The state spends huge amounts of gold to acquire land owned by major families, and then distributes it fairly, so that everyone will receive permanent survival guarantees.
At the same time, Zhang Yihui organized agricultural experts to change the current backward farming methods, establish collective farms, and double the yield of the fields.
In the past, landlords subcontracted land to farmers for renting crops. The farmers themselves were poor and only had simple hoes and other agricultural tools. The northwest was short of water, and farmers were unable to solve irrigation problems. The yield was extremely low, creating a vicious cycle. That is, farmers did not have enough to eat, and the country
Grain cannot be harvested, and landlords must occupy more land in order to increase their income.
Conflicts between families continued, and the country became increasingly poor and weak.
As the family population continues to increase, the land becomes less and less, so the conflicts become more and more serious.
What Zhang Yi was talking about was the actual situation. People present knew it, but they just didn't know what to do.
"Everyone, please think calmly, we must solve the problem from the source." Zhang Yi said loudly, "The land has become state-owned, the state organizes farming, manpower and tools are reasonably dispatched, water conservancy projects can be built, and more land can be reclaimed.
There will be more fertile farmland. By doing this, every household will have surplus food and the national treasury will be enriched. This is a good thing that benefits the country and the people!"
Everyone was silent and looked at each other.
Zhang Yi continued: "The major families cling to their own land and refuse to let it go. But who owns the river water? The families in the upper reaches block it, forcing the families in the lower reaches to fight for it. The fights are endless. The country is at this low level.
It is declining due to internal strife. Please open your eyes and take a look. Now that the countries are rising, once they send their troops to the west, the country will be unable to stop it. Which of your families is strong enough to withstand a powerful enemy?"
Everyone couldn't help but widen their eyes. Zhang Yi's words hit everyone's hearts. This is a fact. Agriculture is the foundation. Without enough food, we cannot feed enough soldiers and horses. In the end, the country will be destroyed and the family will be destroyed.
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A Mr. Guo stood up and expressed his position: "Zhang Shoufu's words are reasonable. We also know that you have managed Mopan City well, solved the food problem, and eliminated banditry. Our Guo family will definitely reconsider the land reform measures you proposed.
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Zhang Yi nodded, and the ice began to melt, which was a good sign.
At this time, Mr. Chen spoke: "We have all sworn to be loyal to the emperor and patriotic, but we cling to our own land and cannot develop. In the end, aren't we trapped in a cocoon? The Chen family will also reconsider. Every family must make sacrifices, and the country
Only then can you become rich and strong!”
A smile appeared on Zhang Yi's face, agreeing with his point of view.
At this time, Mr. Yang snorted and said in a strange way: "You two have few people and little land, so the boat can easily turn around, but we are different. In addition, I want to ask Zhang Shoufu, if you want to use gold to buy land, we all
We know that the national treasury is empty, but I don’t know where the gold you mentioned is?”
This was a sharp question, which immediately aroused the ridicule of many people. They all thought that Zhang Yi was a liar and wanted to defraud their land with just one mouth.
Zhang Yi couldn't help but laugh.
Everyone was surprised, and when they looked at King Liu Kai, he actually smiled.
All the monks were confused.
Prime Minister Wu Ruicheng smiled and said: "Zhang Shoufu's generous words are true, but why do you propose to exchange gold for land? Where does the gold come from? You can't just talk without proof!"
"Prime Minister, we have no shortage of gold!" Zhang Yi said astonishingly. Of course, he would not reveal the true source of the gold. "The gold comes from the king's mortal enemy, the overlord General Cao. Over the years, he has plundered everywhere and accumulated countless gold.
I have moved it to the treasury."
The whole audience was shocked.
No wonder the king wants to recruit Zhang Yi as his son-in-law. It turns out that he donated General Cao's treasure. No one has any doubt about this statement. General Cao is greedy and invincible in the world, so naturally he has gold.
"It's touching," Mr. Guo said immediately, "Zhang Shoufu has a reputation as a chivalrous person and is willing to dedicate real money and silver to the king. How can we fall behind? The Guo family has always supported the king, and we will support him this time too!
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This kind of person is a typical outsider. Seeing that the king was determined to reform the law, Zhang Yi offered gold in exchange for land, not to mention that the land would be distributed equally, so he expressed his position in time.
General Wang Zheng laughed and said: "Zhang Shoufu is a cheerful man. He has paid the Wang family one hundred thousand taels of gold and piled it into a gold mountain. If you don't believe it, go to my Wang family and take a look, hahaha."
It's true, no one dares to joke about it in court.
Prime Minister Wu Rui's jaw was about to drop. He was expecting to see a joke. He knew that the treasury was empty, and he never thought that Zhang Yi had brought in countless gold.
"Ten...one hundred thousand taels?"
"Oh my God!"
Everyone present was envious and envious. All the big families were wealthy and had land and food in their hands, but they couldn't get so much gold.
"This is just the first money the Wang family has received," Zhang Yi said while the iron was hot. "Next, we will establish a national bank. The Wang family can deposit gold in the bank, and we will pay the interest. The Wang family will continue to gain wealth."
Everyone was even more shocked. Master Chen asked: "Zhang Shoufu, where did you get the money to pay the interest?"
"Land reform is only the first step, everyone," Zhang Yi waved his hand, and a palace guard immediately unfolded a huge world map. Zhang Yi did not understand the situation of many countries and did not label the country names. "Next, we will develop industry and commerce.
With investment from the National Bank, we can build various industries, produce various commodities, and sell them to the world through trade routes from east to west, north to south, and we will get more than ten times the return!"
There was sparse applause in the court hall, first the supporters applauded, and then King Liu Kai clapped his hands in person. The applause suddenly became louder, and even Prime Minister Wu Rui had to clap his hands symbolically a few times.
Everyone knows that the small Mopan City has become rich due to the development of industry and commerce, let alone a country. After embarking on this road, the money scene will be infinite. From a local rich man to a tycoon, who can refuse this temptation?
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Then the wind began to change. Except for the three major families of Yang, Wuma, and Ma, the other seven major families all expressed their support for Zhang Yi.
Originally, he followed Prime Minister Wu Rui because he controlled the government, but now the king personally went to the battle to fully support his son-in-law Zhang Yi. From now on, Zhang Shoufu will have the final say.
What's more, Zhang Shoufu and the king are the same kind of people, they are both heroes who speak the truth.
Seeing that the overall situation of the reform was established, Princess Xiaoliu, who was hiding behind the curtain, was overjoyed. The support of seven families was enough, and the remaining three families could not change the situation.
"Zhang Shoufu, the National Bank is the top priority." Prime Minister Wu Rui was cunning and cunning. Seeing that it was difficult to stop the situation, he thought of getting involved. "I can recommend talented people to take on this responsibility."
Zhang Yi was calm and calm, and said with a slight smile: "That's true, Prime Minister Wu, the National Bank is very important. You must choose someone whom the people can trust to chair it. I think the most suitable person is none other than Princess Xiaoliu. She
Taking on this responsibility is to guarantee the safety of funds in the name of the king. I would like to ask, who does not trust the king and the princess?"
There was thunderous applause and everyone cheered.
Prime Minister Wu looked pale and sighed secretly.