"That's the case, Li Kaiming should have gone to Jiangxi Road." After dark, Xu Zixian held a banquet in the old mansion to celebrate. Xu Xiashang, Lin Douyao, Chen Dujing and other civil and military officials came to the banquet regardless of their fatigue. At this time, everyone's etiquette towards Xu Zixian was already the etiquette of his subordinates. On the square table, only Xu Zixian sat south, Lin Douyao, Chen Dujing, Zheng Liqi and others accompanied him. Xu Xiashang, the old prime minister, sat on Xu Zixian's left hand, and was considered the most respected person.

After hearing the war introduced by Xu Zixian, everyone was frightened. After Lin Douyao said something, he quickly said: "The king and the soldiers of the palace stayed asleep for two days and nights, and finally broke the thief and reported it to him. It would be a good idea to show the might of the martial power of the Fujian road, and also to make the emperor and civil and military ministers know the difficulties of the king to fight against the thief."

Zheng Liqi also said: "This battle was a play against a stone mortar. It was really difficult. Li Kaiming and other thieves had prepared in advance. If the situation was not good, they would climb the mountain and walk along the way. There were garrisons and grain stations. The army was helpless in a hurry. This could not be saved by human power. Although there were regrets, we could not help but praise the government army for its merits in fighting the thieves. To be honest, the subordinates were already scared just by listening. They stayed up and stayed up for two days and nights. They had arrows and stones on them, with swords and arrows added to their bodies. The thieves were brave and brave. The soldiers of the government were even more like tigers and wolves. They were actually on the top of them with an upward attack. How magnificent, how magnificent!"

Around this table were all famous officials and gentry from the Fucheng and the entire Fujian Road. Listening to Zheng Liqi's words, there were a burst of cheers coming from all over the place.

Chen Dujing said: "Mr. Zheng's words are like the beginning of a good article..."

Xu Zixian knew that Zheng Liqi had almost been selected as a Hanlin bachelor's bachelor's degree, and the article level was not to be mentioned. He immediately responded: "In this war, more than 670 soldiers were killed in the palace army, more than 300 soldiers were seriously injured, and no less than 2,000 soldiers were slightly injured. Since I led the troops, the number of soldiers who died in the battle was the most, which was really heartbroken. In order to show the martial arts of soldiers in fighting against the thieves and commemorate the soldiers who died on the battlefield, I plan to choose a high ground near the Minjiang River outside the palace to commemorate the heroes of the fallen soldiers, and incense is endless all year round."

Of course, everyone would not object to this. Yang Shiwei nodded and said, "It is a good thing to pay tribute to the heroes and martyrs. Taizu did this back then. The King of Qin is worthy of Taizu's Miao. The Gushan Mountains are from the north of the city and the south of the city. The mountains are beautiful and beautiful, and it is not difficult to choose a good place to build a ancestral hall. It is easy to do it."

Xu Zi nodded first and said, "After the war, the first thing is to quell the chaos and calm the hearts of the people. Then, you will be able to come down to investigate the illegality and to investigate the law. Only in the end can you restore trade and encourage agricultural production. In this way, the local area is peaceful and there is nothing to do, and only if there is money and grain to supply military supplies, enough food and enough wages, and the troops will be self-reliant, and the local area will be even more nothing to do. These things must be coordinated with the appointment of officials and officials, and the clean officials will be carried out. Otherwise, a corrupt local official will be assigned to a group of greedy clerks, and will not be able to accomplish anything and be bad. Since the court has given me the establishment of a government office, the first thing to do is to explore a way on Fujian Road, and to restrain officials and officials, persevere in the public, abide by the law, and work diligently. Such many measures can be achieved twice the result with half the effort."

All the officials listened carefully. Even though Xu Xiashang was an old minister who retired, he still opened his eyes slightly and looked at Xu Zixian intently. Later, he became terrifying. Although Xu Zixian was a prince who was good at martial arts and seemed to be unfamiliar with civil affairs, he said that he was clearly layered and incisive, which was admirable.

