"Li Xiang, we have said that there are two layers to this matter. I have only scratched the surface. I'm afraid I will trouble Xiang Xiang with the rest."
Zhang Ximeng returned to his seat calmly and raised his hands to Li Shanchang.
Seeing Zhang Ximeng salute, Li Shanchang stood up hurriedly. What was surprising was Li Xi and Xia Yu. They also stood up and leaned their upper bodies slightly. They were respectful, treating them as teachers and respecting them as sages.
Yes, they felt that there was indeed a Bodhisattva-like halo behind Zhang Ximeng's head. As for why he did not reach the realm of Buddha, it still depends on whether Zhang Ximeng can stand firm in the future.
But there is no doubt that the changes Zhang Ximeng has brought so far can be said to be earth-shaking.
So when Zhang Ximeng sat down, the two of them just stood behind him, like two generals humming.
Don't be tired of standing here. How many people want to stand here and soak up the immortality, but they are not lucky yet!
Li Shanchang is also sincerely convinced. Although words and principles cannot solve practical problems, powerful principles can increase the power of actions tenfold and a hundredfold...
At this moment, Li Shanchang is able to urinate and defecate at will on the moral high ground.
"Wei Han, Huang Xiu, Li Tianbo, Sui Zhiyuan... you are all elders of Jinling City. You are quite famous. You are also opposed to letting women work. What do you think at this moment?"
The backs of these people are no longer so straight, and most of their momentum has disappeared, but they are still unwilling to admit defeat.
"It is rare in the world for Prime Minister Zhang to confuse people's hearts. But we uphold the teachings of Confucius and Mencius and the principles of sages and sages. We will die for Confucius and Mencius. I will die without regrets!"
"Take it!"
Li Shanchang was not afraid at all and said directly: "Take down the old man Wei Han!"
After he gave the order, soldiers rushed up and directly held Wei Han down, "Kneel down!"
The old man could not withstand the pressure of the soldiers, so he could only kneel down on one knee. He tried his best to hold his neck high and said angrily: "It is an insult to the gentlemen, and the gentlemen are swept away! Prime Minister Li, you are also a scholar! And Li Shangshu, you are not afraid of Shilin
Poke you in the spine?"
When he heard someone calling his name, Li Xi puffed up his chest and laughed loudly, "Just now, Prime Minister Zhang has made it clear and explained the truth thoroughly. I thought that there might be others who didn't understand, so I ventured to share my experience.
If there is anything wrong, please tell me, Prime Minister Zhang.”
Zhang Ximeng smiled at Li Xi and indicated that he could continue.
Li Xi seemed to be inspired, and a surge of strength surged from his body.
"Xiang Zhang said that it is good for ordinary people to let women come out to do things. Who wouldn't want to? These are the people!" Li Xi pointed at a few elders and then said: "Why don't they agree? That's fair.
There is so much hype, but in the final analysis, it is still for selfish interests!"
"You're talking nonsense!" Sui Zhiyuan, a scholar, roared angrily: "Li Xi, you, you study with me and we have the same friendship. Are you talking nonsense like this, aren't you afraid of deceiving the teacher and destroying the ancestors, and the sky will strike you like lightning?"
Li Xi laughed loudly, "I was indeed afraid in the past, but today, I am not afraid anymore, because I know that the law of heaven is on our side! The last time Prime Minister Zhang discussed ancient and modern times with us, he said that the Qin, Han, Tang and Song dynasties had a thousand
Over the years, the road of sharing the world with the scholar-bureaucrats has come to an end. Now if we want to revitalize China, we must find a new road. And this new road is to share the world with all people, so the new lord of the world must uphold the
Destiny, allotment of land... At that time, I was still a little hesitant and didn't understand the reason. But today, I have some understanding. Scholars and officials are not allowed to do anything. It's not that any of you are bad people, but your choice.
, is not good for this world, what you think is not good for all people!"
"Li Xi, you, you are getting more and more crazy!" Sui Zhiyuan gasped and asked: "Do you also think that women should be indulged? Let the hen be the guide for the morning, the king is the guide for the minister, the father is the guide for the son, and the husband is the guide for the wife.
...Where did you put Tsunasu? Tell me?"
Li Xi was not afraid and said, "Thank you for mentioning the word "Gangchang". The "Three Cardinals and Five Constants" originated from Dong Zhongshu, which was the beginning of the kings and scholar-bureaucrats sharing the world. Since this road is broken and we have to take a new road, the "Gangchang" should be re-established.
, the old and outdated ones should also be changed!”
Li Xi turned his head, and the two prime ministers were both sitting upright. Zhang Ximeng looked as usual, and Li Shanchang nodded frequently, seeming to express appreciation.
Li Xi immediately said: "Prime Minister Li, once upon a time, everyone from the county yamen to the criminal department thought that this case was difficult to deal with. But now that I think about it, it's just that Gang Chang has locked his hands and feet and trapped his head... It's us who have trapped ourselves.
, the ground is a prison. Now that Zhang Xiang has unlocked the prison, we have nothing to fear!"
"According to my official's opinion, if we want to redefine the general rules, we still have to rely on laws and regulations. In the final analysis, it is still the responsibility of the Ministry of Punishment. New laws and regulations should be drafted as soon as possible to avoid the situation of being at a loss again."
Hearing this, Li Shanchang nodded repeatedly.
