Hearing what he said, Duke He couldn't help but smile while stroking his palms. Looking at Wang Jian's firm look, with admiration in his eyes, he said with a smile: "Zi Jian is someone who has grown up since he was a child. I know your ambition in your heart. I really don't like it."

I wish to see you grow old alone. You are no more than thirty years old, but you are depressed and frustrated. I am also worried about you. Now that you have the opportunity, it is before the king has developed his ambitions. If you surrender now, and do what you want.

With your ability, you will definitely have a place in the Qin Kingdom in the future!"

Wang Jian knew that he was sincerely planning for him, and he couldn't help but be grateful. King Qin couldn't help but feel a little yearning for the Duke of Qin who praised him so much. At this time, the carriage did not stop, but instead turned forward.

Duke He stroked his beard and smiled without saying a word. When Wang Jian looked at him like this, he suddenly realized that he knew that he had already decided for him to surrender to the king, but he was laughing at himself for being too hesitant and almost disappointing his benefactor! When he thought of this, Wang Jian couldn't help but

I bowed deeply to Mr. He, and later I just imitated him and closed my eyes and leaned on the carriage without saying a word, but my mind quickly became deserted.

It was unexpected that Ying Zheng received the news that Duke He was seeking an audience. Duke He had always protected himself. Even if he secretly expressed his allegiance to him, he had always stood still. Except for his cooperation in small matters on a daily basis, he could not do anything in major matters.

He almost always pretended to be deaf and mute, but unexpectedly, he took the initiative to ask for a meeting at this time. He looked calm and just asked Zhao Gao to go out in person to bring the people in. However, he saw Mr. He striding forward with his long sword in hand and wearing a rare chain armor.

, holding the helmet in his hand, looking heroic, Ying Zheng stood up quickly, and Duke Heng immediately knelt down, and was just lifted up by Ying Zheng with one hand: "Young Master He is so heroic, he is indeed worthy of being the pillar of Qin!"

Mr. He was now forty years old. Hearing what Ying Zheng said, the smile on his face became even deeper. Apparently Ying Zheng said that he was not old, which made him very happy. Following Ying Zheng's strength, he stood up and said,

Only then did the Duke point to the tough-looking but silent middle-aged man following him, and said: "Your Majesty, I would like to recommend someone to your Majesty." After he finished speaking, Ying Zheng showed no objection on his face.

Instead, he nodded, his eyes fell on Wang Jian, and then he breathed a sigh of relief, and continued: "This is a family friend of Wang Jian, who can be called a literary, Taoist, and martial artist. It's a pity that among his father and brother, he is the most beautiful.

That's why he has been buried till now." After Duke He finished speaking, he glanced at Wang Jian and saw him kneeling down in front of Ying Zheng.

Wang Jian's name may not be as loud as Zhao Gaolisi's in the history books of later generations, but he is actually an outstanding man. When Ying Zheng heard this man's name, his eyes couldn't help but light up slightly, and he looked up and down at this middle-aged man. This man

He has a tall and strong figure, and is wearing a green long coat with small sleeves that is completely different from the popular dark clothes nowadays, which makes this person even more powerful. At first glance, he is a person who is good at fighting. His strategy is not obvious yet, but from this person alone

He didn't say a word after entering the palace. He didn't rush to please, and he didn't speak without permission, which proved that his temperament was already unusual. Unexpectedly, Duke Heng gave him a big gift today!

When Ying Zheng thought of this, the ice and snow on his face rarely melted, and like the wind that had always shrouded his eyebrows, Ying Zheng hurriedly stepped forward and personally helped Wang Jian up, laughing loudly: "Zijian, there is no need to be polite, get up quickly!"

Duke Heng also knew that Ying Zheng had a cold temperament, but he didn't expect that he was so enthusiastic when he met Wang Jian for the first time. He couldn't help but be stunned for a moment. Seeing that Wang Jian was also confused, he felt even more confused.

