PFC Chapter 11 How could Fusu's governance have come to this! Isn't that an exaggeration?!
Chapter 11 How could Fusu's governance have come to this! Isn't that an exaggeration?!
Jiang Qing smiled and said, "Why doesn't Your Majesty believe me? Why don't you tell me first? Only then can I better understand your situation!"
Jiang Qing's move was essentially a sting operation. He knew, of course, what questions Qin Shi Huang might have, but this dialogue would give his words more weight!
Ying Zheng frowned, but didn't dwell on it, and said:
"It's not that I don't want to believe you, sir, but what you just said is simply too shocking!"
"I do not believe it! I absolutely do not believe that the Qin Dynasty will perish after only two generations!"
In Ying Zheng's view, he had devoted his entire life to building the Qin Dynasty and unifying the country, and had also devoted his life to cultivating his eldest son Fusu. Everything was ready.
The Qin Dynasty was destined to last for thousands of years and should never have ended up perishing after only two generations.
"My eldest son, Fusu, has been kind and benevolent since childhood. He is well-read and acts with composure and moderation. In terms of talent, virtue, and character, he is outstanding. Few people in the whole world can match him."
Over the years, he has won the hearts of the people both in and out of the government, with many civil and military officials supporting him, and the common people are grateful for his benevolence.
How could such a person possibly allow my Qin Dynasty to end its lifespan of only 15 years?
Ying Zheng spoke these words with conviction, his eyes filled with the pride of a father and the absolute confidence of an emperor in the succession of his empire.
He glanced at the civil and military officials in the hall, then looked at Jiang Qing, his tone becoming increasingly firm.
He meticulously recounted the smooth path he had paved for Fusu, wanting Jiang Qing to understand that his nurturing of Fusu had already reached its utmost perfection:
"Sir, you may not know this, but in order to enable Fusu to shoulder the heavy responsibility of being the emperor of Qin..."
I have specially assembled for him a team of the world's best teachers, each a genius of our time, to dedicate themselves to assisting and teaching him!
"In addition, I personally instructed him and urged him to study Legalist classics such as Han Feizi and Shang Jun Shu every day."
They regularly reviewed his knowledge and insights, frequently discussed governance with him, and meticulously cultivated him according to the standards of the Qin emperors!
Ying Zheng became more and more certain as he spoke, his gaze towards Jiang Qing carrying a lingering hope, and his tone increasingly puzzled:
"With such meticulous training and such a strong foundation, Fusu will surely succeed to the throne in the future."
It will surely be able to follow my national policies, stabilize the Qin Dynasty, and ensure that the Qin Dynasty will last for ten thousand generations and never decline!
"My Great Qin is now militarily strong, with strict laws and a peaceful and prosperous nation. How could it possibly perish after only two generations, as you say?"
When Prince Fusu heard his father praise him so highly, he blushed with embarrassment, but he still stared intently at Jiang Qing.
The Qin Dynasty only lasted two generations. Could it be that he did something to the Qin Dynasty? Otherwise, why would the country perish under his rule?
It's no wonder that Qin Shi Huang and Fusu were suspicious and convinced that Fusu was the successor.
As for Fusu, although history does not explicitly state that he was the successor of the Qin Dynasty, it is very likely that he was!
The main reason was that Qin Shi Huang left Fusu with an incredibly strong team! Fusu's teachers were all highly skilled!
Li Si, as the prime minister of the Qin Dynasty and a representative figure of the Legalist school, was Fusu's teacher in literature and grammar.
He was primarily taught core skills for governing the country, such as handling memorials to the emperor and formulating laws.
Meng Tian was a famous general of the Qin Dynasty and was appointed as Fusu's military instructor.
Qin Shi Huang repeatedly sent Fusu to Meng Tian's Great Wall army to train and learn how to lead troops and manage the army.
Chunyu Yue was originally a scholar from the State of Qi. As a Confucian scholar, he mainly taught Fusu cultural knowledge such as etiquette and classical texts.
Even Zhao Gao, being well-versed in Qin law, was responsible for teaching Fusu the practical application of the law.
Zhao Gao did not gain the First Emperor's favor entirely through flattery; he was also quite capable in combat!
