Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield

Chapter 618: Chapter 253: Ying Zheng: The Immortals’ Liquor House Is Yours, Isn’t It!

Zhao Gao’s voice echoed within the grand hall.

Regarding this royal decree.

Back when Zhao Feng was still in the Land of Yan, it had been read once before. Therefore, this time, the proclamation as Martial Lord did not cause much shock in the court, as it was already an established matter.

"Minister Zhao Feng, thanks the Great King for the immense grace."

"I will not fail the Great King’s expectations." Zhao Feng bowed and spoke loudly.

Regarding these honors.

Zhao Feng accepted them with complete composure.

In a single phrase, everything he deserved, he had earned through fighting for his life.

There might be royal favor.

But fundamentally, it was him who fought with his life.

Even from the time in the Logistics Army, it was so, fighting step by step.

"This is what you rightly earned with your military achievements." A smile appeared on Ying Zheng’s face.

After speaking.

Ying Zheng surveyed the court, once again restoring that suffocating majesty.

"The conduct of Wang Wan."

"I, will not tolerate."

"The Imperial Censor and Tingwei, after investigating Wang Wan’s matters, must not slack off. Deal with each person once discovered."

"No leniency whatsoever."

Ying Zheng glanced coldly and commanded.

Clearly, he was truly angered this time.

No ministers dared to speak.

Ying Zheng swiftly rose from the throne: "Court is dismissed, Zhao Feng, go to Zhangtai Palace."

After speaking.

Ying Zheng turned around and left directly.

And this made the ministers in the court not dare to breathe heavily.

"We respectfully see the Great King off."

The ministers shouted in unison.

After the court session dispersed.

"Boy, you actually did it, gathering evidence of Wang Wan’s guilt."

"This time, he’s really done for."

Wang Jian stepped forward, laughing heartily.

Not even bothering to cover it up.

"He wanted to go against me, so I’ll see it through to the end." Zhao Feng chuckled, speaking without any restraint.

The two now had a mutual understanding.

No need for many words, they complemented each other.

This was Wang Jian using Wang Wan’s downfall to tell everyone in the court the price of opposing Zhao Feng.

Even Wang Wan, the head of the civil officials, was brought down by Zhao Feng, so others should act cautiously if they plan to target him.

"Indeed."

"We do not easily offend people, but do not let them off if they offend us." Wang Jian loudly agreed.

"Father-in-law."

"You got it wrong." Zhao Feng immediately followed up.

Wang Jian was taken aback: "What’s wrong?"

"I, Zhao Feng, am not afraid of offending people, but I do so openly, because I have not violated the laws of Qin, nor engaged in corruption."

"If someone wants to use the law against me, they might find it truly difficult to find a reason." Zhao Feng said with a hearty laugh, showing an unassailable demeanor.

"Indeed."

"Both my father-in-law and I come from the military, bestowed with land and salary by the Great King, disdainful of engaging in corruption." Wang Jian laughed heartily in agreement.

The father-in-law and son-in-law complemented each other.

The ministers in the court exchanged glances, but no one dared say anything.

Yet the faction of Wang Wan felt terribly aggrieved, their faces ashen, yet they had no words to respond.

Wang Jian and Zhao Feng’s dialogue was explicitly directed at them.

"Father-in-law."

"I will now proceed to Zhangtai Palace for an audience."

After exchanging a few words, Zhao Feng said to Wang Jian.

"Go on." Wang Jian waved his hand.

"Brother Han."

"Come to my residence tonight." Zhao Feng looked at Han Fei and said.

"Alright."

Han Fei did not say much, smiling as he responded.

Then.

Zhao Feng strode towards the exit of the hall, casting a cold glance as he passed by Huai Zhuang and others.

"Huai Xiang."

"What now?"

The ministers affiliated with Wang Wan’s faction looked at Huai Zhuang.

"Let’s discuss it back home." Huai Zhuang glanced and said in a low voice.

In the court, how could he dare say anything?

Below the steps.

Fusu stood frozen in place.

"Prime Minister Wang."

"Is it truly like this?"

"Did he really engage in corruption?" Fusu still found it hard to believe.

At this moment, Hu Hai walked up to Fusu, timely and smugly.

"Elder brother."

"A Left Minister, who would’ve thought he was such a corrupt individual."

"You should thoroughly investigate the people under you as well."

After speaking.

Before Fusu could reply, Hu Hai walked away with a face full of satisfaction.

Within Zhangtai Palace!

Ying Zheng was already inside, reviewing memorials.

Zhao Feng walked briskly into the hall.

"Minister greets the Great King." Zhao Feng greeted familiarly.

Seeing Ying Zheng did not move.

Zhao Feng did not stand on ceremony and sat down beside him, waiting.

Zhao Gao, seeing this, couldn’t help but take a deep breath.

Without a royal edict, daring to take a seat.

But Zhao Feng did not bother to explain, as the Great King had told him before to feel free in Zhangtai Palace.

"Have the Imperial Kitchen prepare lunch."

"And prepare wine."

"Today, I will dine with Zhao Feng in Zhangtai Palace." Ying Zheng spoke without lifting his head.

"This servant obeys the decree."

Zhao Gao received the command with respect, promptly exited the hall, and closed the door behind him.

"Great King."

"What important matter does the summons concern?"

After sitting for a while.

As he watched Ying Zheng still dealing with memorials, Zhao Feng finally couldn’t help but ask.

Ying Zheng lifted his head, set aside the memorial, and looked at Zhao Feng, carrying an air of scrutiny.

"Impressive."

"Such substantial evidence against Wang Wan, collected over a lengthy period, no?" Ying Zheng inquired with a reflective tone.

"I dare not deceive the Great King."

"It indeed took some time."

"However, this minister did it for Qin, to uphold the law." Zhao Feng replied with a smile.

Having taken down Wang Wan in court this time, Zhao Feng was still unclear about Ying Zheng’s stance since it concerned a high-ranking Left Minister with immense authority.

Although the King of Qin currently valued him greatly, Zhao Feng still needed to handle the matter cautiously.