Thousand-year-old family: its rise began with Shang Yang’s reforms

Chapter 107 The storm is gathering at this moment [6k update, first order requested]

Above the city tower, the autumn wind was blowing, and a feeling of solemnity swept across the world.

Soldiers from both countries stood around, looking calm, as if they were ready to fight with their spears at any time.

The hatred between Qin and Wei has been deep since the time of Qin Xiaogong, the last king of Qin. By the time of King Qin Huiwen, the hatred between the two countries has almost reached the point where it cannot be resolved.

Of course this was not the case in the original history.

The hatred between Qin and Wei is not so difficult to resolve. What is really difficult to resolve is the hatred between Qin and Zhao.

Here, because the rise of Qin coincides with the rise of Wei, the two powerful countries have both become the most powerful countries in the world. They both want to be a country that no one dares to refute even if they cough. Naturally, a dispute will arise. series of contradictions.

The wind on the tower continued to blow, and the yellow leaves in the distance fell down with the bleak wind.

King Wei raised the wine cup in his hand and said quietly: "I never thought that you and I would be able to sit here and talk calmly one day."

He laughed self-deprecatingly: "Since your father and I, Wei has been constantly forming alliances with others and launching attacks on Qin."

"It has continued to our generation, and it is still like this."

"It's just that now, Wei's national power has entered a stage of decline, and it is not as far as Qin."

King Wei's humble words made Ying Si feel heartbroken. Although these words sounded very happy, he still felt that something was wrong. How could King Wei bow to him so easily? There must be something wrong here.

He calmly turned the wine cup in his hand and laughed: "Why did King Wei say this?"

Ying Si said humbly: "Qin has never had the ambition to dominate. Even if it becomes king, it is only after the emperor's seal."

He looked around and said with compassion like a saint in his voice: "People in the world are suffering."

"The Chinese people just want a peaceful and stable environment to live, but the constant harassment of war makes it impossible for the Chinese people to live the life they want."

"Is this the sin of the people of the world? Is this the sin of the people of this country?"

Ying Si shook his head slightly: "No, this is the sin of us meat-eaters."

"We should shoulder these sins and bring peace and stability to our people so that they can live and work in peace and contentment."

The corners of King Wei's eyes twitched slightly, not just him, but the eyes of everyone present also twitched slightly. His words sounded better than his songs. If he didn't know the specific content of Shang Yang's reforms and the current Qin State's [Qin Law], perhaps He really believed it.

Seeing the distrustful expression on King Wei's face, Ying Si just sighed quietly: "People in the world have misunderstood Qin for a long time!"

"Qin's soldiers are strong, not because Qin is warlike, but because Qin wants no more wars in the world!"

"Only when you become stronger can you make the world obey you, right?"

King Wei's heart moved and asked the people of the world to obey?

This is a bit exaggerated. Does King Qin have other ideas?
  He remained calm, just laughed, and changed the subject: "Prince Qin, let's talk about what happened this time."

The King of Wei looked serious: "The King of Qin must have already known about it. I have already found out about the other kings, right?"

He waved slightly, and the chamberlain beside him took out a map of the map from his arms, and then chuckled: "Please take a look, King Qin."

Everything on the map made Ying Si raise his eyebrows slightly. He saw that this map was completely different from the current world situation.

Not only is the division of spheres of influence between the seven kingdoms different, what's more, there are no longer several other small kingdoms, such as Wei, Song, Lu, etc.
  There are only seven countries left in the world!
  Qin! together! Chu! Yan! Han! Zhao! Wei!
  The seven kingdoms were like huge beasts, carving up the world, and the situation among the seven kingdoms was also different from today.

Because the states of Wei, Song, Lu, etc. were mostly at the junction of Wei, Zhao, Han, Qi and Chu, even if these countries were destroyed, Qin and Yan would not gain much.

This was originally the most difficult thing to achieve in this covenant, because it was impossible for Qin and Yan to take nothing.

But King Wei obviously solved this problem very cleverly.

The five kingdoms of Wei, Zhao, Han, Chu, and Qi divided the kingdoms of Wei, Lu, and Song, while Wei, Zhao, Han, and Chu ceded two cities to Qin and Yan respectively.

Qi State did not pay any price.

This made Ying Si feel very strange. Could it be that King Qi got the benefits in vain?
  Can the kings of the other countries agree?
  "Oh? This map is quite interesting."

Ying Si raised his head, looked at King Wei in front of him, and said softly: "What does King Wei mean? I brought out a map full of errors and omissions, is it to test the school's king?"

King Wei did not refute but said with a hint of interest in his voice: "Can't King Qin see the meaning of this map?"

He stood up, and with his actions, the soldiers behind him also became serious.

The Qin soldiers behind King Qin looked at this place with murderous intent.

