Chapter 933 Cleaning Valve

Chapter 933: 933 Cleaning Valve

Jia Yi, who had been feigning sleep, suddenly opened his eyes wide and exchanged a glance with Xu Shu, the Minister of War.

They rose together, as if by unspoken agreement. The other officials, seeing them rise, assumed they were in support and their joy was evident.

But their next words sent chills down their spines...

A cold sweat ran from the soles of their feet to the top of their heads!

Their minds were filled with two words: "It’s over!" "As the head of all officials, I failed to realize that such vile people existed in the court. I deserve death!"

"This humble subject misjudged people, recommending this vile person for office. I am guilty, I deserve death!"

As the right-hand men of Qin, the Prime Minister and the Minister of War both apologized, instead of advising the Emperor to abolish Legalism and Mohism. What did this mean?

Think about it carefully!

You can tell that His Majesty is angry!

Who is Lu Ming?

He was a powerful warlord who rose from humble beginnings, a ruthless ruler who had grown up amidst the long-standing chaos of warlord conflicts in Xiliang.

He wasn’t a delicate flower born in a greenhouse; he had witnessed the hardships of life and weathered countless storms. Years of tempering had made him a qualified monarch.

A monarch with exceptional vision, knowledge, and methods.

How could such a powerful figure be threatened?

An emperor who had fought his way through mountains of corpses and seas of blood was not the weakling who inherited the throne; he truly knew how to kill!

"My two ministers, I entrust this matter to you.

I give you seven days. If you fail, you may retire to your hometowns!"

Lu Ming snorted, dismissed the ministers, and had the two-thirds of those who had stood up ’escorted’ out of the palace by the Imperial Guard.

A bloodbath!

A bloodbath was necessary!

Lu Ming now realized that the problem of the Han Dynasty’s decline was also in his hands.

On the path of expansion, absorbing and recruiting other scholar-officials was inevitable.

However, it was unexpected that these people would be so corrupt, even desiring a return to the era when Confucianism held absolute dominance.

Confucianism’s dominance was detrimental to the entire dynasty; any power, once too great, would threaten imperial authority.

This was true for Confucianism, and it was also true for aristocratic families. Moreover, such groups have always existed; it was just a matter of how those in power dealt with them.

Aristocratic families, powerful clans, academic cliques, financial magnates—the possibilities were endless.

As the palace gates closed, many gleaming yellow crossbows appeared on the city walls—weapons of war, weapons of death!

Less than a third of the officials remained, and Lu Ming still shared a banquet with them.

These were the officials he had cultivated; their loyalty was beyond question. They would die without hesitation.

They were trustworthy and reliable.

"The leader this time is the Kuai family of Jingzhou.

How does Your Majesty intend to deal with them?"

Jia Ren’s question was direct, unlike the more subtle approaches of other scholars.

Was Jia Hu ignorant, or incapable?

Neither.

He understood too well, understood His Majesty’s character all too well.

Speaking frankly and directly was the best way to please His Majesty.

Beating around the bush would only invite criticism!

"Kill them all. Leave no one alive.

Promote those from the academy. If there aren’t enough men, bring women.

I absolutely will not tolerate disloyalty among the lower classes. Hmph, suppressing all other schools of thought and exclusively honoring Confucianism—how could they even come up with such a thing!"

Lu Ming snorted. He was an ambitious man.

All of this was done to ensure his daughter’s succession so he could enjoy life.

The Eastern Han Dynasty was replaced by him, and China was unified.

There’s still so much left undone; people’s livelihoods haven’t improved, technology hasn’t advanced.

The Kushan Empire is still locked in a fierce battle with him in the west; he doesn’t have the time for trivial games like "releasing military power over a cup of wine," especially since those are just intellectuals.

Just do it. Want to make him bow down?

Then watch out for your own head.

Seemingly needing an explanation, Lu Ming stared at Jia Fan and Xu Shu, saying, "Outside Yumen Pass, the Kushan Empire is annexing our Great Qin and vying for supremacy. The Kushan Empire has tens of millions of people and is equipped with elite troops and generals.

If it weren’t for my unification of China, given the previous warlord conflicts and fragmented territories, the entire country might have been overthrown.

Now, do you understand my good intentions?

The court has no time; it can only move forward, not stand still, let alone retreat!"

Jia Fan bowed deeply to Lu Ming and said firmly, "Five days. Within five days, purge the stubborn elements and replace the disciples.

However, Your Majesty, this matter requires the assistance of the army!"

"Yuanzhi, you will assist the Prime Minister.

I will send Lin Dong to assist you. If there are any things you cannot handle yourself, let him handle them."

Lu Ming’s eyes flashed with anger. Those corrupt officials, those so-called great scholars, they really think they’re something special! Xu Shu and Jia Fan were startled. This was murderous intent!

It was also a warning. They knew they wouldn’t let Lin Dong do it; it was both support and a warning.

It was telling them that the Emperor was behind them, that the Emperor’s will was theirs!

And letting Lin Dong, the commander of the Imperial Guards, do it would only bring shame upon His Majesty.

As subjects, they had to do the dirty work; otherwise, what was the point of keeping them around?

"Your Majesty, please rest assured, this old minister will do his utmost to handle this matter well."

Jia Fan knelt again. He understood that there was no time to slack off; a decisive strike was necessary.

"Since you understand,

then you may leave. I won’t keep you for dinner."

Lu Ming finished speaking and departed, the general direction confirmed.

Now, it was time for reckoning and execution.

After conversing with Yuan Shao and Cao Cao during the day, Lu Ming deliberately summoned Yuan Shao’s wife, Lady Liu, and Cao Cao’s wife, Lady Bian, to the palace that evening, ordering them to serve him in bed.

In addition, he had Cao Cao’s three daughters, Cao Xian, Cao Jie, and Cao Hua, wash and prepare to serve him as well.

To defile their wives and daughters—what kind of victor wouldn’t enjoy the wives and daughters of their enemies?

"Your Majesty,"

Lady Liu called out sweetly. She was nearly forty, her hair piled high, revealing her long, white neck.

She wore a pink, open-fronted nightgown, the top buttons undone, revealing a deep cleavage beneath the garment.

Through the open nightgown, one could even see the deep red areolas of her beautiful breasts.

The nightgown’s design was rather sensual, reaching all the way to her hips.

Her pert, plump buttocks bulged tightly against the hem of her nightgown, revealing a breathtakingly alluring shape. Beneath the nightgown, her two thighs were fair and sexy, full and shapely.

Especially her two beautiful legs, encased in black stockings, exuded a mature charm that was undeniable.