Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield - Chapter 716 Chapter 293: Achievements for the Ages! Proclaiming the First Emperor! Zhao Feng Volunteers! (Part 2)
Chapter 716 Chapter 293: Achievements for the Ages! Proclaiming the First Emperor! Zhao Feng Volunteers! (Part 2)
Ying Zheng slowly uttered a word.
“I am the first Emperor of all ages, and the title of Emperor should naturally be pioneered by me.”
“From now on.”
“This pronoun ‘Zhen’ shall be my self-reference.”
“I, Emperor of Qin.”
“I, ruler of the Qin world.”
Ying Zheng announced with incomparable authority.
“Indeed.”
“The appearance of my imperial title originates from Emperor Qin Shi Huang.”
“Its name, extending from mine, the title ‘Zhen’, dominates the world.” Zhao Feng’s heart carried a trace of excitement.
Unconsciously.
Once merely reading history in textbooks, now he had completely become a part of history, the Qin extinguished the Six States, and Zhao Feng had participated in each one, even in the appearance of this Holy Decree and the creation of the title ‘Zhen’, he had been involved.
“Reporting to the First Emperor.”
“The unification of the world, an achievement of unparalleled magnitude, unprecedented.”
“The First Emperor’s merit should be presented to Heaven, to let Heaven know of the First Emperor’s accomplishments.”
“This merit, now to the highest mountain in Shenzhou, to the pinnacle of Mount Tai.”
“Climb Mount Tai, sacrifice to Heaven, at the ceremony of sealing and offering atop Mount Tai.”
Han Fei stood up and loudly reported.
“Mount Tai ceremony.”
“This history has indeed become peculiar; historically this Mount Tai ceremony seemed to be proposed by great Confucians and Confucian scholars of the Qin court, yet now it has turned into Han Fei, a figure of the Legalists.”
Sitting at the chief position of the military officials, Zhao Feng inwardly smiled.
Historically.
Han Fei had long died in prison, harmed by his friend Li Si.
Yet, due to his presence, he had directly enlightened Han Fei, allowing him to serve in Qin, and even become the Prime Minister of Qin.
This deviation was remarkable indeed.
“Mount Tai ceremony, sacrifice to Heaven, let Heaven also know of my accomplishments!”
Upon hearing Han Fei’s words.
Saying no more.
Ying Zheng was also moved.
And in Ying Zheng’s heart, at this moment he thought: “When performing the ceremony at Mount Tai, when sacrificing to Heaven and Earth, take along Efang, take along Feng’er siblings, directly announce their identities atop Mount Tai, directly confer Queen and Crown Prince, directly implement.”
Having thought of this.
Ying Zheng immediately said: “Mount Tai ceremony, sacrificing to Heaven and ritual offering, I, indeed have some interest.”
“This matter shall be overseen by Chancellor Han.”
“I give Chancellor Han two months to open the route to Mount Tai, to establish the place for offering sacrifices at Mount Tai.”
“Military forces from Qi Land, all necessary military supplies from Qi Land, I shall provide them all.”
“I want Heaven, and all the immortals above, to know of my accomplishments.” Ying Zheng declared with a commanding voice.
“I shall not fail the royal decree.” Han Fei gladly accepted the command.
“Reporting to the First Emperor.”
“I have another matter to report.”
Zhao Feng once again bowed with clasped hands.
“What else does Lord Wu’an wish to address?” Ying Zheng smiled.
“Now that Qi is perished, the world seems settled, but in essence, undercurrents abound.”
“In the Northern Frontier, there are the Xiongnu, Donghu and other foreign tribes eyeing fiercely.”
“In the south, the Baiyue frequently cross borders to harass, killing Qin civilians.”
“After the Mount Tai ceremony, I request permission to campaign against Baiyue, to reclaim this land originally belonging to Shenzhou, allowing millions of Chiyou clanspeople, who are kin to Huaxia, to return to Qin.”
“Additionally, for the stability of Baiyue, after pacifying Baiyue, I am willing to guard Baiyue, ensuring that the Southern Border of Qin remains stable.”
Zhao Feng stood up, firmly requesting command.
An earnest expression, without any hint of jest.
Upon hearing this.
Many ministers in the court were exceptionally astonished, looking towards Zhao Feng.
Seemingly a bit unbelievable.
Even standing below the steps, Fusu and Hu Hai had equally startled expressions.
What authority does Zhao Feng hold now?
He is none other than the Grand Commandant of Qin, holding the military power of Qin.
Truly a figure beneath one alone yet above all others.
A person of such stature, with such power, actually requests to guard Baiyue?
This is nothing short of self-deprecation.
However.
