Sheng Fu

Bai Xiaowei immediately replied, "The Cabinet is willing to do its utmost to ensure the smooth implementation of the new policy!"

Yang Yu questioned, "With the cabinet's full assistance, there have been no disturbances. May I ask, Your Excellency, how confident are you that there will be no disturbances?"

"Once the new policy is implemented, it will have many impacts. Although it will benefit the people, it will not benefit the civil and military officials. At that time, every move they make will be subject to many constraints. During the great struggle, the most taboo thing is to divide power. Does Your Excellency not understand this principle?"

Bai Xiaowei frowned slightly, and without his noticing, he gathered his energy into a blade.

Seeing this, Yang Yu snorted coldly and said, "I was just offering a suggestion. Does the Prime Minister think that what I said is unpleasant and want to kill me?"

"My life or death is of little importance, but if it chills the hearts of the soldiers and the ministers, chaos will ensue. I wonder if, at that time, your sword will still be sharp?"

Yang Yu was not afraid at all.

Seeing this, the emperor smiled helplessly and said, "My dear minister, when discussing politics, one should be calm and composed to avoid being unfair."

Bai Xiaowei then gave up, but couldn't think of a better excuse for a while.

Ji Jian glanced at Yang Yu and sighed inwardly, thinking how brave she was. Yang Yu's left ear had been cut off by Bai Xiaowei, but she still looked as charming as ever when facing Bai Xiaowei.

Ji Jian also reiterated his advice: "The new policy does indeed have many benefits, conforming to the principles of humanism and appeasing the hearts of the people."

"It is truly the foundation of humanity's great and lasting legacy."

"But there are some things I must say."

"But after I say it out loud, I'm afraid many people will be unhappy."

"But after thinking it over, I think it's best to speak out for the sake of the future of humanity."

A ruthless glint flashed deep in the Emperor's eyes, but he feigned nonchalance and said, "Please speak freely, my dear minister."

Ji Jian looked at the assembled officials, giving Bai Xiaowei and Yuwen Jun special attention, before slowly saying, "The root of the new policies is to create an era of equality, which will undoubtedly be of great benefit to the people."

"In times of great contention, the strong survive and the weak perish. And even in times of no great contention, the laws of the world are nothing more than natural selection and survival of the fittest."

"Kings, nobles, generals, and ministers can bring peace to the people and can wear armor and wield weapons to fight against foreign enemies."

"And from now on, we are destined to face countless battles of blood and fire."

"May I ask you all, in this era, if the people are given more power, what can they do?"

"Are they capable of taking up arms and going to the battlefield to fight?"

"Can tens of thousands of people gathered together withstand a single, light sword strike from a young god general?"

"If, at this critical juncture, officials and powerful figures voluntarily reduce their profits for the common people, can the people bear the consequences?"

"The soldiers are fully armed and ready to fight, and the civil officials are wholeheartedly assisting them. This is in accordance with the natural order and is the way of the king. But if we turn the priorities upside down now, what will the soldiers think? What will the civil officials think?"

"Can they still focus their energy on dealing with external enemies?"

"It is understandable to do what is right for the people, but we cannot break the existing living conditions at this critical juncture, so as to cause even greater chaos."

"In this great battle, do we humans still want to win?"

Ji Jian was calm and composed, and spoke softly. Every word he uttered made the old forces nod in agreement. Even Yuwen Jun and the others felt a sense of helplessness upon hearing his words.

Yes, what can ordinary people do?
Throughout history, history has been created by kings, nobles, generals, and ministers, while ordinary people have always followed the crowd.

Seeing that everyone was silent, Han Jing subconsciously added fuel to the fire by saying, "Before the new policies, the internal political order of the human race was stable. Now that new policies have been introduced, they will inevitably shake the original interest structure. Once the original interest structure is shaken, new turmoil will naturally occur."

"So, in the end, what is the significance of the new policy?"

“I admit that the new policy is a good thing, but this good thing should not have appeared in this sensitive era.”

