Mrs. Qin Xiangguo

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Zhao Weizhen quickly began to sort out the language.

The monarch wants you to speak out and make suggestions, even if you have nothing, you have to come up with a point of view-for the philosophers, strategists and wanderers in the pre-Qin period, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

Meeting Qin Wangji's waiting eyes, Zhao Weizhen calmed down and spoke slowly.

"In the past, the Shang monarchs reformed the law, and changed it to politics, advocating farming and warfare, implementing the county system, and establishing the system of equal decisions. Said: "Your Majesty thinks, what is the purpose of Shang Jun's reform?"

Shang Yang's reform was more than a hundred years ago.

Qin Wangji has been in power for more than fifty years, so he naturally knows it better than anyone else.The old man laughed, as if Zhao Weizhen asked some foolish question: "It's for the sake of expanding the soil and strengthening the country, so Meng Wei should not play tricks, even a three-year-old child knows this."

However, Zhao Weizhen raised a smile: "Then dare to ask King Qin, what is the purpose of expanding the soil and strengthening the country?"

King Qin paused.

Zhao Weizhen replied: "It is to win the battle."

That's what she really wanted to say.

"In today's world, there are constant disputes among nations. Today you hit me, and tomorrow I will hit you. Back and forth, it's like seeing a saw."

She continued: "So the reform of Lord Shang is for Qin to be strong in this troubled world, not afraid of fighting, but also beating others. Therefore, I believe that the law of Lord Shang is the law of war, and that wars are used to support wars, and wars are used to strengthen the country." But if in the future, when the Qin Kingdom really unites the world, and there will be no more wars in the Central Plains, will Shang Jun's method still be useful?"

Having said this, King Qin's expression became solemn.

However, Xiao Yingzheng beside him tilted his head: "After unifying the Central Plains, we can fight the Xiongnu."

Zhao Weizhen didn't feel nervous or conflicted when he said this, but nodded vigorously.

"Conquering the Xiongnu in the north, conquering the South Vietnam in the south, and continuing to expand the territory, Mr. Zheng is so brave!" She praised with a smile.

However, the compliments are all praises, and her next sentence changed the subject: "It's just that fighting is the right thing to do, but has Mr. Zheng thought about it, after the unification of the six countries, when should we fight?"

Ying Zheng was silent for a moment: "Madam teach me."

Zhao Weizhen had a smile on his face: "After conquering the six countries, Qin will have to face the defeated royal families and ministers. What needs to be considered is how to extend the Qin system to the Central Plains. Mr. Zheng thinks that when he goes to fight Shouldn't these issues be dealt with before the Rongdi barbarians?"

Ying Zheng subconsciously looked at King Qin.

It's just that Qin Wangji's expression was solemn, he was also thinking, and he was also waiting for Zhao Weizhen to continue.

Apparently, great-grandpa didn't intend to answer him.

But it doesn't matter, Xiao Yingzheng understands Zhao Weizhen's way of speaking better than anyone else, Mrs. Weizhen always likes to make him think in this way.

Even if he didn't say it clearly, Ying Zheng could understand Zhao Weizhen's motives.

She hopes that she can speak her mind, even if it is wrong, it doesn't matter.Mistakes can be corrected, but I am afraid that I am clearly wrong, but I don’t say anything, so that no one will know that I am wrong.

Although Ying Zheng is only seven years old this year, Zhao Weizhen has treated him like an adult since he was very young, and never shy away from such things by saying "he is still young".

But now, Ying Zheng and Ying Chengyu were sitting at the same time on the long talk between the King of Qin and Zhao Weizhen, and the boy felt that he was not a spectator in today's discussion, nor was he a pendant who could not join the adults' conversation.

He is a dignified participant.

So, how to deal with it?

Ying Zheng thought about it for a long time, but couldn't think of a solution.

Sure enough, governing the country is a troublesome thing, as my wife, father and grandfather said.

"Even if we win the battle against the six nations." Ying Zheng thought about it: "It's just to unify the country. However, other aspects such as ideology and system have not yet been unified."

"That's right!"

Zhao Weizhen was overjoyed: "Young Master Zheng grasped the key point at once."

Not only institutional thinking, but also the most important thing—the mode of production.

Of course, it is impossible for Zhao Weizhen to directly explain philosophical principles to the ancients, she has to change it into a language that people today can understand.

