In a chaotic world, border soldiers begin their journey by enlisting in the army and getting married

Through Qin Ming's explanation, Chen Shan gained a better understanding of the situation of the ancient Qin Dynasty.

In general, prosperity inevitably leads to decline. Furthermore, the corruption of civil officials left the dynasty with no resources to sustain itself, and with the royal family gradually becoming a figurehead, everything became a foregone conclusion.

"So what are you trying to convey?"

Chen Shan looked on with curiosity.

In short, the fall of the Qin Dynasty was not much different from other dynasties in history.

It was half the royal family's self-destructive behavior and half the civil officials' troublemaking.

Chen Shan finally understood why the emperor at the end of the Ming Dynasty said that all civil officials could be killed.

"The ideal is unification. Now, with the seven kingdoms divided and the abolition of ancient Qin script and everything else, each kingdom has its own ideology. How can the world possibly be at peace if things continue like this?"

"General Chen may think I'm being too grand, but as his successor, this is all I can do."

Qin Ming spoke with great sincerity.

Chen Shan had figured it out; what he really wanted was to unify the seven kingdoms, so that no matter who ultimately unified them, the ideas and systems of the ancient Qin Dynasty would still be passed down.

"The idea is good, but this kind of thing can't be done in a year or two."

"I can agree to that, but we need to be clear about the differences in benefits."

"Furthermore, don't even think about using me as a pawn. If I become unhappy, you won't be able to afford the consequences of overturning the table."

Chen Shan's words were concise and to the point.

Qin Ming understood as well.

This man may appear to be just a Left Commander, but he is actually quite capable. It seems he even possesses hidden influence and influence.

"General Chen, rest assured."

The two agreed that Chen Shan's approach would be extremely simple.

With the academy still in place, and with the prime minister's faction now fallen, the court can completely abandon the recommendation system and fully implement the imperial examination system.

Although there were still aristocratic clans who opposed it, they could be suppressed by absolutely forceful means, and these aristocratic clans had no choice but to compromise.

After all, they were just rich, and there was no comparison between them and the imperial court, which truly controlled the army.

A few days later, the Xia Kingdom issued an edict, completely canceling the marriage alliance with the Qing Kingdom and declaring war on all fronts!

In addition, the imperial examination system was implemented, and academies were established in various cities and prefectures to recruit students from all over the country.

The Xia Kingdom also saw a surge in reading.

Of course, this was not a reading craze to cultivate pedantic scholars; it also included military academies, craftsmanship, and other related fields.

The textbooks Chen Shan gave Xu Sijing were also reorganized by her to make them easier for students of today to understand and absorb.

Of course, this will also take time.

In the following period, Chen Shan, with the help of the system's rewards and the assistance of his wives, managed to get these things moving smoothly.

The widespread adoption and use of concrete brought about tremendous changes to Xia Guo in just one and a half years.

During this period, Chen Shan also recaptured Beiyan Mountain. With the help of the reorganized army, the Trapped Camp, and the Red Battalion, he successfully recovered the territory of the Xia Kingdom.

The delicate balance among the seven kingdoms is gradually being broken.

at this time.

The capital city, the Five Military Commands.

Chen Shan was bored out of his mind. Now the Governor's Mansion didn't need him to worry about anything, and all his brothers were already working in the Governor's Mansion, along with Xiao Zhen and the others.

They can handle many things well.

"Chen Shan, His Majesty has issued a decree."

Nan Tu Rou entered the hall.

Seeing Chen Shan's carefree appearance, he was immediately furious. Ever since he recaptured Beiyan Mountain, this guy has been neglecting everything.

He spends all his time tending to his wives and ignores everything else.

"An imperial decree? What for? Are we going to go to war again?"

"Can't Your Highness also lead troops?"

As Chen Shan yawned, Nan Tu Rou immediately stepped forward and grabbed Chen Shan's ear.

"My father is at the age where he can enjoy his retirement. Are you really planning to let him go out and cause trouble?"

"Besides, this isn't a military expedition."

"His Majesty has said that you will be promoted to Grand Commander of the Five Armies Commandery, a rank of second grade."

"At the same time, His Majesty adopted your suggestion and abolished the position of prime minister, instead establishing a cabinet, and you will also join the cabinet."

After Nan Tu Rou finished speaking, Chen Shan was somewhat taken aback.

"So sudden?"

"She really can't stand seeing me idle."

"Fine, as long as they give me a salary, that's fine."

Chen Shan did not refuse. Although Wang Xiaoya's business had grown bigger and bigger over the past year, and the Chen family was now extremely wealthy, making them one of the richest families in Xia Kingdom.

However, even so, Chen Shan did not engage in various monopolies like those aristocratic clans.

"You're getting lazier and lazier."

"I heard that Sister Ruyu is pregnant?"

Nan Tu Rou asked, her face showing a hint of melancholy.

Nan Tu Rou's favorability rating had already reached the level required for acceptance, but because of Nan Tu Wang, a doting father, the two had not taken their relationship any further.

"Well, over the past few years, things have finally come to a conclusion."

"What? Does the princess also want to have my child?"

Chen Shan teased Nan Tu Rou, but as soon as he finished speaking, he was immediately met with a glare from Nan Tu Rou.

"Hmph, you can't even handle my father."

"If you're so capable, go and talk to my father."

After Nan Tu Rou finished speaking, she turned around and left angrily.

Clearly, they were not very satisfied with Chen Shan's performance.

Hearing this, Chen Shan felt quite helpless; there was nothing he could do.

After all, the timing wasn't right.

Getting the Southern King to agree is no easy task.

However, now that his official rank has been promoted, Chen Shan has complete control of the Five Armies Commandery. It's just a matter of what Huangfu Zhaoxue is thinking.

After all, every time they met, Chen Shan would reprimand her, and rumors even began to circulate among officials that Chen Shan was the emperor's tutor.

But Huangfu Zhaoxue doesn't get angry; every time she scolds someone, her favorability towards her increases by a little.

It won't be long before they all reach 80 points of favorability.

"It seems we can reform the Xia army and policies. This cabinet will make it easier to implement the ancient Qin system."

With this identity, Chen Shan and Qin Ming could work together from the inside and outside.

Of course, Chen Shan did not hide this matter from the Southern King and the Emperor.

The reform of the imperial court was a major event in itself, and Chen Shan did more than just strengthen the army; he also made significant contributions to domestic affairs.

Moreover, with the academy training and providing talent, the Xia Kingdom has made great progress in all aspects, especially in mechanical arts, and even seems to be catching up with the Mo Kingdom.

Once the Xia Kingdom has fully developed and stabilized, it will inevitably embark on the path of sweeping across the six other kingdoms!

Chen Shan wants to develop his family. Rather than making it the strongest family in a country, he should make it the strongest family in a unified dynasty!

With Chen Shan's assistance, the Xia Kingdom grew stronger and stronger, and finally began its northern expedition against the Qing Kingdom!