Prime Minister of Great Qin

Hu Hai left.

With a look of doubt and confusion.

Regarding Hu Hai's departure, Ying Sinian looked at it curiously and didn't think much about it. He just moved the 'paper' that Hu Hai made to a cool place to prevent the newly made 'paper' from being exposed to the sun. problem appear.

weather is hot.

Ying Si Nian did not stay in the small courtyard for too long.

Went quickly to the shade.

He held a bamboo fan in his right hand and a bowl of herbal tea in his left hand, reading a book quite leisurely.

As for Ji Heng, he didn't bother him. Ji Heng always liked to enjoy the cool air at the door. From time to time he would look through a few bamboo slips, and sometimes he would whisper a few words in a low voice, but he didn't hear them clearly, and some of the words were weird and hard to hear. Give a specific meaning.

The courtyard is quiet.

Only the mulberry trees in the courtyard made a rustling sound under the hot wind.

in the city.

The hot and dry weather has greatly reduced the popularity of the city.

But at this moment, there were a lot more sounds of cars and horses in the city. They were speeding and ramming all the way through the city, as if they were on a straight road, which also shocked the people on the roadside to be confused.

Hu Mansion.

Hu Wujing was already dressed in black and wearing a tall crown.

His expression was somewhat dignified and majestic.

Hu Xianhou was at the side.

Looking at Hu Wujing's spirit, he couldn't help but praise: "My father is majestic. I, Mr. Hu, have been depressed for more than a year. Now it's finally time to be proud. My father is still more majestic in this black suit."

Hu Wujing chuckled lightly, shook his head and said: "It's not the past after all. Back then, I wore a Xie Zhi crown, wore a black robe, held a Wat board, and had a bag hanging around my waist. Everything in it was covered with silver seals and green ribbons. Now it’s just a poor imitation.”

"But after today."

"Your father and I want the official to be reinstated."

"It is even very possible to go one step further. Although it is difficult to be included in the position of prime minister, the position of Jiuqing should be moved forward."

Hu Wujing had a smile on his face.

Hu Xian nodded and said, "My son, I would like to congratulate my father in advance."

"It's just news from Zhao Gao, but is it serious? If something goes wrong, something big will happen."

Hu Xian couldn't help but be suspicious.

Hu Wujing hesitated for a moment, shook his head and said: "This shouldn't happen. Zhao Gao doesn't dare to lie to me. He is the mastermind of this matter. If something really happens, he himself will not be able to escape death, and he cannot die casually. He Since he dares to communicate with us, something must have really happened to the First Emperor, otherwise he would not dare."

"Now everything is ready, all that's left is the final edict."

"Once the edict is in place."

"Master Hu Hai is the second emperor of Qin appointed by the First Emperor."

"General Zhao Tuo and others would have gone to the palace early and controlled the nearby palace gate. When Fusu arrived, they would have fired a volley of arrows and killed Fusu. By then, who would be the ministers of the Manchu Dynasty? Do you dare to question His Majesty’s edict?”

"They can only support Mr. Hu Hai as emperor."

"It's almost time."

"Are the carriages and horses ready?"

"today."

"I, Hu Wujing, will return to the court."

Hu Wujing looked solemn, his eyes full of excitement.

He had been waiting for this moment for too long.

Hu Xian said respectfully: "The carriage and horses have been prepared, just waiting for father to get on the carriage."

Hu Wujing nodded, swung his sleeves, put them behind his back, and strode out of the house.

Although he was wearing black clothes, it seemed extremely hot in this hot summer day, but Hu Wujing didn't care about it. Compared to returning to his official position and enduring this little heat, what did it mean? And isn't he enjoying the dignity brought by this black suit?

Hu Wujing stepped onto the carriage.

Heading towards the palace.

There were people arranged by Zhao Gao outside the palace to meet him.

The reason why Hu Wujing dared to be so bold was not only because he had received a message from Zhao Gao, but also because he had been inquiring about the condition of the First Emperor. In the past few days, the medical clinic in the city had been temporarily closed, and all the imperial doctors attending the clinic were also They were all hurriedly called back to the palace.

The meaning is self-evident.

Besides.

He also heard from other courtiers that the First Emperor's health was getting worse and worse, and he could hardly even preside over the affairs of the court. Nowadays, the great dynasty was basically dominated by Fusu alone. The First Emperor just sat aside and held down the battle, the whole process. Not a few words.

And it's hot today.

The First Emperor was prone to trouble.

He also knew the dangers of this trip.

But he had no choice.

If he didn't dare to give it a try, the Hu family would be destined to decline more and more and become less and less popular. As an important minister who once held great power, he could not accept such a situation.

And what Zhao Gao planned was their best opportunity.

He is a loser.

