Fantasy: Unparalleled Prince, Conquering the Heavens!-Chapter 631 - 605: Morning Meeting _1

The Saint's Court of the Qin Dynasty!

The Morning Hall!

Thousands of scholars of the Qin Dynasty stood in an orderly manner outside the hall.

Joyful occasions certainly lift the spirits. The faces of the crowd were indeed filled with joy, and they occasionally glanced at the imposing hall with anticipation.

This was the second court session convened since Qin Wudao's triumphant return to court, a full week after the previous one.

"Feng Gaohu of Fudian City, from the Eastern Ancient Domain. A scholar of Confucianism in the early stages of the Quasi-Emperor Realm. Following discussions with the Six Departments, he is eligible to temporarily serve as Vice Domain Master of the Nine-Layered Domain!"

"Wu Yuxiang of Stone City, from the Feathered Domain. A scholar of Daoism in the early stages of the Quasi-Emperor Realm. Following discussions with the Six Departments, he is eligible to temporarily serve as Vice Domain Master of the Sacred Dragon Domain!"

"Tan Hongxue of Luzhou, from the Eastern Ancient Domain. A scholar of the School of Vertical and Horizontal Alliances in the early stages of the Quasi-Emperor Realm..."

Inside the Morning Hall, Zhuge Liang stood in the center, his expression solemn as he loudly recited the reports.

Due to the rapid expansion of its territory, the Qin Dynasty once again faced a shortage of officials. Even after scouring the entire nation, they could barely gather enough Domain Masters for the major domains. As for positions like Deputy Domain Masters and other similar roles, there simply weren't enough qualified individuals.

Under duress, the court made a bold decision: to exceptionally promote outstanding scholars, entrusting them with significant responsibilities and appointing them to temporarily hold crucial local positions.

"Approved!"

After Zhuge Liang finished reading out the long list, the better part of a day had already passed.

Sitting upon the imperial throne, radiating supreme imperial might, Qin Wudao commanded with authority.

Instantly, above the Imperial Capital City, the Fortune Golden Dragon roared. Thousands of streams of Fortune descended, settling into the bodies of the scholars waiting outside the hall, bestowing upon them numerous benefits.

"Your humble servants kowtow and thank Your Majesty!"

Thousands of scholars knelt and paid their respects.

"Within ten years, the court will conduct multiple evaluations of your administrative achievements. Those who pass will be confirmed in their official posts. Those who fail will be dismissed from office and must return to their studies!" Qin Wudao's authoritative voice boomed from within the great hall.

Hearing this, everyone's heart tightened. The consequences of failing the evaluation were truly severe.

Ten years of effort, only to end in dismissal from office? That would be far too humiliating!

This was an opportunity, but also a formidable challenge.

If successful, they would transform from mere scholars into high-ranking regional administrators, bringing glory to their ancestors! They could stand upon a grander stage, wield their influence, and realize their life's true purpose.

They also understood that this was an incredibly daunting task.

Although the major Sacred Lands had surrendered, their influence, still capable of swaying public sentiment, undoubtedly remained. Successfully implementing imperial policies and establishing complete control over the localities would be an exceedingly difficult endeavor.

After local administrative matters were concluded, the court session continued.

"Your Majesty, per your instructions, my subordinates have searched all territories of the Eternal Temples across the Original Continent. However, we have found no trace of 'Calamity' or the Great Dao!" Jia Xu emerged from the shadows and bowed, his clasped hands before him. His voice was chilling, sending shivers down one's spine.

Qin Wudao's expression remained unchanged. "Continue the search!" he ordered gravely. "Mobilize all the forces of the Saint's Court. Even if it means digging three feet into the earth or moving mountains and overturning seas, you *must* find traces of 'Calamity' and the Great Dao!"

He paused for a moment before continuing his command: "Furthermore, search for the legacies of the Primeval Immortals and collect Primordial Spirit Treasures!"

Finding each Primordial Spirit Treasure would grant him a sign-in reward.

He wanted to sign-in for some useful items to enhance the Qin Dynasty's strength and increase their chances of victory in the inevitable conflict with the Great Dao.

"As you command!" Jia Xu paid his respects, then dissolved into motes of black light and vanished as if he had never been there.

"Your Majesty, the power of the Great Dao originates from Heaven and Earth," Gui Guzi stepped forward at this moment, bowing as he spoke. "If the Great Dao were to manifest as a person, the power it wields would likely be directly proportional to the strength of its Dao energy! I propose that we expand outward, unify the world, and thereby weaken the power of the Great Dao!"

