"Young Master should have heard about my situation. The ministers in the court looked down upon me, but it is actually far more than that."
"Although the things my father-in-law did in those days were in line with the current trends of the world, they have always been criticized by others. Even though my father-in-law has passed away, the officials in the Manchu Dynasty still looked at me, Guo, with cold eyes. I often took the initiative to show my kindness and make friends. As a result...
....”
"Nothing has changed."
"Now not only the courtiers, but also the ordinary officials keep a distance from me."
"This is especially true for officials from six places and one lineage."
Guo Dan smiled bitterly, his eyes full of helplessness.
He didn't want to change the status quo, but Guo Kai really had a good reputation. Even if there were officials who were close to him before, they would quickly distance themselves from him after hearing that his father was Guo Kai. There was nothing he could do.
Qin Luoheng frowned.
He actually expected a thing or two.
But I still didn't expect that Guo Dan's situation would be so difficult.
It has almost reached the point where "people see sorrow".
Qin Luoheng asked: "You are from Zhao, so you should know some people from the six places. Are you so annoying? No matter what, your annual rank is more than 600 shi, how can you still be an official?"
Guo Dan frowned slightly.
He stared at Qin Luoheng closely.
He asked tentatively: "The person you want to seek is not limited to officials?"
Qin Luoheng said:
"There is no restriction on origin, only ability."
"Any walk of life is fine."
"But you can't be a remnant of the Six Kingdoms, let alone rebel for the imperial court!"
Guo Dan trembled.
Wei Wei said:
"Young master, you are just joking."
"Even if I, Guo Dan, am very brave, I would not dare to collude with the remnants of the Six Kingdoms."
"If you don't insist on becoming an official, I do know a few people with some talent, but their backgrounds are a bit low."
Guo Dan smiled awkwardly and continued: "Master, don't blame me. Although I, Guo Dan, do have some status, there are a lot of people with higher status than me in Xianyang City. With my humble status, I can't stand it.
In the eyes of the officials of the Great Qin Dynasty, I am nothing at all. If we exclude the old Qin people and the officials of the Great Qin Dynasty, I, Guo Dan, would be somewhat thin-faced outside."
"After all, I am more or less an official!"
"In the past, there were indeed people who deliberately curry favor."
"But don't worry, sir. Although I, Guo Dan, am not taken seriously, I have always kept myself clean. I have never been greedy for anything, let alone any malpractice for personal gain. Otherwise, given my background, I don't know how many people would want to drag me down."
"Most of the people who are just trying to please me are businessmen, and I am afraid even the young master will look down on them."
"Merchant?" Qin Luoheng frowned.
Guo Dan nodded and said: "Most of them are merchants, and the young master also knows that these merchants can't afford to start early without profit. In order to make more profits, they sometimes even do some outrageous things, but these people are worried about being discovered by the court, so
Sometimes..."
Guo Dan didn't say anything anymore, Qin Luoheng already understood.
Merchants are sometimes willing to take risks for the sake of money, but later they are worried about being targeted by the government, or they want to reduce their crimes when they are investigated by the government, so they want to rely on bribes to allow themselves to be exempted, or to get away with it directly.
Guo Dan is an official of Tingwei Mansion.
And his father Guo Kai was a very greedy person, so Guo Dan became the best candidate for the merchant.
However, he did not like the merchant Qin Luoheng.
He doesn't want to use these people either.
As the saying goes, a good horse should not be with a bad horse, and a man with lofty ideals should not be with a thief!
The status of merchants in the Qin Dynasty was very low. Anyone with lofty ideals would not join the merchants. Historically, even though Han Xin almost starved to death, he did not go into business. This is enough to show the status of merchants in the Qin Dynasty. Such a man only cares about money.
Qin Luoheng did not dare to reuse the group.
I am afraid that I will be betrayed by these people.
Guo Dan knew this, so he didn't say much.
There was silence for a long while.
Qin Luoheng said:
"It's unlikely that a merchant would."
"Although I am determined to get to know people with lofty ideals in the world, businessmen are obviously not among them."
Guo Dan smiled bitterly and said: "I also know this very well. Merchants value profits over righteousness. I have always looked down upon such people and have almost no dealings with them. It's just that the Young Master's Secretariat lacks officials. This is really a problem."
Think for a moment.
Guo Dan seemed to have thought of something, his eyes lit up, and he said: "I work in Tingwei Mansion, and I meet many people every day, many of whom are articulate or have some talents. I will definitely be interested in such people in the future.
, I’m just afraid that I can’t come forward on my own, otherwise my status may only lead to bad things.”
Qin Luoheng glanced at Guo Dan.
