Zhang Fei still prefers to go to Jiangnan. After all, it has been planned for a long time, and Su Shi and the others are there. He also thinks that he can better use his talents by going to Jiangnan.
The biggest problem in the northwest is military affairs. He really doesn't know how to deal with this relationship.
Of course, Zhao Xu would not force Zhang Fei to do such a national matter. Zhang Fei said he couldn't do it, so he sent him to do it. Isn't that crazy?
However, the most urgent task is to implement the reform of the clan.
Nowadays, these powerful people and big landowners are attacking everywhere and can solve every problem.
On the second day, Zhao Xu held an important meeting in Chui Gong Hall.
As soon as this came up, Zhao Xu complained bitterly, "You gentlemen should know that I did not protect Governor Zhao. The case was tried by Kaifeng Prefecture, and I also discussed with you about Magistrate Zeng's judgment, and you all agreed. . But now they are still holding on to the clan and making trouble non-stop. It is really unreasonable."
After talking about it, I felt both aggrieved and angry.
Wen Yanbo didn't know about it. He also believed that Zhao Xu deliberately favored the clan in this case, so he said: "Your Majesty, in the opinion of the veteran, what they said is reasonable. The clan's expenditure is indeed too much, and now the financial situation is If you can’t make ends meet, you should cut back.”
Zhao Xu glanced at Wen Yanbo and then at Wang Anshi.
Wang Anshi understood the idea and immediately said: "The financial disadvantage of our dynasty lies in the redundancy. It is inappropriate for them to compare the clan to the officials in the capital. If we compare the officials in the world, the clan produces only a few."
Zhao Xu nodded immediately.
Wen Yanbo originally thought that the problem of redundant officials should be corrected, but when Wang Anshi said this, he was clearly threatening him. How about we exchange our extreme limits for one and exchange favors for the clan? He immediately retorted: "Enyin usually only involves the sons of officials, but the relatives of the clan have already exceeded the fifth level, so a little restraint is not a bad idea."
Wang Anshi said: "But what they are talking about is finance, not blood relationship."
Sima Guang suddenly stood up and said, "I think what Scholar Wang said is reasonable."
As soon as these words came out, Wang Anshi was stunned, and Wen Yanbo was also stunned.
Sima Guang said again: "This finance is finance, and a kiss is a kiss. We cannot judge relatives based on money. This is against the law of heaven. I think that no matter whether it is a relative of an official or a relative of the clan, we cannot keep it idle. That bird Just as animals teach their children to look for insects and prey, it is even more important for humans to do the same and find ways to let them fend for themselves."
Zhao Xu asked: "What suggestions does Bachelor Sima have?"
Sima Guang said: "In my opinion, all the clan members and Enyin disciples can be sent to the Imperial Academy to study. Like those candidates, the best ones will be admitted to the court as officials, and the second best ones will be merchants, workers, and officials. It's up to them. Fight for.
The imperial court only guarantees their monthly expenses before they complete their studies. After they complete their studies, they have to work hard on their own. However, there is no need to exclude clans other than those in the fifth service from the clan. "
Wen Yanbo understood immediately and immediately added: "If all the clans outside the fifth server are eliminated, their household registration names will have to be modified. This will add a lot of trouble and will inevitably cause dissatisfaction among the clans."
Zhao Xu frowned slightly and glanced at Wang Anshi again.
Wang Anshi immediately said: "If you use the name of a relative of the emperor to do business or industry, it will only affect the reputation of the royal family."
Zhao Xu nodded repeatedly.
But in fact, he didn't care about this at all. Historically, he encouraged the clan to marry the common people, and encouraged the clan to participate in the imperial examination. You should think of your own ways to make money, and don't always count on the court.
He just wanted to be thorough and throw away this burden. If it was included in it, it would still be very troublesome if anything happened in the future.
Of course, he also wanted to take revenge on these clans for bullying his father.
Sima Guang was also a straight man: "The same goes for Bibi, the gangster of the clan. Their reputation is not as good as that of merchants and craftsmen. What's the difference between giving them land for farming and giving them money for business?"
Wang Anshi fell silent. He agreed with Sima Guang's suggestion in his heart, because Sima Guang's suggestion did not say whether it was outside the fifth server or within the fifth server. In other words, all clans outside the server and inside the server need to send gifts. When we go to the Imperial College, we all strive to get ahead based on our abilities.
