Chapter 537 Extra Chapter: Nothing Left Unfinished (Twenty-Five)
Seven days later, under the silent watch of everyone, King Qi finally arrived in the capital.
Upon arriving in the capital, King Qi did not act arrogantly or complacently as some had imagined. Instead, he was remarkably low-key and courteous to scholars.
The day after Prince Qi arrived in the capital, the emperor reappeared and, in front of all the court officials, abdicated in favor of Prince Qi.
After abdicating, the emperor went directly to the Taoist temple he was so devoted to to cultivate himself and never cared about state affairs again.
With the help of several key ministers, including Lu Heng, King Qi quickly got to know the various aspects of government affairs and put forward a number of policies that benefited the country and its people.
The first thing to mention is the reduction or exemption of corvée labor and taxes.
However, reducing or exempting corvée labor and taxes can only provide temporary relief for the people and cannot directly solve the current disasters and diseases in various parts of the country.
To solve all these problems, time, money, manpower, and resources are all indispensable.
On the advice of a mysterious figure, the new emperor promulgated new laws.
If powerful and wealthy families were able to donate a large sum of taxes to the imperial court, the court would then provide them with corresponding rewards.
If merchants were to donate most of their family fortune, their descendants would no longer be subject to the restriction of not being allowed to hold official positions.
When this new law was introduced, all the wealthy and powerful people initially observed for a while, but after realizing that it was indeed true, they all went into a frenzy.
In just three months, the national treasury has gained more revenue than it had in the previous century.
Seeing the enormous wealth collected, the new emperor couldn't help but exclaim, "These people combined are several times richer than the national treasury!"
Pei Ran, your idea is brilliant! Now, no matter where we want to help the people, we have support.
It was Lu Peiran who proposed this new law. Upon hearing the new emperor's words, Lu Peiran showed no pride or excitement, but rather a solemn expression.
"Your Majesty, I know you are eager to help the people resolve their current situation as soon as possible, but there is an even more serious problem that needs to be addressed."
The new emperor nodded. "I know what you mean. There are just too many corrupt officials right now."
Pei Ran, didn't you say that Master Liaowu would soon be traveling the world again?
Come with me! Tell me everything you see and where you go.
"At that time, I will issue an order to rectify the situation based on what you have seen and heard."
Upon hearing the emperor's order, Lu Peiran was overjoyed, "Yes, Your Majesty!"
After leaving the palace, Lu Peiran went straight to a small courtyard outside the city.
Nothingness is inside.
Seeing Lu Peiran rush in excitedly, he asked with amusement, "What's all the fuss about?"
Lu Peiran exclaimed excitedly, "Senior brother, this time, I can travel the world with you!"
Liao Wu looked slightly dazed. "But didn't you say your father wanted you to stay?"
Lu Peiran was overjoyed and immediately stepped forward to grab Liao Wu's hand, saying, "This is an order from the Emperor, my father can't stop it!"
Feeling the considerable force in Lu Peiran's hand, he smiled helplessly, "If your father saw you so happy, he wouldn't be happy."
Lu Peiran looked indifferent, focusing solely on discussing with Liao Wu where their first stop should be.
Although Liao Wu looked somewhat helpless, he was secretly delighted and happy.
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