Many camps were engulfed in flames, and the knights kept running back and forth, shouting loudly.
Fences were knocked down and cattle and sheep were driven everywhere.
Modun stood on a high ground, looking down at the knights galloping back and forth in the distance.
This was the former royal tent of King Yuezhi, but now, it has also fallen into the hands of Mao Dun.
He looked proudly into the distance, glanced at the generals beside him, and asked: "Ding Ling, the Yueshi have been wiped out... Is there anyone who dares to go against me in the desert?"
"Great plow Gutu! From the end of the distant sea to the snowy sky, no tribe dares to resist you. All the kings are leaning at your feet, not daring to raise their heads to look at you.
Nothing can stop your knight!"
"All the lands and the people on them shall submit to you."
The general saluted Maodun.
Modun raised his head and laughed, "When I was young, my father wanted to kill me. I went to the Yuezhi alone to be a hostage, without any followers. At that time, many Yuezhi people humiliated me, so I made an oath at that time.
We must destroy the Yuezhi and kill the king of the Yuezhi!"
"I endured the humiliation in Yuezhi, but my father suddenly led troops to attack Yuezhi. The Yuezhi people wanted to kill me, so I killed their people and snatched their horses. When I returned to the Xiongnu, those who were willing to follow me
Less than 10,000 people.”
"Touman wanted my younger brother to be the Chanyu. I shot Touman. When I became the Chanyu, there were less than 40,000 knights willing to follow me!"
"When I defeated Donghu and killed King Donghu, I had a hundred thousand followers who were willing to fight with me. They would charge wherever my loud arrows went!"
"I conquered the kings of Loufan to the south, occupied the pastureland of China, went to the east to conquer Fuyu and Yilou, went to the north to conquer Dingling and Gekun, and went to the west to conquer Yuezhi and Wusun! Let them pay tribute to me year after year!!
"
"To this day, no one dares to show their teeth and claws at me anymore!"
Mao Dun looked very proud, and the surrounding generals looked more respectful. Just when Mao Dun was so proud and was about to lead everyone to drink, a messenger suddenly rushed in front of Mao Dun.
, the envoy looked very frightened, and he shouted: "Plough Gutu!! The Tang Dynasty has sent troops!!"
Mao Dun was not surprised, but asked calmly: "Qilian Mountain?"
"No!! They set out from the Yan Kingdom, together with the remnants of the Donghu in the Xianbei Mountains, to attack the Zuo! King Zuo Xian resisted with all his strength, but was defeated by the Tang army! A lot of people's supplies were robbed!!"
Maodun was startled, but he quickly calmed down and said loudly: "The people of the Tang Dynasty did not dare to leave the Tang State, so they chose to send troops from the Yan State!"
"Now that the grassland has been calmed down, it's time to teach the boy a lesson!"
"good!!!"
Everyone shouted, Mo Dun's eyes were full of ferocity, he could be said to hate Liu Chang to the bone. In all his life, Mo Dun had never been scolded like this by anyone, not even the Yueshi people had scolded him like this.
, we must cut off that bastard’s head!!!
........
But this Shuzi looked at Cao Shu awkwardly at this moment, grinning stupidly.
"I see that you like the king very much. Why doesn't the king marry her?"
"Ah? Those things happened when I was a kid, so I can't take it seriously."
"Your Majesty...do you like her?"
"What are you doing? Are you hungry?"
"Your Majesty, I'm asking you!"
Liu Chang pondered for a moment and said: "It's not really a love... How should I put it? Ever since we were little, I have regarded her as my best friend, hahaha, but this
I haven’t seen her for more than a year, but she looks much better.”
"Then why doesn't your Majesty marry you?"
"Why are you more anxious than me?"
"The king has more people around him to take care of him. This is what I want to see."
"Uh... don't worry, let's get our marriage done first."
As Liu Chang spoke, he picked up Liu An and said with a smile: "When An is older, I will take you back to the Tang Kingdom. It is very uncomfortable here... Worrying about everything all day long, waiting for you to return
After leaving the Tang Dynasty, hahaha, there will be no more things that worry me, and I can do what I want to do with peace of mind!"
Cao Shu glanced at him and said, "Your Majesty, you can't say things you shouldn't say in front of An... The child will learn."
"So what if I learn from it. My Liu Chang's son should be like me, like a real man, who dares to speak and act without being bullied by others!!"
Cao Shu looked at Liu An helplessly and whispered: "You don't want to learn...be a good boy and study hard..."
