Gao Manzheng led the team back to Mayi. While walking back, he asked, "Young Master Du, what's the result of this diplomatic mission?"
With a smile on his face, Du Qi said, "The result of this diplomatic mission is that the Turks and the Tang dynasty have signed a truce agreement. The Turks have agreed not to invade the south anymore. "
"But the Tang dynasty will open a market at the border of Daizhou for trade between the two sides."
"This is the basic condition."
"Of course, the Turks will arrange Shbarghan Tuli as an envoy to go south to Chang 'an."
Du Qi said, "Shbarghan going south as an envoy is the greatest sincerity."
Gao Manzheng was surprised, "The Turks actually agreed to let Shbarghan Tuli go south as an envoy to Chang 'an. How is this possible? You know, once war breaks out, Shbarghan will be in an awkward position in Chang 'an, and he will be a hostage. "
With a smile on his face, Du Qi said, "Even so, Shbarghan is still willing to go south to Chang 'an. After all, he hopes to reach an agreement with the Tang dynasty to let the Tang dynasty support him, so that he can contend with Xieli Khan. "
Gao Manzheng suddenly said, "Young Master Du, Xieli is not a person who pays attention to integrity. Although he has agreed on the surface, even if Shbarghan is sent as an envoy, he may still continue to go south. "
Du Qi said with a straight face, "General Gao and I have the same concerns. According to my speculation, before Shbarghan goes south to Chang 'an, the Turks will send a large number of troops to invade the south. "
"This war is the key."
"If the Tang dynasty wins this war, then there will be a real non-aggression agreement between the Tang dynasty and the Turks, or the Turks will not dare to invade the south, then the pact will be effective."
"If the Tang dynasty is defeated in this war, even if there is a pact, it will not restrict the Turks much. On the contrary, the Tang dynasty will be restrained and suppressed by the Turks. "
Du Qi said, "In short, I think the peace between countries is still based on the strength of the two countries. Without this foundation, all the pacts are just paper. "
Gao Manzheng nodded and said, "Young Master Du is right."
He felt that Du Qi's analysis was reasonable.
For strong countries, even if they had signed an alliance, it could be torn apart at any time. However, for the weaker countries, the treaty was binding and had a certain degree of deterrence.
After thinking for a while, Gao Manzheng said, "Then what should I do in this battle where the Turks are likely to go south? Now, should I immediately announce to the outside world that I have pledged allegiance to the Tang dynasty and declared war on Xieli Khan of the Tujue? "
"No, there's no need!"
Du Qi answered immediately.
Du Qi's eyes flickered sharply as he said, "Yang Shanjing's identity was not exposed. This means that the Turks don't know that you have already pledged allegiance to the Tang dynasty for the time being. "
"Thus, my plan is for you to continue relying on the Turks. When the war starts, not only can you provide information for the Tang dynasty, but you can also provide support. "
"At that time, you will be able to make even greater contributions."
"It will also be helpful to the overall situation."
Du Qi continued, "In addition, you have made a great contribution and pledged allegiance to the Tang dynasty. It will also be more beneficial for you. This is my plan. "
Gao Manzheng said, "Okay, we will do as you said. For the time being, I will not change. "
Du Qi nodded.
Although the news that Gao Manzheng met with Du Qi and his team was not blocked, it would not have a big impact even if it was spread. The reason was very simple. Du Qi and his team had already passed by Mayi when they went north.
Therefore, no one would suspect that there was any relationship between the two sides.
Gao Manzheng said, "So, Young Master Du will not stop at Mayi when you go south?"
"No!"
Du Qi said, "Once we reach Mayi, we will replenish our supplies and continue to go south. Next, our destination is Gate of Yan. We will return to Gate of Yan and prepare for the battle with the Turks. The Turks will definitely go south and fight a battle. Only after this battle, the Turks will know that the Tang dynasty is not so easy to deal with. Only then will they really behave. "
Gao Manzheng said, "Young Master Du is right."
He had great trust in Du Qi's arrangement and believed that under Du Qi's arrangement, the Tang dynasty would definitely win this battle. Only when the Tang dynasty won and he changed his banner and announced his allegiance to the Tang dynasty, the Turks would not dare to act rashly.
The team went south.
When they arrived at Mayi, Du Qi and his team replenished their supplies and continued to go south, straight to Gate of Yan.
On this day, in the Turks' King's tent.
