Chapter 358: Excusing Ying Kan, a sign of big things.
Handan City.
Bai Yan led the cavalry to escort Ying Zheng. When the Queen Mother arrived at Handan, Wang Jian, Wang Ben, Meng Tian and other generals were already waiting outside the city.
Along the way, there were Meng Tian, the Qin army brought back by Wang Ben to guard, and Bai Yan's cavalry escort, so there was no problem.
outside the city.
Bai Yan led Yanmao, Yin Yi, Qiu Shan and other generals to come to Wang Jian and others and dismounted.
Bai Yan was not in a hurry to prepare the ceremony with Wang Jian and others, because as the army stopped, Ying Zheng, who was in the six-horse carriage, had already come out of the carriage.
The people along the way were already kneeling on the ground and did not dare to look up.
When Wang Jian and other generals saw Ying Zheng, they all saluted him.
Naturally, Bai Yan was no exception and followed him to salute Ying Zheng.
After the ceremony, Ying Zheng was talking, and at this time Bai Yan focused on his surroundings.
Looking at the surrounding arrangements and the guards on the tower, Bai Yan did not dare to be careless in the whole process.
The journey from Zhongmou City to Handan took three days without any more troops or infantry.
In these three days, there is nothing but traveling.
After the Empress Dowager Zhao became critically ill, not to mention that Ying Zheng did not have the leisure and grace to enjoy the scenery along the way, but Bai Yan was always on tenterhooks along the way, fearing that the Empress Dowager would have an accident, or be unlucky and encounter heavy snow.
Now that he finally arrived in Handan without incident, Bai Yan was naturally relieved, and he didn't want any accidents to happen at this time.
After a while.
Bai Yan was not surprised when he saw that after Ying Zheng met Meng Tian, Wang Ben and others, he summoned General Wang Jian to ride into the city in a carriage.
With Wang Jian's ability and seniority in the Qin State, it is not surprising that he received this honor after leading his army to destroy Zhao, and that he was even taken seriously by Ying Zheng.
Mr. Wei had received this honor at the beginning, but Mr. Wei later left Qin very early.
Nowadays, among the Qin Kingdom, those who have received this honor include Wei Liao, Li Si, Chang Pingjun and others, all of whom are at the level of dean.
Outside the city gate.
Bai Yan watched Ying Zheng and Wang Jian enter the carriage, then turned around to greet Wang Bi, Meng Tian and other generals, as well as other Qin officials and ministers.
After watching Wang Bi and others return the greeting, Bai Yan continued to ride in the carriage and ordered the entire army to enter the city.
Within the capital city.
On this day, due to the arrival of Ying Zheng, the entire city of Handan was overcrowded. Everyone wanted to take a look, because everyone knew that they might only have this opportunity in their lifetime.
Not to mention, the relationship between Handan City and Ying Zheng was spread to the ears of the people of Handan when Ying Zheng succeeded to the throne as King of Qin, or even earlier.
At least after the Battle of Changping.
Many old people in Handan have heard vaguely that after Qin Yiren, who was a hostage in Zhao State at that time, fled Handan, he left behind a pair of orphans in Handan, named Ji and Zheng.
Now the State of Zhao has been destroyed.
The person who sent troops to destroy the Zhao State was surprisingly the child Ying Zheng who was hiding in Handan.
This had to make Zhao people sigh with emotion.
In Handan, and even in Zhao State, many people have sighed privately. If they had known about this day, they should have killed Ying Zheng and Zhao Ji, the abandoned mother and son.
On the main road from the city gate to Handan Palace.
Under the arrangements of Wang Jian and other generals, they were all tightly guarded by Qin soldiers.
Bai Yan, Meng Tian and others rode war horses to escort Ying Zheng to the palace. Except for a few people who thought they were talented and wanted to see Ying Zheng, there was nothing else going on.
Wait until we arrive at Handan Palace.
Bai Yan's hanging heart slowly fell to the ground. After running around for days, the tense heartstrings finally relaxed.
