The next morning.
Ying Zheng was dressed in luxurious clothes, sitting on the highest throne, looking down at the people in the hall.
On the left side of Ying Zheng, the Killing God Baiqi was wearing a golden mask that covered his face.
Bai Qi was Ying Zheng's greatest weapon on the battlefield, and it was not appropriate to let others know that he was still alive.
On the right was the commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guards, Black Tortoise. He had a serious expression and was ready at all times.
"When did Ying Zheng recruit two experts?”
"Could it be that the assassins sent out last night were killed by them?”
Seeing this, Lu Buwei's eyes narrowed.
Although Lu Buwei did not have any martial arts, the experts of the Network were all under his command, so he could feel that Baiqi and Black Tortoise were extraordinary.
He vaguely felt that he could not control the overall situation.
Beside him, Marquis of Changxin, Lao Ai, who was dressed luxuriously and had a handsome face, was also shocked.
He had also noticed the difference in Ying Zheng's current state, and was immediately surprised.
Glancing at the ministers, Ying Zheng turned to Lu Buwei and said awkwardly,"
"Zhongfu, an assassin broke into my bedroom at the latest and wanted to kill this king. Moreover, he was wearing the clothes of your subordinate. What do you have to say?”
Although calling Lu Buwei 'Zhongfather', he felt aggrieved.
However, at this moment, Ying Zheng did not have enough strength to challenge Lu Buwei, so he could only admit defeat and endure hardships.
"This subject is afraid. This matter has nothing to do with this subject. There must be some despicable person pretending to be a person of the network with the intention of framing him.”
Hearing this, Lu Buwei's expression changed drastically. He hurriedly cupped his hands and defended himself.
"So, I was wrong about you?”
Ying Zheng's words had directly grabbed Lu Buwei's throat.
If Lu Buwei said that Ying Zheng had wronged him, it would be a great disrespect and he should be beheaded!
If he said that he was not wrongly accused, then he would be convicted of assassination and should be beheaded!
Moreover, they would be implicated!
It was a dead end and he was in a dilemma.
"When did this brat become so sharp-tongued? How dare you disrespect me in court? Damn it!”
Lu Buwei buried his head into the jade board in his hand and chose to remain silent.
Seeing this, Ying Zheng smiled.
You dare to fight me? This is just an appetizer.
In the future, you will suffer.
And Ying Zheng had suddenly launched an attack on Lu Xiangguo, who was a man of great power in the imperial court.
Many sensitive people in the hall sensed a signal.
That was, the King of Qin, Ying Zheng, wanted to take power.
Ding! Congratulations to the host for completing your selection. 1,000 imperial guards have been arranged to wait outside the city.
Ying Zheng did not let this imperial guard enter the city immediately. Instead, he left it outside the city, as it was of great use to him.
Ying Zheng did not intend to fall out with Lu Buwei at the moment, so he changed the topic,"
"Lu Xiangguo, didn't you want to talk to me yesterday? Let's take this opportunity to hear it."
Hearing this, Lu Buwei's expression softened." Your Majesty, I have something to say. It has something to do with Marquis Changxin, Lao Ai."”
"Oh?"
Ying Zheng narrowed his eyes and looked at the handsome Lao Ai.
Killing intent flashed in his eyes.
Because this person and the Empress Dowager Zhao Ji messed with the harem. They were very hateful.
"Your Majesty, please promote Marquis of Changxin, Lao Ai, to Duke of Changxin.”
Lu Buwei sounded displeased.
Because the greater Lao Ai's power was, the greater the threat he posed to him.
However, this was something that Empress Dowager Zhao Ji had asked him to do. This made it difficult for him to refuse.
Hearing this, Ying Zheng's eyes narrowed into slits.
From the highest to the lowest, the title is divided into: Duke, Hou, Bo, Zi, male.
Lao Ai, who had already been conferred the title of Marquis, did not have enough military merits, yet he still wanted to be promoted to another rank.
How preposterous!
It seemed that this was related to Empress Dowager Zhao!
