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Chapter 936 Old Friend
After Li Shimin proposed a meeting and Li Yan agreed, the Tang Dynasty's God of War Li Jing and Zuo Pushe Fang Xuanling arrived in Fengzhou in advance and had several meetings with the Turkic side to discuss the location and method of the meeting between the two leaders.

Although the Tang Dynasty is powerful now, the New Turkic Khaganate was inherited by Jie Li.

At the end of the Sui Dynasty, all the rebel kings in the Central Plains, including Li Tang, had once paid tribute to the Turks. After Li Shimin and his son unified the world, they got rid of the control of the Turks and accepted Tuli, Yi Nan, and Biheli, ministers from the grassland.

But for Jie Li, it still feels a bit unreasonable.

Although he no longer acknowledged the original act of paying homage, he did not dare to say that Jie Li was a minister of the Tang Dynasty. Now that Shi Luodie was in power, Li Yan had only held real power for a short period of more than half a year, and the status of both parties was at most equal.

They give each other the status of a great power, and no one is inferior to the other.

Today's meeting is even more grand and solemn. It can be said that it is a direct meeting between the two most powerful people in the world.

Each party was worried that the other would suddenly attack them when they met.

As a highly centralized power, if something unexpected happens to the person with the highest authority, it will definitely be a fatal blow to the strength of the entire country.

Li Yan originally planned to meet on the grassland, with each side bringing several hundred guards.

However, Li Jing pointed out that the Turkic cavalry came and went like the wind, and if they really had evil intentions, the Tang Dynasty would be unable to save them. Although Hou Junji knew that this situation would never happen, he was unable to convince Fang Xuanling and Li Jing to agree.

Later, Li Ji proposed to meet in the territory of the Tang Dynasty. The Turkic leaders were afraid that Li Yan would be placed under house arrest by the Tang Dynasty, leaving them leaderless.

In short, no matter what kind of plan is adopted, it cannot make both parties completely satisfied, and the meeting time is postponed again and again.

In the end, it was Li Yan who made the decision to meet in Fengzhou City, and the specific location was set on the top of the Fengcheng city tower.

Li Yan brought a subordinate to meet at the watchtower on the city wall. The Turkic army was lined up outside the city, and Li Yan's safe figure could be seen.

Whether Li Yan entered the tower and walked up the wall, or went downstairs and left the city after the negotiation, he would not be gone for too long. If Li Yan did not appear within an incense stick of time, the Turkic army would attack the city at all costs.

After discussing with Fang Xuanling, Li Jing also agreed to this plan.

At the same time, people also applauded the courage of the Right Wise King. Fengzhou was separated from the grassland by the Yellow River. The security of the area outside the river was the responsibility of the Turks, while the security of the area inside the river was the responsibility of the Tang Dynasty. In this way, the responsibilities and powers were clearly defined, and mistakes could be avoided.

Moreover, the meeting place was completely under the control of the Tang Dynasty. Even if the Turkic army attacked the city, the 100,000 troops in Fengzhou could at least hold out until Li Shimin retreated to Jiuyuan from the south gate, basically ensuring the absolute safety of the Tang emperor.

When Li Shimin learned about this plan, he was not happy but very worried.

Li Jing and Fang Xuanling both knew that even Li Shimin would not dare to do such a thing. The biggest danger of such a trip away from home is not actually from the enemy. As long as it is discussed in advance and the interests are clarified, the enemy will not dare to act rashly.

The real danger comes from one's own side, who may take advantage of the absence of the person in power to launch a rebellion.

The Right Wise King was a Han Chinese, but he was willing to go to the territory of the Tang Dynasty alone without worrying about chaos in the rear. What does this show?
This shows that he had a high degree of control over the grassland and was confident that even if he was not there, his million-strong army would still not cause any trouble.

The Tang emperor and his ministers were all sighing, wondering how Li Yan, a Han Chinese, could have subdued these unruly barbarians. According to Tang, the Right Wise King was surrounded by Turks, and there were no other Han Chinese to assist him.

Isn't he worried that once he leaves, the Turks will take the opportunity to seize power?

Fengzhou City was under martial law three days ago, and this morning, the highest level of preparations was made.

The soldiers in the city only knew that the Tang leaders were meeting with the Turkic leader, but they were not clear about the details. Li Ji was one of the generals who knew the details, which made him feel relieved. From early in the morning, he carefully arranged the defenses in various places to ensure that there would be no mistakes.

Li Ji was here when the Turkic army appeared outside the city.

He originally knew that the Turks would send tens of thousands of troops to support the Right Wise King, but he never expected that the Right Wise King would make such a big fuss. Looking at the situation in front of him, it could be that the 800,000-strong Turkic army is coming.

Fang Xuanling and Li Jing were also alarmed and came to the top of the city wall. When they saw this scene, their pupils shrank.

In the past, when we said that the enemy army was endless, it was just an adjective to describe the large number of enemies. But today, the Tang emperor and his ministers have opened their eyes. Standing on the city wall, looking from west to north and east, they really can't see any green.

The army was endless, and even if they didn't attack the city, the murderous aura that naturally carried with the military formation still put tremendous pressure on the soldiers of Fengzhou City.

Many soldiers were pale, their legs were shaking, they were terrified and kept swallowing their saliva.

Under such a huge disparity in numbers, it seemed that the city and the river became insignificant. The city walls that were two or three meters high and the river beach that was a hundred meters wide in the past no longer brought any sense of security under the watchful eyes of nearly one million enemy troops.

