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Chapter 833 New official takes office
Eunuch Hou bent over all the way to accompany Qin Hao out of the palace.

"Commander Qin, I will take you here. Someone will take you to get your official robes and seals in a moment. Please wait for a moment."

After saying this, he bowed and went back.

Qin Hao cursed in his heart, Emperor Qing is such a jerk. He just came back yesterday and the official robe and seal are all ready. It goes without saying that the seal is all standard, but if the official robe is to fit him well, it must have been prepared in advance, and their body size must also be known. It is estimated that he has been targeted since he came down the mountain.

The position of the commander of the Jingzhao Prefecture's military department is extremely important and clearly a hot potato. Emperor Qing wants to push him out to attract fire and test the power of various factions in the court.

"Commander Qin, please follow me."

After a while, a young eunuch led Qin Hao to the Shangshu Province Yamen, and the process of receiving the official robe and seal was also very smooth. It was obvious that this was arranged by Emperor Qing long ago. The officials passing by the Shangshu Province all had a little envy and jealousy in their eyes when they saw Qin Hao.

But it's no wonder. Apart from the fact that the commander of the Jingzhao Prefecture's Bingmasi was able to control the only two standing guard forces in the capital, this official position was of the fourth rank, a height that many officials could not reach in their entire lives. It was no exaggeration to say that it was a step to heaven.

Of course, Qin Hao's strength as a ninth-rank warrior is there, so it is reasonable for him to be appointed as a fourth-rank official. This is the terrifying thing about Emperor Qing. All his arrangements are beyond the expectations of others, but there is nothing wrong with them.

After changing into his official robe and hanging up his official seal, Qin Hao was preparing to go to the Bingmasi to take up his post. However, he was stopped by a carriage just as he left the imperial city.

"Are you Mr. Qin? I am Guo Youzhi. May I get in your car and have a chat?"

Qin Hao thought to himself that he had indeed arrived. He met the Second Prince at the city gate yesterday. He was still wondering why he hadn't seen the Crown Prince. Unexpectedly, he met his disciple today. However, the Crown Prince did not show up in person. His style was completely different from that of the Second Prince.

"Oh? Is it the Minister of Rites, Lord Guo? Originally, I shouldn't have refused the invitation from the Minister, but I just received the imperial decree from His Majesty and now I have to rush to take office. I am sorry for the delay."

Guo Youzhi was slightly startled. On the one hand, he did not expect that Emperor Qing would assign a position to Qin Hao so quickly. On the other hand, he was more curious about what job Qin Hao had got. So he pulled open the curtain and was about to get off the car. However, as soon as he pulled open a corner of the curtain, his hand trembled.

Having served as an official in the capital for so many years, Qin Hao was very familiar with the official robes he wore. This was a fourth-rank official. How many years did it take him to climb to the fourth-rank official? Ten years or twenty years?

What shocked Guo Youzhi even more was that he saw the seal hanging around Qin Hao's waist. Judging from the patterns on it, it was used by the commander of the army.

"Mr. Qin, I don't know what kind of job His Majesty has assigned to you. I have been an official in the capital for many years and have many friends."

"Oh? Lord Guo also has connections in the Jingzhao Prefecture Military Department?"

Guo Youzhi's eyes widened, speechless for a moment. He originally thought that Emperor Qing had only arranged an idle position for Qin Hao, but he never expected that it would be the commander of the Jingzhao Prefecture's military department. This was an extremely important position. Emperor Qing actually let a sixteen-year-old boy to be in charge of the capital's public security.

"Commander Qin, you are joking. The Jingzhao Prefecture Military Department is responsible for protecting the capital. How can a civilian like Guo have any connection with them?"

Qin Hao secretly laughed in his heart. Even if there was a connection, Guo Youzhi would not dare to say it out loud. It would be fine if the prince's party interfered in other matters, but what did they want to do by inserting people into the key departments that protected the capital? Rebellion?
In the feudal era when imperial power was supreme, what did it matter if someone was a threat to the throne, even his own sons?
"Your Majesty is in a hurry, so I won't chat with Minister Guo anymore. I will ask you for advice another day."

Guo Youzhi gritted his teeth as he looked at Qin Hao's back, then ran towards the imperial city with an agility that was not in line with his age, and arrived at the East Palace at a brisk pace.

"What? Father made him the commander of the military department of Jingzhao Prefecture?" The prince was stunned after hearing what Guo Youzhi said.

Guo Youzhi also changed his usual calm and steady demeanor and paced back and forth.

"Your Highness, this boy is so young yet he is trusted by His Majesty. He also has the Ye family behind him. If we can get his help, great things can be accomplished."

The prince was hesitant when he heard this: "The Jingzhao Prefecture Military Command is such an important position. If he turns to me, will my father..."