It is important to know that Ying Zheng not only paved the way for Fusu's connections and strength in the outer court, but also personally intervened and participated in Fusu's education.
He urged Fusu every day to thoroughly understand the essence of Legalist governance, and personally checked Fusu's reading notes every few days.
He was assisted by Prime Minister Li Si, who was well-versed in governance; he was backed by General Meng Tian, who held significant military power; and he was taught culture, morality, and legal details by renowned teachers of the time.
Furthermore, with the emperor himself personally guiding them, such a team and such training are unparalleled throughout history!
It can be said that they are being groomed entirely to be the successor!
It's a pity that the two teachers left for Prince Fusu, who were originally a natural team, both betrayed him!
Ying Zheng stared intently at Jiang Qing, his stubbornness intensifying, and his remaining fantasies growing ever stronger.
He simply couldn't believe that such a perfect start would end in utter defeat.
"I have devoted my entire life to raising Fusu to be the crown prince of Qin and the emperor for all ages."
With a strong support team and a benevolent and virtuous ruler, my Qin Dynasty is now militarily powerful and well-equipped.
With peace and stability in the northern border regions, strict laws, and national prosperity, no one in the world dared to rebel, and the people lived in peace and contentment.
How could it possibly perish after only two generations, as you say?!
How could Fusu's governance have come to this! Please, sir, teach me!
Ying Zheng still clung to a sliver of hope, his voice rising slightly, carrying a barely perceptible hint of questioning, but the murderous intent from before was long gone, replaced only by resentment and a desire for confirmation:
"Sir, are you perhaps deliberately exaggerating and fabricating these alarmist words?"
Was it all just to deliberately attract my attention and gain my favor and favor?
Throughout history, countless alchemists have fabricated outrageous statements to gain the attention of emperors in order to find a way out and achieve instant success.
Deep down, Ying Zheng preferred to believe that Jiang Qing had such intentions rather than accept the fact that the Qin Dynasty would only last for two generations.
Upon hearing this, the civil and military officials in the hall nodded in agreement, and their eyes showed more approval as they looked at Jiang Qing.
In their hearts, Prince Fusu was the recognized heir apparent, possessing both talent and virtue, and with a strong support base.
The First Emperor was a man of great talent and ambition, and the Qin Dynasty was as solid as a rock, making it impossible for the tragic fate of national subjugation that Jiang Qing had described to occur.
Prime Minister Li Si stood with a bow, his expression respectful, and in his heart he agreed with Ying Zheng's words.
As Fusu's grammar teacher, he knew Fusu's talent and diligence, and firmly believed that he would loyally assist Fusu without any disloyalty.
But things are unpredictable. What he said now may be sincere, but as time goes by, things will change! Now that the First Emperor is on the throne, Li Si is willing to assist him!
But when faced with a real choice, people's hearts have changed! However, we cannot deny Li Si's loyalty to the court at this time!
General Meng Tian frowned deeply, his eyes resolute.
He was a loyal and virtuous man from a young age, devoted to the Qin Dynasty, to the First Emperor, and to Fusu. He absolutely did not agree with the claim that the Qin Dynasty would perish under the second emperor.
Only Zhao Gao, huddled in the corner, pressed himself tightly to the ground, trembling uncontrollably. Cold sweat soaked the bluestone slab on his forehead, and he didn't even dare to breathe.
Jiang Qing's previous words lingered in his mind like a curse, causing him to feel an inexplicable sense of extreme panic.
I have a feeling that some secret is about to be exposed.
Jiang Qing took in the reactions of everyone in the hall, but remained calm and composed, without the slightest panic.
He slowly raised his hand, picked up the hot tea offered by the waiter beside him, and gently stroked the warm porcelain cup with his fingertips.
He took a slow, leisurely sip, his movements relaxed, completely unaffected by Ying Zheng's eagerness.
As the warm tea went down her throat, Jiang Qing put down her teacup and looked up at Ying Zheng, whose face was full of stubbornness and resentment.
His tone was calm and gentle, yet every word was piercing, striking at Ying Zheng's most vulnerable spot:
"Your Majesty, since I dare to say that the Qin Dynasty will perish after only two generations, it is by no means an exaggeration or an attempt to attract attention, nor is it a lie."