Done! Your Majesty is going to prostitute me for free!

When the people at the same table witnessed this scene, they couldn't help but feel worried in their hearts. They looked at Yang Baixi and asked with concern and doubt: "Is it possible that acting impulsively will cause some unnecessary trouble?" Faced with such worries, Yang Baixi did not show any panic. Instead, a faint but wise smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. He raised his cup and drank lightly. The fragrance of tea overflowed. In this calm but determined voice, he said: "What can I do? What's the big deal? I think that although the Sanshen Gang has a great reputation in the outside world, in fact, it may just be a small job for ordinary people, such as catching cats and dogs for others. Maybe today is to find a lost child. It’s a good thing to help others.”

After listening to Yang Baixi's in-depth analysis, the people around him responded with understanding smiles. Although they stopped speaking, they each savored the deep meaning behind his words in their hearts and tried to figure out the truth behind this street chase. , as if beneath this seemingly chaotic appearance, there is a broader and more real social picture hidden.

Cai Yingyang and his team were like a cheetah galloping after locking its target, pursuing the three-god gang of ruffians who dominated the area with all their strength. At this moment, they were shuttling through the streets and alleys of Fangshi. Their waists and legs, which had been sore and tired from the long journey, seemed to have left the pain behind, driven by this resolute determination, leaving only the pain behind. An indomitable force from deep within my heart surges and boils in my blood. In the streets and alleys, members of the Three Gods Gang were pursuing an immature child without hesitation. The surrounding pedestrians and vendors chose to turn a blind eye to this scene. They were as indifferent as stone monuments covered with ice and snow in winter, cold and hard. And ruthless.

Witnessing this social reality, Cai Yingyang's eyes flashed with sadness and heartache, and he sighed secretly in his heart: "Is this the city under Lin Xiaofeng's governance? The people are as indifferent as ice, facing the weak and innocent being bullied and... Unmoved; the local ruffians are unscrupulous and domineering. Such a scene is undoubtedly a great irony of the power of education and the human heart of the world! "

Although the overall situation seems to be doomed, and justice is pale and feeble in this land, in order to defend even the slightest bit of human dignity and justice, Cai Yingyang firmly believes that their actions are not only necessary, but also urgent. Therefore, he led his companions with firmer steps and more intense eyes, as if he wanted to use practical actions to awaken the sleeping conscience and reshape the order and moral cornerstone of the world.

Ever since, Cai Yingyang was like an awakened lion, leading his team in a majestic pursuit of the Sanshen Gang. They vowed to tear apart the evil that shrouded the gang. The veil returns clarity and truth to the world. This scene is like a tiger coming out of a coffin and a thunderous thunder. Every step on the ground is accompanied by firm determination and fearless courage.

The pursuit was like a lightning-fast blitzkrieg. Cai Yingyang and others clung to their target, as if their footsteps had turned into invisible iron chains. No matter how cunning the Three Gods Gang tried to evade, they could not escape from this trap. The force of justice followed closely behind. Their figures shuttle through the streets and alleys, integrated into the pulse of the city, and become a flowing landscape that defends justice.

Finally, after a fierce chase, the Three Gods forced an innocent boy into a narrow and deep alley. The entrance to the alley was dimly lit and could only accommodate one person, while the atmosphere inside the alley was suffocating and depressing. The leader of the gang stood there like a ferocious beast. He waved his fists as hard as iron, his face twisted and ferocious, and a deafening roar echoed in the alley: "Hey, boy, where else do you want to go? escape?"

At this moment, Cai Yingyang and other people with lofty ideals quickly surrounded the alley. Their eyes were sharp and resolute, like two shining swords piercing the depths of the darkness. Everyone's eyes are shining with gleaming light, which comes from the firm belief in their hearts and the passionate fighting spirit to defeat evil. Their hearts were surging, and they secretly rejoiced: "Finally, the critical moment has come. We have successfully forced these villains into a dead end, and the light of justice is about to illuminate this haze!" In the tense atmosphere of this prelude to victory, the air seemed to solidify. The ice cubes were broken, but they were trembling slightly because of the hot flames in everyone's chest.

