In the next few days, Ying Zheng was quite busy in addition to visiting King Wu's Tomb every day, studying alchemy, and taking care of the maple leaves.
On this day, Ying Zheng was about to go to the backyard to practice alchemy. Zhao Gao walked into the study from the outside and said with cupped hands: "Your Majesty, Zheng Guo is back and is waiting for the summons with Lord Changping outside."
"Oh?" Ying Zheng was slightly startled and then said, "Please come quickly."
Zhao Gao responded and immediately went out.
When Lord Changping and Zheng Guo entered the door, they both bowed respectfully.
Ying Zheng looked at the seats with a smile, personally made a cup of hot tea for the two of them, and handed it to them respectively.
"Master Zheng, you have worked hard all the way. How was the effect of this trip?" Ying Zheng asked straight to the point.
"Go back to the king." Zheng Guo said with cupped hands, "Han Fei seemed to have some scruples, so he didn't want to come in person. He only revised all the canal construction plans for us."
"Well, it's to be expected that he won't come." Ying Zheng said, "What about the pattern? Can it be used?"
"Yes!" Zheng Guo answered simply, "Han Fei is indeed a talented person. Although he did not come here in person, he modified the drawings accurately and more accurately than I, a person who specializes in water conservancy, and did it more accurately. During discussions with him, some difficult problems were solved.”
"So, the canals can continue to be built?" Ying Zheng asked.
"Yeah!" Zheng Guo nodded and said, "There won't be any problems this time."
"Haha, that's good." Ying Zheng said happily, "It seems that Han Fei is indeed a rare talent. It's just a pity that we can't invite him here."
"Han Fei is indeed talented. If the king can find him to help the Qin Dynasty, it will be a blessing for the temple." Zheng Guo said.
Ying Zheng sighed softly and said, "I'm afraid everyone has their own ambitions. Let's wait and see. Li Si said before that he wanted to go to South Korea. After all, they have been classmates for many years."
"It would be great if Li Si could persuade him to come over," Changping-kun said.
Ying Zheng nodded and said, "How about I call Li Si over and let's discuss this matter together."
"Okay." Chang Pingjun and Zheng Guo responded at the same time.
Ying Zheng ordered Zhao Gao to summon Li Si.
"Master Zheng, tell me about Han Fei's situation in South Korea." Li Si said after sitting down.
Zheng Guo cleared his throat and said: "As a Korean prince, Han Fei's words are quite important in Korean temples. However, the official position given to him by the King of Han is not high. All court affairs in Korea are It is controlled by the Prime Minister Zhang Ping, but Han Fei has a very good relationship with Zhang Ping, but he doesn't care much about these things."
"They have a good relationship?" Ying Zheng asked, "How good is it?"
"You can consider him a confidant," Zheng Guo said. "Although Han Fei is talented, he has a slightly weird personality and stutters, so he has almost no friends. He only has a good relationship with Zhang Ping."
"Indeed." Li Si said, "When he and I were under Xunzi's school, he was a little isolated. His classmates didn't discuss knowledge with him very much. But the more such a person, once he regards you as a confidant, he will never look back. The earth is good to you."
"It seems that Zhang Ping has become a weakness of Han Fei." Ying Zheng said with narrowed eyes, "Who is Zhang Ping and who is in his family?"
"Go back to the king." Zheng Guo said with cupped hands, "Zhang Ping's father, named Kaifangdi, was the previous prime minister of South Korea and assisted the three kings of Han. Up to now, the father and son have assisted the king of Han. The Zhang family has a very high status in South Korea, and it can be said that they have all the power in the country."
"Unfortunately, Zhang Ping's first wife was never pregnant. It was not until six years ago that a concubine gave birth to a young son for Zhang Ping, named Zhang Liang."
"Although Zhang Liang is young, he is extremely smart and is very popular with Han Fei. I know Han Fei very well. If we do something unjust, he would rather die than submit."
Ying Zheng thought for a while and said, "Well, let's not consider starting with Zhang Ping for now, but sir, do you have any good ideas?"
"King Han." Li Si said directly
He said, "When I traveled around the world, I once talked with King Han. Although I didn't have much contact with him, I am very sure that King Han is a narrow-minded and vain person."
Zheng Guoyou sighed, the past flashed through his mind, and he said in a deep voice: "It is undeniable that King Han is indeed like this. Even when I went back this time, he even humiliated me."
"Hmph!" Ying Zheng said coldly, "You risked your life to protect the peace of South Korea, but now he treats you like this. It seems that South Korea will not improve again."
"Yes." Zheng Guo said with emotion, "After all this time, I have given up on South Korea. Haha, come to think of it, my Zheng family is originally from Zheng Guo's family. Why should I bow my head to the person who destroyed the country?"
Speaking of this, a cold light flashed in Zheng Guo's eyes.
"That's right." Ying Zheng said, "I hereby promise you that as long as you care about the Qin Dynasty and are loyal to me, I will definitely let you show your talents, and this canal will be officially named Zheng Guo Canal!"
Zheng Guo's eyes trembled, and he quickly knelt down and said, "I thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace!"
Last time, Zheng Guo was forced to have no choice but this time, he completely surrendered.
"Haha, please get up quickly." Ying Zheng smiled and helped Zheng Guo up and said, "Having been in Qin for so long, you should also know that only the Great Qin in the world is the best stage for talents."
"Hahaha, what the king said is true." Changping Jun said with a smile, "I am also a son of the Chu Kingdom, but I really feel that I can only display my talents in the Qin Kingdom."
Lord Changping's original intention was to use himself as an example to persuade Zheng Guo to concentrate on serving Qin, but he did not want to inadvertently touch Ying Zheng's thoughts.
