Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 829 Chapter 336: Year-End Approaches! Universal Celebration! (Part 3)

A reflection flashed within his vision.

Two Spirit Fruits were revealed.

One was a peach, substantial enough to fill two fists, while the other was a vibrant, fiery red fruit.

"This is the Peach," Zhao Feng announced, his smile evident.

He carefully lifted the Peach from its ornate box, holding it aloft. "This Peach possesses the ability to enhance one's aptitude and greatly prolong life; consuming a single fruit can extend one's lifespan by a decade."

"And this fruit is known as the Vermilion Fruit."

"Consuming this can aid in breaking through cultivation realms and significantly boost True Qi."

Zhao Feng then produced the Vermilion Fruit, presenting it alongside the peach.

At these words!

The assembled ministers gazed upon the Spirit Fruits nestled within the brocade box, their eyes alight with fervent desire.

On this auspicious occasion.

Each official in attendance was bestowed with two Spirit Fruits.

One designed to extend one's days, the other to quicken one's cultivation.

The immense value of such a gift was beyond measure.

"We thank Your Majesty for this boundless grace," the ministers proclaimed in unison.

"We thank the Crown Prince for this profound favor."

All the officials clasped their hands together, expressing their deep gratitude for the royal benevolence.

"Henceforth."

"Each year, at the year's end, my father and I shall host a grand banquet. Spirit Fruits will be presented as rewards."

"Those who render exceptional service to the country will receive these coveted Spirit Fruits as their recompense."

"Each year, at the year's end, my father and I shall host a grand banquet. Spirit Fruits will be presented as rewards."

"Those who render exceptional service to the country will receive these coveted Spirit Fruits as their recompense."

"Esteemed ministers, let us join forces and strive together for the glory of Qin!"

Zhao Feng's voice boomed as he raised his wine goblet, a broad smile gracing his features.

"We pledge our lives to Qin!"

All the ministers enthusiastically echoed the sentiment, raising their own cups in affirmation.

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The reward banquet concluded swiftly.

In the ensuing days, as the year drew to its close,

The multitude of officials also found themselves enjoying a welcome period of six days dedicated to rest and recuperation.

Once this period of repose concluded,

Within the hallowed halls of the Morning Discussion.

The Emperor himself presided over the court, his presence commanding.

The Crown Prince, by his side, attentively observed the proceedings of governance.

All the officials, a formidable assembly, were present.

This day's gathering was unlike any past occasion; the governors of the Thirty-Six Prefectures of Jiuzhou had all convened.

"We pay our deepest respects to Your Majesty," the officials intoned.

"We pay our deepest respects to the Crown Prince."

"May the Great Qin endure for ten thousand generations, may Your Majesty and the Crown Prince be blessed with eternal longevity and unparalleled prosperity."

The civil and military officials, standing with their court tablets held firmly, cried out in perfect unison.

As the Qin entered its new era of cultivation, the traditional acclamations had naturally evolved to reflect this profound shift.

"You may rise, my ministers," Ying Zheng commanded, raising his hand. His Imperial robe flowed around him, projecting an aura of undeniable authority.

"We thank Your Majesty for your magnanimity," the officials replied.

"We thank the Crown Prince for his benevolence," the ministers echoed in unison once more.

"Those with matters to report, please step forward. If none, the court is hereby dismissed," the Inner Eunuch announced with a clear, resonant voice.

"Your Majesty, Crown Prince,"

"I have a crucial report to deliver."

General Wang Jian stepped forward, his voice ringing out as he declared, "The Baiyue region has been fully pacified. I have dispatched orders to Shangjiangjun Tu Sui, instructing him to commence the search for the map provided by the Crown Prince."

"The location has now been identified. However, the area indicated by the map is protected by a concealed Formation. Even Shangjiangjun Tu Sui, having recently reached the Great Grandmaster Realm, finds himself unable to breach it. Many elite soldiers have already perished in attempts to enter."

"We humbly request the Crown Prince's wise decision."

Upon hearing this critical update.

Zhao Feng nodded thoughtfully. "Inform Tu Sui to cease endangering the elite soldiers further. I shall personally undertake this endeavor."

"Your command shall be obeyed," Wang Jian replied immediately, accepting the directive.

The map bestowed by Zhao Feng pinpointed the precise location where a Treasure Box, in a past event, had revealed the whereabouts of the Nine Tripod Cauldrons.

No.

To be accurate, it indicated the location of the Huaxia Eight Cauldrons.

After all, one of the legendary Nine Tripod Cauldrons, the Yu State Tripod, had already fallen into Zhao Feng's possession.

