Chapter 623: Something that Has Never Happened Before!

A few days later, a county town not far from Xianyang City.

A messenger hurried to the county government office with the Emperor's edict, and then loudly said,

"Edict of the First Emperor."

Soon, a middle-aged county magistrate came out with a hint of alcohol and saluted,

"County Magistrate Liu Bang takes the order!"

The messenger directly handed the edict printed on paper to the other party, then mounted his horse and left.

He was too lazy to care about the other party's drinking during the day. He still had many places to go to deliver letters.

After the messenger left, Liu Bang burped and took the edict without reading it.

At first, he was a little curious about the paper, but after seeing it a few times, he was no longer surprised.

Walk directly towards the government office.

Zhang Liang, Lu Wan, and Wei Yi all arrived here a few days ago. There are many of them, and they spend more time drinking and having fun together these days.

Soon after arriving at the government office, they saw Fan Kuai and Wei Yi eating and drinking, while Zhang Liang and Lu Wan looked a little worried.

When Fan Kuai saw him, he immediately shouted,

"Brother, what were you doing out there just now? Come and have a drink with me."

Liu Bang smiled, shook the edict in his hand, and said,

"There's an edict from above. I'll have it posted later."

After saying that, he also took his seat, ready to drink and have fun together.

But Zhang Liang frowned slightly at this time and said,

"Pei Gong, we have been drinking for several days. Since we have official business, we should do business first."

To be honest, Zhang Liang still feels a little disappointed.

After arriving in Xianyang, Liu Bang took them to drink and have fun every day. He would only go out to make friends unless he was forced by his wife at home.

He completely lost the fighting spirit he had when leading troops in Chu.

Sure enough, a wealthy life is so charming!

But in this case, when will his revenge be completed?

Lu Wan also helped at this time and said,

"Yes, Pei Gong, this place is very close to Xianyang. No matter how many people ask for it, they can't get this position. You have a lot to do."

After hearing the two people's advice, Liu Bang couldn't help but blush, and he also knew that he was decadent.

However, it’s really comfortable if you don’t work hard.

Now he is also a county magistrate, he has no worries about food and drink, and he still has a little power.

Now the Qin Dynasty has also pacified Chu, and the world has returned to peace.

Heroes emerge from troubled times, and it takes troubled times!

Of course, there is one more thing, and that is the existence of Zhao Lang.

Every time he heard news about Zhao Lang, he always felt like there was a shadow hanging over him.

There is no way for him to escape, and now that he is so old, he should enjoy it.

Therefore, his desire to strive for supremacy has faded away.

Of course, when Zhang Liang said this, he still felt a little embarrassed. He had left Zhang Liang behind in the first place.

Now, I have lost my fighting spirit.

He looked at the other party a little embarrassed and said,

"Alian, the situation is different now, we still have to be more cautious."

Hearing this, Zhang Liang's eyes flashed with disappointment, but he didn't have much to say.

He glanced at the edict in Liu Bang's hand and said,

"Well, Mr. Pei, I've finished my wine. Why don't I go and post the edict?"

Liu Bang did not force himself and gave the edict to the other party.

Zhang Liang took it, took a look, and was immediately stunned, and then said,

"The tyrant actually has such a big heart?"

Others looked over with some confusion, and when they saw the edict, they were almost stunned.

"How can this be?"

They couldn't imagine that Qin Shihuang would make such a decision!

After a while, Liu Bang came back to his senses, showed a wry smile on his face, and said,

"I'd better post the edict first."

He knew that this edict would shock the world!

The petty officials in the county government were called.

When an edict is posted, there will be people explaining it. After all, there are few people who can read now.

Officials were also sent to read the announcement in the villages around the county seat.

Layer by layer, this is the structure of Da Qin.

Of course, the further away from Xianyang, these orders will be discounted.

There's nothing we can do about it.

Soon, the petty officials also went around to convey the edict.

At this time, it was already early autumn.

Most of the crops around Xianyang are now potatoes.

There are farmers working in the fields.

A farmer and his son were resting on the ridge of the field.

Looking at the crops about to be harvested in the fields, the farmers couldn't help but smile.

The potato yield exceeded his imagination.

One wave of spring crops has been planted, and now it’s the second wave.

After paying taxes, there is still a lot left.

Moreover, there are farmers who help them organize sales and turn them into potato vermicelli.

Now he can't even finish the food at home.

