In the great hall.
Ying Zheng raised an eyebrow, then immediately said,
"There cannot be two suns in the sky or two rulers on the earth. I intend to unify the realm. I ask you all to lend me your aid."
"Your Majesty... The land of Baiyue is rife with miasma. Its people reject the ways of the king and hide in the mountains and forests. Subduing them will hardly be a quick undertaking."
Wei Liaozi was taken aback, then hurriedly tried to dissuade him.
This matter had also been discussed after the Six States were conquered. Baiyue could be conquered, but it would take time and effort, and even if they truly conquered it, the gains would not outweigh the losses.
After all, the conditions in Baiyue were truly harsh. Unless they had no other choice, no one would willingly go to such a remote and barren place.
Wang Jian also coughed several times and said weakly,
"Your Majesty, forgive this old servant. I am advanced in years and worn down by overwork. I fear I can no longer serve at Your Majesty's side or render even the service of a dog or horse!"
Seeing the two speak this way, Wang Ben looked troubled. He bent forward, about to speak, but Ying Zheng cut him off.
"Who said I intend to subdue a trifling place like Baiyue?"
Ying Zheng waved his hand. A young eunuch came forward in small steps, holding a wooden tray above his head with both hands.
A scroll lay on the tray.
"Your Majesty, what is this...?"
Wei Liaozi asked curiously.
"If you're curious, State Grandee, you may take a look first!"
Ying Zheng shrugged indifferently, gesturing for him to do as he pleased.
Wei Liaozi didn't hesitate. He took the scroll and unrolled it