Some say that someone's achievements are so great that they threaten the ruler, but in reality, even without the main character, there's still Wang Jian. The saying "achievements so great that they threaten the ruler" applies to different monarchs. Those who understand will understand.
"Haven't you had dinner yet?"
Inside Zhangtai Palace, Ying Zheng and his wicked husband stared at each other, and Ying Zheng had no choice but to change the subject.
“Of course I didn’t eat. I went back and packed my things to prepare to leave. But I was still worried, so I had to come to the palace to find you.” The wicked husband’s words still carried a hint of anger.
Ying Zheng smiled wryly upon hearing this and beckoned to Zhao Gao, "You dog, hurry up and prepare dinner. Are you trying to starve me and the Grand Commandant to death?"
Zhao Gao felt a bitter taste in his mouth. You were impeached and accused by your wicked husband, and in the end you took your anger out on yourself? Feeling wronged, Zhao Gao quickly left the hall.
After he left, the wicked husband's eyes suddenly turned cold and fierce. "My dear Zheng, tell me, did Zhao Gao instigate you to go and find the elixir of immortality?"
Ying Zheng was taken aback upon hearing this, then nodded. "You knew all this? Could it be that you really planted spies among my spies?"
"Just a guess!"
The wicked man curled his lip, making no attempt to hide his murderous intent. "Zhao Gao is clever and can serve you well, but he has a rebellious streak, a gloomy mind, and is unwilling to be subordinate to others. He should never be trusted or given important responsibilities."
People of later generations are very familiar with Zhao Gao's deeds. Despite being a eunuch, he actually managed to become a powerful figure in the end.
The First Emperor's will stipulated that Fusu should handle the funeral and ascend the throne. Zhao Gao, the head of the Imperial Carriage Office, conspired with Prime Minister Li Si to enthrone Huhai, the eighteenth son of the First Emperor, and forged an imperial edict to force Fusu to commit suicide.
After Hu Hai ascended the throne, he appointed Zhao Gao as the Grand Chancellor, who monopolized the government and killed Li Si's entire clan. Zhao Gao also conspired with his son-in-law, Yan Le, the magistrate of Xianyang, to forge an imperial edict to send troops to surround Wangyi Palace, forcing Hu Hai to commit suicide.
It can be said that the Qin Dynasty's demise after only two generations was inextricably linked to this eunuch!
Unfortunately, he could not say these words to Ying Zheng. He could only remind him to be careful of Zhao Gao and to find an opportunity to kill him directly in the future.
Lately, he has done too much, involving Li Si and Ran Zang, and if Zhao Gao is added to the mix, it is inevitable that there is suspicion that he is abusing his power and usurping Ying Zheng's authority.
A mere eunuch can't cause any trouble as long as he's around; there's absolutely no need to rush things.
Moreover, this person is quick-witted, and keeping him by Ying Zheng's side for the time being will ensure that he is well taken care of.
Upon hearing this, Ying Zheng frowned, pondered for a moment, and then said, "What waves can a mere eunuch stir up? If I want him dead, how can he possibly live?"
Seeing this, the wicked man sighed. Zhao Gao's later success was also inextricably linked to Ying Zheng.
He died too quickly in the Sand Dune Incident, not even having time to eliminate Zhao Gao. Little did people know that with him in charge, Zhao Gao naturally dared not show his face.
But once he died, who could suppress Zhao Gao, who had unknowingly gained power?
As the First Emperor, he was indeed arrogant and regarded Zhao Gao as an ant, but this also caused great chaos in Qin. Perhaps this is the power that comes from an ant?
Just then, a sound came from outside the hall: dinner was ready, and Zhao Gao, accompanied by several servants, brought out exquisite dishes.
Ying Zheng and his wicked husband began their meal. During the meal, neither of them mentioned Zhao Gao again, but chatted about trivial matters in the court.
However, the wicked man's cold gaze kept sweeping over Zhao Gao, as he plotted how to kill the eunuch at the right time.
Zhao Gao felt a chill run down his spine under his gaze. These past few days, his wicked husband had been so fierce and intimidating that he was truly afraid that he would suddenly attack and kill him without saying a word.
Fortunately, the wicked husband did not do that.
The meal was quickly finished, and Ying Zheng waved to dismiss Zhao Gao and the others before starting a game of chess with his wicked husband.
After only a few moves, Ying Zheng suddenly said, "Speak your mind. Why must we be like this?"
"Smack!"
The wicked pawn crossed the river and laughed, "Nothing can be hidden from you."
The two spoke in a relaxed tone, showing no regard for the formalities between ruler and subject, as if they were old friends who had known each other for many years.
"Once the disaster is over, I want to stay in Xianyang to rest and spend some time with you." The wicked husband didn't even look up, his voice sounding somewhat ethereal.
Upon hearing this, Ying Zheng's hand, which was about to place a piece, paused in mid-air. "I once said that if you do not betray me, I will never betray you. Our relationship is that of brothers, so why should we act like this?"
"Could it be... that you're going to break your promise?"
A hint of anxiety flashed across Ying Zheng's brow. "Back then, we promised to join hands and create an unprecedented golden age..."
A hush fell over the hall.
After a long silence, the wicked man exhaled a breath of stale air and said with a bitter smile, "I thought that as long as you were here, I could act with peace of mind. But this world and this court are not just about the two of us."
"Too much merit to overshadow the ruler...that's not good for either of us!"
"Now that I'm in a high position, what would you do if I were to advance further?"
Upon hearing this, Ying Zheng became somewhat agitated. In his frustration, he abruptly overturned the chessboard, the chess pieces landing with a loud thud that was clearly audible in the empty hall.
He stood up and paced back and forth in the hall, his emotions running high. He hadn't even considered the idea of his achievements overshadowing the emperor; he was only focused on the two of them working together to create a great cause.
Suddenly, Ying Zheng seemed to have figured something out. His annoyance vanished instantly, and his voice carried a hint of mockery, "How about... I adopt you as my son? And then make you a prince of Qin..."
Holy crap.
The wicked husband's face turned green; the serious demeanor he had painstakingly cultivated was instantly shattered by these words.
"I treated you like a brother, but you want to be my father?!" the wicked husband said irritably, and the somewhat tense atmosphere in the hall dissipated as a result.
Ying Zheng let out a few strange laughs, strode up to his wicked husband, and stood so close that it seemed they were about to kiss. "Tell me," he said, "that I am not the ruler of Qin?"
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