The Moon in the Qin Dynasty

Chapter 416 Xiong Qing, after all, he is no longer my Xiong Qing
Mi Yun was well aware of the recent disputes among the nations and the fact that Qin sent troops to intervene and help Wei and Qi attack Chu.

The battle had just ended when my brother suddenly came and specifically asked me about the king's mood. It was probably not a good thing.

The king has been in a bad mood recently, and everyone knows this. Brother, please don't get angry with the king.

Mi Yun hurriedly replied and told him the matter solemnly.

As for the "Lüshi Chunqiu" that Changping Jun wanted, she has several copies.

Mi Yun is not just a beautiful girl with a pretty face but no knowledge or skill. It may be an exaggeration to say that she is well-read, but it is no exaggeration to say that she is well-read.

The king values ​​this book so much, how could she not study it carefully?

If you don't learn well yourself, how can you teach Fusu in the future?

Not only Mi Yun, almost every beauty in the harem has a copy.

The king likes it, and you must watch this, even if it's just to have more common topics with the king!

There were many beauties in Ying Zheng's harem who were both knowledgeable and well-educated, and most of them admired the contemporary works from the bottom of their hearts.

Lu Xiang is truly worthy of being Lu Xiang, as he can compile such a work.

However, even Lu Xiang still humbly submits to the king, because the king is the strongest!

When Changping Jun received Mi Yun's reply, his already cold heart became even colder. As expected, the king would not be in a very good mood.

Now that things have come to this, let’s read the book first.

Changping Jun is still very much looking forward to Lü Buwei's "Lüshi Chunqiu".

I was shocked when I read the preface. The king really thinks highly of this book. And the tone and meaning...

Changping Jun straightened his mind and opened the chapter. He forgot about his meal when he read it. It was not until the moon was high in the sky and the candles were about to go out that he came to his senses.

I was filled with admiration in my heart. No wonder the king valued this book so much. This book combines the strengths of hundreds of schools of thought and lays the foundation for the Qin Dynasty.

Changping Jun finally understood what Ying Zheng meant and felt even more worried. The king no longer concealed his determination to unify the world.

Now that the Qin Dynasty is so powerful and there is a sage like the king in the court, who in the world can stop it?
Changping Jun did not worry about this matter for too long.

Soon he became worried about his current affairs. The king is in a bad mood, and I still want to question him.

Ugh.

When Changping Jun came to the court as an envoy, he was extremely nervous.

"Prince Xiong Qi, a minister of the Chu State, pays respect to the King of Qin. May the King be blessed with good health and good fortune."

"Flat body."

Hearing this very familiar and still extremely majestic voice, Changping Jun became even more nervous.

I screamed in my heart: Father! Why do you treat me like this?! I have been working hard in Qin for half my life, and now it is all over.

Woo woo woo, there is no hope anymore, it is impossible to return to the Qin court.

"What is the purpose of your visit to Qin, Lord Xiong?" Ying Zheng's voice sounded calmly and slowly.

Changping Jun gritted his teeth and replied loudly: "My king, I came to Qin this time on the order of my king. I came to ask you why you sent troops to attack Chu some time ago? Why did you destroy the friendly alliance between the two countries for no reason? Has your king forgotten the friendship between the two countries?"

"Hehe, hehe, hehe, hehe."

Ying Zheng laughed slowly, the sound gradually growing louder until it echoed throughout the hall.

The laughter suddenly stopped, and he asked calmly, "What? Is the King of Chu going to question me?"

Changping Jun's palms were already sweating.

Even though he knew that Ying Zheng would never kill him, Ying Zheng was definitely not the kind of person who would kill an envoy.

But the majesty of the past now came to his mind extremely clearly, causing him to feel fear instinctively.

Once an important official of the Qin Dynasty, he once sat high up on both sides of the palace, watching others tremble in fear under the majesty of the king.

At that time, I only felt respect and honor.

But now that my identity has changed and it is my turn to bear the king's majesty in His Highness's honor, I truly realize how terrible this is.

Although the king asked very calmly, it was really terrifying.

But I have to answer the king's question.

Can't go back randomly.

The dignity and respect of the Chu State must also be maintained.

Changping Jun closed his eyes, took a deep breath and prepared himself mentally, then suddenly opened his eyes. He replied loudly: "Your Majesty, since the Qin and Chu countries reconciled their friendship, the Chu State has never been disrespectful to Your Majesty."

"But the king sent an army of more than 100,000 to fight without declaration, helping Wei and Qi to attack Chu, causing great losses to Chu. Is this an act of diplomatic relations and alliance? Is this the way of a gentleman?"

"It seems that the King of Chu is really going to question me."

Ying Zheng raised his voice slightly: "My lords, did you hear that? The King of Chu is questioning me."

"Hahahaha." Ying Zheng laughed loudly, and the important civil and military officials in the court followed suit.

For a moment, only laughter echoed in the hall, and Changping Jun was left with only fear in his heart.

"How dare you!" Ying Zheng shouted.

"How dare you, the Chu State, talk about friendship between our two countries?!"

"We fought two undeclared wars in a row, and united other countries to attack Qin. Why didn't we discuss the alliance between the two countries at that time?"

"Even if that's not the case, this time your Chu State attacked Wei for no reason, and I, for the sake of our friendship, allowed Chu State to wreak havoc without stopping it."

