The Li family of Longxi, the Wang family of Taiyuan, the Cui family of Qinghe, the Lu family of Fanyang, and the Zheng family of Xingyang
Wei Yang's attitude was very firm.
After all, he was representing the imperial court to negotiate with the five major families.
If there is even the slightest lack of momentum, the land reform will be very difficult to carry out.
"Rule of law is a nice thing to say, but isn't it still just using power to oppress others? Back then, the reason the Great Qin was able to establish itself was because of our aristocratic family!"
Qinghe Cui couldn't help but snort coldly.
The other heads of the noble families all spoke out:
"Over the years, the imperial court has built canals and fought foreign wars, and we have made contributions!"
"That's right. Not only did we not receive any reward from the court, but... they're forcing us like this?"
"The court has gone too far!"
“…”
Their dissatisfaction with the court was written on their faces.
Wei Yang looked around at everyone, sneered, and said lightly:
"You like to talk about history? Okay, then today, I will tell you about history."
"When Emperor Taizu of Qin founded the country, the favors he bestowed upon your great families were not enough?"
"Ask yourselves, over the years, how many things have you done that could wipe out your entire clan?"
"But has the court ever held you accountable?"
"It would be fine if you didn't think about serving your country, but you still resent the court."
"Don't you feel any pain in your conscience?"
As soon as these words were spoken.
All the major families fell into silence.
It's not that they don't know history.
The Qin Dynasty lasted for more than three hundred years, and during this period, countless children from noble families broke the country's laws.
For example, robbing women, seizing fertile land, and even killing and robbing...
There are also many serious crimes that can result in the extermination of three or even nine generations of the clan.
In the end, the court resolved the issue with much ado about nothing.
It can be considered that we have done our utmost to be kind to these noble families.
Therefore, the court did not owe them anything.
Seeing that they had fallen silent one after another, Wei Yang continued:
"In the past, the laws of the Qin Dynasty were very lenient towards your family."
"However, the court does not owe your family anything. On the contrary, you owe the court something."
"Therefore, from today onwards, the court will no longer grant your family any special privileges. Nobles who break the law will be punished just like commoners."
"You'd better take a look at the Land Law and the Land Reform Law. The reason I'm still speaking so kindly to you today..."
"It's just following the law!"
The aristocratic families understood what he meant.
From now on, if a noble breaks the law, he will be punished just like the common people...
Before this, except for serious crimes such as treason, the so-called laws were just decorations for the aristocratic families.
However, times are different now.
Wei Yang's words silenced all the major families.
They already understood the court's bottom line.
"Since that's the case... we are willing to support the imperial court's land reform, but this matter still needs to be discussed carefully with some of the elders in our family."
Li Yin spoke slowly.
The other heads of the noble families also expressed their opinions:
"Land reform is not something that can be accomplished overnight. We need to make thorough plans. When we return to our clan, we will discuss the feasibility of this matter with the clan members."
"Is the imperial court truly incapable of coming up with a foolproof solution? Well...we can hand over the land, but I hope the imperial court won't let the children of my noble family go hungry."
"Forget it, forget it. Everything will be subject to your Majesty's will. As for whether our subordinates obey or not, it is not our place to interfere."
“…”
To put it bluntly, they can support the court's land reform.
However, if a series of unexpected events occur, it has nothing to do with them.
Because the interest chains behind each family are huge and complicated.
Some of the merchants who are dependent on the aristocratic families appear to be following the lead of the major aristocratic families, but in fact, who would not want to become a new aristocratic family?
However, these businessmen or families may not necessarily listen to their advice.
However, with their approval, the subsequent land reform will be very easy to carry out.
Wei Yang slowly said to the crowd, "We were just talking about history, and I can make a promise."
"Future generations will remember your decision today and will also praise your achievements."
"The great cause of land reform will benefit generations to come, and you are all heroes."
"The court will never forget you."
If we talk about it now.
By agreeing to the land reform, all of their major families transformed themselves into red industries.
This is the result of their support for land reform.
However, no matter what, going against the imperial court is always the most unwise choice.
With Wei Yang, who governs the country according to law, what can they do even if they disagree?
It's just to keep more blood in the family.
If that’s the case, why not agree to it now?
Wei Yang successfully persuaded the five major families.
When Cao Cao learned about this, he seemed very happy.
Someone suggested that he should inform the Emperor about this as soon as possible to make His Majesty happy.
After all, with the support of the aristocratic families, even if the Qin Dynasty is in chaos, it will not be turned upside down.
However, Cao Cao was not in a hurry to report this matter to Ying Yuan:
"The five great families only verbally agreed to the land reform. Who knows if they will suddenly change their minds?"
"Let's wait until the situation stabilizes and the land reform comes to a temporary end before reporting to His Majesty!"
He didn't want Ying Yuan to be disappointed in the end.
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