In the 7th year of Qin's reign, King Ying Zheng of Qin, after a series of actions including scaring away the 100,000-strong army of Marquis Changxin, imprisoning Chancellor Lü Buwei in Xianyang, and confining the Empress Dowager of Zhao to the Dazheng Palace, etc.

He stayed in Yongning Palace for more than a month and did not attend court sessions. All memorials were handled by the Imperial Censor Li Si.

Su and Japan will meet.

The King of Qin issued a new decree, appointing Li Si, the Grand Secretary, as the Prime Minister of Qin, and granting Princess Ying Ji the title of Princess of Danyang for her meritorious service in resisting the enemy, with all her treatment equivalent to that of a Marquis.

All the officials knelt down in unison: "Your Majesty, you mustn't! From ancient times to the present, there has never been a woman who has been made a marquis! This... this is an act of destroying the moral order!!!"

The clan elders also didn't understand: "Yes, although the eldest princess has rendered meritorious service to the Qin state, there has never been a precedent of a woman becoming a marquis."

"This is not only unprecedented in history, but also the first time in history. Does Your Majesty intend to destroy the Qin Kingdom?"

Several officials were actually preparing to make a show of speaking to the emperor.

Ying Ji was dressed in a Tang suit, with a light purple dress underneath that exposed her feet for easy walking. She wore a pure black half-sleeved top with gold and jade embroidery, and Martin boots, which Tuanzi had bought with a loan.

Her makeup was light, highlighting her bright and elegant features. There was a fox-shaped floral decoration between her eyebrows, and her lips were glossy. She wore no extra accessories and her hair was tied in a simple and neat high ponytail.

His makeup and attire exuded a heroic and dashing aura, and coupled with his original tall stature of 172cm, he possessed an indescribable charisma.

Especially with the nine-tailed white fox perched on his shoulder, its nine tails swaying wildly in the air, each step he took silenced the court for a moment.

Some officials were so frightened that they collapsed to the ground in public, pointing at the nine-tailed white fox and shouting, "A monster! It's a monster!"

The King of Qin slammed his hand on the table and shouted, "This is an auspicious omen! Look carefully!"

Li Si first bowed and said, "The Princess is blessed by the divine beast, bringing good fortune to the Great Qin. It is the will of the people to appoint her as the Princess of Danyang. We have no objection."

King Qin waved his hand, and Meng Tian entered the hall, directly dragging out the official who had shouted "Tuanzi is a monster" and beheading him as a warning to the public.

Ying Zheng scanned the entire scene: "Is there anyone else of interest?"

The officials looked at each other in bewilderment, and finally all knelt down: "Your Majesty, we have no objection."

Ying Ji felt an overwhelming sense of satisfaction and bowed respectfully, saying, "I have now been appointed Lord of Danyang. It is thanks to the magnanimity of the King of Qin that I am willing to select talents for the Qin Kingdom. When the King of Qin comes of age next year, I will be able to gather talents from all over the world."

Before anyone could speak, Ying Zheng said, "Approved. I will have the Nine Ministers at the beck and call of the Lord of Danyang. The selection of talent can be completed within a year."

Ying Ji knelt and said, "Your subject is willing to sign a military pledge to bring thousands of talented people to the Qin state next year."

Ying Zheng frowned. He didn't want his elder sister to make a pledge: "Lord Danyang, there's no need for a pledge. I trust you."

Li Si sensed something was wrong and quickly stepped forward: "King Qin, may you be well. Lord Danyang's tone is too arrogant. Even if all the talents in the world were gathered in the Qin Dynasty, no one would dare to guarantee that it would be done."

The power granted by the King to the Lord of Danyang is so great that it cannot be granted without a military order.

Ying Zheng's brows were furrowed so deeply they could kill a fly. He knew Li Si was wrong, but he just didn't want his elder sister to suffer. Seeing Ying Ji frantically giving him meaningful glances in the hall, Ying Zheng sighed.

"The Prime Minister's words are polite. Then let the Prince of Danyang sign a military pledge, and Zhao Gao will provide paper and pen."

