However, he also considered that the First Emperor had a very broad mind.
For mistakes that even the emperor himself had not noticed, the First Emperor would correct them as long as he felt they were reasonable.
Otherwise, who approved all those policies concerning people's livelihood that he implemented before?
Isn't it the First Emperor himself?
Therefore, Li Lin is not only inspecting Fusu today, but also trying to find out what the First Emperor behind the scenes is really thinking.
"Alas, Father Emperor has not changed his mindset. He still uses the same old Qin methods to govern the Qin Dynasty."
"Perhaps I have misunderstood Your Majesty. Your Majesty's harsh treatment of the people may be influenced by Shang Yang and Han Fei, both of whom advocated keeping the people ignorant, focusing solely on production. Therefore, Your Majesty has adopted this approach, simply viewing the people as tools of production, and considering those who do not produce guilty..."
"Prime Minister Li, you are truly amazing! You were even able to deduce what kind of ideology Father Emperor was influenced by. It's incredible!"
Fusu expressed his sincere admiration.
"Hahaha, I'm just guessing. Besides, His Majesty was indeed the main person responsible for the downfall of the Qin Dynasty. He was too impatient, wanting to do the work of three generations in one generation, treating the people like animals. Today he finished building the Great Wall, tomorrow the Ling Canal, the day after tomorrow the Imperial Road, and the day after that the mausoleum. It would be strange if the Qin Dynasty didn't perish!"
“Indeed, Father Emperor always has a stubborn streak, and Fusu is well aware of this.”
"You agree with whatever I say. You are truly filial to your father!"
"No, no!"
Fusu couldn't help but scratch his head, revealing an embarrassed smile.
At this moment, the First Emperor had just woken up from his afternoon nap.
He was yawning.
Last night, he fought with his beloved concubine and almost lost. Fortunately, he was full of energy at the crucial moment and defeated her, leaving her completely defeated. Only then did he fall asleep satisfied.
Unexpectedly, I didn't feel very energetic when I woke up this morning. I took a nap at noon, but less than half an hour later, I woke up again because I needed to urinate.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty..."
"What's wrong?"
The First Emperor released the water with satisfaction while listening to Gao Shu's report.
"Your Majesty, Prime Minister Li met with Prince Fusu at the Prime Minister's residence and discussed these treasonous matters with him in the pavilion..."
"Ahem, these are all minor issues, how are they considered treasonous? I regret meeting Li Lin so many years too late. If I had met someone like Li Lin ten years earlier, I might already be leading troops across the Mediterranean by now!"
"Oh? Your Majesty, you're not angry?"
"Why should I be angry? Is there anything wrong with what he said? I am not an unenlightened person. Besides, this brat is not deliberately making fun of me. He is teaching Fusu a lesson!"
"Huh? This..."
Gao Shu thought he had uncovered firsthand dirt on Li Lin, and that it might change His Majesty's attitude towards Li Lin. However, His Majesty did not seem angry at all, and even smiled at him.
Is this His Majesty?
Is this still the same emperor from a year ago, the one who couldn't tolerate even the slightest imperfection?
“Gao Shu, you don’t understand. I have a very good understanding with that brat. The mistakes I’ve made over the years are so that I don’t want the future Crown Prince of Qin to make the same mistakes. Besides, I’ve figured out a lot of things in the past six months.”
The First Emperor was all smiles, becoming increasingly amiable and approachable, a far cry from the fierce and menacing old man he had been a year ago. Instead, he exuded an indescribable sense of warmth and friendliness.
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