The Great Qin Dynasty: The egg of the Black Bird was revered as a national guardian beast.

The city of Xianyang was no longer peaceful.

Not long after the First Emperor returned to Xianyang, all those who had accompanied him were arrested, convicted, and executed.

Within just a few days, more than a hundred people had died!

No one could sit still; the discussions were tinged with unease and even a hint of shock.

Among them, the Left Chancellor Li Si was the most prominent.

This is because among those executed by order of the First Emperor, there were some he knew.

Even the fact that his entourage displeased the First Emperor was due to that person secretly informing him.

Court officials would privately bribe the emperor's close attendants.

By giving them a little money, one can learn some news about the First Emperor.

I thought things would just stay peaceful like this.

Unexpectedly, the First Emperor would carry out a high-profile execution of his entourage at this time, which left the court officials in a state of constant fear and unease.

But this turmoil did not last long.

The end of the month has passed, and the day for offering sacrifices to Heaven has arrived. All civil and military officials must participate in this grand ceremony.

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The light of heaven shines brightly.

The clouds gathered, but they could not block out the scorching heat of the sun.

"Bang!"

"Bang bang bang!"

The drums in front of the palace gates beat loudly, their heavy sound echoing beneath the sky.

From outside the hall, follow the steps to the palace gate.

A black-armored army stood on either side, their armor heavy, wielding weapons.

The First Emperor stood in that grand hall.

Beside him, a black bird perched.

His gaze passed through the pearl pendant before him, through the assembled officials, through the palace, and toward the altar set up in the southern suburbs of Xianyang.

That place was the site of the altar for worshipping Heaven.

"Today, I, along with my civil and military officials, will offer sacrifices to Heaven!"

As the voice faded, the hall fell silent, and everyone looked up at the tall figure.

He leaned on his sword and walked down the steps of the imperial palace.

Under the watchful eyes of civil and military officials, he walked out of the main hall, followed by his ministers, and ascended the steps towards the palace gates.

With a long cry, Xuan Ye flew out from the main hall.

On that day, high in the palace, it hovered, watching the First Emperor and his ministers descend the steps.

outside the palace.

Zhao Gao, the head of the Imperial Carriage Office, had already prepared the carriage.

Unlike previous sacrifices which involved only a hundred chariots, this time the number of chariots and horses increased to a staggering thousand.

Wei Weijie has already ordered several thousand palace guards to prepare for battle; they will form a defensive line to protect the First Emperor.

In addition, there were the Imperial Guards stationed to defend Xianyang.

These are elite guards who will escort the emperor to his left and right, clearing the way and preventing anyone from contacting the imperial procession.

"Greetings, Your Majesty! May Your Majesty live ten thousand years!"

As the shouts of encouragement rang out, people along the way bowed down. By this time, the First Emperor had already led his ministers on foot to the outside of the palace.

Outside the palace, there are now several carriages and horses on display.

The First Emperor looked at no one, his dragon-like posture and tiger-like gaze sweeping over him as he leaned on his sword and walked toward the massive chariot located in the center.

The courtiers behind him also boarded their respective carriages.

"Bang! Bang!"

"Bang bang bang!"

The sounds of sheng, xiao, drums and music filled the air, and the ceremonial guards were unfurled—a massive spectacle never before seen.

Banners blotted out the sky, black armor shone like the sun, and long halberds formed a forest.

Amidst the sounds of sheng, xiao, drums, and music, the convoy slowly began to move, with the royal chariot leading the way.

Six imposing axe carts led the way.

Following them were fifty halberd bearers, their halberds bearing black banners decorated with black birds, their feathers fluttering.

Then came the tall drum carts, upon which drums were arranged, and in front of each drum, two drummers took turns striking it with mallets.

There were also music carts and drum carts traveling together.

Several musicians sat inside, playing the sheng and xiao together.

Following the king's entourage were rows of valiant and orderly imperial guards, their long halberds pointing diagonally forward.

Following them were six light carriages, without headscarves or covers, with guards armed with crossbows looking around vigilantly, ready for battle.

Then came the carriages of the court officials, who led the way for the emperor.

Finally, slowly moving along was the true imperial regalia of the First Emperor.

That was a huge carriage drawn by six fine horses.

All the wheels are painted red with double teeth, with dragon heads holding the yoke, and the left banner is decorated with black birds, and the flag has twelve tassels.

The carriage, accompanied by the sounds of sheng, xiao, and drums, moved forward.

"Tap tap tap".

The ground shook, and suddenly a series of synchronized footsteps came from afar, followed by a dust storm.

This is a team of doctors who came ahead to clear the way.

They lined up on both sides, separating the common people on the road and making way for the king to proceed.

On the side of the road, a disheveled middle-aged man was pushed to the ground by a soldier, and he stood up cursing.

Looking into the distance with a puzzled expression became an unforgettable experience for him.

The sound of rolling wheels filled the air as an enormous convoy approached from ahead.

"Your Majesty's royal procession is approaching, bowing!"

"Splash!"

The soldiers standing on both sides knelt down on one knee, and those behind them knelt down on both knees, all prostrating themselves!

Today is not an ordinary outing, but a ceremony to worship Heaven.

Therefore, the First Emperor did not ride in the tightly fitted, but relatively safe, golden carriage.

Instead, it has no roof, so everyone can see it.

Even so, no one dared to straighten up, look up at their emperor, or even glance at him.

But in the end, I couldn't resist my curiosity.

People began to tilt their heads and steal glances at the enormous royal carriage that was passing by.

"Heavens... the Celestial Bird of Destiny?!"

Someone uttered this sound, and someone couldn't hold back any longer and looked up.

A tall figure stood atop the carriage.

Beside him, a divine bird never seen before flapped its wings, keeping its flight parallel to the royal carriage.

His body was light and graceful, and when he spread his wings, they seemed to blot out the sky and the sun.

The jet-black feathers covering its body shimmered with various iridescent lights under the sunlight.

It appears to be incredibly mysterious and supremely unsurpassable.

With one hand resting on his sword, the First Emperor's eyes were half-closed, as if he were resting or recuperating...

A gust of wind came and made the banners flutter.

The wind blew through his robes, and the gold thread embroidery on his dark robes, featuring a black bird pattern, flowed with brilliance.

The pearl pendants hanging from the emperor's crown rustled and intertwined.

Those kneeling below all suddenly lowered their heads, instinctively feeling that facing the king was like assassinating him.

Some people consider it the greatest honor to breathe in the dust raised by the king's procession.

"His Majesty!"

It's unclear who spoke first, but the people in the area immediately erupted in a deep and resonant chorus of praise.

"Long live Your Majesty!"

"May the Great Qin Dynasty live ten thousand years! May Your Majesty live ten thousand years!"

The shouts grew louder and louder, and along the way, together with the drums and music, Xianyang was filled with cries of anticipation.

He did not utter a single word throughout the entire process.

But in the entire city of Xianyang, thousands upon thousands cheered for him, went crazy for him, and were willing to die for him!

At this moment, even heaven and earth change color.

Amidst the shouts from the mountains, everyone seemed to see a black bird rise into the sky, a divine bird frolicking and soaring with outstretched wings.

In the heavens, only a long cry and howl remained.

As the convoy slowly drove away, the soldiers guarding both sides gradually withdrew and walked away alongside the carriages.

The shouts from the city gradually subsided.

On the side of the road, the middle-aged man watched the massive convoy drive away, gazing at it for a long time.

"A true man should be like this."