The Favoured Medical Princess: 794 alienation

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On the twenty-ninth day of the twelfth lunar month, the wind was howling, and the sky was covered with clouds in the early morning. Tens of thousands of troops followed a silver-white banner and approached Wenxicheng in front.

As the neat footsteps and the sound of horse hooves trampled heavily on the ground, the ground trembled slightly wherever they passed, and smoke and dust billowed up, like a large continuous dark cloud amid the rumbling thunder. Bravely pressing the border, getting closer and closer to the city wall and city gate...

"Da da da..."

The heartbeats of the soldiers found the same rhythm and pace with the rumbling footsteps. Each soldier looked at the front with a cold face, and the chilling air released from his body increased step by step with each step. The smell is getting thicker and thicker, as if the tens of thousands of cold-light gleaming blades have been half unsheathed. Just waiting for the commander's command to attack the city, these swords will be unsheathed and pointed directly at the enemy's head, sacrificing the flag with blood...

"Rumble..."

Suddenly, a heavy abnormal sound came from the front, and it became increasingly clear. The soldiers behind the phalanx did not know what had happened, but the soldiers in the vanguard could clearly see it.

Ahead, about two hundred feet away, the gate of Wenxicheng was slowly opened from the inside with a heavy and rough sound...

The two armies were fighting. Naturally, the city gates were opened in order to leave the city and fight with the opponent. However, the strange thing was that the enemy did not sound a trumpet or a drum.

There was silence at first, and then thousands of Xiye soldiers in armor poured out of the city like a flood, well-trained and formed a huge square formation in front of the city gate. The team was neat and solemn. , facing directly the tens of thousands of troops coming towards the city gate.

At this time, the silver-white flag with the word "官" embroidered on it had reached a hundred feet away, and then the tens of thousands of southern Xinjiang troops suddenly stopped, and the soldiers remained motionless.

This seemed to be a signal. The next moment, there was movement in the phalanx at the city gate——

First, a middle-aged soldier wearing bronze armor standing at the front dropped the scabbard in his hand, and the other soldiers of the Western Night Army behind him also released their hands holding weapons.

"Pa bang bang..."

Those scabbards, spears, bows and arrows, shields... all the weapons fell to the ground like rain. Various sounds came and went, and the buzzing metal sound echoed for a long time.

Then, all the thousands of soldiers were short, and all the Xiye people, including the leading middle-aged soldier, knelt on the ground and laid their faces on the ground humbly.

There was silence all around.

This scene was so spectacular, it felt like a hammer hitting the heart so hard that even the people who saw it couldn't make a sound.

After that, there was silence for hundreds of feet, as if even the wind had stopped at this moment.

From the beginning to the end, these Xiye people who came out of Wen Xicheng didn't say a word, but silently showed their attitude with their actions.

So, from the moment the city gate was opened, there was no sound of trumpets or drums.

These Xiye people surrendered without a fight!

All the officers and soldiers of the Southern Xinjiang Army understood this and had an indescribable feeling in their hearts.

The two sides faced off silently in the morning light. At this moment, time seemed to have stopped...

Until bursts of loud eagle cries sounded from above, two eagles, one gray and one white, circled and played in the sky. They seemed to have no idea what was happening below and were having a great time.

After a moment, the formation of the Southern Xinjiang Army separated automatically, and a baby-faced young man walked out of it. He rode his horse slowly towards the Xiye people's phalanx and stopped a few dozen feet away.

The baby-faced young man looked down from his tall horse at the middle-aged soldier crawling at the front of the phalanx, and asked loudly: "Who are you?!"

The middle-aged soldier finally raised his head, and saw that his square, red face had some yellow sand on his forehead and hair, making his originally majestic face look a little embarrassed.

The middle-aged soldier raised his voice and replied: "My lord, I am Menkel, the leader of the Gu tribe in Xiyemen. I have heard about the fame of the young general and have admired him for a long time, but I have never had the opportunity to meet him. . I never expected that nine years later, I would be lucky enough to meet the young general in Wenxicheng here. We, Menkel, are willing to lead the entire city’s soldiers and people to surrender to the young general.”

Of course, what the middle-aged soldier refers to as Guan Shaojun is Guan Yubai.

As this person's words rang out, two people and two horses came out from behind. Walking in front was a strong white horse. On the white horse was a gentle young man wearing a moon-white cloak. Compared with the tens of thousands of people around him who were wearing armor, Among the soldiers with cold faces, he looked so abrupt and eye-catching with his elegant smile, as if he stood out from the crowd, unconsciously attracting everyone's attention, naturally including Menkel.

Menkel's pupils shrank, and he stared at the gentle man on the white horse with a burning gaze, unblinking, his eyes so hot, as if he already knew the other person's identity.

