Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 884 Chapter 359: Qin Ascends to Emperor Dynasty! Ying Zheng Grants the Authority of National Fortune! (Part 2)
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"The rule remains: only those who have attained Innate status may enter," Ying Zheng mused before speaking.
"Your Majesty's wisdom is unparalleled," the assembled ministers echoed in unison.
"Father."
"Today marks a momentous occasion for Qin, with the world now unified."
"It is fitting that we celebrate this triumph with all the people."
Zhao Feng's voice resonated from beyond the hall's entrance.
Upon hearing his words,
Ying Zheng's countenance brightened with a smile.
"We pay our respects to the Crown Prince."
The ministers bowed deeply in unison.
"What Feng'er has proposed is indeed most correct."
"The unification of the world is a cause for celebration by all."
"Issue an imperial decree."
"The grain tax across the realm shall be reduced by twenty percent. For the Huaxia and Jiuli clans, the tax burden will be lowered to thirty percent, while all other groups will be taxed at fifty percent."
"This decree is to commemorate the joyous unification of the world under the Qin banner," Ying Zheng declared without hesitation.
"Your Majesty is wise and benevolent."
The ministers erupted in loud praise.
Not a single dissenting voice was heard.
Given the widespread adoption of Spiritual Grain and the Qin national treasury's ample reserves, the state and prefectural granaries were overflowing; thus, a tax reduction posed no adverse consequences.
"Father."
"Six years have now passed since the laws were disseminated."
"For all groups beyond our Qin, Huaxia, and Jiuli, the cultivation of the Martial Dao should be made accessible."
Zhao Feng spoke up, his suggestion catching many by surprise.
As these words left his lips,
all the ministers turned to regard Zhao Feng with astonishment, some hesitating to voice their thoughts.
"Feng'er,"
"What profound considerations lie behind your proposal?" Ying Zheng inquired immediately.
"The Mortal World now rests entirely under Qin's dominion, allowing us to direct its Qi Fortune. To bolster Qin's Qi Fortune in the future, our focus must be on population growth and, secondly, on the cultivation strength of our citizens."
"As the Martial Ancestor presiding over the Martial Dao."
"All who cultivate the Martial Dao fall under my divine suppression; thus, apart from our Huaxia and Jiuli clans, other groups are permitted to cultivate the Martial Dao."
"For Qin to flourish, these populations must not be neglected, hence the decision to transmit martial arts to these other tribes," Zhao Feng elaborated slowly, his tone exuding unwavering confidence.
Previously,
before attaining the Martial Ancestor's status,
Zhao Feng had harbored reservations about foreign tribes, fearing they might incite unrest after taking up cultivation.
However, such concerns were now entirely unfounded.
The Martial Ancestor, the supreme master of Martial Arts!
No practitioner of the Martial Dao could possibly challenge his authority.
Allowing foreign tribes to cultivate the Martial Dao was a matter completely within his control!
Furthermore, the proliferation of martial artists across the world would directly augment Zhao Feng's Qi Fortune as the Martial Ancestor. As Qin's citizens engaged in Martial Dao cultivation, the Qi Fortune they channeled to Qin would surge; Zhao Feng, by consolidating the power of these martial artists with his supreme strength as the Martial Ancestor, could infinitely amplify this amassed power.
"Additionally."
"Shall our Qin truly be confined to the Mortal World in perpetuity?"
"Should the Heavenly Court launch an invasion, or should Immortals and Buddhas seek to obliterate Qin and enslave its people, would Qin not then retaliate by conquering the Immortal Realm itself?"
"In the epochs to come,"
"Qin's dominion will extend beyond merely the Human races."
"The Earth Immortal Realm is home to the Ten Thousand Clans, many of whom suffer under the tyrannical oppression of Immortals and Gods; these are precisely the entities Qin will seek to incorporate and conquer in the future."
"In comparison to the myriad clans inhabiting the Earth Immortal Realm in future times, these Human race tribes, now fully under Qin's control, will be like kin to us."
"Ministers, as long as Qin prospers, any clan can be a resource to be utilized."