How could I dare to think of such a good life before?

It's just that life has been better, but it's not without regrets. The old farmer looked at the childish little son beside him and said,

"The village chief has said, when will your brother come back?"

The younger son replied,

"The village chief said that they are already on the road with the army, and they will reach Xianyang in about ten days."

"A lot of things were sent, including some fine silk."

After hearing this, the old farmer did not look happy, but sighed slightly and said,

"When your brother comes back, we will sell these things and buy a good place to bury him."

"This kid has never used anything good in his life."

"But this place where he lives can't be too unfair to him."

In Da Qin, ordinary people also care about their afterlife if they have the conditions.

The younger son was confused and could only say oh.

The old farmer took a short rest and was ready to start working again.

At this moment, the village chief's shout rang out not far away,

"Old tree! Old tree! Something big is happening!"

The old farmer followed the sound and saw the village chief running towards him crazily. When he got closer, the old farmer frowned and asked,

"Village chief, what's wrong?"

The village chief finally managed to catch his breath and said,

"I just received your Majesty's order! All the soldiers who died in the battle must enter the Lishan Imperial Tomb!"

"The Imperial Mausoleum of Lishan Mountain!"

The village chief said extremely excitedly.

When he first received the news, he was stunned.

After regaining consciousness, he came to deliver the news to Laoshu, whose eldest son died on the battlefield.

However, the old farmer just stayed for a moment and was not happy at all.

The village chief came to his senses at this time. Even if he entered the imperial mausoleum, this person was still dead after all.

A little embarrassed, he stopped smiling, and the village chief consoled him,

"Laoshu, the child died for the country, and entering the imperial mausoleum is considered a consolation."

"I heard that some soldiers will be given statues, monuments will be erected, and they will be enshrined as gods."

"Everyone's name will be engraved on it. When the time comes, even if you and I are buried, their names will still be there!"

"Based on this, it will last longer than us."

Listening to the village chief's consolation, the old farmer burst into tears.

I finally stopped crying.

The village chief also felt a little uncomfortable and said,

"Okay, the child has gone. It will be good to stay with His Majesty from now on."

The old farmer nodded, wiped the corners of his eyes, and then said,

"Village chief, will there be any labor after this autumn harvest?"

The village chief was stunned for a moment and said, Gu

"His Majesty has also issued an edict before to rest with the people. Unless those dogs and Huns from the north invade this year, there should be no labor."

The old farmer continued at this time,

"Then if there is no labor, I would like to go to Mount Li to build the imperial mausoleum for His Majesty."

The people around Xianyang still knew the news about the suspension of work on the Lishan Imperial Tomb.

I heard it was in response to the rebellion in the south.

But after hearing this, the village chief was instantly stunned and said with a bit of disbelief,

"Old Shu, what did you say?"

In his long life, this was the first time he heard that someone wanted to volunteer for hard labor.

You know, when the First Emperor recruited civilians to build the Lishan Mausoleum, the people also complained.

The old farmer showed a smile on his withered lips and said,

"My child is about to move in. As a father, I can fix it up and make it more comfortable for him."

"Don't worry, I don't want food from the government, I have it myself."

The village chief swallowed and then said,

"I'm not sure about this. I'll ask the pavilion director and others."

The old farmer nodded and said,

"Okay, I've just finished packing the crops these days. When the child comes back, I can go."

The village chief nodded and quickly left here with a look of astonishment on his face.

Now, not only are some people willing to volunteer for labor, but they are also willing to bring their own food.

He could no longer understand the current Da Qin.

The village chief was walking quickly. He wanted to tell the pavilion chief the news as soon as possible!

He was walking in a hurry on the road and almost fell. Fortunately, a passerby helped him and the village chief quickly thanked him.

"Thank you...Oh, it turns out to be the Taoist priest."

The village chief looked up and saw several old men wearing Taoist robes.

This is a group of Taoists who emerged last year. Recently, they have been helping the people along with farmers and doctors.

They usually also tell some short stories about good and evil being rewarded, which is also extremely interesting for common people like them who have no fun.

And the effect is good, mainly to attract people to do good.

The old Taoist smiled and said at this time,

"Go slower, don't get hurt."

The village chief thanked him again and left in a hurry.

These Taoists are still very kind.

They also want to believe it.

After the village chief left, an old Taoist said,

"Old Huang, why do I feel that the atmosphere around me these past two days is not right?"

