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Days later, in his imperial study at Yongding, Xiao Nanfeng asked Zheng Qian, "Mr. Zheng, how are the Immortal cities doing?"
"The forty Immortal cities' governance is now separate from their standing armies. The predominant clans in those cities might be somewhat discomfited, but it hasn't been a problem thus far. They're responsible for maintaining standing armies and defending the cities, while we deal with administration and popular rights. When we replace the various Immortal cities' laws with Dazheng's own, there are sure to be conflicts of interest with prominent clans in those cities, and it'll take some time to smooth everything out," Zheng Qian replied.
"We'll go slowly, then. It's good to have some conflicts. That way, the forces around us will drop their guard," Xiao Nanfeng said.
"Our laws are focused on the people first and foremost. I'm sure they'll see whose rule benefits them more." Zheng Qian smiled.
"As you will, Mr. Zheng. Work to provide practical gains for the common people. If any choose to stand in stubborn resistance, the spectral guards will deal with them."
"Understood!" Zheng Qian...
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