Chapter 288 Beauty
Han Fei bowed his head and saluted.

“Your Majesty, I am grateful for your kindness, but Zhao Ji is a beautiful woman, and I am not talented enough to accept her.”

Upon hearing this, the King of Qin was slightly stunned, and then burst into laughter.

“Han Fei, you are indeed different.”

“Forget it. Since you don’t want to, I won’t force you.”

He waved his hand, signaling Zhao Ji to leave.

Zhao Ji didn’t say much, but just looked at Han Fei deeply.

That look carried an indescribable emotion, a hint of regret and a hint of despair.

Han Fei’s heart moved slightly, but he quickly suppressed it.

From then on, Han Fei was with the King of Qin almost every day.

Ying Zheng’s attitude towards Han Fei was extremely close, and could even be said to be open-hearted.

The two often had long conversations in a side hall of the Xianyang Palace to discuss the general situation of the world.

Ying Zheng highly respected Han Fei’s talent and even agreed with many of Han Fei’s views.

“Han Fei, you are right. The way to govern a country is not only to strengthen the army, but also to rely on laws.”

“I have long heard of your Han Feizi. What you said in it is exactly the foundation of my governance.”

Han Fei remained humble as always.

“Your Majesty is the real hero. Han Fei only has some experience. How dare I show off my skills in front of an expert?”

Ying Zheng laughed and patted Han Fei on the shoulder.

“Han Fei, there’s no need to be so modest.”

“I have always felt that if I could get your assistance, I would be able to unify the world sooner rather than later.”

Han Fei smiled slightly and did not respond.

At this moment, the best response is silence.

Ying Zheng looked at Han Fei, and the admiration in his eyes became stronger.

“Han Fei, during the time I’ve been with you, I feel like you’re my own brother.”

“If you are willing to stay, I will not let you down.”

Han Fei was touched, but he never gave in.

Although the Qin State was strong, its roots were in the Han State.

He could not betray his country, especially since the King of Han trusted him so much.

A few days later, Han Fei proposed to leave.

“Your Majesty, Han Fei appreciates your kindness, but Han Fei is in Han State and cannot stay for long.”

Ying Zheng was a little surprised, and then asked: “Han Fei, why are you in such a hurry to leave?”

Han Fei hesitated for a moment, and finally said frankly: “Your Majesty, Han Fei is worried that Ji Wuye might rebel while Han Fei is away.”

“If there is civil unrest in South Korea, Han Fei will never be able to forgive himself.”

When Ying Zheng heard this, he was silent for a moment, then he sighed.

“Han Fei, you really care about Korea.”

“I wanted you to stay, but since you have something to hide, I won’t force you.”

“I have always wanted to kill the two brothers Ji Wuye and Ji Wushuang.”

“But if it’s not convenient for you to do it, that’s fine.”

Han Fei was shocked. Ying Zheng’s words were so magnanimous.

He cupped his hands and said, “Your Majesty, Han Fei is grateful to you.”

“As for the heads of Ji Wuye and Ji Wushuang, Han Fei will definitely present them on a chosen day.”

Ying Zheng smiled gently and patted Han Fei on the shoulder.

“Han Fei, you and I are like brothers. I trust you.”

“Although I am reluctant to leave you, I still hope you can take care of yourself.”

At this point, there was actually a glimmer of tears in Ying Zheng’s eyes.

“Brother, I really can’t bear to leave you.”

Han Fei was touched and said quickly, “Your Majesty’s kindness will be remembered in my heart.”

On the day Han Fei left Xianyang, Ying Zheng personally saw him off to the city gate.

On the roadside of Xianyang City, people stopped and watched Han Fei leave.

Han Fei got on the carriage and was about to leave.

Suddenly, a burst of hurried horse hoof sounds came from behind.

Han Fei turned around subconsciously and saw a woman riding a white horse galloping towards him, her long skirt fluttering in the wind, like a fairy descending to earth.

When she came closer, Han Fei could see clearly that the woman was Zhao Ji.

Zhao Ji pulled the reins of her horse and looked straight at Han Fei.

“Master Han Fei…”

Her voice was cold, yet it carried a hint of tenderness.

Han Fei was slightly stunned, wondering why Zhao Ji would chase him out at this time.

Zhao Ji didn’t say much, but just looked at Han Fei deeply, then took out a jade pendant from her sleeve and handed it to him.

“Sir, this jade pendant is a gift from me to you.”

Han Fei took the jade pendant, feeling dazed.

He looked at Zhao Ji, countless thoughts flashed through his mind, but in the end he said nothing.

Zhao Ji turned her head and glanced at Xianyang in the distance, with a faint smile on her lips.

“Sir, take care.”

After saying this, she rode away, getting farther and farther away.

He held the jade pendant in his hand.

Zhao Ji…

What exactly does she mean?
Han Fei sat in the carriage, stroking the jade pendant given by Zhao Ji, and his emotions could not calm down for a long time.

