Chapter 488 I Don't Want to Use You

The Kingdom of Shang is developing rapidly, and the speed makes all countries dumbfounded. That's why Jin and other countries have to unite in order to protect themselves-of course, there is still a bit of greed.

However, the prime minister of the Jin State is not an ordinary person. After Sima Xuan got the reply that "the Kingdom of Shang is willing to join the alliance", he immediately used this as a "tool" to make Liu Guo retreat. It can be regarded as a little gain.

But an even bigger problem lay in front of Jin and other alliances of more than a dozen countries—Shang Kingdom was willing to join, which was a thorny issue.

Agree to join? What is the point of the League of Nations!

Do not agree to join? When the Kingdom of Shang retaliated, he "stands on the height of morality".

Let's not talk about Sima Xuan's worries. After thinking about it for two days and discussing it with other countries for a long time, I just couldn't get a satisfactory answer.

While eating at noon, the servant came to announce: "My lord, Wang Shen, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Shang, is here to visit."

"I can't even have a good lunch!" Sima Xuan gritted his teeth and said, "Go, invite Mr. Wang over, let's have a drink together."

After Wang Shen came over, the two drank a few glasses of wine without smiling. Wang Shen took the initiative to express his opinion, "Prime Minister Sima, I contacted the country, and the virtuous king said that in order to show the sincerity of cooperation, we are willing to make such a concession.

First, the Kingdom of Shang is willing to form brothers and allies with other countries and cancel tariffs on each other, so that the trade routes of various countries can be unimpeded within the Kingdom of Shang.

Second, technical support. We will invest and set up factories in various countries to promote the industrialization process of our brotherly allies.

Third, financial support. Now that the aura of catastrophe in Yingzhou has become more and more obvious, in order to resist the disaster, we need more troops; and this requires more funds. In this regard, the Kingdom of Shang is willing to give low-interest loans to other countries to build an army and defend the country.

For the time being, we can continue to discuss these three items if the needs of various countries cannot be met. "

Sima Xuan's chopsticks fell to the ground, so there is such a good thing in the world? Shang Kingdom's three conditions all sound very good.

After taking a few deep breaths, Sima Xuan finally made a rational choice - to cooperate with Shang Kingdom! Now, the aura of catastrophe is gradually becoming stronger, and the situation in the east of Yingzhou has gradually begun to experience drought and less rain.

In fact, since the era of the Great Xia Kingdom four or five years ago, there have been droughts and little rain; these years have become more and more obvious. Anyone can see that a great disaster is brewing. At this time, the Kingdom of Shang's "brain flooded" support for the construction of the armies of various countries is such a good thing that you can't wait for, and you really don't need to refuse it!

Don't worry about Shang Kingdom's calculations, let's talk about the benefits first!

However, Sima Xuan still had one thing in mind after all—is Shang Guoguo a good-natured man without a brain?

But no matter what, more than a dozen countries in the east of Yingzhou are ready to try to unite.

Especially Xiao Guo, after hearing the news, he was greatly relieved.

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Xiao Liming, the emperor of the Xiao Kingdom, breathed a sigh of relief, but Mr. Zhang Yuanzhang, the Secretary of the Household Department of the Xiao Kingdom, looked gloomy. Together with Zhang Quan, who was very active in the past, his face was also ugly.

In the past month, there have been turmoil in the East of Yingzhou. The explosion of the "Thunder Thunder" and the destruction of the Qi State in ten days have caused a lot of discussion in the East of Yingzhou.

But in this lively atmosphere, the Zhang family is in decline. The Yuan family attacked the Zhang family one after another. The method of offering a reward made the last loyal guards of the Zhang family gradually disappear—some were forced to go away, while some disappeared forever.

In such an environment, the Zhang family gradually became sparsely populated. Until now, there are only family members and a few old servants left in the whole family, and there is no one left. Ink was splashed on the gates of the Zhang Mansion, and in the middle of the night, some people were still setting off firecrackers.

Too much deception! There was no other way, Zhang Yuan also asked Xiao Liming, the emperor of the Xiao Kingdom, for help, and Xiao Liming also protested to the Shang Kingdom about this; Yuan Yong, the deputy prime minister of the Shang Kingdom, dealt with it.