At the beginning of noon, Li Yan felt that the time was almost up. He slowly left the army with Wu Yuanhua, who was dressed as a man.

At this time, Gu Rentu who stayed behind said: "My king, do you really want to go alone? If the Tang Dynasty has evil intentions, we will not be able to rescue you in time?" "With your army by my side, the Tang Dynasty will worry about my safety more than myself." Li Yan smiled slightly.

"My king, if I don't see you within one stick of incense, I will order the army to attack the city. We have prepared ladders."

"It only takes half an hour to capture Fengzhou City."

The twelve chiefs under the banner of the Right Wise King also said resolutely: "We respect the command of the great chief Gu Rentu and swear to be loyal to the Right Wise King until death."

Li Yan, however, was not worried at all. Under the Eye of Truth, everyone's loyalty was not a problem and the Turkic middle class was as stable as a rock at this moment.

After several months of adjustments, Li Yan formed a ruling structure in the Turkic Khanate with himself as the core, under which were the two giants, Gurentu and Hermu, twelve great chiefs and twenty-four captains, controlling millions of troops, and firmly grasping the entire Turkic Khanate.

"Haha, you don't have to worry."

Li Yan looked around and saw respectful and supportive eyes everywhere: "As long as you are here, even if it is Chang'an City, I dare to go alone. You are my biggest backing and the confidence to move forward bravely. With you behind me, I am not afraid of anything."

After saying that, Li Yan stretched out his hand.

Wu Yuanhua, who was dressed as a scholar, took out a ferocious tiger-head mask from his arms. Li Yan took it and slowly put it on his head.

In the past, during the Jie Li era, Li Yan often led the army into battle. However, his appearance was too gentle and elegant, and he had little intimidating power, so he took out this mask he bought in Chang'an City, put it on his head, and was covered in blood when he charged into battle.

It looks hideous and terrifying, like an evil ghost, and is extremely intimidating, and that's how the name of the devil from hell spread.

Therefore, Gu Rentu, the twelve great leaders under his command, and some close guards all knew Li Yan's habit. When they saw the Right Wise King wearing the mask he used when charging into battle, they were a little surprised but did not say anything.

After all, why would the Right Wise King need to explain to others what he wanted to do?

When the mask reappeared on Li Yan's face, Gu Rentu and those big leaders suddenly felt a surge of heroism in their hearts, as if they were back on the battlefield with mountains of corpses and seas of blood, riding their horses with swords in hand, waving ghost rain, and the white bones were like mountain birds startled and flying!
Li Yan pulled the reins, lightly squeezed the horse's belly, and headed towards Fengzhou City.

In order to welcome King Youxian, a temporary wooden bridge was built outside Fengzhou City.

At this time, a red carpet was laid on the bridge. The Jinwu Guards brought by Li Shimin, all of whom were tall and strong, stood on both sides. They were all wearing shiny armor, with red ribbons around their waists, holding ten-foot-high ceremonial staffs, and saluted and greeted them without looking away.

This is the courtesy given by the Tang Dynasty to the supreme leader of the Turks
Hou Junji, wearing the Tang Dynasty's Ming Guang armor, was standing in the middle of the bridge, welcoming Li Yan and his party.

Li Yan and the other man dismounted and exchanged greetings with Hou Junji.

Li Yan = Wearing a white robe, a jade belt around his waist, with a simple scholar's bun and a folding fan in his hand, he is graceful, elegant, and calm, just like a young man outing.

The only thing that looked inconsistent with his attire was the tiger-head mask with bared teeth.

Hou Junji knew that this was also a last resort, so he didn't say much, but just nodded to indicate that everything was going well.

Under the guidance of the other party, several people went straight into the city gate. The city gate was still open and not closed, and the soldiers outside did not move.

After entering Fengzhou City, Fang Xuanling, the Zuo Pushe of the Tang Dynasty, came to greet them with Li Jing, Li Ji and several civil and military officials.

Unexpectedly, Li Yan actually saw Wang Xuance in the crowd.

Yes, Wang Xuance is the head of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, and the main responsibility of the Embroidered Uniform Guard is to investigate the various forces surrounding the Tang Dynasty. The Tang Dynasty will certainly increase its infiltration and understanding of the Turks in the future, so it is very reasonable for Wang Xuance to come forward in person.

After not seeing each other for a few years, Wang Xuance has grown a lot. He has lost his young appearance and has a beard growing under his chin. He is serious and has a calm temperament. His brows are slightly wrinkled, and his eyes seem to hide worries and sorrows that will never be resolved.

Li Yan sighed slightly. Jinyiwei is a place where people can grow quickly. Once Wang Xuance steps in, it will be difficult to get out. If he hadn't taken over, he would have a hard time ending up well. He knows too many things and has offended too many people. Even if the emperor doesn't kill him, he will be killed.

They will also take it away before they die. From a certain perspective, these positions are the secrets of the emperor and will not be passed on to future rulers.

Li Yan had never contacted him after being away for so many years.

It's not that he didn't trust Wang Xuance, but he didn't want to make things difficult for him. If he was not around and still used the previous resources, it would be easy for Li Shimin to notice, so he simply abandoned them all temporarily.

Wang Xuance was one of his own, so after Li Yan left, he naturally pledged allegiance to Li Shimin.

(End of this chapter)