Han Shizu

Chapter 1728 New Deal for the People
Liu Jichang, who was so star-studded one moment ago, withdrew all his majesty and demeanor the next moment, and even felt a little nervous.Seeing Liu Yang, he stepped forward and bowed respectfully: "Your Highness is here, but he begged for forgiveness before he could meet you far away."

Liu Yang glanced out subconsciously. After Liu Jichang left the table, he became much quieter.Looking at him, Liu Yang smiled lightly and said, "I heard that you are married. It's such a happy event, so I came here specially to ask for a glass of wine and drink, to be happy. It's just that I came here uninvited, and I need your master's forgiveness!"

There was something wrong with this remark, Liu Jichang's heart tightened, and he hurriedly said humbly: "Your Highness is serious. I only feel honored that Your Highness can come, but this trivial matter of yours is really out of the question, how dare you disturb Your Highness."

"The banquet hall in the Taihe Building is not on the stage either. Is it not bright enough, or not flashy enough?" Liu Yang asked rhetorically.

You know, when Liu Yang accepted Xiao Chuo back then, he didn't make any big fuss, he didn't even hold a decent banquet, he just went through a simple etiquette process, that's all.Therefore, seeing Liu Jichang taking a concubine and making such a big splash, how could Liu Yang have no idea.

Liu Jichang was not drunk, and understood the voice, he cupped his hands eagerly and said, "I'm guilty!"

Like Emperor Liu, Liu Yang didn't like his ministers pleading guilty at every turn. Emperor Liu thought it was hypocritical, but Liu Yang thought it was a sign of evasion and evasion of responsibility when things happened, which was useless.

"Don't be so busy apologizing!" Liu Yang waved his hand vigorously, and frowned slightly, and said, "I'm just curious, the majestic governor of Kaifeng, the son of Prince Xu, is full of attention from the court, the whole city is watching, and he has a concubine. , need to be so ostentatious, I wish all the scholars and people in the city knew about it. Where is the court ceremony? Where is the system?"

Hearing this, Liu Jichang couldn't stand anymore, and quickly knelt down: "I didn't think well, and I acted like Meng Lang, which was disgraceful. Please forgive me, Your Highness. Then I ordered you to withdraw the banquet!"

"Having created such a big scene, do you want to add some criticism?" Liu Yang asked.

It's not that Liu Jichang doesn't understand the truth, but just expressing an attitude, so he bowed his head and said, "Your Majesty will obey your orders."

Liu Yang looked at Liu Jichang silently for a while, and said again: "Get up!"

"Thank you, Your Highness!" Liu Jichang couldn't help but heaved a sigh of relief.

"Who are there for the banquet?"

"Except for some relatives, friends and colleagues, the rest are dignitaries and sages in Tokyo!" Liu Jichang replied honestly, observing Liu Yang's expression, and seeing that his expression softened, he said cautiously:
"Your Majesty, please let me know that this banquet is not purely due to vanity. In order to accept the congratulatory gift, I heard the compliments from those people in the hall, but there are other reasons."

Hearing what Liu Jichang said, Liu Yang raised his eyebrows and stared straight at him: "Oh? I'd like to hear what's hidden in it."

Feeling the prince's skeptical attitude, Liu Jichang couldn't help but hold his breath, he had already said the words, so he naturally wanted to round them up.

After organizing his words a bit, Liu Jichang cupped his hands and said: "Your Highness, I have been in the Kaifeng Mansion for a year. Although I have no major faults, I have made no achievements for the country and the people. I feel quite ashamed every time I think about it.

I dare not claim to be exhausted, but I am not lacking in thinking. Recently, I have discussed with my staff, listened to the group's discussion, and made up my mind to do what I can for the people under the rule of Kaifeng, and do my best to repay your majesty's reward. . "

Hearing Liu Jichang's circling words, although Liu Yang didn't feel impatient, his brows were furrowed: "The thing you think you can do is today's thing?"

Liu Jichang shook his head again and again, and said: "Under Chencha's rule, the city of Tokyo is naturally prosperous, but under the jurisdiction of Kaifeng, besides the city of Tokyo, there are other 20 counties with nearly [-] households.

Previously, the government was in charge of the government and neglected the people of these counties and towns. Although they are located in the hinterland of Gyeonggi and bathed in the glory of the capital, they did not enjoy much benefit compared to the common people in the capital.

