Happy life in the world of film and television

Chapter 1677 "Ode to the Great Qin" - Zhao Ji
"Was this when Li Haolan was... sold out?"

Jiang Chen recalled that in the drama, Li Haolan suffered the destruction of her family and the ruin of her reputation due to the machinations of her stepmother Gao Shi and her younger sister Xiuyu. She was thrown into the river but did not die. She was later rescued by a fisherman, but was once again hunted down by people sent by Gao Shi. In the end, she was sold as a commodity. At the market, she was bought at a high price by the wealthy merchant Lü Buwei. Lü Buwei saw through her trick of deliberately making herself ugly and insisted on buying her and taking her back to his mansion.

"What a great opportunity."

Jiang Chen's eyes flashed, and he walked forward.

At this point, many people around started bidding.

Jiang Chen spotted Lü Buwei in the crowd.

However, this Lü Buwei is the Lü Buwei from the "Ode to the Great Qin".

In the drama, he is the wealthy merchant Lü Buwei, who plots to usurp the throne and supports the exiled prince Yi to ascend to power. After Ying Zheng and his mother Zhao Ji return to Qin, under the tutelage of his uncle Lü Buwei and the protection of his mother, he displays the dignity of a king. Zhao Ji and Lü Buwei join forces to suppress the Chu faction led by Lady Huayang. Ying Zheng uses Lü Buwei and the royal family member Ying Xi to quell the rebellion of Lao Ai with an iron fist. After the turmoil is quelled, Ying Zheng ruthlessly expels his mother Zhao Ji and demotes Prime Minister Lü Buwei.

"How could it be Lü Buwei?"

"Could it be that Zhao Ji is not Li Haolan?"

"Is it because film and television merge with the world that different characters appear?"

Jiang Chen had some doubts.

After all, he has encountered this kind of thing many times in the world of film and television fusion.

For example, the four Nian sisters.

I don't know how many are still in the Jiang family now.

However, apart from Li Haolan, the other Zhao Ji characters don't seem to have names in the drama.

"However, if that's the case, then things get interesting..."

Jiang Chen remembers that there were quite a few people who played Zhao Ji in film and television dramas.

Zhao Ji, Zhao Ji, is not her real name.

Just like how Li Lan was referred to as Li Ji in the drama.

Hearing the rising and falling bids, Jiang Chen said, "Ten yi of gold."

Ten ounces of gold?

As Jiang Chen spoke, silence fell over the surroundings.

Li Haolan is now completely disgraced.

I'll just buy it for fun.

Ten ounces of gold?

Even the middle class can't afford that price.

Swish swish!
Everyone looked at Jiang Chen, guessing his identity.

Even Lü Buwei couldn't help but glance at Jiang Chen again, but he still said, "Fifteen yi of gold."

At this moment, Lü Buwei displayed his immense wealth and power.

Jiang Chen frowned, then said, "Twenty yi of gold."

"Young master, you are truly generous," Lü Buwei laughed and said, "Twenty-five yi of gold."

"interesting."

A dark glint flashed in Jiang Chen's eyes: "Thirty yi of gold."

Lü Buwei was a wealthy merchant, rumored to be richer than a country.

However, in "Qin's Moon", Lü Buwei is still the leader of the Luo Wang organization.

If Lü Buwei is sensible, Jiang Chen wouldn't mind letting him live a few more days.

In the series, only two leaders of the Luo Wang organization appear.

However, the identity of the founder of Luo Wang (罗网) is not revealed.

However, the fact that Bian Que and Wu Qi were the targets shows that the "Net of Heaven" already had a certain scale and strong power in the early Warring States period. Since the "Net of Heaven" was able to target these two people and eliminate them so perfectly, it can only mean that the "Net of Heaven" had accumulated and developed over a very long period of time. Therefore, it is conservatively estimated that the establishment of the "Net of Heaven" can be traced back to the Spring and Autumn period. In this light, the "Net of Heaven" can indeed rival the Hundred Schools of Thought in terms of its foundation.

Now, in the Warring States period, a world blended with film and television, the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) will likely be even more mysterious.

“Forty yi of gold,” Lü Buwei continued.

“Fifty yi of gold.” Jiang Chen’s eyes flashed with killing intent.

If Lü Buwei still doesn't give up, Jiang Chen wouldn't mind killing Lü Buwei and taking away his meal ahead of time.

“Young master, you have won.” Lü Buwei’s expression changed slightly.

"You flatter me." Jiang Chen smiled.

Lu Buwei cupped his hands in greeting to Jiang Chen, then turned and left.

Jiang Chen watched Lü Buwei's figure in silence.

After a while.

Jiang Chen saw Lü Buwei get into a carriage.

A maidservant helped Lü Buwei onto the carriage.

