Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 705 Chapter 288: Li Si Understands! Ying Zheng: The Future Crown Prince Will Be Feng'er!
Previously on Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield...
At this instant!
Li Si achieved total comprehension.
Once the Wang Wan clan faced total annihilation, Li Si inevitably coveted the Left Minister role.
However, ultimately.
Han Fei ended up claiming that seat.
Though he concealed it well on the surface, deep resentment churned within him.
Yet it remained a cause for relief that Han Fei secured the Left Minister post instead of anyone aligned with Fusu.
In the end.
Han Fei might possess sufficient talent.
Still, regarding seniority, he falls short.
Right now, Li Si grasped it all.
Han Fei barely held any ties in the court and formed no bonds with officials; Zhao Feng stood as his sole companion.
Previously, Zhao Feng had personally guided Han Fei back to Qin, sparking a special bond; admiration grew between them, evolving into a tight friendship.
Zhao Feng represented the core cause behind Han Fei's rise to minister.
Once the shock subsided.
Ying Zheng declared once more: "Zhao Feng, my firstborn son, Great Qin's Eldest Imperial Son, destined future Crown Prince of Great Qin."
Li Si's eyes bulged wide, shock rendering him mute.
Right then, words escaped him entirely.
This revelation carried immense weight.
Far too immense to fathom.
Acknowledging Zhao Feng as the Great King's son proved staggering enough, yet Ying Zheng now proclaimed him Great Qin's future Crown Prince and heir.
Evidently.
The choice stood firm.
Regaining composure.
Li Si gazed at Ying Zheng with unease: "Why share such vital news with this subject today? This... this could profoundly impact Great Qin's court."
"Due to Li You, due to Ying'er."
"Li You and Ying'er's betrothal makes you part of Zhao Feng's circle, so you deserve to learn of it." Ying Zheng stated calmly.
Upon hearing those words.
A surge of uncontainable delight shocked Li Si inwardly: "Never anticipated You'er's pursuit of Zhao Ying yielding such fortune for our Li Family. Zhao Ying holds princess status, Zhao Feng serves as Eldest Imperial Son, future Crown Prince, eventual King of Qin."
"Grasping this chance ensures our Li Family rises as Great Qin's premier clan."
"Such an event."
"Beyond my wildest dreams."
"You'er's decision never crossed my mind as delivering such advantages to our Li Family."
"Fusu."
"Should the Great King affirm Zhao Feng—no, Lord Feng—Fusu's claim as Eldest Imperial Son vanishes forever."
"Furthermore, against Lord Feng's renown and might across Great Qin, Fusu pales utterly."
"Compounded by Fusu's maternal kin Mi Qi's treason, Lord Feng leaves him no shot."
Snapping back to reality.
Li Si prostrated before Ying Zheng: "I vow eternal loyalty to Lord Feng."
"Keep this secret to yourself alone."
"Once Qi falls and the realm unifies, Feng'er regains his true status, including his mother's Queenship."
"It all belonged to them by right; none can usurp it." Ying Zheng uttered steadily, his voice laced with unyielding resolve.
Li Si replied at once: "I comprehend fully."
"Very well."
"No more idle words for you."
"Ying'er and Li You cherish one another, so I won't obstruct."
"Ying'er chose this path."
"Return home and make thorough preparations." Ying Zheng dismissed with a wave, falling silent.
Li Si saluted: "This subject departs."
Soon after.
Li Si departed Zhangtai Palace, emotions swirling in turmoil.
As his silhouette receded, contemplation flickered in Ying Zheng's gaze.
"Li Si."
"Power-hungry, full of ambition."
"Ordinary folk couldn't rein him in later, yet Feng'er possesses that strength."
"His talents shine brightly, though his thirst for authority runs excessive." Ying Zheng pondered quietly.
Through years of association.
Ying Zheng perceived Li Si's nature with crystal clarity.
Exiting Zhangtai Palace, he headed to his carriage.
"Father, you've emerged at last."
Spotting Li Si approach, Li You hurried forward in welcome.
"Why linger instead of heading home?" Li Si inquired, astonished.
"With Father still inside, how could I leave solo? Besides, wedding banquet arrangements baffle me completely—I've no experience." Li You explained with helplessness, though joy and thrill radiated from his features.
Marrying one's beloved fills any man with celebration and bliss.
Li You embodied that perfectly.
Poised to fulfill his heart's desire.
Moreover, endorsed directly by the reigning Great King.
Even Fengchang tasked to select the wedding date personally.
This elevated the honor further.
"You rascal."
Observing Li You's smitten expression, Li Si chuckled while chiding fondly.
"Dad."
"The Great King holds Lord Wu'an in utmost esteem; who'd think Ying'er's union warrants Fengchang's own hand in picking the date."
"Reserved solely for imperial offspring and princesses."
"Never dreamed I'd claim such privilege." Li You grinned.
"You rascal, picking Zhao Ying proved spot-on." Li Si eyed his son, overcome with sudden sentiment.
"Dad."
"I pursue Ying'er not for her royal ties or family gain, purely from love at first sight—I adore her." Li You stressed promptly.
He aimed to affirm his pure intentions toward Zhao Ying.
"Fine, fine."
"I grasp your true feelings."
"Your wish realizes now."
"Father erred in opposing you earlier."
"Though driven by genuine love, you bless our Li Family greatly; perhaps your sister gains too, spared hardship under Fusu."