These Nine Cauldrons of Huaxia, once the awe-inspiring divine artifacts that quelled the Human Race's chaos.

They were, without question, Supreme Treasures, and Zhao Feng was resolute in his determination to acquire them all. Thus, upon the successful pacification of the Baiyue by the army, he had specifically instructed Tu Sui to locate these remaining Eight Cauldrons.

"Your Majesty, Crown Prince,"

A governor from Qingzhou stepped forward, announcing, "I oversee the region of Qingzhou, and a significant number of merchants within my territory are engaged in trade with the Northern Frontier. I have detected concerning signs: the Donghu and Xiongnu peoples are secretly procuring ironware and actively training their troops."

"It appears they harbor hostile intentions towards our Great Qin."

"Does Qin possess merchants so audacious as to sell vital copper and iron to these foreign tribes?" Ying Zheng's brow furrowed in displeasure.

"To report to Your Majesty,"

"I have already identified several merchants who have been privately selling copper and iron to the Northern Border Foreign Tribes."

"Although apprehended, attempts to prohibit it have repeatedly failed." Fusu responded promptly.

"Repeatedly failed?"

Ying Zheng’s gaze turned cold: "Then they clearly haven’t been taught a harsh enough lesson to instill fear."

"Transmit my decree."

"Command the Northern Frontier Camp to heighten border patrols and meticulously inspect all merchant convoys. Anyone found transporting copper and iron to the Northern Frontier shall be executed on sight, and the implicated merchants’ entire families will be exterminated." Ying Zheng decreed with unwavering resolve.

"I understand." Fusu accepted the imperial command without hesitation.

"Fusu."

Zhao Feng looked toward Fusu, his gaze gentle.

"I am here, Your Highness." Fusu responded immediately.

"The intentions of the foreign tribes to vanquish our Great Qin remain as fervent as ever."

"Copper and iron are crucial military provisions; supplying them to foreign tribes is tantamount to aiding the enemy, an offense that must not be treated with leniency."

"I am aware of your deep adherence to Confucian principles, but you must comprehend that the benevolence and righteousness espoused by Confucianism are intended for our own people, not for our sworn enemies," Zhao Feng stated sternly.

"I understand, Your Highness." Fusu nodded gravely.

"As for the Donghu and the Xiongnu tribes,"

"I have long observed their clandestine movements."

"Ever since I personally eliminated the King of Donghu, his son has been diligently consolidating his power, harboring ambitions for vengeance."

"However, this situation aligns perfectly with my intentions."

A chilling smile played on Zhao Feng’s lips.

"Is Your Highness planning to set a trap?" Yu Liao quickly grasped the implication.

"If the Donghu and Xiongnu dare to launch a full-scale invasion upon our Great Qin,"

"I shall resolve this entire conflict in a single, decisive battle, eradicating the Donghu, annihilating the Xiongnu, and firmly securing firm control over the entirety of the Northern Frontier."

"Simply maintain close observation of the Northern Frontier’s activities; there is no need for excessive worry," Zhao Feng instructed solemnly.

"The Crown Prince’s wisdom is unparalleled." The assembled ministers declared in unison.

"Your Majesty."

"Currently, the cultivation methods for both Martial Arts and the Immortal Path have been disseminated among the populace for several months now."

"Within the general population, numerous individuals possessing outstanding aptitude for cultivation have already been successfully admitted into the Academic Palace and subsequently enlisted into the army."

"However, the cultivation of the Immortal Path has not spread as widely as Martial Arts; those blessed with Spirit Roots are exceedingly rare, appearing in perhaps one out of every thousand individuals."

Han Fei stepped forward to present his report.

"It has only been a handful of months since the introduction of Martial Arts and Immortal Path methodologies."

"Yet, the common people possess only a rudimentary understanding of the cultivation journey, equipped merely with basic cultivation techniques and lacking comprehension of the fundamental essence driving genuine cultivation."

"In anticipation of this, I have made thorough preparations."

"Ten days from now,"

"I shall personally address the intricacies of the Martial Arts path for every citizen of the world, just beyond the walls of Xianyang City."

"Furthermore, the esteemed National Master of Ghost Valley will also elucidate the profound mysteries of the Immortal Path for all the world’s people to comprehend," Zhao Feng announced with a confident smile.

"Your Highness."

"This grand event will undoubtedly create an immense stir within Xianyang, but its reach may not extend to every corner of the realm," Lv Buwei remarked respectfully.

"Every citizen of our Great Qin will be able to receive my discourse on Martial Arts via the Tian Xuan Mirror; ten days hence, all citizens across the land shall possess the right to witness this lecture on Martial Arts," Zhao Feng declared.

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