Hear the answer from the First Emperor.
Zhao Tuo trembled and sighed secretly in his heart.
The First Emperor's heart became increasingly arrogant.
Zhao Tuo did not object to the First Emperor's move to enshrine Zen, and even flattered him first, and took the initiative to join and propose. He just hoped that this matter could be delayed until the Yueshi were eliminated and the country was stabilized, which might only take a year or two.
But the First Emperor couldn't wait.
He couldn't even wait until the Yuezhi War was over.
Zhao Tuo was silent when he saw him.
The First Emperor said: "I heard that there were seventy-two families who were granted Zen status in ancient times. In ancient times, there was the Huai family who was granted the title of Zen in Mount Tai. Later, there were the Yan and Huang emperors, Zhuanxu, Yao, Shun, Yu, Tang, and even Zhou Dynasty emperors. In this room, King Cheng of Zhou also granted him the title of head of Mount Tai and Zen Society."
"The places of these ancient emperors were no more than a thousand miles away. Even the kings of the Zhou Dynasty were nothing more than the remnants of the annihilation of the Shang Dynasty by virtue of civil and martial arts. They were given the regent of Zhou Gongdan to pacify the three prisons. In addition, there were many princes in the world at that time. The foreign barbarians are threatening the Central Plains, and it is difficult for the king to carry out his orders in all directions. What achievements can a figure like King Cheng of Zhou have to say that he can be granted the title of Mount Tai!"
The First Emperor didn't bother to speak, and at the same time a look of pride appeared on his face.
He raised his chin and said loudly: "Martial Lord, you also know that my achievements in wiping out the barbarians under one roof are unmatched by the three emperors and five emperors in ancient times. I can say that I am the only one in history. I don't know how much better than King Cheng of Zhou." Times, these people can be granted Zen status and declare their fate to heaven, why can’t I still be granted Zen status?”
"Why wait until the Yueshi are wiped out? With my achievements now, I can already tell my fate to heaven! Lord Wu Gong, what do you think?"
What do I think?
What can i say.
Zhao Tuo was speechless. The First Emperor even compared the merits of those ancient emperors who granted Zen status with his own, especially focusing on King Zhou Cheng, in order to belittle others and praise himself. The meaning of the title of Zen was already confirmed.
If he said no, wouldn't it mean that the First Emperor could not even compare to King Zhou Cheng.
When the words reached this point, Zhao Tuo could only smile bitterly in his heart and said in agreement: "What your Majesty said is that your Majesty's merits are far superior to those of the previous emperors, and he is enough to be granted a Zen title as a memorial to heaven."
The First Emperor nodded with satisfaction.
He saw that Zhao Tuo's face was not very good, and after thinking about it for a moment, he thought that what Zhao Tuo just said might be that he wanted to wait until the Yuezhi was defeated, and then make him a Zen monk with greater achievements. It was also a good intention.
The First Emperor's expression softened, and he comforted Zhao Tuo: "Zhao Tuo, don't think that I am just impatient to seal the Zen, and cannot wait until the war is settled. In fact, this time I want to seal the Zen, in addition to telling the heavens about my merits. There are also things. Patrol the world and check the hometowns of the princes, so as to calm the people's hearts and frighten Xiaoxiao's plans."
Zhao Tuo raised his eyebrows and looked at the First Emperor.
"We, the Qin Dynasty, have conquered the world with military power and governed the world with Qin's laws. But as Wang Wu said at the court meeting before, the six eastern kingdoms have existed for a long time, and their people are loose and dissolute. In many places, people gather to resist the law and escape to the mountains. The land is occupied by thieves, but the government cannot reach it, and the counties and counties are in turmoil. If things go on like this, disasters will inevitably occur. Therefore, I want to patrol the east to control the four directions, and inspect the mountains, rivers, lakes and seas in various places to determine the country and the country."
The First Emperor gave Zhao Tuo a reason.
Zhao Tuo narrowed his eyes slightly.
There is some truth in what the First Emperor said.
After the unification of the Qin State, its rule in the hometown of the princes was not stable, and the society was still in turmoil. The emperor's desire to tour eastward to promote virtue and stabilize the world was a normal reason, and it was also in line with his previous routine.
Zhao Tuo remembered that after the Qin army destroyed the Zhao State, the First Emperor visited Handan in person. In addition to revenge on his former enemies, he also had the intention of frightening the Zhao people and stabilizing the Zhao State.
When Wang Jian destroyed Chu, he took his son Fusu to Huaiyang to inspect the Chu land and encourage the morale of the army.
Last year, the First Emperor even led his ministers to visit the west, offering sacrifices to all the Qin kings. At the same time, he inspected the western frontiers of Qin State, Anding and Longxi and other frontier fortresses.
Calculated in this way, after unification, it is normal for the First Emperor to have the idea of visiting the hometowns of the princes in the east and inspecting the eastern frontier of the Qin Dynasty.
In Zhao Tuo's view, the emperor sat on the throne of Xianyang and governed from the central government, which was out of touch with the lives of the people in the lower class of Guizhou. If we can learn about the implementation of various Qin policies such as unified currency and unified writing through the Eastern Tour, and understand the popularization of Qin laws, it may be possible to change the direction of the First Emperor's future governance.
