Great Qin had a prosperous age

Chapter 639 Ultimatum

"Do you think His Majesty trusts me?"

"To confer the position of censor to the public, it is natural for someone who has once trusted me."

"Then tell me, why was I demoted to this place where nothing matters?"

Jingchu is Xiao He's home. When Wang Wu said this about the land of Jingchu, Xiao He naturally looked embarrassed.

"Xiao He doesn't know."

"Xiao He, don't be angry about what I said. I told you that I am a rough man. I grew up in Guanzhong and have never been to Jingchu several times in my life. This time I went to Jingchu and got sick several times. , so it’s not acclimatized.”

After hearing this, Xiao He couldn't help being concerned.

"I wonder if you are still feeling well now?"

Wang Wu stroked his beard and smiled:

"The physical illness can be eliminated, but the mental illness cannot be eliminated."

Xiao He was speechless.

"You haven't answered my question yet. Why do you think I came here after being demoted by His Majesty's edict?"

Wang Wu had a tough attitude, and Xiao He knew that if he didn't tell the truth today, he might not be willing to leave.Xiao He opened his mouth and was about to speak, but was interrupted by Wang Wu:

"Your Majesty's ascension to the throne was not a drastic reform, but those military families were dissatisfied with His Majesty from the very beginning. When His Majesty fully implemented the coexistence system of prefectures and states, the Guanzhong standard system, and reduced taxes, this move caused dissatisfaction among many courtiers in the court. Especially the granting of various titles to the princes caused dissatisfaction among the generals."

"That year, if it weren't for His Majesty's reputation for benevolence in his early years, and our ministers' efforts to support him, Xianyang City would have changed hands long ago."

Xiao He just lowered his head and said nothing after hearing this.

"I am not the only one who can be fully trusted by His Majesty when he first ascends the throne. But I am the only one who can be trusted by His Majesty, and can hold the position of the third Duke in the court, adhere to the New Deal, and implement the enfeoffment of Dingbang County."

Xiao He responded:

"Based on your nature and actions, if the prince is not punished, someone will definitely be displeased and continue to make things difficult for your majesty. Therefore, my coming here is really to take the blame for your majesty."

"You can actually guess it. It shows that our stay in Huayang Palace was not in vain."

Xiao He didn't think it was ridicule.On the contrary, as Wang Wu said, what he saw and heard in Huayang Palace made Xiao He realize the contradiction between the ruler and the ruling class, and also made him understand what politics is.

If you don't have power in your hands, then even if you are born as a human being, you will be no different than a fool.

You will never understand why no one dares to disobey Qin Shihuang's edict.

Wang Wu's brows were ignited with worry, and he suddenly said:
"And I also know that this matter will make His Majesty feel indebted to me. So after I left, Your Majesty officially made my nephew the crown prince."

Right now, the second generation owes him favors.

Xiao He said nothing and only listened to Wang Wu continue to speak.Although every sentence is a boast, but if you think about it quietly, what you say is the truth.He just wanted Xiao He to know how important he was to the emperor.Xiao He had already anticipated Wang Wu's purpose of coming today.

"Let me tell you the truth. Under the circumstances at that time, looking at the entire Xianyang City, the only person who could openly support His Majesty was me, Wang Wu. And the backer behind me was Your Majesty."

It’s just the relationship between the sword holder and the sword.

Xiao He understood this meaning and bowed respectfully:

"Your Majesty is sincerely loyal to you, and His Majesty will definitely be grateful to you. Although Xiao He is an official of a county, he has a false name. Hearing the words from the heart of the prince today, I can't help but respect you. You are His Majesty's right-hand man. Your Majesty feels sorry for losing you. I am reluctant to give up. What the prince said today made Xiao He alert."

"It's just that the prince paid a sudden visit today. I'm afraid it wasn't to rekindle old friendship with Xiao He. I don't know what the prince came to do today."

Wang Wu and Xiao He must have met each other before, but their friendship was not deep.Under the circumstances at that time, Wang Wu was a relative of the emperor, while Xiao He was just a retainer of the second generation.

The status of the prince's retainers was naturally not higher than that of his minister, Wang Wu never took Xiao He to heart.

Wang Wu suddenly came over in person today, and Xiao He really felt what it means to be radiant.

The nobility has not yet fallen, but the common people have already risen.

Seeing Xiao Heming's pretentious questioning, Wang Wu stopped making rounds.

"I heard that your Majesty, Commander Xiao, made an agreement."

Xiao He didn't hide it either.

"It is indeed true. However, I have not told the young man about the content of the agreement. It is just nonsense between the two young men."

Wang Wu stroked his beard, a smile appeared on his face, and Youyou asked:
"Is it nothing more than setting an example for the common people in the world?"

Xiao He was extremely surprised when he heard this.

"This is the agreement between Your Majesty and me. How did you know about it? Did Your Majesty tell you?"

"Your Majesty didn't tell me such a thing. It's just that I have been with His Majesty for a long time over the years, so I naturally know what His Majesty is thinking. His Majesty thinks so highly of you not only because you are very talented, but more importantly, you are from a commoner background and you are Chu people. If one day you can stand in the court of Qin, all the scholars in the world will look up to you."

"When the military merits are abolished and the common people cannot be promoted, it will lead to great disasters. Only the scholars recommend this road. A few days ago, hundreds of thousands of Xianyang people were sent to Hengshan County. It was euphemistically called development. Dajiang, in fact, is to rectify the aristocratic family. If the way for the common people to rise is blocked by the nobles, then let them go down. Only His Majesty is willing to think so and is willing to do so."

"Sometimes I can't believe your Majesty, but seeing that your Majesty's actions are supported by many people, I gradually feel that your Majesty is right. Until I heard the news that you were promoted to the county guard, at this time I Only then am I convinced that you are the one chosen by His Majesty to set an example for the common people in the world."

After hearing these words, Xiao He was naturally moved in his heart.

The Second is definitely someone he is willing to loyal to for the rest of his life.

"It's just that now, Your Majesty has just lost his right and left arm, and a large number of ministers in the court have been replaced. There are no powerful ministers around Your Majesty. Aren't you worried about Your Majesty?"

Missing is longing, but worry is not enough. No matter what method or circumstances, what that person wants to do can always be achieved.If he needed him, someone would definitely be sent to pick him up.

Xiao He bowed his hands and said:

"The Lord said this, Xiao He was naturally worried. But when Xiao He thought about it, there are not only the Meng brothers in Xianyang City, but also outstanding men in the Imperial Academy. How can there be a shortage of people around your majesty? Xiao He should not be unfounded."

After Wang Wu heard this, his face turned cold. He got angry and slapped the armrest of the seat with his big hand, causing a loud noise in the room.

Xiao He's expression remained unchanged, he was determined to send this man out today.After all, he heard a lot of tricks.

Wang Wu stood up suddenly, pointed at Xiao He angrily and said:
"I intend to promote you and recommend you to Xianyang City, but you have looked around and talked about him over and over again. From the looks of it, you are determined to toast me this time and not be punished with wine."

Xiao He responded:
"Xiao He made a careless statement today and angered the prince. It is all Xiao He's fault."

Wang Wu hated that iron could not become steel, and said angrily:
"Let me give you a final warning. Even if you get His Majesty's favor, it won't change too much. It's nothing more than a new house in Xianyang City. In the end, those who can gain a firm foothold in front of Your Majesty are all behind the scenes. Backer. Without family power, how can I stand upright in front of His Majesty?"

"I only have thoughts of serving His Majesty, but I don't have the strength to serve His Majesty. What's the use of having such thoughts? It's just a mediocre person!"

(End of this chapter)