On the official road west of Jingzhao, a team of more than 2,000 people was marching mightily. A large flag with a black wolf head embroidered on a yellow background attracted special attention. The soldiers and nobles in the team were generally wearing yellow clothes, and the people on both sides
People gathered around to watch, and soon news came out that this was the Yellow-headed Uighur chief who was visiting Jingzhao. It was rumored that the chief and the Xuanfu envoy were sworn brothers.
Chief Cao Changchun was riding on a horse with great interest. In the carriage behind him sat more than a dozen of his wives, concubines, and seven of his children. This was the first time that Cao Changchun came to Jingzhao after more than ten years, and he brought his wives, concubines, and children together.
and bring.
Of course, Cao Changchun knew Chen Qing's intention to invite him to Jingzhao at this time. He had also been paying attention to the movements in Xixia. Similarly, he learned about the Jin Kingdom sending troops to Xixia, which led to Xiao Heda being eradicated and the civil war in Xixia quickly stopped.
Next, Xixia will inevitably turn around and fight for the Hexi Corridor, or go south to attack Xihe Road. The Uighur and Song armies must unite to deal with Xixia. This is the meaning of his alliance and sworn sworn alliance with Chen Qing.
In fact, Cao Changchun was far more anxious about Xixia than Chen Qing. While Chen Qing was attacking Shaanxi Road, he had already taken the opportunity to seize Suzhou and Guazhou. If he annexed Shazhou, he would be able to connect with his current territory.
Become one.
However, Xixia has 20,000 elite troops in Shazhoutun. Last month, when Cao Changchun's army attacked Shazhou, they were defeated by the Xixia army in Shazhou, with more than 2,000 casualties and the death of a captain.
This failure is a bad sign. Once Xixia counterattacks, he will definitely be attacked from both sides. Suzhou and Guazhou will definitely be thrown away if his foothold is not stable. He is afraid that Ganzhou will not be able to hold it and will eventually be driven back to the back of the Qilian Mountains.
Therefore, when Chen Qing invited his family to visit Jingzhao, he immediately understood and took his family to Jingzhao.
Of course, Cao Changchun would never come empty-handed. He brought one million sheep as a gift this time. It was inconvenient for the sheep to travel long distances, so he stayed in Lanzhou and Niu Gao, the new envoy of Lanhuang, took over.
"Great Chief, that's Jingzhao City!"
Liangzhou Tongpan, who accompanied Cao Changchun to the south, pointed to the faintly visible city wall ahead and laughed loudly.
"Yeah! Nothing has changed."
Cao Changchun ordered: "Speed up!"
The team sped up and drove towards Jingzhao City. Not long after, Wang Qiu, the magistrate of the Xuanfu Envoy's Office of Guest Affairs, came to greet them.
At this time, Chen Qing brought a group of officials waiting outside the West City Gate.
An official galloped on horseback and said loudly: "Report to the Xuanfu envoy, the Uighur team is already five miles away!"
Chen Qing nodded and said to Jiang Yan first: "This time Cao Changchun sent a million sheep, most of which are ewes. I have asked Niugao to accept them and raise them by Qinghai Lake in the future. We will also take them out here."
Give the other party grain and cloth as a return gift, and give a little more."
Jiang Yanxian smiled and said: "Don't worry, Ambassador Xuanfu! We guarantee that there will be no problems in the exchange of favors."
Not long after, Cao Changchun's team arrived. Cao Changchun got off his horse and laughed loudly: "Brother, I haven't seen you for a long time. I am really happy today!"
"Me too, I have always missed my brother!"
The two smiled and hugged tightly, and Cao Changchun introduced his seven children to Chen Qing. The eldest son, Cao An, was fifteen years old and should be the next chief.
Chen Qing took off his sword and gave it to Cao An. He smiled and said, "This is a sword made by Lu Yang, a famous swordsmith in the Song Dynasty. I give it to my nephew!"
Cao Changchun quickly said to his son: "This is your uncle's sword, why don't you thank me!"
Cao An took the sword and bowed in salute, "My nephew, thank you uncle for giving me the sword!"
Cao Changchun then smiled and introduced Chen Qing's other wives, concubines, and children.
Yellow-headed Uighur is a Buddhist country. The wives and concubines all came forward to salute with clasped hands. Among the dozen wives and concubines, Chen Qing saw a tall woman with a veil on her face. Through the veil, she could still feel a pair of soul-stirring eyes. Beautiful eyes.
Chen Qing's heart skipped a beat, and he suddenly remembered that ridiculous night in Zhangye.
But he immediately regained his composure. He had lost his temper after drinking that time, and he would never do such a ridiculous thing again.
