Ci Jinzhi

Chapter 371 The difference between north and south

 After hearing what was going on, the Minister of Rites and others secretly rejoiced.

 In implementing the New Deal, the tough nut to crack is the south. Unexpectedly, He Qingxiao had a tough style and did not hesitate to kill without hesitation. His drama and ballads made ordinary people side with the New Deal, and the New Deal actually advanced smoothly.

 The Minister of Rites and others felt their hearts bleed when they thought about it. The hometowns of these people are all in the south, and there are countless fertile fields. They suffered heavy losses when the New Deal came.

 Fortunately, there was a lot of resistance from the north and there was no push.

Although the failure of the New Deal in the north will not change the situation in which their interests are harmed, the failure is a great benefit.

The Minister of Rites and others have realized that the struggle for the New Deal will be long. If there are many difficulties in implementation, the emperor may lose interest in implementing the New Deal in a few years, or maybe there will be a new emperor?

 At that time, they can still swallow back the fat they spit out.

 In short, it is good news that the New Deal is not going well in the north.

Emperor Xingyuan knew that at least half of these ministers were opposed to the New Deal, but it was also customary to convene ministers from various ministries to discuss major national affairs.

“Thousands of people gathered in Shuanglin Mansion in the north to protest, causing the policy to be inaccessible. What do you think?”

The Minister of War stood up and said: "I believe that this trend should not be encouraged, and those who cause trouble should be punished."

The Minister of Rites immediately objected: "Haven't you heard, Minister Ma? These people are ordinary people. If they are suppressed by force at every turn, won't the people think it is a tyranny of the imperial court? It will also be detrimental to His Majesty's holy name!"

Emperor Xingyuan glanced at the Minister of Rites.

 In the six books of ministers, this old boy is the most opposed to the New Deal. However, this is not wrong today. If he suppresses the people with force, the people will definitely say that he is a tyrant.

You must know that it is better to defend the mouth of the people than to defend the river, especially in places where the sky is high and the emperor is far away.

Emperor Xingyuan was the founding king of the country. He did not stick to trivial matters and was not afraid of war. But whoever sat in this position would want to be known as a cruel person a hundred years later.

If you say that you don’t hesitate to be famous so that thousands of people can live a good life, I’m sorry, but Emperor Xingyuan did not have this consciousness.

In his mind, this Great Xia belongs to him. As the Lord of Great Xia, he wants his people to live a better life, have more money in the treasury, and make the country last longer. His own reputation is also very important. ah!

The Minister of Hubu quietly observed Emperor Xingyuan's expression and stood up: "I also think this is inappropriate. There are pirates in the south and barbarians in the north. Military expenditures are often exceeded every year. If we mobilize troops easily, the national treasury will be overwhelmed!"

　　What is said about the New Deal increasing taxes, but now we haven’t even seen a big man yet, and we have to spend money again?

“If we can’t use force to suppress them, what are your suggestions?” Emperor Xingyuan asked.

"I believe that we should first appease the people's emotions. The new policy should not be implemented too hastily, but should be implemented slowly." said the Minister of Industry.

 “I second the proposal.”

 “I second the proposal.”

Emperor Xingyuan looked at several ministers who agreed to suspend the New Deal, with no emotion on their faces.

At this time Xin You stood up and said, "I have something to say."

The ministers of the Ministry of Rites looked at her and asked, "Why do you, a low-ranking official from the ninth rank, have so much to say?"

 Oh, she is the emperor’s daughter, let’s talk about it.

Emperor Xingyuan unconsciously curled up his lips and motioned for Xin You to continue speaking.

“At first, His Majesty cared about the people and selected several cities in the north and south to trial the New Deal. The New Deal in the South was implemented smoothly, and taxes will be collected under the New Deal next year. However, progress in the North was not going well. Maybe we can communicate with each other and learn from each other.”

Emperor Xingyuan couldn't help but nod.

