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(Two in One Chapter ~)
GOR Chapter 521 "Diminish Your Authority"
It didn't matter if it was a trap or if the wise regent suddenly lost his mind.
In any case … … Du Wei's position as the Dean has already been decided. However, Du Wei's heart still has some vigilance: In the recent stage, the Regent has already begun to arrange the political situation of the Empire. The reason he supported General Alpai was to balance out his dominance. But now … … he's actually handing over the future of the Empire's Military Academy to me … … What the hell is he planning?
I worked so hard to pretend to be the Casanova in the ring, kissed Aylu, and pretended to withdraw from the competition in order to express my position and give up control of the Knight's Association and Roland's Sword Knight Regiment. That step back was a good one, and from many signs, it seems the Regent is also very happy with my "tactfulness".
What the hell was this "Huangpu Military Academy"? What was it?!
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However, one day later, Du Wei found out that he had fallen into Prince Son's trap.
When Kami Siro came to visit Du Wei, he smiled as he directed the guards to bring in several large boxes of files. With a harmless look, he said to Du Wei: "These are the resumes of the previous training class personnel. Also, the list of personnel who are qualified to participate in the next training class … … Oh, of course, it should now be called the" Empire's Military Academy ". These are the names of the first batch of students, all of whom were selected by the local army. Their family, birth, age, family background, military position, qualifications, everything you need is here. Of course … … The last box contains some information about the establishment of the academy, including the location, the construction of the academy and so on … … "
Before Kami Siro could finish, Du Wei's eyes had already popped out of their sockets.
He stared at Kami Siro and suddenly opened his mouth to interrupt this guy. Du Wei gloomily muttered: "I knew it, this is you … … No, it's you guys! I've boarded your pirate ship. "
Kami Siro smiled very affectionately: "Don't say that, Du Wei, we are good friends. When a friend is in trouble, you can't not help right?"
Looking at Kami Siro's smiling face, Du Wei suddenly had an impulse to jump up and punch this guy's nose! Let's see if this guy can still smile so happily after his nose bridge is broken!
"Help? You're asking me … … How the fuck am I supposed to help you!?! " Although Du-Wei didn't really swing his fist at Kami Siro, but like an enraged lion, he rolled up his sleeves and kicked over the nearest box. Then with his hands on his waist, he glared at Kami Siro: "You … … What do you think I am!? An eight Eight hands spider?! Do you think I? Damn it! That damn Martial arts tournament isn't it?! Also, I still haven't finished preparing for the Roland Sword Knights! Also, two days ago, your people came to me to report a new batch of military supplies to be shipped to the Kabaski Line of Defense! Also, the Demonic Beast of Mount Delan told me that the hot air balloon production factory is running out of raw materials and asked me to solve a large batch of leather as soon as possible … … I … … "
"Heh heh heh!" Kami Siro raised his voice and raised his hands as if surrendering: "My friend! The things you said have nothing to do with me. I didn't know you were so busy. "
"You don't know … … Our Regent knows." Du Wei muttered in a low voice: "He did it on purpose." With that, Du Wei kicked again. This time, he directly kicked a wooden box. Wood chips flew everywhere and some even splashed on Kami Siro's face.
Looking at Du Wei baring his fangs and brandishing his claws at Kami Siro, the few guards Kami Siro brought with him were a little nervous – this is too much! You dare to attack our Lord!
You beat up the Empire's Deputy Military Minister! What kind of crime is this?
But the problem is … … the other party is the Duke of the Tulip Family who is more powerful than our Lord … … What should the guards do?
If His Excellency the Duke really fights with our family's Excellency ….. then we guards can only watch helplessly.
Kami Siro suddenly sighed and casually removed a few pieces of wood from his face. His eyes were a little complicated. He glanced at the few guards and waved his hand: "You guys go out first!"
The few guards quickly ran away as if they were pardoned.
Kami Siro turned around and closed the door first. Then, he turned around and walked to Du Wei's side. He patted Du Wei's shoulder and hesitated for a moment before lowering his voice: "Du Wei, there are some words that may not be suitable for me to say, but since we are friends … … then I will give you some advice."
"Say it." Du Wei squeezed out a word from his mouth.
"You … …" Kami Siro's expression was a little strange: "I think you should, appropriately, let go of some power."
