Yang Qiu and Zhang Jian already knew exactly how much they had harvested this year, and they were just waiting for them to come to them on their own initiative.
Zhang Jian laughed and said, "As early as the reign of Emperor Xiaowu, there was a clear regulation that those who evaded taxes would have their homes confiscated and be exiled to the frontier! This time, we can finally wipe them out completely!"
At this point, Yang Qiu and Zhang Jian burst into laughter at the same time, feeling as if they had known each other for a long time.
At this moment, Chen Gui, the head of the Chen family in Xuzhou, was somewhat unsettled.
Cao and Xian had also invited him, but he did not agree. His family had a past relationship with the Xun family of Yingchuan, so he also received a letter from Xun Shuang.
Chen Gui knew how much the emperor valued this autumn harvest. If he dared to obstruct it, he feared he would immediately face the destruction of his family and the loss of his life.
Although on the surface the emperor seemed to value the aristocratic families, that was only on the condition that they supported the emperor. Judging from the various things that happened when the emperor ascended the throne, Chen Gui understood that anyone who dared to stand against the emperor would probably be dealt with sooner or later.
Thinking of the Mi family son who entered the Imperial Guard, Chen Gui couldn't help but think of his youngest son, Chen Deng. His son was exceptionally intelligent from a young age, and he didn't think he would be much worse than Zhong Yao and Sima Fang in the future.
Without further hesitation, Chen Gui picked up the prepared account books from the table and left the Chen residence, heading towards the governor's mansion.
When Chen Gui arrived at the governor's mansion, he found that the Mi family's carriage was also parked there, which meant they had the same plan as him.
"The Mi family truly lives up to their reputation in business; they know exactly how to adapt to changing circumstances!" Chen Gui thought to himself.
Chen Gui, who was brought to the mansion shortly afterward, found the head of the Mi family chatting happily with Zhang Jian and Yang Qiu.
Chen Gui stepped forward and bowed, "I am Chen Gui, greetings to Commandant Yang and Governor Zhang!"
Zhang Jian stood up with a smile to greet him, "Patriarch Chen, no need to be so polite. May I ask what brings you here?"
"Reporting to the Governor, I have heard that the court is facing financial difficulties and the Emperor is worried every day. My Chen family has enjoyed the support of the Han Dynasty for generations, and it is only right that we share the Emperor's burdens. Therefore, I am willing to offer the Chen family's earnings this year to His Majesty!"
"Patriarch Chen is indeed a man of great principle!"
Although somewhat puzzled, Zhang Jian still exchanged a few polite words and took Chen Gui's photo album to browse through it.
The head of the Mi family, standing to the side, glanced at Chen Gui with surprise, not expecting that this head of the Chen family would have such courage.
"That Chen Gui is really willing to go to such lengths!"
After Chen Gui and the head of the Mi family left, Zhang Jian couldn't help but click his tongue in disapproval. He had really underestimated this man in the past.
"A wise man submits to circumstances! Since that's the case, we might as well let him go!"
Yang Qiu grunted twice and then fell silent. Some clever people are indeed very difficult to deal with.
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