"Your Highness, now is not the time to be hesitant. If the Second Prince wins over this person, the consequences will be disastrous." Guo Youzhi secretly cursed the prince for his indecisiveness.

The prince shuddered and said, "Well, you are right. We cannot let him side with the second brother no matter what."

"That's right, but now that he is in an important position, I'm afraid the conditions for winning him over will have to be raised."

"Gold, silver, jewellery, antiques, calligraphy and paintings, luxury cars and beauties, as long as he asks, I can satisfy him. Everything is up to Minister Guo."

"I will do my best to serve the prince."

On the other side, Qin Hao had already arrived outside the Bingmasi camp. As soon as he approached, he was discovered by the archer on the arrow tower. A sharp arrow pierced Qin Hao one step in front of him.

"Who dares to trespass into the military camp?"

Qin Hao nodded secretly, he was worthy of being the military force guarding Kyoto, a mere sentry had such archery skills.

"Your Majesty personally appointed Qin Hao, the commander of the Military Department, to take up the post."

"Do you have proof?"

"There is a seal as proof."

Qin Hao took off the seal from his waist and held it high above his head.

The four guards guarding the gate looked at each other, picked up the seal to check it, and then knelt down.

"Call all soldiers to the parade grounds. Except for those who are seriously ill or on leave, those who fail to arrive after three breaths of drumbeats will be dealt with according to military regulations."

"Yes."

At first, the soldiers were somewhat unhappy to see that Qin Hao was so young, but when they saw that he gave orders in a methodical manner and seemed to know the military camp very well, they did not dare to neglect him. They quickly opened the gate of the camp, left two people to guard it, and the other two hurried to notify the soldiers in each camp.

Qin Hao arrived at the parade ground first and sat on the commander's seat. This scene surprised many soldiers who had hurried over, and they couldn't help but talk about it.

"Didn't they say the new commander was summoned? Why is there a baby sitting on it?"

"This kid has delicate skin and tender flesh, can he lift a knife?"

"Whose family is this kid? He comes to us to seek credit. He doesn't even know where we are. If something goes wrong, he will probably piss his pants out of fear."

Qin Hao ignored the chaotic discussions in the audience and waited until the first drum beat stopped, then signaled the drummer to continue the second beat.

Just like that, more and more soldiers gathered below the parade ground, and the discussions became louder and louder. Perhaps because they saw that Qin Hao never stopped them, these old soldiers became more presumptuous, and some even whistled to express their disdain for Qin Hao.

When the third drum sounded, Qin Hao suddenly walked to the front of the stage, mobilized his domineering true energy, and shouted loudly using the pronunciation of tiger, leopard and thunder sound.

"Shut up, everyone!"

Everyone only felt a strong airflow coming, and the flags planted all over the parade ground were blown to and fro. Some weaker soldiers were directly shaken to and fro by the airflow.

In an instant, the entire parade ground fell silent, and all the soldiers looked at the young man on the stage with shocked eyes.

"He is actually a ninth-rank."

"Oh my goodness, this isn't the youngest ninth-rank person in Qing Country, is he?"

"No wonder he was chosen to be our leader. Not all the people in the upper echelons are old and confused."

The military has always respected the strong, and this is even more so in the world of Joy of Life. The ranks of warriors are clear at a glance. Qin Hao doesn't even need to actually make a move. As long as he releases his true energy, people who have seen a ninth-rank warrior will understand at a glance, which saves him a lot of trouble.

"I said shut up. Do you need me to repeat it again?" Qin Hao swept his sharp eyes over the soldiers in the audience. This time, all the old veterans shut up obediently.

"Before this, someone told me that the Jingzhao Prefecture Military Division is one of the most powerful troops in the entire Qing Kingdom."

Having said this, Qin Hao paused, and the soldiers below the stage straightened their chests, ready to accept Qin Hao's praise.

However, the next second, Qin Hao's face changed and he shouted harshly.

"But after I got here, I was greatly disappointed. You guys are just a bunch of rabble, and you dare to call yourself a strong army? If all the troops of Qing were like you, Qing would have been crushed by the enemy long ago!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the entire parade ground suddenly became chaotic, and many soldiers and captains glared at Qin Hao with resentful eyes.

Qin Hao sneered: "Why, do you think what I said is wrong? Did I wrongly accuse you?"

"The troops who arrived at the parade grounds just now at the sound of drums."

The soldiers in the audience looked at each other, and one-fifth of the soldiers stepped out of the line.

Qin Hao pointed at a few of the soldiers and said, "Stand on the stage."

The soldiers happily ran onto the stage, but the next second, Qin Hao shouted, "Where is the law enforcement team?"

A line of soldiers ran out onto the stage.

