Duke Dingguo nodded, his face showing even more joy.
The war at the border lasted for more than half a year, consuming a huge amount of manpower and financial resources. The people at the border also suffered a lot, and their lives were in dire straits.
Everyone wants to see this war end as soon as possible.
Over the next two days, as everyone expected, the Qin soldiers successfully recaptured Qingming County and expanded the area occupied by Qingshan County.
Under the arrangement of people from both sides, Murong Jian and Tuoba Yu also had a private meeting to discuss welcoming Tuoba Yu back to Beilun County.
"Murong Jian meant to enter from Qingshan County, and then arrive at Beilun County from here under the escort of the Murong clan and the Tuyuhun tribe."
Tuoba Yu pointed to the map and said to everyone, "After arriving in Beilun County, take control of the imperial city guards, rescue my father and queen, lead the army eastward, and capture Tuoba Duan. At that time, I would like to ask His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and the Duke to help us and defeat the rebels in one fell swoop."
"Don't worry, Prince Yu. I will definitely help you with everything that is within my responsibility." Qin Peiyou responded.
"Thank you, Your Highness." Tuoba Yu bowed, his eyes swept over He Yanxiu, then looked at Qin Peiyuan and bowed properly, "In addition, I have another request."
"Prince Yu, please feel free to speak." Qin Peiyuan said.
"Although Murong Jian has prepared everything for my return to Beilun County, I have been away from Xijinyun Country for too long and do not know the specific situation inside. I am still quite nervous."
"Moreover, the Xijinyun Kingdom was originally composed of various tribes. There were certain conflicts between tribes and even between different surnames within tribes. It was not peaceful. I was also extremely worried about my own safety."
"So I would like to ask Minister He and his wife to go to Beilun County with me. First, they can protect my safety and help me control the political power of Xijinyun State. Second, my father is seriously ill, and I hope Princess Ping'an can help with the diagnosis. Third..."
Tuoba Yu paused and said, "To be honest with you, as the crown prince of Xijinyun, I am still quite worried about the fact that the Great Qin State has occupied Qingshan County and other places. If Minister He and his wife could be by my side, I would feel much more at ease."
After hearing this, everyone was stunned, but then they understood Tuoba Yu's worries.
Right now, Xijinyun State is in the midst of internal and external troubles. Even Tianyun State, which is an ally of Xijinyun State, is eager to try, and is constantly making frictions and frantic attempts at the junction of the two countries.
The Great Qin State was powerful and had the upper hand at this time. Naturally, Tuoba Yu was very worried that the Great Qin State would take the opportunity to divide and devour the Western Jinyun State.
"I know that my decision at this moment is a bit of a petty measure, but even if I don't think so, other people also have such concerns. If Lord He and Princess Ping'an can go with me, it will also dispel other people's concerns." Tuoba Yu added.
Qin Peiyou and others looked at each other again.
Indeed, as Tuoba Yu said, He Yanxiu and Su Yujin going together can indeed reassure everyone and demonstrate the sincerity of the Qin Dynasty.
He Yanxiu and Su Yujin hold high positions and have a very important status in the court, but they are not princes like Qin Peiyou. It can be said that they are both very noble and not so noble. They are the most suitable people to go to Beilun County with Tuoba Yu.
For a moment, everyone's eyes fell on He Yanxiu and Su Yujin.
The couple looked at each other, and their eyes conveyed a mutual understanding.
"Since Prince Yu has explained the interests very clearly, let's follow Prince Yu to Beilun County." He Yanxiu said.
"Thank you, Minister He." Tuoba Yu was relieved and bowed to Qin Peiyou and the others. "Thank you, Your Highness, the Crown Prince, the Duke, and all the generals..."
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After it was decided that he would go to Beilun County with Tuoba Yu, that afternoon, Tuoba Yu ordered his subordinates to send a letter to Murong Jian to confirm the itinerary.
After some preparation, the next morning, He Yanxiu and Su Yujin led an elite force to escort Tuoba Yu westward.
Lu Wenjing was also traveling with them.
After learning the whole story, Lu Wenjing went to see Qin Peiyou and Duke Dingguo last night and asked them to allow her to go with Su Yujin.
The reason is that by staying with Su Yujin, he can protect her.
Qin Peiyou was still hesitating, but Duke Dingguo agreed on the spot.
It was so straightforward and refreshing that Lu Wenjing, who was wearing men's clothes and riding a horse today, felt very happy and in high spirits.
Seeing Lu Wenjing's innocent look, Lu Yuncheng couldn't help but worry, "Father, if Jing'er goes with us like this..."
I'm just afraid it might cause more trouble.
Duke Dingguo glanced at Lu Yuncheng and said, "It seems that if you don't let her go, she will be obedient and stay in Xueyue Mansion."
Lu Yuncheng, "..."
That makes a lot of sense! Lu Yuncheng knew very well what kind of personality his daughter had.
After a moment, he continued, "Although Jing'er is naughty and stubborn, she is also a very loyal person. She has a deep friendship with Princess Ping'an, which is very rare."
Duke Dingguo glanced at Lu Yuncheng again, "It's as if Jing'er is going to Beilun County this time just for Princess Ping'an."
"Hmm?" Lu Yuncheng scratched his ear, "Isn't it?"
Otherwise, what else could it be for? Seeing Lu Yuncheng's confused face, Duke Dingguo reached out and patted his silly son's shoulder, but smiled and said nothing, just shook his head and left.
Lu Yuncheng was left confused on the city wall for a long time.
The clattering sound of horse hooves could be heard all the way from Seorak Prefecture to Cheongsan County.
The guards led by Murong Jian and Tuyuhun Junhong were already waiting outside Qingshan County. When they saw Tuoba Yu, they greeted him with a salute, "Your Highness the Crown Prince and all the distinguished guests."
The use of the words "minister" and "distinguished guest" is enough to show Murong Jian's attitude at the time.
Tuoba Yu got off his horse and personally helped Murong Jian and the others, "Thank you for waiting here for so long."
Then he introduced Murong Jian, Tuyuhun Junhong, He Yanxiu, Su Yujin, Lu Wenjing and others to each other.
After a round of greetings and a brief pause, everyone set off for Beilun County.
From Qingshan County to Beilun County, one has to cross grasslands and valleys. The road is not easy to walk on, and there are so many people in the group. At a normal speed, it will take eight or nine days.
In order to guard against attacks by Tuoba Duan, Murong Jian would send spies to explore the journey for half a day to make sure there was nothing wrong before continuing on his way.
After walking like this for two days, the northwest wind became stronger and stronger.
"This weather is really cold." Lu Wenjing sighed.
"The Western Jinyun Kingdom is far to the northwest, and the winter is long and much colder than that of the Great Qin." He Yanxiu said, "We have just arrived here. If we were to go to Beilun County, I am afraid it would be even colder."
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