As Fan Yuqi was escorted back to Xianyang City, the Chengyu Rebellion case officially kicked off. How to deal with the rebels, the people involved in the case, etc. all need to come up with a safe disposal plan. Therefore, Qin's important ministers They all gathered in Zhangtai Palace to discuss the matter together.
The leader was naturally a group of powerful officials headed by Lu Buwei, and Lord Changping, Lord Changwen, Lord Yangquan and others were naturally among them.
Ying Zheng, wearing a black royal robe, sat high on the throne, while Queen Mother Zhao Ji listened to the government behind the curtain.
All the current rulers of Qin State are present.
Ying Zheng lowered his eyes and looked down at the ministers below with an indifferent expression. He took the lead in breaking the oppressive and dull atmosphere in the palace and said slowly: "The Lord of Chang'an died as a dragon, and all the rebels surrendered. Now it's time to Do you have any ideas on how to deal with them?"
"I believe that this matter should be severely punished to serve as a warning to others!"
Lu Buwei's arms were slightly lowered, and his wrinkled old face showed no expression, as if he was stating a fact: "According to Qin law, anyone involved in this case must be executed."
"According to what Xiangguo said, all the soldiers and officers involved in this case will be beheaded?"
Ying Zheng's eyes were slightly focused, staring at Lu Buwei, and said in a deep voice.
Lu Buwei's expression remained unchanged and he nodded in response: "That's what I mean. This Chang'an Lord's rebellion has actually inspired nearly 100,000 people. If it is not dealt with with thunderous means, it will definitely damage the majesty of the king. In the future, brothers and sisters may even Imitate him.”
As his words fell, all the officials around him remained silent, and no one stepped forward to object.
Ying Zheng saw all this in his eyes, and the palms hidden in his sleeves clenched tightly involuntarily, his face darkened, and he said in a solemn voice, "What if there is another hidden secret in this matter?"
"Anything else to hide?"
Lu Buwei's eyes moved slightly, with a look of surprise on his face. He looked at Ying Zheng and asked, "Could it be that the king personally interrogated Fan Yuqi yesterday and what did he find out?"
"Prince Cheng Xi gave Fan Yuqi a letter in which he fully explained the ins and outs of this incident. He confessed to his rebellion against the Qin Dynasty. However, the incident was not caused by him alone. He himself also Under the influence of a letter, this letter appeared very strangely and was actually delivered to the coach's camp without anyone noticing.
The content on it was even more unbearable and completely different from that message. After that, Cheng Xi was assassinated. "
Ying Zheng said in a low voice: "The assassin did something to Cheng Xi before he died, causing him to suffer a temporary mental disorder, which is why this rebellion started!"
There was a pause.
He continued with a stern expression: "In the final analysis, Chang'an Juncheng is also a victim of this incident!"
A terrifying light flashed in Lu Buwei's eyes. He frowned and glanced at the ministers present indifferently. He guessed in his mind the source of the letter. He could send the letter to Chengdu without anyone noticing. In the hands of Xi, this person must be in a high position in Qin and have power in the army.
He didn't expect that there were other people hidden behind this matter. Now that the truth was revealed, things that were originally unreasonable instantly became reasonable.
No wonder Jun Chengyu of Chang'an would rashly launch this rebellion. It all came from a coincidence.
Sure enough, it's trouble... Chang Pingjun paused in his heart, but there was a look of surprise on his face. He looked at Ying Zheng in confusion, as if he had no idea about the matter. He immediately stepped forward angrily, raised his hands and said, "There is such an inside story. ! I believe that this matter should be investigated strictly. Compared with this rebellion, this letter and this assassination need to find an answer.…
Chang'an Jun Chengyu is my young master of the Qin Dynasty.
A dignified son of a country was actually plotted against, and he lost his life without telling the truth. He also made Qin the laughing stock of the six countries. This matter must be investigated to the end to find out who Xiaoxiao did it! "
He spoke with righteous indignation, and it was extremely rare for him to show a hint of indignation on his face, as if he had been insulted.
There is a saying.
If you want to deceive others, you must first deceive yourself.
At this moment, Chang Pingjun felt that he was an innocent person. As the elder of Chenglong, he had the obligation to seek justice for his junior!
Lu Buwei looked at Changping who jumped out.
Jun, did not open his mouth to refute.
Because he was also curious about who wrote the letter and what the other party wanted to do?
The reason he killed Cheng Xi was because the opponent stretched his hand too far and had evil thoughts about military power. He had to use this to teach Ying Zheng a lesson!
