Ying Zheng stared at Li Shui for a while, then sighed and said, "Tell me, what exactly do you want to do?"
Li Shui said in surprise: "Didn't I already say it? I want my great Qin to live forever."
Ying Zheng said: "Your method is to turn Da Qin into a court for the poor?"
Li Shui said: "The court is not to become a court for the poor, but to become a court for the majority of people."
"Your Majesty, you can think about it, if our Great Qin becomes a court for the majority of people, it will be more stable?"
Ying Zheng thought for a while, then nodded.
He said to Li Shui: "Besides attacking the clan, what else do you plan to do?"
Li Shui said: "Land is the foundation of farmers and the people. Although we are now practicing merchants, the world is completely new and full of vitality."
"But the current world is actually not even. Xianyang is the center, which is the same. People here are very rich, and there are opportunities everywhere."
"As for Guanzhong outside Xianyang City, it's a little more difficult. But the people don't have to worry about food and clothing. They can have enough food and clothing. But if you want to eat better, play a little bit when you have nothing to do, or go fast, it's more difficult. .”
"As for Kanto... the north is okay. The south is vast and sparsely populated, and has experienced wars, making it very poor."
"So, within 20 to 30 years, land will be very important to the people."
"Therefore, I strongly recommend that land sales be prohibited. In this way, no matter in years of disaster or famine, landlords cannot annex land. Farmers will always have a way to make a living."
"As long as the people can survive and will not rebel, our country, Qin, will naturally be stable."
Ying Zheng pondered for a while and said: "Have you ever thought about it, farmers actually know this truth. But why did they sell the land in the end?"
"They can't survive just because they don't sell their land. If land sales are banned, of course it will prevent landlords from annexing land. But those farmers have no way to survive and can only starve to death."
Li Shui said: "I have already thought about this. We can ban land sales, but there is no need to ban land leasing. And set a period of time, with a maximum lease period of three years."
"In this way, landowners have no incentive to take advantage of the opportunity to lower prices and plunder. In addition, trains are gradually traveling across the country. Once a disaster occurs in a place, food can be delivered within a few days. At that time, the villagers do not have to sell The ground."
"In addition, if the villagers really need money to survive the lean period, they can borrow money from the court. We can provide low interest or even no interest."
"The imperial court can use the taxes paid by merchants to subsidize the poor farmers. I believe that within a few decades, Great Qin will be able to eradicate poverty."
Ying Zheng nodded with satisfaction.
Li Shui said to Ying Zheng: "Your Majesty, so we..."
Ying Zheng said calmly: "If it is feasible, you can first write a detailed charter and submit it."
Li Shui agreed.
Ying Zheng said: "For such a big thing, we should first find a place to pilot it, and then implement it nationwide. You did it too hastily this time."
Li Shui responded repeatedly: "Yes, yes, I am too anxious."
Ying Zheng said: "I will punish you."
Li Shui coughed dryly and said, "Yes, I am guilty."
Ying Zheng said: "I'll fine you one year's salary."
Li Shui looked heartbroken and said, "Yes, yes, I will definitely learn a lesson."
Li Xin watched a little helplessly: Penalty? What is the difference between this and no penalty? Brother Huai's family has several Jinshan Mountains. Does he lack that little salary? Your Majesty's partiality is too obvious.
Ying Zheng waved his hand and said calmly: "Okay, you two can leave."
Li Shui coughed dryly and said to Ying Zheng: "The matter about the fake messenger today..."
Ying Zheng said calmly: "You don't have to worry about those things. I will find out the truth."
Li Shui agreed, and left with Li Xin smiling.
When walking out of Ying Zheng's study, Li Xin said with emotion: "Brother Huai, I have always been curious about why you can win in this dangerous court repeatedly. How did you do it?"
Li Shui said: "It's actually very simple, because I have a heart that loves the Qin Dynasty and is loyal to His Majesty. Nothing I do is out of self-interest. In this way, there is no need to be strong without desire. Is there any reason to be invincible? "
Li Xin: "..."
This person is really shameless.
Don’t want selfish interests? Could it be that the mountains of gold and silver in Shangjun's courtyard were donated by others?
