Throughout the ages, no king of any dynasty would regard a powerful official who was talented and strategist but was considered suspicious as his entrusted minister.
Ying Zheng is a powerful and scheming emperor. Any uncertainties must be clarified before proceeding. If you act foolishly first, you will only ask for trouble.
In his impression, the relationship between Li Si and Hu Hai was not very good, and there was not even much communication. Li Si didn't even like the marriage between Li Si's daughter and Hu Hai.
What prompted Li Si to support Hu Hai?
Is it really for power?
Suddenly, Ying Zheng remembered his first acquaintance with Li Si. It was when he took power from Lu Buwei after taking office. The ministers suggested that he dismiss Lu Buwei's retainers, and Li Si wrote him a "Book of Remonstrance and Expulsion of Guests". 》.
It was also this "Book of Remonstrance and Expulsion" that allowed Ying Zheng to reuse Li Si.
Since then, he and Li Si have been together for thirty years, and he has never doubted Li Si's loyalty.
Several of Li Si's sons married royal princesses.
Since ancient times, the relationship between king and minister has been so close, which is probably unprecedented.
Ying Zheng admired Li Si's big picture and great talent, and he also knew deeply that no one with big picture and great talent could take charge of the government, unify the six countries, and rebuild Chinese civilization. It would only be a rhetoric.
When the Six Kingdoms were destroyed, Yingzheng re-employed Li Si, and Li Si lived up to his expectations. He organized the government affairs in an orderly manner, and occasionally came up with amazing conspiracies, laying the foundation for victory.
For example, Wei Liao was recommended as a state captain, and together with Wang Jian, Wang Wan and other ministers, he could be called a wise minister like Guan Zhong.
After unifying the six countries, they worked very hard to plan the implementation of the county system, amend new laws, and abolish old laws, and everything was done smoothly.
What is even more commendable is that in decades, Li Si has not once been dissatisfied with his official title. Would such a person betray the Qin Dynasty for power?
Could it be that Li Si has a personal grudge against me?
Ying Zheng remembered that one year, Li Si had just been promoted to court captain. That was when Ying Zheng saw Li Si's grand ceremonial guard and cavalry, and said coldly: Is it really necessary?
From then on, Li Si immediately restrained his ceremonial riding.
Although Ying Zheng did not blame Li Si from beginning to end, but severely punished the attendants for their lax behavior, he did not intend to scare Li Si.
Didn't King Qi Wei cook and kill more than a dozen of his servants?
As for Li Si, since then, there has never been a grand ceremonial guard, but he has never mentioned it in front of Ying Zheng.
Originally, Ying Zheng wanted to talk to Li Si about this matter, but every time Li Si looked like he didn't know anything, he had no intention of talking.
If we talk about personal grudges, this counts as one.
But so what?
Can't I express my dissatisfaction?
With Li Si's talent, he can have a dislike for him as the emperor, but I think highly of him!
"His Majesty."
Seeing Ying Zheng's expression uncertain under the oil lamp, Laifu swallowed subconsciously.
In fact, not to mention Ying Zheng, even he himself was filled with indignation by Li Si's remarks.
He never expected that Li Tingwei, who was regarded by the First Emperor as his right-hand man and the one who controlled everything in the court, would turn into a traitor.
If the First Emperor really dies, what will happen to the future of the empire?
Thinking of this, Laifu suddenly noticed that Ying Zheng was looking around, and couldn't help but ask in a low voice: "Your Majesty, what are you looking for? Can I help you find it?"
"Um?"
Ying Zheng was stunned for a moment and said in a deep voice: "Where is my sword?"
"sword?"
Laifu was also stunned: "What sword?"
Ying Zheng: "."
Blessing:"."
The two looked at each other, both speechless.
After a moment, Ying Zheng waved his hand expressionlessly: "It's nothing, let's go back!"
"promise."
Laifu promised in a low voice, but he didn't know if Ying Zheng meant to go back to Donghu Palace or to his own palace.
If it's Donghu Palace, just go back the same way.
What should we do if His Majesty finds out that our tunnel has dug into his palace?
Just when Laifu was a little worried, Ying Zheng suddenly turned his head and said with a serious face: "Did you really only dig a tunnel to get out of the palace?"
"this"
Laifu hesitated for a moment and said with a smile: "It's hard to say. Actually, the villain rarely digs tunnels. Chang Wei mainly digs tunnels. Your Majesty can ask Chang Wei."
I'm sorry, brother, it's better to die as a Taoist friend than to die as a poor Taoist, this is what the young master said!
Just wish yourself well.
"Chang Wei?"
Ying Zheng frowned and didn't say much, then waved his hand and said: "Let's go! Go to Donghu Palace!"
On the other side, as soon as Li Si returned to his residence, Zhao Gao followed.
At this time, the two of them were sitting opposite each other in the study, looking at each other without saying a word.
The scent of sandalwood rose in the bronze furnace, and there was silence all around.
