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Chapter 652 The great plan of the country
The generous words quickly ignited the atmosphere.

His words expressed the students' pain points and their voices.

How painful it is to have no way to serve the country. Not only was it difficult to achieve my ambition, but it was also because I was weak and powerless when I saw the mountains and rivers were in ruins and the people were suffering, but studying was useless.

All the newly promoted ministers knelt down one after another and said in unison: "I am willing to work hard for the happiness of the people!"

Li Beichen closed the fan with one hand and slapped it on his thigh. He stood up and said excitedly:
"Great! People finally have hope!"

All the ministers said something similar to the following sentence at random: "It is a blessing to all people that the Ming Dynasty can have such a wise king as the Holy One."

Li Beichen said with some seriousness: "My dear friends, please take your seats quickly.

I have called you here today just to express my thoughts and aspirations to you. You have been in the court for a few days, have you already experienced the complexity of officialdom and the sophistication of human relationships? This is the real court and the real world.

The country is so big that everyone involved in it inevitably has his or her own position and interests. Human nature is not necessarily bad, but being in it often makes you unable to be a good person.

Therefore, if you want to succeed, you need both extraordinary wisdom and determination to achieve success over a long period of time. I hope that all of you here will never forget your ambitions today, have the heart to serve the country, and be the backbone of the Ming Dynasty. "

At least four of the seven people had red eyes and were deeply shaken by Li Beichen.

Three others remained silent.

Among them is the tall man Zhao Yuhang.

Li Beichen looked at Zhao Yuhang and said, "Zhao Qing, you have something to say."

Zhao Yuhang lifted up his robe, knelt upright in the center, cupped his hands and looked straight at Li Beichen, with tears flashing in his eyes:

"My father-in-law and fellow villagers have all worked hard to farm, but the situation has been very bad these years, and the taxes have been heavier than before. The rice left is not enough to satisfy their hunger. The grassroots' brother starved to death, and his younger sister was sold. Loyal and honest fellow countrymen They are bandits who kill people and steal goods. Your Majesty, ordinary people are really suffering!"

Then he turned to look at the others: "Whose eloquent words before would definitely state the people's sentiments and recommend national policies to the emperor if they could meet the emperor? The emperor is right in front of you, why don't you say anything and become mute? I will die today. I must speak for my fellow citizens so that the Emperor can understand the true sentiments of the people!”

Everyone blushed.

What Zhao Yuhang said made Li Beichen think of Chen Ning and think of Wang Jinbao, the bandit strategist who assassinated him before.
Their relatives all starved to death in natural disasters.

It’s just that some people are lucky, talented in reading, and rescued by kind-hearted people;

Some people are unfortunate enough to be illiterate, so they can only become bandits and rely on brute force and ruthlessness to survive.

Li Beichen's eyes were moist, feeling heartache and guilt.

For him, because he had no similar experience, although he felt sympathy, it was not that real; but for the person involved, these people who were starved to death were all close relatives and loved ones.

Li Beichen asked himself, unable to imagine the despair and pain of watching his relatives starve to death.

He is just an ordinary person in the 21st century who has been studying here for more than ten years.

Although I have read the ways of governing the country by emperors of all ages, didn’t the dynasties of these emperors who could write down their experiences passed down in the end eventually perish?
Which dynasty really lasts forever?
He has only been in this position for two years. How to manage such a huge country is not clear at all.

What kind of policies are good and what kind of policies are bad?

Coupled with the fact that he was sure that he was in a book, he always had a sense of illusion.

Sometimes he was so disappointed that he wanted to give up, and sometimes he felt that everything he had done was in vain. Sometimes he paralyzes himself by thinking that these are all paper and the people are fake.

But, are the emotions of these paper figures really fake? Is it really not important at all? If I could never go back to that world, wouldn't I always be a virtual paper man?

Or maybe the twenty-first century that seems very real is actually a book?
Seeing the emperor's brows furrowed, his eyes lowered and silent. Two people immediately stood up and knelt beside Zhao Yuhang.

"My minister Du Heng begs the emperor to spare Mr. Zhao. Mr. Zhao is born in poverty, has an upright nature, sharp words, and a good scholar. His original intention is not to disobey the emperor. I beg the emperor to spare him this time."

"I, Xia Mingxian, beg the Emperor to forgive me. I have been with Mr. Zhao for several days. He is full of knowledge, talented, kind-hearted but a little reckless and unsophisticated. I beg the Emperor to be kind and forgive his outrageous offense."

All three of them had participated in the initial riots that took place on the streets demanding a thorough investigation of Chun Wei.