However, Ying Zheng turned to Duke He and said with satisfaction: "Today, the government should thank you for sending a talented person to the government!"

Wang Jian and Duke He didn't expect him to say such words when they met, so they were a little surprised and happy. Wang Jian knelt down again, saying that he didn't dare, but Ying Zheng forced him out again, with a kind attitude.

, there is no sign of a king looking down on him from a high position. At this time, Wang Jian was just a young guard who was picked up by Duke He, but today he was treated like this, drinking and feasting with Ying Zheng, but Ying Zheng didn't show any signs of it.

The king's airs were actually very friendly to him, which made all the hesitation and fear in Wang Jian's heart disappear completely. He was both grateful and happy. Wang Jian was not yet thirty at this time.

After being suppressed for many years, he has been depressed and frustrated. He is not as scheming as he was later. At this time, the passion remaining in his chest made him feel loyal to Yingzheng to the death, and he wished he could commit his life immediately.

, so that I can repay this kindness of knowing you!

Duke Heng was also satisfied that the people he brought were valued by Ying Zheng, and he lowered his profile to make friends. Wang Jian was not famous at this time, and there were no outstanding figures among his father, brother, and elders, but Ying Zheng could treat him like this.

On his own side, that's why he trusts himself! Duke Heng appreciates this, and is even more loyal to Ying Zheng. Everyone is happy to meet him this time. Ying Zheng has gained another general, so there is no need to worry about the lack of military power in the future.

If it falls into your own hands, why worry about not being able to unify the world?

Wang Jian sought the position of the Guards Order. Although the official position was not big, it was much better than before when he was just an unknown bodyguard beside Duke He. At least he took the position alone and was given by Ying Zheng.

It is a sure sign of his ability. If the time is right, it is natural to reuse him. However, with the Lu family rebellion now, Wang Jian also knows that he should not act too hastily, but in his heart he is more moved by the painstaking arrangements for Ying Zheng.

I just feel that if I want to repay his appreciation, I can only do my best to be loyal to him.

On the other side, although Xia Ji hated Ying Zheng for ordering the attack on South Korea, after being put under house arrest, the Korean faction was severely suppressed. Xia Ji's group also had a hidden hatred in their hearts. Although Xia Ji is now under house arrest, she

She did not give up. She secretly bribed the people arranged by Ying Zheng around her, and actively contacted Lu Buwei. She also secretly conspired with Chang'an Jun Chengqiao. Cheng Qiao was not reused in the Qin State and was wary of Ying Zheng.

Based on interests, he was also on guard against him. The Qin State was basically surrounded by enemies. Therefore, after discussing with Xia Ji, Cheng Qiao decided to go to South Korea to seek a job. Han is the country of Xia Ji. Whether it was due to Xia Ji's status or the ability to strengthen Qin

King Huan of Han will definitely use this power on him. Although Cheng Qiao is a good woman now, but as he gets older, he also knows that power is important, and Xia Ji is instigating him, so he has the desire to seize the throne. With the help of this Korean

He took the initiative to ask for orders from Ying Zheng and went to South Korea to seek an official position.

This time, Meng Ao led the army with overwhelming force and captured the thirteen cities of Han, until King Huan Hui was so frightened that he listened to Cheng Qiao's words. In addition to the thirteen cities, he also ceded another hundred miles of land to Qin and sent envoys.

The ministers went to Qin to seek peace, and offered countless gold, silk, jade, etc., to seek forgiveness from Ying Zheng, and Meng Ao withdrew his troops. It was not King Huanhui of Han's speech that moved Ying Zheng's heart, but he knew that there was no friendship at this time.

Destroying South Korea in one fell swoop. He has not yet taken power and his domestic foundation is unstable. It would not be difficult to take down South Korea in one fell swoop. But what he is afraid of is that the other countries that have a vague tendency to unite will unite. If then,

When the political power is unstable, it is easy to cause trouble to the Qin State. Therefore, King Huanhui of Han's request for peace also gave Ying Zheng a step forward and he followed the trend.