Xieli sat on the main seat while the others took their seats. Tuli Khan, Shobo Khan, Kang Sumi, Si Mo and the others were all gathered here. Everyone's expression was incomparably solemn.
Xieli's expression was solemn as he clenched his fists and said loudly, "I believe all of you already know the reason why I gathered all of you here today."
"Although we have an agreement with the Tang dynasty to not send troops to invade the Tang dynasty's border."
"But this agreement has to be fulfilled after the battle. Therefore, in this battle, we Turks will send troops south to attack Daizhou, take down Gate of Yan, and once again kill our way into the Tang dynasty's territory. "
"After we return, we will fulfill our agreement with the Tang dynasty."
"Under this premise, Shobo Khan going to the Tang dynasty as a diplomatic envoy is tantamount to a demonstration and inspection. When the Tang dynasty's emperor sees Shobo Khan, he will not have the courage. "
Xieli said with certainty, "This kind of result is more beneficial for us."
Kang Sumi praised, "Khan is wise. Just give the order. The people in my tribe have been waiting impatiently for a long time. Please give the order to send troops quickly. "
Si Mo said, "Please give the order."
Shobo Khan also said, "Please give the order!"
The rest of the Turks also spoke one after another. For the Turks, they were looking forward to going south to plunder, because only this kind of plunder could they get a big harvest and enough women and money.
"Send troops!"
Khan Xieli gave the order.
Once the order was given, everyone responded in unison. They then left the main tent to gather their own troops.
But when the Turks were preparing to send troops, Yang Lizhi's heart was extremely anxious. Because Yang Shanjing led more than a thousand men to the Mayi border to kill Du Qi's group. Until today, there was no news at all.
"Ta! Ta!! "
A series of footsteps came from the entrance of the tent.
Yang Lizhi thought that her maidservant had returned, and an expectant look appeared on her face. But the next moment, Yang Lizhi's expression changed, because the person who came in was not her maid, but Khan Xieli.
Yang Lizhi's heart was as disgusted as if she had eaten a fly. But she had to show a smile on her face. She bowed and said respectfully, "Khan!"
Xieli nodded and pointed at the bed.
Yang Lizhi's charming face twitched. Facing the powerful Xieli, she really did not have the chance to refuse.
She could only lie down and let Xieli do whatever he wanted.
After Xieli let out a loud roar, he picked up his belt and quickly put on his clothes. He then said, "This khan is going to lead the troops to attack the Gate of Yanmen, during this period of time, you must stay in the King's tent obediently, do not have any improper thoughts. Otherwise, when I come back, you cannot bear the consequences. "
Yang Lizhi lay on the bed, her breathing was still a little hurried. She nodded and did not say anything else.
After Xieli finished speaking, he strode away.
Not long after Xieli left, when Yang Lizhi was lying on the bed and licking her wounds, the maid came in. But when the maid saw this, she immediately knew what had just happened.
She did not report the news, but first fetched hot water to help Yang Lizhi wash up.
After Yang Lizhi finished washing up and changed into new clothes, the maid said, "Princess, there is no news of the people Yang Shanjing brought out. Now there is no trace of them, not even a shadow can be found. "
"How is that possible?"
Yang Lizhi's face was full of disbelief.
The territory of the Turks, and even further south to the Shuo Province, were all under the jurisdiction of the Turks. It was impossible for Yang Shanjing and more than a thousand people to suddenly disappear.
The maid also shook her head to show that she did not understand. Because the spies she sent out could not find any trace.
Yang Lizhi sighed dejectedly and said, "Could it be that Yang Shanjing was killed? The soldiers under his command were also killed. Otherwise, it is impossible that there is no news at all. The problem is that Yang Shanjing is very strong and Du Qi is very weak! "
The maid said, "It is very likely that he was killed."
Yang Lizhi sighed dejectedly, her eyes revealing a look of despair. She said, "Could it be that the heavens do not bless the Great Sui? I sent Yang Shanjing to kill Du Qi, but in the end, Yang Shanjing and the others disappeared. There is not even the slightest bit of news. "
Seeing this, the maid was speechless.
She also did not know what to do in the current situation.
Yang Lizhi waved her hand, and the maid retreated. Yang Lizhi sat alone in the tent and did not have any other thoughts. Because in the current situation, she was also at her wit's end. She could only pray that when Xieli went south to attack Yanmen, he would also kill Du Qi, Zhangsun Shunde and the others, provoking a war with the Tang dynasty.
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