"What does Mr. Zheng think, how to unify?" So Zhao Weizhen asked again.

"Um……"

Ying Zheng continued to think: "If his royal family and ministers are not convinced, we will drive them all away."

Zhao Weizhen smiled: "Young master, where should they be driven?"

Ying Zheng: "Outside the customs... no."

As soon as he opened his mouth, Xiao Yingzheng's expression immediately became solemn, and he vetoed it himself: "If you rush to the outside of the customs, it will give Rongdi a chance to make use of it."

But staying in the Central Plains, isn't it waiting for them to make a comeback?

Xiao Yingzheng couldn't think of a solution, and his head started to smoke again.

Even though in the past five years, Ying Zheng has grown from that round-faced little Douding to a steady but energetic elementary school student, this one frowns and purses his lips when he meditates, and his appearance of something bad is still the same.

Zhao Weizhen looked cute and thought it was funny.

It can only be said that fortunately, the current Xiao Yingzheng said without opening his mouth that he would kill all those who disobeyed him!

"Don't worry, son."

She relieved: "Aren't we just discussing this issue? In a simple analysis, after unification, there will be conflicts with the royal families and ministers—"

"Contradictions?" Ying Zheng tilted his head.

"Uh."

The term "contradictory" comes from an allusion in "Han Feizi", which is not available at the moment.

Now Zhao Weizhen has become accustomed to various vocabulary "traversing" issues, she does not change her face and heartbeat: "It means the conflict of interests. When the heroes were separated, the conflict between Qin and other countries lies externally; if Qin is unified, and The conflict is transferred to the home country. Therefore, there will be problems that the politicians worry about."

"Meng Kai's eloquent remarks are all in the summary."

Only at this time did the King of Qin speak slowly: "But there is no solution."

Zhao Weizhen smiled wryly.

"It's been said that I really have nothing new." She was half self-effacing, half muttering: "However, let's see, Your Majesty. Since the conflict is clear now, and the law of Shang Jun can't solve the conflict, should Qin do something?"

King Qin immediately understood.

The old man laughed out loud again: So she talked a lot about it, just for one thing.

"What does Meng Wei mean, but is there going to be another reform?" King Qin asked.

"Change needs to be changed, but it doesn't need to be broken." Zhao Weizhen said: "Compared with reform, I prefer to call it repair."

"Fix it from where?"

"Where it doesn't work, fix it."

Zhao Weizhen said earnestly: "Using politics to govern, the purpose of Qin law is war, not peace, and it needs to be changed. People are used to produce, and after hundreds of years of fighting, the people of all countries have suffered so much that they must be fed. Therefore, the production system , must also be changed. In terms of ideology, after unification, the rule of law can still be used, but it needs to be considered in all aspects, and it needs to be changed even more.”

Qin Wangji leaned forward slightly, as if he was both interested and threatening.

"What Meng Kai said has both Legalist thought and Confucianism." Old Qin Wang said.

"..."

To be honest, the deterrent effect of King Qin's posture is really strong.

He has been sitting on the throne for half a century. Looking at all countries, no monarch knows how to be a king better than Ying Ji.

Even though the king of Qin didn't wear a crown or court clothes, he still didn't sit on the unreachable throne like the first time we met, and even because of his old age and serious illness, he was in limbo.But when he put on such a posture, Zhao Weizhen still felt oppressed.

To use an inappropriate metaphor, it is the feeling of being caught by the principal for cheating in high school, and then multiply it by ten.

But Zhao Weizhen is not afraid, and neither can she.

She let out a breath slowly, still smiling.

"When Duke Xiao promulgated the "Order of Seeking Talents", he didn't specify which one." Zhao Weizhen responded with a smile: "It is said that when the Shang Jun met Xiao Gong, he met three times, and the two hit it off. The first time the Shang Jun lectured on history, the second The second time Lord Shang talked about benevolence, the third time he took out the "Fa Jing" and reused it."

The strategists at the end of the Warring States period were basically like this.Whichever plan can be used if it can be reused by the monarch and can do practical things for the country it relies on.

Zhao Weizhen thinks it is quite realistic.

"The state of Qin has always paid attention to practicality, and the minister also thinks so: as long as it is useful, it doesn't matter which family it belongs to?" she said.