After Yuan Yong received the message, he found that there was Li Xian's comment on the letter—very good.

Therefore, the Yuan family let go of their guts and became more and more rampant.

After Zhang Yuan got the news, he was so angry that his seven orifices were full of smoke; even Xiao Liming was very annoyed - Li Xian, you can't be like this; but being angry can't solve the problem, the Kingdom of Shang is very strong, anyway, the Kingdom of Xiao can't compete with the Kingdom of Shang.

"What's the situation with the people who bought the Yuan family or the Shang Kingdom?" Zhang Yuan asked Zhang Quan, but his voice remained flat, with a feeling of ashes.

Zhang Quan's tone was low: "More than 30 people went there, and only six of them are still active. The rest, some were attracted by Shang Kingdom and stayed, some were arrested and imprisoned, and some have disappeared. , don't know how.

So far, only a few jobless people have been bought, so it doesn't matter; people who really have a certain status cannot be bought at all. "

"It can't be bought!" Zhang Yuan sighed, and seemed to have finally made up his mind: "Forget it, we can't stay in Xiao Country any longer. Get ready, let's leave quietly. Go...Chen Country!"

The state of Chen is more than 4,200 miles wide, slightly larger than the 4,000-mile state of Qi. It is in the north of Qi, west of Xiao, and Cai.

A long time ago, in the era of the Great Xia Kingdom, Zhang Quan had business contacts with the Qi State, and of course they also had certain interpersonal relationships. Now I can't stay in Xiao country anymore, Chen country is the Zhang family's way out. With their understanding of industry and commerce, Zhang Yuan and Zhang Quan believe that they will definitely be protected or even reused.

"Let's go, we can't stay here any longer." After tidying up, the Zhang family set off on their way, leaving through the back door.

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At the same time, when Li Xian returned to the City Lord's Mansion, there was another very important thing to do this afternoon, and that was—recruit and surrender again.

This time, the target of recruiting and accepting rebellion is the officials and generals of Qi State.

After a period of inspection, investigation, and screening, more than 30 Qi officials were allowed to enter the City Lord's Mansion to meet Li Xian.

Coincidentally, there is He Zhiguo, the former prime minister of Qi State, among them. Also, Captain Li Hui.

Secondly, there are General Su Zhongge, Military Adviser Zhou Keyin, and Border Guard General Ma Zheng.

He Zhiguo was captured in Ashan County, and Li Hui was also captured after the defeat in Ashan County. At the same time as Li Hui, Qiu Wenming, the general of Qi, was also captured, but Qiu Wenming failed the inspection and was dismissed.

At that time, Ma Zheng led an army of one million and wanted to attack Yan Zhengqing's main force to buy time for Qi;

Su Zhongge was originally guarding the eastern border of Qi State, but Yan Zhengqing marched too fast, and Su Zhongge was arrested before he had time to deploy. But regardless of the defeat, Su Zhongge still has abilities, but he is not very suitable for the war mode of arms for the time being.

With the foundation, Su Zhongge will become an excellent general with a little "learning" in the later stage.

In addition, all the officials of the former Qi State met by Li Xian today have a remarkable characteristic, that is-their family members are all intact, and they have no resentment towards the Shang Kingdom! This is also very important. Those whose family members were killed or injured, no matter how capable they were, Li Xian would not use them.

Of course, these people must also be willing to join the Shang Kingdom.

More than thirty people stood up straight, looking at the young Li Xian in front of him.

Among them, He Zhiguo was the most emotional. In just a few years, this young man who was invited to speak in Qi State with a hint of persecution in Qi State, has now turned his head and destroyed Qi State. And I had no choice but to stand under the stage, waiting for the young man to be received.

Li Xian looked at each one, and finally looked at He Zhiguo, "He Zhiguo, we are old acquaintances, and I don't want to go around in circles, so I will ask you, what is the reason that can make you let go of the hatred of subjugation, Enter the Shang Kingdom as an official?"

He Zhiguo was slightly surprised by Li Xian's question, but he still answered seriously, "King Huixian, there are three points.

First, the past cannot be turned back. After all, Qi State has already perished.

