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Chapter 247 Reverse Cultivation Technique [22]

Regardless of the deeper meaning behind Wei Zhe's establishment of the Beihai Protectorate.

After hearing his words, the tent erupted in another commotion.

The leaders of the Dili, Jiepi, and Yiqijin clans, whose names were not called, were particularly frustrated.

After agonizing for a long time, the three secretly resented that they didn't know how to flatter and were not as good at sucking up as that fellow Bu Sabo.

But after the initial disappointment passed, the group couldn't help but get excited again.

After all, whether they migrate to Langjuxu Mountain for nomadic life or stay in Beihai for nomadic life, it is conceivable that their living space will be greatly expanded in the future.

Even though they realized that Wei Zhe was deliberately pushing them out to compete with the Xianbei, they were still happy to do so.

After all, Wei Zhe wasn't just making empty promises; he was actually giving them a real, juicy treat.

Although the meat pie was snatched from the Xianbei people, the Dingling people were not foolish enough to return it.

In reality, even if Wei Zhe hadn't made the request, the Dingling people and the Xianbei people would still be at odds.

After all, only when there are irreconcilable conflicts of interest can truly unsolvable contradictions be created!
This is also a major insight that Wei Zhe gained after practicing "On Contradiction" in reverse.

It turns out that this book can not only solve problems, but also create them when used in reverse.

The key to its application lies in one's own mind; it truly requires the skill of a master!
However, on the other hand, the Dingling people shouldn't expect to only benefit from the situation.

Having become a Tusi (local chieftain) under the rule of the Han court, they naturally had to bear the obligation of paying annual tribute.

However, Wei Zhe didn't need to discuss these matters; Tian Feng would negotiate with Bu Sabo and the others after he left.

Such as green horses, white wolf fur coats, and black fox hides, in general, these were some local specialties that were handed over.

Of course, it is also possible to consider it as a tax levied by the Beihai Protectorate.

Since taxes in kind are still taxes, we must set rules for the Dingling people now to prevent them from going astray later.

……

The next day, afternoon.

Just as Wei Zhe was preparing to go to the island in the middle of the lake to inspect the final results of the "Arctic Monument", he unexpectedly saw a group of women camping outside the camp, and each of them was quite attractive.

Perhaps because the Dingling people once intermarried with the Jiankun, these Hu women have a mixed-race beauty that is quite different from that of Han women.

How should I put it? She already has a bit of the charm of a Uyghur beauty from later generations.

Upon seeing this, Wei Zhe immediately turned to look at Jiao Shan beside him: "What's going on?"

Unexpectedly, Jiao Shan also learned to play dumb, and chuckled and said, "I heard it was a tribute."

"Tribute? They count as tribute too?"

Upon hearing this, Wei Zhe was both amused and exasperated.

However, after being captured by Wei Zhe, Tian Feng spoke righteously and appeared to have a clear conscience.

In fact, he didn't do it.

The main reason was that Po Yehu, Asijie, and Pugu, seeing that Busabo had become the Grand Protector and Bayar and Huxue the Deputy Protectors, feared being oppressed by these people in the future. So, while discussing the details of tribute with Tian Feng in the main camp, they secretly sent the most beautiful women from their tribes to them overnight. Regardless of whose daughters they originally belonged to, they were now their own.

The three even brought their own daughter and adopted daughter, stating that this was one of the local specialties of the Dingling people, and that they didn't need any titles or status; General Zuo could simply serve as her maid, and if he wasn't satisfied, he could return or exchange her.

Seeing this, Tian Feng felt that their considerations made some sense, and indeed they could not let Bu Sabo go without any scruples, so he kept the man.

Unexpectedly, Busabo, Bayar, and Huxue followed suit after hearing the news.

Tian Feng believed that he should not favor one over the other, so he accepted them all, and that's how Wei Zhe ended up with a group of maids.

At this moment, in front of Wei Zhe, Tian Feng even argued vehemently:

"My lord, the Beihai Protectorate has just been established, and the people's hearts are still unsettled."

"For the sake of stability on the grasslands, I humbly request that you make a sacrifice!"

What to sacrifice?
Kidneys, of course!

It has to be said, those who have studied the classics are truly different. No matter how sordid something is, they can always make it seem respectable and dignified.

After being advised by Tian Feng, Wei Zhe was at a loss for words and could only shoo him away.

Of course, for the sake of peace and stability, Wei had no choice but to sacrifice himself for the country.

……

With the great battle approaching, I am driven mad.
Holding a gun and riding a horse, I felt a sense of desolation.

After hundreds of days of arduous training,
Today, before the battle, we sharpen our weapons once again.

After wielding a spear to kill the fox spirit and fighting the barbarian woman hand-to-hand, Wei Zhe finally released the pressure that had been building up inside him.

Despite his seemingly triumphant progress, Wei Zhe actually felt like he was walking on thin ice all along.

It's only because he dared to gamble and could withstand such immense pressure that he's been able to persevere until now.

Now everything is settled, and the most difficult time is finally over!

After resting for several days at Langjuxu, Wei Zhe finally led his army on the return journey.

After more than a month, Wei Zhe finally led his troops to Wuyuan County in Bingzhou.

Once he arrived here, Wei Zhe was not in a hurry to return to Ji County. Instead, he decided to wrap up the battle in Wuyuan City.

Yan Rou was the first to be affected, as Wei Zhe promoted him from Protector of the Xianbei to General Who Crosses the Liao River.

Guo Yun, the former General Who Pacifies the Liao, was promoted to Governor of Bingzhou.

Xu Rong, the former governor of Bingzhou, was appointed General Who Pacifies Bandits and returned to the staff to await a greater role.

Late at night, in the Wuyuan City Prefecture.

Wei Zhe then secretly summoned Yan Rou to his study and instructed her on strategies for governing the Hu people.

"Remember, from this day forward, there is no need to deliberately target the Xianbei people; just act impartially."

"Acting impartially?"

"Yes, no matter which one it is, anyone who commits the crime of robbing Han merchant caravans will be severely punished."

"...This subordinate understands!"

Upon hearing Yan Rou's words, Wei Zhe smiled and tested her, asking, "Tell me, what have you figured out?"

Upon hearing this, Yan Rou's expression turned solemn as she said, "Let not the Dingling of today become the Xianbei of yesterday!"

Hearing this, Wei Zhe nodded with satisfaction.

Yan Rou's ability to grasp this point shows that he truly knows how to handle the grassland issue.

Each stage has its own enemies.

The Xianbei people were indeed the biggest threat from nomadic tribes in Han China in the past, but if we continue to suppress them, we risk repeating the same mistakes.

During the reign of Emperor He, the Xianbei people were able to seize control of the grasslands by taking advantage of the Han army's relentless pursuit and attack on the Xiongnu.

The Xianbei have now been fragmented by Wei Zhe, and continuing to attack them would be counterproductive.

However, Wei Zhe further pointed out:

"Let the Dinglings and Xianbeis fight for a while, and then we'll see how things go."

"Whether it is the Dingling, Xianbei, or Wuhuan, none of them should be allowed to become dominant."

This can be considered a grassland version of the Three Kingdoms period, but it's unknown how many years this situation can last.

However, Wei Zhe wasn't greedy; he'd keep going for as long as he could.

Even if we fail, it's worth it; we can at least learn from past failures for future Han Chinese dynasties.

Through generations of exploration, Wei Zhe believed that one day the Han people would be able to master the scale of "grassland balance"...

(End of this chapter)