Chapter 165: Ying Ziye ascends the throne! Grand ceremony held
"After the establishment of the empire, my son promoted the new writing system, invented paper, created movable type printing, established the imperial examination system, implemented equal distribution of land, reformed the three provinces and six ministries, and promoted the "One Whip" system."

"More than a decade of hard work has created the prosperous Qin Empire today."

"Although I am the emperor of the Qin Dynasty, all of this is thanks to my son!"

"Recently, I have felt exhausted and powerless, so I want to abdicate the throne to my son!"

“I hope you will understand and support me!”

"I firmly believe that under the leadership of my son Ye, the Great Qin Empire will go further and become even more powerful!"

boom!
Ying Zheng's words were like a blockbuster bomb, exploding in the ears of Ying Ziye and the civil and military ministers, shocking them to the point of being burnt on the outside and tender on the inside!
Bang bang bang.
Many people's wine glasses fell to the ground and they stood there in a daze, unable to come back to their senses.

Although they had guessed from Ying Zheng's words before the city gate that he might abdicate to Ying Ziye,
No one expected that this would happen so suddenly and be announced at a banquet!
Came so fast!
They had no time to react!
In fact.
Not only these ministers, but even Ying Ziye himself was completely confused!

Just a while ago.
In front of the majestic city gate of Xianyang, Ying Ziye deeply understood Ying Zheng's profound intentions and also saw through his desire to abdicate.

However, Ying Ziye expected that it would take at least several years for Ying Zheng to hand over the throne to him.

Never thought about it.

As soon as he returned to the palace, Ying Zheng spoke.

"Father, you've drunk too much!"

"Let's end the banquet now. You can go back and have a rest first."

Ying Ziye stepped forward to steady Ying Zheng. The power of immortal essence flowed into Ying Zheng's body, dispelling his drunkenness and making him gradually sober.

"Ha ha!"

"Ziye, don't worry so much!"

"Father, I am not drunk. Every word I say comes from the bottom of my heart!"

"I am already satisfied to be able to unify the country, become the first emperor, and establish the prosperous Qin Dynasty!"

"My existence has bound your hands and feet!"

"Come to this throne and lead the Qin Dynasty to a more glorious future!"

Ying Zheng felt Ying Ziye's concern, smiled frankly, and spoke sincerely, full of relief and eager anticipation.

He longed to witness to what heights Ying Ziye would push the Qin Empire to during his lifetime!
"Father."

When Ying Ziye heard Ying Zheng's firm words, he was speechless for a moment.

"Minister of Rites!"

"Pick an auspicious day to hold the abdication ceremony. I will pass the throne to Ziye!" Ying Zheng solemnly ordered the Minister of Rites.

"this"

"promise!"

The Minister of Rites, who had been hesitant at first, immediately obeyed the order under Ying Zheng's sharp gaze.

Seeing this, Ying Zheng turned his anger into joy and laughed heartily:

"Hahaha!"

"With this glass of wine, let us celebrate the birth of our son and welcome the birth of the new emperor!"

Ying Zheng raised his wine glass high and scanned all the civil and military officials in the room with a majestic gaze.

Under the mighty influence, everyone echoed and raised their glasses.

"Celebrate the birth of the new emperor!"

The voices of the civil and military ministers were a little mixed, and they swallowed the wine in the glass expressionlessly. The fine wine became bland and tasteless in their mouths because they were still immersed in the shock just now and had not recovered.

Ying Zheng’s decision was too unexpected!
Some people, such as Li Si and Han Fei, were able to accept Ying Ziye as emperor.

However.
Some people cannot accept Ying Ziye's ascension to the throne!

For example, Chunyu Yue who was released not long ago, or Feng Quji, an official from a wealthy and powerful family.

One emperor and one courtier.

They originally disagreed with Ying Ziye's ideas, and raised objections many times when he implemented his new policies and tried to obstruct them.

If Ying Ziye ascended the throne, would they still be able to live a peaceful life?
however.

At this time, Ying Zheng's position was firm and persuasion was futile. He could only wait until the banquet was over and then write a letter to the court to strongly advise him.

