When He Took Over The Throne
Qin Shi Huang rose to the throne at the age of 13. He then began construction of a massive mausoleum that would serve as both his last resting place and a testimony to his own power. As usual, not everyone was thrilled with the new monarch. Even back then, political confrontation was unavoidable.
The Warring States
Qin Shi Huang may be credited with bringing the warring nations together, but it was not a pleasant process. In reality, it entailed conquering and slaughter. You’d think he’d be able to rest easily when his enemies died, but he was afraid they’d return to seek revenge on him in the next life.