"Since ancient times, emperors have ruled the world, and all the Chinese have stayed inside to control the barbarians, while the barbarians have lived outside to serve China."
Weiyang Palace, White Tiger Palace.
In addition to occasionally summoning outspoken people to inquire about national policies, the White Tiger Palace also had the function of officially receiving foreign chiefs and envoys from foreign countries. When Emperor Xiaocheng came to the court, the Xiongnu Chanyu was also introduced here. In order to show the majesty of the Han Dynasty.
, with the purpose of deterring foreigners, the White Tiger Palace was built in an extremely solemn and solemn way, completely different from the simplicity and generosity of the Xuanshi and other halls, and the magnificence of the Yeting Jiaofang.
It was the first time that King Youxian Qubei appeared openly in the majestic White Tiger Palace of the Han Dynasty, in public, and attracted the attention of many people. In the past, he was not afraid when facing Lao Shanyu Qiangqu, but now he was taken by the throne.
The young emperor glanced at him lightly and couldn't help but trembling slightly in his sleeves.
He comforted himself, anyway, these days, not only he, but also the fierce grandson was locked up at home by him, never leaving the door or taking a second step. It can be said that he was extremely cautious and boasted that he did not leave any clues. At this time, the imperial court was receiving the emperor.
The envoy, when holding a great dynasty, the emperor would not cause trouble to him.
Could it be that he wrote the memorial? It can be seen that the emperor's face was indifferent, and he didn't seem to give permission.
Qubei thought about it for a long time but finally couldn't figure it out. He gritted his teeth and knelt on the ground again, saying in a deep voice: "May I ask Your Majesty, why did you call me here?"
The emperor did not answer. He only glanced at Liu Yu and motioned for Liu Yu to take charge. After all, Liu Yu would rush to Bingzhou soon and had to communicate with Qubei in person in advance.
Liu Yu did not give in. He spoke calmly and said inexplicably: "You speak Chinese very well."
"Thank you Mr. Liu for the compliment." Qubei raised his eyes to look at the frail-looking Liu Yu, and carefully replied: "Our people have always admired the customs of the Han family. From Shanyu to the kings and princes, everyone can speak Chinese and know Han rituals.
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Liu Yu waved his hand, pointed to the seat on one side and said: "Your Majesty, please."
Go humble and say thank you, and then take your seat at the table. Sitting together is indeed in line with the corresponding etiquette.
"Since you have great admiration for the Han family, and the imperial court has no intention of blocking your progress, Your Majesty has just given permission to send Meng Sun to the Imperial Academy after the spring of next year."
As soon as Liu Yu finished speaking, Qubei immediately knelt down and said, "I thank you, Your Majesty! A dog has no talent, but he can enter the Imperial Academy only because of His Majesty's grace!"
The emperor waved his hand nonchalantly, signaling him to get up, and Liu Yu continued: "Meng Sun has a place to go, but he doesn't know where King You Xian wants to go?"
"This..." Qubei was a little hesitant. He didn't know if there was a hidden secret behind the other person's words. Out of caution, he said tactfully: "The Xiongnu is a country of the Han Dynasty, and I am my nephew.
I am the vanguard of the imperial court, serving His Majesty at your side."
Liu He nodded quietly and said yes, but the others didn't take it to heart at all.
The emperor looked at Liu He's honest appearance, and then at Liu Yu, who was kind and yet shrewd, and couldn't help but sigh in his heart.
Liu Yu obviously didn't believe it, and he went on to say: "Is that true? It's almost the end of the year, and you have been away from Shan Yuting for several years. Don't you want to go back?"
Speaking of this, Qubei's eyes suddenly turned red, and a burly man started to cry: "The country has been repeatedly attacked by wars, and members of the tribe have been massacred. Every time I think about it, I feel sad and resentful. I want to go back to my hometown to calm down my tribe."
Everyone, clean up the royal court and protect the imperial court! It’s a pity that I am incompetent and can’t save myself, let alone others?”
Before he finished speaking, Qubei started crying on the ground, as if he was missing his homeland, and seemed to be reminded of his own experiences. His sincerity and sincere words moved everyone's faces.
Liu Yu originally wanted to explain things in simple terms and gradually guide Qubei to surrender with his words. Unexpectedly, Qubei suddenly disrupted his rhythm. He didn't know whether to follow Qubei's words to comfort him or to continue talking.
The emperor couldn't stand it any longer, so he said coldly: "King Youxian."
The sound was not loud, but it fell clearly on Qubei's ears. He immediately stopped crying and choked out: "My minister is here."
