There are more than 200,000 forbidden troops, 700,000 reserve knights, and thousands of Templar knights and magicians.
There are millions of civilians watching at the outermost periphery, waiting eagerly for the new king to ascend the throne.
Chen Feng has discussed specific matters with Princess Leia in advance, and all subsequent matters will be left to him with full authority.
"Now that the divine authority has been overturned, the nearly two hundred-year-old hierarchical system of the sacred temple will also be overturned. From now on, nobles, commoners and slaves are collectively called citizens. After real-name registration, personal documents will be distributed and there will no longer be distinctions in identity and personality.
, all free men are equal.
After the promulgation of the new law, rewards and punishments will be distinguished, with heavy penalties for guilty and heavy rewards for meritorious service. Crimes committed by the royal family and nobles will be the same as civilians. Medals and emblems will be retained, but the awarding of titles and military ranks will no longer be hereditary and will be replaced by a military merit system.
Anyone who has accomplished military exploits can be promoted to a higher rank, regardless of their origin."
Fortunately, Chen Feng had taken several history classes before and knew a thing or two about the reform.
He stood on a high platform and explained the contents of the new law one by one. In fact, to put it bluntly, these contents evolved from Shang Yang's reforms. At that time, in order to prepare for the exam, he memorized the specific contents of the reforms overnight. Unexpectedly, it would be put to great use now.
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If the Monty Kingdom wants to become strong, rule Azeroth, and conquer other continents across the sea, these so-called old concepts must be abolished.
Equality and freedom are principles, governing the country according to law is the foundation, and rewards and punishments for military merit are a must.
If you want to change the concept of theocratic dictatorship, you have to do it step by step. You can't eat hot tofu in a hurry.
Chen Feng's speech shocked Greenland and many commanders behind him. This was the ideal country they dreamed of realizing.
Before this, no one dared to say these words easily, because they would be tied to a cross and burned to death as a heretic.
"This idea is too avant-garde. It is at least hundreds of years ahead of the Monty Kingdom." Greenland's admiration for Chen Feng deepened.
In his heart, he is full of curiosity about the mysterious eastern continent where Chen Feng lives, and dreams of one day being able to go there and explore the mysteries.
The reason why the Monty Kingdom was able to crush hundreds of tribes and become the ruling class of Azerothia was not only because of the blessing of magic. The Pope brought more advanced concepts, such as training regular knights, dividing noble medals and knight insignia.
Yao.
He led the human race from barbarism to civilization and was ahead of other races in thinking.
And Chen Feng will definitely bring the Monty Kingdom to a higher level of civilization.
But as soon as these words came out, they immediately caused a sensation in the whole audience, especially the civilian slaves and the sword-wielding knights, who felt incredible.
"It's all a lie. It's a face-saving project. It's just talk and cannot be trusted!"
"How can civilians have the same status as nobles? Would the chief minister be stupid enough to do something that harms the interests of nobles?"
"Just listen to what the royal family and nobles say, there is no way they can fulfill their promises."
Everyone whispered and complained secretly.
"There is a stone pillar under my feet, which weighs about four hundred kilograms. If anyone can carry it around the high platform, I will award him the Medal of Viscount."
Seeing everyone's hesitation, Chen Feng continued: "Let's do this, reward him with another two million gold coins."
"Who can carry these more than 400 kilograms of stone pillars? It is most likely a new game that the nobles have just come up with as a prelude to their ascension to the throne, to make fun of us commoners."
Nobles and ministers often do similar things, but the rewards agreed in advance are not given at all. No matter good or bad, there will be punishment.
Although the reward proposed by Chen Feng was tempting enough, no one dared to try it.
"Then let's add another two million gold coins, and a hundred acres of fertile land as a reward." Chen Feng remained calm and kept adding chips.
Under the heavy reward, there will be desperate people.
"What on earth is the chief assistant doing? Giving out such a generous reward at once?"
On the contrary, the commanders behind him were confused and couldn't figure out what kind of medicine was sold in the gourd of their first assistant?
"Let me try it!"
A tall sword-wielding knight put down his long sword, took off his shabby coat, and walked straight to the high platform.
"Brother, don't go. They are just teasing you. If you can't lift the stone pillar, it may endanger the lives of the whole clan." Someone tried to stop him.
"My wife, children, and parents have long been killed by the orcs' butcher knives. I am alone and fearless."
The tall knight stopped in front of the stone steps, knelt down and saluted Chen Feng, "First Minister, I am willing to try. I have been carrying goods at the port since I was a child. I have nothing else but my strength."
"May I have your name?"
"The villain has no name and no surname, so he is nicknamed Silly Big Guy." Silly Big Guy buried his head very low and treated Chen Feng with respect.
After getting Chen Feng's permission, the stupid man picked up the stone pillar, walked slowly around the high platform, and then carefully put the stone pillar down, for fear of breaking it and causing death.
"Yes, on behalf of Princess Leia, I announce that I will award the Silly Big Viscount, a hundred acres of fertile land, and four million gold coins."
Chen Feng waved his robe, and the Forbidden Army Guards brought the rewards. In addition to the land deed, there were also more than a dozen boxes full of gold coins. These physical rewards were directly given to the silly big man.
"Chief Assistant, I don't dare to ask for it. I am satisfied with just one gold coin." The stupid man picked up a gold coin and hurriedly retreated, but the imperial army blocked his way and caught him back.
"Oops, this stupid guy may die!" The knights who were watching all sighed secretly and mourned for him.
But Chen Feng held the medal in his hand, stepped down from the high platform, and personally put the Viscount Medal on the silly big man, "It's not just the gold coin in your palm, these rewards are all yours, take them all."
Seeing this scene, both the knights and the common people were filled with regret. The great opportunity for promotion was right in front of them, but they failed to cherish it.
Only then did the commanders understand Chen Feng's true intention, which was to establish integrity for the royal family.
"In the future, as long as you have outstanding military exploits, regardless of your status, you can be awarded the Medal of Nobility."
After establishing his prestige, Chen Feng opened the scroll and announced: "From now on, the Monty Kingdom will be officially renamed the Monty Empire, the king will be abolished, the name will be changed to the Great Emperor, and Princess Leia will serve as the first empress of the Monty Empire.
And I will continue to serve as the chief minister, Earl Heyman will serve as the supreme commander of the country, and other positions will not be described one by one."
"Then the enthronement ceremony officially begins now..."
"Chen Feng, wait a minute, I have something to say." Liya interrupted Chen Feng, "I, Monty Liya, swear by the honor of the Monty clan, I am willing to abdicate the throne to the chief minister Chen Feng.
maple."
If the Monti Empire wants to be strong, it must have a qualified ruler.
Compared with Chen Feng, Leah felt inferior. During the time they spent together day and night, she was also attracted by all kinds of wonderful things in the Eastern world. She hoped from the bottom of her heart that Chen Feng could develop the Monty Kingdom into a new country of freedom and equality.
As a mere chief minister, it is obvious that he cannot do this, so he must give up the real power of the kingdom to Chen Feng and let him have free rein to do what he wants.