I am a commoner, but I will lead the empress to unify the world

Upon hearing this, the Imperial Censor immediately glared at the Grand Marshal, clenching his fists, wishing he could punch him twice.

The general sneered,

"What? Am I wrong? I was just saying it. You're so angry now. The Yan army will definitely do the same thing.

We are all aristocrats, with great fortunes. Who would want to see their family members and children die tragically?

You are amazing, you are noble, go back, and let's discuss what to do next."

The Imperial Censor said angrily,

"After all, you still have to surrender."

The general sneered,

"As for surrender, it depends on whether there are any benefits. If you really live a life worse than death, then it's better to die."

However, the Prime Minister said in a deep tone,

“You say it lightly now, but when death really comes, you should change your mind.

You have never experienced life and death, so you can talk about life and death lightly.

Only those who have truly experienced the moment of death will know the meaning of life.

I made a mistake in the past and was ordered by the late emperor to be beheaded. At that time, the executioner had already raised his butcher knife.

When I was young, I was also a person who spoke up for justice and was loyal and courageous.

However, honest advice is unpleasant to the ears, and the late emperor refused to listen and became furious.

It was then that I suddenly realized what was going on.

What a bullshit that honest advice hurts to the ear, what a bullshit that speaking up for justice.

Nothing is more important than my life.

As long as I can survive, I am willing to do anything.

When I die, everything will be gone. No one will care except my loved ones who will be sad.

I just want my family and children to be alive, and I don’t care about anything else.”

The Prime Minister's words were unpleasant to hear, but every word was the truth.

This is what an ordinary person thinks.

Anyone who has not experienced life and death can empty talk about defending the country and dying on the battlefield.

When death really comes, my legs go weak, I feel scared and regretful.

Only those who have truly experienced life and death will understand the value of being alive.

The Grand Marshal deeply agreed with the Prime Minister's words.

Huang Tao also laughed in his heart.

He didn't expect that San Gong would come to him today, but now it seems like a very good start.

After the events unfolded this afternoon and evening, many people have a clear idea of ​​what's going on and are no longer at a loss. They will know which choice to make and which side to stand on. Tomorrow morning, they can put pressure on the emperor or even advise him.

He tried his best to portray the Yan army as very brutal, killing men and raping women, leaving their bodies mutilated and even eaten by dogs.

The Chief Censor was still a bit stubborn, but he was also caught in a dilemma.

The Prime Minister and the Grand Marshal wanted to surrender, but they didn't know how they would be treated after surrendering.

The Prime Minister asked leisurely,

"Sir Huang, did Shen Changgong hint at anything? For example, after surrendering, where will we be placed? Will we be able to serve as officials in the State of Yan? Will our property be taken away?"

Huang Tao sneered in his heart when he heard this.

This prime minister is so naive. Even at this time, he is still dreaming of being an aristocratic official.

After you surrender, you will most likely become coolies and slaves.

The female members of the family were most likely military prostitutes or members of the Jiaofangsi.

But he still said politely,

"Prime Minister, you know Shen Changgong's character. He doesn't look down on the nobility. He thinks that the nobility are incompetent and inherited their titles.

He had killed all the nobles in his own country. Now the selection of officials in Yan State relied entirely on the imperial examination system. Anyone from all over the country, whether noble or commoner, could take the exam and become an official.

If the Prime Minister wants to be an official, why not take the imperial examination as well?"

Hearing this, the Prime Minister's face turned cold and he said,

"I am a hereditary noble, three generations of officials. How can I sit with those peasants and young people to take the exam? Wouldn't that be a disgrace to me?"

Huang Tao didn't say anything, but just sneered.

You still have a shit face.

But he still sighed,

"Then there might be no way. After the demise of Qi and Kun, some old ministers from the previous dynasty served in Dayan. However, those people had all made contributions to Dayan.

We have no merit whatsoever."

Hearing this, the Prime Minister was moved and said,

"Sir Huang, I remember that the Prime Minister Yuan Chu of Kun Kingdom made a 'great contribution' shortly after returning from a diplomatic mission to the Yan army camp.

Then he became the left prime minister of Yan State.

That queen also became the right prime minister.

"Master Huang is on a mission to the Yan army camp. Didn't Lanling King give you any missions that would allow you to 'achieve merit'?"

"No, no, Your Majesty, please be careful with your words. I am loyal to the Emperor and the court. How could I possibly do something that would be unfair to the Emperor and the country?

"What I said are all Shen Changgong's exact words, without a single mistake. I swear to heaven."

Are you kidding? The Imperial Censor who supervises all officials is sitting right next to him. How could Huang Tao admit that he had an affair with the Yan army?

Otherwise, if this guy reports him when he gets back, he will lose his head immediately.

Besides, the merits are limited, and you, the Prime Minister, have such great influence. If you were to share the credit, what would I eat? Just drink the soup?

Huang Tao allowed his subordinates to share his credit, because no matter how it was divided, the bulk of it would be his. He had the leadership credit, and then he would share it with his subordinates. He ate the meat and his subordinates drank the soup.

But he can't share the credit with his boss, otherwise his boss will eat the meat while he will drink the soup.

Then why should he bother?

The Prime Minister could only sigh helplessly, looked at the other party deeply, and then said,

"In that case, I have nothing more to ask. I only ask that, Lord Huang, for the sake of our long-standing colleagues, I should have a clear conscience."

"I have been doing my utmost to protect everyone."

"Okay, I won't bother you anymore. Goodbye."

The Prime Minister stood up, and the Grand Marshal and the Imperial Censor also stood up to say goodbye.

I have asked all the questions I need to ask, and there is nothing left to discuss with this little guest.

Such a major matter naturally needs to be discussed with your family. After all, they are all aristocrats, and quite a few of them are officials.

After seeing these three off, Huang Tao invited the people outside in.

At this time, more than thirty officials and nobles had gathered outside.

After coming in, Huang Tao still said the same thing.

Use both coaxing and intimidation to coax them into surrendering.

As one group leaves, another group comes.

It was not until dark that all the officials were sent away. As for those who still didn't know, he told them to go and ask other officials. He was tired anyway.

He was so busy this afternoon that he didn't even have time to go to the toilet to pee.

I kept drinking tea.

Huang Tao, who was full of anger, had just walked into the toilet and was having a great time when he heard a sound outside.

"Master, there is another guest outside who wants to see you."

"Didn't I tell you? No one is here anymore. Send them away."