However, just when the atmosphere was so tense that it seemed as if the air was about to freeze into ice, a childish but extremely stubborn voice suddenly came from deep in the alley, like a thunder on the ground, hitting the hearts of every onlooker: "You guys Are these people mentally ill? Why do they have to deal with a child? "This sentence was like a sudden storm, breaking the originally static scene instantly. It turns out that these gangsters from the Three Gods Gang came here to catch children who skipped classes! This unexpected reversal made everyone who witnessed this scene stunned. Their faces were full of astonishment and disbelief. They seemed to be hit by a thunderbolt in the clear sky. They stood there dumbly and fell into a deep shock for a while. middle.

The boy stood alone at the entrance of the alley. Facing the ferocious villains, he did not show the slightest fear. Instead, he raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a stern smile. His words revealed extremely firm determination: "You rabble-rousers don't think so." How dare you treat me like a bitch? When I grow up, I will teach you a lesson with my own hands so that the world can see your true colors!" These powerful words were like a sharp knife. Insert into the softest place in the hearts of everyone in the Sanshen Gang.

Hearing this, they first looked sarcastic, and then laughed. One of them, a bold and brawny man, responded disdainfully: "Hey, you're a young kid like you, and you still dare to talk nonsense here." What kind of killings are you talking about? You really don’t know how high the sky is!” His voice was loud and arrogant, as if it was going to shake the whole city, but the boy still straightened his back and looked firmly, as if he was already prepared to face this fateful event. Ordinary challenges.

Under the intimidation of the gang of gangsters, the boy's eyes were like burning torches, with endless contempt and tenacity. He slowly glanced at this group of gangsters who only bullied the weak and idle around all day long, and his tone showed deep regret. Disdain and ridicule: "Otherwise, what can you do? Do you want me to imitate you rats who only do nothing in the world? You are really stupid!" As soon as these words came out, it was like a thunder that shook the sky, shaking the originally arrogant and domineering people. The faces of the three gods instantly turned red. They all opened their eyes angrily and shouted at the boy: "You dare to be a rebellious and unrighteous little thing. If you dare to say one more word, you will definitely experience all the sufferings in the world and suffer severe punishments! "

Before he finished speaking, the leader of the ruffians raised his palm viciously and struck the boy's face with a cruel and decisive gesture. There was only a clear and loud slap in the face, and the boy's immature face immediately swelled up. The pain was like a knife and he couldn't help crying. Tears rolled down his cheeks, shining with crystal light in the sunset.

Seeing this, the gang leader approached the boy again, with a ruthless expression on his face, and asked, "Do you still dare to skip class?" The boy endured the severe pain and responded in a low voice with sobs in his throat: "You don't dare to skip class anymore?" I'm going back to school now." After saying that, he gritted his teeth and tried his best to straighten his body. Although the pain in his body seemed to tear his will apart, he still took a determined step under the afterglow of the setting sun. With the pace, the thin but stubborn back gradually disappeared in the streets and alleys, leaving people with a lonely and extremely tenacious image.

Cai Yingyang and his companions were stunned when they witnessed this turmoil caused by a young child, and mixed emotions surged deep in their hearts. They were amazed that the child could show such a strong character and perseverance at such a young age, and they couldn't help but have deep doubts and reflections about the moral order of the world they live in and the nature of human nature. The boy's passionate words were like a sharp sword, piercing through their long-standing cognitive barriers to the impermanence of the world.

