South Vietnam, the capital.
The city gate was wide open. The king of the country, Zhao Yingqi, led his eldest son Zhao Jiande, and officials at all levels gathered at the city gate to wait.
Accompanying him were a thousand Han troops who stayed here, as well as Qi Gong and Huo Guang, the commanders of the Tongjun Army.
Huo Guang spent most of this time in South Vietnam.
There are hundreds of ethnic groups in South Vietnam, and the current situation is a good learning opportunity for Huo Guang.
In the past month, the emperor, as he had done several times in the past, spread the word about Huo Qubing's achievements in fighting against poison in his body to all parts of the world.
South Vietnam paid special attention to it. After the emperor learned about the front line through embroidered clothes, he would immediately pass it on to South Vietnam.
The stronger the Han army is, the more stable the world will be.
After receiving the battle report, the enemies were frightened, while those who worked together with the big man were encouraged.
What the emperor gained from this was a stronger cohesion of people's hearts, which led to the growth of national power, so that the emperor's spiritual practice also increased.
Therefore, the emperor never tired of this and often reported battle reports from the front to the world.
A month ago, Zhao Yingqi followed Huo Qubing's order and asked the leaders of all Baiyue tribes to gather in the capital of South Vietnam and kill them.
In this battle, except for a few close tribes that were attached to South Vietnam and received news in advance and expressed their surrender, a total of forty-one tribal leaders were beheaded.
The ensuing counterattacks and fighting caused violent turmoil in the southern coastal areas within a month, with wars raging and blood covering the ground.
Until the past few days, the situation in Baiyue has slowly stabilized.
The reason is that Huo Qubing is coming back.
After receiving the news in advance and knowing that the champion returned to the Han Dynasty, all the troops in Baiyue stopped. No one dared to take the lead and was targeted by Huo Qubing.
Zhao Yingqi led the Nanyue people to greet him, also waiting for Huo Qubing to arrive.
Near noon, a torrent of iron armor appeared in the distance, riding horses and rushing towards them. It was Huo Qubing's pro-army team.
He stayed in South Vietnam for two days.
Zhao Anji's special operations team will be stationed in South Vietnam for a period of time and continue to use troops against Baiyue.
After fully demonstrating its tough military front, the Han Hui turned to soft tactics to recruit troops.
The so-called hatred is not irresolvable in the face of life and death interests.
The goal of the Han Dynasty towards Baiyue was to truly return it to the Han Dynasty and complete the unification of the Han Dynasty, rather than to kill them all.
The turmoil in the past month has promoted internal strife in Baiyue and deepened the hatred between various ethnic groups. South Vietnam has shouldered the heaviest part of the hatred. For a long time, it will be impossible for all ethnic groups in Baiyue to remain united.
Use troops first, show strength and cruel and tough methods, and then use gentleness to recruit troops. This sequence cannot be wrong.
Win over those who are willing to surrender, get rid of those who are determined enemies, and use both kindness and power.
The civil servants of the Han Dynasty were obviously better at related routines.
Huo Qubing is responsible for the deployment of troops, and civil servants will follow up later.
Huo Qubing stayed in South Vietnam for two days, then took a boat to go north. By the time he approached Chang'an, it was already mid-March.
on board.
Liu Qing was amazed when he looked at those poisonous holy beasts that were specially transported in a boat.
"Is this called an elephant? It's really a huge thing." Liu Qing was very interested.
Behind her, flanked by her daughter-in-law, Zhuo Qingke also looked surprised.
Huo Qubing stood aside and said, "Look at its nose..." Then he said something to Liu Qing.
Liu Qing's pretty face flushed instantly and she glanced around.
Only Zhuo Qingke, who was close by, also heard what Huo Qubing said, and his face was also rosy.
Most of the trophies obtained from self-destruction were transported back to the Han Dynasty through the Western Regions.
Huo Qubing only brought back some rare items, including some 'holy beasts' that were poisonous to humans.
After several days of sailing, the boat arrived at the confluence of the Yangtze River and the Yanjiang River in Bajun, then turned eastward. Within a few days, it reached Nanjun, and continued northward, entering the hinterland of the Han Dynasty.
early morning.
A small boat broke through the mist on the river and approached the big boat of Huo Qubing and others.
There was an old man in green shirt standing on the bow of the ship, with a calm demeanor and standing with his hands behind his back. When he saw Huo Qubing, Gongsun Hong, Dao Zun and others on the bow of the ship, the old man smiled heartily and said: "I guessed that Huo Hou's troops were coming before the war. The enemy must be defeated.