Because Zhao Yuhang was tall, strong, loud, courageous, and had a bad temper, he was the leader of the troublemaking students at that time. Of course, he was specially found by Chen Ning on the emperor's order. The two met while wandering from their hometown to the capital, and they became close friends.

The emperor suddenly raised his head and rubbed his brows, "Everyone, please sit down and sit down. No need to kneel. I heard about the tragic experience of Zhao Qing's relatives. I was very sad. It reminded me of an old friend Chen Ning. His family members are all here. He died in famine and war, and if you are like this, let alone the people in the world."

"Brother Chen?" Zhao Yuhang asked in shock.

Li Beichen nodded, "Yes. Chen Ning followed my brother King Anbei to the Anbei Protectorate to help deal with Tatar-related affairs. He recommended you to me before and praised you for your integrity, uprightness, pragmatism and diligence. I suggest I value a loyal minister like you. Today, you are indeed a good minister like Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui. How could I punish you for telling the truth?"

Everyone was stunned and expressed shock.

The emperor was not angry because of Zhao Yuhang's offensive words just now.

Li Beichen said very emotionally: "This is the purpose of why I came to you alone today. I hope that all the people in the world can have enough to eat, wear warm clothes, live and work in peace and contentment, and live a happy and well-off life, and no more people will starve to death." Tragic things happen.

The imperial court has been suffering from chronic abuses for a long time. It is very difficult to promote the New Deal and it is difficult to support it alone. I need your help. I need someone to understand the people's situation and do some practical things for me. "

A tear welled up in his heart, although there were no tears in his eyes.

Facing everyone's confused or expectant eyes, Li Beichen said solemnly, "If we want to solve the famine problem, we must start from three aspects:
First, there must be someone who truly understands agricultural production, what is best suited to grow in each place, how to increase food production, and how to control insect pests. At least one person is needed here.

Second, someone needs to take root in the household department, find out the amount of cultivated land and the situation of annexation in various places, and then find ways to solve the land annexation problem so that farmers have land to farm. In addition, grain collection and storage for good years must be carried out. At least one person is required here.

Third, we need someone who is rooted in the Ministry of Industry and is willing to travel east, west, north, and south all year round to find out the farmland water conservancy conditions in various places, build water conservancy projects, and supervise river dredging and farmland irrigation. At least two people are needed here.

If the above three problems can be solved, I believe it will gradually solve the problem of people having no fields and no grain storage, and even achieve a sustained increase in grain production.

In addition, Zhao Yuhang just mentioned the issue of arbitrary collection of excessive taxes and miscellaneous taxes in local areas. As early as the third month of the lunar calendar, I issued a decree to exempt agricultural taxes nationwide. If the local government still collects taxes, two people will need to go to the Supervisory Office and inspect the country. Two people are needed here, too.

Agriculture depends on the sky, and one person is needed to go to the Qintian Monitor to observe the astronomical phenomena. This person, Xia Mingxian, is the most suitable. You can choose the other six. You can recommend to me talented people in the field of agriculture at any time. The more the better. You don’t need to be proficient in poetry and books, but you only need to know how to increase food production.

Of course you are all young, and it is not too late if you are willing to start studying agricultural issues. "

Xia Mingxian felt that he was not outstanding in any aspect, but for some reason he was appointed to Qintian Prison, and he was stunned there for a moment.

"I would like to take the order to go to the Ministry of Household Affairs to inspect the land distribution and annexation." Zhou Xi, the number one scholar, took the lead in announcing.

"I would like to take the order to go to the Ministry of Industry to build water conservancy projects." Wang Baoqiang started.

"I would like to take orders and go to the Ministry of Household Affairs." Du Heng said.

"I would like to take orders and go to the Ministry of Industry." Chu Hehai said.

"I would like to take orders and go to the Inspectorate." He Yi Mo Qi said.

In the end, only Zhao Yuhang was left looking at Li Beichen blankly, as if he was wandering around the world.

Li Beichen looked at Zhao Yuhang with a smile, waiting for him to say something shocking, "Zhao Tanhua? What do you think? Why don't you stay with me?"

Zhao Yuhang walked to the center respectfully as before and knelt down in front of Li Beichen:

"I come from a farming family and am a good farmer. At that time, my family's farming was more productive than other families. I have liked to think about farming since I was a child. If the emperor trusts me, I am willing to do research on agriculture.

My lifelong wish is to ensure that my father and fellow villagers can have enough to eat in their lifetime. Now that I have the opportunity, I will go through fire and water without hesitation. "

"Zhao Tanhua is full of economics. If he goes to the Metropolitan Procuratorate to serve as a public prosecutor, inspect all officials, and punish corruption, he can leave his name in history. Working in agriculture is exposed to the sun, not only the conditions are difficult, but also you may not have a name for the rest of your life. You can think of it alright?"

