. The army that conquered Xixia in ancient times. Loaded with rich loot. Go through the wall. Across the green grassland. Run towards the countryside.
It took a year to conquer Xixia. It was summer when I went. It was autumn when I came back. But the breath of winter is already upon us. The biting cold wind has made a whining cry. Announce to the sky the coming of winter.
??For the Mongols who are accustomed to fighting. Spend a year fighting the war. It's a very common thing. Look at the trophies around you. Every soldier had a satisfied smile on his face. Knowing that when he returns to the grassland, he will be loved and admired by everyone.
Is there anything happier in the world than going home with a big trophy?
These Mongolian warriors agreed that there was no such thing. same. They were so happy that they didn't realize that Ogedai Khan, their supreme commander, had not appeared in front of them for a long time. But that big tent with a golden roof was pulled by dozens of strong horses. Always following the team. So no one suspected that there was something wrong with their sweating. I thought he just didn't want to come out.
"Although these soldiers" are regrettable, it is not unacceptable. Compared with knowing the news that Wokuotai is dying, this cover-up is actually an urgent necessity.
It¡¯s not dark yet. An order was sent to Jin's tent: Yuan camped for three days!
A somewhat abrupt order. Captain. The centurions were a little strange though. But he still carried out the military order faithfully. Only a few captains of ten thousand gathered outside the golden-domed tent with worried expressions. Asking something. Among them is Tuo|". When he saw Yelu Chucai coming out of the tent with a worried look on his face, Tuo Lei was the first to step forward. He asked in a low voice: "Master Zhongshu. How is the condition of Dahan?¡±
Ye Chucai sighed with a very heavy expression. Shaking his head: "The Khan is letting you in. Maybe he wants to give you his last words!" After speaking, he sighed again. He also gave Tuo Lei a meaningful look.
Tuo Lei was shocked when he heard this. Take care of other things. He went straight to the golden-domed tent and other high-ranking generals followed him in. Yelu Chucai looked around. Now the big tent is surrounded by guards from the old camp. On the periphery is Xue Jun. I felt relieved immediately. Turn around and walk into the big tent.
In the big tent at this moment. The originally divine Wokuotai complexion turned sallow. Lying weakly on the sheepskin felt. Breathing weakly. It looks like he will die at any moment. The Mongolian generals who came in were so frightened that they did not dare to make any unnecessary noise, and they all approached quietly and cautiously.
A shaman stood beside Wokuotai and muttered something. My whole body was shaking and shaking. There is a bowl of water in front of him. With his shaking at this moment. The bowl of water ripples continuously without any touch. The situation is both surprising and strange.
Although Mongolia pays attention to religious freedom, most of these people believe in shamans even if they do not believe in them. I don't dare to disturb the wizard's practice at this time. To avoid being labeled as disturbing the gods. A hat designed to murder the Khan.
The wizard trembled for a long time. Suddenly his body stiffened. His face was pious and focused. Like listening to something.
after awhile. The wizard's body relaxed and his closed eyes slowly opened and then looked at the crowd of spectators. He glanced around and finally landed on Wo Kuotai. He said with a very painful expression: "The warning came from Changshengtian just now. It said that the Great Khan conquered Xixia. He killed too many people. He angered the protector god of Xixia. Therefore, he was cursed. Now I have passed the procedure. Please first send down the magic power of the Great Khan to protect me. His descendants. Transferred the power of the curse to this bowl of water. Now as long as someone close to the Khan drinks this bowl of water, the Khan can be freed from the curse and restored to health!" After the wizard finished speaking, he stepped aside. His face was dull. Only the bowl of cursed water that had returned to calm appeared in front of everyone.
The spectators looked at each other for a moment. There was no sound for a long time!
"Does this person who is close to the Great Khan have any specialties?" Yelu Chucai suddenly asked. Break the silence!
"Father and son. Brothers. Husband and wife. They are all relatives. It's just that the situation of the Great Khan is extremely critical. I'm afraid it won't be until tomorrow. A decision needs to be made as soon as possible!" The wizard said with a cold face. Said without any direction.
