Opening with a Poem, Shocking the Entire Court of Civil and Military Officials!.

Summary

Huang Long Xiang's unexpected performance during a military exercise highlighted his youth and underestimation of battlefield dynamics. The Yellow and Mysterious Battalions showcased impressive skills, with the latter winning narrowly. Qin Ying, preferring action over words, rewarded participants with 300,000 taels of gold, igniting public enthusiasm for military service. His rhetoric transformed the perception of soldiers from mere conscripts to honored heroes, promising wealth and legacy. This approach ensured a surge in enlistment interest, while Qin Ying's financial success from the salt market solidified his rising power and influence.

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