Chapter 212: The Evil

Li Cheng looked at Liu Kan calmly, but the situation he had left Xianyang appeared in his mind.

In fact, just at the end of the year, the eldest son Ying Fusu returned to Xianyang to report his duties to the First Emperor. As Sima, Fusu's subordinate, Li Cheng naturally had to accompany him. However, as soon as they entered Xianyang, several major events happened one after another, which attracted Fusu's attention.

The first thing is the incident of killing alchemists caused by Lu Zi Gaoshen’s disciples.

However, Fusu didn't care much about this. He originally didn't like those alchemists who pretended to be a god and were witchy, so he could kill them if he killed them... The problem is that the First Emperor had a distrust of everyone because of this incident.

In the past, Emperor First Emperor distrustd descendants of the six countries!

Later, because Chunyu Yue opposed Lao Qin's policies, the matter of burning books was triggered, which made the First Emperor bored with the Confucian scholars and doctors who remained in Xianyang.

Now, Master Lu Zigao's disciple was highly respected by Emperor Shi.

But unexpectedly, these two people were secretly ill-intentioned. The most terrifying thing was that the First Emperor felt that the eunuchs in Xianyang Palace were not loyal. Especially on the first day of the first lunar month, when the First Emperor returned from the sacrifice, he saw the luxurious chariots and horses of the Tingwei Li Si, and he casually muttered a few words to the people around him. Unexpectedly, on the next day, Li Si immediately changed the carriages, which made the First Emperor furious.

These many factors combined make Emperor Qin Shi became more suspicious.

It even caused distrust of the old Qin ministers. At the beginning of the new year, Prime Minister Wang Wan was resigned and Li Si took over the position of Prime Minister.

On the surface, everything seems to be normal.

But the First Emperor took advantage of the change of prime ministers to greatly reduce the power of the Prime Minister's Mansion. Most of the affairs under the former Prime Minister's Mansion were controlled by the First Emperor. Immediately afterwards, the Duwei Army was included in the rule of Lantian Daying, and the person who controlled Lantian Daying was the prince Ying Jianglu... This was equivalent to separating the Lantian Daying from the General's Mansion and turning it into a private army of the First Emperor. When those ministers were no longer worthy of my trust, at least my sons would not betray me, which would be detrimental to the Qin Dynasty!

Fusu developed a worry that he had never had before.

When the superior no longer trusts his subordinates, it is the beginning of decline.

Fortunately, although Emperor Shin-Yin no longer believed in Li Si and others, he at least remained the same with Meng Yi.

The second thing is that when the First Emperor was about to take back control of Bashu, Shangqing Meng Yi found out that Zhao Gao, the CRRC Mansion Order, had given Qin Zhi a bribe through his son-in-law Yan Le, and almost executed Zhao Gao. If the First Emperor had not loved Zhao Gao quite a lot and had come forward to save Zhao Gao's life, Zhao Gao's family would have been in danger. There was no problem at all, but Fusu was very worried.

The Qingming administration of the Qin Dynasty when it was unified the six kingdoms seemed to be gradually dying.

A small eunuch dared to accept bribes like this. What would happen to the officials under the Qin Dynasty?

If both of these things are still internal troubles, then the third thing is obviously an external trouble!

On the first day of the first lunar month, spring thunder exploded.

After an ancient pine tree on Liangfu Mountain in Jibei County was struck by lightning, someone dug out a strange human-shaped stone from under the ancient pine, with twelve inscriptions on the chest: "Old Qin died, Great Chu prospered; Yan Zisheng, Tian Sanfen" were found.

The so-called inscription refers to words printed on metal vessels in the form of protruding or sagging.

The inscriptions on the human-shaped strange stone are as mixed as heaven, giving people endless imagination. Liangfu Mountain has been the place of Fengshan since ancient times. Now that thunder strikes Liangfu Mountain, the strange stone appears, is it the will of heaven? This theory of ghosts and gods has been extremely useful in bewitching people's hearts since ancient times. In addition, when this happened suddenly, when local officials reacted, the prophecy had spread all over the world.

Even Guanzhong received news, and people were in panic for a while.

The first six words in the prophecy are not difficult to understand. As early as when the Chu State was destroyed, there was a prophecy from the Yin and Yang master of Chu: Although Chu has three households, if Qin is destroyed, Chu will be the one who will destroy it. These six words are just a correspondence to that prophecy. I think many people understand it.