Ying Zheng's carriage was accompanied by Wang Jian, and there were Meng Tian, Wang Ben and other generals outside. General Yang Lao, Mao Jiao, Li Chong and others who were riding in the carriage behind would also come over. Bai Yan did not join in the fun and turned around to ride the war horse.
Go to the six-horse carriage at the back.
"Xia Yichen, has the Queen Mother woke up?"
Bai Yan turned over and dismounted, watched the doctor come out after a while in the carriage, and asked softly.
When he was in Zhongmou City, Bai Yan didn't know the name of this doctor, but during these three days of running around, while taking care of the Queen Mother, Bai Yan finally learned that the name of the young Imperial Physician Cheng was Xia Wuji.
Although Xia Wuji was not a disciple of Bian Que, he was young and had the best medical skills from hundreds of schools. He was very famous in the Qin court. He was also Ying Zheng's personal physician. He stayed with Ying Zheng all day long, even if he was a doctor.
The previous dynasty was no exception.
"General Bai!"
Xia Wuji saluted Bai Yan, then looked at Bai Yan and slowly shook his head.
It means that the Queen Mother still hasn't woken up at this moment.
At the moment, he was helpless. He didn't know when the Queen Mother would wake up, or even whether she would wake up again.
"Master Zhao!"
After Bai Yan returned the greeting to Xia Wuji, while thinking deeply, he saw Zhao Gao approaching, so he turned around and saluted Zhao Gao.
"General Bai!"
Zhao Gao also raised his hand to salute Bai Yan, and then exchanged salutes with Xia Wujie.
Behind Zhao Gao, about twenty burly men came carrying a wooden bed. The wooden bed was very large and covered with gauze, making it difficult to see what was inside.
After Zhao Ji fell into a coma on the second day after leaving Zhongmou City, large beds were prepared in advance in cities along the way.
After Bai Yan, Xia Wuji, and Zhao Gao stepped back, they looked at the eunuchs and the maids carefully carried the unconscious Queen Mother from the carriage to the big bed, covered her with a quilt, and then were carried into the Handan Palace by the Zhongfu guards.
"General Bai, if you don't have time, you and Mr. Zhao will send the Queen Mother to rest for a while."
Xia Wuji turned around and saluted Bai Yanji.
Zhao Gao on the side also raised his hand to salute.
"Thank you, my lords!"
Bai Yan returned the favor with his hand, and then watched Xia Wuji and Zhao Gao leave together.
Just as Bai Yan was looking at the backs of Xia Wuji and Zhao Gao, lost in thought, a eunuch hurried over.
When Bai Yan heard the movement, he turned around and looked a little confused.
When we arrived at the Handan Palace, why did the eunuch look anxious? It seemed like something had happened.
"General Bai, the king has ordered you to go there immediately."
The eunuch came to Bai Yan and made a ceremony.
The voice fell.
After Bai Yan heard this, he frowned slightly and glanced at the palace gate in the distance.
"what happened?"
Bai Yan asked.
Seeing the eunuch's expression, Bai Yan raised his hand to signal and walked while talking.
The eunuch saluted Bai Yan again, then nodded and made a gesture of invitation to Bai Yan.
"General Bai, Lord Yingkan had previously secretly ordered people to come to Handan City with orders to arrest people without telling the king. The king was furious when he found out."
On the way, the eunuch said to Bai Yan as he walked.
"Arrests?"
Bai Yan was full of doubts when he heard that Ying Kan sent people to Handan to arrest people.
This Ying Kan has come to Handan to catch someone.
The eunuch seemed to be able to see Bai Yan's doubts, and then told Bai Yan softly that Ying Kan was arresting someone from Zhujiaxiang.
"Win Kan!"
Bai Yan looked helpless when he heard the whole story, and finally understood why Ying Zheng was so angry.
Ying Zheng is the king of Qin. If he wants to directly kill the people in Zhujiaxiang, it is Ying Kan's turn to do it. Then Ying Kan won't use his brain. When Li Si and Yao Jia planned to alienate the six countries, the most common method was
Lure, followed by assassination.
Even the ministers of the enemy country can assassinate a person from Zhujiaxiang in Handan. How could Yao Jia not be able to kill those people from Zhujiaxiang?
