As the relic of the Northern Wuhuan chieftain, he was well aware that in order to develop and strengthen the tribe, in addition to military force, the most important thing was to have the help of strategists.

The Western Xianbei leader Tanshihuai and their old rival, the Eastern Xianbei leader Murong Tu, were able to develop so rapidly precisely because they plundered a large number of Han scholars to help them develop and plan.

Therefore, after Han Qing and others were brought back to the camp of the Northern Wuhuan, Sheli attached great importance to them. Through conversations and tests, the knowledge and wisdom shown by Han Qing, Li Ru and others surprised Sheli greatly, and he relied on them quite a lot.

Relic looked at Han Qing, Li Ru and the others and said with a smile, "Hehe~ You are all my right-hand men. If you need anything, just say the word and I will do my best to meet your needs!"

Han Qing hurriedly said respectfully, "Lord Sheli's willingness to take us in is already an immense favor. We dare not ask for more!"

"Yes! If it weren't for Lord Relic, we wouldn't know where we would be buried!"

Li Ru and the others behind him echoed his sentiments, looking at the relic with immense gratitude.

"Haha~ That young emperor of Han is utterly incompetent, and treacherous officials hold sway in the court, causing many talented individuals to be persecuted. Han is courting its own destruction!"

Reli was clearly pleased with Han Qing and the others' attitude, laughing heartily while also mocking Liu Hong and the big man.

"Lord Sheli is right. The Han Dynasty is already rotten. If things continue like this, its destruction is not far away!" Han Qing echoed.

Just as Han Qing finished speaking, a young man behind Han Qing frowned slightly, looked at Han Qing's back, and a murderous glint flashed in his eyes. However, he quickly returned to normal. Apart from Li Ru beside him, no one else noticed his abnormality.

Then, the relic looked at Han Qing and the others, and said in a righteous and loud voice, "That's right. Now that we have the help of you gentlemen, we have great prospects. In the future, I will definitely help you get back everything you have lost!"

"We are willing to do our best to plan for Lord Relic and assist him in achieving his great cause!" Han Qing, Li Ru and others said in unison.

"I have invited you gentlemen here today because I have something I wish to ask you!"

Relic nodded with satisfaction at Han Qing and the others' attitude, then explained the reason for calling them over, while a look of worry appeared on his face.

"Oh? What can I ask you, Lord Relic?" Han Qing asked, his expression shifting.

Reli sighed and said in a deep voice, "As you know, our army has been locked in a stalemate with those traitors and the Han army for more than a month, and we are suffering heavy losses every day. If we cannot defeat them and send them south to replenish our supplies, I'm afraid our army will not be able to continue!"

Han Qing frowned and said, "Lord Sheli, those traitors and the Han army together number more than 10,000, far exceeding our numbers. Moreover, their camps are interconnected, so if we attack them by force, we will definitely suffer heavy losses."

Therefore, I believe it would be best to hold out for a few more days, and only attack after the Han army has retreated!

"But... what if the Han army doesn't withdraw for a long time?" Sheli asked with a worried expression.

Han Qing smiled confidently, "Hehe~ Lord Sheli, there's no need to worry. We've suffered considerable losses, but the Han army has suffered even greater losses. Besides, the Han army has no intention of fighting to the death with our army."

If I'm not mistaken, the fact that they've held out this long is already the limit for those traitors. In a few days, the Han army will definitely withdraw!

"Alright then! We'll wait a little longer!"

Seeing Han Qing's confident demeanor, Sheli couldn't help but nod.

Just then, one of the relic's personal guards hurriedly walked in.

"Reporting to Your Excellency, according to the scouts, Huangfu Song led 5,000 Han soldiers and withdrew to Yuyang two days ago!"

"What did you say? The Han army really withdrew?"

Upon hearing the report from his personal guard, Sheli stood up and looked at the guard. Sheli, who had just been worrying about this matter, seemed somewhat incredulous upon hearing the news of the Han army's retreat.

The guard nodded and quickly said, "It's absolutely true. According to the scouts, they secretly entered the camp to check, and the Han army took everything they could carry, leaving only an empty camp! Moreover, after following them, it can be confirmed that the Han army is heading straight for Yuyang!"

"Good! Haha~ Mr. Han's plans were indeed flawless!! The Han army actually withdrew!"

Upon receiving confirmation from his subordinates, Sheli laughed heartily and praised Han Qing profusely.

Han Qing, standing to the side, smiled modestly and said, "This is all thanks to Lord Sheli. I was merely saying a few words. I really don't deserve such praise from Lord Sheli!"

"Mr. Han, there's no need for such modesty!"

Relic smiled at Han Qing, then asked, "Now that the Han army has withdrawn, should we send troops?"

After a moment's thought, Han Qing said, "Although the Han army has retreated, according to the scouts' report just now, it seems that the Han army did not retreat in a panic, but was prepared in advance."

Therefore, to prevent the Han army from suddenly turning back, I think it's best to be cautious and wait until we've confirmed their retreat to Yuyang before launching an attack!

After listening to Han Qing's analysis, the relic couldn't help but nod in agreement.

"I...that makes sense...then let's wait a little longer..."

"Lord Shariputra, I have something to say!"

Before the relic could finish speaking, Li Ru, who was standing to the side, quickly stood up.

"Oh? May I ask what Mr. Li's teachings are for me?"

Despite Li Ru's sudden interruption, Relic showed no displeasure. Instead, he looked at Li Ru with a questioning expression.

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