Xianxia version of Water Margin

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"Right Commander, wait."

When Yelu Yudu heard someone calling him, he was eager to leave this place of trouble and stopped.

Looking back to the past, before the Liao Dynasty sank into the dust of history, he, Yelu Yudu, was the general of the Left Jinwu Guard of the Liao Dynasty, the commander of the Eastern Route, and a brave warrior famous all over the world.

Such a man should have galloped on the battlefield, died on horseback, and left his name in history.

But he never expected that the wheel of fate would push him to another world.

Yelu Yanxi, the greatest tyrant in the history, was soft-hearted and believed in slander, especially Xiao Fengxian's false accusation that Yelu Yudu colluded with his son-in-law Xiao Yu to support Jin Wang Yelu Aolu'o, which made him furious. Without asking any questions, he ordered the execution of Concubine Wen Xiao Sese and Xiao Yu, and even killed Xiao Yu, pointing the finger at Yelu Yudu.

Yelu Yudu was loyal to the Liao Kingdom and never had any intention of betrayal. He was only willing to train elite soldiers for the Liao Kingdom and plan strategies to resist the increasingly powerful Jin army.

But Yelu Yanxi forced him to rebel.

Faced with the corruption and ruthlessness of the Liao Kingdom, Yelu Yanxi really had no choice but to lead those clansmen and tribesmen who were still loyal to him to surrender to the Jin Kingdom in order to survive and revenge.

Wanyan Aguda, who was known for his kindness, had a heart as broad as the sea. Not only did he not have the slightest suspicion of Yelu Yudu's surrender, but he personally met him and treated him with the most sincere enthusiasm.

"Come on, come on, please sit down and drink this cup with me."

Wanyan Aguda's words were as warm as spring, making Yelu Yudu feel unprecedented respect and trust.

Wanyan Aguda also promised that as long as Yelu Yudu could make achievements for the Jin Kingdom, he would be rewarded and reused.

The welcoming banquet that followed was magnificent and lively, and Wanyan Aguda entertained Yelu Yudu with the highest level of courtesy.

What was even more touching was that Wanyan Aguda allowed Yelu Yudu to continue to lead his troops in his original position.

This trust and reuse made Yelu Yudu feel endless gratitude and loyalty.

Out of deep hatred for the Liao Kingdom, Yelu Yudu revealed the strengths and weaknesses of the Liao Kingdom to Wanyan Aguda without reservation, which strengthened the determination of the Jin Kingdom to overthrow the rule of the Liao Kingdom.

Yelu Yudu even personally took up arms and served as a pioneer to conquer Liaozhongjing for the Jin Kingdom. He then fought in the south and the north and made great military achievements for the unification of the Jin Kingdom.

For a time, Yelu Yudu seemed to have become a capable general of the Jin Kingdom, vowing to seek justice for his humiliation and the sacrifice of his relatives.

However, things are unpredictable, and Yelu Yudu's road to revenge was not as smooth as he wished.

Wanyan Aguda died suddenly after being defeated by Jiang Hongfei.

The Liao Dynasty also went to extinction under the attack of Yuan and Jin.

Yelu Yanxi, the tyrant who once made Yelu Yudu hate him, eventually became a prisoner. His concubines and daughters were all taken away, and he got the retribution he deserved.

But Yelu Yudu felt unprecedented emptiness and confusion, because he found that he had lost the goal he was fighting for.

What's more serious is that the throne of the Jin Dynasty changed, and the new emperor Wanyan Wuqimai ascended the throne. He was suspicious and wary of surrendered generals like Yelu Yudu.

Moreover, in the eyes of many high-level officials of the Jin Dynasty, Yelu Yudu was always an existence that could not be fully trusted.

- In fact, even when Wanyan Aguda was alive, he had detained Yelu Yudu's family as hostages at the suggestion of the Jurchen generals, just in case.

There is no way, there are really few monarchs who will fully trust a surrendered person.

Yelu Yudu knew that his situation was delicate and dangerous, but he did not feel resentment or betrayal.

Yelu Yudu did not betray the Jin Dynasty because of this. He remained loyal to the Jin Dynasty and fulfilled his mission with due diligence.

Because at that time, although Wanyan Aguda suspected him, Wanyan Aguda was still wise and knew that he had nowhere to go and could only live in the Jin Dynasty until his death.

Yelu Yudu was not aimless.

Before Wanyan Aguda died, Yelu Yudu's general Yelu Ma falsely accused him of treason due to personal grudges, making his situation precarious.

The Jurchen generals also took the opportunity to fan the flames and demanded severe punishment for Yelu Yudu.

Faced with this sudden crisis, Wanyan Aguda showed his wisdom and courage as a great leader.

He did not believe in slander, but summoned Khitan generals such as Yelu Yudu and asked them in a frank manner whether they really had the intention of rebellion.

After learning that all this was a misunderstanding, Wanyan Aguda not only did not punish Yelu Yudu and others, but instead strengthened his trust and reuse of them.

