Chapter 96 'Sing praises'
Apart from other countries, with whom does the current royal family have the greatest conflict?
Naturally, the He family had the most deep-rooted power in the Tang Empire.
After all, it’s not that there are no such words as a century-old royal family and a thousand-year-old family, it’s just that few people dare to say it.
But anyone with a discerning eye will naturally recognize this tacit rule...
Since Li Shimin ascended the throne, he has been trying every means to eliminate the influence of the aristocratic family on the imperial court.
Although there were some results, it was not enough to break the family's muscles.
In other respects, the results have been minimal.
It just means that my eyes are a little more pure on the bright side.
"Oh, right Su Fan? Why don't you tell me, my sister is also very interested in this."
When the eldest grandson Wugao heard this, he immediately became energetic and even picked up the Qinglu wine beside Tang Sufan and filled a glass for Tang Sufan.
The eyes of Qin Huaiying and Cheng Chumo were twitching~
The queen poured the wine herself, how much weight and dignity it must have!
Tang Sufan glanced at it. It was not impossible to say this, and there were no sensitive people. Let's just talk about it as small talk.
So he started to sigh softly.
"Sister, it is unwise for the Tang Dynasty to requisition and buy grain at both ends, but there is no other way. After all, this is not a disaster relief for one place, and time waits for no one..."
"It stands to reason that the price of food on the market has naturally begun to rise now. Anyone with some knowledge can see the momentum... So, if my guess is correct, I think the money from the national treasury will probably not be able to sustain it for five years." Within a day.”
Changsun Wugou nodded secretly. It was indeed a bit weak to collect grain from the treasury which was not full.
But that's just doing everything you're told.
"Once this happens, not to mention outside the city, most of the food in Chang'an City is in the hands of the aristocratic families, and as long as the aristocratic families delay it for a few days... then their food will not be so easy to collect..."
"They will definitely make an estimate based on the price. Even if the grain requisition is effective, the price paid by the court will definitely not be worth it!"
"Besides, it can only quench the thirst for the near, but it can't quench the long-term worries~"
Changsun Wugou frowned, what Su Fan said made sense!
Although buying grain is an inevitable method for the court to provide disaster relief every time, this time, I am afraid that not only did it not help the disaster relief, it actually affected the grain collection!
Not only the aristocratic family, but this also caused great disturbance to the market.
After thinking for a while, Changsun Wugou sighed again.
"So in two days... it will not only be a matter of not having enough money to buy food, but in the end, it will not even be possible to buy food?"
"That's right. Besides, sister, not to mention other things, the population of Chang'an City alone is now more than two million! In the Tang Dynasty, when the cold disaster comes, even if the effect of collecting and buying grain is very good, it is still near Chang'an City. What about the surrounding states? There is no way to provide disaster relief to the greatest extent..."
Tang Sufan shook his head. Natural disasters are ruthless, and he has experienced it firsthand.
Changsun Wugou's brows furrowed even more tightly, and her heart felt like a fire burning through her heartstrings...
When several people around heard this, they couldn't help but stop eating.
Especially Qin Huaiying and Cheng Chumo, the queen was so sad that she stopped eating.
…
If they still use chopsticks, even a rough-minded person like Cheng Chumo would feel rude~
The eldest grandson Wugou asked calmly: "So Su Fan, do you have a better way to collect food from the aristocratic family?"
Tang Sufan pondered slightly and said slowly: "It's easy to get more food from the family..."
Changsun Wugou's tightly knitted eyebrows suddenly relaxed a bit, his eyes lit up, and he quickly urged, "Oh, Su Fan, please stop being so pretentious and tell me~"
"Okay, okay, sister, don't be impatient..."
Tang Sufan didn't know whether to laugh or cry. How could his sister, a woman, be so interested in these things?
"This method is..."
"Let the current Holy One directly ask for food from the aristocratic family, and then inform the emperor of the merits and deeds on the monument, directly write down the amount of donation, and erect it in front of Jingzhao Mansion for the people to visit..."
