The Tang Dynasty started from saving Empress Changsun

Chapter 449
Chen Jingke also heard about Feng An, and couldn't help saying: "This old man is not confused."

Wu Shu laughed and said, "Look at what you said, Duke Yue has ruled Lingnan for decades, how can he be confused?"

"Not only is he not confused, but the timing is just right."

Chen Jingke said: "Oh? How is it just right?"

Wu Shu said: "The Great Tang's defeat of Xue Yantuo completely solved the problem of the grassland, and then there are only three directions of attack, Liaodong, Western Regions and Lingnan."

"Goguryeo is a powerful country in Liaodong. A saint would not easily use troops against it without making complete preparations. As far as I know, Datang has not made relevant preparations right now."

"The Western Regions are far away from the Central Plains, so we need to map this place gradually, and we can't rush it."

"And with the opening of the great voyage, the geographical advantages of the south have become more prominent."

"Not completely controlling Lingnan is always a huge hidden danger."

"So the strategic direction of the imperial court in the next step will definitely be adjusted to Lingnan."

"The Feng family has become the biggest stumbling block, no matter how respectful he is to the court, it is useless."

"The imperial court will not allow such a critical point to be choked by others."

"Either he takes the initiative to hand over power, or the court forces him to hand over power. Once the court tears his face, Feng's end will be worrying."

"One more thing, the imperial court needs an example to set an example for all separatist forces."

"This is to tell those separatist forces that they will not treat them badly if they take the initiative to give in to the imperial court..."

"So Feng's choice to hand over power completely at this time is a very wise choice."

Chen Jingke scratched his head and said, "These people's minds are really complicated. There are so many calculations behind a simple matter."

Wu Shu rolled his eyes at him, and even she said what he said.

"This matter has far-reaching implications. It is not a trivial matter. No amount of planning is too much."

During the conversation, Dao Tong, a knowledgeable guest, came to report: His Royal Highness is here.

Chen Jingke said: "This guy, there are so many things in the palace, how come he has time to come here."

Wu Shu covered his mouth and smiled lightly, and said: "Your majesty prince, please speak politely, lest it will be true."

Chen Jingke said casually: "Don't worry, I definitely wouldn't say that in front of outsiders. Alright, I'll go and see what he's here for."

As soon as they met, the two habitually exchanged a few words, and Li Chengqian explained his intention.

"Have you heard about the Lingnan Feng family?"

Chen Jingke nodded and said: "I heard that I was still discussing this matter with Shi Shi his mother just now. You didn't come to me just to tell me about this matter, did you?"

Li Chengqian said: "You know, it's easy to handle. Have the elders of the Yi family made any plans for Lingnan?"

Chen Jingke suddenly realized, and said: "So you came here for this matter. They did have an idea, but I don't remember it very clearly."

Li Chengqian showed such an expression, and said: "Tell me what you remember, and see if you can provide us with something to learn from."

Chen Jingke nodded, thought for a while and said, "If you want to solve the Lingnan problem, you must understand the local situation, so that you can find a targeted strategy."

"Actually, the Liao people also want to belong to the Tang Dynasty and become the citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven."

Li Chengqian frowned slightly, and said, "But why do they still rebel?"

Chen Jingke stretched out a finger and said, "There is only one reason, being poor."

"The Lingnan area is suffering, with high mountains and dense forests, wild animals infested, blood-sucking parasites, malaria, and miasma. The local people are dying on the verge of life and death all the time."

"Furthermore, the land in Lingnan is barren, and the crop yield is extremely low. The annual output is not even enough to satisfy the hunger."

"So what they pursue is to live, and whoever makes them live, they will obey."

Yes, the land in the south is barren, this is not nonsense but a fact.

The rainy rivers in the south are densely covered, and the humus layer on the surface is washed away by the water, resulting in barren land.

After the transformation of Sun Wu, Eastern Jin and subsequent dynasties, the soil in some areas was improved.

However, the land in most parts of Lingnan is still barren and unsuitable for growing crops.

On the contrary, in the bitter cold land of Liaodong, the soil humus layer has been accumulated for tens of thousands to 10 years to form fertile black soil.

Li Chengqian was puzzled and said: "Then shouldn't they be attached to the imperial court, so that they can get assistance from the imperial court?"

