freenovelworld Chapter 458 The Draft
Chapter 458 The Draft
The affairs of the harem had originally caused quite a stir, but Qin Wu ultimately suppressed them with swift and decisive measures.
Thus far, apart from the ongoing battles on the front lines, no other earth-shattering events have occurred in the entire Qin capital. All affairs are proceeding smoothly and according to established procedures.
In this calm and orderly atmosphere, good news kept coming from the front lines.
The Qin army advanced triumphantly, sweeping all before them, and routed the allied forces of the Immortal Vein and the Demon Realm, leaving them in disarray and forced to retreat in defeat.
Victory reports poured back from the front lines like snowflakes.
These exciting news quickly spread to every corner of the Qin Dynasty, and the whole country was overjoyed.
Whether they were ordinary people or high-ranking officials, everyone was filled with beautiful dreams and expectations for the future of the Qin Dynasty.
People yearn for the dynasty to grow stronger day by day, and even hope that one day it can successfully rise to become a powerful imperial dynasty that will dominate the world.
Among the many who held high hopes, the nobles were the most eager.
They knew that this great battle was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. If they could achieve great military exploits, not only could they be promoted and rise to prominence, but their families could also be rewarded and thus enter the core power circle of the Qin Dynasty.
Thus, a fierce competition quietly unfolded among the various noble families.
Noble families pulled out all the stops, vying to send their most outstanding sons into the army.
They spared no effort in using all kinds of connections and resources, just to secure an opportunity for their children to fight on the battlefield and make meritorious contributions.
In this way, one can both bring honor to one's ancestors and win unparalleled glory for the family.
Qin Wu was naturally delighted to see such a lively scene before him.
However, at the same time, he also fell into deep thought: after the dust settled down from this great war, should he take the opportunity to bestow titles upon some more prominent families? After all, appropriately adding new forces into the court could better maintain the balance of power among all parties, thereby stabilizing the current political situation.
Especially for those children from impoverished families, only by giving them more opportunities and platforms can the Qin Dynasty enter a healthy, stable, and sustainable virtuous cycle.
This does not mean that Qin Wu lacked trust in the talents he personally promoted. On the contrary, it was precisely because he knew that if a dynasty wanted to survive for a long time, maintaining the balance and harmony of the various forces in the court was a crucial and indispensable factor.
Only in this way can we avoid the various drawbacks and crises caused by the dominance of one party or the excessive expansion of one party's power, thereby ensuring that the entire dynasty remains in a relatively stable and orderly state, achieving long-term peace, stability, prosperity, and flourishing.
Just when everything is progressing smoothly, there are always some people who insist on making trouble for themselves and causing chaos.
Unexpectedly, someone actually dared to submit a memorial requesting Qin Wu to hold a talent selection! When Qin Wu read through these memorials, his previously calm expression instantly darkened, becoming as gloomy as the sky before a storm, so ugly that no one dared to look directly at him.
It should be noted that Qin Wu always regarded the affairs of his harem as his own private domain and was extremely averse to others interfering.
As the ruler of a nation, he believed that only he had the right to decide which women could be included in his harem.
Moreover, this power must never be touched or overstepped by anyone.
But now, someone is openly plotting against his harem, which is undoubtedly a blatant provocation against his authority.
Thinking of this, Qin Wu felt a surge of anger rising within him.
Clearly, his previous warnings did not instill fear in some people; on the contrary, they were ignored.
So, gritting his teeth, he squeezed out a few words: "Investigate this matter thoroughly immediately. Who was the first to propose this absurd idea of a talent selection? When did it become their place to talk nonsense and interfere in my harem!"
As soon as those words were spoken, the atmosphere in the entire palace suddenly became tense, as if even the air itself had frozen.
The attendants standing to the side remained silent, terrified that they might inadvertently anger the emperor.
"Yes, I will investigate immediately!" A deep and cold voice rang out, like a cold glint in the night sky.
In the darkness, Liu Feng's figure moved slightly, and he vanished instantly like a ghost, leaving only a faint black shadow.
He was well aware of the importance and urgency of this mission, and dared not delay in the slightest, so he personally went out to investigate the matter in depth.
Liu Feng pondered to himself, who could be so bold as to provoke such a disturbance? And the target was the harem, which was simply like pulling the tiger's hair out of its own head, courting death! Was it really that they were oblivious to their own mortality, or was there some unknown conspiracy and audacity behind it? Thinking of this, Liu Feng quickened his pace, like a flash of lightning darting through the dark night.
With his superb investigative skills and keen insight honed over the years, Liu Feng quickly launched a comprehensive and meticulous investigation.
He didn't let go of any clue or any trace, gradually uncovering the layers of mystery hidden behind the incident.
Before long, perseverance paid off, and Liu Feng finally succeeded in tracing the source of the matter.
However, when he saw the detailed investigation report in his hand, his face suddenly turned ashen.
It turned out that the number of people involved and the scope of the project far exceeded his initial expectations.
These people come from different backgrounds and have different motives, but they all coincidentally extended their reach into the forbidden territory of the imperial harem.
Liu Feng gripped the heavy list tightly in his hand, his gaze fixed intently on the densely packed names and intricate network of relationships. He knew all too well that the scope and depth of this matter were far beyond his ability to handle.
Behind this list, the enormous, albeit faintly visible, figure of the royal family is emerging, and the entanglements of interests involved far exceed the scope of his power.
Filled with worry and trepidation, Liu Feng hurried back to the Imperial Study.
As he stepped into the solemn and dignified room, he took a deep breath, then walked steadily to the desk and respectfully presented the list to Qin Wu.
Qin Wu, his face ashen, accepted the list without uttering a word.
The moment his gaze fell upon those names, a chilling aura erupted from him. The chill seemed to freeze the surrounding air, quickly spreading throughout the entire imperial study.
Everyone present immediately felt an indescribable sense of oppression, and they all fell silent, not daring to even breathe.
Everyone knew in their hearts that this incident would likely cause a huge uproar.
Countless lives will be altered as a result, and many who were once high and mighty may soon face their doom.
Moreover, some related forces will also be hard-pressed to escape the storm and may be mercilessly swept away, falling into an abyss of no return.