Great Qin had a prosperous age

Chapter 534: You are all Xiuer (please give me a monthly recommendation ticket!)
"Shouyang Mountain?"

When the second son heard this place name, he couldn't help but feel shocked.

Shouyang Mountain has been famous all over the world in the past dynasties, and this place should be related to Boyi and Shuqi.

Boyi and Shuqi are the two sons of the king of Guzhu Kingdom. After his father died, he ordered Shuqi to succeed him. Shuqi thought that Boyi was the eldest son and gave way to him. Boyi thought that his father's orders could not be violated, so he ran away. Shuqi Nor would he succeed to the throne and run away.

When King Wu defeated Zhou, he marched with the memorial tablet of King Wen in his chariot.Boyi and Shuqi knocked on their horses and remonstrated: "If a father dies without burial, is it filial piety? Is it loyalty to kill the king with a minister?"

The guards wanted to kill them, but Jiang Taigong said, "This is a righteous man." The guards drove them away.King Wu gathered 70 princes in Mengjin, and after crossing the river, he sent troops to Muye. King Zhou of Yin sent [-] troops to resist. The slaves rebelled against Zhou in front of the battle array. King Zhou burned himself in Lutai, and the Shang Dynasty was destroyed.

Boyi and Shuqi were ashamed to eat Zhou millet.So they lived in seclusion in Shouyang Mountain, picking weeds and eating them. A woman said: "Ziyi does not eat Zhou millet, which is also Zhou's vegetation." The two were ashamed and angry, died of hunger strike, and were buried in Shouyang Mountain.Boyi and Shuqi were highly praised in the past dynasties, and they were called "two sages" and "two gentlemen".

The allusion behind this Yangshan poem is well known to literati of all dynasties.The era when this story took place was not that far away from the pre-Qin Dynasty. Even the illiterate warrior Jiujiu had heard the name of Boyi Shuqi, the land of Shouyang in Guandong.

When Mao Jiao mentioned this minister, he not only expressed his noble moral integrity, but also meant that he would sacrifice himself to achieve great justice.

The historian on one side frowned, his ears seemed to be shaken by the sound of a copper bell, and his pupils were shining with admiration. Although it was a few words to record today's events, it was of great significance to future generations.The aristocratic spirit of the pre-Qin period was perfectly inherited in the Qin Dynasty, and among the courtiers of the Great Qin Empire, there were still such gentlemen.

If this matter spreads to the world, scholars all over the world will naturally be full of yearning for Xianyang Palace.

I would rather die!I wish to achieve great righteousness and set an example for people all over the world.

It is precisely because Mao Jiao has the meaning of martyrdom that these words are like the first thunder in spring, seeming to wake up the ministers in the court who are busy fighting for power.

At this moment, all of them had surprised expressions on their faces. Feng Quji also didn't expect that Mao Jiao wouldn't say anything, but once he said it, it would be like a mountain shaking and the earth shaking, shocking people's hearts.

Although the court of the empire is roughly divided into two factions, there are also speculators in these two factions.But there is no doubt that each minister is standing here with different purposes.

Some people want to keep their power, some want to eradicate their opponents, some want to protect the interests of their children and grandchildren, and a small number of people are for the sake of the world.

It seems that this small group of people who serve the world are weak in power, but it is often them who strategizes and maneuvers to ease the contradiction between the ruling class and the ruled class.

If there are no such people in the high-level of a country, and they only protect their own interests, then the people at the bottom will inevitably be oppressed, the national power will wither, and the dynasty will change; sometimes, there are such people in the high-level, but if these people Delayed access to power, or too little power, and being suppressed will also lead to the same situation.

In today's government, Fusu looked at the government and the public, and there were very few people who could truly consider the future of the empire.

But now, one person is speaking out to awaken this awareness.

Fusu was naturally moved when he heard Mao Jiao's words.Mao Jiao intended to turn the reforms into jade and silk, so that the Qin Empire could stop the internal disputes and work together to assist the emperor.

Fusu expressed his appreciation for Mao Jiao's courage.

The atmosphere in the hall suddenly became solemn again, and more people had a look of shame on their faces.After all, the Second Emperor was more benevolent and righteous to them than the late Emperor.

In the Dazheng Hall, the courtiers of the Qin State had long been accustomed to reporting good news but not bad news when they went to court.The world was not at peace, good news came one after another, and famous ministers gathered together. After the world was peaceful, all the ministers were busy singing praises and deceiving the superiors and subordinates.

All in all, this situation is really rare nowadays.Seeing the three princes and nine ministers in the court arguing openly and secretly over one thing, almost all of them turned red.

One wave after another, and now a senior and famous doctor suddenly appeared. He insisted on releasing the people on both sides. People go down one step.

Today's court meeting will undoubtedly have a far-reaching impact on the Great Qin Empire.Everyone gained a new insight from this court meeting.

Even Qin II himself discovered more and more that the bait of power would make courtiers fight to the death, and he also discovered the internal friction this internal power struggle brought to national strength.

Although we all share the same circle of the empire's top decision-making elites, not only have they failed to decentralize power and alleviate social conflicts, but those who are standing in the toilet and not taking a shit are throwing turd balls at each other!
Can this be a good thing?
no way!

However, Mao Jiao's last suggestion had a miraculous effect.

When someone suggested taking down the roof, someone agreed to open the windows.