At the moment when the sound of wind in the alley seemed to freeze, the members of the Three Gods Gang filed out. They walked in a hurry, and their eyes eagerly pursued the lonely boy who had disappeared in the streets and alleys. However, the hand of fate played tricks on them at this time, and they were caught off guard by Cai Yingyang and his entourage who were standing quietly, peeping at everything like a ghost. At this moment, Cai Yingyang has experienced a series of unexpected changes and has been working hard day and night for several days. His mental state is like an ancient stone statue eroded by wind and rain, standing on the edge of collapse, with traces of time and fatigue intertwined on his face. , as eye-catching as a knife or an axe.

His eyes were bright, full of perseverance and determination. Suddenly, he moved, stretched out his powerful palms, and tightly grasped the collar of the big man leading the gang. This grip seemed to penetrate Cut off the flesh and go straight to the depths of the opponent's soul. He asked sternly, with heavy responsibility and anger in his voice: "What virtues and abilities do you have, and what qualifications do you have to dare to claim to be powerful and bully the weak in this world?" This sentence was like a thunder blow, not only shocking The big man living there made everyone around him feel an indescribable shock and shame.

Facing Cai Yingyang's sudden accusation, the members of the Sanshen Gang seemed to be hit by a heavy hammer. They were all dumbfounded and exchanged looks of shock and confusion. No one could respond quickly for a moment. A courageous gang member in the crowd caught a glimpse of Cai Yingyang's twisted face and burning eyes. He mustered up the courage to taunt him in a joking and provocative tone: "Old man, could it be that you are hot-headed and your words are too hot?" Behaving in a disorganized manner?"

These sharp words pierced the air like needles, causing the surrounding atmosphere to suddenly become tense. When Cai Yingyang heard this, his face instantly turned as green as iron, and his muscles were as tense as a fully-strung bow. The face that was originally engraved with the vicissitudes of time was now completely replaced by determination and anger. He straightened his back, looked up at everyone, and shouted loudly in an almost crazy and challenging manner: "Which of you dares to attack me? If you have the guts, just give it a try!" These words were like a sharp sword. Unsheathed, with endless strength and determination, it shook the air around him, making everyone present feel his unshakable determination.

The bachelors who followed Cai Yingyang behind him couldn't help but feel horrified when they witnessed this scene. Mr. Cai, who was usually steady, dignified and thoughtful, showed such an abnormal attitude at this moment, and their hearts all felt heavy. They saw a strange light shining in Cai Yingyang's eyes. He had both a firm expectation that justice would prevail and a tragic and heroic spirit of dedicating himself to the truth. His expression was full of fearless provocation against evil forces, but also seemed to be in danger. Regardless of life and death, he completely disregarded his personal safety and was dedicated to uncovering the truth and safeguarding justice.

The leader of the Three Gods Gang, who was grabbed by Cai Yingyang, faced this aura that was as steady and fierce as a mountain. He secretly pondered in his heart and carefully observed the abnormal changes in the other party's expression. He thought for a moment, deliberately turned his head to show concern for the surrounding gang members, and said loudly: "Brothers, please look carefully. This old gentleman's clothes are full of mud. It seems that he has been hit by a flood. Or maybe he is under some kind of strong stimulation, and his mind seems to be in chaos and confusion. In my opinion, I am afraid that he is in a state of madness. How can we, as people walking in the world, ignore him as a matter of urgency? Send him to the hospital for treatment.”

As these words reverberated in the crowd, an awkward and subtle atmosphere instantly filled the streets and alleys. There was sympathy for Cai Yingyang's misfortune, but also helplessness because he could not intervene and could only watch. , but also reveals the indescribable contradictory emotions of people in the world in the face of complex world affairs: they must follow morality, but are also limited by practical difficulties.

At this critical moment, Cai Yingyang suddenly fell ill due to overwork for days. Seeing this, the bachelors no longer had any hesitation or hesitation in their hearts. They quickly gathered together, like soldiers on the battlefield, and worked together to lift the respected old man, and rushed to the nearby medical center like an arrow from a string. Although everyone's face was deeply etched with exhaustion, and every step forward seemed to be dragging a heavy burden, everyone knew that every second counts at this moment is extremely important.

