Even emperors have it tough, so don't be too picky about the entries.

"Your Majesty appoints Wu Song, a personal guard, as the Military Commander of Lulong, leading 10,000 elite troops to Lulong immediately."

"Assisted Governor Xiao in suppressing the remnants of the Yellow Turban Rebellion and stabilizing the situation in Lulong."

As the lowest-ranking official, Wu Song merely observed the court situation with indifference.

His Majesty summoned him to court, and he originally thought that there would be bloodshed again today.

To my utter surprise, it turned out to be a promotion for myself.

Or...such an important position.

He didn't care about official rank or the extent of his power.

It's the position of Lulong.

It was like a sharp blade hanging over the neck of the Northern Barbarians.

His Majesty intends for him to become the first swift blade in the future Northern Expedition.

He was very interested in officialdom, and this kind of place, far from the imperial court yet able to face foreign tribes at any time, was most suitable for him.

Therefore, Wu Song did not hesitate or act coy in the slightest.

Immediately walk to the center of the main hall.

"Wu Song obeys!"

"This is the North Gate, so you'd better watch it carefully," Chen Shao said earnestly.

"Your Majesty, rest assured, the city stands as long as we live, and the city falls as we die."

"No."

Chen Shao shook his head. "If you lose land but save people, you can save both. A general should know how to adapt."

Chen Shao had no choice but to send Wu Song, this tough and resolute man.

The excessive rigidity of the Song Dynasty was a double-edged sword.

Whether he can understand anything from this statement depends entirely on himself.

If the system were more efficient, it would be great to draw a few strategist training cards.

Especially Cao Laoban's subordinates, any one of them is unsolvable.

A scene flashed through his mind:

Xun Yu: I have a plan to kill Helian Yunni.

Guo Jia: I have a plan that can be used by Helian Yunni.

Jia Xu: I have a plan that I can use first before killing Helian Yunni.

Cheng Yu: I have a plan to use it first, then eat it, and then kill Helian Yunni.

How magnificent!

Wu Song pondered for a moment, then kowtowed heavily:

"Wu Song has learned a lot."

Chen Shao waved for him to step down, and an old minister stepped forward.

He knelt down in the hall with a thud.

"Your Majesty, I have a memorial to present."

Chen Shao didn't recognize this person at all; most of the officials in the court were veteran ministers from Qing'an.

Having brought the country to this state, regardless of his actual capabilities, he is prepared for a major overhaul.

"speak."

Chen Shao made no attempt to hide his disgust.

"Wu Song was born into humble origins and was a bandit from the Jianglong Gang. He was a traitor."

"If such a person were to assume such an important position, and were to relapse into his old habits and harbor disloyal thoughts, it would be a calamity for the Great Yan. I urge Your Majesty to reconsider."

"roll!"

Chen Shao grabbed something from the imperial desk and smashed it.

The old minister, however, remained oblivious to the situation, his face still bearing the appearance of someone who cared for the country and its people.

"If Your Majesty insists on using these bandits, I will kill myself right here in this palace today!"

Two more people chimed in.

"I urge Your Majesty to reconsider and rescind your decree. This man has not rendered any service; how can he be appointed general?"

Damn it!

Chen Shao was furious.

What's wrong with these bastards?

Eunuch Wei immediately leaned over and whispered:

"Your Majesty, your reputation is too good now. Everyone says you are a sage emperor of all time. Many people want to take the path of remonstrating to the death and becoming loyal ministers in order to rise to prominence."

"Oh, I see..." Chen Shao gasped.

Who knew flattery could be this sophisticated?

Master!

He remonstrated to the death, clashed violently with the emperor, but in the end, the two reconciled and resolved their differences.

The ruler is a wise and benevolent ruler.

"臣" means "a loyal minister".

It's a win-win situation, everyone's made a fortune!

It's a pity...who should we criticize as a wise ruler?

Chen Shao slammed his hand on the table and stood up.

"Then you should crash one for me to see."

"Anyone who dares to obstruct me will have their entire family wiped out!"

What?

The three ministers suddenly froze on the spot.

Han Cao shook his head slightly. Three idiots.

Can't you see Chen Shao's absolute dominance over military power?

He appointed his own confidants, and even now they dare to stand up and oppose him.

He wouldn't have died unjustly.

Few people can truly commit to dying for their country without a system designed to encourage such behavior.

But those who can do it are definitely not these people.

Otherwise, Chen Yuan would have already died when he wreaked havoc in the court.

In past lives, they were Shi Yu, Bi Gan, He Tengjiao, Hai Rui...

