Chapter 288 Emperor Lin Wen is finally coming
Since the empire transitioned to a five-member government, the elders have become the executors of policies, responsible for supervising work in various fields and ensuring that the empire's policies are implemented completely and meticulously.
The Supreme Council only discusses minor matters and specific implementation work; the truly important matters are decided in the small meeting of five people.
Zero Ring Line, the most modern and prosperous area in Beijing, is a secluded courtyard that seems to be from ancient times.
Li Longxing is promoting his new policy to the four elders.
"...To summarize, the Governor's power is too great, rendering oversight virtually impossible. Private armies are impossible to count, and localities maintain their own independent forces. We must maintain a large troop inventory to deter them. Otherwise, if the Imperial Army, in concert with the Royal Guards, launches an all-out attack, how can those clowns run wild in front of our great empire?"
The four great elders sat under a tree, with a circle of imperial garrisons wearing robes with dragon patterns behind them.
They are the exclusive guards of the Supreme Council. Each of them is the most powerful individual super warrior in the empire, having cost countless manpower and funds.
Li Longxing sat at the bottom, the dim sunlight shining on his face, showing his lively face.
Behind him was also a circle of royal guards, facing the imperial garrison commander from a distance.
"...Therefore, I propose that the aforementioned governors be replaced by governors, stripping military power from them and placing the troops directly under the highest military headquarters. Only in this way can the foundation of the empire be as stable as granite, and the empire's glory last forever."
The four great elders are all nearly 70 years old. The special price of becoming a great elder makes their expressions rarely fluctuate, but it does not mean that there are no waves in their hearts.
After a brief discussion, a senior elder said, "Your Majesty, if the military and the government are separated, it will be difficult to suppress the rebellions in various places. The governors... or as you say, the governors, will become passive and slack, leaving affairs to the military. The military will then seize the opportunity to expand its power, which will only pose a greater threat to the Supreme Council."
"Longxing." Another elder from the Senate addressed him more closely. "I think it's better to disperse military power across the country. The weaker they are, the greater the threat of the imperial army will be. The less likely they will act rashly and launch a rebellion like Zezhou did..."
"Your Majesty! Great Elder! Urgent information!"
A guard rushed in and shouted.
"Shizhou Governor Gu Xuanli accused Changshan Commandery Magistrate Lin Wen of open rebellion. He led his army into Shizhou, killing, burning, and looting granaries. The Shizhou Second Imperial Guards fought bravely to protect the people of Shizhou, but were outnumbered and unfortunately defeated. All 110,000 soldiers were killed."
"Lin Wen, the governor of Changshan County, is guilty of heinous crimes. He openly challenged war at the most critical moment of the empire, intending to undermine the stability of the empire. His sinister intentions are obvious. He must be secretly colluding with the Papal State in an attempt to overthrow the empire!"
"I hope Your Majesty, the Grand Elder, and the Elders will be informed and deal with it as soon as possible to avoid disaster."
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East Qinzhou.
Governor's Office.
The Dongzhou faction, led by Sheng Huaixuan, has been closely following Shizhou's every move.
They maintained close contact with the Shizhou rebels and provided a lot of assistance to help them fight against the Shizhou regular army. Naturally, they were also very aware of Lin Wen's army attacking Shizhou and seizing food.
Lin Wen achieved a series of military miracles that amazed everyone, especially his amazing tactical level.
However, Sheng Huaixuan is most concerned about its level. Military victory cannot replace victory in the war.
In the empire, the latter was even more deadly, and many brilliant military geniuses eventually fell under the attacks of political opponents.
We must learn from the experience of Li Lie, the King of the North.
Sure enough, Sheng Huaixuan soon received the information passed by his old friend through secret channels.
He immediately summoned all his allies and confidants to discuss the matter.
For both public and private reasons, nothing can go wrong in Changshan County.
Sheng Huaixuan's important ally, Chang Shouren, leader of the Mingren Party, also had a great liking for Changshan County, but due to the needs of his ultimate plan, they had not contacted it.