This move not only made Yelu Yudu and others grateful, but also made the Jin soldiers admire Wanyan Aguda's wise decision.

In the end, Wanyan Aguda only beat the more cunning Tula with 70 sticks, and released all the others.

If Wanyan Aguda were still alive, Yelu Yudu might have always been loyal to the Jin Dynasty without any second thoughts.

However, things are unpredictable. Wanyan Aguda suddenly passed away, and the power of the Jin Dynasty was handed over to Wanyan Wuqimai, who had a grudge against Yelu Yudu. In addition, the crown prince Wanyan Xieye was also suspicious of Yelu Yudu.

For a while, Yelu Yudu fell into an unprecedented dilemma.

Fortunately, the Jin Dynasty was in a turbulent time. The Yuan Empire was eyeing it covetously, so it was urgent to consolidate its border defenses. Inside, there were arrogant and fierce generals like Wanyan Zonghan, who were unruly and needed to be balanced by military force.

As the leader of the Khitan people in the Jin Dynasty, Yelu Yudu's stay or departure affected the nerves of the entire Khitan ethnic group.

Wanyan Wuqimai was well aware of this. He considered the chain reaction that might be triggered by moving Yelu Yudu and the need to maintain domestic stability, so he temporarily kept his troops in place.

Yelu Yudu was no ordinary person. He had a keen insight into the current situation and took the initiative to resign. He handed over the military power to his son Yelu Angge on the grounds of old age and frailty, and retired to the capital, living a seemingly idle life.

——This move was actually Yelu Yudu placing himself under the surveillance of the Jin monarch and ministers to show his loyalty and reduce suspicion.

However, once the wall of trust began to crack, it would be difficult to recover.

Although Yelu Yudu was calm on the surface, he was always suffering from suspicion in his heart.

Under no circumstances, Yelu Yudu had to entertain himself with wine and sex, distance himself from the government, and avoid contact with any powerful people who might cause controversy, in order to cover up his inner struggle and anxiety.

Although the Jin high-level officials saw that Yelu Yudu was decadent, they still did not dare to take it lightly.

The suspicion and precautions of both sides were like an invisible shackle that bound each other.

Even though time passed, Wanyan Wuqimai and Wanyan Xie passed away one after another, and the new emperor of the Jin Dynasty, Wanyan Tan, ascended the throne. The government was presided over by Wanyan Zongpan, Wanyan Zonggan, Wanyan Zongjun and others, and the environment in which Yelu Yudu lived did not improve.

Yelu Yudu knew that in the eyes of the Jin Dynasty's high-level officials, he was always the foreign general who needed to be guarded against.

This profound understanding made Yelu Yudu feel more lonely and helpless besides living a life of drunkenness and dreams.

However, in order to survive, Yelu Yudu had to continue to indulge in wine and singing every day, not asking about any state affairs, not making friends with any dignitaries, and paralyzing the high-level officials of the Jin Dynasty.

Yelu Yudu really didn't expect that after he had done this, Yuwen Xuzhong actually found him and wanted to drink with him.

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In a quaint and warm tavern, the flickering candlelight reflected two faces with their own thoughts.

Yelu Yudu sat at the table, looking at the smiling Yuwen Xuzhong opposite with a complicated look. He secretly calculated in his heart that although Yuwen Xuzhong's invitation to him to drink together seemed ordinary, as a close and important official of Wanyan Zonggan and Wanyan Tan, this trip must not be without purpose.

Yelu Yudu was secretly alert and determined to stay sober in this sudden gathering and never step into any political whirlpool easily.

Yelu Yudu knew that in this precarious Jin Dynasty, every step must be cautious. Although he had no intention of getting involved in high-level disputes, he had to protect himself.

To be honest, facing Yuwen Xuzhong's enthusiastic invitation, although Yelu Yudu was reluctant, he also understood the possible consequences of refusing.

You know, if the powerful Yuwen Xuzhong was dissatisfied, just one word could make him in a worrying situation.

So, Yelu Yudu decided to put down his guard for the time being, treat him with courtesy, and wait and see.

As the aroma of wine became stronger, the atmosphere between the two gradually became relaxed.

Yuwen Xuzhong was talking and laughing, and the topics ranged from poetry and songs to Buddhist philosophy and insignificant current affairs commentary, without touching on any sensitive areas.

Yelu Yudu was gradually moved by this sincerity, and his guard also dissipated. He began to realize that perhaps Yuwen Xuzhong really just wanted to become his confidant because they were both surrendered generals, and he did not have any ulterior motives.

After several rounds of drinking, the two were already slightly drunk.

Yuwen Xuzhong suddenly stood up, took off a beautifully carved jade pendant from his waist, handed it to Yelu Yudu, and said earnestly: "The general is brave and unparalleled, this thing should belong to the hero. If the general refuses, it means that he regards me as a stranger."