In the night, Cai Yingyang's figure drifted away under the hurried footsteps of everyone. His thin but tough body was carried on his shoulders, but his will did not yield. He struggled and screamed: "Put me down! You rogues! I'm fine!" However, these fierce words and chaotic scenes seemed so pale and feeble in the darkness, and were eventually silenced by the endless night. Devour.

Facing the emptiness and confusion left after Cai Yingyang was rushed to the hospital, everyone looked at each other with confusion, anxiety and uneasiness in their eyes. Someone took a deep breath, tried to calm the inner turmoil, and comforted everyone calmly: "You don't have to worry about looking for directions. There are doctors with high medical skills guarding the medical center. We just need to wait here to be summoned by Mr. Cai." "

At this time, a hungry bachelor in the crowd rubbed his belly that was screaming with hunger, and bluntly expressed his troubles with hunger: "Oh, I'm so hungry that my chest touches my back." As soon as he said this, he immediately felt his hunger. It was echoed by everyone. Another person agreed: "Yes, let's fill our stomachs first. Only by maintaining physical strength can we cope with whatever may happen next."

So, in this chaotic and tense atmosphere, everyone adjusted their direction and began to look for a place where they could temporarily settle down and fill their stomachs. The sound of hurried footsteps echoed in the alleys, and Cai Yingyang gradually disappeared into the depths of the night. Although his figure was not in front of them, his spirit was like a shining Big Dipper, guiding this group of people. The determined maesters moved on.

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Lin Xiaofeng lurked silently in the darkness, like a wise man who understood the chess game in his heart, quietly calculating the context and flow of time in this complicated social situation. He understands that timing is delicate, just like the glimmer of light in the darkest hour before dawn, fleeting but extremely critical. Whenever he catches this moment of rapid change, Lin Xiaofeng will move as fast as a cheetah without hesitation.

So, at this subtle and critical node, Lin Xiaofeng decisively ordered and sent his trusted people to quickly go to various places to find those bachelors. Once these bachelors stepped into the territory of North Langfang, they seemed to have stepped into an invisible but extremely tight network carefully woven by Lin Xiaofeng. Their whereabouts were all known, and the recall became extremely efficient and smooth. .

As the sun sets in the west and night begins to fall, bachelors from all walks of life arrive one after another and gather in the North Langfang Si Yamen. Looking around, there were people with pale and haggard faces, showing the fatigue that could not be concealed after a long journey, and their eyes were full of determination and confusion; some were stroking their abdomens and letting out long and heavy sighs, which sounded like sighs coming from their abdomen. The bitterness overflowing from their bodies carried unspeakable worries and difficulties. Their worries seemed to have condensed into a heavy atmosphere in this office. Emperor Jingjiang stood in the center of the hall of the majestic palace with his hands behind his back. His majestic yet tender gaze was like a silent command, passing over the faces of every courtier present one by one. His words were as calm as the lake in late autumn but contained power: "My dear friends, after running around and being exhausted for days, what are your deep understandings and perceptions of this place? If you still have unfinished ambitions in your heart, would you like to continue? I kneel down to express my loyalty. I have carefully arranged a quiet and quiet place for you so that you can pray sincerely and pour out your heart."

As soon as the words fell, Lin Xiaofeng stood up at the right time. His posture was calm, and his words revealed a power that was unhurried but deeply rooted in people's hearts: "Your Majesty, I have already made thorough preparations for this matter." On the North Corridor Square , I have specially set aside an open and boundless space for our scholars to show their unwavering determination. I am willing to personally lead you there, and have set up a ticket booth on site for everyone to go there. The act of kneeling can not only show the integrity, uprightness, and tenderness of our great officials, but also attract people from all over the world to come and watch, thus bringing certain economic benefits. It is proposed that half of the ticket revenue will be distributed according to the principle of fairness. It will be in the hands of every participant present, and the other half will be used to subsidize various expenses involved in this event to ensure that the national treasury is not damaged." As soon as Lin Xiaofeng said this, everyone's expressions suddenly changed, showing both surprise and implicit expressions. I admire him for his unique perspective and ingenious calculations, and I can't hide my deep admiration for this capable minister and official.

