According to the situation of the country

The Palace of Qianqing was very lively. The Grand Master led experts in bridge and water conservancy to the palace and was explaining the plan of the artificial canal to the emperor and ministers of Zhao Kingdom.Lin Xuan nodded again and again, and cast Du Penglai a questioning look, Du Penglai nodded after thinking for a moment.

"The city before the state of Jin and the state of Zhao have grown a lot, and the circulation of the state capitals is very inconvenient. If the canal can be built to connect the state capitals, the flow of people and goods information will be convenient, and the flow between the state capitals will be increased. It is a merit of the ages." Lin Xuan praised.It was his idea to dig an artificial canal. For this matter, he asked Du Penglai to lead people to investigate three times, and the whole incident was brewing for two years.Bringing it to the court today for discussion is to prepare for the implementation of the plan.

Many ministers were shocked by the idea of ​​the emperor and the university scholars, digging artificial canals?How much work is this?When Emperor Qin built the Great Wall, it was directly changed by the dynasty.

"Your majesty... the minister also felt that there would be many benefits if the canal could be dug, but...whether the project is too large, how much manpower and material resources will be required, and will it affect the stable development of Zhaoguo in the future? Do you have any grievances because of too much tax and too much labor?" The left minister was very moved when he heard the plan, but worries also jumped out one after another.

Lin Xuan swept some ministers confidently, and said in an extraordinary manner: "Minister Zuo said these doubts, and you ministers also have doubts. First of all, let's get rid of the problem just mentioned. It is undeniable that you dear ministers will definitely agree that if there is an artificial canal to let water and land The unobstructed idea is excellent, isn't it?" Lin Xuan looked at the ministers who nodded inward with a smile, and continued: "Then the remaining problem is how to implement it smoothly, so that this grand plan can be implemented smoothly and completely. It does not affect the method of taking care of the country's current national conditions." The ministers nodded repeatedly, and Emperor Jing always spoke clearly.

"Now that such a consensus has been reached, the rest of the matter will be easy to handle." Lin Xuan smiled mysteriously, "I have discussed this matter with the University Scholars in detail two years ago, and to put it bluntly, the construction of this artificial canal will not compromise On the contrary, there are excellent returns. Nowadays, the development of commerce in the country is obvious to all. The waterway fee is charged for the business, and the waterway will greatly save the transportation time of goods. There is no need to worry about merchants scrambling for waterways. As for the ministers It won’t happen if people work hard and lose money. Under the control of the Jin State, the people didn’t have a living, and the land was concentrated in the hands of a few people. Many people didn’t have any survival support. The construction of the artificial canal recruited workers, and the workers were paid according to their workload. In the words of the University Scholars It's called paid labor."

When these words came out, the ministers were shocked. In the past, the various projects of the royal family were called labor labor. The people sent out strong men to serve labor according to households. There was never room for bargaining. Now the emperor wants to pay these people wages?It's really a strange story through the ages, a strange story through the ages!

"As for the money to build the canal, it's up to the bachelor." Lin Xuan nodded approvingly at Du Penglai.The eyes of the ministers all fell on Du Penglai, "Oh, ministers, I don't have that much money." Looking at the eyes of the ministers, do they think that I, Du Penglai, have to pay for it myself?When I am He Shen?

"This money, of course, is collected by various giants, and there is also a chance for ministers to invest in shares." Du Penglai said for a long time but no response from everyone, knowing that they did not understand, he slowly explained: "If you are an official, you cannot go into business. Everyone knows that the opening of the canal project now requires a lot of silver. All ministers are free to invest in the canal project. Officials in Zhaoguo can invest. Of course, everyone’s investment has a standard according to their official position. It’s not just how much you want to invest. How much to invest. Remember that this is an investment, not a donation. There is no mandatory return. After the completion of the canal, 20 years after the completion of the canal, the profits will be distributed every year according to the current investment. Investment is risky, but after the completion of the canal, ten white marble pillars will be erected, and the names of the sponsors who invest today will be engraved on it, regardless of their background or official position, just to commemorate these for the sake of the country People who have made great progress in the future will be remembered forever by those who have enjoyed the benefits of the canal in Zhaoguo." Du Penglai spoke in a frenzy, and the solemnity made the ministers present feel excited.

