The Great Qin Dynasty: The egg of the Black Bird was revered as a national guardian beast.

"The ruthless and pitiful king?"

"厉" refers to leprosy, which was considered an incurable disease.

Why would a pitiful and miserable liren turn around and pity the supreme monarch?

Ziying knew why.

Because Li Renlianwang's words were spoken to those kings who lost their power and were killed in a robbery.

If a ruler has no means to control his ministers

Then, the power belonging to the monarch will be easily seized by his subjects, who will act arbitrarily and seize power.

And there are more.....

They might even kidnap and murder the king, then install a young and ignorant new king to seize power.

During the Spring and Autumn Period, there were many similar incidents.

Therefore, although the fierce man's body was covered with sores and festering scars,

But seeing those kings who were robbed and killed, the fear and pain in their hearts must have been even greater than that of the tyrants.

Isn't this something to be pitied and sympathized with?

Gongzi Jianglu was a clever man, but he was also a man with great self-awareness.

He swirled the wine cup.

He confided his true feelings to Ziying, who was sitting in front of him.

"My talent and reputation are inferior to my brother Fusu. Even if I were to become the crown prince, I fear that my brothers and the court officials would all be dissatisfied and resentful."

"Once I ascend the throne, I will certainly be unable to control my subjects."

"I fear that if this continues, I will be ambushed and killed." He sighed, "How pitiful I am..."

Ziying was taken aback, then looked up and said, "Jianglu, you..."

After a pause, he seemed to understand, and looked at him softly, saying, "Are you afraid?"

After saying that, even he laughed out loud.

"Are you afraid of not being able to control your ministers and restrain your brothers? Are you afraid of being robbed and killed?"

"You are wrong." Ziying stood up and looked at Jianglu, saying, "Don't you know that only with power can one have the foundation to protect oneself and make a living?"

"If you don't want to be robbed and killed, don't run away; instead, eliminate all those who pose a threat!"

"Even if I don't become king, does that mean I won't be killed?"

"No."

Despite Ziying's explanation of the pros and cons, Prince Jianglu still showed no intention of changing the situation.

"Baby, you're wrong."

He said with a smile, "Governing a country through political maneuvering was something I never thought about in the past, and I still know nothing about it now."

"My father ordered me to sit in on state affairs."

"In my humble opinion, they don't want me to compete with my brother, but rather they want me to put pressure on Fusu."

Ziying was taken aback, then nodded: "Yes, if you want to choose a new crown prince."

His gaze fell intently on the table.

"How could His Majesty possibly order Fusu's feet to be untied?"

"It seems that Young Master Gao cannot see this point, and in the end, it will all end in a mirage."

Ziying wasn't in a hurry, and spoke slowly and deliberately.

Jiang Lü let out a sigh of relief: "Is there anything else Ying wants to say?"

What else did Ziying want to say?

In truth, he already had a vague idea in his heart, but he wanted Ziying to say it himself.

Ziying looked at Jianglu's expression and smiled.

"Jiang Lü, I only realized today that you are not only good at having fun, but also a smart person."

Jiang Lü laughed, but stopped laughing abruptly.

Born into an imperial family, you can't be unintelligent, but being intelligent isn't enough either. Alas, it's just too difficult.

"Baby, stop thinking about trivial matters."

Jiang Lü raised his hand, tilting the wine cup slightly: "Drink this cup, and tonight I'll take you to find that mountain spirit."

Ziying shook his head and smiled helplessly.

Jiang Lu, you really can't forget that mountain spirit.

........

a few days later.

The First Emperor, who had been busy dealing with memorials all day, suddenly found himself with some leisure time and thought of his sons.

He ordered the Imperial Clan Minister to be summoned to an audience.

He ordered him to send someone to investigate and see how the young masters were doing lately and what they were busy with.

When the First Emperor summoned him, he dared not be negligent.

Soon, the Imperial Clan Minister arrived at Xianyang Palace, looked up at the curtains and beaded screens, and bowed deeply.

"Your Majesty, I pay my respects!"

The First Emperor put down his pen and raised his head.

The emperor's crown jingled above his head, but the First Emperor's voice inside remained completely flat: "Hmm, the Imperial Clan Minister has arrived."

He pointed to a soft couch outside the beaded curtain: "Sit."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Zongzheng responded and walked to the curtain, where he knelt respectfully on the soft couch with his head bowed.

"Tell me," the First Emperor said, narrowing his eyes and looking at the Imperial Clan Minister. "What are my sons doing?"

After a moment of silence, Zong Zheng truthfully reported the facts.

"Your Majesty, after the eldest son, Fusu, was released from confinement, he returned to his residence and has been chatting and reminiscing with his advisors ever since."

"Young Master Gao has been frequently visiting court officials lately."

"As for Gongzi Jianglu, he spends his days in pleasure with Ying, drinking and playing during the day, and searching for mountain spirits with Gongzi Ying at night."

"The other young masters either went out to play and have fun, or they went together to compete in riding and archery, and to climb mountains and look out over water."

Although they were not granted fiefdoms, they were all sons of the emperor.

When they entered the palace, they were given food; when they went out, they were given a carriage; they were given clothes from the imperial treasury; and they were allowed to ride the precious horses from the imperial stables.

Although he had no power or influence, he enjoyed all the world's riches and honors.

With that, Zongzheng has finished speaking.

But after a long silence, he finally raised his head and hesitated before saying, "Your Majesty, Prince Huhai, he..."

"Who told you to mention him?"

A cold voice came, and the First Emperor's gaze fell on the Imperial Clan Head, almost as if it were a physical presence.

The spacious hall suddenly felt incredibly oppressive.

When Zongzheng looked up and met the First Emperor's cold gaze, his whole body went limp and he collapsed to the ground.

Nevertheless, he continued speaking.

"Prince Huhai was demoted to Lingnan, where he was gloomy all day long. He not only became lame in one leg, but also had half of his face disfigured."

He was also imprisoned by Ren Xiao, the Commandant of Nanhai County.

"They shall not travel without permission, nor associate with others, and shall receive the same daily food as the common people."

"Your Majesty."

At this point, Zongzheng pleaded in a low voice.

"Regardless of the circumstances, Huhai is Your Majesty's son, and I dare not ask Your Majesty to pardon him."

"I only ask that he be given some gold and silver so that he can buy a mansion, hire some servants, and live out his life in peace."

The emperor was saddened.

He rubbed his forehead, ignoring Zongzheng, and waved his hand, saying, "Zongzheng, you may leave."

"His Majesty."

"I told you to step down! Didn't you hear me?!"

The First Emperor's roar echoed throughout the entire hall, lingering for a long time.

A bead of cold sweat dripped down Zongzheng's forehead.

After a long pause, he bowed awkwardly and said, "Yes, Your Majesty, I request to take my leave."

After the Imperial Clan Minister left, the First Emperor sat alone in the empty hall and sighed softly.