The Downfall

In 207 BC, rebellions broke out in the lands east of Hangu Pass. Zhao Gao was afraid that Qin Er Shi might make him responsible for the uprisings. To preempt this, he launched a coup in Wangyi Palace and assassinated the emperor.

Ziying, allegedly Fusu’s son, was installed as emperor. Shortly after, Zhao Gao was assassinated by Han Tan, a eunuch sent by Ziying.