This question should be answered by Li Si. After all, Ying Zheng has no access to these things.
But it was obvious that Li Si was speechless by Ran Fang's logic. What he wanted was to maintain the authority of Legalism, and naturally he would not think about the lives of the lower class people.
In his opinion, no matter what reason this person chooses to commit a crime, it must be dealt with according to the Qin Law, so as to deter those who want to make mistakes.
But he also knew that since Ran Fang mentioned this answer now, that was not what Ying Zheng wanted to hear.
And...he was also a little moved by Ran Fang in his heart, but in front of the Legalists, he wanted to respect the Legalists.
"If there is really something unspeakable, or if someone kills someone for the sake of justice, they should be dealt with appropriately."
Ying Zheng said nothing, and his eyes made it difficult to understand what he was thinking.
Seeing this, Ran Fang didn't insist on Ying Zheng getting an answer.
He continued: "Not only in this law, but in fact, a large part of Qin's laws are a bit cruel. This may have been useful during the initial campaign against the Six Kingdoms. It could make the people fear the Qin at a spiritual level."
"But now that the world is at peace, as long as the people can give them a stable life, they will support whoever they want. No one in the world knows the preciousness of peace better than them."
"Therefore, as long as the hearts of the people are gathered, even if there are still people who want to destroy Qin and start a dispute, and the people's hearts are towards Qin, who will help them?"
"Furthermore, the strictness of Qin's laws made people fear the Qin Dynasty. Officials used their power to exploit the people in every possible way. There was no one to restrain the officials' behavior, so the laws in every place were changed. Have your own opinion.”
"They all respect the interests of officials, so if you want to get the support of the people, you must not only change the laws of Qin, but also change the thinking of officials. Especially those officials who only know how to make profits for themselves should be strictly investigated and punished!"
In the last few words, Li Si felt that Ran Fang was referring to him, but it didn't seem to be the case. He could only look at Ran Fang with a smile on his face, wanting to know what he meant?
But Ying Zheng listened, and Ran Fang recognized Qin Lu's usefulness to Da Qin, and also gave suggestions for the current development of Da Qin.
"I didn't expect that your views would be so deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. I will consider this matter carefully when I return home."
"However, I have never heard anyone mention the official thing that Mr. just mentioned."
While speaking, Ying Zheng glanced at Li Si inadvertently. It was not that he was doubting him, but he just felt that he was not careful enough.
"Li Si, please investigate this matter carefully!"
"If there is really an official who violates the rules, I will never let him go!"
Ying Zheng has never been a kind person, and his methods have always been ruthless, otherwise he would not have been able to win the world.
Li Si naturally understood this, and he immediately stood up and replied, "Here."
Ran Fang did not continue talking about this matter, but took the initiative to mention it to Ying Zheng: "Actually, not only official management, but also managers in all aspects."
"If there are no rules, there won't be any rules."
"Just like those who do business, although the minister has proposed to supervise their business, after all, it is those people who decide how much business they do every day and how much tax they have to pay."
"So, I thought of a way to check taxes. I asked someone to learn how to read the account books, and then at the end of each month or in the middle of the month, I went to various business shops to investigate their operating conditions."
"Then we collect taxes according to a certain proportion based on their benefits. How can we not only prevent those people from secretly reducing their taxes, but also prevent someone from maliciously targeting them and asking for more of their taxes."
"What do you think of this method, Your Majesty?"
When Ran Fang left the business affairs to Ran Fang, Ying Zheng decided not to interfere in the matter anymore. Now, it is a bit unexpected for Ran Fang to mention the tax inspection.
It was not because of Ran Fang's thoughts, but because he thought Ran Fang should have handled all these matters.
So, he hesitated for a moment before saying, "Okay, I'll do what you say."
"I will leave the tax inspection to you."
This time, Ran Fang did not agree directly. He looked at Ying Zheng with some embarrassment, as if he really didn't want to proceed with this matter.
He stood up and said respectfully towards Ying Zheng: "Your Majesty, I'd better find someone else for this matter."
"This tax collection is a major matter for the country. Only someone with a certain status in the court is suitable for this matter, otherwise it will be difficult to convince the public."
"Although I have the heart to relieve His Majesty's worries, I really don't know how to do it."
After having Ran Fang, Ying Zheng felt a lot less worried about many things. Now that Ran Fang is giving up his job, where can he find people at this moment?
Seeing Ying Zheng bowing his head seriously and thinking about the problem, Ran Fang took the initiative and said: "There is a minister in the palace who is mature and good at making decisions. If there is no suitable person in the court, your Majesty, why not let him take charge of this matter."
Just now Ran Fang said that he couldn't do it, but now he wants his subordinates to do it. He also said that if he was a person with an official position, wouldn't it be obvious that he was asking for an official position for his subordinates?
Without thinking, Li Si had already seen through Ran Fang's true nature.
Although he understood that if he let the people in Ran Fang's mouth do it, it would be very simple with Ran Fang's help, but he just felt that Ran Fang had a backup plan.
"Your Majesty, what you say makes sense."
"But if we directly promote this person to an official position, I am afraid that someone in the court will feel that you are using your power for personal gain, which will be detrimental to you and Your Majesty."
"Why don't your majesty conduct a thorough investigation and ask sir to tell you what the tax audit is, and find a few people to do it together to see who can do it best?"
"It won't be too late to make a decision then, and it can block the world's mouth. What do you think, Your Majesty?"
I have to admit that what Li Si said is indeed a good idea.
Ran Fang always felt that this matter was inexplicably familiar, but he couldn't tell where it was familiar?
However, Ying Zheng agreed. He nodded slightly and said in a calm tone: "Yes."
"I also feel that I can't be promoted directly. I still need to think about it."
"As for the candidates to participate in the inspection, I personally choose them."
It has to be said that Li Si knows Ying Zheng. It goes without saying that this tax collection matter is related to the lifeblood of Da Qin. Ying Zheng cannot just hand over the matter.
Even if Ran Fang had no selfish motives and was only thinking about Da Qin, then Ying Zheng would not just hand over the matter to others and would definitely find someone he could trust to do it.
He looked at Ran Fang with some gloating, wanting to see how he would handle the matter.
Unexpectedly, Ran Fang just nodded respectfully, seemingly not caring about the matter at all.
"Here."
"I am waiting for your Majesty's news. I will be thinking about the tax audit at the mansion these days."
"After I have the ideas, I will compile them into a book and send it to His Majesty. It will not be too late to decide the content of the test at that time."
