New Dynasty Established, Journey Through the Great Wilderness

It was three months later that the Qin Family had fully secured control over the entire Chu Dynasty.

During these three months, the entire world had taken on a brand-new look.

Qin De, Qin Feng, Qin Zheng, Xu Yuan, and others personally took charge, simultaneously launching reforms across twelve prefectures, including Leixue Prefecture, Shangque Prefecture, Zhenyang Prefecture, and Bachu Prefecture.

They abolished the harsh laws of the Xiang Family, pacified the common people, audited the state treasuries, reorganized the surrendered troops, purged banditry, and rebuilt order.

Everything proceeded in an orderly and rapid fashion.

The land, once turbulent due to war, quickly regained its vitality. The people lived in peace and contentment, military morale was stable, and the national strength was not only undiminished but even more robust than it had been under the rule of the Xiang Family.

As news spread, the neighboring Han Dynasty and Ming Dynasty immediately began to harbor ulterior motives.

The monarchs of both nations had assumed that the Chu Dynasty must have been severely weakened by the civil war, leaving its military forces hollow—a perfect opportunity to loot and carve up its territory.

Consequently, both nations mobilized their troops and marched them to the borders, watching like tigers, waiting for the chance to take a bite out of the fat meat.

But when they actually approached the border and took a look, they were all stunned.

Within the borders of the Chu Dynasty, military discipline was strict, city defenses were solid, hundreds of thousands of troops were ready for battle, and the Fierce Tiger Army of the Qin Family guarded the vital points, with hidden forces from the immortal sects interspersed among them.

This civil war might have looked intense, but the true elite forces and core combat power of the Qin Family had suffered almost no losses.

A chill ran through the hearts of the princes and generals of the Han and Ming Dynasties:

This was no weak, fat sheep; it was a tiger that had just woken up, brimming with momentum!

If they really started a fight, let alone grabbing a share of the spoils, they would likely lose their own territories in the process.

After weighing the pros and cons repeatedly, the two nations could only retreat in frustration, having failed to gain even a single hair, slinking back into their own borders.

After this scare, the various small powers in the surrounding areas clearly realized the reality—

The newly born Qin Dynasty was not to be trifled with.

With internal stability and external threats deterred, the time was ripe. Supported by all the civil and military officials, Qin Zheng held his coronation ceremony at the imperial palace in Yanjing City.

From this moment on, the Chu Dynasty was officially renamed the Qin Dynasty.

Qin Zheng became the first emperor of the Qin Dynasty, establishing a new era and announcing it to the world.

Within the imperial court, grand titles were bestowed:

Qin Feng was named Grand Marshal of the Armed Forces, holding control over the nation's military power;

Xu Yuan was named Prime Minister, overseeing state affairs and pacifying the realm;

Qin De was honored as the Retired Emperor, focusing on cultivation and the Dao, without involving himself in daily government affairs;

Yun Ce and Feng Yuzi were appointed as Guardian Immortals of the State, holding prestigious positions to deter other nations;

Though young, Qin Yu was named Marquis of the World-Suppressing due to his unparalleled contributions and formidable cultivation, holding command over the Fierce Tiger Army and wielding immense power.

On the day of the ceremony, the imperial palace was decked out in lanterns and colorful streamers, ceremonial music played, officials paid their respects, the people rejoiced, and the whole world celebrated together.

At the celebratory feast, everyone was filled with joy, toasting to the birth of the new dynasty.

Yet, amidst the bustling festivities, Qin De and Feng Yuzi simultaneously received a transmission talisman from Yun Ce.

As the talisman unfolded, the message within appeared calm and composed:

"The new dynasty is established, and worldly matters are concluded.

Qin Yu has excellent natural talent, but having lived in the mortal world for so long, while his cultivation realm is set, his state of mind and experience are still lacking.

I will take him and Xiao Hei into the depths of the Great Wilderness for training and cultivation. It may take a few years, or perhaps up to a decade, but we will return.

With the two of you holding the fort in the court, all will be secure."

After reading it, Qin De nodded gently, his eyes showing no reluctance, only understanding and support.

Feng Yuzi simply smiled and let it be.

They both knew that Yun Ce was a powerhouse at the Nascent Soul Late Stage; having him take Qin Yu for training was not just safe—it was a monumental stroke of fortune.

Imperial thrones and worldly wealth were, in the end, mere passing clouds to a cultivator. The true Great Dao lay above the nine heavens, within the world of cultivation.

"Xiao Yu's path to immortality has truly begun," Qin De sighed softly.

That very day, Yun Ce did not delay.

He stood in white robes, as calm as the wind, with Qin Yu standing beside him, full of fighting spirit and anticipation, along with the quietly standing, cold-auraed Xiao Hei.

The new emperor of the Qin Dynasty, Qin Zheng, the Retired Emperor Qin De, the Guardian Immortal Feng Yuzi, and the Grand Marshal Qin Feng personally saw them off outside the city.

"Brother Yun, Yu'er, take care on your journey," Qin De said with a bow. Qin Yu and Yun Ce returned the gesture, while Xiao Hei flapped his wings and let out a high-pitched cry in response.

Yun Ce nodded slightly: "Let us go. The Great Wilderness is vast, where opportunity and danger coexist. Farewell."

As his voice fell, the three figures soared into the air, breaking through the clouds and speeding toward the end of the world, into the vast and boundless depths of the Great Wilderness.