The wizard finished his words. Everyone's eyes were on Tuo Lei. Wokuotai went on an expedition this time. I only brought some of the honorable ministers and generals from the grassland. As for the princes and grandsons. Because he participated in the Western Expedition. So I was ordered to go to the grassland by Wo Kuotai. Tou Lei Ruifu asked for it. Nor will he go on an expedition with him.
Now we are talking about the people closest to Wo Kuotai. Except tow mines. No one else! Everyone was watching Tuo|". His face turned red. He turned blue. He looked at the clear and translucent bowl of cursed water in front of him. He had mixed feelings in his heart! And everyone else also looked at Tuo Lei. No one urged him. Refuting the wizard's words. There was a strange silence in the big tent!
"Fourth brother. Ahem. Is Fourth here?" During the stalemate. Wo Kuotai, who was dying, suddenly shouted. Attract everyone's attention. Tuo Lei stepped forward quickly. Hold on to Wokuotai. He shouted emotionally: "Third brother. Tuo Lei is here!"
Wo Kuotai struggled to catch Tuo Lei. But I tried several times but couldn't do it. Tou Lei caught it with his backhand. Making him smile with satisfaction. With trembling lips, he said: "II may go to accompany Father Khan. You promise me. After I go to see Father Khan, I will inherit the throne of Great Khan. Otherwise, I will not be reconciled to death!" After finishing speaking. He looked at Tuo Lei with a look that was mixed with pleading and expectation.
Hearing this, Wokuotai, who had a sallow complexion, could not forget this matter. Thinking of the feelings between brothers in the past. Tolui became excited instantly. Hug Wokuotai. He shouted loudly: "Third brother, nothing will happen to you. Isn't it just a curse? I, Lei, have killed countless people in my life. I have also killed people in Zhongxing City. If there is any curse, just let them come to me!" Let go of Wo Kuotai. Stand up suddenly. Pick up the bowl of cursed water. He raised his head and drank.
After drinking. Throw the bowl away. viciously
Wizard: "Isn't that right? My third brother will get better!"
The wizard still said expressionlessly: "Your Majesty has a deep brotherly love. The Great Khan will be fine. Please rest assured, Your Majesty. I have used my life to express my sincerity to Changshengtian. I will definitely make Changshengtian feel your sincerity "The words came out suddenly. Then his body swayed. The whole person fell down.
Yelu Chucai stepped forward and helped the wizard up. Try snorting. Finally shook his head. Indicates that he has! Now the people in the big tent did not dare to doubt the division's words. Even if I was dubious just now. But now I see the wizard like this. I am not sure anymore, maybe there is something ghostly and divine happening.
"Carry this wizard out. He gave up his life for the Great Khan. The Immortal God will definitely bless him!" Yelu Chucai said with compassion. People carried the wizard out. Then look at Wokuotai. Found him falling asleep again.
"Fourth Prince, the matter is like this. Let's take a look for now. Maybe the sweat will get better in a few days!" Yelu Chucai looked at Tuo Lei, who looked a little pale. Speak the proposal lightly.
Tuo Lei looked at Wo Kuo and then at Yelu Chucai and said, "Take good care of third brother!" After that, he hurried out.
Looking at the back of Tuo Lei as he leaves. Yelu Chucai stared at it for a long time!
Three days later, Wokuotai, who was barely breathing, was able to walk. This news encouraged many generals. Even the soldiers cheered enthusiastically when they saw the long-lost Khan appeared. Some of the original rumors immediately ceased.
? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? just keep going. He was just as strong as an ox and full of energy. He gradually lost weight when he was about to reach Hara and Linwei. He finally fell ill and developed a high fever. In less than half a day, he was already unconscious and talking nonsense.
After listening to Wo Kuotai. Extremely nervous. Not only did he order the army to suspend him, he also personally took care of Tuo Lei for several days. Staying close to each other made everyone feel the deep brotherhood of the Khan.
But Tuo Lei¡¯s condition became worse day by day. On the fifth day. The whole army knows it. Their invincible hero. The brave and fearless Tuo Lei is about to be recruited by Changsheng Tianen. Return to Xian Dahan. The whole army burst into tears. The entire Zhengxia army was on the verge of grief. Many people were kneeling on the grass. Pray sincerely to heaven. I hope they can return Mr. Tuo Lei to them temporarily. Let him lead the Mongolian warriors to achieve more glory.
