After Feng Renji washed up and had something to eat, he was taken to see Ying Zheng by a servant from Fushi City.
While on the road, the servant looked around, looking impatient.
Feng Renji couldn't help but ask: "What's wrong with you?"
The servant sighed: "Your Majesty has given an order. People can leave Shangjun at will today. As long as we run faster than the order, we can leave far away. But now... Well, if we are delayed here, you may not be able to leave. ”
Feng Renji: "..."
He wanted to kindly let this servant go first, but Feng Renji himself was a criminal, how could he dare to take the initiative? I could only look at the servant sympathetically and bless him in my heart.
Both of them quickened their pace and saw Ying Zheng.
There were several important ministers around, and the expressions on everyone's faces were not relaxed.
After all... the people in Shangjun fled one after another, which is quite embarrassing to talk about.
Even if some people take an attitude of gloating about others' misfortunes, it's hard to show it at this time. They all have a grim face and endure it very hard.
Ying Zheng nodded to Feng Renji and said, "Sit down."
Feng Renji sat down.
Ying Zheng waved to the servant again, meaning that he had nothing to do here and he could leave.
The servant turned around and ran away like a rabbit.
The courtiers present were speechless.
Chunyu Yue sighed and said: "This shows the importance of etiquette and music education. Your Majesty is here, and this servant is in a panic. How can he behave like this?"
Hu Hai said nothing.
In this situation, he didn't know what to say.
Ying Zheng said to Feng Renji: "In Fushi City, more than 30% of the people have fled, close to 40%. You are right."
Feng Renji stood up in a panic, being submissive and not knowing what to say.
Ying Zheng sighed: "Riding your own life to give advice shows your loyalty and bravery. I will give you a thousand pieces of gold."
Feng Renji's hands and feet were shaking with excitement, and he still managed to say some modest words.
Ying Zheng looked at Hu Hai again and said calmly: "In the past, when the world was in chaos, our country, the Qin Dynasty, wanted to annex the six kingdoms. Therefore, we had to impose severe punishments and laws to tap the power of the people. It is said that in troubled times, heavy laws are used. At that time, the power of the people of the Qin Dynasty was almost at its limit. .”
"Now that the country is unified, the people enjoy peace. We must gradually slow down and rest with the people. Of course, Legalism is the foundation. This cannot be lost, nor can it be suddenly allowed to let the people do their own thing."
"You were in Shangjun, and your intention was good, but the punishment was too hasty, and it backfired."
Hu Hai bowed and said, "Yes, this is what my father taught me."
Then, he stood up and saluted Feng Renji: "Master Feng did a good job in impeachment, Hu Hai is very grateful."
Feng Renji saluted quickly.
Li Si and Wang Wan looked at each other, feeling a little emotional in their hearts: Mr. Hu Hai is really a good person. In the blink of an eye, he turned an embarrassing thing into an humbly accepting advice, thereby gaining His Majesty's favor.
What a scheming person.
When Li Si and Wang Wan were sighing in admiration, the servant who was serving the wine suddenly put the wine glass next to him, lay on the ground, and said sobbingly: "Your Majesty, your Majesty, please spare your life."
Ying Zheng was stunned and asked the servant: "Spare my life?"
The servant said: "The villain is from the Fu Shi family. Today, His Majesty has given an order and you can move to other places freely. The villain... The villain wants to leave Shangjun, but today I happen to catch up with the villain who is on duty and wants to be here. Serving all the adults at the banquet, I really can’t get away from it...but after today, I will never have another chance."
Hu Hai: "..."
His teeth are about to be broken. This guy really deserves to die.
Hu Hai took a deep breath and said to the servant in a friendly manner: "Don't worry, the previous government decrees made by my master are indeed a bit harsh. They will be changed tomorrow, so you don't need to worry too much."
The servant repeatedly said yes, and then continued to look at Ying Zheng with a pleading look on his face.
Obviously, he was completely frightened by Hu Hai and didn't want to stay here for a second.
Ying Zheng sighed and said, "That's it, let's go."
The servant bowed to Ying Zheng gratefully and then ran away as fast as he could.
Ying Zheng stood up, looked at everyone, and said a little tiredly: "I'm tired, please leave."
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That night, Ying Zheng stayed in Hu Hai's Fushi City.
All officials also rested in the guest rooms arranged by Hu Hai.
To be honest, although Hu Hai's food is not great, the guest rooms are top-notch. The utensils and bedding in the room are all very gorgeous.
Wang Wan was lying on the low couch, settling accounts with her eyes closed.
