Chapter 78 The three heroes of Qi and Lu enter the palace, and Lin Xuan’s warning!

Five days later.

royal palace.

Kylin Hall.

In the morning.

Civil and military officials had already gathered.

There was a trace of solemnity on everyone's face to some extent.

They all know.

Today is a special day.

Because the three heroes of Sanghai, Qi and Lu are about to officially enter the court.

Become an official of the Qin Empire.

This news is like an undercurrent.

It caused quite a stir between the government and the opposition.

It fills many people's hearts with mixed emotions.

Just as the court meeting was about to begin.

Finally, one of the ministers could no longer suppress his curiosity and dissatisfaction and broke the silence first.

"I heard that those three are very picky about things. I wonder if this imperial grain will suit their taste."

There was a hint of ridicule and provocation in his words.

Obviously he has no good feelings towards the Three Heroes of Qi and Lu.

"I heard that it was the Confucian leader Fu Nian who personally went to see the King of Qin, and only then was he able to serve as an official in the court."

Another minister took over the topic with obvious disdain in his tone.

"Bah! How shameless!"

Someone echoed, his voice full of contempt.

"In my opinion, Fu Nian has long been planning to serve as an official in the court, otherwise why would he only meet the King of Qin alone?"

These remarks were like sparks.

It quickly ignited the atmosphere in the court.

This sparked more discussion and speculation.

"Master Zhao, please be careful with your words!"

A mature and prudent minister quickly reminded.

"Some things shouldn't be said in public!"

His words were like cold water, trying to extinguish the discussion that was about to get out of control.

however.

The atmosphere in the court has been stirred up.

Various opinions emerged like a tide.

Everyone is speculating how the arrival of the Three Heroes of Qi and Lu will change the existing situation.

And their relationship with the King of Qin.

In this bustle.

Soon.

Following the loud shout of an eunuch above the hall.

The atmosphere in the entire court reached its peak.

The figures of Ying Zheng and Lin Xuan slowly appeared in the court like two bright stars, attracting everyone's attention.

at the same time.

The solemnity and dignity of the court meeting almost became a physical entity.
Permeating every corner of the Qilin Hall.

Civil and military officials stood solemnly on both sides.

Like two rows of tall pine and cypress trees.

Arranged straight on both sides of the court.

A solemn face!

At the front of the court.

Ying Zheng and Lin Xuan sat side by side on the dragon throne.

Ever since Lin Xuan was officially announced as King of Qin.

His status is equal to that of Ying Zheng.

When the ministers saw the two men sitting down, they all bowed and respectfully asked: "Your Majesty, the King of Qin, we are here to see you!"

"Long live your majesty, long live the King of Qin, long live the Great Qin!"

Ying Zheng waved his hand gently, signaling everyone to excuse themselves.

Before this.

He and Lin Xuan had already reached a consensus.

Inside the court.

He handles the minor matters.

Important matters are discussed together.

After all, Lin Xuan once said that.

He is not interested in court affairs.

"The legend of the three heroes of Qi and Lu."

Ying Zheng's voice resounded throughout the hall.

"Announce the three heroes of Qi and Lu to the palace for an audience~"

The eunuchs outside the palace shouted loudly.

Soon.

Three figures walked slowly into the hall.

Seeing this, the ministers frowned slightly.

When the three of them arrived in front of the hall.

They immediately bowed and said in unison: "Confucianists bow down to us!"

"Confucian Yan Lu!"

"Confucian Zhang Liang"

"Greetings to His Majesty the First Emperor, the King of Qin!"

"No need to be so polite." Ying Zheng's voice sounded again, with a hint of gentleness.

And when the three of them looked up.

Ying Zheng's eyes lingered on them. This was the first time he saw the Three Heroes of Qi and Lu in person, and his heart was filled with curiosity.

He wanted to observe carefully.

These three are outstanding figures admired by students all over the world.

What kind of style does it have?
He is not only respected by students all over the world.

Even his eldest son was deeply affected!

After a while.

When the silence in the court was broken.

Ying Zheng's steady and powerful voice rang out: "Have you three thought it through?"

Fu Nian nodded without hesitation.

His answer was firm and decisive: "Your Majesty, since the three of us have chosen to come here today, it means that we have considered everything thoroughly."

Upon hearing this, Ying Zheng nodded slightly, with a hint of appreciation in his eyes: "Okay."

immediately.

He continued, "In that case, from today on, the three of you will be in charge of the Imperial Palace, the Shangshu, and the Imperial Household respectively!"

"Do you have any objections?"

These three official positions are not high.

But it is an important position under the Nine Ministers and the Grand Master of the Imperial Household.

Directly related to the daily operations and administrative management of the royal family.

original.

If it weren’t for Lin Xuan’s recommendation.

Ying Zheng might let the three of them start from the grassroots level and gradually accumulate experience and prestige.

however.

Just in time.

These three official positions happened to be vacant.

It is undoubtedly a godsend.

It gave the three of them a platform to showcase their talents.

Ying Zheng already had a plan in mind.

As long as the three perform well.

You will definitely be given more important tasks and promotions in the future.

Let them shine on the stage of the Qin Empire.

Fu Nian, Yan Lu and Zhang Liang looked at each other, their tacit understanding requiring no words.

It is already tacitly understood.

Immediately.

They answered in unison: "We have no objection!"

Ying Zheng nodded with satisfaction.

His eyes revealed his longing and expectation for the future.

he knows.

This appointment is not only a recognition of the personal abilities of the three people.

It also enhanced the status of Confucianism in the empire.

By integrating Confucian scholars into the country's administrative system.

It can not only promote cultural prosperity.

It can also enhance the legitimacy of the regime and the people’s sense of identity.

This has far-reaching significance for consolidating the ruling foundation of the Qin Empire.

But just then.

Lin Xuan, who had remained silent, suddenly spoke.

He stared at Zhang Liang among the three people with a gaze like a tiger.

"If I remember correctly."

"Have you ever had any secret contact with anti-Qin people?"

Swish!
As soon as these words came out.

The entire court fell silent in an instant.

All the ministers stared at Zhang Liang.

Fu Nian and Yan Lu's expressions changed drastically.

Zhang Liang just stood there in a daze.

He didn't expect that the King of Qin was secretly investigating him!
And they even found out about this!

Zhang Liang understood that if he couldn't give a reasonable answer today.

I'm afraid that the official hats that the three of them just put on will be in danger!
But Zhang Liang didn’t understand Lin Xuan’s action for a moment.

Since the three of them were recruited into the court as officials.

Why are old issues being brought up again now?

This is obviously putting them on the barbecue!
After a while.

Zhang Liang thought of the answer.

He quickly explained: "Replying to King Qin, I did have contact with an anti-Qin person some time ago."

"But he was just a good friend of mine. Before that, I didn't know that he had joined the Mohist School and became a remnant of those who defied the empire."

Lin Xuan narrowed his eyes slightly when he heard this.

Among the three, the one he was most curious about was Zhang Liang.

At the same time, he understood.

Zhang Liang is definitely the most cunning among the three!

Even Fu Nian was able to persuade him to serve as an official in the court.

Lin Xuan found it a little unbelievable.

After pondering for a moment.

Lin Xuan said slowly: "Since you have joined the empire now."

"I will not pursue the past any further."

"But I want to tell you one thing. Don't even think about doing those shameful things under my nose."

"Once discovered by the king, you will implicate the entire Confucian school!"

(End of this chapter)