Dandan said:
"That's not necessary."
"I want to find talented people. If these people don't even have the capacity to accommodate others, even if they have talent, they are just small-minded people and cannot become great things. There may not be many talented people in the world, but I think I am talented.
No less."
"Just help me look for it."
"If the other party really wants to serve the Qin Dynasty, you can directly give me his name."
Guo Dan nodded.
There was also a touch of emotion in my heart.
But Guo Dan was still a little confused. After hesitating for a moment, he still asked.
Guo Dan said: "Young Master, you have the Guanzhong Clan as your back. You can directly use the talents of the Guanzhong Clan. Why do you go to such trouble to find the officials from the six regions? If the Guanzhong Clan knows about it and they misunderstand the Young Master, wouldn't it be wrong?
Will it be detrimental to the young master?"
Qin Luoheng said calmly:
"In addition to capable ministers, the governance of the world also requires officials."
"The Guanzhong Clan is indeed close to me, but most of the Guanzhong Clan relies on military merit to get to the top. In terms of specific affairs management, they are actually not as good as local officials. Moreover, the court does not know since when, the Guanzhong Clan and the officials from the six regions have been at odds with each other.
Situations of secret competition between the two parties often occur, and this situation is unhealthy."
"Da Qin is currently facing internal and external troubles. How can I allow this trend to continue to spread?"
"and......"
"There is never a shortage of talents in the world. What is actually lacking is channels for advancement."
"This is especially true for officials from the six regions and one line."
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"Besides."
Qin Luoheng looked at Guo Dan with a deep look.
Continued:
"Whether it is the Guanzhong clan or the officials from the six regions, they are all officials of the Qin Dynasty. As the prince of the Qin Dynasty, I have to be exposed to both rain and dew. Only in this way can the empire be like an arm to command. Otherwise, from now on the court will only
He will be trapped in party strife and unable to extricate himself."
"This is not the wish of the world, nor is it what the Qin Dynasty hopes for, nor is it what thousands of people hope for."
"Da Qin is the leader in the world!"
"It is not only necessary to achieve regional unification, but also to unify culture, habits and other aspects, so that people in all counties and counties in the world can gain a sense of identity and belonging to the Qin Dynasty, so that they can live and work in peace and contentment, without barriers or prejudices, and live freely in the Qin Dynasty
This land."
"This is what Great Qin should be like."
"And such an empire can be called a paradise!"
"The survivors of the sixth generation of the Great Qin Dynasty will unite the world under the rule of the First Emperor, and under the governance of the Great Qin Emperor, the world will be completely unified and unified. This is the mission of the Great Qin, and it is also the pursuit of the descendants of the Great Qin clan.
"
Guo Dan looked deeply at Qin Luoheng.
Changshen bowed and said:
"The young master's broad mind makes me admire him in admiration."
"I will do my best to help you achieve this grand goal."
Qin Luoheng nodded.
said:
"You don't have to force something."
"The Secretary's current focus is not on that."
"You do your part first."
Guo Dan said: "I understand clearly."
At this time.
Dahean has packed everything.
Qin Luoheng took a few glances and directly ordered the things to be moved to the carriage.
As for the three girls, Bo Shu, Zhao Tan, and Guan E, they had packed up and got into the carriage with their two children. Guo Dan followed Qin Luoheng closely, with a submissive attitude.
Qin Luoheng didn't pay much attention.
After all the things were moved onto the carriage, Qin Luoheng looked at the house where he had lived for nearly two years, with a trace of nostalgia in his eyes, and then he went straight onto the carriage.
Guo Dan bowed to see him off.
When Qin Luoheng walked away, Guo Dan looked at Da He'an and said in a deep voice: "You have always served the Tenth Young Master in the past, but now the Tenth Young Master's status is no longer what it used to be. Remember not to ruin the Ten Young Master's reputation outside, let alone
If you let me know about your evil deeds outside, I will definitely not treat you lightly."
Da He'an said quickly: "Don't worry, sir, we will never dare to betray the trust of the young master."
Guo Dan nodded.
Then he walked away directly.
The purpose of his trip has been achieved. Although he still has many doubts in his heart, as he said, Qin Luoheng is no longer what he used to be. Even if he has many doubts in his heart, he does not dare to be as presumptuous as before.
.
Return home.
Mrs. Li greeted her warmly and asked, "My dear, how are you?"
Guo Dan snorted coldly and said proudly: "What is the relationship between me and the Tenth Young Master? When the Tenth Young Master sees me coming, he will naturally not refuse. I am now the first official from the six regions to take refuge with the Tenth Young Master.
