“So far, I am still the Khan of the Northern Barbarians!”

Chagan Wuli turned around slowly and looked at Hu Yanhuan with slightly raised eyebrows, his coldness was self-evident.

“This……”

Hu Yanhuan lowered his head quickly, as if his heart had been pierced by a sword, and replied respectfully: “I have no intention of offending the Khan.

The Khan is brave and invincible. If Lin Zhongyun dares to confront you head-on, he will surely be defeated miserably.

However, I am worried that Lin Zhongyun is very careful. If he finds out about our plan and secretly attacks you, the consequences will be disastrous.”

He raised his head, his eyes showing sincerity: “Khan, you are the pillar of the Northern Barbarians, and the future of the entire tribe depends on you.

If you take the risk yourself, I really don’t dare to take such a responsibility.”

Upon hearing this, Chagan Uli looked at Hu Yanhuan deeply, with a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.

He slowly withdrew his gaze, was silent for a moment, and then smiled gently, with a hint of indifference in his tone: “General Huyan, I understand your concerns. You are a cautious person, and it is precisely because of your caution that I trust you so much.

However, you have to understand that sometimes, taking risks is unavoidable.”

As he spoke, he turned his head and looked at the rising sun in the distance, his eyes revealing a deepness: “The reason why the Northern Barbarians can be so powerful today is not because of their caution, but because of their decisiveness and courage.

This Khan is going to the battle personally, not only to cooperate with your plan, but also to show everyone that the Northern Barbarians will never tolerate any betrayers. This is not just a play, but also an oath. “

When Hu Yanhuan heard these words, he was shocked even more.

He knew very well that every word of Chagan Uli was full of profound meaning, and he also knew the Khan’s determination, but precisely because of this, he could not let Chagan Uli take risks.

“Khan, I understand your good intentions, but I still think that this matter should not be handled by you personally.” Hu Yanhuan took a deep breath, and his tone was firm, “I am willing to come forward on your behalf and clean up the mess in person.

As long as I am here, I will never let Lin Zhongyun take advantage of me!”

Chagan Wuli was slightly startled, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

He turned to look at Hu Yanhuan, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a meaningful smile: “General Hu Yan, are you worried about this Khan, or are you worried about yourself?”

Hu Yanhuan was shocked when he heard this, and then he quickly lowered his head, with a hint of respect in his tone: “I dare not, everything I do is for the overall interests of the Northern Barbarians.”

After hearing Hu Yanhuan’s answer, Chagan Uli raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a meaningful smile.

There was a flash of approval in his eyes, but then he returned to his usual carefree and calm demeanor.

He chuckled, his voice carrying a hint of heroism and indifference that was difficult to conceal: “General Huyan, your loyalty is naturally seen by this Khan. I am very pleased that you are concerned about the future of the Northern Barbarians.”

As he spoke, he slowly turned around, with his back to Hu Yanhuan, and looked towards the sky in the distance where the sun was rising.

The golden morning light shone on him, making his tall figure look like a towering mountain, with an indescribable majesty and loneliness.

His voice was low and powerful, yet it also contained a hint of deep emotion.

“Hu Yanhuan, do you know what this grassland, this land of the northern barbarians, means to me?”

There is a hint of depth in Chagan Uli’s voice, as if he is telling a distant past: “In order to protect this land, this Khan has exhausted his life’s efforts, fighting in all directions, expelling foreign enemies, and quelling civil unrest.

But now, I am old and no longer able to do it…”

He turned around slowly and looked deeply at Hu Yanhuan. In his eagle-like eyes, there was now a hint of fatigue and expectation that was difficult to conceal.

His voice was low and solemn, as if carrying an irresistible force: “Hu Yanhuan, after I give this last order, the position of the Great Khan of the Northern Barbarians will be yours.”

This sentence was like a thunderclap, instantly exploding in Hu Yanhuan’s mind.

His eyes suddenly trembled, and he almost froze in place. He looked at Chagan Wuli in disbelief, as if he doubted whether he had heard it wrongly.

“Great Khan…you are…”

Hu Yanhuan’s voice trembled slightly, and there was a hint of shock and uneasiness in his tone.

