Qin Renhuang just became an immortal, and you told me this is the prehistoric time

The Taoist priests and fox demons, scattered along different sections of the road, simultaneously used their supernatural power to "turn fossils into mud." Flashes of light appeared, and the hard rocks softened like melted butter, then, under the shaping influence of an invisible force, quickly transformed into a flat and wide roadbed.

With tens of thousands of Nascent Soul level cultivators working simultaneously, the efficiency was astonishing, comparable to moving mountains and filling seas! At this rate, the road network in the southern mountainous area will be completely connected in no time.

Seeing that everything was proceeding in an orderly and efficient manner, Ying Shaoyang felt somewhat relieved.

With a swift movement, he soared into the sky, overlooking the vibrant territory of the Great Qin Dynasty.

With a flash of light, the dark silver spherical magic artifact, which he obtained from the Tianxing Sect in the Liaozhai world and which contained countless rotating starlight and shadows, appeared in his palm.

He had never figured out what to do with this bizarre magical artifact that required devouring hundreds of thousands of demons to be fully refined.

Directly fusing it with the stellar laws of the Great Qin world would undoubtedly enhance the quantity and quality of the stars in the heavens. If combined with the Heavenly Gang and Earthly Fiend Array, it could even more than double the intensity and total amount of starlight in the Great Qin world! This would be of great benefit to certain cultivation techniques and supernatural abilities that rely on the power of stars.

"But the Qin world is not lacking in the energy of heaven and earth..."

Ying Shaoyang pondered.

However, if he chose to continue refining this treasure according to the original method, the massive amount of "demon race nourishment" required would make him feel somewhat apprehensive just thinking about it.

Moreover, it remains to be seen whether this treasure will be a blessing or a curse once it is fully refined.

He had been preoccupied with many matters and had no time to think deeply.

Now, the cabinet is overseen by the imperial concubine, military affairs are handled by Zhang Han, Wang Ben and others, domestic affairs are managed by Xiao He, Liu Bang and others, there are sacred places for cultivation, and the migration of people is proceeding in an orderly manner... It seems that all matters have been initially settled.

It's time to make a decision about this crucial tool for the future.

Ying Shaoyang stared intently at the slowly rotating star sphere in his palm, his gaze deep as he fell into deep thought. Should he choose the safer approach of strengthening the world's foundation, or risk forging a mysterious magical artifact that might possess world-destroying power, but also come with immense karmic burdens and risks?

In the palm of his hand, the dark silver sphere seemed to contain a miniature starry sky, with hundreds of thousands of tiny starlight points colliding and swimming wildly within it, trying to break free from the magic weapon's restraints. However, they were all firmly blocked by the sphere's incredibly tough material and the strange laws contained within it, unable to cross the line.

The He Shi Bi hanging at Ying Shaoyang's waist seemed to sense the stellar power that was of the same origin but different from it. It trembled slightly, emitting a warm glow, and even flew up a short distance on its own, conveying a desire to merge with it.

Ying Shaoyang could sense that the core of the world instinctively wanted to devour and assimilate these star rules and energies from another world in order to complete itself.

But he raised his hand and grabbed the restless He Shi Bi jade, pressing it back to his waist, its brilliance subdued.

"If I cannot traverse the heavens, directly merging this item with the world to increase the number and quality of stars would be a safe choice. Keeping it in my hands to play with and study it is also acceptable."

Ying Shaoyang muttered to himself.

"But since I can travel between different worlds, how can I be satisfied with such 'safety'?"

His gaze gradually sharpened, and a bolder, more profit-maximizing idea took the lead.

"The reason why the Heavenly Star Sect couldn't refine it is because they are too weak and confined to one realm! I have the myriad realms of heaven and earth as my backing, so why should I worry about not finding a sufficient number of 'resources'?"

He thought of the world called "Yang Shen," a place said to teem with demon cultivators and ghost immortals, where perhaps they could gather the terrifying number he desired. "I'll go there and find enough demon cultivators to create this treasure!"

Having made up his mind, Ying Shaoyang no longer hesitated.

He raised his hand towards the sky, his mind communicating with the celestial bodies of the Qin world.

In an instant, the pure starlight that originally illuminated the earth seemed to be summoned by the king, and separated into strands of pure starlight. As if drawn by an invisible force, they crossed space and fell precisely into the star bead in his palm!
Om-!
The 108 main stars inside the sphere, which served as the core hub, suddenly burst forth with unprecedented brilliance! They were like tiny black holes, greedily devouring and absorbing the pure starlight from the Great Qin world.

These foreign starlight were quickly refined and transformed into a more condensed, unique star power with a hint of destruction and rebirth. Then, like rivers flowing into the sea, it flowed and permeated into the main structure of the sphere.

