Just when Liu Bao was full of doubts and waiting to see Wang Bei's joke, an accident happened.
The development of things far exceeded Liu Bao's expectations.
Not only did Qubei not die on the way to Hedong, but he brought back most of the bones!
He led tens of thousands of people there, and finally led thousands of people back to Hetao.
This time, no soldier was lost!
When he returned arrogantly, Liu Bao was completely confused.
Why, how did it become like this?
There is no dispute that the road to Hedong was heavily guarded by Cao Wei.
Not only to guard against the Xiongnu in Hetao, but also to fear that the Qin army would attack Bingzhou from the north of Hetao.
Before setting off to Bei, Liu Bao also sent people to investigate.
By accident, one person was shot to death by arrows from the defenders.
Even if the Wei army was afraid of the Huns' cavalry army, at most they would not dare to attack head-on.
You can rely on the danger to hold on and attack with bows and arrows. This is the inevitable result.
How bad are the archers of the Wei army, that they can make 10,000 live targets unharmed?
No one was even injured!
Liu Bao tried his best to figure out the reason.
However, there was no time for him to imagine.
According to the agreement, after Qubei completed the bet, it was Liu Bao's turn to fulfill the bet.
Of course Liu Bao was unwilling, but going to Bei had already blocked all escape routes.
There can be no excuses to delay or delay, you must go immediately.
Once Liu Bao breaks the contract, let alone Huchuquan and Qubei, not even the Xiongnu people can spare him!
Liu Bao had no choice but to fulfill the agreement.
He put down all the tribal people, left all the slaves behind, and led only 30,000 cavalry under his command.
These 30,000 people were the result of Liu Bao's desperate efforts to recruit people in their fifties.
It can be said that except for the women in King Zuo Xian's tribe, all those who can fight on horseback followed Liu Bao.
The tribesmen were extremely determined to follow King Zuo Xian!
But even so, Liu Bao was still extremely depressed when he left.
From then on, everything changed completely.
Food and clan members are all in the hands of others.
Liu Bao has completely become a puppet!
From an existence that made Chanyu and King Youxian fearful, to an ant that can be kneaded at will.
This contrast between heaven and earth is all in an instant!
The virtuous king of the left is superior to the virtuous king of the right, which will become an empty talk.
Fortunately, Liu Bao was more open-minded and did not delay. He led everyone away resolutely.
Liu Bao firmly believes that as long as he does not die, there will be a turn for the better.
After all, the green hills are still there, so you don’t have to worry about running out of firewood!
In this way, Liu Bao led his troops on a westward journey to the easternmost part of the Houtao Plain.
Whatever Qin does in the future, he will be the first to bear the brunt.
As the saying goes, there is no perfect path!
Just a few days later, Liu Bao saw a turning point.
Everything starts from one person's visit.
It was the envoy sent by Liu Zhang, Jing Zhaoyin, Wei Jian!
"I didn't know that Mr. Wei was coming, and the leopard missed me from a distance. I'm sorry! I'm sorry!"
Upon hearing that Wei Jian was coming, Liu Bao immediately led his troops out of the camp to greet him personally.
The etiquette is impeccable and the attitude is extremely low!
In addition, Liu Bao knew Han etiquette, which can be said to have surprised Wei Ju.
It is no exaggeration to say that this etiquette was used to welcome Liu Zhang, King of Qin.
After all, they are Xiongnu, barbarians from the grassland, who do not understand the etiquette of the Spring and Autumn Period.
It is impossible to ask Liu Bao to be as comprehensive as the Han people.
It is already very rare for Liu Bao to achieve this level.
"I would be very grateful to King Zuo Xian for bothering him to go out to the camp in person!"
After all, he was the nominal second-in-command of the Xiongnu, so Wei Jian still gave him a lot of face.
This time, I have something to ask for, and friendliness is a prerequisite!
What Wei Qian didn't expect was that this humility made Liu Bao feel even more terrified.
"Hey, Mr. Wei's words are wrong!"
"Sir, we have been friends for decades. How can this friendship be easily compared?"
"Furthermore, Leopard's personal admiration for Mr. Bao is like an endless stream of water!"
"This time Mr. Wei is able to come here with honor, Bao Bao really doesn't know how to express his excitement!"
"Forehead..."
Wei Qian was completely stunned, and his mouth was open, not knowing what to say.
Liu Bao's performance was too exaggerated!
Wei Jian did know Liu Bao before, but the two parties were no more than acquaintances.
Never had deep contact.
It wasn't that Wei Jian didn't want to get to know Liu Bao, but that he didn't have a good chance.
In other words, there is no need.
No matter how noble the status of King Liu Baozuo Xian is, he is only the successor of the next Shanyu.
But as long as Hu Chuquan lives, Liu Bao will always be King Zuoxian.
Transactions with the Huns must always be approved by Shanyu Huchuquan before they can be carried out normally.
Liu Bao nodded. It can't be said that it is useless, but it is indeed useless.
How could a person as smart and shrewd as Wei Qi complicate simple things?
Doesn’t it cost money to make friends with Liu Bao?
Spending money doesn't matter, but the money spent can't even make a splash, so why bother?
Over the years, Wei Jian and Liu Bao had only a handful of interactions, let alone any friendship.
Liu Bao's enthusiasm was too abnormal.
If something goes wrong, there must be a monster!
Wei Ji would never believe that a treacherous person like Liu Bao would show kindness for no reason.
After relaxing for a moment, Wei Qian calmed down.
"Wei Ji is just a mediocre person. How dare he be treated so politely by King Zuo Xian?"
"If there is anything that Wei Qian needs to do, just give him the order, King Zuo Xian!"
Wei Jian paused, then slightly cupped his hands.
"As long as it's within my ability, I'll never refuse!"
As soon as these words came out, Liu Bao's eyes lit up.
When Wei Xi comes, it is no different than the sweet dew coming after a long drought, no less than a baby looking at its parents!
The situation we are currently facing is almost desperate!
Liu Bao was at a loss as to how to deal with it.
Wei Jian is a Jing Zhaoyin and an important minister under King Liu Zhang of Qin!
If he could get help from Wei Qian, Liu Bao would be able to turn around in a matter of seconds.
"call..."
After letting out a gentle breath, Liu Bao showed a kind smile.
"Haha, sir, you are joking!"
"Bao Bao just said that this is all about respect and admiration for Mr.! I didn't expect Mr. to come, which makes Bao Bao extremely honored!"
"If there is anything wrong, please forgive me, sir!"
It was true that Liu Bao hoped to get help from Wei Qian, but he was not blinded by desire.
First, there is no friendship, and second, there is no interest. Why should Wei Jian help you?
Are you really going to break your heart just because of one word?
Liu Bao is not that stupid!
After all, the friendship between Wei Qiang and Hu Chuquan is even deeper!
The most important thing now is to keep Wei Jian and build a good relationship, and then find out Wei Jian's purpose.
Qin will not send envoys for no reason, right?
