I Don’t Want To Be the Emperor

Chapter 514 Royal Private Property

The people who were also sitting here eating looked in disbelief!

The shadow of a person's famous tree, no matter how obscured the news is, he still knows who is the real leader of the Liang Kingdom in front of him!

As the regent of Daliang Kingdom, it is very common to come to Deen. After all, Deen Paddock and Summer Resort are the places where the royal family goes hunting and summer vacation.

 However, coming to their remote town is a bit incredible.

This place is at the junction of Jizhou and Saibei, where a Sanhe Border Guard Army of hundreds of people is stationed.

 The biggest official is the guerrilla general Han Long!

If there is no war, no officials in the court, big or small, will come here!

 Let alone the dynasty and the prince!

They looked at the frightened expressions of Han Long, Sanhe Border Guards and others, but they had no choice but to believe it. They didn’t know who was taking the lead, so they knelt down and imitated the officers and soldiers in shouting: Your Majesty is a thousand years old!

Pan Duo raised the knife in his hand and said loudly, "Everyone else, stay away!"

 Handering around?

Those who were smarter hurriedly bowed and shrank their heads and retreated. Then those who reacted quickly followed suit and ran out.

After a while, only the officers and soldiers kneeling on the ground were left in front of Lin Yi.

Lin Yi snorted coldly and sat directly on an empty table.

Arhat stepped forward and took out the trembling shopkeeper and waiter who were hiding under the counter. He said kindly, "Bring the good wine and good food to you quickly. I won't shortchange your money."

"Yes Yes."

The shopkeeper hurriedly took the boy to the kitchen.

 “Han Long.”

 “The subordinate is here!”

　　“You’ve had quite a leisurely life these days,”

Lin Yi waited for Pan Duo to fill himself with tea, and while drinking tea, he said, "I am so envious of you."

Han Long hesitated for a moment, then boldly said, "Your Majesty, Jizhou is short of food. We actively responded to your Majesty's request to open up land and guard the border. Today we finally planted fifty acres of sorghum, sweet potatoes, and soybeans. We came out to celebrate." of."

Lin Yi's face softened slightly after hearing this, and he just said curiously, "Everywhere I go, there is drought. Where did you bring water to plant the land?"

Han Long said, "Prince Qi, this place has been a military camp since ancient times. Apart from De'en paddock, this place is the most fertile place for De'en water and grass. The horses raised by my subordinates are as strong as those raised by Sun Chongde."

Lin Yi frowned and said, "So the people around here can only cultivate saline-alkali land, sandy land, and dry land?"

Han Long said in a low voice, "Most of Deen is made up of mountains and grasslands. The land is as fertile as that of northern Saibei. It's just that starting from the previous dynasty, it was a royal garden and no unauthorized cultivation was allowed."

"I see."

Lin Yi finally realized it. On the way here, he was still curious. Some places were not completely short of water. They were full of dense forests and green grasslands, with herds of cattle and sheep. Why couldn't they grow food?

 After a long time of work, this place became the private property of the royal family!

He also understood why He Jixiang didn't tell him, because to them, everything was taken for granted.

The royal family cannot be at fault, the people are naturally at fault!

ˆ “.”

Han Long knelt on the ground, not knowing how to answer the question.

The boy brought the dishes over, and Luo Han arranged the dishes himself. As soon as Lin Yi picked up the chopsticks, he said to Han Long, who was still kneeling on the ground, "Get up and talk.

 “Thank you, Your Majesty for your grace.”

Han Long stood up and waved to the officers and soldiers behind him. The officers and soldiers walked out of the door consciously and scattered around as guards.

 “You also go and have your fill.”

Lin Yi said to Luo Han and others.

 When Arhat and others sat down nearby, he looked at Han Long again and said with a smile, "So this is all because I occupy so much land?"

 “Your Majesty’s words are serious,”

Han Long hurriedly said, "The aristocratic families here have been entrenched here for generations, and the relationships are intricate. Jiang Pei has great abilities, but it is difficult to use them."

Lin Yi sighed and said, "I have ordered He Jixiang to investigate closely and exempt him from taxes for another three years. I hope the people can cultivate themselves and live a healthy life."

Han Long said boldly, "I have something to say, but I don't know whether to say it or not."

 “Then speak quickly and don’t be irritated,”

Lin Yi said angrily, "You know what bothers me."

 “The subordinates understand,”

Han Long naturally knew Lin Yi's temperament very well, and said quickly, "Now the prince is implementing the policy of everyone having land in our Daliang country. Even a refugee, a homeless man, or a beggar, as long as he is willing to apply, he will have land.

 The people were grateful to the prince, and every family worshiped him.