In this way, this is a good thing that benefits the country and the people. The emperor, the ministers, and the people all benefit. It is so beautiful that it is unbelievable.

A fox-like smile flashed on Lin Xuan's face, and his charming eyes had already formed arcs. He and Du Penglai looked at each other and smiled, cleared their throats and said, "There is no rush for this fundraising, and we don't force you to think clearly. Put money into it again, remember, starting from tomorrow, the fundraising will be open for ten days. The emperor's grandmother doesn't know about this, otherwise she should scold me for not distinguishing between the monarch and the minister. At this time, the household department will be in charge of the household department and the department will be in charge of the university. Du Penglai, retreat from the court!" As soon as these words came out, those hesitant ministers were reassured, the world is the Lin family's world, and this is the first time that the ministers are given the dividends of the Tian family, and everyone rolls up their sleeves. To invest one hundred and eighty thousand.As soon as he retreated towards Du Penglai, he was blocked tightly by the ministers who surrounded him.

"Bachelor, bachelor, I have a question for advice."

"Bachelor, how much are you going to vote for? Look at me, how much should I vote for?"

"Scholar, bachelor, do you estimate how much you can invest to get on the Pillar of Honor? I think at least you have to vote for the Pillar of Honor!"

Du Penglai's official boots were all squeezed out by them, and it was useless to scold him. He ran out barefoot amidst the minister's pushing and shoving.Is this what it feels like to be a star?Oh my god!The fans are so crazy, they are chasing Du Penglai... There is a large crowd of people chasing the Grand Scholar in the dark.

In the main hall, the two old men Shangshu Ji Muzhi and Zuoxiang looked at each other, "Master Shangshu, we really underestimated the strength of the emperor and the great scholar. I thought it would be difficult to carry out this matter. Look at what these ministers are doing." Look! Oops, Ji Shangshu, excuse me, I have to go back and discuss with my wife how much silver to invest." Said Zuo Xiang also hurried away.

Ji Muzhi laughed angrily. If he was talking about raising money before, the household department would have to cry and evade, but this time everyone was enthusiastic.Shaking his head, the emperor's morality is really high, and he understands the nature of the ministers too thoroughly. Some people love wealth and others love fame.

Ji's family has a rich family background, so it's nothing to invest some money.Ji Muzhi staggered out of the Qiankun Palace, and suddenly a thought flashed through him that Huiji would be hurt.How can I think about these far-fetched things, I am old... I think of when I was young, I followed Lin Han, just like Du Penglai followed Lin Xuan today, with a smile on the corner of my mouth and my hands behind my back.

After getting off the court, Lin Xuan returned to Qiankun Hall, where Mo Zhiqing was already waiting for him. From a distance, she saw Lin Xuan walking towards her with a face full of pride, handsome, tall and straight, her heart seemed to fall into the clouds.He waved his hand to make the eunuchs and maids avoid saluting, and strode towards the hall, seeing Mo Zhiqing waiting for him in the hall, smiled and said generously: "The empress is free to come to my place today."

"The emperor just came down as if he won a battle, full of pride." Mo Zhiqing handed Lin Xuan a cup of brewed Ganoderma lucidum tea.

Lin Xuan nodded as a thank you, raised his eyebrows in joy, "It's not that we won the battle, I just had a good start with the Grand Master in the court."

Seeing that Lin Xuan was very proud, Mo Zhiqing couldn't help but asked curiously: "I don't know if the emperor and the scholar are..."

Lin Xuan took a drink to moisten his throat, and said with a smile, "Empress, you know, it's about the canal. It's settled today, so I can rest assured. I was afraid that the ministers would disagree."

