Prime Minister of Great Qin

Chapter 319: Bridging things? (33)

heard.

Xiang Liang was delighted.

He quickly asked: "Brother Fan, please give me some advice."

Fan Zeng stood with his hands behind his hands, looking at the calm water, and said calmly: "There are constant turmoil in the world today, mainly led by Qin Ting. In addition, Qin Ting is already strong, which will create an illusion that the world has returned to Qin. However, no matter how Qin Ting struggles, , no matter how hard we try to cover it up, we still can’t respond to one thing, that is, the gap between east and west.”

"And this is the fundamental reason why the world will be in chaos in the future."

"The languages, scripts, currencies, and even customs of different places are different. Is it easy to bridge the differences between the east and the west? Even though the First Emperor had a mind that transcended the past and the present, it was still difficult for him to do so. Support the sky.”

"Indeed."

"The First Emperor has done many things over the years."

"Every move can be described as a grand gesture."

"In one piece, we planned out the new institutional framework of the Qin Dynasty, organized counties and counties, appointed officials, promoted administration, and abolished the old laws. Everything was done smoothly and convincingly. Even if the First Emperor had such ambitions, how could he bridge the gap between the East and the West? Can one person do it?”

"He can't."

"Not only the First Emperor couldn't do it, but others couldn't do it either."

"It's just that compared to the rampage in the past, Qin Ting has become a lot softer now. He is no longer obsessed with implementing administrative orders. Instead, he has begun to pay attention to internal affairs and try to reverse the situation from within. However, in the end, he only treats the symptoms but not the root cause. "

"The danger of Great Qin lies in this difference."

"No matter how many measures the First Emperor takes, there is no way to solve it."

"But the First Emperor implemented the 'rule' of the world." Xiang Liang said with some uncertainty.

Fan Zeng sneered and said disdainfully: "The world is unified, has Great Qin achieved it? Has the local government really implemented it? Qin implemented Qin's half liang, how many people in the world are using it? Qin's weights and measures, how many markets are there? Use? As for writing and language, how can these deep-rooted things be easily changed by a decree? "

"and"

Fan Zeng paused and said indifferently: "Da Qin is going in the wrong direction."

"In the past few years, the Qin court has gradually exerted its efforts, making the world feel the pressure. From the beginning, it rectified the merchants, and then began to clean up the accumulated abuses of their military merits, and now it has begun to rectify the administration of officials. It can be seen that Qin Ting is indeed changing in a good direction, but if it is wrong, it is wrong."

"These changes will only be counterproductive to the world."

"Because there is no way for scholars to rise."

"Since the Zhou Dynasty, the world has been ruled by scholars."

"Since the founding of the Qin Dynasty, it has actually opened its doors to scholars, allowing many scholars to serve as local officials. However, there is not much room for promotion, but it can barely stop the public from talking about it, and then With Fusu being established as the crown prince, the Qin court began to improve the long-standing disadvantages of military merit and titles, and proposed that soldiers who had achieved military merit exchange their merit rewards with official positions."

"This undoubtedly completely blocked the path of officialdom for Kanto scholars."

"All the officials in the world are from Qin."

"How can this not make the scholars angry and dissatisfied?"

"How can we not make more and more people dissatisfied and eventually join the anti-Qin movement?"

"The world will eventually turn against you!"

"Scholars are the foundation of the world, but Qin Ting ignored them."

"Without scholars to bridge the gap between the east and the west, the Qin Dynasty will only become more turbulent in the future. When the turmoil becomes so serious that even the Qin court cannot be frightened, it will be a time of great chaos in the world."

"Now Qin Ting's improvement is just a dying struggle."

"But I have to admit it."

"Under Qin Ting's actions, many officials were beguiled and thought that Qin Ting was gradually strengthening its control over the world. Then they began to waver, and even took the initiative to turn to Qin Ting. However, this was just because they did not see the general trend of the world clearly. .”

Speaking of which.

Fan Zeng sneered.

He looked down upon these officials.

After all, these local officials are too short-sighted and can only see the short-term interests and cannot see the long-term. They think that before others have reacted, they can show their loyalty to Qin in advance in exchange for Qin Ting's trust. Then make his career more stable, but he doesn't know that this is the real way to die.

When the world is in chaos, these people will be the first to die.

But in this treacherous world, how many people can see clearly the illusion?

Destined to be a minority.

Especially under the pressure of Qin Ting, it is reasonable to lose sense of proportion and make wrong decisions for a moment, but if you make a mistake, you are destined to pay the price.

Cook oil over high heat.

It will only be burned clean in the end!

Xiang Liang was overjoyed when he heard Fan Zeng's explanation.

I just felt that the clouds were clearing, and my initially uneasy mood immediately calmed down.

He nodded repeatedly and said: "What Brother Fan said is absolutely true. However, this is the cunning point of Qin Ting. It is clear that the situation is over, but it still struggles to the death, trying to save the situation. But when the building collapses, these officials who took refuge in the past, I’m just afraid that I will be even more resentful towards Tyrannical Qin.”

