Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 828 Chapter 336: The Year-End Arrives! Universal Celebration! (Part 2)

The royal decree could not be defied back then, compelling him to marry his own daughter to Fusu. This, coupled with his strained relationship with Wang Wan, made his daughter's life in Fusu's Residence quite unhappy.

However, everything had undergone a transformation.

This was all due to the emergence of Zhao Feng.

"You may rise."

Li Si offered a smile.

"Father-in-law."

"Fusu has only just returned today and did not prioritize visiting Father-in-law first. I beg Father-in-law's forgiveness." Fusu's words held a tinge of apology.

"Whether or not you pay a visit is secondary; the crucial aspect is that you treat Rou'er with kindness."

Li Si regarded Fusu as he spoke, his tone conveying a subtle admonishment.

"Please rest assured, Father-in-law."

"Fusu will never fail Rou'er." Fusu turned his gaze, looking gently at Li Rou.

"Father."

"My husband treats your daughter exceptionally well." Li Rou quickly chimed in.

Regaining her composure.

Li Rou promptly led the two little ones beside her forward.

"Ping'er, An'er."

"Hurry and pay your respects to your Grandfather." Li Rou instructed.

"Greetings, Grandfather."

10:22

"Greetings, Grandfather."

The two young children immediately bowed.

Fusu was blessed with a daughter and a son.

The elder child was already five years old, while the younger was three.

Their eldest daughter was named Ying Ping, and their younger son, Ying An.

The names signified peace and safety.

"Good, good."

Gazing at his two grandchildren, Li Si's face also lit up with a smile.

"When you return home tomorrow, you can meet your elder brother as well." Li Si remarked with a smile.

"Father."

"How is Sister-in-law?" Li Rou inquired with a smile.

"The two little ones are nearly a year old now; they already know how to walk and call out to people."

Mentioning his grandchildren brought immense delight to Li Si.

It was just one year prior.

His daughter-in-law had given birth to a pair of Dragon and Phoenix twins, a sign of profound fortune.

On the very day of their birth.

The current First Emperor and Empress.

As well as the Crown Prince and Crown Princess Consort, had all graced the occasion with their presence.

Ying Zheng himself had personally bestowed names upon the two little ones.

The elder brother was named Li Cheng, and the younger sister, Li Lan.

At this very moment.

The State Governors and Prefectural Governors, who had been administering regions far and wide, had all convened in the Capital to present their reports, making the atmosphere naturally quite lively.

Many colleagues with whom they shared a good rapport had not seen each other for a considerable time, leading to much cheerful conversation, as expected.

After a significant interval—

"His Majesty has arrived."

"The Empress has arrived."

"The Crown Prince has arrived."

"The Crown Princess Consort has arrived."

Resounding cries echoed throughout the Imperial Conference Square.

Upon hearing this!

All the assembled Ministers immediately adopted a respectful demeanor, turning their attention towards the steps of the square.

"We subjects pay respects to Your Majesty, and pay respects to the Empress."

"We subjects pay respects to the Crown Prince, and pay respects to the Crown Princess Consort."

Across the square, the Hundred Officials and their families voiced their greetings in unison.

Amidst the fervent acclamations of the Court officials and their families.

Ying Zheng, holding Xia Dong'er's hand.

Zhao Feng, holding Wang Yan's hand.

They slowly emerged from within the grand hall, proceeding to stand upon the steps.

"All of you, rise."

Ying Zheng offered a smile and raised his hand.

"Today marks the end of the year. The Court's Hundred Officials, the various Shangjiangjun, the chief generals of the great camps, the State Governors of Jiuzhou, and the Prefectural Governors of the Thirty-Six Prefectures, have all gathered in Xianyang."

"Firstly, it has been a considerable time since you all returned to the Capital; secondly, both I and the Crown Prince intend to reward your loyal service to the state."

Zhao Feng also smiled and proclaimed in a clear voice.

"We subjects express our gratitude to Your Majesty for your immense grace."

"We subjects express our gratitude to the Crown Prince for his immense grace."