After Emperor Jingjiang's instruction, all the scholars' faces turned red with shame due to the emperor's admonishment, and they quietly bloomed on their solemn and solemn faces like peach blossoms in early spring. However, in this subtle awkward atmosphere, Lin Xiaofeng's timely words were like adding fuel to the fire, instantly igniting the suppressed anger in their hearts, and at the same time making them feel an unspeakable humiliation, as if they had become a market person. Dolls that are teased on the streets. For a time, private discussions among the crowd surged like an undercurrent, and they came one after another: "How should we deal with such an embarrassing situation? If we kneel down and apologize again, I am afraid we will become the laughing stock of the world!" "How can we let Lin Xiaofeng be like this? Others continue to be arrogant and unscrupulous? "North Langfang is the place that the prince personally plans to govern. What does it have to do with such a despicable villain? We should share the same hatred and condemn his bad behavior!"

At this moment, Emperor Jingjiang's eyes were like the waves on the lake, scanning the surroundings deeply and sharply, and he suddenly noticed that Cai Yingyang's figure did not appear in the crowd. He frowned slightly and asked, "Where is Mr. Cai?" The insider lowered his head and responded quietly: "Reporting to Your Majesty, Mr. Cai is not feeling well and has been rushed to the hospital for treatment." Upon hearing this, Emperor Jingjiang showed a smile at the corner of his mouth, There was deep sympathy for the difficulties faced by the ministers in that smile, and there was also a hint of unnoticeable joy, as if he was enjoying a drama of intertwined human nature. He spoke calmly, with unquestionable majesty in his voice: "My dear friends, please calm down quickly and make a wise decision!"

The sudden absence of Cai Yingyang, the spiritual leader, was like the collapse of a pillar, plunging the already confused crowd into a fog of confusion. The entire hall was so silent that it was as if one could hear the sound of time flowing between the stone pillars, and the air was solemn and oppressive. After a long time, the deathly silence was finally broken. A pale official with trembling lips in the crowd begged in an extremely deep voice: "I have neglected my duty and was unethical. The crime deserves to be punished by death. Please forgive me!" "This sentence is like a stone thrown into the center of the lake, causing invisible ripples to spread in the empty hall. In an instant, the echoes of regret and fear turned into a vast torrent. , echoing for a long time.

At this moment, Lin Xiaofeng's lips curled up into a hidden smile, and his eyes penetrated the confusion in front of him like a sharp sword, penetrating into the ups and downs of everyone's heart. He thought secretly in his heart: "If today's changes had been foreseen, why would it have caused such turmoil? I, Lin Xiaofeng, stand on the moral high ground and use the imperial power. Anyone who wants to compete with me must first weigh how powerful he is. "Although Emperor Jingjiang felt a little happy about this sudden change in his heart, as the king of a country, he still maintained a calm and calm attitude, and his words showed the majesty of the emperor: "Let's treat this matter as a matter of course. It was a hot-headed move. I remember my old feelings and will forgive you this time. If you do something wrong again, I will not forgive you lightly! Everyone, please go back. You must go to court on time tomorrow without any mistakes. "

As Emperor Jingjiang's words fell, everyone bowed their heads and agreed. The uneasiness and panic in their hearts gradually subsided under the emperor's magnanimity, but Lin Xiaofeng's eyes were still as sharp as a torch, understanding everything, as if he had already foreseen various possibilities in the future. In this ever-changing court, every subtle action and every seemingly ordinary word will touch the hearts of countless people and become an endless driving force to push the story forward.

