Zhenguan Does Not Compete for the Throne.

Summary

The Turkic army's arrival at the Wei River caused panic in Chang'an. Li Shi Min, after consulting his ministers, prepared for a confrontation. The Tang army, though outnumbered, set a trap during a meeting with Khan Xie Li. Li Shi Min feigned submission, proposing tribute to the Wolf God, while secretly planning an ambush. As the Turks crossed the river, the Tang forces unleashed cannon fire, leading to chaos and a decisive victory for the Tang. Xie Li was captured, and Li Shi Min, maintaining his dignity, ordered his imprisonment instead of execution, showcasing his strategic prowess and control over the situation.

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