Chapter Two Hundred and Two: Subduing the Three Tribes
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Subsequently.
In the year 383 of the Qin Dynasty, on the 26th day of the seventh month.
The Zhou Dynasty, which had always remained neutral with the Qin Dynasty, suddenly launched a military campaign southward, invading Luoyang Prefecture. In a short period, they captured several cities, inflicting heavy losses on the Qin army within Luoyang Prefecture.
In order to counter the attacks from both sides.
First, the Qin Dynasty sent 800,000 Fire Lin Army to support the Great Wilderness Mansion.
後麵。
Another eighty thousand Canglong Army and one million two hundred thousand elite troops were dispatched, totaling two million soldiers, surging toward Luo'an Prefecture.
And so the great war began.
For the past two months.
The Great Zhou intensified its attacks on Lu'an Prefecture, but fortunately, with the arrival of reinforcements from the imperial court, Lu'an Prefecture managed to hold out against the Great Zhou forces.
At the same time.
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On the barbarian side, they also sent reinforcements.
In the morning court.
The Great Qin Emperor Gu Xuanji's expression was solemn, and a heavy atmosphere of killing intent permeated the court meeting.
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"Your Majesty, a month ago the barbarian hordes increased their army by 1.2 million. In conjunction with the force that had already invaded the Dahuang Prefecture, the remaining number of barbarians is now a total of 2 million.
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Although the Dahua Mansion had the Black Tiger Army and the Fire Scale Army stationed there, it also faced tremendous pressure.
According to the Tianchawei, the barbarian tribes are still showing signs of troop buildup. We need to take precautions first!
Dongfang Zhao's expression remained calm as he reported on the battlefield situation.
The Heavenly Watch is the eye and ear of the Demon Suppression Division, and also the eye and ear of the Qin Empire.
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Although the imperial court also had its own intelligence department, it was far inferior to the Tianchawei in every aspect.
Gu Xuanji's face was expressionless.
"Dongfang Zhen Shou thought, how many more troops should the Great Qin send"
“I am not skilled in matters of warfare and strategy. Offering advice rashly would only delay military intelligence!”
The Eastern Emperor lowered his head and replied.
Gu Xuanji silently watched him for a moment, then nodded slightly.
"I understand."
"Your Majesty!"
Then, Dongfang Zhao bowed once more and retreated.
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Immediately.
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Gu Xuanji's eyes fell on the others.
"As for the defense of Dongfang Town, I believe you have all heard. The situation is tense now. Dahuang Prefecture is our Great Qin territory and must absolutely not fall into the hands of barbarians. What countermeasures do you have"
That's all.
A courtier stepped forward.
“Your Majesty, the barbarian's intention to capture our Grand Wilderness Prefecture is clear as day. Right now, all we can do is dispatch troops to reinforce them. We absolutely cannot allow the barbarians to conquer Grand Wilderness Prefecture. Autumn has already begun.”
In a few more days, it will be the frigid winter.
The harsh conditions of this region would make it difficult for the barbarians to maintain their offensive if winter arrived. They would certainly have to retreat.
"By then, the crisis of Dahua Mansion will be resolved!"
Upon hearing this.
Grand Chancellor Fu Yan also nodded, indicating his agreement. He waited until the other party finished speaking before standing up and bowing to take over the conversation.
"Mr. Liu is right, but it's still two or three months until winter. In that time, a lot can happen. Besides, the barbarian reinforcements in winter depend on one thing: their supplies being replenished."
If left unchecked, the barbarians would continue to plunder resources in the Great Wilderness Prefecture, even through winter.
The biggest difference between the barbarians and the Great Qin lay in their resources.
Resource shortage.
And the barbarians had a large population.
Every winter, a batch of people die.
Therefore.
Every year, just before winter sets in, barbarian tribes would bravely and relentlessly attack the Great Wilderness Prefecture. Their aim was to plunder resources, ensuring their entire tribe could survive the harsh winter.
While attacking the Great Wilderness Mansion would result in some deaths, it could save the lives of more barbarians.
But what if we don't attack the Dahuang Mansion
Then those who died were a vast number of barbarians.
The art of choosing.
They didn't find it difficult to make a decision.
Therefore.
The barbarians' incursion into Daharng Mansion also has a major weakness, which is the problem of resource supply.
Usually.
The wilderness isn't too harsh and still provides resources to replenish, allowing the army to advance into the Great Desolation Prefecture. After entering the Great Desolation Prefecture, the army can also plunder resources to make up for their losses, so there's no need to worry too much.
But once winter sets in, that's a big problem.
After Fu Yan finished speaking, a minister said: “Fu sir’s question is not actually a big issue. The resources plundered by the barbarians come from the Dahuang Mansion. However, the consumption of several million troops cannot be replenished by the current plundering resources.”
In my opinion, as long as we issue orders to all cities and regions to guard their resources and prevent the barbarians from plundering at will, that should be sufficient.
"That's indeed a way to do it."
Fu Yan nodded, then shook his head with a smile that wasn't quite a smile.
"Unfortunately, sometimes the barbarians' resources are not simply as easy as plundering."
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What does Minister Fu mean
Gu Xuanji frowned.
Fu Yan bowed deeply, then straightened up and said in a loud voice, "Your Majesty may not know that now the Dahuang Mansion is in chaos, many merchants secretly provide resources to the barbarians, making sure the barbarians have abundant resources—"
"Impossible!" A minister directly interrupted Fu Yan: "Merchants are also Qin people, how could they provide resources to the barbarians!"