"Tax." Chen Jingke took a sip from his teacup and said:
"The reason why the sluts rebelled and refused to join the Tang Dynasty was because the people of the Tang Dynasty had to pay taxes."

"It's an extravagant hope for them to survive, and they don't have the money to pay taxes, so they will definitely rebel."

"The imperial court really wants to solve the Lingnan issue, and to bring this place into the territory of the Tang Dynasty must solve this problem."

"Otherwise, even if we conquer this place by force, we will not be able to rule for a long time."

Not only did Li Chengqian nod his head, he was not ignorant of Lingnan, and he knew that what Chen Jingke said was right.

Don't the barbarians really want to live a good life like the Central Plains people?
No, they thought, just not capable of it.

After the rulers of all dynasties arrived there, the first thing they thought about was not how to improve the living environment of the local people, but to strengthen the prevention of brutal exploitation.

Liao people will naturally rebel if they can't survive.

The Central Plains dynasty seldom reflected on whether there were problems with their own policies, but rudely attributed the responsibility to the barbarians, who were barbarians and unruly.

If the imperial court is willing to help the Liao people live a stable life, will they still oppose it?

will not.

"So the problem of Lingnan is ultimately a poor word. If this problem is solved, even without the help of the Feng family, Datang can complete its rule here."

Li Chengqian said: "This is the purpose of my visit today, let's talk about the method."

Chen Jingke made a summary based on the development process of later generations in the South:
"First of all, there is the problem of bureaucrats. This is actually very easy to solve, and the local government will directly promote the distribution of the land into the mu."

"And exempt the agricultural tax in Lingnan for three to five years...or directly exempt all taxes and corvees."

Li Chengqian interrupted him and said: "Exemption from taxes is not difficult to achieve, but if corvee labor is exempted, who will do the local development work?"

Chen Jingke said: "Spending money to hire local people to work, there is so much money in the treasury, why don't you spend it and keep it?"

"People will shop when they have money, and the entire economy will be revitalized if consumption is generated, and the court will be able to collect taxes from it."

"This creates a virtuous circle that ultimately benefits everyone."

Li Chengqian pondered for a while, still unable to make a decision, he could only say: "The matter is of great importance, only Aye can make the decision."

Chen Jingke said: "Just go back and ask him... let's talk about other things."

"Although the living environment in Lingnan is very harsh, it also has advantages that other places do not have."

"The climate is warm and humid with abundant water sources, which is especially suitable for growing rice.

"Rice is one of the crops that require the least fertility, and it can produce good yields even on the barren land in Lingnan."

"The rice seeds I brought back can be properly promoted in Lingnan."

"There is also sugar cane... Fruits can be made into dried fruits and canned fruits..."

"Lingnan has a geographical advantage and is the most suitable for industrial development. Various factories can be built there."

"The products produced are sold all over the world through waterways..."

From appeasing the people, to establishing agriculture, to industry and commerce, Chen Jingke talked about everything he could think of.

As for whether it is suitable or not, whether it can be implemented now is not his problem, it needs to be judged by Li Shimin and others.

Li Chengqian was very excited when he heard it. It can be said that Chen Jingke's construction of Lingnan is a completely different development and construction road from the past.

I don't want to say whether it fits or not, it is really unique and can bring him a lot of food for thought.

The two chatted until noon, and did not end the topic until Chen Jingke said that he had nothing to say.

Li Chengqian said that sentence again: "How many great talents have been born in your family, you are so taken care of by the heavens, it makes people jealous."

Chen Jingke glanced at him and said, "Now it is Datang who is envied."

"Haha..." Li Chengqian laughed triumphantly: "What is this called, this is called..."

Chen Jingke interrupted him and said, "It's called stupid people have stupid blessings."

Li Chengqian chuckled, without getting angry, and said: "You have taken such a big advantage from your family, I allow you to say so."

After chatting for a few more words, Li Chengqian got up to say goodbye and left, and Chen Jingke sent him all the way to the gate.

After sending Li Chengqian away, he didn't return directly, but wandered around the market at the entrance of the Taoist temple.

The first day is coming soon, and the city of Chang'an is bustling like never before, and the market at the gate of the Taoist temple is even more lively, selling everything.

Just as he was admiring a giant clam shell and was about to buy it home, someone tapped him on the shoulder.

He was taken aback, turned around angrily and wanted to reprimand him, but when he saw the person standing behind him, he was only happy.

