Zhao Gao's death was a bit miserable, with blood and broken limbs scattered all over the floor. It was not because Lin Ze was mentally ill, but because he was worried that something like fake death or resurrection would happen.
After all, this is a world of high-level martial arts, and some bizarre methods are not surprising.
Of course, if someone can put Zhao Gao who was broken into countless pieces together and resurrect him, Lin Ze can only say that he tried his best.
Facing Hu Hai's questioning, Lin Ze looked as usual and said: "Zhao Gao harmed Zhongliang and harmed the country of Qin. Since he is a strong master, I can't stop him, so I can only kill him."
"I didn't intend to disturb your majesty, but please forgive me."
Difficult to stop? You describe the sudden attack as difficult to stop?
Hu Hai felt his blood rising and almost shouted. Will it be difficult for you to stop attacking me next?
After touching Lin Ze's calm gaze, Hu Hai still did not say these words.
Once Zhao Gao died, no one in the whole government could compete with Lin Ze. If he rashly broke up with Lin Ze, he would be the only one who would suffer in the end.
Hu Hai, who had known Lin Ze for more than ten years, knew very well how cruel the other person was, and he was not sure that Lin Ze would not take action against him.
Hu Hai, who had experienced what happened to Li Si, had long since stopped placing his hopes on so-called friendship. In this world, only strength is respected.
Hu Hai forced himself to calm down and thought about how to deal with the aftermath.
The whole city of Zhao Gao declared that Lin Ze was complicit in rebellion. Now that the situation is like this, if one is not careful, a fake rebellion may turn into a real rebellion.
If Lin Ze really wanted to rebel, Hu Hai felt that his chance of success was 100%, and there would be no other surprises.
Therefore, the most critical thing right now is not to investigate whether Zhao Gao should die, but how to stabilize Lin Ze and keep the throne.
My father said that as long as you don't die, there is still a chance for everything.
So Hu Hai made a very bold move and ordered to everyone: "Everyone retreat, I want to have a few words with the champion alone."
The palace guards and royal servants were a little stunned. Some people couldn't help but said: "Your Majesty, we are responsible for protecting your Majesty and we dare not leave easily."
Hu Hai pretended to be displeased and said: "With the Champion here, who can hurt me? Do you think you are better than the Champion?"
The implication is that the champion is going to be detrimental to me. Can you guys stop him?
The palace guards and the royal family were still somewhat hesitant.
Hu Hai was already a little impatient and scolded: "Is it possible that you still want to resist the decree? Why don't you leave quickly?"
Everyone had no choice but to bow and leave. In an instant, there were only four people left at the scene, Lin Ze, Hu Hai, Mo Daofu and Lu Pheasant.
Facing Lu Pheasant, Hu Hai rarely showed a smile on his face: "I really have something important to discuss with the Champion today. How about asking Miss Lu to go to the Imperial Garden to wait for a while. After I finish discussing the important matter, how about we visit the garden with the girl?"
Lu Pheasant glanced back and forth between Lin Ze and Hu Hai, sensing the strange atmosphere between the two, he bowed slightly and said, "I obey your order."
After saying that, he retreated like a dancing butterfly.
When Lu Pheasant's figure disappeared from his sight, Hu Hai reluctantly withdrew his gaze, swaying back and forth on Lin Ze and Mo Daofu, the hint was beyond words.
"Wait for me outside, don't run around," Lin Ze said to Modolf in Byzantine. He didn't want to reveal that Modolf could speak Qin language, because he was worried that unnecessary trouble would arise.
In the huge palace, only Hu Hai and Lin Ze were left.
"What are you going to do next? Stop here, or go further?" When Hu Hai asked this question, his palms were slightly sweaty.
No matter how hard he tried to appear calm, he couldn't hide all the panic.
Of course Lin Ze understood what Hu Hai was worried about. If it were anyone else, he would also be worried that he would take the opportunity to change the king's flag.
It's just that I really don't have this ambition.
