Daqin: The Greatest Sage of Confucianism and Taoism

All along, the six countries called Qin the tyrannical Qin, and everyone subconsciously thought so, but after Su Xuan said this today, they finally reacted.

What a tyrannical Qin! Our Great Qin is clearly a benevolent and righteous army! How dare the thieves of the six countries slander our Great Qin like this? How can a scholar tolerate this!

When Ying Zheng took the declaration of war and read it, his eyes lit up and he couldn't help but applaud.

The only bad thing is that he was praised too much, such as being appointed by heaven, conquering the universe, and having the power to dominate the world...

"Zhao Gao, read it to the ministers!" Ying Zheng couldn't wait to let the civil and military officials present feel it.

"Yes." Zhao Gao took the letter respectfully and said word by word, "Since the beginning of the universe, when the first human was born, the emperor was established as the shepherd. However, in the Spring and Autumn Period, the countries were divided, probably because of their own selfishness, and the disaster of war lasted for hundreds of years, and the people suffered and lived in misery. However, the heaven has the virtue of loving life, and sent down the mysterious and yellow air to sweep away the turbid dust, and return the world to a clear and bright place! On the day when the King of Qin was born, the dragon and the phoenix sang together, and the clear light shone everywhere. He carried out the will of heaven and swept the world. "Yu, I want to create an immortal and prosperous world. Now the kings of the six countries are incompetent and unjust, levying heavy taxes and levying heavy taxes, and everyone has the right to punish them. Only the King of Qin loves the people like his own children. Because of the disappointment of the world and the support of the people, I raise the banner of justice to destroy the six countries. I hereby announce to the world that all people with lofty ideals in the world can enter Qin and do great things. All people in the world can enter Qin, divide the land and buy land, and exempt taxes for two years. All the officers and officials of the six countries who surrender will not be questioned..."

After reading the whole article aloud, Zhao Gao felt his mouth dry and his fear of Su Xuan grew even deeper.

This literati's flattery is so elegant!

Among the court officials, those who had foresight were all amazed after hearing this soul-stirring declaration of war.

Through a manifesto, the Qin State has already gained the reputation of being righteous!

Taking the people of the world as the starting point, the kings of the six countries abused them, but the King of Qin treated them well. Everything Qin did was just to make them live a better life. Who can say that this is unjust? This is clearly the righteousness of the world! No wonder it is said that he who wins the hearts of the people wins the world!

"The punitive manifesto written by the Prime Minister is more powerful than thousands of troops!" Wei Liao's expression was full of admiration.

"The scholars of the six kingdoms will slander our Great Qin. Our king is a virtuous ruler, and our Qin is also a benevolent and righteous teacher." Wang Wan said indignantly, "The kings of the six kingdoms are such wicked rulers, and everyone has the right to kill them!"

"That's right. Our Great Qin will never tolerate such things that are outrageous to both humans and gods!" Nei Shiteng echoed.

"My Lord Prime Minister, a punitive declaration can certainly win the hearts of the people, but if you want to destroy the six kingdoms, it ultimately depends on victory or defeat on the battlefield. Is it inappropriate to use the power of one country to conquer the six kingdoms?" The mature Wang Jian said tactfully.

"Don't worry, General Wang Jian. The proclamation of war is only to win the hearts and minds of the people for our Great Qin. As for destroying the six kingdoms, I have another "Strategy of the Six Kingdoms" prepared." Su Xuan explained with a smile, and he was calm and composed from beginning to end.

"But before that, I still need the full assistance of Lord Changping." Su Xuan looked at Mi Qi with ill intention.

"You can say whatever you want, Prime Minister." Mi Qi had a bad feeling.

Su Xuan smiled brightly, "Prime Minister Mi should know that the Farmer's School is the largest among all the schools of thought. The Farmer's School has 100,000 disciples spread across seven countries. However, except for Qin, the annual harvest of the other Farmer's disciples may not be enough to pay taxes. Now, anyone who enters Qin can be granted land and exempted from taxes for two years. I am sure that many Farmer's disciples will enter Qin."

"Prime Minister Mi has always been on good terms with the Nongjia Chivalrous Leader. How about letting Prime Minister Mi handle this matter?"

