Chapter 14 The First Emperor's Eastern Tour
Winter comes and summer comes, and time is neglected. In the blink of an eye, a year has passed. It seems that people have gradually forgotten the case of entrapping Confucianism that happened in Xianyang, and few people talk about it anymore. Even if it is the wanted arrest of the Xiang family,
It has also been gradually dissipated by the footsteps of time.
But even so, not long ago, news came out from Xianyang that shocked the whole country. The backbone of the recruitment hall had been bewitched and lured several times by the descendants of Xiang Yan in Fusu. Xiangzhuang and Bajun Jiangzhou were arrested and handed over to the police.
The internal history officer was in custody, the imperial officer ordered him to be executed, and he was sentenced to death by being broken into a chariot.
The world is in chaos, and the people are shocked. Even the well-informed government officials, local powerful people, Fusu who supervises the army in Mobei, etc. are all convinced. However, this matter can only be hidden from everyone, but it cannot
The protagonist who concealed this matter is Xiang Zhuang.
This is the Qin Dynasty's attempt to create public opinion and not give any hope or opportunity to the remnants of the Talent Recruiting Hall. This also makes the forces who want to rebel no longer be stupid//stupid//desire// to act, and they begin to lie dormant and hide.
Not only did the news that Xiangzhuang was torn apart by a chariot shocked the whole country, even the Qin State's southern invasion army also encountered setbacks. Tu Sui, the general who once led an army of 500,000 people to the south to Pingman, once again conquered South Vietnam, established checkpoints, and consolidated the foundation of South Vietnam.
At that time, due to improper handling, the army looted and harassed the place, which made the South Vietnamese people unbearable and rose up to resist. General Tu Sui was killed by the rebels.
The army stationed in South Vietnam was mainly composed of prisoners, businessmen and sons-in-law. They had little fighting ability. They mainly relied on numbers, momentum and luck to pacify the Southern Barbarians. Suddenly, there was a sudden change and the military camp was in chaos. Fortunately, Lieutenant General Zhao Tuo stabilized the situation in time.
He reported the local situation to the First Emperor. The First Emperor was worried and ordered General Ren Xiao to serve as the commander-in-chief of South Vietnam to guard the territory of South Vietnam.
A series of turmoils made the political arena of the Qin state unstable and the people were in constant fear. The number of corvees was increasing every year, the exorbitant taxes were rising, and local officials often bullied the people, making people everywhere live in dire straits. But even so, the First Emperor
Still unable to reflect, he was still immersed in his dream of peace. At this moment, another news that shocked the whole country came from Xianyang: the First Emperor decided to tour the east, which was also the fifth time he visited the east in his life.
The tense situation in Xianyang has not spread to Kuaiji County, which is far away in Jiangdong. It is adjacent to the East China Sea and is thousands of miles away from Xianyang. Government orders and current trends are always the slowest place to spread. However, there are also some careerists who will establish their own news monopolies.
, using various methods to disseminate news spreading from the Central Plains. However, these institutions that monopolize news are not developed, and the sources of news may not be reliable or practical.
At this time, Xiang Zhuang has gradually become more calm from an immature boy. He is twenty-two years old this year. His thirteen years in the Qin State have made him fully integrated into this history, whether it is literary or literary.
He knew everything from public military strategy to marching formation.
The development of the craftsmanship shop has entered a stable stage. Although Xuanzi has always been unwilling to stay in Kuaiji, he has promised to provide the Xiang family with all the knowledge and technology for making swords. Moreover, Xuanzi said that if there are any problems,
You can ask him about anything and he will be willing to help.
Although Xuanzi had agreed to help, Xiang Zhuang knew that Xuanzi must have some kind of special formula in his hand. However, he was unwilling to take it out easily, or he might have concerns. Xiang Zhuang also tried to mention it several times.
In this matter, I wanted to take a roundabout way to get the secret recipe, but Xuanzi was a shrewd person and ultimately ended up in vain.
At this time, Xiang Zhuang was sitting in a small boat with a long fishing rod hanging on the boat. This was a must-learn lesson for him recently. Fishing can cultivate his sentiments and make Xiang Zhuang's heart as calm as water. At this time, he squinted slightly.
