[Speaking of which, fans of the First Emperor must praise our charming ancestor.]
[As an emperor of all ages, I won't elaborate on the glorious achievements of our ancestors. Those who understand will understand.]
From the perspective of a ruler, I think one of Zheng Ge's most charismatic traits is that he never killed a single meritorious official during his reign.
[Sounds incredible, right?]
In ancient dynasties, where imperial power was highly centralized, the emperor had supreme power over life and death. If anyone dared to offend the emperor's majesty or threaten his authority, the outcome was often death.
[In ancient times, being a minister was always a high-risk profession.]
If they perform poorly, they will be executed; if their achievements are too great, they will be given a cup of poisoned wine; if they displease the emperor, their entire clan will be executed; therefore, in the relationship between the emperor and his subjects, it is almost normal to abandon the donkey after it has served its purpose and abandon the dog after the rabbit has died.
For example, the God of War Bai Qi, General Li Mu, and Lord Shang Yang... these capable ministers and generals who made great contributions were ultimately suspected by their kings and became victims of political struggles.
[This further highlights the First Emperor's broad-mindedness and courage in not killing his meritorious officials. He truly deserves the title of "The Greatest Emperor of All Time"!]
The words came from the heart and were thought-provoking.
People from all dynasties and worlds in front of the sky could not help but change their views on the "tyrant" Qin Shihuang.
Qin
All the civil and military officials looked at their Majesty with tears in their eyes, their emotions moving beyond words.
"Your Majesty is so kind and generous. He is truly a wise ruler that only a thousand years can offer!"
"How fortunate I am to be able to serve such a wise ruler as Your Majesty!"
"Your Majesty's kindness is beyond my comprehension. I only wish to serve you loyally for the rest of my life and help you resolve your problems!"
Qin Shihuang looked at a group of old men crying loudly, and his mouth twitched, but he was still very happy for their loyalty.
He smiled heartily and responded in a friendly manner.
"How could I possibly let down the sincere hearts of all my beloved ministers?"
"Now that the Great Qin is in ruins, I wish to work with you, my loyal ministers, to create a peaceful and prosperous era!"
Seeing that His Majesty thought so highly of them, all the civil and military officials were even more moved.
Their faces flushed, and they were as excited as if they had been injected with chicken blood, and they were eager to sacrifice their lives for their monarch.
Fusu, who was standing by, suddenly understood after witnessing with his own eyes how his father used "sweet words" to win over all the ministers.
So this is how my father rules his subordinates!
I learned it. I learned it.
【During the Zhenguan Period of the Tang Dynasty】
Li Shimin hit the nail on the head: "Rather than saying that Qin Shi Huang was not afraid of his meritorious officials, it would be better to say that he was able to control his officials."
"Don't you see that when Zulong was alive, no one in the world dared to rebel?"
"This shows how powerful and domineering his ability to control the world and maneuver is."
[During the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty]
Zhu Yuanzhang stared at the four big words "Do not kill meritorious officials" on the sky curtain. He felt that it was a naked mockery, and his face instantly turned as black as the bottom of a pot.
The ministers lowered their heads and acted like quails: "Isn't this canopy too targeted? Isn't this just pointing fingers at His Majesty and scolding him?"
However, with the protection of the sky curtain, their lives should, probably, perhaps be saved in the future, right?
Queen Ma sighed softly: She had long advised His Majesty to kill fewer ministers, but sometimes she could not stop His Majesty from being furious.
Now that there is a sharp contrast with Qin Shi Huang, I am afraid that Your Majesty’s reputation among the people will decline again.
well.
Western Han Dynasty
Han Xin, who was demoted to a marquis, held a jar of wine and drank until he was drunk.
When he saw the majestic Zhenyuan Marquis in the sky, his face showed envy and self-mockery. Recalling the monarch's suspicion and vigilance, he spoke without thinking for a moment.
"When the birds are gone, the bows are put away; when the rabbit dies, the running dog is cooked. Now that the world is at peace, it is my turn to be cooked and killed."
"Hahahaha... The dignified King of Han is so narrow-minded! Ridiculous, ridiculous..."
"If I hadn't been born at the wrong time, I would have preferred to join the tyrant they call me. At least I wouldn't be suspected of seizing power, and I could have a good ending!"
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The white-haired Xiao He walked out of the prison, barefoot and in prison clothes, looking very disheveled. How could he have the elegant demeanor of Prime Minister Xiao?
He looked at the ambitious and high-spirited Shangshu Ling in the sky, his eyes full of envy, but his heart was filled with sadness.
He was clearly loyal to his country and his people, but because of the king's suspicion, he had to tarnish his reputation and was even imprisoned for seeking profits for the common people.
Thinking of his deceased friend, Xiao He suddenly felt a sense of grief.
"Alas! Alas! Alas!"
In the end, he just sighed three times, and his sighs were filled with unspeakable sadness and melancholy.
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The retired Zhang Liang looked at the wise strategist who was strategizing and governing the country in the sky. At this moment, he seemed to finally understand the choice of his other self.
He sighed deeply, "In terms of broad-mindedness, no one can compare to him."
【Late Qin Dynasty】
Wujiang River.
At this time, the King of Overlords was being introduced in the sky. The majestic general had returned in triumph, and the people of the city lined the streets to welcome him. His wife and children were waiting for him at home.
In the eyes of Xiang Yu, who was at the end of his rope, this scene was as beautiful as a dream, yet it appeared before him incomparably real, foreshadowing a different ending in another world.
He glanced at the familiar young faces, and tears gradually flowed from his tiger eyes, as if with regret, unwillingness, and sorrow.
"I, Xiang Yu, have no face to see the elders of Jiangdong!"
"Yuji, wait for me! See you in the next life!"
Shu Han
Zhuge Liang taught him, "Although the First Emperor was cruel, he treated his meritorious ministers well. Your Majesty should learn from him. In addition, honest advice may be unpleasant to the ears but beneficial to action. Your Majesty should also listen more to the advice of loyal ministers."
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