Visibly, clearer and more complex patterns began to emerge around the slightly blurry holes on the surface of the sphere. These patterns, like natural star trails, emitted a faint glow and grew brighter and brighter! The aura of the bead itself also rose accordingly, becoming more profound and deep.

Inside the sphere, the hundreds of thousands of struggling starlight, after being strengthened by the 108 main stars at the core, seemed to have been nourished and suppressed to a certain extent, becoming slightly "docile".

Among them, there were about ten thousand starlight rays that were noticeably more stable and brighter than their companions, as if they had been initially "tamed" by this magical artifact and had become part of its power.

"Although we do not know what form or power this treasure will take after it is fully refined... judging from its star trajectory and rune pattern, it is very likely to be a large-scale star array magic treasure."

Ying Shaoyang made his own guess.

"In any case, since I have decided to take this path, I will definitely forge it and see just how earth-shattering the power of this magic weapon, which requires the lives of hundreds of thousands of demons to be sacrificed!"

He retrieved the newly activated and stronger Star Sphere into his internal space for nurturing, and in a flash, he returned to the Qin Imperial Palace.

……

Deep within the palace, in a side hall.

Empress Lü sat upright in the main seat, her posture elegant and her expression gentle, yet she possessed an undeniable air of authority.

Standing before her were a group of stunningly beautiful women from the Sui and Tang dynasties, including Li Xiuning, Changsun Wan'er, Shang Xiuxun, Wanwan, Shi Feixuan, and Shi Qingxuan.

Each of them possessed unparalleled beauty and a unique temperament—some were heroic, some gentle, some alluring, and some ethereal—yet at this moment, they all looked at this noble imperial concubine with a mixture of curiosity and trepidation.

Empress Lü Zhi's gaze slowly swept over the women, and she calmly pronounced their names. After confirming that they were correct, she spoke, her voice clearly reaching everyone's ears.

"I am Empress Lü Zhi, Imperial Noble Consort of the Great Qin Dynasty."

She paused, then continued.

"Regardless of your previous status in the Sui Dynasty—whether you were princesses, noble ladies, grandmasters, or fairies—once you step into this Qin Dynasty palace, everything from the past is like smoke and clouds. Here, you have only one identity—palace maids."

"A palace maid?!"

These two words were like a thunderclap, exploding in the hearts of the women! Before they came, they had all had some fantasies. With their looks, talents and status, even if they could not become concubines immediately, they should at least be female officials. Who would have thought that they would be directly assigned to the lowest-ranking palace maids?
Li Xiuning's pretty face changed slightly, Changsun Wan'er's beautiful eyes widened, Shang Xiuxun frowned, Wanwan's lips curled into a smile that was not quite a smile, Shi Feixuan's eyes remained calm but unfathomable, and Shi Qingxuan lowered her head slightly, seemingly lost in thought.

When they arrived in the world of Qin, they knew they would encounter historical figures, but they never expected to face Empress Lü Zhi, known for her ruthlessness! Before entering Xianyang, they even secretly speculated that Lü Zhi might be of similar status to them, since Ying Shaoyang had not yet established an empress.

However, the next moment, an incomparably terrifying aura suddenly erupted from Lü Zhi! It was not a pure power pressure, but a majesty that struck straight to the soul, formed by someone who had long held a high position and controlled life and death, and who had incorporated some of the incense and spiritual power bestowed by Ying Shaoyang!

Under this overwhelming aura, the women felt their breath catch in their throats, as if an invisible mountain was pressing down on their hearts. Even their internal energy and true qi were sluggish and difficult to mobilize! They were horrified to discover that this seemingly gentle imperial concubine was far more powerful than they had imagined!
"Stop having those unrealistic fantasies."

Lü Zhi's voice remained calm, yet carried a chilling coldness.

"Within the palace, there are rules. His Majesty brought you back to offer you opportunities, not to allow you to curry favor with the powerful. Be content to be palace maids, strive to improve your abilities, and perhaps you will have your day. If you harbor any delusions, do not blame me for being ruthless!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the terrifying aura receded like a tide, vanishing without a trace.

The women felt a sudden lightness in their bodies, but their backs were already soaked with cold sweat. Their eyes, as they looked at Lü Zhi, were filled with fear and lingering apprehension.

Empress Lü Zhi's face regained its gentle smile, as if nothing had happened, and she gave instructions to the eunuch standing beside her.

"Take them down and settle them in the Siyuansi (Palace Administration Office) to learn palace rules and become familiar with its affairs."

"promise."

The eunuch respectfully responded and led the women, each with their own thoughts, away.

Empress Lü watched their departing figures with a calm expression.

She knew that these women each had their own backgrounds and were exceptionally talented. In the future, some of them might actually be able to secure a place in the palace, and might even threaten her position.

