinous crimes that must be punished."

"From this day forward, Mughalstein shall present to the Ming Dynasty three thousand high-quality stallions, five thousand artisans of various ethnicities, and one hundred thousand taels of gold."

"Whoa!!!"

Upon hearing this, Hamadin looked up at Zhu Di with disbelief.

Even Huda was stunned. It was unbelievable that the Ming Dynasty would not kill Hamadin.

"What's wrong?"

"You're not satisfied?"

Zhu Di looked at him expressionlessly.

"No, no, no."

Hamardin immediately knelt down and kowtowed: "Thank you for the Great Ming's forgiveness."

"Long live the Prince of Yan of the Great Ming Dynasty! Long live the Prince of Yan! Long live the Prince of Yan!"

Let alone paying these things, even if it meant ceding two-thirds of the land, he wouldn't refuse as long as he could live.

"Our Great Ming is a land of propriety. Our visit to reclaim Beiting is simply to exercise imperial sovereignty."

"The Ming Dynasty hopes to establish friendships with all nations and open up trade."

"The Mongol Empire is a thing of the past, and I hope you all understand that."

"I heard that the youngest son of Tughluq Timur Khan of the Eastern Chagatai Khanate was adopted by the leader of the Khudaida?"

Zhu Di looked at Huda with a half-smile.

"this!"

Huda's face turned deathly pale instantly, his knees buckled, and he could barely stand.

"It really was you."

Hamardin glared fiercely at his nephew, who had killed all the descendants of Tughluq Timur Khan, leaving only one survivor who stood in his way of becoming the Great Khan of the Eastern Chagatai Khanate.

"Since Mughalstein and Yarkand have already established their own order..."

"I believe we should not return to our previous situation. What do you think?"

Zhu Di toyed with the ivory bracelet in his hand and said calmly.

'Thump!'

Hamardin and Hudada were startled and looked at the young prince in front of them.

"It's already October, and the end of the year is approaching."

"If you two start arranging the Hajj procession now, you should be able to make it in time for the New Year celebrations."

"I believe that the Emperor will not hesitate to bestow golden seals upon you two, granting you the right to become the masters of Mughalstein and Yarkand."

Zhu Di brought up the matter with a smile.

Hamardin and Hudada instantly understood his meaning: he wanted them to submit a memorial to the Ming Dynasty.

"What do you two think?"

Zhu Di asked again.

"Mongolianism is willing to obey the decree of His Majesty the Great Emperor of the Ming Dynasty!"

After this incident, Hamadin realized the power of the Ming Dynasty. It was almost impossible for him to unify the Western Regions. It would be better to rely on the power of the Ming Dynasty to maintain his rule in Mughalistan and realize his dream of replacing the descendants of the Golden Family.

"What about Yarkand?"

"Yarkand is willing to submit to the Ming Dynasty!"

Kudaida harbored ambitions; he was no longer content to be a subject of the Eastern Chagatai Khanate and wanted to become the Great Khan himself.

If he could receive an imperial decree from the Ming Dynasty, at least he would no longer face any legal issues in becoming the ruler of Yarkand.

"Then you should all go back and prepare."

With a wave of his hand, Zhu Di issued an order to dismiss the guests.

"Thank you, Your Highness!"

Hamardin and Khudaida left one after the other, led by their attendants.

Watching them leave, the Ming generals present were puzzled. They had clearly won the battle, so why didn't His Highness the Prince of Yan press his advantage and reclaim the entire Western Regions in one fell swoop?

"The craftsmen stayed behind, the stallions were sent to the northern deserts for breeding, and the gold was ordered to be escorted back to the capital."

Zhu Di ignored their thoughts and gave his instructions methodically.

These things have depleted most of Mughalstein's resources. Coupled with the loss of 100,000 troops, Hamadin could no longer regain his former glory and could only rely on the help of the Ming Dynasty to fight against the Timurid Empire.

With Yarkand and Mughalstein in place, the Ming Dynasty could freely manage Beiting and Hexi, restoring the glory of the Han and Tang dynasties.

When Beiting and Hexi are completely under the control of the Ming Dynasty, that will be the opportunity for the Ming Dynasty to completely recover the Western Regions and advance into Central Asia.

At present, the Ming Dynasty has not yet pacified Liaodong and the southwest. To rashly march into the Western Regions would be the most foolish move. Taking too big a step could easily lead to disaster.

"Yes."

Mu Ying waved her hand, and the people behind her went down to make arrangements.

"Nai'er doesn't spend money."

"You will assist Mu Ying here in establishing the Beiting Protectorate."

"The imperial court's rewards should arrive in the spring; a marquisate is almost certain."

"Yes."

Nai'er couldn't hide her joy. How many marquises were there in the entire Ming Dynasty? This title was quite prestigious.

Moreover, he was the Deputy Grand Protector of Beiting, a position far more prestigious than that of the Grand Commandant of the Northern Yuan.

"Batu".

"I will give you two choices."

"First, stay in Beiting and serve as a guard commander, a third-rank official, in charge of 5,600 soldiers and agricultural settlement affairs."

"Secondly, return to the capital with me."

Zhu Di turned his gaze to Batu, who had followed him all the way from the northern desert.

"Your Highness's kindness is enough to make me willing to serve you for life."

Batu knelt on one knee and solemnly bowed, the highest form of loyalty to one's master on the grasslands.

"Whoa!"

Everyone present was somewhat surprised, not expecting that this young man from a Mongolian herdsman background would have such courage and boldness.

"it is good."

"You will be appointed as the deputy commander of the 3,000-strong battalion to assist Huo Zhen."

Zhu Di promised Batu a promising future: the position of deputy general of the three guards of the Prince of Yan's mansion, a fourth-rank official.

"Yes."

Batu was not discouraged at all; on the contrary, he was overjoyed.

"Fireball True, Zhu Neng, Liu Sheng."

"I will go first, and you will follow with the Three Thousand Battalion, the Five Armies Battalion, and the Divine Machine Battalion."

"Let's all go to Yingtian Prefecture to celebrate the New Year."

Looking around at everyone, Zhu Di smiled and gave his instructions.

"Yes."

Everyone present responded in unison, their expressions filled with excitement.

They knew that returning to the capital was just the beginning; the real highlight was the imperial court's bestowal of titles and rewards.

They fought countless battles alongside Prince Yan, Zhu Di, all vying for official positions, titles, and riches.

...........

On that day, the Beiting Protectorate was officially established.

Tingzhou Guard, Hami Guard, Gaochang Guard, Yanqi Guard, and Loulan Guard appeared on the eastern frontier, and cities were restored to their Han names: Loulan, Gaochang, Gushi, Yanqi...

The imprint brought by the Mongols is disappearing at a visible rate, being replaced by the elegance and refinement of the Han people brought by the Ming Dynasty.

The effects of this war continue to spread, with many forces in Central Asia, South Asia, and the Yuan Dynasty's Xuanzheng Yuan territory stirring with ambition.