Ying Zheng drank in one gulp and set down the jadeite cup in a thud. He leaned on a pillar then closed his eyes. The scent of plum blossom wine made him reminisce moments of his past. Unfortunately, he has been too lenient to Zhao Ji because of her sacrifices for him. As a result, she raised a wolf in the court that revolted against Ying Zheng. Without a father back then, there is only Zhao Ji who can protect him from those heartless Zhao ren.
Thus, even of he knew she is into a liaison with Lü Buwei, he let her be as long as she is happy. However, he suddenly learnt she fell in love to a eunuch called Lao Ai who in truth is not a eunuch. Ying Zheng did not further investigate and since she love that man, he let them be again.
Lü Buwei is a different matter. He is not satisfied being a c