The Qin Dynasty possesses its own Heavenly Dao. All territories conquered by the Qin Dynasty fall under the control of this Heavenly Dao. Once the Saint's Court of the Qin Dynasty unifies the continent, the power of the Great Dao will be weakened to its absolute limit.

"Your Majesty, this humble minister believes it is feasible!" Zhuge Liang, Guo Jia, Xiao He, and the others' eyes lit up as they quickly voiced their agreement.

In recent days, their attention had been solely focused on finding 'Calamity' and the whereabouts of the Great Dao, causing them to overlook the fundamental nature of the Great Dao.

Cutting off its source of power... that is indeed the most fundamental solution!

A fervent glint flashed in Qin Wudao's eyes. "Issue the order!" he commanded loudly. "With the exception of Zhao Yun and Li Yuanba, all other generals are to march forth and unify the Original Continent!"

Unify the world!

This was the aspiration every monarch dreamed of achieving.

He vividly recalled when he first arrived on the Original Continent. Upon learning he was the ninth prince of the Qin Dynasty, he had even dreamed of a future where, one day, he might unify the entire continent.

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

Upon hearing the command, the leading generals of the various army corps knelt on one knee. An intense, palpable killing intent surged forth, rocketing into the nine heavens and seemingly altering the sky's complexion.

Only Zhao Yun and Li Yuanba remained standing, a hint of confusion in their eyes.

Why couldn't the two of us march into battle?

In the city center, within a certain courtyard, Dongfang Wendao, who was in the midst of a game of chess, looked up at the sky-piercing murderous aura, a flicker of surprise in his eyes.

Such intense murderous intent! What are these madmen planning now?

"Who knows what they're up to?" the All-Demon Old Ancestor urged from across the board. "It's none of our concern anyway. Hurry up and make your move!"

"What's the rush?" Dongfang Wendao retorted, picking up a white stone. "With your terrible chess skills, I could spot you an eye and still crush you!"

"Spotting me one eye is nothing!" the All-Demon Old Ancestor glared and snapped back. "If you have the nerve, try spotting me two!"

"Haha!"

The banter between the two provoked hearty laughter from the other Masters of the Sacred Lands present.

After surrendering to the Saint's Court of the Qin Dynasty, they had accompanied the court to the Imperial Capital and settled into a life of leisure. Their days were spent playing chess, drinking wine, and, when boredom struck, seeking out entertainment and music. Indeed, they lived quite freely and comfortably.

It was not until late at night that the court session finally concluded. 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

Civil and military officials departed from the great hall in groups of three and five.

Soon, only Qin Wudao, Zhao Yun, and Li Yuanba remained in the vast Morning Hall.

"Do you two esteemed subjects know why I asked you to stay behind?" Qin Wudao stood up, descended the nine-tiered imperial dais, the imperial pressure emanating from him subsided, and he asked with a smile.

"Your Majesty, we do not know," they both replied, shaking their heads.

Qin Wudao smiled faintly. With a flip of his hands, two brilliantly glowing Divine Patterns appeared in his palms. "The one on the left is the 'Guardian Divine Pattern,' and the one on the right is the 'Thunder God Divine Pattern.' Take them and refine them."

As he finished speaking, the two Divine Patterns, as if imbued with consciousness, floated to hover above the heads of Zhao Yun and Li Yuanba.

"Your generals kowtow in thanks to Your Majesty!" Zhao Yun and Li Yuanba's bodies trembled as they sensed the boundless divine might contained within the Divine Patterns. The gratitude in their hearts was indescribable; they could only kowtow deeply in thanks.

Divine Patterns! These are far too precious!

In recent days, whenever they had free time, they would seek out Lv Bu for sparring sessions. Faced with Lv Bu, who had integrated with the 'Ghost God Divine Pattern,' they felt as insignificant as ants, easily suppressed and utterly powerless to fight back.

"Cultivate them well," Qin Wudao said, helping the two to their feet before turning to leave.

"Please rest assured, Your Majesty!" Zhao Yun declared resolutely, reaching out to grasp the 'Guardian Divine Pattern' as he watched Qin Wudao's retreating figure. "This general swears he will not fail the 'Guardian Divine Pattern'! This life shall be dedicated to protecting Your Majesty and safeguarding the Qin Dynasty!"

As for Li Yuanba, he stared blankly at the 'Thunder God Divine Pattern,' giggling incessantly, looking for all the world like the doted-on, simple-minded son of a wealthy landowner.