Qin Dynasty: Starting with clinging to Zhao Ji's thigh

When the banquet ended and Ying Jing returned to the inn, it was already 9 PM.

The moon was full in the sky, and its light shone on every corner of Xinzheng City, where all was quiet.

"Your Majesty, when you went to the banquet at the Han King's Palace, a farmer delivered an invitation."

As soon as they returned to the inn, a guard from the Korean entourage delivered a message.

Ying Jing frowned slightly: "The peasant family?"

In this era, a hundred schools of thought contended, each with its own strengths and ideas.

Among these, Confucianism and Mohism were the two most prominent schools of thought in the world.

However, it is said to be the largest and oldest of the Hundred Schools of Thought.

Without a doubt, only the Farmer's School, which claims to have inherited its lineage from Emperor Yan Shennong, has the longest history.

Even the Taoists cannot compare in this respect.

"The farmers certainly have a long reach; I only arrived in Korea today, and this invitation has already been sent."

"The earth nourishes all things; is Shennong immortal?"

"Are generals, ministers, kings, and nobles born with a special destiny?"

Ying Jing chuckled coldly in a low voice.

Identity determines stance; the peasants and the Qin state have never really gotten along.

Although the death of Lord Wu'an Bai Qi was intended by the late king, it was ultimately the six elders of the peasant family who carried out the killing.

However, the sacred site of the farmers, the Tomb of the Six Sages of Emperor Yan, is located in Daze Mountain, built against the mountain, and is within the territory of the Chu Kingdom, making it difficult to invade.

Otherwise, farmhouses might not exist anymore.

The peasantry also played a significant role in the eventual downfall of the Qin Dynasty.

Ying Jing naturally had no goodwill towards this anti-Qin force.

Moreover, according to Luo Wang's investigations over the years, the Farmer's Clan had a very secretive connection with Lord Changping long ago.

Even regarding Cheng Jiao's matter, although there was no evidence, Ying Jing had always had a vague feeling that it might be related to the Farmer's Clan and Lord Changping.

Although Lord Changping had always been diligent and conscientious, never showing any abnormality, even Ying Zheng trusted him greatly.

However, Ying Jing was wary of Changping Jun from the very beginning, regarding him as a hidden enemy.

Even Lü Buwei had warned Changping Jun to be careful, which shows that he already knew something.

The farmer's invitation was written on Xuan paper.

This is the most expensive type of paper sold in Hanoi. Even though it has developed over the years and is no longer a case of a single sheet costing a fortune, Xuan paper is still quite expensive.

"The farmers have developed rapidly in recent years, and it seems that Changping Jun has provided them with a lot of financial support..."

Ying Jing remained indifferent as he gently opened the invitation in his hand.

"Three days from now, in Ping'an Town, the Qianlong Hall Farmhouse will host the Treasure Exchange Conference... So that's the time?"

Ying Jing pondered for a moment, then said, "Since I won't be leaving Korea anytime soon, I might as well go and take a look."

South Korea's attitude is actually quite clear: fear, they dare not fight.

The next thing to consider is how to gain more benefits in the negotiations.

King Han wanted to stall, but Ying Jing wasn't in a hurry either.

Judging from the attitude of these South Korean officials, he felt that with more time, it was even possible to win them all over and take over South Korea without bloodshed.

Ying Jing wasn't actually very interested in the Yi Bao Conference.

He doesn't have a penchant for collecting treasures, but he might have a penchant for collecting beautiful women.

However, some of the people who will appear at this YiBao conference are quite crucial.

Touman Chanyu.

The grassland wolf tribe is not a big deal at the moment; neighboring countries like Zhao, Han, Qin, and Yan can easily subdue them.

In particular, Li Mu's decisive victory over the 100,000-strong Hu army caused them heavy losses, and they had not launched a raid southward campaign for many years.

However, the eldest son born to Touman Chanyu not long after was named Maodun.

He was a very famous figure. Not only did he kill Touman, his father, he also unified the northern grasslands and established the vast Xiongnu Empire.

From then on, foreign tribes rose to power, becoming a major threat to the Central Plains for thousands of years.

It's a rare opportunity to meet Touman Chanyu. If we don't take advantage of this to do something in the northern grasslands beforehand, it would be a waste of Ying Jing's foresight.

As for the others who will appear at the Yibao Conference, such as Yan Dan, Jing Ke, and Yan Chunjun, none of them are as important as Touman Chanyu.

Zi Nu's use of water to dissolve gold reminded Han Fei to resolve the issue of the ghost soldiers' harassment and fright, which was even more insignificant.

In Ying Jing's eyes, this was nothing more than a minor skirmish.

Even in Ji Wuye's eyes, this might not be that important.

Over the past few years, he has made a fortune in his collaboration with Ying Jing.

The military pay lost by South Korea totaled only 100,000 gold coins, which was not even as valuable as the goods lost by Ying Jing.

Thinking of the stolen goods, Ying Jing frowned slightly again.

Losing a little money is nothing, but he can't let it go unchecked.

According to the information from the man in the straw raincoat, this matter indeed has nothing to do with Ji Wuye.

Ying Jing also believed this.

After all, Ji Wuye couldn't have achieved his current status by being a fool; only through long-term cooperation with Ying Jing could he earn more.

Regardless of who kidnapped them, Ji Wuye still has to give an explanation.

Just as Ying Jing was considering whether or not to send someone to find Ji Wuye.

A commotion could be heard outside.

"What happened?"

Ying Jing frowned. Why was there such a commotion so late?

"Your Majesty, there is a man outside who claims to be Emerald Tiger, a subordinate of General Ji Wuye, requesting an audience."

Jade Tiger?

A marquis in blood-stained robes, a jade tiger on a rock, a sea goddess on the blue sea, and a traveler in a straw raincoat under the moon.

These are the four most ferocious generals under Ji Wuye's command, operating in the darkness of night.

However, among them, the Straw-Clothed Man is a member of the Net, and the Blood-Clothed Marquis and the Tide Demoness also have their own agendas... Only the Emerald Tiger is truly loyal to Ji Wuye.

He wasn't exactly loyal; he just lacked ability, after all, he was just a businessman.

"Let him in."

Following Ying Jing's command, a moment later, a richly dressed middle-aged man entered.

His body was obese, even more so than that of the King of Han, and he wore a fawning, fake smile.

"Jade Tiger under the General's command greets Lord Changxin..."

Ying Jing simply nodded, not bothering with pleasantries, and went straight to the point: "What did Ji Wuye send you here for?"

"Forehead……"

Jade Tiger was taken aback; he had hoped to build some rapport.

How can we get down to business like this!

But at this moment, Ying Jing asked directly, and Emerald Tiger did not dare to say anything more: "The General did not say anything, but ordered me to send 100,000 gold coins."

They didn't say anything, they just sent money.

Ying Jing chuckled lightly; Ji Wuye was rather interesting.

Although Ji Wuye didn't say anything, this 100,000 gold coins was his way of explaining the stolen goods.

But... 100,000 gold?

This number... is rather special.

Some time ago, South Korea lost a batch of military pay, which happened to be 100,000 gold coins.