A few years ago, since the Wenxin Hou Lu Buwei was deposed, the Queen Mother Zhao was sent to the Yongdu Forbidden City. Later, because of Mao Jiao, the strategy of the Six Kingdoms in Shandong was adjusted.
That is to bring Empress Dowager Zhao back from Yongdu Forbidden City and then enter Ganquan Palace.
Qin Wangzheng quietly looked at the woman in front of him who had taken her last breath. In any case, it was this woman who gave him life, even though she also brought him great humiliation.
But she is old after all. During the Battle of Changping, my mother was in the most beautiful years of her life. Time flies, and nearly thirty years have passed. The woman in front of me has fine lines appearing in the corners of her eyes.
Qin Wangzheng didn't have a deep impression of the mother in front of him. He was born in Handan, Zhao State, more than 20 years ago, and all his education when he was young was done by an old servant. Although they lived in the same mansion, it was difficult to see her.
Later, Lu Buwei took their mother and son back to Qin. The King of Qin was grateful to Lu Buwei, but he had to adopt such a strategy to remove Lu Buwei from the court.
Before the death of the late king, his foundation was not stable. It was his mother who personally proposed to the late king that Lu Buwei should be his second father and supervise the affairs of the country. In just a few years, he rectified the forces around Chang'an Jun Chengjiao and gathered all the power around him. Although
The power is still in Lu Buwei's hands.
However, later, with the help of Wang Jian, Lord Changping, Wang Di... and others, he defeated Lu Buwei and gained power. At that time, he had no intention of killing Lu Buwei.
Personally speaking, Lu Buwei has made great achievements, and it is inevitable to depose him, because only one voice can be left in the entire court!
It's a pity that Lu Buwei was killed by the king's younger brother, which involved killing a member of the royal family. Such was Lu Buwei's crime.
But during all that time, my mother did something that brought shame to her, causing chaos in the palace with Lu Buwei, and later the Lao Ai incident, and even the Qinian palace chaos.
But... Afterwards, the Tingwei Mansion did not announce it. As long as the mother could hand over all power and no longer be involved in the government and state affairs, he could satisfy any of her requests.
Therefore, I gave her everything that was noble.
In recent years, I often visited him, but I didn't speak much. Now, when he passed away, I felt a slight sadness in my heart. I felt the words of my brother and fell into a long silence.
"Zhao Gao, ordered the chief historian to draw up a document and send it to the prime minister's mansion."
"When the Queen Mother passed away, I thought the country was mourning her. March is just like the beginning of the month, so I thought it was mourning!"
He glanced at his mother again. From today on, he had lost a relative by his side. With a wave of his hand, the young man ordered Zhao Gao to come forward. After giving the order, he entered with all manners of etiquette, even though he was dead.
"Here!"
Zhao Gao accepted the order, bowed and retreated.
"Calling all the wives and beloved ones from the harem to Ganquan Palace to observe mourning for three days!"
Another word fell.
A free agent will respond.
Subsequently, Qin Wangzheng left Ganquan Palace.
Xianyang Palace fell into a state of speechless silence and a strong sense of mourning.
"Marquis Wu Zhen, although I don't like her, she is different from others after all."
"Whether it was in Handan or Xianyang, she... never fulfilled the responsibility of a mother, but I don't need it, because I am standing here today, and I am going to create something unprecedented."
"However, in her, I can see a hint of the impermanence of life and death, and the meaning of destiny is determined by God. Is there really immortality in this world?"
The feeling of life is very good, but death is not a word that King Qin likes. His great-grandfather, King Zhaoxiang, was so great, but he passed away, and there are too few people who still remember him.
His mother has brought a lot of humiliation to him, but now that she dies, those things will disappear with her and affect him. What if he also dies in the future?
How many people can remember everything I have done now?
Among the hundreds of scholars, Taoism is the most prolific about the art of immortality. Qin Wangzheng looked forward to the end with a hint of expectation, hoping that his brother Wang could give him a definite response.
Moreover, from the many chapters that Wang Di has circulated to Zhu Xia, I guess he also understands the matter of immortal gods and demons.
"Laozi, the founder of Taoism, merged with all things, traveled westward to Hangu Pass and disappeared. Some people say that the founder has lived forever and is free from the world, while others say that the founder has passed away and disappeared. There are different opinions in the world, and there is no one conclusion."
"Taoism was actually founded by Guan Yinzi. Therefore, although there has been research on immortality, there is no empirical evidence so far. Now, the Yin-Yang School talks about the immortal mountains on the sea, which can be seen."
Zhou Qing shook his head. Even though he came to this world, he still felt a little uneasy about the possibility of eternal life.
Therefore, I don’t have the answer myself.
At that time, this matter can be transferred to the Yin Yang family. Anyway, this is what the Yin Yang family is planning now, and they should give a clear answer.
"Wu Zhenhou, you!"
