Just as Yang Bin's imprisonment was so sudden, the end of the case was equally unexpected, catching the Han courtiers who had been silently paying attention to the matter unprepared. Such a huge case came to an abrupt end. From the beginning to the end, the Yang Fang case was not brought to the table. Under the emperor's instruction, a low-key investigation was carried out and it was dealt with suddenly. After the result of the matter, a simple and simple document was issued. A plain announcement...
Such a process and result made the courtiers of the Han Dynasty suddenly feel uncomfortable. The young emperor in the Han Palace seemed to have a bit more power. Unconsciously, the monarch's power began to overwhelm the power of the ministers.
Under such a situation, a minister should have taken the lead in protesting against the emperor's unruly behavior. In the past, it was Yang Bin who was at the forefront.
However, as the protagonist of this political incident, after he was taken down, looking at the civil and military personnel of the DPRK and China, no one could be named who had such ability and influence.
Guo Wei does have this prestige, but this military minister has gradually evolved into a political animal. He is shrewd and calculating, can see the situation clearly, and will not let go of the emperor's edge over this matter. Wang Zhang was a little depressed because of Yang Bin's fate. Su Yugui still holds the position of prime minister, but has gradually faded out of the center of power. As for Feng Dao, Zhao Ying and others, there is no such influence.
As for Fan Zhi and other political upstarts, not to mention that they were personally promoted by Liu Chengyou, their foundations were still shallow and they were not yet qualified to "challenge" the monarchy.
Suddenly, the power of the Han Dynasty began to take a big step towards the centralization of monarchy, just because of the capture of an old minister. It is conceivable that in the next not short period of time, there will be no "opponents" of the emperor in the center of the imperial court, at least not as superficial as Yang Bin.
And Yang Bin's downfall is destined to be impossible to survive calmly. A political reshuffle is inevitable, and the power void left after Yang Bin's departure is bound to cause major changes in the political landscape.
The Yang Ping incident did not end with Yang Ping's conviction. The political purge against the "Yang Ping Group" began calmly under Liu Chengyou's instructions. This is a political group that is strong on the outside and cadre on the inside. The gang members of the six divisions are only attached to Yang Yan. When the big tree falls, the vines, branches and leaves have no ability to resist when facing the emperor's heavy blow, and can only let the censor Concocted by Taiwan and Wude Division.
The courtiers were looking forward to the first imperial court after the Shangyuan Festival. Liu Chengyou knew what they were expecting, but he did not satisfy them. There was no positive response to the Yang Fang case, and more importantly, there was no clear instruction on the adjustment of the political hall that the ministers were more concerned about. In short, highlighting a Sacred Heart is unpredictable.
The disasters of the second year of Qianyou have passed, and the outlook for the third year of Qianyou was also announced at the Yuan Dynasty Night Banquet. Therefore, in the great dynasty, Liu Chengyou actually discussed politics and quickly entered "working status".
There is only one core issue, money. Dahan's finances, after two years of straits, are now barely able to breathe a sigh of relief. However, the nature of poverty in the country has not been improved, and everyone from top to bottom is living a miserable life.
This situation simply cannot allow Liu Chengyou to realize his grand plan, so it must be changed. After taking the throne for two years to stabilize the imperial power and sort out military affairs, Liu Chengyou was finally free to concentrate on developing national power and strengthening the country and army.
Regarding finance, it is nothing more than increasing revenue and reducing expenditure. In terms of saving money, Liu Chengyou set an example and advocated nationwide frugality. The Han Palace was reduced in clothing and diet for two years, and all palace and garden construction and repairs were stopped. In the imperial court, there was little waste and waste.
Liu Chengyou even reduced the salaries and silk grains of his courtiers, but the resentment he aroused was too great, and the life of most middle- and lower-class Han officials was indeed difficult. Liu Chengyou only tried it briefly and did not continue to attack his courtiers.
Therefore, when discussing politics in the great dynasty, the focus of discussion was only on how to increase revenue. However, given the current limited vision of the Han Dynasty courtiers, most of them are only thinking about taxes. Liu Chengyou basically ignored the opinions of these people.
