Chapter 115 The Empress Destroyed Your Country (41)

“Huh!”

Nie Suzhi let out a cold snort, the meaning unclear.

The previous anger had dissipated by now.

How much territory did the Empress control? More than just Minnan, right?

The state of affairs in the world changes in an instant, and those who have sensed the scent of gunpowder wear complex and shocked expressions.

How could a woman be so audacious? It shouldn’t have happened. There were even many conservative scholars who jumped out to criticize Bai Tang. Even without Nie Suzhi’s encouragement, it seemed that in the eyes of this group of people, a woman’s desire to seize the world was even more difficult to accept than a tyrant ruling over it.

But Bai Tang didn’t care about them. She continued to carry out her plans. Now that she had chosen to reveal herself, the areas under her control quickly began a round of cleansing, implementing the rules and regulations established by the initial mountain stronghold.

Throughout history, he who wins the hearts of the people wins the world. Bai Tang’s reputation in the foreign lands was already very high, and with the implementation of these rules and regulations in the inland areas, most people naturally became willing to support her.

Within a short half month, the situation underwent earth-shattering changes. Bai Tang had already seized control of seven cities in Great Qin, swiftly and fiercely capturing cities and forts. There were even some small areas that erupted into rebellions, with the common folk killing appointed officials and opening the city gates for Bai Tang’s army.

Bai Tang was not impulsive. After taking over an area, she immediately dispatched suitable individuals to initiate reforms. So what if there were local bosses? So what if there were disciples from influential families? Those who refused to implement policies or hindered progress were simply killed. Bai Tang did not need these influential families. She understood that dealing with such stubborn forces required an iron-fisted approach. In these influential families, a minority held the majority of resources, and they even disregarded imperial authority. Bai Tang had no need for such entities to exist.

Once the flames of war were ignited, the smoke of gunpowder quickly spread across the entire country. The people on Bai Tang’s side were tired yet joyful. There was simply too much to do.

Nie Suzhi’s side, on the other hand, was not faring well. Over the course of six years, he had let chaos spread throughout the country, and cries of distress echoed from every corner. However, it also provided opportunities for others, including Bai Tang. Bai Tang came prepared, with marching guidelines, post-war handling, reconstruction, and reforms all pre-determined, waiting to be executed.

De Fu trembled, his plump body hunched, being cautious and careful, afraid to speak.

Good heavens!

After Empress Bai Tang declared war, the onslaught was simply astounding!

As Empress Bai Tang ignited the flames of war, other local powers and feudal lords followed suit. In no time, Great Qin splintered into factions, with Great Qin barely maintaining its dominance while Empress Bai Tang trailed closely behind.

Nie Suzhi glanced at the war reports and found himself smiling. That smile resembled a blossoming flower in the spring, exuding an intoxicating beauty.

“What a tough nut to crack…”

If the Great Qin dynasty were to crumble, so be it. As long as the fires of war raged on.

Bai Tang, emerging as a woman, faced a treacherous journey in the face of the disdain society held for women. Her close association with the barbarians and reliance on their support further alienated her from the admiration of the intellectuals. How many would be willing to join her cause? Moreover, by eschewing the path of the aristocracy, her path became even more arduous.

Her followers consisted mostly of commoners, who held contempt for the aristocracy.

Due to Bai Tang’s unique position, almost everyone sought to strike at her first. She firmly controlled the Minnan region and the surrounding cities, even exerting influence over the foreign tribes. Bai Tang became the focal point for their advances.

“You may leave.”

Nie Suzhi waved his hand, and De Fu quickly retreated, slipping away faster than anyone else.

A shadow appeared, kneeling on one knee. “Your Majesty.”

“The Black Armored Army stand ready for action.”

“Understood.”

“Has the gunpowder at Mount Tianxuan been prepared?”

“It is ready.”

“Then let it explode.” Nie Suzhi casually crushed a luminous night pearl in his hand, his smile on his face growing even brighter. “It’s time for the autumn harvest, isn’t it?”

“Due to variations in timing across different regions, there may be some discrepancies, but roughly half a month from now will be the time for the autumn harvest throughout the country.”

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