Qin Huaidao solemnly said: "Tubo is a slave system. Let's abolish slavery and change it to the Tang system. However, changing the Tang system involves issues such as personnel appointments and removals. That is within the scope of imperial power. We will not touch it. But we can abolish slavery first. Our government will also
We are vigorously abolishing slavery, and what we do does not violate the laws of the court."
"Abolition of slavery... what does this have to do with the Tubo rebellion?" Duan Zan was a pure soldier and really didn't understand this, so he asked bluntly.
Slavery means that people are the private property of the slave owner. The children, wives and property of the slave belong to the slave owner. Once slavery is abolished and the slaves are allowed to be their own masters, they will have fields to farm, houses, permanent property, and hope.
People's desires will be aroused, and they will dare to fight tooth and nail to protect their own things.
Once a person has nothing and everything around him is like this, there is nothing absolutely wrong with him.
Once a person owns something and there are others around him, he will never agree to it if anyone dares to steal it.
Slaves are also human beings. They don't feel the desire when it is not aroused, but it will be different once they have it.
Qin Huaidao explained the truth to Duan Zan carefully. Although Duan Zan had only a partial understanding of what he heard, he had witnessed the actions of the recruited soldiers. They were still willing to come back after receiving the reward, which showed that their desire was aroused and they wanted to get more.
, once someone invades, they will definitely scream and rush forward. If the Tang army is defeated and a certain Tibetan force wins, they will definitely recruit this team and go back to the old days when they had nothing. They will definitely not be happy in their hearts and will rebel.
After understanding the reason, Duan Zan asked: "How do you plan to start?"
"First, declare that all land and farmland property rights in Tubo belong to the imperial court, and no one is allowed to trade in any name or in any way. The imperial court is also doing this; second, let Xiaolu take the lead, select some officials to assist, and start with logic.
Starting near the city, the land is measured, the population is counted, and the land is registered, and then the land and land are distributed to households. They only have the right to use it, just like tenants who rent crops and do not pay for food for three years. After three years, they will pay 10% to the court every year."
Duan Zan understood it as soon as he heard it, but he panicked and said quickly: "Sir, the exemption of food tax requires the court's regulations. We can't make a decision privately."
"Don't worry, I will convince the Holy One. If the court disagrees, I will be blamed. It has nothing to do with you. All you need to do is obey the order and follow it. Go ahead and arrange some people to follow them to prevent escape."
Duan Zan's eyes narrowed, and his worries did not diminish at all. Although Tubo was poor, exemption from taxation for three years was conducive to recuperation and a good thing for Tubo. However, exemption from taxation was the purview of the imperial court. Even if Qin Huaidao was the Duke of the country, he could not speak privately, as it would attract trouble
It was a big trouble. Seeing Qin Huaidao's determined face, he suddenly realized that he was blaspheming himself.
Yes, conquering Tubo was a great achievement. He is already a Duke and a third-rank official. It will be difficult for the court to award him a reward after he returns. It is suspected that his meritorious service will shock his master. It is self-defeating and self-rescue.
However, this way of self-destruction is too special. Others would choose to get benefits for themselves, such as money, beautiful women, etc. Qin Huaidao never forgets to improve the national power of the Tang Dynasty and cares about the people.
The next moment, Duan Zan saluted solemnly and said with some excitement: "Your Excellency is so righteous, I will be impressed. If you have any requests in the future, I will not hesitate to make arrangements here."
These words had the meaning of surrender, but Qin Huaidao smiled and didn't care. After Duan Zan left, he picked up a pen and paper and started writing. He wrote down everything from the beginning of the war to the present, one by one, and then the abolition of slaves.
The idea of governing Tubo through the system, distribution of fields to households, etc.
After finishing writing, Qin Huaidao called a captain of the village protection team and gave him careful instructions, and asked him to lead his troops back to Chang'an to report the letter. It had been so long, and the court must be impatient.
Moreover, after Tubo has reached this point, the court must decide what to do next.
After sending away the team leader, Qin Huaidao looked towards the north and thought to himself: "Abolition of slavery, distribution of farmland to each household, and tax exemption for three years are enough to prove the goodwill of the Tang State towards the Tubo people. I don't know what you will choose? I hope you won't let it go.
I am disappointed, otherwise we can only fight with swords."
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Chang'an City.
A depressing atmosphere enveloped the entire city. There were Qianniu Guards everywhere who were interrogating and hunting down various gangs. The gangsters were suppressed to the point where it was difficult to survive. After the people learned that they were arresting the murderer who assassinated the Lord Protector, everyone
Praise, cooperate vigorously, even a good person like the Lord Protector is assassinated, he should be arrested.
