The Myth of Daqin: The Soul of Yi Xiaochuan

In the evening, the sun set, and the afterglow shone on Meng Yi's slightly tired face. He had just finished a busy day and rushed back to the mansion from the military camp outside the city.

After pausing for a moment at the door, he sighed softly, with an indescribable reluctance flashing in his eyes, because he knew very well that the upcoming eastern tour might mean a long separation from his family.

Entering the mansion, Meng Yi walked through the long corridor to the west courtyard. He carefully pushed open the door and entered the room. The room was serene. Lü Su sat quietly embroidering by the window, the sunlight streaming through the window onto her like a beautiful painting.

Meng Yi walked over to Lu Su and sat down, gently holding her hand, and said softly: "My wife, I will be accompanying His Majesty on an eastern tour in the next few days, and I don't know when I will be able to return." His voice was full of helplessness and guilt.

Lu Su slowly raised her head and gazed at Meng Yi tenderly, her eyes gleaming with attachment and reluctance. However, she still managed a smile and softly replied, "My husband, I know this is your duty. Don't worry, I'll be waiting for you at home."

Meng Yi held Lu Su's hand tightly, feeling her warmth, his eyes filled with deep love. He solemnly instructed, "My dear, please take good care of yourself while I'm away. If you encounter any difficulties or need help, please send someone to find Meng Xin and Xiao He. They will do their best to help you."

Lu Su nodded vigorously, tears sparkling in her eyes, and said in a choked voice: "Husband, I will. You should also pay attention to safety and come back soon."

Meng Yi gazed at Lu Su deeply, his heart filled with reluctance and attachment. He stretched out his hands and hugged Lu Su tightly in his arms, feeling her warmth and love.

Lu Su also responded to Meng Yi's hug without hesitation, and their bodies were pressed tightly together, as if they were about to merge into one.

They quietly enjoyed the tranquility and warmth of the moment, and time seemed to stand still. Meng Yi gently stroked Lu Su's hair and said softly, "Don't worry, my lady, I will definitely return safely."

Lu Su raised her head slightly, looked at Meng Yi affectionately, and said softly: "My husband, I believe you. No matter what happens, I will be here waiting for you to come back. Please be careful and take care of yourself."

Meng Yi gently kissed Lu Su's forehead and replied with a smile: "Yes, my lady, I understand."

After saying this, Meng Yi once again held Lu Su tightly in his arms, feeling the sound of her heartbeat. The two of them embraced each other, enjoying this moment of happiness and peace. Although they were about to separate, their hearts were always connected.

The next morning, the sun was high in the sky, the sky was as blue as a gem, and the breeze was blowing gently, bringing a hint of coolness, making people feel extremely comfortable.

Meng Yi, dressed in a black robe and with a calm demeanor, walked steadily to the Lieutenant's office. His face was stern and his gaze was firm, revealing a sense of majesty and confidence.

After entering the office, he immediately summoned Ying Bu, Xiao He and Meng Xin and walked into a quiet study together.

The study was furnished in a simple and elegant style, devoid of excessive decoration. The desk was neatly arranged with bamboo slips, and the table was filled with exquisite writing brushes, inkstones, and inkstones. Everything was in perfect order, imbued with a cultural atmosphere. The four of them sat facing each other, the atmosphere solemn and dignified.

Meng Yi spoke solemnly, "Everyone, I will be accompanying His Majesty on his eastern tour in the near future. This tour is of great significance and is related to the stability and development of the Qin Empire."

Meng Yi turned to look at Xiao He and said in a deep voice, "Xiao He, you will stay in Xianyang and handle the daily government affairs. At the same time, you must pay close attention to the developments in the court. If there are any signs of trouble or unusual circumstances, be sure to send someone to report to me promptly."

Xiao He stood up, bowed respectfully and said, "As you wish!"

Xiao He continued, "My Lord, I heard that Your Majesty wants to personally witness the large ship sailing out to sea in search of immortals during this eastern tour?"

Meng Yi nodded and replied, "Indeed, Your Majesty has always longed for immortality. This desire has become even more pressing in the past six months. This eastern tour, in addition to inspecting the people's sentiments, is also intended to seek the immortals who can help him attain immortality."

At this time, Ying Bu interrupted and said, "General, we must make every possible preparation to ensure the safety of His Majesty."

Meng Yi agreed, his gaze sweeping across the crowd, finally stopping at Xiao He. He slowly said, "There may be many unexpected events during this eastern tour. We must remain vigilant and be prepared to respond at any time."

Xiao He and others nodded, indicating that they understood the importance and difficulty of the task.

Xiao He stood up and bowed, saying, "Don't worry, my lord. We will do our best." The others also stood up and said in unison, "We are willing to fight to the death!" Their voices revealed firm belief and loyalty.

Meng Yi looked at the crowd before him, feeling deeply moved. These were his most capable subordinates and most reliable brothers, and their attitude made him feel extremely relieved.

Then, Meng Yi looked at Meng Xin again and said seriously, "Meng Xin, you will also stay in Xianyang and assist Xiao He in handling affairs. At the same time, you must strengthen the security of the Meng Mansion to ensure the safety of your family. If there is an emergency, you can contact me directly."

Meng Xin also stood up and bowed, saying, "I will obey your orders!" He knew very well that he was shouldering an important responsibility and must do his utmost to protect the safety of the Meng family.

Meng Yi nodded slightly, expressing his satisfaction. Then, turning to Ying Bu, he said with a firm gaze, "Ying Bu, select a group of capable men to accompany me. We must make every possible preparation to ensure the safety of His Majesty."

Ying Bu straightened up, clasped his hands together, and answered loudly: "I obey your command!"

Afterwards, everyone dispersed and started to get busy.

The entire Lieutenant's Office was filled with a tense and solemn atmosphere. Everyone left with a sense of mission and responsibility and devoted themselves to their respective work.

At the same time, Li Ziwei also arrived at Meng Yi's study. His steps were light and quick, as if he was afraid to disturb Meng Yi who was deep in thought.

After entering the study, Li Ziwei bowed slightly to Meng Yi, then said softly, "General, the Jinyiwei personnel have been dispatched along the line from Xianyang to Liaoxi. If there are any unusual movements, we will report them in time."

Meng Yi listened to Li Ziwei's words and nodded with satisfaction, a faint smile on his face. He looked at Li Ziwei with admiration and praised him, "Not bad, Ziwei, you've done a great job." He then added, "In addition, we must strengthen the secret surveillance of the three dukes and nine ministers of the court, including Zhao Gao, Hu Hai, Fusu, and others. These people are important figures in the court. If they behave abnormally, it could affect the stability of the Qin Dynasty."

"Yes, I understand." Li Ziwei replied respectfully.

Meng Yi paused, as if recalling something important, and continued, "One more thing. Send someone to monitor the movements of the Xiongnu and the remnants of the Six Kingdoms. These two forces have always been a major threat to the Qin Dynasty, and we cannot take them lightly. If you discover any signs of trouble, report them to me immediately."

"Yes, I understand." Li Ziwei accepted the order again.

Meng Yi waved his hand, signaling Li Ziwei to leave. Li Ziwei saluted and turned to leave, his footsteps gradually disappearing into the corridor.

Meng Yi stood quietly by the window, his hands clasped behind his back, gazing out at the scenery outside. Sunlight streamed through the window, casting a golden glow on him. His eyes were deep and resolute, as if they could penetrate time and space, perceiving everything in the world. At this moment, he pondered the future of the Qin Empire and how to respond to various potential threats.