Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 815 Chapter 330: Meteor Falls on Jiuzhou! Ying Zheng's Domineering Might! (Part 2)

"Additionally."

"Issue my decree to all under heaven and let it be known throughout the land."

"The Qin Dynasty's national strength is at its peak, yet the remnants of the vanquished nations sow discord, spread falsehoods, and employ sinister and demonic arts."

"Such actions are heinous crimes."

"From this day forth, across the Thirty-Six Prefectures of the Nine Provinces, all garrisons are commanded to scour the realm. Within Qin's borders, any individual found without the Tian Xuan Mirror in their possession, or lacking proper household registration, shall be apprehended. If identified as remnants of fallen nations, they are to be executed without delay." Ying Zheng's second edict was immediately proclaimed.

While the Tian Xuan Mirror had been employed to quell the news of the meteor's appearance,

its occurrence was undeniable. Ying Zheng naturally anticipated that remnants of dissolved nations might exploit this event to incite unrest within Qin. Thus, he took steps to reassure the Qin populace, denying any opportunity for such traitors to act.

"I accept this decree." Lv Buwei readily assented.

"Excellent."

"My esteemed ministers."

"There is no need for undue concern, as I shall bear the weight of any celestial calamity."

"Should I falter, the Crown Prince shall stand in my stead."

"Each of you should diligently attend to your duties."

Observing the apprehension etched on the faces of the assembled ministers, Ying Zheng spoke with solemnity before gesturing dismissively.

"We understand."

The ministers responded in unison.

"You are dismissed."

Ying Zheng waved his hand once more.

"We take our leave."

The ministers departed in succession,

prepared to enact Ying Zheng's directives and policies.

Meanwhile, Ying Zheng approached the fallen meteor, his gaze fixed upon it.

"When the Qin Emperor falls, the realm shall fracture."

"He who secures the Heavenly Mandate shall command all under heaven."

"Hmph."

"Those capable of orchestrating such an event must surely be the Immortals and Gods that Feng'er spoke of."

"Though unseen, you who reside in the celestial expanse, your intent is to shatter my world, plunging it into war and chaos, disrupting its natural order, and condemning my people to the fires of conflict once more."

"This I will not permit."

Ying Zheng's voice was cold.

At this very moment,

Ying Zheng's heart seethed with indignation.

Through Zhao Feng, he had become aware of the existence of Immortals and Gods. Initially, a sense of profound reverence filled Ying Zheng's heart.

After all, Immortals resided in the lofty Immortal Realm, far removed from mortal affairs.

As the emperor of the Mortal World, his station was still distant from theirs.

However, on this fateful day,

the meteor incident was unequivocally orchestrated by these very Immortals.

The meteor's descent had claimed the lives of countless Qin citizens without cause.

If Ying Zheng did not feel righteous anger, he would be unworthy of his title as Emperor Qin Shi Huang.

In the territory of Chu, within Huiji County!

A clandestine and secluded stronghold.

"Uncle."

"Great tidings, astonishing news!"

Xiang Yu rushed toward his uncle, his excitement palpable.

"What is it?"

Noticing his nephew's fervent state, Xiang Liang inquired.

"A meteor has plummeted from the heavens."

"It obliterated more than half of a county town in Huiji County," Xiang Yu declared with fervor.

Upon hearing this,

Xiang Liang's brow furrowed, and he responded, "Yu'er, what are you implying?"

"Although our Great Chu has been subjugated by Qin, the inhabitants of Huiji County are former Chu subjects. Now that they have suffered harm from this meteor, how can you exhibit such glee?"

Xiang Yu's demeanor shifted, and he quickly clarified, "Uncle, if that were all, I would certainly not be pleased. The true cause for my excitement lies with the meteor itself."

"What is it about this meteor?" Xiang Liang asked, perplexed.

"We have a contact within that county town, someone with official registration, who witnessed inscriptions on the meteor," Xiang Yu explained, striving to contain his exhilaration.

"Inscriptions on the meteor? What inscriptions?" Xiang Liang's expression transformed.

"I have already made a copy. Uncle, please examine it." Xiang Yu retrieved a piece of cloth from his embrace.

He then presented it to Xiang Liang.

Xiang Liang unfurled the cloth.

Upon reading the contents, astonishment registered in Xiang Liang's eyes, rapidly followed by an expression of profound joy.

"Above Shenzhou, the Qin Emperor perishes, and the world divides!"

"Qin faces unending calamities as a chaotic era commences!"

"He who seizes the Heavenly Mandate shall claim dominion over Shenzhou!"

"These... are these truly the writings found upon the meteor?" Xiang Liang questioned Xiang Yu, his expression unreadable.

"Uncle."

"Our informant in the city witnessed it firsthand."

Xiang Yu nodded emphatically, confirming the absolute veracity of the report.

"A meteor streaks from the heavens, proclaiming Qin's impending demise."

