I am already immortal, why should I ascend to become an immortal?

Chapter 266: Ying Lou selects concubines; Jin Chan and the other two go to Chang'an
Lu Buwei experienced countless ups and downs in his life.

When he was young, he traveled with his father among the seven countries to do business. At the age of sixteen, he had his first large caravan. At the age of twenty-three, he entered the Qin court. In just three years, he became the prime minister, second only to the emperor. While commanding all officials, he also established all the money houses and granaries in the world.

Merchants divided goods into different grades, and under the influence of Lu Buwei over the years, he also divided the people who bought these goods into different grades and attached their own values ​​to them.

Farmers, workers, soldiers, nobles, and kings.

Lu Buwei divided people into five categories.

Farmers and workers make up the largest number of people, accounting for 80% of the world's population, and they maintain the basic operation of society. Clothing, food, housing, transportation and daily necessities are all provided by farmers and workers.

The so-called people actually refer to farmers and workers, but scarcity makes goods valuable. In Lu Buwei's eyes, such a large group is just the lowest kind of dregs.

And the dross is not worthy of being placed on the antique display stand made of jade and nanmu.

Just find a shabby warehouse for them to stay in without wasting too many resources.

After all, if all the dross were to be placed on the nanmu antique display stand, the display stand would surely collapse and break and be destroyed.

Therefore, for farmers and workers who cannot be abandoned but must be prevented from causing trouble, we must use Heaven, Earth, the King, relatives, teachers, benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom and trustworthiness to cover their five senses and thoughts about the outside world, and cut off the physical desire to explore the unknown. Let them be exhausted and just do their job without crossing the line.

As for soldiers, they account for the second largest proportion of the population, nearly 20%.

Because soldiers needed to look after workers and farmers and serve the king and nobles, they were regarded by Lu Buwei as the skins of defeated drums. Although they were humble, they were useful things. Appropriate effort and resources had to be spent to satisfy their physical "desires" in order to make them loyal to him.

The so-called “expensive” items are the top-quality items displayed in the jade-carved nanmu antique display cabinet.

Although they can neither fill the stomach nor keep out the cold and have no practical use, as long as they are located on the high platform, they are completely different from those dross.

As for these superior items, they must be given privileges, status, and most of the resources to satisfy their inner vanity and let them know that they are superior to farmers, workers, and soldiers.

As for the last king.

It is the master who controls the store and is the master of the world.

"General Jin, what do you think of governing a country?"

"Although the people of the world are divided into four classes: farmers, workers, soldiers, and nobles, they are also given a shack, a full meal, and the bloodline of the people is passed down. If this can continue for thousands of years, isn't it a good policy for governing the country?"

Lu Buwei leaned against the bank of the Gu River, his left hand supporting his back, his right hand coiling around a cheap stone, his eyes narrowed into a line, staring into the distance.

Although this sentence seems to be a question, it is actually giving myself, who is lost, a correct direction.

"In Qin seal script, the word '国' is written with '口' (mouth) and '域' (domain) as '国'. These four seals mean that the king is at the top, the soldiers and generals are on the two sides, and the ministers are at the bottom. Inside are the millions of Qin people and the vast territory. To govern a country, the king, soldiers, generals, and ministers are responsible for protecting the integrity of the country and the well-being of the people." ("国" is written in Qin seal script.)
"Although it may seem like a blockade, it is the superiors who bear the brunt of it and take the lead. To bear the disgrace of the country is to be the master of the country, and to bear the misfortune of the country is to be the king of the world. If the country is destroyed, the first to die should be the king."

"The king of Qin, although he holds power above all else, must also bear the responsibilities of the country, defend the people of the world from external aggression, and seek a free world."

"Whether it's scholars, farmers, workers, merchants, or farmers, workers, soldiers, or nobles, wherever there are people, there are classes. This is understandable. Although it is dregs, it cannot be eradicated. However, who should sit in this position should not be determined by blood inheritance and you and me."

"Prime Minister, people are not livestock, nor are they dry grass. It is not the land under your feet that is called a country, but the people on this land that are the country."

Jin Chan took two steps forward, letting the river water splash up to his ankles.

Although the tone seemed calm, every word in it was like the sound of drums, beating on Lu Buwei's chest.

"Haha, General Jin, what you said is almost the same as what the king said that day. It seems that there is a reason why you can become the king's right-hand man."

Lu Buwei laughed loudly towards the sky, then threw the stone in his hand towards the river in the distance.

"Can mortals like us defeat the immortals in Jiufang Heavenly Palace?"

With a thud, the falling rocks splashed high into the water, and then quickly sank to the bottom of the river.

