The Princess' Rebirth and Revenge

Li Yuan nodded in agreement: "Okay, then I will start business reform. Only when the economy is prosperous can the people be truly prosperous."

The two smiled at each other, and their tacit understanding needed no further words. They knew that the road to reform would be full of thorns, but they also firmly believed that as long as there was light in their hearts, hope would never go out.

The next morning, Li Jimian announced the news of tax reduction in the court. The officials in the court had different expressions, some were happy, while others frowned.

"Your Majesty, this may not be appropriate." An old minister stood up tremblingly. "The national finances are already tight. If we reduce taxes further, it may be difficult to maintain."

Li Jimian's eyes were like torches as he scanned the court officials. "I have made up my mind. The people are the foundation of the country. If the people don't exist, how can the country survive? I am willing to tide over the difficulties together with the people."

His voice was firm and powerful, like an irresistible force that instantly froze the atmosphere in the court.

At the same time, Li Yuan was also busy preparing for commercial reforms. She knew that in order to make the economy prosperous, she had to break the existing commercial monopoly and allow more people to have the opportunity to participate in commercial activities.

"Sir Li, I plan to open the market and allow people to buy and sell freely." Li Yuan said to an official in charge of commerce.

The official was shocked when he heard this: "Princess, this move may cause market chaos and be detrimental to national stability."

Li Yuan smiled slightly, with wisdom glittering in her eyes: "Chaos is only temporary. Only by allowing the market to compete freely can the vitality of business be stimulated. I believe that the wisdom and creativity of the people will bring unprecedented prosperity."

With the joint efforts of Li Jimian and Li Yuan, the curtain of reform slowly opened. However, they also knew that this reform would inevitably touch the nerves of some vested interests.

Sure enough, not long after, an anonymous letter quietly appeared on Li Jimian's desk. The letter was fierce, accusing him of reducing taxes as a foolish move of "ignoring the national finances and trying to please the people."

After reading the letter, Li Jimian just smiled faintly. He handed the letter to the guard beside him and said, "Go check and see who wrote this letter."

The guard took the order and left, while Li Jimian continued to bury himself in his papers. He knew that the road to reform was destined to be bumpy, but he also believed that as long as there was light in his heart, nothing could stop him from moving forward.

At the same time, Li Yuan also encountered obstacles. Some business tycoons expressed strong dissatisfaction with her business reforms and wrote to the court to request the cancellation of this reform measure.

Li Yuan looked at the memorial in her hand and sneered. She knew that the reason why these business tycoons were so opposed to her reforms was because they were afraid of losing their existing monopoly.

"Come here," Li Yuan called over a guard, "Please invite all of these people who have submitted petitions. I want to talk to them in person."

The guards took the order and left. Not long after, the business tycoons were invited to Li Yuan. They all looked angry, obviously very dissatisfied with Li Yuan's reforms.

"Your Highness," one of the business tycoons said, "We believe that your business reforms go against market rules and will bring immeasurable losses to the country."

Li Yuan smiled slightly and looked at everyone: "Market rules? I would like to ask you, what are market rules? Is it the rule that you guys monopolize the market and oppress the people?"

Her voice was not loud, but it carried an unquestionable force. Upon hearing her words, the faces of the business tycoons suddenly became embarrassed.

"Your Highness," another merchant magnate said, "We have no intention of oppressing the people, but..."

"Just what?" Li Yuan interrupted him coldly, "Are you just afraid of losing your existing interests? I tell you, reform is the general trend, and no one can stop it. If you are willing to follow the trend, I will welcome you; but if you insist on obstructing reform, I will never show mercy."

Her voice was firm and powerful, which changed the faces of the business tycoons. They knew that the princess was not just talking, she had enough determination and means to promote this reform.

Under the firm promotion of Li Jimian and Li Yuan, the reform has gradually deepened. However, they also know that the road of reform is far from over.

One day, Li Jimian was reviewing memorials in his study when he suddenly heard hurried footsteps. He looked up and saw a guard hurriedly walking in.

"Your Majesty," the guard knelt on one knee and presented a secret letter with both hands, "This is an urgent report from the border."

Li Jimian's heart tightened, and he quickly opened the secret letter. After reading it, his face became solemn. It turned out that some nobles in the border areas took the opportunity to cause chaos and tried to obstruct the implementation of the reform policy.

"These nobles," Li Jimian was furious, "how dare they be so bold!"

He immediately summoned the important officials in the court to discuss how to deal with this crisis. In the court, he made an impassioned speech, calling on the officials to unite and jointly resist the rebellion of the nobles.