"Think about it," Zhao Yuhang nodded solemnly, "I am not afraid of hardship. I am just afraid that I will not have the chance to realize my lifelong ambition."

Li Beichen's eyes were a little moist, and he couldn't help but ask: "Today I want to ask you, will the Ming Dynasty one day see He Qing Haiyan, prosperous and prosperous?"

All the new ministers knelt neatly in front of him: "I am willing to do the hard work of dogs and horses, and go through fire and water, no matter what."

Li Beichen said loudly: "I hope that when you are ostracized or encounter injustice in the future, you will still remember your original intention today. Can you do it?"

Zhao Yuhang was high-spirited and said arrogantly: "As long as the emperor gives me a chance, let me do something big. In the future, the names of all of you will be included in the history books!"

Master Zhao is still so crazy.

The crowd roared with laughter.

But it's not a laugh, it's a smile of pleasure and grudge.

Zhao Yuhang used to tell everyone carelessly that he wanted to serve the people wholeheartedly, be upright and speak out, and leave his name in history.

At this moment, everyone discovered that they were not the same? If there is an opportunity to have a big fight and leave a name in history, who wouldn't be the first to do it!

Everyone discussed secretly in Qinzheng Hall for two hours, and the atmosphere was very lively.

Those who frown can relax their brows; those who frown can frown.

Everyone has passed through a door and entered a new world, a future full of hope.

Finally, Li Beichen ordered Liang Xiaobao to fetch the oldest cellared wine and gave each person a glass of wine.

Li Beichen said warmly: "You are all the pillars of the country that I have chosen from thousands of people. The future of Ming Dynasty depends on you. I would like to toast you all!"

At this time, everyone still didn’t know the weight of the emperor’s words. It's just the emperor's expectation for them.

After finishing speaking, Li Beichen was silent for a long time before adding: "Since ancient times, people have suffered when they prospered; when they died, people suffered. I hope that no matter who sits in the position of emperor in the future, you will be able to use talents that are beneficial to the country and stay away from seizing power. We will continue to fight against the political whirlpool, keep our promise today, and serve the country and the people with peace of mind.”

Everyone looked at each other.

Six or seven empresses in the harem are pregnant, and it has not yet been decided whether they will be established as elders, direct descendants or virtuous ones. Among them, the high-ranking empresses included daughters of the Xie family and the Meng family. There will definitely be a bloody storm in the future.

What does this mean, Your Majesty? Why does it sound like a vaccination, but also like an orphan?

As if he noticed everyone's doubts, Li Beichen smiled slightly: "Don't make any assumptions. You will know when the time comes."

*
After everyone left, Li Beichen retreated, leaving only Liang Xiaobao and one Jin Yiwei.

There were a dozen documents on Li Beichen's desk, but he didn't have the courage to open them for a while and asked in a deep voice, "How are the things you were asked to investigate going on?"

Jin Yiwei bowed and replied: "Back to the emperor. Princess Jinyang's biological mother, Wen, was twelve years old when she entered the palace. She is a descendant of the Baili tribe. She was captured by General Tian Jin when he was ordered by the late emperor to put down the Yunnan chieftain rebellion, and presented it as a tribute. According to the eldest son of General Tian Jin, General Tian mentioned that Wen was the daughter of a priest of the Baili tribe and asked to enter the palace. "

Liang Xiaobao raised his eyes slightly and looked at the emperor, "The late emperor is involved later, I don't know whether to talk about it or not."

Li Beichen's eyes were deep: "Go on."

Liang Xiaobao said bravely: "Wen, who was only twelve years old, was favored by the late emperor as soon as she entered the palace. She became pregnant three months after entering the palace. The late emperor had nothing to do for many years. He was very happy and gave her a palace to live in. For Guan Ju Palace. But unfortunately, Wen Shi had two miscarriages, each time involving a high-ranking empress, one was the imperial concubine at that time, and the other was "

"Who is it?" Li Beichen's voice was cold, "Is it my mother?"

"Yes." Liang Xiaobao replied anxiously.

Li Beichen said leisurely: "I also remember this incident. At that time, my father was furious, banned the queen, and even deprived her of her title. What happened next?"

Liang Xiaobao wiped the sweat beads rolling down his forehead, "Later, she became pregnant again. This time the late emperor took it very seriously and completely isolated her from other people. When she was fourteen, she gave birth to Princess Jinyang. The late emperor was very happy. , as soon as she turned one year old, she was canonized as Princess Jinyang.

After that, Wen suffered three miscarriages during her pregnancy. Because of this incident, the late emperor sent the then-concubine De into the cold palace directly, and gave Liu Gui and Ning concubine to death. "

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