novelhk Chapter 169 The Great Changes in the Star Luo
Chapter 169 The Great Changes in the Star Luo
Chapter 169 The Great Changes in the Star Luo
Xu Jiawei was present at the competition, but only for the first day of the preliminary rounds. He then gave Dai Hao and the other nobles a break, and didn't deliberately make things difficult for those who came to watch. However, things were a different story for those who didn't come.
Thunder and rain, all are the emperor's grace.
Since some people don't want the rain and dew, let's use thunder and lightning. Now that the evidence is collected, it's time to send someone to properly clean up this bunch of parasitic scum.
Evening, Imperial Study.
Xu Jiawei stood at the window, overlooking the bustling and tranquil Xingluo City outside the imperial city.
Behind him stood a group of cabinet ministers and royal retainers, all with solemn expressions, standing quietly and awaiting Xu Jiawei's instructions.
Xu Jiawei sighed softly, turned his gaze away from the window, looked around, placed a secret letter on the table, and said in a deep voice, "You can pass it around and read it yourselves."
The cabinet ministers and their advisors gathered around and began to look at the documents one by one. The more they looked, the worse their expressions became, and the more cold sweat they broke out. In the end, all the ministers froze on the spot.
After a long while, an old man stepped forward from among the offerings. He said in a firm tone, "I, Shattered Star, am willing to lead the team to personally clean up these traitors!"
Upon hearing his words, all the retainers nodded, indicating their willingness to accept the order and personally lead the team to deal with these traitors who were in league with the Sun and Moon Empire.
There were indeed dukes and marquises among the cabinet ministers who openly betrayed the country, but at this moment, the evidence was conclusive. Xu Jiawei openly handed over the secret letter to them for reading. If he were to speak up for these people, he would probably lose his life first.
They had no choice but to support the worshippers' proposals; even saying a few soft words could lead to their immediate death.
"We are deeply grieved by this and would never dare to offer any advice without authorization. However, such treasonous acts must not be tolerated and must be severely punished!"
Xu Jiawei glanced at the group of people. These seemingly respectable people were now trembling with fear as they betrayed the dukes and marquises they had colluded with, showing no favoritism whatsoever, and expressing their loyalty to have them executed.
That's really funny!
"Since you have all expressed your determination, I will say no more. Ministers, please work overtime in the palace tonight. Help me clearly list out all the crimes committed by these traitors, and then submit them to me for review. If it is suitable, I will issue an imperial edict to announce it to the world; if not, you will revise it to suit me in the palace!"
Upon hearing this, all the cabinet ministers were filled with gratitude and accepted the decree, following the palace eunuchs to the secluded pavilion to begin work.
After the group left, Xu Jiawei smiled at the retainers and said gently, "I entrust this matter to you all. The Imperial Guards will be led by you, and I only ask that the mission be carried out smoothly. I have only one request: regardless of whether they live or die, confiscate their property and exterminate their entire clan."
This Star Luo Emperor spoke the harshest words in the gentlest tone.
Many of the elderly people here watched Xu Jiawei grow up, and they know all too well that Xu Jiawei is truly enraged this time.
"Your Majesty, what are you saying? We are honored by the royal family and it is our duty to protect the royal family and the country."
"You're too kind, esteemed guests. It is the empire's fortune to have you all protecting it. I won't say any more words; when you return victorious, Jiu Jiu and I will host a grand banquet for you!"
"This old minister obeys!"
White Tiger Duke's Mansion.
Dai Hao was reviewing confidential military correspondence in his study.
This was just delivered by the White Tiger Guards last night. Even though Xu Jiawei is keeping him until the end of the competition before he returns to the barracks, Dai Hao has no intention of giving himself a break. He knows very well that the White Tiger Duke's Mansion is currently in grave danger. If the Northwest Army Group is out of the picture, Xu Jiawei is very likely to take action against them.
For this reason, he would use the White Tiger Guards to remotely control the entire Northwest Army Group for all daily decisions within the camp.
"Knock knock!"
Just as Dai Hao was frowning as he reviewed the confidential letter in his hand, someone knocked on the door of his study, interrupting his thoughts.
He looked up at the time; it was already eight in the morning. Dai Hao had actually stayed in the study all night.
Dai Hao rubbed his eyes and said in a deep voice, "Come in."
The study door opened gently, and Dai Yueheng walked in calmly. After bowing respectfully, he said, "Father, your son has come to pay his respects. Mother knows that you haven't had breakfast yet, so she specially sent me to bring it to you."
As he spoke, Dai Yueheng took two steps to the side, revealing the maid pushing the food cart behind him.
Dai Hao glanced at Dai Yueheng and then said to the maid, "Bring the breakfast over here. I'll eat in the study."
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"Yes, sir." A maid with an ordinary appearance carefully pushed the food cart over and stopped it half a meter away from Dai Hao.
Then, Dai Hao waved his hand lightly, and the maid bowed and quietly left the study, leaving only Dai Hao and his son Dai Yueheng.
Dai Hao left Dai Yueheng aside and ate his breakfast. He ate quickly, after all, he had been in the military for many years and couldn't eat slowly. But even so, Dai Hao's eating manners were still neat and efficient, without the slightest hint of rudeness.
After finishing his meal, Dai Hao put the tray back on the food cart before looking back at Dai Yaoheng.
At this moment, Dai Yueheng remained calm, without impatience or doubt, and on the surface, he did indeed appear to be a noble young man who was unperturbed by honor or disgrace.
Dai Hao frowned and said in a deep voice, "In this matter, Hua Bin is the principal offender, and you are an accomplice. But you knew that what he wanted to do could not succeed, yet you still allowed him to commit such a serious mistake. This is a dereliction of duty as an elder brother! Of course, I know what you think. I also know what Hua Bin thinks."
"It's all for my current title, and for the power of being the head of the White Tiger Duke's Mansion."
"But you should also understand! I can tolerate your healthy competition, encouraging each other to strive harder! But I will never tolerate you using these underhanded tactics to harm your own brothers!"
"Yueheng! I placed my greatest hopes on you, but how did you show me? The Shrek Academy connection is the trump card that will ensure the continuation of my White Tiger lineage at the most crucial moment! With both of you expelled from school, how can this relationship be maintained?"
"Dai Huabin is young and doesn't know his place! Are you, Dai Yueheng, going to join in this nonsense? Do you even know what that person in Xingluo City is thinking right now?"
Dai Yueheng lowered his head, not daring to reply. He knew very well that this whole affair was purely because Huo Yuhao's third soul skill had created an illusion that had stirred up the deepest anger within him.
When the fire deep within him was ignited, he couldn't control his emotions at all when he met Dai Huabin again.
Now that the die is cast, Dai Yueheng only hopes that his father can calm down and give him another chance.
Seeing that Dai Yueheng remained silent, Dai Hao continued, "That man is already targeting the dukes who have been granted fiefdoms. I'm lucky this time, I'll probably escape this time, but what about later? Yueheng! You're the eldest son of the family. If you don't live up to expectations, who will lead the White Tiger Duke's Mansion in the future?"
"You need to seriously reflect on your actions! Don't be so willful and reckless again!"
"Yes, Father."
"Alright, you can go now."
"Yes."
"Knock knock!" Just as Dai Yueheng was about to leave, the door to the study rang again.