Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 732 Chapter 301: The Crown Prince's First Court Appearance

Zhao Feng grinned: "Excellent!"

Ying Zheng grinned as well, the father and son sharing a knowing look, perfectly in sync.

The son born of his principal wife, and his absolute favorite child.

Ying Zheng held hopes for Zhao Feng akin to those Zhu Yuanzhang of the Great Ming Empire had for his firstborn, Zhu Biao.

Deep in Ying Zheng's mind.

He had just one true wife, none other than Xia Dong'er.

Sweetheart from youth.

Devoted spouse.

Partner who endured trials together.

Ying Zheng acknowledged only Zhao Feng and Zhao Ying as his offspring.

For they belonged to Zhao Zheng, not to Qin's King Ying Zheng.

This formed the core significance.

Naturally.

Even if that were all, Ying Zheng would pick Zhao Feng as successor, and should Zhao Feng fall short in talent, Ying Zheng would pour resources into raising him.

Yet.

With Zhao Feng's exceptional talents fit to rule the realm, how could Ying Zheng fail to treasure such a successor?

"Come on."

"Let our family savor fine wine today."

Ying Zheng lifted his cup with a beaming smile.

"Qi'er, Ling'er, take your little siblings to give Grandpa a proper toast," Zhao Feng instructed.

"Dad, we can handle the drinks, but the young ones are too little for alcohol," Zhao Qi replied, turning with a grin.

"If they can't drink, stand in for them."

"Pay respects to Grandpa," Zhao Feng added cheerfully.

"Got it."

Zhao Qi swiftly grabbed a cup of wine.

He then told his younger brothers and sisters: "Little sibs, come bow and greet Grandpa."

Zhao Feng's tiniest kids had reached one year old.

Led by big brother Zhao Qi.

All nine of Zhao Feng's children approached Ying Zheng and Xia Dong'er.

"Grandpa, greetings."

The nine grandkids dropped to their knees, kowtowing to Ying Zheng.

Zhao Qi and Zhao Ling lifted their cups too, offering a respectful toast to Ying Zheng.

"Wonderful."

"I have to down the wine poured by my grandkids."

Ying Zheng beamed, utterly delighted.

Right at that instant!

"First Emperor."

"Doctor Xia is here."

Zhao Gao stepped forward deferentially.

"Perfect."

"He's back at last."

A joyful expression lit up Ying Zheng's features.

During the Mount Tai ceremony, Xia Wuqie had intended to join, yet midway at the Si River, he headed back to Zhao lands for ancestor rites, as if resolving a long burden.

His daughter had been located.

Plus, they could now unite publicly.

Just then.

Doctor Xia stepped into Zhangtai Palace, beholding the whole family gathered in the hall.

Emotion overwhelmed Doctor Xia.

"The family has reunited at last."

Tears flowed freely down Doctor Xia's cheeks as he gazed on, impossible to hold back.

Such a sight.

Doctor Xia had only dreamed of it, never imagining he'd witness it in his lifetime.

Advanced in age with few years remaining, this moment brought him complete contentment even in the face of mortality.

"Dad."

Xia Dong'er spoke tenderly.

"Yes."

Doctor Xia brushed away his tears, answering softly.

"Father-in-law."

"I haven't disappointed you."

"Efang, I've located her."

"Brought the whole family back too." Ying Zheng spoke warmly.

In that instant.

The reunion scene in Zhangtai Palace.

Precisely what Ying Zheng had longed for forever.

"Excellent, excellent."

"Wonderful to have you returned."

Doctor Xia uttered through his tears.

To him.

Joy overflowed without question.

Spotting Doctor Xia once more.

Zhao Feng smiled: "Grandfather."

Zhao Feng spoke this title from the heart.

His mother missing for years, Doctor Xia hunting endlessly.

Everyone knew this tale since Zhao Feng's arrival in Xianyang.

His father persisted in the search too, though his mother dreaded Xianyang.

She wouldn't dare appear, lest the slightest sign draw Ying Zheng's notice.

Certainly.

Later, via Xia Wuqie's hints, Ying Zheng learned of Xia Dong'er's survival and met her in secret.

"Grandfather."

Zhao Ying approached, calling out too.

"Yes."

Doctor Xia's wrinkled face broke into a radiant grin, replying at once.

"Father-in-law, take a seat."

Ying Zheng cleared a spot right away, guiding Doctor Xia to sit.

"No, that wouldn't do."

"You're the Emperor."

Doctor Xia declined vigorously, waving his hands.

"Father-in-law."

"This family banquet today has no Emperor, just your son-in-law."

"You're the senior here." Ying Zheng grinned, seating Doctor Xia firmly.

"Excellent, excellent."

Doctor Xia grinned and settled into the chair.

Next.

Ying Zheng assisted Xia Dong'er to rise once more.

"Father-in-law takes the honored position."

"In Zhao State days, Zhao Zheng asked father-in-law for Xia Dong'er's hand."

"Back in Qin, that vow went unkept."

"Now."

"Zhao Zheng toasts father-in-law to fulfill it."

Ying Zheng grinned, grabbing a nearby cup, bowing as he presented it to Doctor Xia.

"Fine."

"This old man gladly takes this wine." Doctor Xia grinned, accepting the cup from Ying Zheng.

"Dong'er isn't youthful now."

"Her beauty has faded; hope Zheng'er won't scorn her ahead." Like a concerned elder father, Doctor Xia earnestly cautioned Ying Zheng.

Ying Zheng responded promptly: "Father-in-law, her beauty may have waned, but Efang remains supreme in my heart."

"That's reassuring."

Doctor Xia beamed, deeply relieved.

Observing over the years, he well understood the profound love Ying Zheng bore his daughter.

Amid merry vibes.

The banquet pressed on.

Laughter echoed throughout Zhangtai Palace.

A rarity in the Royal Palace for ages.

Within Mrs. Hu's Palace.

"Mother."

"Do I truly stand no chance?"