Guanyu Bai rode his horse to Fu Yunhe's side, looked at Menkel and said, "You said you want to surrender and dedicate the city to our army?"

"Young General... no, Lord Marquis." Menkel thought of something and hurriedly changed his words, "I have heard for a long time that Lord Marquis is not only brave and good at fighting, but also righteous and benevolent. He is not like the arrogant and warlike King of the West Night. In order to satisfy his ambition, he constantly recruited men and food from our tribe, so that our tribe has withered away... In recent years, our Mengu tribe has only a few men. In addition to the soldiers guarding the city, most of them are old and weak. Women and children..."

As he spoke, Menkel’s face showed both indignation and a hint of helpless desolation. He once again lay respectfully on the ground and said, "Master Marquis, our clan is willing to sincerely offer the city."

After finishing speaking, the surroundings fell silent again. Suddenly, a gust of cold wind suddenly blew through, blowing up the yellow sand and dead branches and leaves all over the sky, making a rustling sound.

Guan Yubai glanced at the thousands of prostrate Xiye people and said slowly: "Those who surrender will not be killed."

The tense atmosphere nearby seemed to suddenly relax with the words of these four words. Menkel raised his head again happily and said loudly: "Thank you, Mr. Marquis!"

Immediately afterwards, thousands of Xiye soldiers behind him also shouted in unison: "Thank you, Lord Marquis!"

Thousands of shouts overlapped and shot straight into the sky. It seemed that even the dark clouds in the sky had dissipated a little, and the golden dawn shone through the clouds...

Guan Yubai looked at Menkel with a smile and said unhurriedly: "Chief Menkel, next, our army will take over the defense of Wenxicheng."

"That's natural!" Menkel agreed without objection, "All the soldiers in our city fully cooperate with the Marquis's instructions."

Next, there was a commotion near the city gate. The soldiers of the Southern Xinjiang Army split up, some were responsible for disarming, some were responsible for taking over the city defense, and some were divided into several small teams and began to explore and patrol around the city...

After explaining the trivial matters, Guan Yubai, Fu Yunhe and the others were welcomed into the patriarch's mansion in the center of the city by Namen Keer, and were worshiped as honored guests.

When everyone sat down in the main hall, Menkel quickly ordered his servants to serve tea, and the aroma of tea soon filled the huge hall.

Menkel said diligently: "Master Hou, we Xiye people love tea. This is my best Fu tea in Xiye. The older it gets, the more fragrant it becomes. Although it is not as good as Longjing and Biluochun in the Central Plains, it still has its unique mellow aroma. , please give it a try."

The bright red tea soup has no impurities and exudes an elegant and mellow fragrance.

After Guan Yubai took a sip of hot tea, he praised: "Good tea, thick but not greasy, with a sweet aftertaste."

"Master Hou really understands tea..."

As soon as Menkel saw Guan Yu Bai Hao Tea, he talked to him about tea in detail. For a while, the atmosphere in the hall seemed to become more harmonious with the tea fragrance...

After a while, after Guan Yubai put down the tea cup, he changed the topic and said to Menkel: "Clan Chief Menkel, can I borrow the map of the clan leader?"

The official language was polite, but in fact it did not give Menkel any room to refuse. Since Menkel had surrendered, it was natural for him to hand over the map.

"Please wait a moment, Lord Marquis." Menkel agreed readily and immediately ordered someone to bring a map and lay it out on the major case in the main hall.

The three people in the hall stood around the map. Guan Yubai quickly glanced at the map, with a faint smile on his lips, and praised: "Chief Menkel, your map is very useful for the surrounding area. The markings are much more detailed than what I got from the southern border."

Menkel smiled and said: "Master Hou, that is natural. Our Mengu tribe has been stationed in this area for hundreds of years. This Xizhong Basin is our tribe's homeland. It is naturally better than the maps drawn by other tribes. To be more detailed, this is the result of hundreds of years of hard work of our Mengu clan!"

Guan Yubai's eyes were still lingering on the map, and he said: "Chief Menkel, I have just arrived here, and I know very little about Wenxicheng and the surrounding area. I would like to ask the patriarch to tell me. !"

"You're welcome, Lord Marquis." Menkel responded hurriedly. Then, the index finger of his right hand first landed on Wenxicheng on the map, and then slowly drew a circle from west to east, "Hou You see, we Wenxicheng is located at the entrance to the west of the Xizhong Basin. There are mountains on all sides of the Xizhong Basin. Daye Mountain is in the north, Wuping Plateau and Ningwan Mountain are extremely high in the west, and Wu is in the south. Shanshan, Xianglinshan, Qinshan and Jingshan to the east can be said to be surrounded by dangerous obstacles, with only a handful of roads accessible. Therefore, as long as these passes are defended, it will be extremely difficult for the enemy to capture this area. Therefore, , our Mengu people have been able to live and work here in peace and contentment for hundreds of years..."

