The Barhut tribe is located in the northwest of Beihu Prairie, which is already the hinterland of Beihu. Although the grassland it controls is not very vast, it is the most fertile land on the grassland due to its rich water and grass.
Although the royal power of the Beihu grassland has always belonged to the Yingnaluo tribe, the military power on the battlefield was entrusted to the four generals of Beihu.
Due to the strength of the Kelie tribe, the position of Leopard Commander has always been selected from within the Kelie tribe. The Kelie tribe has always occupied a quota, but the positions of the other three commanders are composed of dozens of people from Beihu to large.
Tribes are selected through competition.
The people of Beihu worship the strong, so the choice of the other three commanders is naturally to compete in horseback riding, archery and wrestling. In addition, there are also prestige and wisdom, and layers of screening tests. After meeting the requirements, Wang Ting Khan will issue a decree to appoint the commander.
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For today's Barhut tribe, Commander Yingtu is their pride. This is the first time in the past fifty years that the Barhut tribe has become a tribe with four commanders. More than fifty years ago, they also had this
glory, but that has been a long time ago. The leadership position on the grassland will compete every five years. They have not stood out for ten years and can only become a supporting role in the history of the grassland.
However, this time the leopard tug commander of the Klei tribe launched a rebellion with the intention of overthrowing the royal court. Instead, the Ying tut commander of the Barhut tribe stepped forward and united with the tribes on the grassland to defeat the Klei tribe and its affiliated tribes.
, destroyed the conspiracy of the Baotou commander, stabilized the royal court, and was named the commander-in-chief of the country by the newly enthroned Genghis Khan. This is not only the glory and hero of the Barhut tribe, but also the glory and hero of the grassland.
At this moment, the Barhut tribe became the most eye-catching tribe on the grassland, and Commander Yingtu became the most dazzling hero on the grassland.
As the most dazzling star on the grassland today, Yingtu Shuai has become an idol respected and worshiped by many people, but there is no doubt that his rise has also touched the interests of many people.
Commander Ying Tu, with the support of the royal court, has recently implemented some reforms as the commander-in-chief of the Supervisory State. These reforms seem to have been borrowed from the system of the Great Chu State. In the final analysis, they are to implement the centralization of military power, which once belonged to each country.
The cavalry warriors commanded by the tribal princes must now be uniformly managed and deployed by the royal court. Each tribe must completely obey the royal court in terms of military power and are not allowed to mobilize troops privately. Under the supervision of the special envoys sent by the royal court, each tribe must diligently
For military training, military expansion and preparation.
This is the general policy. When it comes to the specific implementation methods, Yingtu Shuai has fully demonstrated his political skills, combining kindness and power. Although Beihu's ancient system cannot be changed overnight, Yingtu Shuai's strength has made
Certain systems are gradually implemented.
Although many tribal princes ostensibly obeyed the orders of the royal court and Commander Ying Tu, deep down they were very angry at things that harmed their own interests. They even held a grudge against Commander Ying Tu who proposed these reforms. Some even secretly wanted to get rid of Commander Ying Tu.
Get rid of Yingtu Shuai. But Yingtu Shuai controls Bawutu, the most powerful spy agency in Beihu. This organization is similar to the Chu Metropolitan Procuratorate and has the same terror as the Ducha Yuan. Many princes are planning to get rid of Yingtu.
When he suddenly became handsome, he disappeared silently on the grassland, and even the scum could not be found.
Commander Yingtu's position is becoming more and more stable, and his reforms are being implemented bit by bit. Smart people can see that the purpose of these reforms is to strengthen Beihu's combat effectiveness. Many people have keenly sensed it.
The smell of gunpowder smoke.
The convoy of the big masked businessman entered the territory of the Barhut Tribe in the middle of the night. The warriors of the Barhut Tribe were already waiting here. The Hongjila warriors escorted the convoy to the border of the Barhut Tribe.
He handed over the convoy to the Barhut cavalry and turned back to the Hongjila grassland.
The Barhut cavalry continued to escort the convoy to the Barhut headquarters. They had recognized Sumayu and came over to salute him very respectfully.
"Little aunt, the people of the grassland welcome you back."
This is the honorific title of the Barhut cavalry, and they call Sumayu "little aunt".
