Super Cultivation System of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 902: Qiang Civil Rebellion
More than a hundred miles west of Jincheng County, there is a vast lake. This lake is extremely large, several times larger than Pengli Lake and Yunmeng Lake. It is difficult to see its edge at a glance. Because the lake water is extremely salty, both Han and Qiang people call it the West Sea.

During the heyday of the Han Empire, Xihai was also under the jurisdiction of the Western Commandery, but now it has naturally become a horse grazing pasture for the Qiang people. The only difference is which tribe or tribes occupy this place.

The border between Xihai and Jincheng County is full of mountains and ravines, making it extremely difficult to cross. Therefore, even with Liu He's current strength, he has not been able to reintegrate Xihai into his territory in just a few years. For more than a hundred years, the most powerful tribes among the Qiang people have been fighting each other here, all trying to monopolize the most fertile grassland in this western land.

In the past ten years or so, Xihai has always been the sphere of influence of Shaodang Qiang. Except for those tribes that are close to them and can occasionally go there to graze, other tribes have no chance of getting involved.

However, in the battle of Liangzhou that year, the Shaodang Qiang was destroyed by Liu He, and the leaders, generals, and elite main forces were all killed. The remaining tribes were soon divided up and devoured by other tribes. As a result, the area around the West Sea naturally became turbulent and there were endless fighting.

However, this time, dozens of tribes formed an alliance to attack Liangzhou. Everyone temporarily stopped their infighting and hid their army in the mountains and forests around the West Sea.

However, at this time, the sky was just beginning to brighten, and a few rays of golden light fell from the clouds in the east onto the top of the mountain.

In a valley somewhere, a large group of soldiers in strange costumes were marching quickly. Some of them were wearing tattered armor, some were wearing linen clothes, and some were just wearing animal skins, no different from savages. Only a few of them in the lead were riding tall horses, wearing brand new armor and helmets, and the weapons in their hands were obviously much more sophisticated.

Several people who looked like generals were guarding a sturdy man who was about fifty years old. The sturdy man held his head high and chest out, with his eyes high above his head. His expression showed dissatisfaction, but more of arrogance.

"Humph, these old guys actually dared to harm me like this. This is such a great shame and humiliation, I will take revenge sooner or later."

"Yes, Chief." A general beside him was also indignant: "Among all the tribes in this alliance against the Han, my Bonan Qiang is the most powerful, with 10,000 cavalry and 30,000 infantry. Only the Dangjian Qiang can compare with my tribe. In terms of bravery and fighting skills, my tribe is naturally the best. But when they divided the land of Liangzhou, they only gave my tribe half of Zhangye County, and the Dangjian Qiang actually swallowed up Jincheng County. Even a Po Qiang tribe can share Zhangye with my tribe. This is simply too much."

"That's right. With our strength, even if we don't form an alliance with them, we can still seize Jincheng County on our own."

The crowd became angrier and angrier as they talked, and the leader also became furious, with the flesh on his face beginning to tremble.

Another general said, "Chief, in my opinion, this time we leave the alliance, maybe it is a great opportunity for our tribe. If we use it properly, we can not only occupy this fertile grassland, but also become the leader of the Qiang people and compete with the Han Dynasty. It won't be difficult."

The leader immediately showed a look of delight, staring at him closely: "Oh? What do you mean?"

The general smiled mysteriously and pointed to the east: "Chief, you should know that to the east of this mountain is the army of Guan Yu, the famous general of the Han Dynasty. Apart from other things, his 20,000 heavy cavalry are invincible and unbeatable. He is also extremely brave and rare in the world."

Hearing this, the leader nodded with a heavy face, "Yes, we have hundreds of thousands of troops in the alliance, how powerful, but we have been defeated repeatedly by this man. Although we have relied on the geographical advantage and have not hurt the main force, it also shows the bravery of Guan Yu. Even among all the tribes of Western Qiang, I am afraid it is difficult to find someone who can match him. But what do you mean by saying this?"

The general laughed and said, "How could you have forgotten, Chief? Guan Yu and the allied forces are now mortal enemies. Neither side will let the other go easily, let alone admit defeat. Both sides are in a situation of a fight to the death."

“You mean…” The leader seemed to understand something.

The general came closer and said, "There is a saying among the Han people that when the snipe and the clam fight, the fisherman benefits. We have left the alliance this time and will watch them fight to the death. If necessary, we can even secretly reveal the location of the allied camp to Guan Yu. The more intense their fight, the more opportunities our army will have."

The leader's eyes sparkled when he heard this: "Great! At that time, Guan Yu lost many soldiers and generals, and the allied forces also suffered heavy casualties. We, the Bo Nan Qiang, stepped forward to stabilize the situation and capture Liangzhou. From now on, who among the Qiang people dares not to obey?"

"By then, Chief, you will be the true Great Khan of the Qiang people." The general's words were very helpful to the chief: "Hahaha... well said, well said. If that day really comes, this Chief... oh no, this Khan will make you the first warrior of the Qiang people."

The general was extremely surprised: "Thank you, Great Chanyu!"

He was happy, but several other generals immediately showed expressions of displeasure and jealousy. One person in particular stood up immediately.

"Chief, this Aduta has always been good at flattering. He is not as good as me in riding and archery. If I am to be the number one warrior, it should be me, Dohemu."

The leader looked at him with disdain in his eyes: "Just you? In the words of the Han people, you are simply a blockhead, only have brute force, never know how to use your brain, how can you be as smart as Abudao, who can often help this leader solve problems?"

Duohemu was dissatisfied. "Why didn't I offer any advice? Before the meeting, I advised the chief not to participate. Over the years, we have been trading with the Han Dynasty, and our tribe has been much better off. Our Qinghai horses, yaks, and many medicinal herbs can be exchanged for countless rare treasures from the Central Plains. But once a war breaks out, it's not clear whether we can win. Even if we win, it will be a bargain for them. It's better to continue..."

"Bullshit!" The leader was so angry that he swung his whip and hit Dohemu. Dohemu was caught off guard and a red mark was left on his cheek.

"We Qiang people are the most valiant tribe in the world. Why should we rely on Han people to survive? Han people's land is rich, so I will take their land. Han people's women are beautiful, so I will take their women. Han people's clothes are beautiful, so I will take their clothes. And you want to exchange my Qinghai horses and yaks for money? What a joke."

The leader pointed his whip at Dohmu and spoke viciously.

Abdutuo glanced at Duohemu with a mocking look on his face: "Duohemu, I heard that you have a lot of Han treasures in your home, such as silk, fine iron, and porcelain. Tsk, tsk, tsk, tsk, with your little wealth, I don't know where you bought these things. Could it be that the Han people gave them to you?"

Upon hearing this, the leader immediately looked at Dohemu with suspicion.

Dohem was furious: "How dare you frame me, you dog! I will kill you!"

"How dare you! Do you want to rebel?" The leader stopped him and glared at him.

The generals around him tried to persuade him: "Chief, Dohem is also loyal, but he just has different opinions. Please forgive him for his many years of hard work."

Seeing that everyone was trying to persuade him, the leader gave up and said, "Humph, if it weren't for the generals helping you to get rid of the crime, I would have killed you today. Don't talk nonsense again in the future, otherwise, I will never let you off easily."

He snorted coldly, patted his warhorse, and ran forward. Abudao glanced at Dohemu coldly and hurriedly followed.

Several generals came over and comforted Duohemu: "Hey, you have been like this since you were a child. The leader doesn't like the Han people, nor does he like trade. You should just say less."

Dohmu gritted his teeth and nodded, but no one knew what he was thinking.

(End of this chapter)