Ten days later, the old King of Qin issued an edict to hold a grand coronation ceremony for Ying Yiren in Taimiao.

As long as the crowning ceremony is completed, Ying Yiren will be the rightful son of An Guojun. This matter is very important, how can Lu Buwei not care? Although there is still some time before the coronation ceremony, the Lu Mansion has already been busy with work.

Since returning to Qin, Ying Yiren did not return to the prince's mansion, but moved into the Lu manor on the south bank of Weishui according to the instructions of the old Qin king. The old King of Qin did this to thank Lü Buwei for helping the royal family; Second, the secret envoy sent to investigate Lü Buwei reported to himself that Lü Buwei's move was suspected of plotting to enter the government. For the sake of Great Qin, the old Qin King also wanted to take this opportunity to take a good look at it, he wanted to see if this world-famous righteous businessman was really as upright as the rumors said.

It was lively for half a day, and the coronation ceremony was completed. According to the original arrangement, the old King of Qin would summon Lü Buwei and Zhao Kuo in the main hall of Xianyang Palace with the most solemn etiquette of the Qin State.

Just after lunch, Prime Minister Cai Ze personally came to Qin Feng's ancient residence and ceremoniously picked up Zhao Kuo. When the hundred horsemen surrounded the bronze chariot that Zhao Kuo was riding and drove across the long street, the people along the way all stopped solemnly, and people looked at the young general on the chariot with extremely complicated feelings.

In the Battle of Changping alone, how many old Qin people were buried because of this person, and Bai Qi, who was regarded as the god of war by the Qin people, was also forced to die by King Qin under his aggressive offensive. But only a few years have passed, and the enemy who bears the blood and hatred of the Qin people has become the benefactor of the Qin royal family in the blink of an eye. The sudden change was a little unacceptable to anyone for a while.

Under the indifferent gaze of the crowd along the way, Zhao Kuo was a little embarrassed, he simply closed his eyes and no longer paid attention to the scene in front of him. The car slowly drove through the palace gate, An Guojun Yingzhu had already taken a group of ministers, politely greeted under the main hall, Zhao Kuo just got off the car, and the car to pick up Lu Buwei also arrived closely.

After some greetings, An Guojun stretched out his hand with a smile on his face and asked, "King Qin is already in the main hall, please go first." ”

The two of them then bowed deeply towards the towering Xianyang Palace in accordance with etiquette, and then they took a solemn step and stepped on the Danqi stairs.

The main entrance of the main hall was wide open, and the thick red felt extended to the throne in the depths of the main hall. Handan's palace was originally famous for its grandeur and simplicity, but today it is dwarfed by Xianyang Palace.

Zhao Kuo was in amazement, accompanied by the grand and peaceful bell, and the voice of King Qin's summoning came from the hall like a wave: "Xuanlu Buwei Zhao Kuo is here...... Xuanlu Buwei and Zhao Kuo met ...... Xuanlu Buwei Zhao Kuo met ......"

Zhao Kuo glanced at Lu Buwei, who was beside him with a normal complexion, then took a deep breath and stepped into this Great Qin Palace that had shocked the Six Kingdoms of Shandong for more than a hundred years.

As soon as they entered the main hall, an attendant immediately led them to the long table that had already been placed at the bottom left of the throne, just opposite the Ying Yiren who had just completed the coronation ceremony. Looking up, the white-haired old Qin Wang Yingji, dressed in a court robe, was sitting peacefully on the throne, although he was already old and paralyzed by the wind, but his deep eyes still revealed a dignified slaughter, which made people shudder.

Zhao Kuo's heart was suddenly shocked: The old King Qin is worthy of his name!

"The two meritorious Great Qin, this king is grateful." Old King Qin squinted, leaned forward slightly, and opened his mouth leisurely.

Zhao Kuo and Lu Buwei hurriedly got up and said in unison: "I don't dare to take credit." ”

Old King Qin smiled and waved his hand up and down: "Sit down." After the two of them sat down again, King Qin trembled and turned his head to the elder Shi Huan Li behind Ying Yiren, "Xuan Zhao." ”

"No." The elder Shi Huanli stood up solemnly, unfolded the edict and read aloud: "The edict of the king of Qin: Ma Fujun Zhao Kuo and the righteous merchant Lü Buwei, who have made great contributions to Qin Sheji, are now appointed as the secretary of state, and assist the prime minister in acting state affairs; Zhao Kuo was appointed as the secretary of state and assisted the general in acting military affairs. ”

Suddenly, this high-ranking official gave each other, and the ministers in the palace talked about it for a while. Zhao Kuo just wanted to thank Xie for receiving the edict, but was pressed down by Lu Buwei: "Don't worry." ”

"Are the two suspects small?" Seeing that the two of them were sitting still, King Qin couldn't help but open his eyes that were always half-squinted, sat up slightly straight, and asked strangely.

