As soon as these words came out, the whole hall was filled with admiration. Although what Yao Chang said was arrogant, it was indeed true. His elder brother Yao Xiang was a wise man, a polite and virtuous corporal, and he could be said to be generous to others.
He was a near-perfect figure. Even after he was defeated and died for many years, countless people still remembered Yao Xiang for his martial prowess and generosity. This was in stark contrast to this younger brother who was scolded as the most evil and evil in the world every day while he was alive.
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But why did such a perfect Yao Xiang fail, while the extremely evil Yao Chang could ascend the throne as emperor here and hold a grand celebration banquet? Perhaps, it was precisely because of what he said that there was a little more strategy and
Calculate, in this era full of competition, the less bottom line there is and the more you calculate, the more successful you will be. After all, in troubled times, how to use the dark side of human nature is often more effective than using the beauty of human nature.
It is beneficial to achieve success. Didn’t Fu Jian, Yao Xiang, and Yao Chang prove the correctness of this law countless times?
In the main hall, there was a sound of praise and flattery. Yao Chang was so proud that he leaned half-ly on the couch and looked at the courtiers who were urging them to drink. He nodded with satisfaction until his eyes fell on the four or five people on the left.
On the face of this person, this person had a calm look. He looked so special among the crowd who were toasting their glasses in praise. He didn’t even raise the bartender to propose a toast to Yao Chang. He just poured himself a drink there and drank it with a knife.
He cut the lamb leg on the plate in front of him and kept stuffing it into his mouth.
This man was none other than Zhao Qian, the minister of the former Qin Dynasty. He had been entrusted by Fu Rong to write a letter to impeach Murong Chui and Yao Chang, and advised Fu Jian not to listen to their advice to march south. He even reprimanded Fu Jian face to face.
He was told not to travel in the palace with Murong Chui's wife, Xiao Duan, in order to hurt the king's reputation and grudge against Murong Chui. Unfortunately, Fu Jian did not adopt these suggestions, but Fu Jian did not punish him for this.
, but he was rewarded for his suggestions.
After the former Qin Dynasty was destroyed by Murong Chong, most of the officials in Chang'an died in the war, but those who survived, such as Quan Yi, Zhao Qian, etc., were finally surrendered by Yao Chang who entered Chang'an City and were given to a censor.
He was responsible for admonition and supervision. However, although Zhao Qian was an official in the Later Qin Dynasty, he always maintained the integrity of the officials of the Former Qin Dynasty. He did not bow down to Yao Chang and flattered him. He only did his own thing. Yao Chang also always used his
The ability of the public speaker allowed him to admonish him. Today, on this occasion, Zhao Qian did not say a word of praise, but he seemed a bit out of place.
Yao Chang was already seven to eight points drunk at this time. His triangular eyes were shining with cold light. He looked at Zhao Qian and suddenly sneered: "Zhao Yushi, you and I were once in the court of the former Qin Dynasty.
, I am a minister in the same palace. Today, I am the emperor and you are a minister. Do you feel ashamed that you are drinking alone here without saying a word of praise to me? "
Everyone stopped talking and holding wine glasses, and sat down. Yao Chang was famous for being cruel and ruthless. One moment he might be laughing and drinking with you, but the next moment he might chop you into pieces.
During the stalemate between the Qin Dynasty and the Qin Dynasty, Zhao Qian became a representative of Yao Qiang's friendship with scholars and did not care about previous enemies. Therefore, he also fulfilled his duties as censor and impeached many of Yao Qiang's clan's illegal behaviors. Now he basically wins or loses.
Already divided, would this peerless old evil find an excuse to kill Zhao Qian to vent the hatred he has harbored for many years?
Zhao Qian raised his head and looked at Yao Chang. The old Qiang's eyes were half joking and half murderous. Obviously, he had endured him for a long time. If he answered inappropriately, his reputation for being upright and upright in this life would be ruined.
Once, or find an excuse to behead him with a knife, this answer may be the most important sentence in his life.
Zhao Qian cleared his throat and stood up. Quan Yi coughed lightly at him and whispered: "Mr. Zhao, be careful what you say, don't offend your majesty!"
Zhao Qian smiled slightly: "Thank you, Mr. Quan, for your kindness. Zhao knows how to answer."
He stood out of the queue, raised his wine glass, bowed deeply to Yao Chang, and said loudly: "Your Majesty, since God is not ashamed of a son like you, why should we be ashamed of being your ministers?"
What he said is full of wisdom, and he is neither humble nor arrogant. Yes, in this world where right and wrong are reversed and good people are not rewarded, most people can only drift with the crowd and live in harmony. Yao Chang succeeded with his power and deceit, and all the officials could only
Following, this may be destiny. Zhao Qian abides by his duty, but is not pedantic enough to fight against destiny. He is not convinced by Yao Chang, but he will still work for him as an official. His thoughts and ethics are
In this answer, everything is clear.
A smile slowly bloomed on Yao Chang's face, and he was sincerely impressed by Zhao Qian's answer. He smiled and waved his hands: "Zhao Yushi, Zhao Yushi, you are truly the wisest man in the world.
If everyone is as loyal to their duties as you are and can abide by their true intentions, then what else do I have to worry about in the world? Come, I will reward Zhao Yushi with 500 pieces of silk and 100,000 yuan."
Zhao Qian thanked him calmly and said: "Thank you, Your Majesty. These are matters within the scope of your duties. Today, Your Majesty defeated the powerful enemy and truly came to rule Guanzhong. Please consider the common people of the world and grant peace to my war-torn people in Guanzhong."
Yao Chang nodded: "It's natural. I raised the army not because I wanted to seize Fu Jian's empire, but because I wholeheartedly served him. However, because his son was defeated and killed, he turned his anger on me and killed me.
Chang Shi and Joining the Army, who were sent to apologize, abandoned the people and ministers who were loyal to him. No one else can blame him. I was just following the destiny and seeking peace for the people of Guanzhong!"
"In troubled times, in order to establish prestige and build a country, I sometimes resort to harsh methods to kill fierce enemies. I am well aware of this. Now that the great cause has been initially decided and the powerful enemy has temporarily retreated, the next main task of our Great Qin is
Appease the four directions, appoint talents, and grant peace to the people."
"In these years, I have not even held a decent banquet. My daily expenses are no more than that of a civilian family. Even my family members and wives are still wearing clothes made of coarse cloth patches. Outsiders are wondering what I am doing.
They are cruel and vicious, but they cannot see my achievements in protecting the people and the country in this troubled time. If I are really like those cruel and violent warlords during the chaos in the late Jin Dynasty, how can I build my own foundation? If this Guanzhong
Without me, I don’t know how many people would become kings and emperors, end the troubled times, and pacify one side. This is the greatest kindness and justice to the people. Who knows my heart about this?!"
This chapter has been completed!