Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 715 Chapter 293: Merit Through the Ages! The First Emperor! Zhao Feng Volunteers!

After Tian Jian voiced his plea,

Ying Zheng let out a light laugh and promptly proclaimed: "The King of Qi yields to Qin, sparing both realms the horrors of battle, and merging our Huaxia into a single entity. Such an action averts the deaths of countless thousands and truly merits great praise."

"Today."

"I bestow upon the King of Qi the title of Marquis of Anle, with his direct lineage succeeding eternally. I endow them with power, and barring offenses of revolt or betrayal, the successor to the marquisate shall receive one reprieve from execution."

"Regarding the full household of the King of Qi and their domains, I award the region of Luoyi as the abode for the Qi royal lineage. All riches delivered by the King of Qi remain his own."

"The Qi royals in Qin must adhere to Qin laws and will be shown favor."

Hearing this proclamation!

Tian Jian prostrated himself in profound thanks.

"Great King, your grace knows no bounds."

"The Tian Clan offers its tearful appreciation."

Tian Jian kowtowed with fervor.

In that instant, Tian Jian sensed the advantages of his willing submission.

Monarchs of other states, crushed by Qin's formidable legions, now endure grim destinies.

The King of Yan has perished, the King of Chu has fallen.

The surviving rulers languish in prisons, likely to rot there until their last breath.

Yet he capitulated outright, securing not just liberty but also fortune and honor—exactly what Tian Jian craved.

"Luoyi will serve as the home for the Marquis of Anle's entire kin."

"A residence in Xianyang must also be provided. The Marquis of Anle can dwell in Xianyang or settle in Luoyi at his preference."

"Chancellor Han."

"You are to oversee this arrangement personally, ensuring the Marquis of Anle suffers no slight." Ying Zheng commanded anew.

"I obey the decree." Han Fei replied without delay.

"Escort the Marquis of Anle to retire." Ying Zheng gestured.

At once, several court attendants stepped in.

"Marquis of Anle, this way please." One attendant spoke deferentially.

"My thanks to the Great King." Tian Jian gave thanks once more, then trailed after the attendant.

In this very moment.

The Qi affair reached complete resolution.

At that instant!

Li Si advanced.

"Your report to the Great King."

"With Qi conquered, the realm reverts to Qin, achieving total unification."

"Qin embodies the world, the world embodies Qin."

"The Great King has forged a matchless legacy beyond all past sovereigns."

"Outshining the Three Emperors, surpassing the Five Sovereigns in virtue, unmatched through the ages."

"I believe that now, under one world, the mere 'king' falls short of expressing the Great King's splendor or his feat in uniting all beneath Qin."

"Thus."

"I propose a new title for the Great King."

Li Si declared with utmost gravity.

Hearing Li Si's suggestion,

Not just Ying Zheng showed keen curiosity, but every civil and military official fixed their gazes eagerly.

"Proceed."

Ying Zheng inquired with eager anticipation.

"Outshining the Three Emperors, surpassing the Five Sovereigns in virtue."

"The title of First Emperor is on the verge of proclamation."

To this,

Those versed in history, such as Zhao Feng, felt no astonishment.

For in records, Li Si was the one who first suggested the First Emperor title.

"The Great King has forged a matchless legacy beyond all past sovereigns."

"Unifying the realm, bestowing welfare upon all, ending the turmoil of endless wars."

"The title ought to be: 'Emperor'."

"The Great King becomes the inaugural emperor of the world, titled 'First Emperor'."

Li Si intoned with deep solemnity and awe.

The First Emperor title resounded.

Qin's Morning Assembly Hall exploded like a boulder crashing into still waters.

All were stunned by this designation.

In antiquity, the Three Emperors held titles, followed by the Five Sovereigns.

But back then,

They hailed from tribal eras without true states; the Three Emperors and Five Sovereigns were merely chosen tribal chiefs, not true emperors.

Later, during Xia, Shang, and Zhou, rulers were hailed as kings among vassals, with feudal lords holding sway.

This stems from factual annals, not legends or tales.

The First Emperor name,

A designation utterly novel, without precedent.

"First Emperor—a grand and exalted title, fitting to embody the Great King's status and deeds."

"Precisely."

"First Emperor, the premier sovereign from ancient times."

"None but the Great King deserves such honor."

"All under heaven shall revere it."

As Li Si proposed the title, the assembled officials nodded in agreement, affirming its worth.

First Emperor!

The premier sovereign from ancient times.

Such distinction suits only their Great King.

"Excellent."

"A splendid 'Emperor' title."

"A splendid 'First Emperor'."

"I embrace this title!"

Ying Zheng rose, his face alight with exhilaration.

"I hail the First Emperor."

Li Si promptly paid obeisance to Ying Zheng.

As his words concluded,

The civil and military officials followed suit.

"We hail the First Emperor."

The officials bowed deeply and chanted together.

The First Emperor name

Debuted for the first time in Great Qin's court, first upon Shenzhou's soil, first in this realm.

"Excellent!"

"Henceforth."

"I am Emperor, the inaugural emperor of antiquity, the world's first emperor."

"First Emperor."

Ying Zheng flung his arms open, proclaiming with majestic authority.

"Hail the First Emperor."

"I have one more suggestion."

Zhao Feng stepped forth, smiling broadly.

"Lord Wu'an, speak your mind."

Ying Zheng grinned faintly, eyeing Zhao Feng.

He wondered what proposal Zhao Feng might voice.

"With the title 'First Emperor', one can no longer use 'king' for self-reference. A regal self-designation worthy of imperial dignity must emerge."

"Moreover, the imperial edict requires revision."

"It should become 'Holy Decree', for a decree embodies the emperor's mandate, venerated across all Qin." Zhao Feng suggested steadily.

Hearing Zhao Feng's idea, Ying Zheng's eyes gleamed: "Splendid 'Holy Decree', your words ring true. Having transcended kingship as antiquity's first emperor, the edict demands elevation; 'Holy Decree' proclaims my sovereignty and bolsters Qin's foundations."

"Concerning my self-reference."

Ying Zheng pondered intently.

With utmost seriousness.

"I!"