Zhao Kuo observed the reactions of various officials while eating. The reason why the lunch was presented in this way was, on the one hand, to let everyone see the achievements of the farmers and Mohists, and on the other hand, it was also to vote on their determination to reform.
There are bound to be supporters and opponents among these people, but as long as they don't stand up to oppose it at the first opportunity, it will be too late to oppose it until the new policy is implemented.
"The main issue is grain production. We need to put a few more young people into the farmhouse." Zhao Kuo thought in his mind that if the yield per mu could be doubled, why would he still need to be so cautious? He would have to calculate whether there was enough grain when he allocated some manpower. Sometimes, We also need to buy grain from Chu and Qi.
Although it can be bought, it is not stable after all, and people may not sell it at any time.
Now Zhao State seems to have good relations with other countries, but this is only superficial. If you say you fall out, you may fall out. Only the food in your own land can you feel at ease.
Although the old men in the farm family are capable, they are too old and will be gone if they say it is impossible. Young people must be trained as soon as possible.
And now there are farmers who are studying rice, wheat, millet, millet, soybeans, sorghum, cotton, fruits, and vegetables. They all need people. A few old men are far from enough. The more people, the better.
"What do you think of our Zhao officials?" Wei Wuji suddenly asked. He saw many acquaintances among these people. Some of them were his disciples back then and did not get the opportunity to be reused in Wei State. Now they have finally shown their talents in Zhao State.
"Be the best in the world." Zhao Kuo showed a proud look on his face.
This is not an exaggeration. Today, the only country in the world that can compare with Zhao in terms of generals is Qin. But in terms of civil servants, no one can compare with Zhao Guo.
"Your Majesty, don't you think there are too many officials from various countries?" Wei Wuji said in a low voice with a light flashing in his eyes.
Due to the role of the Talent Recruitment Order, Handan Academy, and Zhao Kuo's many recruitments, coupled with the attraction of Wei Wuji and Zhao Sheng, two of the four great princes, hundreds of schools of thought recruited students, and talents from all over the world continued to pour in. Zhao State.
Moreover, Zhao Kuo adhered to the principle of not letting other countries get it even if he kept it in vain. He refused almost everyone who came and received full treatment.
Now, half of Zhao's middle- and upper-level officials come from other countries, ranking among the highest in the world. Most of the scholars and doctors in Handan Academy come from various countries.
Although there is a reputation for meritocracy regardless of origin or country, it has also greatly reduced the upward space for natives of Zhao State.
If this continues, it will be very detrimental to Zhao Kuo's rule.
The talents of Zhao State are Zhao Kuo's basic base and the cornerstone of Zhao Kuo's rule. To put it a bit exaggeratedly, one day when a foreigner saw Zhao Kuo unhappy, he got up and ran away, and Zhao Kuo couldn't even keep him.
Although Zhao people may also go to other countries, for most people, they will not leave their hometown unless they are completely disappointed with the upper class.
If the Zhao people were managed by outsiders, even if the outsiders did better, everyone would be dissatisfied, and part of this dissatisfaction was towards Zhao Kuo.
Because all outsiders' powers are given by Zhao Kuo.
Wei Wuji put himself in his shoes and thought about it, if he were an ordinary leader of Zhao State, the county magistrate was from Wei State, the county lieutenant was from Qi State, the county guard was from Korea, the county lieutenant was from Yan State, and the county magistrate was from Chu State, only the township Will he be dissatisfied with the fact that he is always from Zhao? The answer is yes.
If you are a minor nobleman of Zhao State, you have been a county magistrate for ten years, worked hard, and finally been promoted to a county magistrate. It turns out that the county magistrate is from Wei and the county lieutenant is from Qi.
They did not work hard for ten years, but only met the king through the recruitment order or the recommendation of others, and then got the same opportunity as themselves. Will they be dissatisfied?
The answer is yes.
Wei Wuji did not pay attention to this issue at first, because each country had officials from other countries, ranging from county magistrates to prime ministers.
Until just now, when I glanced at them, I saw that half of them were from the six countries. Those who didn't know it thought the seven countries were holding a conference together.
What's even more frightening is that this reform of the official system and the establishment of the county system will create a large number of positions, and many of these positions will also be assigned to officials from the six countries.
As for Zhao Kuo, the inherent thinking of later generations made him ignore this problem. He always thought that the more talents, the better, but forgot the feelings of the people of Zhao.
"Fortunately, Lord Xinling reminded us that we almost made a big mistake." Zhao Kuo suddenly woke up.
He was still complacent before that "all the heroes in the world have fallen into my trap", but now he realizes how stupid he is.
This is the State of Zhao. If there are officials from other countries everywhere, the people will not only be resistant, but may even have the idea of fighting against the government.
As time goes by, people from the Zhao country will have the idea that they are inferior to people from other countries and are inferior.
This is absolutely not allowed.
Moreover, this contradiction will intensify during the reform process, and may even lead to the failure of the reform.
If Zhao State stands on the side of the people, talents from all over the world will inevitably leave Zhao State. If Zhao Guo sided with the officials, the people would be at odds with the officials.
It is easy to lose the support of the people, but it is extremely difficult to gain the support of the people.
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Only now do I realize that there is a huge danger hidden under this jar of honey.
"Your Majesty and Xunzi have spoken seriously," Wei Wuji said.
"I wonder if Mr. Xinling has a remedy? I can't drive everyone out." Zhao Kuo said with a bitter smile. If he did this, his reputation would be completely ruined, and no more talents would defect to Zhao in the future.
"The promotion list previously drawn up must be adjusted, and officials from the six countries will be eliminated first." Wei Wuji said.
"That's okay." Zhao Kuo nodded. Although the list has been drawn up, it has not been issued yet and can be adjusted at any time.
"Then the officials from Wei were transferred to Ye County, the officials from Qi were transferred to Jixi County, the officials from Yan were transferred to Hejian County, and the officials from South Korea were transferred to Shangdang County."
"These counties either once belonged to various countries, or part of them once belonged to various countries, and the people will have more recognition for the officials from the previous countries. At the same time, at least two of the four people including the county governor, county magistrate, county lieutenant, and chief historian are Zhao People. At least one of the county magistrate, county magistrate, and county lieutenant is from Zhao."
"Officials from the Chu State and the remaining ones are placed in the Hetao, salt, iron, coal and other industries, as well as road construction. People who are willing to go to the Hetao are more active and more receptive to officials from other countries, but they also need Zhao people Co-management.”