The other party's letter drew Cheng Yu to the opposite side of Ying Zheng. If he hadn't killed Cheng Yu this time, perhaps Cheng Yu would have turned into an uncertain factor and brought trouble to Ying Zheng and even Qin in the future. Annoying, by then, it may not be comparable to the current rebellion.
"I mean the same thing. There is such a person with ulterior motives hidden in the Qin Kingdom. We must investigate!"
Ying Zheng nodded in agreement, then looked at Lu Buwei and asked, "What do you think, Prime Minister?"
Lu Buwei withdrew his gaze, paused, and said slowly: "Of course we need to investigate, but the scope of this matter is too wide. Even if we investigate, there will be no results for a while. In contrast, how to deal with the rebels is the first priority. The problem is, their guilt cannot be absolved by just saying they have inside information!"
"Everything happens for a reason. How can we generalize it?"
Ying Zheng frowned and said in a deep voice: "Chang'an Jun Chengyu has already paid with his life for this. If he beheads tens of thousands more... doesn't the Prime Minister think it's too much?"
He didn't want to continue killing, especially since Cheng Yu explained everything in the letter, which made him no longer have such murderous intentions towards Fan Yuqi and others.
"This little loss will cost Qin a lot!"
Lu Buwei said indifferently.
Ying Zheng's face was solemn. He had not yet been crowned as the official ruler, and he could not stand up to Lu Buwei. After all, there were too few people behind him. Now that Chang'an Jun has disappeared, there is not even a single person who can speak for him in this court. All gone, he couldn't help but look at his mother beside him.
At this moment, Lord Changping spoke again: "I also feel that this matter should end here!"
"What do you mean, Mr. Changping?"
Lu Buwei looked at Lord Changping with both eyes, and his tone became a little more serious.
Lord Changping had the support of the Queen Mother Huayang in the Qin State, and was surrounded by Chu forces. He was deeply rooted in the Qin State and had considerable power.
"What Mr. Xiangguo said is reasonable. Although the Qin State has suffered this loss, there is a reason for the incident of Lord Chang'an after all. It was calculated by Xiaoxiao's disciples. Fan Yuqi and others were even more involved in this matter. If Killing them all seemed to have maintained the king's prestige, but in fact he fell into the trap of others and reduced Qin's national power.
Besides, once they are all killed, how can the matter be investigated? "
Lord Changping first affirmed Lu Buwei's words, and then expressed his own thoughts, as if he was thinking about Qin, making it impossible to find any fault. ….
He said seriously: "This matter must be investigated to the end and give an explanation to Lord Chang'an!"
"What Mr. Changping said is reasonable, I agree with you!"
"I second the proposal!"
As Mr. Changping took the lead, five or six people came out one after another behind him to stand in line for Mr. Changping.
When Ying Zheng saw this scene, he suddenly became more confident and said in a deep voice: "In this case, the matter ends here. Fan Yuqi and others will cut off all their titles, maintain their positions, and serve for their crimes. As for the letter The origin of the incident and the assassination will be investigated by Lord Changping."
"I accept the decree!"
Lord Changping responded with his hands raised.
Lu Buwei didn't object. He looked at Mr. Changping and was curious whether Mr. Changping wanted to jump out and have an arm wrestling match with him.
at this time.
Queen Mother Zhao Ji, who had been silent all this time, suddenly spoke, "The Ai family wants to reward Young Master Jia as a Marquis of Changxin, and grant it to the land of Shanyang. Can you tell me about it when you happen to be here today?"
One word stirred up a thousand waves.
As Queen Mother Zhao Ji finished speaking, the atmosphere that had come to an end instantly solidified, and everyone looked at Zhao Ji in surprise.
She was surprised by what Zhao Ji said and wondered if her ears were hallucinating.
Even Ying Zheng blinked, looked at his mother in disbelief, and couldn't help but ask, "How could the queen have such an idea?"
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Zijia was a man of great learning and profound knowledge. What was more rare was that he was virtuous and upright, and could set an example for the world. In recent days, he had been accompanying the Aijia family, and the Aijia family felt more and more that this son was extraordinary. He was now a hostage in Qin, and the Aijia family could not bear it. He just buried it and had this idea. "
Zhao Ji gave an explanation in a calm tone, and at the same time, her charming phoenix eyes glanced at Lu Buwei, who looked stiff.
The reason is that it doesn't matter whether it is true or not. What is important is that she wants to earn an identity for her man, and it is no less than Lu Buwei's identity.
Lu Buwei and other merchants can be ranked as Chehou in the Qin State.
Why can't Zhao Jia? ! .
Xiao Lian Xueyue
