I was a gentleman in ancient times

In the West Qin Kingdom, a group of people marched on the Shu Road.This team of people is full of energy and acts in a uniform manner. It can be seen that they are well-trained soldiers and strong generals.

On the carriage in the middle of the team, Qin Zhan looked solemn, with a sharp and cold light in his slightly closed eyes, and he would shudder just by looking at it.

The sound of horseshoes sounded, and a person came riding, and was stopped in front of Qin Zhan's car.The man took out something in the shape of a token, someone checked it and presented the token.

Qin Zhan took the token, glanced at it, then nodded and asked people to come forward.

"Report to Your Majesty, there is news from the capital, please take a look at it."

Qin Zhan looked at the letter after receiving it, and a trace of relief gradually appeared on his solemn face.Although he had been in Sichuan for more than half a year, he did not relax his control over the court at all.On the surface, he left the royal capital and let Queen Zhuan do what she wanted, so that Queen Zhuan could relax her vigilance.In private, he contacted his contacts and started a layout.

Now, it's time to go back.Qin Zhan's eyes were sharp, and he was determined to give it a go. He never thought of failure.I made an agreement with that person to win the Central Plains, but this is just a small gully on the way forward.

"Let them get ready, just wait for the widow to go back, and then follow the plan." Qin Zhan said in a deep voice.This time, after passing this hurdle, he is the real king.

The subordinates took the lead and left.Qin Zhan looked towards the direction of King Lou's capital in the distance, and clenched his fists.Sir, when the dust settles when I go back, I will welcome you back to Qin.

In the West Qin Palace.

"The empress dowager, please forgive me. I know I was wrong, and I dare not do it again." The palace people already knew their fate, they were crying and screaming, and they only hoped for a glimmer of life.

But who is Empress Dowager Zhuan, how can she be merciful when she catches those who have dissent in the palace?

She waved her wide sleeves, her face was cold, "Drag people down!"

Since someone took the order to act, amidst the howling and shouting, only a few sticks were heard, and there was no sound in an instant.

All the people present were trembling, not daring to show their anger.For nearly half a year, under the oppression of Empress Dowager Zhuan, everyone in the palace was in danger.

"Since you can't correct your identity, you should have expected such an end." Empress Dowager Zhuan sneered.

The dissidents in the palace have almost been cleaned up, and when Qin Zhan returns, she will control the palace, and it is even more impossible for Qin Zhan to escape from her palm.It's good for Qin Zhan to ignore affairs, if she dares to make any changes, she will be the first to know.

At that time, I will be able to preemptively strike anytime, anywhere.She wants to nip all unfavorable factors in the bud, even if Qin Zhan listens to the slander and is no longer with her, she can abolish this useless King Qin at any time and establish a new king.

Since ancient times, royal power battles have been brutal and bloody.Empress Dowager Zhuan has seen a lot. If she hadn't had the slightest scheming, how could she have stayed in the Qin Palace until now.She is an ambitious person, and she has been dormant for so many years, isn't it just to hold the power today?

"You are all optimistic. Those who dare to betray, the Ai family will never forgive them lightly." Empress Dowager Zhuan said sternly.

"Here!" Everyone knelt down and kowtowed in obedience.

Sun Zhang finally received the order from the King of Qin, and smiled with confidence.Everything is ready, and they can implement the plan only after King Qin returns.

"Where is King Qin now?" Sun Zhang asked.

"The chaos in Shu has been quelled, and King Qin's team has already left Shu, and will enter the capital in a few days."

Sun Zhang nodded silently, "It's time, I'll write a secret letter to make arrangements immediately, and you can send it to your lords, remember to be cautious in everything."

After waiting for a short time, Sun Zhang had already written a letter and handed it to him, instructing: "Be careful in everything, and release all the news we prepared in secret."

"Here!" The man understood, and after accepting the order, he jumped over the window and left vigorously.

This man is called Qin Chang. Three or four years ago, he was a slave on death row, living a precarious life.People like them are the most humble, inferior to pigs and dogs.It was Wang Zizhan who pulled them out of the quagmire, promising that as long as they followed him, they would change their destiny. Just because of Wang Zizhan's words, they followed Wang Zizhan through life and death.

The situation at that time was still vivid in Qin Chang's memory, and his blood is still boiling when he thinks about it now.