Lin Douyao said: "No matter how the king is showing it, now the founding of Fujian Province, military affairs and civil affairs are all related to the king, but if there is a king's order, all the officials will follow it."

This time, the imperial edict was opened, and there was actually a disposal to Lin Douyao. As expected, the court knew that Lin Douyao was not responsible for his crimes, and that Fujian was fine.

If Xu Zi could not introduce Lin Douyao in advance, he would definitely submit a memorial to impeachment as the Prince of Kaifu, and the court did not have to be a villain in advance. Therefore, it would be a stern reprimand, and both the scattered officials and the ranks were reduced to one level, and the salary was fined for half a year. For the officials of the Great Wei Dynasty with generous salary, the salary fine of half a year was already a very severe punishment. In addition, the demotion of the ranks was not only the removal of officials or the arrest of the capital, but also the heaviest punishment.

Since Xu Zixian did not make any statement, Xu Xiashang also fulfilled Lin Douyao's decentness and did not open the public reading.

In fact, Yang Shiwei, Zhao Debang, and Zheng Liqi were either demoted to the honorary rank or fined their salary ranging from one to three months. All officials on Fujian Road have nothing to do with it. If they really start reading in public, it will be unfavorable to the overall situation of Fujian Road. Xu Xia and Shang have been an official for 40 years, how can this measure be gone?

At this moment, when I heard Xu Zixian's display, it seemed that there was a huge painting in front of me. Xu Xia and Shang had been an official for forty years, but in fact, they had long been unfamiliar with the ancient well. Those officials who were good at bragging said everything was so vague that they could easily get anything. As a result, they were all kinds of mistakes and often things went against their wishes. The old prime minister looked at Xu Zixian with an interest. Judging from the experience of the prince in front of me, there were really no mistakes. Could everything he had to do slowly unfold without any mistakes?

"Before doing anything, you must get money and food first." Xu Zixian was not in a hurry to talk about all his plans, but said in a calm tone: "The Northern Expedition is an important matter, but Fujian encountered a great disaster. The local area seemed to be seriously ill and ill. How could it still run and walk like a strong person? The levy is absolutely not feasible. Even if it is a regular tax, it must be reduced by at least 30% to make the local area have a chance to breathe."

Everyone in front of them looked at each other. In fact, given the current situation of Fujian Road, the two governments probably would not force the Fujian Road to levy. Local money and grain are used for war. Jianzhou is in a hurry to be restored. If you levy it again, it will force the people to rebel, and it will not be like this.

However, when the Northern Expedition was urgent, all the ranks were entrusted. Not only did the Fujian Road not be able to pay additional taxes, but the regular taxes were also reduced and 30% were cut at once. Not only did the transfer of the transportation force Zheng Yumin not agree, but the two governments and the emperor would never agree.

"Of course, this matter is me fighting with the central government." Xu Zixian smiled slightly and said, "I was named King of Qin. As soon as I opened the palace, I was a little ashamed to fight against the emperor. However, in Fujian, if the newly planted seedlings, I really can't stand the destruction. This is our difficulty, and I have to let the central government know."

Yang Shiwei was overjoyed when he heard this, and clasped his fists and said, "Your Highness the King of Qin has this heart. How lucky is the people of Fujian Province? This matter should be done."

Zhao Debang also said: "This move by the king will benefit all the people, and it is a true and kind act."

Zheng Yumin, Chen Dujing and others did not speak out, but Lin Dooyao said: "The officials thought that the war report should be submitted first, observe Lee Kai-ming's next steps, report detailed information such as beheading numbers, and then talk about the failure of Jianzhou, and finally talk about the reduction of taxes. This is more safe."

This is a vague explanation of Xu Zi's comments now, but Lin Douyao's statement was quite tactful, so it did not make the officials and gentlemen present feel uncomfortable.

