Black Corporation: Joseon

Chapter 1070: Pavement Stone (5)

What Wu used as a means here was the second process of the test. The exam to go from level 5 to level 4 had to be taken twice. One was an individual exam taken over two days. It was a test that examined the candidate’s knowledge of studying abroad and work.

“Compared to the second time, it’s a piece of cake.”

Most of the applicants who took the test were recognized for their academic and work skills. No, only those people were encouraged to take the test. The real strainer was the second test Wu was aiming for. It was a test called ‘One Month of Hell’.

-The test taker chooses one ball from the box whose interior is covered.

-The test taker who chose the ball is placed in a class with the test takers who have the same color ball. In this way, six divisions, one judge each, and one judge are created.

-Test assignments are given to those who form the class like this. The task at hand is to draft a policy to run the empire and create legal and statutory standards for it.

-Cooperation, coordination, leadership, etc. shown in the process of solving tasks are scored. Of course, the completeness of the answer is also an important grading criterion.

-Three graders are assigned to each class, and success is determined based on the evaluation forms each student submits.

-The process of taking the second test takes 15 days for 1 month of grading.

It was a difficult test that made people say, ‘Just hearing your name again makes me vomit.’ And most of those who took this test said this.

“If you take that test, you will know why ‘communist distribution theory’ is nonsense.”

As ‘leadership’ was included in the evaluation criteria, the battle of spirit and horns to become the leader was great. The problems that came down to the task were not easy. In other words, they were tasks that involved the operation of the entire empire and involved all 6 departments and the judges and referees.

In other words, ‘a sweet situation that only I am comfortable with’ was a task that would never happen. Even though we coordinated with each other, we couldn’t avoid the feeling that I was the only one taking on more, and fights often broke out over this. And the grader meticulously recorded and evaluated all of this. Because it was a test like this, Wu used it as the ‘optimal means.’

* * *

“With this background, I will assign ‘All Out War’ as an assignment for this exam.”

“Hmm…”

Hyeon, who was nodding his head while listening to Woo’s report, asked Woo.

“Did you choose this test just for that reason?”

“No. ‘All-out war’ is not something that will happen right now. It is a measure to deal with situations that may arise in the future. Those taking the exam now will be the ones who will move the government in that ‘future’ time. From now on. “Those who know and think ahead will be able to get through it well even when something real happens.”

“That’s a good answer.”

Hyun, satisfied with Woo’s answer, stamped the plan and continued speaking.

“While you’re at it, make sure you explain it properly to the prime minister and ministers.”

“……yes.”

The next day, Wu explained his plan to the prime ministers and ministers.

“….This is what happens.”

After hearing Wu’s explanation, Han Chi-hyeong and the ministers calculated the possibilities and the pros and cons. Han Chi-hyeong, who had been counting for a moment, came forward and told Hyun.

“The Crown Prince has really thought of a good way. I think it would be best to do it this way.”

Following Han Chi-hyeong, Seong-jun spoke.

“If those currently working with Ming Japan work at the front, those who pass this test will be the right people to support them from behind. If those at the front act proactively and those at the back provide strong support, the empire will have no worries.”

“I am truly glad that the crown prince has thought of such a good way to conduct national affairs. The crown prince is so wise, and the future of the empire is bright.”

“Hahaha! It makes me feel good to be a father before an emperor because you treat him so favorably. However, the crown prince’s experience is still shallow, so I hope that the princes will do their best to help him.”

“I follow your orders!”

Hyeon looked at Woo with a proud expression.

‘child! They kept making me anxious, but now they’re doing it right!’

The ministers also responded positively, and the emperor gave his approval, so Wu’s method was chosen. And the applicants who took the test this time had a hard time sleeping at night.

“I heard that the second assignment that will be released this time is from Tae Sang-tae…”

“Ha~. Should I give up on this exam? Even if I lose out to my classmates in career terms…..”

“It’s not easy either. It’s the beginning. “It may have been the case, but the execution is up to the crown prince. If you make a mistake, the crown prince could be punished.”

“If that happens, your success will be a disaster…”

“What should I do about this?”

Although the test takers had trouble sleeping at night, they ultimately chose to take the test.

“If you take the test and fail, you’ll be marked as ‘bad luck,’ but if you give up, you’ll be marked as ‘incompetent.’”

“The answer was fixed.”

* * *

Even as the Unjong family was buzzing with tests to identify those who would be responsible for the future rearguard of the empire, the officials carrying out collaboration with Ming and Japan were concentrating on their duties.

“Those who are with Ming Japan now will be responsible for the front lines of the empire in the future, and those who pass this test will be responsible for the rear lines of the empire.”

As Seongjun’s words to Hyeon spread, these officials became proud and burdened at the same time.

“The fact that His Majesty the Emperor did not say anything to Admiral Seongjun’s words means that His Majesty the Emperor also recognized the importance of what we are doing!”

“If you don’t show a good performance in the process of completing this project, your success will be a cakewalk!”