"With Chen Ping as prime minister and leading the ministers in place of Zhao Gao, I don't expect anyone to deliberately harm the Ping rebels behind their backs in the future." Lin Ze said calmly.
"In addition, I am in urgent need of training resources recently. I hope to exchange my military achievements for some training resources. I hope your majesty will allow it."
Hearing these two conditions, Hu Hai secretly breathed a sigh of relief, his whole person became brighter, and he asked tentatively: "Is there anything else?"
Lin Ze added: "Pursuing Zhao Gao's comrades to account for their crimes will bring order to the government and the opposition."
Seeing that Lin Ze didn't mean to mention any other conditions, Hu Hai was completely relieved and replied: "Chen Ping is also an old man who has been with me for many years. In terms of wisdom and strategy, he is more than enough to be the prime minister, but he suddenly ascended to a high position.
I’m afraid that the ministers will not obey.”
"How about you become the prime minister?"
Lin Ze pretended not to see the probing look in Hu Hai's eyes and replied seriously: "I am not familiar with government affairs, so I will not be able to fulfill the position of prime minister. Kuang Chen needs to lead the army to fight for the Qin Dynasty and completely pacify the rebels, so he cannot stay in Chang'an.
Your Majesty is so kind to me, but I cannot accept it."
"As for the ministers' disobedience, who dares to disobey His Majesty's imperial edict? Besides, if Chen Ping can't even pass the test of the ministers, then it's okay if he doesn't take the position of prime minister."
"But, I will ask someone to draw up an imperial edict later and worship Chen Ping as prime minister." Hu Hai did not argue too much and directly agreed to Lin Ze's request.
After thinking for a while, Hu Hai continued: "If the champion lacks training resources, why should he exchange his military achievements for it? A few days ago, I sorted out my father's relics and found an eighth-grade treasure - the Seven Orifices Exquisite Divine Stone."
"According to ancient records, the Seven Orifices Exquisite Divine Stone can increase the chance of a Grandmaster Realm warrior breaking through to the Divine Soul Realm. I think this Divine Stone may be useful to the Champion, so I plan to give it to you. What do you think of the Champion?"
"As for other cultivation resources, I will ask Zhi Su Neishi and the Shaofu to pay attention to the resources needed for Grandmaster Realm cultivation, and once found, they will be sent to you immediately."
It's not that Hu Hai didn't want to give other resources, but he really didn't have many of them. In comparison, Emperor Qin left him a lot of treasures like the Seven Orifices Exquisite Divine Stone.
A treasure used to assist in breaking through to the Soul Realm?
Lin Ze couldn't help but feel excited. With his current level of martial arts, he would be able to reach the threshold of the Soul Realm in about a year or two. By then, this treasure would be useful.
After all, this kind of treasure is hard to come by, but I didn’t expect Hu Hai to be willing to give it up this time.
"I thank your Majesty for the reward," Lin Ze bowed slightly and saluted.
"Hahahaha, no need to be polite, these are what the champion deserves," Hu Hai pretended to smile cheerfully.
There was a trace of confusion under the smile. My father was right. Compromise is sometimes unavoidable, but this feeling is really unpleasant.
Hu Hai, who felt uncomfortable in his heart, did not show any signs of abnormality, but secretly warned himself: As long as he did not find a way to counter Lin Ze, he must not show his dissatisfaction.
It was just his eyes that could not escape Lin Ze's observation, but Lin Ze did not expose him.
"I wonder if your Majesty has any other instructions? If not, I will leave first. After all, the army has just returned from a hard battle and needs to be properly settled."
Zhao Gao is dead and the matter is over. Lin Ze has no intention of staying to see Hu Hai's superb acting skills.
Hu Hai quickly said in a serious tone: "Since Champion Hou is in charge of the military affairs, I won't keep you much longer. Champion Hou will go and deal with these matters quickly. Don't let the heroes of Qin feel cold."
Lin Ze smiled, bowed slightly and left.
The moment they turned around, Hu Hai and Lin Ze breathed a sigh of relief almost simultaneously.