After hearing his promise, Zhao Meiniang no longer hesitated, nodded and said,
"Since the prince has spoken, I, Zhao's Trading Company, will certainly not refuse!"
Although it would be a bit difficult for Zhao's Trading Company to spend a large sum of money to purchase land, it would still be worth it as long as they could establish a relationship with Ji Lie.
Moreover, Zuixianjiang's business has already spread, and it won't be long before it starts making profits!
"I am also willing to lend a helping hand to the prince."
Ji Lie agreed to let Yang Dehou use abacus, Daxia numerals and new accounting methods. Yang Dehou was too embarrassed to refuse, so he nodded in agreement.
"That's great, then I'll leave it to you two!"
Ji Lie breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile.
"Your Majesty, you're welcome. It's just that the amount of three thousand acres is a bit too much. I hope your Majesty can forgive me a little longer."
Zhao Meiniang said.
"That's easy to say! Then I'll trouble you two!"
Ji Lie smiled.
After the three of them exchanged a few words, Zhao Meiniang and Yang Dehou got up and left.
On the second day after meeting, they ordered someone to deliver the title deeds for a total of 500 acres of land.
With these five hundred acres of land deeds, Ji Lie can safely let Zhang Changde recruit people.
It didn't take long for Zhang Changde to complete the recruitment of the first batch of refugees.
…
It was a crisp autumn day with a cool breeze.
Ji Lie and Xiu'er rode a carriage and arrived outside the city.
When the carriage stopped shaking, Laifu outside said respectfully,
"Your Highness, we are here!"
Ji Lie opened the curtain and saw a well-proportioned manor not far away.
Zhang Changde was leading the palace guards to bring a group of refugees into the village.
This manor covers a vast area, with hundreds of houses and all kinds of facilities. It also has tall walls made of bluestone bricks, making it look like a small city.
Ji Lie took Xiu'er out of the carriage and wandered towards the entrance of Zhuangzi.
Seeing him arriving, Zhang Changde quickly put down what he was doing and walked over quickly.
"I have met the prince in my humble position!"
"No need to be polite."
Ji Lie nodded with a smile and asked,
"Is this the Zhuangzi provided by Zhao Meiniang?"
"Replying to the prince, it was Mrs. Zhao who provided it!"
Zhang Changde pointed to the courtyard and said,
"There are many houses in this manor, and the surrounding fields are provided by the two masters. It is the most suitable place to house the refugees!"
Hearing this, Ji Lie showed a satisfied smile.
This Zhao Meiniang is very sensible, so she didn't waste her time preaching and giving liquids, and gave her a few things like the abacus.
Since she is so sensible, I can't treat her badly in the future.
Ji Lie was thinking as he led everyone into Zhuangzi.
After the refugees were settled, the stronger men were gathered in the open space in the center of Zhuangzi.
Although the faces of the people in front of him were numb and dishonest, Ji Lie was not disappointed. Instead, he was slightly excited.
These are all my future team members!
With his own abilities, as long as he trains them a little, he will be able to cultivate an elite army in no time!
"My lord, it's almost time!"
Zhang Changde whispered to Ji Lie.
Ji Lie nodded and followed him up to the high platform in the open space.
"quiet!"
Following Zhang Changde's order, the men present fell silent.
Looking at the young and handsome Ji Lie standing behind Zhang Changde, their eyes were full of curiosity!
"The person standing in front of you is Your Majesty's son, King You!"
Most of these men are ordinary people, otherwise they would not become refugees.
The people with the highest status they usually come into contact with are just the three elders in the village, or the village officials who come to collect taxes.
Some people have never even met the local county magistrate in their entire lives.
When they heard Ji Lie's identity, their faces were shocked, and their eyes became full of awe when they looked at Ji Lie!
What's more, with a plop, Ji Lie knelt down directly!
You must know that in the propaganda of the government, the emperor is the son of God.
And Ji Lie is the son of the emperor, so naturally he is also the blood of God!
"Your Majesty is kind and cannot bear to see you living on the streets without food and clothing, so you have been specially ordered to gather you together and provide you with food, clothing and shelter."
"Why don't you thank me soon, Your Majesty!"
Zhang Changde shouted in a deep voice.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
"Your Majesty is kind and merciful!"
All the men knelt down one after another, talking in all directions.
Seeing so many people kneeling, Ji Lie, as a time traveler, was really uncomfortable.
But the current world is very hierarchical, and Ji Lie has neither the ability nor the interest to change it for the time being.
He walked forward slowly, scanning the whole place with his sharp eyes like a falcon.
The men present did not dare to look at him, and all lowered their heads.
"No matter where you come from or what your status is, since you have entered Gu's Manor, you are from Prince You's Mansion."
Ji Lie said loudly,
"From today on, as long as you are willing to follow Commander Zhang for training and become the guards of the palace,"
"Your family members can cultivate the land of the palace and only need to pay 30% of the output!"
Hearing this, the men present couldn't help but commotion!
The taxes in Daxia are divided into two types: taxes and taxes.
Tax refers to land tax, which is levied on farmers who own land based on the grain output of the year at a rate of one to ten to fifteen.
Ji Lie charges 30% of the output, which is equivalent to a tax of 30%.
At first glance, it seems that it has increased the burden on these refugees.
actually not.
In ancient times, land tax was a small burden on the people, but what really made them miserable were various corvée taxes.
For example, on a per-capita basis, a tax needs to be paid every year.
A tax exemption paid in order not to perform military service or forced labor.
In addition, in order to thank the emperor for always taking care of the world, everyone also needs to pay a so-called donation fee.
So many miscellaneous taxes accounted for almost half of the people's harvest.
Because of this, once a natural disaster occurs, people must sell their land or even their children to survive the disaster.
The 30% Ji Lie received, without any land rent or taxes, was already quite merciful!
But this is not the end, Ji Lie followed slowly and said,
"In addition, you will receive a salary of one penny per month."
"Those who perform well and make military exploits will not only be able to obtain more land, but also be promoted. They may even be able to replace Commander Zhang and become the commander of the royal palace in the future!"
"If someone unfortunately dies in battle, their family members will also receive generous pensions!"
As soon as these words came out, the men present almost went crazy!
You must know that they did not pay a penny for their military service and labor service for the imperial court, and all the expenses had to be paid out of their own pockets!
The conditions offered by Ji Lie were so generous that Fu Fu opened the door for Fu Fu. Fu Fu was so generous!
In the eyes of many men, Ji Lie is simply the reincarnation of a saint!
"Your Majesty, the common people are willing!"
"Me...the same!"
Crazy refugees rushed to respond.
