According to the "Book of the Later Han Dynasty", the Khitan is a branch originating from the Yuwen Department of Xianbei. There are also historical records saying that the Khitan is the product of the fusion of the Xiongnu and Xianbei. In the Northern Wei Dynasty, the Khitan was merged into Rouran and became a branch of Rouran; when Rouran

Defeated by Northern Wei

After the Tuoba tribe of the royal family, "Khitan" split into two branches. The northern branch was named Shiwei, and Shiwei was divided into northern and southern Shiwei; while the southern branch continued to be named Khitan, and the Liya tent was located at the weak Luo River in the upper reaches of Liao River.

South, Huanglong area. (Today's Shuangliao City area)

Although the Khitan is not divided into two distinct tribes like Shiwei, there are eight major tribes inside, namely Xiwandan tribe, Hedahe tribe, Fufuyu tribe, Yuling tribe, Rilian tribe, Pijie tribe,

Li tribe, Tu Liuyu tribe and eight tribes. Initially, the eight tribes wanted to unify the whole territory and make

Khitan became a highly centralized country, but the relationship between the eight tribes was complicated and no one could do anything about the other. In addition, the tribes in the surrounding countries were constantly looking at the tribes. The eight tribes had no choice but to put aside their prejudices and form a loose tribal alliance, and recommended the strongest tribes.

The powerful chief of the Xiwandan tribe became the great chief.

When a foreign enemy invades, the chiefs of the Xiwandan tribe can summon the other seven chiefs to join forces to fight against the outside world. If there is no war, the eight tribes will go their own way, and no one can rule the other, and no one can mobilize anyone.

Although the Khitan people cannot be said to be beautiful people, because their territory is fertile, the pasture is rich, and there are abundant water sources, they live a comfortable life with plenty of food and clothing. Although the Khitan people were dealt with very miserably by the Northern Qi Dynasty,

After entering the Sui Dynasty, the Sui Dynasty's first enemy was the Turkic Khanate across Europe and Asia. It adopted a soft policy towards the Khitan, Lin, Xi and other small tribes that claimed vassalage. After more than 20 years of silent development, the Khitan again

Become stronger once again.

The growth of strength and the Sui Dynasty's long-term policy of gentleness inspired the wolf nature in the Khitan's bones.

The Eight Tribes of the Khitan were ready to make a move. When the Eastern Turks tempted them to go south and promised to send troops to support them and help them eliminate the Xi tribe and Nanshi Wei, the Eight Tribes did not hesitate to send their troops south, killing the Sui Dynasty by surprise and snatching back a large number of women.

and property, and really made a lot of money.

In their view, the Sui Dynasty had always valued peace in the Northeast, and the Sui Dynasty was at the critical moment of the transition between the old and the new. The new emperor Yang Guang's control over the world was far inferior to that of the late emperor. Otherwise, his younger brother Yang Liang would not be able to control the world.

They would rebel. As long as they admit their mistake afterwards, show a humble attitude, and give Yang Guang face, the Sui Dynasty will eventually let it go.

However, all optimistic conjectures disappeared in a flash like a beautiful shooting star. Instead of accepting their apology and forgiving them, the Sui Dynasty moved troops to the border and prepared to destroy the Khitans.

The matter has come to this, and there is no use in regretting it.

When the great chief Xiwandan Zhangke learned that Yang Lun, the general manager of Liaodong Road appointed by the Sui Emperor, had led his army northward; Li Zixiong, the deputy general manager of Liaodong Road and the general manager of Youzhou, led 10,000 cavalry across Yingzhou and from Liaozhou along the

Go north along the Liao River and go straight to Yazhang Huanglong and other news.

Immediately issued a mobilization order, requiring the young Khitans to gather in the Chanzhen River Basin and prepare for the battle. At the same time, he also appointed the chief of He Dahe tribe and Da He Duluo as generals and asked him to lead his soldiers to fight against Li Zixiong.

He was asked to capture one of Li Zixiong's troops to boost the morale of the Khitans.

In addition, envoys were sent to Turkic Baicheng and Goguryeo Liaodong City respectively to explain the truth of the death of lips and teeth, hoping that they would send troops to help as soon as possible, work together to defeat the Sui Dynasty, and then establish a large anti-Sui alliance.

The Ho tribe has a population, territory, and strength second only to the Xiwandan tribe. It is the second largest tribe in the Khitan. Chief Heduluo has long been determined to replace Xiwandan Zhangke and become the great chief of the Khitan. Therefore, the two

There were quite a lot of contradictions and conflicts between them. But Siwandan Zhangke knew that Da Heduluo had great ambitions just like himself.