The young Wang Zizhan's face is still a little immature, but his eyes are full of determination.Standing on a high place, he said to the [-] slaves below: "I am Prince Zhan of Qin, and I summoned you today to give you a way out. The state of Qin is now in a critical moment and needs warriors to use their lives. As long as Let's fight against the barbarians together with me and drive the barbarians out of the house, I can assure you that anyone who makes meritorious deeds will not only get rid of their status as slaves, but will also be rewarded for their meritorious deeds in the future, and they will stand out from the crowd."

How valuable it is for them to stand out is something they dare not even think about.But, that is the prince, the prince will not lie to them, will he?This is an opportunity, an opportunity to change fate, and no one is unmoved.

In fact, it was true. Wang Zizhan broke the stereotypes. After that battle, they became Wang Zizhan's private army.Later, Prince Zhan successfully succeeded to the throne and became King Qin.They have always been the most trusted army of King Qin.

Now the king of Qin led the team to the land of Shu. When he comes back this time, the king will definitely turn his hands into clouds and rain, and become the greatest king.

In the past few days, a gossip has been quietly circulating in the capital, and it is getting worse.

"Master Chen, it's rare to see you come out, why did you come out today?"

Chen Fu turned his head and saw that it was Lord Wang Ming who was an official in the same dynasty, and he cupped his hands and said: "So it's Lord Wang, it's a pleasure to meet you."

Wang Ming looked left and right, and then pulled Chen Fu, "If you don't come out, I'm going to find your lord. It's just right, let's find a place to talk."

Chen Fu was taken aback, and wanted to ask what was the matter, but Wang Ming shook his head.He swallowed the words back to his mouth, and said politely: "Alright, we haven't met for a long time, why don't we find a wine shop and have a good drink?"

Just as Wang Ming had this intention, he dragged Chen Fu to find a fairly large wine shop, and entered the private room inside.

When the food and drink were served and there was no third person, Chen Fu asked, "Master Wang, what is the important matter? It has to be so secretive."

Wang Ming sighed and shook his head, "It's not because I'm hiding my secrets, there are so many eyes and ears on the street, who knows which one is General Pingwu's eyes and ears?"

Chen Fumo, General Pingwu is the younger brother of Empress Dowager Zhuan.Back then when Empress Dowager Zhuan came to West Qin with her relatives, this younger brother also followed. Over the years, under the protection of Empress Dowager Zhuan, he has made steady progress and achieved the position of General Pingwu.

In the past, when the first emperor was around, he could still keep his duty.Ever since Empress Dowager Zhuan assisted in the government, this person has gradually become domineering and arrogant, not only expanding Zhuangzi, but also embezzling fertile land.He often caught the courtiers' inadvertent words and complained to Queen Mother Zhuan.It was also for this reason that the courtiers avoided this person for fear.

The matter of General Pingwu has been mentioned several times by ministers, but Empress Dowager Zhuan is supporting her right-hand man with all her strength because of only one younger brother. It is impossible for her to cut off her arms, right?Always lift it up high and put it down gently.This made General Pingwu even more unscrupulous, and the courtiers dared not speak out.

"There are no outsiders here, just speak up if you have anything to say." Chen Fu said.

Wang Ming nodded, "Master Chen, have you heard the secret rumors recently?"

Chen Fu frowned. In recent days, apart from going to court, he almost stayed at home to entertain his grandchildren, but he didn't notice the situation outside.Then he said truthfully: "What rumors, I really haven't heard of them."

Wang Ming whispered: "Since Empress Dowager Zhuan was in charge, she has been kind to her younger brother, General Pingwu, and has shown great respect to her children. She even brought the Chu family into the palace to study with the prince, and she eats and eats the same as the prince. .”

This matter is well known, what kind of secret rumor?Chen Fu nodded in doubt, "These old men all know about it, because this old man has written a letter about it. It's just that the important officials in the court didn't take it seriously, and there were not many objections, so it was settled. What's wrong with this matter?"

At the beginning, the queen mother sold herself miserably in front of all the ministers, saying that her nephews and nephews were of her own blood anyway.She is getting older, and she wants to have more children to inherit and love her.Since ancient times, all goodness and filial piety are the first, and the queen mother has said so. If you object, it will be an inhumane and unrighteous thing. The ministers have no intention of insisting on objecting, and acquiesced in this matter.But now, Mr. Wang brought up this question because the rumors are related to it?

What he thought was right, Wang Ming patted his thigh and sighed: "It's a big mistake! Now there are rumors that the Queen Mother intends to let the Chu family compete for that position in the future!"