What's more, in order to feed the capital, there are many burdens, and there are many poor and poor people in the villages.Therefore, the minister overestimated his own strength and wanted to offer favors to the people under his rule as compensation.

The minister intends to carry out construction projects, widen roads, build reservoirs and dredge ditches in the counties under Kaifeng Prefecture.Last year, the output of the fields decreased, and the livelihood of small farmers and people was very difficult. I also plan to subsidize them accordingly."

While narrating, while observing Liu Yang's expression, seeing that he was thinking, Liu Jichang calmed down a little, and his speech became more fluent, and continued: "If you want to implement the new policy of benefiting the people, the first thing is finance."

Liu Yang interrupted him: "The idea is good, but what is the relationship between this matter and the scene in Taihe Building today? In terms of financial affluence, how many places in the world are better than Kaifeng Mansion?"

Liu Jichang said: "Your Highness is right. Kaifeng has always been at the forefront of the world in terms of fiscal and taxation. However, the annual consumption and fixed expenditures are also quite large. I plan to invest 200 million guan in the new policy, half of which will come from the treasury. Funding, and the other half is thinking about organizing charities.

Back then, when the Duke of Luan State was repairing Kaifeng, due to lack of funds, he specially invited sages in Beijing to pay for food and money. Today, the ministers are only following the example of the policy of benefiting the people."

Having said that, Liu Jichang stopped, quietly waiting for the prince's reaction.At this time, Liu Yang seemed to be persuaded by Liu Jichang, thinking a little, and his tone was much gentler: "Is that so?"

"How dare I lie to Your Highness, regarding the new policy plan, the government has discussed and formulated it, and it has been written down, and the records are complete, ready for inspection at any time!" Liu Jichang said confidently.

"If this is the case, this is good governance. The country is based on the people, and the people rely on agriculture for their livelihood. In this regard, more favors should be given!" Liu Yang finally agreed.

"However, when Emperor Murong's uncle raised public funds for the construction of the city, he threatened and lured him, and promised a lot of benefits. Now, what conditions are you planning to offer, otherwise, how can those 'sages' outside be willing to donate money?" Liu Yang asked.

"Returning to Your Highness, the only way is to give certain discounts in terms of taxation. Besides, this is a good deed, and they dare not ask for too much." Liu Jichang said.

Liu Yang immediately asked: "Can I get the support of the Financial Secretary?"

"This" Liu Jichang: "Not yet."

"Issues related to taxation must be approved by the Financial Secretary!" Liu Yang said directly. Nowadays, the imperial court is paying more and more attention to commercial taxation.

Obviously, Kaifeng Mansion, as a very powerful mansion, has a special political status, but at the same time, there are a lot of mothers-in-law and mothers on the head, and there is not so much freedom, after all, it is under the nose of the central government.

Regarding this, Liu Jichang nodded and said, "I understand!"

"In this way, you formulate the policy of benefiting the people of Kaifeng Mansion into a statement, and present it to the central government to show the prime ministers whether it is possible to pass. Kaifeng Mansion has made a start. If possible, other places can also try it!" Liu Yang thought for a while and ordered.

"Yes!" Liu Jichang immediately beamed with joy when he heard the words.According to the prince's wishes, if this policy can be promoted, then Liu Jichang's reputation can also be spread, which is a good reputation.

"The planning of the Kaifeng Mansion is inevitably flawed, and it needs the guidance of His Royal Highness and the ministers to improve it!" Liu Jichang followed up and complimented: "I have a narrow vision and only focus on the Kaifeng Mansion. Your Highness has a high-level plan, but he can take care of the whole world." , I really admire you!"

"Okay!" Liu Yang waved his hand: "It's very good that you propose a new policy!"

Seeing Liu Yang expressing his approval again, Liu Jichang bowed his head and said humbly: "I am just handling this matter. I am deeply ashamed for my improper behavior."

"The most important thing is to be able to raise money and get things done!" Liu Yang said, "As for some details, don't worry too much about it!"

"Your Highness is wise!"

So far, through Kaifeng Mansion's new policy of benefiting the people, Liu Jichang finally fooled the concubine banquet.Of course, it also means that in this new deal, he must do it well, and do it beautifully, otherwise, how will he explain to the prince.

But in the same way, with the support of the crown prince, the possibility of making it happen will also increase. Liu Jichang is full of confidence at this moment.

(End of this chapter)