Han Shizu

Chapter 1149 Liangshan Guanzheng
Going up the mountain to enjoy the scenery, go fishing in the water, and stay overnight at the farmhouse, Emperor Liu enjoyed a rural life in Liangshan. Although it was pleasant, it was only a momentary pleasure after all.On the contrary, the children who followed had a good time, it was rare that they were not bound by the court rules, they could laugh out loud and run around wantonly.

Of course, during the play, Emperor Liu's attention could not help but be attracted by the living conditions of the people at the bottom.He was quite satisfied with the results of the inspection.

In Liangshan, he visited three villages and one village, and the feedback he got was that the local people are very satisfied with the current life.It has basically been done, there is a field to cultivate, a house to live in, and no shortage of food and clothing.

As a close-to-the-people emperor who came out of the war years, Liu Chengyou knew too well how difficult the people of the Han Dynasty were in the past. It could almost be said that the whole country was full of hunger.Although backed by green mountains and green waters, the products are abundant and cannot represent the whole world, but such a scene is enough to make him happy.

From the mouths of the local villagers, the most important feedback is that the Kaibao New Deal, after several years of promotion, has achieved good results, and the burden on the people has indeed been reduced.

There are only two policies that are most popular with the people. One is the reduction of the tax, which is now the lowest in history. Up to now, every household in the Liangshan area has at least six people, and the population has increased. , especially in recent years.

The second is the reduction of tax revenue. Under the two-tax tax system, each state pays taxes according to the quota of the imperial court. The people near Liangshanbo are relatively rich. It is heavy, but because of the large population base, it is not too much to spread to every household.

However, for some poor areas, the court's preferential policies did not achieve very good results.The biggest disadvantage of the two-tax tax system is that it is difficult to achieve fairness. The idea that the poor pay less and the rich pay more has not been reflected.

In fact, Emperor Liu was also aware of the issue of the tax system, but he hadn't made any big moves.There are two main reasons. One is that at present, the two tax laws are still in line with the development of the times. It is a mature system that has been implemented for a long time and has been accepted by the whole and the outside world. It should not be easily overturned;

The second is that, of course, there are disadvantages, but for the current big man, the society is in a stage of rapid development, political stability, clean government, economic explosion, all social contradictions are covered up in this advancing wave of the times Woke up.

As an emperor, maintaining the rule is the first thing. Before the problem erupts, why take the initiative to poke it out, causing internal and external turmoil.

Changes in the past dynasties have their own specific historical conditions and environments. Just like the various reform measures after Emperor Liu ascended the throne, the situation has developed to a certain extent. He has the basis and conditions for reform and conforms to the development trend of the times. Emperor Liu belongs to the trend The facilitator of the tide.

The reason for the tax system is the same. Although there is foresight and the flaws and deficiencies of the tax system can be seen, but the flaws are not concealed, and it can better meet the current ruling needs. Emperor Liu will not change easily.Small adjustments are possible, but major changes need to be made carefully. Unknowingly, Emperor Liu has also transformed from an aggressive reformer to a conservative.

According to Emperor Liu's knowledge, perhaps a relatively fair tax system can be achieved, and it must be divided into acres and taxed according to the amount of land.However, with the current population status of the big man, do we need to implement it impatiently?
Furthermore, is it true that the so-called "spreading into the mu" can be done once and for all?Obviously not, no matter how good the system is, after all, it needs people to implement and maintain it. As long as people have problems, it will be useless after all.Emperor Liu has ruled the country for so many years, and many problems can be seen very clearly.

On the last night in Liangshan, instead of staying at the farmhouse, the local people set up a mountain temple at the foot of the mountain. As a contemporary god, it is not a big problem to borrow the temple of the little mountain god to stay overnight.

Although it is already late spring and summer is about to enter, it is still a bit cold when night falls, especially near the water, where the trees are densely shaded and the water vapor is heavy.

The establishment of the mountain temple is obviously based on Feng Shui. The location is good and the view is excellent. However, Emperor Liu and his party also made the temple a lot more fireworks.

Several tents were erected high, and the accompanying guards were closely guarding the surroundings. The maids were waiting on them. Facing the lake, the bonfire was burning brightly, and the fat fish he personally caught today was grilled on the grill.

