Daqin: The Greatest Sage of Confucianism and Taoism

It’s great to have such a life.

Chapter 136: The End of Lü Buwei

Zhangtai Palace.

"I have been merciful enough to him. He has tried to assassinate me several times, but I could forgive him. I didn't expect that he would secretly communicate with the envoys of the six countries, trying to form an alliance to fight against our Qin!" Ying Zheng was filled with righteous indignation and confided to Su Xuan with an indignant look, "He is now in charge of the seals of four countries. If you hadn't reminded me, I'm afraid he would have ruined our Qin's plan to unify the world!"

"He doesn't want to enjoy his old age and wants to die. I have no choice but to help him." Ying Zheng's face turned cold and he waved his hand to call Zhao Gao over. "I'll leave this matter to you!"

"Don't worry, Your Majesty. I will do my best to get this done." Zhao Gao acted loyally, with his face lowered and a cold light flashing in his narrow eyes.

He has always kept his ambition deep in his heart and firmly believed that it would come true sooner or later.

He was born in the Qin Palace and had been a eunuch since childhood. Because he had no money and power, he suffered unimaginable bullying from others. At that time, he secretly vowed that he would reach the top step by step, he wanted to be Zhao Gao!

In order to climb up step by step, he tried to please Ying Zheng. After knowing that Ying Zheng preferred the Legalist culture, he secretly learned a lot of legal knowledge. He was more serious and responsible in his daily work and worked diligently. God rewards those who work hard. He seized the opportunity and was appreciated by Ying Zheng. From a small eunuch, he gained Ying Zheng's trust step by step and became the Minister of the Chariots by his side.

After becoming the Minister of the Imperial Chariots, he worked even harder. As Ying Zheng's power had fallen into other people's hands, and due to his special status as a eunuch, he was gradually trusted by Ying Zheng and got the opportunity to assist Prince Hu Hai.

Just when he thought everything was going as he expected, Su Xuan arrived. Ying Zheng respected him as a teacher and treated him with the courtesy of a state scholar. He believed in everything he said without a doubt. This kind of treatment was something he had never received in all the years he had served Ying Zheng respectfully.

This made him jealous, but he did not think about dealing with Su Xuan until Su Xuan took away the net that he was determined to get.

He began to plan in his heart how to eliminate him, because he was blocking his way. With him blocking his way, he would never be able to become Zhao Gao!

Similarly, he also knew the difference in status between them and knew how fierce Su Xuan's methods were, so he concealed everything without any flaws.

He was very patient. As a close minister to Ying Zheng, no one could deal with him as long as he didn't make any mistakes.

But Su Xuan is different. The more power he holds, the easier it is for him to be targeted and the easier it is for him to make mistakes. Once he makes an irreparable mistake, that will be the time for him to eliminate Su Xuan.

We have endured for more than ten years, so what does it matter if we wait a little longer?

After receiving the task, he left quickly, and Su Xuan looked at his departing back, seeming to be lost in thought.

"Your Majesty, although Lu Buwei has resigned from his post, he still has many followers under his command, many of whom are skilled in martial arts. Now that he has decided to rebel against Qin, he will definitely not surrender." Su Xuan said in a deep voice.

"Sir, you don't know." Ying Zheng smiled slightly. "Although Zhao Gao is just an eunuch, his martial arts skills are only half as good as Mr. Gai Nie. In addition, the palace has also trained many eunuchs with high martial arts skills. It should not be a problem to deal with the retainers under Lu Buwei."

"And what you said, sir, is indeed worthy of attention." Ying Zheng pondered for a moment, as if thinking about who would be the most appropriate person to send to accompany him.

"It just so happens that I control Luowang. Your Majesty, why don't you use Luowang as a safety net? I can also test the loyalty of Luowang's people." Su Xuan made a suggestion, and then said, "What do you think, Your Majesty?"

"Sir, if you want to go, then that's fine." At this point, Ying Zheng held his hand and said, "Just remember to pay attention to your own safety."

Su Xuan felt warm inside and nodded seriously, "Don't worry, Your Majesty."

......

In a mansion in Liyang, Lu Buwei was making arrangements to leave the State of Qin.

He thought he had done things covertly enough, but he didn't know that after losing power, his network of interests had already fallen apart.

Some people betrayed him and gained benefits from it, and his plans were leaked as a result.

"My Lord Prime Minister, it's been a long time." Zhao Gao didn't give Lu Buwei any face and rushed in with his men. He narrowed his narrow eyes and revealed a sinister smile.

"Zhao Gao, you broke into my house and violated the Qin law." Lü Buwei's face darkened. "Even if I retire, I cannot be bullied by a eunuch like you."

"Get out of my house." He glared at Zhao Gao. Even though he had stepped down as prime minister, his long-term power still made him look quite imposing.

