Chapter 1095: Journey to Pingcheng

Chapter 1095: Journey to Pingcheng

Chapter 1095: Journey to Pingcheng (Part )
As Shao Yu arrived outside the Shanyu's mansion, a heavy rain came unexpectedly.

"It's really rare." He laughed, "When the heavy rain falls, the grass grows wildly. The herdsmen of all tribes are probably grinning so hard that their mouths are crooked."

After saying that, he looked up at the Shanyu Protectorate.

This building was rebuilt last year after several old houses were demolished. It covers a vast area and is extremely magnificent.

Under the gate, the red lacquered gate with gilded animal rings is very eye-catching.

Two stone lions squatted in front of the door, their eyes wide open, as if ready to bite anyone at any time.

Outside the gate, there were eight soldiers standing in front, behind, left and right, all wearing helmets and armor, with a dignified demeanor, and at this moment they were quietly looking at Shao Yu.

An official from the Honglu Temple of Dai State came forward to negotiate, and Guo Shi, the attendant of Prince of Yan, took out the imperial edict and the official seals of Prince of Yan and the Censor for inspection.

In theory, when the emperor comes to a military stronghold like the Shanyu Protectorate, he must prove his identity and cannot enter without permission - of course, this is only in theory.

After the negotiation, hurried footsteps were heard.

"Li Ju, the chief clerk of the Shanyu Palace, pays his respects to Your Highness." The visitor bowed and saluted.

Shao Yu returned the greeting, and then, under the guidance of Li Ju, he passed through two gates and entered the Chanyu's palace.

The rain gradually got heavier.

Under the grayish-white eaves, the water droplets gradually connected into lines, splashing tiny water droplets on the stone steps.

On top of the thick wall, there is a lookout tower at regular intervals, on which stand two soldiers wearing straw raincoats and armor underneath, holding swords and guns, staring intently at the front.

Before entering the door, Shao Yu noticed that there seemed to be a huge corner tower in the distance, with more than ten people standing solemnly on the tower, motionless.

This is not a normal house. Many military factors were taken into consideration when it was built. If nothing unexpected happens, there are granaries, arsenals, and wells inside. Thousands of soldiers can be stationed here. It can be defended for a long time by relying on high walls and large courtyards. It is almost equivalent to a sub-city.

Inside the central hall, Wang Que'er, who was dressed in a purple robe, put down the history book in his hand, stood up and walked to the front of the steps. After seeing the person coming in the rain, he immediately went down the stone steps and saluted, saying, "Your Highness."

Shao Yu quickly returned the gift.

After returning the gift, he smiled and said, "Your Majesty is an important official of the court and a general at the border. If you do not return the gift you have received, you may lose ten years of your life."

Wang Que'er was stunned.

He hadn't seen Prince Yan for several years, and he didn't expect him to have such a personality. He was somewhat similar to Master Shao, but more slippery and lazy.

After the greetings, Wang Que'er sent someone to call over the Left Chief Clerk He Lun, the Left Sima Sun He, the Adjutant He Bao, the Recorder Xu Guang and others, and they sat down with Shao Yu and others in turn.

As for the official from the Honglu Temple of Dai State, he was naturally asked to leave.

Shao Yu was also observing Wang Que'er.

This famous general in the north was the number one pioneer in his father's attack on the Xiongnu. He was not young anymore, and perhaps because he had been guarding the north for many years, his face looked a little vicissitudes, but his every move gave people a sense of calmness.

This kind of demeanor is rooted in his heart and cannot be learned by others. It comes from the repeated defeats of stubborn enemies during his military career, from his strict discipline when he controlled tens of thousands of troops, and from the complacency of the shogunate generals and even officials of the province who obeyed him.

He couldn't learn this now, so Wang Que'er only respected his status and looked down on his abilities - but he wouldn't show it.

At this time, Wang Que'er cleared his throat and said, "I already know your Highness' intention. In fact, this matter is quite controversial in Dai State. Although some ministers have not explicitly opposed it, they have asked for a delay on the grounds that Tuoba Jing is young, and to wait until Tuoba Shiyijian takes power before conferring the title."

To be honest, Wang Que'er also felt a little embarrassed about this matter.

What is Tuoba Jing's identity? Many people have guessed it, but they all know it.

Mrs. Wang did not tell anyone where the child came from.

In other words, she wanted to confer the title of Duke of Dai on an ordinary person for no reason. This was not impossible, but you had to have outstanding military achievements to do so.

The merits are in place, so what is a county duke? It is not impossible for the left and right wise kings to be.

