Three Kingdoms: Ten Times Speed, Diao Chan Says I'm Too Fast

Upon hearing the first half of Guo Tu's words, Yufuluo, who was frowning, had already guessed what Guo Tu wanted to say.

“Right Wise King.” Guo Tu turned sideways and pointed his palm at Yufuluo’s position, saying, “As far as I know, the Right Wise King has been handling most of the affairs of the Xiongnu in recent years.”

“Your father’s health is not as good as before, and the issues between the tribes, including wars with foreign powers, have always been the responsibility of the Right Wise King.”

"In terms of prestige, I also believe that the Right Wise King would be an excellent candidate for Chanyu."

"Moreover, you are the eldest son of Qiangqu Chanyu."

"The principle of primogeniture and the legitimate heir should be followed; there is no doubt about that..."

"but......."

Guo Tu changed the subject, a slight smile playing on his lips, and said, "However, the strength of the Southern Xiongnu today does not rely on their own power. I'm sure you, Right Wise King, are aware of this."

"Without Duan Yu's help and support, would the Southern Xiongnu have become so powerful in recent years?"

Hufro frowned and secretly clenched his fist.

Although he was unwilling to admit it, Yufuluo knew in his heart that Guo Tu was right.

Without Duan Yu's help, the Southern Xiongnu would never have developed so rapidly in recent years.

In fact, if it weren't for the compromise and peace talks with Duan Yu, it's uncertain whether the Southern Xiongnu would still exist today.

Guo Tu squinted slightly, observing the expression on Yufuluo's face, and thus discerning Yufuluo's inner thoughts.

"Right Wise King, since the Southern Xiongnu achieved their current development by relying on Duan Yu, won't the future Qiangqu Chanyu consider this reason when passing on the throne?"

"As far as I know, your younger brother Huchuquan has been following Duan Yu all these years."

"I'm sure the old Chanyu Qiangqu can tell whether your relationship with Duan Yu is more important or less important."

"Back when Duan Yu was in Jinyang, you fought him at Daqingshan. Your leg..."

boom!

Hufro slammed his fist on the table in front of him, his face full of anger.

The shock caused the plates and daggers on the table to fall off.

The two Xiongnu beauties standing nearby were so frightened that they immediately knelt down beside them.

Yufuluo looked at Guo Tu with reddened eyes.

The leg that Hufro lost is now his Achilles' heel.

No one dares to mention it lightly.

But Guo Tu showed no fear on his face.

“Right Wise King, there is an old saying in the Central Plains: ‘Honest advice is hard to swallow.’ Although my words may be a bit harsh, I am speaking the truth and clarifying the facts for Right Wise King.”

Guo Tu looked directly at Yufuluo and continued, "The things that Duan Yu did to you, Right Wise King, will leave scars on you that will follow you for the rest of your life."

"Isn't Duan Yu worried that Your Majesty, the Right Wise King, will hold a grudge?"

“You are no longer the ruler of the Xiongnu, Duan Yu, so there is nothing to worry about.”

"But what if you become the Chanyu of the Xiongnu one day? Wouldn't Duan Yu worry that you would seek revenge?"

"So... Right Wise King, in your opinion, if your father, Qiangqu Chanyu, were to pass the throne to someone, to whom would he pass it?"

"If Duan Yu obstructs this, who will he support to succeed the Xiongnu Chanyu?"

"Is it you, the Right Wise King, who once had a grudge against him, or your younger brother, the Right Wise King, who has followed him for many years and has long been trained to be obedient?"

Uvro clenched his fists and pursed his lips, unable to utter a single word.

This is a question that Yves Rudolf has considered.

In fact, Huvro had considered this issue a long time ago.

The answer is also obvious.

If he were Duan Yu, he would also choose to support the obedient Hu Chuquan.

This is why he made sarcastic remarks about his younger brother in front of his father that day.

But knowing the answer and having a choice are two different things.

His father is still alive, and there's nothing he can do.

They also cannot interfere with future developments.

Can only be left to fate.

He also knew that he harbored resentment towards Duan Yu.

Duan Yu will definitely be wary of him.

But what can that change?

Nothing can be changed.

His father wouldn't listen to him.

His sister has already given birth to Duan Yu's children.

His younger brother had been by Duan Yu's side for several years and had long since become Duan Yu's confidant.

Of his entire family, he was the only one who hated Duan Yu.

In Han Chinese parlance, this is called "public opinion having little influence".

“Right Wise King, the answer is already in your heart, there is no need for me to say more.”

"Perhaps you think that by choosing to give up the position of Xiongnu Chanyu, you can protect yourself."

"But please also take a look at the fate of Duan Yu's former enemies."