Ying Si waved his hand slightly and also stood up. Many ministers followed behind them and watched the two monarchs talking.

King Wei stood on the tower and looked in the distance, as if there was something that could attract him.

"Prince Qin, the world has been in turmoil for too long."

"Now that Bangzhou's etiquette and system have completely collapsed, all the kings, including you, actually wish that Bangzhou would die soon, don't they?"

In response to this question, Ying Si did not respond. He just stood there without saying a word.

But sometimes not answering is the best answer. King Wei burst out laughing when he saw this. He stood there, patting the wall in front of him with his hands: "Hahahahahahahahahahahahahaha."

He shook his head, turned his head, and stared at King Qin: "King Qin must be well aware of what King Zhao did a while ago, and he may even have contributed to it, right?"

Someone around him was bribed by King Qin, and there must be someone around King Zhao who was bribed by King Qin.

this is normal.

After all, who among the seven kingdoms and the seven kings has not had a few people bribed?

Even King Qin had people he bribed.

this is normal.

"Don't you think King Qin wants to push him again?"

"Don't all the countries in the world, even those small ones, have any desire to compete for hegemony?"

"One less of these countries is a good thing for us."

"Is not it?"

Ying Si was silent for a moment, then sighed and said, "The King of Wei only said what he wanted Qin to do, right?"

He didn't answer the previous words because he didn't want to follow the truth.

King Wei didn't care either. Qin didn't need to tell the truth, and he didn't intend to go against Qin at this time and seek trouble for Qin.

After all, if the Qin State sided with Bangzhou and the small countries, and helped other countries to resist the Six Kingdoms, it would be really troublesome.

No one knows whether Qin is so powerful.
  But more is worse than less, which is why Qin, which did not contribute much this time, is one of the countries that benefited the most.

King Wei said softly: "Qin does not need to do anything."

"I heard that the barbarian Xiongnu in the border areas are going to attack Qin on a large scale because of Rong Di's incident."

"After the alliance meeting in a few days, King Qin must pay close attention."

Ying Si understood the matter in an instant, and immediately sighed and said: "Resisting the barbarians is what Qin should do and what it has always done."

"King Wei, don't worry."

King Wei smiled and waved, and another servant came over with a box.

"King Qin, these are the defense maps, map maps, etc. of several cities."

"Qin has always been known throughout the world for its reputation of benevolence, righteousness and trust. We naturally trust Qin and hope that King Qin will not betray our trust."

Ying Si took a deep look at King Wei, and then said: "King Wei, don't worry, Qin will never do anything to rashly tear up the alliance!"

In fact, it’s not that Qin doesn’t know how to do it, it’s that Qin definitely doesn’t want to.

To tear up the alliance and take over these cities without fulfilling the promise, the other six countries probably want Qin to do it more than Qin.
  why?
  Because today's Qin State is like a person practicing "peerless skills" and cannot make any mistakes.

The talented people in the world all come because of Qin's reputation for benevolence and righteousness and Qin's strong strength. If Qin breaks the alliance at this time, it will be like killing itself.

Most of the talented people still want to face themselves.
  Even if you really don’t want to leave then, you have to go.

Because they said the reason they came was "in the name of Qin's benevolence and righteousness", right?

King Wei knew that Ying Si understood the meaning of his words, and was not embarrassed. He just smiled slightly, turned around again, and looked at the wilderness under the tower.

A slight autumn wind blew, and King Wei stretched out his hand to feel the breath of the wind.

He couldn't help but sigh: "The world is in turmoil."

Ying Si just said: "How can the world not be in chaos when the storms and clouds are gathering?"

Yes, the storm is gathering!
  The storm is gathering at this moment!

King Wei just sighed softly: "I don't know who will be the final winner in this world?"

Ying Si stood there and said in a rather meaningful way: "Who can say clearly what is going on in the world? For example, Zhao State was not a very powerful country among the Seven Kingdoms, but now because of King Zhao's reforms, all of a sudden Jump to the front.”

"After benefiting from this incident, no one knows how far he can reach, right?"

"I don't think it can restore the prestige of Jin in the past."

The meaning contained in these words is somewhat heart-wrenching.
  The majesty of the Jin Kingdom in the past?
  Where is the former Jin State now? It split into Wei, Zhao, and Han. Now that Zhao has regained its former prestige, the first thing he thinks about is to annex the other two parts that originally belonged to "Jin"?
  King Qin Yingsi's provocation was very obvious, but King Wei couldn't help but think about this matter in his heart.

The power of Zhao State is so strong now, will it annex Wei State in the future?

