Chapter 64: Wolf Runs in the North Desert, Dragon Rows in the South Huaihe River
Three hundred miles north of Yanmen County, in the camp of Xianbei Fuyi Wang Kebineng, the commander-in-chief Fuyi Wang Kebineng was promoting his tent and gathering his generals to discuss the matter of going south.
In the big tent, a middle-aged man who was as powerful as a bear, with a tiger's back and a wolf's waist, a face full of beard, and eyes like a wolf, was sitting on a tiger-skin chair in the center of the big tent.
This was no one else. It was Ke Bineng, the Xianbei king who had often paid tribute to the Central Plains in the early years in exchange for the title of Fuyi King from the Central Plains. In fact, he secretly recruited troops and horses in an ambitious attempt to unify the grasslands.
On both sides of the seat, sat the Xianbei Lord Xiegui Ni, Xianbei East King Suli, Suli's younger brother Chenglugui, Lord Mijia, Queji, Kebineng's younger brother Juluohou, and Wuhuan Guiyi.
Hou Wangtong, Wang Ji, Kebineng's general Suonu and others.
Kebi Neng saw that everyone had arrived, so he raised his voice like a bear and said:
"Now that everyone has arrived, I will make arrangements directly! Marquis Juluo, the two Fuyi Marquises, you will lead the tribe's 60,000 wolf cavalry to find out the enemy's situation. After Master Su Li starts to attack Youzhou, we will separate immediately.
Go straight to Yanmen and Jingxingkou!"
"yes!"
Marquis Juluo, Marquis Wang of Wuhuan Fuyi, and Wang Ji, who came to help, gave a loud shout and accepted Wang's order.
After Kebineng finished arranging the tasks of the second king and his younger brother Juluohou, he continued to arrange the next step:
"Suli, Mika, Queji, Chenglugui, your tribes are far away in Youzhou. Now when you go south, you will lead your tribe's 50,000 cavalry and attack Youzhou with all your strength!"
"Take orders."
A Xianbei leader who looked quite shrewd accepted Kebineng's order with a somewhat unconvincing tone. This man was none other than Suli, the king of the eastern Xianbei tribe. Suli was originally a former great khan and company leader.
The leader of his subordinates.
After He Lian's death, Kuitou and Qian Man competed for the throne. After Bu Dugen succeeded to the throne, he saw the opportunity and led the Xianbei independent party in the east to occupy the counties of Youzhou, Liaoxi, Youbeiping, and Yuyangsai.
Part of the grassland has become the Eastern King of Xianbei. Suli has always been in harmony with Ke Bineng's Northern Xianbei, as well as the so-called orthodox Xianbei tribe that Bu Dugen surrendered to Wei in Bingzhou. The reason for this is to "bury the hatchet"
', Choosing to cooperate with Kebineng is just to get more of the pie.
After Kebineng saw Su Li's rather dissatisfied face, although he was filled with anger, he still didn't break out. After all, he finally persuaded Su Li this time, and only Su Li successfully restrained You.
If the state is defeated and the elite soldiers from the state are sent to support it, then one's goal will be achieved.
"Xie Gui Ni, Suo Nu, you follow me and lead one hundred thousand wolf cavalry, day and night, southward along the river to the Xihe River. After breaking through the Xihe River, immediately march eastward, attack Taiyuan, and capture Bingzhou!"
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
Lord Xianbei Xiegui Ni, and Kebineng's most trusted general Suonu shouted loudly and accepted the order.
Speaking of Xieguini, he is the nephew of the former Xianbei Khan Helian and the son of Fulohan. Originally, Fulohan’s eldest brother Kuitou was the heir to the Great Khan Helian. But Kuitou has been in power for more than ten years.
Later, He Lian's son Qian Man grew up and wanted to take back the throne of his father He Lian. Therefore, he had a disagreement with his cousin Kuai Tou and attacked each other. Both of them were injured, and Kuai Tou died.
After Kuitou died, his third brother, Bu Dugen, the Guiyi king who now surrendered to the Wei Dynasty and guarded the border for the Wei Dynasty, became the new leader of Xianbei. Bu Dugen's second brother Fulohan also became the leader of Xianbei.
's second in command.
But the good times did not last long. Among the Xianbei adults, there emerged a leader who was good at riding and shooting and was quite popular. He is now the king of Fuyi, Kebineng. Kebineng tried to compete with Budugen for the throne and drove him away.
