The nine Zhaowu Kingdoms in the river have always been influenced by foreign forces, which has a lot to do with the special situation of the nine Zhaowu Kingdoms themselves.

The nine surnames of Zhaowu were originally from Yuezhi people. The name Zhaowu came from Zhaowu County in Zhangye County in the Han Dynasty. Before Emperor Wu of Han, it was a nomadic land of the Yuezhi people. The Huns invaded and drove the Yuezhi people out of the Pamir Mountains. The Yuezhi lost its country and divided it into tribes of large and small, called the Lite people. Some of them entered the Hezhong area and took Zhaowu as their surname, which was the ancestor of the nine kingdoms of Zhaowu.

Because they are located in the middle of the Silk Road, doing business has become the best way out for the Lite people. The word Lite means merchants. Lite people love business and are good at doing business, and are famous all over the world and rich. Because they have no fixed place to deal with business, they do not focus on agriculture, so they value covenants more and do not like to have a fixed ruling relationship. Like Greece before the West, the nine countries of Zhaowu in the Hezhong area are city-states, not a country.

Even for their lord, Kang State, they did not have much political coercive obligations, and each city was autonomous and did not belong to each other. All matters were determined by the city lord or king. These rulers of all sizes were called Dehgan in the local language, and each Dehgan had his own guard, called Shakir, which was what the Han people called Tuojie.

This word comes from Turkic words, which means warriors. Tuojie is a bit similar to the Sanweilang of the Tang Dynasty. He is a close attendant of the king. He is composed of noble children. He means hostages and the role of reserve officers. Just like Wei Yingwu, these people are young and energetic, and have martial arts skills. The thing they like to do is to gather together to compete in martial arts. The people they admire most are people with high martial arts skills. They do not need to engage in production. When they are not on duty, they wander around on horseback and find people to compete in martial arts. They have a bit of the taste of knights in later generations, free and casual, proud and respectful.

The Lite people did not value literature, and read and read to be able to keep accounts. These knights replaced the role of the poets. The people in the river valued martial arts and respected warriors. If they wanted to become famous in the river, the quickest way was to pass these Shakier's mouths.

Princess Heyi suggested that Li Zaixing make a name for himself in the competition and traveling through the river in the name of the competition. It has to be said that it is a very creative idea.

Of course, this is not just about being a scout, but also about inquiring about military information. It is enough for Li Zaixing to understand the meaning of it himself, and there is no need to explain it too clearly.

Although Ah Silandagan was over 60 years old, he was a martial arts man. When he heard Princess Heyi proposed to hold a martial arts competition, he immediately became energetic and shouted loudly. He immediately called the prince, a young man about twenty-seven or eight years old. Like Ah Silandagan, he also had a Chinese name called Xue Yu, probably because of Xiang Mu Huafeng. However, in Li Zaixing's view, their Chinese names were a bit inappropriate.

Xue Yu had a typical Turkic appearance, tall, handsome, and wide palms. He had a few conversations with Li Zaixing at the reception banquet. He heard that he was going to take the martial arts competition, so he became interested and agreed.

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When he returned to the guest house, Li Zaixing told Almadie, Pei Xuanqing and others about the martial arts competition. They were all very happy. Bai Xiaode and Gus were eager to try and look forward to showing their skills. Even Du Fu, who was not skilled in martial arts, stroked his beard and said happily: "It turns out that the hardships are over. As soon as he crossed the Palacio Mountains, a grand event came. I want to write a poem chronicle. I am afraid that no one can go so far as I go, let alone experience the grand event of the Hu people like me."

Li Zaixing laughed: "Brother Du, you are arrogant."

Du Fu raised his eyebrows: "This is what I deserve. The higher I stand, the farther I see, the farther I go, the more beautiful the scenery I see. Don't you often say that hard work will bring you rewards. Now is the time for me to harvest."

Everyone burst into laughter and was filled with excitement. After a while, Li Zaixing waved his hand: "In addition to becoming famous in martial arts, we have one more thing to do."

Everyone immediately put away their smiles and listened quietly to Li Zaixing's words.

"Like my Tang Dynasty, the countries in Hezhong are still martial and have strong talents. It should be said that their martial arts should be very powerful. But the situation is just the opposite. They have been invaded by their neighbors since their founding and cannot survive. I think there must be his reasons for this. Taking advantage of this martial arts tournament, I hope you all can think more about this issue."

Li Zaixing turned his head and looked at Du Fu solemnly: "Brother Du, among us, you read the most books and have the best knowledge. I hope you can do your best."

"This is what I should do." Du Fu said unwillingly, and then he felt a little regretful: "If Brother Taibai, who is skilled in the art of erectile dysfunction, may have a greater effect than me."

Li Zaixing felt aroused in his heart and felt that Du Fu was right. The technique of ling and ling is also known as Lianheng and ling. It originated from Su Qin and Zhang Yi during the Warring States Period. They were alliances between countries and seeking victory, similar to later diplomacy. Li Bai was good at ling and linguistic techniques, but he had no power in the unified Tang Dynasty. If he went to the Hezhong area, he could show his strength. Moreover, he had a Hu person and was well versed in Hu language, so he should get along better with these Hu people.

"You write to Brother Taibai to see if he is interested in making achievements."

"good."

As he was talking, someone came to report at the door, and Prince Xue Yu came to see him. Li Zaixing was a little surprised. He broke up just now, why did he come again?