The assembled officials responded in unison.

"Enough."

"All of you, please be seated."

Ying Zheng smiled warmly.

Then, still holding Xia Dong'er's hand, he proceeded to his designated seat and sat down.

Zhao Feng, naturally, followed suit.

"Today."

"With the year's conclusion imminent."

"It also signifies the very first year-end observed under the Qin New Calendar."

"The entire realm ought to celebrate together; the whole country should rejoice."

"Hear Our decree."

"Effective from this day forward, Qin's grain tax shall be reduced by an additional ten percent, extending further favor to the common people across the land." Ying Zheng declared with a hearty laugh.

"Your Majesty is wise."

Every official present in the square echoed this sentiment in unison.

The Qin Dynasty, as it stands today, presents a stark contrast to its earlier self: its national treasury overflows with riches, and thanks to bountiful harvests, concerns over provisions have vanished entirely.

Even without the cultivation of Spiritual Grain, the simple act of planting ordinary rice is now sufficient to keep the treasury perpetually brimming.

"Father."

"Today marks the year's end, a time meant for celebrating the New Year together, and thus it is more fitting to focus on feasting the ministers. As for matters of state, we shall convene to discuss them once the year-end holidays have concluded," Zhao Feng stated with a warm smile.

"You all bear witness to this boy now giving me orders."

Ying Zheng remarked, a hint of helplessness lacing his tone.

The assembled officials within the grand square couldn't help but share in the amusement, though they maintained a respectful silence, refraining from any overt laughter.

"Very well, very well."

"What Feng'er proposes is indeed correct—today is a celebration of the year's end; we ought not to delve into matters of state."

"Today, Feng'er and I have jointly prepared a grand banquet as a token of our appreciation for all of you."

"Indeed."

"Feng'er has also seen fit to prepare an even greater boon for you all."

"It is a gift intended to prolong life and enhance your Cultivation."

Ying Zheng offered a smile before clapping his hands together.

"His Majesty has decreed it so."

"Let the feast commence!"

The Head Eunuch, who had been standing by attentively, announced this with a powerful voice.

In response, numerous palace maids and temple officials entered, bearing meticulously prepared delicacies and exquisite wines, which they proceeded to place before each designated seat.

"Hahaha."

"Remarkable! Today, His Majesty and the Crown Prince have actually graced us with Dream-Drunk, the most exquisite brew from the Immortals' Liquor House."

"I must ensure I partake until I am thoroughly satisfied." Wang Jian's gaze fell upon the fine wine before him, and he immediately let out a hearty laugh.

"Grand Commandant."

"You jest."

"Have you not already consumed your fill of this very same fine wine?"

"Among all present in Court, you are undoubtedly the most frequent imbiber." Han Fei found himself unable to resist teasing Wang Jian.

"Not enough, it is nowhere near enough." Wang Jian responded with even heartier laughter.

"Hahaha…"

A wave of laughter rippled through the assembled Ministers.

"Father-in-law."

"Today's celebration offers not merely fine wine and delectable dishes, but something even more exceptional." Zhao Feng chimed in with a smile.

He then clapped his hands once more.

And behold—

Unit after unit of the Crown Prince's elite personal guards marched forward, each squad carrying ornate brocade boxes. They moved with purpose towards the banquet seats.

It was evident.

Any item escorted with such a high level of ceremony by the Crown Prince's personal guards could only be an item of immense value and rarity.

Witnessing this meticulously orchestrated procession, the officials couldn't help but feel a surge of curiosity; such an extraordinary level of escort was truly a seldom-seen spectacle.

"Your Highness."

"All the Spirit Fruits have been duly distributed."

Zhang Ming approached Zhao Feng's side and announced respectfully.

He then placed four exquisite brocade boxes upon the table designated for Ying Zheng and Zhao Feng.

"You may now proceed to open the brocade boxes before each of you." Zhao Feng declared with a smile.

With expressions tinged with puzzlement, the officials collectively proceeded to open the brocade boxes presented to them.