But how can I warn my father that this millet is poisonous?
[It's a slow-acting poison. You'll feel fine immediately after ingesting it, but if you take it continuously for six months, you'll either die or be severely injured!]
Ying Zheng's expression shifted slightly.
After taking it for six months, will it result in either death or permanent disability?
He looked at the plump millet grains, and a chill ran through him.
ruthless!
This move is absolutely ruthless!
The millet matures in half a month and is then harvested and sold. Within two months at most, this high-quality millet will be available throughout the entire Qin Dynasty.
Whether they were ordinary people or officials of the Qin Dynasty, they were probably already eating this kind of millet.
For a short time, everyone lived in peace and even felt fortunate to be able to eat high-quality millet.
However, this situation lasted for half a year, and throughout the entire Qin Dynasty, people were either dead or injured.
The resulting casualties were unpredictable.
At that time, the Qin Dynasty will face annihilation.
No wonder Yu'er said that this move might lead to the destruction of the Qin Dynasty!
And I will become a sinner for all time because of this!
Let alone a thousand years, I'm afraid that even ten thousand years from now, they will still be criticized by future generations.
The little guy stood to the side, his brow furrowed, as if he were struggling with something.
Ying Zheng suddenly spoke up, "Yu'er, you should go back first today. I still have some things to take care of."
The little guy was taken aback. "Huh?"
[They're leaving already? I haven't even reminded Dad yet!]
[Should I just tell you? No way! I can't explain how I know all this. What if Father thinks I'm some kind of monster and executes me?]
Ying Zheng's expression softened slightly.
Silly child, your father would never think of you as a monster!
As your father, I know very well that you are Zitan Star, who came to my side to save the Great Qin Dynasty.
This is a very important matter; I should at least give Dad a hint.
Seeing the little guy frowning and deep in thought, Ying Zheng felt a warmth in his heart.
Such worry for your father, all the love you've given me has been worthwhile!
He turned to look at the millet, his eyes thoughtful, and said, "But although this millet is good, there is one thing that I have some doubts about."
The little guy's expression shifted slightly, and he looked up at Ying Zheng.
Has Dad discovered something?
Ying Zheng slowly said, "This kind of divine medicine is a miracle. If we keep it for ourselves, we will have inexhaustible food, endless wealth, and a supreme status."
"But isn't it too generous of the person who possesses it to offer it up for just an official position?"
The little guy nodded repeatedly, "That's right!"
[Dad is so smart! If I had something like that, I'd keep it too, and I'd never let anyone know!]
That guy's decisive act of handing it over must have had something in mind!
[After all, he's not your son, I am!]
This suspicion isn't particularly clever; a little thought is enough to realize something is amiss.
The medicine was so miraculous that even Ying Zheng was overjoyed upon seeing its effects, and in his momentary elation, he overlooked such a simple problem.
Moreover, the man who offered the medicine was not without ulterior motives; he was solely seeking power, and this appearance somewhat influenced his judgment.
Ying Zheng looked at the little guy, "It seems that I was too presumptuous. I need to investigate this matter thoroughly. Yu'er, you should go back now."
The little guy nodded repeatedly, "Okay! Daddy, investigate carefully!"
Hearing Ying Zheng say this, he felt much more at ease.
As an emperor, Ying Zheng's methods are beyond question. If he wanted to investigate this matter thoroughly, the truth would surely come to light.
Seeing the little guy crawling towards the door, Ying Zheng was stunned for a moment before realizing that the little guy couldn't walk yet.
If we climb back, how long will it take?
He quickly went over and picked up the little guy, saying, "Let Dad take you home."
The little guy was picked up, but his eyes changed slightly.
He stretched out his chubby little hand and tugged at Ying Zheng's clothes, "Daddy, my good daddy!"
The little guy was so attentive that Ying Zheng was a little puzzled. "Father is here, what's wrong?"
The little guy blinked his big eyes and looked at Ying Zheng, saying, "I haven't received a gift from you in a long time. I miss those times."
As he spoke, he pointed his little finger behind Ying Zheng and said, "Look, doesn't that basin look like the next gift you'll give me?"
Ying Zheng was taken aback. He turned around and saw the basin placed not far away.
Made of silver, with a faint luster, and engraved with exquisite patterns, it is a valuable item made by a master craftsman.
Ying Zheng replied, "It doesn't seem like it."
"That's it!"
After speaking, he stepped forward and reached out to pick up the silver basin.
"Thank you, Dad!"
The little guy was very happy that his savings were now even more substantial.
Although it's silver and not as valuable as gold, it's very big!
[It should be worth some money!]
After the two left, many people in the palace witnessed a strange scene.
The emperor, holding a baby in one hand and a silver basin in the other, walked earnestly toward a certain place.
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"Mother! Mother!"
As Ying Zheng entered the palace, the little boy eagerly opened his arms to Consort Shu.
Consort Shu quickly took the little one, overjoyed, "Yu'er! My Yu'er! You're finally back!"
Xiangqin watched from the side, her face also beaming with joy.
The Empress finally smiled.
During the few days the young master was away, Consort Shu lost her appetite and worried constantly about whether the little guy would encounter any trouble, whether he would go hungry, or whether he would get cold.
Now that the young master has returned safely, Consort Shu is relieved, and so is she.
"Let your mother see if there's anything wrong with you."
Consort Shu carefully examined the little guy and was relieved to see that his complexion was still rosy and there were no injuries on his body.
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