Tuo Lei suddenly woke up when he was dying. Looking at the sad Wo Kuotai in front of him. There was a complicated look in his eyes. Extremely strenuous. But he said very sincerely: "Third brother, I'm sorry to bother you."
Nods fiercely. Wokuotai said categorically: "Fourth brother, please rest assured!"
Tuo Lei seemed to want to smile. In the end, it turned into a faint bitter smile that froze on his face. The breath slowly fades away. Finally returned to nothingness!
"Fourth brother" Wo Kuotai let out a heartbreaking howl. Let everyone else understand what's going on.
Everyone looked in the direction of the tow mine. Caress your breasts slowly!
The ninth year of the Song Dynasty | February. The fourth son of Genghis Khan. Commander of the Western Expedition. Tuo Lei, who enjoyed the glory of the new army god in Mongolia, died of illness!
The news of Tuo Lei¡¯s death soon spread throughout the Mongolian plains. Everyone was in disbelief. When this news is confirmed. All the grass fell into grief.
Wokuotai held a grand funeral for Tuo Lei. And placed Tuo Lei's spiritual bag in the east hall of Genghis Khan's mausoleum. To express my gratitude to this younger brother.
This move also won the hearts of Mongolian herders. They believed that their Great Khan was a wise and kind lord who was kind and friendly.
To thank Wokuotai for everything he has done. Tuo Lei's eldest concubine instigated Lu Hetengni and Tuo Lei's children to publicly salute Wokuotai three times. To express gratitude to others
Tuo Lei was buried not long ago. The Odulahe barbarians also rushed back to the grassland. He betrayed the Song Dynasty. Send troops to capture the former Xixia. After the news of Wu Liang Hetai's death and the annihilation of the Xixia Economic Strategy Army were revealed one by one. Wokuotai danced like thunder. Let¡¯s take Song Dynasty¡¯s envoy Lu Ziyu and??Tiangang performed the surgery.
Yelu Chucai dissuaded him. He also said that Mongolia also had envoys in the Song Dynasty. Don't move lightly. Let the angry Wokuotai calm down. In the end, Lu Ziyu, Zhang Tiangang and others were only expelled.
After expelling the two people. Faced with the fact that China occupied Xixia's hometown. Wokuotai was very angry. Analysis by Yelu Chucai. The basic purpose of the Mongolian-Song Peace Treaty has been achieved. Mongolia regained its strength. And it¡¯s growing significantly. At the same time, Xixia has been destroyed. It was a good thing that the Song army sent troops to capture Xixia Gu. Because this prevented Mongolia from attacking the Song army's strong fortresses. The main force of the Song Army in the northwest can be eliminated. It's more suitable than what I originally thought.
What he said made Wo Kuotai angry and happy. Although I am saddened by the death of Wu Liang Hetai. However, the summoning order of the Great Khan was issued again. Summon the power of the entire Mongol Khanate. Prepare to attack the Song Dynasty again. Even Batu, who returned to Fengdi, also received a summons order. Lead 30,000 elites to join in the grassland.
In the end, Yelu Chucai and others calculated that the number of troops in the attack on Song Dynasty would reach 400,000. Among them, there are about 100,000 Mongolian troops led by princes and ministers. Another 150,000 were from the conquered Western Liao. The Huihui Army was composed of Huamou and other Central Asian vassal areas. The other more than 100,000 were made up of strong slaves from other newly conquered areas. Among them, the original Xixia slaves accounted for 70,000 to 80,000. Shortly after the summoning order was issued, Wo Kuotai issued an edict to Tu Lei's Yilu Hetie Ni. Make her according to Mongolian customs. Marry his eldest son Guyu. Ruthenia euphemistically said to the messenger who came to convey the order: "How can I disobey the edict? But I want to raise my sons. Make them understand the truth. Help each other until they become adults and stand on their own feet."