Lu Buwei looked a little dazed and a little lonely. Ever since he saw Lu Yue, who was as tall as Mount Hua, and the Nine-ring Tin Staff, which reached up to the sky and poked the earth, he felt fear from the bottom of his heart. In the eyes of these immortals, the millions of powerful troops of Qin were probably just groups of ants.

Even a careless step could turn a million-strong army into ashes.

"Unify the six kingdoms, gather the world's national fortune, and then use the military spirit of over a million to sweep away everything. Even the immortals in the sky can be brought down."

In an instant, an unrivaled aura burst out from Jin Chan's body.

This kind of momentum is not self-deceptive like clapping one's hands in celebration, but a kind of self-confidence that comes from the heart.

National destiny and military spirit, these two treasures that only humans can master, are certainly not inferior to those of the almighty immortals.

What's more, there is no rule in this world that says humans can only be inferior to immortals.

Having said this, Jin Chan didn't plan to go into details.

As for Lu Buwei, whether he is willing to give up the power of the court and hand over the money houses and granaries of the world or not, it is time to wrap up Jin Chan and Ying Lou.

As long as the royal power is concentrated after the ceremony of crowning, it will be the beginning of the destruction of the other five countries.

Mounting on his horse, Jin Chan headed towards the military camp.

Lu Buwei, who was still standing by the river, stood for a long time. Then he clasped his hands and bowed deeply in the direction of Xianyang.

Return to the tent.

The army after a night of rest.

Early the next morning.

Yang Ruihe, Zi'an and Tian Ji went north together to recruit the Qi army into Qin.

Bai Macuo took the map and household register of Qi State, and returned to Liaocheng with Sun Bin, Kong Ru, and a group of Confucian students. He was ready to bring the food and seeds sent from Lin, Le and Liang to naturalize the people of Qi and save them from famine.

However, no one knew what was going on. Before Jin Chan could speak, Lu Buwei actually took the lead in proposing that he could use his own granary to alleviate Qi's famine.

the other side.

When Li Xin and Mu Xuanzi were preparing to set out for the Changbai Mountains in Qi to demolish the Tian clan's ancestral temple and the Circular Mound for offering sacrifices to the sky, build the Black Dragon Mound Altar of the Great Qin, and erect the Qin stele.

Mu Xuanzi found Jin Chan alone and told him that his fellow disciples from Yuetan Mountain were about to arrive in Xianyang.

As for what Jin Chan had mentioned before, about establishing a special Xuanmen military unit in the Jin family army, Mu Xuanzi's master had already agreed to it in the letter.

As for the matter of changing Xiao Luoyang's fate, Yuetan Mountain also agreed.

Just after all the troops were doing their jobs in an orderly manner.

After returning to Liaocheng, Jin Chan called Xiao Luoyang and Tangqianyan.

"I plan to leave tomorrow and go to Chang'an to meet Yingtai. You two can come with me, and we can also consider whether to attack Tang or Han next."

Romance between young men and women will never become a stumbling block that prevents Jin Chan from unifying the world.

As for whether to attack Tang or Han, both have their pros and cons, and everything depends on the situation.

"Brother, Tang is bordered by Zhao to the west, Chu to the east, and Wei to the north. It is indeed a perfect place for Qin to station troops for war. However, if we attack Tang, it may attract support from the alliance of Zhao, Chu, and Wei. Especially Li Mu of Zhao, he will never let go of this opportunity."

Xiao Luoyang thought for a moment and told Jin Chan what he was thinking. "Little girl, are you thinking about attacking Han?"

Han was weak, ranking last among the seven kingdoms in terms of both territory and population. Moreover, the King of Han was cowardly and timid, and only sought to live in peace in a corner, so the national destiny he shouldered was also minimal.

If we ignore the lack of troops in the Central Plains, 300,000 Qin troops would be enough to crush the Kingdom of Han.

"Not really. Although South Korea is small, it is surrounded by enemies and lacks depth. The capital Xinzheng and the place of Longmen are very close to Chu and Wei. Even if we take them, they are difficult to defend."

Xiao Luoyang had just finished speaking and Jin Chan hadn't responded yet, but Tang Qianyan on the side became inexplicably excited.

"To destroy Han, we must destroy Han first. Brother Jin, with your relationship with Miss Li, she will help you wherever you go. Why do you have to destroy her so early? This is too disloyal, not to mention that she has given birth to two children for you."

Yan was halfway through his words when Jin Chan glared back at him.

Although these words seemed to be well-reasoned and righteous, Jin Chan knew in his heart that the Golden Phoenix Seal of the Tang Dynasty had been seized by Tang Qianyan, while the national seal of the Han Dynasty was still in the possession of the King of Han.

"As for whether to attack Tang or Han, that will be a matter after I have my crowning ceremony."