After this incident, Meng Ao's status became even more stable. With Wang Lu getting old, Duke Hu not competing with him, and Ying Zheng deliberately cultivating and giving opportunities, the Meng Ao clan was rising and no one dared to underestimate them.

In the third year of Ying Zheng's reign, Wang Lu died of old age, leaving a vacant general position. Lu Buwei tried his best to fight for it, but Ying Zheng suppressed the matter every time. Lu Buwei was very dissatisfied, but Ying Zheng was now sixteen.

As he gets older, he has become more and more powerful as a king. Even he dare not touch his head easily. Seeing that the positions of the three major generals are empty, at least he has not been assigned as one of his own by Ying Zheng.

Son, so Lu Buwei acquiesced in this matter.

After Meng Ao attacked South Korea, he did not return. Instead, he received the order from Yingzheng and went straight to the two cities of Wei and Yougui. Meng Ao was brave and good at fighting, old and gentle, and good at using soldiers, so he captured Wei.

It took less than a year to capture these two cities. However, as soon as the good news reached Xianyang, Ying Zheng had no time to rejoice. In July, Qin State encountered an insect pest that had not been seen in many years.

The harvest was greatly affected, and as soon as the news spread, all the countries were happy and encouraged, and everyone in the Qin State was worried. The lack of domestic food and grass meant that the soldiers who went out to fight did not have enough food. As the saying goes, if the three armies have not moved, food and grass will go first.

It is enough to show the seriousness of the matter.

At the same time, a rumor began to spread in Xianyang City.

In the Zhangtai Palace, Ying Zheng's face was solemn, and the coldness between his brows was still real, too thick to be removed. Recently, there were rumors circulating in Xianyang City that the King of Qin was unwise and caused a disaster from heaven, making people panic and uneasy.

At this time, people in the world believed most in the theory of ghosts and gods. Fortunately, Ying Zheng had a reputation as a virtuous man and was loved by the people for his work in building the Zheng Guo Canal, so no big trouble occurred. However, if this matter is allowed to develop,

It is obvious that the situation will not be good in the future. Not long after Meng Ao returned to the country, Ying Zheng had no time to hold a celebration banquet for him, so he hurriedly summoned all the ministers to discuss countermeasures.

"I believe that there is something wrong with the recent rumors. Your Majesty should investigate thoroughly where this rumor came from!" After a while of silence, Lord Changping took the lead to step out of the crowd and bowed his hand to Ying Zheng. His words aroused the excitement of everyone present.

He kept echoing, and even Lu Buwei, who was kneeling beside him, nodded in agreement: "Yes, the person hiding in the dark is extremely hateful. Your Majesty should find this person and give him the punishment of being broken into pieces!" As soon as Lu Buwei opened his mouth, all the people in the court were excepted.

Most of Meng Ao, He Gong and others nodded, as if they were following his orders. He really hated the gossip behind the scenes. He obviously wanted to catch him and Ying Zheng together. Naturally, he

It was unacceptable. This was not the time to fight with Ying Zheng. Lu Buwei knew this very clearly, but Ying Zheng frowned when he heard what they said.

Duke Heng saw this and said nothing. At this time, a middle-aged man in his forties bent over and said, "Your Majesty, I think this matter is inappropriate." In the Manchu Dynasty, the situation was roughly the same.

Next, when he heard this person speaking, Ying Zheng's eyes couldn't help but light up. When he saw the person speaking, his eyes showed a dark and unclear look. He stretched out his arms, his broad sleeves and robes brought strong winds, and said resolutely:

"Wei Gong, please speak!"

The middle-aged man folded his hands above his head and made a big salute. Regardless of the frowning and dissatisfied expressions of Lu Buwei and others, he said bluntly: "At this time, the people of Qin are in panic. The first thing your Majesty should do is not to find the man behind the scenes.

