Return of the Swallow

After the three people reached an agreement, they returned to the camp.

At this time, brothers Chaganbala and Halbala had already become disciples of Liao Zhibing. Along with him, Uncle Arhan, who acted as a translator, went together to learn how to raise and control the tracking Gu.

In the following days, everyone was busy preparing. On the one hand, the Minuo tribe was preparing to settle down in Xiyue. Brother Chaganbala was learning how to use tracking Gu. Therefore, Lu Heng became the sole agent of Minuo. The tribesmen went to negotiate with the officials stationed in Xiyue.

However, because Pang Xiao has become the king of Xiyue chosen by God, and the goddess has become the princess of Xiyue King, several officials in the court are now very obedient to the new prince.

So Lu Heng came to negotiate with Pang Xiao's officials, and things went very smoothly.

Pang Xiao first settled Zhou Meng's wives, concubines, and children. He did not express his anger at them as these people feared. Instead, he summoned all the officials in front of him and publicly announced that he would not punish them harshly.

"There is no reason for others to bear the responsibility for the mistakes made by the Zhou clan. Women and children are innocent. They are also Xiyue's people and should not be implicated."

As soon as these words came out, they were unanimously recognized by the officials, and most of them were relieved.

——The newly appointed King and Princess of Xiyue can even spare Zhou Meng's wives, concubines and children, let alone attack innocent courtiers like them.

After Xiyue and the Minuo tribe had settled their residences and decided to go their own ways and live in peace, Pang Xiao then focused on selecting the next person to take charge among Xiyue's officials.

Finally he selected an official named Li Ru.

Li Ru is thirty-four years old this year. His ancestors migrated here with Xiyue. His father and grandfather both held important official positions in the Xiyue Dynasty, and his ancestors were officials accompanying the state capital during the Northern Hebei Kingdom.

Li Ru was smart and capable, but also loyal and kind. After Pang Xiao tested him, he felt that this person was quite suitable, so he called him to the palace for a secret talk.

What was specifically discussed was unknown since Qin Yining was not present.

But when Li Ru came out of the palace, his eyes were shining, as if full of hope for the future.

Qin Yining smiled and gave Pang Xiao a cup of tea and asked, "What did you say to him? How can someone be so excited?"

Pang Xiao smiled and said: "I just taught him how to handle the affairs of acting on behalf of the government. By the way, I told him about the current situation outside and also told him my true identity."

Qin Yining said in surprise: "Does he know who you are? Doesn't he also know that you are not the king of the Xiyue chosen by some god? Then why is he still so excited?"

Pang Xiao said with a smile: "Although the people of Xiyue all believe in the Xiyue Religion, there is no harm in using your brain on some things. Li Ru is a sensible person. Anyway, during the previous reign of Zhou Meng, the people of Xiyue did not have such a problem. No matter how good it is, the royal family is just using a legend in the Xiyue Holy Book to give the people hope. It is like drawing a big cake to satisfy people's hunger. The people's patience will reach its limit sooner or later.

"The reason why the people of Xiyue believe in the legend of the goddess so much is because the food problem in Xiyue is no longer optimistic. Now that I have a strong background, I promise to help them get out of the desert at any time, and also allow the people of Xiyue to have We have food to eat, and we can also start trade with Dazhou in the future, so that the people of Xiyue no longer have to be trapped here like in prison, they can leave at any time if they want, of course Li Ru will be excited about so many benefits."

Qin Yining nodded with a smile and leaned on Pang Xiao's shoulder: "Actually, I really like this place. It would be great if our families could all settle here. We can live our lives peacefully and don't have to think about it anymore. There are all the disturbances outside, even if you don’t have fine clothes, fine food, maids and luxurious children, you will still be happy if you are ordinary.”

Pang Xiao put his long arms around her shoulders, held her in his arms, and kissed her forehead. His eyes became particularly firm.

"There will be such a day. Then no one will threaten our lives and the lives of our families, and we can live an ordinary life. We should not think about anything, just think about how we can have two children in three years."

When Qin Yining heard this, his face turned red.

Although she and Pang Xiao were married, they only spent a month together after their marriage. After that, they had been living on the move. The days of disaster relief were even more tiring and haggard. How could they handle the matter of "holding two children for three years"? She really hasn't studied it in depth yet.

When Pang Xiao said it, Qin Yining was so embarrassed that she wanted to crawl into the cracks in the ground. She hit him on the shoulder and spat: "You are not serious."

"Why are you not serious?" Pang Xiao fell in love with the beauty of Xiafei's cheeks. He pinched her chin and said vaguely: "I think this is a big deal."

Qin Yining wanted to refute, but in the end his words were swallowed. She could only slump in his arms and let him do whatever he wanted.

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After half a month of preparation in Xiyue, everything was ready.

