It was windy and snowy outside, and the camp in Ketun was brightly lit. Five thousand Turkic cavalry and one thousand cavalry under Luo Yi were waiting in strict formation, confronting tens of thousands of Khitan cavalry on the opposite side. The atmosphere was tense and the situation was about to break out.

In Ketun's tent, the leaders of the eight Khitan tribes, led by the alliance leader Du Luo, and some nobles were detained here. This was also the direct cause of the confrontation between the two sides.

At this time, Ke Dun was seen sitting on the main seat with a cold face and stern eyes. The Khitan female assassin who was captured alive had died due to excessive injuries, and her cold body was lying there.

The Khitan female assassin was briefly interrogated before her death. Although nothing could be found out, judging from the language she used, it appeared that the Khitan female assassin was not actually a Khitan, but a Goguryeo. Judging from her appearance and characteristics,

The judgment also confirmed this, that is to say, the assassination of Ke Dun was related to Goguryeo, so the nature of the matter was even more serious!

Du Luo, the leader of the Eight Khitan Alliance, said with a solemn expression: "Dear Ke Dun, Du Luo dares to swear to God that these assassins have nothing to do with us. Please understand the truth clearly."

Saragon Tutun sneered and said: "You prepared the singing and dancing. The assassin is hiding among the Khitan women who performed the dance. I dare to say that it has nothing to do with you. I think it was you who colluded with the Goguryeo people to assassinate Ketun. He should be beheaded immediately to show the public!"

The chiefs and nobles of the eight Khitan tribes present were so frightened that their faces turned pale, and they knelt on the ground and cried out for injustice. Princess Yicheng still had a cold look in her eyes, and nodded to Luo Yi, who then turned around and came out of the tooth tent, and soon led a group of people.

A group of Sui soldiers came in. Each of these Sui soldiers held a wooden box and placed them all in front of a group of Khitan nobles.

Du Luo, Ge Luo Lu and others couldn't help but look at each other. At this time, the Sui soldiers had opened these wooden boxes, and they were filled with the heads of the Khitan cavalry who had previously chased Gongsun Yingxiu.

All the Khitan chiefs and nobles present were shocked. Among them, Motuo, the chief of the Independent Department, was even more frightened and trembled.

Ke Dun said coldly: "Which tribe of yours do these heads belong to? Come out and claim them yourself."

Everyone’s eyes turned to Mo Tuo, the chief of the Independent Life Department, who stood up tremblingly: “Hui Kedun, these are the people of my Independent Life Department. I don’t know where they offended the Sui Dynasty, but they were killed by the soldiers of the Sui Dynasty.

killed!"

Luo Yi sneered and said: "These people looted wantonly in our Liucheng County in the Sui Dynasty and chased the convoy of Gongsun and his family. We killed them on the spot. Since you admit that you are from your tribe, that's the best. But Lady Dun

, General Mo believes that there is a high possibility that the Independent Work Department colluded with the Goguryeo people to assassinate you, so everyone in the Independent Work Department should be arrested immediately to find out the truth."

Ke Dun nodded and said: "It should be so, Du Luo, you are the leader of the Eight Khitan Alliance, and you have always been loyal to the Sui Dynasty and the Turks. The Aijia believes that you are innocent, and even most of the people present are innocent, but

There must be some people with evil intentions among them, and the Ai family will not wrongly blame any loyal minister, nor let any traitor go, so as long as you are innocent, there is no need to worry."

It was obvious that Princess Yicheng did not want to resist a large attack and trigger a full-scale conflict. Although the Khitan was very weak, the Khitan troops in front of them still had the upper hand, and her side would definitely suffer in a real fight.

It is said that the reason why Du Luo, Ge Luo Lu and others "lost" Ke Dun's face before was just secretly instructed by Khan Shibi Khan of the Turks. If they really wanted to assassinate Ke Dun, they did not have the courage. After all, the Sui Dynasty now sent heavy troops

They gathered on the front line in western Liaoning, not far from the Khitan. If they angered Sui Emperor Yang Guang, they might not attack Goguryeo and directly send their troops north to destroy the Khitan.

So now Ke Dun was forced to go down the ladder, and Duo Ma climbed down the ladder, saying that he would fully support Ke Dun to find out the truth. The chiefs and nobles of other tribes also expressed their support. Only the chief of the Independent Ministry of Life, Mo Tuo, collapsed.

He cried bitterly and said: "But Queen Dun clearly understands that Mo Tuo is unjust. Mo Tuo did not send anyone to intercept and kill Gongsun and his family, let alone assassinate you."

At this time, there was a rapid sound of horse hooves outside, and everyone in the tent changed their expressions. They thought that the two sides facing each other outside were fighting, but strangely there was no shouting and fighting, and the sound of horse hooves came from closer.

Far away, it gradually disappeared into the sound of wind and snow.

Just when everyone was puzzled, a Turkic guard came in and reported: "Reporting to Ketun, the men and horses of the Independent Living Department suddenly evacuated in the snow."

Motuo, the chief of the Independent Living Department, was stunned for a moment, and then yelled: "Suler, you bastard killed me!"

Su Le is Mo Tuo's biological brother, and he is very prestigious in the Independent Living Department, so there is no one else but him who can take the Independent Living Department away at this time. Obviously, Su Le must be related to the assassination, otherwise it would not be possible.

He was so afraid that he left his chief brother behind and fled with his tribe.