"Then Meng Kai thinks that since it needs to be repaired, which one should be used and how should it be repaired this time?" King Qin asked.

"of course--"

For the latter words, Zhao Weizhen slammed on the brakes and did not say anything.

If there is a way, of course there is!

The conscription system was changed to a military recruitment system, the official system was changed to a procuratorial system, the feudal clan was reduced to strengthen centralization, and so on.

Zhao Weizhen can come up with a series of plans - if he can't think of a new way, why can't she copy the wisdom of later generations?Can't be too advanced, the productivity of the Han Dynasty is always the closest to the present.

"Of course?" King Qin asked.

Zhao Weizhen chose to keep silent.

The words were on the verge of his mouth, and he choked back again. Looking around the world, no courtier dared to do this in front of the King of Qin.

Qin Wangji was not only not angry, but was amused: "Meng Kai has a plan, but he wants to hide it, but he thinks Qin is not worthy?"

"My lord, it's not that I don't say anything." Zhao Weizhen replied, "It can't be used."

In fact, Zhao Weizhen did not dare.

At present, the Central Plains has not yet been unified, and every plan among them has shaken the foundation of Qin's strength.

Unless she was crazy, who would talk about it all!

Zhao Weizhen slandered wildly in his heart: No matter how dare you say it, you hope that Xiao Yingzheng will take everything and improve it, then there must be fate.

King Qin: "Oh? How can a strategy that cannot be used be called a strategy?"

Zhao Weizhen: "It doesn't work now, but it doesn't mean it won't work in the future."

Although at the end of the Warring States period, the reforms of various countries basically gradually abandoned slavery.

But before Xiao Yingzheng established the feudal autocracy () system, these were useless.So Zhao Weizhen felt that he was not telling a lie.

"Besides, I don't know how to use it." Zhao Weizhen said again.

This is also true.

The future Qin Shihuang did everything he should do, but because he walked too fast, it led to the demise of Qin.But how to walk slowly?

Later, Emperor Jing of the Han Dynasty cut down the vassals, which caused resistance from the separatist forces, and came a "Qing Emperor's side".Then release Qin, who can be Qin's Chao Cuo?

All changes have always been risky.

Zhao Weizhen does not know how to avoid these risks.

Her words were sincere, King Qin could also tell that Zhao Weizhen didn't hide it deliberately, what she said was the truth.

It's just that as a monarch, I still feel a little regretful when I hear my ministers say that.

"The widow thought that Meng Wei could come up with a complete set of methods like Lord Shang." King Qin shook his head.

This time Zhao Weizhen really broke out in a cold sweat: "... Your Majesty is too flattering Meng Kai!"

However, having said that, she also secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Who can compare Shang Yang?The king of Qin also understood that it was difficult to produce another Shang Yang, so saying this was only expressing the expectations of the monarch.

"It's been said that Meng Kai has nothing new."

Zhao Weizhen murmured: "I have to tell the minister. Next time, Meng Kai will ask the shopkeeper to watch out for the people in front of the door. If the king comes again, I will hide."

Having said that, he returned to his usual joking tone.

The dialogue between monarchs and ministers has returned to the mode of teasing grandparents and grandchildren.

Qin Wang leaned back happily: "Okay, then don't interrupt when you go to court in the future, the widow can't help seeing you as a straightforward little woman."

Apart from joking, the old man could also tell that Meng Kai was under some pressure.

He did not forget to praise: "Although there is no good strategy, there are still problems. The Qin court has countless workers, who dares to tell the widow that the Qin law needs to be repaired? When the Shang monarch reformed, it is said that one or two objections would overturn the roof , Now it’s good, everyone is only looking at the immediate self-interest, if it is changed again, it will not be good for them, so they want to maintain the status quo, without any regard.”

Zhao Weizhen's words, to some extent, still entered Qin Wang's heart.

As a monarch, he doesn't care about the boldness of his ministers, what he is afraid of is that they will hold back, think about earning their own money, and are unwilling to speak useful words.

None of the officials spoke, but a woman finished.

When King Qin thought about it, he felt ridiculed and also emotional.

Fortunately, Meng Kai finally came to Qin instead of staying in Handan.The King of Qin thought about what happened a few years ago, and couldn't help sighing: "Back then Zi Chu was the host of Zhao Zhao, if I knew it in advance, I would definitely have to make arrangements."