The eldest princess Liu Jia was tired after playing all day, she leaned against Emperor Liu and stared at her eyes.Seeing this, Emperor Liu gestured to Xiaofu: "If you are sleepy, go and rest first!"

Xiao Fu naturally wouldn't, it's rare to have this kind of opportunity to serve alone, in the past few days in Liangshan, there were no other concubines, no other princes and daughters, so she really felt like a "family".Therefore, even if he was a little tired, he still expressed his desire to accompany Emperor Liu.

Emperor Liu didn't force her, but Liu Jia couldn't take it any longer, so he apologized and went back to his small tent first to go to bed.The Ninth Prince Liu Shu is 11 years old, and he is handsome. Among the princes, except for the Fifth Prince Liu Yun, he is the most mischievous.

As he gradually grew up, the personalities of Emperor Liu's sons were also revealed. In terms of family background, Liu Shu was considered outstanding, but this kid liked everything except studying.For example, going out of the palace this time, touching fish and playing in the water, cutting bamboo and weaving boats, I had a great time.

At this time, he was still staring at the fish on the grill.Seeing his gluttonous expression, Emperor Liu couldn't help being amused: "I haven't eaten any delicacies in the palace, but this kind of grilled fish has hooked you out of greed?"

When staying at the farmhouse, Liu Shuke was extremely repulsive when faced with the food of the common people.If it weren't for being hungry, I really wouldn't try that simple meal.

At this time, facing the emperor's father's question, Liu Shu couldn't help shrinking his neck, and seemed to recall the scene of being scolded by Emperor Liu for being picky eaters two days ago.

Pointing to one of the fishes that had been grilled brown, Liu Shu responded, "This is a fish that I netted with my own hands. Of course I have to taste it!"

Emperor Liu smiled, and turned his eyes to the distant Liangshan Pond again. Under the darkness, the criss-crossed harbor branch looked more mysterious and quiet, and there were some lights looming in the dense forest.

"This beautiful place, I think Liangshan can set up a town!" Emperor Liu said, "In this way, the people at the foot of the mountain won't have to go to the market by boat!"

"Yes!" Zhang Quhuahou stood aside and hurriedly wrote down the matter.

Emperor Liu also took a look at the topography of Liangshan, and with his not-so-great military vision, he could tell that this was indeed an excellent place for green forests to gather.

As soon as he opened his mouth, it was conceivable that a new town would rise under Liangshan.

"There is one more thing, you should also write it down!" Emperor Liu kept thinking, and continued: "Ding's Fu will be reduced, everyone will be happy, and there will still be a lot of folk new students. What I mean is based on the records recorded in the five years of Kaibao. For proof, the Ding tax will be collected according to this in the future, and after five years of opening the treasure, the increase in population will not be within the scope of collection, and from now on, there will never be a Ding tax!"

"Your Majesty, once this edict is issued, I'm afraid there will be dissent from the court!" Zhang Quhua couldn't help saying, "After 20 years, the court will lose a large amount of money and taxes!"

"You said it all, it will happen in 20 years!" Emperor Liu waved his hand: "You can send it back to Tokyo for discussion at the Political Affairs Hall, but I still need to implement what I mean!"

"Yes! If this edict is passed, it is conceivable that the people of the world should thank His Majesty for his kindness!" Zhang Quhua is a smart man who understands Emperor Liu's intentions.

That's right, Emperor Liu played the trick of "never adding a gift". For a big man, forty coins a year is not too much. Therefore, as far as the current situation is concerned, the cost of investment is not high .Only after the population skyrocketed, with a huge base, would it be a huge income, but if the empire developed to the point where the poll tax could affect the country's finances, then there would definitely be problems with such an empire.

Moreover, dime is not added, but the regular tax and various corvees can be adjusted in real time.As a monarch, Emperor Liu knew all too well what was going on with the highly respected "never add a gift".

But no matter what, Emperor Liu can foresee that after five years of opening the treasure, the common people will have more motivation to give birth, and the population of the Han Dynasty will continue to explode.

(End of this chapter)