However, after a few days, there was no progress, and the people became dissatisfied with the Forbidden Army. They couldn't even catch a murderer, so what use were they? The Forbidden Army was scolded so much that they couldn't hold their heads up wherever they went. It was very shameful and they were holding back their anger.
Evil fire, therefore, various gangs and gangsters are even more unlucky.
The Duke Protector's Mansion was still closing its doors tightly and would not go out. It was guarded by flying cavalry, so it was safe. Princess Yuzhang's carriage came slowly, but entered the mansion through a side door. Xiao'e came down, and Yuzhang was guarding her.
After settling down in the Duke's Mansion, I didn't see the palace for a few days, so Xiao'e did everything for me.
After getting off the carriage, Xiao'e hurried to the backyard. She was already familiar with the Duke Protector's mansion, and the people in the mansion greeted her enthusiastically and did not stop her.
When she came to the study room in the backyard, Xiao'e saw that Princess Yuzhang and He'er were indeed here. She quickly saluted and said: "Princess, Gao Zhenzhen came to report that the maid below saw someone suspicious in the house. Her face was cold and serious. Look.
He has cold eyes and lives in a side hall of the house without contact with outsiders. If the kite happened to fly in when he was flying a kite and he sent a maid to look for him, he would not have known that this group of people were there."
"Gao Zhenzhen?" Yu Zhang's expression changed.
He'er asked in surprise: "Who is Gao Zhenzhen?"
"The granddaughter of Mr. Gao Jiangao, Minister of the Ministry of Revenue." Yu Zhang said casually, his face becoming a little gloomy.
He'er saw something fishy and asked: "Sister, what's the problem with this tall man?"
The two got along for a while, and they got along very well. When there was no one around, they treated each other like sisters. In fact, Yuzhang was a bit younger than He'er, but He'er didn't dare to care about her. She called her sister to show respect. Yuzhang thought about becoming his wife in the future.
Mistress, it was really not easy to be a child, so she agreed.
Upon hearing the inquiry, Yuzhang hesitated for a moment and then said: "Gao Jian, courtesy name Shi Lian, was granted the title of Duke Xu. That's fine, but he has a special status. He is the uncle of the Holy Queen."
"ah--"
He'er's face changed drastically. The Holy Queen's uncle meant that he was also the Holy Emperor's uncle. He also had a nephew named Changsun Wuji, who had a distinguished status and was extremely valuable. However, how could he take in killers? Could it be that those were not killers, but just dead people raised by the family?
Scholars or offerings?
At this moment, He'er hesitated.
Yuzhang also hesitated. It was too involved and he didn't dare to touch it. If Xu Guogong Gao Shilian took in the Fengyulou killer, he would be very frightened if he thought about it carefully.
Xiao'e also knew that there was a big connection behind it, so she hesitated and didn't dare to say anything nonsense.
After a moment, a flash of determination flashed in He'er's eyes, so what about Xu Guogong? What about the Holy Queen's uncle? It's not okay to offend the Duke Protector's Palace. If he dares to bully the young master, he will never agree. He immediately said: "Sister, you can't turn a blind eye to this matter."
, Young Master is not here, we can’t lose the dignity of the Protector’s Palace, what do you think?”
"Then let's advance together and retreat together." Yu Zhang dared to touch He'er when he saw it. What was he afraid of? If he ignored it, Brother Qin would definitely be disappointed when he came back and found out about it, right?
Thinking of Qin Huaidao's disappointed expression, he felt an inexplicable pain in his heart and continued: "I'm going to find my father."
"Sister, don't worry."
He'er quickly stopped him. Seeing Yuzhang looking over in confusion, he thought for a moment and explained: "It's not appropriate to go to the Holy Master directly. What if I make a mistake? Why not tell Uncle Cheng that Uncle Cheng regards the young master as his nephew and he is following orders.
It is reasonable to pursue this case, but there has been no progress for several days. I must be anxious, so it would be more appropriate for Uncle Cheng to come forward than for us to come forward."
"That makes sense, Xiao'e, just try harder."
He'er quickly said: "It would be better for the Duke Protector's Office to send someone there. After all, my sister has a royal status. It's better not to get involved, so as not to be randomly associated with her and ruin her reputation."
"Okay, then let Sister He'er arrange it." Yuzhang agreed.
He'er hurriedly left and found Jia Youcai. Jia Youcai knew that the matter was of great importance, so he hurried to the door and said to the stationed Flying Cavalry Captain: "Your Excellency, you are polite. Can you please help General Cheng to come over and talk?"
"Steward Jia, you're welcome. Let's arrange it here." The other party knew Jia Youcai's identity, not to mention his identity as the steward of the Protector's Palace. He built monuments that won the love of the soldiers, not to mention that he held the title of Baron of Founding County, although he had no real power.
, it was not something I could provoke, so I didn’t dare to entrust him, so I arranged for someone to go in a hurry.