"Although the situation in the court is temporarily calm, there are undercurrents."

"Those neutrals, ministers, and the remnants of the aristocratic families are all looking for opportunities to counterattack."

“These hidden dangers must be eliminated as soon as possible.”

Chen Ping immediately said: "I have arranged for the Jinyiwei to continue to secretly monitor these forces."

"However, the remnants of the family are hiding very deeply, especially in the local areas. Their influence cannot be underestimated."

Ying Yuan said coldly: "The local aristocratic families have long been entangled with the interests of the imperial court. They are trying to use local resources to confront the imperial court."

"But this time, I won't give them any chances."

"Pass the order down. Local officials must strictly investigate the remaining members of the aristocratic family. If there is any unusual movement, report it immediately. No leniency will be shown."

Chen Ping nodded and said, "My lord, you are wise. I will make arrangements immediately."

"The remnants of the local aristocratic families are indeed a hidden danger. We must eradicate their influence as soon as possible."

Ying Yuan's eyes were cold, with a hint of determination flashing in them.

"I have already said that the era of aristocratic family power is over."

"I will not leave any room for this cleansing."

"They want to use local power to compete with the imperial court, so let them know that the local army and resources belong to Daqin."

"If they dare to make any further moves, they will be courting their own destruction."

Chen Ping was shocked after hearing this. He knew that Ying Yuan was already prepared to completely eradicate the remaining members of the aristocratic family.

"You are absolutely right, sir. I will make arrangements as soon as possible to ensure that the remaining members of the local noble families have nowhere to escape."

Ying Yuan stood on the high platform, his eyes calm and determined.

The storm had not yet completely subsided, but he had already taken control of the situation.

"Neutralists in the court, Xiongnu in the border areas, remnants of local aristocratic families..."

“These are the challenges I have to face, but no one can stop me from moving forward.”

"I, Ying Yuan, am destined to bring Daqin into a brand new era."

His words were firm and powerful, like an order, echoing in every corner of the palace.

Chen Ping bowed slightly, retreated silently, and prepared to carry out Ying Yuan's orders.

Ying Yuan's eyes were still cold, but his thoughts had already flown to the future situation.

He knew that the Qin Dynasty was at a critical moment.

Internal hidden dangers have not yet been completely eliminated, and external threats are approaching step by step.

But he never wavered in his determination.

"Whether it's the Huns, the noble families, or those wavering neutrals."

"They can't stop me."

Ying Yuan's voice was low but full of power.

"I, Ying Yuan, am destined to become the helmsman of Daqin."

"Anyone who tries to stand in my way will be ruthlessly swept away."

The night gradually enveloped the entire Xianyang city, but Ying Yuan's heart was still surging.

He knew that this power game had just begun.

Every step must be taken with caution, and every decision will determine the future of Daqin.

And he will never lose in this game.

“The storm is coming, but I’m ready for it.”

Ying Yuan stood on the high platform, gazing into the distance, his eyes filled with endless determination and decisiveness.

He had already prepared for the worst.

"No matter what kind of storms lie ahead, I will keep going step by step."

He clenched his fists gently, as if holding his future destiny in his hands.

"This Great Qin is destined to move towards new glory under my control." As night fell, the palace lanterns in Xianyang were already lit, shrouding the entire palace city in a warm glow.

However, the atmosphere in the East Palace study was still solemn.

Ying Yuan stood in front of the window, looking down at the brightly lit Xianyang City in the distance, his brows furrowed.

"This city seems to be prosperous as usual, but the undercurrent has begun to surge."

He whispered to himself, his tone calm and decisive.

Chen Ping stood aside, holding the latest secret report in his hand. His expression was normal, but there was a hint of uneasiness between his brows.

"Sir, the news from the border has been delivered."

"The Huns are indeed gathering their forces and preparing to launch a surprise attack before winter."

Ying Yuan turned around and looked directly at Chen Ping with sharp eyes.

"The Xiongnu have been looking for opportunities over the years."

"They thought we were unstable internally, so they wanted to take advantage of the situation."

"This time, I want to make them understand thoroughly that the Qin Empire cannot be easily shaken by them."

Chen Ping nodded and said, "I have already mobilized the elite troops of the Central Army to the border according to your order."

"But I am worried that the Xiongnu's attack may only be the first step. They may also be secretly colluding with certain forces in the court."

Ying Yuan sneered, with a hint of contempt in his eyes.

"The remnants of the aristocratic families and the neutral faction in the court are all waiting for the opportunity."

"They thought the Huns could be pawns in their quest to overthrow me."

"But they are wrong. This time, not only will the Xiongnu be defeated, but none of those who are secretly plotting will escape either."

Chen Ping's heart trembled slightly, he knew very well Ying Yuan's determination and decisiveness.

"What the young master said is absolutely true."

"I have arranged for the Royal Guards to secretly monitor the neutral faction in the court and the remaining factions of the local aristocratic families."

"But these people are hiding very deeply, especially the local aristocratic families. They have close ties with the generals on the border and are difficult to eradicate completely."

Ying Yuan's eyes were cold and his tone was firm and unquestionable.

"The entanglement of the aristocratic families' power makes it difficult for us to eradicate them all at once."

"But I have already said that the era of aristocratic families is over."

"They rely on local forces to fight against the imperial court. This time, I want to make them understand thoroughly that the army and resources of the Qin Dynasty will always belong to the imperial power."

Chen Ping nodded and said, "Young Master is wise."

"I will continue to intensify my efforts and conduct a thorough investigation of the remaining members of the local aristocratic families."

"But if we want to completely eradicate these forces, we may need to further mobilize local forces, especially those local generals who are loyal to you."

Ying Yuan pondered for a moment, then said, "You are right."

"The local aristocratic families are colluding with the neutral faction in the court. This time we must completely sever the connection between them."

"Pass the order down, mobilize the loyal generals in the localities, and begin the secret purge of the aristocratic families in various places."

"We can't let anyone know. We have to act quickly and decisively."

Chen Ping was slightly startled. He knew that Ying Yuan was going to take complete action this time.

"I understand that this operation must be carried out vigorously and without any omissions."

"Don't worry, sir. I will personally supervise this matter."

Ying Yuan nodded, and then said: "These aristocratic families have long been a hidden danger to the Qin Dynasty."

"Not only do they have huge economic and military power in the local area, they have also cultivated a large number of supporters in the government."

"If they are not completely eliminated, they will sooner or later become the bane of the Qin Dynasty."

Chen Ping deeply agreed with this and was full of admiration for Ying Yuan's decision. (End of this chapter)