Han Fei, Li Si, at this moment, were quite calm, for they already knew Zhao Feng’s identity, and previously in Zhangtai Palace, the First Emperor had also mentioned to them about Zhao Feng’s request to guard Baiyue.
“Lord Feng, oh Lord Feng, you truly are overthinking.”
“Not to mention the First Emperor’s ambition and prowess, would such a crucial minister be sent to guard the desolate land of Baiyue, moreover you are the Eldest Imperial Son, the future Crown Prince of Qin, how would the First Emperor allow you to wander in such barren territory.”
“Your thoughts are indeed incorrect.”
“All of this has amused the First Emperor greatly.”
Some of the informed ministers remained outwardly calm, but inwardly they all laughed.
“Zhao Feng actually requested to be stationed in Baiyue, hehe, he is indeed a clever man. Now that the world is unified, there’s no longer any place for martial commanders. By demoting himself to Baiyue, although it is far from the bustling capital, he can at least protect himself.”
“This move, it’s excellent.”
“Now the achievements of the martial commanders are already complete, and next it’s the turn for civil officials to govern. Moreover, even if the First Emperor tries to delay it, the position of the Crown Prince must be established.”
Seeing Zhao Feng demote himself to Baiyue, Huai Zhuang inwardly laughed.
He naturally understood Zhao Feng’s purpose: self-demotion to avoid court disputes.
This is Zhao Feng’s act of feigned weakness!
“Baiyue is merely a minor ailment, it can never contend with Qin.”
“As for the land of Baiyue, there’s no need for the esteemed Grand Commandant of Qin to personally defend it.”
“So Lord Wu’an need not think too much.” Ying Zheng gave a faint smile.
Upon hearing this.
Zhao Feng became anxious: “Emperor Qin Shi Huang, last time you clearly agreed.”
Seeing Zhao Feng’s anxious appearance.
Ying Zheng feigned ignorance: “When did I agree? How do I not know this?”
He looked genuinely bewildered, as if he wasn’t pretending.
Upon witnessing this scene.
“Damn.”
“Emperor Qin Shi Huang is playing me.”
Zhao Feng cursed internally.
That day at Zhangtai Palace, Ying Zheng clearly promised, but now he refuses to acknowledge it. Zhao Feng was infuriated.
Guarding Baiyue, secretly developing there—it was one of his future goals to sweep across the world.
The historical Zhao Tuo had already died.
Naturally, Zhao Feng intended to take advantage of the situation, seize the land of Baiyue, and establish a strong foundation to conquer the world in the future!
“You brat, how cunningly you’ve thought this out.”
“Guarding Baiyue, developing there, watching your father die.”
“Then sweeping across the world.”
“If your mother hadn’t spoken, I might have really been fooled by you.”
And inwardly, Ying Zheng was also cursing with displeasure.
His own son was truly unfilial!
He was actually waiting for his own father to die.
“Petitioning the First Emperor.”
“The Grand Commandant is concerned for the world.”
“Although Baiyue is only a minor ailment, over time it will inevitably cause harm to Qin.”
“If the Grand Commandant were to personally guard it, he would surely achieve considerable merit.”
At this moment, Chunyu Yue couldn’t help but step forward and loudly declared his opinion.
Upon hearing this.
There really was someone daring enough to echo this sentiment, and Ying Zheng’s expression immediately darkened.
“Chunyu Yue, you truly are a good man.”
Zhao Feng was delighted, looking at Chunyu Yue with great satisfaction.
“This fool.”
At this moment, Huai Zhuang was internally cursing.
Although he too wished for Zhao Feng to go to Baiyue, he was a Grand Commandant with high status and authority, controlling the military forces. Even if he wished this in his heart, he shouldn’t have spoken it aloud!
“This matter.”
“I do not permit it.”
“Baiyue is trivial, a mere general is sufficient to guard it.”
“Allowing Qin’s Grand Commandant to personally guard it would be ludicrous.”
“Lord Wu’an.”
“Abandon such thoughts.” Ying Zheng spoke coldly at this moment.
Of course.
This was not directed at Zhao Feng, but at Chunyu Yue with cold disdain.
Upon hearing this.
The little expectation Zhao Feng had vanished in an instant.
Emperor Qin Shi Huang had already spoken this plainly; what else could Zhao Feng say?
Would he openly defy the court?
He could only retreat dejectedly.
“Petitioning the First Emperor.”
“Now the world is unified.”
“It is a time of great celebration.”
“I believe, at such a grand celebration, joy should be compounded, celebrations multiplied.”
“I propose.”
“The position of Crown Prince should be discussed and established to secure the state foundation.”
At this moment, Chunyu Yue had already stood up, deciding to take the plunge and loudly declared his proposal.
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