Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 731 Chapter 300: Establishing a Heart for Heaven and Earth, Setting Destiny for the Living People! (Part 2)

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Xianyang!

The imperial procession from Mount Tai makes its way back to the capital!

Throughout the city, inside and out.

The Capital Garrison stands vigilant.

Innumerable residents buzz with anticipation, waiting eagerly.

As Ying Zheng's imperial carriage draws near.

Trailed closely by Zhao Feng's own carriage.

Myriad citizens roared: "Welcome back, First Emperor."

"Welcome back, Empress."

"Welcome back, Crown Prince."

These three cheers reverberated across Xianyang City.

Right then.

The fervor in the voices of Xianyang's people rang clear.

Particularly when cheering the Crown Prince, their voices brimmed with profound reverence and awe.

"Halt."

At this command.

Ying Zheng uttered.

The imperial carriage came to a swift stop.

Imperial Guards nearby tightened their formation.

Next.

Ying Zheng, clasping Xia Dong'er's hand, descended gracefully from the carriage.

"People of Qin, stand."

Ying Zheng flung his arms wide and proclaimed loudly.

"Thanks to the First Emperor."

"Thanks to the Empress."

Endless citizens cried out.

They rose, eyes locked on the imperial carriage.

Spotting Xia Dong'er at Ying Zheng's side, they recognized her as the Empress.

Yet.

No glimpse of the Crown Prince emerged.

"By my decree, as you behold."

"Qin now boasts an Empress and a Crown Prince."

Ying Zheng smiled lightly, speaking to the throng beyond the city gates.

"Congratulations to the First Emperor on gaining an Empress."

"Congratulations to the First Emperor on the Crown Prince and Princess."

The masses erupted in unison.

"Precisely."

"The Crown Prince is Qin's Lord Wu'an, brimming with martial prowess. With him, Qin's tomorrow shines brighter."

"Lord Wu'an as Crown Prince wins our full faith."

"Qin blessed with Lord Wu'an as Crown Prince."

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Surrounding multitudes cried fervently, brimming with approval and hope for Zhao Feng as Crown Prince.

Within his carriage.

Hearing the people's voices from outside.

A flicker of emotion crossed Zhao Feng's steady features.

"Do the People of Qin hold me, their Crown Prince, in such high regard?" Zhao Feng pondered, moved.

The earnestness in those surrounding cheers reached Zhao Feng clearly.

The Qin folk, born of the rugged west, cherish valor and might.

They back Zhao Feng as Crown Prince with fervor and honor.

Furthermore.

Zhao Feng rose from obscurity through battlefield glories, his prowess renowned worldwide.

For such a Crown Prince, who wouldn't revere? Who wouldn't esteem?

"My husband."

"Such is your renown in Qin."

"As Crown Prince, all of Qin yields."

Wang Yan spoke softly.

"Feng'er."

"Hear the Qin people's cheers?"

"Why not step out to greet them?" Ying Zheng's voice drifted from outside.

At these words.

Zhao Feng rose steadily and exited the carriage.

Upon sighting Zhao Feng.

Xianyang's citizens bellowed with zeal.

"Greetings, Crown Prince."

Countless voices thundered in excitement.

"People of Qin, your respect and awe humble Zhao Feng—this is my greatest fortune."

"Born of royal lineage, with mother as Empress, named Crown Prince."

"Henceforth, Zhao Feng vows to fortify Qin, bolster Huaxia, secure the realm, and govern the people with benevolence."

"In summary, one pledge alone."

"To secure the heart for heaven and earth, to secure life for the people, to inherit the sages' lore, to rest forever in peace."

Zhao Feng declared solemnly, voice booming.

These words rang out.

Like heavenly thunder crashing.

In the skies above.

A sudden peal of thunder boomed.

As though heaven and earth themselves quaked at them.

In an instant.

All of Xianyang plunged into hush.

Though many lacked letters, many wielded martial arts, and women abounded.

Yet this phrase.

Struck all into speechless awe.

"Secure the heart for Heaven and Earth, secure the mandate for the people, carry on the ultimate learning of past sages, create eternal peace for generations!"

Ying Zheng gazed at Zhao Feng in astonishment, hardly anticipating such profound utterance.

Not just him.

Every Qin official, civil and martial, reeled from these words.

"Such words,"

"from the Crown Prince himself?"

"Simple, yet grasping the essence of ruling the realm."

"All know the Crown Prince excels in war, who knew he masters statecraft too."

"With the Crown Prince, Qin's glory is certain."

"Qin possesses the Crown Prince."

"Qin's great fortune…"

At that instant.

Not merely the commons in awe.

The court stood equally stunned.

"Big brother."

"Speaks words that shake the world."

"Truly, he as Crown Prince blesses Qin." Fusu's gaze shifted with newfound respect and admiration.

"Hmph."

"What's so impressive?"

Hu Hai sneered, jealousy seething.

A tyrant in history who slew kin, inept yet ambitious.

After the brief quiet enveloping Xianyang.

"Long live the Crown Prince!"

"Long live the Great King!"

"Long live the Crown Prince!"

"Long live the Great King!"

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The masses roared with passion.

To them.

In that phrase, they sensed a sage ruler rising for Qin's future.

Amid the deafening cheers of countless folk.

The imperial carriage resumed, heading to the Palace!

Inside Zhangtai Palace!

The banquet stood ready.

Absent any officials, just Ying Zheng and his consort, plus Zhao Feng's full household.

Even Zhao Feng's many concubines and offspring attended.

Ying Zheng and Xia Dong'er occupied the head seats, Zhao Feng and Zhao Ying faced each other across.

Remaining wives and children flanked the sides.

Laughter and joy echoed through Zhangtai Palace, a scene of bliss.

"Today, no more words—just feast and revel."

"Our family unites at last, truly." Ying Zheng grinned.

Soon after.

Ying Zheng's eyes settled on Zhao Feng.

"Feng'er."

"I know learning I'm your father stunned you."

"Blood binds us unchanging."

"Cast aside worries; recognize me as father. In time, Qin passes to you."

"My vow to you—not mere paternal, but imperial oath." Ying Zheng vowed earnestly.

Hearing this.

And Ying Zheng's firm assurance.

Zhao Feng smiled faintly, replying: "The First Emperor's pledge to me stands unparalleled!"

"I accept."

"But ponder well, First Emperor."

"Embracing Crown Prince seals Qin's transformation; none can unseat me."

"Should you later regret, I won't yield."

Zhao Feng jested lightly, baring his resolve.

His power now unmatched, selfishness his trait.

If reshaping Qin, a later reversal wouldn't deter him.

"Should I waver later."

"No need for concern."

"Proceed freely; no chains from me." Ying Zheng replied promptly, beaming.

"Excellent!"

With that, Zhao Feng held his peace.

The mighty First Emperor, eternal sovereign, uttered such, affirming his paternal devotion and imperial trust in Zhao Feng.

Thus.

The Crown Prince role, he claimed.

"Very well."

"I take the Crown Prince mantle."

"However."

"Should I ruin Qin ahead, blame not me."

"My plans surpass any emperor's." Zhao Feng smiled anew, tone gravely solemn.

"Atop Mount Tai, before full court I proclaimed."

"You helm state affairs."

"No empty words—every reform you decree, I back utterly." Ying Zheng affirmed at once.

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