Even if someone poured cold water, everyone here was very excited.

Fujian Road is quite developed. If the taxes were not too heavy, local gentry and businessmen would make more profits and the quality of life of the people would greatly improve.

Some of the people here think about themselves or their families, while others do have the people in mind. After all, gentry is also human beings, and they may not be ill-hearted and have no kindness in their hearts.

A treacherous person with a virtuous heart.

Once the tax is reduced, everyone and the people from Fujian will benefit. Of course, the people here are deeply impressed by the Qin King Xu Zi, who advocated. The seat is full of joy and praise.

"How can the emperor decide against King Zhao?"

After waiting for the rest of the place to be quiet, Xu Xiashang also quietly asked about Xu Xiashang's decision on King Zhao.

Of course, Xu Xiashang could not pronounce the edict in public when he cut off the edict of King Zhao. This was to hit the face of the emperor and King Zhao, the father and son of the emperor, and the old prime minister should not do this.

"I will go to preach the imperial edict tomorrow morning." Xu Xiashang smiled bitterly on his face, shook his head, and said softly: "I will be demoted to Duke of Zhao, and the prince of Zhao and all the princes are all removed from office."

"It should be more than that, right?"

"Well, there is also the position of Fujian Road Grand Governor was removed from his post and moved to Jiangling to serve as deputy chief governor."

"Bad the overall situation of Fujian Road, escape first on the battlefield, causing a crushing defeat of 80,000 troops. One out of ten is not allowed. Just forget it just like this light and frivolous?"

After hearing Xu Zixian's words, Xu Xiashang felt slightly embarrassed.

According to the law, even an ordinary prince would at least be demoted to the common people, or to ban high walls. Even if he encounters a more harsh official or prime minister, he would commit suicide.

Because King Zhao's identity is too special, he is the birth father of the emperor and he will never be banned or given suicide. According to Han Zhong's intention, he might as well be demoted to a commoner first. When there is any happy event in the court, he can also use the excuse to be granted the Duke again and explain to the people of the world.

But the emperor insisted on refusing...

The emperor's insistence is considered a blunder of the law from the public, but a filial piety is not a loss in private. The Great Wei also governs the country with filial piety. Taizu's talent and strategy are great, and Confucianism is the foundation of governing the country. Since filial piety is governed, the emperor's abuse of the law is considered a reason for forcibly defending the self-consistent, so the two governments cannot insist on insisting that the son of man be severely punished his biological father. It is unreasonable in terms of filial piety and ethics.

The prince was demoted to Duke and the Grand Governor was demoted to Deputy Governor, which was considered a severe punishment in the eyes of the emperor and could be explained to the people of the world.

"This is not possible." Xu Zixian said to Xu Xiashang: "I have my own district for this matter."

Xu Xiashang was suddenly shocked and quickly looked at Xu Zixian.

Xu Zixian knew what the other party meant and shook his head and said, "I will not kill him at this time."

This is the bottom line, Xu Xiashang breathed a sigh of relief. As for what Xu Zi should do next, he will naturally let him go, and others don’t have to worry too much.

...

After half of the banquet, Xu Xia and Shang were too old to sit for a long time and said goodbye first. Then all the officials, gentry, and famous scholars all said goodbye one after another. Everyone was very respectful to Xu Zixian. Except for Xu Xia and Shang and Xu Zixian, who were barely equal, high-ranking officials such as Lin Douyao were already the rituals of Xu Zixian at this time.

Chen Dujing deliberately delayed and had not left for a long time. After the guests were almost gone, he signaled to Xu Zixian. The two of them found a quiet room to talk.

Chen Dujing asked, "Is it serious to say that Mingda said to eliminate levies and reduce taxes tonight?"

Xu Zixian said: "What do you think, Father-in-law?"

Chen Dujing did not express his opinion just now, but sighed and said, "The tax burden of this dynasty is far greater than that of the Han and Tang Dynasties."
Chapter completed!