"Hahaha, why, do you still want him to study economics and become a doctor? He sits at home all day long studying, reading and writing? This is my seed, how is it possible?!"
Liu Chang raised his head and laughed, but Liu An just looked at Cao Shu and grinned. The smile was so beautiful that Cao Shu couldn't help but kiss him a few times.
"Look at how well-behaved An is. He will definitely be very well-behaved in the future!"
"Isn't that going astray? How can my seed be so well-behaved?!"
At this time, Empress Lu appeared in Han Xin's mansion.
Han Xin was very respectful to Empress Lu, bowed his head and paid homage as a minister.
Empress Lu was still very satisfied with his attitude. Empress Lu asked softly: "The king of Tang Dynasty is now strong and ready to leave the Han Dynasty and go to the Tang Dynasty. You are his teacher. I want you to accompany him to the Tang Dynasty. What do you think?"
Han Xin shook his head, "I am already old and I am afraid that I will not be able to go to the Tang Dynasty. I will be satisfied if I can live out my old age in Chang'an."
"What are you talking about? Zhang Cang is still able to serve as prime minister in the Tang Dynasty despite his advanced age. You are less than half a century old. Why are you doing this?"
"I fought many battles in my early years and suffered from various diseases. I am not as tough as Prime Minister Zhang."
Empress Lu sighed and said helplessly: "Now the only one who can come to visit you is the King of Tang. If the King of Tang leaves, wouldn't you be even more lonely here? Why don't you just listen to me and go to the Kingdom of Tang?
Bar."
"I feel extremely comfortable here. I enjoy reading, but I really don't want to go to the Tang Dynasty."
After hearing Han Xin's answer, Empress Lu nodded and asked, "How about sending you back to Huaiyin so that you can be reunited with your family?"
Han Xin was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said: "I haven't seen my family for a long time. If the Queen Mother can bring my family to Chang'an to reunite with me, I will definitely thank the Queen Mother for her great kindness!"
Empress Lu chuckled lightly, "Okay, if that's the case, then I will order your family to be brought to Chang'an to live with you."
Han Xin quickly thanked him.
Queen Lu pondered for a moment and said: "Your son seems to have reached the age of being crowned. He heard that he was an official in the Tang Dynasty... How can the son of Marquis Huaiyin be an official? There is a new Imperial College in the temple, and I am going to let Marquis Huaiyin.
My son came to Taixue...so that he can be entrusted with important responsibilities in the future, what do you think?"
"Thank you, Queen Mother. It's just that I committed a serious crime. I am already very grateful to the Queen Mother for pardoning my death penalty. How can I let my heir hold important positions?"
"Who doesn't make mistakes? If the Marquis of Huaiyin can change his ways, that's enough."
"Marquis Huaiyin, there is still a shortage of talented people in the Imperial Academy who can teach the art of war. The King of Tang recommended you to me. What do you think?"
"I am not good at teaching."
"No problem, you can take up this position first. From tomorrow on, I will let all the soldiers who protect you go back. You can come and go freely, and you can also hold banquets to invite everyone... I will remove you from the title of Marquis of Huaiyin and grant you a title.
At Da Shang Zao, there will be officials coming to familiarize you with the affairs of the Imperial Academy, so please be prepared."
Han Xin paid his respects, and Empress Lu walked out of his mansion.
After walking out of the door, Queen Lu said to the people around her: "Let the soldiers leave...find some embroidered clothes from other places and move them nearby."
"only!"
Han Xin was sitting in the palace, but there was no joy at regaining freedom on his face. After being enlightened in Longchang, Han Xin had grown a lot. He knew in his heart that this was the second stage of testing for him by the Queen Mother. At this stage, he could not be ordinary.
If she does something she shouldn't do, the Queen Mother will definitely execute herself.
He really didn't expect that Liu Chang's stubbornness actually convinced the Queen Mother. He was already prepared to die, but now it seems that Liu Chang has made arrangements for him and he can survive for a while.
..But Han Xin is not in a hurry, he is still strong, and the Queen Mother is getting older. As long as he can survive the Queen Mother...no one can stop him from going to Tang Dynasty, and no one can stop Liu Chang from taking that position.
.
Han Xin gently stroked his crown and cursed softly:
"Shuzi."
........
As soon as Liu Chang came back, Queen Lu became very busy.
Liu Heng's affairs, Zhao Tuo's affairs, Han Xin's affairs, Taixue's affairs, the so-called imperial examination affairs, a series of things made it impossible for the Queen Mother to get up and even have time to eat. Empress Lu and Liu Bang were the biggest
The difference probably lies in the employment of people.
