Heirs of the Seven Swords of the Qin Dynasty

Chapter 1342 The Prime Minister’s Judgment

Luowang, the sharp blade of the empire, is controlled by Zhao Gao, the commander of the CRRC, but in fact it belongs directly to the emperor Ying Zheng, but Ying Zheng handed it over to the leadership of Zhao Gao.

After coming to Songhai, Zhao Gao could actually deploy the Luowang operation independently, but in name he was still under the jurisdiction of Prime Minister Li Si who had been authorized by Ying Zheng.

That's why he stood here and reported the movements of the snare to Li Si.

Zhao Gao was not dissatisfied with the inexplicable addition of a nominal Shangguan. On the contrary, he was happy to see the result.

To be precise, this was deliberately arranged by Ying Zheng.

Although he was unaware of many of Zhao Gao's secret actions, he at least knew that this trusted minister who was his youngest son's teacher did not have a harmonious relationship with his eldest son, nor did he have a harmonious relationship with his eldest son's teacher. Very distant.

If he doesn't arrange a special nominal Shangguan for Zhao Gao, then Zhao Gao will have to be controlled by the eldest son Fusu after he comes to Songhai - the royal family is the royal family after all, especially for him, a close official of the emperor, especially for him. There is no apparent disagreement with Fusu, who is a young master.

The Shadow Guard has been handed over to Fusu, and Ying Zheng has no interest in letting Luo Wang, the sharp blade, obey the orders of his eldest son, even if it is only for a short period of time.

In response to Li Si's urging, Zhao Gao responded with a smile and accepted it humbly, "I understand what is within my duties, so please rest assured, Your Majesty the Prime Minister."

"Well..." Li Si nodded slightly, then turned to ask, "What about the situation in the city?"

Upon hearing this question, a gleam of light flashed in Zhao Gao's slightly lowered eyes, and the smile at the corner of his mouth seemed to become brighter.

"In Songhai City, the net has been carefully sifted."

"Oh? Is there anything gained?" Li Si's eyes flashed with a strange color, as if he was expecting something.

Zhao Gao shook his head and gave a negative answer with a smile.

"For the time being, there is no substantial gain. Everything in the city seems to be normal."

Li Si slowly closed his eyes and replied in a deep voice, "At this time, everything in the city is normal, but it sounds very abnormal."

"My lord Xiangguo thinks so, and my subordinates think so too." The red hair on Zhao Gao's temples trembled slightly, and he nodded in agreement.

"During the surveillance and search process, were some areas of Songhai City left open?"

Zhao Gao pretended to be puzzled and asked, "What do you mean, Mr. Xiangguo?"

"Little Sage Village!" Li Si opened his eyes and said four words decisively.

Zhao Gao leaned back, resumed his previous posture, lowered his eyes and replied with a soft and smiling voice, "That's not true... no."

"Little Shengxian Manor is a Confucian holy place. It is highly valued by His Majesty the Emperor and His Royal Highness the eldest son. It is also the place where you received your studies. Your status is particularly sensitive. As a low-ranking official...hehe, naturally I don't dare to mess around."

"We serve the empire. We must not be selfish or abandon public service for selfish reasons!" Li Si said in a serious voice. "Li Si is deeply favored by the emperor and highly valued by your majesty. Since he is in a high position, he should set an example and serve the public wholeheartedly. Zhao Mansion Order do you understand?"

Zhao Gao clasped his hands and bowed, and responded with a smile, "I obey my orders!"

"If there is nothing else, I will take my leave."

Li Si nodded slowly, indicating that he could leave.

Zhao Gao turned around and walked out the door. Before he had taken two steps, Li Si changed his words and added a few words.

"By the way, there is one more thing." Li Si had already picked up the bamboo slips on the table, and his eyes seemed to have shifted all his attention to the tree, and he seemed to be talking casually:
  "Although I am temporarily in charge of the net now, the identity of His Royal Highness, the eldest son, is different after all. It is best for Zhao Fu Ling to behave well, and the respect he deserves is indispensable."

Zhao Gao, who had his back to Li Si, raised his eyebrows, let out a chuckle, and responded, "Before departure, your Majesty specifically ordered that everything regarding Songhai should be subject to the instructions of the Prime Minister."

After saying that, Zhao Gao continued to leave.

Outside the room, a total of six people, old or young, strong or thin, male or female, all dressed in similar styles, with completely different age distributions, and even more distinctive looks, were standing near the door.

As soon as the six people saw Zhao Gao coming out, they immediately came over in neat formation and formed a faint formation, guarding Zhao Gao in the center.

They didn't speak, and Zhao Gao didn't speak either. The group of seven people left the general's mansion silently.

In the room, Li Si caught a glimpse of Zhao Gaoyuan from the corner of his eye, shook his head slightly, and sighed secretly in his heart.

There are many problems in the empire today, but most of them are not big problems in Li Si's view. As the emperor's most loyal minister, he never complains about these problems in the court, but silently fulfills all the emperor's requests.

This is why he is most valued by Ying Zheng - he is obedient enough and has no nonsense.

But there was one issue that he reached a consensus with other courtiers in the court, but still chose to obey the emperor. If Ying Zheng didn't let go, he could not mention it.

This problem is Li Chu.

For a political power, this issue seems inconspicuous, like a monarch's family affairs. It should be done how the people want to do it, and when they want to do it.

But in fact, this matter is very important, and even fatal to a new regime that already has various problems.

It doesn’t matter whether you establish a direct descendant or a virtuous person, it doesn’t matter. The key is that you have to establish it!
  But Ying Zheng refused to let go and refused to answer no matter how loud the officials shouted.

Li Si did not dare to question the emperor in the slightest, so he remained silent about it. However, the issue of the crown prince was still on his mind.

Gu Xun and the eldest son Fusu, Zhao Gao and the eighteenth prince Hu Hai, Li Si was naturally aware of the secret hostility and confrontation between the two pairs of masters and disciples.

Although he felt that the probability of Hu Hai becoming the crown prince and ascending to the throne of God was close to zero, he still showed no preference for Fusu and maintained an equal attitude. He was unwilling to get involved and did not dare to get involved in the fight for the throne. inside.

The reminder Li Si gave Zhao Gao just now was a simple attempt to ease the relationship between the two parties. This was the limit of what he was willing to do.

Since Zhao Gao is unwilling to follow this suggestion, he has nothing to say. Let's just follow the rules.

Li Si actually doesn't care about Zhao Gao's attitude. After all, even if you fight to the point of risking your life, you will not be able to affect his dignified Prime Minister.

But for some reason, Li Si always felt uneasy. He felt that... he seemed to be unable to see through many of the current situations in the empire.

However, no matter how uneasy and hesitant he was in his heart, Li Si finally chose to hug the emperor as always and ignore the overt and covert struggles of others.

After all, only the person sitting in the highest position can decide whether his official position is firm or not, and no one else matters.

From Li Si's point of view, Ying Zheng's physical condition was quite good. Although his headache was quite troublesome, it was relieved by the Yin Yang Family's elixir treatment.

His Majesty the Emperor is only in his forties now and is not considered old yet. It should not be a problem to remain on the throne for another ten to twenty years.

Why should he, a minister, be anxious?
  (End of this chapter)