After receiving the report, Wo Kuotai was about to continue sending people to persuade. Guyu, who didn't want to hear the news, suddenly ran away.
Protested loudly to Wo Kuotai. Ogedai, who declared that he would never marry the instigating and arrogant Mongolian high-level officials, became furious and beat Guyu hard. Then he personally summoned thousands of clan members and honorable ministers. His throne was inherited by his third son Kuo Chu and he followed the practices of Genghis Khan during his lifetime. Let the relatives, ministers and generals of this sect write a letter of guarantee. After his death. Let Kuo Chu succeed to the throne smoothly.
Guiyou, who was deprived of his inheritance rights, was indignant. It is very annoying to often use alcohol to cause trouble in Wuguotai. Finally, the mother of Guiyou, the eldest concubine of Ogedai, came forward. Guyu temporarily left Hala and Forest. Went to Genghis Khan and granted it to Ogedai. Just forget about it.
After confirmation of inheritance rights. Troops from all walks of life arrived one after another. At this time, Wokuotai did another thing. Just put it under the name of Qian Tuo Lei. In Xundusi, two thousand households under the control of Guizuluhetini, Xue Niti, one thousand households, was granted his second son Kuoduan. This move aroused the indignation of the Tolei tribe, believing that Ogodei had done something wrong, and asked Ruheteni to come forward and ask the Khan to withdraw the order.
Ruhetni was pacifying these tribesmen. Batu led an army of 30,000 to Harakhorin. Tuo Lei's eldest son Meng Ge and Kublai Khan, who had always been friendly with him, went to meet him and learned about Wokuotai's practices from Meng Ge's mouth. Batu was also a little worried that his subjects would be reduced by Kuotai for some reason. Just take the opportunity to meet me. Want to intercede on this matter. Let Wokuotai think about it again.
Wo Kuotai attaches great importance to the training. To show your trust in him. Place the point of meeting him in your own golden-roofed tent. and drove the other guards out. Only Kuo Duan and the national teacher Pa Siba were left. With Pasiba's cultivation. I believe that even if I want to do something, it will be impossible.
"I've seen the Great Khan!" Batu in his prime was extremely heroic. Much like the drag mines of yesteryear. This made Wo Kuotai feel a little uncomfortable. But his face is still very kind: "No need to be polite. You should call me third uncle! Hey, there are four of us brothers. Now I am the only one left. I feel sad just thinking about it."
"Thank you, Third Uncle!" They were all in a hurry. The first one said: "According to the order of the third uncle. Lead 30,000 people here. When will the Song Dynasty be attacked?"
Wotai smiled: "It's the end of May now. The weather is still very hot. The date of the expedition to the Song Dynasty is set in mid-June. Count the days of marching on the road. When we get there, we will almost spend the hottest summer. Just in time. Third uncle, look at the demeanor of eldest brother¡¯s descendants!¡±
They all said very confidently: "Batu will definitely not disappoint the third uncle. It's just the third uncle. Batu heard that you transferred the three thousand households in the fourth uncle's name to Kuochu's younger brother. Is that so?" he said. He also looked at Kuode who was standing to one side.
"Yes. It's true!" Wo Kuotai's face flashed with displeasure. "You also know that the Song Dynasty is about to be conquered. Kuo Chu doesn't have many soldiers and horses. And the fourth brother is new. I can't bear Brother Meng and the others to be damaged again. So I want them to rest at home. In order to make up for the lack of soldiers and horses, I did it. I made this decision. Do you think there's anything wrong?" He said later. There was obviously a hint of majesty in his tone. Obviously he didn't want Batu to get involved in this matter anymore.
They all hesitated slightly. He still said: "Third uncle. In the past, when grandpa was still alive, he would allocate the tribes. Third uncle would do this. I'm afraid it will make other people feel uneasy!"
"My father was a profuse sweater in the past. That's why he can "grow the grassland"?Pasture. And the third uncle is also sweating profusely now. For combat needs. It is also necessary to adjust the tribes. do not worry. Three, I will never go back on what I promised you. As long as the Song Dynasty, the Mongolian enemy, is defeated. Third uncle will definitely fulfill his promise. Let you build an independent country! "Wokuotai's tone was very sharp at first. Then he noticed something. He softened. In order to show his closeness, he even took a few steps forward to touch Batu to show his love for him.
