webnovelfull Chapter 402 God Chapter 10
Chapter 402 God Chapter 10
After dinner, Feng Xi called Gao Yao aside and softly explained some important matters to him. After she finished, she turned and left with Ying Zheng. The three of them walked side by side, unknowingly arriving in front of the Juxian Hall.
The Juxian Hall was bustling with activity, with numerous talented artists gathering to showcase their skills or exchange ideas. However, the sharp-eyed Feng Xi quickly noticed something unusual in the crowd—many lawless elements from the six kingdoms were also among them.
Feng Xi's heart tightened, and she leaned close to Ying Zheng's ear and said, "Husband, something doesn't seem right here. Why don't we not go in?" Ying Zheng smiled slightly, put his arm around Feng Xi's slender waist, and answered confidently, "It's okay. Since we're here, we might as well go in and take a look." As he said that, he gestured to Meng Tian beside him, and then walked towards Juxian Hall.
At this moment, a man who looked like a manager came up quickly, stopped them and asked, "What brings you here? Do you have any special skills? Where are you from? Please register here." Hearing this, Meng Tian was about to write down the relevant information, but as soon as he picked up the pen, he was recognized by a retainer of Fusu who was not far away. The retainer shouted in surprise, "General!"
The steward was stunned upon hearing this, and Meng Tian knew that he could no longer conceal his identity. He smiled helplessly and nodded at the retainer.
The retainer hurried forward and asked respectfully, "General, you are so honored to be here. Please come and see us! I wonder who these two are..." Meng Tian understood and quickly took over the conversation, explaining, "Oh, this is my good friend, and the one next to him is his wife. They've come from out of town, and I'm taking advantage of my free time to show them around."
The retainer nodded repeatedly, expressing his understanding. He then enthusiastically led Meng Tian and the others into the Hall of the Great Sages. On the way, he deliberately found an excuse to call Meng Tian away, saying he had something important to discuss. Meanwhile, he arranged for the others to take Feng Xi and Ying Zheng on their tour.
Feng Xi and Ying Zheng entered the hall together, their eyes scanning the furnishings. Feng Xi tilted her head slightly and asked softly, "My husband, did you see anything special just now?" Ying Zheng smiled softly and said, "This place is quite bustling. Many nobles from the six kingdoms, as well as talented scholars and skilled people, have gathered here." Feng Xi also smiled slightly at this and continued, "Then I wonder what my husband's plans are for this?"
Ying Zheng's smile remained undimmed. He gently put his arm around Feng Xi's slender waist and said softly, "I look forward to these talented artists displaying their astonishing talents." However, Feng Xi knew Ying Zheng's words were merely sarcastic. Knowing Ying Zheng well, she knew the wise and sagacious emperor must have already seen through the clues. Many of those present were clearly targeting Fusu, seeking to gain advantage from him. Worse still, some with ulterior motives, plotting rebellion, had infiltrated the gathering hall, openly accusing the Qin Emperor of cruelty, with no one opposing them. How audacious! Did they truly believe Fusu would be the next emperor? That he could protect them? How naive! His Majesty was in his prime, and yet these people were eager to covet his throne, openly accusing him of cruelty—a sheer disrespect! However, after today, there will probably be a huge uproar in Xianyang City, and the situation will probably undergo major changes.
As Ying Zheng and Feng Xi continued their stroll through the hall, Meng Tian finally hurried back. The three of them exchanged a smile before turning and leaving together. On their way back, Ying Zheng solemnly instructed Meng Tian, "During this secret investigation, the Juxian Hall gathers many talented and righteous individuals. While seemingly just some boastful individuals, they actually harbor hidden secrets. I order you to secretly gather all evidence of illegal activity in the Juxian Hall, and be absolutely sure not to alert the enemy. Once the evidence is solid, we will make a final decision." Meng Tian bowed his hand, his eyes glinting with determination, promising to fulfill his mission.
Feng Xi then said, "Brother, I just saw Xiang Liang and Xiang Yu. These two men are quite influential, descendants of the former Chu nobles. And from what I know, Xiang Liang has always harbored the ambition to overthrow the Qin Dynasty and restore the glory of Chu. I'm sure he'll take action sooner or later!"
