Chapter 74: Marriage? Eighteenth Son Hu Hai? Birthday?
Meng family!
Although the contemporary head of the family, Meng Wu, who is also a general, does not have as great prestige as Wang Jian.
But within the Qin Empire, the Wang family is more deeply rooted and has greater prestige than the other families.
Because the Meng family has served the Qin Dynasty for three generations, they can be said to be a family of generals who are loyal to the royal power. Although Meng Wu's prestige is not as high as Wang Jian's, there is still an old patriarch who has retired in the Meng family, Meng Ao.
He was once the supreme general of the Qin Dynasty and the right-hand man of Bai Qi, the former Marquis of Wu'an.
Although the Meng family is an old noble family, they did not get involved in the power struggle with the new nobles. Because of this, neither side in the court dared to offend the Meng family.
Once Meng Yi's name came out, Wang Wan and Li Si naturally dared not compete anymore. Zheng Guo had no selfish motives in recommending him, but was entirely public-spirited, because he understood Meng Yi and knew that he was a capable minister. If he let him govern, he would never blame the people.
When Ying Zheng heard Zheng Guo's recommendation, a faint smile appeared on his face.
This is what he wants.
This seemingly casual question not only won over Zheng Guo and calmed his heart, but also found the person who was the county governor that Ying Zheng really wanted.
This may be the power of the emperor.
Although he had some ideas in his mind, he did not say them out loud himself but let his subjects speak them out.
"Since it was recommended by Mr. Zheng, how could I not agree?" Ying Zheng smiled slightly, then looked at Meng Yi on the side and said, "Mr. Meng, you will set off for Han tomorrow to govern Yingchuan County. When this place is completely under the control of our Great Qin and the people are satisfied, I will personally reward you for your merits."
Meng Yi stood up and bowed: "I am willing to accept your order to govern Yingchuan County, but I have a few doubts, please help me, Your Majesty."
"Speak." Ying Zheng smiled slightly.
"When Yingchuan is first settled, there will inevitably be riots. Should we deal with this with severe punishment or with gentle appeasement?"
"Besides this, Yingchuan will be under the rule of our Great Qin. How will the farmland in Yingchuan be divided? Will it all be nationalized, or what?"
"I am in charge of the government affairs of Yingchuan. If I need the help of the garrison warriors, do I have the authority to mobilize them?"
Meng Yi stood up straight and said seriously.
"If there is rioting, it will be dealt with severely and all will be punished according to Qin law."
"Han has been destroyed, and Yingchuan County has been established. It has become the territory of our Great Qin, and all things should be carried out according to our Great Qin laws."
"If you need to mobilize troops, you can discuss it with Li Teng." Ying Zheng said directly.
Hearing this.
Meng Yi bowed and said, "I accept your order."
"What else can you tell me?"
"As long as it's about defense, I allow you to do whatever is not prohibited by law." Ying Zheng said in a deep voice.
Although the territory of Han is not large among the other countries, it has a large population of about three to four million. If such a large population is not managed properly, there will be chaos, which is why capable officials are needed to govern it.
"Your Majesty has already promised me three things. I have nothing else to ask for."
"If I really encounter a problem that cannot be solved, I will report it to the king." Meng Yi bowed.
"Yeah." Ying Zheng nodded and didn't say anything more.
"Your Majesty."
"Now that Han will perish, this is a great thing for our Great Qin."
"I heard that the king intends to marry Princess Liyang to General Wang Jian's son Wang Ben."
"Why not have good things come in pairs nowadays?"
"General Wang Jian's daughter is fourteen years old, the same age as the eldest son."
"General Yu is stationed at the border, and his general Li Teng is celebrating the demise of Han. We can arrange an engagement for them. It will be a triple happiness." Wang Wan stepped forward and suggested with a smile.
Hearing this.
Ying Zheng smiled slightly, his expression was very calm.
Regarding this matter.
The news had already spread before Qin launched its military campaign against Han, and Ying Zheng did not intervene, but let the news spread, which was obviously intentional.
As for the Wang family.
Ying Zheng intended to marry a princess to Wang Ben, which showed his respect for the Wang family and bestowed upon the Wang family the highest favor.
As for marrying the daughter of the Wang family to his eldest son, although it seems to be an honor from the outside, it is actually a means of checks and balances, equivalent to a hostage.
The king grants marriage and arranges marriage.
This has been the case since ancient times, and it is still the case in later generations.
Wang Jian had been in the Qin Dynasty for so many years, how could he not know the emperor's will? Even if he didn't want to, what could he do?
Once the king's decree is issued, the ministers cannot disobey it.
"This proposal."
"Let's discuss this when the general returns triumphantly." Ying Zheng said slowly.
Hearing this.
Wang Wan's face was always full of smiles.
He naturally understood what Ying Zheng meant and had no objection, so he made the matter happen.
As the prime minister of the Qin Dynasty, Wang Wan's official position was second only to the emperor, checking and balancing the court and holding enormous power. Having reached such a position, it was impossible for him to advance any further, but for the sake of his Wang family and his descendants, he naturally had to make plans early.
Obviously.
The key to planning for future generations is royal power, assisting future kings.
And his royal family chose the natural heir to the throne, Fusu.
"Your Majesty is wise." Wang Wan said respectfully, then stepped back.
"alright."
"The matter here is over. I still have to review memorials. If there is anything else, we can discuss it in court tomorrow." Ying Zheng said.
"I will take my leave."
Naturally, the ministers did not dare to disobey. After bowing and paying homage, they all withdrew.
Inside the main hall.
The only one left was Zhao Gao serving on the side.
"Why don't you go out?"
Ying Zheng looked up and asked calmly.
"Your Majesty, I would like to ask which palace we are staying in tonight?" Zhao Gao knelt on the ground and said humbly.
"It's up to you to decide on this matter." Ying Zheng said casually.
Ying Zheng did not pay too much attention to these things.
After all, the concubines in the harem were not his true loves, and those women were just there to continue his bloodline and carry on his family line.
As the king of a country, he is also the king of the most powerful country in China today.
There were no more than ten concubines in Ying Zheng's harem. Compared with the dozens or hundreds of concubines of King Han, it is conceivable that Ying Zheng had no interest in these women.
"A few days ago, Madam Hu said that the Eighteenth Prince missed you, Your Majesty. Today happens to be the Eighteenth Prince's eighth birthday. How about Your Majesty go to Madam Hu's palace tonight?" Zhao Gao asked tentatively.
"Is it Haier's birthday?"
Thinking of Hu Hai's cleverness, Ying Zheng's eyes also flashed with tenderness, and then nodded: "Let's do as you say."
"I accept the order."
Zhao Gao was delighted and immediately accepted the imperial edict.
Then he slowly stood up and left Zhangtai Palace.
But at this moment, Ying Zheng looked confused, as if he thought of something when he heard the word "birthday".
"birthday."
"In eighteen days it will be Afang's birthday."
"It would be nice if you were still by my side."
"If I had protected you back then, you would always be by my side, and our child might be older than Fusu."
"Where are you?"
Ying Zheng murmured to himself, his eyes filled with longing and memories.
At this moment, he did not seem to be the majestic and domineering king, but just an ordinary person.
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