With the perfect conclusion of the first imperial examination, the official system that had been monopolized for thousands of years was broken, and more fresh blood was injected into the court.

Ye Zhang also appeared in front of everyone for the first time. Although most people still didn't know the background of this national master, this did not affect his prestige in the hearts of countless disciples.

As the chief examiner, he has become a guide in the hearts of many candidates. Such an invisible influence is of immeasurable value.

Spring passed and autumn came, and two more years passed by in the blink of an eye. After the country was unified, there were no large-scale wars. Ying Zheng also followed Ye Chang's previous advice and allowed the people to recuperate.

The whole Great Qin is prosperous. Although the bottom class is still poor, at least they have a way to survive.

However, the empire at this time was far from what it had been before, and there was an endless stream of matters that needed to be dealt with. Although Ying Zheng was at the top of his power, his efforts were not comparable to those of ordinary people.

Late at night, Ying Zheng finally finished reviewing the memorials on his desk. Years of overloaded work made him feel a little powerless, and his body seemed not as strong as before.

Now Daqin is in a critical period, but he cannot relax at all. It seems that he must find a way to improve his work efficiency.

Just as he was thinking about this matter, an urgent voice suddenly came from outside the palace: "Urgent report from the border!"

Immediately afterwards, a embarrassed messenger quickly entered the palace, knelt down on one knee, and gasped: "I am reporting to your majesty that one hundred thousand Huns have invaded the border!"

After the words fell, Ying Zheng's expression changed slightly. Ever since the 100,000 Xiongnu main force was annihilated by Li Mu and Ye Zhang together, those foreigners retreated to the depths of the grassland and silently licked their wounds.

More than ten years have passed. Now that their vitality has recovered and the tribes have been unified by Touman, their strength has greatly increased. They want to take the opportunity to invade again. Invasion and arrogance are always the nature of barbarians.

As soon as he thought of this, Ying Zheng snorted coldly: "A mere barbarian would dare to attack our great Qin. What a wishful thinking!"

He would not show any mercy towards the Xiongnu. Even if the Xiongnu really completed the merger, he would not have any fear. Back then, he could defeat the enemy chieftains with the power of one country, not to mention that now the nine states have become one.

Since the barbarians have taken the initiative to invade, this hidden danger must be completely eliminated!

Thinking of this, he shouted softly: "Pass on my order, order Mengtian to lead an army of 300,000 to the border, attack the Xiongnu from the north, and make sure that the Hu people do not dare to step into the territory of Qin again!"

Today's Great Qin Empire is a system of enfeoffments and prefectures and counties coexisting. After the founding of the country, Meng Tian was sent to the northern Xinjiang to guard one side. He can be said to be a real feudal general.

Now that the Xiongnu invaded the pass, they were allowed to lead the troops in battle. What Li Mu could do at the beginning was that he believed that the soldiers of Qin could also do it!

"promise!"

The waiter responded, and then immediately passed on the edict and rushed to the border all the way.

After receiving the imperial edict, Meng Tian from northern Xinjiang did not delay at all. He immediately ordered all his troops and horses to rush to the border to start a fierce battle with more than 100,000 Huns cavalry...

Another few months passed by. Under the leadership of Meng Tian, ​​the 300,000-strong army fought several large-scale battles with the Xiongnu. They divided and surrounded them by luring the enemy in depth, and finally surrounded and annihilated them.

He severely damaged the alien army and captured more than half of the troops. It can be said to be a textbook annihilation battle, quite in the style of Bai Qi, Lord Wu'an.

After the defeat, the Xiongnu leader quickly led the remaining troops to retreat and fled deep into the grassland. He probably would not dare to show up again in a short time.

When Ying Zheng in Xianyang City heard the news, he was very happy, and immediately rewarded him with a large amount of money and canonized him as Jiuyuan Hou!

For a time, the prestige of the Meng family soared to the sky, and it even seemed to be catching up with the Wang family, the number one general in the Qin Dynasty.

At this time, in the Wucheng Marquis Mansion, Wang Li looked a little unnatural after learning about this matter.

Thanks to the influence of his grandfather and father, he was awarded the title of Marquis at the age of more than 20 years old. He can be said to be the only one among the young people in the empire.

But now Meng Tian has also been granted the title of Marquis, and he has accumulated solid military exploits, which can't help but create a strong sense of crisis for him.

Looking at the news from Zhao Gao in his hand, Wang Li's eyes flickered slightly, as if he was thinking about something. It was precisely because the older generation was so outstanding that he couldn't accept the Wang family being surpassed.

At this moment, a calm and peaceful voice sounded from my ears: "Li'er."

As soon as he finished speaking, he saw the figure of a strong old man emerging from the side.

Hearing the voice, Wang Li came back to his senses in an instant. When he saw the visitor, he immediately showed joy. He immediately stood up and bowed his hands respectfully: "Meet my grandfather!"

The person who came was none other than Wang Jian. Since he was canonized as Grand Master a few years ago, he had relinquished all military power and no longer interfered with the affairs of the court. In the past two years, he had no idea where to go and was almost invisible.

To the figure.

He was seen sitting on the main seat, looking at his grandson in front of him and saying, "Are you related to Zhao Gao?"

Wang Li respectfully replied: "It's just acquaintance, not familiarity."

"Zhao Gao wants to win over you?"

Wang Jian's eyes flashed, and he spoke sharply.

After hearing this, Wang Li's expression changed, and he immediately replied: "My grandson thinks that there is some truth in what Zhao Gao said, and for the sake of the prosperity of the Wang family, maybe..."

However, before he finished speaking, Wang Jian shouted in a deep voice: "Stupid!"

After scolding, Wang Jian said with a slightly gloomy face: "Do you know why my Wang family is able to enjoy the honor of the three nobles of this family?"

Wang Li lowered his head and said, "I would also like to ask my grandfather for advice."

Wang Jian looked at the former and sighed softly: "The key to the Wang family being able to enjoy such an honor lies in the word stability. It is better to be still than to move, and it is better to do less than to do more.

Today's Great Qin seems to be peaceful, but in reality there are turbulent undercurrents. If we are not careful, we will be in catastrophe. Especially for us, we must be cautious in our words and deeds.

Sometimes, it is better to give up benefits and take a step back than to take a step forward.

Maybe if you take one more step, you will face a cliff. You must keep this in mind at all times. Don't think about being in the limelight, let alone act recklessly."

Wang Li heard this and said: "My grandson, remember your teachings!"

Wang Jian stroked his beard and continued: "Also, Zhao Gao is too scheming. You should try not to get involved with him again in the future."

"promise."

Wang Li had no choice but to respectfully agree, not daring to disobey in the slightest.

Wang Jian looked at the other party and couldn't help but sigh in his heart. His grandson was still too young and energetic, and he was not safe enough to do things.
Chapter completed!