EBE Chapter 209 Commander-in-Chief of the Embroidered Uniform Guard
Chapter 209 Commander-in-Chief of the Embroidered Uniform Guard
"It's been a long time since I've seen you, Grand Preceptor!"
"The Imperial Preceptor has been quite leisurely these past few days."
Before Tang Yu even arrived for court, a group of passing officials began unconsciously flattering the Imperial Advisor.
After all, regardless of which faction an official belongs to or what position they hold, Tang Yu may not know about others, but he must have some understanding of national affairs.
Because of this imperial advisor, Tang Yu, he held the power of life and death over the entire country.
You could even say he was the executive vice emperor of the Qin state.
You might not get away with pleasing others, but if you offend the Imperial Advisor, you're already on the path to your death!
This guy looks much kinder than His Majesty, but in reality he is even more cruel.
After all, at least someone will try to dissuade His Majesty from doing what he intends to do.
However, no one dared to offer any objection to what the Grand Preceptor Tang Yu was about to do!
Looking at the people around him who were greeting him, Tang Yu didn't actually recognize any of them.
However, out of politeness, Tang Yu replied to each of them.
Finally, looking at the few people he knew, Tang Yu came to Li Si's side and said.
"Is something important happening today? Why has His Majesty summoned me to court?"
Li Si remained silent after hearing Tang Yu's words.
In reality, he kept it in mind secretly.
At the same time, I felt that something big was definitely going to happen today.
Because His Majesty summoned Tang Yu to court.
Unless it's something major, His Majesty would never easily inform Mr. Tang.
It is clear that His Majesty will only call Mr. Tang when something truly important happens.
Since Mr. Tang has been notified today, this matter must be quite significant!
After Li Si shook his head and remained silent, Wang Jian also realized that something bad was going to happen today.
Both of them, old foxes, had their own thoughts and plans.
They were all speculating about what would happen today.
After all, the last time the Imperial Advisor Tang Yu attended court, he directly brought the Mohists to justice.
It should be noted that this was the Mohist school, which was at the height of its prestige among the Hundred Schools of Thought at the time and had no right to oppose them.
However, they were easily dealt with in front of Tang Yu, which shows just how powerful Tang Yu is.
"Please, esteemed ministers, enter the hall."
With a call from a eunuch, everyone slowly began to enter the shop.
Tang Yu looked at Ying Zheng's empty dragon throne, wondering what was going on today.
Just then, Ying Zheng came out.
Upon seeing the assembled ministers, he immediately began to speak.
"Do any of you ministers have something to report to the court today? If you have something to report, please do so. If you don't, then I have something to say."
The ministers exchanged glances, all feeling a little uneasy.
After all, the fact that Ying Zheng said this proves that something is about to happen in the Qin state today.
But they couldn't say exactly what happened.
But now no one feels secure, because even Confucianism has been overthrown, so how can they compare to Confucianism?
After thinking about it, none of them spoke.
They raised their heads, their eyes fixed on Ying Zheng, the meaning in their eyes all too clear.
Ying Zheng smiled, a smile that sent chills down Tang Yu's spine.
For some reason, a thought suddenly popped into Tang Yu's mind.
"Damn it, this is coming for me."
Although he didn't know why, Tang Yu knew that Ying Zheng was absolutely targeting him!
Otherwise, it would be impossible to laugh like that.
Looking at the group of ministers around him, Tang Yu really wanted to say something.
"Ouch, my stomach hurts. I'll walk for a bit."
However, he knew that this was, after all, a court session, not a class at home, and that trying to slip away under the pretense of needing to urinate was absolutely out of the question.
Tang Yu forcibly suppressed his panic and looked at Ying Zheng in front of him.
Under Tang Yu's angry gaze, Ying Zheng uttered words that sounded like those of a beast.
However, these words only chilled the hearts of these ministers even more than Tang Yu's.
"Gentlemen, although my Qin state has been established and has completed the unification."
"However, with the implementation of the prefecture-county system, we discovered many shortcomings in the Qin state."
"Now, in order to ensure that all officials can perform their duties and to prevent corruption, inaction, and other such situations from occurring, I have decided to appoint a brand-new agency. It is called the Embroidered Uniform Guard."
These Imperial Guards are all composed of the original Iron Eagle Swordsmen of my Qin Kingdom; each one is an elite force from the entire Qin Dynasty.
"Furthermore, the Embroidered Uniform Guard has the right to report directly to me, and at the same time, it has the right to execute first and report later in the local areas."
"This matter has been discussed with the Grand Preceptor. Starting today, the Embroidered Uniform Guard will be established, and the first commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard will be the Grand Preceptor Tang Yu."
As soon as Ying Zheng finished speaking, Tang Yu started cursing.
But before he could even curse, he saw many of the officials around him put on a show of changing their expressions.
Because it was said that the duty of the Embroidered Uniform Guard was to monitor all officials and to immediately report any illegal activities or content detrimental to the country to Ying Zheng.
Some people, once they sense something is wrong, will act first and report later, which is practically a death sentence for this group of people.
Many people become officials for fame and fortune, but fame and fortune are such things...
A certain level is enough, but some people are just not satisfied, and those who just changed their expressions were the ones who were satisfied.
Execute first, report later... and listen to the central government...
Yet another institution completely outside the control of local officials!
Your Majesty's ambition is blatantly obvious!
However, Li Si wholeheartedly agreed with this.
First of all, Li Si would never engage in corrupt practices such as embezzlement and accepting money; it's too low, and he wouldn't even look at it!
Although what he wanted was reputation, a good reputation.
However, he has his own methods and bottom line, and he scorns these things.
He discovered that it seemed that the ordinary officials, the secretary, the officials, and the Embroidered Uniform Guard could achieve a perfect system of checks and balances, forming a closed loop!
It seems he has nothing to worry about; the secretaries and officials unite to dominate one side, which is simply a perfect strategy.
Thinking of this, Li Si looked at Tang Yu with admiration.
As the head of all officials, he naturally had to lead them in expressing their support for the policy.
"Your Majesty is absolutely right. Your subject Li Si congratulates Grand Preceptor Tang Yu on becoming the First Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard of our Qin Kingdom."
"Congratulations, Grand Preceptor."
Hearing the endless flattery, Tang Yu felt no joy whatsoever; instead, he felt a wave of dizziness and nearly fainted.
This is bad news! Now that I have an official position, things are even more complicated!
However, this time, quite a few officials are preparing to retire and return to their hometowns.
Those who weren't planning to sue the group that had returned to their hometowns have already started trying to curry favor with Tang Yu.