Zhao Ji had just left, but she seemed to have left behind some indelible shadow.

The carriage moved slowly and the city of Xianyang gradually moved away.

Just when Han Fei thought that his trip to Qin State was about to come to an end, a burst of hurried horse hooves suddenly came from the front.

Han Fei lifted the car curtain and looked up.

I saw Ying Zheng riding a tall horse.

With dozens of guards following behind him, he actually caught up with them in person.

“Han Fei!” Ying Zheng shouted loudly from a distance.

Han Fei quickly jumped off the carriage and stood by the road to salute: “Your Majesty, why did you come here in person?”

Ying Zheng dismounted from his horse and strode up to Han Fei.

“Han Fei, I don’t want to be so abrupt, but there is one thing I really can’t refuse.”

Han Fei’s heart tightened, and he quickly asked, “What did your Majesty say?”

Ying Zheng sighed and pointed behind him.

Han Fei followed his gaze and saw Zhao Ji riding a white horse, gently pushing aside the guards and slowly walking out.

She lowered her head, a little shy.

“Han Fei,” Ying Zheng patted Han Fei’s shoulder, somewhat seriously.

“Zhao Ji said that no matter what, she must follow you back to Korea.”

“I tried to persuade her for a long time, but her attitude was very firm.”

“Tell me, what can I do about this?”

After hearing this, Han Fei was completely stunned.

He looked at Zhao Ji, not knowing how to respond for a moment.

Zhao Ji got off the horse, walked slowly to Han Fei, raised her head and looked at him with a hint of stubbornness.

“Master Han Fei, now that we have met, I feel that you are a rare wise leader in the world.”

“Zhao Ji is not talented, but I hope to follow you and help you solve your problems.”

Han Fei’s heart was filled with turmoil.

He never expected that Zhao Ji would make such a request.

Ying Zheng stood aside, raised his eyebrows and looked at Han Fei with a smile.

“Han Fei, you decide.”

“I am reluctant to let Zhao Ji leave, but since she has chosen you, I can only fulfill her wish.”

Han Fei was speechless for a moment. If Zhao Ji really followed him back to Han, it would definitely become a huge hidden danger.

She is a beauty from the State of Zhao, and now she is the symbol of the State of Qin. Her identity means that she cannot be just an ordinary attendant.

But Zhao Ji’s beautiful eyes made Han Fei unable to refuse.

Han Fei was silent for a moment, and finally sighed: “Since your majesty loves you so much, if Han Fei refuses, he will be betraying Zhao Ji’s kindness.”

Ying Zheng laughed and patted Han Fei on the shoulder: “Good! Han Fei, I was right about you.”

Zhao Ji smiled slightly and bowed to Ying Zheng: “Thank you, Your Majesty, for your help.”

Han Fei had no choice but to accept the fact that Zhao Ji would go with him.

The carriage slowly drove into Xinzheng City. Han Fei lifted the curtain and looked at the familiar streets, but his heart was not as relaxed as usual.

Zhao Ji sat in another carriage with her face lightly covered by a veil.

Through the curtains, he quietly watched Han Fei’s back.

Her arrival was a time bomb for Han Fei.

As soon as they entered the mansion, Han Fei took Zhao Ji into the study. After closing the door, he finally asked in a deep voice.

“Miss Zhao Ji, what is your purpose in following me back to Korea?”

Zhao Ji raised her head and said, “Master Han Fei, Zhao Ji has no other purpose.”

“Zhao Ji just admires your magnanimity and is willing to follow you and share your worries.”

Han Fei stared into her eyes, trying to find a flaw in them.

But Zhao Ji’s eyes were calm, without any hypocrisy.

Han Fei sighed: “In that case, you will stay in my house for the time being, but to the outside world, you must call yourself my adopted sister.”

Zhao Ji was slightly stunned, then nodded: “Zhao Ji understands.”

She naturally understood Han Fei’s intention.

Her identity is special. If it were known to outsiders, it would definitely cause an uproar.

Staying with Han Fei as “adopted sister” is the safest way at the moment.

Although Zhao Ji’s arrival was kept secret, the news soon reached Ji Wuye’s ears.

Ji Wuye stood in the study, looking at the secret letter in his hand with a sneer.

“Han Fei actually brought back a woman? And she is the beauty Zhao Ji from the State of Zhao?”

“It seems that Han Fei did not gain nothing from this trip to Qin.”

Ji Wushuang stood aside, with a hint of viciousness: “Brother, this is our chance.”

“If Zhao Ji’s identity is revealed, Han Fei will be unable to defend himself.”

Ji Wuye nodded slowly: “Yes, Zhao Ji’s arrival must be a breakthrough.”

“However, we cannot expose it rashly.”

“We have to wait until Han Fei is at his most proud, and then bring him down in one fell swoop.”

“Just say he’s colluding with the Qin State.”

After all, everyone in the world knew that the King of Qin loved Zhao Ji, so how could he possibly give her to Han Fei to bring back?
Although she called herself Han Fei’s adopted sister, her beauty soon caused quite a stir in Han Fei’s mansion.

