Qin Dynasty: Starting with clinging to Zhao Ji's thigh

Like Ganquan Palace, Xianyang Palace was not a single palace, but a complex of palaces.

However, compared to the Ganquan Palace where Empress Dowager Zhao Ji resided, the Xianyang Palace, which represented the highest power and status of the Qin state, was obviously more magnificent and grand, covering a much larger area of ​​nearly four square kilometers, and even spanning the Wei River.

For example, the main palace of Xianyang Palace, which served as the main palace of the Qin Dynasty, was located north of the Wei River, while Zhangtai Palace, where the King of Qin usually rested and conducted business, was located south of the Wei River. The two palaces were connected by a bridge of about 300 meters.

From the reign of King Huiwen of Qin to the reign of King Zhuangxiang of Qin, the political center of Xianyang gradually shifted, and state affairs were mostly conducted in Zhangtai Palace and other palaces on the south bank of the Wei River.

Therefore, the place where Ying Zheng met Ying Jing today was also Zhangtai Palace, where he would spend at least six or seven hours every day reviewing memorials.

Unlike the splendor of Ganquan Palace, Zhangtai Palace has a simple and unadorned appearance, but the entire palace gives people a sense of solemnity and grandeur.

"My lord, the king is inside."

Following the eunuch who led the way, Ying Jing finally met his elder brother Ying Zheng again.

He wore a black Qin-style robe with a wide front and tight cuffs. The dragon patterns on the robe were exquisitely embroidered with gold and silver threads, which were lifelike and showed the nobility and majesty of the royal power.

Ying Zheng was currently hunched over his desk, intently examining a bamboo scroll, occasionally furrowing his brow slightly.

"Brother Zheng, you're really ruthless to yourself. This throne is not something just anyone can take!"

Looking at the scene inside the palace, Ying Jing was immediately dumbfounded.

There was none of the extravagance found at Zhao Ji's place, only... bamboo slips.

At this moment, all that met Ying Jing's eyes was a stack of bamboo slips.

These were all memorials from all over the country. Some Ying Zheng had already read, some he hadn't, some he had already reviewed, and some he wanted to send back for rewriting.

They were categorized, but each category was piled up as high as a small mountain.

"No wonder you died so young, Brother Zheng..."

Even the best body can't withstand this kind of torment!

Seeing so many bamboo slips and dealing with so many memorials every day, who could possibly keep up!

"Third brother, you've arrived."

Ying Zheng was clearly pleased with Ying Jing's arrival, and a smile appeared on his usually serious face.

No matter how talented or ambitious he may be, he is first and foremost a human being.

Ying Jing served as Ying Zheng's childhood playmate for a long time after Ying Zheng returned to the country, greatly making up for the deficiencies in Ying Zheng's childhood.

This also made Ying Jing occupy an extraordinary position in his elder brother's heart.

"Although the affairs of state are important, Your Highness should also take good care of your health."

Ying Zheng had changed a lot; his face looked more haggard, but his eyes were brighter and sharper, and his kingly majesty was much stronger.

Unlike Zhao Ji, Ying Jing had not seen Ying Zheng for quite some time.

After Zhao Ji moved out of Xianyang Palace and began to delegate power, even with Lü Buwei's suppression, Ying Zheng was able to take charge of some government affairs.

As a great emperor determined to unify the world, Ying Zheng naturally devoted himself to reviewing the almost endless memorials, reviewing them until late at night almost every day, with no spare time at all.

"It's alright, my body is being taken care of by the imperial physicians every day."

Ying Zheng clearly did not take these words to heart, and only shook his head with a faint smile: "Among these memorials, there are those concerning military affairs and those concerning people's livelihood. Any delay will affect the many soldiers and people of Qin."

“Third brother, didn’t you say that with great power comes great responsibility? As the King of Qin, I bear the responsibility for the entire Qin state. How can I let personal matters interfere with public duty?”

So you're trying to shift the blame onto me?

Ying Jing did say that, but he made it up when he first met Ying Zheng in order to intimidate him. Otherwise, Ying Zheng, who had just returned from Zhao, was a real little hedgehog and impossible to approach.

Unexpectedly, Ying Zheng's memory was so good that he still remembered it so clearly after so many years, something Ying Jing himself had almost forgotten.

“What Your Majesty says makes sense; it was I who did not think things through.”

Jing Dashan felt a little ashamed for a moment.

Zheng is right. These memorials are very important, concerning millions of civilians and soldiers. They cannot be delayed.

Although he was very worried about his brother's health, Ying Jing knew even better that the more memorials Zheng Ge reviewed, the stronger the Qin state would become, and the closer they would be to the unification of the world and the arrival of peace.

As a benevolent man who wholeheartedly cares for the world, Ying Jing naturally cannot stop Zheng Ge from shining brightly for the peace of the world.

All he could do was appease Zhao Ji and provide Zheng Ge with a stable rear base.

Only in this way can Emperor Zheng fully dedicate himself to fulfilling his historical mission of unifying the world and leaving behind a legendary record as an emperor for all ages.

"In this generation, the Great Qin will never perish after only two generations. Brother Zheng, just go ahead and do it. I, your younger brother, will back you up!"

Looking at his somewhat haggard elder brother, Jing Dashan made a silent vow.

We must not let my brother's efforts go to waste!

Even if Zheng Ge collapses from exhaustion one day, Ying Jing will definitely carry on his legacy.

He took this heavy responsibility from his elder brother, so that the Qin Dynasty could continue to be great and all people could live in peace.

Thinking of this, Ying Jing couldn't help but proudly raise his chest.

There are very few people in this world like me, Ying Jing, who have the world in their hearts.

It's not just you, Zheng Ge, who are shining brightly; I'm also working hard for the Qin Dynasty!

I, Jing Dashanren, am utterly sincere!

"Third brother, it's been quite a while since we last met. Your visit to Zhangtai Palace today must be for important business."

Ying Zheng's words seemed to contain a hint of blame.

You haven't come to visit in so long? You must have come today because you had something to do!

These words made even the philanthropist Jing blush a little.

How could I, a philanthropist with a sincere heart, be the kind of person who uses people only when needed and discards them when not?

However, this also better illustrates the special position Ying Jing holds in the heart of this young monarch.

Indeed, the marks left in childhood are crucial to a person's entire life.

“Your Majesty is well aware that you are busy with state affairs every day, and I dare not disturb you without cause.”

When it comes to matters involving a great person, Mr. Jing, the philanthropist, needs to defend himself properly.

We can't let our reputation be affected!

In this era, the benefits of a good reputation are enormous!

A smile flashed across Ying Zheng's deep eyes: "So, it seems you've come here today for a reason, Third Brother."

Ying Jing's expression turned serious, and he exuded an aura of righteous indignation.

"Indeed, I have come here today to relieve your worries, Your Majesty."