But what merits did this two-year-old have? Not to mention that his origins were unclear, and even slightly humiliating.

Under such circumstances, only some ministers and officials who had made huge profits by doing business with the Central Plains supported it, while others were either silent or opposed.

This is the inherent deficiency of a woman ruling a country. Even though Wang has killed a large number of people who oppose her, there are still people who emerge and secretly oppose her, especially Shi Yijian, who is already eleven years old this year. According to the rules of the grassland, after marriage, he must rule the country personally, and Wang must hand over power.

It can be said that in three or four years at most, the internal conflicts in the country will usher in a total outbreak, and it will be almost impossible to fool people.

Shao Yu didn't know the inside story. After listening to Wang Que'er's words, he just asked, "Is there a solution? Your Majesty has no other request, he just wants Dai to win over as many tribes as possible. After he has pacified Jiangnan, we can make plans."

Wang Que'er seemed to have thought about this question a long time ago, and immediately replied: "Be prepared to take action. It is not so easy to establish Wuyuan or Mayi. However, Your Highness had better go to Liangcheng. The Shanyu Mansion will certainly protect the Wang brothers and sisters, but their own actions are more important. This is the territory of Xianbei, not the Central Plains. In the end, it depends on them. Madam Wang is thinking hard about a good plan in Liangcheng, but I don't know if there is a solution."

Shao Yu nodded.

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When we left Pingcheng and headed west, the rain had stopped.

Pingcheng is still very lively in July, with crowds of people on the streets.

The Liang people, Xianbei people, Wuhuan people, Xiongnu people, Jie people, Buyeo people, Goguryeo people, Gaoche people and so on, all wore different clothes and spoke different languages. When they mixed together, it was truly a feast for the eyes.

"Acting on behalf of heaven, the glory shines on all four directions. The tiger roars and the wind blows, and the country prospers forever." A group of children who had just finished school were laughing and joking as they walked through the street.

Shao Yu didn't think anything of it at first, but after thinking about it twice, his expression changed.

The official from the Honglu Temple of Dai State who accompanied him on his journey west saw him and seemed to want to curry his favor, so he said, "Your Highness, this prophecy has been spreading for nearly a month. It first came from Liangcheng, and after it reached Pingcheng, a minister found it strange and asked for an explanation."

"Oh? Why?" Shao Yu asked.

"'Dai Tian' means Dai Guo Tian Xia. 'Jing' refers to Tuoba Jing." The official of Honglu Temple said: "Tuoba Jing was born in Changchun Palace in October last year. This palace is located at the foot of the mountain, surrounded by mountains and ridges. There are tigers and leopards in the deep clouds and mist. Tuoba Jing was born at night. It is said that when he was born, there was a strong wind in the mountains and forests, and tigers roared continuously. Many people heard it."

Shao Yu listened with great interest.

After a brief thought, he realized that this prophecy meant that Tuoba Jing had a vision when he was born, and that he would act on behalf of heaven in Dai, and shine in all directions, and that Dai would "prosper forever". After figuring it out, he felt that Mrs. Wang was really forced into a corner, and had to resort to these unpresentable tricks. However, it should have some effect, and although those who didn't believe it didn't believe it, some ignorant people might believe it, and Mrs. Wang was trying to win over these ignorant people and make them accept Tuoba Jing.

Grandpa is really committing a sin!
On July 18, Shao Yu led hundreds of soldiers straight to Liangcheng.

When they arrived at the Salt Lake, they saw that all the nobles from various tribes had gathered there.

The tents stretched into the distance like white clouds.

He did not wait too long. After some rough negotiations, he was immediately led to the Liangcheng Palace on the mountain.

A group of tribal nobles surrounded Madam Wang, who was dressed in luxurious clothes, and waited in the main hall.

Shao Yu saw this tall woman again.

Even though she was at the center of the vortex, Mrs. Wang still did not seem to give in. Her face was dignified and majestic, and her eyes were like deep pools, revealing an unquestionable firmness.

He didn't dare to look any longer, because this was his father's woman.

After the greetings were completed, Madam Wang spoke first and asked, "The Emperor of Daliang sent Your Highness here. He must have instructions for you?"

Shao Yu thought for a moment and said, "There is no instruction, only one sentence, 'The wind is treacherous and the clouds are treacherous, I hope you will not worry.'"

When Mrs. Wang heard this, she was a little surprised at first, then she raised her eyebrows and gradually relaxed.

Her eyes also softened, no longer as sharp as before. Not sure if it was an illusion, Shao Yu noticed that the corners of Mrs. Wang's mouth slightly curled up, but soon returned to normal.

