I have to say, he is indeed a counselor, he has a sharp mind.
Rong Fang really didn't intend to let them get up so easily.
He glanced at the counselors with some disappointment, and finally his gaze fell on Prince Long:
"Our ancestors bestowed fiefdoms upon you so that you could guard our Central Plains. Yet, you have each taken up arms and become enemies of the imperial court. I am deeply disappointed. So are our ancestors."
The King of Long lowered his head and said, "It's my fault."
Although he said this, he didn't think so in his heart.
If you bow your head now, you will only win or lose.
"I am not intolerant of others. You are all talented people. Now, I want to reuse you and let you make meritorious contributions after your crimes. What do you think?"
King Long suddenly looked up, his eyes full of disbelief.
Is the emperor losing his mind?
Reuse them?
Can he be at ease?
Rong Fang was indeed worried.
Although he believed himself to be capable, he could not escape the suspicion of an emperor.
If it were just him, he wouldn't want to use these people at all.
He had no way of ensuring the loyalty of these people, and even if they were indeed talented, he would rather kill them by mistake.
But now with the support of masters and divine beasts, Rong Fang feels much more at ease.
He believed that one day he would grow up and make these people submit to him willingly.
One day, he will be able to confidently gather the best talents in the world and use them for his own benefit, and delegate power without worrying that these people will rebel against him.
No one answered.
Rong Fang was not in a hurry at the moment.
Although he is not confident yet, he has to pretend to be confident:
"I'll give you one day. Please think it over carefully."
After saying that, he got up and left.
The people of the former Long State: ...
They looked at each other in bewilderment.
Prince Long was helped to his feet and gave a wry smile: "It seems that Heaven will not destroy the Rong Dynasty! Your Majesty seems gentle in his dealings, but he is also tough."
The counselor Jing Chuan echoed: "Your Majesty, I'm afraid your plans are quite significant."
He lowered his eyes in thought, but a hint of heat rose in his heart.
Who doesn’t want to achieve great things and leave their name in history?
If one could contribute to the revival of a dynasty when it was in decline, he would surely leave a mark in history books.
No matter who falls into the hands of these people, they cannot be trusted.
His Majesty had just mentioned only one way, but they understood that this was their only choice.
Otherwise, there will be no way out!
King Long sat down, lowered his head and said nothing.
He has been in a high position for many years and is unwilling to submit to others.
But now that he is under someone's roof, he has no choice.
Li De bowed and said, "Please let the Lord know."
The King of Long still didn't speak.
Jing Chuan looked at him and said, "I think you can agree to it first, and we can discuss other matters later."
Everyone looked at each other.
Everyone has actually agreed with this in their hearts.
The emperor's methods are too mysterious.
They have all experienced it firsthand and have no desire to resist.
Besides, the other party is orthodox.
Seeing the hesitation in everyone's eyes, the King of Long sighed inwardly:
"In that case, we will listen to Advisor Jing."
The game is over.
Now he only hopes that the emperor will show mercy.
Rong Fang received the news the next day.
He curled his lips and smiled like a fox: "Since you agreed, let's get to work!"
After all, the master had just painted a big pie of a bright future for him, and he wanted to eat it!
With these capable ministers and generals gathered in Longdi, Rong Fang was able to let go and issue government orders one after another.
The Ministry of Revenue implemented the exemption of agricultural taxes, encouraged farming, reclaimed wasteland, and planted new crops, and collected additional commercial taxes. The descendants of merchants could also participate in the imperial examinations.
The Ministry of Works recruited skilled craftsmen from across the country to improve tools for planting, irrigation, and harvesting grain, to make cement, and to strengthen city walls and dams.
The Ministry of Personnel has increased the assessment of officials, and in addition to political achievements, it has added an assessment of job content and ideological and moral norms.
The Ministry of Rites prepared intensively for the imperial examinations and led research into papermaking and movable type printing. In collaboration with the Ministry of Works, they built libraries in all major capitals across the country within a year.
The Ministry of War was responsible for conscription, improving the treatment of soldiers, implementing pensions for all soldiers and their families who died on the battlefield in the past, building monuments to heroes, adding female soldiers, establishing cavalry and navy, and conducting large-scale military training.
The Ministry of Justice enacted laws to protect the rights of the lower classes and improve the status of women.
As the orders were passed down, the whole country was shocked.
Before anyone else could react, the court erupted in an uproar.
These policies undoubtedly infringe upon the interests of many people.
How could the court officials allow such a thing to happen?
"Your Majesty, this is absolutely unacceptable! Such a large-scale war would be extremely costly and cumbersome. Please revoke your order!"
"Commercial taxes are competing with the people for profit. Your Majesty, please think twice!"
Everyone had a solemn and distressed look on their face, as if the policies proposed by Rong Fang were harsh.
Rong Fang didn't argue with them.
The world that the master described to him was too beautiful. He knew that he probably would not be able to reach it in his lifetime, but this did not stop him from yearning for it.
Even if he can't see it, there are still his descendants!
With the efforts of several generations, such a prosperous era will eventually come!
He waved his hand and said, "I have made the decision. My dear ministers, please go ahead and do it."
"His Majesty……"
Rong Fang looked calmly at the person who had spoken: "Shangshu, is there anything else?"
At that moment, the Minister of Personnel felt his scalp tingling: "Your Majesty is wise."
He dropped to his knees.
But my heart was beating fast.
The look in His Majesty's eyes just now seemed to penetrate directly into the darkest corner of his heart.
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