The morning court session was finally coming to an end as Li was lost in thought and dazed.
What he had just witnessed had touched him deeply.
However, when the First Emperor did not seek him out, he could drift into a reverie.
Not only can they fantasize about beautiful wives and concubines, but they can also think about what delicious food they should eat after get off work.
Although the Qin Dynasty was somewhat lacking in resources,
But there are plenty of delicious things to eat.
While the First Emperor was discussing matters with several ministers, he was thinking about what to eat, which made the emperor give him strange looks from time to time.
certainly.
He also couldn't let His Majesty think he was having ulterior motives.
She even pretended to be deep in thought and smiled at him.
This made Ying Zheng somewhat embarrassed: This brat is really shameless!
"Gentlemen, is there anything else you wish to report? If not, the court may adjourn!"
"Your Majesty, we are all safe, but your handling of Prime Minister Li was far too inappropriate!"
Wang Ben quickly stepped out from the crowd. "Your Majesty," he said, "you all know whether this son of the Imperial Censor has any real talent or ability. But Prime Minister Li Si is not only a meritorious official who unified the six kingdoms of Qin, but also an indispensable pillar of our Qin. He is to Qin what Shang Yang is to Qin. I beg Your Majesty to spare his life and allow him to die peacefully!"
"Your Majesty, we believe your punishment is too severe. We urge Your Majesty to rescind your order!"
"Your Majesty, how can Lord Li, who is devoted to the country and its people, be compared to this greenhorn, Li Zhongcheng?"
"Yes, Your Majesty, you must not let the loyalty of all the Qin ministers and the people of the world be chilled for the sake of one treacherous minister!"
In an instant.
Wang Ben stepped forward to plead for Li Si.
Soon, the Wang family's influence in the imperial court became apparent.
They all had some connection with Li Si, more or less.
After all, Li Si had previously been affiliated with the Wang family and had worked with them to suppress Li Xin and other young military leaders.
Rising stars like Meng Tian were all suppressed by Li Si and the Wang family.
Of course, Meng Tian had elders like Meng Wu to rely on.
Li Xin, on the other hand, had a more tragic fate. Had it not been for the First Emperor's great reliance on him, he would have been executed by Li Si long ago after his defeat in the attack on Chu.
Therefore, the relationship between Li Si and Li Lin was irreparable.
These people pleaded sincerely, and each one of them was deeply moved; some of them even cried from the emotion.
He has the air of a great loyal minister.
It seems that the First Emperor was like the tyrant Jie and Zhou.
This made the First Emperor's expression very unpleasant.
Sitting to the side, Li Lin, an observer, couldn't help but sneer inwardly.
[This Wang Ben is indeed a burly, muscular warrior. If his father, Wang Jian, were here, he would never dare to overstep his bounds like this, nor would he rashly plead for an ally like Li Si. After all, it would be a losing proposition! His Majesty already harbors some dissatisfaction with Li Si; by doing this, you've made His Majesty appear as a ruthless and incompetent ruler, favoring sycophants and executing loyal officials. Do you think you've been moved by your own actions? Utterly laughable, foolish!]
Li Lin characterized Wang Ben and his ilk's eagerness to plead for Li Si's life as foolish.
Coincidentally, the First Emperor thought so too.
The First Emperor, his eyes filled with displeasure, coldly glanced at them, and several of the ministers who had co-signed the petition immediately turned pale. Perhaps they regretted it now?
Unfortunately, it was too late for regrets.
"Oh? So it seems I was wrong? Li Si is a loyal and capable minister. I was blind to his greatness and could not distinguish between loyal ministers and good generals. Like King Zhou of Shang, I favored the treacherous Li Lin and disregarded your loyal hearts, didn't I?"
The First Emperor's words carried a hint of dissatisfaction.
However, his tone was very calm, like water, and his voice was not loud, but it struck the hearts of every minister like a great bell.
The old foxes like Ying Lin from the imperial clan and Neishi Teng and others looked solemn.
They had a relationship with Li Si.
During the years Li Si served as prime minister, he was quite sensible, always giving them the proper gifts each year, which is why they secretly supported him.
But Li Si was so unwise today that even if they wanted to help, they could only do so secretly.
But to my utter surprise...
Wang Ben actually followed Li Si's foolishness and pleaded for Li Si at this critical moment? Wasn't this blatantly pointing fingers at the First Emperor and accusing him of wrongdoing?
madness!
"Your Majesty, I dare not say that. I merely suspect that Your Majesty has been blinded by the treacherous minister Li Lin!"
"Li Lin is the greatest treacherous minister in the world, just like Fei Zhong and You Hun of the Shang Dynasty, and Guo Kai of the Three Jin!"
“Your Majesty, Li Zhongcheng is a mere child, utterly unremarkable. Where is the extraordinary talent you speak of? As far as I know, this man is morally corrupt and lecherous. He once used sweet words to seduce the Prime Minister’s daughter in front of the Prime Minister’s residence, and now he is trying to deceive Your Majesty in every way. He is utterly shameless!”
"Your Majesty, please execute Li Lin swiftly and punish him according to the law!"
......
The opinion of the court officials immediately changed.
They dared not directly attack the First Emperor.
But that doesn't mean they wouldn't dare to attack Li Lin!
Who does Li Lin think he is?
How can a mere child occupy such a high position?
His starting point was as the Censor-in-Chief?
Now he's also working part-time as a construction contractor!
What will happen in the future?
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