If they want to realize this ambition, they must put the overall interests of the Khitan first. Only by working together to repel and defeat the Sui army can the Khitan survive and talk about subsequent development. Otherwise, there is no need to discuss anything.

Therefore, at this moment, this competitor is more reliable and credible than the Fufuyu, Yuling, and Rilian tribes who have surrendered to him.

As for everything else, they are all internal conflicts and are not important now.

Great Heduluo also had this tacit understanding. After receiving the appointment from Siwandan Zhangke, he urgently summoned his headquarters and Li tribe, summoned Liuyu tribe warriors, and obtained more than 30,000 troops, and then went south along the Liao River.

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North of Liaozhou.

A large number of Khitan cavalry marched slowly along the west bank of the Liao River. The river bank and beach have been washed away by the water for many years and have become a natural avenue. Some narrow sections that are difficult to navigate have been dug and dredged by the people who have lived here for generations.

Especially the Northern Qi clan

When General Gao Baoning was in charge of Yingzhou, he repaired many northbound roads, including the Liao Shui Road, so that the Liao Shui Road and other northbound roads were wide and flat. Take the Liao Shui Road as an example, Gao Baoning conquered and surrendered to the Northern Qi Dynasty many times.

Afraid of the Khitan Qingzhuang from the Northern Qi Dynasty who came to cultivate.

To this day, the narrowest point of this very important strategic road can accommodate ten riders traveling abreast. If the flood season comes, even twenty riders can ride abreast.

"Father, what will happen if Shiwanden Zhangke attacks our old camp this time when we go on an expedition as a family?" A young general with a childish face and armor rode his horse to Daheduluo, feeling quite worried.

said.

This young man is the eldest son of the great Ho Douluo, the great Ho Mohui. He has been taught by officials from the Northern Qi Dynasty who fled to Khitan since he was a child. He is deeply familiar with the politics and art of war in the Central Plains. He is deeply loved by the great Ho Douluo, and he has been a member of the Central Plains since he was a child.

Appoint him as his heir.

Daheduluo smiled brightly: "Although the chief and I have some conflicts, both of us put the interests of the Khitan first. We hope that the Khitan will be strong, rather than that the Khitan will weaken and die. This is our tacit understanding and consensus. Today

, our Khitan is in danger of being destroyed, and the chief will not be stupid enough to provoke civil strife. Next, not only will he not stab us in the back, but he will try his best to protect our people."

Da Hemohui seemed to understand, frowned, thought for a moment, and then asked, "Then what should we do?"

"Of course we have defeated Li Zixiong." Dahe Duuluo said: "Liaozhou only has one Liaozhou County and one Tongding Town, which is not difficult to obtain; but Yanzhou was an important defense town in the Sui Dynasty against Goguryeo. When Yang Jian was alive, it was

Huaiyuan County, Liaoxi County, and Yanjun County in Yanzhou have built strong cities and important cities. The three are the horns of each other. They are easy to defend and difficult to attack.

As long as we kill Li Zixiong's entire army in this battle, we can easily capture Liaozhou and Yanzhou and push the front to the east of Yingzhou. In this way, we can not only contain the Sui army from the east,

Cut off the connection between the Sui Dynasty and Goguryeo... In this regard, the ambitious Goguryeo will definitely be happy to see this happen, and may even send troops to respond."

Although the territories occupied by the Khitan were all fertile land on the grasslands, the strategic depth they could move was too small and the population was too small. Over the years, the Turkic Khanate split, the Sui Dynasty reached its peak, and Goguryeo became more powerful.

With the rise of power, the Wei, Xi and Xi tribes in the north and south were struggling between the Sui Dynasty and the Turks, making it difficult for the Khitan in the middle to move forward. If the Khitan could not create a new situation, it would surely weaken in the encirclement.

For the Central Plains dynasty, Liaozhou and Yanzhou were bitter and cold places that were not suitable for human survival. But for the Khitan people, these so-called bitter and cold places were not only a paradise on earth, but also gave them a very

If this important outlet to the sea is captured, the Khitan's

The territory and prestige will be greatly increased, and it can also harass and plunder the coastal villages and towns of Yingzhou, Pingzhou, Xuanzhou, and Youzhou in the Sui Dynasty. At the same time, it can also make the northern and southern Shiwei, Xi tribe, Xi tribe, Sumo Mohe, and Bodu Mohe pay attention.

Khitan made the Goguryeo people, who sometimes tampered with the border, a little restrained.