Xie Zhangyuan stood up and said: "Your Majesty, the people in the North gathered in crowds to oppose the New Deal because they misunderstood the New Deal. I believe that Xin Daizhao had previously used big dramas in various cities to let the people understand the New Deal, and the effect was remarkable. You can ask Xin Daizhao to Take charge of this matter." As soon as Xie Zhangyuan said these words, the Minister of Rites and others cursed in their hearts: He actually recommended Xin You to promote the New Deal. This old dog wants them to die!

 Xie Zhangyuan's proposal made Emperor Xingyuan couldn't help but smile.

 It’s nothing else, it just shows the recognition of Ayou’s abilities. What father can be unhappy when his daughter is recognized?

But he was happy, and Emperor Xingyuan had no idea of ​​letting Xin You go to the North to promote the New Deal in person.

At this time of year, the capital city is freezing with water, let alone further north, how can a girl like Ayou endure such coldness. This is not just suffering, a bad thing will affect the body.

Afraid that Xin You would respond, Emperor Xingyuan coughed slightly, with a bit of doubt on his face: "I was just going to say that the smooth implementation of the New Deal in the south cannot be separated from the publicity. Didn't Yong Anbo arrange anyone to do this when he went to the north?"

 This is actually because Emperor Xingyuan’s requirements were a bit high.

No one denies the power of public opinion, but most people today are not so keen. By the time they react incorrectly, they have often missed the opportunity.

"Yong Anbo is a military commander, not good at these things." Xie Zhangyuan seemed to belittle Yong Anbo, but in fact he was explaining for him.

Xie Zhangyuan also later learned that Xin You had sent some people to Marquis Changle, so he remembered that Xin You invited He Qingxiao to have tea with Yong Anbo that day.

 Looks like he was the storyteller that I gave him for tea that time!

 Xie Zhangyuan wrote to Yong Anbo to mention this matter, but Yong Anbo's reply was disapproving and he could not say more.

"Nowadays, three-year-old children in the capital can tell the good things about the New Deal, thanks to those storytellers. The New Deal in the north is blocked, so it is better to send these storytellers north. What do you think of Xin Daizhao?" Emperor Xingyuan asked Xin You warmly.

Xin You had long realized from Emperor Xingyuan's reaction that he was not willing to go north by himself, so he did not force him to do so, and immediately said: "Your Majesty is wise."

At this time, King Xiu stood up and said: "Father, I would like to take Mr. Storyteller north to contribute to the New Deal."

Emperor Xingyuan glanced at King Xiu and said calmly: "The Chinese New Year is coming soon, so stay in Beijing."

Being rejected by Emperor Xingyuan, King Xiu’s cheeks turned red, he lowered his head and said yes, and stepped aside.

 “Let’s disperse, Xin Daizhao will stay.”

After all the ministers had left, Emperor Xingyuan asked, "Ayou, among those storytellers and actors, you only sent Marquis Changle away?"

 The promotion of the New Deal is carried out in the form of a play in "Journey to the West", in which the role of explaining the New Deal is played by the storyteller. These storytellers are the key. Those who pretend to be Sun Wukong's master and disciple are ordinary actors, there are as many as they want.

Emperor Xingyuan asked specifically, of course, not only out of curiosity, but also worried.

Well, it seems that the evidence of the rare boy of Agou is discovered!

Xin You took a deep look at Emperor Xingyuan and explained openly: "No. That day, I invited Marquis Changle and Uncle Yongan to have tea, and wanted to give them the storyteller. Unfortunately, Uncle Yongan was busy and declined the invitation, so the gift was not delivered. "

"That's it." Emperor Xingyuan felt relieved and warned, "You can't miss the New Year's Eve family dinner."

Xin You was silent for a moment and lowered his eyes slightly: "I understand."

Not long after she left the palace gate, Xie Zhangyuan, who had been waiting, came over rubbing his hands.

 (End of this chapter)