Da Qin: Rebuked the dissatisfied ministers, held the sword towards the emperor at the beginning

Remember the past.

During the Meng Ao period, the Meng clan could indeed be called the first military martial power family in the Qin Dynasty!

that time.

Wang Jian is at best a mid-level officer. In terms of military merit and qualifications, he can't even compare with the current Ren Xiaofen.

however.

A rebellion by Jun Chengyu of Chang'an.

But it changed the fate of too many people.

Wang Jian achieved his first success and Yang Duanhe emerged.

Also, Lao Ai was promoted to the rank of Marquis of Changxin by virtue of his military merits in countering the rebellion and his initial contribution in driving a car to help the late king.

That is: the reason why Ying Yiren and Lu Buwei were able to escape from death in Handan, Zhao State.

Lao Ai deserves a lot of credit for his driving skills.

Also.

At that time, it was not just the State of Zhao that did not want to let Ying Yiren go, but there were also people within the State of Qin who were eyeing Ying Yiren's return...
And it's not someone else...

It is the current head of the Ying clan: Ying Xi, the eldest son of An Guojun, the eldest brother of Ying Yiren, and the eldest uncle of Qin Shihuang Ying Zheng!

Lord Weiyang was originally the most promising person to become the next King of Qin.

No matter what.

Lu Buwei got through the relationship with the Queen Mother Huayang.

The Queen Mother Huayang was infertile, and she was once a princess of Chu...

So Ying Yiren changed his name to Ying Zichu, and wore Chu clothes to meet the Queen Mother of Huayang, and then successfully gained a major supporter of the Chu family and Qin Chen faction in the imperial capital!
Notice!

For a long time in the Qin State, power was basically in the hands of the Qin Chen faction of the Chu family.

The reason is that Empress Dowager Mi Xuan is too fierce.

The first empress dowager of the Qin Dynasty is really no joke at all.

Although the Empress Dowager Huayang was not as good as the Empress Dowager Mi Xuan, she could still decide the position of crown prince with one word.

It can be seen how powerful the Chu and Qin Chen factions were at the height of their power.

No matter what.

Changpingjun's rebellion turned all this into history.

At the same time, it also harmed Fusu...

"Marquis Wu, don't hesitate any longer!"

Guo Wei Tu Ju said in a deep voice: "Meng Tian only lacks one chance now. As his father, you should plan for him... instead of watching him and the eldest son waste time in the imperial capital."

Fusu is now very close to Mengtian.

This was Ying Zheng's instruction.

After all, the Confucian faction was wiped out by Yin Lie, Fusu lost his master Chun Yuyue, and his political foundation was completely shaken.

Plus……

The negative impact of Changpingjun's rebellion always surrounds Fusu.

Yingzheng should appoint another important minister to protect Fusu.

Meng Tian is the best candidate in Ying Zheng's heart.

That's why.

Only Guowei Tu Ju was certain that as long as he subsequently recommended Meng Tian as the commander-in-chief of the Northern Expedition, the emperor would 100% agree.

Judging from the arrangement of political winds.

Ying Zheng is also waiting for an opportunity for Meng Tian to stand out.

"The greatest military meritorious family in the Qin Dynasty!"

Meng Wu finally responded: "Guowei, this temptation is indeed very great for me. But...how can Guowei guarantee that Your Majesty will make another Northern Expedition?"

Meng Wu tilted his head slightly and continued: "With Li Xin's combat power, coupled with the equipment of saddle, stirrups and horseshoes, he will definitely return in triumph!"

"When the Southern Expedition begins, the whole country will have to devote massive military resources to the southward march to Baiyue!"

"The second Northern Expedition is bound to be far away..."

……

Meng Wu believed that the southern expedition launched by Guo Wei Tu Ju would definitely consume most of the empire's national power in the next few years.

As such.

There was no need for the emperor to start a second Northern Expedition.

The kind of place in the north where there is only grass.

There is no way for Da Qin to immigrate and expand its borders.

As Yin Lie said, the soil and water support the people.

The northern grasslands will continuously cultivate nomadic tribes.

Wild fire, in spring!
"Guowei, the decision to start a war is always in the hands of His Majesty the Emperor."

Meng Wu said seriously: "As ministers, we can only obey our superiors' wishes in this regard."

As soon as Meng Wu said this.

This means that he has begun to lay the groundwork for the purpose of this meeting.

Because Ren Xiao is about to become the son-in-law of Guo Wei Tu Ju.

Therefore, Tu Ju could not recommend himself.

Otherwise, if you make things obvious, it will be too obvious, which will easily fall on people's minds and lead to criticism.

therefore.

Meng Wu is the best candidate to recommend Ren Xiao!
none of them!

to be honest.

When Meng Wu became Ren Xiao's recommender.

The human connections and resources controlled by the Meng clan will be tilted towards Ren Xiao.

Simultaneously.

Ren Xiao is also the son-in-law of Guo Wei Tu Ju.

This means that Ren Xiao will be able to control everything in the Junwu Xungui faction.

In summary.

The emperor had no reason not to let Ren Xiao serve as the general of the Southern Expedition.