He never thought that Chagan Uli would hand over the position of the Khan of the Northern Barbarians to him at this time!
Chagan Uli smiled slightly, his eyes revealing a touch of certainty and trust.

He slowly walked up to Hu Yanhuan, stretched out his hand and patted his shoulder, with a serious tone in his voice: “I know that you have many questions and concerns in your heart.

But I believe that you are the most suitable person to succeed me. Your loyalty, wisdom, and courage are the qualities that the Northern Barbarians need most.”

He paused, his eyes became deeper, and his tone was firm: “I hand the Northern Barbarians over to you, not because I am tired, but because I believe that you can lead the Northern Barbarians to a brighter future.”

Hu Yanhuan was filled with mixed emotions. His eyes flickered, and then he quickly lowered his head, his tone full of deep respect: “Great Khan, how can I dare to take on such an important task?

The Northern Barbarians can be as strong as they are today, all thanks to the great Khan’s wisdom and bravery, and I am only doing my humble part…”

“Enough!” Chagan Uli suddenly interrupted him, with an unquestionable majesty in his voice.

“Hu Yanhuan, my vision is not wrong. You can do much more than you think.

Don’t underestimate yourself, and don’t refuse. Beiman needs you, and you must take on this responsibility!”

Hu Yanhuan was shocked when he heard this. He raised his head slowly, with a complex emotion in his eyes.

He knew that Chagan Wuli’s words were not only a trust in him, but also an unshirkable responsibility.

“Your subordinate…will obey the Khan’s orders.”

Hu Yanhuan took a deep breath, his tone revealing a solemn and firm tone, “I will live up to the Khan’s high expectations and will do my best to protect the stability and future of the Northern Barbarians!”

Chagan Wuli nodded with satisfaction, a look of relief in his eyes.

He gently patted Hu Yanhuan’s shoulder, with a hint of smile in his tone: “Very good. This Khan believes in you and the future of the Northern Barbarians.

On this grassland, neither Lin Zhongyun nor any other enemy can shake our foundation.”

After that, he turned around and looked at the rising sun in the distance again, his eyes revealing a deep and resolute look: “Hu Yanhuan, remember, no matter how dangerous this game is, the future of the Northern Barbarians is in your hands.”

In this golden light, Hu Yanhuan’s eyes became more and more profound, and his heart was filled with responsibility and determination. He knew that from this moment on, he was not only Chagan Wuli’s subordinate, but also the helmsman of the future of the Northern Barbarians.

And this battle between power and destiny is about to reach a more intense climax.

……

At this moment, in Hailan Jiabo’s camp, people were bustling about and coming and going in a hurry.

The soldiers performed their duties, carrying supplies, checking weapons, and setting up defense lines. The entire camp was filled with a solemn and cold atmosphere.

The sound of war drums could be heard faintly, as if playing a prelude to the upcoming battle. The air was filled with tension and uneasiness, and everyone’s face was filled with solemnity.

Inside the big tent, Hailan Jiabo stood alone in front of the desk, his brows furrowed, his eyes fixed on the map in front of him, his expression changing from gloomy to bright.

His fingers tapped lightly on the desk, making a low sound, and it was obvious that he was thinking some complicated thoughts in his mind.

“Damn it…” He cursed under his breath, with a hint of confusion and uneasiness in his eyes.

According to the plan, they had already arrived at the pre-determined combat position, which was the key point for the flank feint attack.

However, he felt something was extremely wrong along the way.

He originally thought that there would be enemy scouting activities in this area, and might even encounter some small-scale ambushes.

But what made him feel strange was that since they entered this area, they had not even seen the shadow of an enemy.

Not only that, there was no sign of even the most basic scout patrol. The grassland was extremely empty, as if the entire battlefield was shrouded by an invisible force, and it seemed unusually silent.

If it were an ordinary general, he would definitely disagree with this, but Hailan Jiabo was a scout.

All of his men were good scouts, and even they hadn’t found any trace at all, which could only mean that there was no one here at all.

