Return of the Swallow

Lu Heng said: "The Great Zhou Dynasty has just ended the war and has no intention of invading the north. Ut Jinhan did this simply because he wanted to take the opportunity to expand his territory. When I was with Ut Jinhan, he once said that This was revealed.”

Qin Yining nodded in agreement upon hearing this, "Utkin Khan is indeed extremely ambitious."

By now the situation has become clear. It is obvious why Si Qin killed Anari. She and Lu Heng just took the blame for Si Qin.

Therefore, since Si Qin mobilized food and grass in preparation for war, they had to intercept this food and grass.

On the one hand, they promised to make up for the lack of food and grass.

Secondly, are they bringing so many tribesmen with them for sightseeing? How could you let go of the opportunity to stab Utkin Khan?

The third point is also the most important point in Qin Yining's mind. According to her observation, the Tatars are not very rich. As a mainly nomadic nation, food and grass are not as abundant as the former Yan Dynasty. Cutting off their food and grass is very likely. It will delay the pace of the war and also reduce some pressure on Pang Xiao.

Qin Yining didn't even need to be in the capital. As long as he calmed down and analyzed it, he knew that once the war started, no matter in the south or the north, Li Qitian would definitely let Pang Xiao go to war, because Li Qitian now didn't trust Pang Xiao and would never entrust the security of the capital to him. To protect.

And once Li Qitian wants to murder Pang Xiao, it is easier for Li Qitian to shirk responsibility when Pang Xiao is outside.

Thinking about it this way, Pang Xiao is surrounded by dangers everywhere. Qin Yining wished he could immediately grow wings and fly back to the capital.

It's a pity that she can only make a little effort to move towards the border.

While everyone was discussing in full swing, Qin Yining already seemed a little absent-minded. Seeing her slightly frowning look, Lu Heng could guess what she was thinking, and felt a little sour in his heart.

Even if Pang Xiao failed to protect her, even if he was the one who went through hardships with her, Qin Yining would always only have Pang Xiao in her heart and not see anyone else. Lu Heng envied Pang Xiao's good luck to have such an outstanding woman treat her wholeheartedly, but he also sighed at his infatuation, fearing that he would never be rewarded in this life.

Everyone discussed it and finally decided that the food and grass must be grabbed.

With food and grass, they can find ways to bring the tribesmen one after another, and they can find a safe place to start a new life.

Because there is food and grass to attract,

Everyone was very motivated. Uncle Arhan led his scouts to spy twice and roughly guessed the route of the food and grass. Then everyone gathered together and discussed the best ambush location.

On the day of the operation, Lu Heng and Qin Yining were both left in the camp. Uncle Arhan and Halbala led more than 500 tribesmen in the operation, while Chaganbala stayed with the other tribesmen to provide support at any time.

The battle lasted all day. The next day, Uncle Arhan successfully escorted the grain and grass back. Because Qin Yining and Lu Heng's plan was perfect, only one person died and three tribesmen were injured in this operation. They not only robbed the grain and grass, but also The escorting troops will also be wiped out.

This is already a rare miracle.

Uncle Arhan had a new understanding of Qin Yining and Lu Heng's resourcefulness, and his admiration and respect for them could not be higher. For a time, all the tribesmen knew that Qin Yining and Lu Heng were two extremely outstanding military advisors. Unparalleled, there is no omission. As long as you follow their arrangements, their actions will definitely lead to victory at the minimum cost.

After getting the food and grass, Qin Yining and Lu Heng discussed the route. Instead of staying at the same place, they rushed to a valley they had bypassed when they came. Taking advantage of the heavy snow covering their footprints, they perfectly avoided Si Qin. Arranged scouts.

At the same time, the news that the grain and grass had been intercepted quickly reached Si Qin's ears.

"What? The whole army was wiped out? This Khan arranged more than a hundred elites, each of whom can fight one against ten. How could he be wiped out so easily! Who did it?"

The general who replied had an earth-colored face, and turned pale again when Si Qin yelled. He knelt down and saluted: "Khan, please calm down. It's my incompetence. Now the road is blocked by heavy snow, and the situation outside is very bad. I don't know... Who did it? When I arranged for people to investigate, only the corpses of the warriors were left in the camp, and the food, grass, horses and weapons were all gone."

"Flying away?" Si Qin's voice was almost crushed out from between his teeth, but he pursed his lips and could still perfectly control his emotions and expressions, and said unhurriedly: "Is there really a god? Are you not used to the power of our Tatars and don’t want us to avenge Anari Khan, so why would you cause such a farce?”

"No, no! Khan, please don't think like this. It's because the ministers are useless and let the evil thieves take advantage of the loophole. How can there be any saying that the gods will not protect you?"

"Yes, Khan, there must be traces of the lost food and grass. I will immediately order people to investigate closely, and we will definitely find out the whereabouts of the food and grass! We must not let our food disappear into thin air!"

Si Qin then nodded and said: "This makes me feel relieved. I also believe that we are a country protected by the gods, and I also believe that no one will use magic to take away the food quietly." of."