Zhao Weizhen was at a loss: "Your Majesty?"

King Qin: "Arrange arrangements, Zichu also has a chance to marry you."

Zhao Weizhen: "..."

Is it suitable? This!

From General Lianpo to Lord Pingyuan, and now adding a big devil, everyone has their ideas about her marriage.Although Zhao Weizhen understands that marriage is the most stable alliance besides blood at the moment, but both of them think so, making Zhao Weizhen dumbfounded.

"But Meng Kai is quite satisfied with the present marriage."

Zhao Weizhen laughed and said, "It's definitely not Mr. Chu, but if it weren't for Lu Buwei, Meng Kai might not be able to sit opposite the king and talk to him."

Because Lu Buwei is a businessman through and through, he doesn't care about worldly opinions, and he never despises anyone.

If it were anyone else, Zhao Weizhen didn't think that the other party would run around because "she wanted to be an official".

"Oh?"

The old naughty King Qin immediately put on a gossip attitude: "It is said that Meng Kai is tough and always bullies Mr. Buwei. From this point of view, it turns out that he is flirting and flirting with others. It is no wonder that Mr. Wei has to let him go. And enjoyed it a lot.”

Zhao Weizhen: Wait a minute.

How could Lu Buwei enjoy it? Zhao Weizhen didn't really bully him, and he didn't have the tendency to be abused!

But to say Zhao Weizhen's own opinion——

Disgusting is disgusting, Zhao Weizhen still admires Lu Buwei.

From the perspective of later generations, this person is a speculator.In terms of governing the country, according to historical records, he did not do too many meaningful things.Even in "Historical Records" it is said that he and Zhao Ji disturbed the harem of the Qin State, which is considered rude, but if she is Tai Shigong, writing this kind of gossip must be written like a god.

But Lu Buwei has a good political vision.

Can stand in line, have flexible wrists, and have a bright mind.

Now that he has traveled through time, at least he can confirm that Lu Buwei and Zhao Ji didn't have that affair.Moreover, he has winks and a high emotional intelligence. Although Zhao Weizhen can't understand his fake appearance, she can't deny that this is the most useful disguise for Lu Buwei.

"Meng Kai thinks..."

Zhao Weizhen turned his head to the side: "The love between a man and a woman is only for a while. Marriage and marriage, there are many other factors. Lu Buwei respects me, which is better than——"

"no."

King Qin interrupted Zhao Weizhen directly, and said jokingly: "What's the use of telling the widow what Meng Kai said? If you have the truth, you'd better tell Mr. Buwei."

Zhao Weizhen: "..."

After Qin Wang finished speaking, he shook his head seriously.

"Hey!" He deliberately said: "When a king is in charge, he not only has to manage the family and the country, but also has to take care of the family affairs of the minister, it's hard to kill a widow!"

Zhao Weizhen: "..."

Choke her to death!

Seeing Zhao Weizhen's hesitant and angry reaction, King Qin couldn't stop laughing.

He waved his hand, and the old servant immediately stepped forward, helping King Qin to get up slowly.

"Stop teasing Meng Kai." King Qin said, "You can eat well today, and ask questions. It's better not to provoke people here. Zheng'er, get your brother, and let's go."

Zhao Weizhen hurriedly got up: "Your Majesty, wait a moment, I'll tell people to prepare fish and sauerkraut!"

King Qin couldn't help laughing: "Is there a shortage of fish or vegetables in the palace? It's really as if some people are so rare about your few mouthfuls of food!"

…………

……

After ten days, one night.

Just as Zhao Weizhen was about to take off his bun, Lu Buwei stepped directly into the threshold of the house: "Can Weizhen go to sleep?"

As soon as her hand stopped, she suddenly felt something was wrong: Lu Buwei used to play tricks, and would never directly enter the door.

It's definitely not a good thing at night.

She got up: "But..."

Lu Buwei's tone was quite calm, but his eyes were a little panicked: "There is news from the palace."

Zhao Weizhen's heart sank completely.

So fast?

The king of Qin came to the restaurant that day and saw that he had a good appetite and was in good spirits, and he was clearly on the mend.

She knew that it was almost time, and she also knew that the old man was indeed old, but at that time, seeing that Qin Wangji was still ambitious and humorous, Zhao Weizhen couldn't help but have a hope: maybe he could live longer, maybe he could live longer than the historical record time.