Li Zaixing went out and welcomed Xue Yu in. Xue Yu was very polite. As soon as he entered the door, he bowed his hand and performed a tribute, which was quite good. He said to Du Fu first: "My mother heard Du Jun's masterpiece, and seemed to have seen the prosperous scene of the Tang Dynasty again. She was very grateful. She ordered me to greet her and offer her a leap of the creek and a famous camel. Please accept Du Jun smile."

As he said, a guard held a large exquisite wooden box and opened the lid. It was filled with a box of green beads, each with crystal clear and transparent.

Outside the door, someone brought a camel. Although it could not be compared with the white camel that Li Siye gave to Li Zaixing, it was also a rare good camel. What was more conspicuous was the golden saddle on the hunchback, which was dazzling and eye-catching in the sun.

Du Fu was overjoyed, and Pei Xuanqing and others couldn't help but feel a little jealous. Their fighting desperately was much harder than Du Fu, but they did not receive any decent gifts. Du Fu recited a few poems and made a fortune, which was so jealous.

Xue Yu looked at Pei Xuanqing and others' eyes: "My father and the queen also have gifts for you, but the biggest gift can only be obtained after the competition. I, Ningyuan, have many experts, so you have to work hard."

Pei Xuanqing and others understood that there were rewards, but they had to win the martial arts competition. After hearing this, they looked at each other and secretly tried their best.

Xue Yu aroused the anger of Pei Xuanqing and others, pulled Li Zaixing aside, and chuckled softly: "My Chinese name is Xue Yu, which means the queen of mother."

Li Zaixing's heart moved and glanced at Xue Yu's handsome face, and understood a little. Xue Yu smiled and continued, "I believe in the Zoroastrianism. I heard that the maids around the lieutenant were named Elmie Di, so I believe they believe in the Zoroastrianism?"

Li Zaixing nodded.

"So, we are really interested in each other." Xue Yu smiled and hugged Li Zaixing's arm: "We must get close to each other."

Li Zaixing sighed secretly, thinking that Princess Yi is not a good-looking lamp. The emperor sent her to Ningyuan to marry her, and he really chose the right person. It seems that the emperor had already made some arrangements for Central Asia, and he just happened to take on this task. Perhaps, if it weren't for the Anshi Rebellion in history, even if Talas was frustrated before, the Tang Dynasty would not have given up its pace of entering Central Asia. It might be an exaggeration to say that the Battle of Talas was a turning point in the national policy of the Tang Dynasty.

Of course, the Battle of Talas is definitely not without its impact. Anxi's elite troops were lost and they were unable to recover within a few years. The Tang Dynasty's control in Central Asia was sharply reduced, and the impact was still far-reaching.

There are accidents and inevitable things in this, which cannot be summarized in one or two sentences.

Li Zaixing smiled slightly and held Xue Yu's hand in his back: "What a coincidence, my foreign family's surname is Xue. We should indeed get close to you."

Xue Yu laughed, pinched Li Zaixing's hand, and then said a few more words before saying goodbye.

Li Zaixing immediately summoned Pei Xuanqing and others to discuss. Judging from Xue Yu's words, the martial arts competition is not just about making Li Zaixing famous, but may also involve the power struggle within Ningyuan. Although he has integrated into Bahan and regarded himself as Bahan, Ah Silandagan and his son are Turkish people after all, and he continues to use the Turkish methods in inheriting the throne, and those who are capable are kings. Since Xue Yu is close to Princess Heyi, he must have some ideas about the throne. This martial arts competition cannot be underestimated.

"We have so many people, it is impossible for them to go all out." Li Zaixing said lightly, and Pei Xuanqing and others immediately showed nervous expressions. Whether they can go to battle means whether they can get rewards. This is a good opportunity to get rich, and no one will let them go easily. Li Zaixing saw it in his eyes, but he remained silent: "Our purpose is not to win one or two games, and Ningyuan's Warriors are not our enemies. This time, at most, it is just that everyone is familiar with each other. When we go to other countries, it is time for us to truly perform."

Bai Xiaode was the first to react and nodded in agreement.

"Let's compete first and roughly distinguish the advantages and disadvantages. At that time, different opponents will be fought by different people." Li Zaixing smiled and said, "I will take the lead. Who do you have any objections?"

Before everyone could speak, Elmie Di said sternly: "Whoever has any objection? First, I have to ask if the dragon gun in my hand agrees or not."

Pei Xuanqing smiled bitterly and said, "I said, "There is no need to be so cruel to the angel lady, my family, right? No matter how we don't accept anyone, we can't accept Dalang. We come here from thousands of miles away, and don't regard him as the first, who will be the first?"

Elmiedi snorted and took a step back.

Li Zaixing waved his hand and continued, "From now on, we will divide into two categories: the two major categories of stairs, headed by Twenty-Two Langs, and you five will follow." Li Zaixing pointed to the five Rangers who are good at stairs fighting, and pointed at Gus: "You and your companions will follow them too. You will go and compete with Twenty-Two Langs later to see who is more suitable to be the leader."

Gus responded with an excited look on his eyes.

"You are the leader of the cavalry warfare." Li Zaixing looked at Bai Xiaode: "I will hand over these brothers to you."

Bai Xiaode looked at Li Zaixing unexpectedly, hesitated for a moment, and bowed to take the order.

"Elmaddy, you are my guard. No matter who it is, as long as they can defeat Twenty-Elphalang or Bai Xiaode, you will come forward to take over the enemy." Li Zaixing looked at Elmaddy deeply: "Your responsibility is very heavy, remember."

"Here." Elmiedi bowed his hand and took the order, as solemn as a knight. "I swear in the name of the true god Ahura, that I will protect my master with my own body, and I will never refuse to die."

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