novelSusiti Chapter 21 The Empress summoned him again, and he was overjoyed!
Chapter 21 The Empress summoned him again, and he was overjoyed!
Officials outside the Guanlong Group offered their support, as the Tang Dynasty's economy was indeed in decline and the national treasury was empty.
But they generally objected to one point.
"Your Majesty, the equal-field system and the rent-based system are indeed feasible."
"However, I strongly oppose elevating the status of merchants and providing them with substantial support!"
Wei Zheng indeed stood up and directly opposed it.
Ancient dynasties consistently suppressed merchants.
Merchants are adept at scheming, and once they rise in status, they inevitably disrupt the government.
"Your Majesty, I agree with Lord Wei's opinion."
"Your Majesty, please make a decision immediately!"
Another minister immediately seconded the motion.
They were already dissatisfied because the empress had violated etiquette.
If Your Majesty continues to support merchants, you will be breaking the rules.
But everyone from the Guanlong Group remained silent, which was puzzling.
The eldest grandson was particularly unusual.
The equal-field system reform directly impacted his group.
He stood respectfully without speaking, knowing that His Majesty had already made his decision.
The imperial examination system and the equal-field system did influence them, but they did not shake the fundamentals.
He agreed to His Majesty's proposal.
"So, how do you suggest we revitalize the economy?"
Li Er was furious after hearing these suggestions.
The Guanlong Group hasn't even said anything, but you've spoken first.
I am not someone to be trifled with.
"Whoever can come up with a better solution, I will listen to."
He spoke coldly, and the court fell silent.
Li Er felt both angry and amused. With so many ministers, none of them were capable. The brains of dozens of people were not as good as Lin Chuan's!
They're all useless!
"Your Majesty, who is giving you advice?"
Wei Zheng was not afraid of the emperor and stepped forward to question him directly.
He could accept the equal-field system and the rental system, but he absolutely could not agree to support merchants.
He believed that His Majesty must have been deceived by bad people.
"Wei Zheng, how dare you!"
Are you saying I'm incompetent and foolish?
Emperor Taizong was furious. He suddenly stood up from his throne, glared at Wei Zheng, and shouted at him sternly.
"Your humble servant would not dare!"
"Your Majesty should not listen to only one side of the story and offer your honest advice."
Wei Zheng, undaunted, looked directly at Li Er and replied.
He admitted that he spoke bluntly, but he had a clear conscience because everything he did was for His Majesty and for the Tang Dynasty.
Even if it means being killed, I will never bow my head!
Li Er really couldn't do anything about him.
Everyone knows that Wei Zheng was upright and devoted to the country; otherwise, he would have killed Wei Zheng long ago.
It's no wonder Wei Zheng spoke so frankly, after all, he was the one who encouraged everyone to offer their opinions.
It can only be said that Wei Zheng was too ignorant and showed no respect for the emperor.
"That's settled then. Court is adjourned!"
He didn't want to argue with this stubborn old minister anymore, so he flicked his dragon robe, turned around, and left the Taiji Hall.
"A tyrannical ruler!"
Wei Zheng angrily rebuked, "You foolish ruler! If Your Majesty will not heed my loyal advice, then dismiss me from my post!"
He firmly believed that His Majesty was no longer the wise and benevolent ruler who humbly accepted advice.
His Majesty has no need for us ministers anymore.
"Lord Wei, please calm down. His Majesty has already made his decision."
The ministers immediately stepped forward to dissuade him.
"He'll regret it!"
Wei Zheng sneered and decided to resign and return home.
These words shocked all the officials.
"Lord Wei, please reconsider!"
"His Majesty and the Tang Dynasty cannot do without you!"
Everyone hurriedly tried to persuade him.
In the imperial court, only Wei Gan dared to contradict the emperor. After he left, no one dared to offer advice, and the Tang Dynasty would be in chaos.
"When His Majesty regrets it, he will come to invite you in person."
Wei Zheng replied directly that he firmly believed that supporting merchants was a wrong policy and that His Majesty would surely regret it in the future.
"If His Majesty is truly a wise ruler, he should personally come to my home to apologize."
"Otherwise, he wouldn't deserve Wei Zheng's wholehearted assistance."