 A family of three, with fifteen acres of land, even if it is barren, can grow sweet potatoes, corn, sorghum, and soybeans. If they work harder, they may not have a full meal, but they will not suffer from famine. "

"yes,"

Lin Yi slapped his thigh and said, “I can’t get this hungry even if I eat sweet potatoes every day!

 Tell me the truth, what is wrong with you? "

What he saw and heard along the way was really shocking. He was simply running wildly on the road of a foolish king!

Han Long said in a deep voice, "I'll be brave enough to say something. If what I said is wrong, please forgive me."

Lin Yi waved his hand and said, "Although, I am not an unreasonable person."

Han Long said, "For a family to receive 10% of the grain and pay 10% of the grain, it is actually irrelevant to them. Whether the prince is exempt from the tax or not is actually the same thing."

 “It’s all the same whether it’s free or not?”

Lin Yi frowned and said, "How do you say this?"

Han Long said in a deep voice, "These taxes are exempted, but there are still countless exorbitant taxes and miscellaneous taxes. Just the suppression of wages, training wages, Jiesiyin, border wages, and Yiyin alone have made the people complain endlessly, let alone There is an endless stream of donations, loan donations, salt donations, car donations, and donations from the poor.

 After a year of hard work, no matter how full the granary is, it cannot withstand so many exorbitant taxes and levies. "

Lin Yi sighed, "They all know, but you are the only one willing to tell me."

People like He Jixiang have always believed that it is okay for the people to suffer a lot, and there is no harm in enduring it. The most important thing is that there should be no turmoil in the country, the country, and the country.

The imperial court has insufficient financial resources. If the local government does not collect exorbitant taxes and taxes, it will simply be unsustainable!

 How can the imperial power be demonstrated when the local grassroots political power has collapsed?

 In the end, the general and the country will be destroyed, and the country, the country, and the country will be in danger!

Lin Yi didn’t even know how to blame them!

People of every era have their own ideological limitations. They rely on themselves to be the leader and scold them. They say yes, but they may continue to disagree in their hearts.

What’s more, changing one or two people’s minds won’t help.

 What he needs is more people to resonate with him.

Han Long whispered, "I am from Jizhou, born and raised here. I can't bear to see my father and fellow villagers suffer, so naturally I want to tell the truth for them.

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 “I am very happy that you can tell the truth,”

Lin Yi smiled and said, "You think clearly and are smart. It's a shame to guard the border. How about going back to Ankang City?"

Han Long cupped his hands and said, "Although I know a little bit of writing, I am still just a warrior, suitable only for fighting. I am willing to stay here for the rest of my life."

His hometown is less than twenty miles away from here. It would be great to be able to reunite with his parents, wife and children when he has time.

 More importantly, I would rather have a chicken head than a phoenix tail!

His guerrilla general is not a big deal in other places, but in this rural place, he is the most effective speaker in a hundred miles radius!

Few people dare to oppose him!

There were a very few blind sects, landlords and wealthy people who were imprisoned in the Deen Mansion Office by taking advantage of the opportunity of cracking down on crime and eradicating evil.

The most vicious ones among them have already been killed.

"Okay, everyone has their own ambitions, and I won't force you to do so."

Lin Yi finished the glass of wine and then said, "Step back."

Han Long said, "Your Majesty, my humble abode is simple, but I still invite you to stay in my humble abode for one night. It's better than this restaurant."

"not going,"

Lin Yi waved his hand and said, "I'm too lazy to walk anymore. I'll go to bed after eating and drinking."

 “The subordinates resign.”

Han Long saw that he was so persistent, so he bowed and retreated.

 The next day it was still dark. After Lin Yi ate some bean cakes and porridge, he continued on his way on his donkey.

After walking less than ten miles, the sight in front of him made him a little unbelievable. The blue sky, green water, green grass, and unknown wild flowers were blooming all over the mountains and fields.

 There are herds of cattle and sheep, and herdsmen galloping horses, creating a paradise scene.

Pando stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, this is the perimeter of the Deen Paddock."

 “Is this also a hunting ground?”

Lin Yi said in surprise.

 Pandora said, "Yes."

“Two heavens of ice and fire, one heaven and one hell.”

Lin Yi thought about the scene in the past two days, looked at the scene in front of him, and couldn't help but sigh, "This king is the real rich and powerful family."

Occupying such a large land, we would rather waste it than take advantage of the people who are struggling to make a living!

Pando lowered his head, not even daring to answer.

I heard He Jixiang continue to say, "He Jixiang is still in the villa, right? The grassroots are supported by the common people, not those blood-sucking worms. Pass the documents and thoroughly investigate the subjects of excessive taxes and miscellaneous taxes in our country of Daliang, so as to reduce the burden on the common people. This is an order, not a discussion." "

 “I will give you the order now.”

