Qin Shi: Beginning as the first emperor's younger brother

Chapter 289 Asking for Money
Qin State, Xianyang, and Zhangtai Palace.

Ying Zheng's heart ignited monstrous anger.

He is accusing Mi Qi of infidelity.

None of the ministers in the court dared to say anything.

Ying Zheng put a lot of trust in Mi Qi, just like Lu Buwei did back then, but he didn't expect such a farce to happen.

On the other hand, everyone in the military, whom he has always distrusted, has never defected.

"Handling! Tell the champion Hou Yingyuan! Let him tear Mi Qi into ten thousand pieces! I don't want to see him alive! After chasing him to the ends of the earth, kill him too! Kill him! Kill the nine clans! Kill the nine clans!"

Ying Zheng shouted hysterically.

Wei Liao bowed his head and remained silent.

Seeing this, Li Si had no choice but to take two steps forward, and said heavily, "Your Majesty, Mi Qi is a relative, so don't punish the Nine Clans!"

At this moment, although Ying Zheng is angry, he also knows how many people will be killed once the Nine Clans are punished.

"Then kill all his wives and children, and send their heads to Mi Qi. I want him to see it, and I want you to see it. The price of betraying you!"

Ying Zheng sat on the throne panting.

What he hated most in his life was betrayal, without exception.

At the same time, Wei Liao said something, "Your Majesty, there was news from the champion just now, saying that he wants some gold, silver, jewels, and food. Otherwise, the army may not have the motivation to move on and eradicate the state of Chu." The remnants."

Hearing the sound, all the ministers gasped.

At this time, to talk about this matter?

When did Guowei have a grudge against Champion Hou?
However, to everyone's surprise, when Ying Zheng gradually frowned deeply, Li Si suddenly said again: "Your Majesty, at present, everything is more important than the battle ahead. If the champion wants money, give it to him." yes.

The minister suggested that food, grass, supplies, etc. should be sent to the frontline soldiers according to the previous double portion.In addition to this, Lord Hou, General Wang and General Meng will be separately rewarded. I wonder what Wang Shang wants? "

Those who haven't seen the situation clearly are completely dumbfounded.

What's the situation now?
The king was so angry that he didn't criticize the champion's behavior, but wanted to help the champion to ask for a reward?
Can the relationship between Lord Changshi and Champion Hou be repaired?

Those of them who can't see the current situation clearly have deeply doubted themselves and can't find a politically correct approach.

I didn't dare to talk too much.

I just want to see how the king responds.

Under the eyes of everyone, Ying Zheng spoke surprisingly, and slowly said: "Since they want it, I can't be stingy, and pass on the order. Whatever they want, they should satisfy as much as possible. On the basis of the conditions they put forward, Still need to add.

As long as they can work together to take down Chu State, help the widows complete an important step of unifying the world, and return to Xianyang afterwards, there will be huge rewards!After telling Champion Hou to kill Mi Qi, I don't want to see him again in my life! "

In fact, when Li Si opened his mouth, Ying Zheng had already figured out the key point.

The reason why Ying Yuan and the others asked for money was nothing more than worrying that they would have some opinion of them after seeing Mi Qi's rebellion.

And they ask for money, which can dispel their worries.

When they are fighting outside, Ying Zheng will naturally do his best so that they don't have to worry about the future.

After all, you can't let the generals who are truly loyal to the country be left behind.

Chu country.

Shouchun City.

July.

Ying Yuan received news from Xianyang City that Ying Zheng had already agreed to their various demands for money.

He smiled at the two old generals Wang Jian and Meng Wu: "Now, we can be considered as rich as a country."

Meng Wu shook his head and said: "If I had known that you tied this old man to the same boat, this old man would have objected. Our Meng family has been favored by the king, and we are grateful to the king for being able to participate in this kind of war of destroying the country. How can we go again?" Ask for money?"

Wang Jian said bluntly: "Old man, this statement is wrong. Yuan'er and I are in the relationship of master and apprentice. If we are the only two who speak, what should the king think about it? And we ask for money and other things outside of us, in fact, we want to make money. The king is just at ease.

