"Oh? What did the letter say?"
Hearing this, Wang Shouyuan's eyes lit up.
Although it seems that the current Longyang Prefecture is in charge of the land tax distribution.
But in fact, Zhang Zhengming also put in a lot of effort in secret.
For example, stabilizing the cabinet and the gentry outside Jiangnan.
That's why.
The incident in Longyang Prefecture has caused such a big stir.
But there was not much response in other places.
It can be said that the teacher single-handedly helped them withstand most of the pressure.
Of course, Wang Shouyuan also knew that the one who played the decisive role in this was actually His Majesty.
Your Majesty's attitude is the key to the implementation of the reform.
But he was still curious about what the teacher would say.
"Teacher said he's heard about the recent events in Longyang Prefecture and is happy for you and me, knowing we'll definitely succeed." Song Gongwen smiled and continued, "With him mediating with the other nobles behind the scenes, we shouldn't hesitate and should just go for it."
"Good!" Wang Shouyuan burst into laughter and continued, "With what you said, teacher, I can rest assured."
Although Zhang Zhengming was not from a noble family, he had great fame and power.
Especially in the imperial court and other places, he had students.
The influence can be said to be very great.
Mediate and suppress the gentry.
No problem at all.
It also created good conditions for them to implement the equalization of land tax.
"Teacher, you've certainly been working hard these days." Song Gongwen also smiled, but soon sighed and said, "However, the teacher also said that he would meet with His Majesty in a few days, taking advantage of the fact that the land tax is about to be successfully implemented."
"Meet His Majesty...Teacher, what do you want?" Wang Shouyuan was stunned at first, but soon understood.
Know what the teacher wants at this critical moment.
I met with His Majesty and opposed the equalization of land tax.
What's the reason?
It is also to establish prestige for Your Majesty.
Just imagine being the Grand Tutor that everyone admires.
However, doing such a good thing that benefits the country and the people is already a huge blow to one's reputation.
But His Majesty insisted on proceeding.
Then at this time, the implementation of the land-based tax system was successful, and the people also felt that they had gained huge benefits.
The court's tax revenue was also improved, and the trend of annexation was curbed.
The reputation Zhang Zhengming had accumulated before would be greatly weakened.
Your Majesty has earned the reputation of being a wise ruler.
He can also start to build his own prestige by denying the Taifu.
"The teacher said that he wanted to use himself as a stepping stone to establish prestige for Your Majesty. The moment before the reform is successful is the best time." Song Gongwen said softly, his words full of admiration and a hint of sigh.
Wang Shouyuan didn't say anything. He knew that the teacher was doing it for the country, but he still felt a little sad.
Because this is a gamble on your reputation after death.
Officials throughout history, especially those who are capable.
They all care about the evaluation in history books.
For this reason, some even risk their lives.
But the teacher doesn't care, it's just for His Majesty, for the country...
"The only thing we can do now is to implement the tax distribution and your method as soon as possible. Only in this way can we live up to our teacher!" Song Gongwen took a deep breath and said.
Wang Shouyuan also nodded, and his eyes became firm.
everything.
It’s all for the Great Wei, for Your Majesty!
Next, the two began to discuss the final details.
That is how to use public opinion to force the Longyang gentry into a corner.
Then use this opportunity to give them the final blow.
But because everything is going according to plan.
So the two didn't chat for too long.
At the same time, it was decided that tomorrow would be the best time to counterattack.
After the discussion, Wang Shouyuan left the remote courtyard without stopping and went to prepare.
Song Gongwen sent a message overnight to the head of the East Factory who stayed in Longyang, asking them to spread the news tomorrow according to the plan and change public opinion.
That night, everything was ready!
...
The next morning.
The Longyang gentry remained the same as before.
He was preparing to bribe the people and the tenants under his command.
Continue to protest against the equalization of land tax and discredit Song Gongwen.
Things seem to be going smoothly.
But this situation did not last long.
The nobles were horrified to discover this.
Among the people.
Suddenly another sound appeared.
That is, many people began to understand that the essence of the poll tax was to increase taxes on officials and landlords, while the impact on the common people was minimal. Especially when the common people knew that the head tax would be exempted, they were even more excited.
They didn't earn much in a year, and not only did they have to pay two taxes, they also had to give one to the landlords and the gentry.
But now, the court wants to exempt the Ding tax and reduce the land tax.
For them, that couldn't be better.
The most important thing.
It was news that the people heard from somewhere.
The current Majesty fully supports the idea of distributing the tax rate based on the amount of land used, and this is for the benefit of the people.
And there is an even more terrifying voice, that is, there are rumors that the government will soon provide a guarantee for the people. As long as the review is passed, loans will be provided to farmers and tenants, so that they can have their own capital to farm, buy cattle, buy farm tools, and do more things.
In an instant, the people of Longyang Prefecture began to boil.
He turned around and began to support the equalization of land tax, the imperial court, and Song Gongwen.
Directly stood in opposition to the gentry.
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