After all.
He also realized it.
Zhao Feng genuinely doesnāt regard Fusu and the others highly.
Even in his words, it can be clearly indicated.
If they were merely subjects, Ying Zheng would certainly need to respond somewhat, to knock them into shape.
But for the future heir, thereās no need for that.
Because everything in the future of Qin belongs to Zhao Feng.
"Fengāer grew up in Shaqiu since he was little, how would he know." Xia Dongāer rolled her eyes.
"Hahaha."
"Indeed."
Ying Zheng laughed heartily.
Then.
He thought of something.
"Earlier, Qiāer lifted dozens of stones in front of Zhangtai Palace, talking about martial arts - what is that?" Ying Zheng asked curiously.
"This..."
Xia Dongāer pondered briefly, then said: "Fengāer says only family and his true confidants can know about this."
"This Martial Dao Power is the legendary Strength of the Immortals."
Speaking thus.
Xia Dongāer raised her hand, gathering a strand of invisible True Qi in her palm.
Ying Zheng looked on inexplicably.
But the next moment.
Xia Yufang turned her head to the nearby table.
With a casual wave of her hand.
A gentle strand of True Qi shot out.
With a bang.
The table, separated by a few yards, instantly shattered.
Ying Zheng widened his eyes, watching in sudden awe.
"This... what is this?" Ying Zheng asked, astonished.
"Martial True Qi." Xia Dongāer turned her head and said.
"Is this martial arts?" Ying Zheng was dumbstruck.
Even though he is the high and mighty King of Qin, soon to become the ruler of the world, at this moment he was completely astonished.
Because this kind of power was one he had never seen before.
"This is just the basic level of martial arts."
"Innate Realm."
"Like Qiāer and the others previously displayed in front of Brother Zheng is the Postnatal Realm."
"This Innate Realm is above the Postnatal Realm, able to possess True Qi." Xia Dongāer calmly explained.
"Immortal power, truly the Strength of the Immortal."
"How did Fengāer achieve this?"
"How did he grant you immortal power?" Ying Zheng asked curiously.
"Fengāer passed on to us a cultivation method, all his wives, concubines, and offspring can cultivate."
"I also achieved the Innate Realm with the cultivation technique Fengāer gave, along with pills to aid." Xia Dongāer replied.
"That brat."
"No wonder he had never shown any fear in front of me."
"No wonder his gaze shows no reverence for royal power."
"Turns out he possesses the Strength of the Immortals." Ying Zheng understood instantly.
Back when Zhao Feng first entered the palace, Zhao Feng behaved differently from other subjects; other subjects were terrified in front of him, but Zhao Feng showed none of that fear, instead speaking in an almost equal tone.
For royal authority this is truly intolerable.
But Ying Zheng is not that kind of king.
Although Zhao Feng often referred to himself as a subject, in his heart he truly was not.
Perhaps, itās all because he possesses the Strength of the Immortals.
"Fengāer said he once received the legacy of immortals, hence embarked on the path of cultivation." Xia Dongāer said.
"That kid really hit the jackpot." Ying Zheng said, unable to conceal his surprise.
And naturally, his heart was stirred like a stormy sea.
What Xia Dongāer said completely overturned Ying Zhengās understanding of Zhao Feng.
"So, this world indeed has the existence of immortals."
"However, immortals are not so easily found, itās just my son has good fortune to have received their legacy." Ying Zheng said with a smile.
"Brother Zheng."
"Guiguzi is an immortal."
Xia Dongāer said again, dropping a bombshell.
"What?"
"Guiguzi is an immortal?"
Ying Zheng was once again astonished.
"Fengāer went to Ghost Valley and conversed with Guiguzi."
"Since the founding of the Qin dynasty, Guiguzi has existed. All along, Guiguzi has been alive, watching the changes of the world."
"Moreover, Fengāer also said that after the end of Qin, if he establishes a new kingdom, Guiguzi will descend from the mountain to assist him," Xia Dongāer continued.
Hearing the words āend of Qinā once again, Ying Zheng felt quite helpless.