After a slight pause, Da Heduoluo continued: "With the success of conquering Liaozhou and Yanzhou, we will have the strength to surpass the Xiwandan tribe and the prestige to surpass Xiwandan Zhangke. By then, Da Heduoluo will

The position of chief is within reach."

When he said this, the excitement and excitement shown by Da Ho Du Luo also aroused the fighting spirit of Da Ho Mo Hui and others.

When Da Heduoluo saw his disciples, his followers were elated and very satisfied. They were wolves. If they did not have the ambition to replace the Xiwandan tribe and unify the Khitans, they would not be qualified Khitan warriors.

"This place is so gloomy that it is really annoying." After looking at the rolling mountains and dense forests to the west, the great Hoduluo ordered: "Order the front army to speed up the progress; at the same time, send more scouts to investigate, so as not to

Got caught in an ambush by the Sui army."

After the order was issued, the army moved faster. However, the width of the Liao Waterway was limited, and their number was quite large. It was not easy for the team that stretched for more than ten miles to speed up.

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Liaozhou is located in the extreme east of the Sui Dynasty. Its terrain runs east-west and north-south, like a wedge, deeply wedged between Khitan and Goguryeo. During the Han Dynasty, it was only a small part of Liaodong County.

Part of it is not even as big as some upper counties, but its strategic location is extremely important, so in the 16th year of Emperor Kaihuang's reign, Yang Jian named this small place Dongshan County, and also designated it as a state-level administrative unit.

To show attention.

Although the sparrow is small, it has all the internal organs. There are many chief officials in Liaozhou. The current governor Yanxun also holds the post of Sima. He is the son of Yan Rong and the son-in-law of Yang Xiong. After his father was sentenced to death by Yang Jian because of his cruelty, he inherited the throne.

His father's title was only changed from Duke of Luocong County to Duke of Changping County. Because Yan Xun was serving as Youzhou Facao.

, helped Yang Ji seize the power of Dou Kangjun, and was later promoted to the governor of Liaozhou due to his meritorious service. Although he was only a small governor of Xiazhou, his rank was comparable to that of the central minister. And the "prefect" is very important in the officialdom.

Ladder, after he has this qualification, he will be promoted to Zhongzhou or Shangzhou, and then he will enter the central ministries.

As for Changshi Huangfu Wuyi, he was also a figure whose father worshiped heaven and had boundless power.

Originally, he was just a dispensable member of the imperial family, but his father, Huangfu Dan, was brutally killed because he opposed Yang Liang's rebellion when he was serving as Sima of the Bingzhou Grand Administrator. Yang Guang was grateful to Huangfu Dan for his loyalty and sacrifice for the country.

Huangfu Wuyi was conferred the title of Marquis Pingyu, and was appointed governor of Liao Dynasty and magistrate of Dongshan County. Huangfu was posthumously granted the title of Zhuguo and Duke of Hongyi County.

Among the state officials, Li Zixiong, Yan Xun, Huangfu Wuyi, and several generals were urgently discussing the military situation. Suddenly, a scout brigade commander rushed in quickly, and everyone looked over immediately.

"Reporting to the commander-in-chief, the Khitan rear army has passed the confluence of Ruoluoshui (West Liao River) and Nansu River (East Liao River); and the forward has already left the pass of Qiliang Mountain (Nuruerhu Mountain). It is estimated that there are two more

It won't take long before they all come out." Scout Huo Chang reported with clasped fists.

"Generals, prepare for battle!" Li Zixiong's eyes flashed with a strong evil spirit. He stood up suddenly, handed an arrow to the scout brigade commander, and ordered: "Inform the people in the mountains that as soon as all the Khitan dogs come out of the pass, we will

The road is blocked and their escape route is cut off!”

"I obey my command!" The scout brigade commander took the arrow and ran away.

Li Zixiong looked at the generals with deep eyes and said in a deep voice: "Everyone, I, Li Zixiong, have participated in pacifying the rebellion of Yuchi Jiong, participated in the battle to destroy Chen, and participated in pacifying the rebellion of King Yang Liang of Han, but these

, it is all a civil war for our clan, and there is no glory to speak of. However, today’s battle is not only a battle of hatred, but also concerns the millions of people of our Sui Dynasty. There is no room for any mistakes. I also hope that all generals will help me wipe out the invading enemies.

thief!"

After saying that, he bowed deeply to everyone!

The generals had seen the tragic scene outside Longshan City, but Yan Xun, Huangfu Wuyi and other local officials had not witnessed it, but they also knew what the foreigners had done, not leaving any chickens or dogs alone, so there was an angry flame in everyone's chest.

Burning. At this time, Li Zixiong
To be continued...