"Your Majesty, I am deeply grateful for your concern." Madam Wang said, "There are occasional minor disturbances in the country, but Dai Gong can still control them. If we can get help from a big country, we will have nothing to worry about."

Shao Yu nodded, and then said meaningfully: "General Yin, the governor of Luoyan, and General Xu, the governor of Yicong, have already set out from Bianliang and Liyang and marched to Mayi. The soldiers of Gaoliu, Wuzhou, and Hongcheng, the three towns under the jurisdiction of Shanyu Mansion, have been training non-stop recently..."

Mrs. Wang didn't say much after hearing this.

Relying on force can only suppress temporarily. If others can't beat you, can't you just run away?

"Since this year, Tuoba Yihuai has repeatedly sent people to recruit tribes to strengthen himself." Madam Wang said, "Does the emperor have any decree?"

"The court has sent an envoy to admonish him." Shao Yu replied.

Madam Wang chuckled and said, "Just admonishing him is useless. I know very well what kind of person Helan Aitou is. Tuoba Yihuai is even more ambitious, he won't listen."

Shao Yu didn't know what to say. He felt that Mrs. Wang's smile was mocking, as if she was saying that he was immature.

This woman is really! She is as obedient as a cat in front of her father, and occasionally reveals some of her true nature, but in front of him, she is just pretending.

Madam Wang nodded to the person below her, who was the General Yu Ju, the Western Zhen General.

Yu Ju understood and stepped out, saying, "Your Highness Prince Yan has come from afar, so you must be a little tired. Please rest in the side hall. Someone will come to invite Your Highness to a banquet in the evening."

Shao Yu said nothing, bowed and left.

Madam Wang sat quietly for a moment and asked, "Have the people from the Uluolan tribe arrived at Yixin Mountain?"

"It arrived half a month ago." someone answered.

Mrs. Wang nodded.

As more and more tribes came to surrender, Tuoba Yihuai's ambition grew.

Before, he had nothing and was completely controlled by his uncle Helan Aitou. Since last year, he had many more followers, and it became a bit unbearable. After all, Helan Aitou would beat and scold him at will, and in front of others, he would not give him face at all. How could Yi Huai bear it?
Some of the tribes that defected to them were truly dissatisfied with the Wang brothers and sisters, while others were not...

At nightfall that day, Shao Yu arrived at the foot of the mountain.

The bonfire has been lit and the tribal herdsmen are nervously preparing wine and food.

At this moment, a loud and distant wolf howl suddenly sounded in the square in front of Liangcheng Palace.

Everyone was startled and looked in the direction of the sound, only to see a wolf howling towards the sky under the bright moonlight, its voice shaking the grassland.

Under the moonlight, Mrs. Wang stood in the square holding a little boy, like a goddess.

Shao Yu was just wondering why the wolf didn't bite anyone, but he saw that the Xianbei people near and far, regardless of their status, all changed their expressions.

No one knew who took the lead, but gradually more and more people prostrated themselves on the ground with expressions of utmost piety.

This……

Shao Yu looked left and right, wondering what was going on.
"Playing tricks?" Shao Yu looked at Guo Shi beside him and asked in a low voice.

Guo Shi nodded and whispered back, "Your Highness, you don't know. When I was young, I lived in Taiyuan. I heard that the Wuhuan and Xianbei people regarded the gray wolf and the white deer as gods. This is the 'Gray Wolf Howling at the Moon', which is a strange phenomenon, and it means destiny. Your Highness can regard it as the Central Plains' 'Books Hidden in the Belly of a Fish', 'Fox Howling at a Bonfire', or 'Nectar from Heaven', 'Red Fu Fu' and other strange phenomena."

Shao Yu finally understood.

After a long time, he secretly praised: This Mrs. Wang is really not a simple person.

When the undercurrent was surging, I suddenly thought of this move.

The wolf must have been raised for a long time. The prophecy heard in Pingcheng before was probably spread by someone she asked to do something. She really has a deep mind.

Looking at the Xianbei and Wuhuan people kneeling on the ground, he sneered inwardly: Is there no smart person? Can't they see that this is fake?

Xuan then thought, maybe it’s not that no one noticed it, but there must be some people who couldn’t see it.

Many people were already wavering when the Daliang court clearly supported Madam Wang. Through prophecies and visions, Madam Wang was able to regain the support of a considerable number of people. If news of the arrival of the Yicong Army and Luoyan Army spread, perhaps she could win back even more people.

After all, many times people just need a reason to convince themselves.

However, if his brothers knew about this, what would they think of this younger brother?
(End of this chapter)