"Li Shangshu really hit the key point. In this case, let me tell you a few words about the truth." Li Shanchang sneered: "Wei Han, because of your own selfish interests, you encouraged the Han family and his wife to disrupt the military uniform workshop. This is your first
This is a serious crime. You bribed government officials and clerks to support you, which is the second serious crime. Then you formed gangs, talked nonsense, disrupted the general affairs, and your methods were despicable. You must be punished!"
"With these three crimes, no one can save you! Immediately put you in jail and behead you!"
Li Shanchang raised the murder knife without hesitation.
"Song Gui, you are the magistrate of Jiangning County. You should be able to distinguish right from wrong and make decisions for the people. However, you are ignorant and incompetent. You listen to one side and do nothing. I will immediately remove you from your official position and put you in jail until your corruption is thoroughly investigated.
, dispose of them together!”
After Li Shanchang finished speaking, his eyes fell on Li Xi and Xia Yu again.
"In this case, both the Yingtian Mansion and the Criminal Department were slow to act and did nothing. After investigation, there are people in your two yamen who colluded with each other to talk nonsense and interfere with government affairs. Let's go investigate now and bring these people to justice.
Law. If the investigation is clear, you are allowed to take the blame and make meritorious service. If the investigation is not clear, you will be questioned together!"
"I know!" The two men agreed in unison.
Then Li Shanchang added: "In Jiangning County Government, all clerks and government servants who have had contact with Wei Han will be thrown into jail, awaiting thorough investigation... As for other people, anyone who worked in the government office fifteen years ago will be dismissed immediately.
.Within seven days, the civil service examination will be held to fill the vacancies."
Li Shan's long hair fell in a big circle, and finally his eyes fell on a few senior scholars. With a faint sneer on his face, he said, "You are famous, your family has property, you have no worries about food and clothing, you have no worries about food and drink, and you have friends with powerful people.
, left and right scholars talk about it, even dare to compete with the big government... This world is yours, isn't it?"
Li Shanchang suddenly roared, "Take them down and investigate them thoroughly! We will never tolerate rape!"
…
Merchants, petty officials, Confucian scholars, officials... From top to bottom, Li Shanchang was not spared. When the people in the hall heard this, they all cheered and praised Master Qingtian in unison!
Ma, who was listening next to him, actually stood up, smiled and nodded at Li Shanchang, his admiration beyond words.
The case has reached this stage, and Ma has seen it clearly.
This is not a simple question of whether a woman can work in a workshop, but a matter of more than a thousand years of accumulated practice.
In the old customs, Confucian scholars, officials in the imperial court, and wealthy merchants with wealth in their hands were all the group of people who benefited the most.
Not surprisingly, this group of people banded together to resist change.
Fortunately, it was Zhang Ximeng who was able to spot these people.
Once you know where the problem is, it will be easier to take action.
What I fear the most is a mess. Everyone says there are many difficulties and resistance, and there is no way to start, and then it just goes away. This is the worst thing.
Now that Li Shanchang has taken out a sharp knife to cut through the mess, people can finally feel reassured.
"Girl, what are you afraid of this time?"
Ma looked at Han Xiuniang next to her with a smile. The girl's face turned red. How had she ever seen such a big scene? She thought that because of herself, she was involved in such a thing, so many arguments, and even someone was punished for it.
When Sin was killed, her heart was beating wildly and she felt uneasy.
But she is still worried, that is, so many people have dealt with it, but only her parents, what should they do?
Ma noticed her worries and said proactively: "Don't be afraid, they are just two bastards, and they are not worthy of living with this group of people. Don't worry, at most they will suffer a little and understand some truth, which will save them a lot of time."
Still confused!"
Han Xiuniang nodded vigorously and finally felt relieved.
"Husband, madam, when will the workshop start?"
Ma couldn't help but smile, "What's going on? I can't wait any longer?"
Han Xiuniang blushed and said, "Well, at these times, the family is not at peace, and I have been sick for a few days. Start working early and earn more money, so that the family can live better."
The family she was talking about naturally meant her husband's family. Her parents-in-law had received countless criticisms because of her affairs.
I have been an honest and good person all my life, but at this age, no one can stand having others point fingers at me.
She has nothing to repay, she just wants to make more money, eat well, and wear nice clothes. Only by living a better life can she shut up those gossips!
Ma nodded, "I understand what you are thinking, but you have to do what you can. Go home and rest for a few days to recover your health before coming back. Don't worry, from now on, there will be many good days!"
No one can hinder us from getting rich and living a good life, don’t you think so?”
"Yeah!" Han Xiuniang nodded vigorously, her worries disappeared, and her face was filled with smiles.
For Han Xiuniang, the case that had been bothering her for a long time was finally solved, and she could start a new life with peace of mind.
But the impact of this case has just begun.
After Li Shanchang returned to Zhongshu Province, he immediately invited Zhang Ximeng. The two sat across from each other, and Lao Li was particularly enthusiastic.
"Xiang Zhang, I won't say anything else. I want to ask your help to write down these principles and send them to all officials, including me. They must study them carefully and understand them with their heart!"
Zhang Ximeng smiled and said, "Thank you Brother Li for being considerate, but I want to say, should I send it to the lord first? After the lord nods, we can let it go and do something about it."
Li Shanchang said without hesitation, "Yes, of course we have to tell our superiors about such a big matter."
