Chapter 63: Frightened

What he had, wasnt just a good layer of skin, but also a sufficiently intelligent head, and an excellent body, blessed by the heavens on all aspects. Thus, regardless whether it was in academics or in marital arts, he was always the best amongst all the princes. The things he should learn, in his past life, he all learned, thus suffering from deceit and schemes. However, these things also made him become the final winner in the end. Although he didnt win perfectly, yet in just a few years time, his abilities were comparable to the most brilliant monarch in history equally. Moreover, he sat on that position for nearly twenty years. Governmental affairs to him was really just as easy as eating and drinking.

His temper wasnt good, this bit can be said to be a naturally born trait. Just in his past life, he learned to control it at an early age. Afterwards, because of those unforeseen events, he thoroughly let loose his natural tendencies. Thus, although he was the sagely ruler in the eyes of the commoners, in the eyes of the officials, he was a through and through tyrant. An Emperor that raided homes and confiscated possessions, a ruler that exterminated entire clans, too many people were killed, especially for the sake of

That moment when everything reseted, he no longer learned those things he learned before. Towards his imperial father, he also no longer admired nor held hopes for, and he further didnt restrain his own temper anymore. Since theres someone thats willing to s.h.i.+eld him, he naturally cant let him be disappointed, right? Doing as he pleased, if happy, sort you out once, if not happy, sort you out again.

You sure raised a good son.

While Qin Tian Mings thoughts were in a mess, Li Hong Yuan suddenly spoke.

Qin Tian Ming blanked, momentarily unable to determine whether Li Hong Yuan was stating the truth or making a sarcastic remark. Asking for w.a.n.gye to clearly explain. He may not necessarily be able to guess it. Thus, he might as well just directly ask, so as to avoid tiring himself out even more.

Qin Tian Ming, youre a smart person, and your abilities in other areas are also pretty good, but unfortunately, in the aspect of educating your children, youre still quite lacking. This is exactly the so called, to raise but not teach is the err of the father. If its because youre busy with your official business and dont have the time to educate them well, this prince doesnt mind letting you take a long vacation. Whenever you have them taught properly, is when you can return. Li Hong Yuan lifted the tea and used the lid to stroke the tea, but didnt drink it, instead placing it back down, making a light crisp sound.

Qin Tian Ming knew, Jin Qinw.a.n.g wasnt joking. If hes able to say it out loud, then hes able to do it. He perhaps cant directly remove his official hat, and even if he could, he wouldnt do this either. Jin Qinw.a.n.g usually excelled at lending strength and sowing discord. Guan Jun Marquis Manor although similarly glorious, but, if he were to lose his position as the Left Commander-in-Chief, the Guan Jun Marquis Manor will certainly drop a thousand feet in one fall, and his branch will inevitably suffer the most severe blow. After all, in the early years, he and his old mans relations.h.i.+p wasnt that good, nearly cutting all ties. To have come to this point today, on his hands werent just the blood of his enemies on the battlefield. Right now, the Guan Jun Marquis Manor appeared warm and harmonious, and his father also regarded him exceptionally, though he was only eyeing the power in his hands. Everyone all thought that for the sake of reputation, he compromised with his father. However, if it was really like that, then he wouldnt have secretly casted himself towards the Empress and eldest prince, Kang Qinw.a.n.g, while the Guan Jun Marquis Manor was supporting the fourth prince Gong Qinw.a.n.g. Although there was a bit of a mishap, he ultimately vowed his loyalty to Jin Qinw.a.n.g.

To have climbed to the position of Left Commander-in-Chief, he sacrificed too much. Losing this position wont just be as simple as feeling not resigned. Right now, he only wanted to immediately rush back and have those idiot sons properly beaten. Asking them, just which one ate the heart of a bear and galls of a leopard, to dare provoke this living Enma. All the princes and imperial concubines, as well as those w.a.n.gyes in the same generation as his Majesty, all dont dare to provoke him. What would the Guan Jun Marquiss grandsons, Left Commander-in-Chiefs sons, count as?

Its this lower officials fault, asking for w.a.n.gye to give this one another chance. After going back, this lower official will definitely properly discipline them.

All say youre a smart person, knowing very well how to observe and judge the overall situation. Furthermore, as oppose to other people, youre not that afraid of this prince. Luckily, youre someone that once youve recognize someone, you wont easily grow a second heart. Just, is this prince the master youve recognized?

If before he was still considered calm, then Qin Tian Ming right now really was somewhat apprehensive. But, expressing his vow of loyalty at this time was also useless, Jin Qinw.a.n.g didnt believe in these. He calmed his nerves before finally opening his mouth hoa.r.s.ely, The so called, a woman dresses for those that pleases them, a soldier dies for those that understand them, although this lower official doesnt get along with ones father, but towards ones conviction of defending the country and loyalty to the ruler, this one does not question in the slightest. Desiring for Qi Yuan to be powerful, hoping for peace and prosperity, those all need a wise ruler. This lower official doesnt know, aside from w.a.n.gye you, who else is more qualified to rule the world.

Li Hong Yuan was silent for a moment, Has this prince told you before that the world in this princes eyes, isnt that important.