"Don't worry, I have not yet accomplished my great cause. Even if there is a matter of immortality, I will slowly explore it after everything is settled."
"However, the Yin Yang family's inheritance dates back to ancient times and is longer than that of Taoism. There may be some clues."
Qin Wangzheng shook his head and chuckled. Regarding the matter of life and death, he remembered that he had asked Brother Wang before, but Brother Wang did not give him an answer. Moreover, judging from the Taoist sages of the past generations, it seemed that there was no one who lived forever.
Zhu Xia looked at it and found that although there were immortals, there were no definite clues.
I clearly understood what the king brother meant, and I was afraid that I would be distracted at this time, but...those things couldn't separate my thoughts now.
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Empress Dowager Zhao passed away.
When the news spread about the great funeral in Xianyang and the great mourning in Guanzhong, major counties and counties also had different expressions.
Fortunately, the Empress Dowager Zhao had already destroyed Korea before her death. Otherwise, according to the usual practice, the troops were asked to return to the court in order to stabilize the people's hearts.
"My king, King Han is at his residence in Beicheng. I would like to ask to see the king. This is the document!"
All funerals inside and outside Xianyang Palace were carried out as planned, but at this moment, political affairs were still flowing smoothly in Xingle Palace, and civil and military ministers gathered to discuss the conclusion of the affairs in Korea and further measures for the next day.
Tingwei Wang Wan stepped forward and spoke of Han Wangan's request at this moment. At the same time, he presented the document written by Han Wangan with both hands.
"How can the King of Han still have the dignity to show off his unparalleled talent?"
Talking about this matter, Qin Wangzheng snorted coldly. Danfeng's bright eyes glanced at Changping Lord Xiong Qi and ignored the document submitted by Zhao Gao.
Han Fei is dead!
This news was expected by me, but not what I wanted to see.
A few years ago, he went to Xinzheng in person, hoping that Han Fei could enter the Qin Dynasty and help him regulate yin and yang, sort out the universe, and jointly create the rule of law and build a country through the ages.
But Han Fei let himself down!
He wanted to use great talent but could not get it, but King Ankong of Han had great talent but did not use it, which made the Qin king despised and angry. How could a country like this not be conquered and destroyed by the Qin Dynasty.
"My king, how should I arrange for the king of Han?"
Changping Lord Xiong Qi's expression remained unchanged, as if he was aware of Qin Wangzheng's reaction. Soon, he turned to another topic.
"According to the decision last year, the King of Han was placed in Nanyang Valley and guarded by heavy troops!"
"Kill all the rest of the Korean royal family!"
Qin Wangzheng was not in a very good mood these days, and he did not do much research on how to deal with the Korean royal family. Even if a few members of the clan escaped from a weak Korea, what effect could it have.
"Here!"
Xiong Qi nodded, said nothing, and returned to his original position.
"My king, your Majesty will return from Linzi soon after he is weak. At that time, we can plan the attack on Zhao."
Wei Liaozi, the state captain, came out and talked about the next important matters for the Qin court. Among the six kingdoms of Shandong, South Korea was the first to be destroyed, followed by the entire three Jins, and among the three Jins, the most troublesome one was Zhao.
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"Destroying Zhao is a matter of great importance, so all your ministers should make preparations in advance."
"When Dun Rui returns from Qi, we will make the final strategy."
South Korea has been destroyed, and Qin's century-old rival Zhao has come into sight. After the Battle of Changping, Qin and Zhao became feuding. Thirty years later, Zhao's military strength has recovered somewhat, but after several wars in recent years
, and once again defeated half of the Zhao army.
Among the six Shandong kingdoms, the only ones that have some weight in the political heart of the Qin King are Zhao and Chu. Now that Chu is in political chaos, it is a great opportunity for Qin.
If Zhao can be destroyed in one fell swoop and the forces of Zhao are unified, it will be easy to destroy Chu in the future.
But in order to destroy Zhao, it is necessary to send Qing Yao and Jia to the throne to weaken the two. In the past one or two years, Qin's attention has mostly been on South Korea, and it has somewhat ignored the affairs of Zhao.
As for the major matter of destroying the country, there is no detailed plan.
After a stick of incense!
The officials of Xingle Palace withdrew and were summoned by Qin Wangzheng. Zhou Qing followed him in the side hall.
"Last year, Li Ji was already pregnant with my son, but unfortunately she had a miscarriage."
"In the past few months, my mind has been a little dull and I have lost a lot of weight. The imperial doctor ordered me to take a look. I said it was not a big deal and I was thinking too deeply. However, I am worried about it, so I want to ask Marquis Wu Zhen to take a look."
"The miscarriage caused a lot of physical trauma to Li Ji. With Marquis Wu Zhen's diagnosis, I feel more at ease."
In the side hall, most of today's government orders are placed in the Prime Minister's Mansion. Unless there is something important to report, I simply read the political affairs that were submitted, and while reviewing them, I whispered to the king's brother who was sipping tea at the moment.
