Dao Fruit

Di Ai, Zhao Shen, and Zhong Yan were members of the Da Rui mission. They came with the convoy. After several days of trekking and encountering several interceptions, the convoy used more than thirty soldiers and two The casualties of the officials were exchanged for the safe arrival at the bank of Sanshui, where he met the leader of the Sanshui Kingdom, the Great Khan among the people of Sanshui, Ye Balu.

However, what happened afterwards was very different from what the members of the envoy had originally thought. The Lord of Sanshui did not seem to care about Emperor Darui's canonization, and he had no intention of sending troops. When they met, they simply said a few words. He said goodbye to several people on the grounds of feeling unwell.

In the next two days, Sanshui Khan Yebalu summoned Meng Qingbin and others many times, but he was not interested in the alliance with Darui, and even vaguely showed the intention of seeing off the guests. If Meng Qingbin hadn't used words to persuade him, he would have even opened his mouth. No chance to speak out!

Even in the Sanshui main tent, when they met Sanshui Khan, Meng Qingbin and others were laughed at by his subordinates, insulted Dali with words, and saw clearly that Zhongyuan Wuyong was calmly resolved by Meng Qingbin. Not only did he not fall behind, , and even used words to force the other party to express his position, but unfortunately he was defused by a Central Plains slave under Ye Balu.

The so-called Central Plains slaves are naturally the people they captured from the Central Plains territory. They were branded as slaves and inherited from others. They are the private property of the slave owners and have been deprived of their personality, just like livestock.

Some people will be unwilling to accept the fate and resist, even if they die, they will get their lost destiny back. But there are also people who see opportunities in it and are happy with it.

Of course, they may want to be slaves, but they also want their masters to be stronger. Therefore, we offer our suggestions and efforts without sparing any efforts. Waiting for the day when he can follow his master's footsteps of conquest and become the leader of his original tribe and a general among slaves.

"Although He Luolu has a ridiculous name, you can tell from his words and facial expressions at a glance that he is very familiar with me, so he can neutralize Meng Zhengshi's verbal attack."

Zhao Shen said with a look of resentment: "But it's also because of this person that I don't even think about convincing Sanshui Khan. Isn't there a rumor that this King Khan is going to get rid of his name and surrender to Yehu?"

Ye Hu. It is also a title on the grassland. In terms of status, he is lower than the Khan, but he can still lead a party. So Lüruo lowered his title to Ye Hu, which is considered a statement, and there is a meaning in it. Self-explanatory.

These things are difficult to stop, the job is a failure, and all we can strive for is to get rid of the responsibility. "Zhao Shen said earnestly, "There are historians in the mission who can record events. Everything that Meng Zhengshi argued for in the sweat tent was recorded in the book. It is also a good thing to spread the word. Although it has not been completed, the flaws cannot be concealed. At worst, the court will not attack Rouluo, and life will still be able to live, and we will be the same..."

As he spoke, he narrowed his eyes and showed a sneer: "Coming to the grassland, this determination has already reflected your will. You don't have to worry about being criticized when you go back, but you will eventually leave a failure in the history books. On the contrary, Whether it is beautiful or not, you should all know that what kind of results can be obtained by the spirit after death depends entirely on the people in the world. How the world treats us is very important. Even if we enter the underworld, we will be affected. It will not be good for this. It’s hard to bear a name..."

"That's true," Zhong Yan also nodded in agreement, "This time I went north, even if it didn't work out, I still made enough money. I don't have to worry about not having an official position to support me when I go back, but this matter will definitely spread to the people in the future. , if it is performed and sung, it may become a story or drama, which will inevitably give us the label of being unfavorable in our work, and we will be criticized after our death.”

"This is exactly the case. There are many examples of failed missions in history. No matter what achievements those missions made in the end, in the eyes of the people, they were all incompetent. They have been sung for thousands of years and were even regarded as buffoons in plays and slandered in every way. This It's a small matter in the history, but it's a big deal for us and the parties involved. We have to prepare early! Then Qiu Yan is the ideal choice for the shield." When Zhao Shen spoke, he gave people a feeling of sincerity.

In fact, during this period of time, the three of them have been slowly getting closer. After seeing the scene of Qiu Yan's battle, Zhao Zhongyan originally wanted to retreat, but later he came into contact with Di Ai and slowly changed his mind. , the hostility towards Qiu Yan became deeper and deeper, and at this moment, it finally broke out.

Di Ai understood what he meant when he heard this, smiled slightly, and said: "To avoid this situation, we must try to portray us as people who never give up in adversity, and turn Qiu Yan into a person who loses a lot due to small things." The reason is that he is afraid of the enemy and flees. It is still difficult for us to go up against the wind, but the nature of the whole thing has changed. "

"That's right!" Zhao Shen nodded heavily, "However, if you want to get this thing done, the help of two people is indispensable."

"Who?" Zhong Yan asked.

"Then one of them is naturally the envoy of the envoy, Lord Meng Qingbin. As for the other one..."

Zhong Yan asked first: "But what about the historian accompanying the regiment?"

