When I was in Qin Dynasty, I lost contact with the wave

Chapter 288 Worshiping the Ancestors, Internal History Wang Jian

On December [-]th of Qin Wangzheng, Ying Zheng, who had just returned from Yongcheng for less than two months, once again led his clan and officials to Qinian Palace in Yongcheng.

However, the purpose of Yingzheng's visit to the Qinian Palace this time was not to add a crown, but to worship the ancestors.

This is the tradition of the Qin State. Before the king of a country goes to war in person, he must not only worship the heavens, earth, mountains and rivers, but also the five emperors who are regarded as beliefs by the Qin people. Finally, he must also worship the ancestors and pray for protection.

As a vassal state, Qin State, the ritual utensils for sacrifices are naturally seven tripods and six gui, and the guibi coins, five grains and six animals are naturally the same, let alone Qin State, which has always been frugal and abstaining from extravagance, even if it is placed in the wealthiest world. In the Qi State, this is also an extremely luxurious sacrifice.

In fact, Ying Zheng doesn't believe in ghosts and gods, but he understands that the more luxurious the ceremony, the more inspiring it is.

The common people are ignorant and believe in ghosts and gods, so it is inevitable in the army.

But enlightening the wisdom of the people is not what should be done right now. It is the most important thing to convince the people and soldiers that Qin can win.

After the worship, Ying Zheng went back to Xianyang and summoned Wang Jian in person.

Originally, Yingzheng planned to let this old general with a hidden front in the sheath go to Hangu Pass to make a name for himself, but after thinking about it again and again, Yingzheng really couldn't think of who would be entrusted with the defense of the Neishi area so that he could feel at ease.

After all, those who stayed behind in Xianyang faced at least Pang Nuan among their opponents.

Although Pang Nuan had no experience in leading a large corps in combat, an old general who could think out of the box and think of another way to attack the Qin State had his own unique skills.

What's more, two years ago, the Yan State sent a famous general who was as famous as Guo Wei, Le Yi, and Zou Yan in the past, and even the famous general Ju Xin who discussed with Le Yi to attack Zhao Guo. This famous general in his 70s Zongheng had few defeats in his life, but he was captured and killed by Pang Nuan, an old friend of the former King Zhao Wuling, and beheaded [-] Yan troops in the first battle.

Such a record is enough to prove to the world that he who has never formally led the army is not a pseudo-famous general like Ma Fuzi Zhao Kuo who can only talk about soldiers on paper, but a genius general like Ma Fujun Zhao She, but he is a late bloomer. It was only in my 80s that I got the chance to show my talents to the world.

Therefore, Ying Zheng, who originally planned to appoint Xin Sheng as a lieutenant to sit in Xianyang and transfer Wang Jian to the army as a lieutenant, hesitated.

Xin Sheng is the eldest son of the Xin family in Heyang, and a famous general born in the old Qin Dynasty, his loyalty is beyond doubt.

Moreover, Xin Sheng's military strategy was inherited from the Sima family of Shaoliang, that is, the family of Sima Cuo who expanded to Bashu in the west, took central Guizhou in the south, and captured Wei 61 City.

Sima wrongly took the path of military power.

Those who plan military power, defend the country with integrity, use troops with oddities, plan first and then fight, take into account the situation, cover yin and yang, and use skills.

Sima Cuo used his troops cautiously throughout his life, but he often had whimsical ideas, so his military style was to make decisions before moving, and he never limited his strategy to the battlefield.

Originally, the Sima family of Shaoliang was also an old aristocrat of the Qin State. Although it was weakened by Shang Yang's reform, it made a fortune with military exploits. However, Sima Jinshi, the second-grandson of Sima Cuo, was not expecting. Along with Bai Qi, he fought in the South and the North, and was "given death" to Du You together with Bai Qi.

Therefore, the Sima family in Shaoliang was also silent like the Bai family in Meiyi. It was only with the support of the Xin family in Heyang, a family that had been friends and married for generations, that they did not completely decline.

Moreover, Xin Sheng's father sent the Sima family back to the Xianyang court, and now Sima Chang, the patriarch of the Sima family, is also the support of the Xin family as the Youye iron official.

Therefore, in order to thank the Heyang Xin family for their kindness for several generations, the Sima family passed on the art of war inherited from their ancestor Sima Cuo to Xin Sheng, the eldest son of the Heyang Xin family, in oral form.

"Stable, accurate, and ruthless" are the three words Xin Sheng summed up from Sima Cuo's art of war, but Xin Sheng is not Sima Cuo after all, and he will not become a peerless famous general like Sima Cuo.