"How should those who falsely claim merits be dealt with according to military law?" Qin Hao asked in a cold voice.

"Thirty strokes of the cane and public display for three days." The soldiers of the law enforcement team answered in unison.

"Then what are you waiting for? Why don't you execute it?"

As soon as Qin Hao finished speaking, the soldiers were so frightened that they collapsed on the stage, and one of them struggled.

"I have never claimed credit. I had indeed arrived at the training ground before the drums stopped. The commander tortured me without asking why. I refuse to accept this."

Upon hearing this, the other few people quickly agreed. Their experiences also aroused the sympathy of many soldiers in the audience, who all spoke up for them.

Qin Hao sneered: "Okay, then I will let you die knowingly."

"You all said that you arrived before the drums stopped beating. Then tell me, who was with you when you first arrived?"

Several soldiers were stunned. The first person to argue said, "I was only concerned with forming a line and didn't remember the people around me."

"Humph, I knew you would make excuses like this. Since you don't remember, let me help you recall."

After saying that, Qin Hao walked to the front of the stage and called a few more soldiers to come on stage.

"You stand in front of him, you stand on his left, you stand on his right"

Several soldiers stood obediently around the man, and one of them suddenly exclaimed.

"Oh, I remember now. Qian Laosan, you arrived at the parade ground only after the third drum beat, just like us."

"I also remember that you were on my right side at that time."

Upon hearing this, Qian Laosan's face turned pale and he collapsed to the ground, fainting from fright.

Qin Hao waved his hand, and the law enforcement team immediately tied up Qian Laosan and several others and took them to Xingtai. Thick wooden sticks were used to smash their backs.

This scene terrified the soldiers in the audience. In addition to seeing their comrades being tortured, they were even more shocked that Qin Hao was able to remember the positions of everyone when they arrived. This was not something that could be achieved simply by strong force.

After Qian Laosan and others finished the execution, Qin Hao stood in front of the stage again.

"Those who arrive at the parade ground before the second drum beats will line up."

This time no one dared to cheat anymore. Qian Laosan and his few smart guys were tied to pillars for public display, and half of the soldiers stood aside.

"Those who have not arrived at the parade ground before the third drum has stopped will receive ten military sticks and bring their roster. If they have not asked for leave, they will not be on duty. Those who have not arrived until now will be punished more severely."

Soon, screams were heard in the military camp. As Qin Hao called out the names, the soldiers in the audience lowered their heads one by one, no longer daring to meet Qin Hao's gaze.

After the roll call, there were more than twenty people who had not asked for leave and were not in the camp. Among them were soldiers and officers. Qin Hao circled their names on the roster with a pen.

"I don't care what you did in the past. From today on, we will only follow military law in the barracks. If anyone breaks the military law, don't blame me for punishing them without teaching them."

"Everyone who arrived at the parade ground after the second drum beat just now, all of you must run ten laps around the parade ground. The law enforcement team is keeping a close eye on you. If you miss one lap, you will not be allowed to eat."

This time, no one dared to comment. Just looking at this person's methods, it was clear that he was not someone to be trifled with.

Qin Hao raised the roster in his hand and said, "For those who have not arrived yet, I have plenty of ways to deal with them."

Both the soldiers and officers in the parade ground couldn't help but feel lucky that they didn't slip away today.

Of course, the slap had already been given, and Qin Hao did not forget to give a sweet treat. After dismissing everyone, he went to the military camp canteen.

"Steam some more buns tonight, kill three pigs, and make a pig-killing meal to reward the brothers."

The head cook asked cautiously, "Master Commander, what is this pig-killing dish?"

“Where are the pigs?”

Soon, several pigs died silently. Seeing Qin Hao clean up the pigs smoothly, everyone in the kitchen couldn't help but wonder how many pigs this man had killed before to be so skilled.

"Help me now."

When it was time for dinner, the soldiers in the barracks were attracted by the smell of meat and came to the kitchen one after another. When they found that Qin Hao was actually cooking for them, they stared so wide that their eyes almost popped out.

"Commander, what's wrong with you?" A captain approached cautiously.

Qin Hao patted his shoulder and said, "Since we are in the army, we are all brothers. What's the big deal about cooking a meal for the brothers? We will have to eat and live together in the future."

"Don't just stand there, it's time to eat."

After the soldiers lined up, Qin Hao served them food one by one.

"Yu Hong, eat more. There are plenty of steamed buns."

"The commander knows my name?"

"Didn't I tell you during the roll call just now? I remember every one of your names."

Yu Hong walked to the side with the rice bowl in his hand, muttering: "The adults actually remembered me"

There are many soldiers like him. In the eyes of those generals, these little guys are just tools for promotion and wealth. Who can remember their names?
(End of this chapter)