At this moment, a leader couldn't help but step forward and said in a deep voice, "Commander Jiang, could we take advantage of the conflict between the Prince of Xiliang and the Emperor, and wait until they are both exhausted, before seizing both territories in one fell swoop?"
Holy crap!
Reap the benefits without lifting a finger!
Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes lit up. If this could be accomplished, their lives would be completely turned around.
"Daydreaming!"
Upon hearing this, a hint of mockery flashed in Li Siyuan's eyes. These people were really overthinking things.
The various tribes in the south all have their own grudges against each other, not to mention whether they can unite for this benefit.
Even if they joined forces, their weaponry was far too outdated; they didn't even have armor, making them easy targets for the enemy.
Moreover, you don't even have siege weapons, so you probably won't be able to break through the Shu Region.
The backward southern tribes were like children in the face of these two powerful forces.
The fact that his father, a mere vassal state, had previously suppressed the southern chieftains already spoke volumes.
They actually want to turn the tables now? They're dreaming! Do they really think Lin Yi and his group are idiots? It's pure wishful thinking.
Cough cough!
Jiang Li glanced at the speaker without leaving a trace, a flash of pity crossing his eyes. How dare they say such things? They're practically halfway to hell.
The power structure of the southern chieftains was complex, including not only the spies and forces of the Prince of Northern Liang, but also people planted by the Emperor of Great Ning. Later, the Net a powerful network of corrupt officials) also continuously supplied the chieftains with various goods and people.
Moreover, the rise of the four chieftains was supported by the King of Great Ning and the Prince of Northern Liang. Do you think they are fools who would support them for nothing? Their tribes would probably have been infiltrated by these people long ago.
Even Jiang Li himself had cooperated with the Prince of Northern Liang.
This guy actually dared to have such a pipe dream; he'll never even know how he died.
The southern chieftains were hiding in their own Dashan, and the enemy couldn't do anything to them. But if they were to take the initiative to attack, it would be tantamount to sending themselves to their deaths.
He took a deep breath, just about to speak.
ah!
The person who had just spoken let out a scream and then collapsed to the ground.
Everyone's expression changed drastically. They instinctively asked others to protect them before finally looking at the person who had spoken, even under heavy guard.
The man had an arrow stuck in his chest and was killed in full view of everyone.
Grunt!
Everyone swallowed hard, looked at each other, and all of them looked panicked, wanting nothing more than to go home.
That's incredibly dangerous!
Li Siyuan looked at the arrow and couldn't help but swallow hard. He said in a deep voice, "This arrow is one of the special weapons of the Net under the command of the Prince of Xiliang. However, this kind of arrow is used for warnings!"
The Net has two types of arrows, one for assassination, so it doesn't have any markings.
Another type of warning was a symbol with Net, featuring a black spider web, and the arrow in the man's chest also had a net pattern on it.
" Prince of Xiliang!"
Everyone's pupils contracted. Lin Yi had actually extended his reach to the southern chieftains. This was incredibly ruthless.
The group exchanged glances; if their words got out, it could cause serious trouble.
Jiang Li took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "Let's each send some people to wipe out this person's tribe, that would be enough to give us an explanation. This is a battle between two kings, something we can't interfere with!"
"That makes sense, an explanation is necessary!"
"That bastard is asking for it. We're just having a small skirmish, but you're trying to take advantage of someone else. You're just asking for a beating."
"These guys have armies of four or five hundred thousand at a time, we can't afford to mess with that!"
Everyone nodded in agreement, choosing to ignore the death of such a minor character. They didn't want to be cannon fodder for the two major powers; it was better for them to remain mountain bandits.
That's fucking suicide!
After everyone left, Jiang Li immediately led his men into the room and ordered the surrounding area to be heavily guarded.
For a time, only his trusted confidants remained in the room.
His gaze swept over Li Siyuan, and he couldn't help but shake his head slightly. His son-in-law was single-mindedly focused on revenge; if he were to entrust him with tasks, they would inevitably be directed at Great Ning.
But now that I can't afford to offend either side, I have no choice but to stand in the middle.
He looked at one of the men next to Li Siyuan, who was his second son-in-law, and said, " A Mao, arrange for people to go into the territories of Great Ning and Xiliang to investigate, closely monitor the movements of both sides, and keep abreast of the situation!"
Previously, we could sway between the two sides, using Northern Liang and Northern Barbarians to restrain Great Ning.
But after this battle, we must make a choice, because we will be facing a colossal behemoth!
Everyone nodded in agreement.
Previously, he could hide or try to stir up trouble with allies. But if the North and South were unified, the enemy's strength would be so great that a single spit from them could drown the southern tribes.
In this situation, you must always be in control of the situation and side with whoever wins.
"You wish!"
A strange glint flashed in Li Siyuan's eyes. His father-in-law had come up with a good plan. He didn't want to offend either side to the death, and might even lend a hand at a crucial moment, then side with the victor.
However, he was focused on revenge and couldn't let Li Anlan win; in fact, he had to ensure that Lin Yi would take action against Li Anlan.
After pondering all the way back to his room, he immediately summoned his bodyguard and said in a deep voice, "Send word that Lin Yi, the King of Xiliang, has annihilated the barbarian tribes of the Northern Region and unified the northern lands."
This achievement surpasses all others, accomplishing a feat unmatched by any dynasty in history; he is truly a great man.
The powerful chieftains of the south revered the strong, and were willing to honor the Prince of Xiliang as the Northern Emperor, All Under Heaven with the Duke of Great Ning in the south, making him the supreme ruler of the north!
A glint flashed in the assassin's eyes. If this news were to come out, not only would the southern chieftain be furious, but Emperor Li Anlan himself would probably be furious too!
"Hahaha, my son is mighty!"
Inside Liangshan Pass, Lin Rusong looked at the urgent message delivered by Net in his hand and couldn't help but burst into laughter.
As he laughed, tears involuntarily streamed down his face, tracing the lines of time, yet carrying a hint of contentment.
These are tears of joy!
His son fulfilled his vow and avenged his mother and wife.
Annihilate 500,000 Northern Barbarians troops!
He personally beheaded Tuoba Wanli and slew the strategist Ashina Dubi!
The heinous murderer has already paid a heavy price and will be condemned to eternal damnation; all of this was the work of his own son.
With a son like this, what more could a husband ask for?
"Your Highness?"
His generals were dumbfounded; had their lord gone mad?