It wasn't until more than forty years ago that the deceased old King Xirong broke the situation of the heroes of Xiye and unified the twelve tribes of Xiye!

Although Menkel did not say this outright, Guan Yubai and Fu Yunhe in the hall knew it well.

After a pause, Menkel continued: "For the Xizhong Basin, the biggest threats come from the east and north." It was from the north that the old West Night King defeated this area.

The eyes of Guan Yubai and Fu Yunhe continued to move upward, and finally stopped at Zhongling City above the Xizhong Basin. Once they broke through Zhongling City, half of Xiye would be lost.

Guan Yubai pondered for a moment and asked: "What are the roads to the east and north?"

Menkel pointed to the river marked on the map between "Qinshan" and "Jingshan" and said: "The east is the waterway. The Dajin River is fast and dangerous, and it goes down the southeast along the river. , are the cities occupied by the Xutang clan..."

As he spoke, Menkel moved his fingers up a little, "However, if the Marquis' army wants to go north to the capital, there are only two roads, one is close and the other is far. But on this short road, there are two cities. On the only way..." He pointed to two cities in the north, "But fortunately, Longmen City, Gongglai City and several surrounding cities are also members of our Mengu tribe. If these were the other ten, Clan, I dare not speak boldly to Mr. Hou today, but we Mengu tribe people have always been of the same mind. If Mr. Hou agrees, I will write to them immediately and persuade them to surrender. Mr. Hou, please rest assured, I will serve as the leader of the Mengu tribe For more than 20 years, I have gained a certain prestige among the clan, so even if I am not 100% sure about this matter, I can say it is 89% to 90%!"

The twelve clans of Xiye are distributed throughout Xiye. Each clan has its own clan leader, who is similar to the king of Dayu. The clansmen of each clan are under the command of their clan leader, and the clan leader directly takes orders from the king of Xiye. .

This system allows each clan to become more cohesive and powerful in order to be superior to other clans, but it also has obvious shortcomings, which makes King Xiye lack absolute control over the city where the other eleven clans are located. of control.

Menkel puffed out his chest, with a hint of pride between his brows, and continued: "It's just that I have to ask the Marquis to wait in the city for two or three days."

"Okay, then I will wait for the good news from Chief Menkel." Guan Yubai looked at Menkel with a smile, his dark eyes twinkling.

Today's Xiye looks majestic like a soaring tower, but the higher the tower is, the more dangerous it becomes. Once the King of Xiye is not able to overwhelm the other eleven clans, then the entire Xiye will be like a piece of scattered sand. Like a collapse...

Menkel responded repeatedly and said: "Then this map is a small meeting gift for me, please accept it."

Guan Yubai responded, looked at Fu Yunhe, and decisively ordered: "General Fu, please immediately pass on my order to the entire army to rest in the city for two days."

"Yes, Lord Marquis." Fu Yunhe responded with a sonorous fist, and then strode away.

Following that, Menkel also took a step back, clasped his fists at Guan Yubai and said: "Master Marquis, I will take my leave first. I will go and draft the letter first, and then hand it over to Master Hou for review. ”

Guan Yubai was still gentle and gentle, raised his hand and said: "Clan leader, please help yourself."

Menkel hugged his fists again, and then left in a hurry.

Guan Yubai stood where he was, watching Menkel go away. On his elegant face, the smile on his lips deepened, and his warm black eyes narrowed slightly with a smile.

Suddenly, Menkelen, who was about to leave the yard, stopped and looked back. He saw that Guan Yubai had already sat down on the high-backed chair beside him, holding a teacup in his hand and was leisurely Drinking tea, at first glance, he doesn't look like a general, but more like a noble son from a scholarly family.

Menkel continued to walk forward, with firm steps and a straight back...

The sun outside is rising higher and higher, and the clouds in the sky have dispersed with the arrival of the Southern Xinjiang Army, revealing the warm sun behind the clouds.

More than half an hour later, several messengers rushed out from the north city gate, and soon parted ways and went away...

The next afternoon, we got the news from the nearest Gongglai City first, and then Longmen City...

But in just two days, the Southern Xinjiang Army led by Guan Yubai captured two more cities without spending a single soldier. Next, as long as they leave this Xizhong Basin, they will hit directly. Lengcheng.

On the first day of the Lunar New Year, tens of thousands of Southern Xinjiang troops poured into Longmen City with its wide open gates. For these soldiers, although they could not celebrate the New Year in Southern Xinjiang, their mood was even more festive than the Chinese New Year.

