Tang Dynasty Mingyue Song Dynasty Pass

Chapter 387
After hearing these suggestions from Su Chen, Han Xizai's eyes lit up. Such a frail scholar, who has never entered the imperial court for training, nor has the experience of walking in the six departments, can propose so many practical ideas, just like Like an official who has been immersed in officialdom for decades, he knows many aspects of national policy.

This kind of ability without learning and skill, relying entirely on knowledge to infer, is really commendable!

Han Xizai has long felt that this Su Chen has a certain talent for governing the country and politics, but it is a pity that he has no chance to hear him explain it in detail, and he keeps it hidden every time. It is rare for Chen to take the initiative to say these things.

But today is different, Su Chen's enthusiasm seems to be mobilized, he began to take the initiative to consider for the Tang Dynasty court, and also made deliberate plans for Sun Dang.

"Master Han, these ideas are all proposed by the juniors, do you think it is feasible?"

Su Chen felt that it is still necessary to test Han Xizai's attitude. If the other party disagrees or disagrees, then there is no need to mention the next thoughts and details.

What I said just now are all introductory ideas, and they are all in a general direction. How to implement the specific strategies in the future is the most critical.

Han Xizai stroked his beard and smiled and said, "I totally agree with Yixuan's idea. If you are willing to make suggestions and have a detailed plan, you might as well say it together. The old man will make decisions for you, and the entire Sun Party will fully cooperate with you!"

"So trust the junior's strategy?" Su Chen was a little surprised.

Han Xizai laughed loudly and said: "The situation in the Tang Kingdom is already like this, how bad can it be? As long as there is hope, it is worth trying. If you make a fuss, it may bring a chance for revival!"

Su Chen admired Han Xizai from the bottom of his heart. He was open-minded and straightforward. After decades of ups and downs in the officialdom, he still had a sincere heart that could infect young people.

With such trust from the other party, Su Chen no longer hides his clumsiness, and intends to tell his thoughts these days.

"Thank you Lord Han for your trust. I have a few plans for the Tang government. I don't know whether it is feasible or not. I will tell you right now. I ask Lord Han and my father-in-law to advise and correct me."

Peng Zeliang was full of joy when he called him "my father-in-law", stroked his beard and said, "Yixuan, let me tell you. I will be with Mr. Han to help you discuss it."

Han Xizai nodded, and looked at Su Chen with anticipation.

Su Chen said solemnly: "Now that the Tang Dynasty has declined in all aspects, it is useless to focus on one aspect alone, and it will not fundamentally change the situation. Therefore, I plan to focus on politics, economy, culture, military affairs, people's livelihood, medical care, Diplomatic and other aspects to start."

"First of all, in terms of politics, one is to suppress the Song Party, which has been mentioned just now, so as to reduce the resistance to governance in the imperial court. The second is to implement reforms, take charge of the central government, and ensure that the economy, culture, trade, and military in the future, The Sun Party can control important functional departments such as the Privy Council, Chengxintang, and the Sixth Ministry, and we can have more officials and disciples to support and take responsibility."

Han Xizai and Peng Zeliang nodded slightly, this is not difficult to understand, it is a kind of usual official fight, they are all familiar with it.

Su Chen continued: "The economic aspect is fundamental, because the two countries are fighting for national power. Now that the Tang Kingdom has lost the thirteen prefectures in Jiangbei, the number of people has decreased, the tax has decreased, and the salt production site has been lost, which has reduced the treasury's income by half. , plus the annual tribute to the Song Dynasty, as well as the expenses of the royal family and court dignitaries, more pressure was transferred to the people, which made the local people's taxes heavier and miserable, which was not conducive to resisting the Song Dynasty."

"So, find another way of making money, so that the national treasury will be full and the financial resources will flow. When the court has money, it can allocate it to the army for training and reduce the pressure on the local people. Only when the country is rich and the people are strong, and the army is strong and the horse is strong, can it compete against the strong Song Dynasty in the north!"

Han Xizai raised a question: "It's easy to say, but how to do it?"

Su Chen replied: "It's complicated to do this. It involves the business system, royal workshops, foreign trade, export trade, etc. I have written an implementation plan. Finally, I will find a way to win the land of Qianyue and use The salt field around Qiantang in Wuyue made up for the shortage."

Han Xizai and Peng Zeliang were a little moved when they heard the words.

Every strategy is not an easy task. There are many interests involved and many obstacles.

The reform of the business system also needs to be discussed by the Chengxintang of the imperial court and the six ministries of the three provinces. Since ancient times, it has been believed that the thinking of scholars, farmers, businessmen and commerce is serious. Although the status of merchants in the Tang Dynasty has improved a lot, it is still difficult to change this fundamental system.

Secondly, to build a royal workshop, what to produce and what to make are the key issues.

In terms of foreign trade, it is mainly to trade with the Korean Peninsula, Fusang, Khitan, South Asia and other countries in exchange for gold, silver and strategic materials.On land, increase trade with the Western Regions, Dali, Southern Han and other countries to earn more wealth back.

Only when the trade becomes active and the external surplus fills the national treasury, the common people can also become rich by doing business, instead of relying entirely on the backward farming economy.

As for attacking the Yue State and snatching the Qiantang salt field, this is the final strategy. The territory of the Southern Tang Dynasty has shrunk, so it must expand to the southeast to increase the population and territory. Most of the burning and killing in Jinling was done by Wu Yue soldiers.

This hidden danger had to be eliminated.

Next, Su Chen also talked about culture, military affairs, people's livelihood, medical care, diplomacy, etc. Many viewpoints are based on reflections on history in the 21st century, combined with the productivity and thinking concepts at that time. combined.

It wasn't too advanced and reached an outrageous state, so after hearing it, Han Xizai couldn't help nodding his head. He felt that there was an idea that was innovative and beyond the past, but also that it was not radical and feasible.

Peng Zeliang was shocked. He used to think that Su Chen could write poems, had literary talent, knew how to make soap, blue and white porcelain, etc., and had the ability to check things, but he never thought that Su Chen's concept of governing the country would be so comprehensive!
He had never heard of Su Chen reading such a book before, and making such remarks. Could it be that he referenced the wisdom of the ancients from the book, and then created these himself?

If this is the case, then Su Chen is really a natural talent, no wonder Han Xizai has always valued him so much.

In the past, Peng Zeliang felt that Han Xizai valued Su Chen too much and made a fuss over a molehill, but now after listening to Su Chen's remarks, he felt that Han Xizai had a sophisticated vision, knew people and used them well, and was much better than himself.

Even his daughter, Peng Qingqing, was better than him. It was Qingqing who got this son-in-law back. Peng Zeliang objected at first, but in the end he couldn't screw his daughter, so he reluctantly agreed.

Thinking about it this way, Peng Zeliang felt a little ashamed when he saw Su Chen talking eloquently and holding Zhizhu.

(End of this chapter)