166 Exile (1)
Seeing his eldest daughter being snatched away by the enemy, King Yel Khan was furious and said, "Why did you let your sister go? ”
"Why did my sister suddenly appear on the battlefield, father, haven't you thought about it?" Yeleyi asked rhetorically.
It's okay not to mention this matter, but as soon as this matter is mentioned, King Yele Khan is furious, "Except for her own thoughts, can anyone force her to walk from Parjia Xitang to Danyang?" Her heart is long gone. ”
"Since you all know that her heart is no longer in the Chishui Ministry, why should she force it to stay?"
"If you let her follow Tuoba Yan, you can have a good end?" Yele Khan said, "Tuoba is cruel, how can your sister's safety be guaranteed." ”
When Ye Leyi heard this, the corners of her mouth rose slightly, she knew that her father still valued family affection.
"Father, rest assured, Tuoba Yan has someone by his side, who can keep his sister safe."
"Who is it?" King Yel asked.
"Qin Luo."
Hearing the name Qin Luo from Yeleyi's mouth again, the Great Khan of Yeleyi asked, "He? Why did he stand up for your sister? ”
"Qin Luo is a person who values love and righteousness, and if his daughter saves his life, he will naturally repay the favor."
"Is that all?" The Great Khan of Yel would have been skeptical of this claim.
Ye Leyi's eyes flickered a little, she avoided her father's inquiring eyes, pretended not to care, and said, "Of course." ”
The days of exile were the most difficult, not only because they had no fixed home, but also because they had no purpose and no hope. Tuoba Yan led his brigade to the Zhanlu steppe first, which was adjacent to the border of Southern Chu and had not yet been invaded by the Chishui Ministry. However, the Sugesalang steppe, which is adjacent to the Chishui Department in the north, is probably already the Shu land of the Chishui Ministry.
The defender of the Zhanlu steppe is still Ji Li Kalang, the young man who once lost to the Black Rock Department and wanted to apologize with death, but was saved by Alem.
Qin Luo also had a little impression of Ji Li Kalang, at that time he was rescued by Alem and brought back to Danyang City, and later defended the city with everyone, and Tuoba Yan let him return to the Zhanlu steppe and continue to serve as the commander.
Because of this, Ji Li Kalang was loyal to Tuoba Yan, and at this moment Tuoba Yan suffered, Ji Li Kalang did not say a word, and resolutely stood on Qingyun's side, settling the brigade that fled from Danyang City.
"The last general is late, please forgive the Khan!" Gilikalang knelt on one knee and put his right hand on his left shoulder, bowing to the Khan.
This is the highest etiquette of Xiang Qiang, representing loyalty and reverence. This move also represents Gilicarang loyalty to the Khan. Tuoba Yan looked at Ji Li Kalang with emotion and helped him up, "The Central Plains has a saying, 'The road knows the horsepower, and the people will see the hearts of the people over time.'" 'General Jilikarang's loyalty is as firm as a green mountain. ”
"Khan!" Jili Kalang also looked at Tuoba Yan with emotion, "The Khan spared me from the death penalty and let me guard this meadow, and the general is grateful." This time Danyang suffered, and the last general hated not being able to reinforce Danyang and share his worries for the Khan. ”
"You don't have many guards, it's good that you can keep the Zhanlu prairie for me." Tuoba said.
The second prince interjected: "If it weren't for the Zhanlu Prairie, we wouldn't know where to go. General Jilikarang, the khan has not rested for several days, let's settle first. ”
"Please." Ji Li Kalang turned sideways and said, "I have already ordered the slave girl to prepare mare's milk tea, please rest in the tent first." ”
Tuoba Yan took a group of civil and military ministers to go in first, and on the other side, Jimmy took the female dependents such as the concubine Wei Wu, as well as a female slave, to the tent at the back to rest.
Alem was the last to enter the big tent, and he patted the Jili Karang who was guarding the door, and said with a wink, "Meet again." ”
"General Zuo." Jili Karang was also very happy to see Alem. When they were guarding Danyang City, they got along with each other day and established a deep friendship.
"Let's go in first." Alem said, and took Jili Kalang into the account with him. At this time, the khan was already sitting on the throne, and the second prince and his clan were sitting on the left side. Qin Luo and the Great Wizard sat on the right side. Everyone was grim-faced, and there was no singing or dancing in the tent, which looked a little lifeless.
Alem pulled Jili Karang and sat next to Abutai and Khutulu. Seeing the strange atmosphere in the big tent, Alem asked General Kutulu in a low voice, "What's the matter?" ”
General Kutulu replied: "The second prince held Qin Luo accountable for not guarding Danyang City. ”
At this moment, Tuoba Yan spoke: "Danyang City is lost, I don't blame Qin Luo, nor do I blame the clan relatives. If the second brother wants to blame, blame me. ”
"Xiang Qiang's rule, if the place guarded by someone is lost, the local guard must be beheaded in public as a punishment." The second prince frowned, "How does the khan favor this Chu man?" ”
Qin Luo frowned, wanting to stand up and speak. Tuoba Yan took the lead and said, "I took away the defenders of Danyang City, they are already short of troops. Besides, the great master has been martyred, and Qin Luo was almost killed by Yele Zharon's staff, how many more people do you want to die? ”
"Second prince, forget it." The Great Wizard said, "Qin Luo didn't surrender to the Yele clan, he is worthy of Qingyun and Khan." The second prince is held accountable like this, which is chilling. ”
"In the current eventful season, it is the time to employ people. Lord Qin once led the Qingyun Iron Guard to defeat the elite of the Chishui Tribe, and he was a rare talent. Someone else said.
In the battle against the Chishui Ministry, Qin Luo behaved like a loyal minister who was dedicated to Qingyun. Those who once doubted him are now convinced of him, but only the second prince Tuoba Ling is still skeptical.
"Khan." Qin Luo finally stood up and knelt in the big tent, "Guilt should be punished, it is Xiang Qiang's rule." The Khan doesn't have to break the ancestral rules for me. ”
"Qin Luo!" Tuoba looked at Qin Luo sympathetically, and glared at the second brother with some anger. The Great Master is dead, and now he doesn't want to kill Qin Luo and let himself lose another advisor.
"Khan, the last general has something to say." At this time, Jili Kalang suddenly stood up, "Although it is a rule set by our ancestors, there are times when it is an exception. It was a capital crime to lose the Zhanlu prairie that year. It was General Zuo's intercession and Khan's forgiveness, which allowed the last general to live until now and be able to redeem his merits. ”
Tuoba Yan glanced at Ji Li Kalang appreciatively, "Since there is a precedent for this, and the second brother did not object at that time, it is better to ......"
"Death crimes can be avoided, but living crimes cannot be escaped." The second prince hurriedly replied, "Qin Luo should be demoted to a slave and punished with fifty rods." ”
"Second brother, why are you so aggressive." Tuoba Yan couldn't bear it anymore, and was about to turn his face on the spot with Tuoba Ling.
"Khan, that's what the second prince said." Qin Luo said, "Before the Khan set out on the expedition, he ordered me to be in charge of Qingyun's internal affairs, and Danyang City was lost, so I should be severely punished." ”
Qin Luo raised his eyes and shook his head slightly towards Tuoba Yan. In today's situation, it is even more important for brothers to work together, and Tuoba Yan also understands what Qin Luo means. He looked at Qin Luo with pity, "Just according to what the second brother said, but Qin Luo has injuries on his body, so write down the fifty canes first." ”
The second prince originally wanted to kill Qin Luo, but now he can take the power in Qin Luo's hands, which is also a good thing. So he also took a step back and stopped caring.