……
"Lord Wei will be disappointed."
Changsun had been silent until now, but he slowly stepped forward, smiling as he looked at Wei Zheng and spoke.
Only he knew just how powerful Lin Chuan really was.
"What does Your Excellency mean by that?"
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After listening, Wei Zheng looked at Changsun Wuji seriously and asked.
His suspicions were already aroused by the unusual silence of the Guanlong Group during the morning court session. Now that he had just finished speaking, did they know something?
Changsun Wuji simply smiled and did not answer.
"Hmph, His Majesty has been deceived by that sorcerer."
"His Majesty will realize his mistake; otherwise, he is unworthy of my, Wei Zheng's, assistance!"
After Wei Zheng finished speaking, he was already burning with anger.
Prioritizing agriculture over commerce is an old rule, and Your Majesty has violated this ancestral custom; this is wrong.
Moreover, he was certain that this approach to economic development would not revitalize the economy.
……
East Market, Tea Shop.
"Old Trump, I'm here."
After Li Er decided to support the merchants, he realized that he hadn't asked them how exactly to do it.
So he rushed over as soon as the court session ended.
Old Sun followed along, wanting to know what good ideas Lin Chuan had for improving the economy by supporting businessmen.
This is no ordinary matter.
Wei Zheng has decided to resign and retire, which has put enormous pressure on His Majesty.
If this matter is not handled properly, His Majesty will not only lose face, but will also have to personally go to the Wei residence to apologize.
"Speak, Old Li, what brings you here today?"
Lin Chuan was already used to these two uninvited guests and didn't need to personally entertain them.
"Old Trump, you said before that supporting businessmen could revitalize the economy."
"How exactly will the support be provided?"
Li Er didn't beat around the bush and asked directly.
Lin Chuan laughed after hearing this; so that's what it was about.
That makes sense, since Lao Li is a businessman, so of course he cares about this.
His words would reach Li Er's ears sooner or later; it was only a matter of time.
"It's very simple: enact laws to elevate the status of merchants."
"The curfew has been lifted, everyone is allowed to set up stalls, and officials are encouraged to participate."
These words greatly surprised Li Er!
Lin Chuan is incredibly audacious; he actually dared to ask me to serve him tea.
Since I have a request of him, I must tolerate him for the time being.
"This is a difficult matter!"
As soon as Lin Chuan finished speaking, Old Sun immediately interrupted in a low voice.
The court officials all opposed supporting merchants, and allowing them to participate would only create more trouble.
"If I, a wise ruler, cannot even resolve such a trivial matter, what use is being an emperor?"
Lin Chuan glared at Lao Sun and said something astonishing.
Old Sun turned pale with fright.
Li Er's eyes widened, but he knew Lin Chuan was joking.
These words greatly inspired Li Er.
As a monarch, I must listen to advice, but what use am I if I hesitate to do what is right?
How should I deal with the Guanlong Group?
"A single conversation with you is worth more than ten years of study!"
Li Er stood up and bowed respectfully to Lin Chuan.
He deserves this bow.
Old Sun's expression turned even more alarmed.
His Majesty actually values Lin Chuan so much that he bows deeply to him!
This forced him to win over Lin Chuan.
"Old Li, you're too kind."
"Why don't you just become my disciple?"
Lin Chuan found it amusing, but he didn't boast about it.
With his knowledge, he was more than capable of teaching Li Er.
After Lao Li left, Lin Chuan prepared to close the door.
Then, good news arrived: Guanyinbi summoned him.
Lin Chuan was very happy.
He hadn't been to the Lizheng Hall for a long time since they last parted.
……
Lizheng Hall.
"You're here?"
Guanyin lay on her side on the couch, propping her chin up with her hand, and opened her eyes to speak.
What happened last time really scared her, but she came to terms with it over time.
Lin Chuan didn't do it on purpose.
"You've developed another new prescription?"
"How's the result?"
Guanyinbi asked directly.
Li Er told her about this.
Because of this prescription, Li Er began to suspect her, which piqued her interest.
She asked Chang Le privately, and although the method was excessive, it was indeed effective, and she felt much more comfortable.
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Lin Chuan answered calmly.
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