If that is the case, then the question is, there is clearly no Chagan Uli’s army here, so why did Hailanhak send him here?
“That old guy…what on earth is he doing?” Hailan Jiabo muttered to himself, with a hint of coldness in his eyes.

The “old fellow” he was referring to was obviously Hiram Hake.

He knew that Hailanhak was always shrewd and calculating, but this arrangement made him feel extremely uneasy.

Looking down at the map, Hu Yanhuan’s eyes wandered between several key locations, trying to find a clue from them.

However, the markings on the map were still clear and according to the plan, their mission was only to feint an attack on the flank to buy time for the main force.

This task seems simple, but precisely because of its simplicity, Hailan Jiabo becomes more alert.

“Something’s wrong, it’s so wrong…” He thought to himself, his brows furrowed even deeper.

“This area is so empty, there’s not even a trace of the enemy. This is too abnormal. Could it be… a trap?”

Thinking of this, Hailan Jiabo suddenly felt a chill in his heart.

His eyes flashed slightly, and he quickly raised his head to look outside the tent, as if trying to find the answer from the soldiers hurrying to and fro.

However, everything outside the tent seemed in order, and the expressions on the soldiers’ faces did not reveal anything unusual.

“Calm down, calm down…” Hailan Jiabo took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down. He knew that as a general, he had to stay calm and not lose his composure easily because of some abnormal signs.

“Even if this is a trap, the casualties won’t be too severe.” He comforted himself in his heart, with a calm and calculating look in his eyes.

“Our mission is just to feint an attack on the flank. Even if the enemy sets an ambush, the real main force will not concentrate all its forces here. As long as I can retreat in time, it will be fine.”

However, even though he thought so, the uneasiness in his heart did not dissipate.

As time passed, the feeling of uneasiness became stronger and stronger, as if an invisible hand was quietly strangling his throat, making him feel suffocated.

“No, we must send someone to investigate again.” Hailan Jiabo finally made up his mind. He raised his head, glanced coldly across the tent, and then shouted loudly: “Someone come!”

Soon, a confidant walked into the tent quickly, knelt on one knee, and said respectfully: “General, what do you want?”

Hailan Jiabo’s eyes were as sharp as a knife, and his voice was low and cold: “Immediately send out several teams of scouts, spread out, and carefully explore the surrounding situation.

Especially in the area ahead, be sure to check if there are any enemy ambushes. If you find anything unusual, report it immediately! “

“As you command!” The confidant took the order and soon left the camp with several teams of scouts.

Hailan Jiabo stood there and watched them leave, with a look of deep thought in her eyes.

His fingers tapped lightly on the desk again, his brows furrowed, obviously still confused by the situation.

“Hailanhaq, what on earth are you planning…” He murmured in a low voice, with a hint of coldness in his tone.

“If you dare to betray me, don’t blame me for being cruel.”

Hailan Jiabo’s gaze fell on the map again, his fingers lightly tapped on several key locations, a cold light flashed in his eyes.

He knew that the outcome of this battle not only affected the future of the Northern Barbarians, but also his life and death. And he would never let himself become a victim in this game.

Outside the tent, the soldiers were still busy, and the sound of war drums was faintly heard, as if playing a prelude to the coming storm.

In this solemn atmosphere, every step Hailan Jiabo took seemed particularly heavy, yet full of calculation and vigilance.

Just as Hailan Jiabo was lost in thought, a burst of hurried footsteps suddenly came from outside the big tent.

Immediately afterwards, a guard staggered in, his face full of panic and cold sweat on his forehead. It was obvious that he had something urgent to report.

Hailan Jiabo was already irritated by the uneasiness in his heart. When he saw someone rushing in so hastily, his brows immediately frowned, and the waves in his heart that had just subsided were stirred up again.

He turned around abruptly, staring at the guard with a dagger-like gaze, and said with a hint of suppressed anger: “Why are you so flustered? What’s the matter? Tell me now!”

When the guard was stared at by Hailan Jiabo, he trembled all over and the panic on his face became even more intense.

He knelt on the ground in a hurry, not even daring to breathe, and his voice was trembling: “General, your subordinates… your subordinates have urgent military information to report…” (End of this chapter)