Ying Zheng's eyes lit up. As long as these peasant disciples entered Qin, they would all become his people in the Great Qin within a few years!

There are still many wastelands in Qin State now, so naturally the more people there are, the better.

But immediately afterwards, he thought of Mi Qi's strange behavior and his face darkened slightly.

Mi Qi felt extremely frustrated. This was clearly to weaken the power of the six countries and strengthen the power of Qin, but he had no way to refuse. He cupped his hands and said, "Don't worry, Prime Minister. I will definitely get this done!"

Su Xuan looked at him meaningfully. No matter whether Mi Qi worked hard or not, as long as the policy was announced to the world, a large number of peasant disciples would inevitably enter Qin.

This concerns their vital interests. In the past, when Qin reduced taxes, they had the idea of ​​settling down in Qin. Now they have been given a two-year policy of tax reduction and exemption. Any hesitation for a second would be disrespectful to their aspirations for a better life.

No one can stop them from moving towards a better life, not even Xia Kui!

No, if Xia Kui really did that, he must be a fake Xia Kui!

After Mi Qi agreed, Su Xuan turned his gaze to Wang Jian and talked about the strategy of destroying the six countries. He smiled slightly and said, "General Wang Jian, have you heard of blitzkrieg?"

“The essence of war is speed. Take advantage of the enemy’s unpreparedness, attack them where they are least prepared.” Wang Jian explained the importance of speed in war as stated in Sun Tzu’s Art of War.

Su Xuan nodded, then stood in front of the sand table again. He lifted up the sand cones representing the six countries one by one, and then flicked his hand lightly, and Han and Wei fell down.

The corners of his mouth curved up, and he asked with a smile, "General Wang Jian, is it still one country against six countries now?"

Wang Jian was a little confused.

Su Xuan continued, "As long as we destroy countries fast enough, one country a month, there will never be a coalition of six countries."

He looked around the whole place, his brows full of arrogance and confidence, "Besides, even if the six countries unite, what does Qin have to fear?"

"My Great Qin has a million strong army, all of them are brave and skilled in fighting. The treasury is full, the corn is fermented and turned red, the sharp weapons and siege equipment are countless, the sword energy can reach the stars, the army formation is powerful enough to change the color of the wind and clouds, and the killing energy is enough to make ghosts and gods retreat three feet. If we use this to deal with the enemy, what enemy can be a match? If we use it to attack the city, what city can't be conquered?"

"Make friends with distant countries and attack nearby ones? That's a thing of the past!" Su Xuan said with a carefree look, "What we need to do now is to sweep across the six countries with the force of a plow and sweep! With an absolute attitude, tell the world that the Great Qin is the destiny!"

Watching Su Xuan speaking eloquently, many people felt their blood boiling, as if the Qin State would be unified in the next moment. Others felt that he was talking nonsense and was unrealistic.

Even if you are crazy, you can't be this crazy, right?

Destroy a country in one month? Is it really that easy? Would the Warring States period have lasted for hundreds of years?

In other words, Su Xuan didn’t know what they were thinking, otherwise he would have sneered at them.

Looking at the present through the eyes of the past is the most foolish thing to do!

Besides, in later generations, Germany took Denmark in one hour and conquered the Netherlands in five days. Is it outrageous that he destroyed a country in one month?

Chapter 165 Strategic Policy

According to the original history, it took Qin a year to conquer Han.

Today, Qin's weapons are one version ahead of the other six countries. In addition, with the many backup plans Qin has arranged in Korea, it will take Qin more than a month to destroy Korea. This is already enough to show respect for Korea.

"Sir, you are really courageous!" Ying Zheng cheered loudly, feeling his blood boiling, because he truly believed that Su Xuan could do it.

He glanced at the court and the officials' faces and knew what they were thinking.

But what he wanted to say was, how could someone who doesn’t even dare to think succeed?

Just like before the advent of astronomical telescopes, who could have imagined that the universe and the stars could be observed with just the naked eye?

Nothing is impossible in this world. As long as you believe and keep working hard for it, you will get everything you want!