Brothers Chaganbala and Halbala also successfully learned how to use tracking Gu. The two brothers also decided that in the future, they would use Tracking Gu as a legacy, so that every generation can learn how to use it. If they continue to live in the future, In this oasis, tracking Gu is simply the best weapon to get in and out of Xiyue.

Early that morning, more than a dozen Xiyue officials headed by Li Ru and people from the Minuo tribe headed by the Chaganbala brothers sent Qin Yining and his team to the edge of the oasis.

Uncle Arhan's eyes were a little moist. He looked at Qin Yining and Lu Heng and said sadly: "If you have any difficulties outside in the future, just come back. The Minuo Department will always have your backing."

Halbala and Chaganbala also nodded and said in Tatar: "You will always be the chiefs of the Minuo tribe!"

Pang Xiao told Qin Yining what the Halbala brothers said. Qin Yining looked at the clansmen who had been together through life and death, and tears welled up in his eyes.

"Everyone, please take care. Even if we are far apart from now on, we are still thinking about each other in our hearts, then we are still the same as there is no difference."

Uncle Arhan pursed his lips, with tears in his eyes, beat his chest hard, and nodded heavily.

On the other side, although Xiyue's officials did not have such deep feelings, after the negotiation with Pang Xiao, Li Ru now regarded Pang Xiao as Xiyue's hope. At this time, he also solemnly saluted Pang Xiao and Qin Yining.

"The prince and princess will return soon."

Pang Xiao nodded with a smile, patted Li Ru on the shoulder and said: "A successful ruler will never rush to eliminate dissidents and expel foreigners, but will achieve the best balance among multiple factions and ethnic groups. .This is the so-called art of checks and balances. Mr. Li is a smart man, I hope you can remember what I said."

Li Ru felt as if he was enlightened for a moment. He couldn't help but look back at the Minuo tribe members who were saying goodbye to Lu Heng and Qin Yining. His thoughts, which were still a little wavering at first, became firm now.

"Don't worry, Your Majesty, I understand what you mean. This land may be invaded by wind and sand, but it will not be split in two. What the people of Xiyue need most is not war, but stable development. I will not Do things that are detrimental to the people.”

Pang Xiao saw that he was clear-cut and promised not to use troops against the Minuo tribe after he left, so he smiled and patted his shoulder again, "Take care."

"My lord and princess, take care." Li Ru led the officials to salute again.

Qin Yining tied up his scarf, waved to the Minuo tribe, and then left Xiyue with Lu Heng, Cao Yuqing, Liao Zhibing, and the Jinghuwei who followed Pang Xiao, and gradually walked into the desert.

Uncle Arhan and his party watched their figures gradually turn into a small black dot before reluctantly turning back.

Brothers Chaganbala and Harbala had red eyes.

Uncle Arhan also had a sore nose.

After all, they have been together through life and death. This friendship is different from ordinary relationships.

"Okay, let's not be sad. Think carefully about how to use the tracking Gu to pick up the rest of our tribe and children. That's the serious thing!"

With the blue sky and white clouds in front of us, free air, and a stable environment, the Mino tribe can finally break out of the siege of the Tatar royal family, no longer oppressed and enslaved, and continue to thrive here. Everything in the future seems to be full of hope. Hope, Halbala and Chaganbala also cheered up and laughed heartily.

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Although Qin Yining, Pang Xiao and his entourage had many twists and turns on their way out of the desert, everything went smoothly in the desert because they were well prepared and had Liao Zhibing as their guide.

Seven days later, they took the shortest route and finally left the desert and arrived at a remote wilderness in Tatar territory.

It was the middle of winter, and heavy snow covered the wilderness and distant mountains. The group chose a leeward hillside to camp and discuss the next trip.

Qin Yining said: "I think we will approach the border between Zhou Dynasty and Tatar in a few days. At that time, it is best for us and Mr. Lu to go separately. The target in one place is too big. What should Mr. Lu do best? It’s convenient to enter the country secretly.”

Lu Heng also nodded: "That's right."

Qin Yining looked at Cao Yuqing with a smile, "Aunt Cao, did you agree to what I discussed with you last time?"

Cao Yuqing couldn't help but pinch Qin Yining's cheek, "You little girl, with your husband, am I redundant?"

"What the hell." Qin Yining blushed at what Cao Yuqing said and coughed before saying: "Aunt Cao is very capable and is the most proficient in makeup, lurking and other techniques. It's easy for you to dress Mr. Lu up and enter the country."

Cao Yuqing pretended to be helpless and said: "Okay, okay, who asked you to call me aunt? I promise you. Leave it to me to escort Mr. Lu to Beijing."

Qin Yining smiled and hugged Cao Yuqing's arm and shook her: "Thank you Aunt Cao."

Cao Yuqing liked Qin Yining from the bottom of her heart. She smiled and flicked her forehead with her finger.

Lu Heng stood up and saluted Cao Yuqing gratefully: "Thank you, Guard Cao."