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In fact, this plan had already taken shape in Luzi's mind. He ultimately hoped that at this moment, Ying Yiren, who was serving as a Proton in Zhao State, would ascend to the future throne of Qin State. Perhaps it was due to that night’s pure Snowflake Chicken Soup, or perhaps Zichu's sorrow touched someone’s fragile nerves. Regardless, the frailty and irresistible desire of Wang Sun deeply moved Luzi.
He possesses the bloodline of the Qin Royal Family! He is a descendant of my Qin Royal Family! For the greater good of the nation, he is willing to remain in Zhao State as a Proton! As the leader of the Qin Royal Family's Retainers, how could I dare to ignore this!?
It wasn't that Luzi didn't want to find an opportunity to request Ying Yiren's return, but he hesitated out of concern whether King Zhao of Qin would approve of this Wang Sun. It was difficult to articulate, and even harder to accomplish. Since ancient times, there has been a saying that a ruler does not make idle promises; if the old man were to dismiss it outright, finding another opportunity to persuade him could take an eternity.
At this moment, the situation was already like an arrow on the string, ready to be released!
After mentally preparing himself, Luzi directly expressed his intention, hoping that King Zhao of Qin would agree to let him go to Zhao State to bring Zichu back home out of affection for Wang Sun. If it weren't for the Crown Prince's mishap, Zichu would naturally be the future King Qin, and this was largely recognized within Qin State. However, if Prince An Guo Ying Zhu were to succeed as the ruler of Qin State, then Ying Zhu's offspring would naturally become the next Crown Prince.
At this point, Luzi clearly had thrown caution to the wind; this bold suggestion had placed him squarely in opposition to Prince An Guo. This matter could be significant or trivial. A careless misstep could cost him his life!
Despite appearing aged in his later years, King Zhao of Qin was still sharp-minded. He understood that Luzi's suggestion was entirely selfless and recognized that it would impact the future of Qin State. A single miscalculation in choosing an incapable successor could directly thwart Qin's dream of unifying the realm.
At this time, public sentiment had already settled; retreating for Qin State might not be a good thing. Advancing could lead to success, while retreating would surely lead to ruin. Once external circumstances matured, another Feudal State might rise again. By then, the declining Qin State would face the risk of being swallowed up.
This is the truth! A reality that cannot be denied simply because someone wishes it away!
After presenting his proposal, Luzi fell silent once more, while King Zhao of Qin above said nothing. The two sat in silence together; it seemed as if even the concept of time had ceased to exist.
King Zhao of Qin thought deeply about many things; he recalled how he ascended to become the ruler of Qin State years ago. When King Wu of Qin died unexpectedly, several brothers fought for the throne. At that time, Qin State was indeed on shaky ground; it would not be an exaggeration to say it was on the brink of collapse.
As Qin State faced a crisis of division, Ying Ji's uncle Wei Ran stepped forward to turn the tide. At that time, there was a marriage alliance with Zhao; relations between the two Royal Families were very close. Secretly leaving the country, Wei Ran sought out Zhao Wuling Wang at that time to persuade him, hoping King Zhao could send troops to suppress the rebellion within Qin State.
Without hesitation, Zhao Wuling Wang immediately dispatched General Zhao of the Zhao Army, consisting of two hundred thousand troops, along with Wei Ran, back to their homeland. In a swift manner, they captured the rebellious princes. Subsequently, they supported Ying Ji to ascend the throne, taking the title King Zhao of Qin.
Turning a page in history serves as a constant reminder for future generations to learn from past mistakes. In the thriving Qin State, one must not tread old paths while wearing new shoes!
Having made up his mind, King Zhao of Qin finally decided to set aside all burdens and continue on his original plan. Although he worried that this might create another Wei Ran with military power in the Qin State, he had reasons to believe that Luzi was certainly not like Wei Ran and the others.
King Zhao of Qin initially allowed Luzi to enter the military realm with the intention of giving him the means to control the Qin Army. The retainers of the Qin Royal Family were numerous but lacked the ability to maintain stability in the Qin State and prevent internal strife. The only solution was to find a trustworthy person to entrust with the nation's crucial matters. Once the royal authority in the Qin State stabilized, military power could be returned to the descendants of the Qin Royal Family.
Was this a gamble on the future of the Qin State? If not, what better idea could be proposed? Trusting someone can sometimes be very simple, yet at other times it can be incredibly difficult.
The outcome that worried Luzi most eventually came to pass, even better than he had initially imagined. King Zhao of Qin not only agreed to his proposal but also asked if Lu Aiqing would be willing to remain in military service from then on. The recent defense of West Fortress City could be considered a classic example of protecting Wei State. It seemed reasonable to promote someone like Left Chancellor within the country.
However, Luzi did not share this view; he believed that having Wang Jian in the military was sufficient. With the conclusion of the Shangdang Campaign and with Fan Ju secretly stirring trouble from a position just below one man above ten thousand, the war god Bai Qi of the Qin Army would surely become a thing of the past.
Naturally, Wang Jian, supported by a prominent family, would replace Bai Qi as the Commander of the Qin Army!
Luzi was well aware of where his abilities fell short compared to Wang Jian's. Rather than arguing over who would be the future commander, it would be better to hand over this heavy burden to Wang Jian now!
Doing so would also avoid suspicion and spare All Day from worrying about him. If there were concerns about leaving an assassin by his side for safety, he could eliminate this Lu demon when necessary for the sake of the Qin State. If that time came, his glorious image would surely be ruined!
Clearly thinking more than anyone else, Luzi directly reported to King Zhao of Qin that having General Wang Jian in command of the Qin Army was sufficient. As for the future endeavors of the Qin State, they resided in his heart and he would strive for them throughout his life!
Hearing this standard answer, King Zhao of Qin felt satisfied and kindly reminded Lu Zijun just how important power truly was. Only when you possess it can you aspire to establish yourself as king without issue!
Luzi raised his hand to wipe the sweat from his forehead, seriously stating that General Wang Jian would never betray the king's trust. As for any rebellious thoughts, he believed there were none in the Qin State.
This answer actually surprised King Zhao of Qin. Years of experience had taught him that he truly had talent. If such important power were given to someone else, he believed he would have trouble sleeping at night. However, he hoped Luzi would be willing to share this power, as it would eventually need to be returned to the heir of the Qin Royal Family.
Lu Ziran completely relaxed, and when King Zhao of Qin reminded him that missing this opportunity would mean regretting it later, he still insisted on not wanting to interfere in the Qin realm.
Having left the king's temporary encampment, Luzi felt completely at ease; the suggestion he had made despite the risk of losing his head could finally be implemented. As the plan unfolded step by step, he believed that royal authority could transition smoothly.
In light of the complex domestic situation at that time, ensuring that the Qin State did not experience a power struggle was paramount. As long as there was no internal strife in the Qin State, the unification efforts could continue! Compared to those positions of power, this was the most important thing!
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