Chen Qing introduced his officials to Cao Changchun one by one. Cao Changchun nodded and praised: "They are all great talents in governing the country and bringing peace to the country. Dear brother, I heard that Jingzhao Taixue is about to open, and I also want to send a batch of them." There are about 20 children of Uighur nobles coming to study at Taixue, I wonder if we can make arrangements?"
Chen Qing said happily: "No problem, I will ask Taixue to set up a Uighur class specifically to arrange courses according to their academic situation."
Gu Huan
"Great, I'll urge them to set off when I turn around!"
Chen Qing invited Cao Changchun to get on the roofless carriage, and he personally accompanied Cao Changchun. Cao Changchun was warmly welcomed by the people of Jingzhao. Tens of thousands of people lined the streets singing and dancing, and the sound of gongs and drums was loud.
Cao Changchun was quite moved and said to Chen Qing: "I didn't expect the people in Jingzhao to be so warm and kind. They have already made me feel the atmosphere of the prosperous Tang Dynasty."
Chen Qing also smiled and said: "Brother Cao is a distinguished guest, and the Yellow-headed Uighur is our friend. It is only natural to warmly welcome our distinguished guests and friends!"
Cao Changchun nodded and smiled: "I wonder if there is any grassland near Jingzhao City. We are used to living in tents, and it is really uncomfortable to live in a walled yard."
"In this case, I will not arrange a VIP hotel. There is a large grassland in the east of the city. It is a pasture where we raise horses. There are rivers, lakes, and woods. It is a popular outing place for people in Jingzhao. Brother can bring his family Stationed there."
Cao Changchun warmly invited: "Well, let's barbecue and drink together tonight. My brothers and officials can all come with their wives and children!"
Chen Qing smiled and said: "Of course you can, but you want me to be the host, eat Tongzhou's mutton, and drink our good wine!"
Cao Changchun laughed, "I haven't drank sake in many years, and I still really miss it!"
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In the afternoon, Yan Jun, the commander of the soldiers, returned to his residence and found his wife Lu Xiu. He cupped his fists and saluted, saying: "Madam, the Xuanfu envoy said that there would be a bonfire banquet at Changlepo outside the East City at night to entertain the Uighur chief and his entourage. The Xuanfu envoy asked his wife. Can you bring your son to the banquet?"
Lu Xiu shook her head, "Your general knows that Xue'er can't live without me at night. She's still too young to go out at night."
Yan Jun added: "Xuanfu Envoy said that if the madam cannot come, then let the second madam bring the young master to attend."
Lu Xiu thought for a while and asked, "Are the chief's wives and concubines here?"
"Replying to Madam, my wife, concubines, and children are all here."
Lu Xiu said with a smile: "Let's do this! It would be impolite for me not to go. You tell the general that I will bring Ji'er and Alian to the banquet, but Ji'er and I can only show our faces and cannot stay for a long time. Then Alian will take care of us." he."
Yan Jun hesitated and said: "Xuanfu Envoy specifically told me that neither the third lady nor the fourth lady should go, but the second lady can do it!"
Lu Xiu's thoughts changed and she immediately guessed what her husband was thinking. She couldn't help but burst out laughing. Her husband was probably worried that the chief was interested in Alian and Aying, and if he couldn't refuse if he proposed it, he would simply not show up. He was very thoughtful.
"Okay! I'll take the second lady there."
Yan Jun bowed and was about to leave, but Lu Xiu stopped him again and said calmly: "General Yan, you have neglected your duties in Zhangye."
Yan Jun's face felt a little hot. They had indeed neglected their duties in Zhangye. They actually let the Uighur chief's woman stay alone with the lord for most of the night. The lord was in a drunken state. If the Uighur chief wanted to seize Xihe Road, the lord would be in danger.
"Madam, please rest assured, there will never be a second time!" Yan Jun bowed and left in a hurry.
Lu Xiu is not narrow-minded and does not allow her husband to marry a Uighur. This is two different things from a marriage. A marriage requires marrying the chief's daughter or sister. This kind of transfer of concubines is not a marriage. For the Uighur chief, at most
It is a piece of property given casually.
Lu Xiu didn't like this kind of property at all and didn't want her husband to accept it.
Lu Xiu immediately asked the maid to find the Yu sisters and Zhao Qiaoyun.
"Tonight, the officials are hosting a banquet for the Uighur chief in Shiliyuan. I may not be able to come back. I will take Ji'er to attend for a while. I will be back in half an hour at most. Ah Ying will take care of Xue'er for me, and Qiaoyun will stay here.
Please take care of the officer, don't let him drink too much, it's best to bring him back."
Yu Lian was stunned and reminded in a low voice: "Madam!"
Lu Xiu smiled at her and said, "You and Ah Ying just stay at home. If the hairy chief takes a fancy to you, the officials will not fall out with him over such a thing."
Thinking of the hairy chief, both Yu Lian and Yu Lian could not help but tremble.