“Hehe~”

“The party continues!”

Seeing that everyone had raised their glasses and drank them all, Ying Zheng smiled and signaled that the banquet should continue.

But then the atmosphere changed significantly, becoming strange and subtle.
People in the crowd had different emotions. Some were excited, some were anxious, and their eyes swept across Ying Ziye's face from time to time.

The banquet was over and a subtle tension filled the air.

The next morning, when the court session began, Feng Quji stepped out eagerly.

"His Majesty!"

"You are in your prime, and the Qin Empire is flourishing under your leadership. The people live and work in peace."

"Abdication at this moment may cause panic among the people of the whole country!" "The Qin Empire cannot do without your leadership!"

"Please consider this matter carefully!"

Feng Quji spoke sincerely, praised Ying Zheng highly, and advised him not to abdicate.

"Your Majesty! Lord Feng is absolutely right. This is for the stability of the country and the well-being of the people!"

"You must not give up easily!"

Chunyu Yue responded immediately, he was a loyal supporter of the eldest prince Fusu.

Once Ying Ziye is promoted to emperor, can he still live in peace?

With Prime Minister Feng Quji and Minister of Rites Chunyu Yue taking the lead, colleagues emerged one after another and gave advice to Ying Zheng:

"Your Majesty, please think carefully!"

"Your Majesty, please do not abdicate!"

"Your Majesty, you need to put the country first!"...

Sitting on the dragon throne, Ying Zheng stared at Feng Quji, Chunyu Yue and their supporters, his face ashen and filled with anger.

these people.
How abominable!

He had already made his position clear yesterday. How dare they write a joint letter, involving many officials!

Ha ha!

What is the peace of the country, what is the happiness of the people, what is the overall situation...

It's all empty talk!

He is simply afraid that Ying Ziye will settle old scores after he ascends the throne!
Ying Zheng looked at Feng Quji, Chunyu Yue and others and sneered in his heart.

As a wise and capable emperor, Ying Zheng was not stupid.

in contrast.

His eyes were extremely sharp.

at this point.

He saw it clearly!
"No need to say more!"

"I have made it clear enough!"

"The matter of abdication must be carried out!"

"Anyone who opposes will be killed without mercy!"

Ying Zheng's majestic voice echoed in the hall, making all words disappear in an instant, and some people had to swallow their words back.

The majesty of the emperor cannot be challenged.

If Ying Zheng says to kill, then he will definitely kill!

"Chun Yuyue, do your job well!"

"otherwise."

"I wouldn't mind replacing someone else!"

Ying Zheng turned his gaze to Chunyu Yue, his eyes were sharp and his tone was stern and cold, causing cold sweat to break out on Chunyu Yue's forehead.

He quickly responded like a chick pecking at rice.

"Yes Yes Yes!"

"Your humble servant obeys your command!" Once Ying Zheng opened his mouth, no one dared to disobey.

after all.

He does have the courage to kill!

snort!
A bunch of clowns.

Li Si looked at Feng Quji, Chunyu Yue and others who retreated back to the team in disgrace, and snorted in his heart, his disdain evident in his words.

September
The sun is shining, the sky is full of rainbow-like rays, and the earth is covered with golden light. It is a rare good day.

The Ministry of Rites carefully selected this as an auspicious time for the abdication ceremony.

Yongcheng.

In the royal ancestral temple, King Ying Zheng of Qin, Crown Prince Ying Ziye, and all civil and military officials gathered together.

At this moment, Ying Zheng held the abdication edict in his hand and read it solemnly: "My Crown Prince, in the past Emperor Yao abdicated the throne to Yu Shun, and Shun passed the throne to Yu. The Mandate of Heaven does not rest in ordinary positions, but only in virtue!"

"My son Ye is extremely talented and has made great achievements. He is as outstanding as a god!"

"Now, I follow the example of the ancient sages Yao and Shun and abdicate the throne to Ziye, in compliance with the will of heaven and the will of the people!"

"May our Great Qin last forever!"

Although the edict is short, it is shocking!

From today on, the sky of Daqin will be completely renewed!
(End of this chapter)