"In a world in turmoil, we talk not of benevolence and righteousness, but only of survival. Only after survival is secured can we emulate the sages and practice morality and righteousness. Everything must have an order."

After saying this, Han Jing subconsciously took a step back because he noticed that Yuwen Jun's expression was very bad. He was also really afraid that Yuwen Jun would punch him in the heart in a fit of anger.

Just when everyone was at a loss, Qiu Qing stepped forward.

The Prime Minister did not bow to His Majesty the Emperor, but instead went to the very center of the hall and faced the assembled officials alone.

Upon seeing this scene, the Emperor frowned deeply, not because Qiu Qing had not performed the proper etiquette between ruler and subject, but because he saw the resolute determination in Qiu Qing's eyes, as if she were facing death.

Qiu Qing glanced at the assembled officials in the imperial court and sneered, "In the end, isn't it all about trying to stop the new policies?"

"I'm afraid that once the new policy is implemented, it will affect the benefits of those who have already benefited."

"At the same time, the human race's kingdom and society still have to rely on the vested interests to support and maintain them."

"What kind of logic is this!"

Ji Jian, Yang Yu, Han Jing, Wang Heng and others gradually became serious.

The Prime Minister's aura grew increasingly powerful, like a millennia-old volcano about to erupt.

Qiu Qing said, "The Demon Clan has established a cabinet to supervise all officials. The policies of the Demon Realm are similar to the current new policies. However, the Demon Realm's national strength is still strong. Even though the Demon Lord is in a deep sleep, he is still the number one in the world."

"In order to hold an absolutely fair imperial examination, the God Emperor sent the Sima and Sun families to the battlefield to die. Wasn't his purpose to unite the people of the divine realm?"

"Even the Demon Realm is now implementing new policies and revitalizing its national destiny."

"Even the Spirit Race has begun to implement new policies on a small scale to appease the people and consolidate national strength."

"The other four races are all like this, so why can't our human race have some courage?"

Upon hearing this, the court officials either lowered their heads and remained silent, or were pondering how to refute the statement.

Ji Jian remained as steady as Mount Tai and said, "The Demon Realm has already rebuilt its order, so it can naturally implement new policies. The Divine Realm and the Demon Realm have deep-rooted internal affairs, so they only need to make appropriate adjustments. As for our human race, if we want to change the world overnight, has the Prime Minister ever estimated the magnitude of the backlash?"

Qiu Qing snorted coldly and said, "You simply think the common people are useless, weak, and unable to rewrite history. You are even less willing to give back to the people."

"But now, we're only asking you to make concessions, not sending you to your deaths!"

"Does maintaining order necessarily mean sacrificing the opportunities of the majority? How is that any different from being a beast!"

"Furthermore, if the new policies are not implemented, as the other four races grow stronger day by day, our human race will be gradually devoured, until we are completely reduced to fish on the chopping block."

"If we get to that point, let alone implementing the new policies, you'll be lucky if you can keep your heads from rolling."

Ji Jian took a deep breath and said solemnly, "But it hasn't come to that point yet. At least for the Demon Realm, it has taken countless centuries to recover its national strength."

"The gods and demons are locked in a struggle, while the humans and spirits are allied. We still have enormous strategic space."

"I didn't say we shouldn't implement the new policy, but rather that it's not appropriate to implement it right now."

Qiu Qing immediately stepped forward, glaring at him angrily, and said, "If it's not suitable now, will it be suitable later?"

"Given the current situation, new policies are still slow to be implemented, so who can say what will happen in the future?"

"Or do you think that the new shoots reaching up the old city walls are treasonous and destined to be eradicated?"

"If we remain so closed-minded, treacherous, and cunning, when will our human race ever be able to flourish and dominate the world?"

In everyone's memory, this should be the first time that Lord Qiuqing lost his temper in the Golden Palace.

The Prime Minister's imposing manner made him seem unfamiliar to everyone.

Yuwen Jun had always thought Qiu Qing was frail, but at this moment, Yuwen Jun felt that Qiu Qing's figure was extremely majestic.

