King of Song

Chapter 56

Tian'an Festival, the birthday of the Lord of Liao, is a major festival in Liao.Celebrations are essential, like horse racing!

Khitan is a nation on horseback, survival skills cannot be lost, and it is also to ensure the continuation of the spirit of martial arts.It's just that the trend of Sinicization of the comfort of real life cannot be stopped, and it even intensifies!

Not only the Khitan people, but also all tribes in the Liao Kingdom, as well as envoys from various countries were invited.In the past, Song envoys did not often participate in similar activities, and at most they only sent a few school soldiers to meet the occasion.But this year is a little different. The Song envoy Lin Zhao was personally invited by Liao Crown Prince Yelujun to race horses!

Not agreeing seems a bit impolite, and it's a bit difficult. Even a doll in his early teens has participated. Does Lin Zhao, who is seventeen or eighteen, have the nerve to shirk?What's more, people keep emphasizing the six Confucian arts, and the art of archery is a compulsory course for Confucian students!
"Dongyang, do you really want to compete?" Zhang Zongyi was full of worry and frowned.

Lin Zhaodao: "Before, I underestimated the young prince of the Liao Kingdom. This guy ran on with words. He had no choice but to bite the bullet."

Zeng Gong asked: "How is your horsemanship? Can you do it?"

"I have learned it, but it's just so-so. It's no problem to run for a while!" Lin Zhao answered truthfully.

"If I lose, will it..." Zhang Zongyi was thinking, if he lost, would it damage Song's dignity...

Lin Zhao said with a smile, "I may not necessarily lose, I will try my best..."

"Be careful, safety is the most important thing." Zeng Gong did not forget to ask!
"It's okay, it's just a little bit of a ride, I really want to feel it!" Lin Zhao said lightly, but the pressure was not small.

While talking, I saw a large group of people appearing in the Nabo from a distance, and they seemed to be participating in the horse race.The hustle and bustle of life, coupled with the neighing of horses, made some noise in the bustle.

This year's horse race was extremely lively, the autumn scenery was just right by the Liao River, and there were many nobles from the Liao Kingdom participating, such as Crown Prince Yelu Jun, King Yelu Zhao San of the Northern Court, etc. all participated.

What is even more surprising is that a group of aristocratic women from the Liao Kingdom will also participate in the competition. The most incredible thing is that the Queen Xiao Guanyin took the third princess Yelu Tri to participate!Although they are all court ladies, they are nomads after all, so riding a horse is naturally a no-brainer.

Ever since Empress Dowager Chengtian's meeting with Xiao Chuo, there have been special female soldiers in the Liao Palace Guards as guards, and there are hunting activities in their free time, it can be said that women do not give up to men.

Lin Zhao was talking with Zeng Gong and others when Yelu Jun rode over.Not to mention, although he is young and immature, he looks a bit dignified on horseback, and with the horse under his crotch, he looks even more mighty.

This prince is really versatile in both civil and military affairs. If he really grows up, he might be a hero of the next generation when he ascends the throne as emperor!Fortunately, he will be framed by Yelu Yixin and die young, otherwise it may be a disaster for Da Song!I just don't know whether history must develop according to the original track?Will there be variables?
Yelujun said: "Lin Zhao, this white dragon is the best horse in my Daliao. It is not much different from the lonely Feiyun colt, so I gave it to you to show fairness."

A pure white horse was right in front of him. Although Lin Zhao didn't know how to judge horses, he felt that he was unmistakable. It was indeed a famous horse.Bailong... Even the name is so appropriate that people can't help but think of the little Bailong in Journey to the West.But the one riding the white horse is definitely not Tang Seng, but a handsome Prince Charming...Young Master...

Lin Zhao said with a smile, "That would be disrespectful, thank you, Your Highness the Crown Prince!"

"You're welcome, a good horse is allocated to you, show yourself well! This time, the queen mother led the female palace guards to participate, no matter how bad it is, don't lose to them!" Yelujun rode on the horse, with an immature but mature face It was full of pride and disdain.He decided that Song Envoy would definitely lose in this martial arts horse race, so he had a sense of superiority, and he somehow regained some face!

See also Xiao Guanyin and that little princess?The women on the prairie are indeed heroic and heroic. Compared with the ladies and xiaojiabiyu in the Central Plains, they are completely different!
Lin Zhao smiled lightly, got on the horse, and said with a smile, "His Royal Highness is so kind, I accept it, thank you!"

Bailong is very well-behaved, presumably well-trained.Fortunately, I have never forgotten the equestrian skills back then. Pulling the saddle and pedaling, and controlling the reins are all very smooth, but I don’t know how to run?
Sitting on the horseback, the vision is much higher. Not far away, I saw a field of Yingying and Yanyan. Many women laughed and laughed at Yanyan. It was obvious that this was a group of women's soldiers.Lin Zhao looked around, and suddenly saw a familiar figure...

In the crowd, isn't the woman in brocade clothes on the horseback the beautiful figure from that night?With a familiar face and a charming and outstanding demeanor, she is undoubtedly... In the past and present, she was destined to be with her!But who is this young woman in her 20s?

At this moment, Lin Zhao saw the little princess Yelu Tri running towards her, and was put on the horse by a beautiful young woman, and she was hugged in her arms very affectionately and affectionately!
Lin Zhao couldn't help being startled, several key information quickly integrated in his mind, and suddenly his heart moved, is she Xiao Guanyin?Elegant and luxurious, with both talent and appearance, there seems to be a trace of lingering sadness in his eyes.The age and demeanor are completely in line, who else would it be if it wasn't Xiao Guanyin?