Lu Buwei glanced at Yingyiren, who was desperately looking at him, shook his sleeves, left the case solemnly, and said with a straight face: "King Qin Mingjian!" We are waiting to help the son, the merit is in the prince's mansion, but the country has no size merit! Now the king of Qin has been awarded the title by a high-ranking official, and I can't wait for it, so I don't dare to give the edict. ”

"Oh? Ma Fujun also thinks so? Old King Qin smiled noncommittally, and then turned his gaze to Zhao Kuo, who was speechless beside Lu Buwei.

After listening to Lu Buwei's words, Zhao Kuo immediately understood, King Qin was cunning and cunning! Openly they are adding officials to the knighthood, but in fact they are secretly tempting them, if they accept the official title calmly today, although they will be fine for a while, they will definitely lay the root of the curse in the future.

Thinking about this clearly, Zhao Kuo didn't hesitate any longer, got up and echoed: "What Gong Lu said is extremely true, Qin Law is strict, Zhao Kuo is useless, and he is in a high position in Shangqing?" ”

For so many years, in addition to Bai Qi, it was the first time that the ministers had seen someone dare to openly resist the edict of the old Qin King, did they think that their life was too long? There was a dead silence in the hall for a moment, and the old King Qin was silent for a long time, seeing this scene, Ying Yi's heart couldn't help but sink, and he opened his mouth to defend the two: "Father......"

The old King Qin saw through Ying Yiren's thoughts, waved his hand at him, and the old voice suddenly echoed in the hall: "Since this is the case, the two of you said to yourself, how to reward him?" ”

"When I first arrived, I should go deep into the Qin State and practice the Qin Law, and it is enough to be a small official." Lu Buwei held his breath and said cautiously.

"Since Mr. thinks he has meritorious service to the prince, how about serving the prince's mansion first?" Old King Qin narrowed his old eyes again and gasped heavily.

"Respectfully." Lu Buwei breathed a sigh of relief, and his heart was relieved.

The old King Qin continued to ask: "Ma Fujun, how should this king reward you?" ”

Zhao Kuo shook his head: "Don't give a reward under the order, but look forward to joining the army as a pawn to be ashamed!" ”

After hearing this, the old King of Qin suddenly patted the case and said: "The general has made great contributions to Zhao, but he suffered an innocent crime and almost died, how can this be embarrassing?" If Yingji can't wash away the shame for the general, he will be the king of Qin in vain! After thinking for a while, the old King Qin said again, "It's not a pity for the general, how about becoming a national lieutenant first?" ”

When he first came to the Qin State, the old Qin King would never let himself lead the troops with just a few words, although the national lieutenant Cheng had no military power, it was related to the military mobilization of the entire Qin State, and for himself, it could already be regarded as a big gain, thinking of this, Zhao Kuo hurriedly fell to the ground: "King Xie!" ”

King Qin regained his calm expression: "However, Ma Fujun can't fail to reward the royal family's merits, how can this king marry Princess Liyang to the king?" ”

"Princess Liyang ......" Zhao Kuo was suddenly embarrassed, although Ji Hua had affection for him, and the two were already married that day, but after all, the woman he loved deeply was Ji Xue, if he really married Ji Hua, there would be no room for maneuver with Ji Xue in the future.

"The king has heard a little about Ma Fujun and Princess Liyang, so he doesn't have to shirk it!" King Qin stroked his long beard with white flowers, staring at Zhao Kuo happily, looking like a kind old man, without the majesty of the mighty King Qin.

Zhao Kuo couldn't help but feel a chill in his heart, this matter was actually heard by Qin Wangtan, it seems that he must be very careful in the future! But he thought about it again, if he married Ji Hua, he would be able to become a member of the royal family of Qin State in one fell swoop, and with the cover of this identity, he could not only calm the turbulent discussions of the government and the opposition of Qin State, but also undoubtedly be of great help to his own great cause of chaos in Qin. For the sake of Zhao Guo, he can only choose to be sorry for Ji Xue.

Thinking of this, Zhao Kuo no longer hesitated, and bowed to the old King Qin again.

When the old King Qin saw Zhao Kuo agree, he laughed rarely: "Edict!" An Guojun presided over the wedding of Ma Fujun on behalf of the king, and all expenses were paid by the royal treasury, and Changshi Huan Li chose the mansion for Ma Fujun! Before he could ......finish his words, a heavy snoring suddenly came from the hall. Zhao Kuo looked up when he heard the sound, and the old King Qin actually fell asleep in the main hall.

It seems that the longest-reigning king of the Warring States period is old after all.