After all, there are not many suitable candidates.

No matter how you choose...

The Optimus White Jade Pillar who can truly command hundreds of thousands of warriors!
There really aren’t many suitable ones in Da Qin right now.

The father and son of Marquis Wu Cheng and Marquis Tong Wu of the Junwu family have sufficient military qualifications, abilities, prestige, and military merits!
The only drawback is: the credit is too high!
Ying Zheng will not use it easily until it is a last resort.

Meng Wu has the qualifications, but lacks the ability to lead troops.

Shangqing Mengyi has the burden of a long voyage.

Jiuqing Guardsman Meng Tian... is a suitable candidate.

The veteran general Hegong is getting older.

And most importantly...

The Southern Expedition needed to be conquered and incorporated into the territory of the Qin Dynasty, so there was no way to temporarily activate the beheading system.

As such.

There is no way for Duke Hui to take up the post, and there are some legal problems.

In the past, Duke Heng was beaten to death by Lu Buwei. The crime was that he ignored the new military regulations and killed [-] Zhao soldiers without authorization.

Therefore.

Duke Lu was directly demoted from the border guard to a commoner.

And Ying Zheng's usage of the beheading system is... depending on the situation, use it flexibly.

That is to say, let Duke He go on a northern expedition and chop off the heads of the Huns to build a temple in Beijing. There is nothing wrong with that.

The southern expedition will not work.

Look at Ren Xiao again...

If Ren Xiao is not the son-in-law of Guo Wei Tu Ju, or if something big happens on the front line, theoretically he is not qualified.

That is: if Ren Xiao serves as a forward general, no one will think there is a problem.

But if he becomes the commander-in-chief of the Southern Expedition...

Let alone the emperor.

It is estimated that the soldiers below also had to murmur.

But Ren Xiaoruo was the son-in-law of Guo Wei, and he was recommended by Meng Wu, and appointed by the emperor!
Three factors superimpose!

Ren Xiao now has the power to lead!

Only then can the military's morale be stable!

Closer to home.

When Tu Ju, the country's captain, saw Meng Wu, he expressed his concerns.

He also understands...

I'm afraid that if we don't have a heart-to-heart talk today, we won't be able to completely dispel Meng Wu's concerns.

After pondering for a while.

Guowei Tu Ju said slowly: "Marquis Wu! As we all know, the most direct reason for Li Xin's Northern Expedition is the meteorite falling from the sky on Dongjun. There is also a destiny prophecy engraved on it: Hu will destroy Qin."

"In order to maintain the legal system of the empire, Li Xin was ordered to lead the elite troops in the Northern Expedition. The strategic purpose was to banish the wolf to Xu, drink from the vast sea of ​​horses, and at the same time bring back the Xiongnu's Jinren."

"In order to completely eliminate the unrest in the hearts of Kyushu caused by the prediction of the destiny meteorite."

……

Guowei Tu Ju arranged the Dongjun meteorite case.

His original intention was actually to directly recommend Meng Tian as the commander-in-chief of the Northern Expedition.

Since then.

Launch another southern expedition.

Let Meng Wu nominate him as the general to march south to Baiyue.

That's right.Tu Ju really thought about leading his army to the south personally.

But now the strategy and tactics of the Northern Expedition, as well as the selection of the generals, have been blocked in advance by Yin Lie and Li Xin.

Tu Ju could only settle for the next best thing.

His relationship with Meng Wu also changed.

You recommended my son-in-law.

I recommend your son.

We have made a private agreement with each other, and there is no deviation in the interests of both parties!

This is what Tu Ju can do...

The most appropriate arrangement.

"As the saying goes, if there is one, there are two!"

Tu Ju put his hands on the fence of the pavilion. He looked at the calm lake in front of him and said: "What has been done will be done again! What has been done will be done again! Since it was the first time The Northern Expedition started due to a meteorite falling from the sky, so if you want to launch a second Northern Expedition... Wuhou! We shouldn’t have to explain many things clearly between us, you understand!"

That's all!
Tu Jutong admitted it in front of Meng Wu.

The East County Meteorite Case.

It was he who was behind the scenes and adding fuel to the fire.

Military Marquis Ren Xiao may have been involved, but he did not intervene directly.

and so.

Hei Bingtai was unable to find out even the slightest substantive clues from Ren Xiao, and wasted a lot of time.

The reason is that...

Guowei Tu Ju was well aware of his son-in-law's character, who was a little reckless but also extremely nostalgic for old feelings.

Such a person is suitable to be a son-in-law.

But it must not be used as a white glove.

Everyone has a corresponding usage.

In a way...

Ren Xiao is also lucky and does not need to directly do something disloyal and disloyal.

"I understand."

Meng Wu glanced at the deep gazes of the people around him looking at the lake.

Although he was mentally prepared.

But when Tu Ju confessed the answer himself!

Meng Wu still felt mixed emotions in his heart.

He and Guo Wei Tu Ju had been together in the officialdom for half their lives. They had been colleagues for so many years, but they had initially maintained the loyalty and honor in their hearts!