This is originally a way for elders to express their feelings. But Batu didn't know why. I feel very annoyed. Feeling ashamed and angry at himself for not being able to get his third uncle to give up his thoughts, Wokuo stretched out his hand. Somehow, he gave me a push.
Wo Kuotai never expected that the other party would refuse. One is unprepared. He was actually pushed down. The people in the tent were shocked. The wide end responds fastest. He stepped up to support Wokuotai. And Pasiba's figure moved. Zan Zai was shocked. Just as he was about to step forward, he stood in front of Batu.
"Father Khan. What's wrong with you? Are you talking? Father Khan" Kuoduan hugged Wo Kuotai and kept shaking.
Wokuotai, who was hugged by Kuotuan, felt a pain in his neck. Then he looked at Kuoduan's lips trembling with disbelief. But made no sound. Kuoduan suddenly lowered his head with a look of horror on his face. Put your mouth to Wo Kuotai's ear. In a voice that only two people could hear, he said gloomily: "My dear father, when you gave up in the past, did you think about today? -Dan. My two brothers will die on your behalf. I don't want to die. I can only Take refuge in Song Dynasty|. I'm sorry. My dear father Khan. You should not have wanted to attack Song Dynasty."
Wo Kuotai understood instantly. Thinking of the multiple-choice question Zhao gave him in the past, he remembered the tragic death of Hedan Mieli who was given up. But Kuo Duan escaped inexplicably and remembered what Kuo Duan told him to beware of Ruhetni. Thinking of Kuoduan telling him privately about the benefits of meeting Batu alonehe understood everything. Holding on to the last glimmer of hope. He looked at Phagpa. But he saw his tall shadow blocking Batu who kept arguing.
Is he also an accomplice
With a glimmer of doubt. Wokuotai breathed his last. Eyes wide open. Gradually losing focus
"Father, please speak. Father" Kuoduan shouted anxiously. Finally, with red eyes, he shouted in the direction of Batu: "Batu, kill my father!"
ah. Both Batu and Basi were shocked. Pasiba moved. Then he came to Wokuotai. Touch Wokuotai's neck with your hands. His expression instantly darkened. Stretch out your hand. put in
|Behind. Try to help him calm down.
And the pale-faced Batu was about to follow over to check. He heard a soft shout coming from his ears: "Go quickly. Otherwise you will die!" Batu was awakened by the shout that came from nowhere. Wake up to your dangerous situation. No matter what Wokuotai is like. I definitely can't stay there for a long time.
Thinking of this. Batu turned and ran away. Open the tent. hurry.
After Batu escaped. Kuoduan, who was hugging Wo Kuotai, and Pa Siba, who was helping Wo Kuotai feel better, looked at each other at the same time. Neither party spoke. At the same time, a thought came into my mind: It turned out that the helper was him?
Not long after escaping from Batu. Kuoduan suddenly yelled crazily. I saw Batu leaving in a panic. Su Wei, who was hesitating whether to enter the tent, could no longer care about anything else. Rush into the big tent.
As soon as you enter the big tent. Just look at Basiba leaning on Wo Kuotai's back with his palms. Kuo Duan was shouting crazily. Their Khanwo Kuotai looked pale. Looking forward with wide eyes. The expression on his face seemed to be filled with infinite shock, anger and sadness.
"Great Khan. What happened?" Wo Kuotai was the captain of the guard when he was a prince. Duobute, the chief of guard during the Great Khan period, called out with doubts.
"It's Du. It's Batu who did it!" Wo Kuotai said nothing. Instead, he shouted loudly. And shouted to Dubute: "Stop Batu quickly. Don't let him run away!"
Duobute, who was already worried, quickly asked his men to chase him. Then he looked at Wokuotai again. But he found that Ba Siba took his palm back. With an extremely shocked and angry look on his face, he said: "Bedu used poisonous needles. The great sweat has passed away!"
ah. The news was like a bolt from the blue. It shocked Duobute and others into despair. I¡¯m at a loss and don¡¯t know what to do!
