All the tribal leaders present were well aware of Hauge's thoughts. Someone immediately stood up, clasped his fists at everyone and said, "If there is any matter regarding the traditions of the northern tribes, let's discuss it."
"Marquis Sushun is right. We need a leader of the alliance. I recommend Marquis Chigui."
"I also recommend Chi Guihou."
"Me too."
Most of the tribal leaders present stood up and unanimously recommended Red Ghost Hou Qimin.
Qimin sat still, with a faint smile on his face.
Hauge was suddenly furious, but managed to calm down. He raised his head and looked at the several tribal leaders he had managed to win over during this period.
"That's right. According to the traditions of the northern tribes, we will discuss any matters. I recommend Sushun Hou. Sushun is one of the largest tribes with strong strength. Moreover, Sushun Hou is brave and good at fighting."
A tribal leader stood up and said against his will.
"I also recommend Sushun Hou."
Several more tribal leaders who had received Hauge's benefits came forward one after another.
"This guy took advantage of this period of time and spent a lot of money to win over these people." Qi Min narrowed his eyes and looked at the tribal leaders.
Relatively speaking, these people are more greedy for money.
Then, Qi Min turned his attention to Jin Tie, it must be this guy's idea. This guy is the only one of Hauge's subordinates who is capable.
Noticed Qi Min's gaze, his golden iron eyes looked at his nose, and his nose looked at his heart, as if he was wandering in the sky.
Hauge suddenly became happy and looked at Qimin triumphantly. You have a good plan, I have a wall ladder. Now we are only half as good as the other.
Including the Mongolian and Yuan tribes living in the north. There is a tradition of sitting down and discussing, even the throne.
For example, the late emperor left eight sons. Let's discuss which one should be supported. Behind this is often the result of games and compromises between various ministries.
Without absolute strength, you can only accept this model.
Qi Min has prestige and is a serious person. Now they raise troops together to deal with the Meng Yuan people, and their lives are at stake. More than half of the tribal leaders supported Qimin.
But Haug used a strategy and spent a lot of wealth to win over some tribal leaders. For a time, both sides were evenly matched and in a stalemate.
This noise.
That's three days.
The quarrel was so loud that we almost rolled up our sleeves and started fighting, but there was no result. Until the time comes.
morning.
Sushun Hou Mansion, in the hall. The flames in the stove burned vigorously, and the leaders of the tribes gathered together. Zhang Zhen was still sitting at the end, quietly being a spectator.
"The spies are here to report. Tian Yuan's vanguard, Qianfu Zhang Zhu Changsong, is less than a hundred miles away from Sushun. They will probably reach the outside of the city tomorrow. Since the stalemate is unresolved, let's use Zhu Changsong's head to end it. Tomorrow. We each go out to the city to fight against the generals. Whoever can take the head of Zhu Changsong will be the leader of the alliance. How about it?"
Hauge's eyes were red, his expression was haggard, and his hair was greasy. He raised his head and glared at Qimin fiercely, and said loudly.
Qi Min also felt that this situation could not continue and that it was time to make a break. After thinking for a moment, he nodded and said, "Okay."
Zhang Zhen and Jin Tie frowned, but neither spoke.
After the meeting was over, the tribal leaders dispersed. Zhang Zhen, Hauge and Jin Tie came to the study and sat down together.
"Father-in-law. With all due respect. Captain Meng Yuan's martial arts cannot be underestimated. Although the position of leader of the alliance is very important, I don't think it's worth it for my father-in-law to take the risk himself."
"It's just that it's been agreed now, but there's nothing we can do about it. Father-in-law, please be careful tomorrow. I don't ask for merit, but I ask for no faults."
Zhang Zhen stood up and admonished.
No matter what, the two of them are still husband-in-law and have an affair.
Now he relies on Hauge to gain a foothold in the tribe. If he relied solely on Wu Nian's reputation, his life would never be so comfortable.
And if Haug dies in battle, it will be a huge blow to the alliance.
Publicly and privately, he didn't want to see anything happen to Hauge.
"Master Zhang is right, Lord Marquis. There is no need to risk your life for the position of alliance leader. On the contrary, you can let Qi Min go first. If Qi Min is defeated and killed, then the position of alliance leader will naturally fall to him. It’s on Mr. Hou’s body.”
Jin Tie also advised him.
Hauge was furious, slapped the coffee table and stood up, saying: "I, Hauge, am brave and good at fighting, how could I fail? Tomorrow I will seize Zhu Changsong's head and let you take a good look."
"snort."
After that, Hauge left angrily.
Jin Tie and Zhang Zhen both felt a headache, and then they looked at each other in silence.
This Marquis Sushun really has something wrong with his brain.
No matter what, the matter was settled.
Early the next morning. All the troops outside Sushun City entered the city.
Although Zhang Zhen acts as a mediator to mediate conflicts between all parties. But in the military, each party is in charge of its own affairs, and military discipline is worrying.
After the army entered the city, although there were many people. But it was a mess, without any structure.
According to Lu Yanxun’s words.
It means "a ragtag group of people can be captured in one battle."
As an enemy, it was such a joy to face such a rabble.
As a member of the rabble, it's not fun.
Whether it’s Hao Ge or Qi Min. Integrating the forces of various tribes as soon as possible and clarifying military discipline were top priorities for the Han Dynasty and the eastern tribes.
West gate.
Inside the city gate tower.
Hauge was wearing armor, pressing the hilt of the sword, looking at the people in front of him, and said proudly: "I heard the scholar said that back then, Guan Erwen Wenjiu killed Hua Xiong. I can kill a person of Zhu Changsong's level with one move. "
"You all watch out. Don't blink."
Just as Hauge stood up, excitedly planning to perform an instant kill with a knife. Qi Min stopped Hauge and said: "Marquis Sushun. We have agreed that whoever kills Zhu Changsong will be the leader of the alliance."
"There are advantages to fighting first. You can't just let you take advantage of the advantages."
Hauge was furious when he heard this and said sarcastically: "You mean, let you go first?"
Qimin looked at Haoge speechlessly, sighed and said: "What I said is clear. Whoever fights first will have an advantage. How can I take advantage of you?"
"We draw lots."
Qi Min was well prepared and put his hand into the belt of the armor. When he took it out, he made fists with both hands, raised his head and said to Haug: "I have a black stone and a white stone in my hands."
"Guess. If you guess right, you go first. If you guess wrong, let me go first."
Hauge wanted to take advantage and didn't want to draw lots.
But in full view of the public, he could not refuse this fair suggestion. Then, Hauge began to get confused, which one should he guess?
Hauge struggled for a long time until everyone felt impatient. He then pointed to Qi Min's left hand and said, "This is Bai Zi."
Everyone put aside their impatience and became curious.
You've got it? Or guessed wrong?
Can Hauge get his wish, fight first and take advantage?
