As we all know, after a dynasty gets a good development, a large number of people will benefit from it, for example, many people in various dynasties, when the country is strong and developed, their lives have become richer and more stable, and their lives have become better and better; of course, some people will suffer because of this, just like those founding heroes, or some elders of several dynasties who have made great achievements, if these people do not have the open-mindedness and foresight of "success and retirement". These people will suffer a more miserable end.
The actions of the Meritorious Lord, whether in the past or at present, are things that cannot be tolerated by those in power, and under normal circumstances, for such people, those in high positions will find ways to get rid of them, whether out of suspicion of these people or because of jealousy of them. The superiors feared these courtiers, and their subordinates, as they became more and more powerful, threatened their positions, sat in their seats, and caused themselves to fall from high places and be replaced by these high-ranking masters. Many people were brutally murdered after handing over their rights to the incumbents as a sign of loyalty, such as Han Xin, Meng Yi, and others.
Some, after helping their own monarchs establish their country, have chosen to live in seclusion. For example: Fan Li, Zhang Liang. They all chose to retire from success. And I want to talk to you today. Originally, he was also a meritorious minister of the founding of the country, and he was also afraid of the lord of high merit, so he wanted to obediently resign, but as a result, the emperor said: You don't have to go, I don't dare to kill you. This person is Wang Qi. Speaking of this character, I believe many people are still very familiar with it, after all, this person is also a famous general in the Warring States period. Speaking of this person, when he was very young, he helped the township to defend against thieves, and later when He was privately visited by Yingzheng Weifu, he was discovered. At this time, King Yingzheng of Qin was not sure whether he could entrust him with a heavy responsibility in the end. But out of curiosity, he was taken under his command.
In order to be able to make a difference after becoming a soldier, he began to study some military laws and read some books on the military, and later through his own efforts, he began to lead the army to fight in some places, and helped the King of Qin occupy the territory of many places. Because of his own merits, he helped the King of Qin win many victories, and the achievements he achieved were relatively high, so that all the people appreciated him and constantly praised him. When he led the troops to prepare to return to the imperial court to receive the reward, he actually took the initiative to hand over his rights to the King of Qin, preparing to resign his official position and live a secluded life with his family, many people were particularly surprised by his move, and did not understand what would make him do this.
In fact, Wang Qi knew the calm before the storm came! However, Qin Shi Huang never agreed, but bitterly begged Wang Qi not to leave, and later out of helplessness Wang Zhai said his worries, Qin Shi Huang could not help but burst into tears, touched by his heart as a courtier!
Because the King of Qin had great trust in his ruling country and subjects. The military power was in his hands, and he was not worried that Wang Qi would seek power and usurp the throne. However, Wang Qi was still wise. We must consider the current situation, because if those who were killed were as enlightened as he was, they would not end up in pain. What was surprising was that the King of Qin did not let Wang Qi leave, and said to him, "What you are worried about will not happen." Wang Qi was shocked to hear this. He was busy thanking the Emperor for his grace. As a result, he is one of the few people who have made a significant contribution to history and have been able to live up to old age.