After practicing for a long time, Ying Ji issued a military order in a flamboyant manner: "Lord Danyang is willing to recruit thousands of talented people from all over the world within a year. If this cannot be accomplished, I am willing to resign from my position as Lord Danyang."

Under the watchful eyes of all the officials, he personally pressed his fingerprint to show his determination.

This court assembly quickly spread throughout the seven kingdoms.

King Han of Xinzheng

King Han Henghui, Han Ran, laughed loudly in the hall: "This King Ying Zheng of Qin is truly a young man. He wants to oppose the aristocratic families, so he brings in his own sister. From ancient times to the present, there has never been a woman holding an official position. What a laughing stock! What a laughing stock!"

It seems South Korea still has a chance to take Shangdang, hahahahaha.

When the Qi envoy heard the news, he showered the King of Han with flattery, while Chancellor Zhang Ping looked worried and went home to tell his son Zhang Liang about it.

Zhang Liang had not yet met Ying Ji, but he was already filled with curiosity about her.

"Father, do you think the King of Qin is truly stupid, or does he have ulterior motives?"

Zhang Ping looked at his son, frowning in confusion: "I don't know either. From my observation, the current King of Qin is young and impetuous. Once he has enough strength, he will definitely attack Zhao, with Han following closely behind. But I really don't understand this move."

Zhang Liang smiled faintly: "Father, why don't I go to the Jixia Academy? Lord Danyang wants talented people, and the Jixia Academy is indispensable."

Zhang Ping pondered for a moment: "Go, observe Princess Ying Ji. If you are fortunate enough to be appreciated, stay by her side."

Zhang Liang was shocked: "Father..."

Zhang Ping lamented: "King Han is not incompetent, but he is mediocre. Han cannot be saved. In order to seek temporary stability, he sent Zheng to Qin to build a canal. Han is already heading towards destruction."

Although the state of Han has fallen, the Zhang family cannot perish. If you have the opportunity, serve them wholeheartedly. The demise of Han is beyond our control, and keeping you in Qin is the Zhang family's way out.

Zhang Ping looked at his most prized son. At such a young age, he had already made perfect plans, and with his stunning appearance, Ying Ji would most likely accept him. But he couldn't leave. The Zhang family had served the King of Han for generations, and even though he could see the future of destruction, he should accompany the King of Han on his journey.

Zhang Liang, though young, had already seen through things. He knew that his father was determined to die and was willing to live and die with the state of Han. So he stopped trying to persuade him, silently kowtowed, packed his bags, and headed to the Jixia Academy.

Handan, Zhao State

King Xiaocheng of Zhao, Dan, also laughed loudly: "The Qin state is doomed! This year I will reorganize my troops; next year, if the Qin dynasty is unstable, I will destroy it."

All the civil and military officials vied to pay homage to him, and even the Prime Minister Lian Po was less wary of Ying Zheng because Ying Zheng had recommended women for official positions.

However, General Li Mu stepped forward to advise: "King Zhao, Qin has reformed and strengthened itself, and is now the leader of the seven states. However, it is unstable both internally and externally, and Han has even sent Zheng Guo to repair the canal."

They will become even more difficult to deal with later, and may even be willing to disregard ancestral principles in order to strengthen themselves. Qin is already on the rise, and Zhao should now also reform and strengthen itself.

King Zhao listened to the advice and immediately decreed: "If anyone can make the State of Zhao stronger, I will reward them handsomely."

Lord Pingyuan, Zhao Sheng, stepped forward and recommended his guest minister Mao Sui: "Your Majesty, Mao Sui is eloquent and can travel to various states to fight against Qin together."

Mao Sui stepped forward and bowed deeply: "I, Mao Sui, a scholar, pay my respects to King Zhao. I am willing to serve as an envoy for the State of Zhao to other states and form an alliance against Qin."

King Zhao laughed heartily and agreed on the spot.

"With such capable ministers, I have no worries about important matters. In the future, the State of Zhao will be the strongest among the seven states."

Crown Prince Zhao You cupped his hands in congratulations to his father, wishing him a long and prosperous reign. His second son, Zhao Yan, standing to the side, curled his lip and muttered, "Sycophant."

Both Korea and the United States are like this, so Hamyang City can be even more lively.

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