Ying Zheng inexplicably thought of his experiences in his youth. He once told others about his ideal of unifying the world. At that time, he was met with ruthless ridicule. Everyone said that he was just a mere ordinary person and could hardly protect himself. Even if he wanted to dream, he should dream something more realistic!

Since then, he never told anyone about his ideals.

Because a sparrow cannot understand the ambition of a swan, just as a summer insect cannot talk about ice, a well frog cannot talk about the sea, and an ordinary person cannot discuss the Tao.

Those who questioned him and laughed at him will be slapped in the face sooner or later.

He was like this, and so was Su Xuan.

"Since you have such confidence, I will make you the commander-in-chief of the three armies! The stage of the seven countries is open to you!" Ying Zheng took advantage of the situation and was full of confidence in Su Xuan. "I believe in you. If you say you can destroy a country in a month, you can definitely do it!"

Many civil officials in the court looked at each other in bewilderment, thinking that it was too magical. How could the king believe everything Su Xuan said without reservation?

It is impossible to destroy a country in one month, even if Bai Qi were to be resurrected!

The military officers trusted by Ying Zheng, including Wang Jian, Meng Wu and others, looked thoughtful. They knew more information than others. With the new iteration and almost overwhelming weapons, they could indeed destroy the weakest country, South Korea, in a very short period of time. But it would take at least several months. A month would still be too difficult.

"Your Majesty, more haste makes waste! If you pursue speed blindly, you will easily fail at the last hurdle. I think we should implement the strategy of making friends with distant countries and attacking nearby ones. Seeking victory in a stable manner is the best strategy." Wei Liao raised his objection.

Li Si hesitated for a moment, then followed and said, "I second the motion."

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"I second the motion." Then several more people came forward.

Some court officials remained silent and watched coldly, thinking that since Su Xuan had made such a boast, they should let him have a try. If he succeeded, it would be a good thing. If he failed, it would also suppress his arrogance. If he failed miserably, maybe they could use it as an excuse to punish him.

They were respectful on the surface but jealous of Su Xuan, who emerged at a young age and held great power, because they were only qualified to enter the court when they were in their forties or fifties, while Su Xuan, at the age of only twenty, had reached a height that they would never be able to achieve in their entire lives.

Now that he is high and mighty, they naturally can't do anything, but if one day he falls to the ground, they wouldn't mind stepping on him.

"I believe that what the Prime Minister said is not without a chance of realization." Meng Wu stood on Su Xuan's side because no one knew the strength of the Golden Fire Cavalry better than him.

"I think it's worth a try!" Wang Jian also agreed. In his opinion, with the strength of Qin, destroying Han is only a matter of time. If it cannot be destroyed in a month, it will just take a little more time at most.

Wei Liao and other civil officials were all surprised. General Wang Jian, who had always been mature and prudent, actually agreed?

Wang Wan stepped out to express his opinion, "Your Majesty believes that the Prime Minister can do it, and I also believe that the Prime Minister can do it."

Nei Shiteng seemed a little excited. "Your Majesty, I must accompany you to the expedition against Han. I will record everything I see and hear, no matter how big or small, and I will show it to your Majesty and all the officials when we return victorious."

The left prime minister looked serious, looked at Su Xuan, and asked earnestly, "How confident are you, Prime Minister?"

Su Xuan smiled slightly, "I never do anything that I'm not sure of."

He shook his head secretly. One month was still a conservative estimate. He had deliberately taken the marching speed into account. If he had been more radical, wouldn't everyone think it was a fantasy?

Civil and military officials expressed their opinions, and almost half of them agreed and half agreed.

Ying Zheng turned his gaze towards Mi Qi and asked, "Prime Minister Mi, what do you think?"

Mi Qi pondered for a moment, then said, "I agree with the Prime Minister's strategy. Sweeping across the six kingdoms is the way to go!"

He wished that Qin would declare war on the six countries. Only in this way could the six countries work together to resist the tyranny of Qin!

As for the so-called destruction of one country in one month, he didn't believe it at all. If the six countries were so easy to destroy, the world would have been unified long ago!

Sooner or later, Su Xuan will pay the price for his arrogance!

After a moment of hesitation, Ying Zheng made a decision.

