Zhangtai Palace, the emperor's study.
Ying Zheng stopped the imperial pen in his hand and called out: "Zhao Gao."
"The old slave is here!"
Zhao Gao, who was already standing in a humble posture, subconsciously bowed again when he heard the call.
Zhao Gao had already been reused before Ying Zheng came to power. Now that Ying Zheng has unified the six kingdoms and become the first emperor of the Three Emperors and Five Emperors, his status has naturally increased.
Not only was he appointed by Ying Zheng as the official of CRRC, he was also in charge of the emperor's seal and conveyed secrets.
Ying Zheng pondered for a moment and asked, "Do you think the county system or the enfeoffment system is better?"
Zhao Gao's eyelids twitched and he frowned subconsciously. Although he had served Ying Zheng for more than 20 years and Ying Zheng trusted him very much, even he did not dare to speak nonsense when it related to national affairs.
He hesitated for a moment, then bowed and replied: "Your Majesty, this matter is of great concern. Your Majesty can discuss it with the Prime Minister and all the ministers. I am a slave and I dare not discuss national affairs indiscriminately."
Ying Zheng narrowed his eyes and said impatiently: "I asked you to say it, just say it. I forgive your guilt!"
"this....."
Zhao Gao couldn't help but show a troubled expression.
Although Ying Zheng said he was not guilty, he really didn't dare to touch on such a sensitive topic. After all, it involved the national affairs of the new dynasty and all the princes in the court. If he accidentally said the wrong thing, he would become the target of public criticism.
After thinking about it, Zhao Gao said with a smile: "I think that Li Tingwei is trusted by His Majesty and strongly advocates the system of prefectures and counties. I think the system of prefectures and counties is more suitable for our country, Qin."
What he said was very smart. He simply used Li Si as a guiding light and told a truth that had nothing to do with him.
Ying Zheng was not satisfied with this, but he did not embarrass Zhao Gao. After all, he knew that Zhao Gao was a cautious person. Whether it was the state affairs of the court or the emperor's private affairs, he kept it secret and did not dare to say much.
After a moment of silence, Ying Zheng spoke again: "Zhao Gao, convey my order to summon the princes and grandsons over twelve years old to discuss politics in the Doctor's Palace!"
"promise."
Zhao Gao responded and left the study.
.......
Doctor's Palace.
It brought together veterans of the Manchu Empire, princes and grandsons, Confucian scholars, representatives of Legalism, and erudite people from various schools.
This political discussion was held in the form of a banquet, and everyone seemed extremely relaxed.
After three rounds of wine and five delicious dishes, Wang Wan, as the host of this political discussion, stood up first and said with emotion: "Everyone, what is the foundation for the emperor to govern and govern the world?"
"Standard!"
Everyone answered in unison.
Wang Wan subconsciously glanced at Ying Zheng and found that Ying Zheng was sitting on the throne with a calm expression. He then asked: "How many roads are there in the world? What are the standards?"
"Back to Prime Minister, there are many great ways in the world. There are only two right ways. They are the royal way and domineering. There are also two kinds of systems, the only ones are the county system and the enfeoffment system."
Chunyu Yue stood up and answered loudly.
After saying that, before Wang Wan could speak again, he asked again: "May I ask the Prime Minister, is it true that the people say that the country is planning to form a system of prefectures and counties?"
"The Qin State has implemented the system of prefectures and counties as early as the beginning of the reform. Now that the country is unified, it is natural to plan the system of prefectures and counties. It is understandable!" Wang Wan replied with a smile.
"May I ask the Prime Minister, who is presiding over the political affairs, whether he supports the system of counties and counties or the system of enfeoffment?" Chunyu Yue continued to ask.
"hehe."
Wang Wan smiled, looked around at the crowd and said, "What system do you think I should support?"
"...."
Chunyu Yue frowned and kept silent, secretly scolding Wang Wan for being old and cunning.
At this time, there was a burst of laughter in the palace.
Ying Zheng, who was sitting in the main seat, had a faint smile on his lips.
Cross-examination and debate were originally a legacy of the Warring States Period. From the questions and answers between Chun Yuyue and Wang Wan, everyone already understood the purpose of this political discussion.