The eyes seemed to be thinking, but also seemed to be resting. On the side, the melodious sound of the piano echoed. There was a table, a piano, and an incense burner with green smoke. This was Cao Feng playing the piano.
Perhaps because of his talent, Cao Feng mastered the skill of playing the piano after only half a month of study. At this time, the beautiful music of the piano floated around the boat, making it even more poetic.
Suddenly, the fishing rod leaning on the bow of the boat shook slightly. Xiang Zhuang, with quick eyes and quick hands, picked up the fishing rod and raised it upwards. A fish was pulled out of the water by Xiang Zhuang and fell straight into the fish basket. The sound of the piano on the side also sounded.
It stopped, and Xiang Zhuang faintly heard someone calling him on the shore. He put away his fishing rod, stood up and looked, and saw that it was Xiang's voice. At this time, he had already rode his horse to the nearest shore and shouted loudly: "Zhuang
Young Master, Mr. Liang asked you to go back quickly. We have urgent matters to discuss."
...
In the secret room of the Lu Mansion, several tables were put together. Xiang Liang was in the middle, and on the side was Xiang Bo. Cao Wujiu, Xiang Yu and others were gathered together. Xiang Liang frowned at this time, and Xiang Yu on the side was also gearing up. It seemed that,
They were discussing something important.
Soon, Xiang Sheng led Xiang Zhuang into the secret room. Xiang Zhuang greeted everyone one by one and came to the table. After a brief silence, Xiang Liang coughed dryly, looked at everyone, and said in a deep voice: "Now that everyone is here,
,let us start."
Everyone's eyes turned to Xiang Liang. Xiang Liang thought for a moment and said softly: "I got the latest information. The First Emperor has patrolled eastward, passed Yunmeng, went up to Jiuyi Mountain, worshiped Shun's tomb, and then crossed the Yangtze River south and crossed Danyang.
Entering Qiantang and approaching Zhejiang, we encountered strong winds and waves there and were unable to move forward. We then took a detour from the west and crossed the river in the middle, preparing to come to Kuaiji."
Speaking of this, Xiang Liang looked at everyone in the room and continued: "This is an opportunity, an opportunity to assassinate the First Emperor. We have been waiting for this day for a long time!"
Although Xiang Liang spoke in a soft voice, his tone was slightly aggressive, giving people a feeling of blood boiling and eager to try. On the side, Xiang Yu touched the bronze sword on his waist and said with a loud smile: "Uncle, just give me the order.
, my nephew is willing to bear the brunt of it."
Xiang Liang nodded with satisfaction. He looked at everyone again and then made arrangements: "Our Xiang family has nearly a hundred dead soldiers at this time. Yu'er also has Yin Hong's private army, a total of two thousand people. If the arrangement is careful,
, we will definitely succeed.”
Xiang Liang's eyes fell on Xiang Zhuang and Xiang Yu, and he ordered: "Zhuang'er, you choose three capable soldiers, armed with bows and crossbows, to ambush in the mountains, waiting for the opportunity. Yu'er, you have led a private army to protect them.
For the sake of fame, I wandered at the foot of the mountain. If Zhuang'er succeeds, he can go up the mountain to meet him. The rest of the people, follow me and ambush near Kuaiji Mountain. Xiang Ta, you take ten people and prepare five boats. If there is a loss, we can use the waterway.
retreat."
Speaking of this, Xiang Liang looked up to the sky and sighed softly, and said: "Once the assassination is successful, we can rise up in Kuaiji County and call on all parties. The great cause will be accomplished and the Chu Kingdom will be revived!"
Everyone is immersed in excitement. Xiang Liang's plan can be said to be perfect, and the chance of winning is also very high. However, if it is not handled well, the more than 200,000 troops around Qin Shihuang will surround the dead soldiers.
, the chance of escaping from Kuaiji Mountain is almost zero, but for the Xiang family's dream of restoring Chu, everyone will fight for their lives and dreams.
But just when everyone decided to accept the task, someone's anxious voice sounded: "Uncle, I have something to say!"
