Chapter 9, Calm Analysis

I have been reflecting and I don't think I have done anything wrong recently

Isn't Shang Rong a loyal minister? He is quite renowned for his virtue, and during the reign of the former king, he was a minister in charge of rites and music. Why would he propose the selection of candidates?

The king's troops have no issues in their training whatsoever

Did King Zhou not use a beauty selection to test?

If Huang Feihu had reported to himself in a timely manner and retained Kong Xuan, this victory could certainly have been avoided

The education is still incomplete, and the domineering mentality has not been properly established. Before achieving great success, one cannot deploy the guards externally.

The messenger just now was a eunuch, a retainer of Feilian. Building a good tomb for them is the greatest grace.

The mandate of heaven and the principles of yin and yang must not be violated. Your Majesty is currently in the flourishing years, a suitable time for selecting consorts, and is also inheriting the teachings of the Yan and Huang dynasties, upholding the virtue of filial piety. It is appropriate to issue an edict to the lords of the four regions, instructing each region to select one hundred virtuous and beautiful young women, regardless of their wealth or poverty, solely based on their graceful appearance, gentle disposition, and proper demeanor, to enrich the imperial harem, properly balance yin and yang, and ensure the continuity of the ancestral temple.

Especially that troublemaker Kong Xuan, this guy appearing in the early stages of the Investiture of the Gods is simply a bug, it is impossible to lose a battle without the saints coming out, he is such a hindrance

Wen Zhong no longer advised.

How many treacherous and unscrupulous officials have emerged from this esteemed profession

It is essential to reverse the decision

The child pondered for a moment and seemed to realize that there was a reason behind it

The Emperor's Imperial Guard played a pivotal role in quelling the rebellion

Huang Feihu also ceased his persuasion

When Doctor Fei returns to the court, he will surely be promoted and granted nobility; soaring to great heights is inevitable.

Each of these guards is so loyal and courageous, how then should the emperor be wise and mighty

The child recalled the contents of the bamboo slips and realized that the problem lay with Kong Xuan

The issue lies in how that scoundrel Feilian thought to bring Kong Xuan to quell the rebellion

The system is his greatest reliance. If he does not earn more of the foolishness value to exchange for rare treasures and cultivation techniques, then death would be true death, and he would only be able to walk like a marionette under the great calamity of the gods.

This is not right

With the combination of talent selection and eunuchs, it is unlikely that any further troubles will arise, allowing for a smooth reign as a foolish monarch

At that time, I dissuaded the selection process on the grounds of the Beihai conflict. Now that the situation has been settled, if it were to be brought up again...

Moreover, the gaze of the child fixed upon him made him feel somewhat uneasy

Moreover, after acquiring a new consort, if a few beautiful and agreeable ones are chosen, it would be justifiable for the monarch to no longer attend morning court.

Who is Kong Xuan? Of course he knows, a figure of quasi-saint level, invincible below the sage rank. How long can the Northern Sea rebels last against him?

Is it possible that ... ...

Ultimately, it is better for Feilian not to serve as a minister, returning honestly and defeated, rather than insisting on achieving victory in battle

Yet they did just that, protecting Feilian amidst the chaos of battle, earning the admiration of the entire pacification army, to the extent that even Kong Xuan was willing to let them take the lead in credit

He certainly cannot say, "Your Majesty, please stop training the troops and quickly show some favor to my sister!"

Several months later, the Beihai Rebellion was completely quelled, and Feilian led his troops back to the capital.

The guards were trained by him, the head coach was replaced by him, and even if he wanted to argue, he would be unable to do so

Most of it consists of words of praise, with the Imperial Guard General being extolled to the skies, and even Feilian has become known as a valiant general of the world

This is all urgently needed by the children

The children all understand

The child listened and said, this is good

Moreover, the very mention of the profession of eunuchs is sufficiently insidious; which emperor would want to send your son into the palace to be castrated, you would undoubtedly curse him

The son began to contemplate how to deal with these meritorious generals

The child does not want to self-immolate on the Deer Platform, the thought of being burned is painful! Moreover, being choked by smoke is even more distressing!

Counterfeit money

Talent shows do not necessarily lead to infamy, allowing one to be regarded as a foolish ruler, but it is impossible to leave an impression of being a wise ruler.