However, upon hearing that Guiguzi would descend from the mountain, Ying Zhengās eyes lit up.
"Fengāer doesnāt need to conquer the world anymore; from now on, all of Qin will be his."
"Guiguzi."
"Renowned throughout history, respected across the land, every disciple of his can stir the winds and clouds of the world. I didnāt expect that he was an Immortal."
"The whole world was deceived by Guiguzi. The world thought that Guiguziās presence was about two disciples competing, with the victor becoming Guiguzi. It turns out none of this was the case." Ying Zheng smiled with a face full of emotion.
Meeting Xia Dongāer today was not merely to ease the pain of longing.
It completely opened Ying Zhengās eyes.
Not only did he gain a deeper understanding of his own son, but he also gained a true understanding of the world.
There really are Immortals in this world!
"Brother Zheng."
"Fengāer is a person of great loyalty and righteousness; he always remembers those who treat him well."
"And those who donāt treat him well, he will take revenge."
"Brother Zheng treated Fengāer well, and he remembers it in his heart."
"Otherwise, he wouldnāt have told you that the spirit pill was poisoned, and he certainly wouldnāt have given you the real spirit pill."
"In the end."
"He doesnāt want you to really fall ill or encounter any accidents," Xia Dongāer said softly.
For her, as his mother.
Xia Dongāer naturally understood clearly.
She saw through her sonās lifelong dilemma, his respect for the King of Qin. Without such respect, he would never have stopped the King of Qin from continuing to take the poison pill.
But he knew the outcome of the future, knew that in the future the Qin dynasty would collapse over the issue of succession, and he had no way to change anything, only thinking that after the King of Qinās death, he would forcibly sweep the land and rebuild the world anew.
"Perhaps."
"What Fengāer really wants is a stable world," Ying Zheng slowly began.
Although unable to express it clearly, he understood his son.
"Yes." Xia Dongāer nodded: "He is just like you, Brother Zheng."
"Now that you have returned to Xianyang, you need not worry about anything anymore."
"I am no longer who I was, and I can protect you well." Ying Zheng, fearing anything would happen to Xia Dongāer again, immediately embraced Xia Dongāer and said.
"Brother Zheng, now I am no longer that powerless Xia Dongāer." Xia Dongāer raised her hand confidently.
Thinking of how Xia Dongāer had just smashed a table with ease.
Ying Zheng smiled warmly: "Yes, now even my Efang has become an invincible person."
Speaking of this.
Ying Zhengās tone carried a hint of jealousy.
"Rest assured, Brother Zheng."
"Once you and Fengāer recognize each other, he will surely teach you as well," Xia Dongāer immediately comforted him.
"If he doesnāt teach me, then Iāll have you discipline him," Ying Zheng said to Xia Dongāer with great pride.
Seeing this genuine side of Ying Zheng, Xia Dongāer couldnāt help but be taken aback.
More than twenty years ago, her Brother Zheng was like this; whatever was said and done was shared with her, without any barrier due to status.
He is still like this today.
"When you return, do not tell Fengāer I am his father."
"I must wait until the world is united, and under the watchful eyes of all, catch him off guard." Ying Zheng said with a mischievous smile.
Seeing Ying Zhengās mischievousness.
Xia Dongāer smiled, saying nothing more.
After an indefinite amount of time.
"Great King."
"Itās already noon."
"Shall we have lunch now?"
Zhao Gaoās voice came from outside the hall.
Upon hearing the sound.
Ying Zheng then released his tight embrace of Xia Dongāer.
"Letās have lunch today before you go."
"It has been a long time since Iāve had a meal with Efang."
"Iāve already informed your father of your return; you will see him shortly," Ying Zheng said warmly.
"Yes." Xia Dongāer obediently nodded.
Then.
Ying Zheng called to the outside of the hall: "Serve the meal!"
After his words fell.
The palace doors opened.
Zhao Gao led a group of attendants, entering one by one.
Seeing the figure sitting opposite Ying Zheng, Zhao Gaoās heart skipped a beat with a sense of dĆ©jĆ vu!!
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