In historical records, Ying Zheng did indeed change his title and was the first to refer to himself as Emperor.
What Lin Tian needed to do now was simply to make this title appear a little earlier.
As soon as Lin Tian spoke, many ministers immediately reacted.
That's right! Unifying the six states was not only a great achievement for Lin Tian, but also a momentous occasion for Ying Zheng and the Great Qin.
The world had not been unified since the time of King Zhou.
Now that the world was unified again, all the people of the land should rejoice.
And as the ruler who unified the world, Ying Zheng should indeed adopt a new title.
Merely being called King was no longer fitting for Ying Zheng.
Therefore, Li Si immediately stepped forward.
"Reporting to Your Majesty, this humble subject believes that General Lin speaks with great reason, and I concur with General Lin's words!"
"Yes! This humble subject also believes that Your Majesty should have a more majestic title!"
"The world is unified, and our Qin has opened up a new era! Your Majesty, please change your title!"
"Please Your Majesty change your title!!"
At this moment, many ministers implored Ying Zheng to change his title.
Hearing this, Ying Zheng did not get angry. On the contrary, he burst into laughter.
"Hahaha! Good! Then what title should I adopt?"
Ying Zheng was also extremely happy about unifying the world.
It was just that previously, Ying Zheng had been preoccupied with Lin Tian's matters and had forgotten about his own title.
Now, after Lin Tian's reminder, Ying Zheng felt that he indeed needed to change his title.
Moreover, it had to be an incredibly imposing title.
This title was not just for himself, but also for Lin Tian.
After all, Lin Tian would inherit his position and his title in the future.
Therefore, Ying Zheng himself also looked forward to having an incredibly imposing title.
Thus, he opened his mouth and asked the ministers in court:
"My ministers, what title do you think I should adopt?"
"Your Majesty, why not be called the Son of Heaven of Qin? After all, our Great Qin follows the Zhou Dynasty!!"
"Son of Heaven of Qin will not do. Our Great Qin cannot repeat the mistakes of Zhou. I believe it is better to be called Emperor of Qin, on par with the Five Emperors, or even the Six Emperors!"
"I don't think that's appropriate. Being called the Six Emperors is not as good as being called the Four Sovereigns, for the Three Sovereigns existed before the Five Emperors!!"
Coming up with a title for Ying Zheng was the best opportunity to flatter him.
In such circumstances, who would not do their utmost to hope Ying Zheng would recognize their suggested title?
However, although their suggested titles were reasoned and well-founded, Ying Zheng did not like any of them.
Firstly, he felt they were not imposing enough. Secondly, he sensed that Lin Tian seemed to have a title in mind.
But the timing was not right, so he had not spoken.
Therefore, Ying Zheng did not approve of any of these titles.
Only after all the ministers had finished speaking did Ying Zheng turn to Lin Tian and ask:
"My dear subject, do you also have a title in mind for me?"
"Indeed, I do!"
Lin Tian did not conceal anything when asked by Ying Zheng.
As soon as he said this, Ying Zheng's smile became even more pronounced.
Then, he asked again:
"What title is it! Tell me so I can hear it!!"
"Emperor!!"
Emperor, this was the title Ying Zheng had thought of himself.
Because he believed that his achievements surpassed both the Three Sovereigns and the Five Emperors.
Therefore, he combined the characters "Huang" (Sovereign) and "Di" (Emperor) to form his own title.
He also hoped that the descendants of Qin would be like him, surpassing the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.
He further hoped that his Qin would surpass the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, and the Son of Heaven of Zhou, and last for ten thousand years without end.
Therefore, when Lin Tian uttered the word "Emperor," Ying Zheng's entire body trembled. These words seemed to have spoken directly to his heart!
This made Ying Zheng's joy evident.
However, before Ying Zheng could express his joy, someone else stepped forward to flatter him.
In terms of observing facial expressions, Li Si was second to none.
Especially since he had already perceived Lin Tian's identity, which made him resolve early on to cling to Lin Tian's leg.
Therefore, he paid special attention to Lin Tian's and Ying Zheng's expressions.
Just as Ying Zheng was about to explain the meaning of "Emperor," Li Si spoke first.
"Your Majesty, the title 'Emperor' is excellent!"
"The combination of 'Huang' and 'Di' surpasses both the Three Sovereigns and the Five Emperors!"
"Only such a title can match Your Majesty's achievements!"
"Therefore, this humble subject proposes that we perform the Feng Shan ceremony at Mount Tai and announce it to the world, thereby proclaiming to all that Your Majesty will change his title to Emperor!!"
After speaking, Li Si bowed deeply with a very respectful expression.
Ying Zheng was immediately moved by this proposal.
He was not only moved by the idea of announcing the title of Emperor to the world, but even more so by the opportunity of the Feng Shan ceremony at Mount Tai.
He could take advantage of the Feng Shan ceremony to announce Lin Tian's identity to the world.
On such a solemn occasion, announcing Lin Tian's identity would make the people of the world understand how important Lin Tian was to him.
Furthermore, on such a solemn occasion, no one would object, and he could make a final decision.
Thinking of this, Ying Zheng couldn't help but smile.
"Good, it shall be Emperor. From this day forth, I am the first Emperor in the world, and the people may also call me the First Emperor!!"
"As for the Feng Shan ceremony at Mount Tai, we must quickly choose an auspicious day!!"
"I wish to quickly announce this to heaven and earth and become Emperor!!"
"Yes!!"
Upon hearing Ying Zheng's words, no one dared to object.
Subsequently, the ministers in court began discussing other self-appellations for Ying Zheng.
After all, when one was a king, one could be called "this king," but as an emperor, one couldn't be called "this emperor," could they?
Therefore, they all wanted to suggest a title that would please Ying Zheng.
Lin Tian did not participate further in this.
However, when the court dispersed, Lin Tian was once again asked to stay behind.
Given Ying Zheng's affection for Lin Tian, he did not intend to let Lin Tian leave the palace.
Of course, the reason he kept Lin Tian was not only out of affection, but also partly because he wanted to teach Lin Tian how to handle state affairs.
Although Lin Tian's identity had not yet been revealed, Ying Zheng had already decided to train Lin Tian to be a qualified emperor.
He kept Lin Tian to teach him well.
Lin Tian did not resist this.
He was skilled in warfare, but he lacked experience in handling state affairs.
Therefore, he was willing to learn from Ying Zheng.
The two of them got along very pleasantly.
However, while they were getting along harmoniously, a great stir was brewing outside the Xianyang Palace.
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