First Minister of Ming Dynasty

Believe it or not, as long as any group of people is left out above the average land, then the fate of this group of people will be extremely miserable... Either they will sweat and bleed in the factory, or they will be sent to brothels, or they will be sold as slaves...

"Since you have thought about this clearly, you will take the lead and write a memorial to the King of Wu, explaining the case in detail, and you will also come forward to deal with thousands of people outside the county government. Are you sure?"

Han Xiuniang was startled, and hurriedly nodded vigorously. Although she was nervous, she gained confidence... Yes, there are too many things. As long as you grasp the main contradiction, you can straighten it out immediately.

So there will be the issue of martyrdom, which has little to do with men and women. It is a matter of property rights. Believe it or not, if you reverse the regulations, it is guaranteed that there will be martyrdom.

As for those ordinary villagers, they are just coerced into making troubles... Just tell them clearly that the land will be equalized immediately, if you also think that wives should die for their husbands, then you will lose a piece of land, are you willing?

In fact, after hearing the news, many fathers were horrified. It turned out that their daughters, like their sons, could also get a piece of land.

What else can I say, whoever doesn't treat her daughter as an adult is not only insane, but also a fool covered in lard!

1000 people, in an instant, [-]% less.

There are only [-]% left, and more than half are at a loss.

In the final analysis, they are all following the bullshit!

As long as the old gentry of the clan hold the patriarchal rules, the imperial court does not allow martyrdom, which is breaking the local rules and infringing on their territory.

That's why they came here to make trouble. For them, it doesn't matter who is the king, but the violation of their power is important.

It's a pity that there are not many people left around them, only a few dry old men, like clowns, standing at the gate of the yamen, a little bit funny and embarrassing...

Han Xiuniang was very excited. She wrote the case overnight and made a summary, then sent it to Jinling and handed it over to Zhu Yuanzhang.

"This case is well resolved! It is also clearly resolved! An order has been sent to the Ministry of Criminal Justice to compile it into a grand edict and issue it to all states and counties as soon as possible!" Lao Zhu excitedly said.

Chapter 393 Labor Is Priceless

"Guo Ying, how is Mr. Zhang's recovery?"

Guo Ying immediately said: "Sir, it is said that he is already very good, fishing and boxing every day, he is very carefree."

Lao Zhu nodded, "It's only natural for him to take a break after working hard for these years. But since he's almost recovered, I'll write a letter to Zhu Ying and ask him. If he's almost done, let Mr. Zhang respond You should inquire first, and we will write a letter later to ask Mr.

Guo Ying only nodded, but he had mixed feelings in his heart. As the head of the guard department, he sleeps with one eye open, isn't he more troublesome than Zhang Xiang?

When did you Zhu Yuanzhang think it was time for me to rest?

Also, if you want Prime Minister Zhang to come back, just make an order. Why did you ask me to ask, and you still have to write a letter yourself, why are you making it so troublesome?

Sure enough, people are dead compared to others, and goods are thrown away when compared with goods.

Say nothing, find a place to cry.

Before crying, Guo Ying still sent the letter, but Zhang Ximeng didn't plan to go back now, because he felt that there was still something to be done.

"Brother, this case has been handled very satisfactorily, and all aspects have been taken into consideration. I think you should hurry up and respond to God." Zhu Ying said aggrievedly: "This place has beautiful mountains and clear waters, which is not bad. But I will arrest you if I stay for a long time." It's heartbreaking, but it's still lively."

Zhang Ximeng chuckled, it was long past the time for him to join in the fun.

If there is a day to retire and become an official, he is really willing to live and teach here, happy to be at ease.

"You said that this case has been dealt with successfully, how is it handled, I will listen carefully."

Zhu Ying immediately cheered up, "Let's talk about the Ni family first. For money, they agreed to let their daughter die for their husbands. Although no one was killed, their parents were unkind, and they were parents. They were punished for five years of hard labor and ordered to repent. Deprive them of allotment qualifications, they love money, so let them have nothing."

Zhang Ximeng paused, and just asked, "Where are the others?"

"The Qin family, the crime of their family is serious, mainly for murdering their daughter-in-law. Besides, they also have a concubine. They bought that concubine. They planned to be buried together this time. This is two lives and harmful to others. The heart of the people, and the deeds that harm others... Deprive all their property and track down all their evil deeds in the countryside. If it is as expected, Mr. Qin is going to lose his head. Just don't let his daughter-in-law be buried, he will go to the underground to see Son!"