Qin Tian Ming suddenly lifted his head and looked to Li Hong Yuan, not daring to believe. His lips trembled, yet unable to say a single word. He really wanted to say impossible, but he could sense that Jin Qinw.a.n.g wasnt joking.

You want to ask why? Since its not that important why still the need to actively plot like this? Only with supreme power can I do whatever I please. The throne to this prince isnt the most important, but it must be in my control. In addition, this prince believes that the possibility of this prince becoming a tyrant far exceed becoming a wise ruler. Thats why, right now, you still can reconsider some more, and pick another wise master.

Qin Tian Ming had long thought that he could remain calm in face of unforeseen events. But right now, he had to admit, he was a bit stupefied.

Seeing Qin Tian Ming like this, Li Hong Yuan suddenly laughed for some unclear reason.

Originally a smile that could make countless women lose their souls, yet it instead startled Qin Tian Ming to the extent that the blood in his entire body condensed, such obvious blood thirst and killing intent in those eyes. At this moment, he genuinely felt that Jin Qinw.a.n.g, Li Hong Yuans, unknown side made one grovel in wors.h.i.+p. The side of him that the world knew of was also real, and not an act. He didnt lose his rationality, he knows what hes doing. Yet, he really did determine your life and death completely based on his mood.

w.a.n.gye, w.a.n.gye. Qin Tian Ming suppressed the strong urge to bolt out the door. If the life is gone, everything will all be for naught. This lower official also firmly believes, regardless whether w.a.n.gye is a wise ruler or a tyrant, w.a.n.gye certainly wont use Qi Yuans foundation to play a joke.

Frightened? Li Hong Yuan relaxed his body and leaned back, appearing to be in a rather good mood, very much pleased and carefree.

Qin Tian Ming lowered his head, silent without a word. He really did get frightened.

Whether youre loyal or not, actually doesnt matter at all. If you all have the capability and guts, to find another master, or even inform imperial father, this prince wont even bat an eye. If this prince were to be overthrown by you all, then thats my own uselessness. But if youre unable to overthrow this prince, then you all will be greatly out of luck.

This was practically arrogant to the point of conceit. Qin Tian Ming didnt dare to question; Eunuch Mu didnt dare to question; the shadow guards hidden in the dark didnt dare to question either.

Go back then. Properly discipline those sons of yours. Youre at least considered a tiger general, dont raise a nest of puppies. Towards a tigers cubs, this prince doesnt mind promoting either. This prince doesnt fear high merits surpa.s.sing the master whatnot. If you have that capability, what would one clan one duke one marquis be considered? Even if its one clan two dukes, or even three dukes, four dukes, I can also satisfy you.

The stick

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given was fierce, yet this candied jujube was also equally enticing. Qin Tian Ming still hadnt freed himself from the overwhelming shock when he heard these words, awakening the resolution and ambition in his bones. His body uncontrollably shook a little. w.a.n.gye

Still not getting lost.

This lower official bids farewell. Qin Tian Ming got up and staggered a bit, not because his leg was numb, but because he felt somewhat powerless. Not daring to lose his manners, he thus slowed his movements, backing out of the study. The night breeze blew by, his back feeling cool. Finally did Qin Tian Ming suddenly realize that his own clothes were already drenched.

Actually, today wasnt considered troubling, however, the psychological pressure was instead unprecedented.

Qin Tian Ming returned to the Guan Jun Marquis Manor and had his sons called to the study, regardless whether they were di or shu born. Even if theyve gone to sleep, or still in the middle of performing the rites of the bedroom

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, they were still not allowed be late in the slightest. Each and every one scratching their heads, unable to make sense of the matter. What is this?

What all did you all do today? Relay to me one by one.

They didnt dare to disobey their fathers orders. Starting from the eldest, one after the other began recounting in detail. The more he listened, the tighter Qin Tian Mings brows creased. Not because he discovered something serious, but exactly the opposite. What appeared to be the most improper conduct was merely just visiting brothels, drinking some wine, or doing a bit of gambling. These young masters of the capital, nine out of ten all did these things, simply didnt count as anything. Just these, Jin Qinw.a.n.g definitely wouldnt care.

Are you all certain youre not hiding anything? After getting their affirmative nod, Say it once more, dont leave out any details.

Seeing him being so serious like this, they only a.s.sumed that something big happened. They were all fully aware that ones glory is the entires glory, ones loss is the entires loss. Disregarding the consequences, they pulled out every insignificant little matter they could think of and relayed it.

[1] As in carrot-and-stick approach

[2] Aka love-making, I wanted to retain a bit of the original nuance, because the original phrase is too amusing and I like sharing useless knowledge. So the original phrase is Rites of Duke Zhou, its a literary way to refer to s.e.x. This Duke of Zhou is the son of King Wen of Zhou, the founding regent of Western Zhou. Hes also some high virtue scholar and personally drafted the etiquette process of marriage ceremonies, from matchmaking to the actual marriage, basically reforming marriage as a whole. Theres seven parts to it and is generally referred to as the Seven Rites of Marriage, and love making is one of the rites. More useless knowledge you now know.