Ying Zheng glanced around at the princes, princes and grandsons sitting in the southwest corner, turned to Zhao Gao and said, "Are they all here?"
"Back to Your Majesty, there is another young master who has not arrived yet." Zhao Gao quickly bowed and reminded in Ying Zheng's ear.
"Which young master did not attend?" Ying Zheng asked with a frown.
"Your Majesty, it's Young Master Hao."
Zhao Gao replied respectfully: "I have sent someone to rush you. I believe Master Hao will be here soon."
Young Master Hao?
Ying Zheng frowned again, unable to remember such a person for a moment.
The thoughtful Zhao Gao immediately understood and continued: "Your Majesty, Young Master Hao is the son of the Young Envoy of Chu. He is the thirteenth and lives on the west side of the Hermitage Palace."
"Major Ambassador Chu?"
Ying Zheng was stunned for a moment, suddenly remembering such a person.
The concubines in the harem of Qin were divided into eight levels.
That is, the queen, the madam, the beauty, the beloved, the eighth son, the seventh son, the long envoy, and the young envoy.
This young envoy from Chu should be a beautiful woman presented to Qin by Chu State.
As for when he was lucky, Ying Zheng could not remember clearly.
However, after hearing Zhao Gao's reminder, he already remembered who Young Master Hao was.
It is said that the child was stupid and playful, and the teacher who taught him to study complained endlessly.
However, because the son's mother died young, he was too young, and he had no ability to govern the country, so he was placed near the Hermitage Palace to let him experience the hardships of the palace servants.
I didn't expect that this man would be late for today's important political discussion?
It is really rotten wood that cannot be carved!
Ying Zheng's face darkened, he picked up the wine glass and took a sip of the wine.
This made the old officials of the empire sitting beside him look at each other and dare not say anything.
As for the princes and grandsons who were already seated, they had an attitude of not having anything to do with themselves. Some were silent, some were ready to watch the show, and some were just eating and drinking.
Only the eldest son, Fusu, looked worried.
Among the princes, he has the closest relationship with Zhao Hao.
Because Zhao Hao's mother and his mother-in-law were both from the Chu country, his mother-in-law took great care of Zhao Hao's mother.
Later, Zhao Hao's mother passed away, and his mother-in-law treated Zhao Hao like a parent and child, which also made his relationship with Zhao Hao extraordinary.
About half an hour later, several palace attendants led a young prince into the Doctor's Palace in a hurry.
I saw him looking left and right, cautiously approaching the seat as if he was afraid of being discovered by others. Although he was young, he had a handsome appearance and fair skin.
The only drawback is that he is short in stature, and I don't know whether he fell or hit something, but there are streaks of earthy color on his forehead and face.
The corner of Ying Zheng's mouth twitched, thinking that he didn't look like a prince at all, he was clearly just a country mouse that had just come out of a hole.
"Can't see me, can't see me..."
Feeling a sharp gaze falling on him, Zhao Hao quickly lowered his head and knelt down to pray, muttering.
As soon as he dug out the potatoes, he was called to a meeting. He didn't even have time to wash up, so he looked very embarrassed.
Fortunately, everyone's focus is not on him.
At this time, Confucian scholar Shusun Tong stood up, raised his hands to Wang Wan and said: "Old Prime Minister, if you plan to govern the country, you should have a basis. The governance of Qin is all in the "Lu Spring and Autumn Annals".
"!!!" As soon as these words came out, the whole hall was shocked.
As we all know, before the First Emperor took charge, there was an almost insurmountable mountain.
It is Lu Buwei, who is known as his "Zhongfu".
Lu Buwei gave up business and entered politics, and used rare goods to live in. He was reused by Prince Chu of Qin, and later became the prime minister and became powerful.
In order to get rid of the mountain of Lu Buwei, the First Emperor took great pains.
Therefore, in the minds of many people, "Lu's Spring and Autumn Annals" is a taboo for Ying Zheng.
When Shusun Tong mentioned "Lu's Spring and Autumn Annals" when discussing politics, it was equivalent to slapping Ying Zheng in the face.
You know, the grass on the grave of anyone who slaps Ying Zheng in the face will grow taller.
This Shusun Tong is simply looking for death!