The great Khan Bu Dugen, who was originally an orthodox man, also killed Bu Dugen's second brother and Xie Gui Ni's father, Fuluo Han.
In order to survive, Xie Guini had no choice but to pretend to lead his tribe to submit to Ke Bineng. Ke Bineng was also worried that killing Xie Guini would cause the separation of tens of thousands of his tribe, so he always treated Xie Guini with courtesy.
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But what Ke Bineng didn't know was that the hatred in Xie Guini's heart did not fade with the passage of time, but instead became stronger day by day.
Fuyi Wang Kebineng, who had arranged everything, showed a sinister smile. This time, Wei Guo should not have expected that he would put his main force in Xihe!
In the early morning of the next day, Suli, Mika, Queji and other leaders of the eastern Xianbei tribe rushed to the north of Youzhou to arrange the attack.
The Juluo Marquis from Kebineng's headquarters, as well as the two Wuhuan Fuyi Marquis Wang Tong, Wang Ji and others immediately returned to the Yanmen North Camp and began to mobilize soldiers to boost morale and prepare to go south.
The Xianbei King Kebineng, Suo Nu, and Xie Guini immediately led their 100,000 wolf riders and bolted toward Xihe County.
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Bingzhou, Taiyuan.
Wu Zhi, the commander-in-chief of Youbin and Zhenwei general, was discussing the defense of Bingzhou with Bu Dugen, King of Xianbei Guiyi.
"King Guiyi, I heard that this time your brother Fu Luohan's son, Xie Gui Ni, also invaded the army south of Kebineng."
When a middle-aged Xianbei leader who looked domineering and restrained in Han royal attire heard these words, his eyes suddenly lit up:
"Captain Wu, are you serious about this?"
Wu Zhi lightly twirled his mustache, smiled slightly and said:
"King Guiyi may not know yet. When His Majesty made me the governor of Youbing, he specially gave me a hundred elite school officials. The school spies are known to be accurate. Therefore, I feel that this news should not be missed.
Will be on vacation."
After hearing this, Bu Dugen suddenly became excited, and he immediately volunteered:
"When the Governor confirms the whereabouts of Xiao Wang's nephew, he must inform Xiao Wang. Xiao Wang will immediately go to persuade his nephew and discipline him to abandon the dark side and surrender to the bright side!"
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The emperor's dragon boat traveled for several days and finally went north and entered Jishui.
After traveling north along the Jishui River for three days, we arrived at the must-pass point, the border of Licheng County.
Cao Pi was thoughtful. He got up early and was looking into the distance in the morning mist. His great rivers and mountains were finally going to be completely wiped out. Thinking of this, he finally felt a little relieved in his originally slightly sad heart.
"Your Majesty." Chang Attendant Bian Lan came to the dragon boat plywood next to Emperor Cao Pi: "We are only three days away from Licheng. There is news from the south of Xuzhou that Lu Shijun is leaving the king and has made secret arrangements.
News came from the school affairs office in Luoyang that there was nothing unusual about Zang Ba who was in charge of the Jin Dynasty. After His Majesty Prince Pingyuan learned that His Majesty might be assassinated in Licheng, he immediately dispatched Zhu Yancai, the leader of the Central Military Commission, to mobilize the infantry battalion and the Tunqi battalion.
Thousands of people rushed to Licheng to protect His Majesty, and we should arrive at Licheng in three days' journey."
Cao Pi's eyes felt warm at first, and then cold again. A terrible thought flashed through his mind just now, that is, the 20,000 forbidden troops sent by Cao Rui were not here to protect him, but in collusion with Zang Ba.
Taking advantage of the trend to force the palace. However, this idea is just a ridiculous idea.
After all, the school affairs office would not deceive him. After all, Yan would not harm him. After all, although Qingxu Haoba was hateful, Zang Ba had not been disloyal in these years.
After all...after all, Rui'er should still have him as his father in his heart.
"Your Majesty, what's wrong with you..."
Bian Lan noticed something was wrong with the emperor, so he cautiously asked.
Cao Pi rubbed his somewhat swollen temples, shook his head gently and said:
"It's nothing, I just remembered a nightmare."
"Then, do you want me to summon Qin Tianjian to come and interpret the dream?"
Cao Pi shook his head again and said, "No need. Do you have anything else to report?"
