"I have thought long and hard about this. The trouble with previous dynasties lay with powerful ministers, and the trouble with powerful ministers lay in their control over military power. Therefore, apart from the Crown Prince, all other princes shall be granted titles without land, and titles without administrative power. All military forces within the State of Han shall henceforth be placed under the command of the Ministry of War. The Ministry may only dispatch troops for military campaigns upon receiving a clear and direct imperial decree; otherwise, any movement of troops shall be deemed treason!"
"Furthermore, we shall expand the jurisdiction of the Censorate. From officials of the first rank down to the ninth, throughout the entire realm, they shall have the power to investigate all matters thoroughly. Ever since the passing of Shi Bike, the position of Chief Censor has remained vacant for too long. Today, I personally appoint Chen Dao as the new Chief Censor."
Below the jade steps, the assembled officials cupped their hands in unison and shouted, "May the Emperor live forever in your wisdom!" Only three figures stood motionless, as steady as mountains. Upon closer inspection, Jia Lingyun realized that the three were none other than Wuxin, Wugou, and Wuyin.
Chapter 838