Du-Wei raised his eyelids and glanced at Camisiro. In his impression, this guy, although he is now known as one of the three newcomer kings of the Empire, hmm … … Although he seems to be the weakest of the three newcomer kings at present. However, in recent years, Kami Siro has been very low-key. Whether it is the way he conducts himself, it is clear that he has been influenced by the old Prime Minister Robscher – hide your strength, hide your strength, and protect yourself!
But today … … why did he say such a "heartfelt" sentence?
"As you said, Du Wei, you have too much power in your hands right now." Kami Siro laughed in a low voice: "You see, you have the military and political power in the Northwest in one hand. Of course, the Desa Province is your territory, it is yours to begin with. No one will say anything about this. But … … that Northwest Independent Division … … hehe, outsiders may not know, but as the Vice Minister of Military Affairs, how could I not know? That is the Empire's future Air Force! The Empire has set aside a large area of land, dispatched a large number of people to form such an army, built the hot air balloon production base, and even weapons production … … this is the Empire's army. It has been almost two years since the Northwest Army was annihilated. In these two years, this army has always been in your hands! Is this power not big enough? There is also the Kabaski Line of Defense, you spent more than 10 million gold coins to help the Empire build this line of defense. What I said last time was not an exaggeration. Right now, the Empire's military personnel are practically receiving a salary from you, Du Wei! With so many things in your hands … … tell me, is this situation normal? "
Du Wei calmed down and shook his head with a smile: "It is not normal."
"I will say something very disgraceful, Du Wei. With the power and power in your hands, you can have any territory you want, any money you want, any army you want, any army you want! If you want to rebel … … your threat has already far surpassed the Northwest Army of the past! " Kami Siro's expression was somewhat nervous: "Don't forget, outsiders may not know, but we all know the top secret military information. When the Northwest Army's 70,000 cavalry were annihilated, you only sent Longbottom's less than 10,000 cavalry to completely annihilate the Northwest Army's cavalry! With this kind of strength, how can you let the 'Big Boss' feel at ease? "
Kami Siro saw the change in Du Wei's expression, then found a chair and sat down: "I admit, the Empire's financial situation was indeed very bad two years ago, so bad that we had to ask you for money … … but now two years have passed, the most difficult financial period has passed. Now that the Finance Department has some savings, everything is on track. The snow disaster in the South is gone, the two years of production went smoothly, and the South even had a good harvest. The Regent's political performance in these two years is quite good, and the Empire's financial savings are much more than in previous years. Think about it … … in this case, the Empire no longer needs you to personally pay for the Empire's army! Do you understand what I mean? "
Du Wei chuckled twice: "I understand. When the Regent sent the Northwest Independent Division to me, the first reason was because of the Air Force. In the entire Empire, I'm the only one who knows how to do it, no one else can do it. The second reason was because the Empire didn't have the money to build such a new army, so I had to spend money to support it. But now … … These two conditions no longer exist. The Empire has money, and in these two years, they have learned what they need to learn. "
"I know you are a smart person." Leaning back in his chair, Kami Siro smiled at Du Wei.
Du Wei closed his eyes and thought for a moment.
So that's how it is!
Although he took out countless gold coins to subsidize the Empire's finances, tens of millions of gold coins were spent like water, and he also helped the Empire raise the army for nearly two years … … It seems the Royal Family owes him a big favor.
But don't forget! Prince Son has already passed the law to exempt the Rowling family from the crime of treason and restore the Rowling family. This matter can be considered as repaying Du Wei! Moreover, in terms of status, Du Wei is also given enough honor.
In this way, it can be considered as even with Du Wei!
And now, the Royal Family has already tested the Air Force in the war and proved its combat effectiveness is very strong … … With such a new and powerful army, the Royal Family can no longer keep it in the hands of Du Wei. Instead, it should be taken back and controlled by the Royal Family!
This is not burning the bridge after crossing the river, nor is it getting rid of the donkey after it has outlived its usefulness. This is a normal political method!
If you take a step back and think about it … …
There will be a war in the future! And before the war, Prince Son must raise the prestige of the Royal Family to the highest level! Only in this way can the Royal Family's ruling position be guaranteed!
And now … … If there is a war in the future, there will certainly be turmoil in the Empire. And in the midst of this turmoil, if there is a powerful minister like Du Wei holding too much power in his hands, who can guarantee that Du Wei won't be disloyal?