The same goes for Zhao Gao and Zhao Tuo.

There are also five doctors, Zhao Hai, Yu Shide and so on.

They are all losers.

They are also greedy for power.

The temptation and charm of power are too great for anyone to refuse.

They are all eager to turn around.

Hu Wujing sat upright, although white sweat broke out on his forehead, he remained unmoved.

His mind was no longer in the car, but in the palace and in the court. He was even thinking about how he would face the courtiers when Zhao Gaolisi and others successfully usurped the imperial edict. Not only must he show off his talents, We must also clear our name.

Hu Wujing thought so.

The carriage galloped all the way and had arrived outside the imperial city.

As Hu Wujing handed over a jade seal, his carriage and horses were soon released.

After Hu Wujing's chariots and horses entered, the gate of the imperial city was also closed.

but.

This move did not attract anyone's attention.

It is sparse and ordinary.

in the palace.

Zhao Tuo also wore black Xuanxuan, but what he wore was not the 'Xiezhi crown' worn by officials such as Tingwei and Yushi, but a 'Wuguan'. The 'Wuguan' had a mink tail in front and was decorated with ' "Golden 珰", with a pair of "鹖tail" on both sides, which means to show bravery.

Today, Zhao Tuofei is the commander-in-chief of the South China Sea Army.

Should have worn a Haechi crown.

Now he is wearing a martial arts crown, which means a lot.

But now Zhao Tuo's eyes are full of worry and uneasiness.

He already regretted it.

He regretted that he persuaded Zhao Gao and got involved in this palace internal dispute, especially when he thought about what he was about to do, his face turned bitter. He did admit that he had suffered injustice, and he was indeed dissatisfied with the court, but It’s definitely not to the point of showing off.

If it doesn't work out this time.

Everyone in my clan is in ruins.

Think of this.

Zhao Tuo's face was as gloomy as water.

But soon, his eyes turned firm and decisive.

Open the bow without turning back the arrow.

As the commander-in-chief of the South China Sea Army in the past, he is well aware of this truth and will never change his mind before a battle. Even if he regrets it very much, it is impossible to turn back now, and there is no turning back. Once he gets involved, he can only go one way to the end. .

Otherwise, you will die no matter what.

No one can accept such a minister. Zhao Tuo said in a deep voice: "The matter has come to this, and we can no longer think about it."

"I, Zhao Tuo, have gone through fire and water for His Majesty, and I have done my best for the stability of the world. However, because of an accident in the South China Sea, I have been so neglected."

"My son is still demoted to Guandong, unable to move forward. If there is no accident, it will be difficult to return to Guanzhong. I, Zhao Tuo, was originally the commander-in-chief of Nanhai, but now I am only a guest. The attitude of being disliked by the imperial court has become clear. If it is revealed, it is not because I, Zhao Tuo, have different intentions, but because the imperial court is intolerant."

"I, Zhao Tuo, just want to do more for Great Qin."

"What did I, Zhao Tuo, do wrong?"

"If I had not been bewitched by Zhao Gao at the beginning, I might have had a way out, but since I was obsessed with Zhao Gao at that time, I can't look back. As a general, if I am disloyal to His Majesty and have two minds, any monarch will tolerate me. If I don't die, I can't let you live anymore. There is no way out anyway. Since your Majesty is dead, I can only take one risk for myself."

Say it.

Zhao Tuo's eyes were firm.

He tightened the sword in his hand and looked at the hundreds of guards below.

Completely cruel.

Clang!

A sharp cold light suddenly appeared. Zhao Tuo pulled out his long sword and said solemnly: "Second and third sons, listen to my order and follow me to Zhangtai Palace to change defenses."

"Wait for my follow-up orders from now on."

"set off!"

Zhao Tuo waved his hand and walked at the front.

He did not dare to directly say that something happened to the First Emperor and asked them to guard the palace. He only dared to replace the soldiers who were originally guarding outside Xianyang Palace in the name of changing defenses for subsequent operations. Otherwise, the soldiers below may not agree.

after all

The First Emperor's prestige in the hearts of his subjects was too high.

Let the guards in the palace plot rebellion.

Not realistic at all.

Only when it was confirmed that the First Emperor was dead, the edict planned by Zhao Gao was successful.

Under such circumstances, these soldiers would truly put aside their doubts and obey the orders to attack Fusu.

at the same time.

There are some unusual movements in the palace.

It's just that the movements are slight and not much noticed.

Fusu has not received the news yet.

Still handling the day's government affairs in Xianyang Palace.

the other side.

Zhangtai Palace, the residence of the First Emperor.

Now, there is full martial law outside the palace.

Only in and out.

Zhao Gao did not know when he appeared in the corridor outside the palace. When he saw Zhao Gao appearing, a eunuch ran over from the darkness.

