Xianyang, the capital of the Qin Dynasty.
This is the political center of the northwest frontier and the most prosperous area of Qin. In terms of prosperity, compared to the Imperial Capital of Xia State, or compared to the Imperial Capital of Qi State, it is naturally not a little bit behind, but in Qin State, this is good enough.
Xianyang City is majestic and vast, but it is less bustling and noisy. There is a residence in Qinghefang, North City of Xianyang City. The house is simple and simple, covering an area of more than 100 acres.
On the plaque, there are two words "Wang Family".
This is the Wang family residence in Xianyang.
The current head of the Wang family, Wang Tang, is in his early fifties. He serves as the Minister of Household Affairs and controls the emperor's money bag. Wang Tang's younger brother Wang Lie, a tiger general in the army, served as a hussar general.
The Wang family has a double door and is the backbone of the Qin Dynasty.
It was already evening, and Wang Tang was resting at home. When he was free, he took out a military book in the study and read it slowly.
Although Wang Tang serves as the Minister of Household Affairs, the Wang family came from a military background in their early years. Wang Tang's grandfather and father were both generals in the army, so Wang Lie also served in the army. It's just that Wang Tang likes to be quiet rather than active, so he joined the imperial court.
Wang Tang slowly read the military book, and night fell. He put the book in his hand aside and ordered: "Come here."
An attendant entered and bowed.
Wang Tang said: "Inform the housekeeper to come."
The attendant responded and turned to inform. Not long after, an old man in his sixties entered, bowed and said, "Master of the family."
Wang Tang said: "Is there any news that the young master is in Yongning County?"
The steward said: "Not yet."
Wang Tang frowned slightly and said: "My original intention at the beginning was to let Wang Yue go to the army. After all, the Wang family is a family of generals. But he followed my temper and liked literature and disliked martial arts. He was unwilling to go to the army for training. Instead, he wanted to go somewhere We went up and even went to Yongning County where the Li family is located. I worked in the local area for several years but had no achievements, which was a waste of time."
The housekeeper said calmly: "Master, the eldest son is still young. What's more, it's not a bad thing to go to the local area for experience. Because the eldest son has seen the local situation, and when he returns to the court, he can act in a targeted manner."
"Look at the children of these big families, most of them are playboys and act domineeringly. How many people can be like the eldest son, who take the initiative to serve in local places and can calm down."
"Many people despise the local county magistrate because of their good background, thinking that they are small-sized official positions. In fact, although local official positions are small, they are full of vitality and control the lives of countless people."
Wang Tang said: "You old guy, you see things thoroughly."
The housekeeper said in a deep voice: "Master, this man, this old slave finally understands that it is not a bad thing to endure hardship in the early years. For example, Master, you suffered a lot in the early years, so you can get rid of all the hardships."
After Wang Tang heard this, he stroked his beard and laughed.
Quite proud.
His father had four sons, and he was the second, not the eldest. However, although Wang Tang's elder brother was successful at a young age, he was defeated on the battlefield and never recovered. Later, he was assigned to serve as a local governor.
To this day, he is still serving locally.
Although Wang Tang suffered hardships when he was young, he tempered himself, especially when he took a different path. He acted steadily and was good at managing money. He was in charge of the household department and became an important minister whom the emperor relied on.
At this moment, an attendant entered, bowed and said: "Master, there is a letter sent by the young master."
"Bring it here quickly."
There was a hint of expectation in Wang Tang's eyes.
The steward took it and handed it to Wang Tang, and the attendant withdrew.
Wang Tang opened it and browsed quickly. At the front of the letter, Wang Yue inquired about Wang Tang's physical condition and asked Wang Tang not to work too hard. Then, he talked about Wang Yue's own situation in Yongning County, and finally explained Lin Feng's situation.
After Wang Tang read about Lin Feng, especially to prove Lin Feng's talent, Wang Yue posted several of Lin Feng's poems as evidence. After Wang Tang read the letter, his expression gradually became serious.
When the housekeeper saw this, his heart skipped a beat.
Could something have happened?
The housekeeper bowed slightly and asked, "Master, could it be that something happened to the young master in Yongning County?"