Zhao Gao was not polite at all and retorted, "Mr. Xiangbang, don't you know that once you lose power, you are worse than a dog?"

He sneered, "We call you Lord Xiangbang to give you face. If we don't give you face, you are just an old man who is about to die."

"We are here today on the orders of the king to give the Prime Minister beautiful women and fine wine." He gestured to his men, and someone immediately walked out with a wine jug, "Prime Minister, please."

"Want to kill me? You are not qualified!" Lu Buwei seemed to have expected this. He sneered and retreated while shouting, "Go!"

As a prime minister who has held power for more than ten years, how could he not have a group of loyal followers? Even if he lost power one day and most of his followers left him, the remaining people were still a force that should not be underestimated.

A rain of arrows poured down from the sky, shooting towards Zhao Gao and his group.

Zhao Gao moved quickly and appeared outside the attack range before the rain of arrows fell. He then charged towards Lu Buwei with sword in hand.

The two sides engaged in a fierce battle.

Su Xuan stood on the top of a paulownia tree, holding a telescope, and had a clear understanding of the entire battle situation.

Dozens of first-class killers were hiding here. As long as they were not executing any Luowang killers, they were all called over by him.

The main thing is to be safe.

Xuan Jian looked at the telescope in Su Xuan's hand with curiosity. He did not ask any questions rashly, but stood guard respectfully by the side.

After waiting for half an hour, when the sounds of killing gradually died down, Su Xuan led a group of Luowang killers in to clean up the mess.

It has to be said that Zhao Gao's strength was indeed amazing. He brought a group of eunuchs and almost broke through Lu Buwei's defensive force.

Although the situation is in a state of stalemate, Su Xuan believes that Zhao Gao can complete the task even if he does not take action.

But he has always been kind-hearted, so how could he sit idly by and watch his colleagues fighting each other?

So he joined the battle in time, and the web killers surrounded them from all directions.

"Mr. Xiangguo, killing is an evil act." Su Xuan walked out of the crowd and took a look at the tragic scene. "It would be fine if you didn't stop them, but why did you indulge them?"

"These people died because of you. You have committed a heinous crime. Why don't you surrender?"

Chapter 137: The End of Lü Buwei (Part )

"You came here to kill me, didn't you?" Lü Buwei sneered, "What qualifications do you have to criticize me?"

Su Xuan shook his head and said seriously, "Everyone will die one day, and some people just need a little help."

"Master Xiangbang, I am the best at helping others."

"Tell me, how are you going to thank me?"

Lu Buwei was stunned, and he seemed to have not expected Su Xuan to be such a shameless person.

"Master Xiangguo, you said you want to give me all your money? How can I do that? What? You want me to accept it? Then I have no choice but to refuse."

Lu Buwei's face was full of question marks.

Su Xuan looked at Lu Buwei with a smile, "I didn't expect that the Prime Minister would be so generous. Don't worry, I will definitely let you go in a dignified way."

"Zhao Gao, what are you still standing there for? Why don't you give the Prime Minister a ride?" Su Xuan ordered without even turning his head.

A hint of gloom flashed across Zhao Gao's eyes, but soon they were replaced with a smile. "Thank you, Prime Minister, for your help. I am very grateful."

After saying that, he turned his gaze towards Lu Buwei, holding the poisoned wine and walked towards him, "Master Xiangbang, please."

The several people who were guarding Lu Buwei were all wounded and had already made up their minds to die.

"Are you still prepared to resist, Prime Minister?" Su Xuan advised, "Even if you resist, it will only increase innocent casualties."

"If you, Lord Xiangguo, voluntarily go to die, I can let them go and let them collect your body."

Lu Buwei looked at the loyal retainers in front of him, sighed, and took the initiative to step forward and offer the poisoned wine.

"Sir, if we fight them, we will definitely be able to find a way out!"

"Sir, we will never live in vain!"

"Sir, please don't do this. You have been so kind to us, how can we just watch you die?"

......

Everyone wanted to persuade him again, but Lu Buwei raised his hand to stop them.

"I have made up my mind. No need to persuade me."

He looked at the wine glass, an old face was reflected in the wine, and he suddenly laughed.

From a mere merchant, he became a powerful prime minister, enjoying all the splendor and glory. Having lived to this point in his life, and now at the age of old age, what regrets could there be?

"Su Xuan, I know that you are the same as me and will never be inferior to others." He looked at Su Xuan with a complicated look, "With your help, the Qin State will surely reach an unprecedented peak."

"But do you know what the fate of powerful officials is in the end?"

"When the birds are gone, the good bows are put away; when the cunning rabbit dies, the running dog is cooked. In the past, Wu Anjun was so powerful, but when he became a threat to the throne, even if he was loyal, he could not escape the fate of being sentenced to death."

He laughed loudly, looking up to the sky. "This old man has seen your end. When you are at your peak, that will be the moment of your death!"