In other words, the current situation is indeed to ensure internal unity, but for the Royal Family, their primary goal is to ensure the Royal Family's ruling position! As for the life and death of the entire human race, that is secondary and not the primary goal!
The Royal Family will do their best to protect the Empire and not let the human race perish, but the premise is that the human race must be under the rule of the Augustinian Royal Family!
Du Wei is very clear about his current situation. It can be said that he is a standard "powerful minister"! And a super powerful one at that!
Just like what Camisillo said, he has the territory, the financial resources, the army, and the reputation (in some places, his reputation has even surpassed the Royal Family).
But the problem is, such a state may seem to be unlimited, but it is actually very "dangerous"!
After reading the history of this world, Du Wei is very clear on this point. Whether it is in this world or his previous life. Since ancient times, almost all of the "powerful officials" who refused to give up the power in their hands in the end and insisted on holding on to the power in their hands, then ninety percent of them would end up in a miserable state!
For example, the ancestor of the Rowling family. More than 200 years ago, during the war to protect the country, his military prestige was very high, and he was deeply trusted by the Royal Family. Not only did he receive the entire Rollin Plains as a reward, but he also married the princess of the Royal Family.
But after the war ended, the ancestor of the Rollin family very cleverly took the initiative to give up his military power and direct command of the army. This ensured that the Rowling Family would not be abandoned after the birds were gone.
And Du Wei also knows that in his previous life, almost all of the powerful ministers in history either succeeded in their rebellion or … … had a miserable end!
Huo Guang of the Han Dynasty, Zhang Juzheng of the Ming Dynasty … … One had his corpse whipped and the other had his entire family confiscated.
Of course, Du Wei himself is not afraid. With his physical body, if he turns against the Royal Family in the end, where can't he go in this world? But what about his subordinates? What about the loyal retainers in his family?
Longbottom, Guetta, Philip, Dadaneier … … Wait, wait, wait, these people are not Saint Class powerhouses! They are just ordinary people.
Prince Son is already a very wise ruler, but because of his wisdom, he knows how to delegate power to his subjects. But before the crisis, he must take back a lot of power. At the very least, he must ensure that the Royal Family has the strongest power in their hands! Before the coming of the turbulent era, he must ensure that he has enough chips in his hands to defend the Royal Family's ruling position!
"I know, Du Wei … … You have made a great contribution to the Empire." Kami Siro sighed: "I understand your feelings, because even if it were me, I would definitely not be reconciled. Thinking about it carefully, it can even be said that you have supported half of the Empire! Back then, during the coup d'état, you performed a great service. Afterward, you pacified the situation in the northwest, stopped the grassland wolves in the west, and eliminated the hidden dangers of the grasslands for the empire. Then, you did so many miraculous things, such as wiping out the Northwest Legion. When the Empire was in financial difficulties, you used your family's financial resources to selflessly support the Empire … … You can be said to be the number one hero of the Empire. Now that I want you to delegate power, as long as you are a person, you will definitely have resentment in your heart. "
Du-Wei looked at Kami Siro's sincere face, then he suddenly smiled and winked at Kami Siro: "Dear Kami Siro … … These words, I'm guessing you didn't come up with it to tell me."
Camisillo immediately froze for a moment. His expression was a bit awkward, but he quickly smiled and touched his chin: "Sure enough, I can't hide it from you … … That's right, with my brain, I can't think of so many reasons. Let's be frank, many of these words were said to me by the old Prime Minister. He asked me to pass them on to you in private and let me persuade you properly. "
Du Wei chuckled: "Sir Robsccher? Hehe, it seems that the Prime Minister really thinks highly of me. "
"Of course." Camisillo's expression was serious: "Du Wei, let's be frank. Sir Robsccher even clearly told me many times that in the future … … his position will definitely be yours. He has high expectations for you. He believes that you will become the pillar of the Empire. So … … he doesn't want to see you embark on the path of a minister. That won't end well. As long as you properly control the power in your hands, don't have too little, or you won't be able to reflect your value. Also, don't have too much, or it will make the Emperor suspicious. Maintain a delicate balance, then in this life, you will become the most dazzling star of this generation of the Empire! "
"Thank you." Du Wei said these two words very seriously: "Thank you, and also thank the old Prime Minister for me. Thank him for thinking highly of me. Hmm … … I will definitely pay him a visit someday and express my gratitude in person. "
"So … … you have been convinced by me?" Camisillo blinked and smiled at Du Wei.
