Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield

Chapter 718  Chapter 294: Ying Zheng—The Crown Prince Is Decided! I Have Found My Eldest Son! (Part 2)

”The future of Qin, two generations of mighty rulers.”

”It cannot be changed.”

”I must be sure to curry favor with the new Crown Prince, perhaps then I can continue to live in peace within the Royal Palace.”

For Zhao Gao.

He was merely a temple official, even if there was ambition in his heart, he had once thought of supporting Hu Haiʼs ascension. After all, Hu Hai was quite easy to control, and if it really happened, he would also wield immense power in the future.

But under the current circumstances.

Hu Hai stands no chance.

Moreover, the First Emperor was still doing well, the future Crown Prince was also a mighty ruler, not someone he could long for.

The historical event of pointing at a deer and calling it a horse would not appear in the Great Qin Dynasty Court.

But then.

Ying Zheng had not finished speaking.

Hu Haiʼs heart instantly sank to the bottom.

”Hu Hai, he will not be the Crown Prince either.” Ying Zheng spoke again.

As soon as these words were uttered.

The previously hopeful Hu Hai, who believed he was certainly the Crown Princeʼs choice, instantly had a stiff expression on his face.

Those court ministers who supported Hu Hai, who had been overjoyed before, now felt the same despair as the ministers supporting Fusu, instantly sinking to the bottom.

At this moment.

Their so-called dreams came quickly and left just as quickly.

Instantly, their dreams were shattered.

But along with these words from Ying Zheng.

On the court, nearly half of the court ministersʼ gazes all gathered on Ying Zheng, curious and doubtful.

If it is neither Fusu nor Hu Hai, then who could it be?

”I can tell you all.”

But along with these words from Ying Zheng.

If it is neither Fusu nor Hu Hai, then who could it be?

On the court, nearly half of the court ministersʼ gazes all gathered on Ying Zheng, curious and doubtful.

”I can tell you all.”

”The one who shared hardships with me has returned.”

”And, she has given me an heir. By age, the heir she bore is the eldest of the imperial sons, the first among them.”

”By identity, I will enshrine Efang as the Empress, the Empress of Qin, and the heir she bore will be the legitimate eldest prince.”

”He will be my successor, the Crown Prince of Qin.”

Ying Zheng loudly announced again.

These words.

Set everything in stone.

Everyone understood immediately.

The current First Emperor had already made a decision.

”The First Emperor.”

”If the Lady Xia from the past had returned, or had an heir, but her heir was never recorded in the ancestral records, nor was an Identity Jade Butterfly created, having lived among the common people, is the bloodline pure?”

Ying Xi, who had almost never spoken in the court, stood up and loudly addressed the matter.

At this moment.

He was naturally unable to remain silent.

When Ying Zheng began his reign, the Clan held significant influence in the Qin. But after the events of those years, as the Clan attempted to manipulate Ying Zheng, everything changed. When Ying Zheng took full control, he heavily employed foreign guests and talents, and the influence of the Clan was gradually reduced.

Of course, the Clan was involved in the matter against Xia Dongʼer at that time.

If Xia Dongʼer indeed became Queen, and her offspring was made the Crown Prince of Qin, what would his fate be?

With this in mind.

Ying Xi would not sit idly by.

So, he stood up at this moment.

Under the name of bloodline, he refuted Emperor Qin Shi Huang.

Hearing what Ying Xi said, Ying Zhengʼs expression immediately turned cold.

”Do you mean to say that I cannot even recognize my own son?” Ying Zheng coldly remarked.

”This minister does not dare.”

”But as it concerns the bloodline of our Great Qin Clan and the bloodline of the First Emperor, it must be taken seriously.” Ying Xi loudly asserted.

”The existence of Efang is real, and she has indeed birthed a son for Emperor Qin Shi Huang.”

”History has indeed deviated because of me.”

”Fusu will not be the Crown Prince, and Hu Hai will not be Emperor Qin Ershi either.”

”The future Emperor Qin Ershi will actually be the son of Efang.”

”This deviation is too great.”

”From Emperor Qin Shi Huangʼs tone, it seems that the heir born to Efang has been found, though I do not know who it is. However, given that he is so highly regarded by Emperor Qin Shi Huang, he must be heavily guarded at this moment, as he is the future Crown Prince of Qin and there is no room for error.” Zhao Feng thought silently in his heart at this moment.

At this moment.

It was completely like watching a grand play.

