Three Kingdoms: Madam, I am a decent person

Chapter 738 The Xiongnu Chanyu Huchuquan and the Right Wise King Qubei

Wang Yi was somewhat tempted after hearing what the young man said.

Today, the finances of the entire Hedong County are controlled by powerful clans.

The Wei and Fan families were particularly notable examples.

Although he was the prefect, his every word and action was subject to the control of powerful families.

Over the years, if it weren't for the presence of the Xiongnu, who played a balancing role, he, the prefect, would have been a puppet!
Although the Xiongnu people submitted to the Han Dynasty very early on.

But in the end, they were barbarians.

Even though they were under the jurisdiction of Hedong County, they still burned, killed, and looted.

If we could obtain this batch of grain from Hebei with the help of the Xiongnu—

Firstly, the Hebei court will surely retaliate, and the Xiongnu population will be greatly reduced.

Secondly, having a certain amount of provisions would also allow them to break free from the constraints imposed by various powerful clans.

Thinking of this, Wang Yi gestured for the young man to continue gathering relevant information, while he stood up, put his hands behind his back, and paced back and forth in the room.

He was weighing the pros and cons to avoid rash actions.

Nearly two hours later, the young man returned, excitedly exclaiming, "There's really no one here!"

"All the caravans are rushing to Jiguan Pass on their way to Yecheng!"

Upon hearing what the young man said, Wang Yi's expression instantly turned serious.

After dismissing the young man, Wang Yi pondered for a long time before finally making up his mind.

Being afraid of wolves in front and tigers behind is not his style!

He had had enough of the powerful families and Xiongnu people in Hedong Commandery.

He has the opportunity to frustrate both sides and consolidate his power, so why not?
As for Hebei retaliating.

If Hebei runs out of supplies, the limits of retaliation will also be limited.

On the contrary, he would then unite with Cao Cao, forming an alliance, and Cao Cao would be able to suppress the Hebei court.

Thinking of that scene, Wang Yi clapped his hands excitedly.

He immediately ordered his trusted confidants to ride at full speed to Pingyang County and summon Huchuquan, the Xiongnu Chanyu stationed there.

The next day, as dusk approached, the Xiongnu arrived.

But it wasn't just the Xiongnu Chanyu Huchuquan who came.

And there was also the Right Wise King of the Xiongnu, Qubei!
Upon arrival, the two went straight to the prefect's residence.

Wang Yi immediately went to greet them, smiling broadly, and said, "Chanyu, Right Wise King, you've finally arrived!"

Hu Chuquan and Qu Bei exchanged a glance, both with serious expressions.

Hu Chuquan said, "Prefect Wang, please speak plainly."

"Don't tell me you've come all this way just to catch up with me."

"I'm short of food and supplies lately, and I'm really worried about it."

"You Han people don't keep your word."

“When I came to Hedong before, those big families all said they would give me enough food and supplies.”

"Now they see us like we're the plague, avoiding us at all costs!"

"I took some things, and you call us barbaric!"

Wang Yi said with a smile, "Chanyu, it's definitely a great thing that we've invited you here."

"If it succeeds, perhaps for the next few years, or even a decade or more, the Xiongnu will not have to worry about food supplies."

Hu Chuquan looked at Wang Yi suspiciously and said, "Oh?"

Qu Bei did not respond.

He simply drew the curved sword from his waist and held it in his arms.

That old geezer.

Anyone who dares to play tricks on us will be killed today!
When I was defeated by Cao Cao with the Xiongnu, it was this old man who led us to Hedong Commandery and promised to provide us with enough food.

Today, the Xiongnu are suppressed in this small Hedong Commandery.

To the north, they were suppressed by the Hebei court and could not return to their homeland; to the south, they could not defeat Cao Cao and could not accumulate strength.

It’s so frustrating!

Wang Yi pulled Hu Chuquan to sit down, poured him tea, and said with a smile, "It's absolutely true." "I received the news yesterday morning that all the garrison troops at Jiguan Pass have withdrawn."

