Fang Xuanling finished speaking, and he spoke very clearly.

Almost everyone present could understand it.

I also understand the benefits that this policy will bring to the court once it is implemented.

certainly!

This will inevitably involve a lot of resistance.

That's why he said at the end that how and when to implement it still needs further consideration.

Just then.

Crown Prince Li Chengqian suddenly stood up.

"Father, I have something to say."

Li Er smiled slightly and motioned him to speak.

Li Chengqian took a deep breath and said loudly:

"Your Majesty, I believe that County Marquis Zhuang's five-year plan is not only feasible, but also necessary.

The Tang Dynasty needs change and development, and Zhuang Xianbo's plan is the key to promoting the development of the Tang Dynasty.

The imperial court is now fully committed to promoting high-yield agricultural planting, and the construction of cement roads in Kyoto is also progressing simultaneously.

These changes have been witnessed by me and everyone in the court.

Therefore, I am willing to personally visit various places to oversee the implementation of the land tax system and ensure that every policy is implemented effectively."

Li Chengqian's words were like a thunderclap, instantly causing an uproar in the court.

All the officials looked at him in surprise. They had not expected that the young Crown Prince would want to travel to various places to implement the reform plan.

A hint of admiration also flashed in Li Er's eyes.

He looked at Li Chengqian and said with a smile:

"Prince, I admire your courage and determination.

But right now, there are more important things for you to do in Kyoto.

As for supervising the implementation of the land-based tax policy in various places, I will assign other officials to be responsible for this matter."

"yes."

Li Chengqian responded and said loudly:

"Father, I have something else to ask you!"

"Oh, what's that?"

Li Chengqian had already walked among the ministers and glanced at Zhuang Zhou who was sitting cross-legged on the ground.

Then he turned to Li Er and said:

"Your Majesty, I wish to appoint Zhuang Zhou as your Junior Tutor. Please grant me your permission, Father!"

Crash~~~

As soon as these words were spoken, all officials were in an uproar.

For a moment, all the officials in the court were talking about it.

Even Changsun Wuji, who had remained calm and composed, was horrified.

What?

The prince wants to take Zhuang Zhou as his teacher?

This is a huge matter for the imperial court.

Wei Zheng never expected this at this time.

In the court, Wei Zheng was the one who dared to speak the most.

The most important thing when doing things is courtesy.

But Zhuang Zhou was just a businessman, although he also offered advice and suggestions to the court and proposed many development plans that were beneficial to the country.

A businessman can be made the prince's tutor.

In any case, it is against etiquette.

"Your Majesty, I think..."

"Wait a moment!"

Wei Zheng was about to speak when he was interrupted by Li Er.

He looked at Li Chengqian and urged:

"Tell me, why do you want to be the Junior Tutor of Zhuang County?"

"Your Majesty, since Zhuang Zhou came to Chang'an, I have had a lot of contact with him.

I discovered that although Zhuang Zhou was just a businessman, his conversation and knowledge were rare talents in ancient times.

My father often taught me that one should not judge a book by its cover, and one should not judge the depth of the ocean by a bucket.

Zhuang Zhou's knowledge and wisdom are exactly what I need to learn.

The five-year plan he proposed allowed his subjects to see the prosperous future of the Tang Dynasty.

Therefore, I earnestly request Your Majesty to allow me to take Zhuang Zhou as my teacher and learn from him how to govern and maintain peace."

Li Chengqian's words were sincere and firm.

But at this moment, Zhuang Zhou was completely stunned.

It's okay if you want me to teach you something else.

You actually want to learn from me how to govern the country and maintain peace?

Isn't this bullshit?

But now they are in the court, so Zhuang Zhou can't say much.

There is only silence.

Li Er looked at Li Chengqian, a hint of relief flashing in his eyes.

He nodded and said:

"Okay, I have the same idea.

Since you have this determination, I will grant you your request.

However, whether Zhuang Zhou is willing to accept you as his disciple still requires his consent."

Then he looked at Zhuang Zhou and asked:

"County Master Zhuang, I wish to appoint you as the Crown Prince's Junior Tutor. Are you willing?"

It was originally agreed upon long ago.

However, Zhuang Zhou did not expect that the issue would be brought up again in the court at this time.

It seems like the taste has completely changed!

certainly.

Actually, he had thought it was too simple before.

I originally thought that I could just agree to it casually.

But now it seems that every official present wants to beat him to death.

"Zhuang Zhou, are you willing?"

Do I dare to say no?

Zhuang Zhou straightened his back and saluted:

"I do!"

With Zhuang Zhou's statement, the atmosphere in the court became clear.

This is obviously well prepared!

"good!"

Li Er clapped his hands suddenly and was about to approve it directly.

At this time, Wei Zheng finally couldn't help it:

"Your Majesty, I think this is absolutely impossible!"

Li Er looked at Wei Zheng and frowned slightly:

"Wei Zheng, do you have any objection?"

Wei Zheng took a deep breath and said in a deep voice:

"Your Majesty, although Zhuang Zhou has some talent and learning, he is ultimately just a businessman.

Moreover, he is young and energetic, but has little experience.

It might be inappropriate to have him serve as the Crown Prince's Junior Tutor and teach him how to govern the country."

As soon as these words came out.

There was a sudden chorus of agreement in the court.

Li Chengqian frowned slightly, looked at Wei Zheng and said:

"Sir Wei, I believe that there is no necessary connection between knowledge and status.

Although Zhuang Zhou was a businessman, I had seen and heard with my own eyes and ears his talent and knowledge.

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