Guo Tu observed Yufuluo's expression and said, "But now, I have come with an opportunity."

"An opportunity has come your way: to become the Chanyu of the Xiongnu, to free the Xiongnu from Duan Yu's control, and to give you a chance for revenge. I just don't know... whether you are willing to seize this opportunity."

Uvro clenched his teeth.

The wound on my severed right leg seemed to be throbbing with pain.

His eyes were like those of a wounded alpha wolf driven to the brink of despair.

The boiling hatred in his chest was like a scimitar that had been repeatedly forged, and every breath he took pulled at the hidden pain of his old broken leg.

At this moment, the yurt was silent. Although the two Xiongnu beauties could not understand the Chinese spoken by Guo Tu, they could still feel the coldness emanating from Yufuluo.

The two women, heads bowed, knelt beside Juvlo, not daring to move.

After a long pause, Uvro spoke.

A question, laced with hatred and desire, was squeezed out from between his teeth.

"if......."

"If I agree to your request, what will I get in return?" Yufulo asked, looking up at Guo Tu with his head down.

Guo Tu smiled.

He knew this would be the result.

The reason Guo Tu waited five days before arriving, instead of being sent as an envoy on the first day the two armies met, was because he was observing the situation.

If Yufuluo were truly willing to become Duan Yu's henchman, he wouldn't have allowed the Xianbei army to remain inactive on the other side of the river for five days.

If Uvro stationed troops here and did nothing, that would be a sign of passive resistance.

If it were Huchuquan or Qiangqu Chanyu, they would definitely seek an opportunity to defeat the Xianbei and thus gain credit in front of Duan Yu.

But Yufuluo did not do so, instead letting the Xianbei army stand on the other side of the river, completely ignoring them.

People are selfish, especially those in positions of power.

Everyone has selfish motives.

There are people who would sacrifice their lives for the strength of their race.

But definitely not someone like Hufro.

If Hufro were that kind of person, the two armies would have already gone to war.

Yufuluo harbored resentment towards Duan Yu, but there was nothing he could do about it.

"The Han Dynasty will bestow upon you the title of King of the Grasslands. The Northern Xiongnu, including the future Western Regions, will all be your territory. You will become the one and only king of this land!"

"Furthermore, you can also take revenge and lead the Xiongnu to continue their former glory."

With a wave of his hand, Guo Tu began to paint a rosy picture, just as he had done with Yufuluo back in the Xianbei days.

After pondering for a long time, Yufuluo straightened his back and looked at Guo Tu.

“What is your plan?” Hufro asked.

Guo Tu smiled slightly, as if everything was under his control.

..............

Bingzhou, Yunzhong Commandery.

Twenty thousand Xiongnu cavalrymen traveled outside Shaling County in Yunzhong Prefecture.

The dust kicked up by tens of thousands of warhorses obscured the midday sun overhead.

In addition to the 20,000 cavalry, tens of thousands of cattle and sheep were being driven away in the distance behind them.

This was the consistent style and marching method of the Xiongnu.

Cattle and sheep served as food for the Xiongnu army. As the army marched, tens of thousands of cattle and sheep followed behind, ready to serve as food at any time.

Heading south from Shaling, after crossing the Baixiao River, you will reach Shanan County.

If you continue south past Shanan, you will reach Wuyuan County and Dingxiang County.

The mission of the Southern Xiongnu's southward expedition was not to conquer cities and seize territory, but to sever the connections between all the counties in Bingzhou.

Therefore, after entering Bingzhou, Qiangqu Chanyu sent his youngest son, Huchuquan, to lead 10,000 Southern Xiongnu cavalry along Wuyuan County into Shuofang County.

Qiangqu Chanyu himself passed through Yunzhong County, preparing to cross Dingxiang County and head towards Yanmen County.

The midday sun was blazing, and ahead lay the Baixiao River; to continue south, they would have to cross it.

Qiangqu Chanyu, riding on horseback, stood on the north bank of the Baixiao River and looked south.

"If this trip goes smoothly, I will be able to see Suhe soon."

With a few wrinkles on his tired face, Qiangqu Chanyu smiled and said, "I'm getting old. Ten years ago, I wouldn't have felt tired even if I had to travel a thousand miles."

Beside Qiangqu Chanyu is Xubuguduhou.

"Your Majesty, you are not old yet, and you can still lead your men into battle," said Xubuguduhou, flattering him.

Qiangqu Chanyu shook his head and said, "I'm old, that's all there is to it."

Even the wolf king and the eagle of the grassland will eventually grow old.

“Huchuquan is right. Perhaps I really should go to Chang’an to retire.” Qiangqu Chanyu waved his hand and said, “Order the army to rest here and regroup. We will cross the river again tomorrow.”