Of course, these are just ideal situations.
Zhao Tuo stared at the First Emperor with some suspicion.
These words were clear and logical, elevating the eastward tour to a very important level.
But Zhao Tuo had also been a leader after all, and he was a little wary of relevant rhetoric. He had not forgotten that the real purpose of the First Emperor's eastward tour was to enshrine Zen!
As for patrolling the frontiers and stabilizing the hometowns of the princes, they will definitely do it, but mostly just incidentally.
However, as the superior person, the First Emperor patiently explained to you Zhao Tuo and gave you legitimate reasons. Zhao Tuo naturally would not be ignorant of praise.
Zhao Tuo saluted and said: "Your Majesty has foresight, and the eastward tour to Fengchan is indeed necessary."
He bit "Feng Chan" twice very hard.
Seeing that Zhao Tuo agreed with his opinion, the First Emperor didn't pay attention to these details and smiled happily.
He looked at Zhao Tuo's face, which was blown by the strong wind on the grassland and baked by the sun and became the color of wheat. He nodded and said: "You have worked hard for me these years to destroy the six countries and conquer the barbarians in the north."
Zhao Tuo shook his head and said: "It is the right thing for me to conquer for your majesty. Your majesty bestowed upon me the position of Lunhou, and also gave me an exceptional reward of six thousand households. I will remember this kindness in my heart, and there is no need to talk about hard work."
The First Emperor smiled, turned his head and said to the eunuch standing next to him: "Get my medicine."
medicine?
What medicine?
Zhao Tuo blinked in confusion and saw the eunuch responded, then walked to a wooden frame on the side of the hall, carefully removed a lacquer box from it, then bent over and presented it respectfully to Before the case of the First Emperor.
"Zhao Qing has fought for me on the battlefield and traveled thousands of miles north and south. He is our loyal friend of the Qin Dynasty. I have a good medicine here given by the alchemist. Although it is not the legendary elixir, it can also strengthen the muscles and bones and refresh the mind. I should share it with Zhao Qing. Let’s eat together.”
The First Emperor spoke boldly, and the number of strange medicines offered by the alchemists was limited. However, Zhao Tuo was his favorite son-in-law and a loyal minister of the Qin State. Naturally, he would not be stingy with Zhao Tuo.
Good things should be shared with his son-in-law.
Immediately afterwards, Zhao Tuo saw the First Emperor reaching out to open the lacquer box on the case, which was covered with black silk.
After the silk was unfolded, six pill-like objects appeared in front of Zhao Tuo.
Everyone in Zhao Tuo was dumbfounded.
The emperor asked him to take medicine together?
Eating this kind of medicine offered by the alchemist is said to be a wonderful medicine that can strengthen the muscles and bones and refresh the mind.
Looking at the six ovals, things glowed with five colors from time to time under the light.
Zhao Tuo reacted quickly.
This should be the prototype of the so-called "golden elixir" in later generations.
According to his limited knowledge, external alchemy originated at the end of the Warring States Period and was vigorously developed during the Qin and Han Dynasties. After the emergence of Taoism during the Wei and Jin Dynasties, it evolved into the golden elixir well known to later generations.
This thing is still in the early stages of development. It is not a formed golden elixir, it is still in the shape of a pill, but it is already quite impressive.
The pill reflects five colors under the light, giving it a mysterious coat, making anyone who sees it subconsciously think that it is extraordinary.
"Are these heavy metals?"
The corner of Zhao Tuo's mouth twitched, and he felt a stomachache before eating.
He wanted to speak and talk about the dangers of these things.
But he looked at the First Emperor looking at these pills with admiration.
Zhao Tuo wisely closed his mouth again.
Empty words.
Not to mention that the other party is in high spirits.
Seeing that the First Emperor was about to speak to him.
Zhao Tuo hurriedly bowed his head and saluted: "I thank your Majesty for the medicine. After taking a bath today, I will have a taste of this wonderful medicine."
The First Emperor was startled. He originally wanted to drink it together with Zhao Tuo in this palace and feel the refreshing effect of this thing. Unexpectedly, Zhao Tuo spoke first and asked what he wanted to eat before bathing.
He couldn't help but feel a little disinterested, waved his hand and said: "That's fine, you can take two back."
The eunuch standing beside him came over with silk and a lacquer box, and the First Emperor chose two relatively round pills and gave them to Zhao Tuo.
"I thank your Majesty for your great kindness."
Zhao Tuo thanked him and felt greatly relieved.
It was great not to eat on the spot.
Before Zhao Tuo left, the First Emperor also told him thoughtfully: "This product has quite medicinal properties and should be taken with water after meals."
"I know."
Zhao Tuo squeezed out a "grateful" smile on his face.
He was so grateful to the emperor that he was willing to share the good things with him.
When Zhao Tuo finished his salute and was about to leave the palace here.
He couldn't help but look back and saw that the First Emperor had already picked up a bottle of water presented by the eunuch, picked up a pill with his other hand, stuffed it into his mouth, and drank it with water.
Seeing this scene, Zhao Tuo's eyes twitched slightly.
He felt that the paint box in his hand became heavier and heavier.
(End of chapter)
