The Qin Dynasty entered the game with love.

Zidi Palace

Ying Ji was out of control until midnight last night, and this morning at the court assembly, those who were supposed to get up... couldn't get up.

Finally, Yuan Ge dug him out, and he went to court still half asleep.

As expected, it was a declaration of war from the State of Wei.

Ying Zheng looked at the officials and issued an edict: "Wei should not wage war at this time, but someone must be sent to Wei to make it clear that Qin should withdraw its troops. May my beloved minister go?"

Upon hearing this, Yao Jia immediately stepped forward: "Your Majesty, Yao Jia is getting older and I don't know how many days I can share the burden for the King of Qin. Now, please allow me to go to Wei. I will certainly not fail Your Majesty's trust."

Ying Zheng sat at the head of the table, his face expressionless: "Then we shall do as you say, but to take care of you, Gan Luo will accompany you on this trip."

Gan Luo knelt and thanked him, saying, "Yes, Your Majesty, I will obey your command."

After the court session ended, Ying Zheng kept Yao Jia behind alone.

"Your Excellency, on this journey, I will need to give Gan Luo some pointers. He is young and impetuous, and he needs to be tempered."

Yao Jia bowed slightly: "This old minister knows that it is a great honor for me to be able to cultivate the next generation for Qin. However, Guo Kai from Zhao was always assassinated by the people of Zhao when he sent messages. Now he is thinking of going to Xianyang. I ask Your Majesty to decide on this matter."

Ying Zheng looked down at the information about Zhao: "What do you think of Xiao He, my lord?"

Yao Jia was surprised to be asked about the top scholar of the current dynasty, but having had little contact with him, he did not comment: "I have been in Qin for many years, and the imperial examination system established by the princess can be said to be pioneering."

As a top scholar, Xiao He must have possessed considerable talent to stand out among thousands of students.

Ying Zheng didn't say anything. He took Xiao He's report and found that Xiao He was indeed a capable minister. Since the Zhao region was dangerous, it would be good to let Xiao He go there to gain experience and, incidentally, let him protect Guo Kai.

Yao Jia was puzzled: "Leaving Guo Kai in Zhao territory will do more harm than good."

Ying Zheng picked up the map of Zhao: "An open enemy can be both bait and a benefit to show the world. Protect Guo Kai, and there will be countless Guo Kais in the future."

Yao Jia pondered for a moment, then smiled, his face crinkling with wrinkles: "What Your Majesty says, Yao Jia understands. When I pass through Zhao on my journey, I will certainly have a good talk with them."

Ying Zheng nodded, and Yao Jia withdrew at the opportune moment.

Ying Zheng looked at the intelligence report delivered by Luo Wang: "Zhao Gao, in the state of Wei, can the voice of the King of Wei still be heard?"

Zhao Gao bowed and said, "Your Majesty, the only person in the entire Wei Kingdom who is speaking out is Lord Xinling, Wei Wuji. As you have said, the King of Wei's orders are already being blocked."

Ying Zheng looked at the flags of the six states. The flags belonging to Zhao had been put away, and the flag of Wei was now fluttering in the wind. He placed his left hand on the Qin King's sword, exuding an aura of dominance over the world.

Zhao Gao followed closely behind, watching Ying Zheng's back with eyes full of ambition.

Back then, many people looked down on this young man. It was he who bribed his superiors upon entering the palace and was sent to serve by Ying Zheng's side.

As it turned out, his judgment was correct; this man would certainly grant him supreme power.

Carefully concealing the desire in his eyes and adjusting his expression, Zhao Gao turned around and was no different from usual.

Ying Zheng sat down at his desk, picked up the memorials from various regions, and began to review them. When he felt sleepy, he would drink strong tea to stay awake.

However, hundreds of memorials were received from various places every day. Even if only the important ones were selected, the rest of the trivial matters could be handled by the prime minister.

Ying Zheng would get up early and first do his morning exercise for an hour, then go to court to meet with his officials, discuss national policies with Prime Minister Li Si, arrange for Xiao He to go to Zhao, deal with the spies in Wei, and compile the imperial edicts needed at the end of the year.

One by one, even with flashlights for illumination, it was already midnight by the time everything was finished, and Tuanzi stayed with Ying Zheng the whole time.

Compared to its host, it spent more and more time with Ying Zheng and witnessed firsthand how diligent the Qin Shi Huang, as later generations described him, was.

The invention of the straight pipe made life easier for people and made it even easier for Qin Shi Huang to handle state affairs.

Ying Ji had mentioned the establishment of a cabinet countless times, but Ying Zheng still didn't want to do that. The affairs of the whole country were almost etched in his mind.

Tuanzi checked that no one was around and secretly redeemed a health-enhancing pill from the system. Although Ying Zheng had taken it a few times before, its effects were practically negligible afterward, but it could effectively relieve his recent physical fatigue.

Ying Zheng looked at the undisguised heartache on the little dumpling's face and couldn't help but chuckle.

“Our Qin state’s auspicious omen is truly kind-hearted. Are you hungry now? Have some to eat with me before you go to sleep.”

Tuanzi touched her round belly: "Brother Zheng, am I not pretty anymore?"

Ying Zheng gave the dumpling a pat, lifted it in one hand, and gave a very serious feedback: "You've lost a lot of weight recently. I never used to be this relaxed."

The little dumpling happily believed it, taking bites as it ate, thoroughly enjoying itself.

Ying Zheng and Tuanzi were having a great time, while Ying Ji was creating a chaotic situation.

It was by chance that Zhang Liang discovered a rabbit fur hand guard in Ying Ji's hidden box.

Thinking that the weather was slightly cool and that the sewing technique on the handkerchief was a bit rough, he assumed that Ying Ji had sewn it herself as a gift for him, so he happily put it on.

As a result, Bai Changchuan encountered Ying Ji on the way.

When Bai Changchuan saw the familiar rabbit fur hand guard, especially since it was still in Zhang Liang's hand, his face turned green.

Ying Ji noticed it immediately and didn't know what to do for a moment.

Fortunately, the two never embarrassed Ying Ji in public and were very sensible, returning to the palace in silence.

With a smile on her face, she handed out the rabbit-fur hand guard in front of the palace gate: "It seems that Liang appeared at the wrong time. The moonlight is just right tonight. Why don't you go and keep Brother Bai company, Princess?"

Then the palace gates were locked...

Ying Ji touched her nose and quickly looked at Bai Changchuan, whose face was ashen. Sure enough, he was also in a bad mood.

They simply handed over Yuan Tiangang, and then, like a thief, scaled the wall and entered the palace.

Bai Changchuan was meditating with his eyes closed.

Sensing an unfamiliar presence, I opened my eyes to find a certain scumbag woman smiling brightly.

Ying Ji preemptively pressed her index finger against the man's lips, which were about to utter a string of profanities: "This is a gift you didn't give away. I found it, washed it as soon as I picked it up, and have been treasuring it ever since. I've been reluctant to wear it, so it's brand new now."

I used to keep it hidden in a box, and I would often take it out to look at it when I missed you. I misplaced it; I promise this won't happen again.

Bai Changchuan's expression softened considerably after hearing the explanation, but he was still bothered that the brat had worn his token of affection. He took back the hand guard and chased the person out of the palace gate.