…………
In the post house, Zhao Si was writing a letter home.
What happened in the court today made him a little frightened.
Unexpectedly, the struggle in Da Qin's court would be so fierce. So many people are attacking the banished immortals, so many people are confusing right and wrong and ignoring the facts.
As soon as Zhao Si entered the court, he was immediately involved in this storm.
He suddenly felt worried that he didn't know if he could go back alive in this life.
Zhao Si picked up his pen, thought for a long time, and began to write down line after line.
He described the risks he encountered, his fears and worries...
I wrote thousands of words eloquently.
After finishing writing, Zhao Si seemed to have finished venting his anger and left Bi on a few cases.
He picked up the piece of paper and read it again. While reading, the image of his wife appeared in his mind.
What would happen if my wife saw this letter? You will definitely be horrified and shed tears.
Thinking of this, Zhao Si rolled up the paper, put it on the lamp and lit it.
The piece of paper burned out quickly, and then Zhao Si took a deep breath and started writing again.
He did not write about the affairs of the court, but took the trouble to explain some other things.
For example, how much land does the family have? How many houses does the family have?
For example, if I am no longer here, how should I educate my son?
For example, if something happens, you can go to an elder in the clan.
Everything is explained clearly and clearly.
After finishing writing, Zhao Si felt very at ease and felt that he could finally feel at ease.
However, he shook his head again.
This letter is too much like a suicide note.
Moreover, his wife is not that stupid.
Zhao Si thought for a while and burned the letter again.
He took another piece of paper and wrote a few lines: Everything is fine, don't worry and don't think about it. I will return home in a few days and reunite with you.
After writing it, Zhao Si sealed the paper in an envelope and handed it to his entourage.
He said to his entourage: "You go and leave Xianyang, a place of right and wrong, as soon as possible.
The attendant asked: "What about you, sir?"
Zhao Si said: "Me? I can't leave for the time being. When I go back, I will definitely return home in fine clothes. If I don't go back, I will be buried in the wilderness."
He looked at the entourage beside him and said calmly: "You must never tell Madam this, do you understand?"
The attendant agreed and said, "I understand, little man."
Zhao Si hummed: "You go ahead."
The attendant responded and walked out of the inn. He took a horse and galloped away.
After the entourage left, Zhao Si stared at the candlelight in a daze.
He was a little relieved that he still held back and did not worry his wife.
But he was a little regretful. It was a pity that he died, and his wife didn't know that there was no one to mourn before his death, and that his body would even be exposed in the wilderness.
The candlelight in front of Zhao Si's eyes swayed back and forth, as if it was his own life, and he didn't know when it would be extinguished.
In fact, the post house was equipped with electric lights, but Zhao Si was not used to using them. When he saw the lights on, he always wanted to blow on them with his mouth.
In addition, it was said that there was an electricity fee for using electric lights. Zhao Si inquired about the amount of the electricity fee and decided not to use it.
When Zhao Si was deep in thought, the soldiers from the inn came in.
He was quite polite to Zhao Si, because he heard that Mr. Zhao came all the way to speak for the banished immortal.
Xiaopeng admires such people.
He cupped his hands at Zhao Si and said, "Master Zhao, there is an adult looking for you."
Zhao Si asked: "Who is it?"
The soldier said: "He seems to be an important minister in the court."
Zhao Si was shocked: An important official in the court came to see me? Could it be that His Majesty has already made a decision?
He stood up in a panic and said, "Please invite him in. No, I will greet him personally."
Zhao Si walked to the door and greeted the courtier in person.
When he walked over, he saw that the courtier looked familiar. He seemed to have seen him in the court hall, but after a quick glance, he didn't remember who it was.
Zhao Si walked up to the courtier and bowed respectfully.
The courtier nodded with satisfaction and returned the gesture slightly.
When the two people returned to the room, the courtier looked up and down, then smiled slightly and said, "I didn't expect that Master Zhao is such an upright person, but this room is so dark."
Zhao Si smiled and said nothing.
Now he felt uneasy and didn't know what to say.
The courtier asked again: "Electric lights have been installed here, why don't you use them?"