Liu Bang hated doing things the most. Whatever he had to do, he would leave it to Xiao He, Wang Ling, Chen Ping and others. He was too lazy to think about it or do it. Empress Lu, on the other hand, did everything herself and would listen to the opinions of her ministers.
Although I have a lot of ideas, I won't let the officials be responsible for these things, probably because I can't trust them.
When the soldiers escorted Zhao Tuo to Jiaofang Hall, Empress Lu slowly raised her head and looked at Zhao Tuo.
Obviously Empress Lu is much younger than Zhao Tuo, but they both look equally old.
Zhao Tuo was holding his crutches tremblingly, looking at Empress Lu in front of him, neither saluting nor speaking.
The soldier on the side asked angrily: "Why don't you bow to the Queen Mother when you see her?!"
Zhao Tuo seemed to have just woken up and was about to salute hurriedly, but Empress Lu said softly: "No need, sit down."
With the support of the soldiers, Zhao Tuo sat down in front of Queen Lu with difficulty and said: "Please forgive me, Queen Mother, I am old...I am too far away to see anyone...", in terms of acting skills, or
It depends on Zhao Tuo. In this regard, ten Han Xins are probably no match for Zhao Tuo.
"How is the King of Nanyue resting these days?"
"Very good...Why don't you see Prince Tang?"
Zhao Tuo suddenly asked.
Empress Lu suddenly became murderous, "If the King of Nanyue loves the King of Tang, it would be better for him to move to the Kingdom of Tang to settle down."
"I heard that the Tang State is a place for retirement. Many talented people are retiring in the Tang State..."
Empress Lu sneered, "The King of Nanyue is tired from traveling, so he should go back and rest for a few days."
"Queen Mother, I came to pay homage to the Emperor. I only came to Chang'an for a few days and never saw the Emperor. Why is this?"
"The emperor is busy with many things. When he has some free time, you can see him."
"Oh, that's fine... Queen Mother, I have to thank you. You personally raised my grandson. I can't repay such a kindness no matter what I do..."
Queen Lu's hands began to tremble, and her eyes looking at Zhao Tuo became increasingly cold.
But Zhao Tuo was still smiling, with no fear on his face.
"Isn't the King of Nanyue afraid that he won't be able to go back?"
"I haven't worried about this since I left South Vietnam. I'm old. Even if the Queen Mother asks me to return now, I don't know if I can return to South Vietnam."
"Ah."
"What's more, I am related to the Queen Mother, not a grudge, so why can't I go back? Even though the elder doesn't love me, he is still my heir... If there is dissatisfaction between mother and son because of me, then
It’s not appropriate either.”
Queen Lu took a deep breath and suppressed her anger.
"Is the King of Nanyue coming here just to meet with the Emperor?"
"Not entirely."
"I've been away from home for too long, and I want to go back and have a look."
Zhao Tuo said suddenly, and Empress Lu stared at his face. For some reason, she felt that this was the truth, maybe because she hadn't been able to go home for a long time.
"Okay, the King of Nanyue sincerely comes to see the Emperor, so I will naturally take you to see the Emperor."
Empress Lu got up, and Zhao Tuo also got up with the support of the soldiers. The two of them walked towards the Xuanshi Palace together. Empress Lu was speechless, her eyes were full of indifference, but Zhao Tuo kept talking about the past. Zhao Tuo had already expected
, Queen Lu will not kill herself. Killing herself will not bring any benefits, but will cause endless harm. The Queen Mother is a wise person and will never let other things affect her decision.
However, when Zhao Tuo walked into the Xuanshi Hall, the smile on his face gradually began to solidify.
Because he met someone.
When they walked into the Xuanshi Hall, there was already a minister in the hall. This man was sitting on his knees. The emperor was chatting with him cordially. When he saw Zhao Tuo coming in, Liu Ying stood up with a smile. She was very polite and said
He asked the attendant to help Zhao Tuo sit down with a very gentle attitude.
Zhao Tuo nodded towards the minister opposite, but the man had a straight face and ignored him at all.
Liu Ying asked with a smile: "I am really happy that the King of Nanyue has come. When Emperor Gao was still here, he often talked about the King of Nanyue to me, and his words were full of praise. I have always admired the King of Nanyue and wanted to
I finally have such an opportunity to meet the King of Nanyue today!"
Zhao Tuo smiled and replied: "Your Majesty, I have wanted to come to see the king several times. However, I am old and the road is long... I can only come to see the emperor as I wish today. I hope your majesty can forgive me for my crime."