The battle report sent back to the court through embroidered clothes makes people feel excited to imagine the grand occasion. "
"In the past, there were enemies from all sides, coveting the wealth of our great Han people, and plundering our food and population. Enemies from all directions were endless. Now Huo Hou has gone on several expeditions, defeating all parties, and helping the Han people vent their bad temper, which is also a good name. Foreign enemies know that our Han family also has many hard-blooded men who can conquer and dare to fight."
The old man is Dong Zhongshu.
He stepped from the small boat to the deck of the big ship and met everyone.
Several people stood on the bow of the boat, looking at Chang'an in the distance, and they all felt a little high-spirited.
Dong Zhongshu said slowly: "Now that we are the capital of the Han Dynasty, what a glorious state it is in!"
At this moment, in the direction of Chang'an, the purple energy of the national destiny is as powerful as ever.
There seems to be a majestic atmosphere between heaven and earth, gathering towards Chang'an.
The entire Hanzhong area is as purple as the sea.
Looking from afar, the Qi machine formed above Chang'an, like a huge canopy, covering Chang'an, which is beyond words.
The best thing is that the purple air circulates and faintly gathers into the shape of the mountains and rivers of Jiuzhou, hanging upside down in the sky.
The Five Sacred Mountains are undulating, and the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers are like two big dragons soaring into the sky.
Looking from a distance, it seems that the mountains and rivers of China are imprinted on the sky.
"When Huo Hou destroyed a country with body poison, my strength as a man increased by one point. By the beginning of March, the situation of the body poison war was initially determined, and the changes became more and more obvious."
Dong Zhongshu said: "It is said that when the Qin Emperor unified, built the Nine Cauldrons, and An Jiuzhou climbed Mount Tai to enshrine Zen, a similar omen came down from heaven and earth, and the dragon's roar of the Earth Vein Ancestral Dragon sounded in the ears of all living beings.
At night, the stars converge, and during the day, the purple air shines, brightening the mountains and rivers of Jiuzhou. "
Gongsun Hong was also looking at Chang'an in the distance, and for some reason his eyes were a little moist:
"In ancient times, there was a book named Jiuzhou Volume, which once stated that there are divine dynasties of fortune between heaven and earth. If they gather together, the fortune of the whole country will rise, and all living beings will benefit."
Dong Zhongshu said: "The old prime minister is right. In the past few days, strange and auspicious things have been happening all over China. There are strange signs in Mount Tai and the sources of the two rivers.
Your Majesty has issued several edicts to inform all the people that we, the Han Dynasty, are welcoming auspiciousness and encourage people to have children and engage in commerce and agriculture. "
Gongsun Hong said: "Have you ever seen that the mountains and rivers reflected in the sky are gathered together, and the scene in the north is the most unreal?"
"The Huns in the north have also been gaining momentum recently, and they are threatening our Han Dynasty, so it is difficult for the north to gather its fortune."
The boat sailed on the river and arrived in Chang'an one day later.
After disembarking, there was a general's triumphant welcome ceremony as usual.
It had been done several times in the past, but Huo Qubing looked at it indifferently, and then entered the palace to face the saint.
The meeting place this time was different from before.
Some of the trophies carried by Huo Qubing were sent back to Chang'an first, including the poisonous sacred beasts.
Weiyang Palace has an independent courtyard with a large area, mountains, water, and lush vegetation.
In this courtyard, there are rare and exotic animals collected by the emperor.
The poisonous holy beasts that Huo Qubing brought back were also placed here.
The cow with shining hooves, the elephant, the giant python and the peacock with a sad sunset.
The palace was extremely lively. The queen and concubines from various palaces came after hearing the news.
There is an observation tower in this garden of exotic beasts in the palace. The emperor is standing on the railing, overlooking the exotic beasts in the garden:
"The living creatures you brought back to me, Qu Bing, are rare. The poison in my body must be from a strange country."
After a pause, he said: "What you have written is to use your body to poison a country and turn it into a vassal state (colonization) of the Han Dynasty. It is very good.
If you directly rule a foreign country, it will be extremely difficult to last long, and rebellions will inevitably occur one after another. It is a good strategy to support its internal forces to compete with each other, contain consumption, and strengthen our country. "
Queen Wei Zifu and Liu Qing were also not far away, talking in low voices. Their eyes occasionally fell on the emperor and Huo Qubing, whispering to each other.
The emperor smiled and said: "I heard that the population of poisonous people and the borders of the country are not inferior to my great man.
Qubing, you used the troops quickly this time and saw the results so quickly. I am really pleased. "
Huo Qubing said humbly: "I am able to achieve some meritorious deeds thanks to the teachings of Your Majesty and my uncle. I dare not boast about it."
