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In the Martyrs' Shrine, there are Lu Xiangsheng, Sun Chengzong, Cao Bianjiao, Yang Guozhu, etc., all of whom died fighting against the Japanese. It is also reasonable to kneel down and repent to them, the loyal martyrs of the Ming Dynasty.
Therefore, after hearing this, I don't know who shouted "Long live my emperor!" After hearing this, the other people didn't know how to express their support for the imperial decree. After hearing this, they all shouted "Long live my emperor"!
The Meridian Gate Square was filled with dense crowds of people. Although people in the distance could not hear what was being said. But the people standing in front were shouting "Long live my emperor", so they naturally followed suit.
So, in the sky above the capital, I recalled the deafening shouts of "Long live my emperor" that almost spread throughout the city.
With such a huge momentum, Emperor Chongzhen, who was sitting behind and watching, didn't seem to have any change in his face, but he was actually happy in his heart, enjoying the scene of being admired by all the people.
Thinking about it, in the past, I had to issue an imperial edict to admit my mistakes to the world. But now, just such a small incident has changed my impression in the hearts of the people.
Thinking of this, Emperor Chongzhen couldn't help but stare at Zhang Mingwei's back, feeling very grateful in his heart!
Zhang Mingwei naturally didn't care what Emperor Chongzhen was thinking behind him at this time. After the voice of shouting "Long live my emperor" fell, he announced the election again: "Second, to prevent people from being greedy, forgetting their ancestors and betraying their friends for money. , betrayed our compatriots, betrayed the Ming Dynasty, sought wealth and killed people, and if there are traitors like these eight Shanxi merchants again, the court will impose additional taxes on the wealthy merchants!"
This is actually the prototype of the ladder-type taxation in later generations. In ancient times, there was actually no such concept, and generally speaking, it was not feasible.
However, this time it was launched with the help of the Shanxi merchants' robbery case, and it seemed reasonable and reasonable.
Although the merchant class was already at the top of the hierarchy in the late Ming Dynasty, before that, it was at the bottom of the hierarchy among scholars, farmers, industry and merchants. This means that cracking down on businessmen is based on public opinion.
Businessmen are born to buy low, sell high, and pursue profits. This is something everyone knows. In order to make big money, they will do anything by any means. For example, this Shanxi businessman is the most typical representative.
In response to this situation, the imperial court wanted to restrict wealthy businessmen and restrict some people from using any means to make more money. For ordinary people, this is absolutely supported.
To put it harshly, many people have the mentality of hating the rich. Not to mention, under such a background at this time.
Big businessmen would definitely oppose this unheard-of policy of the imperial court. However, at this time, they had no right to speak at all. Those who can accumulate wealth that far exceeds that of others will definitely not earn money that is lawful and reasonable. Anyone who dares to object is equivalent to being a front-runner, waiting for the factory guards to come and investigate.
The only way for big businessmen to oppose is through their agents in the court; or indirectly through public opinion. However, now that there are examples of the eight major Shanxi merchants who are outraged by both humans and gods, it can be said that facts speak louder than words. At least until the Shanxi Merchant Tonglu case is over, or before the people of this generation who were harmed by Shanxi merchants die, any opposition will be ignored. is powerless.
The class of businessmen cannot exist without them, but the top wealthy businessmen cannot exist without them.
If everyone aims at wealthy businessmen and pursues money, and people's hearts are focused on money, the world will deteriorate, not only the country, but the nation as well.
In addition, when wealthy businessmen realize that money is just a number, they will inevitably turn to other aspects, such as power. With countless money as their foundation, they will inevitably make it difficult for others to resist.
With power under control, money can make more money, and power can be further controlled. This is tantamount to blocking the upward path for other classes. Not only that, their interests are absolutely inconsistent with the interests of ordinary people, and this will be the beginning of another people's suffering.
In the words of later generations, when the means of production are highly unbalanced and concentrated in the hands of a very small number of people, it is the beginning of troubled times. This was actually the case in the late Ming Dynasty. An important manifestation of wealth inequality is that land annexation has reached a very serious level.
At this time, when I heard that Duke Xingguo said that he would impose additional taxes on the wealthy merchants, most people were still immersed in the affairs of the eight major Shanxi merchants, so they naturally thought that this method was excellent. I don’t know who shouted “Long live my emperor” first.
Not surprisingly, other people also shouted "Long live my emperor". The deafening sound echoed again in the sky above the capital.
