Therefore, I hereby issue an imperial decree: From today onwards, the evil custom of burying people alive with the dead is strictly prohibited within the territory of the Tang Dynasty.
All human beings are created equal, and the dead should not be treated more highly than the living.
This action goes against the will of heaven, and I will never allow it.
If ever there is a desperate situation, I am willing to sacrifice myself to save the lives of my children.
However, how can I, a single person, represent the millions of people in the world?
Therefore, I pray that when the Tang Dynasty needs people buried alive in the future, the clay figurines of this palace will be used instead, and not a single civilian will be harmed!
After Li Haoze finished speaking, the hot air balloon fell into a brief silence again.
Empress Changsun stared at Li Haoze in amazement, her eyes flashing with shock and emotion.
She didn't expect that the little beast could learn such a profound truth from the story of Emperor Chongzhen and skillfully integrate it into the actual situation of the Tang Dynasty.
If this decree is really issued, she will not only become a wise queen of all ages.
It is even possible that you will be deified by all people and offered incense. What an honor it would be!
Empress Changsun was a Buddhist, so she had naturally heard of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva's grand vow of "not becoming a Buddha until hell is empty."
The middle strategy provided by the little divine beast to her is, to some extent, similar to the vow of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva.
They are all acts of sacrificing the small self, completing the big self, and saving all living beings!
After a long time, Empress Changsun took a deep breath and calmed her excited mood.
She looked at Li Haoze with a burning gaze and said firmly, "Little Divine Beast, I will personally write this decree, affix it with the imperial seal, and announce it to the world!"
"I want all the people of the Tang Dynasty to know that their queen is willing to give up everything for them!"
By the end of her speech, tears had welled up in Empress Changsun's eyes.
"No, I don't agree!" As soon as Empress Changsun finished speaking, Li Lizhi's slightly excited and stubborn voice came from the side.
At the same time, Li Haoze felt a resentful gaze like a knife staring at him, which made him feel uneasy.
He looked back quietly and saw tears in Li Lizhi's eyes, but she was biting her lower lip tightly, her eyes full of determination.
"Sister, I was wrong!" Li Haoze instantly understood that Li Lizhi didn't want Empress Zhangsun to bear such a heavy consequence.
After all, as ancient people, their thinking is different from that of modern people, and they are more likely to believe in some things.
"My son, don't worry!" If even Li Haoze could think of it, how could Empress Changsun not think of it?
She gently pulled Li Lizhi's hand and stroked it softly, her eyes full of love.
"As the Empress, A'niang enjoys the support of the people of the Tang Dynasty, so naturally she must bear the consequences for the people of the world.
This is my responsibility and my honor."
Li Lizhi burst into tears when she heard this, "Mother..."
"Lizhi, you have to understand that my mother is not acting on impulse."
Empress Zhangsun spoke softly, as if telling a profound story, "Since entering the palace, A'niang has been aware of her mission.
Now that I have the opportunity to do something practical for the people of the world, my heart is filled with gratitude and joy."
"Besides, once this decree is issued, even if my mother passes away in the future, she can still enjoy the incense and offerings of the people for generations to come."
"This way, I can be considered as accompanying you two and Sizi."
In Empress Changsun's view, since the little divine beast was willing to teach Li Lizhi some magical skills, it must be her destiny to become an immortal.
In the future, beautiful women will naturally be able to cultivate and achieve enlightenment, and live a long and healthy life.
The little divine beast was born as a divine beast and has a long lifespan.
Not to mention her little daughter, Xiao Sizi, who goes to the fairyland to practice every day.
Although she, as a mother, cannot practice together, she can accompany her daughter in another way.
That is to be like Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, make great vows, accomplish great merits, and enjoy the incense and offerings from the people for generations.
When Li Lizhi heard what Empress Changsun said, tears fell from her eyes like pearls from a broken string.
She knew that her mother made this decision for her, Xiao Rangjun, and Sizi.
"Mother..." Li Lizhi tightly grasped Empress Zhangsun's hand, her voice choked with sobs, "It's all my fault. I made you worry."
Empress Changsun gently patted the back of Li Lizhi's hand and said with a gentle smile, "Silly children, I am your mother. It is my duty to worry about you."
"Okay, okay, don't cry! Don't cry!" As she said this, Empress Changsun looked at the "little princess" in her arms and changed the subject.
"Little Rangjun, your mid-level and low-level strategies are so brilliant, now tell me your best strategy! Mother can't wait!"
Li Haoze nodded and began to explain: "Mother, your best strategy is more practical and will benefit the people more, but it's not that easy to implement."
"Tell me, I'm all ears!" Empress Changsun nodded slightly.
Li Haoze continued to explain, "The best strategy for a nest is actually divided into three categories: upper, middle, and lower."
"The best strategy is for A Niang to take the lead and set up a newspaper organization."
"Newspaper?" Empress Changsun and Li Lizhi said at the same time. It was the first time they heard this word.
Li Haoze smiled slightly and explained: "Yes, newspaper.
This is a medium that can record current events, disseminate information, and guide public opinion.
Through it, we can quickly spread the latest news from all over the Tang Dynasty and the policies of the imperial court to every citizen."
“When A Niang is promoting it, she can use the excuse that women have nothing to do at home.
The reason is that I can learn about the latest developments in the country by reading the Tang Dynasty monthly, weekly or even daily reports.
This can cultivate sentiment and cultivate temperament, killing two birds with one stone."
Talking about the content of the newspaper, Li Haoze's eyes flashed: "We can record the glorious achievements of the Tang Dynasty.
Spread the positive energy of the Tang Dynasty, promote righteousness, and thus inspire the people's confidence and hope in our Tang Dynasty.
At the same time, we invite Tang Dynasty scholars and writers to write columns to discuss state affairs and offer valuable suggestions.
This will not only pool wisdom from all sides, but will also further enhance the people's sense of belonging to the Tang Dynasty."
He paused and continued: “More importantly, newspapers can also serve as a supervision platform.
Bravely expose the injustice in the court, interpret the latest policy trends in detail, and empower the general public with the right to supervise and speak out.
At the same time, we provide people with channels to file complaints, allowing their voices to be heard by more people and ensuring that public opinion is truly heard.”
After listening to Li Haoze's explanation, Empress Changsun fell into deep thought.
She understood that this strategy might bring short-term social unrest.
But in the long run, it will undoubtedly help build a more just and transparent social environment.
This is not only a form of supervision over the officials in the court, but also a far-reaching consideration for the welfare of the people.
Li Haoze continued to explain: "As for the upper middle strategy, it is to promote women's education, not only in the palace, but also to popularize it among the people.
We can establish girls' schools so that girls can also have the opportunity to learn to read and write, and understand reason and morality."
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