Wang Tang shook his head and said: "Nothing went wrong, but Wang Yue met a great brother in Yongning County. The situation is a bit complicated."
The housekeeper was confused and confused, so he didn't ask too much.
Wang Tang thought for a while, glanced at the housekeeper, noticed the housekeeper's condition, and said, "Don't worry, Wang Yue is fine. It's just that he met Lin Yuanzhong's son Lin Feng."
The steward's brows rose, and he suddenly thought of someone, and asked quickly: "Is it Lin Yuanzhong, the God of War of Xia Kingdom?"
Wang Tang nodded and said, "That's him."
An incredulous look appeared on the housekeeper's face, and he asked, "How did Lin Yuanzhong's son end up in Yongning County?"
Wang Tang said: "According to the news from the Qin Dynasty in the Xia Kingdom, the internal fighting in the Xia Kingdom affected the Lin family. As a result, the Lin family was accused of treason, the Lin family's home was ransacked, and Lin Yuanzhong's only son was exiled."
"When this news reached Great Qin, everyone was in an uproar. Lin Yuanzhong was the God of War of the Xia Kingdom, and he died on the battlefield for the Xia Kingdom. Even Lin Yuanzhong's father, Lin Jiuxiao, died on the battlefield for his loyalty to the country."
"It is so sad that a loyal and famous family ended up with a broken family. Unexpectedly, Lin Yuanzhong's son Lin Feng ended up here in Yongning County."
The housekeeper frowned and said, "Master, is it possible that there is a fake thing? What if someone fakes it?"
Wang Tang said: "After the Lin family was ransacked, no one kept an eye on it because it was meaningless. However, the direction of the Lin family's exile was towards the border of our country of Qin, so it is possible that he is in Yongning County."
"The specific situation is unknown for the time being. This matter needs to be carefully investigated by Wang Yue. If it is indeed Lin Feng, we can make some friends."
"The Xia Kingdom is rich in treasures and has outstanding people. The Lin family is a true family of generals and illustrious talents. When such people come to our Qin Kingdom, it is also an opportunity for our Qin Kingdom, so we should win over them."
Wang Tang's eyes were deep.
There was also consideration in my mind.
The housekeeper nodded and said: "The head of the family has thought carefully and wants to confirm and verify."
"Tap! Tread!"
At this moment, there were rapid footsteps.
Another attendant hurried in and reported: "Master, there is news that the eldest son has arranged for someone to send it back. This is sent back as quickly as possible. The matter is urgent, please read it."
Wang Tang took it, waved the attendant to leave, and quickly browsed the contents of the letter again.
The more Wang Tang looked down, the more shocked he became.
In the end, I was stunned.
When the housekeeper saw this scene, he couldn't help but ask: "Master, what happened?"
Wang Tang said: "This Lin Feng is most likely really Lin Yuanzhong's son. Under his plan, Wang Yue, a brat, completely suppressed Li Qian and extorted one hundred thousand taels of silver from Li Qian."
"Li Qian's secret gang power in Yongning County has been wiped out. Next, Wang Yue will deal with Li Qian and let me keep an eye on the Li family. Once the Li family wants to intervene, they will stop the Li family."
"Wang Yue has made no progress in Yongning County. But Lin Feng, who acted step by step and had extremely powerful strategies, helped Wang Yue break the situation. He is indeed powerful."
"Wang Yue also said that his little knowledge and strategy were like a child in front of Lin Feng. You also know that Wang Yue has always been quite proud and thinks highly of himself. I didn't expect that he respected Lin Feng so much."
"According to the information in the letter, when Lin Feng was exiled, his martial arts was disabled. However, with the help of a pill given to Lin Feng by Wang Yue, he returned to the fifth level martial arts master in a short period of time. A person whose martial arts was disabled, It is not easy to return to the fifth level in a short period of time."
At this time, when Wang Tang spoke, he was no longer as relaxed and casual as before.
Lin Feng is very important.
The butler's eyes were bright and he said with a smile: "Master, this is an opportunity for the eldest son."