However, the last six words seem to have a very meaningful meaning.

Yan Zi, I believe that he is talking about the famous prime minister Yan Zi... However, Yan Zi has been dead for hundreds of years. What does this mean by "Yan Zi's birth"?

Well, it’s not unreasonable to explain the three words of Quan Zuo Yanzi’s rebirth. But what is the explanation of the meaning of “Tian Sanfen”? However, no matter what it means, one thing is clear. That is, some people can’t help but jump out and make trouble!

What a tough person, Emperor First!

If you don’t even take the gods seriously, how could you be intimidated by this prophecy?

Not only did he fail to intimidate him, but the First Emperor was furious. After receiving the news, he ordered without hesitation to kill all the people in the radius of 300 miles of Liangfu Mountain. He also dealt with all the officials of all counties, Boyang County (Jibei County Capital) and Ying County (now Laiwu, Shandong) near Liangfu Mountain. The two counties had a total population of more than 100,000, and they would be killed even if they did not leave one.

Fortunately, Ying Fusu and Meng Yi and the others tried to persuade the First Emperor to finally persuade him.

However, Emperor First Emperor ordered a thorough investigation of the matter and to find out the culprit in the shortest time. If the master envoy behind the scenes cannot be found within a specified period of time, all officials from both Boyang and Ying County, including more than 100,000 people, were executed.

Who will take over this matter?

Not to mention that the incident happened in Jibei County, it was originally the territory of the Old Qi State. There were countless wealthy families in the local area, and the people also had resentment towards Lao Qin. In addition, it has been a few days, so it can be imagined that if we investigate this matter, it will definitely be difficult.

What's more, if the investigation fails, you will have to bear the anger of the First Emperor...

Therefore, when the First Emperor asked, no one in the civil and military affairs in the court was willing to stand up and take over. This also made the First Emperor Ying Zheng even more angry.

In the end, General Feng Jie stood up, "I have someone to recommend him, maybe he can take on this matter."

Ying Zheng suppressed his anger and asked, "I wonder who the general wants to recommend?"

"I have heard that Liu Kan, the commander of Sishui, is resourceful, brave and courageous, and has the talent of a great general, and is highly valued by the eldest son. General Meng Tian and the minister Meng Yi have also praised him many times in front of me, saying that he knows the law, can remain calm in the face of danger, and is meticulous.

Today, the Sihong area is calm and there is nothing abnormal.

Why didn’t Your Majesty entrust Liu Kan to take the post of Sishui Commander, temporarily take the responsibility of the Tingwei Zheng, and come forward to thoroughly investigate the affairs of Liangfushan, Jibei County?"

Tingwei Zheng is an official of Tingwei and is in charge of prison affairs.

Now, the imperial court has temporarily vacancies for the position of Tingwei because Li Si was promoted to prime minister.

According to Qin law, Liu Kan was too young to take on the position of Tingwei. Moreover, the First Emperor could not let him take on the responsibility.

Feng Jie also knew this, so he only let Liu Kan be the chief of the court.

With the position of military commander, it is a matter of fact that it is justified. After thinking for a while, Ying Zheng agreed to Feng Jie's suggestion.

Ying Zheng originally paid attention to Liu Kan because of "Cheng Gongzhi" and Qin Qing.

In addition, Meng Tian and Meng Yi, the two people he trusted the most, have recommended Liu Kan, which has also made Ying Zheng develop a strong interest in Liu Kan. This time, we can observe Liu Kan's methods when we investigate the incident of Liangfu Mountain. If it is really as outstanding as Meng Tian and Meng Yi said, and with Liu Kan's identity as a Qin, Ying Zheng is really willing to train Liu Kan well.

After all, the old men in the court left one by one and needed fresh blood to be added.

Fusu was unwilling to let Liu Kan take on this matter! Although he valued Liu Kan, Liu Kan was too young after all, and she was inexperienced.

Fighting the battlefield and giving advice... Maybe Liu Kan can take responsibility.

However, the incident of Liangfushan is of great importance. In addition, it happened in the ancient Qi area, and the environment is complicated. Even if an old minister comes forward, it may not be able to handle it properly. Moreover, how could Liu Kan take on such an important task at only 21 years old?

Of course, Fusu also knew very well that it would be difficult to change what his father decided.