Qiu Qing's imposing aura was like a raging tide, and Ji Jian was slightly taken aback, subconsciously taking two steps back.

Not a single official in the entire court dared to confront Qiu Qing.

Qiu Qing turned to look at the Emperor. This time, he did not bow. He said in a deep voice, "I have explained the rights and wrongs, the benefits and the harms. I humbly request Your Majesty to issue an edict to implement the new policies, to fulfill the wishes of the people, and to establish a foundation for all generations."

The emperor's eyes flashed like lightning, and he was about to issue a decree.

Then they saw Ji Jian and the others kowtow to the ground at the same time, shouting, "Your Majesty, please reconsider!"

Upon seeing this, Qiu Qing instantly flew into a rage and said, "Hmph, I saw your true colors clearly many years ago."

"But times have changed. Do you think you can quell the war and bring peace to the world?"

"Do you think you're the only ones with countless disciples and old friends in the army?!"

Yuwen Jun and Pu Weiqing's eyes gradually reddened, their fighting spirit soaring.

Qiu Qing turned around and faced His Majesty the Emperor again, shouting loudly, "Your Majesty, please issue a decree!"

The Emperor hesitated for a moment, and at that moment, Yuwen Jun, Bai Xiaowei, and the others bowed deeply and shouted, "Please issue the decree, Your Majesty!"

The Emperor suddenly took a deep breath and said, "The new policies shall be implemented immediately!"

Upon hearing this, Ji Jian and the others' expressions immediately turned extremely grim. Ji Jian said in a deep voice, "If His Majesty withdraws the decree now, the situation can still be reversed. If he insists on going his own way, I fear the situation will spiral out of control, and a great disaster will befall us!"

Upon hearing this, Qiu Qing strode up to Ji Jian, kicked him hard on the head, and shouted, "If you hadn't done this intentionally, how could such a disaster be about to befall you?"

Ji Jian's face immediately turned ashen, and he managed to suppress the immense true energy that was about to erupt within him.

"Your Excellency, have you considered the consequences of your willful actions?" Ji Jian asked solemnly.

Qiu Qing laughed loudly and said, "Do you think you're the only loyal, good, and virtuous minister?"

"Does the great human race really have to struggle to move forward without powerful clans?"

"Are all the people in this land just clay chickens and earthen dogs?"

Ji Jian gritted his teeth and was about to speak when Qiu Qing kicked him on the head and cursed, "With your narrow-mindedness, you dare to call yourself the dean of Nanling Academy!"

Qiu Qing turned around abruptly, her gaze icy as she stared at the Emperor, and declared loudly, "I have something to say from the bottom of my heart, and I must say it!"

The Emperor was also taken aback by Qiu Qing's imposing aura. His powerful voice, tinged with a hint of weakness, rang out as he said in a deep voice, "Please speak, Prime Minister."

Qiu Qing shouted angrily, "The monarch may perish, but the empire must not be abandoned!"

"Today, Qiu Qing forced His Majesty to implement the new policies, offending countless powerful and influential families."

"I only wish that Qiu Qing's death could bring peace to all things!"

"Qiu Qing, farewell!"

At that moment, the Emperor's eyes widened.

Yuwen Jun, Pu Weiqing, Bai Xiaowei, Xie Yiming and the others quickly reached out towards Qiu Qing, raising their true essence to its peak, wishing they could cross the river of time, reverse yin and yang, and seize this old and majestic figure.

puff!
The Prime Minister exploded and died instantly, his blood staining the Golden Palace.

Upon seeing this, Yuwen Jun's eyes turned bloodshot, and he cried out in deep sorrow, "Prime Minister..."

Pu Weiqing was stunned, staring in disbelief at the bloodstains around the main hall, muttering, "How could it be the Blazing Sun Pill..."

The Emperor's pupils were bloodshot like a spiderweb as he roared, "Implement the new policies! Anyone who objects again will have their entire family executed!"

"My dear minister, why be so resolute!"

"The world is vast, why can't it accommodate my Prime Minister!" (End of Chapter)