Just as Jiang Chen's gaze fell upon Lü Buwei's maid, a system notification sounded.

"Sign in."

Jiang Chen silently recited in his heart.

[Congratulations, host! You have successfully checked in and received ten Breaking Crossbows.]

"Ten Qi-Breaking Crossbows?"

"This is the seventeenth time I've checked in."

According to the system introduction, the Breaking-Armor Crossbow, like the Breaking-King Crossbow, Breaking-Martial Crossbow, and Breaking-God Crossbow, is a weapon specifically designed to deal with martial artists. It not only has the effect of penetrating armor but can also pierce through the body of a martial artist. The difference is that the Breaking-Armor Crossbow is a crossbow specifically prepared for martial artists at the Martial Emperor realm. When activated, it requires at least four martial arts masters at the Martial King realm to charge up their energy and channel their inner force before they can nock the arrow and release it.

Like the King-Breaking Crossbow, God-Breaking Crossbow, and Martial-Breaking Crossbow, the reason why the Gang-Breaking Crossbow can deal with martial artists at the Martial Emperor realm is that internal force, formation, and machinery gradually approach perfection under the remote rotation of a special device. The internal force originally transmitted to the Gang-Breaking Crossbow is amplified through the formation and machinery to achieve the power to penetrate martial artists at the Martial Emperor realm!

A single Crossbow can kill a martial artist in the early stage of the Martial Emperor realm!
Ten Qi-Piercing Crossbows—even the strongest Martial Emperor would perish on the spot if caught off guard!
"Ten Po Gang Crossbows are matched with one thousand Po Gang Crossbow bolts."

"Unfortunately, the Broken Crossbow bolts cannot be made before the manufacturing process is obtained."

At that moment, Jiang Chen looked at the female lead who had signed in.

Yun Jiang is a character in the novel "The Legend of Lü Buwei".

In the drama, Yun Jiang was originally a maid who worked for Lü Buwei as a spy. After being discovered, she was tortured to death.

"Yun Jiang from 'The Legend of Lü Buwei'?"

"I never imagined that she would already be by Lü Buwei's side."

Yun Jiang, a character in the drama, was originally from Shaqiu during the Warring States period. Her father and brothers were killed by the Qin army after being conscripted, and she had no money to bury her mother after her death. In that era, how could a single woman have the means to earn money? Unwilling to become a prostitute… her only option was to sell herself into slavery.

Fortunately, she met Lü Buwei, a wealthy and ambitious merchant who bought her for one hundred coins. Lü Buwei was rich, resourceful, and courageous; who wouldn't love such a man? Yun Jiang was deeply attracted to his charm from the very beginning.

But she knew that she was nothing more than a maid.

Identity is often a difficult barrier to overcome in relationships.

The teachings left by our ancestors are to be content with one's lot and keep to oneself.

Not everyone can claim "My fate is in my own hands," and only a minority can break through the boundaries of destiny. Without the support of a benefactor, listening to too much motivational rhetoric will not guarantee a good life. Too many people want to break through the limitations of their social status, yet they never succeed in their entire lives.

Perhaps this was her fate to be a good maid.

From Handan to Xianyang, from the State of Zhao to the State of Qin.

Undeterred by hardship, she followed him wholeheartedly. She watched him entertain guests, watched him lavish wealth, watched him strategize, watched him scheme relentlessly. From merchant to prime minister, Lü Buwei began his rise on the political stage. And Yun Jiang, silently and meticulously, cared for him in every way.

Every time Lü Buwei returned from his travels, she was always the first to excitedly run out to greet him, a direct expression of her emotions. However, there were always eyes watching. Zhao Ji had long since realized that Yun Jiang loved Lü Buwei.

Yunjiang understood that she was just a maid, a status she couldn't cross. So, she would always use dust to cover up the love in her heart.

While Zhao Ji was trapped in Handan, Yun Jiang had the opportunity to get close to Lü Buwei. Lü Buwei was happy to have such a clever and obedient girl by his side. He would take Yun Jiang shopping, buying fabrics, drinking almond oil tea, and riding in carriages together. These were Yun Jiang's happiest moments.

On the night Lü Buwei was triumphant after defeating the Eastern Zhou, Yun Jiang confessed her feelings and offered herself to him. But Lü Buwei ultimately restrained himself. He didn't want to ruin this girl. Because in his eyes, Yun Jiang was simply like a daughter.

After Zhao Ji returned to Qin and became the Queen Dowager, she was naturally uneasy about having such a hidden rival by Lü Buwei's side, so she brought her to the palace. Yun Jiang was as loyal to Zhao Ji as she was to Lü Buwei, always considering their needs and covering for their secret meetings. However, Zhao Ji still occasionally harbored suspicions about her; after all, a rival's eyes are always filled with scrutiny.

