Xianyang City is bustling with activity.
A sentinel from Heibingtai returned quickly, went straight into the city and came to the office of Heibingtai, and handed over the latest frontline intelligence. Ying San opened the letter and looked at it, with a look of astonishment on his face. He quickly put the letter away and went straight to the palace.
Entering the palace, Ying San saw Ying Jiuxiao who was dealing with government affairs. He bowed and reported: "Your Majesty, the prince has sent back the latest battle report from the front line."
As he spoke, he handed over the battle report.
Ying Jiuxiao put down the memorial and asked with a smile: "The army of Qi has been defeated on the front line. Now the task is to make a deal with Qi and force Qi to fulfill the agreement. At the same time, ensure that our Qin scholars enter Jizhou to take charge of the situation. Is it possible now? , did something big happen again?"
Ying San said respectfully: "Shuai Lin killed the Qi Emperor Tian He."
"ah!!"
After Ying Jiuxiao heard this, he was also stunned for a moment.
He was shocked.
Lin Feng defeated Qi's army and captured Tian He alive. He had already begun negotiations with Qi, asking Qi to cede Jizhou and compensate for food and money. Lin Feng suddenly killed Tian He. Could it be an accident?
Ying Jiuxiao urged the eunuch who delivered the letter and quickly took it. While he was still opening the letter, he asked: "Did Qi Guo regret it?"
Ying San said: "Your Majesty, this is good news."
Ying Jiuxiao was confused after hearing this, and quickly opened the letter and read it quickly. When Ying Jiuxiao read the content of the letter, he suddenly laughed loudly, his laughter was joyful, and he was extremely happy.
Unexpectedly, Lin Feng, this kid, would plot against Qi State again. Even if Tian He was killed this time, it was Qi's own fault.
This is not Qin's betrayal.
All responsibilities lie with Tian He, not Lin Feng, not Qin.
Ying Jiuxiao stroked the beard under his chin, his somewhat pale face was full of praise, and praised: "Lin Feng arranged things very well this time. Qin released Tian He as promised and reached an agreement. He is a teacher of benevolence and righteousness." . Qi State betrayed the alliance without authorization. This is not our fault. It is Qi State’s problem."
Ying San said seriously: "This is all due to His Majesty's wisdom."
"What contribution do I have?"
Ying Jiuxiao shook his head and said slowly: "Those who are the emperor and the master must clearly understand their own shortcomings and know their own strengths and weaknesses. If you can't distinguish this clearly and think that you are good at everything, in the end The result is self-righteousness and self-righteousness. The victory in this battle depends on people like Lin Feng, Bai Cejun, and Wang Lie."
Ying San stood below and didn't answer. He was just reporting the news.
"Cough! Cough!!"
Ying Jiuxiao suddenly coughed.
This coughing took a while before Ying Jiuxiao recovered.
His throat felt sweet and he swallowed it again instantly.
Ying Jiuxiao ordered: "I already know the situation on the front line. You immediately send a letter to the prince and Lin Feng. The war is over. Next, our Qin country's focus should be adjusted to continue to recuperate and stabilize the place. Therefore, let the prince Withdraw with Lin Feng. As for how to arrange the border defense, let Lin Feng have full authority to make arrangements."
"Here!"
Ying San turned around and retreated.
Ying Jiuxiao was silent for a while. When the hall became empty again, he looked at Wang Shun aside and asked, "Wang Shun, how long do you think I can live?"
Wang Shun's heart trembled when he heard this, and he quickly said: "Your Majesty, you are worrying too much. You will definitely live a long life."
"how could it be possible?"
Ying Jiuxiao shook his head and sighed: "I also want to live a long life, but it's a pity that the year never ends. These days, I often feel low on energy, and even in the middle of the night, I always dream about my father and ancestors. "
"My body is getting worse and worse. Even if I take care of my body in various ways, it is difficult to stabilize it."
"You have been by my side and are familiar with my real physical condition. Honestly, how long can I probably live?"
"I need clear results."
Ying Jiuxiao's eyes were sharp, scorching, and frighteningly bright, and he said: "I was sick back then. Thanks to Lin Feng's rescue, I was dragged back from the gate of hell. I can live for so many more years and see the Qin Kingdom prosper. , My life has been worth it. It’s just that there are still many things I haven’t arranged properly here, and I need to have enough time to make arrangements.”
After saying it in one breath, Ying Jiuxiao's breathing became a little short.
cough! cough!
Ying Jiuxiao coughed again.
The violent cough made Ying Jiuxiao's old cheeks turn flushed.
puff!
A mouthful of blood spat out from Zi Ying Jiuxiao's mouth.
Blood stains were scattered on the desk, and some even splattered on the clothes.
After Ying Jiuxiao vomited blood, his condition deteriorated even more. His face was very pale, his breathing was slightly short, and his expression was even more depressed.
"Your Majesty, this old slave has arranged for someone to call the imperial doctor."
After Wang Shun saw it, he quickly prepared to call someone to inform him.
"Wait!"
Ying Jiuxiao gave the order directly.