"With Brother Fan's explanation, Xiang Liang suddenly became enlightened."

"Thank you, Brother Fan."

Xiang Liang bowed.

Fan Zeng stretched out his hand to help Xiang Liang up and said in a deep voice: "It's not yet time to be optimistic. The general trend of the world has indeed not changed. However, the changes in the Qin court in the past two years have undoubtedly caused many changes in the world. Now many officials have been affected. Influence, taking the initiative to seek refuge in the past will undoubtedly greatly damage the restoration forces. If there is chaos in the world in the future, it may be difficult to gather strength in the short term."

"It really has to be noted."

Xiang Liang nodded.

At this time.

Xiang Yu asked curiously: "According to your opinion, sir, the world of Qin will definitely be scattered into four parts? Or will it definitely return to the old feudal lords?"

Fan Zeng showed hesitation and said uncertainly: "Judging from the current situation in the world, it is indeed the case. At least the local people's grievances have not been resolved, and the differences between the East and the West have not been bridged. This status quo is difficult to change. Forcibly twisting it will only lead to the difficulties of the Qin court. situation."

"Of course this is not necessarily the case."

"It's just that in comparison, the enfeoffment system is more suitable."

"After all, it is too difficult to forcibly bridge things. It cannot be done in a short time."

"And once it lasts for a long time, it will fall into a struggle for hegemony among the heroes."

"It goes around and over again, and it's hard to make a breakthrough."

Fan Zeng is actually not sure about the ultimate direction of the world.

Since the beginning of the struggle for supremacy among the Seven Kingdoms, the concept of "holding on to one" has appeared in the world. However, as of now, the effect of "holding on to one" is not good. Even all the forces in the world are more tired than when the Seven Kingdoms stood together.

In practical terms.

Enfeoffment is indeed a better choice.

Xiang Yu's eyes were full of pride and he said loudly: "Then I, the Xiang clan, will rebuild the Chu Kingdom."

Xiang Liang was not as active as Xiang Yu.

He thought over and over what Fan Zeng said in his mind.He could certainly hear that the biggest problem in the world was the cultural difference between the East and the West. This difference could not be bridged by Qin Ting. Even if Qin Ting made a lot of efforts, it was still to no avail. As long as this difference persisted, Qin's governance of the world would be It will continue to worsen, eventually causing dissatisfaction from all over the world, and then triggering a world chaos.

It’s just that this world chaos is destined to last for some time.

He Xiang couldn't see that long term.

At least he can't look too far now. What he is more concerned about now is the attitude of these officials. Whether these people have really defected to Qin Ting and whether they have really betrayed them. If this is the case, their future situation in Jiangdong may be difficult. a lot of.

As the head of the Xiang clan, he had to think carefully.

Xiang Liang said solemnly: "I actually have one more thing to ask you now. In Brother Fan's opinion, have the officials of Kuaiji County really taken refuge in the Qin court? If they really have taken refuge in the Qin court, our Xiang family may not be able to live in Jiangdong in the future. It will be so easy."

Fan Zeng was silent.

He glanced at Xiang Liang and sighed: "Actually, you already have the answer in your mind."

"I know a lot about the situation in Kuaiji, but I'm afraid you know more. This time, Qin Ting was able to attack so quickly, and the intensity of the rectification of local officials was completely beyond everyone's imagination. If the local officials did not defect to Qin Ting, I’m afraid you won’t believe it yourself.”

"And without these people pointing out your whereabouts, even if Qin Ting comes menacingly, you will definitely have a chance to escape."

"But what's the truth?"

"Except for you, Xiang, there are basically no other nobles out there."

"And this may not be Qin Ting's plan. Qin Ting knew that he was unable to reverse the situation, so he set up a plan to strengthen local control and weaken the power of the nobles. Through these means, Qin Ting It is to delay the chaos in the world as long as possible, and then buy yourself more time."

aside.

Xiang Yu shook his head helplessly.

He complained slightly: "My uncle has heard what this gentleman said, and he should know clearly that my suggestion that day was probably the most appropriate choice. We should not have backed down at the beginning, but should have faced the difficulties and attacked the Qin people. Since the Qin people dared to catch us by surprise, why can't we retaliate in the same way as they did?"

"At present, fighter planes are delayed and will only become more and more passive."

heard.

Fan Zeng's eyes showed a strange color.

He asked curiously: "I wonder what suggestion this wise nephew made?"

The corner of Xiang Liang's mouth twitched slightly, he was reluctant to say it, and just rolled his eyes at Xiang Yu speechlessly.

That's not a good idea.

That was obviously to let their Xiang family die.

Seeing that his uncle refused to speak, Xiang Yu spoke frankly. He said in a deep voice: "On that day, my uncle received a letter from my husband and ordered the clan to move. However, Xiang Yu has a different view on this. I don't think our Xiang family can do this. He was timid and pursued perfection, but when he took the initiative, the First Emperor did not have many soldiers accompanying him this time.”