Everyone's eyes were looking like torches. The person who spoke was Xiang Zhuang. At this time, he had stood up and his eyes were also wandering on everyone. Soon, Xiang Zhuang sorted out his thoughts and then said slowly: "I don't agree with this.
Kuaiji Mountain assassinated the First Emperor."
Everyone was stunned by Xiang Zhuang's actions. Seeing the great cause of the Xiang family, the opportunity to restore Chu, and the assassination of the First Emperor was just around the corner, Xiang Zhuang actually came out to oppose him? Did he become a bear at the critical moment? Xiang Yu stood up suddenly.
, slapped the table angrily, and said angrily: "Zhuang'er, what do you mean?"
Xiang Zhuang shook his hand and sighed: "Brother Yu, don't be angry yet, listen to what I have to say!"
"I won't listen! Just tell me whether you are going or not!" Xiang Yu was so angry that he lost his rationality. At this time, Xiang Liang on the side scolded: "Yu'er, sit down first!"
Xiang Yu glanced at Xiang Liang and had to sit down slowly. At this time, everyone's eyes were focused on Xiang Zhuang, which put a lot of pressure on Xiang Zhuang. In fact, Xiang Zhuang could have answered in one sentence.
Everyone, that is, according to history, the First Emperor will die on his eastward tour this year. His death will definitely bring about the demise of the Qin State. But in this way, everyone will question Xiang Zhuang and whether Xiang Zhuang is
I have schizophrenia. This answer is unacceptable to everyone.
After thinking for a while, Xiang Zhuang decided to look for topics from Fusu to convince everyone, and said: "My nephew believes that my uncle's plan is perfect. If the opportunity is right, we can indeed successfully assassinate the First Emperor. Although it is said that there is no one in the mountain."
"Human, there is little hope of escaping, but I, Xiangzhuang, am not a person who is greedy for life and afraid of death. What's more, I am not afraid of the Xianyang group, so am I only afraid of the Kuaiji Mountain group?"
Speaking of this, Xiang Zhuang glanced at everyone. Everyone was listening attentively. At this time, Xiang Zhuang sighed softly and said: "But think about it, everyone, will the First Emperor's defense be relaxed in any way when he goes on patrol? He
The army will definitely be arranged to enter Kuaiji Mountain in advance. Even if the First Emperor is successfully assassinated, the Qin State will inevitably be in chaos. Kuaiji County will be in chaos for a hundred days. Qin troops will patrol everywhere and 200,000 Qin troops will be stationed here. Uncle will have the opportunity to rise up.
At that time, I will make wedding clothes for others."
Xiang Liang thought for a moment and scolded: "If you continue talking, who will you make wedding clothes for?"
Xiang Zhuang saw that Xiang Liang was already a little tempted, so he continued: "Imagine, uncle, originally the young master Fusu had been demoted to Mobei to supervise the army, far away from the political center of Xianyang. I am afraid that during this eastern tour, the First Emperor did not recall Fusu.
It is conceivable that Fusu has no chance of becoming emperor, but once his uncle succeeds in assassinating the First Emperor, Xianyang will be empty and Guanzhong will be in turmoil. Fusu can naturally send his troops south, enter Xianyang, control the situation, and give orders to all directions. At that time, Fusu will reform to become stronger and recruit talents.
With talent and garrison troops in all directions, the originally turbulent Qin State will return to peace. What's more, Fu Su has great ambitions and Bi Nai's father is better at managing government affairs and winning over people's hearts. At that time, can my uncle still shake the Qin State?"
Xiang Zhuang's words were not unreasonable. Xiang Liang fell into deep thought. Even Cao Wujiu heard clues from Xiang Zhuang's words. Maybe Xiang Zhuang was right. Although Xiang Yu was still a little dissatisfied, Xiang Zhuang
Every word he said was reasonable and well-founded, but he couldn't refute it, so he had to lower his head and say nothing. After an unknown period of time, Xiang Liang stood up, put away the map on the table, sighed and ordered: "Let's not discuss this matter for the time being. Let's all go our own way."
Chapter completed!