When Wang Jingwen heard these words of Emperor Jingjiang, the huge stone in his heart seemed to slide to the ground silently. He knew that the emperor's mind had experienced a profound turning point. In this palace turmoil, although the fate of Li Yihao and others is still unresolved, fortunately there is no bloody purge, which is undoubtedly a rare glimmer of peace for everyone in the court. After a short period of silence and depression, the crowd gradually dispersed, and only Emperor Jingjiang, Lin Xiaofeng and a few close ministers were left in the huge courtyard.

Emperor Jingjiang's gaze was as deep as autumn water, cast on Lin Xiaofeng, with unnoticeable admiration and praise shining in it. He spoke slowly, with a majestic and gentle voice: "Ai Qing responded appropriately and handled the situation well, and should have been generously rewarded. However, considering that your first involvement in the court affairs has yet to have a solid foundation, I will leave this matter to be discussed in the future. We will discuss it later when the reward is given." Lin Xiaofeng did not show any pride or regret in the face of the emperor's praise. He knew in his heart that the prince had become a pawn in his hands. In such a power competition, his official position could be promoted or demoted at a moment's notice. It is no longer so crucial.

"The humble minister is extremely frightened. I feel really guilty for such a heavy gift from the emperor, and dare not accept such an honor hastily!" At this moment, on one side of the hall, Li Dexian's face was instantly covered with a haze of dissatisfaction, and the sullen expression His emotions could not be concealed. He held his chest high and his head high, and shouted loudly: "Father, my sons and ministers also played a vital role in this incident, and their contributions must not be wiped out!" Emperor Jingjiang heard this After saying this, there was a deep light of wisdom in his eyes, and an intriguing smile was subtly outlined at the corner of his mouth. He responded half-jokingly: "The prince has indeed shown extraordinary ability and responsibility. Could it be that you are eager for me to help you immediately at this moment?" Official promotion?"

Li Dexian did not flinch in the face of Emperor Jingjiang's ridicule, but said frankly: "The official position is not urgent for the time being. A little gold and silver as a reward is enough to show motivation." These words were like a heavy hammer hitting the calm lake, making The smile on Emperor Jingjiang's face froze instantly, as if time suddenly stopped at this moment, freezing this subtle picture into a palace ukiyo-e. Emperor Jingjiang was silent for a moment, and his tone quietly infiltrated a bit of coldness and seriousness: "I am exhausted both mentally and physically today, so I will go back to the palace to rest first." After saying this, Emperor Jingjiang turned around and left slowly. His steps seemed unusually steady and powerful, and every step he took was On the avenue paved with blue bricks, it seemed to hit everyone's heart. Although the voice was light, it contained a pressure that could not be ignored. As the dusk gradually thickened, the figure disappeared deep into the palace.

Lin Xiaofeng and Li Dexian stood side by side, their eyes closely following Emperor Jingjiang's retreating back until he disappeared from the end of the field of vision. Both of them felt their hearts suddenly tense, and they couldn't help but sigh deeply at the same time: "What a calculating and thoughtful monarch!" However, this seemingly ordinary conversation was like the ripples caused by a stone thrown into a pond. There are layers of waves in their hearts, which indicates that a new storm is brewing inside and outside the court. When the time is right, it will sweep across the entire empire's power territory.

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At dawn the next day, the morning glow was like a poet splashing across the sky. The orderly daily scroll of the imperial court slowly unfolded in the morning light again, like a simple scroll washed carefully by the morning dew, fading away from the deep tiredness of the night. Put on a solemn and peaceful makeup for a new day. However, in this solemn and harmonious scene, Cai Yingyang's figure is like a plum blossom inserted diagonally in the brocade, abrupt and out of place. He stood against the pillars of the corridor. The majestic and majestic appearance of the past was gone, replaced by a unique and slightly desolate color, as if it was a drop of colorful ink accidentally splashed on the ancient painting with delicate brushstrokes. .