"However, all endeavors must be founded upon absolute strength and absolute control,"
Zhao Feng declared, his gaze sweeping across the ministers, his words laden with profound significance.
Upon hearing Zhao Feng's pronouncements,
the ministers within the grand hall adopted solemn, contemplative expressions.
"The Crown Prince's words have illuminated my understanding."
"Let us reiterate these profound sentiments."
"Ministers, do not confine your future aspirations to the mere scope of mortal dynasties."
"Qin has now ascended to the status of a Yun Dynasty, and it may very well supplant the Heavenly Court one day,"
Ying Zheng chuckled, his voice resonating with an overwhelming surge of ambition.
Hearing this,
the ministers' expressions ignited with fervent fervor.
"To replace the Heavenly Court!"
"As ministers of Qin, could we not then ascend to godhood ourselves?"
"To become immortals, wielding divine authority?"
"Could such a destiny truly be within our grasp?"
The ministers in the grand hall displayed a mixture of awe, fervent aspiration, and a touch of unbridled greed.
"Such a vast realm now belongs to Qin."
"The future for Qin is to conquer the Immortal Realm and usurp the Heavenly Court."
"Are the ministers fearful?"
Ying Zheng offered a gentle smile, though his tone became solemn.
At this juncture,
All the court officials snapped back to attention, revealing a fervent and even more profound ambition.
"We pledge our absolute loyalty to Your Majesty, and unwavering devotion to the Crown Prince."
"One day, Qin shall conquer the Immortal Realm, supplanting the Heavenly Court to rule in its stead."
The civil and military officials alike roared in unison.
At this very moment.
Ying Zheng and Zhao Feng decisively set an even grander objective for their ministers.
The Mortal World is now secure.
The ministers' current duties seem somewhat relaxed, and presenting them with a greater aspiration is quite fitting.
"Seize the Heavenly Court and establish ourselves in its place!"
"A full year has elapsed."
"The Heavenly Court has yet to dispatch any troops to the Lower Realm."
"This time might prove distinct from the last; the Heavenly Court will undoubtedly dispatch a significantly larger contingent of Heavenly Soldiers and Generals to the Lower Realm," Zhao Feng stated slowly.
"When the soldiers arrive, we shall impede them; when the waters surge, we shall dam them," Ying Zheng chuckled.
"For now."
"We must first thoroughly absorb the Qi Fortune of the Mortal World, converting it into National Fortune, thereby elevating us to a Yun Dynasty."
"With an abundance of National Fortune, only then can our Qin ministers cultivate at an accelerated pace," Zhao Feng remarked with a smile to Ying Zheng.
"Indeed."
A glimmer of anticipation also flickered within Ying Zheng's eyes.
Without delay.
The establishment of the Holy Court was set into motion.
A piercing screech echoed.
High above in the void, the National Fortune coalesced, directly manifesting the National Fortune Mysterious Bird of Qin.
Its colossal form, spanning four hundred and seventy zhang*, completely enveloped the expanse of the void under the sheer pressure of the National Fortune.
And as the National Fortune materialized.
The Nine Tripod Cauldrons responded in an unseen manner.
The formerly invisible barrier that had encased the entire Great Qin Territory now became apparent.
"The territory of our Qin, its very Qi Fortune belongs solely to Qin."
"Transform this Qi Fortune into National Fortune!"
Ying Zheng commanded with undeniable authority.
The Mystic Bird ascended majestically into the heavens.
The entirety of the Mortal World's Qi Fortune began to stream towards the Mystic Bird.
As the Qi Fortune integrated.
The Mystic Bird's manifested form started to expand with remarkable speed.
Five hundred zhang.
Five hundred and fifty zhang.
Six hundred zhang, and beyond...
"The accumulated Qi Fortune of the entire Mortal World should be sufficient to propel Qin to the esteemed realm of an Emperor Dynasty."
"Upon reaching the status of an Emperor Dynasty, Qin's Yun Dynasty will achieve the zenith of the Mortal World, allowing the true power of the Yun Dynasty to be fully unleashed," Zhao Feng's eyes gleamed with fervent expectation.