When Bian Lan saw the emperor's question, he immediately replied:
"Your Majesty, there is something indeed. Xu Zhi, the governor of Licheng County, seems not to know about Qingxu's rebellion. Do you want to remind Governor Xu in advance to avoid..."
Before Bian Lan could finish speaking, Cao Pi interrupted him.
"Xu Zhi has done nothing for many years and made repeated mistakes. He cannot save himself this time. Why should I save such an incompetent person like him?"
When Bian Lan saw that the emperor had said this, he stopped talking.
"Wang Xiang, is his illness getting better?"
Cao Pi asked this question inadvertently. Since forcing Yang Jun to death, Wang Xiang has been sick, and his symptoms of seasickness have also worsened a lot. Wang Xiang originally had a small appetite, but now he often vomits and gets seasick. If he continues like this , I’m afraid it’s a little dangerous.
Of course Bian Lan didn't dare to say that.
"Your Majesty, the king is always waiting for him. Although he has not recovered yet, he is still able to eat and drink, but... it is just that in recent days, the symptoms of vomiting have worsened."
After hearing this, Cao Pi just nodded lightly and said nothing.
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Luoyang, the residence of Dongxiang Hou Caozhen.
Cao Xi, who has recovered from his illness, can finally leave his mansion and go out for fun in the past few days.
He had been in good health since he was a child, but he had some bad luck these past few years, falling ill every few days.
After shooting arrows in the backyard, Cao Xi called his fourth brother Cao Xun, fifth brother Cao Yan, and sixth brother Cao Ze to go to Huanggong Winery. Since today was the doctor's holiday, they all No need to go to Taiyuan University.
As for the eldest brother Cao Shuang, His Royal Highness King Pingyuan is very busy every day, so he naturally has no time to spare. Not to mention drinking with the Cao Xi brothers.
"I don't know how Ah Xuan and the others are doing now. If I hadn't happened to be sick this time, I would have accompanied Ah Xuan to Bingzhou."
"Third brother, you also said that with your current body, it would be great if you could go out for a drink without telling your mother. You are also thinking of traveling far away!"
"That's right, third brother, of course, fourth brother and I can get drunk today. As for you, you'd better drink less than two drinks."
Several people were chatting and laughing, and unknowingly arrived at Qingqingyuan, which is under the attic of Lichun Courtyard.
Cao Xi glanced around inadvertently and saw Master Sima who had just left here!
"Master Sima!"
Cao Xi turned his head and realized that he had read it right. At this moment, he was filled with anger. Master Sima had obviously married Hui'er, and Hui'er was still pregnant at this time, but how could Master Sima!
Cao Xi was so angry that he stepped forward to fight Sima Shi without any explanation.
Sima Shi didn't notice who was coming. He only knew that someone was suddenly attacking him, so he subconsciously used his heavy hand to resist. If Cao Xi was not sick and disaster-free, he might still be able to fight with Sima Shi, but Cao Xi
At this moment, Xi was recovering from a serious illness and his body was weak. Therefore, he was knocked to the ground by Sima Shi with only two or three hands.
"Master Xi!"
When Master Sima saw that it was Cao Xi, Hui'er's cousin, he immediately felt guilty. He wanted to step forward to help Cao Xi up, but Cao Xi fiercely threw his hand away.
"Don't touch me!"
Seeing Cao Xi being so excited, Master Sima already knew why Cao Xi was so angry. Just when he was about to explain, a voice suddenly came from the corner of the street:
"Brother Xi! What's wrong with you!"
When Cao Xi raised his eyes, he realized it was Wei Yuan. He was knocked to the ground at this moment, and he was so embarrassed that he just wanted to find a hole to get into.
When Wei Yuan helped Cao Xi up, Master Sima, before he could apologize, saw Xun Can who was passing by and planned to take Zhuge Dan, who had finally taken a break, to get drunk.
Teacher and student Sima were afraid that the matter would get darker and darker, so they did not dare to stay for a long time, so they turned around and left this place of right and wrong. It seemed that they needed to write an apology to Cao Xi afterwards and explain it separately.
Cao Xi had not recovered yet, but now he was angry and injured, so he passed out again.
Zhuge Dan and Xun Can, as well as Wei Yuan, Cao Xun, Cao Ze, and Cao Yan immediately sent Cao Xi to the Dongxiang Hou Mansion and went to ask for a doctor.