This is in line with his philosophy on education.
Zhao Xu looked displeased and said: "Okay! This matter will be drafted jointly by the Central Secretary and the Privy Council, but I hope this matter can come to an end and there will be no more disputes. Otherwise, don't blame me for being unkind. "
After that, he stormed away.
I have to say that the little emperor's acting skills are also good, and only Wang Anshi of the people present knows it well.
"This is really a big game, no one is left behind!"
Wen Yanbo smiled bitterly.
Sima Guang said: "What can be done? They asked for it themselves, but this is good, as it can reduce the country's financial burden."
In fact, streamlining officials is also Sima Guang's political philosophy, but he made it very clear that reducing clan salaries does not necessarily mean removing them from the clan.
As soon as this news spread, the feud immediately stopped.
Both the clan and officials were dissatisfied with this.
In the past, I could eat while lying down, but now I have to study hard. This is really cruel.
At the same time, they also woke up, but they could not continue to fight. The snipe and the clam were fighting, and the fisherman benefited.
But they did not object fiercely. After all, they were the ones who said this. It was their mutual accusations that made the higher-ups choose what they wanted.
It would be foolish to retort immediately. Let’s talk about it later.
Anyway, this matter cannot be carried out immediately.
There was only one department that was overjoyed, and that was the Imperial College. It had expanded its enrollment before, and now all the clan members and Enyin disciples had to come to the Imperial College to study in order to receive benefits and serve as officials here, so no one could ask for help from them.
Zhang Fei had no time to pay attention to this at this time, because he was facing another hurdle in his life, and this hurdle was extremely familiar.
Just move.
Of course, they didn't really stay until the rent was due, it was three days early. After all, they had to choose a good and auspicious day.
It was still dark today, and the whole family had already arrived at the new house.
"Huh? Why don't you see your sister-in-law?"
When he came to the door and was about to enter, Xu Lingxiao suddenly discovered that Zhang Fei was nowhere to be seen.
Xu Zun looked around and said, "The one who was still around just now."
Niu Beiqing suddenly shouted: "Xu Engong, your son-in-law is here."
As he spoke, he pointed his hand back.
Everyone looked through the weak candlelight and saw Zhang Fei wretchedly behind Niu Beiqing.
Gao Wenyin asked curiously: "Sanlang, what are you doing?"
Zhang Fei looked around and said in a panic: "I'm afraid of being beaten."
"ah?"
As soon as these words came out, everyone was shocked.
Only Xu Zhiqian kept giggling.
Mu Zhen asked curiously: "Qian'er, what's going on?"
Xu Zhiqian told Mu Zhen about Zhang Fei's previous adventure in moving, which made the latter laugh.
Zhang Fei blushed and said, "Zhiqian, good luck and good luck. Stop talking nonsense."
Xu Zun also didn't know whether to laugh or cry, and said: "There are so many people, what are you afraid of? Come here quickly."
"oh."
Zhang Fei mustered up the courage and stepped forward. His eyes were darting everywhere, especially at that high place. The sacks falling from the sky were really terrifying. He didn't want to experience it again. Once he entered the door, he He shouted softly: "Ya Nei! I know you are here, please come out quickly."
Xu Zhiqian chuckled and said, "What are you talking about? If the office is going to come to congratulate you, it's not now."
"But the only one who dares to hit me now is Yanei."
Zhang Fei was still very careful.
Niu Beiqing said carelessly: "Sanlang, with me here, what are you afraid of?"
Zhang Fei thought about it. Now he was not only surrounded by a loser like Li Si, but also Niu Beiqing and the legendary master Long Wu.
Then he straightened up, and after a traditional ceremony, it was already bright.
Coincidentally, Xu Zun came back for the first time, so Zhang Fei and Xu Zhiqian accompanied Xu Zun for a walk.
Arriving at the small pavilion in the garden, Zhang Fei asked, "What do you think, father-in-law?"
Xu Zun chuckled and said: "Who doesn't want to live in this nice house, and who doesn't want to win and dine every day? But after all, it's difficult to go from luxury to frugality. Once you live in this nice house, it's hard to go back. You'll only want to live in a better place." It’s a nice house, but where does the money come from?”
