The scorching sun is moving westward, and the hottest time of the day is passing.
"When your practice reaches a certain level and you want to make further progress, the ordinary spiritual energy of heaven and earth is no longer enough to push you forward."
Ru Bohu's fingers showed strange flexibility, as if they were glowing, and there were even thin arcs of light dancing between his palms.
The halo in the mirror also became more and more prosperous.
The halo in the mirror is a 'skill' evolved by Ru Bohu with the help of the Yin Yang family to correspond to the national destiny. It can give a glimpse of the national destiny.
At this time, a beam of light rose from each of the three mirrors that were opened one after another.
The light column in the middle mirror is the most brilliant, as the sun is at its peak, and its color is dark yellow.
The light in the mirror on the left is faintly comparable to the light beam in the middle, but it is dark green, which is inexplicably reminiscent of the lush and vast grassland.
The remaining halo on the right side is the weakest among the three mirrors. It is composed of dozens of haloes converging together, and is not as far away as the other two light beams.
This beam of light corresponds to the Western Regions, the Han Dynasty and the Xiongnu.
"If you want to make continuous progress in spiritual practice, personal qualifications are particularly important."
"In addition to his qualifications, Huo Hou knows how your Majesty is able to deal with many things every day and has very little time to practice. Why is he still far superior to ordinary people and his practice is unfathomable."
The emperor's power is connected with the fate of the country, so it is naturally unfathomable, but since Ru Bohu asked this, he obviously meant something else.
Huo Qubing said: "The secret reconnaissance order is trying to say that the people in the dark are instigating the conflict between Han and Hungary in an attempt to steal the country's destiny to achieve their own goals?"
"The destiny of the country is connected with all the people. Except for His Majesty who is in the Central Purple Palace, it is impossible for anyone to influence the destiny of the country."
"I don't think it's possible either."
Ru Bohu said: "But my secret agent has a deputy commander who has been following me for many years. I have always been very confident about her, but it happened that something went wrong with her."
"She was executed by my own hands, and she told me some news before she died."
"She said that the secret force that influenced her was originally formed by some members of the Zongheng family because they were worried about the decline of the Zongheng family. But after it was formed, it slowly changed."
After the Spring and Autumn Period, numerous countries emerged, providing the most fertile soil for political strategists, but their rise and decline were rapid.
After the Qin and Han Dynasties established a unified empire, it was difficult for the political strategists to use their strategies.
Zonghengshu can be understood as a unique group of counselors, and can also be called the earliest and most special diplomats.
"This force in the dark is obviously proficient in the art of verticality and horizontality. Among the few people we have discovered so far, none of them are weak, which is enough to illustrate their power."
At this time, the three mirrors that Ru Bohu moved reflected the national destiny and had stopped changing.
"A country's destiny is formed by the gathering of public opinion, the country's military strength, good weather and other factors."
"In recent years, our Han people have lived in peace and security, and have repeatedly defeated the Huns, and the country's destiny has become increasingly prosperous."
"The deputy commander-in-chief whom I personally executed finally said that they have the power to control the world."
"Their leaders are called 'ancestor' and 'zun', which can be compared with the sons!"
"I say this because I want Huo Hou to know that the secret forces, who want to bring chaos to the country, may first attack by beheading generals and defeating our big men on the battlefield. This is the most powerful way to defeat the country's power and power. A method and plan to defeat the weak and attack the strong."
The most direct way to defeat the army is not on the battlefield, but to kill the country's most important generals.
"If I, a great man, do not have a general who is sure to defeat the enemy, what will be the outcome against the Huns? Is Your Majesty still confident that we can defeat the Huns?"
Huo Qubing said dumbly: "The secret reconnaissance order went in a circle, do you want to remind me that my military strategist is their number one target?"
If you want to deal with military strategists, your first target must be your uncle Wei Qing!
Compared with Huo Qubing, Wei Qing has been famous for many years and has already become famous all over the world.
Before Wei Qing, although the Han people also produced famous generals, most of them were civil wars.
Although there were times when they won against foreigners, they did not take the initiative strategically.
The Warring States Period and the Qin Dynasty were both eras when military strategists flourished and famous generals emerged one after another. However, they were also hampered by civil war and the division of the Central Plains. The nomadic tribes did not have the advantage to attack the outside world.
It was Wei Qing who set the precedent and allowed the Han people to deal with the Xiongnu and completely switch from defense to offense.