Not to mention that after Handan was captured by the Qin State, if you wanted to take action, where would you be able to win?
Not to mention Wang Jian, Wang Ben, Meng Tian, Meng Shu and others, the Qin army generals under his command, Qin officials, and the nobles who had no way to please Ying Zheng, these people are no more convenient than Ying Kan.
Think of this.
Bai Yan also finally felt the importance of identity and blood. If Ying Kan had not had the blood of the Ying family's ancestor, he might not have been demoted to that remote place.
Looking at the Qin generals standing in front of the palace not far away, Bai Yan naturally also saw Ying Zheng not far away.
Bai Yan sighed and walked towards Ying Zheng.
In front of the Handan Palace.
Wang Jian, Uncle Meng, Li Chong, Li Ji, Mao Jiao and others all looked at Bai Yan, who was hurriedly approaching and wearing Qin armor.
Ying Zheng, who looked gloomy, naturally saw Bai Yan.
"Bai Yan, meet the king!"
Bai Yan came to Ying Zheng and bowed his hands in greetings.
"Bai Yan, do you know about Ying Kan arresting people privately?"
Ying Zheng asked.
Ying Zheng's words made Meng Tian and Wang Ben look at each other and knew in their hearts that Ying Kan would probably be punished this time.
However, the next moment, Bai Yan's words were beyond everyone's expectations.
"Back to the king, Bai Yan did know that the previous investigation revealed that the people in Zhujiaxiang were worried about the king coming to Handan due to his arrogance and domineering behavior in the early years, so they colluded with the thieves and paid money to participate in the assassination of the king. Therefore, Bai Yan
Yan then discussed with Master Yingkan, and if the news would be leaked, he ordered someone to come to Handan to arrest him in advance."
After Bai Yan spoke to Ying Zheng, he glanced at Ying Zheng and knelt on the ground.
"Your Majesty, while traveling along the way, Bai Yan forgot to inform the King about this matter. Please ask the King to punish the sins of the humble minister!"
After Bai Yan finished speaking, he gave Ying Zheng a head-offering ceremony in front of everyone.
Outside the palace gate.
Looking at Bai Yan and hearing that Bai Yan had forgotten about this matter because he was in a hurry, Wang Jian, Wang Ben, Meng Tian and others all nodded.
It turns out that's what happened, so it's not surprising.
Looking at the tiredness on Bai Yan's young face and eyes due to exertion, Wang Ben and Meng Tian both knew clearly that Bai Yan personally led the troops to deal with so many rebels before, and then had to lead the troops in a hurry without rest. They were so tired and exhausted.
Under the circumstances, a little negligence is normal.
Presumably the king will never blame Bai Yan for this trivial matter.
Thinking room.
Wang Ben, Meng Tian, other Qin officials, and even Wang Jian, did not notice that Li Chong, Li Ji, and even Mao Jiao and General Yang looked at Bai Yan and couldn't help but look surprised or even surprised.
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Others don't know, but how could they, the officials who accompanied him all the way, not know that there were many disagreements between Bai Yan and Ying Kan along the way.
And counting the time, they all know it.
Bai Yan was appointed only after arriving in Zhongmou City, while Ying Kan should have sent people to Handan earlier.
It's obvious that Bai Yan didn't know what Ying Kan was doing.
"That's it! I think you Bai Yan has done a good job in escorting me, so I won't pursue this matter anymore, and I will never do it again in the future!"
After Ying Zheng heard Bai Yan's words, his expression eased a lot.
When he saw Bai Yan's face full of exhaustion, Ying Zheng's eyes flashed with a hint of softness.
Just like the last incident in Yanmen, the young man in front of him still would not bring infamy and embarrassment to him, the King of Qin.
Looking at this young man, General Qin.
In the eyes of other people, they all thought that he was a descendant of the Bai family. Even the people of the Bai family thought that he was from a famous family.
Only Ying Zheng knew in his heart how humble this young man's background was.
Not even a soldier.
However, this young man is more willing to serve and serve others than anyone else.
