Chapter Nine, Iron-Fisted Control, A Major Shift in the Landscape

My lord, the aristocracy of Beimang is also intricate, and among them are not without descendants of the Ying clan" Li Si reminded

Yes, what does this mean

Ying Chu still had some reservations, as the Ying clan held significant power throughout the Qin state

If they are to take action, there must be a compelling justification for doing so. Otherwise, the consequences could be severe, but today can be considered a wake-up call for the Ying family

Everyone waited for a long time but did not see Ying Chu come out. The patriarch of the Wang family, growing impatient, directly slammed the table and asked: "What does the Duke of Zhenbei mean? Inviting us here but leaving us waiting like this!"

Beiman is quite distant from Xianyang, which can be described as far removed from the emperor in the heavens

We have met the Marquis of the North

However, those smaller clans are not necessarily the same; as for the other four major families, they are beyond one's control.

Inform those small clans not to attend the banquet

Ying Ziqi gazed at the invitation and slowly said, "Since His Majesty has already conferred upon him the title of Marquis of the North, we should go and take a look"

"My lord, what about the Ying family?" Li Si inquired

Upon arriving in Beimang, he offended the five major families, and Ying Ziqi does not consider Ying Chu to be a fool

Zhao Yun entered wearing battle armor, stained with blood and carrying books

His action has further delighted the people of Beimang, who applauded in approval

The lord has displayed great power today; these clansmen will likely behave themselves for a while.

Four of the five prominent families have arrived, while most of the minor aristocrats are absent. Upon hearing the news, Ying Chu let out a cold laugh, realizing that the Northern Mang is due for a change in its bloodline

Everyone gasped in shock, staring in disbelief at the head on the ground, which belonged to the patriarch of the Zhao family

Get me out

Although they are not well-regarded in Blackwater City, they have not committed any heinous acts. Merely by engaging in business, they have managed to rise among the five prominent families, which is truly not to be underestimated

Before Ying Chu arrived in Beimang, the Ying family was the local sovereign here

Winning this move serves as a warning to others, tightening everyone's resolve. This Marquis of the North is not a soft target; when it comes to matters, he truly does take action!

As I have just arrived, I hope that in the future, all the clan leaders will provide ample assistance

Ying Chu did not regard the Ying family with any importance; even if they had private soldiers, so what? One is not made of dough. If everyone behaves properly, it will be good for all; otherwise, one should not blame the books for turning against them mercilessly.

The Gu family primarily engages in grain sales; henceforth, military provisions will be procured from the Gu family.

Ying Chu, however, let out a cold laugh and said: "Not enough; a combination of grace and power is the true way to rule"

In this era, only the gentry can receive an education, while the common people have no means to learn

"Elder, shall we go?"

Just as the head of the Wang family was complaining, Ying Chu finally arrived late.

Since the warning has already been given, it is also necessary to grant a few acts of grace

In the beginning, Qin Shi Huang relocated some of the descendants of the Ying family to the northern frontier in order to settle and defend the borders.

After all, having just arrived in Beimang and annihilated an entire clan, he is not someone to be trifled with. Especially those minor noble families, they are even more apprehensive, as if walking on thin ice

It can be said that the aristocratic families of Beimang are predominantly led by the Ying clan

Just as Ying Ziqi was filled with curiosity, unusual sounds came from outside the door

Oh, could it be that they can turn the world upside down?

The patriarch of the Ying clan from Beimang is named Ying Ziqi, and it is said that his lineage can be traced back to the era of King Huiwen of Qin

Five days later, Beimang, Heishui City

Mr. Jia, please draft a document for me stating that I wish to host a banquet for all the gentry of Beimang

The chieftains of those minor clans beneath mhetushu.com also joined in the chorus.

The Zhao family was exterminated, leading to a significant change in the structure of Northern Mang

What is going on?

Ying Chu has just arrived in Beimang, and naturally, he must meet with the local gentry.

Throughout history, the status of merchants has not been very high. Therefore, the simplest way to deal with them is to engage in politics, allowing them to escape from their merchant status

Rest assured and wait, does he really believe that he can keep them hanging indefinitely?

Ke Yingchu, however, does not have concerns in this regard, as he can summon powerful individuals himself, making the involvement of your aristocratic clan entirely unnecessary

Beimang, Ying family

I apologize for the delay; I have been busy with official duties.

One must eat rice bite by bite; solely based on the trade of military provisions, the Gu family’s status in Beimang would instantly increase significantly

Ying Ziqi looked at Ying Chu with some confusion. It is said that this young master Chu is quick-tempered and impulsive. However, today only four of the five prominent families attended, and many seats were arranged, leaving more than half empty, yet he did not show any anger

Compared to Ying Shi, Ying Chu has a more favorable view of Gu Shi

The great hall fell silent, not even the atmosphere dared to make a sound

Controlled by the gentry, it ultimately leads to the loss of a significant number of talents

Ying Chu smiled and said, "Zhao Yun, I am hosting a banquet for the clan leaders, why are you throwing a head at me?"

After Zhao Yun left, Ying Chu raised his wine cup and said: "I know that Blackwater City is governed by the four prominent families. As I am new here and may not fully understand the customs, I kindly ask the four clan leaders for your guidance in the future"

Here!

All the aristocratic families were cautious, fearing that they might inadvertently provoke the calamity that was Ying Chu.

Your Excellency, I report that the Zhao family has gathered soldiers with the intention of rebellion. I have already dispatched troops to suppress them. This is the head of the Zhao family leader

The Zhao family is notorious for their heinous deeds, and the largest flesh trade market in the entire Northern Mang belongs to them. They coerce the innocent into prostitution and kill without a second thought. Wiping out their entire clan, Ying Chu feels no sense of guilt whatsoever.

Ying Ziqi wanted to give Ying Chu a warning, but after all, the Ying family is a prominent clan, and some respect must be maintained. Therefore, he had to go.

They have also moved here for over ten years, establishing a solid foundation long ago. Even if you win against Zhu, you must still hope that it is a dragon; if it is a tiger, you must also lie down and wait.

The Northern Mang is divided into five major clans, with the Ying clan at the forefront, followed in order by the Zhao clan, the Wang clan, the Tu clan, and the Tushugu clan. The remaining smaller families are not worth concerning. However, Ying Chu still sent them invitations, inviting them to the banquet

Although Zhao Yun has departed, the head has not been taken away

Zhao Yun cupped his hands and said: "Here!"

This banquet allowed everyone to witness Ying Chu's tactics, transforming the five prominent families of Heishui City into four prominent families.

After the banquet had dispersed, Jia Xu and Li Si walked in

In today's situation, it is not certain that they can be subdued. However, they are indeed members of the Ying clan; if they behave themselves, I will not take action against them

The four clan leaders swallowed hard, trembling as they raised their wine cups and said, "My lord, you are too kind; we shall certainly do our utmost to cooperate."

I think the Gu family is quite good

Having said that, Zhao Yun threw the head wrapped in black cloth onto the ground

The Duke of the North has devoted his heart and soul to the great Qin, truly serving as a model for our generation said the head of the Gu family with a smile

Ying Ziqi let out a cold laugh upon seeing this, yet he did not speak. How could the head of the Wang family be so impatient? Ying Chuxin, as a new official, naturally had to assert his authority and give them a warning.

This is the effect that Ying Chu desires; to avoid being controlled by the gentry, one must be resolute and unyielding.

What are your thoughts, my lord