Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield

Chapter 599: Chapter 246: Promoted Two Ranks! Titled Lord? Court in Shock! Ying Zheng’s Triumph! ”Outstanding military achievements, establishing unprecedented merits.” ”Deserves a generous reward.” ”Issue my royal edict.” ”Promote Zhao Feng by two ranks and grant him the title of Marquis Within the Passes.” ”Award him lands corresponding to his rank, grant him five hundred trusted aides, a total of three thousand in his personal retinue.” ”Award ten thousand pieces of gold, grant one hundred thousand coins, bestow a thousand bolts of fine cloth, a thousand pieces of jade artifacts, and a thousand servants.” ”Moreover,” ”Zhao Feng, flourishing in martial virtue, is acclaimed throughout the land as our Qin War God.” ”Now,” ”I bestow upon Zhao Feng the title of Martial Lord, henceforth known as [Lord Wu’an].” ”His personal retinue shall be named [Wu’an Personal Guards].” Ying Zheng announced with authority.

Upon hearing this statement, those like Wang Wan, who were initially quite pleased in their hearts, were now startled. ”How can the Great King bestow a lordship directly upon Zhao Feng this time?” ”Lord Wu’an,” ”That is indeed a true title of nobility.” ”By conferring the title of Martial Lord, Zhao Feng’s prestige will reach its pinnacle.” ”Though not yet Grand Commandant, with this noble title, Zhao Feng’s promotion to Grand Commandant is inevitable.” ”As long as Zhao Feng exists, others have no chance to become Grand Commandant.” ”The Great King, this time, has truly executed a brilliant strategy.”

Wang Wan looked in panic.

Even he, this old fox, did not foresee Ying Zheng taking this move.

Directly bypassing the Grand Commandant, bestowing upon Zhao Feng the title of Martial Lord.

Such rewards seemed even greater than the position of Grand Commandant.

But now the royal edict was established.

Wang Wan wanted to stop it but had no reason, and at this moment felt as if he had eaten something dreadful.

Intending to prevent Zhao Feng’s promotion to Grand Commandant, unexpectedly allowing Zhao Feng to gain a noble title, becoming the true number one in the court.

One must know, since Bai Qi, there has been no other noble title bestowed upon outsiders in the court.

This time Zhao Feng set a new precedent again.

Lord Wu’an!

As Martial Lord.

If thinking of Bai Qi, perhaps one would feel this noble title represents Bai Qi.

But in truth, not only in Qin, among the various states of Shenzhou, there is a tradition of conferring martial lordships.

Li Mu of Zhao state.

He was also conferred the title of Martial Lord.

Besides Li Mu, there were many others.

But truly notable, able to be remembered by history, there was only Bai Qi.

He seemed to represent the presence of Lord Wu’an. ”The Great King is wise.”

Wang Jian immediately stepped forward, loudly congratulating.

Han Fei and Li Si exchanged glances.

The brothers, as if having a common interest, stood up together, loudly saying: ”The Great King is wise.”

Yu Liao also stepped forward in agreement at this moment.

Instantly, the entire court rang with voices of agreement. ”Wang Wan, you old fox.” ”You hinder my advancement of Feng’er to Grand Commandant.” ”Then I directly bestow Feng’er a noble title.” Ying Zheng was also laughing heartily in his heart at this moment.

What Ying Zheng thought, was that before unifying the world, before recognizing his son, he should seal Zhao Feng’s power to the utmost, allowing him to have enough authority to dominate the entire court.

Now,

Ying Zheng had completed a crucial step.

The next step, would be Zhao Feng’s promotion to Grand Commandant.

The foremost of military commanders.

The pinnacle of military command.

The undisputed number one among military officials. ”Regarding the rewards for Zhao Feng,” ”it shall be officially announced upon his return to the capital.” ”Ren Xiao,” ”When does Zhao Feng say he will return to the capital?” Ying Zheng asked Ren Xiao. ”Report to the Great King.” ”The Senior General says that after handling matters in Xiangping, he will first lead his sister to Shaqiu to pay respects to his mother.” ”After paying respects, he will return to Xianyang.” Ren Xiao respectfully replied.

Ying Zheng nodded: ”Very well, I am aware of it now.” ”This time, when he led the army into the Northern Frontier, creating such a commotion, his mother must have been frightened as well.”

Knowing Zhao Feng wants to return to Shaqiu first,

Ying Zheng instead breathed a sigh of relief.

The news of Zhao Feng leading ten thousand cavalry deep into the Northern Frontier’s foreign tribes’ territory had already spread, how could his Efang not be aware?

Surely living in constant anxiety.

Though Ying Zheng wished to comfort, there was no opportunity at all.

His thoughts returned. ”Great King,” ”The Senior General requests double compensation for the sharp warriors who died fighting the foreign tribes.” ”I believe it should be agreed to, to inspire the entire army.” ”Moreover,” ”those soldiers who died fighting the foreign tribes should receive the same compensation.” Yu Liao loudly proposed. ”How could I not agree to this proposal?” Ying Zheng smiled, then looked at Yu Liao and said: ”Yu Qing, personally handle this matter, make sure these soldiers who expeditioned against the foreign tribes are not disheartened.” ”I accept the edict.” Yu Liao immediately responded.

The court deliberations continued.

Although delayed by Zhao Feng, the following deliberations naturally focused on the governance of the Land of Yan.

With the fall of the Yan state, there were many tasks Qin needed to perform.

Governance.

Appeasement.

Disposition of soldiers.

Compensation arrangements.

These were of utmost importance.

After the court session ended. ”Senior General, congratulations.” ”Now that Zhao Feng, the Senior General, has been named as Martial Lord, it deserves celebration.” ”Indeed.” ”As Martial Lord, it is something unseen in our court for many years.” ”Now, Zhao Feng, the Senior General, has become unquestionably the foremost military official.” ”Congratulations...”

Numerous ministers who were on good terms with Wang Jian came forward to congratulate. ”Gentlemen, you are too kind.” ”Tomorrow.” ”Yes, tomorrow, at the Immortals’ Liquor House.” ”Lord Wang invites all of you gentlemen.” Wang Jian, with a cheerful smile, cupped his hands towards the ministers before him.

The atmosphere was one of familiarity.

At this moment!

Wang Jian glanced out of the corner of his eye.

Immediately, he saw Wang Wan’s gloomy expression.

Wang Jian certainly would not miss such a good opportunity, immediately stepping forward, smiling as he said: ”Thanks to Prime Minister Wang for speaking out, otherwise my son-in-law Zhao Feng wouldn’t have had the chance to be titled as Martial Lord.” ”Once Zhao Feng returns, I will surely have him express his gratitude.” ”Of course.” ”And remember to remind Chunyu Yue, that pedantic Confucian, to remember to apologize personally, otherwise, I will petition the Great King.”

After saying this,

Wang Jian, not caring about Wang Wan’s unsightly expression, laughed heartily and left with a flick of his hand. ... ” ”