The hall was completely silent.
Everyone held their breath, waiting for the attitude of the Prime Minister, Lu Buwei, who was of great importance in the Qin court.
Although not long ago, Ying Zheng had won the right to be seen in the Imperial Court with the help of Fu Su's hot-blooded spirit, in fact, the Prime Minister still held the real power of the Qin State, and there was no doubt about it.
Therefore, Ying Zheng did not think that he had the upper hand just because he had gained the upper hand.
Even though he felt humiliated and unwilling, Ying Zheng still forcefully suppressed his pride as a king and showed a respectful attitude towards Lu Buwei.
However, Lu Buwei merely raised his head and gave Ying Zheng a glance. His expression was cold, and his attitude seemed a little arrogant.
In an instant, the atmosphere in the court became even more awkward.
Anyone could see that the Prime Minister was trying to regain his authority and face because of the unhappiness before the court meeting.
Ying Zheng's hands were clenched tightly under the sleeves of his loose robe. The killing intent in his heart was threatening, but his face was calm.
No matter how angry he was at Lu Buwei's arrogance, he had no choice but to hide his claws and teeth and continue hiding.
After ten breaths, Lu Buwei cleared his throat and looked at Fu Su and Huhai with an unfathomable look in his eyes."
"Since the king has high hopes for the two young masters and wants them to attend the court, then why don't we listen to what the two young masters have to say?”
As soon as Lu Buwei said that, Fu Su suddenly realized something. Most of the doubts in his heart were resolved.
"No wonder Zhao Gao's words and actions were so strange. I thought he was really worried about the drought. It turns out that he was waiting for me here.”
Fu Su sneered in his heart. He had a pretty good guess.
The reason why Zhao Gao had brought up the problem of the drought was not to offend Lu Buwei because of the drought. In fact, this was within Zhao Gao and Lu Buwei's plan.
Having Zhao Gao bring up the issue of the drought, he had also calculated that there would be different opinions in the Imperial Court. And then, Ying Zheng would not ignore Lu Buwei's existence, so he would definitely ask for his opinion.
At this time, Lu Buwei could go with the flow and carry out the step in his plan. He would ask Fu Su and Huhai for their countermeasures.
Of course, Lu Buwei wouldn't give Fu Su such a good chance. He must have instructed Zhao Gao to give Huhai a good answer.
"If I'm not wrong, Huhai will give you an answer soon.”
Fu Su thought to himself. Then, he looked at Huhai with a smile.
As expected, Fu Su saw that Huhai was only pretending to be lost in thought for a moment, before he immediately knelt down on the ground and bowed to Lu Buwei, before turning to Ying Zheng and said,"
"Reporting to Prime Minister and Royal Father, I have a plan that has the best of both worlds.”
Huhai's words instantly made him the center of attention in the hall, attracting the attention of all the officials.
This was also the first time the ministers had scrutinized Huhai.
Being watched by so many people made Huhai feel great. It was as if he was standing on the top of a mountain and being looked up to by everyone.
Therefore, Huhai put in more effort and said confidently,"
"I think that guarding the border and digging ditches can go hand in hand.
Although most of the able-bodied soldiers were defending the borders, there was still a large number of people in the country that could be mobilized.
There were many old, weak, women, and children. Even if they could not fight, they could dig ditches and water the fields.
Perhaps the speed would be slower, but as long as everyone worked hard, the canal would eventually be dug out!
If the hearts of the people were united, Mount Tai would move!
At this time when the entire country was in trouble, it should be the time for every citizen of Qin country to contribute to the country!”
Huhai's voice was impassioned. Whether it was a policy discussion or a speech, it was extremely moving and won the cheers of many ministers.
"Young Master is wise!"
"That's true!"
"Young Master is right. This is the time for us old Qin people to help each other!”
Fu Su looked on coldly. Among the ministers who were cheering, some of them were Prime Minister Lu Buwei's men. They had received the news beforehand and were here to build up Huhai's momentum.
There was also a portion of the Qin Country's generals and officials. These people were boiling with blood and were easily incited by the words of the country.
It had to be said that Huhai had put in a lot of effort into his performance. His performance was rather perfect, so perfect that it was a little too perfect. Therefore, Fu Su was even more certain of his guess.
Fu Su was silent. He did not speak rashly at this moment. If he spoke but could not come up with a better solution, he would only be a foil to Huhai.
"Young Master Huhai's method is indeed a win-win solution. From the looks of it, it's already the best method.
I agree with Young Master Huhai and request that the king order the old, weak, women, and children to dig ditches and water the fields.”
Lu Buwei stood up and praised Huhai, showing his support for Huhai.
"This method is inappropriate!"
Before Ying Zheng could speak, a voice of objection suddenly rose from among the courtiers.
Everyone looked up in shock and realized that the person who spoke was still Xiong Qi.
"Lord Prime Minister, if there is a small drought or flood, we can still deal with the old, weak, women, and children.
However, this year's drought was not like the previous years. Guanzhong was affected everywhere. If they wanted to rely on the old and weak to dig rivers and canals, they would probably need half a year to succeed.
By that time, the crops in the fields would probably have died of drought!
Moreover, the old, weak, women, and children were physically weak and could not compare to the able-bodied men. If they wanted to dig enough water diversion canals in a short period of time, they would probably exhaust most of the old and weak in Guanzhong.
At that time, the corpses of the people would fill the ravines, and the Qin country would be in danger of being subjugated. Even if the rivers were dredged, what was the point?”
"How dare you! You actually dare to curse my Qin country to be destroyed!
Even if I don't convict you of your crimes, can you give me a better way?”
" Hmph!" Lu Buwei snorted coldly. He was already angry at Xiong Qi's words and actions that didn't give him any face.
"Lord Prime Minister is right. Young Master Xiong Qi doesn't agree to transfer the able-bodied men back to dig the canals, nor does he agree to conscripting the old, weak, women, and children. Could it be that he wants to watch all the crops wither and cause our Qin country to have no harvest, causing a great famine?
This subject suggests that Xiong Qi, who harbors evil intentions, be immediately imprisoned. His intentions can be punished!”
Zhao Gao also sneered and verbally condemned Xiong Qi.
"I agree. The hostages of Chu Country are wolves with wild ambitions!”
"Xiong Qi deserves to be killed!"
"I also agree!"
Lu Buwei and Zhao Gao's accomplices spoke up one after another.
It seemed like Lu Buwei didn't even need to make a move. This hostage of Chu who dared to oppose Lu Buwei would be killed by the officials of Qin.
Ying Zheng looked at the furious crowd in the imperial court, and a hint of helplessness could be seen in his eyes. Xiong Qi did not harbor any evil intentions, and Ying Zheng naturally knew that.
He opposed the transfer of the strong and the conscription of the old and weak. From a certain perspective, both were correct.
Xiong Qi's mistake was that he had no better way, so he denied all the methods. Naturally, it would attract the suspicion of others.
Ying Zheng heaved a sigh of relief. He did not want to see Xiong Qi being convicted and imprisoned, so he placed his hopes on Fu Su. He looked at Fu Su and said,"
"Fusu, Huhai has already told us his plan. Do you have a better plan?”
At this moment, Ying Zheng looked at Fu Su with eyes full of trust and expectation...
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