Daqin arrests alchemists, what does it matter to me as a qi refiner?

The people spread the good news far and wide. They were grateful for the emperor's kindness and full of expectations for the future of the Qin Dynasty.

In the square of Xianyang City, people spontaneously gathered. They held up plaques inscribed with words such as "Grateful for the Emperor's grace, praying for the prosperity of the Qin Dynasty." From the crowd, someone raised their arms and shouted, "Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!" The cheers were deafening and deeply moving.

Subsequently, the people erected a magnificent stone stele in honor of Ying Zheng. Engraved on the stele were eight gilded characters: "The Emperor Qin's Benevolence and Virtue Benefited All People," which shone brightly. A portrait of Ying Zheng and a brief account of his deeds were also carefully inscribed on the stele for posterity to admire.

The news quickly reached the palace, and Ying Zheng was deeply moved upon learning of the people erecting the monument. He summoned important ministers such as Yang Ling to share this joy.

"Your Majesty, the people love and respect you so much, which shows that your way of governing the country has won the hearts of the people!" Yang Ling praised sincerely.

Ying Zheng smiled and said, "This is all within my duty. As the ruler of the world, I should naturally keep the well-being of the people in mind. Now that the people are living in peace and contentment, and the country is prosperous and stable, I am very pleased."

He paused briefly, then continued, "However, governing a country is like rowing against the current; if you don't advance, you fall behind. I still need to work together with you all to focus on important tasks such as developing the economy and improving people's livelihoods. I wonder if any of you have any good ideas?"

“Exactly! How could there really be any sorcerers in this world? It’s utterly absurd!” Zhao Gao hurriedly echoed.

However, a mysterious smile flickered across his face without being noticed.

"However, this is actually better. After this incident, Fusu and Meng Tian have been imprisoned and have completely lost the right to compete with you, young master!"

"Once His Majesty passes away, you can raise your arm and call to arms, and the entire Qin empire will be yours for the taking!"

As Zhao Gao spoke, a burning fire of ambition blazed in his eyes.

He seemed to already see himself manipulating the young Hu Hai, becoming the mastermind behind the scenes.

However, upon hearing this, Hu Hai was not as delighted as expected; instead, he frowned and stared at him.

"Zhao Gao, are you going to ignore what I say again?"

"As I've said before, I have no interest in the throne. Whoever wants to sit on it can sit on it!"

"What this young master seeks is only immortality!"

Hu Hai's eyes flashed with a manic light as he spoke!

His desire for immortality was clearly stronger than his thirst for power!

After all, if one can attain immortality, what in this world is unattainable?

The allure of something that even the First Emperor pursued is unimaginable!

This is precisely why Zhao Gao chose to support Hu Hai even after understanding his thoughts.

Compared to Fusu, Huhai was much easier to control.

As long as I can help him find the way to immortality, Hu Hai will be forever under my control!
At that time, I will be the true mastermind behind the Qin Dynasty!

Thinking of this, Zhao Gao quickly responded.

"Rest assured, my lord, this old minister will do his utmost to handle this matter properly!"

"only."

He hesitated slightly at this point.

"Just what?" Hu Hai frowned unhappily.

"But as for Xu Fu, this old minister observed the stars last night and saw that his destiny star is dazzlingly bright, as if he is blessed with great fortune. If we want to take his life, I'm afraid it won't be easy," Zhao Gao cautiously reported.

Last night, he invited many fortune tellers to calculate Xu Fu's fate, and the conclusions were all the same.

This secretly alarmed him.

Hu Hai scoffed coldly upon hearing this: "So what if I have great fortune?"

"There is no one in this entire world whom I, Hu Hai, dare not kill!"

"Master, you have many disciples. Immediately issue an order: anyone who can provide information on Xu Fu's whereabouts or take his life will be richly rewarded by this young master!"

"Whoever can present Xu Fu's head will be rewarded with ten thousand gold pieces and granted the title of Marquis of a Thousand Households!"

When Hu Hai said this, his eyes were filled with madness and ruthlessness!

Compared to Fusu, he was more like a spoiled brat who acted recklessly and without regard for the consequences.

Zhao Gao was visibly taken aback upon hearing this, gave Hu Hai a deep look, and then nodded.

"I will obey your command, young master."

at the same time.

Xianyang Prison. As the place where the Qin Dynasty imprisoned serious criminals, this place was dark, damp, and chilly all year round.

Fusu sat alone in the corner of the prison cell, looking dazed.

He still finds it hard to accept the reality he is facing.

Was I really thrown into prison like this?
Father Emperor... actually believed Xu Fu's lies?

Thinking of that composed young man, Fusu was filled with rage and slammed his fist into the ground!
It's all because of that bastard!

If it weren't for him, how could I have ended up like this?!
Just as he was filled with resentment, a commotion suddenly came from the cell next door.

Then Meng Tian's weak voice rang out:
"Young master, please don't do this."

"Now that we are imprisoned, we must be careful that the walls may have ears."

Upon hearing Meng Tian's reminder, Fusu became alert and looked around in alarm. Seeing that there was nothing unusual, he hurriedly approached Meng Tian's prison door.

"General Meng, how are your injuries?"

Fusu looked at Meng Tian with deep concern. After being imprisoned last night, the general had been severely tortured by the jailers and looked quite disheveled.

"I am unharmed."

Meng Tian slowly shook his head, his gaze towards Fusu filled with guilt.

"This whole mishap is entirely my fault, and I have implicated you, young master."

Fusu quickly waved his hand: "General, what makes you say that?"

"If the general hadn't reminded him, Fusu would probably still be indulging in Xu Fu's lies."

"If we're talking about who's implicated, it should be Fusu who's implicated the general."

The two held hands and looked at each other, both seeing genuine affection in each other's eyes.

In this time of crisis, instead of blaming each other, they were both considering each other's interests.

This friendship brought them even closer together.

Fusu sat on the ground in front of Meng Tian's prison gate and sighed:

"General, do you think Xu Fu was a charlatan or not?"

Why does Father trust him so much?

This was something that Fusu couldn't understand.

Xu Fu appeared to be quite young, even younger than himself.

But his speech and demeanor were nothing like those of an ordinary sorcerer.

What's even more puzzling is that his father's attitude towards him is quite abnormal.

That kind of unreserved trust was something Fusu had never seen before.

You should know that although the Emperor is a man of great talent and ambition, he is also a suspicious man.

Otherwise, they wouldn't have dispatched Meng Tian with an army of 300,000 to attack the Xiongnu in the north because of the prophecy "The one who will destroy Qin is Hu".

Faced with Fusu's question, Meng Tian also fell silent.

He, too, didn't know how to answer.

As one of the most trusted generals of the First Emperor, his understanding of the emperor's mind naturally far surpassed that of Fusu.

But this is precisely why he is even more puzzled as to why the First Emperor would trust someone who is completely unlike a sorcerer.

"My lord, I am unaware of this matter either."

"But I can say with certainty that Xu Fu was no ordinary man."

"And," he paused, slightly hesitant.

"And what?" Fusu hurriedly asked.

"Moreover, I believe there may be other hidden reasons behind this incident," Meng Tian said in a deep voice, a glint of light flashing in his eyes.

"Oh? What makes you say that, General?" Fusu asked, puzzled. (End of Chapter)