Passing through Yinlang Valley and climbing over Yehu Ridge, the Tang army finally entered Dafeichuan after seven consecutive days of rapid march.
It has to be said that this section of the road was the most difficult for the Tang army since they crossed Qinghai.
Everyone had to jump out of their hot beds at dawn every day and rush along the waist-wide mountain trails under the urging of the captain, brigade commander and other officers. The daily journey of more than one hundred miles made the journey more than 100 miles.
Everyone had to spend most of the day on horseback. Since they had to carry small catapults and other ordnance baggage, General Gao ordered that each person carry at least twenty kilograms. Although the baggage was carried by mounts, it was really difficult for everyone to carry the baggage.
I have a headache.
The most annoying thing is the mosquitoes in the mountains. When these little things smell a trace of scent, they crawl into the tent and go straight to people's shoulders and chests. Everyone has been working hard for a day, and by the time the camp is over, they just close their eyes.
When you fall asleep, how can you still have the energy to check your bedding and clothes?
When I was woken up by the annoying horn in the morning, I found that my chest and shoulders were covered with small scarlet dots, which were swollen and itchy. This thing was really a vampire. It took a good meal when it had the chance. It ate and drank enough and licked it
It's easy to talk nonsense, but these Tang soldiers have to endure the itching all over their bodies and not be distracted, and at the same time they have to catch up with the footsteps of the Chinese army. Don't look at the long queue, that's because of the narrow mountain road. Really riding a light horse from
It doesn't take a stick of incense to move from the front of the team to the back of the team.
However, what pleased Tang Junbingyong was that all the generals were very concerned about everyone. After learning about everyone's plight, they not only sent dried mugwort for everyone to repel mosquitoes, but also slowed down the march appropriately.
Speed, so that brothers who are unwell will not fall behind. (Note 1)
The one that everyone admires the most is General Li, the captain of Guoyi. He eats, sleeps, and laughs with everyone without any pretense at all. Four-legged toads are easy to find these days, but good officials with two legs are easy to find.
But hard to find!
What's more, Captain Li is a young hero. He bravely defended the long castle and attacked Fuqi City with a surprise attack. How can he not be a real miracle? I have to say that among the younger generation of the Tang army, Lieutenant Li is the most impressive...
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Li Kuo was walking in the middle and front of the team. Ever since he had a falling out with Gao Xiuyan that night, he had deliberately kept a distance from the marching coach. Thinking about it carefully, he was indeed impulsive that night.
Many of his remarks were too polite and extreme. However, Gao Xiuyan's actions really chilled the young man. This was a matter of principle, and the young man would not make the slightest concession on this point.
Friendship cannot be distinguished between rich and poor, and a relationship must be able to support life and death.
From the young man's point of view, a casual acquaintance with a person like Gao Xiuyan is enough, and he must not be entrusted to life and death. After all, who would want to be called brothers to a person who values fame more than his life? Nasu, a brother on the battlefield, is destined to die.
Friendship, after all, a hesitation may cost one's wealth and life.
"Brother Kuo'er, don't be so hard on yourself. The worst you can do is bow your head to the commander-in-chief and admit your mistake. A man doesn't stick to trivial matters. What's so hard to say? We are Paoze, and we have a pot of rice from morning to night. He
I just said, is it possible that I really tied you up and took you to Chang'an?"
Zhang Yanji saw that Li Kuo had looked haggard and pale these days, as if he had aged a few years, and he felt pity in his heart and urged him in a deep voice.
Li Kuo shook his head and said: "There are some things you don't understand. People can compromise on many things in this world, but they have to stick to one or two thoughts. This is a person's bottom line and the last obsession. Since he ruthlessly destroyed
If you lose my thoughts, then we are destined not to be friends."
Zhang Yanji said anxiously: "But he is the commander-in-chief of the march. All the 30,000 troops are under his control. If you really make him angry and this guy bites you in the back, who can you go to to redress your grievances and complain?" Zhang Xiaolang
Jun simply made his words clear and analyzed the powerful relationship between them.
Li Kuo sighed and said: "I just said that we can't be friends, and I didn't say that we have to be enemies. After all, Gao Xiuyan is also a fourth-grade general. He can't tolerate even one angry word, right?"
Zhang Yanji snorted softly: "I see, but I can't say for sure. Even though some people are tall and thick, their hearts and capacities are smaller than a needle nose that holds the sole of a shoe!" (Note 2)
Li Kuo couldn't help but feel a sinking feeling in his heart. Zhang Yanji was right. Gao Xiuyan's demeanor didn't seem like a tolerant master. But at this time, he was marching outside and commanded many brothers. He would never let Gao Xiuyan do it.
Is it true that one's own personal grudges are at the expense of the safety of the army?
"General Gao has given an order, the whole army is on standby! Commander Gao has given an order, the whole army has stopped marching!" While the young man was meditating, an orderly soldier came galloping from the front army on his mount, repeating General Gao's order.
Although the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty did not know why the army suddenly stopped marching, a moment of rest was precious to these exhausted soldiers. As soon as they heard the order, they jumped off their horses and leaned against Luan on the meadow.
Shi breathed heavily.
"I'm talking about Angkor, we've only set out for less than an hour, why did we stop to rest? This is an alpine meadow with a vast plain, and it's not as easy to walk as the dirt road flowing out of the ridge?" Erzhu rubbed his hands and pulled out the cord.
He held a piece of horsetail in his mouth and giggled.
The triangular-eyed Old Wu glared at him and said: "What the hell are you doing? Isn't it good to have some rest? You are really a beast - you have to suffer!"
