Han Fei's argument also played a deeper role, ultimately leading to Yao Jia being poisoned.
"To undertake a diplomatic mission to the Zhao state, a person of distinguished status should represent Qin. This will better demonstrate that we are seeking an alliance out of necessity. I nominate Lord Changping Mi Qi. In terms of status, he is the Eldest Imperial Son's maternal grandfather; in terms of position, he is a Senior Minister of Qin. It is most fitting for Lord Changping to undertake this mission," Wang Wan stepped forward and proposed loudly.
Obviously, he was also competing with Li Si.
Hearing Wang Wan's words, Ying Zheng grew thoughtful.
Wang Wan and Li Si looked anxiously at Ying Zheng. As ministers of Qin, they knew the court was now clearly under the king's absolute control. If they wanted to remain prosperous, they had to rely on their sovereign. Thus, they only had the power to make suggestions.
