"However, corrupt officials and those who are extremely wicked must be severely punished to set an example; those who waver must be punished so that they can recognize their mistakes and correct them; as for those who are kind-hearted and dedicated to governing the country, they should be richly rewarded to encourage them."
"If the Great Yong Dynasty wants to revitalize the court, it must establish strict laws and regulations, enforce them rigorously, and set an example for all. The emperor should be punished the same as the common people if he breaks the law. Only in this way can the authority of the law be established. When the law is upheld, the court will be righteous."
"To implement this set of laws, there needs to be someone to take the lead. This person must be skillful and able to intimidate the officials; and also have a prominent status so that no one dares to underestimate them."
"In the imperial court, there are many people with skill and status, but only I possess both skill and status, and can remain impartial," Gu Zhixing said.
His identity goes without saying; everyone in Kyoto knows him, and who would dare to provoke him easily?
As for his methods, from childhood to adulthood, no one he wanted to punish could escape unscathed, and none of them could laugh.
"You really know how to flatter yourself."
For some unknown reason, the emperor couldn't help but chuckle softly, his tone carrying a hint of satisfaction and approval.
He then fell silent for a moment, his gaze becoming increasingly sharp as he stared directly at Gu Zhixing, seemingly lost in thought.
Finally, he looked at Gu Zhixing, his tone solemn: "Alright, I'll trust you this once. The matter of the Dali Temple is now entirely in your hands. If there are any obstacles, come directly to the palace to see me. Don't give face to anyone but me; you must investigate thoroughly and completely to get to the bottom of this!"
Gu Zhixing smiled slightly; the emperor's reaction was already within his expectations.
"Your subject obeys!"
He bowed and accepted the order, but did not move an inch.
The emperor raised an eyebrow slightly: "Is there anything else?"
Gu Zhixing paused slightly, then said in a deep voice, "I have another request to make. I would like to ask Your Majesty for someone to be my assistant."
"Who?" the emperor asked.
"Shen Siyan, Shen Jintang!"
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