Secondly, it was Zhao Feng who originally pointed out the poison in the Spirit Pill, so Zhao Feng had no reason to use the Poison Pill to harm himself.

"Haha." Zhao Feng chuckled lightly, without offering any explanation.

"You gave it to the Great King, but not to your father-in-law?" Wang Jian said with a hint of reproach.

"Father-in-law."

"In a couple of days, I will prepare some for you."

"These are genuine Spirit Pills, not false Poison Pills, which are very rare." Zhao Feng quickly replied.

"If your father-in-law is requesting it, then I too shall boldly ask for one." Xia Wuqie said with a smile.

"There is, for everyone." Zhao Feng nodded repeatedly.

...

In the days that followed.

Zhao Feng also enjoyed a rare tranquility.

No need to attend court, nor to oversee the army.

Every day just accompanying Wang Yan and Wu Yang.

Of course.

During this time, many ministers learned that Ying Zheng personally visited Zhao Mansion and bestowed names upon Zhao Feng's two children, prompting several ministers to send gifts.

For these.

Zhao Feng accepted them all.

Everything was calm and peaceful.

In the court!

"Minister Han Fei."

"Returning to the capital as summoned."

"Presenting household register records from the Zhao Territory, tax records, and population records."

"Please review, Great King."

Han Fei stood in the grand hall, holding a box containing foundational records collected from Wei Territory.

Ying Zheng waved his hand.

Zhao Gao promptly descended the hall, respectfully receiving the box and presenting it to Ying Zheng.

Ying Zheng opened the box.

Casually picking up the top record, from his serious expression, it was evident he was reviewing it meticulously.

After examining the first document.

Ying Zheng continued to browse through them.

The entire court was silent.

At this moment.

Many ministers understood that if Han Fei succeeded in managing Zhao state's governance, he would have the opportunity to enter the ranks of the Nine Ministers.

After a long while.

Ying Zheng closed the records.

"Minister Han's governance abilities resonate across the realm. It was unclear during his time in Xianyang how capable Minister Han truly was."

"Now, despite Zhao Territory not lagging behind Qin in terms of population, it overcame the chaos of war and calamity, becoming orderly under Minister Han's governance in just over a year."

"This achievement must be attributed to Minister Han."

Ying Zheng praised Han Fei.

Clearly.

These reports greatly pleased Ying Zheng.

It was evident they gained approval.

"Thank the Great King for the praise."

"Being an official of Qin, it is only right for me to serve Qin." Han Fei responded humbly.

"I heard."

"After managing Zhao Territory, you went to Daliang City and handled tens of thousands of refugees?"

"And even constructed a new city?" Ying Zheng asked with a smile.

Without wasting any time, Han Fei took out a scroll from his robe.

"Presenting to the Great King."

"This is the household register of the new city, including population details." Han Fei raised the scroll loudly.

Zhao Gao swiftly stepped down, took the scroll, and presented it to Ying Zheng.

Ying Zheng received it and examined it closely.

The circumstances of the new city, the household and population details were clear.

"Originally Daliang City had over fifty thousand people; after Hong Ze, forty thousand remained, all settled by Minister Han, who also built a new city."

"This achievement is considerable."

Ying Zheng said with a satisfied expression.

"The city-building strategy, alongside the specific implementation, owes much to General Zhao Feng's guidance, without which I wouldn't have managed it so easily."

"Most of this achievement belongs to General Zhao Feng; I merely took advantage." Han Fei reported loudly.

Clearly.

Han Fei didn't want to claim the achievement alone, even though Zhao Feng voluntarily offered it.

Though Han Fei was unaware.

Upon hearing that the city-building and refugee settlement achievements were mostly Zhao Feng's work, Ying Zheng's eyes brightened.

"Minister Han is saying that the city-building strategy and specific implementation were arranged by Zhao Feng?" Ying Zheng inquired.

"This strategy and method were all arranged by General Zhao Feng; I merely followed through on the General's strategy." Han Fei dutifully replied.

"Unexpected."

"Zhao Feng indeed understands governance." Ying Zheng said with some appreciation.

"Report to the Great King."

"General Zhao Feng not only excels in commanding soldiers, but also in governance, for which I hold him in great esteem." Han Fei replied loudly.

"With Minister Han's praise, it seems Zhao Feng indeed has extraordinary abilities in governance." Ying Zheng nodded with a smile.

And felt exceptionally pleased: "Feng'er, Feng'er, it appears I have truly underestimated you."

"To think, your governance abilities are so remarkable."

"Building a new city and settling tens of thousands of refugees is no mere feat of governance skill."

"It appears."

"Feng'er is truly the chosen successor bestowed upon me by heaven."

Returning to his senses.

Ying Zheng's gaze fell back onto Han Fei, declaring loudly: "For the governance of Zhao Territory and building a new city to settle tens of thousands of refugees, Minister Han's accomplishments are undeniable."

"It is my duty." Han Fei bowed in acknowledgment.

"Han Fei's achievements in state governance deserve reward."

"Issue my edict."

"As of today."

"Appoint Han Fei as Minister of Agriculture, within the Nine Ministers."

Ying Zheng proclaimed majestically.

"I, thank the Great King for the gracious kindness."

Han Fei did not refuse, nor showed any hesitation.

Before any minister could react, he directly expressed his gratitude.

This was Han Fei's tactfulness.

By accepting the decree immediately, without allowing others to speak, he secured his position among the Nine Ministers firmly.

"The Great King's appointment, I support."

"With Minister Han's abilities, he is fully capable of fulfilling this role." Li Si stood out to express agreement immediately.

Regardless of being slightly late in the moment, or whatever the circumstances.

He acted.

This was also an attempt to build favor with Han Fei.

After Li Si spoke.

Wang Wan and other court ministers also voiced agreement.

Ying Zheng's decision was settled, and since the Minister of Agriculture position had long been vacant, with no suitable candidate, welcoming Han Fei was perhaps the perfect solution.

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