Du Wei laughed and stood up: "Of course! I have been convinced by you! Camisillo, you really are a powerful lobbyist. "
Camisillo let out a big sigh of relief and then smiled: "Actually, you are very smart, Du Wei. I don't need to explain these principles to you. What I said, you can think of it yourself … … It's just that you need to hear it from other people's mouths to give your own heart an excuse to let go. Besides … … To be honest, I think the Regent is already very wise. At the very least, the position of the Dean of the Military Academy is actually giving your Tulip Family a card to avoid death forever! "
"Oh? What do you mean? "Du Wei's heart was moved.
"Think about it … … If you hand over some of the power in your hands now, let the Regent be completely reassured and trust you … … you will take up the position of the Dean. Think about it, many years in the future, in the Empire's army, there will be a group of rising generals, all of them your disciples. Although you may not hold the actual military power in the army, your prestige among these generals will certainly reach an unimaginable height! At that time … … to say something unpleasant, even if you have committed a crime, as long as you are not rebelling, the Emperor will give face to a large number of generals in the army and be especially kind to you! "
Du Wei nodded.
Thinking about it carefully, the position of the Dean is a card to avoid death that the Regent gave him! In fact, it is an implicit message to Du Wei: Give up your power. As long as you have the position of the Dean, as long as the Empire does not perish, your honor in this life will be guaranteed!
Further speaking, it also dispelled Du Wei's worries about "the bow is put away when the birds are gone, the hound is cooked when the hares are gone"!
As the Dean, as long as Du Wei does not rebel, the Emperor will maintain his respect and use him for the rest of his life.
Du Wei laughed, his laughter full of joy and relaxation: "Camisiro, now I am completely convinced by you! There is no hesitation at all. Well, I will accept your suggestion. I will take action in the next few days … … Well, by the way, I suddenly thought of a new idea … … "
"A new idea?" Camisiro froze for a moment.
"In fact, thinking about it carefully, the Regent's arrangement for me, you, and General Alpai, he has put the three of us in a high position. With the three of us age, it can be said that in the next few decades, as long as we don't take the wrong path, the three of us will climb to a very high position. But … … if we are smart, we should not be too close. After all, you are the Minister of Military Affairs, the person who controls the Empire's Military High Command! And I, if I become the Dean of the Military Academy, then I will have supreme prestige. My relationship with General Alpai is already very strained – this makes the Regent feel very relieved. But your relationship with me … … is a bit too harmonious. "
"Too harmonious … … you mean."
"In order to reassure our regent, it's better for our relationship to be 'stiff'. Hehe, of course, don't hate me. In our hearts, we can still see each other as friends. But, on the surface, it is better to have some disputes. "
With that, Du Wei stood up, rolled up his sleeves, and walked in front of Camisiro.
Camisiro immediately stood up nervously and looked at Du Wei with a wry smile: "Hey, what do you want to do? God … … you don't want to … … I say, this is not necessary, right? You … … "
Bang!
After a muffled sound, Camisiro cried out in pain.
A moment later, our Empire's Deputy Minister of Military Affairs, holding his bleeding nose, walked out of the Tulip Family Duke's study. Blood was still flowing out from between his fingers.
Camisiro had a strange expression on his face, and the few guards waiting outside were staring at each other.
"Go back." With a wry smile, Kami Siro pulled out a silk handkerchief from his bosom to wipe the blood from his nose. A moment later, he cried out in annoyance: "Du-Wei, you broke my nose!"
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On this day, Lord Camisiro holding his bleeding nose and angrily walking out of the Tulip Family Mansion was seen by many people. Soon after, the news spread throughout the Imperial Capital.
In less than a day, most of the people in the aristocratic circle knew about this new matter: The Duke of Tulip Family and the Deputy Minister of Military Affairs, Lord Camisiro, because of a disagreement on military affairs, the two came to blows. The Duke of Tulip Family personally broke Lord Camisiro's nose … …
Now it seems that the last pair of friends among the Empire's three best newcomer kings have also broken up. From now on, the three best newcomer kings will have to form their own factions.