Besides, this may be an opportunity for Liu Kan, a training. Even if Liu Kan fails, Fusu is confident that he will protect Liu Kan in front of the First Emperor. Perhaps this way, Liu Kan will be more loyal to him... Maybe he can really complete the task?

So although Fusu was not very happy, he did not object.

In private, he advised the First Emperor: "Father, although Liu Kan is talented, he is still young. The situation in Jibei County is complicated, and my son is worried that Liu Kan will find it difficult to suppress the local officials. My son thought that someone needed someone to give advice and support behind his back... Li You, the governor of Sanchuan County, is the son of the prime minister. He is proficient in criminal laws, is resourceful, and is loyal to his father. Why not let him secretly help?"

Ying Zheng could naturally find out Fusu’s idea.

But thinking about it is the same!

The affairs of Liangfushan are of great importance, and Liu Kan alone may not be able to take on the heavy responsibility.

So Ying Zheng agreed to ask Li You to help secretly. But on the surface, Liu Kan would still investigate the matter and start as soon as possible.

Li Cheng was assigned by Fusu and will be responsible for assisting Liu Kan!

After conveying the will of the First Emperor, he secretly observed Liu Kan's reaction.

Liu Kan pondered for a moment and said in a deep voice: "Since Your Majesty's edict is yourselves, Liu Kan should obey the edict... Then please wait for me for three days. When I arrange the matter here, I will go to Sanchuan County immediately. Let's take a break first, and I will serve you to welcome you to the evening."

Li Cheng also knew that Liu Kan was going to discuss with Baman.

He nodded immediately, and followed Shen Shiqi and went to the wing room to settle down.

When they returned to the study, Baman and others were still there. When they saw Liu Kan coming in, everyone hurriedly stepped forward to ask.

Liu Kan had a gloomy face and told the story. However, he didn't know what the task was, so he didn't explain it in detail.

"Your Majesty personally issued an edict, I'm afraid the matter is not small!"

Baman couldn't help but feel a little worried. At the same time, he felt a little sad again, because she knew that Liu Kan was afraid that she would leave soon!

When I think about it carefully, what happened during this period seemed like a dream.

I thought that Liu Kan would come and his lifelong affairs would be settled. But unexpectedly, my grandmother suddenly passed away and the Qin family was divided. If it weren't for Liu Kan beside her, Baman really didn't know whether he could survive. With Liu Kan here, Baman wouldn't feel worried no matter what trouble he encountered. Now Liu Kan is about to leave, Baman feels like he has lost his backbone.

The backer is gone, and the backbone is gone...

Baman's thoughts have become particularly complicated. I wonder when Liu Kan will be able to reunite when he leaves?

Liu Kan gently held Baman's tenderness.

"I don't know what exactly is... Actually, I'm not worried about this. What I'm worried about now is that if I leave, can you hold on by yourself? You just gained a foothold in Jiangyang. Although I have helped Brother Lao Cao and others, I'm still worried.

The court's attitude did not show that you would be unsafe in one day.

Qin Zhiruo really makes a move, I am really worried about you... It's better to do this! Old Tang, you will stay in Jiangyang for the time being and assist Man'er, how about it?"

Baman felt a sudden warmth in his heart.

Tang Li smiled and nodded, "I don't care. If Miss Man wants to, I should stay and assist you with all my heart.

As for the attitude of the court... Ah Kan, you are probably confused by the authorities... In my opinion, the attitude of the court is very obvious.

Miss Man has already made her gesture, and I believe Your Majesty will not know. I can be sure that Old Qing’s coffin must be on his way to Jiangyang.

The reason why Your Majesty transferred you away was that on the one hand, he did not want you to interfere too much in Bashu as an official in the court; on the other hand, he had to use your intentions... According to my estimate, when the old coffin of Qing arrived in Jiangyang, he was afraid that it would be the day when His Majesty rectified the Qin family. Miss Man, you must remember. If the coffin really arrived in Jiangyang, you should not say anything or do nothing.

I will take care of business matters by Guan Lao and the others.

You just declare to the outside world that you should keep filial piety for the Qing Lao... With the help of the court, Qin Zhi could not be too arrogant. What you have to do is very simple, that is, try to eliminate the influence of the Qing Lao in Bashu. We are now merchants, and we can only be just one merchant."

Kuai Che was standing aside, nodding repeatedly, expressing his agreement.

Liu Kan smiled, "If it is really as Old Tang said, it would be a good choice to keep a low profile."
To be continued...