Recalling that in Luoyang before, I would rather take risks but make sure to be careful along the way.
Ying Zheng's statement that he was dissatisfied was false. How could a king reject such a minister? How could a king dislike such a conscientious minister?
"Here! Bai Yan, a humble minister, thanks you, Your Majesty!"
After Bai Yan heard what Ying Zheng said, he knelt on the ground again and saluted Ying Zheng.
After the ceremony.
Bai Yan looked up and saw that Ying Zheng had turned around and walked towards the palace. Wang Jian and other generals also turned around, feeling relieved in his heart.
When he stood up, Bai Yan naturally noticed that Li Ji and Mao Jiao looked at him with approval, including the elderly Li Chong, the governor of Longxi County, and the old general Yang.
Bai Yan smiled sheepishly.
After being exposed to more and more things, Bai Yan is no longer the ignorant boy he was two years ago.
Two years ago, facing Ying Kan who looked down upon him, Bai Yan could do what he did before, but he may not be able to absolve Ying Kan of his guilt like he did just now.
Two years' time.
Bai Yan has transformed from a young man relying on his sword to a general of the Qin State, possessing a title and status.
Now Bai Yan has more to think about, not only himself, but also all his relationships and connections, and more importantly, Ying Zheng and the Ying clan's relatives.
Not to mention whether those people in Zhujiaxiang will kill him or not, this is something that can only be decided after Ying Zheng sees it in person, and there must be a reason for the killing.
Otherwise, not to mention the previous action of distributing grain and grain to the people in Yanyu, in the future, the nobles of other vassal states will become more determined to resist Qin when they see that Yingzheng still seeks personal revenge after destroying the country.
Why did Ying Zheng sacrifice to heaven at Jingshi Mountain? Why did he value scholars so much? Why did Ying Zheng drag Wei Lao to live with him when he was sent to Qin?
All this needs to be shown to the world.
Ying Zheng unified the world and needed a reputation. Otherwise, how could Ying Zheng attach so much importance to black clothing? All of this comes from Zou Yan's Five Virtues Theory.
"General?"
Yanmao stepped forward at this time and came to Bai Yan's side, his eyes full of doubts.
"Take the soldiers to the camp to repair first!"
Bai Yan didn't explain too much to Yanmao.
"promise!"
Seeing Yanmao accept the order and turn to leave, Bai Yan turned around and arranged the matters of guarding the palace. Before Ying Kan led his troops to Handan, in addition to Wang Jian's subordinates, Bai Yan would also leave some people to guard the palace.
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Half an hour later.
Bai Yan had just made arrangements, and a eunuch came to Bai Yan.
"General Bai, Your Majesty, in recognition of the general's meritorious service in guarding, has given the general a residence in Shenxiang, South Street, and six dancers from the general's palace."
While the eunuch was speaking, he then asked one of the eunuchs to leave.
"Bai Yan thanks the king!"
Bai Yan compiled etiquette.
While chatting with the eunuch, Bai Yan soon saw that at the side entrance of the Handan Palace, the eunuch drove a carriage slowly driving towards him. As the carriage stopped, six beautiful women with slim waists stepped out of the carriage.
There are so many beauties in Handan, not to mention the woman who was brought into Handan Palace.
Bai Yan looked at the six women who were preparing the ceremony and didn't take it seriously. After the six women got on the carriage, he said goodbye to the eunuch.
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sunset.
Bai Yan arrived at the mansion that Ying Zheng had rewarded him with. As soon as he entered the mansion, Bai Yan was shocked by the scale of the mansion.
The mansion is fully equipped with rockeries, pavilions and the like. Whether it is the corridor or the exquisite carvings on the wooden doors and windows, it gives people a pleasing feeling.
"Who was the previous owner of this mansion?"
Bai Yan asked curiously. He had been to Guo Kai's mansion and had seen the scenes inside Guo Kai's mansion.
Bai Yan dared to say without hesitation that this mansion was not half bad.
Naturally, Bai Yan understood that with such a powerful mansion owner in Handan, his power would never be any worse.
