Qin Dynasty: Starting with a free Fire Kirin Sword

Ying Zheng turned his gaze to Xinghun, his expression softening considerably: "Xinghun, you've had a tough time infiltrating the Yin Yang School all these years."

“Serving His Majesty is my duty!” Xing Tui tried to remain calm and replied politely.

Ying Zheng smiled and said, "Don't worry, I will remember your contributions to the country and will reward you accordingly in the future."

"Now you can go home and reunite with your family."

"They haven't seen you for years, they must miss you very much!"

Due to Donghuang Taiyi's strict surveillance, Xinghun was almost unable to leave the Yin Yang School to carry out personal activities. Even when he went out to carry out missions, he faced heavy surveillance.

Therefore, the wish to see his family before returning to Xianyang was just a pipe dream.

Now that Donghuang Taiyi has passed away, the problems of the Yin-Yang School have been completely resolved, and they can naturally return to their families and enjoy time with their loved ones.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Xinghun replied gratefully.

He then quickened his pace and left hastily, clearly eager to see his family whom he had been separated from for so long.

After Xinghun left his seat, Ying Zheng turned his gaze to the remaining two ministers, Dunruo and Yao Jia.

"Dunruo, Yaojia, I have a mission that I need you to complete."

"Please give your instructions, Your Majesty!" The two bowed slightly, awaiting orders.

Ying Zheng's tone became firm and somewhat cold: "Send top assassins to Yan to retrieve Fan Yuqi's head."

"His failure resulted in the loss of 60,000 Qin soldiers; if he had been brave enough to face the consequences, he could have returned and been punished."

"But he not only betrayed his country, he also joined the enemy state of Yan. Such behavior is unforgivable..."

"If this is left unchecked, how will the authority of the Qin state and myself be maintained?" Ying Zheng's gaze turned as cold and hard as ice as he finished speaking.

Clearly, Fan Yuqi's escape enraged him.

The defeat on the battlefield was secondary; what was more important was that he lacked the courage to take responsibility and instead chose to defect to the enemy country!

"Yes, sir!" Dunruo and Yao Jia replied firmly.

Just as the two were about to take action, "thump, thump, thump!" came rapid footsteps from outside the door, and a palace guard hurriedly walked in.

"Report to Your Majesty!"

"What is it?" Ying Zheng turned his head and asked.

The guard said, "Your Majesty, Lord Lin Qi requests an audience!"

"Lin Qi!" A hint of surprise flashed in Ying Zheng's eyes, and he immediately waved his hand, signaling, "Please let him in immediately." "Yes, sir!"

After saying this, the guard quickly withdrew.

A short while later, Lin Qi slowly entered the hall.

"Greetings, Your Majesty!" Lin Qi bowed slightly and greeted you respectfully.

Ying Zheng smiled gently and said, "Lin Qi, I thought you wouldn't be back for a few more days. I didn't expect to see you today. Why not stay a little longer?"

According to Dunruo and Yaojia's descriptions, Ying Zheng had some knowledge of Lin Qi's experiences.

He also found joy in the world's prosperity and tranquility.

Therefore, instead of urging Lynch to return immediately, he was allowed to stay in the area for a few more days.

Lin Qi smiled and said, "Handling important matters is of utmost importance; other trivial matters can be postponed."

"In addition, I also plan to travel to the six kingdoms to find the remaining five bronze boxes, so I rushed back to report."

"The bronze box contains the secret of the Seven Mansions of the Azure Dragon!"

Ying Zheng's eyes flashed, revealing a strong interest and anticipation. He said to Lin Qi, "So, Lin Qi, what specific plans do you have for finding these five bronze boxes?"

Lin Qi replied, "Your Majesty, I wish to borrow one of the bronze boxes you possess."

"With a bronze box and Yanfei's expertise in astrology, we can track down the whereabouts of the other bronze boxes."

"This will make it much easier to collect the secrets hidden in the remaining boxes."

“Very good, I agree!” Ying Zheng nodded in agreement almost without thinking.

Then, he looked at Dunruo and ordered, "Dunruo, go to the inner palace's forbidden storeroom and fetch a bronze box."

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Dunruo replied respectfully and then left the room.

These bronze boxes are kept in the core forbidden area of ​​the deep palace, where the protection is exceptionally tight, even more solid and complex than the forbidden area of ​​the Yin Yang School headquarters, and even represents the technological achievements of the Gongshu family.

Because it incorporated the Gongshu family's exquisite mechanical technology, this place was truly impregnable, riddled with traps! After Dunruo left.

Ying Zheng looked at Lin Qi again and asked, "Lin Qi, which country do you plan to start with?"

"I have just launched a great war to conquer the six states, and have dispatched troops to attack the states of Han, Qi, and Zhao respectively."

"I have already obtained the bronze box from Korea, so I will no longer consider it. Qi and Zhao are your current targets. You can advance with the army and look for opportunities to obtain the bronze box during the campaign."

“Once the war begins, both Qi and Zhao will inevitably fall into chaos, which will be the best time to search for the bronze box.” “At that time, your actions will be relatively easier, and you will not be greatly interfered with by the enemy.”

Ying Zheng's suggestion was undoubtedly a wise choice.

Faced with an attack from Qin, both countries would inevitably be thrown into chaos.