Realizing once again that this was both an opportunity and a crisis, imperial officials began to work even harder. No, not only did they work hard, but they also began to improve Ming and Japanese officials.

“Come on! Come on! The sun is shining again today! Let’s work. Work!”

“Considering the time it takes for news to come from the Ottomans and Persians, we can’t sit still and wait! We have to prepare in advance so we can respond right away! Let’s get to work!”

The imperial officials’ rash actions left Ming and Japanese officials in tears.

“Did these people take the wrong medicine…”

“It’s still too much for them…” Even

after they started collaborating together, the Ming and Japanese officials were busy keeping up with the pace at which the imperial officials worked. . However, when the speed was increased further, Ming and Japanese officials began to cry.

“Get some rest. Let’s do it!”

“I’m going to die like this!”

Imperial officials frowned at the complaints of Ming and Japanese officials.

“Huh! What is the duty of a subject? Isn’t he supposed to risk his life for his country? He neglects his country’s work just because it’s hard? What a disgrace!”

“If you’re having a hard time, file an appeal for resignation and ask for a new person to be sent. It’s easier then.”

“Eunuch Sajikso. Then you can feel at ease. Very well~! You can rest comfortably.”

In response to the imperial officials’ reactions, Ming and Japanese officials gritted their teeth and desperately clung to their work. This was because they also knew very well that this was an important juncture that would determine their future.

“If you get through this well, you will be successful, but if you do it wrong, your life will end after just one job!”

“If you voted to run for office, shouldn’t you have a good reputation?”

In the end, they too piled up the tonics and black bean tea next to each other and started working hard.

* * *

After sorting out matters inside Persia to some extent, imperial and Ming Japanese officials turned their attention to the Ottomans.

“Among the sons of Bayezid II, the Sultan of Danggeum, the most powerful are three. These three are called Khorkud Ahmet Suleyman or Selim.”

“Who is the most powerful among the three?”

“Both Korkud and Suleyman have experienced military failure at least once. Considering this, Ahmet is the most likely. However, for the same reason, Ahmet is at the greatest disadvantage.”

“huh?’

The Ming and Japanese officials who were questioning the imperial official’s answer soon understood what he meant and nodded.

“I see. Since they occupy the most powerful position, they must have a lot to ask for.”

“The other two will have no choice but to concede a lot to the European powers that are trying to help them.”

“Is the conclusion that all is well?”

In the analysis of Ming and Japanese officials. The imperial official added,

“We must add one more condition. Janissaries.”

“Ah….”

“I forgot about them.”

The Ottoman Empire’s elite unit and the Sultan’s guards were the Janissaries. Before becoming an empire, the Ottoman army consisted of warriors sent from the tribes that made up the Ottoman Empire. It was nothing more than a collection of soldiers. As a result, it was impossible to organize them to move in an orderly manner, and most of their power consisted of light cavalry. The

Janissaries were created as a standing army that could correct this imbalance in power and move in an organized manner. And the Janissaries. It did its job brilliantly. As a result, the Janissaries of Danggeum became the sultan’s most powerful weapon and at the same time the one on which the sultan felt the most burden. The

imperial official concluded the explanation of the Janissary items with the following words.

“The person who wants to become the next sultan will be the one who secures the support of the Janissaries or suppresses them, or succeeds in one of the two.” “

Is there any information about who the Janissaries are supporting now?”

“It is not apparent on the outside, but it flows little by little. Based on the rumors coming out, it seems like they support Suleiman.”

“Hmm…”

“Hmm… Then the choice of the European powers is….”

After hearing the explanation, Ming and Japanese officials said that Europe The powers began to consider which candidate to choose.

– First of all, Ahmet is the strongest based on the power he has right now, so it is certain that the preference for Ahmet will be the lowest.

– In that case, the only remaining candidates are Korkud and Suleiman. Since both have suffered great military losses, it is certain that they will give up a lot.

-Here, the variable of the Janissaries arises. In that case, Suleiman is also far from being chosen.

-Korkud is the best opponent, but if this continues, the European powers will be in trouble. As competition among European powers arises, Korkud may end up in a superior situation.

– If so, the best way to avoid this is…

The Ming and Japanese officials who have discussed it up to this point all use the same word. “ Purge

.”

“Purge would be the answer.”

Imperial officials also nodded at the words of Ming and Japanese officials.

“In Persia, the Kyzilbashii and in the Ottomans, the Janissaries will be the targets of purge.”

One of the officials of the Ming Dynasty, who had remained silent despite the words that were almost certain, raised a counterargument to his colleagues.

“The Janissaries are the most important group that protects the sultan’s power. Are you really going to purge them?”

“The king is capable of purging. Have you forgotten that politics involves eliminating no matter how powerful a faction is if it is not mine?”

“I agree. Especially if it’s something that makes the Sultan notice, it’s best to get rid of it when you have the chance. Have you forgotten Tosagupin?”