"Then there are those villagers who disturbed the government office. Among them, the coerced people were criticized and educated, and they were punished for an extra month of hard labor. As for the leaders, they were accused of instigating people and attacking the government office. It is publicized in the yamen. And it is also publicly announced, thoroughly investigated to see what evil deeds have been committed in the past, and must be investigated to the end, I think they will lose at least a layer of skin."

"En!" Zhang Ximeng nodded, "Is there any more?"

"Also... by the way, it's Mrs. Ni. She's recovered now, but she's heartbroken and tried to throw herself into a well. However, Han Xiuniang went to talk to her several times and encouraged her to get through this. Right now She picked up the book and said that she wanted to learn how to read and read, to understand the laws and regulations, and to stand up for the unfortunate people who suffered the same in the future."

Zhang Ximeng smiled, "That's not bad...is there anything else?"

"Others? That's the folks in Xingzi County. The preacher has already gone down. He mainly explains the matter of dividing the land, telling the big guys about the equalization of land between men and women, and the intentions of the court. The situation is not bad. In fact, I found that the people at the bottom are the most If you are reasonable, as long as you explain it clearly, you can sincerely support it." Zhu Ying was very emotional.

Zhang Ximeng pondered for a moment, then raised his head and asked, "What about the rest? Is there anything else to explain?"

"Anything else? Nope!" Zhu Ying shook her head and said, "Brother, there really isn't any more. What's more, my godfather is looking forward to your quick response!"

Zhang Ximeng smiled and shook his head, sighing slightly, "You think you have covered everything, but I think there are still more than half of the things that have not been done. With this result, I can't explain it to the master!"

Zhu Ying is stupid, can't explain this?

Brother, what result do you want?

Of course Zhu Ying didn't have this awareness, and she didn't know what Zhang Ximeng was thinking... Unexpectedly, at this time, someone came to visit Zhang Ximeng.

This person was wearing a bamboo hat and straw sandals. He was tanned, with a smile on his face and a pair of bright eyes.

Zhu Ying and him looked at each other for a long time, and cried out in surprise.

"Mr. Berwin! Why are you?"

The visitor laughed loudly, "My lord, I heard that you won the battle at Fuliang, it really is a strong general who has no weak soldiers!"

Zhu Ying smiled happily, "It's mainly because I'm super talented, and my elder brother doesn't have much credit for it."

Liu Ji was stunned, and then laughed, "I want to meet Zhang Xiang, is it convenient?"

"Convenient! Very convenient!"

Zhu Yingxin said that I can't figure out something, maybe Lao Liu has a way!

He led Liu Ji to see Zhang Ximeng.

After the two sides met, there were more words.

At the beginning, Liu Ji followed Tang He and many Miao soldiers, returned to his hometown, pulled up a team, and held Tianwan in the back. This time was not short.

Liu Ji has simply changed into a different person, becoming more talkative, and he can hardly conceal his edge.

However, compared to Liu Ji's progress, Zhang Ximeng's insights on many things in the past few years have far exceeded Liu Ji's expectations.

"Zhang Xiang, to tell you the truth, General Tang and I can survive until today, and continue to grow and develop, thanks to Zhang Xiang's ideas and propositions. We won the support of the people of the Miao tribe, resolved the conflict with the Han people, and the two sides were twisted together. The more you fight, the stronger you become... Zhang Xiang, you have really helped us a lot."

Looking at Liu Ji's state, Zhang Ximeng suddenly smiled, "Mr. Bowen, can you take off your shoes?"

"Take off your shoes?"

Liu Ji was startled, but did as he did.

But he was wearing a pair of rotten straw sandals, so it couldn't be seen.

Zhang Ximeng only took one look, then smiled and said, "From satin official boots to straw sandals. Mr. Bowen, your achievements are made by yourself, and have nothing to do with me."

Liu Bowen was stunned, and vaguely remembered what Zhang Ximeng said back then, to restore the homeland of China, to travel all over the mountains and rivers, to understand the people's conditions in various places, to be honest, to bring back everything lost!

Now they are on this road!

"In the final analysis, we are still walkers. If there is no guidance from Zhang Xiang, how would we know where to go!" Liu Bowen sighed: "I came back this time to report on my work, one is to congratulate the superior, and the other is to ask for advice. To attack and destroy Chen Youliang's power?"

Zhang Ximeng was overjoyed and quickly asked, "Mr. Bowen, how many people do you have? How are your preparations going?"

"Very good!" Liu Bowen said bluntly: "We can mobilize 20 to [-] soldiers and horses, and there are tens of thousands of militiamen. Come out, go straight to the Dongting Lake area, and kick Chen Youliang's ass hard!"

