376: Chapter 376 Let Art and Literature Become Weapons of War!

As time passed minute by minute, after all the newly recruited actors had arrived, Zhou Qun stood before the dozen or so new actors. His gaze swept across every face filled with expectation and curiosity. After clearing his throat, he began to introduce the Great Qin Art Troupe with a solemn expression.

"Um..."

Standing before so many people and seeing all their eyes fixed on him, Zhou Qun couldn't help but feel a bit nervous.

After calming his internal nerves, he said to them, "Everyone, welcome to the Great Qin Art Troupe."

"Our art troupe shoulders a significant mission. Its core purpose is to promote patriotism and inspire love and loyalty for the country in every citizen of Great Qin."

The Great Qin Art Troupe was the propaganda war Zhao Fusu had launched to ensure the stability of Great Qin.

Let literature and art become weapons of combat!

"Our art troupe covers various art forms, including court music, opera, drama, as well as large and small choruses. And you all are drama actors!"

As Zhou Qun spoke, a fiery light gleamed in his eyes.

His voice was full of excitement as he said, "Let me tell you..."

"Next, you will participate in the rehearsal and performance of Great Qin's first drama—'the big sword slashes the water bandits of yunmengze.' This drama is of extraordinary significance; it will vividly portray our Great Qin soldiers dispatching a large number of Louchuan Soldiers to wipe out the Yunmengze Water Bandits who dared to commit crimes, harm the people, and attack the train."

"Do you know..."

Having reached this point, Zhou Qun paused deliberately, his gaze sweeping over everyone's faces one by one. Seeing their curious looks, he kept them in suspense for a moment before finally saying, "More importantly, your first performance venue will be the Xianyang Palace!"

"Xianyang Palace?"

"Is that for real?!"

"That's the Xianyang Palace!"

The political center of the entire Great Qin!

They actually had the chance to perform at the Xianyang Palace?

The drama actors were stunned at first, and then a wave of whispering spread through the crowd.

Everyone's expressions were skeptical, feeling that Zhou Qun was just making empty promises.

Zhou Qun didn't stop them either. Only after their discussion ended did he announce loudly, "I'm not making empty promises, and I'm not lying to you."

"This decision was made by His Majesty the Head of State..."

"The location is indeed the Xianyang Palace!"

"We will perform there for His Majesty the Head of State!"

Zhou Qun's voice carried a thick sense of pride.

In an instant, the entire hall seemed to be ignited as all the drama actors became excited.

"Doesn't that mean we can see His Majesty the Head of State? That's His Majesty the Head of State!"

Chen Le couldn't help but exclaim in a low voice, his tone full of reverence and excitement.

"Yes, His Majesty the Head of State is currently the most prominent figure in the Great Qin Empire, a person standing on a pedestal!"

When Zhou Lunfa thought that he also had the chance to see such a god-like man, he felt as if his ancestors were truly blessing him!

His face overflowed with uncontrollable excitement.

Everyone, including Zhou Qun, was in a state of extreme excitement.

Nowadays, Zhao Fusu was the most shining star of Great Qin.

In the Great Qin Empire, his prestige was at its zenith.

He reduced taxes and abolished the poll tax. The grain levy was reduced from over seventy percent to only half, and now it has been further lowered to thirty percent.

He also deregulated the grain trade, allowing the common people to sell grain as they pleased. This greatly improved the lives of those at the bottom.

The corvée labor system was abolished, so there was no more working for free.

He also opened a large number of factories, ensuring that everyone in Great Qin had work to do.

The garment factories he opened allowed every worker to buy clothes at low prices.

The train he invented greatly accelerated travel speeds.

He also invented Paper that was easy to write on, as well as banks where money could beget money...

Speaking of His Majesty the Head of State's achievements, one could talk for three days and three nights without finishing!

To be able to perform in front of such a god-like man was such an honor; it was something they wouldn't even dare to dream of!

"To be able to perform for His Majesty the Head of State at the Xianyang Palace is a blessing we've earned over several lifetimes!"

Chen Le's eyes sparkled with tears of excitement as he said with a sigh of emotion.

"Indeed..."

Zhou Qun said with a serious face, "We must rehearse well and must not make any mistakes!"

"Understood!"

Everyone nodded vigorously, agreeing with his sentiment.