Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield

Chapter 770  Chapter 314: Sealing the Chancellor Again! Zhao Feng Displays Authority! Recruitment Reform! Academic Palace System! (Part 3)

“Replying to Father Emperor, it is indeed this Tu’an.”

Zhao Feng nodded and replied.

“Humph.”

“A mere small country dares to be so insolent, hindering the edge of the Qin soldiers.”

“Courting death.”

Ying Zheng let out a cold snort, a gleam of sharp murderous intent already showing in his eyes.

“Father, calm your anger.”

“Currently, our Qin is still stabilizing the people’s livelihood and solidifying the Great Qin Divine Land.”

“There is no immediate need to resort to military action. Once the national policies of our Qin Divine Land are implemented, the national power will become even more robust; destroying these two small countries will be effortless.”

“The current implementation of national policies requires countless resources and funds, so having these two small countries contribute some would not be a bad thing.” Zhao Feng chuckled.

“You little rascal, you intend to collect tribute from these two countries, then find a pretext to destroy them in the future, don’t you?”

Ying Zheng glanced at Zhao Feng and immediately laughed.

“Father knows me.” Zhao Feng replied with a hearty laugh.

Under the atmosphere between the father and son.

The civil and military officials of the Qin court also laughed one after another.

“Hahaha.”

“What the Crown Prince said is correct.”

“The implementation of national policies consumes countless resources of our Qin.”

“Moreover, the construction of the Academic Palace does as well.”

“If these two countries contribute some wealth, although it won’t be much, it can still alleviate some urgent needs.”

“These two small countries can be effortlessly destroyed by our Qin army. Once our Qin’s national policies are fully implemented, our national power will reach unprecedented strength.”

“Indeed.”

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The ministers at court also laughed heartily.

“In that case.”

“Let these two countries send emissaries to our Qin.”

“However, as for the Tu’an State, give them a good intimidation.” Ying Zheng said in a deep voice.

“I receive the decree, and will instruct the border officials to execute it.” Yu Liao smiled immediately.

“Father.”

“Now that the battles in our Divine Land have been settled and the various countries have perished.”

“In the past, we recruited young men into the Qin forces every year.”

“Now, it is time to change this national policy.” Zhao Feng said timely.

Upon hearing this.

Ying Zheng nodded in agreement, his face thoughtful: “Feng’er is right.”

“Previously, recruiting young men every year was to replenish the troops and keep our Qin Army ever strong, but now it’s time to make changes.”

“Feng’er, what is your idea?”

Ying Zheng looked at Zhao Feng again.

“Father.”

“You really don’t want to tire yourself, do you? Even this matter needs your son’s consideration?”

Zhao Feng said with a bit of helplessness.

Hearing these words.

The ministers at court were holding back their laughter.

Since Zhao Feng became the Crown Prince and took charge of affairs.

The court has remained dignified, but the atmosphere on the court has welcomed a change.

Such harmonious relations between a monarch and Crown Prince have never been seen in any dynasty.

“The capable bear more burdens.” Ying Zheng laughed once.

“Your son suggests strategies, Father implements them.” Zhao Feng smiled.

“That is natural.” Ying Zheng nodded immediately.

“As for the recruitment strategy, it can continue, but unlike in the past where young men were recruited wholesale into service.”

“From now on, the Senior Generals of the Five Camps must report the number of retirees to the Shaofu, then Shaofu will pass it to the Recruitment Hall to select the strongest young men from various regions of Qin to be reorganized into the army; once the major camps are fully staffed, the remaining young men will become agricultural soldiers.”

“Firstly, to open up wasteland in various places of Qin, secondly, to build chidao and cities.”

“This will be corvée.”

“With a two-year term, during which they will receive an annual salary equivalent to ordinary soldiers. After two years, they can choose to stay or return home.”

“Our Qin must fully utilize the labor force of the young and strong to strengthen the country.” Zhao Feng stated immediately.

Hearing this.

The ministers at the court nodded one after another.

The implementation proposed by Zhao Feng still allows the Qin military recruitment system to exist, and also reutilizes the recruited labor force effectively.

“Senior Generals, Shaofu.”

“Did you hear what the Crown Prince said?”

“The recruitment strategy and agricultural strategy should begin to be implemented this year.” Ying Zheng smiled.

“We will strictly follow the Holy Decree.”

The senior generals and Yu Liao immediately responded.

“Alright.”

“Today’s meeting is almost over.”

“However, before then.”

“I have one more matter.”

Ying Zheng looked down at the court with a serious expression.

The expressions of the court ministers also became solemn one after another.

“Huai Zhuang attempted to assassinate the Crown Prince, his entire family has been executed, and the position of Right Chancellor is now vacant.”

“I have deliberated for a long time and have come to a decision.”

Ying Zheng slowly began to speak.

As the words fell.

The breathing of ministers ranked among the Nine Ministers grew rapid, filling them with anticipation.

Especially Li Si.

At this moment, his hands in his robe could not help but clench tightly, extremely nervous.

When Wang Wan’s clan was exterminated, he once fantasized that the position of Right Chancellor might be his, but Han Fei emerged out of nowhere, leaving Li Si very disappointed.

Only later did he understand.

Han Fei’s rise was not just due to his own ability but primarily because of Zhao Feng. Han Fei was favored because of his close relationship with Zhao Feng, leading to Han Fei’s appointment as Right Chancellor.

Under the gaze of everyone, Ying Zheng’s eyes fell on Li Si.

“Court Minister Li Si.”

“Your ability is outstanding. Since entering Qin, you have made great contributions to the Qin and swore loyalty to me to the death.”

“It is right to promote you to Right Chancellor.”

As Ying Zheng’s words fell.

A look of ecstatic joy appeared on Li Si’s face.

Then.

He immediately stood out and bowed deeply to Ying Zheng and Zhao Feng: “This minister thanks Your Majesty for the trust, and thanks the Crown Prince for the trust.”

“This minister vows to serve the Qin to the death.”

Seeing Li Si like this.

Ying Zheng smiled slightly: “I hope you do not fail in your duties as Right Chancellor.”

“This minister will never let Your Majesty and the Crown Prince down.” Li Si immediately replied.

“Hmm.” Ying Zheng nodded.

On the court, the expressions of all the officials were revealed before his eyes.

“Our Qin has swept away various countries and commands the Divine Land.”

“My governance is complex, with numerous petitions from all over the land, difficult for me to manage.”

“Therefore.”

“I have invited back a capable minister of our Qin, also my elder.”

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