The Destiny Party was the most radical reformer. Due to its overly radical ideas, it was banned by the empire and then went underground, and has been developing secretly throughout the empire.
The Mingren Party is a collection of multiple organizations, and Chang Shouren is the most respected figure among them. The Shizhou resistance army developed with their support. The attack of Changshan County relieved a lot of pressure for them.
After reading the so-called irrefutable evidence of rebellion in Changshan County provided by the Governor of Shizhou, Chang Shouren made a suggestion.
"Governor Sheng, we can reveal this news to the Golan Renaissance Party."
Everyone was confused. The Golan Renaissance Party was a foreign force that had always aimed to revive religion. It had nothing to do with them. What was the point of telling the Renaissance Party?
But Sheng Huaixuan immediately understood Chang Shouren's intention, clapped his hands and said with a smile: "As expected of Mr. Shouren."
Chief of Staff Ling Huayue was the second to understand Chang Shouren's intention. He thought for a moment and asked, "But how do you explain the cargo ship unloading at the Changshan County dock?"
Sheng Huaixuan said with a smile: "It's not shameful to sell stolen goods."
Mei Xingan, the Minister of Internal Affairs, also came to his senses and said with a smile, "I will immediately send someone to secretly inform that shrewd little girl in Changshan County and ask her to drive all the cargo ships to the South Bay area."
Afterwards, the Governor asked his chief secretary Cheng Hexin to immediately organize all evidence, photos, and video materials, explain the entire process of the incident, and send them to the Golan Renaissance Party active in the South Bay area through secret channels.
Cheng Hexin has always been extremely efficient. In less than an hour, all the relevant information reached the hands of the leader of the Golan Renaissance Party.
After reading it, he immediately ordered his men: "Announce immediately that the Golan Renaissance Party is responsible for this matter."
One of the subordinates was puzzled: "Boss, why should we be responsible?"
The party leader cursed: "Idiots, how else can we prove that we have the ability to revive Golan? Why would those profiteers, wealthy people, and speculators bet on us?"
"With only a little over 40,000 men, we defeated a powerful imperial army of over 100,000 men. We burned, killed, and looted throughout the empire, reaping countless rewards. Who dares to say that we are not the One God's most heroic warriors?"
"We possess such a powerful force. Do those fence-sitters and those who are unsteady still dare to waver between us and the pagans?"
"You must immediately, immediately, and with all your strength, publicize our achievements!"
"This is the only opportunity God has given us. If you miss it, I will send you all to the stake!"
"Yes!" The men ran out in panic.
The Golan Renaissance Party's propaganda machine thus stepped on full steam and began working frantically.
Lin Wen was happily flying to Shenjing on a special plane from Dongqinzhou Airport.
The Supreme Council issued a red ultimatum to Changshan County, requiring him to go to Shenjing immediately to accept questioning.
So, Lin Wen took all the rebuttal evidence that Qin Luoshuang had prepared overnight and happily embarked on his perfect reincarnation journey.
"…The Empire was enraged. I stood up and defended myself with all my might, but the enemy's evidence was overwhelming, and their crimes were too great. I had no choice but to shoulder all the blame and sacrifice myself to protect Changshan County and save the lives of tens of millions of its civilians."
"He achieved both the Duty Keeper and the Savior, and reincarnated with over 70,000 good karmas..."
"Perfect!"
"Hahaha!"
"My fellow immortals, are you trembling? The Great Emperor Lin Wen, carrying the cause of countless calamities, is about to arrive in your world!"
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Shizhou.
Upon hearing that Lin Wen had been summoned by the Supreme Council, Gu Xuanli set up a celebratory banquet and clinked glasses with his men.
"Wang Jing, this is my last chance. Once that little bastard is convicted, you must immediately lead your private army into Changshan County and take back what he stole from me a thousandfold."
Wang Jing drank the whole cup and said with gritted teeth:
"Please rest assured, Governor General. I will avenge this humiliation and kill all the bastards in Changshan County."
(End of this chapter)
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