Everyone held their weapons in one hand and shouted in unison:
"Long live Great Qin! Long live Your Majesty!"
The sound was like a peal of thunder. From a distance, the scene was one of solemnity, as if the magnificent power that had once swept across the Six States had returned.
News of First Emperor Ying Zheng’s emergence from seclusion spread rapidly to the court officials. Upon hearing the news, everyone immediately set aside their duties and rushed to the palace. The Emperor had emerged? Surely his heart would be filled with joy. To gain the Emperor’s favor now would undoubtedly lead to a promotion.
Footsteps drew near as the civil and military officials flooded in. Li Si, Wang Wan, Meng Yi, Wang Ben, and Wang Jian were all present. As they gathered below the steps of Zhangtai Palace, they whispered among themselves. Wang Jian, in particular, stepped forward and asked Li Si in a low voice, "Do you know why the Emperor went into seclusion so suddenly? And what about the urgent report from General Meng Tian?"
Chapter 43