xymnovel Chapter 167 The Qin Dynasty's Political Consultation!
Chapter 167 The Qin Dynasty's Political Consultation!
The girl trembled as she slowly raised her head to look into those eyes that were so close to hers.
"You won't die. None of you will die!"
Zhang Fan looked into her eyes and made a promise.
"You are safe now!"
"I assure you, everyone who has hurt you will come to justice!"
"I will make them pay the price!"
"So lift your head and tell me everything!"
"For yourself, and for those comrades who have already died!"
Perhaps it was Zhang Fan's gentle promise that finally gave the girl an outlet for her emotional breakdown.
She's cried enough!
He then spoke, his voice trembling.
"Yes! We...we were all captured from Shangdang County!"
Under Zhang Fan's persistent questioning, the girl recounted their ordeal.
Her voice wasn't loud, but everyone present could hear it clearly.
She was originally the daughter of a farmer in Shangdang County.
One day, “officials” came to the village, saying they wanted to select young boys and girls to send to Xianyang to enjoy a life of luxury.
Many parents believed it and sent their children abroad.
However, that was a road to hell.
They were detained in one place and eventually transported in a horse-drawn carriage.
If someone cries or makes a scene on the street, they will be severely beaten!
Several weak children died on the way to Xianyang, and their bodies were thrown into the wilderness.
"I came with more than twenty companions..."
"Now, only a few of us are left alive..."
The girl burst into tears.
"What about the other children?" Zhang Fan's voice turned cold.
"They're dead... so many are dead..."
The girl's eyes were vacant. "And some...were bought by wealthy families..."
"They said it was...to arrange a...ghost marriage for their son who died young!"
A ghost marriage!
Upon hearing those two words, the armored soldiers of the Black Ice Guard gripped their sword hilts in fury.
To bury the living with the dead is utterly inhumane!
Zhang Fan's expression could no longer be described as cold.
It was a deathly stillness.
He slowly closed his eyes, and when he opened them again, all that remained in his eyes was anger and murderous intent.
Wu Liang, the Wu family, and those other large families.
You guys deserve to die!
Zhang Fan slowly stood up, without looking at the women again.
He feared that if he looked at it any longer, he would lose control and rush into the palace, slamming the list directly onto the First Emperor's desk.
He took a deep breath and suppressed his murderous intent.
He turned around and said,
"Pass on my orders."
"yes!"
All the Black Ice Guards stood at attention, awaiting orders.
"First, immediately remove all the female victims from this place and find a safe and clean place. Ask the best doctors to treat them, comfort them, and ensure that they have enough to eat and wear. They must not be frightened in the slightest."
"Anything they need, they take directly from the Wu family's warehouse!"
"Second, thoroughly raid Meixiang Pavilion. Leave no stone unturned—no ledger, no letter, no secret compartment!"
"All those involved, from pimps to guests, have been detained and are being rigorously interrogated!"
"three!"
Zhang Fan paused, then looked in the direction of the palace.
"Send someone to the palace immediately to inform His Majesty!"
"I, Zhang Fan, request permission to speak on behalf of His Majesty, the Great Qin Dynasty, and all its people in the streets of Xianyang tomorrow morning!"
"To engage in political consultation?"
The centurion was taken aback.
"That's right!"
Zhang Fan's expression grew cold.
"A high platform was erected along the main road in the city, with a plaque that read—'The Great Qin Asks the Emperor to Govern!'"
"And this letter! Please deliver it to His Majesty for me!"
As Zhang Fan spoke, he pulled a warm envelope from his pocket.
The members of the Black Ice Guard were deeply shaken. They had a premonition that tomorrow's Xianyang City would be exceptionally exciting.
But they did not hesitate at all, and answered in unison:
"Yes, sir!"
immediately.
The members of Black Ice Platform immediately split up and set off.
Zhang Fan was the only one left in the secret room.
He looked at the girls being taken away, then at the headless corpse on the ground, and remained silent for a long time.
At this moment, a trusted armored soldier quietly approached and handed over a secret letter sealed with sealing wax:
"Immortal Master, this was sent by Young Master Fusu from Shangjun by express courier."
Zhang Fan took the letter and opened it.
The handwriting on the letter was strong and vigorous, and it was indeed written by Fusu.
The contents of the letter slightly softened Zhang Fan's cold expression.
Good news.
The coal mining work in the north is progressing exceptionally smoothly.
Following the plan of Bureau 749, Fusu used the remaining black powder for directional blasting!
They successfully blasted through the hard rock strata, found a huge coal seam, and greatly improved mining efficiency.
Meanwhile, the initial construction of the blast furnace steel plant is more than halfway complete.
Mo Feng and his Mo family are working day and night to conduct a small-scale theoretical steelmaking experiment!
It is expected that in about a week, we will see the first batch of real steel produced by the Qin Dynasty!
However, at the end of the letter, Fusu's words were filled with worry:
"Teacher, I've heard that you've begun a thorough investigation into the affairs of Shangdang County!"
"This case has far-reaching implications; with the teacher's swift and decisive actions, it will surely shake the government and the public!"
"However, the pressure from all sides in the court will surely overwhelm you, Teacher!"
"Teachers are caught in the crossfire; they must pay close attention to their own safety and absolutely cannot be careless!"
Zhang Fan slowly put away the letter, his expression softening slightly.
He raised his head and looked towards the distant north.
He murmured to himself, his voice so soft that only he could hear it:
"When the victory is achieved, this Xianyang can be enjoyed by whomever wants!"
He paused, a flash of murderous intent crossing his eyes.
"But before that... let's kill them all first!"
That's all.
Zhang Fan took out his phone and skillfully dialed Zhu Feng's number.
On the other end of the phone, Zhu Feng's calm voice came through:
"Comrade Zhang Fan! We will definitely do our utmost to help you!"
……
The next day, at the first light of dawn.
When the early risers of Xianyang opened their doors to begin their day's work, they were all surprised to find...
In the middle of the widest road in the city!
Overnight, a giant wooden platform several meters high appeared out of thin air!
On the high platform, a huge plaque stood against the wind, with four large characters written on it in a vigorous and elegant style:
Qin Dynasty Asks the Emperor to Advance His Political Acumen!
What is this?
Are we putting on a grand opera?
Or is there some new notice from the government?
Curious onlookers quickly gathered around, pointing and whispering among themselves at the platform.
The crowds grew larger and larger, quickly blocking the surrounding streets.
This scene.
It quickly spread to the mansions of powerful and wealthy people throughout Xianyang.
"What? The Qin Dynasty is asking questions about governance?"
"Who set up this stage? Who dares to be so bold?"
"Quick! Get the car ready! Let's go check it out!"
In an instant, carriages sped out from various mansions!
With servants clearing the way, they rushed to the scene in a great hurry.
The civil officials were filled with surprise and unease!
On the other hand, veteran military officers such as Meng Wu and Wang Ben reacted in a completely different way.
"Hahaha! Qin Dynasty's Consultation on Governance? Excellent! Excellent name!"
"Questioning the government, questioning the government—of course we're asking those empty-headed civil servants! Let's go! Let's see which blind fool is going to be in trouble!"
The military officers were overjoyed; what they were most happy to see was the civil officials suffer a setback.
One by one, they excitedly prepared their cars and called out to their friends and companions!
They weren't there to handle official business; it seemed more like they were there specifically to watch the spectacle.