At this time, there are only a few months left until Ying Lou turns 22, and according to the Ying clan rules, the capping ceremony will be held on that day.

A few more days passed.

After Tang Qianyan hung Tian Jian high on the flagpole for the parade, he stuffed him directly into the sarcophagus regardless of his life or death. Then Jin Chan planned to get up and leave for Chang'an.

However, the White Dragon Horse, which could travel thousands of miles a day, encountered an accident.

"Old White Hair, I remember you could be big or small, why can't you be small now?"

In the stable, Tang Qianyan pointed at the white dragon colt and questioned.

"That was back when I was still a fairy horse. Now, let alone transforming, I can't even fly up there."

Bai Longju was lying on the soft bed, holding wild ginseng dug from the mountain in his mouth, and replied with a look of disdain.

Hearing this, Jin Chan felt a little troubled.

The appearance of this white dragon colt is a bit too conspicuous.

Moreover, after the Battle of Hangu Pass and the Battle of Conquering Qi, his reputation had probably spread throughout the Central Plains.

If we go to Chang'an in such a brazen manner, it might cause chaos.

Not only would it be bad for Li Yingtai, the King of Tang, it would also give people with ulterior motives the opportunity to stir up trouble.

But if you ride an ordinary horse, the round trip would probably take a lot of time.

After thinking for a moment.

Jin Chan decided to leave the White Dragon Colt in Hangu Pass first, but before leaving, Tang Qianyan left it a talisman. If the talisman burned by itself, the White Dragon Colt would come according to the direction on the talisman.

that's it.

The three of them first rode the white dragon horse and quickly returned to Hangu Pass, then changed to ordinary thousand-mile horses and set out from Hangu Pass to Chang'an.

And during this time.

Two things shocked the entire Central Plains.

First, the State of Qi was destroyed.

Except for the Qin State, the streets and alleys of the other five peoples were filled with panic, fearing that they would be the next target of the ferocious Qin State.

For a time, the bustling streets became deserted, and every household closed their doors and windows, as if this could help them avoid the Qin army.

However, there were also some passionate people who, for the sake of peace in their country, took up arms and chose to join the army.

Even the students from various schools of thought directed their criticisms at the State of Qin and Ying Lou, accusing the King of Qin of cruelty, numerous crimes, and allowing the people of the Central Plains to suffer such a disaster.

However, he never mentioned the fact that the Qin army released grain to save Qi from famine and natural disasters.

The kings of the five countries also had their own thoughts.

There were those who were afraid that the King of Qin would target them next, such as Han and Wei.

In addition, because of the lack of troops in the Central Plains and the country's fortune, they were not worried that Qin would dare to invade their territory, such as Chu and Zhao.

There is also the Tang King Li Yingtai, who is heavy on his mind and no one knows what he is thinking about.

The second thing is that the Golden Cicada Immortal has come down to earth, and the story has become extremely bizarre.

After all, when Lu Yue revealed his true form and used the Nine-gift Ring Staff to destroy the heaven and earth, the name Jin Chan was uttered by the immortals in the sky.

Although everyone in the Central Plains was discussing this matter, not everyone believed it. After all, it was too unbelievable that immortals really existed.

Most of the people believed it, but most of the princes and nobles scoffed at it.

They felt that this was a rumor deliberately spread by the Qin State in order to shake the people's hearts.

It was the morning of the fifth day when the three of them set out for Chang'an.

Jin Chan, who had not slept all night, spoke seriously to Tang Qianyan and Xiao Luoyang.

"There is something important to deal with at Yinglou today, so we won't travel today. I'm afraid I need to sleep for more than five hours."

The cicada usually only lives during the day, so Xiao Luoyang and Tang Qianyan became confused when they heard this.

"Brother, did something happen in the court?"

Xiao Luoyang was a little anxious, fearing that something unexpected might have happened to Jin Chan's other body or King Qin.

"That's not the case. It's just a little bit of trifling."

Jin Chan, who always spoke decisively, was actually stuttering at this moment, which made Tang Qianyan curious.

"Brother Jin, is there something shameful about this? We are all friends now, so why hide it?"

Tang Qianyan narrowed his eyes, grinned and asked.

"Mind your own business. Just wander around the city during the day and set out on your journey tomorrow morning."

As soon as he finished speaking, Jin Chan fell asleep.

And on the other side is the Afang Palace.

Ying Lou, who was lying on the bed, suddenly opened his eyes and looked at the eunuchs and palace maids around him who had already prepared to change clothes and wash up. He stood up helplessly, holding his forehead and sighed.

"Choosing a concubine, choosing a concubine, oh, this guy Li Si is so fast."

(End of this chapter)