Chapter 678 Anti-Jurchen Alliance
Chapter 678 Anti-Jurchen Alliance
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While Su Ye and others were discussing the southern expedition to Wuzhou, the situation on the northern grasslands had begun to change drastically. The Murong Xianbei, which had already established itself outside Taiping Pass, formally formed an alliance with the Yuwen Xianbei, including Yuwen Yong, who had also moved south.
Furthermore, it also brought in the Jie people, represented by Shi Le, and the Di people, represented by Fu Jian, who were also not far from the Jurchens.
After promising to provide them with some supplies in return, they successfully lured them onto the ship, forming a temporary alliance against the Jurchen Alliance, agreeing to attack the Jurchen Alliance together.
However, the Jurchen alliance was shrouded in gloom and despair at this time.
The Jurchen Wanyan clan sent out 10,000 Wanyan cavalry, 1,000 elite cavalry, and two of the Wanyan clan's most prominent generals, Wanyan Jindanzi and Wanyan Yindanzi, who were captured.
Furthermore, the entire Bordered Blue Banner of the Aisin Gioro clan of the Jurchen Manchus was wiped out, especially the banner leader, Aisin Gioro Amin, a son of Nurhaci, the Manchu chieftain, who was killed on the spot. This was like a heavy hammer blow to the heart of the Jurchen alliance.
In particular, Aisin Gioro Amin, as a son of Nurhaci, the chieftain of the Manchu people, suffered a heavy blow not only to the Manchus but also to the morale of the entire Jurchen alliance.
At this moment, in this overcast tent, the Jurchen Wanyan clan and the leaders of the Jurchen Manchu people sat in a circle, the atmosphere so heavy that it seemed as if even the air itself had frozen.
The wind outside the tent seemed to understand the solemnity of the moment, and quietly slowed its pace. The flickering firelight illuminated faces that were either solemn or passionate.
Nurhaci, the Great Khan of the Manchu Aisin Gioro clan, sat at the head of the table with a gloomy expression.
Beside him was Huang Taiji, the successor secretly hailed as both wise and brave, whose brows revealed a composure beyond his years, and Dorgon, his son with the most outstanding military talent among his offspring.
Among the remaining men, Aisin-Gioro Chuying, known for his cruelty and narrow-mindedness, had also restrained his usual arrogance and had a gloomy expression.
Opposite him stood Wanyan Aguda, the Great Khan of the Jurchen Wanyan clan, a man of imposing stature whose brows exuded an aura of authority that commanded respect without anger.
Beside him, Wanyan Wuqimai, Wanyan Loushi, Wanyan Yinshuke, and other high-ranking members of the Wanyan clan sat quietly in their seats.
"Aguda's sworn brother, the entire Bordered Blue Banner army was wiped out, especially Amin's death in battle. They must pay for this in blood!"
Nurhaci spoke first, his voice low and menacing.
"Brother Nurhaci, I understand your pain. But the capture of Wanyan Jindanzi and Wanyan Yindanzi is a great loss to our fighting strength. If we can redeem them before launching a counterattack, our chances of victory will be much greater."
Wanyan Aguda slowly raised his head, his gaze sweeping over everyone before finally landing on Nurhaci.
"Uncle Aguda, time waits for no one."
"Amin's sacrifice has enraged our Manchu warriors. They crave war and want to pay tribute to Amin with the blood of the enemy."
"Furthermore, since the Murong Xianbei and Yuwen Xianbei have already formed an alliance and have also brought in the Jie and Di tribes, their combined strength should not be underestimated. If we delay any longer, they may become even stronger."
Huang Taiji shook his head slightly, his voice gentle yet firm.
"I agree with Huang Taiji's view. We should take advantage of the fact that their alliance is newly formed and not yet stable to strike them hard."
"Only in this way can we deter those restless tribes and let them know the power of the Jurchen alliance."
Dorgon replied, his young face full of ferocity.
"Hmph, those Xianbei people, as well as the Jie and Di tribes, are nothing but a rabble."
"As long as our Manchu warriors charge ahead, what is there to fear in defeat? Why be so timid and hesitant!"
Aisin-Gioro Chuying suddenly let out a cold laugh, breaking the brief silence.
"Brother, war is not child's play. It relies not only on brute force but also on strategy. We cannot underestimate any enemy."
Huang Taiji frowned slightly, his eyes showing some displeasure as he looked at Chu Ying.
Chu Ying wanted to argue, but Nurhaci stopped him with a look.
"Gentlemen, we Jurchens have always grown through battle and survived adversity. Now it is time to show our bravery."
"Aguda, I understand your concerns, but as Huang Taiji said, we cannot let the anger of our warriors be extinguished, nor can we give the enemy more time to prepare."
The aging man slowly stood up, looked around, and spoke in a deep voice.
"However, we cannot ignore Generals Jin Danzi and Yin Danzi. I can go with Khan Aguda to the 'Valley of the Divine Eagle' deep in the Black Mountain Range to invite some priests and shaman elders who have mastered ancient secret arts."
He paused, then continued.
"The power of shamanism is indeed an aid that we cannot ignore."
"However, although the Xianbei people are now fragmented, their shamanism should not be underestimated."
"Yuwen Yong and his brothers, Murong Chui, are among the most outstanding young men of the Xianbei tribe on the grasslands. They may be able to receive some protection from the Xianbei shamanism and be free from interference from our Jurchen shamanism."
Upon hearing this, Wanyan Aguda's brows relaxed slightly, and a glint of light flashed in his eyes, but he quickly realized something else.
"Haha, there's no need to worry about that. The Xianbei shamanism may protect Yuwen Yong and Murong Chui, but that doesn't mean the Xianbei shamanism is completely subservient to them."
"Shamanism has its own beliefs and rules, and they value the balance of nature and harmony within the community."
"If we simply go to rescue Wanyan Jindanzi and Wanyan Yindanzi without directly threatening the foundation of the Xianbei tribe, those Xianbei shamans might not directly clash with our Jurchen shamanism for the sake of Yuwen Yong."
Nurhaci smiled slightly and then continued his analysis.
Currently, the Xianbei people on the northern grasslands are fragmented. The Xianbei shamanism may protect Yuwen Yong, the ruler of the Yuwen clan of the Xianbei, and Murong Chui of the Murong clan of the Xianbei from assassination by their Jurchen shamanism.
However, they may not genuinely obey the orders of Yuwen Yong and Murong Chui.
Therefore, if it were simply a matter of sending Jurchen shamans to rescue Wanyan Jindanzi and Wanyan Yindanzi, the Xianbei shamans, who would not obey Yuwen Yong's orders, would likely not come out to stop the Jurchen shamans for Yuwen Yong's sake!
Therefore, the method Nurhaci mentioned is theoretically feasible.
Even if something unexpected happens later, and the shamans of the Xianbei tribe really do take action, it will be Wanyan Jindanzi and Wanyan Yindanzi who die, and what does it have to do with the Jurchen and Manchu tribes?
It would be best if it succeeded, but there's no loss if it doesn't.
The most important thing right now is to persuade the Wanyan clan to join forces with their Manchu people in sending troops.
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