In Ying Zheng's study in Xianyang Palace, Ying Zheng's face was so dark that it was frightening. The atmosphere in the entire study was so oppressive that it made one's heart tremble.
Li Xin was kneeling on the ground in his prison uniform. He no longer had the majestic aura he had when the 200,000 strong army left Xianyang. His face was ashen, and he seemed to have lost all interest in life.
This time, it was not Eunuch Ma, but Zhao Gao who stood beside Ying Zheng, with Li Si, Meng Wu, Meng Tian, and Fu Su on both sides.
"Your Majesty, Young Master Muwu has arrived." Eunuch Ma said from outside.
"Pass it on." Ying Zheng spat out a single word coldly.
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Although Zhao Gao was still standing respectfully at the side, his heart was in turmoil. All these years, when it came to discussing state affairs, other than the eldest son, Fu Su, no other prince had the right to participate in the government.
Even the eighteenth son Huhai, who was favored by Ying Zheng, had been excluded from the state affairs. But now, the second son Mu Wu was allowed to participate in the state affairs, especially the state affairs such as the extermination of Chu, which was related to the unification of the world. This made him have no choice but to be vigilant. Mu Wu might grow up and become a real competitor for the throne!
At least, he had left Huhai behind.
At this moment, Zhao Gao felt a rare sense of regret. If he had known that framing Mu Wu would change him so much, he wouldn't have supported Huhai!
However, it was too late for regrets now.
Not to mention Zhao Gao, the eldest son Fu Su was also on guard. Although he was really a brother and loved his younger brother and sister, it did not mean that he would let others threaten his throne.
Perhaps when he ascended the throne in the future, he would not kill his younger brothers and sisters. However, at this moment of competition, he could not be soft-hearted.
On the other side, Li Si, Meng Wu, Meng Tian, and the others 'attitudes towards Young Master Mu Wu had also begun to change. It was obvious now that Ying Zheng had really begun to nurture Mu Wu, and it was only natural for these officials to change some things.
"Your son greets father." After Mu Wu entered, he did not pay attention to the others and respectfully kowtowed.
"Mhm, get up." Even though Ying Zheng was in a bad mood, he still felt a little regretful after seeing his son. If he had listened to Wang Jian and Mu Wu's advice, perhaps he would not have lost his helmet and armor this time and returned in defeat.
"I believe you all know about this matter, so I don't intend to say anything more. Zhao Gao."
"Yes!"
"Pass on my decree, Li Xin defeated Cheng Fu, his crime should be beheaded, drag him down!”
"Yes, sir! Your Majesty!" Zhao Gao was about to speak.
Mu Wu suddenly stood up and said to Ying Zheng,""Father, please wait a moment."
"What's wrong?"
"I am bold enough to plead for General Li Xin. I implore Father to let him atone for his sins!" Mu Wu bowed and said.”
"What did you say?" Ying Zheng's face turned ugly, and the atmosphere in the room became tense again.
Zhao Gao, who had been wearing an ugly expression because of Mu Wu's participation in the state affairs, was now in a good mood. He even looked at Mu Wu with pity. After serving Ying Zheng for so many years, he knew Ying Zheng's temper very well.
Now that Ying Zheng was in a fit of anger, Mu Wu actually dared to stop him. He was afraid that he would backfire. This Young Master Mu Wu had been too proud recently.
Li Si and the others sighed in their hearts. They naturally felt that Li Xin's death was a pity. Although Li Xin had lost to Xiang Yan and suffered heavy losses, it didn't mean that Li Xin wanted to be an incompetent person like Zhao Kuo. On the contrary, Li Xin was a general!
His ancestor, Li Zong, was a doctor of Wei. To Li Xin, he had been a minister or general for ten generations. His grandfather, Li Chong, was the prefect of Longxi in the State of Qin and was granted the title of Duke of Nanzheng. His father, Li Yao, was the prefect of South County of Qin State and was conferred the title of Marquis Di Dao.
Moreover, in the war of encroaching on Han and Wei, Li Xin had won many battles!
Therefore, Mu Wu tried to save Li Xin's life and called him the first general under his command!
"Why don't you tell me the reason?" Ying Zheng thought of what Mu Wu had told him before, that it was necessary to have 600,000 Qin troops to attack Chu. He suppressed his anger and said to Mu Wu.
Meanwhile, Zhao Gao and the others, who were prepared to watch Mu Wu make a fool of himself, were stunned once again. The position of Mu Wu in Ying Zheng's heart had risen by quite a bit! Especially Zhao Gao, who was feeling a little uneasy.
"Father, ever since King Ping moved eastward, the Chu Country has always dominated the south. It has a vast territory and a large population. This time, General Li Xin has attacked the Chu Country with 200,000 troops and made the mistake of underestimating the enemy. Therefore, it can be considered a contribution."
"In addition, General Li Xin has a good understanding of the geographical situation of the Chu Country. If father plans to attack the Chu Country again, General Li Xin will be a great help!”
"Thirdly, General Li Xin was defeated, and Father spared his life to atone for his sins. This shows Father's magnanimity and will make Great Qin's soldiers submit to Father's cause!”
This last point was just a small boot-lick for Ying Zheng.
By now, Ying Zheng's anger had mostly dissipated. Although the Li family was not a large family like the Meng family and the Wang family, they were still considered officials for generations. If he really killed Li Xin, it would indeed have a negative impact on his rule over the officials.
Coincidentally, Mu Wu gave him a way out, so Ying Zheng went with the flow.
"Alright, for your sake, let him atone for his sins.”
"Li Xin."
"I thank Your Majesty!" Li Xin knocked his head on the ground, and tears flowed out of his eyes. He almost died under the executioner. This kind of mentality was something that ordinary people couldn't experience.
"You don't have to thank me. From today onwards, you will follow Mu Wu.”
"As Your Majesty wills!"
As soon as Ying Zheng gave the order, Zhao Gao, Fu Su, and Li Si were all stunned, their faces filled with shock!
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