"Was this a bit too much? I don't mean to blame you. But there are many ways to deal with these people. This time, I'm afraid it's gone too far and might make them resentful and continue plotting rebellion..."
Late at night, Liu Yu and Liu Chong visited Zhao Hao together.
They don't see anything wrong with killing those utterly depraved people.
They stand only on the side of righteousness and justice.
However, doing so would be tantamount to declaring war on them directly, leaving no room for reconciliation.
Liu Yu and Liu Chong had witnessed firsthand the miserable lives of the Han people and were unwilling to let Zhao Hao's hard-won ideal vision be destroyed by internal strife.
"If you don't mind, Uncle Wang, could you also call me Xiao Zhao?" Liu Chong picked up where Liu Yu left off, turning his head to ask.
"Of course, both of you are my respected uncles. The fact that you did not stop me, Zhao Hao, from acting unilaterally during the court meeting is already a great favor to me."
I'm visiting again late tonight just to get some clarification, something I don't know.
Gentlemen, do you have any further questions?
The two nodded, and Liu Chong then asked.
"Little Zhao, the world is bustling with people coming and going for profit."
Everyone has their own interests at heart.
The benefits that the Imperial Clan and I seek are a prosperous and strong nation, and peace throughout the land.
It seems that only you, Xiao Zhao, can fulfill this wish.
But not everyone is like those two individuals; most are people who pursue fame and fortune and indulge in extravagance.
My words today have surely offended these people terribly. I wonder, Xiao Zhao, what is your plan? Do you need our... help as well?"
Zhao Hao shook his head. "A way to deal with it? Uncles, you can only be a thief for a thousand days, not a thief for a thousand days."
If they're even slightly smart, they'll know they can't confront me head-on.
Otherwise, the Western Regions are lacking in Han Chinese immigrants!
Liu Yu seemed to realize something and quickly pressed for an answer.
"Could it be... that you, Little Zhao, also intend to exile these corrupt officials or powerful noble families in the future? Those families and royal families..."
“They are different. They are chickens used to scare the monkeys. And since they dare to lay a hand on my people and my businesses, I will let them know what I dare to do.”
The two nodded helplessly; it was indeed the case. If Zhao Hao had backed down even a step today, those self-righteous royalists would only have become more demanding and relentlessly pressured him.
When that time comes, if Zhao Hao loses power, the northern border will be embroiled in internal strife, and all the surrounding enemies in the south will surely attack him.
"Uncles, there's no need to worry. I won't go so far as to kill them all. Otherwise, with the Emperor making so many underhanded moves behind the scenes, what difficulty would it be for me to take a step forward if I wanted to?"
However, in this world today, all the feudal lords are independent and refuse to submit to the royal court. If it weren't for me, who knows how many people would have claimed the title of king or emperor. In that case, it would be the common people who would suffer.
In your spare time, I hope you two uncles can enter the palace and speak with the Emperor in detail, so that he can see firsthand how difficult the lives of these common people are. Don't let them deceive you again, only pursuing power and fame.
"Don't worry, as relatives, we will do the same. I didn't expect you to be so direct with us."
Zhao Hao smiled and said, "Even if I don't say it, aren't these things on your minds sooner or later? Rather than letting you guess, I'd rather tell you my own thoughts first."
Since my two uncles trust me, I naturally trust them in return.
By the way, within a certain clan, there is an uncle named Zhao Fan, whose pistol skills are no less than those of his cousin, Zilong.
Zilong also has an older sister named Zhao Yu. She is virtuous and kind, and both she and her brother are accomplished in both literature and martial arts.
"That Liu He is such a good-for-nothing, it's time to find him a wife and keep him in line!"
Liu Yu smiled knowingly, "Alright, I'll take that brat to present the betrothal gifts soon."
Zhao Hao nodded. "Uncle Chen, I've heard that the princess is still unmarried and has not yet found a suitable husband?"
King Chen sighed, "Yes...that girl always says there are very few people in the world who are good enough for her, and she's as stubborn as a bull..."
Zhao Hao thought for a moment, "In that case, why don't we wait until my cousin arrives in Jinyang and then take him to visit my uncle at his residence to see if the two of them are a good match? If the princess is not satisfied, I will not force her."
"That's fine then. If your cousin is really as outstanding as you say, I'll have gained a worthy son-in-law for free! Alright, let's not talk about these trivial matters today, let's drink!"
"Excellent! This humble one would like to offer a toast to you two uncles!"
...
Outside the long pavilion, along the ancient road.
Some people were overjoyed, marveling at the world's recovery.
Only Wu Song wore mourning clothes to see his brother off.
Under Zhao Hao's instructions, Wu Song personally killed everyone in the Zhong family, including the harlot who had killed his elder brother, one by one.
However, revenge is always empty. His elder brother's life could never be brought back.
"Jinglue, have those people all been sent out?"
Zhao Hao remained expressionless as he watched Wu Song's farewell procession.
"Young master, they've all been sent out. Those people..."
"I know, you mean those people are simply not suited to be spies, right?"
Wang Meng frowned slightly, unable to figure out what Zhao Hao was up to.
"The people Qin Hui, Yan Song, Yan Shifan, Zhao Gao, and Wei Zhongxian were not loyal to me."
People like them are only loyal to themselves, and their thoughts and desires are solely focused on fame and fortune.
Jinglue, do you think it would be a good thing or a bad thing if these people went to other places?
Wang Meng suddenly realized, "So, Young Master intends for these people to play their true selves, influencing the governance and development of other regions! However, if a ruthless and ambitious figure emerges, wouldn't that be aiding the enemy..."
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