Qi State, Linzi.
In the past year or so, Qi State had no internal or external troubles, and successfully digested the land of Xia State that was merged with Qi State.
Qi's national strength further strengthened.
Tian He took advantage of the complete digestion of Xia's territory and took several major actions in succession.
First, adjust the officials in the DPRK and central government, and adjust the ministers of various ministries in the DPRK and central government, and all of them will be sent to local posts. The Jizhou area of Xia State, which was merged into Qi State, needed someone to take charge of it, so it was natural for Tian He to arrange for someone to go there.
Second, Tian He arranged for his confidants to serve as ministers of various ministries and occupy prominent positions in the court.
Third, for Qi's army, Tian He also further promoted a group of new generals, making Qi's army further in Tian He's hands.
Personnel and the army are fundamental.
Tian He moved very slowly in the past. He slowly accumulated fame as he grew older, making plans bit by bit. This year's opportunity was great, taking advantage of the achievements of destroying the Xia Kingdom, so Tian He stepped up his efforts to regain power and continued to increase his number.
This does not mean that veterans such as Tian Yu and Yan Zichu are not from Tianhe. It's just that these veterans are more influential in the court.
Tian He needs these veterans to sit in charge, but he also needs obedient people of his own.
This is what kings of all dynasties have done.
In the imperial city, Tian He was watching Cuju. Tian He had never been exposed to Cuju before and had no impression of it. In the second half of this year, after Tian He saw the eunuchs in the palace playing Cuju, he selected a group of strong eunuchs from among the eunuchs and formed a Cuju team specifically to practice Cuju.
At this moment, on the field, the eunuchs playing Cuju rushed forward with the ball, violent collisions, and superb skills were all displayed in Cuju.
Tian He saw the wonderful scene and couldn't help shouting orders and shouting for attack one after another.
This is very enjoyable.
Tian He watched for a while, but frowned again. He gave orders one after another, but the Cuju team he commanded still failed step by step and could not win. Tian He was so excited that he asked someone to change his clothes, and he went off personally.
Tian He is young, simple in martial arts, and has good physical fitness. As soon as he entered the Cuju team, the whole team suddenly had a soul and attacked like a wave, while the other team's Cuju team retreated step by step.
A Cuju contest turned into a one-sided crushing defeat.
Tian He participated for about a quarter and a half, and the Cuju competition ended.
Not surprisingly, Tian He won.
Although it is now the end of September, the autumn wind has suddenly begun to feel a bit chilly. But after a game, Tian He was sweating profusely and breathing a little short.
Tian He looked at the Cuju team and said with high spirits: "You guys in Cuju can't just compete and collide. Competition is very important, but you need to pay attention to technique and strategy, you know? Only such a competition can win." I have taught you countless times, but you still can't learn. This group of people are as stupid as pigs."
"I sincerely follow His Majesty's teachings."
A group of strong eunuchs answered naively.
Everyone looked like they were being taught.
Tian He looked at this scene and felt even more proud and proud. He had already mastered the skill and level of Cuju. Ordinary people cannot compare with him.
"Your Majesty, King Langya wants to see you."
A eunuch hurried over to report.
"I know, I'll go right now."
Tian He wiped the sweat from his forehead and went straight back to the main hall, where he saw Langya King Tian Yu waiting.
"His Majesty!"
Tian Yu took the initiative to salute.
Tian He had a smile on his face and said, "Uncle Huang is here today. What's the matter?"
Tian Yu looked Tian He up and down, frowned, and said, "Did your Majesty go play Cuju again?"
Tian He looked casual and smiled and said: "The weather is getting colder, and I often feel uncomfortable. Therefore, I need to exercise more. Cuju competition is a good exercise, which can move the muscles and bones and strengthen the body. During this period of time, I feel that The bones of the body are getting stronger.”
Tian Yu sighed inwardly.
Since the second half of this year, the emperor has often indulged in Cuju. It was just a preliminary dabbling in the beginning, but now, I often play and watch Cuju, and the time I spend on Cuju every day gradually increases.
As an emperor, he is destined to be lonely and cannot have too many interests and hobbies. Once the emperor has a preference, the eunuchs and officials below him can always find more tricks to make the emperor sink little by little.
Especially since Tian He was still young, he needed to guard against arrogance and impetuosity, and he needed to concentrate on handling government affairs.
Tian Yu reminded: "Your Majesty, it is better to be diligent than to play. It is okay to play occasionally, but you cannot indulge. Otherwise, it is putting the cart before the horse."
"I understand, uncle, there is no need to say anything more."
Tian He waved his hands impatiently, he just played some Cuju, what's the big deal?
Tian Yu was also helpless.
After the emperor started to play Cuju in the second half of the year, his temperament gradually showed some subtle changes.
He was helpless.
Although he is the emperor's uncle, there is a difference between king and minister. He is still a minister after all.
