"Achievements?"
All the eyes of the audience fell on Liang Xiao.
Only then did everyone realize that Liang Xiao was able to participate in this court meeting with a seventh-grade official rank, which shows his achievements...
Xing Feng glanced at Li Xinwen, who wisely stepped back behind him without saying a word.
"First, the stamp tax has obvious effects. According to preliminary estimates from the Ministry of Industry, the country's annual stamp tax revenue can increase by an additional 600,000 to 1.7 million yuan. Such a wonderful strategy was made by Liang Aiqing!"
The expressions of Duanmu Cao and others changed and they looked uncomfortable.
Only Tuoba Lie nodded slightly, with a smile on his face, and was even more afraid of Liang Xiao.
It's his son who sees clearly. This son is really extraordinary and shouldn't act rashly!
Li Xinwen turned her head to look at Liang Xiao with difficulty. Seeing that he was unfazed, she felt even more mixed emotions in her heart.
In contrast, as the beloved daughter of the Hussar of Da Chu, she was regarded as the most outstanding woman in Da Chu. As the deputy envoy of Da Chu, she went to Da Zhou, but because of impulse, she embarrassed Liang Xiao in public and brought humiliation to herself. She still has to rely on Xing Feng to clean up the mess for her...
Now she felt a little regretful, she had indeed despised Liang Xiao and Xing Feng.
Because she heard clearly what the Empress of Zhou said: This is just one of the achievements...
Duan Yunyi added: "Second, Liang Aiqing improved the salt-making process, reduced costs, and increased output. According to the budget of the Ministry of Industry, the imperial court can reasonably increase its revenue by at least two million taels of silver every year."
"Two million taels?!" Duanmu Cao and others' pupils shrank, and they all looked at Yang Ling, the minister of the Ministry of Industry.
Yang Ling just smiled.
Wealth should not be exposed, but sometimes appropriate publicity is needed to boost national confidence.
His estimate was more than this, but Duan Yunyi and Zhuge Hui agreed that they should wait until the increase in income from the Donghai Yantian was officially determined before giving Liang Xiao more rewards, so as not to incur more fierce opposition from these aristocratic families and end badly.
Now it is only estimated that the annual income will increase by two million taels, which is enough to give Da Chu a small shock.
"Thirdly, Liang Aiqing used work for relief and recruited refugees as workers, which to a certain extent maintained public security in the capital and should be affirmed."
Compared with the first two, the third achievement seemed a bit insignificant, so no one objected.
Xing Feng showed a rare expression of surprise, and Li Xinwen's brows trembled, indicating the shock in his heart at this moment.
Stamp duty? The salt administration levied two million taels?
Such achievements would be enough to gain promotion and promotion in Da Chu!
Duanmu Cao and his colleagues looked at each other in surprise and confusion.
As the minister of the Ministry of Industry, Yang Ling has always followed Zhuge Hui's example. He acts prudently and does not jump to conclusions easily.
He said that the income would increase by one million taels, which means that the actual increase in income will only be more, not less!
It also means that Liang Xiao's achievements are enough...
"Liang Aiqing is loyal to the emperor and has served the country with such great achievements. I intend to have him inherit the title of Marquis of Lanling from his father and give him another official position."
As soon as Duan Yunyi finished speaking, Duanmujie, the official minister, was the first to come out to object.
"My Emperor, think twice! Liang Xiao is the son of a guilty minister, and he is not as good as a weak official. He can make an exception and be granted the first-class imperial merchant title, which is designated as the seventh-rank. It is really a great favor from the emperor! In the affairs of our court, the official position is from the fifth rank, and one consecutive You must not jump to the second level!"
Duan Yunyi's heart was filled with unknown fire, and he asked in a cold voice: "Why not?"
Zhuge Hui couldn't stand it anymore and came out to refute.
"Lord Duanmu, what you said is wrong! Gan Luo was able to become a minister at the age of twelve, and Liang Xiao was only awarded the fifth rank due to his meritorious service at the age of seventeen. Although he is not as good as the weak crown, today my emperor and everyone can see that his ability, Compared with the two Duanmu masters in terms of talent, knowledge and mind, he is a judge of superiority."
"Master Liang can increase the country's income, and his ability is recognized enough." Yang Ling also nodded in agreement.
Duanmujie was suddenly speechless.