In an instant, Lin Zhao seemed to have thought through a lot of things, maybe this is God's will in the dark.No wonder my ex-girlfriend likes her so much. She lamented Xiao Guanyin's experience. She never expected such a fate connection. The world is really amazing!

Lin Zhao smiled lightly, a bit bitterly!In fact, if you think about it carefully, what you care about in your heart is only your girlfriend from the previous life, and this one in front of you is the queen of the Liao Kingdom, how can you think so unreasonably?
Immediately, Lin Zhao thought of the previous couplets again, maybe he just lamented the resentment of the loneliness of the spring girl and the old beauty.But at this moment, when I saw that face, I felt a strange feeling in my heart, and I couldn't explain it for a while...

Lin Zhao was looking at Xiao Guanyin, so why wasn't Xiao Guanyin looking at him?Is this handsome young man in front of you an eloquent and eloquent envoy;Vaguely, it seems that he can barely be called a bosom friend, no matter what, he is the only one who knows the resentment and depression in his heart...

"Mother, what are you looking at?" Yelutri sat in his arms, asked with his face up, followed his mother's gaze, and couldn't help giggling: "Mother, that is Lin Zhao, the envoy of the Song Dynasty. He was right, my brother will race horses with him later..."

"Horse racing?" Xiao Guanyin responded, and said softly; "We're going too..."

"Oh, good!" Yelu Tri was full of joy, and wanted to follow to find out!
Seeing his mother staring at him from a distance, Yelujun thought it was because his mother cared about him. After waving his hand, he called Lin Zhao to prepare to set off together!
Zhang Zongyi and Zeng Gong did not forget to give a few more words of advice, and at the same time sent Su An and a few soldiers who were good at riding horses to follow them in case there was any unexpected situation on the road.

In fact, this worry is completely superfluous. The so-called horse racing is just going to a mountain thirty miles away in Nabo, and then turning the horse's head back.Just in time for the banquet in the evening, the winner of the horse race will also be rewarded by the Lord of Liao.In addition to being accompanied by soldiers along the way, there will be soldiers stationed and guided at some key intersections.Especially when passing through several woods on the way, there are soldiers stationed in advance to search to ensure safety...

Afterwards, hundreds of riders gathered at the gate of Nabo, and Lin Zhao also saw Libo in the crowd, and the Wanyan Department also joined in the fun?I just said hello from a distance, and didn't have a chance to talk.

After the sound of the gong, hundreds of horsemen rushed out in an instant, and the scene was quite spectacular.Yelujun and Lin Zhao were at the front of the line. Xiao Guanyin may have cared about his son, or some other motives, so he also rode his horse and followed.

Everyone had already heard about the horse race between the crown prince and the envoy of Song Dynasty, so they all lowered their speed wisely and fell far behind, so as not to spoil their interest.It's just that it made things difficult for the personal guards of the Pi Shijun, and they just ran desperately, following closely beside the prince and queen, lest something might go wrong!
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"The horse racing team has already started, have you arranged it?" Yeluji asked softly.

"My lord personally arranged it myself, I'm only worried about... my uncle's side..." The one who spoke was the brave general Yelu Naya who was scolded by Yelu Yixin for sending troops to the south in the morning!

"It shouldn't be a big problem..." Yeluji was actually a little confused about what to do!

"That's right, Yelu Hongji and Yelu Yixin are really useless. They were so humiliated by that brat in the Song Dynasty today, and they didn't care. I'm just telling the truth, but it's a shame to be scolded by Yelu Yixin like that..." Yelu That also seems to be deeply ashamed, and the expression of resentment is hard to let go!

"Don't worry about the little general,"

Yeluzhi said softly: "Uncle Ling is the king of the North Courtyard, and he has a lot of soldiers in his hands. If he can take over the throne, Daliao will definitely be able to feel proud and dominate the world! The old prince didn't tell you, when the time comes, the little general may be the emperor. Prince, just lead the army south!"

Crown Prince... these words are especially useful in Yeluna's heart, not to mention how attractive they are, and then whispered: "But what if my uncle doesn't agree?"

Yeluji said: "Isn't it possible? Uncle Ling is a key person. Only his prestige and status can bring people to revive Daliao... The young general is so sensible, I think the old prince will not... But if the young general If we go to comfort together, together with the boss, we will be able to succeed immediately..."

"Alright, then I'll go there! I'll leave this to you!"

Yeluji nodded and said: "Go, as long as there is a move over there, the Pishi army is mobilized, and the Changning Palace army can control the whole situation. I will go find Di Lie!"

"Unexpectedly, the prince and queen also went to participate in the horse race, which saved a lot of trouble, and the Pishi army couldn't move. It really helped me! Let's split up and fight for a hit!" Yeluna also finished speaking, Don't forget to add: "Well, by the way, be careful of Yelu Yixin, this person is full of tricks, so we have to guard against him!"

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Yelv Yixin did not go to participate in the horse race, but stayed to organize and arrange many things, such as the evening banquet.In addition, Liao Lord's birthday celebration in the morning was a bit depressed, so it is natural to give more comfort!Lord Liao's temper is really bad, and it took a lot of effort to calm down...

As soon as he walked out of the king's tent, a confidant came and whispered something in his ear.Yelu Yixin listened, a satisfied smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, everyone took the lead!good……

(End of this chapter)