However, this touch only passed by in a flash. Ying Zheng didn't think too much about it. He looked at Zheng Guo again and said, "Do you have anything else to add to Han Fei?"
Zheng Guo thought for a while and then said: "There is nothing much to say about Han Fei. However, on the way to Xinzheng, Wei Chen once stayed in Luoyi and had a pleasant talk with Zhuge Teng, the governor of the county. During the banquet, During this period, he repeatedly asked about the current situation of our Great Qin."
"Oh?" Ying Zheng asked with interest, "What did he find out?"
"He asked about the king's character and the current situation of the people." Zheng Guo said, "Furthermore, he also said that the current remnants of the Zhou Dynasty are more grateful to the Qin Dynasty than they hate it."
"He really said that?" Ying Zheng asked in surprise.
"Yeah." Zheng Guo nodded firmly.
"Haha, it seems that Zhuge Teng is already making plans for Luoyi's future." Li Si said with a smile.
"Sir, what you mean is..." Ying Zheng paused and said, "He has the intention to change his title and flag?"
Li Si nodded slightly.
Zheng Guo then said: "In fact, the ministers are aware of this, so they mentioned it. If the king can recruit Zhuge Teng to his subordinates, then Luoyi will naturally be within easy reach."
Ying Zheng breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Yes, it's time to make some compensation to Luo Yi."
For Luoyi, Ying Zheng always felt a trace of guilt in his heart. Although the Eastern Zhou Dynasty did not die in his hands, it was still inseparable from him.
"Your Majesty," Li Si said, "I'll leave this matter to Wei Chen. Before I go to Xinzheng, I can go to Luoyi to find out what's true. If Zhuge Teng really wants to surrender, maybe he can help Han Fei. , he can also help."
"Okay, then Mr. Lao, let's go to South Korea for a trip." Ying Zheng said, "How many manpower do you think we will need for this trip?"
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Si smiled and shook his head, and said: "Haha, one minister is enough. Without a single soldier, we prepare today and can set off tomorrow."
"Well, that's settled then. I'm looking forward to the good news from you sir!" Ying Zheng said with his hands raised to Li Si.
Li Si also returned the favor.
South Korea is the country closest to Qin and the weakest among the Seven Heroes.
The route and sequence of annihilation analyzed by Li Si before also started with South Korea.
But according to Ji Fa's plan, Li Kai
There are still eight years of training for the war of annihilation. During this period, Ying Zheng really does not want to go to war with other countries.
However, it does not mean that the power of the enemy country cannot be disintegrated without resorting to aggressive warfare.
The reason why Ying Zheng is so concerned about Han Fei is that he wants South Korea to lose a think tank first. Regardless of whether Han Fei can serve the Qin Dynasty in the end, King Han will lose an arm by his side.
Now it seems that if Zhuge Teng surrenders again, Korea will be completely in chaos.
Early the next morning, Li Si mounted his horse, bid farewell to Ying Zheng, and embarked on the official road to South Korea alone.
Going all the way east, crossing Hangu Pass, Li Si entered the territory of South Korea.
When entering the west gate of Luoyi, Li Si handed over his ultimatum to the sergeant guarding the city.
The sergeant guarding the city glanced at it, frowned, and then handed the document to a commander not far behind him.
The captain glanced at the document, then walked up to Li Si and said respectfully, "Excuse me, are you the envoy from Great Qin?"
"Exactly." Li Si responded respectfully.
The captain cupped his hands and said, "The governor has an order. Anyone from Qin who passes through this place is a distinguished guest. Your Excellency, as an envoy, is the most distinguished guest among the distinguished guests. I also ask the envoy to accompany you to the post first." Wait until the ultimatum is sent to the county government before setting off."
The captain's attitude and words have proved some problems to a certain extent.
Li Si bowed his hands and returned the greeting: "Then please ask the captain to send someone to lead the way."
"No, I will personally escort you there." The captain stepped aside to get out of the way, "Please!"
The sergeant next to him took Li Si's reins, and the captain led the way, leading Li Si into the post.
Li Si rested for a while in the hotel when he suddenly heard the sound of horse hooves outside, followed by some noisy footsteps approaching from far away.
Dangdang...
There was a knock on the door, and Li Si stepped forward and opened the door.
Appearing at the door was a young man dressed as a deputy general.
"Excuse me, are you Li Si, the envoy of Qin?" the visitor asked.
"That's right." Li Si nodded lightly.
The visitor bowed his hands and saluted: "I have met the envoy of Qin, and my county governor heard that your envoy was on an envoy to Korea and passed through Luoyi, so I am hereby sent to pick you up and go to the county for a briefing."
"Well, okay." Li Si raised his hand and signaled, "Let's go."
"Please, my lord."
Li Si followed the deputy general to Luoyi County Mansion.
Before they even reached the gate of the mansion, they saw a group of people standing guard outside the gate. The leader was a tall man with a square face and slightly dark skin. He was wearing the uniform of a county guard in the Korean official system.
"Hahaha……"
The leader laughed loudly and said loudly: "Zhuge Teng, the governor of Luoyi County, has heard of Mr. Li's reputation for a long time, so he is waiting here to greet you."
This person is none other than Zhuge Teng, the internal historian of the Great Zhou Dynasty and now the governor of Luoyi.
When the words fell to the ground, Li Si had already walked up to Zhuge Teng. He looked at Zhuge Teng, raised his hands and saluted: "Li Si, the Great Qin Tingwei, pays homage to Lord Zhuge."
"Haha, I am honored to be honored by Mr. Li." Zhuge Teng returned the greeting, "Please tell me, please!"
"Haha, if that's the case, then Li Si will bother you."
After saying that, Li Si walked into the gate of Luoyi County Mansion calmly.
