Prime Minister Lü Buwei of Qin -- A Long Historical Novel

Author: Jin Hai
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: In the late Warring States period, the wealthy merchant Shang Buwei traveled through various states, witnessing frequent wars and the suffering of the people. He resolved to unify the realm and achieve prosperity for the nation. On his way to Handan, he met a Zhao princess and formed a deep bond with her, considering each other as kindred spirits. Later, he encountered the prince of Qin held in Handan, Zichu, and believed this man to be the one who could help him realize his ambitions. Through his strategic planning, Zichu, who had initially no hope of succession, became the heir to the throne. Soon after, Zichu took a liking to the Zhao princess. To prevent the ruin of the already underway endeavor, Lü Buwei reluctantly gave her up. At this point, she was two months pregnant. With lofty ideals or the hope of realizing them through their son in mind, the two decided to make sacrifices for their vision. Later, Lü Buwei became the Prime Minister and helped Qin complete its strategic shift from hegemony to empire. When Ying Zheng ascended the throne, Lü Buwei was dismissed from his position and left Xianyang. Eventually, he returned to the Qin palace in a unique way, quietly passing away in the presence of his beloved and his son.