The Three Kingdoms began with island farming

Chapter 560 Seeking Skin from a Tiger
Those who do not plan for eternity are not worthy of planning for the moment.

Luandi Ule and Xubuduge were both very far-sighted people, and they had a clear understanding of the current situation of the Northern Xiongnu.

Although they were once sandwiched between three major empires, the vast land in the north was enough for them to maneuver.

Even though these places are not suitable for living and grazing, it is still no problem to maintain their livelihood for a short period of time, which gives them the confidence to deal with the three empires.

Among the three great empires, the Han Dynasty was the strongest. However, the Western Regions were too far away from the Han Dynasty and were blocked by the Qiang people, so it was completely unable to manage them.

Therefore, the Northern Huns always used the Western Regions as a supply station.

Whenever supplies were insufficient, they would go to the Western Regions to plunder, without making too much noise, and only plunder enough supplies for survival.

Because he knew very well that dignity was extremely important to the Han Dynasty.

No matter how weak they appear to be, once something unexpected happens to these small countries in the Western Regions, the Han Dynasty, the suzerain state, will inevitably step forward.

They and the Han are mortal enemies, so it will surely be a bloody battle.

This risk cannot be taken.

Although keeping the Western Region as a supply station would not allow the Northern Huns to grow and develop, at least their survival would not be a problem.

The other two parties, the Kushans and the Parthians, were both powerful enemies not far away. Although not as strong as the Han Dynasty, they were close!
The Northern Huns have been instigating internal strife between the two.

The two empires, which had been constantly at odds over trade issues, had many disputes and the scale of the war was growing.

However, before the two empires showed signs of decline, the Northern Huns did not dare to act rashly and just harassed as usual.

It was not until the generation of Luandi Wule that hope finally appeared.

The Kushans and Parthias had been established for more than a hundred years, and serious domestic problems had accumulated, and they had already begun to go downhill.

Therefore, Luandi Ule, who took over the mission of reviving the Northern Xiongnu, did not hesitate to instigate the independence of Kangju and Khwarezm.

In this way, the Northern Xiongnu, who were surrounded by Kangju, Khwarezm, Dayuan, Wusun and other countries, were finally no longer directly bordering the three major empires and had the opportunity to develop peacefully.

However, the arrival of Yuan Shao and others gave Luandi Wule a great sense of crisis.

"Parthia and Kushan are both rotten. No matter how strong they are, they are nothing to be afraid of." said Luandi Ule.

"But these newly arrived Han people are different. This state of vigor and vitality, where everything is thriving, is thrilling."

In Luandi Wule's eyes, the Parthians and the Kushans were like middle-aged people who were terminally ill. No matter how strong they looked, they couldn't even jog. Unless they rushed forward to seek death, they would not pose any threat.

However, Yuan Shao and others are like teenagers who are growing strong. Although they do not seem to be a big threat now, they are growing very fast and will soon be able to catch up with and kill him easily.

"We can never allow these Han people to grow stronger around us, so we only have two choices." Xubuduge said in a deep voice.

"Or, prepare to evacuate to the northwest and find another place to survive."

"Or, destroy these Han people."

As soon as the words fell, Hu Yanmoye stood up and said, "Chanyu, I am willing to lead my troops to destroy this group of Han people, plunder their women and rob their property, so as to lay the foundation for the great cause of the Xiongnu!"

Upon hearing this, the great Danghu Qiulinhudu and Gudu Hou Huyanchina and others also stepped forward and applied to go into battle in indignation.

Upon seeing this, Luandi Wule sighed softly and raised his hand to suppress the group of reckless men.

Among the Northern Huns, only he and Xubuduge had some brains. The rest were just brave men and were not worth discussing with.

"Everyone, step back and listen to what the Right Wise King has to say!"

Xubu Tuge saw everyone retreat, and then continued: "This group of Han soldiers is quite large. With our strength, it is too difficult to eliminate them. Even if we can do it, it will be very painful."

"We'd better use the power of the Kushans." Upon hearing this, Huyan China frowned and said, "Right Wise King, most of the Kushans are cowards, and they were frightened by the Han people before, so they have never dared to be enemies with them. I'm afraid it's unrealistic to want to use their power, right?"

Xubu Tuge smiled faintly: "As long as there are enough threats and enough benefits, nothing is impossible."

"Now that the Han people are rising again, not only has the Great Qi Empire emerged, which is more powerful than the Great Han, but there are also many small Han countries gaining a foothold in the surrounding areas. Will the Kushans not be worried?"

"Besides, the Kushan Empire still has strength, but it is weak because of the internal conflicts and entanglements."

"If we can use the Han Chinese as a target and shift internal conflicts to the outside, it may be a good thing for the Kushans. I believe Hubishaka II will have some ideas."

Upon hearing this, Luandi Wule also smiled knowingly.

The contemporary Kushan king Hubishka II was not a smart man and did a lot of stupid things. He definitely contributed greatly to the decline of the Kushan Empire.

"However, there is a slightly troublesome problem now. Hubishega II's actions in recent years have been somewhat too foolish, and the Kushans intend to elect a new king."

"During this period, there may be a period of political turmoil in Kushan."

Having said that, Xubuduge sighed softly.

What a great opportunity!

This was originally a great opportunity for the Northern Huns to revive, but unfortunately, the arrival of the Han people disrupted everything and made the situation even more difficult.

"Then, can we unite with the Han people and Parthia to attack the Kushans?" asked Luandi Ulehu.

Hearing this, everyone present was filled with disbelief.

You know, the Han people are their mortal enemies, and Parthia has always fought with them.

Although they had fought a war with the Kushans before, in comparison, the relationship between the Kushans and them was much better than that between the two sides.

Upon hearing this, Xubu Tuge fell into deep thought.

There are no eternal friends, no eternal enemies, only eternal interests.

Xubuduge understood Luandi Ule's thoughts very well.

but……

"Chanyu, I'm afraid that's not possible." Xubu Tuge said in a deep voice.

"Parthia is now facing serious internal and external troubles. It was invaded by the Roman Empire a few years ago, and the Medes and Persians have launched rebellions. It has no spare energy to conquer the Kushan Empire."

"The Han people seem to be quite powerful, but joining forces with them is like seeking the skin of a tiger."

Xubu Tuge knew very well how cunning the Han people were.

Even though he was known as the wisest man among the Northern Huns, he was simply selecting a general from among the lame. If he were among the Han people, he would not even be considered a second-rate strategist.

He is not so stupid as to plot against the Han people.

I am afraid that by then they will not gain any advantage, but will be killed by the Han people in Kushan.

When Luandi Wule heard this, his expression darkened slightly.

"I'm overthinking it."

Lack of strength is a fatal flaw. Even if they can fight, their foundation is too weak. Moreover, they are in an environment surrounded by powerful enemies and have no room for maneuver.

(End of this chapter)