Not only Liu Hong, but even Cao Song looked at Yuan Feng with a strange expression, feeling that this man was becoming an increasingly greater threat.
"Yes, the Grand Commandant and the Minister of Works have a very good idea! Let's do it that way!"
Although this method still has some hidden dangers, overall, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages, so Liu Hong agreed to this method.
After deliberation among the officials, the Imperial Secretariat quickly drafted several imperial edicts and sent them to the three prefectures of You, Bing, and Liang, thus setting the tone for this year's spring plowing.
After the three court sessions, Liu Hong summoned Yang Qiu, Xun Shuang, and Song Feng to the Deyang Palace.
"Look at this...!"
After the emperor and his ministers were seated, Liu Hong handed over the information gathered by the intelligence bureau to the three men.
"This... how could anyone be so audacious?!"
Xun Shuang and Song Feng were taken aback when they learned that large-scale land annexations were still taking place in Yanzhou, Qingzhou, Yuzhou and other places.
"Heh~, these three states are filled with powerful families whose influence is deeply entrenched, so some people naturally act with impunity!"
Liu Hong sneered, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.
Liu Hong's words made Xun Shuang's heart tremble slightly. He was from Yingchuan and naturally understood the meaning behind Liu Hong's words. Yanzhou, Qingzhou, and Yuzhou could be said to be the stronghold of the Shandong gentry.
Moreover, most of the officials came from local families, and these families were interconnected. Therefore, it is no exaggeration to say that these three states could be considered the backyard of those aristocratic families.
"Is His Majesty preparing to take action against the Shandong gentry?"
Looking at the murderous Yang Qiu and the expressionless Song Feng beside him, Xun Shuang couldn't help but think to himself.
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