In the evening, it started to rain lightly in Chang'an.
Huo Qubing returned to his guard command hall, still recalling Ru Bohu's words in his mind: The opponent's next target may be your uncle, but it is hard to predict how they will attack. What is certain is that the coming attack will be very fierce. Our Planning can also start here!
Huo Qubing looked north through the window lattice. His uncle was currently in Shuofang County on the northern border!
The same evening, thousands of miles away in the Western Region northwest of the Han Dynasty.
Qiuci, one of the thirty-six kingdoms.
The halo of the setting sun falls on a dome tower in the core of the capital of Kucha.
"Roshna."
Bo Hatake, who returned from a visit to the Han Dynasty, came to the top of the tower.
Not far away, the figure standing by the window is the spiritual belief of the people of the Western Regions and has inherited the title of Roshna.
In a longer time ago, Roshna was the god of faith who came into the world to save people in the legend of the Western Regions, and had an extremely high status.
The woman near the window is wearing a red and white gauze dress, with her back facing the silk flag wood.
She just stood there, but she conveyed a peaceful mood.
Being close to that figure seems to bring peace of mind.
Silk flag wood is Roshna's close female envoy, so she was qualified to represent Roshna and the Western Regions some time ago to visit the Han Dynasty: "Since you came back from the place where the Han people came, the Xiongnu Great Chanyu sent me news , saying that he will defeat the Han army."
"You want me to marry the Huns and become his clan, otherwise they will raise their troops and crush me in Qiuci."
The voice is gentle and gentle, and you can't tell your age. It is the kind of voice with deep magnetism that makes people immersed in it unconsciously.
It's a treat for the ears to hear her speak.
Bo Qimu said angrily: "No Qiuchi people will succumb to the Huns. Roshna, you are the most precious treasure of all our tribes in the Western Region and the god left in the world. How can you be insulted by the beast-like Huns?" "
Roshna stood by the window and never looked back.
If one could see her in front of her, one would find that she, like Ru Bohu who was thousands of miles away, was also observing Qi in some way.
The weather she saw was also a certain kind of Qi corresponding to the Xiongnu and the Han, and the two strong men met.
The black and yellow Qi of the Han Dynasty was like a real dragon, but in Roshna's view, the Qi of the Xiongnu had a hint of blood and hidden murderous intent.
She sighed and said: "I can refuse him and avoid the unreasonable demands of the Xiongnu Chanyu, but he will definitely take the opportunity to raise his troops and start a war. We, the people of Kucha, will suffer countless casualties."
"That won't allow you, Roshna, to marry the Huns."
"I believe that all the people in the Western Region are willing to take up arms and resist the Huns for you."
"I don't have as much prestige in the Western Regions as you think. At the real moment of life and death, there are three or five countries willing to fight the Huns, which is beyond my expectation." Roshna said gently.
From the window of the tower, Bo Qimu glanced at the distant east: "If the Han can suppress the Huns, the Huns will never have a chance to attack our western regions."
"This is why I asked you to go to Han as an envoy."
Roshna has a face that is different from Han people, with a stronger three-dimensionality and deeper facial features. His lips are as moist and plump as fresh fruits, and his skin is as white as that of Han people, like transparent jade.
She whispered: "I certainly hope that the Han can suppress the Xiongnu."
"But it's never that easy. The Xiongnu chief sent a letter this time, and he was very firm. I guess he must have something to rely on. Who will win and who loses between the Han and the Huns is unpredictable. Have you received any reply to the information I asked you to inquire about? "
"I came here to report this."
Silk flag wood said happily: "The Han people defeated the Xiongnu about a month ago."
I once told Roshna that I almost encountered an ambush by the Huns on the way back. The general Huo Qubing who rescued me was the same general who led his troops to attack the rear of the Huns and defeated more than 20 Huns in one battle.
"The prisoner he had sent to us, Da Shanyu's uncle Luo Gubi, was indeed snatched back from the tent of the King of the Huns."
In the Western Region, there were almost no channels for the Han and Xiongnu to get information, so they did not get accurate information until nearly a month after the battle between the Han and Xiongnu in Dingxiangbei.
There was an undisguised look of surprise on Roshna's face: "The Han general was able to attack all the Xiongnu tribes, win them in battle, and capture Luo Gubi from the king's tent?"
Bo Hatake nodded repeatedly: "Yes, respected Roshna."