The dissolute Queen Dowager Zhao frequently sought secret meetings with Lü Buwei, which naturally became an opportunity for Lü Buwei's political enemies. The King of Qin could only extract information from Yun Jiang through torture, and unfortunately, the one in charge of the torture was Zhao Gao, whom she had previously rejected.

How could the petty and narrow-minded Zhao Gao let such an opportunity pass? Hanging her hair, roasting her over a fire, whipping her... all sorts of cruel tortures were inflicted on Yun Jiang's frail body. But Yun Jiang still kept the secret for Lü Buwei.

The depraved Zhao Gao ultimately resorted to the cruelest tortures inflicted on women. After being rescued by Lü Buwei, she collapsed and lay on his bed. Upon waking, she even fantasized about becoming his wife.

However, the painful memories quickly brought back the ugly things that had happened.

As a woman, she was no longer complete. Yunjiang thought, she didn't even deserve to be a woman, let alone Lu Buwei's wife.

So, hanging up a white silk ribbon, Yunjiang chose to leave, to leave this world that had caused her so much pain.

"This ginger is very cheap."

Upon seeing Yun Jiang, Jiang Chen thought of Diao Chan and others.

Yun Jiang, Diao Chan, Yue Siying, and Mei Duo were all played by the same actress in their previous lives.

"Pity."

Jiang Chen withdrew his gaze and looked at Li Haolan.

"Come here," Jiang Chen said firmly.

“Yes.” Li Haolan dared not refuse.

Jiang Chen led Li Haolan away from the scene.

After arriving at the inn, Jiang Chen led Li Haolan inside.

"This young master..."

Just then, a voice came from behind.

Jiang Chen looked up and saw an old man in gray.

"Who are you?" Jiang Chen asked.

“Young master, I have a daughter who is as beautiful as a flower. If you wish, she will only cost thirty yi of gold,” said the old man in gray.

"Oh?"

Jiang Chen's eyes flickered: "Then bring it over for me to see. If I'm satisfied..."

"Young master, please wait a moment." The gray-robed old man quickly left.

Jiang Chen smiled and led Li Haolan into the inn.

At the inn, Jiang Chen requested a private room and ordered food and drinks.

"Sit down and eat," Jiang Chen said to Li Haolan.

"Yes," Li Haolan replied, kneeling down beside her to eat.

A quarter of an hour later.

There was a knock on the door.

"Come in," Jiang Chen said.

The door was opened.

Two people walked in.

The one in the lead was the old man in gray from before.

Behind the old man in gray was a teenage girl.

"Ah."

Jiang Chen raised an eyebrow.

Almost simultaneously, a system notification sounded.

"Sign in."

Jiang Chen silently recited in his heart.

[Congratulations, host! You have successfully checked in and gained access to the Monster Forest.]

"The Monster Forest?"

"According to the system's introduction, this primeval forest is composed of a mountain range that is about eight million kilometers long and three million kilometers wide, consisting of multiple parallel mountain ranges and transverse mountain bodies."

"The Monster Forest is inhabited by many monsters."

According to the system description, all kinds of monsters are available, from the outside to the inside, from low to high. However, even the system does not indicate how many monsters there are.

Meanwhile, this Monster Forest exists in another dimension and needs to be placed like a secret realm. The difference is that secret realms open at set times. After being placed, the Monster Forest will have a connection to the real world (the world it was placed in), and this connection will be a mountain range.

This means that after the Monster Forest is settled, a mountain range will appear that is 80 kilometers long and 30 kilometers wide.

To outsiders, this mountain range appears as an ordinary mountain range unless they enter it. But once inside, it becomes a forest of monsters.

"A forest of monsters..."

"This is a great place to gain experience."

At that moment, Jiang Chen looked at the female lead who had signed in.

Zhao Ji (Zhao Yan) is a character in "The Great Qin Rhapsody".

In the drama, she is the biological mother of King Ying Zheng of Qin, the wife of King Zhuangxiang of Qin, and a native of Handan in the state of Zhao. Originally the daughter of a wealthy family in Zhao, she later became a concubine of Lü Buwei, who presented her to Prince Ying Yiren of Qin, who was a hostage in Zhao, thus becoming Ying Yiren's wife. For the sake of her son Ying Zheng's throne, she joined forces with Lü Buwei to suppress the Chu faction led by Lady Huayang. After her son Ying Zheng ascended the throne as King of Qin, she became the Queen Dowager of Qin.

"Zhao Ji in the 'Ode to the Great Qin'".

"But doesn't Zhao Ji in this drama not have a name?"

In the drama, Zhao Ji comes from a poor family, who, out of desperation, sell her to the merchant Lü Buwei. However, due to political considerations, Lü Buwei ultimately decides to "offer" Zhao Ji to them. Perhaps Zhao Ji never imagined that her fate would be so drastically altered by the appearance of Ying Yiren, a prince of Qin who was being held hostage in Zhao.