Zhao Shen shook his head, and Di Ai beside him was also thinking, but he was not guessing about the candidates, but considering whether Zhao Shen's plan was feasible.

"Qiu Yan's reputation is growing day by day. He talks about Taoism and is a scholar. Even the master of Jiuyun Zhai is no match for him. However, he has magical powers. After all, it is the emperor's heartache. However, his cultivation is amazing. We can't really break up with him. This will save him endless troubles. , I just need to make him lose his official position, but I can’t let him know that I am plotting against him! Therefore, I need to use others..."

Noticing Zhao Shen's gaze, Di Ai shook his head slightly: "Brother Zhao, let's just tell him who it is."

Zhao Can took a deep breath and felt that the atmosphere was in control, so he said: "This person is that Pang..."

Hula!

He was interrupted before he could finish his words. It turned out that Pang Qianru, who was dressed in military uniform, lifted the door curtain and walked in. The two guards at the door turned a blind eye to Pang Qianru's actions and let her go in and out.

When she came in, she smiled and said: "Why, I heard you guys plotting to harm Qiu Yan from a distance. Listen to my advice, don't provoke him, otherwise you will be unlucky, and the tragic end will be beyond your expectations."

When these words were said, the people in the tent all changed color. The reason why they dared to speak like this was because they were in the Hu tribe. Most of the guards did not know the language of the Central Plains, and it was even more difficult to hear the words clearly. But Pang Qianru was not ordinary. She was born in the Central Plains military strategist, had cultivation, and had clear ears and eyes. With concentration, she could hear clearly from a few feet away.

"What? Miss Pang is not in love with Prince Sanshui, why did she come here to speak for Qiu Yan? When did she become so close to Qiu Yan?" After being surprised, Di Ai was the first to come to his senses, and spoke casually.

They met Pang Qianru two days after entering the desert. The convoy was surrounded by a group of horse thieves. The situation was critical. Pang Qianru was like a god descending from the sky. In a few jumps, she caught the leader of the horse thieves and dispersed the cavalry.

Afterwards, they traveled together all the way to Sanshui Buluo. The people in the delegation were either under house arrest or separated, and they were all guarded by the Sanshui people. Only Pang Qianru, because of her beautiful appearance and heroic spirit, attracted the eldest prince of Sanshui, Sugai, and was not subject to too many restrictions.

After hearing what Di Ai said, Pang Qianru tasted the sarcasm in it, but she was not annoyed. She shook her head and said, "Don't make it sound like I'm selling my body. The reason why I went hunting with Na Sugai twice was actually to help you get some information."

"Get information?" Di Ai's expression moved, "I missed you, and I apologize here first. I wonder if you have found out anything?"

Pang Qianru did not answer immediately, but looked Di Ai up and down. The latter was calm. After a while, Pang Qianru smiled and said, "Good Lord Di, you are so thick-skinned. It would be strange if you can't rise to the top in the future. Well, I won't beat around the bush with you. I just said that you want to frame Qiu Yan and you are courting death. It's not alarmist, nor do I have any private relationship with him. It's really a good intention, but I also said something wrong."

"What did I say wrong?" Zhao Can and Zhong Yan also stepped forward and asked at this time.

Pang Qianru glanced at the two of them and said with a smile: "I miscalculated your days. You will not be able to wait until you return to the Central Plains to bear the consequences of framing Qiu Yan. You will soon be buried here. That Subu has sent people to inform the Rouluo people to report everything about the Da Rui delegation, and plans to lead troops to capture you and hand you over to Rouluo. Do you think you will still be able to survive? Not to mention framing Qiu Yan."

"What? You want to capture us and hand us over to Rouluo?"

Zhao Can and others were shocked.

Pang Qianru continued, "However, this also has its advantages. At least you don't have to worry about your reputation after death. You will all become loyal ministers praised by the people of the Central Plains, just like Su Gong of the Great Yan Dynasty, whose name will be passed down through the ages! Speaking of which, Su Gong, who was sent as an envoy to the Xiongbei, seemed to be grazing nearby. I wonder if we can find some traces of him."

After these words came out, the remaining three looked at each other in silence. After a long while, Di Ai asked solemnly, "Are you serious, Miss Pang?"

"Why would I lie to you for no reason?" Pang Qianru said, turning around and walking towards the curtain door, "I have said everything I should say. You can decide for yourself."

"Wait a minute!" Di Ai said He called her, "Miss, you didn't come here just to tell me these things, or to scare me. Di, please do me a favor."

"Oh?" Pang Qianru turned around and looked at her, "What favor?"

"There are many people in the Sanshui tribe, and there are also many soldiers. With the soldiers of the envoys, they can't get out at all. The only way now is to burn the boats. I'll write a letter, please pass it to Envoy Meng!"

After he finished speaking, he took out a pen and paper from his bag, wrote a letter, handed it to Pang Qianru, and said to Zhao Can and Zhong Yan, "Whether we live or die, whether we return with honor or die with a good reputation, it all depends on this one move." There was a sense of calmness and composure in his words.

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