"But I have just formed an alliance with Qi through marriage, and the King of Qi has come to Qin to meet me. How dare you, Chu, not care and wantonly attack Qi."

"Does your Chu State take me seriously? Do you Chu State take the Great Qin seriously?"

Changping Jun swallowed his saliva and dared not speak at all.

Zhong Cang stood up and said, "Your Majesty, Chu is unjust and has wantonly attacked big countries without regard for the people. It has provoked disputes and has no mercy. Our Great Qin should unite with Qi and Wei to attack Chu and enforce justice!"

Lü Buwei stood up and said, "Your Majesty, I second your proposal. Chu is rude and has disregarded our friendship with Qin by attacking a friendly country. Qin did not take the initiative to send troops to attack Chu, but only helped Qi to resist the enemy. This is already the most righteous thing. But now Chu dares to be shameless and sent envoys to Qin to be rude to Your Majesty. I request that you send troops to attack Chu."

Cai Ze continued, "Your Majesty, I also request to attack Chu. Chu is ungrateful. Changping Jun was once your subject, but the King of Chu sent Changping Jun to Qin to question you and humiliate you. I have heard that a righteous gentleman would not cause discord between the king and his subjects. Now the King of Chu is acting disrespectfully and using the righteousness between the king and his subjects to hurt you. This is a heinous crime. I request to send troops!"

For a moment, the entire court was filled with excitement, with everyone asking for war. Changping Jun was so frightened by the boiling enthusiasm in the court that his pupils contracted.

What's happening here?
Although my colleagues in the past were all very bellicosous, why do they seem even more bellicosous now?
Changping Jun had no idea that, because of what happened to Meng Ao some time ago, everyone in the court was eager for military merit and was looking forward to it.

Chu is so big, there must be a lot of military merit in conquering it, right? !
Seeing that it was almost time, Ying Zheng cleared his throat and the noisy sound quickly died down.

"Xiong Qing, what else do you have to say?"

Changping Jun wiped his sweat, bowed down quickly, and pleaded loudly: "Your Majesty, I have no intention of humiliating you, and Chu has no intention of becoming an enemy of Qin."

"This is all a misunderstanding!"

"It's just that my father wants to understand why the Qin State sent troops. He has no intention of becoming an enemy of the Qin State."

"The attack on Qi was a misunderstanding. It was accidental. It was all the generals who acted on their own initiative. Father has absolutely no intention of attacking Qi!"

"Your Majesty, this is all a misunderstanding. If these misunderstandings ruin the diplomatic relations between the two countries and lead to a war between the two countries, how worthless is that?!"

"Besides, Qin and Chu are both great countries. If they were to fight, the people would suffer and countless people would be killed or injured. How cruel!"

Ying Zheng's face was as calm as a mirror, and he said calmly: "I have given the State of Chu too many chances, but the State of Chu has disappointed me time and time again."

"Perhaps only a war can truly make the King of Chu understand, and make the Chu State understand, what attitude should be taken towards Daqin."

Changping Jun was extremely anxious, frightened and scared, and hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, please think twice, please think twice. Our two countries have just become friends, and Chu has no intention of becoming an enemy of Qin. For the sake of the people, please think twice!"

Seeing that Ying Zheng didn't say anything, Changping Jun calmed down and continued:

"Your Majesty, Qin and Chu are on good terms. If they were to go to war, there would be devastation and suffering for the people. The destruction and pain caused by war will take years to heal. The people of both countries long for a peaceful life and do not want to be caught up in the flames of war. Your Majesty governs the country with benevolence and virtue. You are a benevolent monarch. Please pity the suffering of the people and be cautious in starting a war."

"Besides, Qin and Chu are both big countries. Although Chu is not invincible, it also has its strengths. Chu is also vast and has abundant resources, many soldiers and generals. If Qin insists on attacking Chu, it will be caught in a hard battle and the outcome is unpredictable. Even if Qin wins in the end, it will pay a heavy price and lose national strength, which is not good for Qin's long-term development."

"The two countries are friendly to begin with. Why should we destroy their friendship because of a small misunderstanding? Moreover, the princes coexist. If someone takes advantage of the war between Qin and Chu to gain an advantage, wouldn't that be the worst news for both countries?"

"I beg your Majesty to understand. The idea of ​​Chu and Qin being friendly has always been firm. The two countries are relatives and friends through marriage. Your Majesty is so wise and powerful. How can you do something that will hurt your relatives and please your enemies?"

Ying Zheng chuckled and sighed, "Xiong Qing is indeed very talented and eloquent."

"It's a pity that Xiong Qing is no longer my Xiong Qing after all."

"The King"

Ying Zheng sighed, interrupted Lord Changping, and continued: "Forget it, I am persuaded by your words. Let's put this matter aside for now, but I want to tell you that this is the last time. If Chu State provokes Qin again, I will never forgive it."

"If Chu wants war, I will grant you war!"

Before Changping Jun could speak, Ying Zheng looked at the important officials in the court and said, "My Lords, the war between the two countries is no small matter. Since it is a misunderstanding, it is enough to talk it out. The people are innocent. For the sake of the people, let's just leave it alone for now."

"If the State of Chu persists in its wrongdoings, then we will settle all old and new accounts together."

Although the ministers were still unwilling, they did not dare to say anything and all said yes.

(End of this chapter)