From now on, even if we ignore our past friendship, my status in the heart of the Tenth Young Master will not be low."
Guo Dan boasted a few words.
Then, as if he was worried that Mr. Li was talking nonsense outside, he quickly warned: "But this matter is not suitable to be talked about to the outside world. Just know it. The Tenth Young Master has just restored his identity. Although he relies on the Zhong clan, he has been away from the court for many years.
Although my influence is not that great, I am the confidant of the Ten Young Masters, so I should abide by it and be cautious in my words and deeds."
"You should do the same."
Mrs. Li rolled her eyes.
Dissatisfied:
"Who do you think I am?"
"Don't you know what your Guo family's reputation is?"
"I was really blind when I married you. I was always offended when I went out to meet other women. Now that you have finally gotten close to the Tenth Young Master, you are not allowed to show off outside? Then why are you acting like this with the Tenth Young Master?
What’s the use of being close?”
Guo Dan snorted coldly:
"What do you, a woman, know?"
"The eldest son has been running the court for so long, and the tenth son wants to change his ways as soon as he comes back. How can it be so easy? Moreover, the tenth son seems to have his own plans and ideas. Didn't I tell you before, the tenth son and the eldest son
The main dispute between the young masters should be over the Northern Supervisory Army, but this time the tenth young master did not fight for it at all, and even took the initiative to give such an opportunity to the eldest son. Based on my understanding of the tenth young master, the tenth young master must have more considerations."
"and......"
Guo Dan looked around carefully.
He lowered his voice and said:
"Do you know that I met the Tenth Young Master today? Does the Tenth Young Master want me to help him with anything? The Tenth Young Master wants me to help him find some officials from the six regions. The Tenth Young Master is probably worried that the Guanzhong clan will have too much influence on him.
It will greatly affect subsequent policy implementation."
"The eldest son will be away from the court soon."
"And in the court, only the tenth son is left."
"If the Tenth Young Master relies on the method of Ri Gong Yi Pawn to gradually win over the officials from the six regions, even if the eldest Young Master succeeds in the North, the imperial court will lose power in the end and may not be able to recover."
"also."
"There is an allusion in "Han Feizi·Nei Chu Shuo Part 1"."
"It's about three people becoming a tiger."
"This was originally a suggestion from Wei Minister Pang Gong to the King of Wei. Pang Gong was worried that after leaving the royal capital, the King of Wei would be deceived by others, which would lead to credulity and wrong judgment."
"But the final result is..."
"The slander came first, and then the prince gave up the pledge, and the result was not seen."
"It is clear that there are no tigers in the city, but the words of three people can lead to tigers. Today, Handan is far away from Daliang than the city, and there are more than three people who discuss the ministers."
"The Tenth Young Master seems to know this very well."
"Our tenth young master is really not simple."
At this time, Guo Dan was not as submissive as before. Instead, he looked extremely shrewd, as if he was just pretending to be in front of Qin Luoheng.
Li frowned and said: "So what? Some things can't be achieved just by thinking about it. Haven't you worked hard enough over the years? Our family has almost been wiped out, and you haven't been promoted to an official position.
Even if a tenth son is a half-job man and has great abilities, it is difficult for a clever woman to make a meal without straw, so I feel unreliable."
"or......"
"You go there again and take back what you said?"
Guo Dan's face darkened.
said angrily:
"I shouldn't have told you this."
"What a mouthful!"
"I have known Mr. Ten for so long, and I have always said that this person is not simple. He is not the kind of person who acts impulsively when his head is hot. Doesn't he know that his actions may cause dissatisfaction among the Guanzhong clan?
He knew it, but he still did it.”
"In addition to maybe being mixed with a little naivety, I'm afraid it's more fearless."
"I can't figure this guy out!"
"I remember that your Li family still has some connections in Handan. Help me to do some digging and see if I can find a few unused officials, or a few ambitious people with nowhere to seek refuge."
"Since I have taken refuge with the Tenth Young Master, I want to show my attitude."
"At least......"
"I want to find out what the Tenth Young Master thinks of me and whether he really trusts me. The current situation in the court is complicated. No matter whether the eldest Young Master or the Tenth Young Master comes to power in the end, the court will probably change drastically. With my status
I’m afraid I won’t be able to escape in the end.”
"But my father has offended too many people. Once he loses his official position, he may encounter something unexpected soon."
"I'm really helpless too."
Guo Dan sighed, his eyes full of melancholy.
If it were anyone else, there would be no need to worry so much, but just because his father is Guo Kai, he has been living on tenterhooks these years, not daring to easily offend anyone, for fear that he would be framed by other officials and his official position would be abolished.
When that happens, the Guo family will really be finished.