Qin Xiao carefully examined the group of people kneeling on the ground, secretly speculating in his mind.

He had no way of knowing about the internal situation of the Divine Dynasty, and deep down he wasn't particularly concerned about it.

But as soon as I took over the responsibility, these people jumped out to oppose me.

It is foreseeable that most of these people are forces involved in border affairs and interests.

The logic is simple: if you throw a brick into a pigpen, the pig that squeals the loudest is the one that gets hit.

Don't you see, even in the imperial court, there are still plenty of old men who remain unmoved, their eyes fixed on their noses and their minds.

"May I ask what position this gentleman holds in the Divine Dynasty, and what contributions he has made?"

Qin Xiao looked at the old man kneeling at the head of the table and asked directly.

His persona is that of a hothead and a thug; there's no need for him to engage in pretense or behind-the-scenes investigations.

If it weren't for the sake of the Divine Dynasty and Mu Yueming's reputation, Qin Xiao would have killed this kind of trash like a chicken in the open.

Don't be fooled by its diamond tier status; it's just so-so.

Sometimes, violence is the quickest way to solve a problem.

The old man knelt on the ground, genuinely shaken by Mu Yueming's words; such power was truly immense.

If we let this kid run rampant on the border, wouldn't all the good things we've built up over the years go to waste?

Upon hearing Qin Xiao's question, the tall, thin old man, without waiting for Mu Yueming to speak, got up on his own.

"I am Wu Shanlin, a Grand Councilor of the Divine Dynasty, the Left of the Three Prime Ministers. I am highly regarded by the Ice Emperor and entrusted with important responsibilities, commanding the military affairs of the border, and ensuring peace and tranquility on the border for over a hundred years!"

Qin Xiao looked him up and down. "For over a hundred years, the seas and rivers have been peaceful and the land has been tranquil. So why have border wars been so frequent lately, and why has the Heavenly Dao Realm been repeatedly in conflict?"

I'm here today to clean up your mess, you old geezer, aren't I?

If I were you, I would have been so ashamed of the mess I made that I would have resigned long ago. You're incompetent, but you're certainly shameless.

Qin Xiao didn't care about his achievements; his main strategy was to get close and unleash his ultimate move, while also making sarcastic remarks.

The old man has lived to such an old age, and it's not all for nothing; he still has a good ability to cultivate his inner strength.

Despite his displeasure at Qin Xiao's mockery, he didn't get angry; instead, he retorted with a sharp retort.

"Now that the new emperor has just been established, it is normal for the Heavenly Dao Realm to take some actions. The emperor is still young, and it is understandable that he is anxious about the safety of the people on the border."

However, I observe that you act rashly and your cultivation is still shallow. If you act hastily, you will give your opponent an opportunity, which will lead to widespread suffering.

As the Left Chancellor and Grand Councilor of the Divine Dynasty, I naturally have the duty to advise the young emperor. This is for the sake of the Divine Dynasty and for the sake of all living beings.

The old man's opening remarks, whether explicitly or implicitly, implied that Mu Yueming was young and inexperienced, which angered Mu Yueming so much that her pretty face turned bright red.

If it weren't for the imperial decorum and the Ice Emperor's test, Mu Yueming would have wanted to give him an Absolute Zero shot on the spot...

She remained silent, her eyes fixed on Qin Xiao, awaiting his reply.

That jerk Qin Xiao, he was so sharp-tongued when he was dealing with me, now he's got his tongue stuck in his throat, isn't he?

Qin Xiao, of course, wouldn't let such words stop him. As he said before, he didn't expect to make a living in the Divine Dynasty.

"It's none of your business how I act. If I fail to do things well, you're free to hold me accountable."

Now that His Majesty has made the decision, I will proceed with the work.

Some people hold positions without doing their jobs, colluding with their superiors and subordinates to undermine border military affairs. Don't let me catch them red-handed.

Otherwise, the entire family, including relatives and friends from near and far, would be lost.