Liu Ying laughed, "What happened in the past was just a small misunderstanding. The King of Nanyue is here in person, and I will host a banquet in his honor!"
The two were chatting very passionately, but Empress Lu, who was sitting next to the emperor, said nothing.
Zhao Tuo smiled and talked about the situation in South Vietnam. His words were full of humility and he did not dare to overstep his bounds. After chatting for a long time, Zhao Tuo suddenly asked: "Who is this great sage?"
Liu Ying pointed to the minister on the side and said with a smile: "I forgot to introduce you, this is the Marquis of Huaiyin."
At that moment, the smile on Zhao Tuo's face suddenly solidified.
"Huai...Marquis of Huaiyin? Could it be that the old King of Chu...Marquis of Huaiyin?"
Han Xin looked at Zhao Tuo in front of him coldly, "When I was in Chu State, you sent people to bring me gifts many times. Why don't you recognize me today?"
"I didn't know that Marquis Huaiyin was in front of him! A capital crime! A capital crime!"
Zhao Tuo suddenly lost his calmness just now, and looked a little uneasy, and said hurriedly: "The Marquis of Huaiyin has changed his mind, it is really worthy of admiration!"
Han Xin sneered and said: "Your Majesty is merciful and pardoned my death penalty and entrusted me with important tasks... How many troops and horses do you have in South Vietnam?"
Zhao Tuo felt cold all over and his hands and feet were stiff.
People who have not personally experienced that era will not know how terrifying Han Xin is. Zhao Tuo has experienced it. When Xiang Yu defeated Qin generals one after another, Zhao Tuo was extremely scared, and when Han Xin defeated Xiang Yu's
At this time, Zhao Tuo became even more afraid... This was a nightmare of nightmares. Anyone who had experienced that era, even Cao Shen and Zhou Bo, would not dare to be disrespectful.
At this moment, I suddenly heard a person's voice coming from outside the door.
"Brother!!!"
Liu Chang then walked into the Xuanshi Hall. When he saw the room full of people, Liu Chang was startled, and then he sat next to Han Xin with a smile, "Master? You are here, are you going to attack South Vietnam?"
Zhao Tuo's face was stiff, but Liu Ying hurriedly yelled, "Chief, don't talk nonsense!"
Liu Ying looked at Zhao Tuo and said with a smile: "My young brother is naughty and ignorant. Don't worry about it. The Marquis of Huaiyin came to Taixue to teach the scholars, not to attack South Vietnam... I have absolutely no intention of attacking South Vietnam."
.", Liu Ying, an honest man, began to explain seriously. It was okay not to explain. When Liu Ying explained like this, Zhao Tuo became even more uneasy.
He was not afraid of big men coming to attack him because he did not believe that any commander could defeat his army in South Vietnam...except Han Xin.
He originally thought that Han Xin was dead, but when he saw Han Xin alive and kicking in front of him, Zhao Tuo's original plan was shattered in an instant.
"Chief...why don't you come to see me?"
Zhao Tuo asked.
Liu Chang said carelessly: "I am a wise leader among the princes. It is you who should come to pay homage to me!"
"Chief, don't be rude!"
Liu Ying said again.
Empress Lu's frown finally relaxed, and she asked: "When the King of Nanyue comes to see the Emperor, should Cangwu County and Guilin County in Changsha be returned?"
Zhao Tuo hurriedly replied: "I heard that Changsha will be eliminated. Isn't that the case?"
Queen Lu nodded, "That's right."
"but...."
"Your Majesty has decided to make King Wu Liu You the King of Changsha...The Kingdom of Changsha has been established again...then it's time to return these two counties to the Han Dynasty."
Liu Chang sat aside obediently, watching Empress Lu speak, looking honest and naive.
This was the first time that he truly felt his mother's powerful methods. Really, Liu Chang himself never thought that the matter of changing the king, Han Xin's matter, and Zhao Tuo's matter could be so connected. The appointment and dismissal of Han Xin, but to
Use Han Xin to intimidate Zhao Tuo and allow the fourth brother to go to the Kingdom of Wu, but also use the sixth brother to go to Changsha to recover the lost land, allow Zhao Tuo to see him in court, but ask the lion to open his mouth and let him vomit out the land of two counties.
Tsk, with such methods, no wonder Chen Ping is so afraid of his mother.
It seems that I still have a lot to learn.
But Zhao Tuo was hesitating at this moment, sweating profusely and speechless.
Liu Chang looked at Liu Ying who was confused and shook his head helplessly. Brother, are you your biological child?
It must have been picked up from somewhere, right??