But she was even more confident. With her seniority as one of the earliest followers of Ying Shaoyang, her years of experience managing the inner palace, and the trust and authority given to her by Ying Shaoyang, her position was by no means something that these newcomers could easily shake.

After the women left, Lü Zhi turned to look at Chu Yi, who stood beside her like a shadow. Her aura instantly became superior, exuding the majesty of an empress.

"What arrangements has Your Majesty made for Chu Yi, Li Jing, Xu Shiji, Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui, Wei Zheng, and others?"

Chu Yi immediately stepped forward, a fawning smile on his face, and bowed in response.

"Your Majesty, His Majesty has issued a decree. Li Jing will join the Great Wall Army Corps, and Xu Shiji will join the Yan Ying Army Corps, both of whom will be appointed as military captains. Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui, and Wei Zheng will be sent to three counties in Guanzhong to serve as county magistrates."

Upon hearing this, Lü Zhi's eyes flashed with understanding, and she muttered to herself.

"Li Jing and Xu Shiji were appointed as military officers in the two main border armies, and Yue Fei was sent to the Northwest Army... Your Majesty intends to turn the three major regular army camps of the Great Qin into cradles of famous generals."

She instantly understood Ying Shaoyang's intention: he was reserving top-notch military commanders for a possible large-scale conquest in the future.

Thinking that the Qin Dynasty now has gathered many of the top historical commanders such as Wang Jian, Meng Tian, ​​Zhang Han, Wang Ben, Li Jing, Xu Shiji, and Yue Fei, but there is no large-scale war available for them at the moment, she couldn't help but smile.

Such a formidable lineup would have been enough to sweep across the world in any previous dynasty, but now it feels like "heroes have no place to use their talents".

"As for Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui, and Wei Zheng..."

Lü Zhi's gaze narrowed slightly.

"These three are all exceptionally talented individuals who will leave a significant mark on history. His Majesty has brought them back specifically, surely not just to make them county magistrates. With careful nurturing, they will undoubtedly become prime ministers in the future. I will also need to pay close attention to them in the future."

She leaned back gently in her chair, her fingertips tapping slowly on the armrest, and began to ponder in her mind how to better assist His Majesty in controlling the ever-growing and talented Qin Dynasty.

On the vast grasslands of the northwestern border of the Qin Dynasty.

A group of about a hundred Qin cavalrymen, dressed in light leather armor, charged like arrows towards a nomadic tribe of tens of thousands, whose tents stretched as far as the eye could see!
Leading the charge was a warrior whose entire body was covered in heavy black armor, with even his face shrouded in a mask.

He wielded a twelve-foot-long spear, which moved like a black dragon emerging from the sea. He easily deflected the arrows that came flying like water, and the simple wooden fence surrounding the tribe was torn apart and blown away like paper under his spear!
"Block him!"

A burly man, wielding a giant axe, charged out from the tribe. He was clearly a renowned warrior of the tribe, and roared as he slashed at the heavily armored knight.

However, the knight didn't even change the trajectory of his charge. He simply thrust his lance forward, and a sharp glint of cold light struck first, precisely piercing the strong man's throat! The strong man's momentum came to an abrupt halt, his giant axe fell limply, and with disbelief and terror in his eyes, he crashed to the ground.

The leading knight did not stop, like a tiger entering a flock of sheep. His spear thrust and swept, and wherever he went, men and horses fell and howled. He single-handedly broke the formation of the thousands of tribal warriors who had gathered together!

Upon seeing this, the hundred light cavalrymen following behind him immediately spread out like wings, cutting into the chaotic tribal camp as swiftly as a hot knife through butter. With horses' hooves trampling and blades flashing, the entire tribe of tens of thousands of people collapsed and scattered at a visible speed.

The battle ended quickly. The cavalrymen began to skillfully drive and gather the tribe's tens of thousands of cattle and sheep, and tied together the thousands of surrendered and captured young men of the tribe with ropes, preparing to escort them back to the settlement on the border of the Great Qin.

The heavily armored knight reined in his horse, lifted his visor to reveal a young face with a composure and determination beyond his years—it was Yue Fei, who had been appointed as a lieutenant in the Northwest Army Corps.

He looked at the devastated battlefield before him, which had been quickly pacified, but his face showed no joy of victory; instead, his brows were furrowed.

"Such a battle is simply... utterly meaningless."

Yue Fei muttered to himself, his tone tinged with helplessness.

"The enemy is weak, their formation is loose, and their weapons are crude. They are good for nothing but bravery. Using our elite Qin cavalry against such a tribe is like using a sledgehammer to crack a nut—a huge waste of our soldiers' strength and training!" (End of Chapter)