"Bang!" The wine glass in Chen Fu's hand accidentally fell to the ground and rolled several times before stopping.But he didn't even look at it, and lost his voice: "Why did Lord Wang say that?"

"Didn't Master Chen really see it? Since the king went to Shu to quell the chaos, every one of the actions of the Queen Mother Zhuan in the palace was not to pave the way? Although they didn't say it clearly, a smart person just needs to think about it conclusions can be drawn.”

Seeing that Chen Fu didn't seem to believe him, he said again: "The three sons of the Chu family are deeply loved by the queen mother. He once said something after drinking, calling himself the grandson of the king, saying that his aunt favored him, and once the new king Qin Zhan was deposed, the Western Qin would be his Chu home world."

"Ridiculous! Ridiculous!" Chen Fu blew his beard and stared angrily, "You ignorant kid dares to talk nonsense!"

"I don't know if it's nonsense, but, Lord Chen, look, how many members of the royal family and the blood of the previous king have been in the court since the Empress Dowager Zhuan took over the government? Almost all of them were demoted and dismissed for various reasons. New Wang is still fledgling now, and it is really a little bit wrong that people will catch him, once he is abolished..." Wang Ming's face was obviously worried, "This Western Qin Foundation may really change hands!"

Chen Fu suddenly stood up, "This can never be done! The foundation of the Qin Kingdom has gone through a hundred years, and it is hard to come to what it is today. How can it be said that the owner will change after changing the owner? We, the old ministers, are deeply favored by the former king. If we can't save Qin The foundation of the country, what face will the veterans have in the future to face the underground king?"

"That's right, now we should work together to prevent this from happening. Although it hasn't happened yet, if we can't take precautions, if things really develop to this point in the future, I'm afraid it will be too late..."

The undercurrent is raging in the court and in China, and they are all waiting for the critical moment.

"Report to the Empress Dowager, Your Majesty has cleared the banditry in Shu, and now he has left Shu to return to the capital, do you need to send someone to meet the matter?" After the day's discussion, a courtier stood up and asked.

Empress Dowager Zhuan didn't want to mention Qin Zhan at first, but she didn't expect to be mentioned suddenly, so she had to nod and said: "I didn't expect King Qin to quell the banditry so quickly, and the Ai family really didn't miss it. You can just arrange this matter." Now, there is no need to discuss any more, when King Qin returns to the palace, the Ai family will take care of him."

Everyone took orders, but Chen Fu couldn't help standing up, "Queen Dowager, now that the king is in his weakest years, it stands to reason that he should be able to handle government affairs alone..."

Before she could finish her sentence, Empress Dowager Zhuan's face changed, but she had to smile and said, "Chen Qing, you know that the king has been outside the palace and was brought back to the palace until a few years ago. The king doesn't know anything about the affairs of the court. , how can I handle government affairs alone?"

Mr. Chen stroked his gray beard and shook his head, "Your Majesty is smart, this time he easily wiped out the banditry in Shu. It can be said that he is extremely capable. As for government affairs, no one is born with it. I believe that with your majesty's ability , and it will be quick to learn and get started.”

"This matter is of great importance, and the foundation of the Qin Kingdom is not to be trifled with. In the past few years, the Ai family can still help, so let the king watch and learn. When the king gets married in the future, the Ai family will return the power to the king. Zhu Sir, there is no need to mention this matter again." Empress Dowager Zhuan suppressed her anger and said.

How could she easily give up the right to assist the government that she had obtained so hard?This group of old people, what else can they do besides blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah.But after all, he was an old minister of the former king, and he couldn't move. It seemed that he had to seize the time to promote and train his confidant ministers.I just hope that my younger brother can win some courage and help me stabilize the court affairs.

Everyone looked at each other in blank dismay. They thought that the king's ability was impressive this time, so that the queen mother could be empowered. It seemed that this matter was a bit tricky.

Chen Fu was very worried. His probing words today can also be seen from the attitude of Empress Dowager Zhuan. The rumors may not be true, there must be reasons for them.Just as Mr. Wang said, this matter cannot be planned in advance. In case the Empress Dowager Zhuan initiates a political change, the new king may not be able to protect himself.It can't be said that if you fight this old life, you have to protect it with all your strength.

Empress Dowager Zhuan couldn't help mentioning Qin Zhan's matter again, and hastily announced her withdrawal from the court.

The courtiers had no choice but to salute each other and leave.