Lao Huang is naturally an old Huangshi Taoist.

"Humph, you stay in your own little yard every day, so of course you don't know."

"The First Emperor has decreed that all soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country can be buried in the imperial mausoleum and be granted the title of Heavenly Soldier or Heavenly General!"

After hearing the news, the old Taoist took a breath and then said,

"This time our Taoist family has taken advantage!"

The newly established Taoism is now only spreading in Xianyang.

But after this time, Taoism will expand rapidly!

The old Taoist Huangshi was not so optimistic. He sighed slightly and said,

"But the First Emperor also said that the position of Emperor of Heaven belongs to him."

"He will be crowned emperor in heaven and on earth."

The old Taoist smiled and replied,

"Wouldn't this be better?"

The old Taoist Huangshi shook his head and said no more.

"Hurry up and come up with the Dao Sect's program. The leader has also said that you are not allowed to specifically promote ghosts and gods."

"This Taoism is only spiritual support. It wants to lead people to progress, but it does not teach people to be ignorant."

The old Taoist smiled and said,

"I, the Taoist, have always studied the truth of the fields. When have I ever believed in this?"

The old Taoist Huangshi nodded and then said,

"That's all, walk faster and let others get ready. The leader and his army will be back soon."

He said and left quickly.

The next day, Xianyang.

Above the court, Qin Shi Huang was unusually helpless.

Because at this time, there was a ceremonial officer who was loudly admonishing,

"Your Majesty! It is against etiquette to allow soldiers to enter the imperial mausoleum. You must not do it!"

"Since the Xia and Shang Dynasties, there has been a distinction between high and low. How can commoners share the same tomb with the emperor?"

"If Your Majesty loves the sergeants, he will build another mausoleum!"

"Otherwise, the etiquette will collapse, the emperor's majesty will not exist, and how will the people view you!"

Although he had thought of this scene when he issued the edict, and originally wanted to leave the matter to Zhao Lang, but who knew that these etiquette officials would not wait for a moment.

Although Qin Shihuang hated him so much, he couldn't do anything to him.

These etiquette and music officials made no mistakes, not to mention they were not afraid of death at all.

Looking at other officials, most of them did not dare to stand up.

In fact, they don't quite agree with it, raising the status of the common people so high.

There is a saying that they are not qualified to enter the imperial mausoleum. Why are these untouchables?

Wang Jian has been guarding the city again.

It's very annoying.

At this moment, an attendant came in hurriedly with a letter, and then reported back,

"Your Majesty, the magistrate of Xianyang East County has sent an urgent report!"

Hearing this, all the officials became nervous. The urgent report must be a big deal!

Don't be a disaster.

Although Qin Shihuang did not panic, he frowned and said,

"read!"

The attendant opened the letter directly and read,

"There are people in our county who sincerely request to work for His Majesty to build the Lishan Imperial Tomb."

The message was brief, but everyone was stunned.

Even Qin Shihuang was stunned for a moment and asked,

"What did you say?"

The attendant couldn't believe that he had seen it wrong.

Just as he was about to recite it again, at this time, an attendant came in again and said,

"Your Majesty, the magistrate of Xianyang West County is reporting urgently!"

Qin Shihuang took a slight breath and said,

"read!"

The attendant immediately said,

"There are people in our county who are grateful for the emperor's kindness. Please work for His Majesty to build the Lishan Imperial Mausoleum."

The court hall was silent again.

If you say it once, it may be His Majesty's own arrangement, but if you say it twice...

Suddenly, another attendant walked in!

when emergency reports started coming in from other counties.

The expressions of the ministers in the court were no longer simply shocked.

The people took the initiative to perform labor services, which was unprecedented!

Qin Shihuang looked at the urgent reports sent from various counties and counties near Xianyang and exhaled slowly.

There are even more mixed feelings in my heart.

When Zhao Lang used the power of the people to defeat the Xiang family, he actually looked down on the strength of these people.

But now, looking at these urgent reports in front of him, he felt an inexplicable power in his heart for the first time.

He seemed to understand somewhat why Zhao Lang abandoned his imperial ways and chose the common people.

It turns out that this power is so warm and powerful!

"Now, do you know how the people see me?"

Qin Shihuang said calmly,

"Any further dissenters will be killed!"

The ministers quickly saluted, and the ceremony officer also bent down and said,

"Your Majesty is wise!"

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