Meng Tian nodded slightly, agreeing with Feng Xi's words. After a moment's thought, he continued, "Your Majesty, do you know who I met today?" Ying Zheng and Feng Xi both looked puzzled and asked in unison, "Who?"
Meng Tian lowered his voice and replied, "It was the fugitive—Yi Xiaochuan! However, I'm not entirely sure. I was chatting with my retainers when I glimpsed a figure from afar who looked remarkably like Yi Xiaochuan." Ying Zheng and Feng Xi exchanged a glance upon hearing this, and Ying Zheng said gravely, "I will send someone to investigate further. My dear Lord Meng, in the meantime, you must feign ignorance of this matter and keep a close eye on what these retainers of Fusu are up to."
Meng Tian said, "Yes! But the guest your majesty had today was very strange. He simply asked me to come to the Juxian Hall more often when I have time, but he didn't ask me to help Master Su in the court!"
Feng Xi frowned, thinking back to the original story of Meng Tian's poisoning and eventual death. She felt that these factors might not only be the work of Zhao Gao and Li Si, but also that someone else within the Six Kingdoms was plotting, so her brother might be in danger. They were preparing to attack her brother, so she said, "Brother, be careful recently. I suspect the remnants of the Six Kingdoms are preparing to attack you. You are in charge of 300,000 Meng family troops, making you a valuable general for the Qin Dynasty. If anything happens to you, it will be a huge boost to their restoration. So bring more people with you when you go out, and be sure to notify me if anything happens!" Hearing his little sister's concern, Meng Tian nodded quickly and said, "Okay!" After hearing these remarks, Ying Zheng felt that Juxian Hall could no longer be retained. It seemed that he would have to have the secret guards speed up the collection of evidence.
When they returned to the palace, the night had already darkened to a depth of ink. Ever since Feng Xi entered the palace, Ying Zheng had spent nearly every night in Zhaoyang Palace, as if the palace had become his spiritual home. And tonight, like every other night, nothing had changed.
After dinner, Ying Zheng personally led Feng Xi to his bedroom to wash up. The warm water gently caressed their skin, bringing a sense of comfort and relaxation. Once everything was ready, the two of them lay down on the soft bed, leaning against each other, ready to drift into sweet dreams.
Feng Xi curled up quietly in Ying Zheng's broad, warm embrace like a docile kitten. She parted her rosy lips and spoke softly, "Your Majesty, if anyone offers you any of those so-called elixirs in the future, you must not take them lightly! Far from granting you immortality, they could actually cost you your life. As far as I know, these elixirs often use cinnabar as their primary ingredient. If consumed long-term, they will undoubtedly erode your internal organs with toxins, with disastrous consequences."
Upon hearing this, Ying Zheng couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a doting smile, and asked softly: "How did Xixi know the secret?"
Feng Xi blinked her bright eyes and replied coquettishly, "I came across this record by chance in an ancient book. If Your Majesty has any doubts about this, you can send someone to do an experiment and you will know the truth after a try. In fact, with Your Majesty's healthy dragon body, even if you don't eat anything, you will surely live a long and healthy life. In this way, you can accompany me hand in hand until we grow old together..." Ying Zheng gently stroked Feng Xi's silky hair and said softly, "I am much older than you. I am really worried that I will leave you first." There was a trace of worry and reluctance in his eyes.
When Feng Xi heard this, her body trembled slightly. She raised her head, looked into Ying Zheng's eyes affectionately, kissed his cheek without hesitation, and responded softly: "Your Majesty, don't worry. If you really leave first, I will never live alone in the world..." When she said this, her eyes couldn't help but moisten, and her voice was slightly choked.
Ying Zheng was shocked when he heard Feng Xi's words. He had never imagined that this fragile woman before him could possess such unwavering determination. For a moment, he was speechless and simply stared at Feng Xi. After a long moment, he came to his senses and muttered to himself, "What a silly girl!" Then, unable to contain the surging emotions within him any longer, he stretched out his arms, pulled Feng Xi into a tight embrace, and fiercely kissed her beautiful lips.
Instantly, the entire room was filled with a thick, ambiguous atmosphere. Their breathing gradually became rapid and heavy, and their bodies involuntarily pressed together. Accompanied by the sound of light panting and the friction of clothes, they seemed to forget all the troubles and disturbances in the world, immersed in this endless tenderness and sweetness.