Chapter 80: The Plague Reappears (3)
" This is ridiculous. Even if we know that such a person exists, we can't find out who it is with the strength of our Great Zhao."
"Who on earth has such great ability?"
"Now that I think about it, this is probably beyond our imagination. Can we really stop them with the power of Zhao alone?"
The ministers discussed the matter and had different opinions and analyses. Zhao Ziheng was very happy with such discussions with different viewpoints. Not only could he hear different views, but he could also listen to more suggestions for future considerations. The most gratifying thing was that he had these ministers who were independent-minded, thoughtful, and good at thinking!
"With the current strength of our Zhao State, it shouldn't be a problem, but the point is, we don't know who the enemy is. The situation where the enemy is in the dark and we are in the light is not very favorable for us."
"That's right. Our Zhao army is invincible. Nothing can stop us. The only difference is that we don't know the details of the enemy this time. Otherwise, we would have defeated them long ago without waiting until now."
One person spoke and everyone agreed. As ministers of the State of Zhao, they all had absolute confidence in the current national strength. The power of the State has not only fully recovered but has become even stronger. This is of course all because the State of Zhao has a wise and brave monarch, Zhao Ziheng. Since Zhao Ziheng succeeded to the throne and led his troops to conquer the east and the west, he has never been defeated. Even if the Zhao army is in an unfavorable situation, they can win because of Zhao Ziheng's strategy. That's why Zhao Ziheng has the title of 'wise general as good as a ghost'. He is superior to others in terms of martial arts and wisdom. It seems that Zhao Ziheng was born to be a king!
Zhao Ziheng did not say anything while watching the officials making a fuss. Although everyone was making a fuss, there were some exceptions. For example, besides those who did not like to make a fuss, there were also some special ones, such as...
"Everyone be quiet."
After discovering the special existence, Zhao Ziheng spoke with anticipation, and as soon as the voice was uttered, the situation calmed down instantly.
"Zheng Taishi."
"I am here."
"What do you think of this?"
There were very few people who were personally called by Zhao Ziheng to speak, and this time the one who was called was someone who was obviously younger than the other ministers? Judging from his age, he should be about the same age as Zhao Ziheng. This minister was the newly promoted Grand Historian Zheng Zhongming, and he was also one of the few people who did not join in the fun and did not like to make trouble.
"this--"
"You can speak frankly."
Zhao Ziheng specifically called out Zheng Zhongming's name because he realized that he had something to say. Although Zheng Zhongming immediately became the focus of everyone after being called out, he did not lose his composure and was just a little hesitant.
"Yes, then I will say it directly. I think that now is not the time to worry about these things. Right now we should focus on discussing the resurgence of the plague. The epidemic should have been under control with the help of Lord Wang and our Zhao State. Why did it suddenly resurge? I think this matter should not be ignored."
Wang Xu, Academician Lin and some important officials smiled faintly at Zheng Zhongming's speech. Zhao Ziheng had the same feeling in his heart, but did not show it.
"Oh? So what you mean?"
"Please forgive me for being so presumptuous, but I think this may have some connection with Weicheng of Zhou State."
After hearing Zheng Zhongming's words, Zhao Ziheng fell silent, and the entire imperial study was also silent. Zheng Zhongming, as the spokesperson, lowered his head slightly, not daring to look up at Zhao Ziheng casually. He did not regret his speech, but people all feel the same when waiting for others' replies, with a sense of uneasiness.
A moment later.
"So how many people agree with what Zheng Taishi said?"
When Zhao Ziheng spoke again, he actually sought the opinions of the ministers first. Without any premise, the ministers seemed very cautious. After a long while, the results showed that the majority agreed with Zheng Zhongming. Wang Xu and Grand Secretary Lin did not participate. If these two important people participated, the result would of course be obvious. In order to give others room for their own judgment and choice, Wang Xu, Grand Secretary Lin and several other important ministers would not participate in such occasions.
"I understand. I will also tell you what I think. It is true that I just came back from Weicheng and I know the situation very well. However, I think the reappearance of the plague in many countries has nothing to do with this."
As soon as Zhao Ziheng's words came out, those who agreed with Zheng Zhongming lowered their heads , as if they had done something wrong. Zheng Zhongming did the same. The others who did not support him seemed a little happy?
