Lin Tian returned at this critical juncture, something the old nobles of the six states had never anticipated.
Because of this, they were utterly thrown into chaos.
If they could, they would have found a place to hide.
This way, they wouldn't find themselves in such an awkward situation, nor would they have to face Lin Tian of Qin directly.
But now, they found themselves unable to hide.
After all, this operation was spearheaded by them.
If they hadn't taken the lead, such a large army would not have gathered here, and they certainly wouldn't have been able to attack Xianyang City.
Therefore, while others could flee, they absolutely could not.
Others had the opportunity to escape, but they had no chance at all.
If they were to flee, they would undoubtedly be the first to be captured.
Because of this, these old nobles of the six states dared not flee.
As others fled, they loudly berated them.
"No one is allowed to flee, no one! Continue attacking Xianyang City!!"
"Do you think you can escape? Do you think Lin Tian of Qin will let you go? Once you lose your weapons and your armies, Lin Tian of Qin will kill you as easily as he kills chickens!!"
"Now, everyone, counterattack! Advance! We have no retreat!!"
"Charge! Hurry and charge!!"
At this moment, the old nobles of the six states were shouting frantically, still hoping to make the soldiers fight and die for them.
Their words did indeed sway some, making some realize they had no way out.
Therefore, they charged desperately towards Lin Tian's army.
However, a greater number were in a frantic retreat.
They knew they were no match for Lin Tian's army.
Even when their nations were intact, they couldn't resist Lin Tian's might.
How could they, a rabble, possibly withstand Lin Tian's onslaught now?
Because of this, every single one of them began to flee madly.
As for what their commanders were saying, they paid it no mind.
Compared to their own lives, their commanders' words truly held no importance.
It was precisely because of this that Lin Tian easily cut through to their front lines.
When Lin Tian charged forward, the old nobles of the six states were directly stunned.
They had originally thought they had already taken Da Qin and were about to restore the glory of their six nations.
Never did they imagine their army would be so utterly vulnerable.
Lin Tian hadn't even fought them much before they collapsed on their own.
Such an army was truly a disgrace.
Along with the shame, they also felt a fatal threat.
Lin Tian had already reached them. If they didn't react now, they might die in the next moment.
Because of this, many among them cried out in terror:
"Run, we must run! He's coming, he's already here!!"
"Damn it, our operation has failed! Everyone, let's go and wait for the next opportunity!!"
"Wait for me, hurry and wait for me! I don't want to die! I don't want to die here!!"
When it came to enjoyment, they were all stronger than the next.
When it came to fearing death, they were also stronger than the next.
Their strength in this regard made them flee even faster than others.
However, Lin Tian had already set his sights on them. Even if they wanted to escape, they had no opportunity.
"Kill them all! Leave none alive!!"
"Yes!!"
Upon hearing Lin Tian's command, Wang Wu and the others immediately led their troops into battle.
Their slaughter was ferocious.
Especially after fighting outside for so long, to return and find their home almost invaded, their anger only intensified.
Therefore, they charged with extreme speed, so fast that the remnants of the six states could not resist.
A large number of soldiers from the six states fell before them.
Many old nobles from the six states were also simply cut down on the spot.
The area outside Xianyang City transformed into a slaughterhouse.
Yet, the soldiers within Xianyang City felt no fear. Instead, they were exhilarated.
"It's the Crown Prince! It's really the Crown Prince!!"
"Hahaha! That's great, the Crown Prince is back, this is truly wonderful! Da Qin is saved!!"
"I knew it, I knew the Crown Prince wouldn't abandon us! Indeed, the Crown Prince has appeared, the Crown Prince appeared at the critical moment!!"
Lin Tian's appearance was like that of a savior to the soldiers of Da Qin.
Not only were the soldiers of Da Qin overjoyed, but even Ying Zheng's expression, for the first time in a long while, showed a smile.
He was extremely happy that Lin Tian could return.
Therefore, he stood on the city wall, watching Lin Tian from afar.
Seeing Lin Tian galloping on his warhorse, swiftly killing enemies, his heart was filled with immense relief.
A thought even arose in his heart: he wanted to pass on his imperial throne to Lin Tian.
Although he was still in his prime.
However, the rebellion of the remnants of the six states, which had reached the gates of Xianyang City, had indeed left him somewhat exhausted.
Of course, he did not show this emotion.
Otherwise, the soldiers of Da Qin might have already fallen into disarray earlier.
They might not have even held out until Lin Tian arrived.
Therefore, Ying Zheng had maintained a perfect demeanor earlier, without any flaws.
At least, that was the case in front of others.
Now that Lin Tian had returned, he no longer needed to maintain such a facade.
In fact, within his heart, he had a strong urge to shed his pretense.
Of course, this was only for when it was just him and Lin Tian.
As for abdicating the throne, he would not tell anyone else for now, but would speak to Lin Tian privately.
Lin Tian, however, was unaware of this.
After resolving the enemies around Xianyang City and sending his subordinates to pursue the remnants of the six states, Lin Tian finally opened the gates of Xianyang City and came before Ying Zheng.
"Father Emperor, your son is late and has made you suffer fright!!"
"You are not late. You have arrived at the perfect time, allowing me to witness your might!!"
"Haha! It's good that Father Emperor is well. As long as Father Emperor is well, I can let you witness my might whenever you wish!!"
At these words, Ying Zheng's eyes became a little moist.
He was a man not good at expressing his emotions, yet in his heart, he was the most emotional.
Therefore, after Lin Tian spoke these words, Ying Zheng heavily patted Lin Tian's shoulder, his face filled with happiness.
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