"Xuanqing has heard about this matter."
"Li Ji was born as a warrior and is innate. Miscarriage will not happen easily. I think the king has already punished those behind the scenes."
Zhou Qing took a sip of this year's new tea, but there was a faint fragrance. Hearing Qin Wangzheng's words, he nodded lightly. Zong Qiong told him this last year. For this reason, many people in the harem died.
"Although some people died, the specific behind-the-scenes hand has never been found."
"However, I know what I know."
The Qin Wangzheng looked solemn, and there had always been constant disputes in the harem. The reason why they fell for Li Ji was because they were too fond of Li'er, and they even had their own heirs. If they gave birth to a son, they were afraid that they would become the heir apparent.
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I had experienced these things back then, so I knew who had done it.
"Wu Zhenhou, recently some courtiers suggested that since I already have many young masters, I should choose one and establish him as a crown prince to stabilize the country's affairs. What do you think of this?"
Regarding all the secret matters in the court, Qin Wangzheng could only talk to his brother. He put down a document he had reviewed in his hand and changed the subject to another topic. Since last year, there has been no voice about establishing a crown prince.
weaken.
Moreover, according to the secret investigation of Luowang, there were many important ministers involved in this matter. Therefore, the King of Qin did not dare to take the matter lightly.
"Since someone has proposed it, do you have a specific candidate?"
Zhou Qing's eyebrows moved slightly. This matter had been proposed a few years ago, but Brother Wang suppressed it. Now, someone has proposed it again.
"Wu Zhenhou should know."
Qin Wangzheng smiled lightly, dipped his pen in ink, and continued to review the documents.
"That's it. Come to think of it... there should be quite a few people involved in this matter, both outside the palace and inside the palace."
Young Master Fusu.
Now among the sons of Brother Wang, the only one who has the qualifications and ability is Young Master Fusu. He is about ten years old at the last count. He has been taught in civil and military matters, and many of the important officials in the central government have a good impression of him.
In addition, he was a generous person, grew up in Huayang Palace since childhood, and was favored by the Empress Dowager Huayang.
If Fusu was to be chosen as his heir, the Empress Dowager Huayang would definitely agree. Moreover, over the years, the central minister outside the palace had been a little too impatient recently.
This trip to destroy Korea has already revealed many traces.
"good!"
After hearing Wang Di's voice, Qin Wangzheng's writing movements stopped, his expression became solemn unconsciously, he raised his head and nodded deeply to Wang Di.
I never thought that Brother Wang would also see this.
"Fusu is a good boy."
"Those people...have gone too far."
Zhou Qing had a good impression of Fusu. When he first met him, he was still a young man, only three or four years old, and he had the aura of a nobleman from the Chu Kingdom flowing around him.
In recent years, the teachings of martial arts have become somewhat different.
Whether or not to establish a crown prince has little to do with Fusu himself. The fundamental reason is that some people can't sit still. This is the most important thing. Launching Fusu at this time is for the king brother who is in his prime.
It will only weaken Fusu's weight.
"They did go a bit too far."
Qin Wangzheng deeply believed in this statement.
It is up to oneself to decide whether to establish a crown prince or not. Fusu is his own child. He knows clearly what kind of child he is and does not need anyone else to interfere.
Now, I am not yet thirty years old. Compared with my great-grandfather, King Zhaoxiang, I am just beginning his power. I have no thought at all about establishing a crown prince. Those people who bring it up at this time are very worried.
"So, for this matter, I have decided to recruit many beauties from South Korea to enrich the harem."
After reviewing the political affairs, Qin Wangzheng put down his pen, stood up from behind the paperwork, stretched his body, and nodded to Brother Wang.
In the harem, there are many women from the six kingdoms of Shandong. Now that the Qin Dynasty has become the world's strategist, these women are also a little restless, and they are even more disgusting to the Qin Wangzheng. The leaders are Mrs. Chu and Mrs. Zhao Guomin.
Recently, Korea has been destroyed. The young man ordered Zhao Gao to select many Korean beauties to enrich the harem. This is very suitable for him. Except for Li Ji, they only need to obey those people.
"Na Korean beauties?"
"Is it a little too dangerous?"
After Korea was defeated in the war, it was normal for all the beauties in the palace to be taken captive to Xianyang to enrich the harem. However, if you wanted to favor a few, it would be bad if Korea had just been destroyed and there would be resentment among the people.
"Hahaha, it doesn't matter. The identities of those people have been screened three times, and they don't have any martial arts skills."
"Furthermore, with the protective objects given to me by Marquis Wu Zhen, I have no worries."
The words of the king's brother made Qin Wangzheng laugh loudly. Zhao Gao would take care of the affairs of those women. He did not really want to favor them, but just gave a warning to the many beauties in the harem.
As soon as the words fell, Qin Wangzheng and Zhou Qing left the side hall of Xingle Palace one after another and headed for the Xianyang Harem.