Second, the Kingdom of Shang's system, law, administration, people's livelihood and other aspects make me curious and full of yearning.

Third, the human heart is inevitably selfish, and here in the Kingdom of Shang I see an infinite future. "

Li Xian stared at He Zhiguo for a long time, and it turned out to be the prime minister. In three sentences, he summed up the past, present, and future, summarizing the subjugated country, the new country, and himself.

Li Xian thought for a while, discussed with Xu Ren, Li Yuanming, and Yan Ze'an, and finally said, "He Zhiguo, there is a position that might suit you for the time being, but it will be a lot of pressure and responsibility. I want to use you, but And worry about whether you can take on this important task."

He Zhiguo understood it as soon as he heard it, and immediately swore: "The king will not betray me, and I will not betray the king; as long as the virtuous king has three points of trust, he is willing to be ashamed."

Three points of trust... Hearing these four words, Li Xian suddenly sighed. At the last moment of Qi State, if the emperor of Qi State had given He Zhiguo some trust, it would not have ended up like this. Li Xian already knew the cause and effect of Qi's demise.

Feeling emotional, Li Xian still said the appointment, "Ministry of Education, the position of deputy minister. For the time being, the minister of the Ministry of Education is in charge of the queen.

In the Kingdom of Shang, education is the most fundamental strategy of the country; the future of a country is completely rooted in education. And Shang Kingdom's investment in education can be said to be regardless of the cost.

Therefore, the minister of the Ministry of Education needs wisdom, a long-term and broad vision, a down-to-earth quality, and a person who is patient, persistent, upright, and flexible.

The minister of the Ministry of Education is committed to the national policy at the top and responds to the hearts of the people at the bottom. He has the determination to forge ahead and never forget the history and culture of the past. On the left is the expectation, accusation, and criticism of countless people, and on the right is the temptation of the colorful world.

It takes ten years to grow trees and a hundred years to cultivate people, and a century of national policy education is the first. Can you take this responsibility? "

He Zhiguo did not answer immediately, but after thinking for a while, he said firmly, affirmatively, and simply: "Yes!"

One word speaks loudly.

Li Xian turned to Wang Cong, "Wang Cong, how much money is there in the treasury?"

"One hundred and seventy million taels of gold."

"Allow the right to use 100 million taels of gold to He Zhiguo." After finishing speaking, Li Xian turned to He Zhiguo, "Minister He, 100 million taels of gold is just the first batch of education allocation; there will be more in the future. I won't ask How you use it and how to use it, I only look at the results of education.

There is only one thing, before that, you should spend a month or two to inspect the environment of Shang Kingdom.

Wang Cong, take He Zhiguo to the Ministry of Education and report to the Queen. "

"Yes." Wang Cong turned to He Zhiguo, "Minister He, please."

He Zhiguo looked at Li Xian for a long time, and bowed slightly. This was the first time He Zhiguo bent his waist. For this trust, but also for this responsibility, Li Xian's words and thoughts are even more important.

He Zhiguo has never had a wealth of more than five million taels of gold, nor has he seen or heard that a country attaches so much importance to education.

100 million taels of gold was thrown in, almost without any requirements, it was simply a waste of gold.

After getting rich, the Kingdom of Shang did not expand the palace, but invested a lot of money in education and social infrastructure. When the Shang Kingdom was changing with each passing day, Li Xian still lived in the old City Lord's Mansion.

After He Zhiguo left, Li Xian looked at Li Hui, "Li Hui, as far as I can see, your ability is not outstanding. If you divide talents into five levels: qualified, good, reusable, excellent, and outstanding, you Somewhere between good and reusable.

In your opinion, what position is more suitable for you? "

A gleam of anger flashed in Li Hui's eyes. It was naturally unacceptable for the once aloof Taiwei to be judged like this. But finally had to succumb to reality.

"King Huixian, I think there are three positions that are more suitable. First, the supply of military supplies; second, the commander of the army; third, the governor of the field."

Li Xian suddenly smiled, with a meaningful smile: "I don't think you are suitable for any position! Come here, send Li Hui away!"

Li Hui suddenly burst into anger: "Why! Please give me a reason!"

"I don't want to use you! It's that simple!"