Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield

Chapter 690: Chapter 280: Xianyang’s Welcome! Return to the Capital! (2)

”The Wu’an Military Camp returns to Guiyun Middle City, Lord Wu’an and Shangjiangjun Huan Yi return to the capital to receive their titles.”

Ren Xiao declared loudly.

”I accept the edict.”

Zhao Feng and Huan Yi both bowed deeply and immediately accepted the edict.

”Lord Wu’an.”

”The Great King specifically mentioned you.”

”You must not linger any longer in Chu Territory.” Ren Xiao said with a smile.

”All matters in Chu Territory are settled. I have nothing left to delay here.” Zhao Feng replied with a smile.

”The Great King fears you might, as when you conquered Yan, directly lead the army straight into the Northern Frontier.” Ren Xiao said helplessly.

Upon hearing this,

Zhao Feng’s expression also revealed a trace of helplessness.

”Lord Wu’an.”

”It seems the Great King is still too worried about you.”

”That’s why he sent Commander Ren Xiao personally to persuade Lord Wu’an to return to the capital.” Huan Yi remarked with a smile.

”Back then, it was the blood of foreign tribes that washed over our Huaxia People. As a member of Huaxia, I, Zhao Feng, was duty-bound to lead the army in retaliation. There has been no foreign invasion here in Chu Territory.” Zhao Feng answered with a smile.

”Lord Wu’an speaks well.”

”Then I need not return ahead of time to report.” Ren Xiao also replied with a laugh.

”Actually.”

”I truly had some thoughts.”

”Now that Chu State is extinguished and Shenzhou only has Qi State left, my wish is to annihilate Qi State in one bold sweep, thus achieving reunification.” Zhao Feng said with some emotion.

”Your Majesty.”

”If you could think so, the Great King surely has the same idea.”

”Yet this time, we have just destroyed Chu, and Chu State’s territory is vast. This campaign lasted a whole year, and Qin’s grain and funds were consumed greatly. Moreover, winter is coming soon, and Qi, located in the Northern Frontier, will not be easy to attack.”

”At the very least, it must be after winter.” Huan Yi replied, smiling.

”I naturally understand, so I have restrained my intentions.” Zhao Feng smiled.

Of course,

If it were Zhao Feng,

He would not wait.

He would personally lead this cavalry straight to Qi State’s border, threatening them.

In history, Qi State surrendered without a fight.

With Qin’s current might, it is enough to intimidate them, enough to make them fear, and eventually surrender without a battle.

But now King of Qin is not in a hurry, and the conquest of Chu State deployed the forces of two great camps, which indeed exhausted much grain.

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Time flew by!

In the blink of an eye, more than twenty days passed.

Outside Xianyang City.

The current Left Minister Han Fei personally waited by the city gate.

Not just Han Fei.

Outside the city, countless Xianyang citizens gathered; within the city, along both sides of the official road, the crowds assembled to watch the spectacle.

” Wang Da, why are you here too?”

”It’s almost winter, so cold, and you’ve always been frail—yet you still came?”

”Nonsense.”

”Though my body is weak, today marks the triumphant return of Lord Wu’an—it is a day of great joy, how could I not come to see?”

”Indeed, Lord Wu’an is truly a hero of Qin.”

”I heard that this time fighting Chu State was exceptionally difficult, but after Lord Wu’an took command, such a vast Chu State was destroyed by Qin within a year—all thanks to Lord Wu’an’s command.”

”Lord Wu’an, Qin’s undisputed War God.”

”Lord Wu’an is a rare genius, only twenty-four when first awarded the title Martial Lord, and now, returning after conquering Chu, barely twenty-six!”

”Every time Lord Wu’an returns triumphant, I am here to greet him. Once, when Lord Wu’an was still the main general, I saw him. They say, this time, Lord Wu’an returns to the capital, the Great King will elevate him as Grand Commandant, granting him control of Qin’s military powers.”

”Any reward to Lord Wu’an is deserved—by his military exploits, for his merits for the state, all of it is warranted. Looking across Qin, only Lord Wu’an has such qualifications.”

”Indeed.”

”When Qin finally unites the realm, if the Great King appoints princes, Lord Wu’an surely will have a title.”

”Yes, Lord Wu’an’s future as a prince is well-deserved.”

