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Chapter 116: Ying Zheng on Thin Ice

Looking at Lü Buwei's leaving back, Ying Zheng realized that the Lü Buwei in the world of King of Qin was even more domineering and arrogant, and even the current King of Qin Yiren was a little afraid of him.

When he became the King of Qin with the help of Lu Buwei, continued to appoint him as the Prime Minister of Qin, and respectfully called him "Ya Fu", Lu Buwei would become even more unscrupulous.

Ying Zheng discovered that there was a very interesting thing in feudal society. Later generations always wanted to avoid the harem interfering in politics, but in dynasties where the harem interfered in politics, although there were often some unrest, most of them would not lead to the destruction of the country or the clan.

The period without harem interference in politics often appears at the end of the dynasty or in its heyday. In fact, Qin II Hu Hai and Ying Zheng are quite similar. Both succeeded to the throne at a young age and had a powerful minister who held all the power. The difference is that Ying Zheng had Zhao Ji and Lao Ai to restrain Lu Buwei's ambition, while Zhao Gao during the period of Qin II Hu Hai was too greedy and too powerful. Li Si, who was used to restrain Zhao Gao, was too useless and surrendered directly to Zhao Gao, resulting in a situation where Zhao Gao was the only one in power.

The next day, King Yiren of Qin brought Zhao Ji and Ying Zheng, mother and son, to the residence of Queen Dowager Huayang and formally met with this most powerful old lady.

After the complicated formalities, everyone began to exchange pleasantries. Queen Dowager Huayang looked at Ying Zheng with a smile, "Prince Zheng, I heard that you were once recruited by the State of Zhao and participated in the so-called defense of Handan?"

This question from the Queen Mother Huayang was a fatal blow to Ying Zheng. If a prince of a country joins the enemy army and fights against his own country, he will completely lose his right of inheritance.

King Yiren of Qin showed a surprised expression and wanted to argue for Ying Zheng, but before he could open his mouth, he was met with a meaningful look from Queen Dowager Huayang. His heart tightened and he swallowed back the words.

"Grandma, please forgive me because my mother and I are living in such a poor environment in Handan.

My mother was worried that I would be harmed by Julu Marquis Zhao Mu, so she deliberately hid me in an ordinary farmer's home and found a substitute.

"What happened later proved that my mother's decision was correct!
Not only my mother but also my substitute was imprisoned by Julu Hou Zhao Mu.

My stand-in also became a drug addict with no fighting spirit because of his constant drinking."

"Before my mother recognized me, I always thought I was from Zhao. It was during the urgent battle to defend Handan that I was drafted into the army."

After hearing Ying Zheng's explanation, King Yiren of Qin looked at Zhao Ji with even more pity. Zhao Ji also lay in Yiren's arms and cried sadly, feeling aggrieved.

Seeing that her question, which was intended to be a decisive blow to Ying Zheng, was easily answered by Ying Zheng and Zhao Ji, the mother and son, the Queen Mother Huayang looked at Ying Zheng with a playful look, and suddenly she began to take it seriously.

"Young Master Zheng, you and your son have been wronged!
Qin will not let Zhao Mu, Marquis of Julu, off easily!"

"Thank you, Grandma!"

Ying Zheng understood the meaning of the Queen Mother Huayang's words, which was that he felt that taking revenge on Zhao Mu, Marquis of Julu, would also be a revenge for Ying Zheng and Zhao Ji, mother and son.

Seeing Ying Zheng's quick thinking, Queen Dowager Huayang couldn't help but smile with satisfaction. In her heart, when Cheng Jiao became the King of Qin, this smart elder brother Ying Zheng would be of great help to Cheng Jiao.

Just like Ying Xi, who was once Yiren's competitor for the throne, he is now Yiren's right-hand man, assisting Yiren in his ambition to become king.

In other words, in Lady Huayang's heart, Ying Zheng's best position is to become the second Ying Xi, and to assist the future King of Qin Cheng Jiao wholeheartedly and responsibly.

Lu Buwei acted in a domineering and decisive manner. The next day, when Ying Zheng returned from Lady Huayang, he saw Lu Buwei waiting there with a young retainer.

"Prime Minister, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting!"

"You're welcome, sir!

In this Great Qin, I, Lü Buwei, will be your strongest supporter!"

"Thank you, Prime Minister!"

"Young Master Zheng, let me introduce myself to you.

This is Wang Guan, a retainer in my house. He is not only quick-witted but also profoundly learned, making him the perfect choice for your mentor.

"It turns out to be Mr. Wang Guan. Ying Zheng will be in great need of you from now on!"

Wang Guan was also a celebrity in the Qin State at that time. Ying Zheng had certainly heard of him. It was also quite good to be able to study under him.

"You are so polite, sir!

"It is my honor to teach you, Master Zheng!" Wang Guan said, bowing hastily.

Seeing that Ying Zheng accepted his arrangement so tactfully, the overbearing CEO Lu Buwei was very satisfied and liked Ying Zheng more and more. Then he smiled again and said, "Master Zheng, I have contacted a real master for you.

I will come to Xianyang in a while, and your safety problem will be solved by then!"

"Thank you, Prime Minister, for your concern!"

"Haha, I just heard from my maid that Master Zheng went to see the Queen Mother Huayang?"

"Exactly!"

"Well! What does Queen Dowager Huayang have to say to you, young master?"

“Didn’t say anything!
It’s just a simple greeting.”

"In that case, young master, you should follow Wang Guan and study hard!
I am currently compiling Lüshi Chunqiu and will send it to you when it is completed."

"Haha, then I must speed up my studies.

So that I won’t be unable to understand the Lüshi Chunqiu when it is completed!"

"Haha, sir, you're joking!"

With the return of Zhao Ji and Ying Zheng to Qin, arguments began in the Qin palace about the selection of the crown prince, and the first to express their opinions were the pawns of each faction.

The real faction leaders, however, are sitting back and watching the development of the situation. The current Chu faction within the Qin State cannot be ignored. This is a huge force that has gradually developed since the Queen Dowager Xuan, Mi Yue.

For King Yiren of Qin, his heart was more inclined to choose his second son Chengjiao. After all, Chengjiao was the child he had watched grow up since he was a child, and the feelings he had for him were not comparable to those of Ying Zheng.

Ying Zheng knew that he could not compare to his younger brother Cheng Jiao in terms of feelings. He could clearly see this when he saw the doting eyes that Queen Dowager Huayang and King Yiren of Qin gave Cheng Jiao.

Although the outside world was in an uproar about the heir to the throne, Ying Zheng didn't care at all. He just followed Wang Guan and learned the Qin language and knowledge.

As a retainer valued by Lu Buwei, his knowledge was really incomparable to that of Wang Jian at that time. He often explained knowledge points in a simple and profound way to help Ying Zheng understand them.

In fact, Wang Guan was also very shocked by Ying Zheng's progress. It can be said that he made great progress every day. After returning to Lu Buwei's house, he often praised Ying Zheng without hesitation.

Lu Buwei believed very much in Wang Guan's knowledge and ability, otherwise he would not have brought him to Ying Zheng. When he heard Wang Guan's praise of Ying Zheng, Lu Buwei was very happy.

As a shrewd man who was able to make the most of a rare commodity, Lu Buwei always believed that Ying Zheng was his own flesh and blood, and was naturally willing to assist Ying Zheng with all his heart.

(End of this chapter)