However, Lu Heng said, "Da Zhou has just ended the war and has no intention of invading the north. Wu Tejin Khan is doing this because he wants to take the opportunity to expand his territory. When I was with him earlier, he had already revealed this intention."
Qin Yining nodded in agreement. "Wu Tejin Khan is indeed very ambitious."
Now that the situation was clear, it was obvious why Si Qin had killed A Nari. She and Lu Heng were just taking the blame for Si Qin.
Therefore, since Si Qin had only mobilized the provisions in preparation for war, they had to intercept the provisions.
Firstly, Minuo was already short on provisions.
Secondly, they had brought so many people with them. Were they just sightseeing? How could they let go of the opportunity to stab Wu Tejin Khan in the back?
Thirdly, Qin Yining felt that this was the most important point. According to her observation, the Tatan were not very rich. They were a nomadic people, and their provisions were not as abundant as the Dayan. Intercepting their provisions was likely to delay the war and reduce some of the pressure on Pang Xiao.
Qin Yining did not need to be in the capital. As long as she calmed down and analyzed the situation, she knew that once the war started, regardless of whether it was in the north or the south, Li Qitian would definitely send Pang Xiao to battle. This was because Li Qitian did not trust Pang Xiao and would definitely not leave the safety of the capital to him.
Moreover, if Li Qitian wanted to murder Pang Xiao, Pang Xiao would be outside, and Li Qitian would be able to shirk responsibility.
Thinking about it this way, Pang Xiao was surrounded by danger. Qin Yining wished that she could immediately grow a pair of wings and fly back to the capital.
It was a pity that she could only try her best to advance towards the border.
While everyone was discussing in full swing, Qin Yining seemed to be a little absent-minded. When Lu Heng saw her frown, he could already guess what she was thinking, and his heart felt a little sour.
Even if Pang Xiao didn't protect her well, even if he was the one who went through hardships with her, Qin Yining would always only have Pang Xiao in his heart. He couldn't see anyone else. Lu Heng envied Pang Xiao's good luck to have such an outstanding woman treat him wholeheartedly. He also sighed at his own infatuation. He was afraid that he would never be able to get a return in this lifetime.
Everyone discussed for a while and finally decided that they had to get their hands on the rations.
With food, they could think of a way to bring their clansmen over. They could then find a safe place to start a new life.
Because of the rations, everyone was full of energy. Uncle Arhan led the scouts to scout twice and roughly guessed the route of the rations. Then, everyone gathered together to discuss the best place to ambush.
On the day of the operation, Lu Heng and Qin Yining were left in the camp. Uncle Arghan and Harbala led more than 500 clansmen. Chaganbala and the rest of the clansmen stayed behind to support at any time.
The battle went on for an entire day. The next day, Uncle Arghan successfully escorted the provisions back. Because Qin Yining and Lu Heng's plan was flawless, only one person died and three clansmen were injured. Not only did they steal the provisions, but they also wiped out the escorting troops.
This was already a rare miracle.
Uncle Arghan had a new understanding of Qin Yining and Lu Heng's intelligence. His admiration and respect for them could not be any greater. For a time, all the clansmen knew that Qin Yining and Lu Heng were two extremely outstanding military strategists. Their strategies were unparalleled and their plans were flawless. As long as they listened to their plans, they would definitely be able to obtain victory at the lowest cost.
After obtaining the provisions, Qin Yining and Lu Heng discussed the route. They did not stay in the same place for long. Instead, they rushed through the night to a valley that they had bypassed on their way here. Taking advantage of the heavy snow that would cover their tracks, they perfectly avoided the scouts that Si Qin had arranged.
At the same time, the news that the provisions had been intercepted quickly reached Si Qin's ears.
"What? Completely wiped out? Ben Khan arranged for more than a hundred elites. Each one of them could fight against ten people. How could they be wiped out so easily? Who could have done it? "
The general's face was ashen. When Si Qin roared, his face turned pale. He knelt down and saluted, "Please calm your anger, Your Highness. This subject is incompetent. Now that the roads have been blocked by the heavy snow, the situation outside is very bad. This subject … does not know who did it. When this subject sent people to investigate, only the corpses of the warriors were left in the camp. The provisions, horses, and weapons had all disappeared without a trace. "
"Disappeared without a trace?" Si Qin's voice was practically squeezed out from between his teeth. However, he pursed his lips and was still able to perfectly control his emotions and expression. He said neither too quickly nor too slowly, "Could it be that there really is an immortal who does not like our Tatan's strength and does not want us to avenge A Nari Khan? Is that why such a farce has occurred?"
"No, no! Your Highness, please do not think that way. This subject is useless and has allowed the evil thief to take advantage of this loophole. How could there be an immortal who does not protect us? "
"That's right, Your Highness. Now that the provisions have been lost, there must be traces. This subject will immediately order people to closely investigate. We will definitely find the whereabouts of the provisions! We must not let our provisions disappear into thin air! "
Si Qin nodded and said, "If that's the case, then Ben Khan is relieved. Ben Khan also believes that we are a country under the protection of the gods. He also believes that no one would use witchcraft to quietly take away the provisions. "
When the ministers came out of the palace, they were blown by the cold wind. Only then did they realize that their backs were soaked in cold sweat. When the wind blew past, their bodies were cold.