From the palace --\u003e\u003e

When they came out, the ministers were blown by the cold wind and found that their backs were soaked with cold sweat. When the wind blew by, they felt chilled all over.

Utkin Khan is really a mighty khan. He does not need to be angry. With just a few words, he is more frightening than Anari Khan's anger before.

Utkin Khan clearly didn't get angry just now, but they were all trembling from the depths of their souls. This is the true majesty of an emperor.

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Pang Xiao also received a letter from Fei Ge here.

The Tatar grain and grass were intercepted and disappeared. Now Siqin's people are tracing the whereabouts of the grain and grass, and the date of the war may be postponed.

When Pang Xiao saw it, his heart was shaken. Although there was no evidence and he did not see it with his own eyes, Pang Xiao still determined that the matter of food and grass must be related to Qin Yining.

Siqin is a good man. After he ascended to the throne, he not only treated the courtiers well, but also exempted the people from taxes and improved the lives of many slaves. Now the whole Tatar people respect Utkin Khan as a benevolent king.

As a result, Tatar cohesion has reached an unprecedented height in the past fifty years or so.

The Tatars want to avenge Anari Khan and start a war. I believe that no one will be tempted to rob the grain and grass. I also believe that Siqin will definitely arrange elites to transport it, and the idle gangsters will not be able to steal the grain and grass.

Therefore, Pang Xiao concluded that the food and grass incident must be a planned and premeditated act.

Qin Yining was the most motivated to do so. Because doing this can relieve Da Zhou's pressure, which is equivalent to relieving his pressure. Pang Xiao has never doubted Qin Yining's intelligence and ability, but knowing that she is still alive has made him happy for several days. Now that she still has the energy to do such a big thing, Pang Xiao is really surprised.

Pang Xiao quietly went to find Qin Huaiyuan.

When Qin Huaiyuan heard the news, he couldn't help but laugh, "This girl, I originally thought that she had no idea how hard she was living outside, but who knew she would have the ability to rob other people's food and grass? Now at least I don't have to worry. She can’t get enough to eat outside.”

Pang Xiao also laughed, but after laughing, he felt a little worried: "What if I guessed wrong and it wasn't Sister Yi who did it? She might still be hungry. It's colder in Tatar than in the capital, Yi My sister was born in the south, and I’m really afraid that she won’t adapt.”

When Qin Huaiyuan heard this, he couldn't help but chuckle at Pang Xiao's worry about gain and loss.

"Don't worry, I can confirm that it was indeed Sister Yi who did it. I got the news from Cao today from the Tatar border. Although it cannot be confirmed that Sister Yi and Lu Heng killed Anari Khan, They have left Dadu with the Tatar Mino tribe, and are now being hunted by people sent by Siqin."

"The Mino tribe? It used to be one of the most powerful tribes in Tatar. However, it is said that it was persecuted very seriously by Anari Khan, and there are not many young adults left in the tribe."

"Yes, even in this tribe, no political power is an iron barrel, and it is not without loopholes. Now Utkin Khan is so pleased with the Tatar people, he is taking advantage of what she did during the Anazh Khan period. The bad things he did in order to set off his kindness now."

Pang Xiao was silent for a while after hearing this.

Si Qin's method is horrifying to think about.

Siqin has been plotting from the day he approached Anari. Even when he helped Anari seize power, he had already paved the way for his future self. Such vicious and meticulous thoughts made people shudder.

Pang Xiao couldn't help but think of himself.

The person next to him is also very smart and a resourceful person, but he will not harm him, but will only help him. Even if he is in danger, he still does not forget to lead people to steal Siqin's food and grass for him. Reducing the pressure here, not to mention the help she had given in the past when the Earth Dragon was in the hardest hit area.

Pang Xiao's body and mind seemed to be soaked in honey.

However, the more this happened, the more the bone-eroding thoughts invaded the blood without restraint. If possible, Pang Xiao hopes that Qin Yining can stay by his side safely. It doesn't matter even if she can't help him, as long as she can stay with him safely.

"Siqin is so cunning. Sister Yi's situation in Tatar is also very dangerous now." Pang Xiao frowned worriedly, "If it were possible, I would have wanted to go to Tatar in person and bring her back."

Qin Huaiyuan patted Pang Xiao on the shoulder comfortingly and said: "Don't be too anxious, the matter has not reached that point yet. Sister Yi is now with the people of the Minuo Department, although we don't know the details. I know, but one thing is for sure, Sister Yi is safe for the time being. The relationship between us and the Tatars is tense now. If you act rashly, it is not a joke to be accused of treason. Don't forget, you Your life and death no longer just represent yourself."

Pang Xiao smiled helplessly.

Precisely because he knew that he still had responsibilities that he could not shirk, he had no choice but to wait here for news. Otherwise, he would have been unable to hold himself back and rushed directly to Tatar.

While Weng and son-in-law were worried about Qin Yining, Qin Yining hugged Cao Yuqing extremely happily.

"Aunt Cao! You're okay! That's great!"