Become a king right from the start, beginning with receiving rewards from all the heavens.

Among the officials, Xing Wudi was not the only intelligent one.

Although others were unaware of Niou's ambitions, they now guessed that what Niou truly wanted was to build an army!

Having the Heavenly Punishment Bureau oversee the army is merely a bargaining chip that is out in the open.

Unfortunately, the military could have refused outright, but the Heavenly Punishment Division found a way to use it against them!

Their internal oversight has been thoroughly distrusted by Niou.

Now, the pressure is on the military.

The Xia Emperor at the head of the table took a deep breath; he suddenly felt like bursting into laughter.

It's not a loss. Even if the other princes are deposed, as long as King Ren is alive, Great Xia will have a suitable successor.

This son has given him so many surprises, even though some of them are quite scary!

But he knew what he wanted, and he took one step at a time, moving towards his goal little by little.

Unlike his other sons, he thought he had a profound knowledge base.

They thought they had victory in the bag, but in reality, their interests had been gradually replaced by the benevolent king without them even realizing it.

"The Heavenly Punishment Division is building its own army!"

"Do you know what this means? And the Heavenly Punishment Division has no experience in military campaigns!"

"How can you guarantee that this army won't become a burden on Great Xia in the future?"

The Xia Emperor's voice resounded throughout the hall, but no one could understand what he meant.

However, Xia Zhaoyan's heart stirred slightly. He had a feeling that his father seemed to approve of his request!

"I inform Father Emperor that I am aware of the consequences of the Heavenly Punishment Bureau forming an army."

It would simply mean completely offending the current military, but he wouldn't want that kind of army anyway.

Those military generals now only think of themselves and their families.

They don't consider the interests of the Great Xia at all; they know that the court and the royal family dare not rashly reform the army now.

Because the Great Xia Dynasty was only a regional hegemon.

The army is also needed to guard the borders and safeguard the stability of various regions.

"As for experience? No newly formed army is born knowing how to fight!"

"I believe that only the blood shed on the battlefield can forge an indomitable army!"

"If the army formed by the Heavenly Punishment Bureau becomes a burden on the imperial court in the future, I am willing to accept the court's punishment!"

"I hereby swear that I will give everything I have to support this army!"

Everyone's expression changed; King Ren was serious now.

They are willing to give up everything they have to support the army built by the Heavenly Punishment Division.

Most people were speechless at this moment, as the current King Ren was in control of the Heavenly Punishment Division.

Their power is so great that it can suppress everything; what else can they say?

Now, the pressure is on the military.

If the military opposes it to the death, then even the Xia Emperor cannot forcefully agree to Renwang's demands.

This could potentially cause unrest within the military!

Everyone looked at the military leaders, whose expressions varied.

Some people looked annoyed, while others seemed thoughtful.

Xia Zhaoyan bluntly stated his position, his voice not loud but full of pressure.

"Gentlemen of the military, you either agree that the Heavenly Punishment Division will henceforth intervene in military supervision!"

"Either agree to my request to form the Heavenly Punishment Division's army!"

Having said that, he turned to all the ministers.

"Gentlemen, the Embroidered Uniform Guard has its own guards and can also mobilize local garrisons."

"The Imperial City Guard also has its own army and can mobilize the Golden Dragon Army."

"Even the Demon Suppression Division has its own demon-suppressing army!"

"Why can't our Heavenly Punishment Division have its own army? Suppressing the supernatural and monitoring the world, we can't do without an army to protect us!"

It must be said that, compared to other special agencies of the imperial court, the Heavenly Punishment Bureau indeed has no military power.

At this moment, the military personnel appeared to be keeping their heads down and remaining silent, but in reality, they were all secretly discussing things rapidly with each other using their spiritual senses.

It is absolutely impossible for the Heavenly Punishment Bureau to intervene in military supervision.

Given the style of the Heavenly Punishment Division, they will definitely launch a massive arrest operation within the military.

Pulling out the radish brings out the mud, and they might all get involved.

Therefore, when faced with two conflicting powers, it is best to choose the lesser of two evils. It would be better to allocate some military power and let the Heavenly Punishment Division build its own army.

The most important thing right now is to stop Niou from launching an attack!

One by one, the military leaders gritted their teeth and nodded fiercely.

"Your Majesty, we agree with King Ren's suggestion."

"With the army of the Heavenly Punishment Division, I believe it will also inspire the current military forces!"

hiss! !

Many civil officials gasped again, and the next moment they glared angrily at these military leaders.

He couldn't help but curse them inwardly, thinking, "You've always been so arrogant, never taking us civil officials seriously."

Why did you suddenly compromise today?

That bastard, he's just playing favorites!

Turns out they're all a bunch of people who won't eat if you feed them, but will only eat if you beat them!

The military agreed, which disgusted the princes!

"Father, I disagree!" King Qiong immediately jumped out to object, his eyes practically spitting fire with jealousy.

"Father, I disagree too!" the Eastern King echoed.

"Father..."

All the princes voiced their opposition, saying that Prince Ren possessed an army, which they considered a political disaster!

It's important to understand that their influence in the military is further divided by their respective maternal clans.

But King Niou, he directly controls an army!

The gap is too big; no prince could accept it.

"Father, it is common knowledge that Prince Ren is not qualified to succeed to the throne."

"Now that he has suddenly taken control of the army, it could easily cause instability in the government and among the people."

Xia Qiming's voice was filled with seriousness; he now had serious doubts about Renwang's motives...

He would never allow Niou to have his own army; it was far too dangerous!

Controlling the Heavenly Punishment Bureau and an army—what is he trying to do?

Xia Zhaoyan was too lazy to pay attention to Xia Qiming and his group. He used to think that there must be some like-minded people among them.

After he ascends the throne, he leaves behind several capable officials to serve in the court.

But what he saw today made it clear to him that these people had completely different ideas from his own.

His gaze involuntarily swept over the military personnel, the meaning clear: you decide what to do, or clear these obstacles for me.

Or I'll get involved in military oversight!

Some high-ranking military officials were also furious with these princes. "We've all agreed, what right do you have to object?"

"Your Highnesses, the army plans to undergo internal reorganization starting today..."

The general's words instantly made the princes blush with embarrassment.

The implication was so obvious, it was practically a blatant threat. Even a fool could tell!

Ultimately, the military is now controlled by the government, not by the nobility.

Even Xia Qiming frowned deeply, a hint of anger flashing in his eyes.

He suddenly realized today how little influence he actually had in the military!

These high-ranking military officials gave him a vivid lesson!

Seeing that no one was objecting anymore, Emperor Xia calmly spoke.

"Since no one objects to Niou's proposal, then this matter is settled!"

"Draft an imperial edict!"

"From this day forward, the Heavenly Punishment Bureau is permitted to establish its own army!"

"Under the dual leadership of the Imperial Court and the Heavenly Punishment Bureau!"

"All resources will be funded by the military!"

Well, the Xia Emperor didn't let the military off the hook either!