Tang Sufan finished speaking slowly without explaining...
He smiled mysteriously, then picked up the glass and took a sip of wine...
Everyone present was understanding, well, not the two little girls, so they naturally understood what Tang Sufan meant.
Especially Changsun Wugou couldn't help but stare blankly...
Yes, what a monument to praise!
It's such a sinister move. Isn't this just trying to make the family's face appear in front of others?
What is the biggest foundation of a wealthy family?
Of course it’s fame!
The loss of reputation is directly related to the biggest interests of the aristocratic family.
To put it most simply and directly, if your reputation is low, there will be fewer people to rely on. Above the court, the place where you can exert your efforts is much smaller than that of other aristocratic families...
This is no longer the beginning of Li Er's ascension to the throne. Things that he had to hide before may not be impossible to do now!
In the past, we had to worry about the overt and covert strength of both parties. There were too many involved and we couldn't just break up the relationship.
But now that this soft knife is available, why not use it?
Wonderful!
Changsun Wugou's eyes lit up and he immediately smiled and sighed: "What a trick to 'sing praises'! Su Fan, you are absolutely right!"
When Tang Sufan heard this, he reluctantly
^0^ He couldn't help but joked mischievously: "Hey, sister, can you still understand me?"
The eldest grandson Wugou couldn't help but roll his eyes at this boy. How could an ordinary person see such an expression on the majestic mother of the country?
Knowing that this kid was making fun of him, he gave him a light slap.
He said playfully: "Your sister and I have gained some discernment in the past few years, but I'm not like ordinary women. If you dare to laugh at your sister again in the future, I'm afraid I don't want my sister to deal with you~"
Tang Sufan quickly surrendered with a smile, laughing and joking with his sister from time to time, which was harmless.
Kong Lingyue smiled at the banter between the two siblings, and felt a bit of the warmth of an ordinary people's home.
As for Qin Huaiying and Cheng Chumo, their hearts had not stopped trembling since they entered the courtyard.
It’s like refreshing my three views~
"By the way, sister, I remember you said before that your brother-in-law has a grain business, but why don't you remember to go back and tell me that this person won't make money if he can't make money. If you don't have a way to make money, just come to me~"
The eldest grandson Wugou glanced at Tang Sufan with relief, feeling that this younger brother was not in vain.
I didn't expect that Su Fan could be so serious about the things he made up casually.
Of course, it would be better if there was no such thing as him and Rouer...
…
He smiled and said: "Don't worry, Su Fan, Yue'er's father will naturally know, and I will remind him~ You should earn the money you should earn, and you will feel guilty if you earn the money you shouldn't earn..." "
Tang Sufan smiled and nodded, then turned to Kong Lingyue and said.
"By the way, Lingyue~"
Kong Lingyue, who was suddenly called, was stunned for a moment, and then quickly became serious.
"What's wrong, Mr. Tang?"
"Go back and tell Mr. Kong the method I told you today, and see if he can tell the superiors. After all, this kind of thing is also a good thing for the people..."
Therefore, Tang Sufan is naturally obliged to help more people survive within his ability and understanding.
After Kong Lingyue heard this, Yu Gai calmed down.
"Okay, Mr. Tang, I will tell grandpa when I get back. Mr. Tang will definitely tell your majesty about Mr. Tang's plan to benefit the people!"
Tang Sufan immediately waved his hand and said with a bitter smile: "Don't stop, Lingyue, say yes, this credit is okay ..."
Alas, this credit comes from time to time. I really don’t want it, what should I do?
Waiting online, it’s quite urgent~
"Mr. Tang, how could grandpa keep such a plan a secret?"
Kong Lingyue said with an embarrassed face, and even more admiration rose in her heart!
The other young people are desperately trying to gain face in front of the current saint, but Mr. Tang regards fame as nothing and is really noble-minded!
I like The First Happy King of the Tang Dynasty
Dear, this chapter is finished, I wish you a happy reading! ^0^