Hu Chuquan exclaimed in surprise, "No way? How could that be! Even if Hebei is muddle-headed, how could they dare to withdraw the garrison at Jiguan Pass?"

Wang Yi pressed him back into his seat and said earnestly, "It's absolutely true. I sent out an embroidered-robed messenger, and he has confirmed the news."

"I have also investigated and found out the specific reasons."

"Didn't General Zhang Sui announce to the world some time ago that he was going to attack Cao Sikong?"

"Then, just a few days ago, General Zhang Sui and Minister Cao fought a great battle in Xingyang. The two sides were evenly matched, and Hebei was even at a disadvantage."

Hu Chuquan laughed and said, "I knew it!"

"Although General Zhang Sui is somewhat capable, he is not Yuan Shao himself, but merely Yuan Shao's son-in-law."

"He rose to his current position because of Yuan Shao's wealth."

"He himself was just a farmer."

“I already disliked him when he was serving the emperor in Hongnong.”

"If I had Yuan Shao backing me up, I would have swept across the world long ago."

"And Cao Cao, it must be said, was indeed quite capable."

“Previously, I joined forces with Yuan Shu and led an army of over 300,000 to fight him, but we were all defeated.”

Hu Chuquan exclaimed, "Cao Cao is the real hero!"

"It's normal that we can't beat this general."

Looking at Wang Yi, Hu Chuquan asked again, "And then?"

Wang Yi then continued, "Then, the General should be planning to fight Cao Cao with all his might."

"In this battle, regardless of whether the Grand General or Cao Sikong wins, there is a high probability that they will sweep across the land."

Hu Chuquan nodded.

This is true.

Although the world is still in chaos, the situation has stabilized somewhat.

The two most powerful warlords were General Zhang Sui and Cao Cao.

Once a victor is decided between them, it is highly likely that the chaotic era will come to an end.

Wang Yi added, "However, the General has a fatal weakness."

Wang Yi took out a scroll from his sleeve and opened it.

Inside was a map of the Yellow River region.

Wang Yi pointed to Wuchao on the map and said, "It has been confirmed that all the grain and fodder for this major battle in Hebei are stored here."

Looking at Huchuquan, Wang Yi narrowed his eyes into slits and said in a sinister tone, "Hebei is a vast and resource-rich land, and this time they have mobilized 400,000 troops specifically to transport grain and fodder."

"If the Chanyu can lead his army to launch a surprise attack on the general's main force from the rear, and then seize their provisions."

"Chanyu, think about it, is the grain and fodder in Wuchao enough to cover the expenses of the Xiongnu for several years, or even more than ten years?"

"Furthermore, the general has repeatedly targeted the Xiongnu."

"In his early years, he killed the Left Wise King and captured nearly 10,000 Xiongnu cavalrymen."

"Last year, he funded Ma Chao, enabling Ma Chao to defeat the Xiongnu."

“In recent years, they have even sent troops to garrison Jiguan Pass to cut off the Xiongnu’s route to Hanoi County to ask for some grain and fodder.”

“Every single thing is against the Xiongnu, and they want to cut off the Xiongnu’s means of survival.”

"Chanyu, in the words of the Central Plains people, it is not the act of a gentleman not to avenge this grudge!"

"Not to mention, as long as we get so much grain, the Xiongnu can develop in Hedong County without having to depend on others."

“I know the hardships you Xiongnu people have endured these past few years.”

"I also tried to ask the powerful families for it."

"However, powerful families all have soldiers and power. If they don't give it to me, I, as the prefect, can't force it."

"If you can obtain this batch of grain, then you Xiongnu people can rest and recuperate in Pingyang. Then, when the General and Cao Sikong are locked in a fierce battle and unable to attend to Bingzhou and other places, you can go north directly and return to your homeland."

"not good?"

(End of this chapter)