The Myth of Daqin: The Soul of Yi Xiaochuan

One day, the sky was as blue as a gem, the sun was shining brightly, and the sky was golden. A gentle breeze brought bursts of fresh air, blowing across my face, making me feel relaxed and happy.

The First Emperor, dressed in plain and elegant casual clothes, walked out of the imperial city with light steps.

Closely following the First Emperor was his most trusted Weiwei Li Ze.

Li Ze was a burly figure with a resolute face, and his sharp eyes were constantly scanning the surroundings. He exuded an invisible pressure that made people afraid to approach him easily.

However, not far away, a group of elite soldiers of the Weiwei Army were hiding in the dark. They were lurking silently and guarding the First Emperor like an indestructible line of defense, ensuring the absolute safety of the First Emperor.

The First Emperor and Li Ze walked side by side, strolling leisurely in the bustling and noisy city of Xianyang.

The streets are bustling with people, their voices filled with laughter, conversation, and bargaining, creating a lively and vivid scene.

The First Emperor watched all this with great interest, smiling, feeling particularly happy. He walked at a steady pace, stopping from time to time to listen to the people's laughter and joy, as if he could personally feel the infinite vitality and enthusiasm of the city.

He noticed some quaint little stalls displaying a dazzling array of goods, a feast for the eyes. The exquisite handicrafts, vibrant in color, unique in shape, and crafted with exceptional craftsmanship, and the steaming, fragrant delicacies of all kinds, were truly mouth-watering.

The First Emperor could not suppress his curiosity and involuntarily walked closer to the stalls, carefully examining the items on them.

He reached out and picked up a finely carved wooden sculpture, examining it carefully, unable to help but admire the craftsman's superb skills. Then, he gently took a bite of the sweet and delicious fruit, a look of satisfaction on his face.

Finally, he came to a snack stall and was attracted by the rich aroma, which immediately whetted his appetite.

During this process, the First Emperor felt the prosperity of Xianyang City and the satisfaction of the people.

He saw the streets and alleys of Xianyang bustling with people and traffic; he heard the people's laughter and longing for a better life; he smelled the aroma of various foods and the sound of merchants bargaining in the market. These scenes brought the First Emperor great joy, but also a sense of pressure. For he knew that as the ruler of a country, his responsibility was not just to govern Xianyang well, but to ensure a better life for the people of the entire Qin Dynasty.

The First Emperor knew that, despite his status as the Son of Heaven, he was only an ordinary man. He could not predict the future, nor could he guarantee a long life. But he believed that as long as he worked hard, he would create even greater glory in history. Therefore, he decided to dedicate the rest of his life to his country and its people, making the Qin Empire a powerful and prosperous empire.

The First Emperor understood that in order to achieve this goal, he first needed to solve various domestic problems.

Over the years, he has vigorously implemented reform policies to strengthen central power and weaken local forces.

He ordered the construction of large-scale projects such as the Great Wall and the Lingqu Canal, which promoted economic development and cultural exchanges.

In addition, he actively expanded the territory, launched foreign wars, and expanded the territory of Qin. Through these measures, the First Emperor not only consolidated his ruling position, but also promoted social progress and development.

However, as time went on, the First Emperor gradually realized that relying solely on his own strength was far from enough. He needed more talented and capable people to help him achieve this grand goal.

Over the years, the First Emperor began to recruit talented individuals, such as Wang Jian, Li Si, Wei Liao, and Meng Tian, ​​and offered them generous treatment and high positions. Inspired by the First Emperor, many talented individuals devoted themselves to the construction of the Qin Empire and made significant contributions to the prosperity of the country.

Throughout this process, the First Emperor maintained a clear mind. He clearly understood that achieving the rejuvenation of China was no easy task. It required not only his own efforts but also the joint efforts of all the people.

To this end, the First Emperor frequently visited the people to understand their sufferings and needs. He listened to their voices and constantly improved his policies. Thanks to his efforts, the Qin Empire grew stronger and the people's living standards improved significantly.

But now, the First Emperor knew that his life would eventually come to an end. However, if he could achieve immortality, he could continue to lead the Qin Dynasty to prosperity.

So, he began his quest for the elixir of life. Despite repeated failures, the First Emperor never gave up. He firmly believed that as long as he persevered, he would one day find the secret to immortality. So, he sent envoys overseas to search for immortals, hoping to gain their guidance.

At this moment, a fierce quarrel suddenly broke into the ears of the First Emperor, pulling him back to reality from his thoughts.

He couldn't help but look in the direction of the sound, and saw a small vendor arguing with a customer.

The First Emperor stepped forward and asked about the whole story.

It turned out that the customer felt that the goods sold by the vendor were too expensive, but the vendor firmly claimed that his pricing was reasonable and fair.

The First Emperor frowned slightly. He knew that price stability was of vital importance to the lives of ordinary people.

He examined the goods carefully, then turned to the vendor and said, "The prices are indeed a bit high. They should be lowered so that more ordinary people can benefit from them."

After hearing this, the vendor nodded in agreement.

The First Emperor turned around and said to the people around him, "I left the palace today to personally experience the suffering of the people. If you have any difficulties or troubles, you can tell me."

When the people heard this, they kowtowed and shouted, "Long live your majesty, and long live the Great Qin."

The First Emperor smiled and began to inspect the streets again. He became more determined to make the Qin Dynasty more prosperous and powerful.

As the First Emperor continued walking, he suddenly saw a crowd of people in front of him. He walked over and saw that it was a juggler performing a fire-breathing stunt. The onlookers cheered from time to time.

The First Emperor smiled slightly and said to Li Ze beside him, "This man has superb skills. You might as well reward him with some money." After that, he took out a few copper coins and threw them in front of the artist.

The artist was so grateful that he knelt down to express his gratitude. The First Emperor waved his hand, signaling him to stand up and continue the performance.

Just as everyone was watching with great interest, a carriage sped past and almost hit a child nearby.

Li Ze saw this and immediately stepped forward, took the child aside, and angrily scolded the driver, "How dare you be so presumptuous under the feet of the emperor!"

The driver turned pale with fright and quickly got off the car to kowtow and apologize.

The First Emperor looked at the driver and said sternly, "Drive carefully and do not harm innocent people. Since this is your first offense, I will not pursue the matter further."

After saying this, the First Emperor turned and left. He thought to himself, "It seems that there are still many things in the capital that need to be rectified. I must discuss this carefully after returning to the palace."

As the First Emperor and his entourage continued walking, they suddenly heard the sounds of quarreling and fighting not far away. They followed the sounds to a street corner and saw two men arguing fiercely, even coming to blows.

"Stop!" the First Emperor shouted. The two men stopped immediately after hearing the sound.

The First Emperor walked up to them and asked, "Why are you arguing and fighting here?"

One of the men bowed and said, "Your Majesty, this man owed me money and refused to pay it back. I have tried to collect it many times but to no avail. I am now forced to take action."

The other man lowered his head and said nothing.

The First Emperor glanced at him and said, "It is only natural to pay back a debt. If you have any difficulties, you can explain them to the authorities. How can you solve problems with force?"

The man nodded repeatedly and promised to pay the money back as soon as possible.

The First Emperor said to the first man, "You should also pay attention to your methods and avoid acting impulsively."

After resolving the dispute, the First Emperor said to Li Ze with a heavy heart: "Civil disputes occur from time to time. The government should strengthen management to ensure that the people can live and work in peace and contentment."