Being detached, he remained uninvolved.

No matter how tumultuous the court was, it had nothing to do with him.

”I have already decided.”

”No one may change it.”

”When the ceremonies at Mount Tai conclude, I will announce his identity to all under Heaven, enshrine the Empress, and proclaim the Crown Prince.” Ying Zheng coldly glanced around, his voice thunderous.

The voice carried an unquestionable dominance.

At this moment, with the world unified.

Ying Zheng did not care much anymore.

If the court opposed, let them oppose.

They could no longer make any significant waves.

Let Efang become Empress, and Fengʼer become Crown Prince.

Ying Zheng has been waiting for this day for a long time; no one can change it.

He, Ying Zheng, is no longer the King of Qin who had not yet wielded power.

He is now the Emperor Qin Shi Huang, reigning over the world.

”Does the First Emperor disregard his ancestors?”

In order to protect himself, Ying Xi has now thrown caution to the wind and shouted loudly.

”I, ruler of the world.”

”The ancestors bear witness.”

”On the day of the Mount Tai ceremony, I will personally explain to the ancestors.”

”You cannot act rashly.”

”Step back.”

Ying Zheng raises his hand and waves.

He had very little favorable attitude towards Ying Xi.

”The purity of the bloodline, the legacy of Qin.”

”If the bloodline is stained and unclear, how would the First Emperor answer to the ancestors?”

”I, would rather die to protect the purity of the Qin clan.” Ying Xi said resolutely and knelt directly.

”Please think twice.”

”The royal bloodline must not be desecrated.”

”The matter of the Eldest Imperial Son must be handled with caution.”

”The bloodline of the Qin Royal Family cannot be stained.”

”Please think twice... ”

Following Ying Xi.

Many ministers also stood out to echo the sentiment.

At this moment.

They naturally understood Ying Xiʼs purpose, similarly, for their own purpose and interest, they had no choice but to stand out.

”On the day of the Mount Tai ceremony, I will identify my son with a blood acknowledgment at the peak of Mount Tai.”

”Dismissed.”

Ying Zheng glanced around, then waved his hand directly.

To be honest.

Ying Zheng did not care, because he clearly knew Zhao Feng and Zhao Ying were his children.

He also knew his Efang had always belonged to him alone, never anyone else.

But to ensure his childrenʼs legitimate recognition as rightful members of the Ying clan, this step had to be taken.

Watching Ying Zheng turn and leave.

A flicker of unwillingness crossed Ying Xiʼs eyes.

But he understood.

The blood acknowledgment was Ying Zhengʼs final concession, and if the result truly proved a father-son relationship, then it would be settled.

Looking at the varied expressions of the numerous ministers on the court, disappointment, unwillingness, various emotions were evident.

Zhao Feng remained very calm.

”Itʼs a grand play.”

Zhao Feng chuckled.

Then stood up and walked outside the hall.

”Dear son-in-law.”

Wang Jian chased up at this moment and called out.

”What do you need, father-in-law?” Zhao Feng asked with a smile.

”How do you feel about that scene just now?” Wang Jian asked with a smile.

”The affairs of the royal family have nothing to do with me.”

”These are the family matters of the First Emperor.” Zhao Feng replied with a smile.

”Arenʼt you curious who this Eldest Imperial Son is?” Wang Jian asked with another smile.

”Curious as I may be, itʼs obvious this Eldest Imperial Son is surely hidden by the First Emperor; otherwise, there would be many who want him dead on this court.” Zhao Feng chuckled.

He could see through the thoughts of many people on the court.

The identity of the Eldest Imperial Son was yet to be revealed.

But once revealed.

There would surely be many who wanted him dead.

Even with the First Emperorʼs protection, given the value of the Eldest Imperial Sonʼs death, it wouldnʼt take much; just find a few scapegoats.

”You certainly speak candidly.” Wang Jian chuckled.

”After all, it concerns that supreme position.”

”That makes many have no choice but to act.”

”Of course, this has nothing to do with me. Now that the war is settled, I can peacefully rest at home.” Zhao Feng chuckled, not caring much about it.

Then prepared to leave the grand hall.

”Lord Wuʼan.”

Han Fei spoke at this moment.

Zhao Feng turned his head to see Han Fei walking over with a serious face.

”I say, Han Fei.”

”Since when have you become so serious?”

Seeing Han Fei like this, Zhao Feng couldnʼt help but tease.

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