What Xin Sheng learned was more about Sima Cuo's essentials in attacking, and he was good at attacking.

Such a famous general might be suitable to be placed on the front line of Hangu Pass, but if it is to guard the hinterland of Qin, it is definitely not the best option.

Therefore, after much deliberation, Ying Zheng decided to put this heavy responsibility on Wang Jian.

"Old general, I have decided to entrust Xianyang and the entire internal history to you."

Ying Zheng bowed to Wang Jian, who was wearing a black military uniform and was still tall and straight in his fifties.

Facing Ying Zheng's gift, Wang Jian also bent down, lowering his head even lower than Ying Zheng's.

Wang Jian wanted to make meritorious deeds, but what deeds could compare to the respect and trust of a king from the heart?

Don't you see that in the past, Lord Wu An was an invincible opponent in the world, but he lost the trust of King Zhaoxiang in the end, and finally killed himself in Du You, at least in the eyes of outsiders.

Wang Jian was deeply moved by Ying Zheng's trust, his voice trembled, and his tall and straight figure lowered even lower.

"I will do my best to live up to the king's high expectations!"

"good!"

Ying Zheng helped Wang Jian up, with a gratified smile on his face.

"With the general's words, I feel relieved."

Whether Wang Jian was sincerely willing to give up the opportunity to make contributions and sit in the internal history, or pretended to be so righteous, he chose the interests of Qin after all, which made Ying Zheng very satisfied.

Ying Zheng has never been a stingy king, since Wang Jian is willing to sacrifice his own interests for Qin, then Ying Zheng will not treat Wang Jian badly.

He looked at the old eunuch Ling who took out a black edict from his sleeve.

"Decree of the King of Qin, Lieutenant Wang Jian, has done his duty for many years, stabilized the capital, and later pacified the chaos. He has made outstanding contributions and was promoted to internal history."

The sharp voice of the old eunuch Ling echoed in this side hall, echoing in Wang Jian's ears over and over again.

While listening to the imperial edict read by the old eunuch Ling, Wang Jian was stunned. Although he had a firm mind and will, he also looked at Ying Zheng blankly.

History!

That's the job of internal history!
Internal history refers to the Gyeonggi area of ​​Qin State, that is, the entire Guanzhong Plain and Shangluo area, a total of 42 counties, and internal history is also the name of an official position. It is in charge of all military and political power in the internal history area, which can be described as a high position!
Since the rebellion of Nei Shi Si was punished, Qin State has not promoted a new Nei Shi for several months. There are many people in Qin State who are jealous of this position, but they never thought that this position would fall on themselves!

But Wang Jian was Wang Jian after all, and he did not lose his mind because he was named an internal historian.

Wang Jian showed hesitation on his face, and immediately bowed to Yingzheng, and refused: "Your Majesty, I have no merit or virtue, how can I take up the post of internal historian, please take back my order and send someone else to take up the post of internal historian .”

But Ying Zheng didn't agree, but shook his head.

"If you think you can do it, then you can."

It is naturally impossible for Ying Zheng to hand over the important position of internal history to others at will. He is sure that Wang Jian can take the position of internal history well.

He was able to hand over the post of internal history to Wang Jian because he had done research beforehand.

Wang Jian is not a martial artist who only understands military affairs, but a man with both civil and military skills. Since he became a lieutenant, Xianyang Dading has never had any troubles except Lai Ai's plot to rebel. This is definitely not something a pure martial artist can do. , internal history, and many courtiers and nobles act properly, so that they have never been maliciously impeached for so many years, but they have never neglected their duties.

"Your Majesty, I really..."

"Okay, let's take the order!"

Ying Zheng waved his hand and interrupted Wang Jian's words.

Looking at the Neishi Seal and the Tiger Talisman that can mobilize the military power of the 42 counties of Neishi presented by the servant on the lacquer plate, Wang Jian just wanted to take off the Lieutenant's Tiger Talisman from his waist and hand it back to Ying Zheng with both hands, but Ying Zheng refused.

"The old general should know Xianyang, no, the entire land of internal history will not be peaceful." Ying Zheng's eyes were as sharp as a falcon, pointing to the map hanging on the wall behind him, "I give you the right to do the lieutenant's work, and you will be in Hezong Before the army is repulsed, Lieutenant Tiger Talisman is still in charge of you."

Wang Jian took the seal of Neishi and the tiger talisman capable of mobilizing the military power of 42 counties of Neishi with both hands, and stood there silent for a long time, his tiger eyes were full of firmness.

"If the internal history is lost, it will be the day when the Dongxiang Wang clan will be wiped out!"

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