Under these circumstances, Lynch's search for the bronze box would be easier, taking advantage of the public's panic.

If you choose another country that has not been affected by the war, the difficulty of the mission will increase significantly.

If these three peaceful nations were to learn of Lynch's whereabouts within their territories, they might deploy troops to surround and eliminate him, thus posing a greater danger and challenge.

After a brief moment of thought, Lynch shook his head and said, "These two countries don't need to rush into action for the time being."

"It might be easier to search after our army has conquered it." "My primary target is actually the State of Yan!"

"The State of Yan?" Ying Zheng's eyes flickered slightly.

Previously, he had discussed with Dun Ruo and Yao Jia the matter of bringing back the head of the fugitive official Fan Yuqi from the State of Yan.

Unexpectedly, Lin Qi's target was also the Yan Kingdom.

Lin Qi continued, "Your Majesty, as far as I know, Fan Yuqi, who has fled to the Yan Kingdom, is our target?"

"I can take this opportunity to search for the bronze box while simultaneously dealing with it, bringing back Fan Yuqi's head to demonstrate our nation's strength and your wisdom!"

Ying Zheng was slightly surprised after hearing Lin Qi's explanation.

These words are consistent with his earlier remarks about Yao and Jia.

Then he smiled and replied, "Lin Qi, actually I was just discussing matters concerning Fan Yuqi with Dun Ruo and Yao Jia."

"I originally intended to order them to go to the Yan Kingdom to kill Fan Yuqi, but I did not expect that you would arrive just as we finished discussing it."

"It is indeed a very coincidental situation!" This is truly a coincidence within a coincidence!

Just after the task was assigned, Lin Qi came to say that he could also complete the task.

Moreover, given Lynch's abilities, his chances of success are much higher than those of Dunruo and the others.

Even the legendary Donghuang Taiyi was defeated by him.

Within the territory of Yan, apart from the Mo family's mechanical city, no other place could stop Lin Qi's advance. Therefore, to deal with Fan Yuqi, he had to be the only one!

"Very good!" Ying Zheng nodded emphatically. "In that case, I entrust the task of defeating Fan Yuqi to you, Lin Qi!"

Lin Qi nodded slightly and replied, "Also, Your Majesty, please note that our trip to Yan is not only to find the bronze box and resolve the matter of Fan Yuqi."

“I have another important request,” he continued. “I hope to have the support of three thousand elite soldiers and masters from the Mohist school.”

Ying Zheng raised an eyebrow in confusion and asked, "Why do we need so many soldiers and the help of the Gongshu family?"

Lin Qi stated without reservation: "The target is the Mo family's mechanical city."

The place was filled with ingenious traps and mechanisms, making it as impregnable as a fortress; any attempt to attack would require the specialized skills of the Gongshu family.

He added, "Moreover, the mechanical white tiger we captured earlier has likely been thoroughly studied by the Gongshu family, and can be used to counter the Mo family's defensive mechanisms, helping us to breach the mechanical city." Upon hearing this, Ying Zheng showed a look of sudden realization.

However, he was still puzzled and asked, "Is your purpose in attacking the Mohists merely for revenge?"

"Or perhaps, some important treasure is hidden there?"

Lin Qi had previously been surrounded by three forces: the Dao Tuo, the Mechanical White Tiger, and the Mechanical Vermilion Bird, all dispatched by the Mo family.

Although he eventually defeated the thief, destroyed the mechanical Vermilion Bird, and captured the mechanical White Tiger, the experience of being attacked must have left him with resentment.

Therefore, seeking a counterattack and striking at the Mohists is a matter of course.

However, Ying Zheng believed that Lin Qi would not act solely for revenge.

Especially since their target was one of their most stubborn adversaries: the Mo Family's Mechanical City!

In Ying Zheng's view, Lin Qi must have had other intentions.

Lin Qi smiled without saying a word and said, "Your Majesty's wisdom is truly exceptional!"

"In fact, there are indeed important clues to uncovering the secret of the 'Seven Constellations of the Azure Dragon' hidden in the Mo family's mechanical city."

"That is a treasure known as the 'Illusory Sound Box'."

After we collect all seven bronze chests, we will need to use this Illusionary Sound Box to finally unravel all the mysteries of the Azure Dragon's Seven Mansions.

Furthermore, to unlock the great secret of the Azure Dragon Seven Constellations, besides these seven small boxes and the Illusionary Sound Box,

It also requires the assistance of the internal cultivation of the Mohists and the unique abilities possessed by the Yin-Yang School.

However, these auxiliary conditions are not the most important.

The key still lies in these main items: seven bronze chests plus the Illusionary Sound Box!

Ying Zheng nodded in approval, "I see!"

He immediately ordered: "There is no problem with this matter."

I will instruct Yao Jia to handle the mobilization of the army and to contact the experts of the Gongshu family.

"At that time, you only need to contact Yao Jia."

As he spoke, Ying Zheng looked at Yao Jia, who was standing to the side ready to receive orders: "Yao Jia, you shall begin preparations for this matter now."

He then added, "Also, inform Gongshu Chou to lead his team to provide support and work with Lin Qi."

Gongshu Chou, the current leader of the Gongshu family, is said to be unmatched since Lu Ban.

If the Gongshu family, under his command, were to join forces with Lin Qi's forces, they would be virtually guaranteed victory against the Mo family's Mechanical City.