"Indeed, Heaven possesses eyes; this signifies the end of Qin's reign is nigh."

"Hahaha, most excellent news!"

"There is hope for the restoration of Great Chu, a chance for the Xiang family's vengeance."

"Emperor Qin Shi Huang, Zhao Feng."

"They have waged relentless wars and spilled oceans of blood."

"They have incurred the wrath of Heaven itself."

Xiang Liang guffawed, his excitement palpable.

"Uncle."

"Based on the pronouncements of this meteor, we can surmise that Qin's national fortune is nearing its conclusion."

"Shall we commence our rebellion now?" Xiang Yu's eyes blazed with eagerness.

"Not yet."

"This alone is insufficient."

"The celestial descent of meteors is a decree from fate, heralding the end of Qin's dominion."

"However, we must ignite the flames of dissent by disseminating this news across the realm. Only then will Qin descend into chaos, and within that chaos lies our opportune moment," Xiang Liang declared swiftly.

Xiang Liang was naturally poised to seize this rare opportunity.

He was acutely aware of the profound impact this celestial meteor shower would bring.

"Tian Xuan Mirror."

"This supreme artifact of Qin possesses the ability to transmit messages. Let our brethren who hold the Tian Xuan Mirror spread the word of the meteors far and wide."

"Once the news proliferates, it is inevitable that Qin will plunge into turmoil."

"And furthermore..."

"Contact our allies within the other five states, instructing them to await their opportune moment."

"The hour to dismantle Qin draws ever closer," Xiang Liang proclaimed with fervor.

"Understood, Uncle." Xiang Yu assented with immediate compliance.

He then promptly withdrew.

"Heavenly meteors descend, a divine decree of Qin's doom."

"Verily, Heaven watches."

"It appears Qin's tyrannical rule has displeased the heavens, prompting this decree for its annihilation."

"Ying Zheng, Zhao Feng."

"The day of our retribution is at hand." Xiang Liang's gaze was alight with murderous intent.

...

To the eastern reaches of Shenzhou, adrift upon the boundless ocean.

Zhao Feng and Guiguzi surveyed the vast expanse of the sea from their aerial vantage, diligently seeking something lost.

"This so-called Penglai Immortal Island remains remarkably elusive."

"Despite our prolonged search, its whereabouts remain unknown," Zhao Feng mused with a hint of weariness.

"The ocean stretches infinitely."

"Should even the slightest trace of its aura escape, we shall locate it," Guiguzi responded with a tranquil smile.

Having endured a millennium of confinement within Guigu, Guiguzi savored the profound joy of his newfound freedom.

At this precise moment!

Zhao Feng's countenance underwent a sudden shift.

"Your Highness, what troubles you?" Guiguzi inquired immediately, perceiving Zhao Feng's abrupt change in expression.

"Meteors from the heavens have descended."

"They have streaked across the Nine Provinces of Qin, each bearing a message heralding Qin's doom," Zhao Feng stated gravely.

He then gestured with his hand.

A luminous projection materialized before Guiguzi.

Within the display, Guiguzi beheld the celestial meteors, each inscribed with three cryptic sentences.

"These are meteors originating from the Outer Heaven."

Guiguzi's expression took on a serious hue.

"What is Outer Heaven?" Zhao Feng inquired, a flicker of curiosity in his voice.

Within this world's Immortal Realm, Zhao Feng's comprehension was largely derived from the mythologies of his previous existence, supplemented significantly by Guiguzi's vast knowledge.

"High above the star-strewn expanse of the Heavenly Court."

Guiguzi explained in a resonant tone.

Then, with a solemn mien, he added, "Meteors from the Heaven Realm have fallen into the mortal world, and all nine bear inscriptions foretelling Qin's demise."

"They have finally sensed the anomaly in Shenzhou's Qi fortune."

"Consequently, they dis patched these meteors to seal Qin's fate."

Zhao Feng offered a slight nod.

The Qi fortune of Shenzhou, the very essence of the Human Dao.

The lands of Shenzhou represented the last bastion of the Human Dao's Qi fortune. With the passage of time, as Guiguzi had foretold, after a millennium, Shenzhou's Qi fortune would inevitably dissipate, transforming it into a realm akin to the Immortal Realm.

Countless living beings would be reduced to mere sustenance for the Immortals and Gods, their physical forms transmuted into spiritual talismans and subsequently consumed.

Furthermore, Shenzhou's Qi fortune itself would be plundered by these celestial beings.

However, with Zhao Feng's consolidation of Qin's Qi fortune and the establishment of his dynasty, Shenzhou had indeed undergone a transformation.

As the Qi fortune morphed into national fortune, the latent Human Dao Qi fortune also coalesced.

This process brought stability to the previously eroding destiny, perhaps even charting a course toward its ultimate perfection.

The very authority of the Human Dao now rested with Zhao Feng.

Such a profound shift.

It was undeniable that those dwelling in the celestial realms, the Immortals and Gods, had become aware of it.

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