latelenovela Chapter 356 The King of Qin Understands the Whole Story
Chapter 356 The King of Qin Understands the Whole Story
Chapter 356 The King of Qin Understands the Whole Story
Zhangtai Palace, this towering and magnificent palace, was a symbol of the supreme power of the Qin Dynasty. However, today, it seemed to be shrouded in a mysterious and unpredictable haze, and the originally solemn atmosphere became unusually heavy.
King Ying Zheng of Qin sat firmly on his throne. His posture was as upright as a pine tree, his face as cold and stern as ice, and his unsmiling expression inspired awe. Especially his deep, ocean-like eyes, which seemed to be able to see through all the secrets of the world, yet at this moment, a trace of barely perceptible confusion and worry was revealed in those eyes.
"Your Highness," a palace servant stood there trembling, his body shaking slightly, his voice unconsciously lowered. He respectfully reported to King Ying Zheng of Qin a message he had just received: "Your Majesty, news from outside the palace reports that several people who traveled with General Meng Yi have suddenly fallen into a coma for unknown reasons. What's even stranger is that some of these unconscious individuals have no injuries whatsoever, as if they lost consciousness without a trace..."
Upon hearing this, Ying Zheng's already sharp eyes widened suddenly, and his two thick, ink-black eyebrows furrowed tightly together, forming a deep "川" (river) character.
It felt as if a boulder had been thrown into his heart, stirring up a turbulent storm. Doubt and unease surged forth like a tidal wave. What could have caused such a bizarre and strange situation? Could it be that some treacherous villain was secretly employing some insidious, vicious, and heinous act? Or was it divine retribution?
A series of big question marks flashed rapidly through the King of Qin's mind. Meng Yi and his men were clearly ordered to go to Pei County on a mission, so why did they suddenly appear at the border between Qin and Chu? What exactly happened during this time?
What troubled the King of Qin even more was that Meng Yi was seriously wounded, the shocking wounds seeming to silently tell the story of a fierce battle. Could it be that they had been ambushed by the enemy during their mission? Or had a mistake in some环节 (link/step) led to their identities being exposed, thus bringing about their deaths? Countless possible reasons intertwined in the King of Qin's mind, making his heart grow heavier and heavier.
Since learning this shocking news, the King of Qin had been plunged into deep anxiety and unease. Every night became a torment for him, as he tossed and turned, unable to sleep. That restless emotion burned like a raging fire, constantly consuming his heart and making him exceptionally irritable and easily angered. He had always been a man in control, a figure who commanded the entire situation and had absolute grasp and control over everything. Yet now, this matter was completely beyond his grasp, and a sense of powerlessness surged through him like a tidal wave, enveloping him completely. This feeling was so unfamiliar that even this seasoned king, who had seen countless storms, couldn't help but feel a sense of panic.
Fortunately, a few days later, accompanied by the sound of galloping hooves and billowing dust, the group that had accompanied Meng Yi on his mission to Pei County finally returned, weary from their journey. The news quickly reached the palace, and upon learning of it, the King of Qin immediately ordered them to be summoned.
As one of Meng Yi's capable lieutenants who led him to Pei County on a mission, and also the deputy commander of this operation, Wei Ji was naturally among those summoned. The moment he stepped into Xianyang City, before he could even catch his breath or change into clean clothes, he hurriedly followed the guards who came to escort him all the way to Zhangtai Hall in the palace.
The palace was magnificent and solemn, inspiring awe even from afar. Wei Ji stepped slowly into the palace with heavy steps, instantly feeling an invisible, powerful pressure surge towards him like a tidal wave, as if to engulf him completely. He suppressed his nervousness, mustered his courage, and raised his head to look upwards. There he saw the King of Qin, high above, sitting steadily, his figure like a towering mountain peak, incomparably majestic, exuding a kingly aura that made people dare not look directly at him.
The King of Qin also noticed the group entering the hall, his gaze first falling on the young man at the head of the group. This man was Wei Ji. He was agile and muscular, each step firm and powerful. His face was sharply defined, revealing a calm and decisive nature within his resolute features. Just one glance was enough to sense the competence and courage emanating from him.
Upon seeing the King of Qin, Wei Ji and the others quickly knelt down and shouted in unison, "Greetings, Your Majesty!" Their voices were clear and loud, echoing in the spacious hall.
The King of Qin slightly raised his hand and said in a deep voice, "Get up."
With the King of Qin's permission, the group cautiously stood up. At this moment, Wei Ji took a small step forward, clasped his hands in a fist and bowed, saying, "This humble general is Wei Ji, a deputy general under General Meng Yi."
The King of Qin nodded, and his deep, magnetic voice rang out: "Tell me everything you know!"
Wei Ji quickly replied, "Yes, sir!" Then, he composed himself and began to recount the various things he had experienced during this period in an orderly and unhurried manner.
Initially, Wei Ji and several others, led by Meng Yi, traveled tirelessly towards Pei County. The journey was dusty, and everyone appeared exhausted, yet no one dared to slacken their efforts.
Finally, as they stepped onto the unfamiliar land of Pei County, a sense of astonishment welled up in everyone's hearts. Before this, they had been completely unaware of the mission's content or destination, simply blindly following Meng Yi. It wasn't until they crossed the border between the Qin and Wei states that Wei Ji and the others gradually realized that this mission was likely no small matter.
From the moment Meng Yi issued the order, everyone was deeply surprised. As the Commander of the Imperial Guard, Meng Yi bore the heavy responsibility of protecting the Prince of Qin and safeguarding the peace of the palace. He was usually busy handling various affairs, practically unable to spare a moment's attention. If it weren't for an extremely urgent matter, how could he have so rashly left the capital, Xianyang?
However, upon arriving in Pei County, they were shocked to realize that the situation was far more difficult than they had imagined. What kind of crucial mission required the Imperial Commander to travel such a long and arduous journey deep into Chu territory to personally carry it out? This mystery hung over everyone's minds like a heavy cloud, filling them with both tension and curiosity. Although everyone was filled with doubt, seeing Meng Yi's serious and silent expression, no one dared to ask. They could only speculate in their hearts just how arduous this mission was.