Zhao Si smiled awkwardly, but still said nothing.
At this time, the courtier looked up and saw the price list posted on the wall, and then nodded: "The invention of the Banished Immortal is certainly a good thing, but it is indeed too expensive. Don't talk about you, even I, on weekdays, I can’t bear to use it either.”
Zhao Si was obedient.
He felt uneasy and didn't know what the courtier was doing.
The courtier smiled and said, "My name is Shi Wu. I want to give you a fortune. Do you want it?"
Zhao Si was stunned for a moment and said: "A fortune? What kind of wealth is it? Please tell me clearly."
Shi Wu said: "Do you think, who will win this time in the debate between the adults and the banished immortals?"
Zhao Si said: "I don't know about this."
Shi Wu sighed and said: "The water in Xianyang City is very deep. You didn't know anything, so you just rushed in rashly? Aren't you worried that you will die in confusion?"
Zhao Si was stunned for a moment and said, "I am naturally worried, my official."
Shi Wu made a sound and said: "Then I understand, you want to take a gamble. I hope you can survive, not only survive, but also prosper, right?"
Zhao Si hummed.
Shi Wu chuckled and said, "There are many people who have your idea. But they all failed. Do you know why?"
Zhao Si said: "Why?"
Shi Wu said: "Because the battle in the court is not as simple as you think. Do you think this is a gambling table? After sitting on it, just place your bet. Whether you lose or win, it is up to you."
"Everyone at the table is prepared, but you are not prepared, so the loser will definitely be you, there is no other possibility."
Zhao Si's head suddenly buzzed, and he felt that Shi Wu had told him something big.
He said nervously: "Then...then what should I do?"
He suddenly felt that he had done something wrong. After entering the capital, he should not immediately go to the court to help banish the immortal, but should inquire in advance to see what the wind direction was in the court.
If there is a good chance of being banished to immortality, then it is not too late to stand up. If not, just be a coward and quietly return to Guxian County.
However, it's too late to say anything now.
Shi Wu sighed, patted Zhao Si on the shoulder, and said, "What a pity, it's too late to say anything now. You have clearly sided with banishing immortals."
Zhao Si couldn't help but said: "Then... Sir, what should I do?"
Shi Wu said: "This is actually not difficult. I will think of a way for you. All you need to do is say that you were deceived and you have found out the situation. The decree to banish the immortals has indeed caused public resentment."
Zhao Si was slightly stunned and said, "What do you mean, sir, is it a crime to banish an immortal?"
Shi Wu said: "I don't know whether the banishment of the immortal is guilty or not. The current situation is that the civil and military officials of the entire dynasty feel that the banishment of the immortal is guilty, and your majesty also thinks that the banishment of the immortal is guilty."
"If you go along with the flow and say that banishing the immortal is guilty, then everyone will be happy. If you insist on confronting everyone and saying that banishing the immortal is not guilty, isn't that asking for death?"
"If you make His Majesty unhappy, you will be guilty first. When the time comes, your head will be in a different place, and your bones will not be able to return home. Wouldn't it be a bit unlucky?"
Zhao Si nodded slowly: "It makes sense."
Then he said to Shi Wu: "Your Majesty, do you really think you are guilty of banishing an immortal?"
Shi Wu said unhappily: "What do you think? Why do you think His Majesty is able to govern the world? It's because these clan leaders are helping him."
Zhao Si had not turned this corner for a while.
Shi Wu had already taken out a memorial from his arms and said to Zhao Si: "I have a memorial here. All you need to do is press a fingerprint. Come on, let's press the fingerprints on it."
Before Zhao Si could react, his fingerprints were already on the memorial.
Zhao Si looked at the handprint and fell into deep thought.
As for Shi Wu, he had already left with the memorial.
Zhao Si felt a little empty, as if he had done something wrong.
Exiled Immortal, is he innocent?
When he was melancholy, suddenly the soldier came in again and said to Zhao Si: "Sir, there are craftsmen from Shang Jun's courtyard here."
Zhao Si was suddenly startled and said: "Quick, please come quickly."
When the craftsman from Shangjun Courtyard came in, Zhao Si suddenly felt a little guilty. .