They are one step closer to their goal!

The soldiers of the Southern Xinjiang Army were busy. They had to take over Longmen City as quickly as possible. On the contrary, Guan Yubai, who was at the front of the team, looked so leisurely and indifferent.

A breeze blew in the face, causing Guan Yubai on the horse to cough slightly, and even the horse stopped due to this.

Xiaosi frowned and was about to say something when he heard an attentive male voice coming from behind: "You have had a hard journey, Lord Marquis. The weather has been cool and cold these days. Why not go to the garrison mansion to rest for a while."

Menkel, dressed in military uniform, rode up to Guan Yubai's side and looked at him with concern.

Guan Yubai coughed twice more, and finally recovered a little, and said: "Then please ask Chief Menkel to lead the way for me."

"Please, Lord Marquis."

Menkel led the way almost enthusiastically, leading the master and servant Guan Yubai to the garrison mansion. He also asked his servants to make medicinal tea and said, "Master Marquis, this tea can moisten the lungs and relieve coughs. Please try it, Master Marquis." Try."

After drinking half a cup of tea, Guan Yubai's originally pale face regained some color, and he no longer coughed.

Seeing this, Menkel observed the situation and said: "Master Hou, this is not far from Zhongling City. Since Master Hou is not feeling well, it is better to rest here for a few days. With Master Hou's wisdom, "It's easy to capture Zhongling City..." As he spoke, he looked at Guan Yubai with admiration and continued, "In my opinion, even taking over the capital is just around the corner."

Guan Yu tapped his white knuckles on the table beside him a few times, and said lightly: "It is not difficult to capture Zhongling City..."

Zhongling City is almost the most important protective wall for Xiye Capital City. It is conceivable that at this critical moment of life and death, even if Xiye King demolishes the east wall to repair the west wall, he will Deploying troops and generals from other borders and cities, the battle in Zhongling City is by no means easy.

However, when this sentence is said in official language, no one will question it.

The Southern Xinjiang Army following Guan Yubai's command has long been impressed by his wisdom, tactics, and style, and the Xiye people... who understands the horror of Guan Yubai better than the Xiye people? Keep your word.

Menkel looked at Guan Yubai, his eyes were deep, and he suddenly sighed quietly, and said: "Master Hou, it's just that I heard that Prince Xiao Yi of Zhennan Prince is arrogant and public. Mr. Hou, please be one step ahead of Prince Xiao. To seize the capital and take credit for his great achievements is probably..." He hesitated for a moment, then finished his words, but his voice was lowered a little, "His great achievements shocked the Lord!"

As the saying goes: "The world is as dark as crows." Throughout the ages, there have been several superior officials and even monarchs who have tolerated subordinates who were more heroic and invincible than themselves, and even more popular!

Menkel continued: "Mr. Hou, I wholeheartedly admire your talents, so I have no words. Mr. Hou, you should plan more for yourself as soon as possible. In fact, I heard that a few days ago, Xiao The prince met with my king...I mean the envoy sent by Gao Mihe."

Gao Mihe is the name of King Xiye.

"It is estimated that Gao Mihe has the intention to reconcile with the Zhennan Palace. Mr. Marquis, if Xiao Shizi succeeds in negotiating peace with Gao Mihe, then your efforts to fight for the Zhennan Palace in **** battles will be in vain." All my efforts are in vain?! Alas, I am really not worth it for you, Lord Marquis!"

Guan Yubai frowned slightly, but his eyes were sharp, and he said slowly: "Did you just say that Prince Xiao met with the envoy of King Xiye?"

Menkel nodded hurriedly and said: "Yes, if the Marquis doesn't believe it, just send someone to the southeast to investigate. As far as I know, Prince Xiao met the envoy in the city of Kerry."

As he said that, Menkel's eyes showed indignation, and he said seriously: "Master Hou, there is an old saying in the Central Plains: 'You are unkind, I am unjust.' It is not that you have different intentions, Mr. Hou, but that Xiao The prince betrayed his trust first... Originally, with the character and intelligence of the Marquis, it was rare to be one in a hundred years, and he should not be inferior to others! Now, the Marquis is facing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Once the Marquis can capture Zhongling City, After marching straight into the capital, what's wrong with even proclaiming yourself king?! Lord Marquis, with your illustrious reputation in Xiye, I don't believe that any other tribe dares to go against you?!"

Menkel spoke passionately and impassionedly, as if he had seen Guan Yu ascend the throne in vain.

Guan Yubai lowered his eyes and said nothing, his eyes seemed to be looking at the tea cup in his hand that was no longer steaming.

"Master Marquis, 'When a man leaves the tea, he will kill the donkey'. You must make a decisive decision early!"

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