Tian Yu stopped mentioning Cuju and said directly: "Your Majesty, as of now, the imperial examination of the State of Qin has ended. Many of the hidden stakes placed by the Supervision Department in Xianyang have been removed, which caused the news to be sent back slowly. Two people selected for the imperial examination of the State of Qin have There were more than a hundred people, and the imperial examination was quite successful. Some scholars from our Qi State were also selected and became members of the Qin State. Even though checkpoints were set up at the border to stop them, many people still went."
Tian He sat down, his eyes gradually became sharper, and he said: "Uncle, Qin's imperial examination has become a trend and cannot be stopped. The benefits of Qin's opening of subjects to obtain scholars have been highlighted, and there is nothing to discuss. I think we must stop Qin now. The key to development lies in Lin Feng."
"The Qin State without Lin Feng was extremely barren, and it was a problem for the people to eat. Because of Lin Feng, the Qin State's commerce began to prosper, and it became quite prosperous, and the people had enough food and clothing. Even because of Lin Feng, the Qin State implemented the concept of "dining" The reform of the motherland and the reform of the imperial examination were carried out, and Lin Feng took the lead in this series."
"In the past, Qin State contacted other countries, and it was Lin Feng who sent the envoy, which saved Qin State from difficulties."
"The Qin State a few years ago was in danger."
"The Qin State is becoming more and more powerful today."
"So the key to Qin's strength lies in Lin Feng. Let's deal with Lin Feng first. Since Lin Feng is not willing to be used by me, then we should completely kill him. If people don't do it for themselves, heaven and earth will destroy them. If they can't be used by me, they will be destroyed. he."
Tian He leaned forward slightly, his eyes even more violent, and said: "All this is Lin Feng's own choice. I have given him a chance. Since he can't grasp it, it is best for him to disappear. The Qin State has not If you lose Lin Feng, you will also lose your roots.”
Tian Yu's heart skipped a beat.
The emperor's handling cannot be said to be bad, because killing Lin Feng is indeed beneficial to Qi.
However, direct killing is a very violent method, and such a method is despised by others.
Tian Yu thought for a while and said: "Your Majesty, the last time Lin Feng was on a mission to Linzi, he was assassinated by people from the Yan Kingdom in the north when he left. There were masters who took action at that time, but they were all killed by Lin Feng. It can be seen from this that to kill It will not be easy for Lin Feng. To deal with Lin Feng, you must at least send a grand master to take action. Otherwise, there is no guarantee of victory."
Tian He's eyes sparkled and he ordered: "I remember Wei Tongguang, who is enshrined by the Supervision Department. He is the great master. In addition to Wei Tongguang, send three more masters to assist. Sneak into Xianyang and assassinate Lin Feng. This will inevitably lead to victory. .”
"Lin Feng is dead, and everything in Qin is over."
"Even if Ying Jiuxiao is angry, it doesn't make any sense. Is it possible that everyone is dead, and Ying Jiuxiao still dares to go to war with Qi State at all costs? Even if our people assassinate quietly, Qin State may not know that it is us. .”
Tian Yu bowed and said, "I would like to obey your Majesty's instructions."
Tian He waved his hand and said: "Uncle Emperor, killing Lin Feng is an urgent matter, please arrange it as soon as possible."
"Here!"
Tian Yu bowed and left.
He did not return to the palace, but went straight to the Supervision Department, which was the intelligence agency of Qi State.
Tian Yu went to the Supervision Department and found Wei Tongguang.
Wei Tongguang is nearly eighty years old. He is energetic and does not look old. Those eyes were bright and bright, giving the impression that he did not look like an old man who was nearly eighty years old, but rather like a middle-aged man.
Wei Tongguang saw Tian Yu, stood up and saluted: "The common people pay their respects to King Langya."
Tian Yu nodded slightly and said: "Grand master, your majesty has sent an order, please lead three masters to sneak into Xianyang and kill Lin Feng."
"Lin Feng?"
Wei Tongguang squinted his eyes slightly, thought for a while, and said, "He is a disciple of Xunzi. When he came to Qi State, he fought with Buddhism and caused quite a stir."
Tian Yu said: "That's him."
Wei Tongguang sneered, with an arrogant look on his face, and said, "Is a mere brat worthy of me taking action?"
Tian Yu explained: "Lin Feng has outstanding talent in martial arts. Although he is not old, he can easily kill the master. To kill Lin Feng, the master must take action. Even in the Qin State, there are many great masters. Once Lin Feng is killed, You will inevitably be retaliated against, so you must be careful.”
Wei Tongguang said confidently: "You are too cautious. It doesn't matter. I will take the people there myself."
Tian Yu said: "Be careful with everything."
Wei Tongguang said confidently: "King Langya, don't worry, I will take action and ensure the mission is completed."
Tian Yu said no more and left directly. He has said what needs to be said, and has also been reminded of what needs to be said. Everything depends on Wei Tongguang's next method.