"The Han general Huo is very young and not very strong, but I didn't expect him to be so brave that he could reach this level. Even the Huns who roamed the grassland were no match for him."
Then he said: "What about Shanyu's uncle Luo Gubi, whom General Huo sent to us a few days ago?"
He has been detained with us for some time.
"Luo Gubi's courage has gradually grown. Not long ago, he threatened us. If we don't let him go back, the Huns' troops will come over soon. We will have no chance to regret it..."
"The Han people sent him to us to force us to express our stance."
"If he falls into our hands, even if he is returned to the Huns, the Huns will consider it a great humiliation. If they can't do anything to the Han people, they will turn their anger on us." Roshna sighed.
"Then what should we do?"
Send him back, keep him in prison, or kill him? Each has its own advantages and disadvantages.
Roshna thought for a long time and suddenly said in a deep voice: "Go and kill him yourself. If Luo Gubi returns to the Huns alive, it will be a disaster for us. Dispose of the body and don't let anyone know about it for the time being."
A few days passed by, it was August 7th.
The northern border of the Han Dynasty, Shuofang County.
Wei Qing personally arranged his troops in formation, secretly dispatched his troops, and made many preparations.
What Wei Qing, Huo Qubing and Liu Che discussed was to send troops in August to attack the Xiongnu again.
The Xiongnu were busy with summer herding at this time, and their soldiers and horses were scattered in various tribes, chasing the land with abundant water and grass. It was the most unsuitable time for fighting.
For Han, it was a good opportunity to attack.
The Xiongnu always focused on attacking and plundering southward, although Huo Qubing made a surprise attack on the rear.
But no Huns would think that the Han people would dare to fight again when their troops were withdrawn.
If the Han army really dared to go on an expedition, the Huns would be overjoyed and expected to completely defeat the Han army on the grasslands without any fear.
This evening, Wei Qing stood at the top of Shuofang Border City with his hands behind his hands, looking due north.
Thousands of miles away from here to the north is the royal court of the Huns.
This time, they are secretly preparing to attack the Huns. Shuofang County is the closest to them. If they can attack with lightning, they will reach Ulaanbaatar, the royal court of the Huns, as quickly as possible.
Thousands of miles south of Shuofang was Chang'an, the center of the Han Dynasty.
The border city Shuofang, the Xiongnu royal court and the Han Dynasty Chang'an formed a straight center line, thousands of miles apart, but facing each other far away!
The sky is filled with stars and moon.
"General, the night is already dark, let's go back." A deputy general came from a distance and bowed.
Wei Qing responded, withdrew his gaze and walked down the city.
The place where he settled was located in this border town.
Xu Yi, the governor of Shuofang County, was talented in literature and military affairs. In his early years, he followed Wei Qing to fight against the Huns.
He was also waiting under the city wall at this time.
"It's not far away, let's go for a walk together." Wei Qing said with a smile.
Xu Yi is forty-one years old this year. He has an ordinary human figure and a handsome face. He wears a county guard's official robe.
The two of them walked along the long street towards the mansion in the center of the city.
In border cities, martial law will be enforced at night, and soldiers will patrol the streets from time to time.
Wherever Wei Qing went, there was a group of pro-army troops around him, always on guard, wearing armor and carrying sharp weapons.
"The general worked tirelessly and came to patrol the border in person. Xu Yi deeply admires him." Xu Yi said in a gentle voice.
Wei Qing smiled: "We have known each other for many years, why are we so polite? What's the reason for you coming to see me so late?"
"All the supplies that the general asked me to dispatch have arrived. I stopped by to say something to the general."
Xu Yi glanced at Wei Qing: "Xu Yi has something unclear and would like to ask the general for advice."
"explain."
"Why is the general transporting supplies to the border town at this time of year, but is there going to be a war?"
No matter how secretly you send troops to attack, there will be things that need to be prepared in advance, and it is impossible to completely avoid everyone.
Wei Qing was about to respond when he suddenly heard a strange noise.
He listened carefully, and then looked in a direction covered by the night.
Boom.
On the street next to it, a wall facing the street exploded and fell into pieces, as if it had been hit by an unparalleled force.
The huge sound shook the long street!
As the commander-in-chief of the Han army, Wei Qing has encountered countless changes over the years, and has experienced countless overt and covert assassination attacks.
Under the protection of the pro-army troops who came up behind him, he looked to the flanks calmly.
At this moment, Wei Qing suddenly noticed a strong sense of crisis around him.
