"Matters of national importance are decided in a single word!"
A strange light flashed in Anne's eyes. The Great Liang in this state was enough to make anyone's scalp tingle, and even she, a princess from another race, felt an immense headache.
The Great Liang was less a country and more a war machine.
The emperor's power was highly centralized, with millions of troops under his command and even the will of the people in his hands. This was simply insane.
Once Lin Yi decides who to target, that person will become the enemy of the entire Great Liang.
The population of Great Liang is now nearly 50 million. That means whoever is targeted by Lin Yi is being targeted by 50 million people. This is a truly terrifying situation.
If they were to face off against each other, who could withstand them!
She was starting to worry about her country!
The Frostwest Empire may escape for now, but can it truly guarantee a lifetime of security against someone as ambitious as Lin Yi?
Looking at Anne, who seemed preoccupied, Li Mingzhu was overwhelmed with mixed feelings. She couldn't help but sigh, "Why should women meddle in national affairs? They're just asking for trouble."
Before the nation, what can a woman do? It's all just wishful thinking.
He saw a reflection of his past in this girl, even more tragic than himself.
The Great Ning Dynasty still had some kinship ties; to put it bluntly, they were family. No matter how ruthless Lin Yi was, he would still show some mercy.
However, the Frostwest Empire is different. They are not only a different race, but they also fought against the Great Liang in the Western Regions.
Based on her understanding of her man, the possibility of the Frostwest Empire leaving safely is zero.
However, Li Mingzhu didn't tell Anne that she needed to figure things out herself and understand her own position in order to have a happy ending.
Even if I told her, it wouldn't make a difference.
Moreover, she is under considerable pressure now, as the competition with the Crown Princess is fierce. She doesn't want to lose to Cai Yan, as this is a source of pride for her as the Princess of Great Ning.
This fair competition was hard-won for her, and she must give it her all.
For her man, and for her future children.
She glanced at Cai Yan, who was smiling broadly at Lin Yi. As if sensing her gaze, Cai Yan winked at her.
Li Mingzhu gritted her teeth, thinking angrily, "This woman is truly my nemesis. This time, I, the princess, will definitely not lose to you!"
hey-hey!
Sensing the ulterior motives of the three women, Lin Yi smiled slightly. Indeed, women need something to do to maintain their fighting spirit.
Looking at Shenle, he couldn't help but smile and say, " Lele, you seem to have something on your mind. Have you encountered any difficulties? I'll take care of you!"
Forehead!
Li Mingzhu's heart skipped a beat. She hadn't expected the Emperor to be watching her while he was painting. It seemed the Emperor cared about her quite a bit.
However, I did encounter a difficult situation.
She took a deep breath, regaining her composure as Empress Xi, and said solemnly, "Your Majesty is indeed discerning. My little thoughts cannot be hidden from you. I was thinking about the imperial Imperial Examination."
"About the Imperial Examination examinations?"
"Kindness!"
Li Mingzhu nodded, then frowned slightly and said, "Because His Majesty is kind-hearted and recruits talents without being bound by convention, students from all over the country are eager to participate."
However, these candidates come from all walks of life and industries. If they all participate, I'm afraid things will get complicated in the future...
A hint of worry flickered in her eyes; the crisis contained within was invisible, yet extremely terrifying.
If this is not taken seriously, it could lead to something serious.
" Lele is great!"
Lin Yi gave Li Mingzhu an approving look. This woman truly lived up to her title as the Princess of Great Ning; her insight was remarkable, and she had grasped the key point at a glance.
A prestigious family!
merchant!
Landlord!
Then there are the common people!
These social classes and industries are minor issues, but they involve a major problem: the vested interests of the dynasty.
The so-called vested interests are those who ultimately reap the benefits, and the problem lies in the distribution of benefits in Great Liang.
This is a very real situation, and it's unavoidable.
Generally, founding emperors rise to power by relying on a certain class of people, and this power eventually benefits that class, giving it a superior status and authority.
Such a group of interests is in a very stable state.
Because in order to maintain this interest, people in this social class would gravitate towards the emperor, which is far more reliable than any loyalty.
If you want a superior living environment, you must support this emperor; this is the truest embodiment of the saying "what's good for everyone is truly good."
For example, the Great Ning Dynasty!
Its rise occurred during a period of regional separatism, and it was formed by powerful clans and the forces they supported. Therefore, after Li Anlan's father ascended the throne, the powerful clans and the Li Imperial Clan became the ultimate beneficiaries.
Before these powerful families, merchants and landlords had to step aside; they became unbridled and lawless.
For this benefit, the powerful Li Imperial Clan, and continued to help the Li Imperial Clan maintain this benefit.
Of course, this is all predicated on the fact that this vested interest group needs you.
If they no longer need you and have found a replacement, then the situation will become like Li Anlan's.
Li Anlan's massacre of the aristocratic families was, in essence, a desperate act. He had lost control of them, and to prevent these vested interests from switching allies, he chose to self-destruct.
The aristocratic families, who had been the beneficiaries, were destroyed by their own hands. With the birth of the Great Liang Dynasty, the aristocratic families' interests were replaced by their own Xiliang faction.
Logically speaking, a situation with all three sides being the most stable option would be.
However, the emergence of the Imperial Examination System would break the rule of the Xiliang Liang faction, creating a crack in this monolithic system, which is what Li Mingzhu is worried about.
Once the Imperial Examination were launched, officials from all levels flocked into the Great Liang official system, which led to a new problem: the division of interests within Great Liang.
With the rise of new powers, the interests of the Xiliang system will inevitably have to be sacrificed, which will cause problems.
This demonstrates that Li Mingzhu's keen insight is unparalleled, far surpassing that of other people, even some men.
Lin Yi, seeing an opportunity, leaned down and kissed her, laughing, " Lele, you truly deserve to be called the Princess! Your discerning eye is amazing! If your father hadn't made you the Crown Prince, he must have been blind!"
It can be said that Li Mingzhu's point of view was incisive, immediately identifying the problem.
What may seem like a simple talent selection process could actually shake the very foundation of the Great Liang Dynasty, and could potentially lead to a complete breakdown in the power dynamics within the Xiliang system.
With her keen insight and strategic vision, Li Mingzhu has already surpassed many men.
The only mistake she made was that she underestimated her control over the Xiliang Liang faction and was unaware of the existence of her system.