Yu Wencheng said: "Qifushan is trying to seize the throne this time. Although there is no evidence, there must be Brother Narusheng behind it."
Qin Xiaodao: "Brother Nalusheng wants to get rid of the White Wolf King, and Qi Fushan wants to seize the throne of Khan. These two people are really in the same boat."
"Although the eight tribes of Wutuo, except Brother Nalusheng, the positions of the other seven tribes are not under the control of Brother Lusheng, Wutuo Tian Khan is the respected one of Wutuo after all." Yuwen Chengchao said slowly:
"He still has a great influence on the great khans of various ministries. The succession of the great khans of various ministries without his support will be a troublesome matter. Of course, the final result is still decided by each ministry. Brother Narusheng will wait until the confirmed candidate is selected.
When the time comes, all you need to do is grant the gift, it’s just a formality.” After a pause, he said: “However, the Khan of Heaven has always had the right to distribute, and the conquered land and the property looted are all from the Khan of Guitian.
The rewards were shared, so each tribe never dared to offend Tian Khan. Moreover, the Nalu tribe was the strongest tribe in Wutuo. Whether it was land or population, it was far beyond the reach of other tribes. They were enemies of the Nalu tribe.
Not having a good time."
Qin Xiao said: "My eldest son, I heard that Brother Nalusheng's position as Khan came from a shady origin. Is it true or not?"
"It's hard to explain." Yuwen Chengchao said softly: "Actually, Brother Nalusheng and Qifushan are very similar. Both are brothers of the Khan King, and both have great military exploits and are ambitious, but in the end
The results are different.”
The team looked like dark soldiers in the night.
"It is said that the ancestor Tian Khan also suddenly fell ill. After that, Brother Nalusheng took over state affairs. Within a few months, Tian Khan passed away." Yu Wencheng said: "Brother Nalusheng held great power and summoned seven khans.
A general meeting was held, and the legacy of the previous Khans was handed out, and he was succeeded as the Heavenly Khan. Although this matter was strange, the khans of various tribes were not willing to be enemies of Nalu Shengge, and the khans of various tribes were hostile to Nalu Shengge.
Brother Sheng still recognized him quite well, so they all swore allegiance to Brother Narusheng. After Brother Narusheng became Khan, although there were rumors that the ancestor of the Khan was killed by him, he led his ministries to expand to the west and conquered and destroyed
Several countries and ministries have benefited greatly, the rumors have disappeared, and they are all very supportive of him."
"But I heard that Brother Nalusheng has been eyeing Xiling covetously?"
"That's right." Yuwen Chengchao said: "More than ten years ago, the Wutuo broke through the pass and entered Xiling. It is said that it was the Nalushengge group who instigated the ancestors of the Khan. After the Wutuo people took control of the Kunlun Pass, they have always been against them.
Xiling is coveted. After the defeat in that battle, they did not give up the idea of annexing Xiling. It was just because of the oath made by the ancestor Khan that they had no choice." He sneered and said: "If the ancestor Khan really
He was murdered, and that oath was one of the reasons."
"Brother Nalusheng killed Tian Khan because he wanted to end the oath." Qin Xiao said.
Yuwen Chengchao nodded and said: "The ancestor Tian Khan was only in his forties at the time and was in strong health. The Tang Dynasty knew that the Wutuo people could not stop coveting Xiling. At that time, Tian Khan swore that the Wutuo cavalry would never set foot again in his lifetime.
Half a step away from Xiling, at that time the imperial court felt that Tian Khan could live for at least 20 to 30 years, and that he would have 20 to 30 years to prepare, which would be enough to deal with the eastward advance of the Wutuo people. However, they did not expect that after only more than ten years,
Brother Narusheng took the throne, and the situation in Xiling became urgent."
Qin Xiao smiled bitterly and said: "If we really prepare for the war with all our strength, it will take more than ten years to build Xiling into an iron wall. Xiling now seems not much stronger than it was back then."
Yuwen Chengchao glanced at Qin Xiao and said with a wry smile: "You are right."
Of course Qin Xiao knew that after the Wutuo Rebellion, Xiling became the nominal territory of the Tang Dynasty, but the actual control was in the hands of the Xiling clan represented by the three surnames. Xiling had actually been cut into three parts.
Each of the three surnames occupies a piece of land.
The imperial court was unable to control Xiling, and the three surnames divided Xiling for their own interests. The divided Xiling, let alone strong, was incomparable to the situation before the Wutuo Rebellion.
Before the Wutuo Rebellion, although the power of the Xiling clan was not weak, the entire Xiling was still under the control of the Tang Dynasty. The Xiling Protectorate had great control over Xiling, and there were Tang troops stationed in Xiling.
Pay it to the court.
During the Wutuo Rebellion, the three surnames of Xiling once sat on the mountain and watched the tiger fight. It was not until an agreement was reached with the court that they provided money, food and manpower. After the Wutuo people withdrew, the Tang army also withdrew from Xiling. Although the Protectorate Palace was retained,
There are also the governor's mansions in various counties, but they only serve as the eyes and ears of the imperial court in Xiling. Xiling has completely become the cake in the mouth of Xiling Gate.
Qin Xiao and Yuwen Chengchao knew very well that due to the mutual constraints between Xiling and the imperial court, Xiling had no preparations to resist the attack of the Wutuos. Although the three great clans all had elite private cavalry, their total number was less than 3,000.
Man, with such strength, he is extremely weak in front of the powerful Wutuo Cavalry.
Even if a large number of strong men can be recruited in a short period of time, once the strong men who have never been trained face the fierce Wutuo people, they will not be able to withstand their scimitars.
Once Wutuo attacks Xiling again, Xiling's only hope is the Tang army coming to rescue from within the pass.