Emperor Chongzhen was very satisfied and suddenly decided in his heart, should he do this more often in the future?
Zhang Mingwei also knew that the protagonist today was not him, so he wisely retreated to his position after announcing these two things.
There was actually nothing to say next. Emperor Chongzhen drove back to the palace, and the eight Shanxi merchants were cut to pieces outside the Meridian Gate. The people who hated the eight major Shanxi merchants and their captives robbed their flesh and blood one after another.
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In the court, discussions began to begin on how to define wealthy businessmen, how to tax them, and how much to tax them; and among the people, of course, today's events were also hotly debated. Among them is this unheard of thing.
Most people did not hear what Duke Xingguo announced on the spot, so many people were asking about the situation. Naturally, everywhere where people gather, such as inns, restaurants, teahouses, restaurants, etc., are full of people discussing.
No, in the lobby of an inn, it is as lively as other places.
"Today is so happy, so happy!"
"Yes, I finally comforted the spirits of my parents in heaven!"
"Hey, Brother Wu, why are you so depressed? Oh, I understand. Are you worried that the court will impose extra taxes on you?"
"Didn't the imperial court announce who is considered a wealthy businessman? I have worked hard for many years, but now my life is getting a little better..."
"Hahaha, what kind of wealthy businessman do you think you are? The most famous wealthy businessmen in the world are Shanxi merchants, Hui merchants, and those big salt merchants. Only they have the right to be unhappy. Who do you think you are?"
"..."
Or maybe the people next to them heard the conversation at their table, and someone started to interrupt.
"As the saying goes, no businessman can be a traitor. If you ask me, we should deal with them severely. It is best to confiscate all their property!"
"You can't say that. If we hadn't sold food from outside, do you think the capital could have produced food? What do you eat? We just earn some hard-earned money! We also paid for it with sweat, okay?"
"I didn't say anything about you, rich businessman. Did you hear that? Rich businessman, you are not qualified!"
"Okay, okay, we can still trust Brother Wu's character. By the way, this rule has never existed before, and I don't know who came up with it?"
"Who else could it be? It must be Duke Xingguo!"
"..."
Hearing this, a table of people in the corner seemed to be very interested in Duke Xingguo. One of them quickly interjected and asked, "How did you know it was Duke Xingguo?"
When the person who spoke heard that someone was cheering, he turned around and said with a smile: "You just came to the capital, right? That's no wonder. I'm telling you, as long as something new happens here in the capital, it will definitely be with the capital." It’s related to Duke Xingguo!”
When he said this, the people at that table became more interested, and even happily asked the waiter to add more dishes to treat the guests, and then they heard the detailed deeds of Duke Xingguo as they wished.
At night, after returning to the room, this group of people not only did not sleep, but gathered in a room to talk again. What's even more strange is that some of them are still watching at the door, obviously not wanting others to hear their conversation.
"Judging from what I have heard in the past few days, although many people are indeed saying that Duke Xingguo is a good official, an upright official, and can make decisions for the people. However, it seems that he only has one method to keep ransacking homes."
"Those Shanxi merchants should indeed confiscate their homes, but no one has said it. Only Duke Xingguo can think of it, and take this opportunity to attack other wealthy people. If Duke Xingguo is really such a person, he will definitely not be able to last long! "
"Yes, eldest brother is also afraid of this. How about we forget it and let eldest brother rest his mind?"
When these people said this, they finally looked at one of the more elegant people.
I saw this man looking around at his companions, looking into each person's eyes, and then looking at the tall and strong man opposite him and saying: "It's not that you don't know your brother's wish. Let's take a look again?"
Hearing this, everyone was silent. Obviously, they agree with this statement.
However, after a moment of silence, the strong man still frowned and said: "There were rumors before that he was an upright official and a living Bodhisattva, so the eldest brother and the military advisor said it was worth a try, so we came. After arriving in the capital, we asked about it He did help the refugees and donated all the money. He is an upright and good official. This is true."
At this point, he said with obvious worry: "Looking at the methods of the Duke, he only knows how to confiscate and kill corrupt officials and profiteers. Although it is to kill corrupt officials and profiteers, it's okay! But in the eyes of the court, we are rebels! What should we do if we are also involved? Even if he doesn't, he has offended many people. What if he is implicated in us, let alone being ransacked and executed tomorrow?"
