Chapter 79 It’s hard to tell the truth from the false
Xiao Siye spoke the Qibi language. This language has gradually declined with the decline of the Qibi tribe and has become less known. Even the descendants of the Qibi tribe speak Turkic and Chinese. Of course, for those who grew up on the grassland since childhood,
, for Xiao Siye, who served as the governor of Shanyu for many years after reaching adulthood, he understood a lot of the language of various tribes on the grassland.
The soldiers in front of the camp were stunned when they heard the long-lost tribal language. They looked Xiao Siye up and down. Seeing his extraordinary bearing, they did not dare to neglect him. They said wait a moment and hurriedly entered the camp.
After a moment, he turned around and invited Xiao Siye to the felt tent in the middle.
A tall and strong man sat in the tent, glanced at Xiao Siye coldly, his disdainful eyes were unconcealed, and said sarcastically: "Who was I then? This is not a descendant of the Xiao family of Lanling, Shan Yu of the Tang Dynasty."
Governor of the Protectorate, Shi Xiao Siye, Young Master Xiao? Haha, I didn’t greet you from far away, so I was rude and disrespectful. Please forgive me."
This man has deep curly hair, thick eyebrows, and a square face with beards. He is very handsome and majestic. He is wearing a brocade robe with lapels, narrow sleeves, and a wide body. The collar, sleeves, etc. are inlaid with wide gold lace.
Rich and majestic, full of exotic flavor.
Graceful and noble, where is the slightest trace of the embarrassment of being in jail?
Xiao Siye stepped forward to greet him and said with a wry smile: "Life is dangerous, with thorns everywhere, and a little carelessness will result in blood dripping. Being able to see General Qibi alive is already a gift from God. In any case, you and I were once close friends, and now I
I have no choice but to resort to this strategy, and my reputation will be ruined and reviled for eternity. Could it be that General Qibi, like others, adds insult to injury and refuses to comfort me?"
The young man with the beard was stunned for a moment, pondered for a long time, let out a long sigh, and waved his hand: "Well, I have received many favors from Mr. Xiao in the past, but I have not repaid them, so please take a seat."
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As the long history of the Shanyu Protectorate, Xiao Siye's duty is to communicate with the Turks on behalf of the Tang Dynasty and supervise the Turks. As the former staunch followers of the Eastern Turks, the Qibi Department is naturally also under supervision. It just follows.
After the death of Jieli Khan of the Eastern Turks, the great khanate of Nuoda disappeared into thin air. Various tribes on the grassland that had been suppressed and exploited by the Turks rose up one after another, and the life of the Qibi tribe became increasingly difficult.
Xiao Siye once helped the Qibi tribe many times as the Shanyu Protectorate. The Qibi tribe was very grateful and the relationship between the two parties was very good.
Finally one day, Xue Yantuo replaced the Turks and became the overlord of the grassland, and the Qibi tribe was also divided into two. One part followed Qibi Kele to seek refuge with Yinan Khan, and was relied on by Yinan Khan as his confidant, while the other part followed Qibi Kele.
Qibi Heli surrendered to the Tang Dynasty, gained the trust of His Majesty Li Er, and married the daughter of the clan, the head of Lintao County, becoming a relative of the emperor, and his status soared.
And the rich and powerful man in front of him is Qibi Heli...
Seeing Xiao Siye take his seat, Qibi Heli ordered someone to bring tea and cakes, and said with a smile: "Since drinking this tea, the bloating and constipation caused by the people's long-term meat eating have been greatly relieved, and many people have survived because of this.
.It’s just that tea is too expensive and commoners and slaves cannot afford it. Only nobles like me can enjoy it every day. I drink it not only because it can remove the fat in the abdomen, but because it tastes so good that it goes into the throat.
The sweetness that comes after, tsk tsk, is as fascinating as nectar and jade dew.”
Xiao Siye took a sip of tea and became increasingly depressed.
This method of frying tea was invented by Fang Jun, and he gained huge wealth because of it. Now, half of the tea produced in Datang belongs to Fang Jun, and in the most high-end field, almost all of it is under Fang Jun's name.
Produced by the tea estate.
I am drinking tea now, probably giving money to Fang Jun...
Under such a mood, even if it was really "good wine and jade dew", Xiao Siye would still feel like drinking poisonous wine, which tasted like chewing wax.
After a pause, Xiao Siye looked around and saw that there was no one around, and then whispered to Qibi Heli: "General Qibi, do you still miss some of the old friendship?"
Qibi Heli chuckled and said: "I, Qibi Heli, have no ability. I only have four words: 'loyalty, liver, righteousness, and courage'. I will remain loyal until death! The Emperor of the Tang Dynasty was so kind to me that he even sent the daughters of his clan to the throne."
Marrying a reckless man like me, I am loyal and loyal, and I will repay you as a soldier of the country. I would rather die than betray you. In the past, Mr. Xiao was also kind to my Qibi tribe. In those years, white disasters were widespread. If it were not for Mr. Xiao's relief, the people of the tribe would not know how much they would have needed.
I died of cold and starvation. I have always remembered this favor, otherwise do you think you would be able to enter my tent today?"