When Yelu Chucai news arrived. Then I saw Kuoduan and Pasiba placing the Wo Kuotai on the sheepskin felt. Duo Bu Te waited for Su Wei to look gray. Looks panicked!
Don¡¯t care about anything else. Yelu Chu used it to test Wokuotai's nose. Suddenly my head buzzed. Cold hands and feet. Throat is dry. The five inner beings are like burning. My whole body couldn't help but tremble slightly for a long time. Then he shouted in a hoarse voice: "What's going on? Did you do it?"
"Are you still asking? I'm going to ask you again. You Khitan dog. You were the one who asked Father Khan to summon Batu alone. Now Batu has killed Father Khan. You are an accomplice. Duobute. Give him to me Take it!" Kuoduan was like an angry lion. He pointed at Yelu Chucai and shouted loudly.
?He originally looked gloomy. "Inside" Duobu was frightened when he heard Kuoduan shouting like this. He suddenly remembered that it was Yelu Chucai's previous proposal. Let Wo Kuotai summon Batu alone and let himself stay outside the tent. If it weren't for Kuoduan Prince Chi. Neither Kuo Duan nor Pa Si Ba will remain in the tent.
What¡¯s more, I personally saw Batu running out of the sweat tent in panic. The murder of the Great Khan had nothing to do with Batu. He refused to believe it.
Could it be that he and Batu conspired. Kill the Khan?
The more I think about it, the more it makes sense. His eyes turned red instantly. He rushed toward Yelu Chucai fiercely. One punch knocked him down. Then he drew out his scimitar and was about to chop it down. Fortunately, he was stopped by the guard next to him. However, Yelu Chucai was controlled. That is, despite his protests. Drag him out of the golden tent.
At this moment, the Suwei who was chasing Batu reported that Batu fled into his military camp. He refused Su Wei's order to come to see the Khan. and engaged in hostile behavior.
If you were still doubting just now. Now it is certain that Batu is related to this matter. He is the murderer.
Dobute roared: "Batu, you dare to murder the Great Khan. Come with me. Kill Batu to avenge the Great Khan!" Dobute came out of the Great Khan's tent. Angrily, he summoned the guards. Prepare to attack Batu.
Yelu Chucai, who was driven out of the big tent, saw that Duobute wanted to gather people and horses to fight Batu. Suddenly beads of sweat broke out on his anxious forehead. It happened so suddenly. Too bizarre. He still hasn't figured it out yet. But I can feel that there must be a hidden meaning in this: there is no reason why Wokuotai will be harmed. This doesn't make sense.
The best thing to do now is for everyone to calm down. Make the question clear. If you are too excited, don't rush over. Civil war in Mongolia will be inevitable.
Think of these. Yelu Chucai, who was bent on planning for Mongolia, didn't care that he was still suspected. He stopped him loudly: "Duobute. Calm down. There are still many doubts about Dahan. Don't rush um" He hadn't finished yet. He was kicked aside by Duobute.
Kicked Yelu Chucai down. Don't get on your horse. He waved the steel knife in his hand. The Qingxue army who summoned the Great Khan's guards to go with him to the outskirts of Batu also learned about Batu's murder of Ogedei. Under the orders of Wanhu. Without much thought, he divided half of the people and followed Duobute to kill them.
Batu¡¯s military camp and Wokuotai¡¯s camp are very close to each other. This was originally a deliberate act of intimacy by Wo Kuotai. But now it became a source of confusion.
Duobute moved the Suwei and Qixue troops to attack Batu with great momentum. The news quickly spread around. In order to defeat the Song Dynasty. Plenty of king`. All the senior generals led their soldiers and horses to join here. See this scene now. Naturally shocked. Busy looking for acquaintances to ask about the situation.
soon. The news of Batu's murder spread among the camp. People who hear it for the first time don¡¯t believe it at first. Immediately after knowing that the Great Khan's guard chief and Xue Wanhu had led their troops to attack Batu's military camp. Then he panicked. Don't bother asking for news. One after another rushed to the Jinding tent to inquire about the situation.