The First Emperor's Uncle

Everyone in Qin knew that within the magnificent, solemn Xianyang Palace lived a powerful minister entrusted with a young ruler.

The Empress Dowager relied on him, the ministers trusted him, his disciples were everywhere, and no one knew what he looked like.

Even the new king himself had to respectfully address him as “Uncle King.”

People of the time all speculated that this Qin royal uncle, who had always held absolute power, the Marquis of Jingping, whose name was known across the seven states, would surely become the greatest obstacle to the new king's rule. Some even made ample preparations in advance for a change of course in Qin.

Who could have known that after the King of Qin came of age and took up the reins of government, the Marquis of Jingping would willingly hand back his power and even happily request to retire from court and live in seclusion?

When the King of Qin made a token inquiry about what reward he wanted, he considerately replied, “Nothing else. I only ask for two or three male favorites.”

The young ruler, whose expression was already displeased, nearly crushed the lacquered desk before him when he heard that.

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In the fiftieth year of King Zhaoxiang of Qin, on his way back to Qin after escaping, Qin Yiren happened to rescue a little girl who had been left helpless and bullied.

Only after bringing her to the Qin palace did he realize that the girl was exceptionally clever, quick-witted, and learned in history, with the makings of someone who could understand the world and help Qin prosper.

As his life neared its end, he thought of his unlucky son, still trapped in the whirlpool of power, and had an idea. He took the girl's hands and earnestly urged her, pointing at the gloomy young man in a portrait:

“Darling, help him secure the throne, and you'll enjoy wealth and status all your life.”

Years later, Qin Shu, carrying the double secret identities of a fake royal uncle and a woman disguised as a man: “…”

Damn Yiren, you ruined my youth!!

#What do I do about my nephew loving me too much?#

#About my good-for-nothing father finally finding his conscience#

Theme: Hard work changes your fate