kingly way

Chapter 32 Chapter 032 System Reform

Xiao Zhongming looked at Yingzhen, he picked up the wine and took a sip; silently looked into the distance, with a thoughtful expression;

"My younger brother really admires my elder brother's wisdom and mind. After the reunification of Kyushu, elder brother, you gave up the title of King Xing without hesitation, retired to the mountains and forests, and became an outsider. It seems that this is also the wise choice of elder brother."

Ying Zhen also looked into the distance, and said suddenly after being silent for a while.

"Brother, I am a savage in a mountain village. I am satisfied to be able to make meritorious deeds. Besides, although I resigned from the title of King Xing, I also brought a lot of gold, silver, jewelry and copper coins with me. These are enough for my retirement. How many people can get this treatment? What more can I ask for?" Xiao Zhongming said with a faint smile;
"Second brother, although I am the king of the vassal states and have independent power, I am still a minister of the Xu Kingdom after all. I must dispel the suspicion of the king and act carefully so as not to be plotted by villains. The incident of King Ji is a warning to me. " Ying Zhen said.

"Second brother, what do you think of the reform of the abolition of the feudal vassal system?"

Xiao Zhongming looked at Ying Zhen and asked;

"My brother Yu feels that the reform of the abolition of the feudal vassal system has violated the interests of the lords of Kyushu. The lords of Kyushu and some ministers in the court are trying their best to obstruct the reform of the system. There are not many people in the court who really support the king. " Ying Zhen said;
"Well, the abolition of the system of feudal vassals is actually a battle of interests between the monarch and his subjects. Although the king has the right to win, if the ministers of the court and China are united, the power should not be underestimated." Xiao Zhongming said;

"Yes, although the king seems to have absolute power now, the princes and kings are also outstanding in military exploits, and their power should not be underestimated. The reform of the system is not an easy task. What's more, there are still a small number of people watching the excitement , to create chaos." Ying Zhen said in a low voice.

"Well, the princes and kings have distinguished military exploits and powerful forces, and this is also a heart problem of the king." Xiao Zhongming said;

"Your Majesty is worried that the vassal states have their own territories, and have relatively independent land management, administrative and military power, but the Majesty has no direct power in the vassal territories, and is worried that local separatist forces will form. It will be detrimental to the foundation of future generations." Ying Zhen said again;

"Only by weakening the power of the princes can we change this situation. Therefore, my eldest brother is unwilling to join this kind of battle for power and profit. Since you don't have to worry about old age, why not travel to the mountains and rivers to practice skills in order to live a long life and be happy and pure." Xiao Zhongming looked at Ying Zhen Say.

"Although the vassals have certain powers, each vassal is a servant of the king, and everyone still has to obey the orders of the emperor; although we have some powers, we also have to pay tribute regularly, provide military taxes and labor, Maintain the safety of Kyushu." Ying Zhen said.

"That's what I said, but if you think about it carefully, second brother, the princes enjoy independent power and hereditary rule in their feudal countries. Everyone is born with desires and ambitions. Some princes will become stronger and stronger over time. Yes, the ambitions of some princes and kings have been exposed. Once a strong country merges with a weak country and a strong country among the princes, the authority of the king will gradually be weakened. If they cannot be controlled, the powerful will form a confrontation with the king. , then Kyushu will split again." Xiao Zhongming said.

"Well, the king should be worried about these problems, so he wants to reform, weaken the power of the princes, stabilize his own foundation, and realize the long-term rule of the Jin family in Kyushu."

Ying Zhen nodded and said;
"Well, everyone knows that this is the main reason why the king wants to carry out the reform of the enfeoffment system, but who wants to hurt his own interests, the king wants to implement the system reform because he is worried that his interests will be divided. Second brother, do you support the reform of the enfeoffment system? "Xiao Zhongming asked suddenly.

"As a subject, the power belongs to the king, and we should fulfill our obligations. I still think that the second brother should support the king in carrying out reforms." Ying Zhen looked at Xiao Zhongming and said.

"Okay, the second brother has a very good mentality and is loyal to the king, so the elder brother is relieved, but after the reform, many of the power and interests of the second brother will be weakened. Does the second brother not care at all?" Xiao Zhongming asked.

"Every reform will violate the interests of some people. Whether we care about it or not, as subjects, we can only obey." Ying Zhen said;
"Although the truth is so, everyone still focuses on their own interests. Who is willing to lose their own interests, just like I see through it." Xiao Zhongming said;

"But the second brother thinks one thing deserves our attention." Ying Zhen suddenly lowered his voice and said.

"What's the matter?" Xiao Zhongming asked.

"These killers are all highly skilled in martial arts, and they are dead fighters who regard death as home. Second brother, I suspect that the people behind them are definitely not simple people." Ying Zhen said.

"Well! According to my elder brother, the king of Ji Kingdom should be framed by others. Maybe this is just the beginning of a conspiracy! But who is the mastermind behind it? Even though I am no longer interested in politics, elder brother, I am quite curious about this matter." " Xiao Zhongming said with a smile.

"Second brother still feels that the conspiracy had already started when Mr. Fan was imprisoned. It's just that this person's power is absolutely extraordinary, and he is in the dark, but I am in the open. I am very passive. Although the second brother, I don't fight for power with others. , but still have to take precautions so as not to be affected.” Ying Zhen said.

"Second brother, you said that the matter of King Ji is a situation arranged by the king himself. Will he use this to make an example to the monkeys and warn those ministers and princes who oppose the reform, so as to promote his system reform? If so Second brother should be more careful." Xiao Zhongming said in a low voice.

"There is no evidence at present. But who can enter the palace and assassinate the king?" Ying Zhen also said in a low voice.

"Ji Guo is dead, and all the heroes in the world are fighting for the king, and the heroes have made great achievements; if the matter is started by the king, I am worried that it will affect you two brothers. After all, you are still relatively strong in terms of strength and power. , If the king is afraid of affecting his foundation, he will definitely be disadvantageous to you. This is also the main purpose of my going down the mountain this time, brother." Xiao Zhongming continued in a low voice.

"What the king wants to get rid of is dissidents. We are content with the status quo, we are content with ourselves, and we are supporting the system reform of the king. Presumably the king will not do anything to us." Ying Zhen said with a slight smile;
"Second brother, people's hearts are unpredictable. You are too kind. You always judge others with your own kindness. This mentality is not good for you after all! Especially in political struggles. Eldest brother still advises second brother to make another plan Just in case." Xiao Zhongming looked at Ying Zhen and said;

'It turns out that political struggle is so sinister. Ying Luo thought about it.

"Make another plan? What does your brother say?" Ying Zhen asked;

"As soon as it is absolutely necessary, you and the third brother..."

Xiao Zhongming smiled and didn't go on, he knew that Yingzhen already understood what he meant;

"This...how is it possible?"

Ying Zhen understood the meaning of Xiao Zhongming's words, with a frightened expression on his face, he hurriedly said;
"Do you want to resign like eldest brother and quit, or you have to prepare for the worst; you two brothers must be united, at least with your current strength, the king will definitely be afraid of you, and dare not treat you casually." You are disadvantaged." Xiao Zhongming said;

"Haha... We and the third brother are brothers, if we are not united, who else can we be united with?" Ying Zhen said with a sudden smile;

"I don't worry about your elder brother. I'm most worried about the third brother. I'm worried that he will become arrogant because of his great achievements. I'm most worried that he won't take you, the second brother, seriously." Xiao Zhongming looked at Ying Zhen and said.

(End of this chapter)