Under the watchful gaze of the entire court, and indeed, the populace of Xianyang City itself.
The totem manifested by the Mystic Bird grew progressively larger.
Finally.
It reached a significant threshold.
Seven hundred zhang!
Eight hundred zhang!
Ultimately settling at an impressive eight hundred and thirty zhang!
This magnitude firmly placed it within the classification of a mid-grade Emperor Dynasty.
"Today."
"Qin officially ascends to the Great Qin Jin Dynasty!"
Gazing upon the Mystic Bird, which had now successfully assimilated the Qi Fortune of the entire Mortal World, Ying Zheng proclaimed with elation.
Subsequently.
The esteemed National Treasure Jade Seal materialized within his grasp.
"By the imperial decree of the Great Qin Jin Dynasty, I bestow upon our Qin ministers and soldiers the blessings of National Fortune."
"Our Qin's state governors, wielding their official seals, shall be empowered to mobilize the National Fortune of an entire state for their personal use, thereby resisting and vanquishing any foe."
"Our Qin's county prefects, bearing their official seals, shall possess the ability to mobilize the National Fortune of a single county for their endeavors, aiding in the resistance and annihilation of enemies."
"Our Qin's county governors, empowered by their official seals, shall be granted the might to mobilize the National Fortune of a dedicated county for their martial pursuits, effectively resisting and slaying any adversary," Ying Zheng declared with supreme authority.
Following Ying Zheng's pronouncements.
The corresponding empowerment was instantly conferred upon the officials tasked with safeguarding Qin.
This marked the tangible manifestation of the Yun Dynasty's authority, a privilege earned through the ascension to Emperor Dynasty status.
"Your Majesty's wisdom is unparalleled."
The assembled ministers voiced their admiration in unison.
"Wherever the territory of our Qin extends."
"With National Fortune serving as the bedrock, the Nine Tripod Cauldrons as unwavering support, and the Nine Provinces Barrier ensuring the security of the Daqin World."
Zhao Feng, acting with precision, channeled the power of the National Fortune. The Nine Tripod Cauldrons were strategically repositioned, reinforcing the Nine Extremes of Qin Territory, while the Nine Provinces Barrier enveloped the entirety of the Mortal World within its protective embrace.
Beneath the safeguarding influence of the Nine Provinces Barrier.
The power of National Fortune rendered the calamities sent by Immortals and Gods ineffective.
With the Nine Tripod Cauldrons' might, the land prospered under favorable weather.
Though the environment for the ancient Human Race was incredibly harsh, how did they endure amidst the tyranny of the Witch Demon Clans?
Primarily, it was the Human Race's spirit of self-reliance.
Secondly, it was the protection offered by the Nine Tripod Cauldrons, which secured the foundation of the Human Race.
As the Nine Tripod Cauldrons shielded the Human Race's territory, the divine powers of disaster wielded by the demon gods could not breach their defenses.
The imperial court session concluded!
"Feng'er."
"Are you making preparations to journey to the Immortal Realm?"
Once Ying Zheng and his son were the sole occupants of the grand hall, Ying Zheng couldn't refrain from inquiring.
"Father, what makes you say that?" Zhao Feng responded with a smile.
"Intuition."
Ying Zheng offered a smile.
"It's no wonder you're my father."
"Your guess is accurate."
Zhao Feng playfully remarked with a grin, then stated, "Indeed!"
"Mere defense is not my aspiration."
"This time, I shall await another assault from the Heavenly Court, and upon their complete annihilation."
"I intend to launch an offensive into the Immortal Realm."
"However, it won't be a showy advance, but rather a gradual series of encroachments," Zhao Feng explained with a smile.
"How do you intend to achieve this?"
Ying Zheng inquired, his voice laced with concern.
"Recall how Qin conquered the Six States and unified Shenzhou in the past?" Zhao Feng replied, a smile playing on his lips.
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*Note: A "zhang" is a traditional Chinese unit of length, which is approximately 3.3 meters or 10.8 feet.