"Then I will appoint you as the commander-in-chief of the three armies. The military equipment, food and supplies, and other necessary materials should be prepared immediately. In one month, we will launch an attack on Han!"

After the strategic direction was determined and the military commanders were selected, the court meeting came to an end.

Civil and military officials walked out of the Qilin Hall one after another.

"Master Xiangbang!" Li Si called out first, then quickly walked to Su Xuan and said seriously, "Li Si can be where he is today, all thanks to your care. How about I host you today and have a small gathering?"

Su Xuan looked at him in surprise. When did his junior brother become so wise?

He nodded slightly, and then at Li Si's invitation, the two of them rode in a carriage to Yanwei Mansion.

A moment later, the two of them were seated in the private room of Yanwei Mansion.

"Brother, do you still remember the scene when the three of us drank wine and talked about heroes together?" Li Si poured a glass of wine for Su Xuan, looked nostalgic, and asked with a smile.

A smile appeared on Su Xuan's lips.

Li Si immediately continued, "Junior brother still remembers the scene at that time."

"Senior Brother Han Fei said with a smile that he and I are the only heroes in the world, and I can only be considered half a hero."

"There are countless heroes in the world, and Li Si knows that his talents are limited. He is content to have a place in this chaotic world."

"Brother, what's so good about being a hero? It would be satisfying if all heroes in the world were within your grasp!"

"In the past, I still didn't know what my senior brother was going to do. Now, with the various schools of thought entering Qin one after another and the promulgation of the imperial examination system, my senior brother's vision has been realized."

Li Si held up the wine bottle with both hands and toasted Su Xuan, "Junior brother, I'm waiting for the day when you return triumphantly. By then, the three of us brothers will be able to gather together again."

"Maybe we can work for the Qin together." Su Xuan saw through Li Si's thoughts at a glance and teased with a smile.

Li Si's face was slightly stiff. "Brother, you are joking. Brother Han Fei is the King of Han now. Even if he was captured, how could he work for the Qin State?"

"That's hard to say." Su Xuan's eyes were amused and he smiled, "The King of Qin was able to put aside past grudges and reuse the royal families of the six countries. If this spreads, the effect will surely be amazing!"

The smile gradually disappeared from Li Si's face. He was convinced that his senior brother Su Xuan was better than him, but how could he, who had taken the lead, let Han Fei come from behind and suppress him?

It's impossible!

He will use facts to tell Han Fei that choice is far more important than hard work!

Chapter 166: Punishment

The two of them clinked glasses and in a short while, they had already finished several glasses of wine.

When the conversation was in full swing, an official rushed in with a panicked look on his face, "Sir, County Lieutenant Teng Kan came to report a case. Now the hall is full of people, and there is a lot of noise."

"What happened?" Li Si frowned slightly.

Teng Kan has always been known for his fairness and integrity. He was originally an official in the imperial court. Now that he has taken the initiative to report the case, something extremely serious must have happened.

"The wife of Lieutenant Teng was murdered and her body was thrown into the swamp. Lieutenant Teng asked you to do him justice." The official answered truthfully.

Li Si frowned. Teng Kan and his wife had always been loving and harmonious, with a deep affection. It was a well-known story, but he never expected that he would be killed for no reason!

They even dared to kill the families of imperial officials. This is truly lawless!

Li Si looked furious, thinking that he must find out the murderer behind the scenes, bring him to justice, and punish him severely according to the law, so that people would be happy!

Su Xuan raised his eyebrows slightly. He had also heard some rumors about Teng Kan.

Teng Kan's life has been smooth sailing so far.

He has a successful career, a virtuous wife, and a good reputation. He is definitely a winner in life.

He was a man of great talent in writing and painting. He met a noble man who helped him and he became the lieutenant of Xianyang County. He married a beautiful wife with a kind heart. The couple loved each other and respected each other. This was a story that was praised by people in Xianyang.

The most famous are the four screen paintings he painted, which vividly depict the process of the two people's acquaintance, understanding and love.

A spring dream, with the spring breeze blowing, under an ancient pine tree, a scholar is working at his desk in his dream. In the season when flowers are blooming on the roadside, he meets four women who are outing in the spring. The scholar falls in love with them at first sight.