Wang Shun looked anxious. He had been following Ying Jiuxiao for decades. So when Wang Shun saw Ying Jiuxiao's condition, he felt extremely sad and worried about Ying Jiuxiao's physical condition.
Wang Shun said quickly: "Your Majesty, your health is urgent."
Ying Jiuxiao wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, looked at the blood stains on the desk, shook his head and said: "Everyone will die after all, what is there to be afraid of? What's more, my body is not sick for a day or two. It's just the beginning of autumn. , winter is coming, and old problems are coming back.”
"Today's Qin State is stronger than ever. We destroyed Xia State and defeated Qi State. Even if I die now, I can still rest in peace. When I go underground, I will be able to explain to my ancestors of Great Qin when I see them. .”
"I have nothing to worry about."
"This condition will be fine for a while, so you don't need to make a fuss. I'm asking about your physical condition, just hoping to understand the situation."
Ying Jiuxiao was very free and easy. Although he was in a sluggish state, he cheered up and said again: "You said that if I go and the prince ascends the throne, can I stabilize the government?"
Wang Shun said: "Your Majesty, you have no problem."
Ying Jiuxiao glared at Wang Shun and scolded: "I asked you about my physical condition, you old man, you are pretending to be stupid for me. I asked you whether the crown prince's succession to the throne can stabilize the government, but you still have to look at the left and right. Talk to him."
Wang Shun stood aside quietly without interrupting.
His status in the palace is very transcendent. After he became a grand master, his status as a martial arts grand master was very different. Even, he no longer needs to personally serve Ying Jiuxiao, Wang Shun still stays by Ying Jiuxiao's side.
Ying Jiuxiao said in a deep voice: "My physical condition cannot be spread out. In addition, the prince and Lin Feng are going back to the court. You send a message to summon Wang Tang and Zhang Yi to discuss matters."
"Here!!"
Wang Shun quickly made arrangements.
Ying Jiuxiao changed into the dragon robe and crown clothes again, and the desk was also cleaned up.
After a short time, Wang Tang and Zhang Yi entered hand in hand. They bowed and saluted, "Your Majesty."
"Give me a seat!"
Ying Jiuxiao ordered.
When Wang Tang and Zhang Yi sat down, Ying Jiuxiao asked directly: "The reason why I invited you here is that I have just received news from the crown prince that the front line has once again won a great victory. Lin Feng, who destroyed Qi State here, Emperor Tian He."
Ying Jiuxiao explained the situation of the war and talked about Qi's repeated defeats. After all the situation was explained, Ying Jiuxiao said: "Lin Feng and the prince are about to return to the court. How do you think they should be rewarded? I have always made clear rewards and punishments. I have always punished my mistakes and rewarded my merits. If I don't make rewards and punishments clear, I'm afraid it won't be convincing. Everyone."
Zhang Yi turned his eyes and said slowly: "Your Majesty, officers and soldiers in the army who have made meritorious deeds will naturally be rewarded. Those who deserve the title of marquis, and those who deserve the promotion of the title. But here, the Duke of Zhen will give awards. It can only be a title of king, after all, it is already a dukedom. This is the current problem. "
Wang Tang nodded and agreed: "Your Majesty, I also think that the arrangements made by the Duke are not very easy to reward. Once you are promoted to the king now, there will be no reward. And in the history of our Qin Kingdom, there has never been a king with a different surname. In the future, , how should I reward you?"
Ying Jiuxiao said slowly: "What do you think is the most appropriate thing to do with this arrangement? If we don't award the reward, it will chill the blood of the heroes and make the soldiers feel cold."
Zhang Yi and Wang Tang looked at each other.
For a while, the two of them had no idea. After all, Lin Feng's reward was not easy to deal with.
Wang Tang was silent for a long time, and then suddenly said: "Your Majesty, it is difficult to arrange for the Duke of Zhen. The old minister thinks that we can change the idea and reward the sons of Duke Zhen. All the two sons of Duke Zhen will be knighted. Granted the title of Viscount.”
Zhang Yi's eyes lit up and he said approvingly: "Your Majesty, I agree with Wang Shangshu's analysis. The Duke of Zhen Guo is full of princes. That is a reward from the court and the attention of His Majesty. In this way, I will not be indebted to Duke Zhen Guo."
Ying Jiuxiao shook his head and said: "Such a reward is far from enough. If it were just like this, who among the thousands of soldiers in the army would be convinced?"
Wang Tang rolled his eyes.
He immediately understood that the emperor wanted to further commend Lin Feng, otherwise it would not be like this.
But, how will the emperor reward him?
Wang Tang thought quickly and looked at Ying Jiuxiao again. He suddenly thought that Lin Feng today had never been an official, but was outside the officialdom. Now that the emperor mentioned these, is he trying to get Lin Feng into officialdom?
Wang Tang's thought arose, and countless thoughts immediately emerged in his mind.
He was even more sure of what he was thinking.
This is most likely the case.
The emperor wanted to cultivate Lin Feng and make him work in the court. The emperor's arrangement was to pave the way for Lin Feng in advance. Moreover, Lin Feng once served as a local official and led the army to victory one after another. With such a great victory, it was logical to arrange Lin Feng's official position.