Xue Poye whispered: "Sumayu, from now on, should I call you little aunt, or Sumayu?"
Sumayu smiled sweetly: "I like it when you call me Sumayu."
Although the Barhut cavalry were surprised that Sumayu had brought back two strange people, their respect for Sumayu also made them treat each other with courtesy. There was a cold wind blowing in the grassland at night, and the Barhut cavalry presented him with
Got the wineskin.
The wine bag is not filled with mare's milk, but authentic "fire", which has a unique effect on keeping the cold away and keeping warm.
A mouthful of "Fire Burning" flowed into his mouth and flowed down his throat. Xue Poye's whole body felt hot. He thought of Wu Lachi for a moment. He remembered that the night they met Wu Lachi, the two of them drank this "
Burning with fire."
Xue Poye even looked around in the firelight, wanting to see if Ulachi was among these Barhut cavalry.
However, these cavalrymen were wearing heavy fur coats and beard hats. With the flickering firelight, it was really hard to see what each of them looked like. However, judging from the figure of these cavalrymen, although they were all strong and powerful, they were not the same as Wu.
A tall man like Lachi was probably not here.
Even when the warriors of the two tribes were handing over, the big mask merchant still didn't show up. The carriage was like a tomb, and the big mask merchant was like a ghost hiding in the tomb.
The convoy did not stop, but continued to move forward. Dozens of torches decorated the convoy like a fire dragon cruising on the grassland.
I don't know how long it took, but Xue Poye saw faint laughter and laughter coming from the front. Although the sound was very small, it seemed that there were a lot of people, all singing and dancing.
On the grassland in the distance, there are little sparks, which is really spectacular.
Sumayu obviously heard the sound and asked the cavalryman next to him: "What day is today? Why is there a bonfire party?"
The cavalryman hurriedly said: "Little aunt, today is Zheton's wedding, so in order to bless them, the clan leader held a bonfire party."
When Xue Poye heard the name "Zhedun", he suddenly thought of Zhedun with the ability of "night eyes", who was a subordinate of Wu Lachi, and secretly rejoiced in his heart: "So today is Zhedun's wedding? Haha,
What a coincidence, Brother Wu must be here." Thinking of meeting Wu Lachi on the grassland, I couldn't help but get excited.
"Is Commander Yingtu still in the clan?"
"Genghis Khan summoned Commander Yingtu, and Commander Yingtu went to the royal court." the cavalryman reported.
Sumadou nodded and whispered to Xue Poye: "Brother Chou Shi, Commander Yingtu has gone to the royal court. It may take a day or two to come back. If you can't see him for a while, you can stay with me at Barhut."
Wait two days for him to come back and ask him to send someone to help you find something."
Xue Poye looked calm, cupped his fists and said, "Thank you!"
"Brother Chou Shi, we can go sing and dance on Zhedun's wedding." Sumayu said with a smile: "Can you dance our Beihu dance?"
Xue Poye shook his head and said, "I haven't even seen it, let alone know how to dance."
"Our Beihu dance is the most beautiful." Sumayu said proudly: "I will teach you how to dance. You are so smart and you will learn it as soon as you learn it."
Little Shitou hurriedly said: "Sister Sumayu, please teach me. I'm smart and I can learn it as soon as I can."
Sumayu burst out laughing and said, "Okay, let me find a little girl the same age as you and let her teach you. Do you think it's okay?"
Xiao Shitou blushed and glanced at Xue Poye. Xue Poye couldn't help but laugh when he saw his face turned red.
When they arrived at the station gradually, they saw an old man from Beihu leading a group of cavalry on horseback. Judging from the old man's clothes and demeanor, Xue Poye knew that this old man must be the leader of the Barhut tribe. If he remembered correctly
, his name is Hubahai.
The Beihu tribal system is different from that of the Central Plains. Although the so-called patriarch is the highest leader of a tribe, his power can only be supreme in the tribe and can only govern and coordinate the affairs of the tribe.
The princes can participate in tribal alliance meetings and royal court councils, and have political rights.
When Sumayu saw the old man, he greeted him on Pegasus, turned over and dismounted, and bowed respectfully: "Chief, Sumayu is back!"
The patriarch Hu Bahai got off his horse, hugged Sumayu gently, and said with a kind smile: "Sumayu, my child, the eternal God is taking care of you, and let you return to the embrace of the grassland smoothly!