With Zhuge Hui standing in front of him, as a minister, he did not dare to make any mistakes.
This was the founding prime minister who no one was dissatisfied with. He was the character that the major families least wanted to face. He was even more difficult to deal with than Duan Yunyi and Marquis Dingguo.
If it were not for Zhuge Hui and Ding Guohou, they would have absolute confidence that sooner or later they would be able to manipulate Duan Yunyi.
This civil and military force has maintained the great Zhou Dynasty for forty years, which is indispensable and has high moral and prestige.
"But!"
Duanmu Cao was about to step out to say something when his official uniform was quietly tugged on by Tuoba Lie behind him.
Tuoba Lie said loudly: "My Holy Emperor!"
The two brothers calmed down and realized that the situation was not good.
If they continue to criticize their own king in front of the envoys of Da Chu, these two ministers may have nothing to do.
Even Tuoba Lie voiced his support, and the ministers no longer objected, and one after another spoke in agreement.
Duan Yunyi was then satisfied and immediately issued an edict that Liang Xiao should inherit the title of Marquis of Lanling and be conferred the title of Cong Wupin to Shizhong.
Under the jealous gaze of Duanmu Cao and others, Liang Xiao took the seal and ribbon of Marquis Lanling and gave him the official seal and official uniform.
Xing Feng and others watched the show quietly and confirmed the situation in the Great Zhou Court.
"Ambassador Xing, are you satisfied with our country's hospitality?"
It wasn't until Duan Yunyi spoke that Xing Feng bowed in response: "Thank you for your thoughtful courtesy! On the order of my emperor, I hope to strengthen exchanges between the two countries with your country, including but not limited to literature, trade, and water transportation, and serve as an official forum for the two countries in the future. Lay a solid foundation for alliance.”
"This matter is not difficult. After the meeting of the DPRK, Ambassador Xing can choose a time to discuss it with the right Prime Minister of this DPRK."
Xing Feng thanked him respectfully, conveyed the Emperor Chu's greetings to Duan Yunyi, and took Li Xinwen out of the hall.
The on-site diplomacy between the two countries finally ended in harmony, and Li Xinwen's recklessness had no impact.
Liang Xiao's appearance was too untimely for these ministers from aristocratic families.
The ministers were powerless to prevent Liang Xiao from being promoted to a higher position, so they could only choose to stay out of sight.
At the end of the court meeting, Duanmujie, Duanmucao, Tuoba Lie and other ministers walked out of the palace.
When Duanmujie saw that there were no outsiders around, he couldn't help but ask Tuoba Lie: "Why does Mr. Tuoba support Liang Xiao..."
Tuoba Lie said helplessly: "What happened today, you two should also understand that using words to gain advantage can only be counterproductive and cannot cause substantial harm to this son. Now this son, with the benefit of the newspaper, is also taking away our business for many years." The power of public opinion, if you two make a slight mistake, this person may add fuel to the fire and inform the whole city. Do you understand what I mean?"
Duanmujie nodded helplessly: "I understand, we should do something practical and give him a fatal blow!"
Tuoba Lie finally felt relieved, thinking of the Dugu family and the Gongyang family who were excluded by Zhuge Hui to the north and south of the Yangtze River, he couldn't help but get angry: "This old thief Zhuge is far-sighted and scheming, and he is the most difficult to deal with. I have a hunch that he intends to train Liang As Xiao's successor, after all, he is old and has to think about his posthumous affairs."
Everyone's expressions changed, and they immediately gritted their teeth.
It is Zhuge Hui who hinders the family from seeking the country!
Now, another young man like Liang Xiao appears...
Duan Yunyi brought Liang Xiao to the side hall, looked at Liang Xiao, and said softly: "Today went smoothly. This is considered your dutiful duty. You don't have to worry about government affairs."
After Liang Xiao thanked him, Duan Yunyi said again: "You were born in the first lunar month, and I was born in the twelfth lunar month. In fact, I am only one year older than you. In the future, I will also treat you as a friend. You don't have to Restricted.”
Liang Xiao was about to speak but stopped.
"Don't you dare to be friends with me?" Duan Yunyi looked a little disappointed.
Liang Xiao's expression changed.
"Do it! Your Majesty, please take care of your health and get more rest these days."
Duan Yunyi's brows trembled slightly.
This bastard thought she was in a bad mood because of her menstrual period.
