Qin Shi Huang was sitting in the hall.
Eating piping hot glutinous rice cake is quite satisfying.
When he was young, he was held hostage by Zhao, so his life was not very good, and it was not easy for him to eat sweets. Once he secretly went to dig out the beehive. If his mother hadn't saved him, he would have been stung all over his head.
"This caramel seems to have a tangerine smell, so it should be made of tangerine."
"What a clever idea."
Qin Shihuang picked up the beans and rice and chewed it slowly.
Wang Jian whispered from the side: "Your Majesty, this Cao Xiu is indeed not simple. The curved shaft plow made today can be called a weapon for promoting agriculture. The old minister remembers that his silk is three inches thick!"
"In addition to the curved shafts and plows, there are also items such as columbines, waterwheels, and machines." Qin Shihuang paused and continued: "The other is the "Cao Xiu Shu" written by him. If it is true to what he said, it will be an eternal wonder. The book has made great contributions to the country. Unfortunately, he was too lazy after all."
"It's easy. I will give him a whip tomorrow!"
"Master, don't be anxious."
Qin Shihuang put down the pottery bowl and laughed.
"I am reminded of a story written by Han Fei in the past. He said: There is a bird that has stopped in the southern mountains. It has been without wings for three years, has not flown, does not sing, and is silent. What is its name?"
"If you don't have wings for three years, you will have wings; if you don't fly or sing, you will watch the people. Even if you don't fly, you will soar to the sky; even if you don't make a sound, your sound will be astonishing. Therefore, it is said: Great things come late, but great sounds are amazing!"
Wang Jian answered fluently, and then smiled.
"The same goes for Cao Xiu."
"Having such a virtuous minister is worthy of the hardships I have endured these days. Moreover, I think this status is very good." Qin Shihuang said with emotion: "Every time I go on patrol, I will inform the counties in advance. Every one of those officials Everyone is preparing hurriedly, but it seems that the officials are running a clean business, but in fact it is full of filth. Now that I am among the people, I can see it more clearly!"
"What your Majesty said is absolutely true!"
Some things you have to see with your own eyes to know.
Living among the people this time has benefited him a lot!
Qin Shihuang was confident that when he returned to Xianyang, the world would be more peaceful. At that time, the capital of Guizhou was peaceful and there was no need for war. The six relatives protect each other, and there will be no bandits or thieves. Be happy to teach and know all the Dharma!
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Facing Xiao He's praise, Cao Xiu didn't know whether to cry or laugh. He had actually considered this matter a long time ago. He knew that as a time traveler, it would be easy to change history. For example, the fate of the future Han Gao Emperor Liu Ji was actually changed by him. He is the current Pavilion Chief of Surabaya, not Liu Ji.
He also told Zhao Xie in advance that he would have to do something when he joined the Qin court, and he would not be blamed if anything went wrong. When he took out the Quyuan Li, Azheng had actually suspected him, but he was just fooled by him.
After all, he is just a child, so it is easy to fool him.
What Cao Xiu thought was that he was betting on both ends. If he really saved Qin's life, then he would continue to be his powerful minister. Moreover, the initiative in all this lies in his hands!
"Looking at you, have you thought of it a long time ago?"
"Ahem..."
Cao Xiu touched his nose awkwardly.
"I would say that Xiu'er has thought more thoroughly." Xiao He smiled faintly, raised the wine bottle and said: "This time the plow has been presented, and with this merit, Xiu'er will definitely be promoted to a higher position. According to what I think, at least He is also a country coward."
"It's still not enough. At least he has to be a county official."
"take it easy……"
Cao Xiu spoke with a guilty conscience.
He knew this was a road of no return, but he had no choice.
"As for that one, is he really Dai Wangjia's son?"
"It should be right." Cao Xiu spread his hands, "If Zhao Xie can admit his mistake, I have nothing to say. Besides, Ah Zheng answered fluently and knew the inside story of many things clearly, and his accent was also mixed. He speaks Handan and Guanzhong accents."
Xiao He stroked his beard and nodded thoughtfully.
"Zhao Xie's move is quite cruel. Obviously, those two people are here to monitor you and prevent you from betraying them and joining Qin as an official. Everyone can see this, but Zhao Xie doesn't care. If you really kill these two people one day, he will be able to secure his position as the head of the Julu Zhao family."
Some people can even ignore their parents for money. Now, for the sake of power, what does it mean to abandon your wife, abandon your children, kill your father and kill your brother? Don't say that A is Zhao Xie's nephew. Even if his own flesh and blood blocked his path to power, Zhao Xie would still kill him.
"These people should not be underestimated either."
"They are using me, so why am I not?"
Cao Xiu waved his hand nonchalantly.
Ah Zheng has outstanding abilities and can help him do a lot of things.
As for surveillance?
He didn't care at all.
Because everything he does can be explained as climbing up. After all, Zhao Xie mentioned when discussing with him that it would be better for him to become a courtier of the Qin State, and it would be better if he could participate in the decision-making of the Qin State.
If you don't develop some real skills, how can you be promoted to a higher position?
The so-called surveillance is purely unnecessary.
"In addition, I have also received some news." Xiao He looked around and lowered his voice: "Then what Qin Jia said is true. The First Emperor was indeed assassinated. It is said that it was done by the nobles of the Old Qi, but the whereabouts of the assassin are still unknown. Originally, the First Emperor was assassinated. He was in Langya County and later fled to Donghai County. Because the magistrate of Dongwu County colluded with him, he was executed."
"I've heard about this too."
Cao Xiu nodded in agreement.
Not only what Qin Jia said, but also the merchants who came and went discussed it. In short, various rumors are flying all over the sky, and some people say that the old Qitian clan wanted to be restored, so they assassinated the First Emperor at any cost. Others say that the assassins scuttled the dragon boat and that the First Emperor was almost drowned. There are various rumors...
"It's not just that." Xiao He shook his head, "Since yesterday, Surabaya County has been under martial law. Travel at various checkpoints needs to be strictly checked, and no idlers are allowed to leave the city. It seems that the assassin escaped to Surabaya County before he wanted to go to Surabaya. county."
"hiss……"
Cao Xiu suddenly took a breath.
He vaguely remembered such a passage in the history books.
[Twenty days on Guanzhong Dasuo, rice and stone are one thousand six hundred! 】
The price of one stone of rice has increased to 1,600 yuan!
What is this concept?
It’s doubled almost fifty times!
The price of rice in the Guanzhong area has actually been relatively stable, normally around thirty yuan per stone. For example, glutinous rice is definitely more expensive, while raw rice is cheaper, but the difference is not exaggerated. Now the big move to Surabaya County will inevitably cause prices in Surabaya County to soar, especially food!
boom!
Cao Xiu stood up suddenly.
"What's wrong with Xiu'er?"
"Is it true that the assassin is related to you?"
"No, no, no, I'm thinking that the price of food is definitely going to skyrocket." Cao Xiu waved his hands and said, "I still have a lot of old rice in my warehouse, so I have to prepare it quickly."
"???"
Cao Shen stared and almost vomited blood out of breath. They were discussing such an important matter, and Cao Xiu actually wanted to make a deal. Are you just looking for money? !