The truth is not so dramatic. Cai Yingyang did not have any leg problems. He just encountered a sudden violent storm on the way to the palace. The dampness and coldness penetrated his bones. The pain of rheumatism instantly bit his bones like a poisonous snake. Muscles and joints. The ordinary people in the city did not know the truth, but saw that this big man who usually walked quickly was struggling at the moment. They mistakenly thought that he had a fracture. They were all extremely anxious and rushed to send him to the most famous medical clinic in the city for treatment. The doctor was young and frivolous, and without careful diagnosis, he hurriedly entangled Cai Yingyang's legs tightly, like two huge rice dumplings, tightly restricting his pace.

When he returned home, facing this pair of legs wrapped in innocence, Cai Yingyang felt mixed emotions in his heart. Deep in his heart, he secretly thought: Everyone in this world has moments of weakness, so why not take the opportunity to pretend and use this sudden illness as a cover to avoid the embarrassment and pain that may arise when undressing the layers of bandages? laugh at? So, even though every step was accompanied by unbearable pain and even though it was difficult, he still chose to embark on the difficult road to the court the next morning. While walking, he communicated with Lin Xiaofeng with his eyes many times. The profound gaze that lasted ten thousand years seemed to flow out of indescribable pain, perseverance and indifferent acceptance of all the situations in the world.

At this moment, Emperor Jingjiang was sitting on the dragon chair, holding the heavy memorial tightly in his hand. His eyes were like shining stars, wandering between the lines with concentration and depth. This memorial was written by Lu Yinsheng, and what it talks about is the increasingly serious food shortage problem plaguing the south. Every word seems to carry the heavy sigh of the suffering and lamentation of thousands of people.

After Emperor Jingjiang finished reading page by page, he gently put down the memorial, and his majestic and deep voice echoed throughout the splendid hall: "Wang Jingwen, please read this memorial in public." Although the memorial mentioned in the memorial There is not much novelty in the various countermeasures. The specific operational details such as opening warehouses for relief, stabilizing food prices, and how to distribute reasonably are all topics that were discussed repeatedly during the heated debate with Lin Xiaofeng a few days ago. Now they have surfaced again, and even more Show its urgency.

As Wang Jingwen finished reading aloud, the entire hall fell into silence, as if one could hear the tension and worry filling the air. Emperor Jingjiang opened his lips slightly at this time, and his words were full of worry: "Dear gentlemen, what are your far-sighted insights and strategies for this major issue related to the national economy and people's livelihood? You might as well speak frankly and discuss countermeasures together."

His voice resounded through the sky like a bell, and every word struck everyone's heart: "This matter is related to the safety of the country. The local government has issued emergency reports three times in a row, urging the court to take action as soon as possible to open warehouses and release grain to meet the urgent need. If we continue to delay the decision and public dissatisfaction boils over, it is very likely to trigger social unrest, and the situation may be difficult to deal with. Today's situation is extremely serious, the Yangtze River floods are raging, and the disaster has far-reaching consequences. It is urgent for everyone to express their opinions, contribute wisdom, work together, and work together to deal with the situation. Get through this unprecedented difficulty.”

Lin Xiaofeng's heart seemed to be ignited with a hot and anxious flame, which instantly broke out in the silent court. He stepped forward, like a stream breaking through the ice in early spring, with an unstoppable vitality and determination. His eyes shone with determination as he looked directly at His Majesty on the dragon throne, his voice sincere and firm.

"Your Majesty," he said, "I believe that it is not wise to forcefully lower the price of food. We should comply with the natural laws of the market and let the market adjust itself. Just imagine, if the imperial court forcibly lowers the price of food, it will make the grain merchants unprofitable. Picture, then how can the food from the rich land be willing to flow into the disaster area? Even if the local government has a law to collect grain, it will inevitably be restricted by various factors such as human resources and financial resources during the implementation process, and the effect may not be satisfactory. . Therefore, Weichen advocates opening up market prices to promote the circulation of food across the country. At the same time, we should spread this policy throughout the country so that grain merchants from all over the country can take notice and transport food to the disaster areas one after another, so that the victims can benefit from it. Only then can we hope to survive this difficult period.”