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Zhao Feng had yet to arrive, but inside and outside Xianyang City, the people were already heatedly discussing.

In sum, they debated Zhao Feng’s military exploits and his future position.

It can be said,

Zhao Feng’s prestige among the Old Qin People is tremendous.

Old Qin People,

revere martial strength.

And Zhao Feng is the very symbol of martial strength.

At this moment!

”Look!”

”Lord Wu’an’s carriage is coming!”

”Drawn by six horses!” a voice rang out outside the city.

All the crowd’s eyes turned, standing on tiptoe, craning their necks with anticipation.

Under the gaze of countless citizens,

Zhao Feng’s carriage gradually approached Xianyang.

Behind Zhao Feng’s carriage was another drawn by six horses—certainly belonging to Huan Yi.

The two Shangjiangjun’s trusted aides, thousands strong, escorted them home.

Very soon,

The carriage arrived.

Standing at the city gate all along, Han Fei was moved, smiling gently: ”Welcome Lord Wu’an and Shangjiangjun Huan Yi back in triumph. By command of the Great King, Han Fei is here to greet you.”

At the call,

Zhao Feng lifted the curtain and stepped out of the carriage.

Huan Yi followed right behind.

”Didn’t expect Chancellor Han would personally greet us—this is truly the Great King’s favor!” Zhao Feng joked as soon as he saw Han Fei.

”Nothing else to do.”

”How can I not, since you are Qin’s great hero? The Great King even wanted to come himself.” Han Fei answered with a laugh.

”Enough.”

”No need to waste time—let’s enter the hall and have an audience.”

”I am also waiting to return home and reunite with family.” Zhao Feng said with a smile.

”Before you go, you should greet the citizens who have awaited your triumphant return.” Han Fei said, smiling.

Upon hearing this!

Zhao Feng glanced around at the Xianyang citizens gazing at him with reverence and anticipation; his heart was touched.

Then,

He jumped onto the carriage.

”People of Xianyang City, as winter draws near, Zhao Feng shamelessly lets you all wait here for me.”

Zhao Feng said loudly, then clasped his hands and bowed to all the citizens waiting.

Seeing Zhao Feng’s gesture,

The people were beside themselves with excitement.

”Lord Wu’an truly has a child’s pure heart!”

”We common folk have received his courtesy!”

”Lord Wu’an’s virtue is noble—there is no arrogance at all.”

”Lord Wu’an deserves his position; I am convinced.”

”Lord Wu’an is too courteous; we cannot bear such respect from you.”

”You are the hero of Qin; to wait here for you is our honor.”

”Yes...”

Countless people were moved and in awe at Zhao Feng’s courtesy.

Zhao Feng, as Martial Lord, was also Shangjiangjun, soon to be Grand Commandant—an undisputed pillar of the state.

With such status, yet he paid respect to them—commoners. What immense character and magnanimity!

”Fellow countrymen.”

”The Great King awaits me in court; Zhao Feng cannot linger—my apologies.”

Zhao Feng smiled gently, clasping hands again towards all his fellow countrymen.

All around, voices echoed in agreement.

Under the gaze of the city folk,

The carriage started again.

Zhao Feng did not enter right away, but waved to the crowds along the road.

”Lord Wu’an’s fame in Qin is truly unmatched!”

Seeing this scene,

Huan Yi’s face also bore a touch of emotion.

As Zhao Feng’s trusted aides, they were full of pride at this moment.

For the honor of tens of thousands in Xianyang welcoming their master, belonged to him.

Morning Discussion Hall!

Zhao Feng and Huan Yi entered the hall one after the other.

”Your subject greets the Great King.”

The two bowed deeply before Ying Zheng seated upon his throne.

Up high,

Watching Zhao Feng return unharmed, his face showed a cheerful smile.

”Good!”

”Lord Wu’an!”

”Your exploits in the conquest of Chu State—I, though far away in Xianyang, know all of them.”

”You are truly worthy of Qin’s War God.”

”With you, I am blessed.” Ying Zheng laughed loudly.

”Thank you for your praise, Great King.”

”This time, achieving the destruction of Chu was only possible thanks to the forces of Wu’an and Hangu’s two camps of elite soldiers—it was not by my efforts alone.” Zhao Feng replied with genuine humility.

He would never claim all the credit for himself, but remained tactful and thoughtful.

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