"As for yes or no, Master Dongfang should be more clear than I am."
Fu Yan smiled faintly.
Gu Xuanji fixed his gaze on Dongfang Zhao: "Dongfang Zhen, is what the Prime Minister said true"
“Yes!”
Under everyone's gaze, Dong Fang Zhao nodded very calmly.
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He added: “Barbarians sent people to secretly infiltrate various places, buying food and other supplies at high prices. Some merchants, in order to make a profit, would privately smuggle those supplies to the barbarians.”
For this reason, the Demon Suppression Division has cooperated with local yamen and arrested many people.
Upon hearing this.
Many ministers were startled, some even angrily shouted out.
"Not being a true son of Qin, you provide resources to barbarians while being part of our great nation. Do you realize that such actions amount to betraying Qin"
“For every resource provided, countless Qin soldiers die at the front lines. They must be killed! It is absolutely necessary!”
“Darn it——”
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Sounds of furious cursing and spitting rose in the hall.
Gu Xuanji's face was icy cold as he looked at Dongfang Zhao: "What happened to those people"
"They are all imprisoned in various government offices. As for the specifics, it's up to Your Majesty to decide."
The Eastern envoy bowed and replied.
"Dispose!"
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“What should I do with him”
Gu Xuanji countered with a question, Dong Fang Zhao bowed his head without answering.
He looked at the other ministers, his face cold and terrifying.
“As a citizen of Qin, to betray one's country and ally with the enemy is tantamount to conspiring with humankind and abandoning Qin. This is a capital offense. By Imperial decree, all those who secretly colluded with barbarians and privately sold resources to them shall be punished by death.”
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All males shall be sent to the death camp, while all females will be sent to the Bureau of Prostitution. There must be no mistake!
Besides—
From this moment forth, anyone who dares to collude with barbarians shall be exterminated along with their three clans!
The Three Tribes!
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Most people's faces turned pale, and they instinctively lowered their heads.
Compared to the practice of punishing the entire family of a guilty person (株連九族), exterminating the Three Tribes (夷三族) is undoubtedly more cruel.
What are the Three Barbarian Tribes
Patrilineal clan, matrilineal clan, and conjugal clan, the three constitute the Yī-sān zú.
In the Qin Dynasty, exterminating the Three Barbarians was much more severe than punishing nine clans. It was rare for such a punishment to be carried out against the Three Barbarians, but once it happened, heads would roll.
But.
None of the ministers dared to plead for clemency.
It's clear to everyone that Gu Xuanji is in a bad mood right now, and anyone who dares to speak up could get caught in the crossfire.
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Moreover.
In their eyes, it was indeed a death sentence to still be distributing state funds at this time.
Although the crimes of the Yi, San, and other tribes were serious, they also served as a great warning.
In this case.
If anyone dares to betray Qin at the risk of their life, then they truly deserve to die.
After Gu Xuanji gave the order, his expression relaxed.
"By imperial decree, seventy thousand more troops shall be dispatched from across the land to reinforce Da Huangfu. While complete expulsion of the barbarian hordes is not mandatory, they must not advance another inch. When winter arrives, I want them to have nowhere to bury their dead!"
> Winter has arrived.
The barbarians had to ensure the survival of their tribe members and provide support to the barbarians within the Great Wilderness Mansion. At that time, it wouldn't just be one or two barbarians who died.
Now the barbarians are powerful and have the support of the Zhou dynasty.
Relying on the power of the Great Wilderness Mansion to drive them all out is obviously unrealistic.
So.
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For now, this is all we can do to hold on.
"Luo Pei, I'll leave this to you!"
"I obey Your Majesty's command!"
One person bowed to accept the order.
Then.
But Gu Xuanji looked at Yang Yu, who remained silent.
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"Over at the Imperial Academy, have there been any updates on the two renowned scholars from Daliang and Dayue"
"Your Majesty, the journey to Daliang from here and all the way to Da Yue is long. It will likely take some time."
Yang Yu arched his hand in response.
Guxuanji nodded. "Seize the time, if Daliang and Dayue are willing to lend a hand, our Great Qin will also be able to reduce some pressure!"
“I understand.”
Yang Yu replied.
Although the Qin state was powerful, it still faced immense pressure from the barbarians and the Zhou dynasty. Not to mention the rampant demons within its borders.
Facing attacks from both sides, the Qin dynasty had already shifted from offense to defense.
No way.
If you don't follow the rules and choose to fight head-on, the Qin Dynasty will only crumble faster.
Now, only a slight hold can restrain the attacks of both sides, and then strive for the opportunity to turn the tide.
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Gu Xuanyi said: "Now, is there any major action from the demon faction and the Everlasting Alliance"
"Your Majesty, the demons are still rampant throughout the land. While the Demon Suppression Squads are doing their best to quell them, the situation is precarious and unsustainable in the long run. The severity of the demonic infestation is only increasing, and the current measures will soon fail."
As for the Eternal Alliance, ordinary demons are nothing to worry about.
The Eastern Emperor spoke in a low voice.
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The biggest threat to the Demon Suppression Division is demons and evil spirits. Demons are generally not strong, and the Eternal Alliance can threaten a region at most, but it absolutely cannot threaten the entire Qin Dynasty.
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... that could threaten the Qin Dynasty.
Only the demons behind the Eternal Alliance can do this.
Gu Xuanji nodded.
"All-out defense against the demons, we must not allow them to cause any trouble at this critical juncture."
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