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Sumayu hurriedly said: "Chief, Sumayu encountered demons and dangers, but the Immortal God blessed me and sent people to help me." After saying that, he turned back and pointed at Xue Poye and Xiao Shitou, and said to
Hubahai whispered something, and Hubahai immediately came forward to greet him. However, the dignified patriarch performed the grassland ceremony and said in the unfamiliar Chu language: "Friends from afar, thank you for your help to Sumayu.
Just like the warm spring breeze blowing across the grassland, I sincerely invite you to join our bonfire party!"
Xue Poye had already dismounted with the small stone in his arms, and bowed to express his respect for Hubahai: "Dear patriarch, thank you for your invitation. We are very honored!"
Hu Bahai showed a kind smile and waved: "Sumayu, my son, lead our friends to our bonfire party. Zheden and Ha Yun will definitely be happy for your arrival." Haha laughed.
: "Ha Yun is the most beautiful bride today."
Sumayu hurried over and took Xue Poye's hand without hesitation, saying: "Brother Chou Shi, let's go quickly, there is the most delicious cheese there."
After Sumayu led Xue Poye and Xiao Shitou away, Hubahai walked to the carriage of the big masked businessman and said in a deep voice: "Big businessman, Marshal Yingtu said that your convoy should not stop tonight and will immediately leave.
The goods are shipped to Dayin Mountain, and we will send people to escort them there."
There was silence for a while in the carriage, and after a long time, a deep voice was heard: "Are your horses ready?"
Hubahai said calmly: "According to the rules, three hundred and fifty first-class horses have been gathered at our Barhut Ranch. They will be handed over to you only when Commander Yingtu comes back and gives the order. Commander Yingtu asked you to stay in Barhut."
Hu Special Department, wait for two days, he will come back and discuss something with you."
The big masked businessman said solemnly: "Zhou Tonghai, you lead the convoy to Dayin Mountain and leave five people behind."
A person beside the car whispered: "Sir, do you... want to leave more people behind?"
"No need!" The masked businessman said slowly: "With Chief Hubahai and Marshal Yingtu taking care of me, who can hurt me? Don't forget, they are our friends, go and say nothing!"
Zhou Tonghai pointed to a few guards and said, "Five of you stay here to protect the Lord!" He waved his hand and said, "Everyone, please rush to the ten miles ahead to repair for an hour, and then continue on your way."
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Xue Poye saw from a distance that the convoy of the big masked businessman continued to move north, while the big businessman's own carriage, guarded by several guards, turned around and headed towards the group of tents on the west side of the Barhut tribe. Chief Hubahai
He is also leading the way from the front.
He frowned and thought secretly: "Is the big mask businessman going to stay? Isn't he going to Dayin Mountain?" This is actually a good thing. If he stays, it will be easier to find out the details of this traitor and collaborator.
Xue Poye followed Sumayu quickly to the bonfire party. He quickly realized Sumayu's status in the Barhut tribe. Everyone who met her would greet her cordially. Beihu girls of similar age
, even came up to hug Sumayu, indescribably excited. The old people and children were also very affectionate. As for the young and strong Beihu men, when they saw Sumayu, they maintained respect on their faces, but the blind man
You can also feel the deep meaning of "admiration" in their eyes.
Everyone calls her "little aunt".
A bonfire party, as the name suggests, is a bonfire raised in the open space of the grassland, and men, women, old and young sing and dance around the fire. At this time, it is truly "eating big chunks of meat, drinking from big bowls, and singing loudly."
Loud singing voices rose on the grassland, and men, women, old and young kept in time and worked hard to show off their singing voices, no matter whether their voices sounded good or not.
Xue Poye saw a familiar scene that was often seen on TV. In the open space of the grassland, a huge bonfire was raised, as bright as day. Hundreds of Barhut tribesmen sat in a large circle, and in the middle of the circle
, there were many girls and boys dancing the sonorous and powerful dance of Beihu with great interest.
Not all the tribesmen of the Barhut tribe will gather together. Like people from other grassland tribes, they are divided into camps one after another in their respective grassland areas. This camp is the central camp of the Barhut tribe, with nearly a thousand people.
