Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 733 Chapter 301: The Crown Prince Assumes Court for the First Time! (Part 2)

Hu Hai sat opposite Mrs. Hu, filled with deep reluctance.

"If he doesn't die, you'll never get your chance."

A cold gleam flickered across Mrs. Hu's eyes.

"Mother, what's your plan?" Hu Hai's eyes brightened instantly.

"Let them revel in their pride for the moment."

"The future holds endless uncertainties."

Mrs. Hu spoke sparingly, yet her gaze brimmed with icy resolve.

In history, Hu Hai rose to become Emperor Qin Ershi.

Beyond Zhao Gao's influence, his mother's clan undoubtedly contributed greatly.

Matters had reached this critical stage.

Retreat was no longer an option; they had to press on.

Of course.

Defeat would mean utter ruin with no way back.

They were fully aware of this grim reality.

...

Back at the mansion.

Wives, concubines, and children assembled in the assorted halls.

Zhao Feng headed to his private chamber.

His mother, now honored as empress, stayed in Zhangtai Palace instead of returning home.

After all this time, the empress title was at last formally granted.

Emperor Ying Zheng refused to wait further and desired no more separations.

"The Crown Prince position."

"Heir to the empire."

"Accepting this role means I've advanced, doesn't it?"

Within his private chamber, Zhao Feng pondered deeply.

During the Mount Tai expedition, he received the Crown Prince appointment.

Heir to all of Qin.

One could say.

Should Zhao Feng desire it, the mighty Qin Empire would one day be his.

On this topic.

Zhao Feng felt no overwhelming joy as one might expect; instead, he remained utterly serene and steady.

For anyone else, gaining the exalted Crown Prince title would spark wild excitement and ecstasy.

Yet for Zhao Feng, this Crown Prince role actually interfered with his long-term schemes.

He had originally planned for Qin's collapse, aiming to launch his grand ambitions afterward.

But circumstances had shifted dramatically.

He was now destined to be Emperor Qin Ershi!

"Looks like."

"Becoming Crown Prince brings a host of tasks ahead."

"Still, it's not bad."

"I planned to found a dynasty amid Qin's end and hand over rule to Qi'er while I conquered the world."

"Now that step is skipped; I can conquer the world as Father, Emperor Qin Shi Huang, manages state matters—this works well too."

After reflection, Zhao Feng saw the advantages clearly.

At minimum, he'd save effort on unifying Shenzhou later.

And redirect that time to fortifying Shenzhou.

"The host has risen to [Crown Prince], heir to the nation, granting a fourth-tier treasure box."

"Crown Prince and heir, granted sovereign's control authority, national governance, power panel requires update, does host wish to proceed with update and transformation?"

Just as Zhao Feng embraced his Crown Prince status fully, the panel chimed in.

"Fourth-tier treasure box."

"This qualifies as a promotion indeed."

"Last fourth-tier box yielded a minor world; fingers crossed for even better fortune now."

"Update and transform the power panel?"

"Heir to the nation, commanding a realm?"

"My power panel previously spanned all of Yanting, revealing everyone's loyalty; what shifts will this transformation bring?"

"Will it show loyalty across an entire country?"

Anticipation gleamed in Zhao Feng's eyes.

About this.

Zhao Feng had no intention of declining.

"Update and transform," Zhao Feng commanded without delay.

This reminded him of past full-attribute transformations and upgrades.

"Power panel transformation commencing."

"Transforming into empire panel."

"Qin's populace surpasses eighty million, officials span the globe, transformation requires one month," the panel notified.

"Clearly, this power panel targets the entirety of Qin."

"With it, won't all of Qin fall under my grasp?"

"Seeing loyalty of officials everywhere would make purges straightforward," Zhao Feng smirked coldly.

Inside Zhangtai Palace.

Father vowed full backing for any policies Zhao Feng pursued. Revolutionary reforms would face fierce opposition.

Human hearts prove the hardest to fathom.

Besides, the realm stretched vast and wide.

How many officials stayed truly devoted, and how many lurked as foreign agents?

Soon, Zhao Feng might uncover the truth.

"Open the fourth-tier treasure box."

Zhao Feng gave the order.

"Opening fourth-tier treasure box."

"Acquired divine tier high-grade [Fate Suppressing Tripod]," the panel announced.

"Divine tier high-grade magical treasure," Zhao Feng's eyes sparkled.

This matched the caliber of the Five Spirit Beads.

"Extract."

Zhao Feng extracted it right away.

A plain four-legged miniature tripod materialized before him.

Zhao Feng reached out.

The small tripod floated into his grasp.

"Blood refinement to claim ownership."

Zhao Feng sliced his finger, letting blood fuse into the Fate Suppressing Tripod.

At once.

The tripod burst into radiant light.

A majestic aura surged outward.

"No surprise it's a Divine Tier magical treasure; such overwhelming might."

"Its innate power alone dwarfs Heaven Rank by leagues."

"Heaven and earth Xuanhuang, Heaven Rank at the pinnacle."

"Immortal Tier eclipses Heaven Rank, Divine Tier looms beyond."

"What tier surpasses Divine Tier?" Zhao Feng pondered curiously.

Nevertheless.

With refinement complete.

Its attributes displayed before Zhao Feng.

Fate Suppressing Tripod: suppresses Qi Fortune, wields power to vanquish foes and shield allies.

"Suppress Qi Fortune—the mysterious force of destiny."

"This treasure holds such prowess."

"Perfect; when the time comes to transport the dynasty via Qin, I'll use this tripod to lock down its Qi Fortune." Zhao Feng grinned satisfiedly.

Next.

Zhao Feng's divine sense stirred.

His mind plunged into the Minor World.

"The world inside has begun forming basic laws, though the Five Spirit Beads persist, not yet fully absorbed."

"It still requires more world nurturing."

"What rewards await once the Five Spirit Beads are wholly devoured by the Minor World?"

A mere divine sense scan revealed every detail instantly.

In this Minor World.

Zhao Feng embodied the Heavenly Dao.

"Progress in the Minor World looks promising; inhabitants practice foundational Martial Arts Inner Power."

"Next generation, all could master Martial Arts."

"Even as I handle Qin's governance, this Minor World stands as my backup."

"After all, Shenzhou's so-called immortals differ from mythic tales." Zhao Feng mused inwardly.

After some observation.

Divine sense withdrew.

He resumed cultivation.

Zhao Feng never skipped his routine practice.

...

The following day!

Morning Discussion Hall!

First session since Mount Tai's return.

As always.

Hundred officials gathered outside.

Familiar figures chatted among themselves.

At that moment!

A chariot rolled up.

Zhao Feng descended gracefully.

All eyes from the waiting officials fixed upon him.

"Welcome, Crown Prince."

As Zhao Feng drew near.

Unlike before.

Every official prostrated deeply before Zhao Feng.

Be they past supporters or Fusu and Wang Wan allies, all saluted him now.

Now.

Zhao Feng's standing had transformed.

Crown Prince, heir to the realm.

The officials were his subordinates.

Meeting him without homage spelled offense.

"Mm."

Zhao Feng nodded faintly in response.

Yet many eyed him warily.

Today marked the initial court after Mount Tai rites.

First time Zhao Feng led as Crown Prince.

Any moves against foes might surface here.

Wang Wan's group felt especial dread and unease.

Should Zhao Feng strike, their doom was sealed.

"Brother."

Right then!

Fusu stepped forward, greeting Zhao Feng respectfully.

Gazing at Fusu.

Zhao Feng offered a light smile, "No need for such formalities."

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