"Xun Yu, when did you come back?"

The one who photographed him was none other than Yuchi Xunyu.

"Hey, I just arrived this morning, and I came to see you as soon as possible. How about it, it's interesting."

Just as Chen Jingke was about to say something, he inadvertently noticed a few strawberry marks on his neck, and he immediately understood.

The thief said with a smile: "It's really interesting. I can leave my sister-in-law to see me. As a brother, I am very touched."

Yuchi Xunyu didn't know that he was exposed, but he was not embarrassed, but said:
"Food and sex, if you don't touch women for more than half a year, you will be more anxious than me."

Chen Jingke said with a smile: "I firmly believe... let's go in and talk about it."

After finishing speaking, he took him and turned back to Zixiao Temple.

Looking at the bustling scene around, Yuchi Xunyu suddenly said with emotion: "The longer you stay outside, the more places you see, the more you can feel how prosperous Chang'an is."

Chen Jingke echoed: "Good and bad are all compared, so we should go out and see the outside world."

At this time, a group of traders came to the side of the square with several carts and shouted loudly:
"Sea fish, sell sea fish, the sea fish from Dizhou costs two cents a piece."

I heard that it costs two cents a piece. After a while, the stalls of these hawkers were crowded with people who bought fish.

Someone said: "Why is this fish so strange? Is it poisonous?"

Someone echoed, "That's right, although this fish is a little thinner, it is more than one meter long. There must be something wrong with selling it so cheap."

Someone was not happy, and said impatiently: "If you don't want to buy, get out of the way, don't get in the way."

"That's right, I've been waiting here for a long time, if you don't want to buy it, don't disturb others."

Those who were still questioning just now shut up immediately, and no one left.

Looking at the people passing by happily carrying fish, Yuchi Xunyu said in surprise: "What kind of fish is this, why is it like a snake?"

Chen Jingke said: "This thing is called hairtail, and it only exists in the deep sea."

Yuchi Xunyu said: "The hairtail really looks like a belt, but it only costs two pennies for such a long fish, it's too cheap."

Chen Jingke said: "Isn't this the Chinese New Year? It can be regarded as a welfare for the people of Chang'an."

"Welfare" Yuchi Xunyu seemed to realize something, and said with wide eyes in disbelief, "You couldn't have made this thing, could you?"

"It's just a mere talent." Chen Jingke said with a smile.

"It's so cheap, you are not afraid of dying. Even if you want to accumulate blessings, no one will know that you did it, and no one will miss you." Yuchi Xunyu said puzzled.

"It's okay, I can afford it. No one else needs to know about Jide, God sees everything." Chen Jingke said seriously.

"Admiration, admiration." Yuchi Xunyu said sincerely.

Chen Jingke secretly laughed in his heart.Naturally, not all of what he said was the truth, at least he didn't lose money.

There are too many hairtails in completely undeveloped sea areas. When fishing with deep-sea nets, there are tens of thousands of hairtails in a single net.

This thing occupies a small area and is very convenient to transport. A large ship can transport 10,000+ hundreds of thousands of pieces, and it can make money even if it sells for a penny.

He sells hairtail so cheaply, part of it is to give benefits to the common people, and to accumulate virtue for himself and his family.

Ordinary people really don't know which kind-hearted person is so kind to sell them such a big fish for two yuan.

But everyone who should know knew that Chen Jingke did it, and everyone didn't feel much about it.

Doing good deeds to accumulate yin and virtue has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people since the Taoist innovation.

In the eyes of others, Chen Jingke's doing so is doing what he does, and there is nothing to say.

So after being a little surprised, Yuchi Xunyu also accepted this matter.

Then he raised another question: "Aren't you afraid that someone will change hands at a high price and sell hairtail to others?"

Chen Jingke smiled proudly: "That's why there are so many kinds of sea fish, and I only sell hairtail."

"The hairtail has a unique appearance, which can be seen at a glance, and there is no way to fake it."

"The key is that the fishing method for this kind of fish was discovered not long ago. Only my fishing team can do it. It is a unique business."

"I have consulted the sage before, and issued a ban in the name of the court. Before the end of the Shangyuan Festival, the price of all hairtails shall not exceed two yuan apiece."

"If there is a violation, a fine of ten times the income from selling fish will be imposed, and the whistleblower will receive half of the fine as a reward."

(End of this chapter)