During the catastrophe when Yelu Deguang destroyed the Jin Dynasty, the vitality of the Central Plains was severely damaged. After the rise of the Han Dynasty, there were several wars, but it was far from recovering. Although under the imperial court's policy of supporting the people, the people of the Han Dynasty lived a barely stable life. But for most people, especially farmers at the grassroots level, their livelihoods are still poor.
The Han court's taxation was already heavy. Liu Chengyou canceled many exorbitant taxes and miscellaneous taxes when he took over. However, he never had any intention of changing his ways regarding the series of policies that Wang Zhang took the lead in formulating that sucked the blood and sweat of the people.
The burden is already heavy enough. If the policy of increasing taxes and gifts is implemented again, Liu Chengyou can imagine that civil unrest will occur. And if the quality of officials and generals from various places is added to the executors, Liu Chengyou cannot guarantee what kind of negative consequences they can lead to.
Therefore, no matter how difficult the financial situation is, the court should not continue to exploit the farmers. What Liu Chengyou even thought of was to appropriately reduce the burden on farmers, which would only intensify the financial pressure on the court.
There is always something to gain from brainstorming. Judge Xue Juzheng and others proposed some methods that satisfied Liu Chengyou. There is only one core, which is to continue to tap the potential on top of the court's existing tax revenue.
For example, the government-run salt and iron products and distiller's yeast were two major items of the imperial government's financial revenue. They suggested that regulations should be re-established, regulations should be deepened, and illegality should be severely cracked down on.
On the basis of salt, iron and distiller's yeast, we continued to expand the scope of official operations and included tea, sugar and other items under the "overall planning" management and operation of the imperial court. Monopolies always make money. The only hesitation in Liu Chengyou's heart was whether the imperial court had the execution ability...
Some people suggest that if we continue to reform the currency system and exchange old and new money, there will be too much room for maneuver.
Some ministers also focused on business taxes, but the business of the Han Dynasty was not very developed. Liu Chengyou's idea was to fatten and then kill. Instead of agreeing to increase commercial taxes, he decided to implement the previous policy of reducing or regulating tariffs. In the past, there were too many generals in various places who took the imperial policies as nonsense, and it was time to start rectifying them.
Regarding the national finance and taxation, the ministers rushed to give advice and suggestions, but Wang Zhang, as the third minister, surprisingly did not say a word or make any suggestions.
Still in Chongzheng Hall, Liu Chengyou drank hot tea to relieve the fatigue of long-term political discussions. He summoned Wang Zhang to the imperial court and asked him about the affairs of the court: "The country is poor and the finances and taxes are tight. I am worried about money and food. In the Chongyuan Palace, the ministers competed to speak to express their strategies. Why is Wang Qing silent?"
"I am stupid and do not know how to adapt, and I really have no good strategy. Moreover, there are so many talents in the court today, why do I need to talk nonsense like this old man in the winter!" Liu Chengyou was slightly surprised by Wang Zhang's answer, but he always felt that there was something in his words.
Staring at Wang Zhang with a cold face, Liu Chengyou felt unhappy and had a strong feeling of being offended.
"Why is Wang Qing so humble? Since the founding of the country, all major financial matters have been entrusted to you. I see all your hard work and hard work!" Liu Chengyou said lightly, but his tone was a little salty.
After hearing this, he sat behind the case and was silent for a while. Wang Zhang suddenly stood up, walked to the palace, and bowed: "I have a request. I hope your majesty will accept it!"
Seeing this, Liu Chengyou originally thought that Wang Zhang had some financial insights, but he did not expect that after speaking, he actually resigned.
"I am suffering from illness and have not had a good doctor for a long time. I am getting worse and worse. I no longer have the strength to write documents, which will inevitably delay the state affairs. I would like to ask you to serve..." Wang Zhang said calmly.
In a word, Liu Chengyou was quiet and looked at Wang Zhang with eyes that gradually deepened.