Erzhuzhu shrugged angrily, no longer looking for trouble.
Soon, the messenger came galloping on a fast horse and said: "There is a crescent-shaped lake ahead. Commander Gao ordered everyone to go in batches to get water according to their regiments and camps!"
This is a big deal. From crossing Qinghai to now, everyone has been using fresh water carried on the backs of animals. Although they have seen several mountain streams along the way, they have been marching in such a hurry that they have no time to enjoy it. Now there is a lake flowing in
How can one not be happy on this meadow that is as flat as a bronze mirror?
After a while, everyone jumped off their horses and ran towards Crescent Lake under the organization of their brigade commander and team leader.
Li Kuo walked slowly towards the mouth of the lake, carefully looking at the holy lake that nourished a radius of more than ten miles.
It is like a young girl about to get married, shyly hiding her grace, lying quietly between the sky and the earth. The lake water is deep and blue, and from time to time, wild goats come to drink from it, and when they see people, they run away vigilantly.
Then he left. A few goshawks roared across the water, carrying away one or two swimming fish.
"The patrol noticed some stray cavalry ahead." Gao Xiuyan sighed: "I'm worried that the Tubo patrol came around."
As if aware of the young man approaching, Gao Xiuyan took the initiative to start talking.
The north wind howled and slapped on Li Kuo's cheek, causing bursts of pain. The strong wind outside the Great Wall was so fierce that even though it was almost June, he could still feel the chill of winter. The young man was a little shocked that Gao Xiuyan actually put down his face.
To show favor to yourself in order to save face?
"Well, he is tall, handsome and wise." Li Kuo calmed down his thoughts and responded calmly.
Since they can coexist peacefully, there is no need to stalemate the relationship. After all, their mission on this trip is important, and they cannot ignore the safety of the robes for personal reasons.
"It's a herd of horses!" A Tang soldier cheered loudly and waved to his companions behind him. Gao Xiuyan did not relax his vigilance. It was indeed strange to encounter a herd of horses in such a place. He had to make sure that there were no Tibetan soldiers.
ambush.
"You two go forward and investigate. If there is anything unusual, come back to me immediately." Gao Xiuyan nodded to the two soldiers beside him and whispered a few instructions.
The two Longyou veterans nodded and rode forward to investigate.
The sky is dark, the water is quiet, the atmosphere is popular, and the people are happy. With their cheeks soaked by the lake water, all the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty felt that their whole bodies were refreshed, and a long-lost smile appeared on their tight cheeks.
After about half a cup of tea, the two of them rode back and both said that they found no trace of the arrival of the large group of people.
Even though he was doubtful, Gao Xiuyan still ordered everyone to move forward. When everyone was still 150 steps away from the horses, more than ten cavalrymen suddenly appeared from the horses, and they stood tightly in front of the horses in a human shape. The mist in the early morning
It was shrouded above the meadow, making it impossible to see clearly the costumes of the group of cavalry. All the Tang soldiers thought they were chasing after Tubo outposts, so they drew out their arrows and pointed them forward.
"Friends in front of you, why did you come to Huangyang Valley? Who took you over the vast mountains, and who showed you the direction of our felt bags? God is above you, if you are friends, we will invite you to our tribe
Golden tent, drink freshly brewed kumiss; if we are enemies, we will use arrows and scimitars to protect the dignity of the tribe." The leader of the group of cavalry shouted loudly in Tubo. Although his tone was relatively gentle, it was obvious that
With a hint of caution.
"Your Majesty, we are generals of the Tang Dynasty. When we came near Crescent Lake, we encountered Tibetan cavalry. I wonder if my brother can let us and our horses rest here?" Gao Xiuyan tried his best to sound kinder.
This will dispel the other party’s doubts.
Chen Xu translated Gao Xiuyan's words into Tubo and put one hand on his chest as a gesture.
The leader was silent for a moment, and then said loudly: "Friends from afar, please put down your weapons and follow Old Haas of the White Wolf Tribe (Note 3) to the tent for a cup of milk tea." Dozens of cavalrymen immediately changed their formations.
, forming two lines to lead the way ahead.
Gao Xiuyan frowned slightly, then smiled and said: "Since Brother Haas invited me, I will drink all the koumiss in your tribe." After saying that, he waved his hand, signaling everyone to put down their weapons and follow the cavalry.
Li Kuo wanted to remind Gao Xiuyan to be careful, but Zhou Wuwei gently pulled his sleeve to stop him.
"Talk less and watch more!" Zhou Dacai glared at the young man.
"In this world, what you see may not be real. Only by discerning carefully can you see through the bran and see through the essence. After all, the corn that others show you is probably moldy rice in the old vat. Even if he behaves
No matter how close you are, don't believe it easily. Just imagine, even a man with a bright heart, how can he show off his new rice to an outsider? I finally hugged a thick leg, but I didn't want it to get longer and crooked.
Note 1: Mugwort: Burning mugwort leaves can repel mosquitoes.
Note 2: Needle nose: The hole in the needle tail for threading. Northern Zhou Dynasty·Yu Xin's "Qixi Festival": "The strands are tight and run through the square, and the needle nose is thin and hollow."
Note 3: According to literature records, "White Wolf" is an ancient ethnic group, which was first seen in the Han Dynasty and originated from the Goluo area of Qinghai Province. The meaning of Goluo in Tibetan is the same as "Oluo" in Xiolo.
The meaning in Tibetan is the same. The White Wolf tribe takes the white wolf as their national totem, which is very similar to the Mobei Turks.
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