Ying Yiren was undoubtedly deeply in love with Zhao Ji.

Initially, Lü Buwei gifted Zhao Ji to Ying Yiren, who fell in love at first sight. The two spent a bittersweet time together in the state of Zhao. Despite the hardships, their companionship filled their days with warmth. Perhaps, such days were precious enough in Zhao Ji's eyes. However, Lü Buwei and Ying Yiren's ambitions went beyond this; they aspired to the throne.

The people of Zhao wanted to kill Ying Yiren, but Lü Buwei, to save his life, lied and said that his wife and child would arrive soon, actually abandoning Zhao Ji. Ying Yiren's initial abandonment was against his will, but during negotiations with Zhao, he chose to abandon Zhao Ji voluntarily. This was not because he didn't love her, but because he was forced by circumstances and had no other choice.

Perhaps it was from that moment that Zhao Ji's heart gradually cooled, and her feelings for Ying Yiren subtly changed. When Zhao Ji returned to Xianyang with Ying Zheng, Yiren bestowed upon her the title of his principal wife. This was less out of affection and more as an attempt to atone for his guilt towards Zhao Ji. He did indeed have deep feelings for her, but his love for the country and the empire was even more profound. Therefore, his initial intention in entrusting Zhao Ji with the management of state affairs was not based on personal feelings, but rather to prevent interference from Empress Dowager Huayang.

Lü Buwei's feelings for Zhao Ji may never have reached the level of love.

To rescue Yiren, Lü Buwei resolutely abandoned Zhao Ji and her son. Afterwards, he persuaded Yiren to marry Han Ni to solidify his position as crown prince, demonstrating that power was paramount to him.

Later, out of a deep concern for his own interests, Lü Buwei decided to introduce Lao Ai to Zhao Ji in order to free himself. He thought this would allow him to completely break free from his constraints, but he never expected that Zhao Ji would become deeply entangled in the relationship.

Before becoming Empress Dowager, Zhao Ji endured a life of hardship and displacement. Despite her prominent position, she was lonely and yearned for warmth and love. Although Lü Buwei was powerful and influential, he could not fulfill her deepest desires. However, the appearance of Lao Ai was like a ray of warm sunshine, illuminating Zhao Ji's life. He gave her not only pleasure but also solace for her soul.

However, Lao Ai's motives may not have been pure. He failed to yield at the crucial moment, and instead of genuinely loving Zhao Ji, he chose rebellion, attempting to kill Ying Zheng and place his own child on the throne. Zhao Ji loved him deeply, but received no sincere reciprocation from him.

For Zhao Ji, Ying Zheng was undoubtedly a crucial person in her life. Ying Zheng and Zhao Ji shared a deep mother-son bond, having endured hardships together in Handan. These experiences should have brought them even closer.

However, with the births of Zhao Ji's illegitimate children with Lao Ai, Zhao Ji's attention to Ying Zheng diminished, marking the beginning of a rift in their relationship. Especially when Ying Zheng desperately needed Zhao Ji's support, she not only failed to help but also blamed him. The scandal involving Zhao Ji and Lao Ai further fueled Ying Zheng's deep hatred for her.

"It seems that Zhao Ji has been betrayed?"

The relevant plot flashed through Jiang Chen's mind.

"Greetings, young master," said the old man in gray.

"Speak," Jiang Chen said coldly.

"Young master, this is my daughter, Zhao Yan. She'll only cost thirty yi of gold," the gray-robed old man said.

Zhao Yan, standing beside her, lowered her head and remained silent.

"Okay." Jiang Chen took out thirty yi of gold and threw it over.

"Thank you, young master." The old man in gray took the gold and left.

"Your name is Zhao Yan?" Jiang Chen was surprised to find that Zhao Ji in the "Ode to the Great Qin" was named Zhao Yan.

"Yes," Zhao Yan replied in a barely audible voice.

“Raise your head,” Jiang Chen said in a booming voice.

"Yes." Zhao Yan was startled and slowly raised her head.

Jiang Chen stared at Zhao Yan without any restraint.

With the appearance of Zhao Yan, it is clear that even if Ying Zheng appeared in the Warring States period, the person who gave birth to him might be Zhao Ji from another drama.

At this moment, Zhao Yan and Li Na, among others, were played by the same actor from their previous lives.

At this time, Zhao Yan appeared somewhat inexperienced, but that couldn't hide her beauty.

"From now on, you'll be following me," Jiang Chen said.

"Yes," Zhao Yan replied.

An hour later, Jiang Chen left the inn with Li Haolan and Zhao Yan.

After leaving Handan, Jiang Chen waved his hand and, with Li Haolan and Zhao Yan, soared into the sky.

(End of this chapter)