At this moment, the system notification sounded again.
Ding! Please choose!
Option 1: Agree to the request, promote Lao Ai, and reward him with 100 Embroidered Uniform Guards.
[Option 2: Promotion of Lao Ai, reward of gold, silver, jewelry, and five hundred Embroidered Uniform Guards.]
Option 3: Refuse to promote Lao Ai, and reward him with 1,000 Embroidered Uniform Guards and Vermilion Bird as the commander.
After looking at the options, Ying Zheng chose the third option without hesitation.
In an instant, the number of guards in his palace increased by another 1,000, and there was also a first-rate expert, Vermillion Bird.
Fortunately, Ying Zheng could hear the unwillingness in Lu Buwei's words, so he beat him at his own game and said,"
"The matter of promotion involves a lot of things, and the etiquette is complicated. We will discuss it in the future.”
"Your Majesty is wise!"
"Your Majesty is wise!"
Lu Buwei was also a little surprised. He had not expected Ying Zheng to stand on his side this time.
Then, he gave a look to the minister who belonged to him, and agreed with Ying Zheng's words.
"This…I'm afraid this isn't appropriate. The Empress Dowager personally asked about this matter.”
At this moment, Lao Ai stood out and gave a tit-for-tat.
He thought about how he had spent a lot of effort to please the Empress Dowager to get this opportunity. He could not let it go so easily.
"Ridiculous!"
Ying Zheng immediately slammed the table and stood up." I have the final say in this court. How can I tolerate the words of a woman?"”
As for his mother, Empress Dowager Zhao Ji, Ying Zheng no longer had any hope.
When he dealt with Lao Ai, he would take her down as well.
"King, please calm down!"
The ministers were terrified, because they had never seen Ying Zheng angry before.
Lao Ai and Lu Buwei both frowned deeply, feeling that Ying Zheng was different from before.
"This matter is settled. We'll discuss it later.”
"Is there anything else? If there's anything, report it. If there's nothing, retreat!"
Ying Zheng looked at all the officials in the hall with disdain, but no one dared to breathe loudly.
Seeing that no one had reported, Ying Zheng flicked his sleeves and left.
Looking at Ying Zheng, who was now far away, Lao Ai and Lu Buwei were deep in thought.
……
The King of Qin's bedroom.
After returning to his bedchamber, Ying Zheng had been thinking about what to do next.
He now had a total of 1,100 Embroidered Uniform Guards, the Black Tortoise and the Vermillion Bird, the 1,000 Imperial Army soldiers, and the super killer Baiqi.
Now, he was confident that he could protect Ying Zheng himself.
But for Lu Buwei and the assassins from the Network, it was not enough.
"Lao Ai, just because of the Empress Dowager's favor, you actually want to be conferred the title of Duke. Do you think I'll give you a chance to grow stronger?”
"Now, it's time to deal with you.”
Ying Zheng pondered for a moment. Now that Lao Ai and Lu Buwei were not on good terms, it was a good opportunity to get rid of Lao Ai.
"Vermillion Bird, come in!"
A Brocade Guard dressed as a woman walked in valiantly.
"Vermillion Bird greets Your Majesty."
"Vermillion Bird, you should be practicing some sort of lightness skill, right?”
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
"Alright, I have a task for you. You go and monitor every move of Marquis of Changxin, Lao Ai. If he comes to the Empress Dowager's bedroom, report to me immediately.”
Ying Zheng narrowed his eyes slightly, emitting a cold light.
"I accept your decree!"
Very soon, Vermilion Bird brought a few Brocade Guard to keep an eye on Marquis of Changxin, Lao Ai.
At the same time, Ying Zheng also summoned the Black Tortoise.
Tell him to lead a thousand Embroidered Uniform Guards and get ready to take down Lao Ai today.
As expected.
Not long after, the Vermilion Bird sent someone to deliver the news.
Lao Ai, Marquis of Changxin, had already entered the Empress Dowager's bedchamber.
"Move out!"
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