Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 778 Chapter 317: Tu An Offers a Princess! Another Holy Decree Issued! The World Will Be Shocked! (Part 2)

"To believe they can submit as a vassal to Qin simply by presenting these so-called tributes."

"Utterly absurd," Li Si mocked.

"Precisely."

"The Tu'an State boasts fewer than three million people."

"Goguryeo's numbers are roughly equal."

"United, these pair of puny realms can't rival the bygone Han's populace; barren of riches save their inhabitants, they offer scant else," Yu Liao grinned too.

"I've heard the females of these realms possess captivating allure, masters of seductive arts. Once we subjugate them, you officials ought to petition His Majesty and the Crown Prince for a handful, to witness how these exotic sirens unveil their temptations," Wang Jian remarked with light humor.

As his words landed.

"Hahaha."

"Yes, yes."

"Maybe the Grand Commandant might take command himself and haul back these temptresses from both lands."

"I require only a couple."

"My robust frame could handle five without issue..."

Laughter erupted across the court.

Evidently.

No minister harbored any respect for the minor states of Tu'an and Goguryeo.

"Chancellor Han."

Ying Zheng gave a faint smile and summoned Han Fei.

"Your Majesty, I await your command," Han Fei answered.

"In negotiations for vassalage with these two insignificant nations, dismiss them unless they surrender over seventy percent of their state levies," Ying Zheng declared.

"Fear not, Your Majesty."

"I comprehend fully," Han Fei affirmed assuredly.

"Excellent."

"With the four national policies now enacted."

"Merits demand recompense."

"Chancellor Han, Prime Minister Li."

"Shaofu, Minister of Agriculture."

Ying Zheng intoned deliberately.

"Present, Your Majesty."

Han Fei and the other four rose promptly in the vast hall.

At that instant.

Before Ying Zheng.

The Tianxuan Sub-Mirror ascended gently.

Since every courtier, civil and martial alike, now held a Tianxuan Mirror, this sight no longer astonished.

"Executing the four national policies serves realm and folk, bolsters Qin's might, a monumental feat."

"The Crown Prince and I have conferred."

"Bestow upon Qin 5000 Contribution Points."

"Confer the initial tier of the Martial Arts Cultivation Method [Martial Arts Profound Skills]."

"Present one vial of [Martial Arts Foundation Establishment Pill]."

"Authorize access to the [Cultivation Space] via the Tianxuan Mirror." Ying Zheng proclaimed commandingly.

The hovering Tianxuan Mirror seemed to heed the order, dispatching four radiant beams onto Han Fei and his peers.

This represented a conferral from the superior-ranked Tianxuan Mirror.

"We thank Your Majesty's benevolence."

"We thank the Crown Prince's benevolence."

Upon this decree.

Thrill surged through the quartet.

Mundane riches wouldn't have stirred them thus.

Yet these gifts from the Crown Prince included a cultivation technique, spirit elixirs, and the enigmatic [Cultivation Space] of the Tianxuan Mirror.

In essence, they now trod the immortal path.

Envy burned in every hall minister's gaze.

"Martial Arts Cultivation Method."

"The path to eternal life."

Yearning and avidity lit every official's features.

"Contribution Points' purpose may elude you."

"Allow me to elucidate."

"They herald Qin's coming era."

"Circulable through the Tianxuan Mirror."

"The Tianxuan Mirror's cultivation space hastens progress for cultivators, doubling gains with half the toil."

"Activating it drains the Mirror's energy; solely Contribution Points sustain its function."

"One day's session demands ten Contribution Points."

"A hundred days claim a thousand."

"This marks the initial phase."

"Soon, I'll extend cultivation space access to Qin's civil and martial ranks."

"Contribution Points derive from yearly stipends, treasure trades, battlefield exploits."

"The regulations stand set."

"Externally, one gold yields 100 Contribution Points."

"Spiritual herbs, valuables, practical goods—you may value and swap them for Contribution Points via the Tianxuan Mirror henceforth."

"Naturally."

"Treasures are redeemable for Contribution Points, which will also be accepted everywhere in Qin."

"The same holds true."

"Moreover, Contribution Points can be traded for Qin's currency, gold."

Zhao Feng clarified these points for the ministers.

Upon hearing this explanation,

realizations dawned on the faces of all the ministers.

Everyone grasped the concept fully.

Going forward, the Tianxuan Mirror would stand as Qin's ultimate pillar, with every part of the nation's destiny tied inseparably to it.

In the same vein,

it served as the paramount treasure allowing Ying Zheng and his son to lock down their dominance over Qin unyieldingly.

Contribution Points acted as the vital circulating currency.

They could be employed straightaway as money to compute and distribute yearly salaries, then swapped for riches, provisions, and all essential goods.

After rollout,

the financial reins of Qin would rest entirely in its rulers' grasp.

"Your Majesty, Crown Prince,"

"this old subject has an idea."

Lv Buwei rose, his face etched with contemplation.

"Zhong Fu, go ahead." A subtle smile curved Ying Zheng's lips, eagerness flickering in his gaze.

"The Tianxuan Mirror stands as an Immortal Divine Artifact, our Qin's greatest treasure."

"The Crown Prince's four national policies took effect in under a year, owing much to the Tianxuan Mirror's might."

"This divine treasure shatters distance barriers across Qin, ensuring flawless communication without fail."

"Furthermore, it conveys goods across thousands of miles—grain, supplies, books, records, all transmitted effortlessly."

"With Contribution Points now the Tianxuan Mirror's currency, they are destined to dominate as Qin's primary money henceforth."

"This old subject proposes creating a dedicated bureau to oversee these Contribution Points and handle all exchanges."

"For Contribution Points swapped into money, deliver the funds; for treasures, gold, or silver turned into points, the bureau reclaims them for the national treasury." Lv Buwei declared boldly.

At these words,

Zhao Feng found himself glancing toward Lv Buwei.

"Worthy of Lv Buwei—such remarkable talent indeed."

"Truly exceptional," Zhao Feng pondered silently.