Think about it, didn’t Wang Shouyuan also want to seek welfare for the people?
It was only because of the instructions of the late emperor and my teacher that I chose another path.
Now, after seeing that the land-based tax system is about to be successfully implemented.
He also picked up his previous goal.
I thought of this idea.
"Brother Shouyuan can handle it." At this moment, Song Gongwen said, "If the equalization of the land tax is the beginning of curbing the trend of land annexation, then this move of yours is to cut off the source of the gentry and landlord groups."
"As long as it is well-managed, it will not only curb the trend of private lending, but also enable the people to truly become wealthy."
In fact, private lending has always been a headache for the imperial court.
Because the people don’t have much money, but they still have to live.
Had to find a way to raise money.
But the problem is that those who lent money to the private sector were all gentry and landlords.
These people take pleasure in exploiting the people, and the interest rates can be said to be extremely high.
In this situation, not only can the people not repay their loans, but they also have to bear a lot of debt.
Often two or three generations continue to be exploited.
And now we have the government as our backing.
When interest rates are extremely low, this problem can be largely solved.
This made Song Gongwen sigh that Wang Shouyuan was indeed one of the students recognized by the teacher.
"However, although my method is good, it actually has its flaws." Wang Shouyuan thought for a moment and continued, "It just so happens that Brother Gongwen can use the excuse of equalizing the land tax to deal with some inactive and corrupt officials."
"When the time is right, we can officially start implementing this method to match the land tax."
He thought that his method placed extremely high demands on officials.
What if someone pockets the money or raises interest rates privately?
This is not a good thing for the people.
It may even backfire.
And now.
Song Gongwen had power and reputation, and was able to remove some officials of bad character and replace them with a group of truly reliable people.
Then we will conduct a pilot test in Longyang Prefecture. Now that we have our own control, there will definitely be no problems.
"Why wait?" However, at this time, Song Gongwen couldn't help but wonder, and said directly: "Now that the land tax is being distributed according to the land, why not just use this method together? This way, we can not only save time, but also truly benefit the people."
"Now it's March, which is the perfect time for people to start their spring plowing. It's the best opportunity. I don't think we need to wait any longer!"
This law will bring greater benefits to the people, as long as they fully understand it.
By then, it will be easier for the East Factory to change public opinion.
Therefore, Song Gongwen felt that there was no need to wait at all.
Just do it in one go!
"No?"
Upon hearing this, Wang Shouyuan couldn't help but ask, "But this is setting a precedent after all. Shouldn't we report this to His Majesty?"
"Your Majesty has granted me full control, so I can naturally make the decision. Furthermore, this method will have little impact on the court, and it's only being piloted in Longyang Prefecture for now. Even the local officials don't need to go through the cabinet."
Song Gongwen smiled and said, "Besides, this law will benefit the country and strengthen the people. I believe that as long as it is beneficial to the country, Your Majesty will readily agree to it."
Wang Shouyuan's method was to use the local government as a backing and allow the people to borrow money for their livelihood.
Not to mention the prefect, even the county magistrate could start implementing it without approval from above.
Unless it is a reform like the land-based tax system, which has a huge impact.
Or maybe some other big thing.
It needs to be approved by the cabinet and the emperor.
"Brother Gongwen is right." Wang Shouyuan thought for a moment and continued, "Indeed, it would be the best idea to implement this method now."
After saying that, the two looked at each other and then smiled.
Then we discussed it.
Since this law is implemented in Longyang Prefecture, it is temporarily named Longyang New Law.
"Oh, right." After finishing his conversation, Song Gongwen took a sip of tea and said, "After I finish dealing with the tax-tax system and return to the capital, I will report to His Majesty on your contribution to the Longyang New Law. His Majesty will surely praise you all!"
The other party stayed in one place for five years and served as a county magistrate for five years.
There must be some feelings of frustration in your heart, just like I did in the beginning.
This kind of thing cannot be publicized even if it is because we want to deal with the gentry.
But no matter what, His Majesty must be informed.
We can’t bury those who have made no contribution!
“No!”
At this time, Wang Shouyuan suddenly said: "The fewer people who know about my affairs, the better. As for the credit for Longyang's new law, Brother Gongwen should just take it."
"Just like a teacher, who established your majesty's prestige, he was willing to disregard his reputation after his death. Your majesty, on the other hand, is dedicated to the country and the welfare of the people, and is willing to stand in opposition to the nobles of the world. Both of them have great ideals and ambitions."
"And I've thought it through these past few days. Fame, fortune, and wealth are not what I want. My goal is to bring down the nobles!"
"I don't need people to understand me, nor do I need people to remember me. I just need to know what I'm doing."
"And this is the truth I have realized in my five years in Longyang. The unity of knowledge and action that I want!"
What you think in your heart should be consistent with your actions.
This is what Wang Shouyuan is looking for.
Other than that, I don't care at all.
"But this... is a bit unfair to you!" Song Gongwen said.
He has made great contributions and served the country and the people, but no one knows about it...
"What is justice? What is injustice?" Wang Shouyuan smiled and continued, "As long as the country is strong and the people are blessed, that's the best for me. As for achievements, what does it matter? I don't have to be the one to achieve success, but I will definitely be part of it!"
After hearing these words, Song Gongwen's heart was touched again.
There were teachers before us who did not care to leave their names in history.
My current fellow student, Wang Shouyuan, seeks the unity of knowledge and action and does not care about fame, wealth and achievements.
The other party is obviously as talented as himself, but in order to overthrow the nobles, he is willing to lie dormant.
No one even needs to know what he did.
Even the evaluation and understanding of the world.
I don't take it to heart at all.
Just for.
What's in your mind.
He really didn't know what to say. This was truly serving the country and the people.
Especially the truth that the other party has realized, the so-called unity of knowledge and action.
It even shocked them.
Thinking and doing are two completely different things.
Not to mention that thoughts and actions are completely consistent.
So, he didn't say anything, but just looked at the other person with a hint of respect in his eyes.
Song Gongwen knew that the court now had a wise and powerful emperor and a teacher who was dedicated to the country.
Together with Wang Jin, eunuch Wang and others, although the entire court is not full of loyal and honest people, there are also many like-minded people.
He believed that with such a group of people around, he would be able to see the day when the Wei Dynasty became strong and the people lived in peace and happiness during his lifetime.
In order for that day to come sooner, we must work harder!
After a long moment, Song Gongwen finally recovered. He took a deep breath and continued, "Brother Shouyuan was just talking about our teacher. Coincidentally, along with the imperial edict, there was also a handwritten letter from our teacher."
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