After all, such a major event as Mi Qi's treason was unexpected for us. We have brought most of the troops of the three major battalions out of the country. How can the king feel at ease? "

"Yes, old general, who do you think, my teacher and I, are greedy for glory and wealth? We did this just to reassure the king that we are fighting abroad. Don't forget that the reason why Mi Qi came to Chu State , actually worried about us, and came to supervise the army for the king." Ying Yuan took advantage of the situation and said.

Meng Wu smiled wryly and shook his head.

He knew very well in his heart that although he was also one of the leaders in the army, the master and apprentice had the final say on some major decisions.

After all, there are two people in the family, and I am alone.

Seeing Meng Wu's gloomy expression, Ying Yuan continued: "Old General, I know what you mean, you are afraid that after a hundred years, when people talk about this matter, they will laugh at you for being short-sighted and greedy for small profits.

Old general, don't worry, the boy promises that you and the teacher will have both fame and fortune. "

In front of these respectable veterans, Ying Yuan kept his attitude low.

They are all admirable beings.

It also includes Yang Duan and the old general.

Their generation not only likes to support the younger generation, but even their own interests can be indifferent to the extent that they are wholeheartedly for the betterment of Qin.

I am afraid that this noble quality will be difficult to possess in later generations.

"The old man believes in you."

Meng Wu took a deep look at Ying Yuan.

The latter nodded and said: "Old General, you can rest assured, no matter what, I can't cheat the old general, can I?"

As soon as this remark came out, the three immediately burst into laughter.

They did not rush to send troops for a while, but waited for the food and grass to arrive before choosing to continue chasing the remnants of Chu.

In the Shouchun area, they left [-] soldiers.

Meng Wu's health has been bad since he left for the expedition, so Ying Yuan invited him to sit in Shouchun this time, but did not take him away with him.

And his son Meng Tian naturally took his place.

Otherwise, the old general would definitely not agree to sit in Shouchun himself, but chose to go out with the army.

After all, eliminating the remnants of Chu State is also a great achievement.

Now Meng Tian is going to share the results of the battle with them, which is a scene he would like to see.

Ying Yuan and Wang Jian walked side by side, with Meng Tian slightly behind.

The three of them are discussing the next battle.

"South of the Huaihe River, there are countless mountains, rugged and winding. A large number of enemy troops are stationed in the Zhaoguan area, and it is surrounded by mountains on all sides, making it extremely difficult to attack. The students asked the king for a large amount of food and grass before, in fact, to prepare for this battle."

When the army was marching, Ying Yuan stood on the top of a mountain, holding a map, and briefly explained the current situation to Wang Jian.

"You mean to say that to completely eliminate Xiang Yan this time, you decided to adopt a strategy of encircling but not fighting?"

Wang Jian asked curiously.

Ying Yuan nodded, and said firmly: "Teacher, you see, this Zhaoguan has the reputation of being the first city pass in the Chu State. When Wu Zixu passed Zhaoguan alone, he wasted a lot of energy. He is a generation of wise men.

Zhaoguan is located in a dangerous position, we can't get in, but if we surround them and close the door and beat the dogs, it will be difficult for them to come out.When they run out of food and grass, they will naturally be defeated. "

After besieging the Chu army for a long time, even if there is no problem with food and grass, their mood will become depressed. Over time, they will not be able to fight against the highly morale Qin army.

"Okay, let's do as you said." Wang Jian nodded in agreement.

After a while, he called Ying Yuan to stop, and said, "Yuan'er, you are far better than being a teacher when you are marching and forming an army."

These words made him slightly taken aback, "Teacher, what are you kidding? The students are all dependent on you to be able to have today."

Wang Jian stroked his beard and said: "Meng Wu's health is no longer good, and the teacher has gray hair. Although Wang Ben and Meng Tian have the potential to be famous generals in the world, they are far from you. If there is no accident, the future Qin military , still need you to manage.

It's just that your relationship with the king is too close. Blood is thicker than water. This is good and bad. You also have a clear idea in your heart. There are some things that even a teacher can't explain too clearly. "

In fact, in many cases, an idea would suddenly pop up in Wang Jian's mind.

That is, if King Qin's position is replaced by Ying Yuan, wouldn't it be better than now?
(End of this chapter)