Zhang Cang heard that Mao Jiao, the admonishing doctor, wanted to exchange his own life for everyone else's lives. Although Zhang Cang realized that Mao Jiao's suggestion was very inappropriate, Zhang Cang was very alert and immediately told the emperor:
"Your Majesty, although the imperial censor is extremely loyal, it is obvious to all the ministers. The Dukes are even more heroic. Logically speaking, they cannot engage in collusion and rebellion. However, I believe that this incident has shocked Guanzhong. If Your Majesty does not impose punishment, it may be difficult to do so. Conquer the public.”

Feng Quji also said hurriedly:

"Your Majesty the Emperor, I think what Taixue Ling said is very true. However, I believe that this matter has indeed caused an uproar in the court. I am deeply moved and ashamed by what Dr. Mao said. As the leader of hundreds of officials, I must be responsible for my words and deeds. It was inappropriate, and he failed to set a good example for the ministers in the court, and actually caused the ministers in the court to quarrel over a case, causing the situation in the court today, and people's hearts are divided."

"Your Majesty - I am guilty. I am ashamed of my late emperor, and I am even more ashamed of my trust in your majesty. I ask your majesty to punish me."

As he spoke, Feng Quji bent his waist as low as possible.

Some swords have no body, and if they stab someone, they won't reveal the wound immediately, but the stab will make their head buzz.

These warriors did not expect that the prime minister and the admonishing doctor Mao Jiao, two people who were well-read in poetry and books, faced this situation and chose to hurt themselves to save others.

Under the combined attacks of Mao Jiao and Feng Quji, the dukes of the empire suddenly looked like ape-men who only knew how to eat fruit in the mountains and forests. Their bodies were stiff and their facial expressions were very uncoordinated.

They stared blankly at the admonishing doctor standing in front who threatened to commit suicide, and the prime minister who asked for punishment, but they could not come up with any countermeasures.

What a show!It was indeed a good show today, which really made some opportunistic ministers in the court watch enough.

Obviously, the warriors of the empire will only use their advantages on the battlefield, but in the court, they are like monkeys who can only shout.

The county officials who returned to Xianyang were frightened when they saw this situation.

In terms of means, the Prime Minister is obviously better than all of them.

At this time, the ministers who were surprised again and again turned their attention to their emperor.

These ministers talk more and talk less, and in the end they have to rely on the emperor to make a decision and issue a copper edict to inform the ministers.

The Second Emperor was sitting on a high platform in the distance, 12 meters away from the ministers. Coupled with his own hair, he perfectly covered the emperor's crazily raised corners of his mouth.

Fusu smiled because he admired the methods of the courtiers.After experiencing this debate, Fusu clearly saw that the warriors of the empire had been completely defeated by the group of strategists in the court.Their arrogance in the court was half gone, and each of them lowered their heads, or looked left and right, seeking comfort from the eyes of their allies.

Although this is a good opportunity to kill the military family, Fusu can't do it.

Second Su Rong:
"I already understand what Doctor Mao is thinking. A broad-minded and insightful man like Doctor Mao is truly a treasure of the empire. Naturally, I am reluctant to let Doctor Mao return to Shouyang Mountain. But this matter is of great importance. I think, Both sides are at fault this time.”

After saying this, Fusu paused deliberately, but saw that none of the ministers had a particularly big reaction.

That's it!Best solution.

"The censor acted impulsively, and I will remove him from his official position. However, he can serve his crime and go to the land of Jingchu to supervise the army on my behalf. As for the twelve dukes, I will naturally have to punish him. From now on, everyone involved in the case will be deprived of his official position."

When Meng Tian heard this, he naturally took a deep breath.He knew that the reason why the emperor promised him to punish Wang Wu was to take the opportunity to attack military exploits and others by retreating.

Sure enough.

"I think that all the princes are important ministers who have assisted the late emperor and made great achievements. They should retain their titles, houses, and towns, and they should stay at home to pay for their taxes."

"I will make another decision when the Prime Minister investigates this matter clearly and clears the name of all the gentlemen."

After hearing such news, the ministers with military merit in the DPRK were naturally dissatisfied.The emperor only lost one censor, but twelve Dukes in the court were implicated.

This is almost a devastating blow to the imperial military nobles and their like!

The person who handled this matter was Feng Quji, an old fox.

Yin Tong and others were itching their teeth with hatred.

Meng Tian took the initiative and said:
"Your Majesty is wise. The old minister thinks that this matter is enough to convince everyone in Guanzhong."

As soon as Meng Tian opened his mouth, he was like a little sparrow seeing a big goose. They were as quiet as little girls.

In terms of emotion and reason, the Twelfth Duke did go too far this time.After some court debates, Qin's jiujiu warriors naturally had no reason to defend them.

This time, it was Fusu's turn to look at the disgusted expressions of the ministers.

There was silence in the court, but Fusu saw that except for Xin Dang, everyone else looked reluctant.Feng Quji's original cheerfulness disappeared without a trace of laughter.This villain, Mao Jiao, ruined my good deeds at a critical moment.He asked the emperor to be this good man. People from military families were not fools. If the emperor gave up this opportunity, they would definitely give him three points.

What happened today made the emperor become a good person.Deal with it fairly!This prestige is achieved!

The greater the emperor's influence and appeal, the more passive he, the prime minister, will be.

Feng Quji had no choice but to swallow this breath.

However, he clearly felt that the emperor's prestige and appeal among the courtiers were even greater than before.The development and growth of the new party is simply rapid.

A mere order from the Ministry of Industry actually dared to protest in court. It was Feng Quji who had underestimated these small officials and positions in the past.

(End of this chapter)