"Oh?" Mo Zhiqing used to listen to Du Penglai and Lin Xuan discussing the construction of artificial canals before, "Could it be that these ministers have no objections and are all obedient?" Mo Zhiqing vaguely remembered that Lin Xuan and Du Penglai were heartbroken by this matter. brains.

"There are always more ways than difficulties. Over the years, I have understood this truth deeply. I am most afraid of being hesitant. Once I do it, any difficulty can be solved. I and the Grand Scholar discussed the matter of the canal for several nights, and finally came up with a perfect solution. Method." Lin Xuan told Mo Zhiqing in detail how they used the artificial canal to raise funds, and seeing the surprise flash across her face several times, Lin Xuan felt a little proud.

Mo Zhiqing stared blankly at Lin Xuan, to the point where Lin Xuan was at a loss. He stretched out his hand and shook it in front of her eyes, "Zhiqing, are you alright?"

"Today, the concubine knows what it means to be the best..." Mo Zhiqing looked at Lin Xuan so hard that he felt a little embarrassed, turned his face away and coughed lightly twice, Du Penglai dared to think that Lin Xuan would dare to do it, Mo Zhiqing saw it In Lin Xuan's future, his mind has already surpassed that of ordinary kings. He doesn't even feel that he is a king.Although Du Penglai, a bachelor, is young and experienced, such a talent... Mo Zhiqing thought of Zhou Guo and Mo Guo, even if Du Penglai was taken by these two countries, it would be useless, these old stubborns did not have such courage, dare to exchange the country's foundation for people's hearts .

"Zhiqing...it's not your style to speak like this." Although Lin Xuan was happy in his heart, he also felt that this method was wonderful, but he didn't expect that the queen, who had always looked above her head, was not stingy with compliments.Mo Zhiqing looked at Lin Xuan firmly and said: "Your Majesty, you have such a measure of foresight and such a capable minister, your great achievements will not be long."

Lin Xuan's eyes were misty, and he seemed to be able to see in the blur that he led troops to conquer Yedu of Zhou State soon.The long-standing hatred in Lin Xuan's chest was like flames blinding his eyes. This was the first time Mo Zhiqing saw Lin Xuan like this, who was a little strange and a little scared.Suddenly, Lin Xuan realized that he had lost his composure and recovered from the emotion just now. He looked at Mo Zhiqing with a smile as if nothing had happened, "I'm hungry, let's have breakfast with me."

Lin Xuan stood up, he needed these few steps to ease his emotions.

"Mo Xuan arrived in the capital this morning, and he will come to the palace tomorrow, and then he will know what the current Emperor Mo You is planning." Lin Xuan pursed his lips and smiled.

"Does the emperor really plan to talk about political affairs with Zhiqing all day?" Mo Zhiqing pouted dissatisfiedly. It is fatal for a beautiful woman to act like a baby. Besides, Lin Xuan has always been sympathetic to women. He spread his hands and said helplessly: " The queen, what do you want to talk about? Shouldn't you eat without talking or sleeping?"

"Your Majesty, when will Marquis Dingbei finish his rest? Do you think Mu Yao and him are doing well these few days?" Mo Zhiqing winked at him, and Lin Xuan knew what bad idea she was thinking.

"Isn't it good for the queen to gossip like this?" Lin Xuan looked at Mo Zhiqing suspiciously.

"The emperor isn't curious?" Mo Zhiqing squeezed her eyes, "I heard...Dingbei Hou's bridal chamber was kicked out by Mu Yao during the festive night..."

Lin Xuan opened her mouth in shock, Mu Yao... is quite quiet and introverted, this kind of thing shouldn't happen... right?

"How many days off does the emperor give Beihou?"

"ten."

"According to my concubine, I will come to the palace to look for you tomorrow without going out of Jiangling." Mo Zhiqing's mysterious smile made Lin Xuan feel cold all over, what kind of troubles could there be if they were married?