At this point, he warned Zhang Fei very seriously, "Zhang San, you are also an official now, but you must know how to restrain your desires to avoid embarking on the road of no return!"
He has always been very simple, knowing that once he pursues material things, he will become addicted to them. Therefore, he never pursues these.
Zhang Fei also said seriously: "Father-in-law, please rest assured, I will not be fooled by these, after all!"
He glanced at Xu Zhiqian beside him, "I married a good wife."
Xu Zhiqian couldn't hear his sarcasm, but she smiled and said: "Don't worry, dad, I will watch over him."
Zhang Fei said quickly: "I'm just kidding, don't take it seriously."
Xu Zun Fusu chuckled.
At this moment, Li Si came over and said, "Third brother, Yuan Chen and the others are here."
Zhang Fei clicked his tongue: "I didn't send an invitation either. I'm too embarrassed to organize this happy event."
This time he was really low-key and didn't tell anyone, including Fan Li and the others. This happy event was indeed a lot.
This person is so sophisticated that it is really not appropriate to only get in but not get out.
But there is no way. He has just won a lawsuit. Although there are undercurrents, on the surface, he is in the limelight. Of course, they will not let go of such an opportunity to get close. It would be better if you don't send an invitation. , everyone can come.
But when he saw them, Zhang Fei found that they didn't just come to congratulate him, they all had sad faces.
"Everyone, I did hold a few more happy events, but... I didn't send out an invitation this time. You don't have to come. I'm happy to be here, but don't be so gloomy."
Zhang Fei said very dissatisfied.
Chen Maoqian forced a smile and said: "Sanlang, we also want to congratulate you happily, but...but."
"But what, you tell me!" Zhang Fei said eagerly.
Huang Can sighed heavily: "But it's hard for everyone to do business nowadays!"
Zhang Fei's eyebrows jumped when he heard this, but he asked: "What's going on?"
Fan Zhengdao: "Third brother, you may not know that the price of coins has increased a lot recently. No one is willing to spend coins, which makes it difficult for us to do business."
Zhang Fei frowned, did it come so fast?
Ma Tianhao suddenly said: "Our charity foundation has to use less money recently, and I don't have much money to lend you now."
Zhang Fei glanced at him and knew his relationship with Xiangguo Temple. Xiangguo Temple must have asked him to stop the charity foundation from releasing currency.
But that's not the key. The key is that it happened faster than he thought.
He expected that he would be short of money when he got the summer tax at the earliest, but he didn't expect it to be so soon.
There is only one explanation, that is, there is not enough money in the market. As long as there is a slight disturbance, this problem will be exposed.
Fan Zhengdao: "Our movable type workshop and carriage and horse rental have been affected to some extent, and it is estimated that the football league that will start soon will also be affected."
Zhang Fei asked: "What on earth is going on?"
Everyone looked at each other, and Fan Zheng whispered: "It is said that because the tax exemption has increased too much, there are not enough coins circulating in the market. At the same time, food prices are falling, causing many commodities to also drop, and coins naturally become more valuable. .”
Chen Maoqian said: "Nowadays, except for coins and salt, the prices of almost all goods are falling."
Zhang Fei frowned and said, "Didn't the price of salt fall?"
Chen Maoqian said: "Why did it fall? It has also risen a lot!"
Zhang Fei asked curiously: "Why is this?"
Ma Tianhao said: "You still don't know?"
"Why do I know this?" Zhang Fei wondered.
Ma Tianhao said: "Wang Hongjin's case has caused those salty rice farmers to dare not commit crimes and sell illegal salt. The amount of salt on the market has suddenly decreased a lot, and the price of salt has naturally increased."
In fact, there are many private salt dealers in Bianjing. Xu Yu's private salt was sold to Kaifeng Mansion. This also led to Xu Ji's failure to help his younger brother escape the crime. Because there is no shortage of official salt in Bianjing, you also sell it. What can you say? Is this selling medicine?
Because the tax department was so intimidating, private salt dealers still dared to sell private salt in Bianjing. As a result, the amount of salt on the market instantly decreased, and the price of salt, like the price of currency, began to rise.
Zhang Fei frowned.
(End of chapter)