Those who are involved in the epidemic must know that treating the symptoms rather than the root cause is the most important thing. If you are the first to investigate the person behind the scenes, you will inevitably put the cart before the horse. There can be one person behind the scenes, or there can be thousands. If the root cause is not eradicated, they will always be killed and they will not be eliminated.

It is not over yet, the king wants to dominate the world in the future, if he only cares about such a trivial matter at this time, it is really too much!" This middle-aged man's name is Wei Zhe, who is also known as the famous Huangshi Gong in later generations. He was originally Ying Zichu

During the Qin Dynasty, Ying Chu was only greedy for beauty. Although he was talented, he was not highly regarded. At this time, Ying Zheng succeeded to the throne and respected a group of veterans. Therefore, Wei

Zhe had not left at this time, and naturally there was no talk of living in seclusion in Huanghua Cave. However, it was a fact that he was full of talents. However, because he did not rely on Lu's party, he was never valued in the court.

Listening to him speak at this time, Ying Zheng couldn't help but smile, nodded, and praised: "The words of Duke Wei are very kind!" He nodded like this, and all the officials were a little surprised. Ying Zheng is only seventeen now.

At that time, when he was young and eager to win, the rumors in Xianyang city were extremely bad, and some people were adding fuel to the flames. Many people who had ulterior motives were also secretly happy, but he was not angry. Instead, he agreed with Wei Zhe.

What you said, do you want to put up with this matter for now?

Lu Buwei's face turned gloomy, thinking of the fact that South Korea gave him two beauties before, but Ying Zheng went into war because of it. Now he is indifferent to the rumors. In comparison, attacking South Korea is completely like targeting him and not giving him face.

He was even more dissatisfied, so after hearing what Ying Zheng said, he sneered twice: "Your Majesty's words are wrong. You must know that those who talk about right and wrong behind their backs can be punished. Your Majesty does not need to worry about this matter anymore. I can make my own decision!"

"After he finished speaking, he snorted coldly, pressed the wine cup in his hand firmly on the table, stood up from the table, lifted up the hem of his clothes, and strode towards the outside of the palace without waiting for Ying Zheng's reply.

There was a deathlike silence in the palace. Everyone lowered their heads, not daring to look at the face of the king sitting on the stage. The only sounds in the palace were the heartbeats and breathing of everyone. Only Wei Zhe, whose face was extremely ugly

, his body tensed upright, and his eyes showed anger as Lu Buwei left. As soon as Lu Buwei left, he said loudly: "Your Majesty Mingjian! This pest disaster is extremely serious and affects people's livelihood. I hope your Majesty will think twice!"

At this time, Wei Zhe could see that Lu Buwei and Ying Zheng were fighting, and he was angry at Lu Buwei for not caring about the overall situation and only focusing on the personal dispute. He was also afraid that Ying Zheng was young and energetic and could not withstand Lu Buwei's agitation, so he would go on a business trip.

Suspecting that he had stepped on the wrong foot, his face changed again and again. He thought about the suffering people in the world, but he couldn't bear it anymore and spoke loudly.

"Wei Gong, don't worry, there will be a decision on this matter." Ying Zheng had a smile on his face, as if he was not angry at all because of Lu Buwei's departure just now. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief, but they felt more and more that this king

His temper was unpredictable. As soon as Ying Zheng left, everyone was paralyzed. They knelt down beside the table and had no strength to even stand up. Only Wei Zhe had a wry smile on his face. Ying Zheng had just said

After he had made up his mind, he had no other words to say, which made him feel really uneasy. Now the people of Qin are suffering, and he has not enough to eat every day. But Qin's ambition to pursue the world is well known to everyone. Here,

Didn't the King of Qin have any reason not to increase the exorbitant taxes? He was worried, and thinking about Lu Buwei's power just now, he felt separated in his heart. He sighed secretly, shook his head and walked out of the palace, but he had not yet stepped out of the side door of Zhangtai Palace.
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