The emperor waved his hand: "The Huns have also undergone many changes recently.
Their luck, which hit rock bottom, seems to be back again. "
Huo Qubing said calmly: "It's just a sign of recovery from death. It should be this year."
The emperor understood what 'just this year' meant. This year he would defeat the Huns across the board and completely defeat them.
"On my way back, I heard Master Dong talking about the rising power of the Xiongnu. It is obvious that Judu has returned to the Xiongnu."
The emperor said: "In the past month, fog has shrouded the grassland, especially the area close to the border of our Han Dynasty. The fog is like a thick wall. Once you enter, you will lose your way. The Xiuyi side has never been able to detect the movements of the Xiongnu royal court.
The Huns seemed to have disappeared into the mist. "
"In past battles, the great shaman Enchi also used similar methods to promote changes in the grassland by combining the national destiny of the Xiongnu and the Qi of the grassland.
This time it was the same method, but it became stronger. "
Huo Qubing pondered for a moment: "If I were the capital of Yu, the first thing I would do when I returned to the Xiongnu was to reorganize the interior.
In the past two years, the Xiongnu suffered heavy losses, both internally and externally. "
"You must reunite all the tribes, and then lead these tribes to conquer the areas to the north, east, and west of the Xiongnu.
Through victory, we can restore the confidence that the Huns have lost in the past two years and improve their military strength. "
The emperor nodded: "I also discussed it with Wei Qing and came to the same conclusion.
Changes have occurred in the grassland, and Wei Qing has always been cautious and has personally gone to Beiguan to patrol. "
Huo Qubing said firmly: "The mist in the grassland is covering all sides, and they don't want us to know their combat intentions.
But it is not difficult to guess that Yu must reorganize his internal affairs, and then concentrate all his efforts on fighting my big man. "
The queen smiled not far away and said: "In this case, shouldn't we take the initiative to attack the Huns before they are ready? Wouldn't it be appropriate?"
"My aunt said the opposite."
Huo Qubing said hoarsely: "Let the Xiongnu prepare accordingly. When he feels that he has completed his preparations and is confident that he can fight my big man again, he will give him a head-on blow and complete his victory in one battle."
He also said: "If we attack the Xiongnu now, no matter when we fight, our big Han will have the upper hand in terms of national strength and military strength, so why should we be afraid of them adjusting the various ministries.
He gathered strength, just what I wanted! "
The emperor said: "Okay, I have the advantage in this battle, so let's wait until the time comes and defeat them all in one battle."
"How long do you think it will take to get ready for Qubing?"
"With Yudu's reputation, strength and ability to command troops, he can be ready in a month or two at most."
Huo Qubing raised his eyes and looked south.
He had an inexplicable feeling that some special changes seemed to have occurred in Yudu, adding new variables to the conflict between the Han and the Huns.
The emperor left Huo Qubing and Liu Qing to have dinner in the palace.
When the couple left the palace, it was getting late.
Return home by car, take a shower and change clothes, then return to the dormitory.
Huo Qubing showed Liu Qing a set of leather scrolls and several gifts from the Brahmans.
Liu Qing thought it was novel at first, but after a while he realized that he had been fooled. He said angrily, "People with poisonous bodies spend all their time studying these things. No wonder they lose every battle."
What Huo Qubing took out was a set of illustrations and practice methods of the Great Joy Technique of Brahmanism.
Saint Huo Qubing didn't want the gift, so Ji Yantian kept the big joy scroll.
There is also a set of exquisitely crafted secret puppets made of unknown gemstones.
There are more than 20 villains, ingenious, with a strong body poisoning style, bright colors, performing Brahman religious secrets of joy, many tricks, and the style of the Han people is completely different.
Liu Qing was stunned when he saw it. Although he was shy, he was also curious and took a few more glances.
Poisonous people are really good at playing.
"My husband has been away for a month, and the date of his return coincides with the day to marry Zhuo Qingke. She has been looking forward to it for many days. Don't forget it."
Huo Qubing agreed: "How many days are left?"
"There are only three days left. If you come back later, you will miss it. Before you came back, Zhuo Qingke asked me about your itinerary in a roundabout way at least three or four times a day."
Liu Qing joked: "Take this set of your stuff and study it with her. I'm tired and need to go to bed early."
Waiting for Liu Qing to go to bed, Huo Qubing put on his clothes and left the dormitory.
He first came to the study room, sat quietly for a moment, adjusted his strength, and then sank his thoughts into the sea of consciousness to check the harvest after returning from the body poison.
It’s time to turn those gains into power.
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