Now Zhou Gui is still selling medals in Xianyang City. These medals are not easy to sell. Although the courtiers didn't say anything, they were all waiting for Wang Wan to pay back the money.
Wang Wan was at a loss when she thought of paying back the money.
There is a piece of land outside Xianyang City, which is worth some money. But the dignified prime minister actually wants to sell land to pay off debts. How unbecoming is this?
Just as Wang Wan was thinking about this, he suddenly heard a gentle knock on the door from outside.
Wang Wan asked: "Who is it?"
When asked this question, Wang Wan was a little unhappy. There should be someone keeping vigil outside his room. Could it be said that the night watchman also fled to another place?
At this time, the person outside whispered: "Prime Minister, it's me, Hu Hai. Prime Minister, don't be surprised, I didn't let the gatekeeper make a sound."
As soon as Wang Wan heard this voice, he quickly stood up from the low couch and said, "It turns out to be Mr. Hu Hai, please come in quickly."
Hu Hai came in, the two of them lit oil lamps and sat opposite each other.
Hu Hai sighed and said to Wang Wan: "I originally wanted to make some achievements in Shangjun, but I didn't expect...it actually caused public resentment. My father must be extremely disappointed."
Wang Wan smiled slightly and said to Hu Hai: "Why do you say this, Master? In my opinion, Master has the greatest chance of winning."
Hu Hai's eyes lit up: "How do you say this?"
Wang Wan smiled and said: "How old is the young master? How much experience does the young master have in governing a county? It is normal to make mistakes. If there are no mistakes, it will appear that someone has secretly given guidance. That is tantamount to deceiving Your Majesty."
Hu Hai was stunned for a moment, nodded and said, "There is some truth to this."
Wang Wan added: "Young Master, what do you think your Majesty is testing in this test?"
Hu Hai said: "Of course we are testing our three brothers to see who has the most talent in governing the country."
Wang Wan shook his head: "No."
"The three young masters, except for the eldest Mr. Fusu, are all young. Even Mr. Fusu has no such experience. Therefore, it is not your majesty's purpose to test the talents of governing the country."
"To govern a country, one relies on experience, and the other relies on people's assistance."
"If a certain prince becomes the emperor, can he care about the scholars, farmers, industry and commerce in every detail? No, the emperor has to make important decisions, and for the details, there are prime ministers, nine ministers, county guards, and county magistrates."
Hu Hai nodded as if he understood, and then said in confusion: "If that's the case, then why did your father let us be the county guards?"
Wang Wan smiled and said: "This is the brilliance of His Majesty. What he really wants to test against you is your attitude."
"Your Majesty will become an immortal in the future, and the position of Emperor of the Qin Dynasty will be inherited by one of you. What your Majesty is most worried about is that the person will leave and the government will cease. The last thing you want to see is that the next emperor will deny your Majesty's power. Various government orders.”
Wang Wan said to Hu Hai: "Young Master has done a good job. Only Young Master can govern a county with Legalism, which is exactly what your Majesty wishes."
"From today on, His Majesty will know. If the throne is handed over to you in the future, he can rest assured that you will not change the emperor's various decrees."
Hu Hai's eyes became brighter and brighter: "No wonder, no wonder my father has such a good attitude towards me today."
Wang Wan smiled and nodded: "Although the young master made some mistakes, Your Majesty knows that as long as the young master is older, these mistakes can be avoided."
"Especially the young master actually thanked Feng Renji. This is a very clever move. He humbly accepts advice, which impressed your majesty deeply. This is the behavior of a wise king."
Hu Hai cheered: "So, I did a good job this time?"
Wang Wan said: "Of course it's very good. If nothing else happens, the young master's status will be improved a lot after he returns."
Hu Hai solemnly bowed to Wang Wan: "Thanks to the Prime Minister's good words, if this is true, Hu Hai will be grateful."
Wang Wan nodded.
He is actually thinking about it too. If Hu Hai can really succeed, it would be a good idea to bet on him seriously.
The two people were discussing this point when they suddenly heard a burst of shouting outside.
Wang Wan was shocked and shouted: "What's the matter?"
A servant outside said tremblingly: "It's not good. There are rebels coming in."
Wang Wan suddenly became anxious: "Why are there rebels?"
The servant said: "It is said that they are some low-level Guizhou leaders who are dissatisfied with the decree of Young Master Hu Hai, so they gathered in the mountains and forests. These thieves are really stupid. They didn't know that His Majesty was here today, and they had the courage to break in with the intention of burning, killing and looting."
Hu Hai immediately wanted to faint.