"Kedun, the grazing station of the Independent Living Department is bordering Goguryeo. Suler must have defected to Goguryeo. My subordinate requested to lead two thousand cavalry to catch him." Sha Meilu said with murderous intent.

Princess Yicheng nodded and said: "Go quickly, anyone who dares to resist will be killed without mercy!"

Shameilu immediately ordered two thousand Turkic cavalry and pursued the escaping independent tribe in the snow.

Now that the traitor had been found out, Princess Yicheng used gentle means to appease the leaders and nobles of the other seven Khitan tribes and released them on the spot. Even the chief of the Independent Tribe, Motuo, was only temporarily placed under house arrest and promised,

As long as it is later proven that Mo Tuo did not participate in planning the assassination, he will be let go and he will continue to be the chief of the Independent Life Department.

Princess Yicheng's move not only successfully resolved the tense conflict between the two sides, but also won the favor of the chiefs and nobles of various tribes. From this, it seems that this woman can establish a firm foothold in the Turks and gain high prestige. It is indeed very promising.

wrist.

Let's say that Gao Bufan and Yu Juluo took shelter from the wind and snow in a cave and returned to the camp the next afternoon. The latter returned to Ketun, while Gao Bufan returned to his tent on his own.

Brothers Cui Hu and Gao Shixiong were worried all night, and when they saw Gao Bufan come back, they couldn't help but heave a sigh of relief.

"Boss Changqing, you haven't come back all day and night, and you are worrying us to death!" Gao Shiheng said.

"No, my second brother and I went up the mountain to look for you all night. We thought you had peed your butt!" Gao Shixiong said.

"A dog can't spit out ivory from its mouth!" Gao Bufan was both angry and a little touched, because the eyes of Gao Shiheng and brother Gao Shiheng were bloodshot, and it was obvious that they had not slept all night.

"Have Chang Qing and General Yu caught up with the two killers? They haven't returned home all day and night, but what happened?" Cui Hu asked with concern.

Gao Bufan nodded and said: "We caught up, but the owner of Jinghua Shuiyue Tower suddenly came out, and I and Senior Yu almost lost their lives."

Cui Hu's expression changed drastically and he blurted out: "Jing Hua Shui Yue Tower?"

Gao Bufan nodded and said, "Brother Cui also knows about Jinghua Shuiyue Tower?"

Cui Hu looked solemn and said: "Flower in the mirror, moon in the water, Jinghua Shuiyue Tower, this killer organization was famous all over the world in the early years. Even the emperor dared to assassinate, how could I not know about it. It is said that the martial arts of the owner of Jinghua Shuiyue Tower is superb, Chang Qing can

His men escaped unscathed, which is truly a blessing in misfortune."

Gao Bufan shrugged and said, "That man is wearing a golden ghost mask. Senior Yu is not sure that he is the owner of Jinghua Shuiyue Tower. This man's martial arts are of course extremely high, but I don't think he is as scary as the legend says."

Cui Hu nodded when he heard this and said: "It is said that the owner of Jinghua Shuiyue is very mysterious. No one knows his true identity. Maybe you met someone who is not the real owner."

"By the way, didn't we capture a female assassin alive? Did anything come out from the interrogation?" Gao Bufan asked.

Cui Hu smiled bitterly and said: "I am not qualified to participate in the interrogation, but according to Governor Luo, the female assassin is actually from Goguryeo. From this point of view, this assassination was actually planned by Goguryeo, and the killer of Jinghua Shuiyue Tower was also hired by Goguryeo.

The purpose is to destroy the relationship between Khitan and Sui Dynasty."

Gao Bufan nodded when he heard this and said: "It's possible, but the Goguryeo people can invite the killer of Jinghua Shuiyue Tower?"

Cui Huqi said: "Why not? As long as the customer can afford the price, Jinghua Shuiyue Tower can kill anyone, including the Emperor of the Sui Dynasty."

Gao Shixiong chuckled and said, "It's so fucking lawless. Oh, by the way, Gongsun and everyone were here last night. Hehe, it seems that Gongsun and everyone care about Boss Changqing."

Gao Bufan's heart moved and he asked casually: "When did she come?"

"It must have been dark not long ago. Later, my second brother and I were worried and went up the mountain to search again. This morning, Gongsun and his family asked their maid to come with a sword to ask." Gao Shixiong replied.

Cui Hu joked: "It seems that Gongsun and everyone really care about Changqing. Since Changqing is back, he should come to report that he is safe."

Gao Bufan felt a little strange when he heard this. At this moment, he saw Luo Yi walking over through the snow. His face was slightly pale and his whole body was wrapped tightly. It was obviously caused by internal injuries.

"I've seen Governor Luo!" Gao Bufan said, cupping his fists.

Luo Yi smiled and said with concern: "Brother Gao is back safely, I'm glad to say that I heard that you met the owner of Jinghua Shuiyue Tower, how is it? How are you hurt?"

Gao Bufan smiled and said: "I was hit in the palm and suffered some internal injuries, but nothing serious."

Luo Yi gave a thumbs up and said: "I didn't expect Brother Gao to be so skilled in martial arts. He was still able to jump around after being hit by the owner of the Mirror Flower Shuiyue Tower, and even had the energy to fight back and injure the opponent. General Yu just talked about that in front of Ke Dun.

I couldn't help but sweat when I saw the scene."

Gao Bufan smiled lightly and said, "It's just a fluke!"
Chapter completed!