"The Qin court wants to encircle and suppress us, so it is destined to divide its forces."

"That gives us an opportunity."

"Destroy them one by one?" Fan Zeng looked surprised.

What a ridiculous idea is this?
The Qin army was several times more numerous than the Chu nobles and had sophisticated weapons. The Chu nobles simply couldn't resist it. If they really took the initiative to cause trouble for the Qin army, wouldn't they be throwing an egg at a stone?

However, Xiang Liang shook his head in embarrassment at Fan Zeng's thoughts.

He gave Xiang Yu a hard look and said angrily: "My nephew is even more ambitious than this. He doesn't want to cause trouble for the Qin army, but he wants to lead my thousands of Xiang clan and beg for money from other nobles." We have several hundred strong men to go straight to Huanglong and attack Danyang."

"This boy also plausibly said that the Qin army had not been defeated for a long time, so he must be arrogant. If the Qin army really wanted to attack the nobles of the six countries, they would definitely send a large number of soldiers out. Then the number of soldiers left in the city to protect the First Emperor would not be certain. There will be too many, which gives them an opportunity to take advantage of them. If they calculate with intention but without intention, they can catch the Qin people by surprise, and they may get miraculous results."

"Even if we can't capture the city, we can definitely get the Qin army to come back for reinforcements."

"This also relieves the danger of other nobles."

"Furthermore."

"The nobles of the six countries have been in decline for a long time."

"It takes a fight to declare the world."

"The blood of the nobles of the six countries has not yet cooled, and they still have the power to fight."

Xiang Liang told Xiang Yu's thoughts, but there was unconcealable contempt and helplessness in his eyes.

If it weren't for his nephew.

If it had been someone else in the clan who had made this suggestion, he would have kicked him out as soon as possible, and even served him with a stick. He would not tolerate such nonsense at all.

Xiang Yu raised his head high.

His eyes were full of rebelliousness.

He didn't think there was anything wrong with his suggestion.

On the contrary, I think it is because my uncle does not understand changes, let alone assess the situation. He only knows how to act according to the military strategy and has no independent opinions of his own. How can he succeed if he is so timid and fearful of things?
As a general, if you don't have the courage to make a desperate move, how can you compete with the powerful Qin?
How can the violent Qin be destroyed?

immediately.

Xiang Yu noticed something strange.

The gentleman didn't seem averse to his own advice.

This made Xiang Yu's eyes light up.

He took the initiative and said: "I, Xiang Yu, dare to propose such a rash strategy, because I have my own ideas. Our Xiang family is based in Jiangdong. If the children of the clan put on linen clothes, they will be no different from the nearby Guizhou leaders. However, the Qin army and these Over the years, I have had almost no defeats, and I have not encountered any obstacles near Yunmeng, so I must be feeling relaxed."

"We took the opportunity to sneak into the city, take advantage of their unpreparedness, and seize their armor."

"Then I, the Xiang clan, can immediately have thousands of elite troops. Such a large army is enough to cause a storm in the city. If we move quickly, we can even penetrate into the palace of the First Emperor. With Xiang Yu leading the army, even if there are thousands of troops blocking the way of the First Emperor. , I, Xiang Yu, can also take down the head of the First Emperor among thousands of people. Without the First Emperor, Qin will be nothing but a piece of loose sand, and there is nothing to fear."

"If I, the Xiang family, take the lead in taking action, all parts of the world will take action one after another."

“Great things can be accomplished.”

"Even if I fail to kill the First Emperor in the end, I, Xiang Yu, am confident that I can lead my descendants of the Xiang family to escape unscathed, thereby making a name for myself in one battle, sweeping away the resentment of the past grievances, and inspiring the hearts of the restoration people."

"As for the local officials who are worried about my uncle."

"If they really betrayed my Xiang family, I would kill them with one sword. Why should I guess their intentions?"

"I, the nobles of the Six Nations, have been too frustrated these past years."

"It should be washed away with the blood of Qin people!"

"If my uncle is willing to hand over all the best men of the Xiang family to me, and can persuade other nobles to hand over their best men to me, I can have at least five or six thousand men in my hands, enough to fight the Qin army undefeated, or even defeat the enemy. Win and show off our mighty power."

Xiang Yu's eyes shone.

Speak out all your thoughts.

But Xiang Liang's face was already as dark as ink.

If Fan Zeng hadn't been by his side, he would have been unable to suppress the anger in his heart and drew his sword to strike at him.

And when he heard that Xiang Yu was still talking so shamelessly, Xiang Liang's body was shaking with anger. Finally, he couldn't bear it anymore and shouted angrily: "Brother Fan and I are here to discuss important matters. Is it your turn to talk nonsense here?"

"Shut up!!!"

　Today is the fourth watch.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)