Azure Heaven Saber
Chapter 1178 - 1178 55 Leaving with a Flick of the

Chapter 1178: Chapter 55: Leaving with a Flick of the Sleeves【Combined】_2 Chapter 1178: Chapter 55: Leaving with a Flick of the Sleeves【Combined】_2 “Does my reputation as the emperor still matter at all!?”

Meng Fang, this stubborn man, had completely disregarded this and simply wished to rid himself of his position for a peaceful life.

The Qin Emperor rubbed his temples in pain and spoke softly, “Meng Fang, General… my promises are naturally valid, and I have never thought of breaking my word; but what I remember from that day was… promising you any title, any request… but how is returning home to farm a title?!”

He even pleaded, “General Meng Fang, please reconsider. You can set aside this promise for now, perhaps you will have other needs in the future?”

Everyone present could feel that the Qin Emperor was truly helpless at this moment, his tone was one of requesting and even begging Meng Fang to reconsider his demands. Even mountains of gold and boundless wealth would be more reasonable than this absurd request!

“I am determined, please grant my request, Your Majesty.” Meng Fang was unwavering, firm to the end, and resolute!

Suddenly, the court was silent as the grave.

Everyone watched this utterly ridiculous scene.

The Qin Emperor had begun to plead…

Yet General Meng Fang was still determined to leave.

General Meng Fang, that’s enough, would you allow the emperor some dignity, would you not be so blunt, so rigid? We know you’re a man of steel, is that alright?

Finally, Fei Shen intervened, persuasively speaking, “General Meng Fang, think again. You have just returned from a great victory. If you retire now to farm, what would happen to His Majesty’s reputation?”

After pondering for a long time, Meng Fang gave in slightly and said, “If so, I’ll retain my title as the Duke of the Kingdom and remain a servant of Great Qin, but I still wish to resign from all military and official positions. Please have mercy, Your Majesty, and grant me this request.”

The Qin Emperor felt increasingly weary.

When Meng Fang wasn’t around, he had already confirmed that Meng Fang and the divine healer had no connection, and naturally, he became somewhat uneasy.

Mainly because he never expected that Meng Fang truly harbored no attachment to power, truly indifferent!

How could a man willingly give up the lifestyle of holding reigns over the world and the pleasures of life?

But Meng Fang could indeed do so, desiring only a life with his wife and children by a warm hearth, keeping away from all other concerns.

And Meng Fang’s mindset diminished all of Qin Emperor’s doubts, naturally giving rise to a feeling of guilt.

Following the Qin Emperor, ministers tried to persuade him in vain. Meng Band remained unchanged in his original intent and resolutely asked to resign.

At last, the Qin Emperor, with a grand gesture, appointed Meng Fang as the Duke of the Kingdom, clearly stating: the only Duke of the Kingdom forever!

In other words, there would never be another Duke of the Kingdom after Meng Fang!

As for other rewards, they were as vast as mountains and seas.

Unlimited fertile land, beautiful servants, gold and jewels, all kinds of graces, everything one could imagine and even those not imagined…

In short, the Qin Emperor bestowed everything possible on Meng Fang, truly an endless honor.

The Duke of the Kingdom could discuss politics, was exempt from attending court, and had the right to see the emperor at any time.

The Death Exemption Iron Scroll, the Gold Rank that signifies rest with the nation, the right to oversee officials, and the right to execute first and report later…

In summary, the honor and rewards for Meng Fang’s retirement were boundless.

At the very end, the Duke of the Kingdom was allowed to retire and reside in the Capital City, living out his days in tranquility.

Princes and princesses had to treat him with the respect due to a teacher.

Meng Fang also accepted all these honors, his expression calm as ever, unrippled like an ancient well.

For Meng Fang, this marked the end; he could now live peacefully.

The beautiful life with his wife and children by a warm hearth was beckoning to him, enough for the rest of his days!

“I retire, wishing His Majesty eternal prosperity!”

Meng Fang finally uttered these words.

At this moment, countless civil and military officials looked at the newly titled Duke of the Kingdom with complex and indescribable gazes.

They admired his courage to retreat from the peak and envied the carefree life he would lead from now on.

Everyone became even more aware that once Meng Fang left this great hall today, unless there was a great upheaval, he would never have a chance to step foot here again.

At this very moment, the Qin Emperor also unusually moved emotions, stepped down from his throne, grasped Meng Fang’s hand, and repeatedly shook it with emotion, saying, “Duke of the Kingdom, at this moment of departure, talk with me a bit more.”

Meng Fang was silent for a moment and replied, “I am but a simple countryman who, by chance, rose to a high position and has no profound insight to share. It’s better not to speak. I only wish that Your Majesty treats those who have contributed meritoriously with kindness. It’s genuinely not easy for the soldiers after countless battles.”

All of Meng Fang’s former subordinates suddenly had tears in their eyes.

“I retire! Take care, Your Majesty!”

“Take care, esteemed seniors!”

“Take care, my fellow brothers!”

The civil officials bid their complex farewells.

The military officers solemnly bowed their fists in utmost respect, including the old great marshals and generals.

All of Meng Fang’s old subordinates neatly knelt down in the great hall, “Bid farewell to the great general returning in honor!”

Meng Fang’s voice choked slightly, saying, “Take care!”

As soon as he spoke, he turned and left the great hall.

The Qin Emperor watched the back of the man who had just pacified the six nations with complex eyes, watching as he strode out of the great hall, moving onward until his figure disappeared quickly without ever looking back or showing any hint of hesitation.

He retired boldly at his peak without making any demands!

At the height of power, he left with a sweep of his sleeve, showing no reaction even towards the civil officials who had once criticized him.