Bai Jing looked at Zhao Ji and frowned slightly: “Sir, the identity of this Miss Zhao Ji may cause a lot of trouble.”

Han Fei smiled bitterly: “Bai Jing, how could I not know that?”

“But this matter is a foregone conclusion. If Zhao Ji really has other intentions, I will expose her personally.”

Bai Jing nodded and said nothing more.

Zhao Ji stood in the courtyard, seeming curious about everything.

Han Fei looked at her from afar, but his heart could not calm down.

A few days later, a small incident happened in Han Fei’s mansion.

The servant knocked over Zhao Ji’s teacup due to negligence and knelt on the ground and kowtowed repeatedly to apologize.

Zhao Ji smiled slightly and helped the servant up herself: “It’s just a teacup, why are you so panicked?”

The servant was so grateful that he kept thanking him.

Han Fei stood aside and witnessed this scene, and was slightly shocked.

Zhao Ji’s temperament and skills were indeed different from those of ordinary people.

At the same time, Ji Wuye also began his layout.

He sent out spies to continue to inquire about Zhao Ji’s news.

He couldn’t wait to see Han Fei’s demise.

That night, Zhao Ji took the initiative to find Han Fei.

She stood in the moonlight and said softly, “Sir, you should have known Zhao Ji’s identity for a long time.”

Han Fei looked at her in silence.

Zhao Ji smiled softly: “Zhao Ji knows that her presence will bring trouble to you, Master.”

“But Zhao Ji is willing to use her abilities to help you resolve these troubles.”

Han Fei was slightly stunned: “What are your abilities?”

Zhao Ji was very confident: “My lord, if you are willing to trust Zhao Ji, Zhao Ji can prove that I am not just a burden to you.”

Han Fei looked at her, and suddenly felt a little more expectant.

The arrival of Zhao Ji may indeed be a crisis, but it may also be an opportunity.

The morning light of Xinzheng City shines on the palace walls, but the court is still shrouded in an invisible haze.

Since Han Fei returned from Qin, he has not participated in the morning court.

Ji Wushuang sat in the study, tapping his fingers lightly on the table: “Brother, Han Fei is back, but he has never shown up on his own initiative, and he doesn’t even participate in the morning court.”

“This is not normal.”

Ji Wuye stood by the window, squinted his eyes and looked at Han Fei’s residence in the distance, sneering.

“Abnormal? He came back from Qin State and brought back a woman. This is the biggest abnormality.”

“woman?”

Ji Wushuang raised his eyebrows.

“Brother, do you think… this woman might be a spy sent by the King of Qin?”

Ji Wuye heard this and said: “That’s what I think. We doubted it last time, but now I am even more convinced!”

“Furthermore, after Han Fei returned from Qin, he not only did not report his whereabouts to the King of Han, but he even did not attend the morning court session.”

“His behavior is too arrogant!”

“Brother, what do you mean…”

“Having an affair with the King of Qin?”

Ji Wu smiled and said, “If this crime can be pinned on Han Fei, he will surely die!”

Ji Wuye nodded slowly: “As long as we can convince the King of Han and make him doubt the relationship between Han Fei and the King of Qin, and add some circumstantial evidence, Han Fei’s position will be untenable.”

“Then it will be a great opportunity for us to take over the court!”

“So how should we act?”

“It’s very simple.”

Ji Wuye raised his lips slightly: “We just need to give advice to King Han, point out Han Fei’s unreasonableness, and then have someone spread some rumors, and Han Fei himself will be in trouble.”

At the same time, Han Fei was in the study room of his mansion, flipping through several books he brought back from the State of Qin.

Zhao Ji stood by and quietly poured tea for him.

“Sir, you seem to be very worried these past few days, but is there anything wrong in the court?”

Han Fei put down the book, looked up at Zhao Ji, and a faint smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

“There has always been something wrong in the court, but this time, I vaguely feel that the two brothers Ji Wuye and Ji Wushuang seem to be making moves again.”

“Ji Wuye…” Zhao Ji murmured in a low voice, then looked up and said.

“Sir, do you need Zhao Ji to do anything for you?”

Han Fei shook his head: “You just came to Korea, your identity cannot be exposed yet.”

“That old fox Ji Wuye is staring at me right now. If he knew of your existence, he would probably use you as a breakthrough point immediately.”

Zhao Ji nodded: “Don’t worry, sir, Zhao Ji knows the limits.”

Han Fei smiled slightly: “However, since Ji Wuye has set his sights on me, let him come.”

“That’s great. I also want to see what he’s up to.”

“After all, I will present his head to my sworn brother, King Qin, sooner or later!”

A few days later, Ji Wuye finally seized the opportunity.

At the morning court session, the King of Han sat on a high platform, with all the civil and military officials standing on his left and right.

Han Fei still did not show up, which made the King of Han unhappy.

(End of this chapter)