Chapter 164 The Eastern Tour Came to a Successful End
"Your Highness, although we are not very talented, we are fortunate to have won the first, second and third place in this imperial examination."

"We are confident that we can govern the Baiyue land well for the empire!" Xiao He bowed slightly, his tone firm and full of confidence.

"The top three are indeed rare talents."

"But I hope you are not just empty talkers."

"There are many tribes in the Baiyue area, and their customs vary. It is difficult to manage them. This will be a great challenge for you."

"If not handled properly, it could lead to conflict between the Baiyue people and the indigenous people of the empire, causing unrest."

"If this happens, you will be held responsible for it!" While expressing his praise, Ying Ziye did not forget to sound a warning to them.

"Your Highness, please rest assured!"

"If I am unable to properly govern Baiyue, I will obey your highness's orders!" Xiao He looked resolute and swore a solemn oath to Ying Ziye, using his own life as a bet to show his determination.

Chen Ping and Cao Shen also had determined looks on their faces.

They are all proud people. If they can't even govern Baiyue County well, then they really have no face to survive in this world!
“Haha! Very good!”

"It's good to have this confidence. I will always pay attention to your performance."

"If you can govern Baiyue well, I will personally ask my father for credit for you!"

Ying Ziye was very pleased to see that Xiao He and others were full of confidence, and a pleased smile appeared on his face.

"Thank you, Your Highness!"

Xiao He and others hurriedly bowed and expressed their gratitude, their eyes full of fighting spirit, eager to show their skills as soon as possible.

then.

Ying Ziye gave Xiao He and others a detailed introduction to the tribal conditions and geographical distribution of Baiyue County so that they could better govern the land.

After Xiao He and others successfully took over and put Baiyue County back on track, Ying Ziye returned to Shouchun County and led the eastern tour team on the journey back to Xianyang.

He has circled the Qin Empire from east to west and from south to north.

During his eastern tour, Ying Ziye put down rebellions, expanded territory, and benefited the people, which greatly enhanced the prestige of the Qin Empire and made the empire's rule more popular.

The Eastern Tour came to a successful conclusion.

a few days later.

After a year's absence, Xianyang City came into Ying Ziye's sight again.

When Ying Zheng learned that Ying Ziye would return today, he had already waited outside the city gate with civil and military officials.

He was also very concerned about his son and two granddaughters whom he had not seen for a year.

Ying Ziye came to Ying Zheng, jumped off the carriage, and immediately saluted: "Your Highness, I pay my respects to you, Father!"

Before he could bow his head, Ying Zheng had already helped him up: "No need to bow, no need to bow!"

Ying Zheng held Ying Ziye's arm, smiling broadly, with deep pride on his face: "My child, you have worked really hard. I know your deeds. You have suppressed the rebellion, rectified the bureaucracy, conquered Loulan, and intimidated Baiyue. The majesty of the Qin Dynasty has spread throughout the world because of you!"

“What a feat!”

“Excellent!”

“It’s amazing!”

"I am old!"

While expressing his admiration, Ying Zheng couldn't help but sigh.

Compared with Ying Ziye's glorious eastern tour, his eastern tour seemed overshadowed. Gu Bolangsha was assassinated and returned to Xianyang in embarrassment, failing to bring any shock to the world.

Looking at his son who was so majestic, noble and domineering, Ying Zheng felt more inclined to abdicate.

Ying Ziye noticed his father's expression and tone, and was shocked. Could it be that Father Zulong was planning to pass the throne to him?

He quickly responded:
"Father, please don't joke!"

"With the protection of my immortal power, you will be able to live to the age of 100 in good health! Now you are in the prime of your life, just over 40 years old."

"The Great Qin Empire is on the rise, and it still needs the leadership of my father to reach the top of the world!" Earlier, if Ying Ziye knew that Ying Zheng intended to abdicate, he might have been looking forward to it with joy.

But now.
As his power grew, power and status became less important to him, even the throne.

In the face of absolute power, everything is like a floating cloud.

Ying Ziye's reputation in the Qin Dynasty had long surpassed that of Emperor Ying Zheng.

"Haha~"

"I am really old."

"Besides, my goal has been achieved. Now it's up to you, Ziye."

Ying Zheng chuckled and shook his head, thinking that Ying Ziye was comforting him. He patted his son's shoulder and placed all his hopes on him.

Since unifying the six kingdoms, Ying Zheng found it increasingly difficult to keep up with Ying Ziye's thinking.

Each innovation and each law far exceeded his expectations.

sometimes.

Ying Zheng felt as if he had become an obstacle to Ying Ziye's progress.

He firmly believed that if Ying Ziye ascended the throne, he would be able to lead the Qin Empire towards a more glorious and powerful future!
"Let's go back to the city first, Father. We can talk about this later."

Ying Ziye understood Ying Zheng's intention and said nothing more. He supported his father as he walked towards the dragon sedan chair and returned to Xianyang together.

The ministers around heard their conversation, and their eyes and expressions were filled with surprise and shock.

As important officials in the court, they were all thoughtful and thoughtful. Although Ying Zheng had never said it explicitly, they had roughly guessed his intentions.

Obvious.

The First Emperor had already planned to abdicate.

what! ——

Thinking of this, countless ministers gasped, their eyes were as sharp as torches, and their expressions of horror were like mountains and rivers collapsing in their hearts, shaking endlessly!

A new emperor appoints new ministers. If Ying Ziye ascends the throne, the Qin Dynasty will usher in earth-shaking changes!

With shocked hearts, everyone followed the luxurious dragon sedan behind Ying Zheng and slowly walked into Xianyang City. As if they were pulled by an invisible force, they had unknowingly stepped into the imperial palace.

The impact this speculation brought to them was too great!
The banquet was held in the imperial palace, where Ying Zheng hosted a welcome party for Ying Ziye and commended his great achievements during his eastern tour.

After three rounds of drinking, I felt a mixture of emotions.

Ying Zheng's face looked slightly tipsy.

Suddenly, he raised his glass and stood up.

"I inherited the throne of King of Qin at the age of thirteen, but was once controlled by Lu Buwei, and Lao Ai caused chaos in the court. Fortunately, with your help, I was able to eliminate Lao Ai, demote Lu Buwei, and regain the royal power!"

"Here, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to you all!"

Ying Zheng raised the wine cup high and drank it all in one gulp, showing his heroic spirit.

The civil and military officials were confused by Ying Zheng's words, but they still stood up and responded: "We will serve your majesty and go through fire and water without hesitation!"

Ying Zheng poured himself a drink and continued, "After I took power, I worked hard to govern the country, determined to sweep across the world, unify the country, and create an immortal cause!"

"My son Ye Ping Yan defeated Zhao, attacked Chu and conquered Wei, and forced Qi to surrender. He helped me complete this great cause that will last for thousands of years, making me the first emperor and establishing the supreme dynasty."

"This glass of wine is for my son Ye!"

Ying Zheng raised his cup towards Ying Ziye and drank it all in one gulp.

Everyone was stunned
Why did Father Zulong suddenly become so sentimental?

Ying Ziye was puzzled, but he stood up and replied without hesitation: "This is my duty!"

Ying Zheng filled the glass with wine again.

(End of this chapter)