Pando turned and left.

Lin Yi walked from south to north, from west to east, and spent half a month walking to the seaside in Jizhou.

Looking at the vast expanse of water with the same color as the sea and the sky, I sighed, "This is also a good place to escape the summer heat!"

 He was hesitating whether to build a summer residence here!

This place is full of green mountains and green waters, refreshing and pleasant. It is really very popular.

 There were constant traffic of large boats and small boats on the sea and rivers, and there were countless porters, traders, and sailors along the coast. This lively scene made Lin Yi wipe away the gloom of the past few days.

  Jizhou still has its merits.

"king"

Before Tian Shiyou could finish shouting, Pan Duo glared and swallowed his words.

He stood there in a daze, not daring to kneel down.

Pan Duo stepped forward and said, "There are many people with mixed eyesight, so be careful."

Tian Shiyou cupped his hands and said, "Yes, Mr. Wang, please come here."

Tian Shiyou, who is now a large businessman, welcomed Lin Yi into a restaurant and poured tea for him himself.

Lin Yi looked up and down the restaurant and asked curiously, "Is this restaurant yours too?"

Tian Shiyou laughed and said, "Brothers have been at sea all year round. After landing on the shore, they were like headless flies and had nowhere to go. So the villain built a restaurant here, which can be regarded as giving them a place to stay."

Lin Yi smiled and said, "Yes, yes, you guys are good at making money, so I have to praise you.

I just looked around on the way here. Even if it rains, the road is still muddy, which seriously affects the traffic efficiency. Now that the port has been built and the catering and accommodation facilities have been provided, the road must be speeded up. "

Tian Shiyou explained, "Navy commander Jiang Tiju has already made a report for the villain, but Lord Bian Jing has too many things to do at the moment and can't take care of the land of Jizhou."

"This place is different from other places. Once your big ship sails, you will have thousands of taels of gold. How can you still be short of money?"

Lin Yi pondered for a moment and said, "It is better to rely on yourself than to rely on others. You wealthy businessmen will take the lead in repairing it first. I will give you policies and allow you to set up checkpoints to collect tolls. When the capital is returned, this road will be handed over to the government for management." "

　　“Let’s do it if it’s small.”

Tian Shiyou thought about it for a moment and felt that something was going on!

 After all, there is a precedent!

Liang Gen, Wang Cheng, Yan Kuisheng and other three major households raised funds to build the official road from Yuezhou to Hongzhou, and they made a lot of money every day!

“You can write a letter to Mr. Bian Jing to discuss the specific regulations. We will neither embarrass him nor suffer losses for you. It’s a win-win situation.”

Lin Yi took a sip of tea and said slowly, "Of course, the most important thing is that by hiring workers for road construction, you can also promote domestic demand and increase employment. If things go well, I will allow you to donate a Yuanwailang."

He has always been generous with honorary titles such as "Sir" and "Justice of the Peace".

 Not only can it make money, but it can also win people’s hearts!

However, everything is within the scale. If you sell too much, it will become worthless!

 “Thank you, Prince!”

Tian Shiyou was so excited that he almost knelt down!

Tian Shiyou is all over the sea, and no one except Du Sanhe dares to provoke him easily!

 After arriving ashore, he didn’t need money or people, but he didn’t have any status at all!

Especially every time he enters Ankang City and stands under the Emperor’s feet, an ordinary street patrolman can make him smile!



  He is a close confidant of the prince, but he still does not have a legitimate social status.

Now that the prince and his wife have allowed him to be a foreigner, I dare not say that walking around in Ankang City will at least get a little respect!

 “Just understand it in your heart.”

Lin Yi slept in the guest room until late in the evening. The sun was setting and a breeze was picking up.

There were sparkling waves on the sea. Lin Yi took off only his underwear and jumped into the sea.

 At night, the table was full of “gout” set meals.

Lin Yi indulged a bit and had a great time eating oysters, crabs, and sea fish.

He accepted the toasts one by one and ended up feeling dizzy after drinking them.

 “I wonder if I drank fake wine,”

Lin Yi relied on the weak light of the lantern, lying on the beach by the sea, with his head on his hands, looking at the stars in the sky, "Why is this head so heavy?"

Pan Duo whispered, "My lord, you've drunk too much, why don't you go back to the house and lie down?"

Lin Yi said in a waning voice, "It's stuffy in the room. It's comfortable to lie down on the beach, so just lie down."

 It’s really comfortable to stay here!

 He really had a sudden thought and decided to forget about moving the capital!

Pan Duo said, "The wind will pick up soon and it's easy to catch a cold."

 “You, since when have you become such a mother-in-law?”

Lin Yi stopped talking to him.

After a while, Pando heard his snoring.

 (End of this chapter)