But no.

It's time to come.

Although Zhao Weizhen had only met Qin Wang Yingji a few times, he recognized her and gave her a vacant seat to enter the court, which is considered a kindness of knowledge.

I can't say he has feelings, but Zhao Weizhen absolutely respects him.

It turned out that that day turned out to be a flashback, and it was also the last time with this famous monarch.

For a moment, great sorrow swept over with shock.

"Weizhen doesn't need to be sad." Seeing her face change, Lu Buwei comforted her: "It is said that King Qin walked away in his sleep."

It's not sad...it's more emotional.

She can improve Qin's productivity and allow Xiao Yingzheng to return to Qin early, but Zhao Weizhen's ability may not be able to help the living to prolong their lives.

When the time comes, those who leave will always leave.

The living people around him are still respected elders, so Zhao Weizhen will not be untouched if he just left.

and……

Thinking back to the time when King Qin came to the restaurant, the meaning was different.

He was unwilling to leave like this.Unable to fulfill the long-cherished wish of unification, he is doomed to leave with regret.

That's why Qin Wangji chose to leave the palace, talk to someone, and give him hope.At least in this way, I will leave with hope when I leave.

King Qin Zhaoxiang chose Zhao Weizhen.

What a face this is for her!

"I am fine."

Zhao Weizhen closed his eyes and calmed down: "What do you do next?"

Lu Buwei: "Please Weizhen change clothes, you and I will go to Xianyang Palace together."

The death of the monarch is not a big thing.But all the ministers and workers in Xianyang went out overnight after hearing the news.

Lu Buwei personally helped Zhao Weizhen into the carriage and went straight to Xianyang Palace.

The majestic palace during the day is shrouded in an inexplicable sense of oppression after nightfall.The carriage was swaying as it was going fast, Zhao Weizhen lifted the curtain, only to see the long road was empty and narrow, and the high walls on both sides seemed to be squeezed, making people breathless.

When Lu Buwei and Zhao Weizhen rushed to the Xianyang Palace bedroom, most of the Qin clan and ministers had already arrived.

No one dared to speak.

Silent death lay in the air.

Xu Shi sensed Zhao Weizhen's unease, Lu Buwei didn't move his face, but he touched her hand lightly in private.

The winter night was extremely cold, but his broad palms were warm and dry.The brief contact made Zhao Weizhen pause, and turned his head to face each other. The care and relief in the latter's eyes seemed very real.

After waiting for a long time, the bedroom door opened.

Zhao Weizhen had never experienced a national funeral. She thought it would be a historian or a personal servant who came to announce the situation, but the heavy palace gate was pushed open by the eunuch, and the figure who stepped over the threshold was a child.

Outside the palace, the flames were dimly lit, lengthening Ying Zheng's shadow.

With solemn steps, he walked out of the shadows and came under the eyes of everyone.

Ying Zheng held a sword in his hand.

The seven-year-old child faced countless pairs of eyes, but he didn't show any fear or tension.Ying Zheng looked around blankly, and then said loudly, "Where is Mrs. Meng Wei?"

Zhao Weizhen was shocked.

She raised her head suddenly, looking across the officials from a long distance and in the dim light of the night, Ying Zheng's dark eyes were still facing Zhao Weizhen's.

Lu Buwei gently pushed Zhao Weizhen.

Only then did she come to her senses, picked up her sleeves, and walked forward maintaining her composure: "Meng Kai is here."

Ying Zheng struggled to hold up the bronze sword in his hand.

"The former king has orders." He said loudly, and the child's voice echoed in the night sky: "When talking about the wife, she does not take charge of state affairs, and does not use swords or spears. She is a neutral spectator in the Qin court. Therefore, the former king gave his wife a commandment sword, thinking that he would supervise the Qin court. .When the world is unified, the wife will hand it over to the monarch in person.”

Zhao Weizhen was stunned.

Not only her, everyone present was stunned.

Standing on the steps, Ying Zheng lowered his eyes.

In Handan in the past, when others bullied him, how Zhao Weizhen handed Qin Jian over to him, and how Ying Zheng handed Qin Jian back.

The immature Ying Zheng raised his voice, "You still haven't picked up the sword yet?"