Can they even be compared?

Upon hearing Chen Shao's words, the three of them immediately broke out in a cold sweat.

"Your Majesty, we..."

Chen Shao interrupted directly, coldly saying:

"Break! Let me see your sincerity!"

The three looked at each other in bewilderment, while the others remained completely silent.

After hesitating for a long time, they suddenly collapsed to the ground, crying out to Chen Shao:

"Your Majesty, we were merely making a suggestion..."

"Bai Bingbing, what are you standing there for?"

Bai Bingbing understood, and immediately some Imperial Guards rushed over.

They grabbed the three men and slammed them against a pillar.

boom!

boom!

boom!

The once warm and harmonious court was instantly stained red.

Practice makes perfect. Having learned from the experience of killing the censor last time, the court was quickly purged this time.

Chen Shao walked around the imperial desk and slowly walked to the center of the assembled officials.

A faint smile:

"They claim they'd rather die than offend someone, yet they wouldn't even dare to bump into a pillar. This is outrageous!"

"I am not a tyrannical person. I hope you can understand my good intentions."

"When I appoint people, I only select those with talent and then use them."

"Regardless of their origins, every citizen of the Great Yan should carry the seal of kings and generals in their baggage."

"In short, don't bring up your background; that's my bottom line."

"Chancellor Han"

Han Cao shuddered when he was suddenly called out.

"This old minister...is here."

What do you think?

"Your Majesty has used swift and decisive measures to eliminate the false reputation of treacherous officials, and has demonstrated the great principles of employing people with the clarity of the sun and moon."

"To punish those who feign loyalty and promote those who possess true talent, to combine firmness with gentleness and leniency with severity, is something that only the sage kings of the three dynasties could accomplish."

"It is a great fortune for the people of Wu and Song to have met Your Majesty, and Your Majesty's magnanimity and spirit are an even greater fortune for the Great Yan dynasty."

Chen Shao nodded slightly.

No wonder he's the prime minister; flattering him is so satisfying.

It seems that Han Cao will be able to behave himself for a while.

"Since that's the case, then it's all settled. Court adjourned."

Han Cao and Yuwen Huagu exchanged a glance.

He bowed deeply to Chen Shao, "Your Majesty, this old minister has something else to report."

"speak."

"Your Majesty has been on the throne for a long time, repelling the Northern Barbarians and pacifying Lulong, your power extends throughout the land, this is a blessing for the Great Yan."

"After much deliberation, this old minister finds that there is still one matter in the court that has not been resolved. The Emperor Emeritus could not bear to separate his children, so all the princes reside in the capital."

"Now that Your Majesty has ascended the throne, according to ancestral rules, the other princes should be sent to their fiefdoms to be enfeoffed as kings and guard their territories, so as to protect the royal family."

"If we remain in the capital for an extended period, it may be inappropriate. I humbly request Your Majesty to consider this matter."

The matter of the prince was extremely sensitive, and all the civil and military officials immediately lowered their heads.

Nobody wants to get involved in anything like this.

How to deal with these brothers and sisters is a problem that every monarch has to face.

For example, Qin Er Shi (Hu Hai) was physically eliminated by swift and decisive means.

Cao Pi, on the other hand, was slightly more lenient, placing them all under house arrest until their deaths.

Another one is Li Longji.

He rose to power through a coup, and his handling of his brothers was textbook-worthy.

They deliberately portrayed the brotherly affection to the fullest.

But all of this can be summed up in eight words:

How can one sleep soundly beside one's own bed!

Chen Shao knew what the old fox was planning.

He thinks he's a political idiot.

Sending the princes away to a remote area is tantamount to handing over one's political trump card.

At that time, anyone can take one hostage and carry out the "Jingnan Campaign".

but...

Chen Shao felt that now was a good time to be sent out to work.

Even without them, there are still the six major regional military governors.

Chaos! The more chaotic, the better!

So he smiled gently at Han Cao.

"Chancellor Han is indeed a wise and experienced strategist."

"Your suggestion is excellent; this idea coincides with my own."

"In that case, after the court session, have my brothers come to the Imperial Study to see me. I want to speak with them personally."

Han Cao was overjoyed and spoke again:

"Your Majesty, the imperial edict to select a concubine has caused a nationwide uproar."

"Most of the women selected from various regions have now entered the palace and settled in. The list is here for Your Majesty to review."

Eh?

Chen Shao almost forgot that he still had this power.

Choosing a concubine...

He has experience with this.

He picked up the roster that Han Cao handed him and glanced at it casually.

"What are you waiting for? Take me there now!"