"Sir, the previous residence was Chunping-kun's residence."
A maid heard Bai Yan's words and answered cautiously.
Bai Yan heard this, looked around, and then came to the study.
Looking at the exquisite and elegant study in front of me, the spacious room is fully equipped with stoves and other equipment. Tiger skins, mink skins, etc. are hung on the wooden shelves in the corner. The wooden window offers a beautiful view of the pool outside.
Bai Yan rarely likes a mansion from the bottom of his heart, but he really likes this mansion in front of him.
When he came to the wooden frame, there were countless bamboo slips placed on each wooden frame. Bai Yan picked up a scroll and read it.
At this sight, Bai Yan lost track of time.
Because in addition to ancient military books, these bamboo slips also recorded some secrets of Zhao State in detail. It can be seen that Chunping Jun was in a hurry when he left Handan and had no time to deal with these.
I don't know how long it has been.
There were footsteps outside the door, and then a confidant shouted outside the door.
"General, Captain Chai is here to report."
After the confidant finished speaking, Bai Yan opened his mouth to let Chai in.
Later.
Following the sound of footsteps coming in from outside the study, Bai Yan took the bamboo slip and looked at it, and saw Chai, who had not seen him for several months.
"Chai, meet the general!"
Chai came to Bai Yan and bowed his hands in ceremony.
Previously, Bai Yan wanted to lead troops to escort Ying Zheng and the Queen Mother Zhao to Handan, while Chai Bian led troops to stay at Yanmen.
Looking at Chai now, Bai Yan could see that Chai was under a lot of pressure during this period.
"What about Yanmen?"
Bai Yan asked with a smile.
As an acquaintance, it was Chai who first taught Bai Yan how to ride a crossbow and shoot. After that, Chai never left him and was loyal to Bai Yan. He accompanied Bai Yan through life and death on the battlefield.
So when Bai Yan saw Chai, he was not only a general under his command, but also like an elder brother.
"If it hadn't been for the general's previous actions to appease Zhao Bianqi, the general would have lost Yanmen long ago."
When Chai heard Bai Yan's words, he smiled bitterly.
Chai then told Bai Yan that since Bai Yan led the cavalry to leave, dozens of people had been captured by the agents sent by Daidi alone. Almost all of them had one purpose, which was to lobby tens of thousands of Zhao Bianqi.
General, launched a rebellion in Yanmen.
Fortunately, Bai Yan's previous actions not only saved all Zhao Bianqi from going to the Qin Kingdom for labor service, but also distributed grain and grain to help the people of Yanmen, including Zhao Bianqi's family, wife and daughter.
When most of the noble clans in Yanmen were eliminated in one fell swoop, not only did Zhao Bianqi no longer have the desire to resist, but the people of Yanmen also had no desire to resist.
After all, after eating the grain and millet sent by Bai Yan, experiencing drought, famine, and looting and selling, all the people and Zhao Bianqi knew who was good and who was bad.
If it weren't for Bai Yan's prestige.
At the beginning, even if Yanmen was strictly guarded and Yanmen was not lost, those Zhao Bianqi would be incited to launch a rebellion and then flee to Daidi.
"However, General, Mr. Wei gave me instructions before I left, saying that when you get to Yanmen, you will probably still have a lot of trouble."
Chai talked and told Mr. Wei's instructions.
"But Mr. Wei didn't say what the trouble was!"
Chai said.
Bai Yan was a little confused when he heard Chai's words, but then his thoughts changed, and he quickly realized that the only person who could give Mr. Wei a headache in Yanmen, and who couldn't talk about it, was Zhao Qiu.
It is estimated that Zhao Qiu already knew that he had lied to her, and he must have seen the Bao family in the mansion.
"It's okay! We'll talk about it later when we get back to Yanmen! You go back and wash up first. The king will host a banquet at the palace tonight."
Bai Yan didn't want to pay attention to what was going on in Yanmen right now, so he took two volumes of bamboo slips from the wooden stand and handed them to Chai.
"When you leave the mansion later, give these to Ye and let the people in Ye investigate the people in this scroll!"