Of course, the imperial court was always wary of the Wutuo people. For this reason, General Heiyu was stationed in Jiebeifu, which was a barrier in Jiayu Pass. Once there was a change in Xiling, it was also the place where troops could be dispatched as quickly as possible.
The imperial court was indeed on guard against changes in Xiling, but in the past ten years or so in Xiling, at least on the surface, there was no preparation at all to guard against a comeback of the Wutuo people.
"Brother Nalusheng has been operating in the west in recent years." Yuwen Chengchao said solemnly: "The White Tiger tribe is stationed in the east of the Utuo Khanate. It has always been safe and sound, but this time Brother Nalusheng is supporting Qifu behind the scenes.
Shan's usurpation of the throne has already shown that he has begun to set his sights on the east."
Qin Xiao frowned and said, "Is he really planning to attack Xiling?"
"At least he has been making preparations these years." Yu Wen Chengchao sneered: "After Brother Nalusheng became Khan, he sent troops to the west. This made many people mistakenly think that Brother Nalusheng did not dare to advance eastward and was preparing to expand westward.
.But some people also see that Brother Narusheng’s real intention is to prepare for the eastward advance.”
Qin Xiao's expression became even more solemn.
He grew up in Xiling and has deep feelings for that land.
He knew in his heart that if the swords and weapons came together, all life would be ruined, and the only people who would suffer would be the people of Xiling.
Once the Wutuo people enter the pass, even if General Black Feather comes out with his troops to rescue them, Xiling will become a battlefield between the two countries, and countless families will be separated and killed. Qin Xiao absolutely does not want to see such a bloody and miserable scene.
arrive.
"By marching westward to destroy the country, Brother Narusheng's reputation grew, and he also won the hearts of the people of the Wutuo Khanate." Yuwen Chengchao said softly: "The countries in the Western Regions were destroyed by the Wutuo people in succession. They were frightened. From now on, the Wutuo Khanate
If the Tuo people advance eastward, the countries in the Western Regions will never dare to make any move behind the Wutuo Khanate. They have won over people's hearts and frightened the rear. What do you think Brother Narusheng's purpose is for doing all this?"
Fat Fish and others beside him had been silent all this time. At this time, Fat Fish finally said: "The Wutuo people have clear grudges and grudges. If you are kind to them, they will indeed repay them, but if there is hatred, they will eventually retaliate. Back then, the Wutuo people
King Tuo Khan was captured alive by General Black Feather on a snowy night, and one hundred thousand cavalry were defeated. This was a great shame and humiliation for King Wu Tuo Khan and the entire Wu Tuo Khanate. They had been waiting for an opportunity to retaliate. In fact, many people knew
, the Wutuo people will not give up and will definitely come back, but at that time they felt that the Wutuo people would not dare to act rashly within thirty years, but in fact, the Wutuo people have begun to show signs of revenge."
"If Qifushan succeeds in usurping the throne this time, then Wutuo will not be far away from attacking Xiling." Yuwen Chengchao looked at Qin Xiao: "So your contribution this time is not only to save shopkeeper Bai, but also to
Saved Xiling. After this incident, the White Wolf King will become even more incompatible with Brother Narusheng, and it is even more impossible to follow Brother Narusheng's order to go eastward. The White Wolf tribe is second only to the Nalu tribe in strength among the eight tribes of Wutuo.
A powerful tribe, as long as the White Wolf King persists, Brother Narusheng’s plan to advance eastward can only be delayed.”
Qin Xiao frowned and said: "If Brother Narusheng sees the White Wolf King as a roadblock, he won't let it go. I'm only worried...!"
Yuwen Chengchao smiled and said: "I know what you mean, but the White Wolf King is not an ordinary person. This time was set up by his trusted brother. If it were someone else, he might not be able to succeed. After this incident, the White Wolf Khan will definitely
I will be more careful. If Brother Narusheng wants to attack King White Wolf Khan again, it will not be easy."
"After all, he is King Wutuo Khan. Although he is the most powerful Khan of the Wutuo people, he still has to worry about the eight tribes of Wutuo when doing things." Fat Fish said: "Qifushan usurps the throne this time, I am afraid that other Khans will
The king would also suspect that Brother Narusheng was behind him. As a result, Brother Narusheng did not dare to act rashly. Tian Khan planned to murder other Khan kings, and used despicable and underhanded tricks. If he was caught
There is no evidence that he can keep his position as Khan. Moreover, if the Wutuo people really want to use troops against Xiling and become enemies of the Tang Dynasty, the eight tribes of Wutuo must work together. In this case, they may not be the enemies of the Tang Dynasty. If they give birth to
If there is civil strife, it will be even less possible to be an enemy of the Tang Dynasty."
"That's what Fat Fish said." Yuwen Chengchao sighed: "So we only hope that King White Wolf Khan is in good health and lives as long as possible, otherwise...!"
Several people looked back.
King White Wolf Khan was behind the carriage, together with the Wutuo cavalry.
"By the way, eldest son, is there any news about Zhao Yi and Deputy Commander Liu?" Qin Xiao suddenly remembered that Yuwen Chengchao sent two groups of people before, Zhao Yi and Liu Wenxuan went to Tangren City, but they did not see those two people tonight.
If they had already rendezvoused with Yuwen Chengchao and took action tonight, it would be fine if Liu Wenxuan did not participate, but Zhao Yi would definitely not be absent.
Yuwen Chengchao frowned, and Fat Fish's face became serious.
"There has been no news since they left that day." Yuwen Chengchao said worriedly: "Logically speaking, they should have met us long ago, but there has been no news. I don't know what happened." He looked at the night sky and murmured.
He murmured: "I just hope they are safe and don't let anything happen to them."
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ps: I was delayed by something today, so I will post the first chapter first, and the second chapter will be posted later!