Now that Zhao State has taken back the land occupied by Wei State, will it want to take away more land from Wei State in the future?
  The Wei State has not yet completely declined, and the Zhao State dares to do this even before it has become the number one country in the world. If it really surpasses Qin and becomes the most powerful country in the world in the future, will other countries be the first to annex it?

Will it be Qin?
  No, the Qin State is located in a barbarian land on the border, and I am afraid it will be the last one to annex it.

Will it be Qi, Chu or Yan?

No, Qi, Chu, and Yan are either on the border, or they are not directly adjacent to Zhao.

So who will be the first to be annexed by Zhao State?　　　　It’s Wei and Han!

King Wei's hands on his sleeves trembled slightly, and countless thoughts were floating in his heart and mind.
  Ying Si and King Wei stood side by side, the expression on his face remained unchanged, but there was a slight smile in his eyes. He gently looked at the vast world in the distance. This country is so beautiful, so beautiful that the world Heroes fight, rob, and want the right to belong to the world!

Is the eight-hundred-year-old state of Zhou about to collapse like this?
  This seems to have become an undeniable and unchangeable reality. From now on, there are only seven powerful countries left in the world and "Bangzhou" with only one city left!

Great changes in the world!

From this small city, from this short month, from these small but huge seven people, the decision was made.

In the fifth year of King Huiwen's reign (316 BC).

Last winter, after King Wei met with the kings of several other countries, news of the alliance soon spread.

To the surprise of many people in the world, the host of the alliance this time was not the powerful Qin State, but the Wei State, which had always seemed to be in the "loser" position.

But no one questioned the identity of Wei Guo as the host.

Because the most powerful King of Qin didn't say anything, he seemed to have acquiesced that the host of this alliance meeting was King Wei.

The other kings did not speak, and everyone in the world felt a sense of pressure from the impending storm, as if after this alliance meeting, the world would become completely different.
  Qin State, Xianyang City
  Xianyang Academy
  Meng Ke stood in front of Xianyang Academy in a dusty state. Looking at Xianyang Academy, which was still the same as before, he felt a little emotional in his heart.

He has been traveling in the outer world for six or seven years. Didn't Xianyang Academy change in any way during this time?
  It's like his "hometown", standing here quietly, waiting for his return.

Gongshu stood in front of Xianyang Academy with a calm expression. Only those eyes held a smile and joy that could not be hidden. This was his old friend, this was his confidant!

Meng Ke stepped forward and the two of them saluted.

"You are back."

Gongshu Ye's voice was filled with emotion and excitement: "It has been so many years since you left Xianyang Academy many years ago."

"Have you always been okay?"

At this moment, even Meng Ke, who had always been calm and indifferent, had uncontrollable joy in his voice: "It's okay."

He looked at the Xianyang Academy, where the quaint academy stood.

"After I bathed and changed my clothes, I went to the palace to ask for an audience with the king."

Last time it was "Your Majesty", but this time it is "Your Majesty". Meng Ke had to lament the changes in the world. If the white horse passes by, the mountains and seas will turn into dust.

Gongshu also nodded slightly and said with some pride: "You may see that Xianyang Academy has not changed much, but in fact it is not the case. After many changes by the mountain chief, many things within the academy have changed."

"Come on, I'll show you."

The two of them strolled through Xianyang Academy like this. Along the way, Meng Ke felt a little emotional in his heart.

Gongshu was also right. The academy seemed to have remained unchanged, but in fact it had undergone considerable changes. It was completely different from the "nascent" appearance when he was here.

If the previous academy was a "bud", the current academy is already a "thriving" tree.

Just like the situation in the world, it seems that there is no change, but in fact, it has been completely changed.

Gongshu couldn't help but ask: "Brother Meng comes back this time, are you still leaving?"

There was disappointment in Meng Ke's voice. This was disappointment with the world, disappointment with the people of the world, and disappointment with the other "meat-eaters": "I'm not leaving."

Gongshu was also a little tempted: "Even if King Qin does something that damages the name of "benevolence and righteousness", he still won't leave?"

Meng Ke didn't look back, and there was amusement in his voice: "Brother Gongshu, do you want to say that the Seven Kingdoms are planning to annex the remaining small countries?"

Gongshu also had a meal, how did Meng Ke guess it? But it became clear in an instant. How could a smart man like Meng Ke fail to see what King Wei was doing?
  However, there are probably not many people in the world who can see how the situation will change next.

"good."

His voice was low: "The State of Qin and the King of Qin actually have no other options. The other kings have all united at this time. Does the King of Qin want to risk the world to save those small countries?"

"Not to mention whether Qin is the opponent of the alliance of the other six countries, but just saying that Qin's soldiers and people will be sacrificed because of those small countries, I feel a little uncomfortable."

"This is kindness and righteousness towards those small countries. Isn't it cruelty towards the people of the country?"