I don’t know how long it took before Li Si let out a long sigh and said sadly, "Li Si has failed both Your Majesty and the Qin Dynasty!"
"Li Tingwei has made great contributions to the rule of the country. If your majesty is knowledgeable, you will understand Tingwei!"
Zhao Gao bowed deeply and said sincerely.
Li Si was in a very gloomy mood and nodded without any explanation.
But Zhao Gao said again: "Weiwei Yang Duanhe and the two Feng Gongs invite you to discuss important matters!"
Hearing this, Li Si did not respond, but said expressionlessly: "Zhao Gao, with the situation at the court meeting today, do you know how difficult it is to rule the country?"
Zhao Gao said respectfully: "Only through hardship can one see Li Tingwei's talent and strategy. My admiration for Li Tingwei is like the continuous flow of the Wei River!"
"Ah!"
Li Si snorted, feeling relieved, and then frowned and said, "You called me before I left the hall. Could it be that you were dissatisfied with my handling?"
"Li Tingwei misunderstood."
Zhao Gaobei said with a smile: "As far as the overall situation is concerned, Li Tingwei's handling was very appropriate. It not only achieved our goals, but also calmed the confusion of the ministers. Although it did not reach the goal in one step, it still made the right compromise and established the overall situation! "
"Oh? The first step is quite talented!"
"I will be lucky to be praised by Li Tingwei for the next three lifetimes!"
"But."
Li Si pondered for a moment, then suddenly changed the subject and said with a teasing smile: "Listening to what I have to say, I seem to have some shortcomings?"
"this."
Zhao Gao showed hesitation, and then replied with a sarcastic smile: "No one is perfect, and the shortcomings in details are that Li Tingwei does not have full confidence. This is the biggest mistake. The other is that he did not invite the prince to declare his national policy opinions." !”
"snort!"
Li Si snorted coldly, and his face turned gloomy for a moment; "To be honest, what are Hu Hai's national policy opinions? I also want him to declare his national policy opinions, but will he? Calling him to the main hall is just asking for self-humiliation!"
Speaking of this, he couldn't help but think of a person, and sighed leisurely: "If it is Young Master Hao, we can let him declare his national policy opinions."
"this"
Zhao Gao was speechless.
This was the first time he had seen Li Si show such an arrogant attitude towards a prince who was about to inherit the throne.
However, there was only an imperceptible cold light in his eyes, and then he changed his expression to a serious one, and said in a deep voice: "Li Tingwei still mentions Young Master Hao until now. Could it be that he regrets it?"
"Um?"
Li Si frowned and said displeased: "What do you mean by this step? I can't mention him?"
"Li Tingwei can mention whoever he wants. I don't have any objections. However, Li Tingwei has already supported the young prince to the position of prince, and treats the young prince as a mediocre person. How can he focus on the country?"
Zhao Gao said seriously: "Although I am not talented, I can guarantee it with my life. The talent of the young prince is not weaker than that of Young Master Hao. Moreover, the young prince has prepared national policy opinions today, and he is waiting for Li Tingwei to call him to announce it!"
Having said this, he paused and then continued: "The core of national policy has eight words, 'Inherit from the late emperor and respect the laws of Qin'. What does Li Tingwei think?"
"this"
The corner of Li Si's mouth twitched, and then he smiled awkwardly and said, "Since you were prepared, why didn't you tell me in advance?"
"Isn't this a necessary procedure for a court meeting? In the next step after the late emperor's edict is announced, the prince should be summoned, together with all the ministers present, to listen to the prince's announcement. Why did Li Tingwei bypass this process?"
"You should know how difficult it was for me to declare the late emperor's edict. First, Meng Yi's uncle and nephew made troubles several times, and then Wang Jian, Wang Wan, Wei Liao and other important ministers responded indifferently. Even though my prestige is not inferior to them, but The young prince’s prestige is not enough to convince everyone!”
After saying this, Li Si shook his head and sighed, and then said: "At this moment, I have no choice but to bypass this process! What's more, the three princes have made the late emperor's affairs public to the public. What face can I have before the late emperor's body is still cold? At this time, let the young prince declare his national policy opinions? It is already difficult to establish the young prince's position as crown prince!"
Hearing this, Zhao Gao was still a little angry and said coldly: "It's true that Li Tingwei gave up halfway."
"Okay, don't make any noise, let's go!"
Li Si interrupted Zhao Gao with a wave of his hand and stood up suddenly.
Zhao Gao opened his mouth but stopped talking.
Just like that, the two broke up on bad terms for the first time.
This also laid the groundwork for Zhao Gao to harm Li Si in the future.
at the same time.
Zhao Hao has returned to Donghu Palace from the newspaper office.
At this moment, Donghu Palace was empty, and he and Chang Wei looked confused.
"What's going on? Where's my father, the Emperor? And this guy Laifu, where are he?"