The first one happened inside the palace: After Prince Son learned of this news, he smiled for quite a while and even drank two more cups of wine than usual during dinner.
The second thing also happened in the evening, but it happened in the old Prime Minister Robscher's mansion.
This old fox who has been in the bureaucracy all his life looked at his grandniece and son-in-law. Looking at Camisiro's red and swollen nose with cotton stuffed in his nostrils, the old man had a kind smile on his face.
When Camisiro used a thick nasal voice to recount the entire conversation between the two in Du Wei's mansion, including Du Wei's last punch, the old Prime Minister was stunned.
When he heard that Du Wei broke Camisiro's nose with a punch, the old Prime Minister suddenly laughed very happily.
This old man who was always unfathomable all year round was laughing so happily like a child.
Looking at the old Prime Minister laughing so happily, Camisiro covered his nose and smiled bitterly: "I say, are you happy to see me get beaten up?"
"Yes, my child, I am very happy."
Camisiro sighed: "Well, I know the meaning of this matter, and I also understand Du Wei's intention. So, what should I do in the future? Do you want me to act out an attack with him as well? "
"No, no, no." The old Prime Minister shook his head again and again: "Deliberately attacking each other, that's too fake. Don't deliberately get into a conflict with Duwei on military matters. Otherwise, it will only arouse suspicion. You … … In the future, all official affairs related to Du Wei, as long as you maintain your integrity, it will be fine! Remember, be impartial, don't deliberately make things difficult for him, and don't help him like you did before! Do what you need to do, do everything according to the rules and regulations of the Empire, that will be enough! "
Camisiro nodded, then stood up and left, his mouth muttering: "Damn it, I have to change my medicine, my nose hurts, I can't even drink wine."
Looking at the family's representative that he had chosen walk out, Robsman's eyes gradually drifted into the distance … …
"He actually punched … … What a smart and interesting boy!"
The old Prime Minister smiled and made his evaluation.
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After Du Wei assumed the position of Dean of the "Imperial Military Academy" in a high-profile manner, of course, this military academy doesn't exist for the time being, but it will be built as soon as possible in a short period of time. Young officers from the local army will also report to the Imperial Capital in the next month.
In addition, there is one more thing … …
During a regular meeting in the palace, the Duke of the Tulip Family used his "tight financial resources" as a reason to take back the military authority of the "Northwest Independent Division". Henceforth, all the provisions of this army will be borne by the Empire's treasury. The Tulip Family will no longer provide any sponsorship to this army.
Moreover, Du Wei said that there is no longer any meaning for this army to continue to stay in the northern part of his territory. Moreover, it will also consume the grain of the Desa Province which is already low in grain production.
Regarding this request, the Regent readily agreed.
The Northwest Independent Division will be moved as soon as possible to the southern part of the Kaspersky Line of defense. The military order was issued by the Imperial High Command on the same day.
In addition, there is one more thing … … The Empire's largest official hot air balloon production factory.
Du Wei said that because his family's "tight financial resources" and other businesses under his name require a large amount of liquidity, he requested to sell his share of the hot air balloon production factory.
Regarding this matter, the Regent thought about it for a day and then agreed.
Soon, Du Wei and Count Biliaibuer, as well as the Taranshan Magic Beast, reached an agreement. Together, Count Biliaibuer and the Taranshan Magic Beast bought Du Wei's share of the hot air balloon with 11 million gold coins. Henceforth, the Tulip Family will no longer have any control over this hot air balloon production factory.
Of course … … Because Du Wei's territory is closest to the grasslands, the production factory will still need to purchase the sheep and cattle pelts from the grasslands through Du Wei's channel. The price will be set according to the Empire's official price.
With these two orders, Du Wei easily handed over the two major powers in his hands.
Although there is still a faint sense of unwillingness in his heart, Du Wei is very clear: This is politics. As Prince Son, what he did was the right thing to do. Moreover, he also gave Du Wei some benefits. At the very least, the position of Dean of the Military Academy will give Du Wei a great deal of glory.
After dealing with these two matters, Prince Son's mood is very good. In the next few days, the guards and servants around him can feel the good mood from the smile on his face.
As for Du Wei, he can now shift his focus to the final match of the tournament!
The final match of the tournament is about to begin … … The two sides are … …
Elu and … …
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