When they hurried out and rushed to the scene of the accident, they found that everyone had arrived.
Ying Zheng sat in the car with his face submerged in the water. There were thousands of elite soldiers guarding him. He couldn't be safer.
There are thousands of elite soldiers who are cleaning the battlefield. Those rebel thieves have been wiped out in one fell swoop.
Ying Zheng looked at Hu Hai who had hurriedly arrived, sighed, and said: "Don't stay in Fushi City any longer. Come back to Xianyang with me. I will let the prime minister choose a suitable person to serve as the county guard and clean up the city." Endgame.”
Hu Hai responded with a grimace.
After Ying Zheng returned, Hu Hai asked Wang Wan: "Prime Minister, are you disappointed in me now?"
Wang Wan comforted him and said, "Don't worry, young master, rebels will happen from time to time. It's not a big deal."
Hu Hai said oh, and then went back dejectedly.
Wang Wan looked at Hu Hai's back and thought: My dear, you actually forced the Guizhou leaders to rebel? Young Master Hu Hai's tyranny is more fierce than that of a tiger. I'd better wait and see, lest he ruin my reputation for the rest of my life.
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Early the next morning, after Ying Zheng had breakfast, he couldn't wait to leave and rush to Beidi County.
Hu Hai and Fusu followed behind, looking at each other in silence.
Don't blame anyone now, everyone is not doing very well.
However, when Fusu looked at Hu Hai, he still had some pity in his heart: I just lost a few thousand households, but my administration was too loose, and it was not a big deal. My little brother is so unlucky that even rebels have been forced out. Poor, poor.
Hu Hai looked at Fusu and felt at ease in his heart: Although my eldest brother is a kind man, he has not made any big troubles in his administration. But... what you did was not what the father wanted after all. You will not get this position of prince after all, pitiful, pitiful.
The two of them were silent all the way, and then approached Beidi County.
Before everyone entered Beidi County, they saw from a distance that there was a wide official road there.
It is straight and smooth, even better than the official way built by Hu Hai.
When everyone stepped onto the official road and was about to enter Beidi County, they were actually stopped by two petty officials.
The clerk counted the numbers before and after, and then said: "You guys have brought a hundred cars. According to the rules, one hundred cars cost ten yuan, which is a thousand yuan in total. Please pay."
Half of the courtiers were suppressing laughter. The other half were watching Li Shui's jokes.
Chunyu Yue sighed: "What a good disciple from the Banished Immortal Cult."
Li Shui said aggrievedly: "This is not what I taught you."
Chunyu Yue chuckled: "You have to pay money to enter the Shangjun Villa where you were banished to the immortal. You have to pay money to enter the Beidi County of Master Fu Yao. Isn't this exactly the same?"
At this time, Ying Zheng's bodyguard stepped forward and looked at the two clerks with a cold expression: "Do you know whose car this is?"
The clerk said: "I don't know. But Mr. Fu Yao has ordered that even if you drive the emperor's car, you must pay for it. Otherwise, if you break the rules, no one will pay for it."
Ying Zheng said to the young eunuch beside him: "Ask him why he charges a fee and if he can explain the reason. If he can explain it, that's fine. If he can't explain it, he will be tied up."
The young eunuch responded, walked over quickly, and asked the two young officials in a low voice: "Why are you charging here? Can you explain it?"
At this time, the two clerks also realized that the person coming this time was definitely extraordinary.
However, the two of them still said bravely: "This road was built by merchants who raised funds and did not cost the court a penny. Master Fu Yao agreed to them. After the road is completed, every car passing by will have to pay a toll." All the money collected will be given to these businessmen.”
"When they make 30% of the profit, this road will be free."
"We are small officials who help merchants collect fees. We wear official clothes, so the money we collect is supervised by the court. As long as the merchants are given enough money, this road will not No more charges.”
The young eunuch quickly went back and reported to Ying Zheng.
What Ying Zheng heard was very strange: "It didn't cost the court a penny? But who is willing to take a tolled road? Won't these businessmen lose money?"
The young eunuch immediately went to ask the two young officials with questions.
The clerk said: "It's very simple. The young master said that pedestrians don't have to pay, but horse-drawn carriages and ox-carts need to pay. Just because ox-carts and carriages are merchants' vehicles, these merchants have quite a lot of money and don't care about paying."
"And this flat official road is easier to walk than other roads. It can save them a lot of time. The time saved is a lot less for people to eat and horses to eat. It also allows them to transport goods a few more times. , enough for them to earn back the tolls they paid.”
I was a magician in the Qin Dynasty