Qin Xiao didn't follow the other party's pace at all, and only accepted the duties and tasks of the Marquis of Jingbian.

At this point, Qin Xiao reached out and took out an object.

Everyone was taken aback by his move.

This is an item sealed by colorless sword energy; it's not yet possible to tell what's inside.

Qin Xiao's lips curled up as he changed the subject.

"I caught this thing before I even arrived at Guixu. At that time, His Majesty had just met me when someone threatened me with a split soul."

I've always been petty and can't stand it when others try to show off in front of me. Besides, His Majesty has entrusted me with an important task, and this person is eager to stop me.

This behavior is clearly disrespectful to His Majesty. I don't know who it is yet, but I'm definitely going to catch that brat.

In the imperial court, the ministers were indeed drawn to his attention.

This matter isn't a huge deal, but it's definitely not insignificant either.

Others may not know His Majesty's background, but these top ministers certainly know a thing or two.

The fact that they could enter and leave the Ruins and infiltrate the territory of Huawu Kingdom... everyone was shocked.

Qin Xiao carefully observed everyone's expressions and didn't see much panic.

He manipulated the Soul-Slaying Sword Qi to stimulate this wisp of soul; such pain, reaching the very soul, would be unbearable for the original body if it were here.

The screams of the split soul echoed throughout the imperial court. Even behind the imperial crown, Mu Yueming's gaze turned somewhat solemn.

He had just spoken about Qin Xiao, and now someone was threatening him... It seems there are still many filthy and surprising things happening within this Divine Dynasty.

After this series of actions, none of the ministers showed any unusual expression.

Qin Xiao was somewhat surprised. According to his original prediction, the most likely candidates should have been these high-ranking officials.

Why isn't it here?

Could it be a general stationed at the border?

That shouldn't be the case. How could someone stationed at the border be able to monitor Mu Yueming's every move?

Moreover, is it necessary for the border general to extend his reach into the Huawu Kingdom?

Extremely high risk, extremely low return, what are the benefits?

Qin Xiao shook his head and put the wisp of soul away again.

"It seems it's not one of your humeri, which is a relief."

Qin Xiao said calmly, then stopped talking and slightly raised his head to cup his hands.

"Your Majesty, I have come from afar with great anxiety. I request your detailed instructions on the matter of pacifying the border, and I will depart immediately."

Mu Yueming also put aside his thoughts, looked at the ministers whose rhythm had been disrupted, and a smile appeared on his lips.

"In that case, the court session is adjourned. Marquis Jingbian, please come with me."

The maidservants beside him softly announced the end of the court session, their voices spreading outwards.

Left Prime Minister Wu Shanlin wanted to say something more, but Mu Yueming had already gotten up and left, and he seemed not to hear him even after calling out several times.

The old man was furious, and seeing Qin Xiao preparing to leave, his expression turned gloomy.

"Hmph, the Divine Dynasty is vast and its affairs are numerous and complex. Marquis Jingbian, do not act willfully and recklessly!"

Although the Empress is newly enthroned and young, her words are law, and the matter is settled. We can only try to find a solution elsewhere...

Leaving behind this lukewarm warning, Wu Shanlin turned and left.

The other ministers either ignored Qin Xiao or smiled and nodded, but they all kept a certain distance and did not rush to chat with him.

Qin Xiao didn't care at all, after all, he had no foundation here, although he had some reputation in Pingyuan Station.

However, these ministers who occupy high positions in the Divine Dynasty, not to mention their own strength, probably have quite a few extraordinary figures within their respective factions.

So deep down, he still looked down on Qin Xiao, and even thought he could control Qin Xiao and wait to see him make a fool of himself.

Perhaps they were even hoping to take this opportunity to further suppress the restless Empress.

That's just how things are in the imperial court.

It's like a spring; it's nothing more than a game of give and take, with things being compressed back and forth.

Anyway, it's a divine dynasty, so it's impossible for it to collapse, and no one would dare to rebel.