Listening to the echoes of the mountains, Zi Shou felt a deep discomfort in his heart

I vaguely remember that Su Hu, the Marquis of Jizhou, was unwilling to send his daughter, and thus he declared that Su Hu of Jizhou would never serve the Shang dynasty

After careful consideration, the child agreed

It shouldn't be like this

The child felt that if the eunuch were to be born under his hand, this eternal disgrace would be irrevocably attached to him, and the victory at Beihai would be of no significance whatsoever

The new concubine is no different from the previous ones; everyone is just getting to know each other, allowing for a gradual familiarity, and one can still enjoy the feeling of being in love with a beautiful woman

Of course, it is the king's training that is excellent

Upon reaching this point, Zi Shou finally felt at ease

Shang Rong kneels before the throne: "Your Majesty, I, the humble minister Shang Rong, report to you! The Northern Sea has achieved a great victory, blessed by the divine favor of the nation, and under the auspices of the sun and moon, grain is piled high and silk is stacked, signifying prosperity and abundance"

He himself has not favored the harem due to his training as a royal guard and his unfamiliarity with the situation since he just crossed over, but others are unaware of this

Calmly analyze and reflect for a moment

In this era, there are no eunuchs, only castrated men

However, it is also good; this is the reason for punishing Huang Feihu. The reputation of the King of Martial Valor, who protects the nation, is very high. I will first demote you.

Clearly, the forces are weak and, more importantly, King Zhou has gained military power

Everything can only be attributed to coincidence, as well as Huang Feihu, who helped Feilian transfer Kong Xuan without reporting it

... ...

The value of incompetence has run away, and the elixir has also escaped

One must find a pretext to assign him to the frontier

Currently, I have only two sons, and the other concubines in the harem have not given birth to any offspring. The number of descendants is indeed fewer compared to the previous emperors.

In this world of deities and divine beings, the power of human emperors is indeed insufficient, and it is highly likely that the events will unfold according to the narrative of the Investiture of the Gods, leading the Shang Dynasty towards its demise

There must be a problem here

I have read "Investiture of the Gods"; have you also read "Investiture of the Gods"

However, Zi Shou felt that this voice was somewhat familiar. Upon closer inspection, the one giving the suggestion was Shang Rong

The son has even envisioned the scene of the great army returning to the capital, which must have already established an image of a wise ruler in the hearts of the soldiers

Shang Rong was startled; he wished to surrender.

Wen Zhong looked at the several guards beside Zi Shou, finding them pleasing to the eye in every way

Then, there are those hundred guards

As an aspiring tyrant, one must certainly not reward those who have made contributions

Eunuchs were employed in positions such as "temple attendants," "inner servants," and "palace guards," but their numbers were few and their status was low. They were responsible for menial tasks and delivering messages, serving as a type of household retainer

After the selection, there will be quite a number of concubines in the harem, as the three palaces and their consorts always require attendants to serve them

However, if there is no reward, there will surely be questions raised. How should one respond at that time

At this moment, Zi Shou had a sudden flash of inspiration

In addition, it could emulate the establishment of the Eastern Depot during the Ming Dynasty, which was accountable only to the emperor, did not require approval from judicial authorities, and could arbitrarily supervise and apprehend subjects, making it one of the most notorious violent institutions

After coming to a clear understanding, the prince then ordered the officer in charge: "Immediately convey my decree and implement it among the lords of the four towns..."

Previously, most concubines came from noble backgrounds and brought their own maids into the palace. However, regardless of wealth or status, there were always beautiful women of commoner origin selected during the talent search

The suppression of the rebellion in Beihai was successful, and King Zhou's prestige in the army was unparalleled at that time. Moreover, with Wen Zhong returning to court, the military generals would inevitably align themselves completely with King Zhou. Consequently, the only remaining forces in the court that opposed King Zhou were the royal relatives such as Zi Qi and the group of old ministers who held power in the court.

According to the thoughts of the subordinate, in the face of a great enemy, it is commendable that these individuals do not flee at the critical moment. How could it be possible for each of them to charge to the front, risking their lives to shield the commander from harm

The eunuch can thus emerge opportunely

Regardless of the circumstances, one must first tarnish their reputation, and the best method to achieve this is through a grand selection of consorts

Soon, the ministers became lively

What does it matter if one has a fat head and big ears? Without a broad and sturdy frame, how can one shield the king from a knife?

Shang Rong, at the head of the civil officials, had eyes that twinkled with keen intelligence

What if the image is slightly arrogant and overbearing? It can attract the hatred of assassins

There is a play!