However, as soon as Lin Xiaofeng finished speaking and before Lu Yinsheng opened his mouth, the scholars started making noise like a flock of crows, scrambling to express their dissent, trying to overwhelm Lin Xiaofeng's views with momentum. A bachelor raised his arms and shouted, his words hitting the hall like a heavy hammer: "We are firmly opposed to the method advocated by Mr. Lin!"

"If we follow Mr. Lin's advice and encourage food prices to rise, the people will be panicked, and the people can only sigh in despair at the high food prices." The bachelor continued, "At that time, those poor people who cannot afford to buy food will have to How should they deal with themselves? Do they want to watch themselves starve to death?”

Another bachelor also echoed: "What's more, if grain merchants gather in one place because of high prices, resulting in oversupply, grain prices will naturally fall. By then, there will be no grain in the world, how can grain merchants act like this? What if they rush to the disaster area like a savior? They will only take the opportunity to raise prices and make a fortune.”

Another bachelor added: "Furthermore, the local granary storage is limited, how long can it last? Once the granary is in crisis, how should we respond? Do we have to watch the victims starve to death?"

Another opponent quickly followed up, and his words struck the hearts of everyone present like a drum in the evening and a bell in the morning. The emotion of indignation and worry was like thunder, shaking the entire hall: "Master Lin's proposal, once implemented, will , it will definitely trigger a wave of hoarding. At that time, some people will take advantage of the country's dire straits and serious disasters to enrich the country. Let me ask Mr. Lin, how can you bear to see the victims facing a warehouse full of food but can only watch helplessly starving to death! Tragic scenes all over the place?”

When Lin Xiaofeng heard this, a shadow of contemplation passed between his brows. He shook his head slightly, and his movements at that moment seemed to be carrying a thousand pounds of weight. After a moment, he responded, his tone calm and firm, like the breeze blowing across the lake, but with endless power hidden inside: "Hoarding is like a stubborn disease that is difficult to eradicate, but those grain merchants traveled across mountains and rivers, and went through all kinds of hardships to sell grains." The warehousing and transportation costs involved in transporting to the disaster area are so huge that ordinary merchants cannot afford it. Imagine if food prices soar due to over-extraction, causing more hungry people to fall into desperation. The huge profits will also be shattered like a dream, because the market that has lost the foundation of the people will eventually collapse and overturn. Furthermore, if there are really those cunning people who destroy their conscience and want to take advantage of the disaster to monopolize the market, regardless of the life and death of the victims, we will go to court. How can the government just sit back and watch? The court should closely monitor the various behaviors of grain merchants. If any hoarding or illegal profit-making is discovered, it must take the initiative without hesitation and crack down severely instead of forcibly expropriating the grain stocks of local wealthy households. , Such a strategy is not only more fair and reasonable, but also more feasible in actual implementation.”

The ministers were like a group of moths surrounding the blazing bonfire of the disaster relief strategy, each flapping their wings and scattering sparks of insights. Their arguments came and went, like a fierce and complex symphony, surging in the majestic hall, hitting the ancient beams and heavy dragon chairs. Emperor Jingjiang sat on the dragon chair that symbolized supreme authority. His face was as calm as lake water, but his heart was like waves. The headaches rising from the bottom of his heart seemed to be the impact of this debate on his wisdom. Shock and test.

He deeply understood that the disaster relief strategy expounded by Lin Xiaofeng was like a bright ray of humanity, which contained deep humanistic care and compassion. However, this fresh concept often faced the traditional tradition that had gone through many vicissitudes of life and had been tempered for thousands of years. When it comes to stability, it seems a bit immature and inadequate. Although the disaster relief plan advocated by Lu Yinsheng may not be immediately effective, it is the crystallization of wisdom that has been continuously washed and precipitated in the long river of history, and represents a well-thought-out and steady route. (End of chapter)