Zhao Gao nodded and hurriedly walked towards the darkness, looking around cautiously, and asked in a low voice: "Is the news you sent wrong? Is your majesty really dying?"

The eunuch nodded quickly and said, "How dare you lie?"

"This is not what Xiao Xiao said, it was said by the imperial doctor in the palace, and Xiao Xiao heard it with his own ears."

"Now all the imperial doctors in the palace have been watched by Zong Zheng. Only two or three people are left in the palace. When I came out, Zong Zheng had already sent someone to call Prime Minister Li Si and His Highness Fusu. His Majesty may really not be able to survive this time." The eunuch looked sad.

Hear the words.

Zhao Gao frowned.

He said coldly: "You mean, you haven't personally confirmed that His Majesty is dead?"

The eunuch smiled bitterly and said: "The chief official is joking. How can a young eunuch be qualified to check these things? Now the young ones are not allowed to even approach His Majesty. Not even the young ones, other eunuchs and maids are also not allowed to approach. This It’s been a few hours.”

Zhao Gao's eyes were uncertain.

He also knew that what the young eunuch said was true.

But I felt a little uneasy in my heart.

It is not certain that the First Emperor is really dead, so there are variables in everything, and this variable is not something they can bear. Once the First Emperor is not dead, and they are exposed, they will all die, and none of them will survive.

Zhao Gao raised his eyes, looked at the vigilant attendants around him, and whispered: "What is the situation in the palace now?"

The eunuch lowered his voice and said: "Now there are only Zong Zheng and two imperial doctors in the palace. As for the eunuchs and maids who originally served His Majesty, they have been called out and are not allowed to approach the hall. However, I listened to the chief official and let the other eunuch go. Instead of doing the errand, I will be the one to deliver the message to His Highness Fusu."

Zhao Gao nodded.

He said solemnly: "You did well."

"You can wait another half-quarter of an hour to pass on Fusu."

"Ah?" The eunuch was stunned and said with some confusion: "Chief official, what are you going to do? It has been delayed a lot of time now. If we delay further, if something happens, I won't be able to bear it."

Zhao Gao closed his eyes slightly and said sadly: "Don't worry, I can't blame you."

"Just do as you're told."

Done.

Zhao Gao then walked towards Zhangtai Palace.

He didn't come close, just waiting aside, as if waiting for someone.

Not a moment.

A panicked figure came into view.

At this moment, Li Si, with messy hair and beard, showed no trace of the prime minister's temperament. He had obviously heard some news.

Zhao Gao showed a touch of respect on his face, walked over, bowed to Li Si very humbly, and said respectfully: "Zhao Gao has met Prime Minister Li."

Li Si frowned and said solemnly: "Zhao Gao?"

"Why are you stopping me?"

"Do you know what a serious crime it is to obstruct a court minister?!"

Zhao Gao smiled and said: "I am a low-ranking official but I have read the laws and regulations thoroughly, so I know the crimes involved."

"The reason why the lower official blocked the Prime Minister is because we have important matters to discuss."

Li Si was unmoved.

He said coldly: "Zhao Gao, I came here this time on your Majesty's order. How dare you stop me?"

Zhao Gao's eyes were uncertain.

He glanced at Zhangtai Palace indifferently, and then looked outside the heavily guarded palace, with a look of fierceness and struggle in his eyes. In the end, his desire for power overcame his rationality and his current uneasiness.

"Your Majesty?" A sneer appeared at the corner of Zhao Gao's lips, he shook his head and said, "The person who sent you the message was not Your Majesty, but Zong Zheng."

"and"

"If there were no accidents, His Majesty would have passed away."

Hear the words.

Li Si's face changed in shock.

With a look of horror on his face, he pointed angrily at Zhao Gao and yelled: "Zhao Gao, do you know what you are talking about?"

"Just these words are enough to kill your three clans!"

After saying the words 'Your Majesty has passed away', Zhao Gao seemed to have completely opened his shackles, his eyes filled with madness and ferocity, and he hissed: "Of course I know what I am talking about? I also know what I am talking about. What."

"But it's true."

"Your Majesty is indeed dead."

"I, Zhao Gao, have been in the palace for many years, and I have a few close people around me."

"And they are all serving His Majesty now."

"I know more about your Majesty's situation than you do. Your Majesty's body has long been overwhelmed. Although the medicine has been used to keep it alive, how long can your dying body survive? The weather is hot in July, Your Majesty. If your body can’t support it, what’s the problem?”

"But none of that matters."

"I, Zhao Gao, don't want to tell you this either."

"I just want to discuss one thing with the Prime Minister this time, one thing related to the Prime Minister's future power."

"Does the Prime Minister really want to assist Fusu?" (End of Chapter)