The slightest misstep could lead to the nobles banding together to cause trouble. The entire Qin Kingdom could fracture, and the other Allied States would be even more likely to take advantage of the weakness.
However, the Sovereign of Qin issued a Holy Decree to recruit Guest Ministers from the Allied States.
The Sovereign of Qin used the three-tiered Guest Minister system that Xiao Mo had proposed as a foundation, establishing even more specific regulations.
Broadly speaking, it came down to three points.
First, appointments were based solely on talent. Regardless of one's background—be it a fallen noble, a commoner, or even a foreign spy—anyone with genuine ability could be hired.
Second, merit was paramount, not empty reputation. The only real currency for advancement was "merit," especially military achievements and tangible policy results. Those who only spoke of benevolence and morality would find it difficult to gain a foothold in the Qin Kingdom.
