Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 830 Chapter 337: Martial Instruction Across the World, Attribute Entry [Martial Ancestor]!
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Learning that Zhao Feng intended to impart martial arts knowledge to the populace of the world, a sense of anticipation rippled through the court.
Many officials displayed hopeful expressions, particularly those from the military.
Unlike their civil counterparts, the majority of military officials had embarked on the path of martial arts, with only the elderly or infirm choosing a different course.
"The Crown Prince is indeed wise."
A chorus of admiration rose from the ministers.
"Father."
"It is time to make the announcement."
Zhao Feng, with a gentle smile, turned his gaze toward Ying Zheng.
"Qi'er."
Ying Zheng's smile widened as he called out to someone beyond the hall.
In response to the summons.
A young man of striking appearance, clad in princely robes, gracefully entered the hall where the morning discussion was held.
This was Zhao Feng's eldest son, the current Crown Prince of the Qin Emperor, Zhao Qi.
"Your humble grandson pays his respects to Grandfather Emperor."
"My child greets Father."
Zhao Qi advanced and offered a respectful bow.
"Proclaim the imperial decree," Ying Zheng instructed with a slight smile, gesturing with his hand.
"By the sacred decree of the First Emperor!"
"The imperial eldest grandson, Ying Qi of the Zhao Family, having attained the age of eighteen, is now of legal age and capable of bearing the significant responsibilities of the imperial lineage."
"It is hereby decreed that Zhao Family's Ying Qi shall be appointed the successor, bestowed with the successor's seal, empowered to draw upon the Qin nation's fortune, and entrusted with the authority to govern."
An imperial eunuch, standing nearby, held the sacred scroll and intoned the decree for all to hear.
Following the proclamation.
Another eunuch presented a box to Zhao Qi, containing the seal of succession.
"Your grandson thanks Grandfather Emperor for this profound trust."
"My child thanks Father for this profound trust."
Zhao Qi accepted the seal with both hands, bowing deeply in gratitude.
"All ministers pay homage to the successor."
The assembled civil and military officials bowed in unison.
"You may all rise," Zhao Qi commanded, turning to face them.
Raising the seal, he spoke in a clear, strong voice.
"We thank the successor."
The ministers responded in unison.
"Qi'er," Zhao Feng addressed his son.
"As the successor, there are duties that you must now embrace."
"Your father, unfortunately, leans more towards martial pursuits than governance, thus the duties that would have fallen to him must now be passed to you."
"You are to assist your Grandfather Emperor diligently in managing the affairs of state," Zhao Feng advised his son, even in the presence of the entire court.
Zhao Feng openly admitted his lack of interest in governance before the assembled officials.
This was understandable.
The pursuits of Zhao Feng were far grander than mere earthly rule.
"Please rest assured, Father," Zhao Qi replied.
"I shall undoubtedly share the burden with Grandfather Emperor," he stated with a serious expression.
Having received the seal, Zhao Qi fully grasped the weight of his new responsibilities.
Regarding his own father, everyone in the court, indeed, everyone in the world, understood that his father's responsibilities were even more immense.
He was not meant to be weighed down by the intricacies of governance, and it was for this reason that his Grandfather Emperor never voiced any objections, recognizing that it was his father who had propelled the Qin state to its current level of prominence.
"Fusu."
Zhao Feng turned his attention to Fusu.
"Your minister brother is present," Fusu responded promptly.
"When An'er reaches the age of eight, I wish for him to assist Qi'er in matters of state."
"He may choose his path among the Art of National Fortune, martial arts, or the immortal path, as he sees fit," Zhao Feng declared with a smile.
"Thank you, elder brother," Fusu said, bowing deeply with visible excitement.
He recognized that if his own son could serve alongside Zhao Qi, his future achievements would undoubtedly be even greater.
The morning discussion concluded.
"A holy decree arrives!"
"People of Great Qin, lend your ears to this decree!"
"For several months now, teachings on martial arts and the immortal path have been disseminated."
"However, despite the transmission of cultivation techniques, the people of Great Qin remain unaware of the various martial arts realms, ignorant of the barriers within martial arts, and even less informed about the ultimate pinnacle of martial arts."
"Therefore, at this time."
"The Crown Prince, inspired by this need, shall deliver lectures on martial arts in Xianyang, for the benefit of all the people of Great Qin."
"All citizens of Great Qin are welcome to attend."
"Given the vast population of Great Qin, not all can physically gather within Xianyang City. Consequently, the Crown Prince has graciously permitted the activation of the Tian Xuan Mirror's authority, enabling all citizens of Great Qin to remotely access and partake in the Crown Prince's martial arts lecture through the Tian Xuan Mirror."
"Following the Crown Prince's martial arts discourse, the Great Qin Master shall then impart cultivation methods to the people of the world."
"All people of the world are invited to listen!"
"Furthermore."
"His Majesty issues a holy decree."
"As the year draws to a close and a new one dawns."
"Our Great Qin already flourishes, its people are prosperous, and the national treasury is abundant."
"This is the collective accomplishment of all our people, and the court ought to bestow blessings upon everyone."
"Effective immediately, the grain tax shall be reduced by an additional ten percent."
"Let us celebrate the New Year together."
Across the vast Great Qin Territory, encompassing its Nine Provinces and Thirty-Six Counties.
All the officials solemnly recited the imperial edict.
Without question.
This pronouncement from the imperial decree once again ignited widespread excitement.
"His Majesty's wisdom is unparalleled."
"And the Crown Prince possesses great insight as well."
"Taxes have been lowered yet again; my household will now have a ten percent surplus."
"Hahaha, indeed, this extra ten percent of grain can be exchanged for contribution points to aid our cultivation. Though my aptitude is lacking, my son's talent is exceptional; I must dedicate all my efforts to nurturing him."
"It's the same for my family; the path of martial arts forms the very foundation for Great Qin's future."
"The Crown Prince's lectures on martial arts present a golden opportunity."
"The Crown Prince is revered as the Martial Ancestor who established martial arts; with his guidance, we will undoubtedly grasp martial arts more profoundly and find our cultivation journeys smoother."
"Truly, the only martial arts realm I am familiar with is the Postnatal Realm, as detailed in the cultivation techniques provided by the court; I have no knowledge of what realms might exist beyond the Postnatal Realm?"
...
As the imperial decree reached every corner, the populace of the world fell into a state of elation.
Naturally, this brought about a considerable ripple effect.
Within the Zhangtai Palace!
Ying Zheng and Zhao Feng were seated opposite each other.
"Feng'er."
"I have conceived an idea."
Ying Zheng's expression was one of grave importance.
"What is this idea?" Zhao Feng inquired with a smile.
"Now that the cultivation methods have been disseminated throughout Great Qin, the path of cultivation demands substantial resources."
"Relying solely on the provisions allocated by the court can only sustain the requirements of the military and officials; however, it makes the true prosperity of civilian cultivation difficult to achieve."
"If we were to actively encourage the populace to cultivate spiritual herbs and medicines on a large scale, they might achieve considerable success."
"Furthermore."
"The court could procure spiritual herbs and medicines from the people, and the disciplines of alchemy, artifact refining, and formation crafting require significant nurturing."
"The court can then manufacture an abundance of dan pills. Civilian cultivators could acquire these directly through the Tian Xuan Mirror, exchanging spiritual medicines for contribution points. Subsequently, these points could be utilized to purchase dan pills and the like. In doing so, a complete cycle would be established," Ying Zheng explained with a smile.