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Chapter 395 Naadam (Part 1)

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    Naadam!

    It means "entertainment" or "game" in Mongolian!

    This kind of gathering that integrates trade and entertainment has been popular on the grassland a long time ago. Every July and August, when the water and grass are plentiful and the cattle and sheep are fat, the tribal leaders will hold Naadam!

    Of course, the scale of Naadam is also very different. Some are held within a tribe, and some are held by several tribes together. When the power of the Mongolian Khan has not yet fallen, Naadam will be organized for all Mongolian tribes to participate!

    However, since the power of the Mongol Khan fell, there have been no powerful figures in the Mongolian tribes, and the Naadam gathering of the Mongolian tribes has never happened again!

    However, this time Naadam, convened by Emperor Zhu Youxiao of the Ming Dynasty, gathered most of the tribes on the grassland. It can be said to be a rare event!

    According to the tradition of the Naadam Conference, three thousand lamas first conducted large-scale sacrificial activities under the leadership of Master Shar. The lamas burned incense and lit lamps, chanted sutras and chanted Buddha's praises, and prayed for the blessings of the gods and the elimination of disasters.

    After the sacrificial activity, a giant bullock cart pulled by fifty bullocks came slowly, escorted by a team of elite cavalry. This bullock cart was like a moving castle, with huge white cowhide on it.  There are yurts and a high platform with crenellations like a city wall!

    A golden flag with the word "Ming" flying in the wind on the towering flagpole in front of the oxcart. A young man wearing a golden armor stood on the high platform, holding the crenel with one hand and holding his waist with the other.  The sword looks so heroic!

    Behind the bullock cart, the leaders of the Mongolian tribes who usually stood high above them followed step by step with their heads lowered, just like the slaves who usually serve them!

    When Master Shar arrived at the altar with the bullock cart, he also led three thousand lamas to kneel on the ground and shout long live the mountains. His appearance was even more pious and respectful than when offering sacrifices!

    Seeing that the nobles and Buddhas were so respectful, the herdsmen who were watching naturally did not dare to be presumptuous. They fell to their knees and no one dared to look at the young man on the bullock cart!

    Zhu Youxiao stood on the bullock cart, but in his heart he scolded Master Shaer who came up with this idea. This kind of cart was heavy and slow, and it was difficult to even turn. If Genghis Khan went to war on this thing, let alone  To reach Europe, even leaving the Mongolian grasslands is difficult!

    But according to the annals of Mongolian history, Genghis Khan fought in such an ox cart, so in order to show the dignity of Zhu Youxiao, the leader of the world, Master Shaer suggested that Zhu Youxiao build such an ox cart!

    Although Zhu Youxiao kept complaining about the practicality of this bullock cart in his heart, he was still very satisfied with the shocking effect of this bullock cart that was only for appearance and had no use whatsoever!

    "I am the emperor of the Ming Empire, the conqueror of the grassland, and the traveler of gods in the world. I am here to eliminate disasters and bring happiness and health to the herdsmen on the grassland!" Zhu Youxiao said loudly on the bullock cart!

    His words were chanted in the crowd by thousands of soldiers riding war horses and proficient in Mongolian. All the herdsmen who heard these words showed even more awe!

    The two words "Da Ming" are now a nightmare on the grassland. Countless tribes were wiped out by the Ming army, and countless herdsmen were beheaded!

    Now the master of those fierce wolf-like Ming troops and the emperor of the Ming Empire are right in front of them, and they can't help but feel fear and awe!

    "After years of fighting, Lindan Batur, the last great khan on the grassland, was killed by me personally in a duel between Yu and Zhen. The moment Lindan Khan died in my hands, I became the master of the grassland, and  You are my people. From now on, as long as you are loyal to me, the swords of the Ming Dynasty warriors will not fall on your heads. Of course, if you dare to betray me, then the Ming Dynasty warriors will fight for me against all those who are disloyal and disloyal.  Such people!" Zhu Youxiao's voice was still high-pitched and steady, without a trace of emotion, but his words were like a cold wind, blowing through the hearts of every Mongolian!

    "Today I convene the Mongolian tribes to hold the Naadam Grand Meeting here just to let you see what I will bring you. I will give you a thousand cattle, a thousand horses, and ten thousand sheep as rewards, warriors  ! Show your bravery and compete for my reward!" As Zhu Youxiao's words fell, cheers like a mountain torrent and tsunami erupted on the grassland!

    For ordinary herdsmen, Naadam is a rare pleasure in their poor and hard life, but this kind of pleasure belongs more to those nobles, who enjoy the herdsmen's competition from above and occasionally give some rewards.  Winning the gratitude of the herdsmen!

    But no matter how large-scale the Naadam Conference is, no noble person will give out such generous prizes as a thousand cows, a thousand horses, and ten thousand sheep.Li, no wonder those herdsmen were so excited!

    According to tradition, the Naadam Conference mainly includes wrestling, horse racing, archery, sabre, horse roping and other competitions. These competitions are skills that herdsmen can use in their lives. Those who can win these competitions will become  Warriors praised on the grassland!

    So as long as the Naadam Conference is held, it is the moment for the grassland warriors to show their bravery. This Naadam Conference is not only grand in scale, but also has generous rewards, which makes those warriors eager to try!

    But this time the Naadam Conference was also different than before, that is, there were competitions among the Ming army. In addition to horse racing and wrestling, the Ming army also competed in shooting, weightlifting, tug-of-war, and javelin throwing!

    There is also an emerging project in the Ming army - football!

    Of course, this kind of football is not the type of later generations, but more similar to American football. There are fifteen players on each side, wearing armors, rushing against each other and competing for a wool-filled ball. As long as the ball is thrown into the opponent's goal, it counts!

    Because this event is brutal and tough enough, since it appeared in the Guards, it has become popular among the Ming army. Since the Ming army also competes in the Naadam Conference, this event will naturally not be left behind!

    As the horn sounded to start the Naadam Conference, the Tula River was completely boiling. Strong warriors wrestled with each other, and galloping horses chased each other. Everyone's face was filled with cheerful smiles!

    Wearing light short clothes, Zhu Youxiao walked among the crowd under the protection of Qiao Wangjin, Li Tiezhu and other guards. Looking at this and that, he seemed very interested!

    "Your Majesty, these people are not very skilled! If I go down, I'm sure I can win the title!" While watching the herdsmen wrestling, Li Tiezhu curled his lips and said with disgust on his face!

    "Bang!" Zhu Youxiao glanced at him and said, "If you have the ability to compete with Wang Jin, how can you succeed with these people?"

    Li Tiezhu¡¯s face turned red, he looked at Qiao Wangjin and could only smile awkwardly!

    Suddenly, Zhu Youxiao seemed to remember something, turned to look at Qiao Wangjin and asked: "Don't you Longya Guards have a football match today? Why are you two wandering around with me?"

    Qiao Wangjin said confidently: "Your Majesty, don't worry, today is just a competition with the Royal Association Army Cavalry Zuo Banner, those boys can handle it!"

    Zhu Youxiao pointed at Qiao Wangjin and said with a smile: "If I remember correctly, you are just an adult this year. Why do you talk so old-fashioned?"

    Qiao Wangjin smiled honestly and said: "Always listen to what the emperor says, and over time I will learn it!"

    "Hahahaha!" Zhu Youxiao burst into laughter after hearing this and said: "That's true. Sometimes I speak too old-fashioned, but I want you to learn from it!" (Remember the website address: www.hlnovel.  com
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