Helian Jue promoted Zhou Cheng first, giving him a name so that he could emerge from the darkness and become an upright person, not some shadow.
Helian Jue arranged for Zhou Cheng to lead troops to garrison Luozhou.
Originally, Helian Jue and Xie Yuan intended to arrange for Helian Chen to lead the troops into the capital.
But Helian Chen was worried about Helian Jue and insisted on following him closely.
Helian Jue discussed it with Xie Yuan again and chose Zhou Xin, who came from the secret guards.
He led a large army, along with provisions, weapons, and other supplies.
Zhou Xin's main force could not march as quickly as Helian Jue's.
However, their speed is not slow either.
Every three to five days, they would receive messages by carrier pigeon, detailing their itinerary.
Based on these letters, Helian Jue roughly estimated that the 30,000-strong army should arrive in another half month.
Even if a large number of Turks invade, Helian Jue will not be afraid.
Helian Jue was confident, but Empress Ashina was somewhat worried.
Upon returning to the capital, she summoned Helian Jue: "Axi, those Turks must have been colluding with the aristocratic families, and they deliberately let them in!"
"They're coming in strong, and they might pose a threat to the capital!"
“My son has just ascended the throne. He is young and lacks prestige. I’m afraid it will be difficult for him to deter any enemies.”
"I have an idea. How about my son marrying into the Turkic tribe?"
"The current Turkic Khan has a young daughter, who is sixteen years old and exceptionally beautiful..."
Empress Ashina appeared to be speaking frankly and openly, but Helian Jue felt a chill in his heart.
I haven't even ascended the throne yet, and it's already starting?
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