Wang Tang nodded, with a bright smile on his slightly older face.
He is naturally happy when his son succeeds.
Wang Tang stroked the beard under his chin and said slowly: "Lin Feng is already in the trap, and he will definitely show up. Especially his identity is extremely sensitive. For such a wealthy family, especially for a general disciple of the Xia Kingdom, Even His Majesty cannot take it lightly.”
"Lin Feng's place, if we make good use of it, will be an opportunity for our Qin country."
"Although the Lin family is destroyed and no one in the Xia Kingdom's official circles dares to say anything, it does not mean that the Xia Kingdom generals have no idea. This matter must be informed to Your Majesty and please make your decision."
Wang Tang ordered: "Steward, prepare the carriage immediately. I want to go to the palace immediately to see you."
The housekeeper said: "Master, it's getting dark."
Wang Tang stood up and said forcefully: "It doesn't matter if it's dark. There is no such thing as day and night when it comes to national affairs. Just go ahead."
"As commanded."
The butler turned to make arrangements.
Wang Tang changed into court clothes, wrote down the poems written by Lin Feng, and took a carriage to the imperial city.
After the carriage stopped outside the palace, Wang Tang went straight into the palace and waited outside the main hall. About half an hour later, there was a sound of footsteps, and a tall old man with a thick jaw and a tiger beard entered.
The old man is Ying Jiuxiao, the emperor of the Qin Dynasty. He has been in power for more than thirty years. Although Ying Jiuxiao is nearly sixty years old, he is in good health and does not look old at all.
During Ying Jiuxiao's reign, Qin's national power began to rise significantly, and Qin truly established its foothold in the northwest. Even so, Qin was considered a barbarian.
The center of the world is still in Xia Kingdom.
The people of Xia claimed to be the superior kingdom of heaven, while the people of Qin lived in a corner. Moreover, the people of Qin were martial and did not read much, so they were despised by others.
In the Qin State, there were very few true Confucian scholars.
Ying Jiuxiao sat down directly, looked at Wang Tang, and said with a smile: "Wang Qing, when something happens to you, you still have to change your habit of reporting at night. If you have anything to do, let's talk about it tomorrow."
Wang Tang looked solemn and said: "Your Majesty, what I want to report is a big matter."
Ying Jiuxiao stroked his beard under his chin and said slowly: "What you are talking about are all big things, and there are no small things. Tell me, what is it? Could it be that the Ministry of Household Revenue does not have much tax revenue this year, so I am asked to reduce foreign conquests, and I am asked to do so. No more war with Beiyan?"
Wang Tang shook his head and said: "Your Majesty, this is not about external conquest, it is about the Xia Kingdom."
A sharp look flashed across Ying Jiuxiao's tiger eyes, and his body leaned forward slightly and sat upright. The laziness all over his body disappeared and was replaced by a breathtaking majesty.
He stared at Wang Tang with sharp eyes and said, "Wang Qing, what exactly is going on?"
Wang Tang said: "Lin Feng, the son of Lin Yuanzhong, the God of War of Xia Kingdom, lived in Yongning County, Fufeng County."
Ying Jiuxiao rolled his eyes and said in a deep voice: "Lin Yuanzhong is the God of War of the Xia Kingdom. He is invincible on the battlefield. I know this man. The reason why he died in the battle was because of the constraints of the Xia Kingdom's court, which led to his death in the battle. .”
"But even so, even though he died in battle, he still used his own life to plot against the enemy and achieve the final victory. I wish I could fight Lin Yuanzhong and have a drink with him."
"It's a pity that he died early. What's even more pity is that there was internal fighting in the Xia Kingdom. The Lin family was ransacked and the Lin family was also exiled. It's sad that the general family has been treated like this."
After Ying Jiuxiao sighed with emotion, he asked: "What happened when his son arrived in Yongning County?"
Wang Tang said seriously: "Your Majesty, when it comes to Lin Feng, it involves Wang Yue, the dog. He serves as the county magistrate in Yongning County, and he has become acquainted with Lin Feng and even called him a brother."
