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Chapter 384 The True Meaning of Politics

This huge task was thrown at them directly, and Gongsun Zan and Tian Chou looked at each other in bewilderment.

Isn't this just asking them to operate on themselves?
Although they don't know the specific details of taking in refugees at home.

However, this kind of thing is a common practice.

Whenever there is a year of famine or war, it is the opportunity for these aristocratic families to expand and develop.

They live together in clans and defend their castles, and their manor economy itself has a stronger ability to resist risks.

During times of chaos, the better ones would buy up land and people at extremely low prices, while the worse ones would simply usurp power.

It is what is called plundering by trickery.

After the Yellow Turban Rebellion, they ushered in a wave of rapid leapfrog development.

Countless people were displaced and left their homes and children to wander around.

The ownerless land and free labor attracted a large population.

These are all precious treasures.

Now, Lord Su wants them to deal with this problem by themselves, which is extremely difficult.
"The issue of immigration involves a wide range of issues. I'm afraid you'll need to discuss it with Envoy Liu," Gongsun Zan reminded.

Out of urgency comes wisdom.

Gongsun Zan finally figured it out.

Although you, Lord Su, are indeed my superior, you can make arrangements for me, whether it is to withdraw troops or to relocate troops, and you have the full authority to do so.

However, this immigration is a civil matter and is not under the jurisdiction of General Du Liao.

And Liu Yu.
Although Gongsun Zan didn't get along well with him.

But we have to admit that this person is indeed popular among the people.

The most important thing is that he knows his limits and will not do anything that would embarrass any party.

Afraid that Su Yao didn't understand, Gongsun Zan prepared to explain it a little more.

Unexpectedly, Su Yao simply nodded:

"Yes, I do need to tell him about it."

"Then I should send a copy to the court, explain the whole story, and ask the court to formally arrange for a lieutenant to come to the farm."

Su Yao said, with a slightly embarrassed expression:
"In this case, I'll have to trouble you, Brother Bogui."

"Before the imperial court sends someone, we must defend Pinggang City to the death."

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The expression on Gongsun Zan's face froze for a moment.

He looked at Su Yao, not knowing for a moment whether this young prince really wanted to follow the procedures so strictly or was using this matter to measure himself.

How could he forget?

This young prince is also a popular celebrity in the emperor's heart.

Gongsun Zan had no doubt that if this matter was brought to the court, it would be pushed forward.

Although in today's era, everyone is taking in refugees.

The emperor even gave local governments the right to recruit soldiers for self-protection.

But that's all still official.

It is the tacit approval and mutual cooperation of local officials who turned a blind eye.

The She Ni Law, a harsh law that imposed severe punishments on refugees and those who took in refugees, has basically become meaningless, but it has not been abolished.

Considering that the emperor suddenly began to tighten his grip on military power after his great victory, it was hard to say whether they would be made an example of once Lord Su's report was submitted.
Moreover, even if everything goes well, it will probably take several months to go through this process.

Is he just going to stay here alone and helpless?

"When a general is on the battlefield, he may not obey the orders of the sovereign"

Gongsun Zan paused:

"The distance between the Great Wall and Luoyang is so far that it is not appropriate to wait for orders from the imperial court."

Su Yao clapped his hands and said:
"Yes, in an emergency."

"If we can solve it ourselves, there's no need to mobilize the imperial court."

In response to their concerns, Su Yao smiled:
"I know that each of your families has taken in a lot of refugees during this war." "Although it is against the law, you have helped the people and stabilized public order."

“Therefore, not only do I not intend to hold you accountable, I will also reward you for your contribution to the country.”

"award???"

Gongsun Zan and Tian Chou looked at each other, not understanding what this prince was up to.

Su Yao laughed:
"We have seized a lot of livestock and horses this time. I have decided to use part of it as special funds for this immigration project after rewarding the soldiers."

"For grain seeds, farm tools, and the labor costs for helping to resettle the people, etc., I will work with you to draw up a detailed set of standards later, and the Zhen family will be responsible for the coordination, procurement and compensation."

"In addition to the spoils, a large number of prisoners of war were captured this time."

"These people are all strong laborers. It is easy to cause hidden dangers when they gather together."

"On the basis of retaining a certain amount of labor, the rest will be brought back to the interior by you and used as compensation for the immigrants, and then dispersed and resettled."

As Su Yao spoke, Gongsun Zan and Tian Chou showed expressions of surprise and confusion on their faces.

They didn't expect that Su Yao not only did not hold them accountable for hiding the refugees, but also wanted to assist them in the immigration project in the form of special funds.

The more they listened to Su Yao's description of the situation, the more shocked they were. They were extremely surprised and found it unbelievable.

You should know that in the past, the imperial court mostly adopted the method of forced migration.

Basically, they use swords to clear the way, and you have no choice whether to go or not. Although there will be tax and corvée reductions, complaints along the way are inevitable, and it is quite unpopular.

After all, if they move to a harsh place, public resentment is inevitable.

Especially in the military settlements on the frontiers, even the land did not belong to the people, but was collected by local officials to fill the national treasury and prepare for war.

And this time.

This Lord Su conquered such a large piece of land, but he did not set up military settlements or force people to relocate. Instead, he distributed the land to the people, provided resettlement compensation, and even rewarded the noble families who assisted him.

And all the purchases of farm tools etc. are done from them.

In this way, if they understand correctly, most of the funds and property will eventually flow into the hands of those families who support immigration.

"In this case, I think your families will no longer have any objections, right?"

After hearing this, Tian Chou quickly calculated in his mind, thinking about the ins and outs, and weighing the gains and losses.

Although they received partial financial compensation, the loss of those refugees obviously greatly weakened their foundation. How should they explain this to their elders at home?

However, while he was struggling and hesitating, Gongsun Zan over there heard it and responded without thinking:

"Your Excellency is truly righteous."

"Sharing the worries of the court and serving the princes is what we should do."

"I didn't expect that the Lord would not only not remember our mistakes, but also reward us generously. It's really..."

Gongsun Zan bowed his head and clasped his fists:
"I will not say any more polite words. No matter what other families say, my Gongsun family will fully support your immigration policy!"

Gongsun Zan's sudden statement left the young Tian Chou stunned.

How come this White Horse General suddenly changed his personality and became so straightforward?

After thinking about it, he immediately understood that what Lord Su said was obviously not a discussion.

Considering his usual style, giving him a relatively fair remuneration and compensation here is already quite decent.

If a confrontation really breaks out and the matter is handled impartially, the consequences will be
Therefore, Tian Chou, who had thought of this, immediately responded:

"I will also do my best to convince the Patriarch to support your cause!"

When Su Yao saw the two people express their opinions, he nodded with relief.

A great man is a great man after all.

Honestly don't deceive me.

As a combat player, Su Yao has not done in-depth research on internal affairs and politics.

But when I was facing the tangled and complicated environment here before, a very familiar sentence suddenly popped up in my mind.

“Politics is about making more friends and fewer enemies.”

As long as we follow this principle, I think we will be successful in everything.

(End of this chapter)