Utejin Khan was truly a mighty Khan. He did not need to get angry. With just a few words, he was even more frightening than A Nari Khan when he was angry.
Utejin Khan clearly did not fly into a violent rage just now, but they were already trembling from the depths of their souls. This was the true majesty of an Emperor.
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Pang Xiao also received a letter from a pigeon.
The Tatan provisions had been intercepted and disappeared without a trace. Now that Si Qin's people were investigating the whereabouts of the provisions, the date of the war might be delayed.
Pang Xiao's heart trembled as soon as he saw it. Although there was no evidence, and he did not see it with his own eyes, Pang Xiao was still certain that the matter of the provisions had something to do with Qin Yining.
Si Qin was very good at conducting himself. After ascending to the throne, not only did he treat the ministers well, he also exempted the common people from paying taxes. He also improved the lives of many slaves. Now, all of the Tatan people revered Utejin Khan as a benevolent ruler.
The unity of the Tatan had reached an unprecedented level in the past fifty years.
Tatan wanted to avenge A Nari Khan and wanted to start a war. He believed that no one would think of robbing the provisions. He also believed that Si Qin would arrange for elites to transport the provisions. Ordinary bandits would not be able to steal the provisions.
Therefore, Pang Xiao concluded that the matter of the provisions must have been premeditated by someone.
And Qin Yining had the most motive to do so. This was because doing so could relieve the pressure on Da Zhou, which was equivalent to relieving the pressure on him. Pang Xiao never doubted Qin Yining's intelligence and ability. Knowing that she was still alive had made him happy for several days. Now that she still had the energy to do such a big thing, Pang Xiao was pleasantly surprised.
Pang Xiao quietly went to Qin Huaiyuan.
When Qin Huaiyuan heard the news, he could not help but laugh, "This girl, I thought that she had to suffer a lot outside. Who knew that she would have the ability to rob other people's provisions? At least now I don't have to worry about her not being able to eat her fill outside."
Pang Xiao also laughed, but after laughing, he was a little worried, "What if I guessed wrong and Sister Yi didn't do it? She might still starve. Tatan is colder than Beijing. Sister Yi was born in the south. I'm afraid that she won't be able to adapt. "
When Qin Huaiyuan heard this, he could not help but chuckle at Pang Xiao's worry about personal gains and losses.
"Don't worry, I can confirm that it was indeed Sister Yi who did it. Today, I received news from the Cao family from the Tatan border. Although the matter of Sister Yi and Lu Heng killing A Nari Khan cannot be confirmed, they have already left Dadu with the Tatan Minuo Tribe. They are now being pursued by Si Qin. "
"Minuo Tribe? It used to be one of the most powerful Tatan tribes. However, it is said that they were severely persecuted by A Nari Khan. There are not many young adults left in the tribe. "
"Yes, it's this tribe. Every regime is not an iron bucket. It is not without loopholes. Now that Utejin Khan is trying to curry favor with the Tatan people, he is using the bad things that she did when she was A Nari Khan to set off his current benevolence. "
When Pang Xiao heard this, he fell silent.
Si Qin's methods were extremely frightening.
From the day that Si Qin approached A Nari, he had been scheming. Even when he helped A Nari seize power, he had already paved the way for himself in the future. Such sinister and meticulous thoughts made one tremble in fear.
Pang Xiao could not help but think of himself.
The person sleeping next to him was also very smart and a person of unparalleled wisdom. However, she would not harm him, only help him. Even when she was in danger, she did not forget to lead people to steal Si Qin's provisions to reduce the pressure on him. Not to mention the help she had given him in the disaster area.
Pang Xiao felt as if his body and mind were soaked in honey.
However, the more it was like this, the more the bone-piercing longing for her invaded his blood. If possible, Pang Xiao wished that Qin Yining could stay by his side safely. Even if she could not help him, it did not matter as long as she could accompany him safely.
"Si Qin is so cunning. Sister Yi's situation in Tatan is very dangerous now." Pang Xiao frowned worriedly. "If possible, I would have gone to Tatan myself and brought her back."
Qin Huaiyuan patted Pang Xiao's shoulder comfortingly. "Don't be too anxious. Things have not reached that stage yet. Sister Yi is with the Minuo tribe now. Although we don't know the details, one thing is for sure. Sister Yi is safe for the time being. Right now, our relationship with the Tatars is tense. If you act rashly, it won't be a joke if you are accused of treason. Don't forget that your life and death doesn't only represent you. "
Pang Xiao smiled bitterly and helplessly.
It was because he knew that he had responsibilities that he could not shirk that he could only helplessly wait here for news. Otherwise, he would have rushed to Tatan long ago.
While the father-in-law and son-in-law were worried about Qin Yining, Qin Yining hugged Cao Yuqing happily.
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