"I will leave first today. I am in the underground, waiting for you to follow in my footsteps."

After saying this, he drank the poisoned wine in one gulp, and a moment later, he fell to the ground and died.

When the retainers saw Lu Buwei falling to the ground, they all knelt down beside him, weeping and sobbing. Some were so loyal that they even drew their swords and committed suicide.

Su Xuan watched this scene without changing his expression. It was normal for a prime minister with all the power in the world to have dozens or even hundreds of loyal fans.

As for what Lu Buwei said, they had no effect on him at all. As a person of later generations, how could he not know the truth that one's achievements surpass those of his master?

He had already made arrangements for this matter. He deliberately revealed his lustful side. Wasn't that a manifestation of his imperfection?

Moreover, Ying Zheng was not King Zhaoxiang of Qin. In history, he had never killed any meritorious official.

Of course, he would not put all his hopes on trusting Ying Zheng. How could he put his life in the hands of others?

He has already made some arrangements and started to lay out his plans. As for the decline after the peak of prosperity? He is not afraid of it, but rather looks forward to that day. He wants to see who will want to deal with him by then.

Enemies in the open are not scary; enemies in the dark are the ones we should be wary of.

"Let's deal with them together." Su Xuan glanced at the guests and then gave orders to the Luowang killers.

"Didn't you say you would let us go and let us help the Prime Minister collect the body?" One of the retainers shouted angrily, accusing Su Xuan of being untrustworthy.

Su Xuan responded coldly, "I did let you go, but they didn't say they would let you go."

He looked at the retainer with an idiotic look. With such a deep hatred, how could he let the tiger go back to the mountain and raise it to cause trouble? It is right to cut the grass and eradicate the roots!

Even if several retainers put up a desperate resistance, how could they escape from the siege of dozens of assassins? They were all killed.

Su Xuan waved his hand and asked several first-class killers to search for anyone who was missed, while the six sword slaves stayed by his side to protect his safety.

Duan Shui, who was killed by Su Xuan, was replaced by another first-class killer.

After finishing everything, Su Xuan turned around and walked in front of Zhao Gao. He chuckled and said something meaningful, "The Minister of the Imperial Chariot Office is indeed a man of hidden talents."

He looked at Zhao Gao with a smile. Zhao Gao, who was being stared at, felt inexplicably frightened. He knelt down with a fearful attitude and said, "Master Xiangguo, you are really embarrassing me. I have no other thoughts, but I am willing to do my best to help the king complete the task."

"The Minister of the Imperial Chariots is indeed loyal." Su Xuan glanced at him condescendingly and changed the subject, "But it doesn't matter if you have other intentions. I am just worried that there are not enough people to help me establish my authority."

"Master Xiangguo, I only have power because of Your Majesty. Without Your Majesty, I am nothing." He wore his official hat, almost buried his head in the ground, and kowtowed three times in the direction of Xianyang City. "I am loyal to Your Majesty and will never dare to have second thoughts."

Su Xuan smiled without saying anything. In front of the First Emperor, if you have any second thoughts, aren't you seeking death?

But after Ying Zheng, this is not necessarily the case.

He glanced at Zhao Gao and had no intention of eliminating him for the time being. As he said, enemies in the dark are far more terrifying than enemies in the light.

Zhao Gao can just be used as an observation point, and it is not a bad idea to use him to find out those who want to deal with him.

"Stand up." After Zhao Gao knelt for a long while, he finally spoke, "You have completed the king's mission well."

"By the way, before you leave, remember to clean up this place. Lü Buwei is the prime minister of Qin after all, so give him some dignity."

Zhao Gao nodded in agreement, being extremely respectful and not daring to show the slightest dissatisfaction.

With rich experience in treasure hunting, Su Xuan quickly found Lu Buwei's property. There were mountains of gold, silver and jewelry, worth millions of gold, which made Su Xuan amazed.

And this may only be a part of Lu Buwei's assets. His real assets are his land deeds, commodities, and the Lu's Chamber of Commerce he runs. But it doesn't matter. He also has a chamber of commerce that can erode his assets to the greatest extent.

With a wave of his hand, the money in the warehouse disappeared instantly.

Then he took the Luowang assassins and walked in front of Zhao Gao openly.

As his witness, Zhao Gao clearly saw that he did not take a penny.

As for where Lu Buwei's money went, what does it have to do with Su Xuan?

Chapter 138: The Hero Tian Guang

Li day.

Su Xuan took a carriage to the appointment as scheduled and arrived at Changping Jun's mansion.

"Your Excellency the Prime Minister is indeed on time." As soon as he got off the car, Changping Jun came to greet him and was very enthusiastic.

"It's mainly because Lord Changping was so kind that he had the carriage parked at the Violet Chamber of Commerce early on. When the time was approaching, someone came to remind us." Su Xuan smiled back.