Seeing this, Yelu Yudu could not refuse the kindness, so he had to accept this heavy gift.

However, it is easy to receive a gift but difficult to return a gift. Yelu Yudu had never expected such a change, and he had nothing to give back.

Just when Yelu Yudu was in a dilemma, he caught a glimpse of the golden sword that had been hanging on his waist for many years.

This golden sword was not only a testimony of his battles on the battlefield, but also contained the glory and inheritance of his family.

After some consideration, Yelu Yudu decided to give it to Yuwen Xuzhong to show his sincerity.

Yuwen Xuzhong accepted it with pleasure and wore the golden sword on his body without any hesitation.

The friendship between the two seemed to be sublimated at this moment.

This wine was also the most enjoyable one that Yelu Yudu had drunk in recent years. He and Yuwen Xuzhong felt that they had met too late.

It was late at night. Yelu Yudu said goodbye to Yuwen Xuzhong in a drunken haze, then staggered into the house and fell into a deep dream.

However, Yelu Yudu never thought that Yuwen Xuzhong's figure did not disappear with the night, but quietly carried out his plan in the shadows of the street corner.

Yuwen Xuzhong touched his throat with two fingers and vomited all the wine in his stomach, his eyes flashing with unknown determination and calculation.

He quickly took off Yelu Yudu's golden knife and handed it to He Dongqia, a trusted soldier of Yelu Yudu who he had bribed long ago.

He Dongqia took the golden knife, a trace of determination flashed in his eyes, and then disappeared into the night.

Yuwen Xuzhong's target was not Yelu Yudu from beginning to end, but Yelu Angge, who led 50,000 Khitan elites to reinforce Panjin.

Yelu Angge was young and ambitious. He led the army and rushed to Panjin, ready to fight a war to defend his country.

But on the way, He Dongqia hurriedly caught up with him, and he brought a handwritten letter from "Yelu Yudu".

"You and I, father and son, originally wanted to avoid disaster from the Jurchens, but we didn't expect that their hearts were so narrow-minded that they wanted to get rid of my father and son. My father has already pledged his body as a pledge and is only dying. Today, the heavenly troops of the Great Yuan Dynasty are approaching, and the Kingdom of Jin is about to perish. It is I who When the Khitan clan takes revenge, if my son cherishes the love between his father and his son, he should take Panjin as a way to advance in life, so as not to worry his father."

These words caused ripples in Yelu Ange's heart. Every word in the content was the deep affection and helplessness of father and son, and was an indictment of the Jin Kingdom's narrow-mindedness and betrayal.

Yelu Ange looked at the golden knife in He Dongcha's hand. The familiar and heavy metallic luster forced him to face this sudden order.

Yelu Ange knew that this was not only his father's expectation, but also a turning point in the family's destiny.

The suspicion and wariness of the Jin State towards them had already made them, the Khitans, tired of it.

Coupled with the understanding and yearning for the Yuan Empire - in the Yuan Empire, the Khitan people can be respected and reused, and there is the stability and prosperity they long for.

Yelu Ange began to waver, and his inner balance gradually tilted towards Yu Wenxuzhong's plan.

Yelu Ange recalled many secret conversations with his father. Those ideas and visions about joining Dayuan now seemed to be the only feasible path in front of him.

What's more, Yelu Ange had witnessed with his own eyes the oppression and exploitation of the Khitan people by the Jin State, and the suffering and struggle of the Khitan people. He felt that he could not let this situation continue and that he had to fight for the future of the Khitan people.

So Yelu Ange made up his mind.

Yelu Ange quickly gathered his troops and marched towards Panjin as quickly as possible.

Along the way, Yelu Ange continued to instill the belief in revenge and the yearning for the Yuan Empire into the soldiers, inspiring their fighting spirit and passion.

When they finally arrived at the foot of Panjin City, Yelu Ange raised his saber high and let out an earth-shattering cry: "The Jurchen dogs destroyed our country in the Liao Dynasty. Now the heavenly soldiers of the Great Yuan Dynasty are coming to suppress us. It is the time for our people in the Liao Dynasty to take revenge! Then!" I will kill all the Jurchen dogs!”

This cry was like spring thunder, instantly igniting the anger and courage in the hearts of the Khitan army. They killed all the Jin troops who came to meet them, and then poured into Panjin City like a tide, and started a fierce fight with the Jin troops defending the city.

Yelu Ange took the lead, his figure shuttled freely among the lights and shadows of swords, and each sword contained the flame of revenge and the desire for the future.

At the same time, Yue Fei, who had already received the intelligence and was well prepared, saw that the rear of Panjin City was in chaos, and decisively ordered: "Pass my order, and the entire army will storm Panjin City! We must capture this city in one fell swoop!"

As Yue Fei's order was issued, the Yuan army rushed towards Panjin City like a scourge.

Soon, the neighing of war horses and the shouts of soldiers echoed over Panjin City, and the air was filled with a strong smell of blood...

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