Qubei thought that the emperor would comfort him and maybe let him go back. Unexpectedly, the emperor's next words made him feel like a thunderbolt.
"Do you want to be a Shanyu?"
When he went to Beideng, his face turned pale with fright. He forced a smile to the emperor and said: "My minister is not a direct descendant of Shan Yu, but a minister of Shan Yu..."
"I'm asking you if you want to." The emperor's tone became impatient and his voice became colder.
"I, I, I don't dare..." After saying that, Qubei lowered his head deeply as if in fear.
What he said was very interesting, it was because he didn't dare, not because he didn't want to.
The emperor stood up from the table, walked slowly, and said: "Your great-grandfather Shili was once the king of Guli under Shanyu. This is the title of relatives. The Dugu tribe you came from is the most noble among the Xiongnu tribes.
One branch, now that the Southern Xiongnu Chanyu position has been vacant for a long time, it is time for someone to lead the chaotic Xiongnu tribe and choose a quiet place. What do you think?"
"Wei." Qubei raised his head, and his eyes suddenly collided with the emperor's, and he immediately lowered his head: "Now King Zuo Xian is still here, and this is the son of old Shanyu..."
The emperor walked up to Qubei and looked at him carefully. He saw that Qubei was tall. Even when he was kneeling on the ground, he looked like a lying giant beast. But this giant beast was kneeling down obediently.
Shivering in front of the emperor, this made the emperor feel a little proud: "Yufuluo launched his troops illegally and plundered the people of our Han Dynasty. His behavior is no different from that of thieves. How can he control the Xiongnu for the imperial court and assume the position of Shan Yu?"
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Qu Bei's heart was beating wildly. At this time, he was no longer panicked as before, but an unprecedented excitement filled his chest.
The title of Chanyu was originated from his ancestor Touman Chanyu. It is a special name given by the Huns to the leader of their tribal alliance, which means as vast as the sky. Those who receive this honorary title are respected by all ministries, control them, and dominate them.
Above tens of millions of people. Until the Southern Xiongnu surrendered to the Han Dynasty, they no longer had the glory of the past grassland overlords. Even the position of Shanyu had to be awarded by the Han Dynasty to be counted.
Even so, Chanyu is still a title that makes countless Xiongnu nobles both awe and yearn for.
Now that this opportunity is right in front of us, it is not stupid to be humble. How can we just miss it?
"My humble servant, Luan Ti, the right and virtuous king of the Xiongnu, is willing to serve His Majesty the Emperor of the Han Dynasty to the death, and my descendants will be supported by oxen and horses!"
"Good." The emperor smiled with satisfaction, turned around, walked back to the throne, and stood up and said: "This is a good subject of my great Han Dynasty. You will temporarily supervise the country for the Southern Xiongnu, and follow Liu Gong back to Bingzhou to recruit the Southern Xiongnu for the imperial court.
Tribes who are friendly to the imperial court, when the time comes, you will be the new Chanyu of the Southern Xiongnu."
Qubei replied loudly: "I promise that during this trip, I will do my best to get close to Liu Gong and make the Xiongnu return to the imperial court."
"Before that, I have to make a three-part agreement with you."
The emperor was going to put forward conditions. Qubei also knew that he would not get the position of Shanyu so easily, so he immediately replied: "Your Majesty, please make it clear!"
"First, all tribes who wish to return to me must be treated as Han people; those who do not want to return to me and dare to attack my people, no matter how far away or strong they are, must be killed! Second, the tribes that belong to me are divided into five tribes.
, the imperial court selects a place to live in, selects the best soldiers as soldiers, and sets up five captains, Sima and other ranks to protect the Xiongnu and the generals, and there must be no slight disobedience; third, the tribes are organized into households and the people are unified, and tribute is replaced by taxes.
.The imperial court allocates officials and titles, which are hereditary and non-replaceable. Talented Qiang and Hu talents must enter the Imperial Academy and be assigned positions according to their talents."
Qu Bei was so excited that he only thought about these three conditions for a moment and didn't realize there were any disadvantages.
The first point is an inevitable requirement. As for sending aristocratic children to the Imperial Academy, they are serving as hostages for the imperial court. This is also the intended meaning of the question, and he cannot be allowed to refuse. Even in what he regards as a key point, sending the best soldiers to the army
, as long as the five captains are all Huns, they are not afraid of being robbed of military power by the Han.
After thinking clearly, Qubei bowed his head to the ground again, and said respectfully: "I promise!"