"According to Quanzi's report, Lin Feng took advantage of the chaos during his exile. Because he was disabled in martial arts and seriously injured, he was exiled to Yongning County. He was rescued by Bai Yuyao, the daughter of the Bai family in Yongning County. The two got married, and Lin Feng became The son-in-law who comes to visit."
"However, Lin Feng recovered his martial arts with the help of the pulse-opening pill given by Quanzi, and is now a fifth-level martial artist."
"It's terrifying for a person whose martial arts skills have been disabled to return to the fifth level in a short period of time. In fact, a young man in his twenties who is a fifth-level martial artist is already a genius."
"Before Lin Feng was deprived of martial arts, according to Quanzi's report, he was a third-grade innate master. He was only one step away from entering the Grandmaster realm. Your Majesty, among the martial arts of our Great Qin, no matter where you put it, they are all masters. "
"A young man of such an age is already innate, which shows how terrifying it is."
Wang Tang clasped his hands together and said solemnly: "Your Majesty, Lin Feng has a bright future. People like this must be won over. I even think that this is an opportunity for our great Qin to go east. Because Lin Feng knows everything about the Xia Kingdom."
Ying Jiuxiao stood up at this time and paced back and forth with his hands behind his back.
In the main hall, there was silence.
After a long while, Ying Jiuxiao sat down and said slowly: "The Lin family is not weak in strength. In the past, Lin Jiuxiao was a master of the generation, and Lin Yuanzhong was also a master of the generation. I didn't expect that one generation would become stronger than the other, and here Lin Feng , is even more talented.”
"This Lin Jiuxiao's name is similar to mine, but the surname is different. In terms of age, he is slightly older than me, so he is of the same age. It's a pity that I have never met Lin Jiuxiao."
"I guess some people in the Xia Kingdom's court did not want another God of War to appear in the Lin family, so they took action early. But as you said, this is a good thing for our country, Qin."
Ying Jiuxiao said: "A person who harbors hatred for the Xia Kingdom and has unlimited future potential will indeed be helpful to our Qin Kingdom. But today's Lin Feng is not up to the standard."
Wang Tang said quickly: "Your Majesty, I have excerpted some articles sent back by Quanzi, which were written by Lin Feng. This person is not just as simple as a general, he is extremely talented."
As he spoke, he handed over the letter.
Ying Jiuxiao took it and saw the letters "Bamboo and Stone", "Mountain Sheep·One Plow Ox Half a Field", and "Man Ting Fang·Quiet Night Thoughts".
These three poems were all written by Lin Feng.
In order to increase his persuasiveness, Wang Yue also added Lin Feng's previous members from Baijia Qingyutang.
As an emperor, Ying Jiuxiao was also talented and learned. After reading it, he couldn't help but sigh and praised: "There are so many talents in Xia Kingdom, especially Lin Feng, he is indeed not simple."
"Although the poem "Bamboo and Stone" is about the strength of bamboo, in fact, it is an expression of ambition, which is admirable. In "Sheep on the Hillside: Half a Field with a Plow Ox", the harvest depends on heaven, and the shortage also depends on heaven. Chic and free, free and natural.”
"The writing of "Man Ting Fang·Silent Night Thoughts" is even more clever, using medicinal materials to describe lovesickness."
"Lin Feng is not only talented in martial arts, but also talented in learning. This person should indeed be taken seriously. Such a person will definitely be of great use if he stays in Qin."
Wang Tang cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty is wise."
After a pause, Wang Tang continued: "Your Majesty, in fact, Lin Feng is not only outstanding in martial arts and talents. His strategy is also extremely powerful, and his ability to govern the place is very extraordinary."
Ying Jiuxiao said: "Seriously?"
At this moment, Ying Jiuxiao was also a little shocked. A twenty-year-old young man, from the Xia Guolin family, with only martial arts and talent, he even had outstanding strategic and governance abilities, which was a bit staggering.
It's incredible.
Wang Tang solemnly said: "Your Majesty, everything I said is true. Originally, I shouldn't have said these words. But when it comes to the future of our Great Qin, I still have to say it. Even if your Majesty is convicted, I must say it."
