As the army marched forward, they detoured through the northern territory of Kucha, capturing cities along the way, and then divided their forces from within to advance eastward to other cities in Kucha, taking two months.
But now the road is clear, and all cities and official roads are controlled by the Great Jin military to ensure smooth military reports.
So when Manbao and the others traveled from Xizhou City to Kucha's Wang City, they encountered no obstacles and saw the city gates of Wang City in just three days.
With troops stationed outside Wang City, the guards holding General Han's token led Zhou Man and the others in, and soon a logistics lieutenant came, "The Chief Steward has gone to the Shule Kingdom."
The guards widened their eyes, "When did the Chief Steward go to Shule Kingdom? Wait, when was Wang City captured?"
"Two days ago," the lieutenant said, "the King of Kucha fled from another side, and the Chief Steward ordered a fierce attack, capturing the city."