"Sir, I just went to look for him. There is no one on the bed, in the cabinet, or on Gong's bucket!"
Chang Wei strode from a distance.
Zhao Hao frowned slightly and said thoughtfully, "Is it possible that my father is still in the tunnel?"
Chang Wei pondered and said: "It's impossible. Hu Yi Palace is not far from Dong Hu Palace. Even if you climb, you can still reach it. Could it be that something happened to your Majesty in the tunnel?"
"What nonsense are you talking about? How could something happen to my father?"
Zhao Hao interrupted Chang Wei with some displeasure, and then began to worry, muttering to himself:
"When the ice cellar exploded, it seemed that my father was still in the tunnel. Could it be that the tunnel collapsed and my father was buried alive? Impossible! Absolutely impossible. How could it be possible that my father was buried alive when he was so blessed? Even if he was buried alive."
"Oh? So, you kid had expected it?"
The next moment Zhao Hao was talking to himself, a voice filled with resentment and anger suddenly sounded behind him. His expression changed, he turned around quickly, and couldn't help shouting: "Father!"
"Treason!"
Ying Zheng gritted his teeth and snorted, then slowly crawled out of the hole, staring at Zhao Hao sharply.
Zhao Hao subconsciously shrank his neck, then showed a flattering expression on his face, ran to Ying Zheng, brushed the dust off his body, and asked him:
"Father, you are back. I miss you so much. Are you hungry? I have prepared food for you. Why did you come out of the tunnel? Are you lost?"
Faced with Zhao Hao talking to himself in his ear like a fly, Ying Zheng didn't react at all. He just kept rubbing the belt in his hand, his sharp eyes full of bloodshot eyes.
"Father, just be fine. Father must be tired. Please rest here."
Ying Zheng still had no reaction and just stood there quietly.
Zhao Hao was suddenly at a loss and couldn't help turning his head to look behind Ying Zheng. He saw Laifugang sticking his head out of the tunnel and then shrinking back.
"."
Zhao Hao's forehead was covered with black threads and he couldn't help but raise his hand to support his forehead: "Chang Wei. He dragged Laifu out of the tunnel and tortured him. How dare he disobey my order and go down to the tunnel privately."
Laifu immediately screamed: "Young Master, you are wronged. Your Majesty asked this villain to go to the tunnel together!"
Zhao Hao: "."
Ying Zheng: "."
The two of them were silent.
After a moment, Zhao Hao swallowed, turned around with difficulty, tried his best to put on an ugly smile, and said cautiously: "Father, you... didn't notice anything, did you?"
"What do you want me to discover, and what do you not want me to discover?" Ying Zheng asked quietly.
Zhao Haoqiang calmed himself, not daring to look directly at Ying Zheng, and said in a trembling voice:
"Father, do you know that you have to thank those who have hurt you? Because it is they who have made you so strong."
"Oh? Really? Then I will make you as powerful as me now, so you won't have to thank me!"
"Hiss! It turns out to be seven wolves.!!!"
"Ouch!!!!"
"Ahhhh!!!"
As a series of unknown screams came out of the palace, Ying Ziyang's subordinates, who originally wanted to check because the palace was too quiet, instantly came up.
Yes, that’s the smell!
That crazy Young Master Hao started acting like a monster again!
As for Gongzi Hao's closest relatives and friends, brothers and sisters, Lai Fu and Chang Wei immediately left the palace gate, one guarding the door while the other went to prepare the meal, as if nothing happened.
I don’t know how long it took before Ying Zheng gasped and said: "You kid, tell me honestly, how many tunnels have been dug? Don’t think that Laifu can’t shirk it, because I don’t know. I went to the main hall of Ganquan Palace, and that tunnel It’s not the only way from the palace to the outside!”
"Hiss. Father"
Zhao Hao grinned and touched his butt, and said aggrievedly: "This was dug by Laifu and Chang Wei. I was not in Xianyang at that time, as you know."
"You still dare to quibble? Without your order, they dare to dig tunnels in my palace?"
"Well, having said that, but"
Zhao Hao was just trying to organize his words and continue to deceive Ying Zheng, when he suddenly remembered something and said with blinking eyes: "Father went to the main hall of Ganquan Palace?"
"."
Ying Zheng's face turned dark and he nodded silently.
"Father should already know what Li Si has done, right?"
Zhao Hao suddenly became interested and winked: "How do you feel?"
Ying Zheng snorted coldly and said angrily: "Knowing people, knowing faces, but not knowing hearts!"
"Na Hu Hai"
"Although I am still young, I still have my youthful appearance!"
Ying Zheng pondered: "If he is willing to study hard, he may not be worse than Fusu. As for you, just pretend that I didn't say anything."
"ah?"
Zhao Hao was surprised.
He never expected that Ying Zheng would be so calm about Hu Hai becoming emperor.
No wonder the history books of the Han Dynasty say that Hu Hai succeeded to the throne legally. Is the history wrong? !
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