Ying Jiuxiao flicked his sleeves and said, "But it doesn't matter."
Wang Tang said sternly: "Everyone in the Qin State knows that the Wang family and the Li family are at odds. During Quanzi's tenure in Yongning County, he discovered that the Li family did many illegal things in Yongning County, but Quanzi's ability is limited and there is no way to deal with it."
"Unexpectedly, with Lin Feng's assistance, we quickly verified some evidence of the Li family's crimes in Yongning County. We even completely suppressed Li Qian, the person in charge of the Li family in Yongning County."
"The affairs of the Li family are currently being dealt with. In addition, there is a drought in Fufeng County and it has never rained. The same is true in Yongning County. With nothing to do, Lin Feng came up with a strategy and a way to manage it."
"It's just that the people of the Li family were unwilling to fail, so they clamored that the drought could not be solved, and even opposed it in large numbers, saying that it was a waste of people and money. In short, Lin Feng also has the talent for governance, and his methods are not weak."
"I believe that once Lin Feng is used by our country of Qin, it will definitely bring about innovation."
"Our Qin State has been in your Majesty's hands and has worked hard to govern it for more than thirty years. Although it has strong troops and horses, it has never been able to go east. Especially many generals are old and the younger generation has no one to lead the army."
"Lin Feng is the candidate."
Wang Tang clasped his hands together and bowed again: "Your Majesty, God has given the Xia Kingdom countless talents. However, Emperor Li Chong's mansion of the Xia Kingdom has no rules and cannot use people. Now, God has sent the most powerful talents among them. This This is our chance.”
Ying Jiuxiao pondered carefully, thinking about Lin Feng. After a while, Ying Jiuxiao said: "You have to take care of the affairs of the Wang family and the Li family yourself. In one word, no oversteps are allowed."
"Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty."
Wang Tang understood it as soon as he heard it.
It cannot be crossed, and it cannot affect Qin due to fighting.
Ying Jiuxiao continued: "Lin Feng has outstanding abilities and must be put to great use. However, he has been in Qin for too short a time and does not understand him well enough. He needs to be observed for a while. Inform your son what to do, then There is no need to be constrained by how to do it. Lin Feng’s news will be kept secret for the time being and should not be spread outside."
"I obey the decree."
Wang Tang bowed in response.
With Ying Jiuxiao, it would be logical for Wang Yue to deal with Li Qian.
Wang Tang is not afraid of the Li family.
Furthermore, Wang Yue befriended Lin Feng, which was also Wang Yue's contribution. Especially in the future, if the emperor really re-employs Lin Feng, it will also be the Wang family's contribution.
Wang Tang said: "I'm leaving."
Ying Jiuxiao nodded. After Wang Tang left, the expression on Ying Jiuxiao's face remained serious.
Lin Feng is from the Lin family.
He is from a family of generals and is a proud son of heaven. Such a person is expected to win Jiuxiao and even wants to reuse him. However, Ying Jiuxiao doesn't know Lin Feng well enough, so he needs further understanding in order to make a judgment.
"Win three!"
Ying Jiuxiao ordered.
"exist!"
In the darkness in the corner of the hall, a man in black walked out of the darkness.
Ying Jiuxiao said: "Arrange for Ying Twelve to go to Yongning County to investigate all the information about Lin Feng. I need all the information from the beginning of Xia's exile. In addition, Ying Twelve is responsible for protecting Lin Feng's safety. I have this person. Very useful."
"Here!"
Ying San answered respectfully.
In the blink of an eye, he disappeared into the darkness again, leaving only Ying Jiuxiao sitting alone in the hall.
"Li Chongfu, Li Chongfu, you are the emperor of the Xia Kingdom. You are clever and good at balancing the court. But you have forgotten that the blood of soldiers must not be cooled. If the hearts of soldiers are cooled, who else will expand your territory for you? , to guard the country?"
"You don't want the Lin family, I do."
"Lin Feng, I'll take it."
"I will definitely go eastward, and my great Qin army will definitely gallop into the Xia Kingdom."
The low murmuring voice echoed in the hall, revealing determination and longing for the future.