The people participating in the bonfire party are all people from this camp, and other camps are scattered within a hundred miles of land centered on this camp.
Amid the enthusiastic greetings of the tribe, Sumayu led Xue Poye and Xiao Shitou to sit down in the crowd, clapped their hands, and sang loudly.
Xue Poye and Xiao Shitou were infected by the warm atmosphere. Although they couldn't sing Beihu's songs, they could still clap their hands. Among the people dancing at the venue, Xue Poye quickly recognized the person with "
"Night Eyes" Zhedun, dressed in beautiful new clothes, was dancing hand in hand with a plump Beihu girl. The girl was also dressed in new clothes. She must be the bride Ha Yun.
This time, Xue Poye carefully searched for Wu Lachi in the crowd, but the crowd was bustling and the shadows were shaking. In addition, it was late at night after all, and all the people in Beihu were wearing tight clothes. Although Xue Poye's eyesight was better than ordinary people,
The man was much nicer, but he still didn't find the Ulachi whom he was so eager to see.
In the midst of the bustle, people were suddenly heard shouting: "Let our little aunt and Xiang Yezi perform the most beautiful dance for everyone!"
At that moment, everyone joined in. The girls came over to pick up Sumayu and pushed him to the field. Everyone clapped their hands and said: "Our fragrant leaves, our fragrant leaves, where are you? Fragrant leaves, little aunt, here you are.
We dance the most beautiful dance.”
"Fragrant leaves?" Xue Poye touched his nose and smiled. The name was quite interesting. It didn't look like a famous name, but more like a trumpet.
I saw a little girl of thirteen or fourteen walking out of the crowd. She was wearing a white fur coat and a cyan shirt. She had a dozen pigtails and was pretty. Although she was a Beihu girl, her skin was delicate.
Extraordinarily delicate, like milk, at such a young age, no matter how you look at her, she is a rare little beauty.
Her eyebrows are very thin, but her eyes are very clear, her skin is delicate, and she has a well-proportioned figure. Although she is extremely beautiful, she still looks very young. Everyone can be sure that when "Xiang Ye" grows up, she will be a beautiful woman.
Great beauty.
"Little Shitou, look at it, she seems to be as big as you!"
He gently patted Xiao Shitou's head and whispered: "What are you doing? It's really rude. Learn from the master and be immovable...!" He suddenly stopped talking because he saw Sumayu talking to him.
After Zhu Xiangye whispered a few words, two beauties from Beihu, one big and one small, walked straight towards this side.
"Brother Chou Shi, I will teach you the dance of our prairie people." Sumayu stretched out his hand and smiled like a spring breeze.
Xiang Ye walked up to Xiao Shitou and stretched out her hand. Although she was extremely beautiful and even had the aura of a Jiangnan beauty, she was from Beihu after all. She was not shy but straightforward. She smiled and said: "Your name is Xiao Shitou? You
Would you like to dance with me?"
All the men in Beihu showed envy and jealousy. It was fine for Xiang Yezi to invite Xiao Shitou. After all, Xiao Shitou was handsome and a child. But Su Mayu's invitation to Xue Poye made many people find it incredible.
, although Xue Poye is a guest from afar, the appearance of this guest is a bit too ugly. Being with Sumayu, it is in line with the saying in Beihu: "The beautiful snow lotus is stuck in a horse."
manure".
Looking at Sumayu's intoxicating smile, Xue Poye couldn't help but stretched out his hand and held Sumayu's tender hand, while Xiao Shitou also held Xiangye's hand blankly.
Two beauties from Northern Hu, leading two weirdos, one big and one small, walked to the bonfire amidst the cheers of the people.
The melodious sound of the morinouqin sounded, and the moving dances of Sumayu and Xiangyeye rose. Xue Poye and Xiao Shitou danced clumsily under the guidance of the two girls. However, their clumsy movements not only did not attract ridicule, but instead
It attracted enthusiastic applause and cheers from the herdsmen.
Under the firelight, Sumayu danced like a fairy, and her delicate body was displayed vividly in the dance. It was so beautiful that Xue Poye was fascinated by it, while Xiao Shitou suppressed his blush, and almost did not dare to look at the beautiful little girl in front of him.
girl.
The song of the grassland is long and distant, echoing between heaven and earth.dd