Unfortunately!
Now Guo Wei Tuju... has given up most of his loyalty, leaving only the ever-expanding glory.

Meng Wu placed his youthful glory on his two sons.

This made his loyalty to Da Qin and the First Emperor even more unwavering!

In summary.

The two had the same starting point.

But ultimately took a different path.

perhaps.

This is also the pain that Guowei Tu Ju felt when he did not have the bloodline of his legitimate son!

Meng Wu and his wife were extremely affectionate, and the two sons they gave birth to: Meng Tian and Meng Yi, were both excellent. They grew up with the emperor and had a bright future.

On the other hand, Guo Wei Tuju's wife died after giving birth to a daughter, although his concubine also gave birth to a son in recent years.

But Tu Ju's mentality has obviously changed.

This transformation is irreversible.

Tu Ju had no bloodline for a long time, and his relationship with his daughter Tu Jinxuan seemed to be relatively harmonious.

Actually.

The gap between father and daughter is as difficult to cross as a chasm.

So come on.

There is an explanation for Tu Ju's alienation.

"If I remember correctly, Guowei's youngest son was born in the spring of last year?"

Meng Wu took the initiative to mention the topic of heirs.

This made Tu Ju, the captain of the country, stunned.

Military Marquis Ren Xiao also looked slightly sideways.

Since this meeting.

Ren Xiaodu showed that his eyes are focused on his nose and his nose is focused on his heart, and he was very down-to-earth and silent.

Although Meng Wu's military achievements are not outstanding, the resources accumulated by the Meng clan are something that even the national captain Tu Ju cannot underestimate.

So from a level perspective.

Guowei Tu Ju and Meng Wu are in the same class.

After all, Ren Xiao's qualifications are slightly weaker.

"Hey! Don't hide it from Marquis Wu."

Guowei Tu Ju sighed deeply and said: "My eldest daughter has had difficulty moving since she was a child. And the youngest son born last year is also not in good health... Xia Wuji has seen it several times, At most, I can guarantee that I will grow up safely. As for other things, I no longer expect anything else."

When Guo Wei Tu Ju said this, uncontrollable sentimentality clearly emerged in his heart.

I want him to be an important minister of the Three Dukes of the Qin Dynasty!
Even an exaggeration!

Under one person, above ten thousand people!
But only the heirs are not prosperous!
The eldest daughter can only sit on the [plain carriage] all year round, while the youngest son can at most be guaranteed to grow up safely...

Tu Ju finally had a son, but he still had to face the dilemma of having no heirs!

How can he ensure that the loyalty and honor he held when he was young remain unchanged to this day?
no way.

Tu Ju could only retreat again and again, and supported Ren Xiao, his most valued subordinate, as an extension of his glory.

As for the loyalty of the past...

Tu Ju could only say that times had changed and he really couldn't care too much about it.

Some ridiculous beliefs of youth.

Always shaken...

Even the moment of abandonment.

"It was me who took the liberty."

Meng Wu bowed deeply.

Tu Ju turned around and stepped forward to help Meng Wu up and said: "Marquis Wu, let's not chat if there is no need. My daughter and son-in-law will get married in seven days. We won't do any big things and keep everything simple. By then, I also hope that Marquis Wu can come and bear witness."

Meng Wu said quickly: "Definitely, definitely."

that's it.

The two important military officials of Da Qin quickly concluded their brief meeting and negotiation.

Regarding the East County meteorite case.

Guowei Tuju didn't seem to say anything.

But everything was explained clearly.

What has been done will be done again!
What has been, will come again!
Even if His Majesty is more accomplished than the Three Emperors and the Five Emperors...

But he can't defeat the destiny, the general trend, and even the people's hearts!

On the throne!

It seems that he can do whatever he wants, but in fact he has many restrictions.

This is the overall situation.

The emperor often had no choice but to go with the flow.

……

Two hours later.

In the Zhangtai Hall.

As usual, Ying Zheng reviewed the memorials on the constitution of the country, and he personally finalized the details of Yin Lie's various advice and policies.

Just wait until the East County meteorite case is investigated.

Implementation will be carried out immediately.

For example, the comprehensive salary model, the royal family examination system, etc.

Any change in national policy...

All must be accompanied by force and bloodshed.

Otherwise, no matter how good the policies formulated by the imperial court are, without corresponding measures to establish authority, the people below will be tempted to use them to dismantle them.

There are policies and measures to counter.

This sentence is the truth that has been passed down since ancient times.

suddenly.

In the shadow of the great hall.

The first captain of Heibingtai slowly appeared and said: "Your Majesty, there is news from Mengwu."

Ying Zheng said without raising his head: "Did the fish bite the hook?"

First Lieutenant: "Yes, Your Majesty! Just as Qin Yucheng expected, using the Southern Expedition as bait, we really caught a big fish!"

Ying Zheng: "..."

The First Emperor fell into a brief silence.

The familiar feeling of betrayal filled my heart again.

Good thing...

Ying Zheng is no longer the King of Qin he was back then.

The First Emperor: "Tu Ju, you have let me down after all!"

First Lieutenant: "..."

... (end of this chapter)