Cheng Mu has always wanted to be a different emperor.
Why is it different?
In fact, all emperors in China's past dynasties were the same.
Either go to court every day, discuss matters, correct memorials, have in-depth conversations with close ministers, and always pay attention to national affairs...
Or, drinking and having fun, living in debauchery, having a harem of three thousand beauties, and the king never coming to court again...
It would be fine if the country was stable.
If the country is in the midst of internal and external troubles, these two methods will actually have the same result.
The country is destroyed and people are destroyed, and dynasties are changed.
Historically, Emperor Chongzhen of the Ming Dynasty.
Does he work hard?
Very hard.
Did the Ming Dynasty perish? It perished.
Late Qing Dynasty.
Daoguang, Guangxu, Puyi.
Are they fools? It doesn't really matter.
However, the Qing Dynasty still died.
Therefore, what Cheng Mu always wanted was not to stay in the palace every day reviewing memorials, drinking and having fun.
Instead, open your eyes, see with your own eyes, and feel the world with your own eyes. Keep up with the pace of the times.
Although there are risks, it is more interesting and meaningful.
"His Majesty."
Zhuge Liang saw Cheng Mu's thoughts.
But he still advised: "Your Majesty, since you are already in a high position, you have to adapt to such a life."
Zhuge Liang would not complain about how much he had done for Cheng Mu.
He just wanted to tell Cheng Mu: "Whether it is expanding the territory or guarding the home and making the people happy, these are your responsibilities, Your Majesty."
"There is no distinction between the two."
"So please, Your Majesty, think twice."
In his mind, it was enough for the emperor to be able to conduct one or two personal expeditions.
If the emperor personally takes part in every battle, what is the difference between the status of the emperor and the general?
As an emperor, shouldn't he stand at the rear and make plans and take charge of the overall situation?
"Well, I know."
Cheng Mu knew that a normal emperor would have to stay quietly in the palace.
Even private visits via incognito are very rare.
Only in this way can the emperor's absolute safety be guaranteed.
Just like Zhu Yuanzhang, if he didn't go on a personal expedition, he would just stay in Nanjing.
Then Huo Qubing had no chance to make a sneak attack.
Although the personal expedition by the imperial commander is good for stimulating the morale of the soldiers, it is also a huge hidden danger.
Once the emperor is attacked and killed, the army will surely collapse.
"It's also because."
Zhuge Liang then said: "This country and us all exist because of you, Your Majesty."
"So Your Majesty, you must be absolutely safe!"
In the battle at the capital of the Qing Empire, luckily Nurhachi summoned the Black Order.
If it were any other demon king, then Cheng Mu would be in danger, and the entire Apocalypse Kingdom would be in danger!
If the generals and soldiers are dead, they can still be recruited.
But once the emperor dies, there will be a change of dynasty.
"but."
Cheng Mu knew that what Zhuge Liang said was true, but he had a reason that could not be ignored.
"If our Apocalypse Empire wants to be strong all the time, then I, the emperor, must be strong!"
The soldiers are strong, the generals are strong, the pets are strong...
No, no, these are actually all external.
Only when you are strong can you be truly powerful.
Wasn’t the Qing Empire strong?
In terms of comprehensive national strength, it initially surpassed the Apocalypse Empire by several miles.
But so what?
It was because Kangxi was weak and did not have the strength to kill the invading Cheng Mu.
Only then did the Qing Empire perish at the hands of the small Apocalypse Kingdom.
"this...."
Facing Cheng Mu's words, Zhuge Liang knew that this must be a conflict situation.
As an emperor, once he is deeply involved in national affairs, he almost loses the opportunity to become stronger again.
But it is not okay to completely ignore government affairs.
"so."
Cheng Mu thought of a good idea: "I will equip you, the first prime minister, with two deputies to serve as the prime minister's left and right."
"Ask them to assist you in handling general political affairs of the country."
"If you deal with a major incident, please report the handling method to me."
"I personally decide on major events related to the future development and life and death of the Apocalypse Empire."
This model is similar to the model of later generations.
As the country's number one figure, he only cares about the most important and important national issues.
For the rest of the incidents, each department performs its own duties and handles it on its own.
And the most important point.
The Apocalypse Empire is different from any country in ancient and modern China and abroad.
In ancient and modern dynasties at home and abroad, everyone under the emperor may have evil intentions, be corrupt and pervert the law, or even covet the throne of the emperor.
But the Apocalypse Empire is different.
Everyone in the Apocalypse Empire is loyal to Cheng Mu. They will only obey Cheng Mu's rule and will not rebel.
In such a stable country, the emperor can indeed have some free time.
This is Cheng Mu's confidence.
My country is different from other countries, so why should I be the same as the emperors of other countries?
"this......"
Zhuge Liang was still a little worried.
"Okay, okay. I can rest assured that I will leave this country to you!"
Cheng Mu patted his shoulder and said, "I know you are worried about my safety."
"But Kong Ming! My current strength is superior to yours!"
Now in the whole world, the only ones who can kill him are the strong ones in the ghost and god realm.
And under the protection of many powerful men with invincibility, teleportation, and demon-suppressing golden orders, Cheng Mu is not that easy to kill.
At least for now, Cheng Mu believes that his safety is guaranteed.
"Well, let's just follow your Majesty's words first."
Since Cheng Mu has said this, Zhuge Liang can only obey the order.
In fact, he also knew.
The world is different, and if you continue to look at problems according to the previous concepts, you will be falling behind.
"Then thank you for your hard work."
Seeing that Zhuge Liang was convinced by him, Cheng Mu was very satisfied.
He gave Zhuge Liang a promise: "Next time any country sends a princess for marriage, I will be the first to give it to you!"
As the first prime minister of the Apocalypse Empire, Zhuge Liang has this qualification.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your favor."
Zhuge Liang saluted, and then shook his head: "However, the status of a princess from another country is noble, so please leave it to your Majesty for your own enjoyment!"
It's not that he's not sexually attracted to women, it's that he has greater ambitions.
"Haha, don't be shy."
Cheng Mu smiled and said: "When my Apocalypse Empire becomes stronger in the future, I will give you, Fengxiao, Zilong, Guan Hai, and everyone a princess from another country!"
Now he has a group of bachelors under his command.
"Goose...thank you, Your Majesty."
Facing such an enthusiastic Cheng Mu, what could Zhuge Liang do?
You can only accept your fate first.
When Cheng Mu came to Ninglan Palace again, his son and daughter had already learned to walk.
"Daddy."
Seeing Cheng Mu's arrival, Cheng Rui and Cheng Ling rushed over with small steps.
"Rui'er! Ling'er!"
Cheng Mu hugged them all and asked, "Are you obedient today?"
In just one month, his children have grown to be one or two years old.
"obedient."
Cheng Rui and Cheng Ling answered in unison.
"Daddy."
At this time, Cheng Rui said again: "I have finished memorizing the Three Character Classic today."
"My mother said she would teach us to read The Analects of Confucius tomorrow."
His tone was full of arrogance.
"Okay, okay."
Cheng Mu praised him: "Ruier is awesome."
However, at this time, Cheng Ling also hurriedly said: "Dad, Ling'er can also do it!"
"Ling'er will also learn martial arts in the future and help daddy fight bad guys!"
The world of children is always so simple and interesting.
Staying with a pair of children, Cheng Mu felt unprecedentedly comfortable.