Xiao Siye cupped his fists and said, "In that case, I have something to ask of you..."
"Wait!"
Qibi Heli raised his hand and interrupted Xiao Siye's words. His words were sharp and merciless: "Right now, I am a prisoner of the rank and file, and I would rather die than surrender. Maybe the Yi Nan will perform an operation on me tomorrow morning to shock the tribesmen."
Chief, kill the chicken to scare the monkeys. But you, as an official of the Tang Dynasty and a son of a noble family, came to surrender and were willing to be a lackey. Regardless of the practical use or symbolic meaning, you are bound to be reused by the barbarians. The difference between you and me is as big as
Yunni, I should be relying on you, Mr. Xiao, and I beg you to say a few kind words for me in front of Yi Nan to save my life, but how can I help you? Mr. Xiao, don't be ridiculous."
Xiao Siye looked embarrassed and blushed.
I was so angry that I wanted to kill this mean bastard with a knife...
But I had to ask for help, so I had to swallow my anger: "How can I be willing to collaborate with the enemy, treason, and betray my ancestors? It's just that Fang Jun went too far and trapped me, vowing to put me to death. I, Xiao Siye, am not afraid of death, but I will never
If you are willing to be so ignorant and become the soul of Fang Jun's sword, you will be charged with treason even if you die, bringing shame to your ancestors and shame to your descendants!"
Qibi Heli was speechless.
You really don’t want to be framed by Fang Jun or bear the name of treason, but now you have surrendered to Xue Yantuo and are about to lead Xue Yantuo’s army to counterattack Zhao Xincheng. Wouldn’t this be more complete treason?
Sighing, he asked: "Your Majesty's holy mandate, the candle shines thousands of miles away, and you are a member of the Xiao clan, not an ordinary citizen. All you need to do is air your grievances in front of your Majesty, and your Majesty will see clearly and clear your name. But now you surrender to Xue Yantuo,
What’s the use of talking about this when you’ve already lost your way out?”
Xiao Siye gritted his teeth and said angrily: "How can Fang Jun, who is so arrogant and domineering, give me a chance to meet His Majesty? If I hadn't arrived here at this moment, I would have been dead and abandoned in the wilderness with no evidence to prove it!"
Qibi Heli remained silent.
He didn't know Fang Jun, but he had heard about this man for a long time. He had also heard about his acting style, which was indeed arrogant, domineering and resolute.
Regardless of whether Xiao Siye's crime was framed by Fang Jun or not, it would be difficult for him to return to Chang'an alive.
Taking a deep breath, Xiao Siye said: "Now that I have gone deep into Xue Yantuo, I have already had the intention of death. I only wish to use my body as bait to lead Xue Yantuo into the trap of the Tang army, overthrow his country, destroy the entire army, and eliminate Xue Yantuo for the Tang Dynasty."
The biggest disaster in Northern Xinjiang is my duty as the Chief Protector of the Shanyu Governorate. As long as I achieve it, I will have no regrets even if I die!"
Qibi Heli was horrified and moved.
This, this, this...this is going to be a "dead time"?!
Using himself as bait, knowing full well that Fang Jun had laid a dragnet in Zhao Xincheng, he plunged in without hesitation!
So majestic!
He quickly said: "Why is this? Besides, didn't you say this was Fang Jun's conspiracy? Why did you step in?"
Xiao Siye smiled bitterly and shook his head: "This is of course Fang Jun's trick. The so-called right camp guard ran out of ammunition is nonsense. The reason why I was able to escape from Zhao Xincheng smoothly must be part of Fang Jun's plan. Let me come.
Xue Yantuo, on the one hand, has confirmed my charge of treason, and on the other hand, he can also use my mouth to inform Yi Nan of the fact that Youtun Guards have run out of ammunition. At that time, Yi Nan will expel the Tang Army in order to regain Zhao Xincheng, the last barrier of Yu Dujun Mountain.
After leaving Mobei, the army will definitely come out and rush into the siege of Fang Jun... I can't wait to cut Fang Jun into pieces right now, but if Fang Jun's plan is revealed, Xue Yantuo will be prepared and refuse to enter.
Trap, and even prepared in advance to defeat Youtunwei, did I really become a traitor at first? I am willing to see Fang Jun die, but I will never let the soldiers of Tang Dynasty from Youtunwei be buried with him!"
Qibi Heli exclaimed: "Young master is truly loyal to the emperor and patriotic, and the sages of ancient times are not as good as him!"
Immediately, he ordered people to remove the tea and cakes, and served fine wine and beef. He held a pot and poured wine for Xiao Siye again and again, showing respect in his words.
Xiao Siye drank a glass of wine and said sadly: "What a pity, if it weren't for that evil thief Fang Jun, how could my loyalty be shown in such a 'death-like' way? But it can make Xue Yantuo's hundreds of thousands of troops fight for
I will be buried with you, and if you die, you will die, so that is what you deserve!"
Qibi Heli expressed his admiration and admiration again, and then asked: "Master, aren't you afraid that I have betrayed the Tang Dynasty and surrendered to Xue Yantuo? If so, your words today will not only lead to Fang Jun's plan
It will be completely exposed, and you yourself will die without a burial place!"