If it were in the past, Meng Ke might have argued with Gongshu Ye about the principles of benevolence and righteousness, but at this time Meng Ke had completely looked away and just said with a smile: "I won't leave."

"I will teach well in this academy and pass on my ideas."

"Perhaps in future generations, there will be a monarch who can understand my thoughts?"

He shrugged his shoulders and smiled: "Among all the countries in the world, I am the only one who can see that Qin has the courage to dominate the world. Whether it is true benevolence or false benevolence, Qin has been benevolent and righteous for so many years."

"No one can deny this fact."

Meng Ke stopped and said softly: "The head of Guizhou in the world has been suffering for too many years. Everyone wants a prosperous age, a prosperous age of peace."

"But as long as the world continues to be divided, it will be impossible for Guizhou to live in peace."

"Let them go."

"What do the meat eaters want to do with us?"

Listening to Meng Ke's somewhat negative words, Gong Shuyu couldn't help but feel a little shocked. What happened to Meng Ke?
  So negative?
  He didn't dare to ask any more questions, and just led Meng Ke towards his room in the academy.

The yard had been reserved for him and no one else lived there.

Looking at the courtyard and house, which were clean and tidy but obviously maintained their original appearance, Meng Ke couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion in his heart, and his eyes were a little red. Tears crossed the corners of his eyes and fell down his cheeks.

"I am back."

Returning to my hometown, I felt it in my heart.

This is Meng Ke's "spiritual hometown".

After traveling around the world for several years without success, who can understand the samadhi among them?

Zhangtai Palace

Ying Si sat in front of the chessboard. The chessboard in front of him was criss-crossed, but Heizi still had a glimmer of hope. Sitting in front of him was Chen Shen.

Chen Shen looked very calm with a respectful look on his face.

Ying Si said softly: "Shen'er, what do you think of this chess game in the world?"

Chen Shen just said: "The world of chess is criss-crossed and ever-changing. How can Shen'er understand it?"

He picked up a chess piece, quietly placed it on a certain position, and then said: "But there are many things in the world, and everything remains unchanged. If the disputes between the countries enter the next stage, it may not be a deadlock. A new variable in the world."

Ying Si remained silent, and Chen Shen continued: "When the world situation enters a new stage, the Emperor's side will be over."

He didn't mean what he said completely, but Ying Si understood what he meant instantly.

"Who do you think is the right person to take action?"

Chen Shen thought for a moment and said: "The King of Wei or the King of Zhao are very good. One of them will definitely want to take action."

"But there's something wrong with doing that."

There was some caution in his voice: "If they do such a thing, Qin's "fame" may be somewhat damaged. After all, they have shown their ambitions and may use this to attract a wave of talented people."

Ying Si narrowed his eyes slightly, looked at Chen Shen who was sitting next to him, and suddenly changed the subject and said: "The situation in the world has changed. Countries propose to exchange protons with each other so that people in each country can feel at ease."

"Who do you think I should take as a hostage?"

Chen Shen raised his head and saw the dim light in Ying Si's eyes. He paused and a guess emerged spontaneously.

He did not dare to speak more and lowered his head and said: "How can I speculate on the King's thoughts?"

"I just don't know which young master the king has in mind?"

Ying Si smiled and said nothing, but he had already decided on a candidate in his heart. He only wanted to wait until the alliance was over and the world was settled for a year or two, until the "candidate" was a few years older.

In the fifth year of King Huiwen's watch, Xia.

Heavy rain fell one after another, washing the world clean.

June [-]th, good luck.

This time the alliance meeting was held at "Guandu" at the junction of Qin, Zhao, Han and Wei. This was the second time Guandu was the venue for the alliance meeting. The last time he witnessed Qin becoming the dominant country in the world.

What about this time?

No one knows.

The wind in summer is no better than in spring, let alone in winter.

The rustling wind blew the flag standing in the distance. This time, there were only seven countries participating in the alliance.

Qi, Chu, Yan, Han, Zhao, Wei, and Qin.

The seven most powerful countries in the world gathered here.

No one knew the contents of the alliance, and no one even spoke. Only a wisp of burned-out smoke slowly rose into the sky.

The world is at a loss!

"Om-"

"Om - hum -"

The sound of the chimes is clear and lingering, echoing throughout the world.

In the fifth year of King Huiwen's watch, it's autumn.

The world is in chaos.

"In the autumn of the fourth year of King Shenliang's reign, the Xiongnu went south and invaded the border of China. At that time, the two kings of Qin and Yan raised their troops to attack the barbarians. In the autumn of the same year, Wei and Chu allied to attack Song; Chu and Qi allied to attack Lu; Zhao, Wei and Han allied to attack the Wei, and the world was in chaos. .——"Warring States Book·Zhou Benji No.[-]""

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