After listening to Liu Bowen's description, Zhang Ximeng unfolded the map and compared them one by one. He was overjoyed that his original strategic intention had been fully realized.

Tang He and Liu Bowen built up a huge force in the area where the Miao tribe was distributed. Not only could they attack Chen Youliang, they would even march into Yunnan in the future to recover this precious land that had been lost since the Tang Dynasty.

From going to Yunnan, riding an elephant, and eating mushrooms, it is a big step forward.

Zhang Ximeng was in a good mood and decided to entertain Liu Bowen himself. He asked Zhu Ying to get a big fish weighing more than ten catties and put it in the biggest pot to braise.

Steaming hot and full of flavour.

In the old days, Liu Bowen definitely didn't like this kind of rough way. He likes puffer fish and sea bass, and they must be steamed. They are light and sweet, and that's how the upper class eat them.

He also likes crabs, a pot of warm rice wine, a crab weighing more than half a catty, take it easy, eat a tael of meat and yellow, throw away four taels of shells, and put them together later, what he wants is this elegance!

When a classy person eats chicken, he only takes a small piece of chicken skin. The plate must be large and the dishes must be few.

But it's a pity that today's Liu Bowen has long lost that elegance. He likes braised with heavy oil and salt, fat fish with few spines, and big fat pigs with three fingers. More important than elegance is survival!

"Zhang Xiang, I have read the sacrificial oration of the superior in Yashan, and I am greatly inspired, and my whole body is full of energy. Zhang Xiang's pen is far better than a million heroes!"

Zhang Ximeng put down his chopsticks, and said with a smile, "Mr. Bowen, it's a good thing you're here. I have one more important thing to say... I've put forward a series of propositions based on the principles of the people, including equal land and equal treatment of men and women. Guangxing enlightenment, eradicating tyrants, equalizing taxes, etc... But, my set of things is still missing half, can you help me make up for it?"

Liu Bowen pondered for a while, and he also put down his chopsticks, and then fell into deep thought. After a long time, he said: "Mr. Zhang, do you want to say that these are all about how to treat the people, and what the people should do, but there is no conclusion."

Zhang Ximeng laughed loudly, and even winked at Zhu Ying who was sitting next to him, "How is it? You are far behind, are you convinced now?"

Zhu Ying was stunned. What he couldn't figure out even though he was thinking about it, was actually explained by Liu Bowen. This person really has something, and there is unavoidable respect in his eyes.

Liu Bowen chuckled, "It's nothing. In fact, if you read Confucius and Mencius thoroughly, you can understand this matter...Confucius talked about benevolent government, the way of kingship, and the king's love for the people...but when it comes to Mencius, he said that the people are the most important thing, and the community is second. , The king is light. It is said that the king regards the ministers as worthless, and the ministers regard the emperor as a bandit. It is the induction between heaven and man overthrown by Zhang Xiang. In fact, it is also from the bottom up. How we treat the people, how the people treat us, always Can't be unrequited love?"

Liu Bowen's few words were humorous and clarified the core point, which shows that he has communicated a lot with the people in the past few years, and he has learned to use the simplest words to persuade everyone.

The speed of progress is indeed amazing.

Liu Bowen paused for a moment, and then said: "Mr. Zhang, actually, I thought that putting the people first, loving the people and cherishing the people is already a matter of course. It seems that there is no need to worry about it, right?"

Zhang Ximeng smiled, "The more it is just and right, the more we have to ask the truth! Is it so just and right! Take this case that happened today, forcing the wife to die for her husband. It doesn't make sense. But there are still some people who think that this is the act of a chaste and martyr, that they should not interfere with the family law, and that parents should have the right to control when they give birth to a child.

Zhang Ximeng said with a smile: "Mr. Bowen, what I'm thinking about now is how to make people understand that a person can stand on his own feet! Why can't he kill people! In terms of law, it's okay to kill people for life, but in principle, it's not a problem." It doesn't make much sense."

Almost mean, where is the difference?

Liu Bowen pondered for a long time, and smiled helplessly, "Zhang Xiang, you are embarrassing me, please ask Zhang Xiang for advice!"

Zhang Ximeng paused, "Mr. Bowen, I think it depends on one's contribution to the world."

"Zhang Xiang means to accept Fu to serve in the army?"

Zhang Ximeng smiled, "That's for the court. I think a person's contribution to the world lies in his labor!"

"labor?"

"Yes, including farming, weaving, and all kinds of industries. Everyone, regardless of gender, works hard to make life rich and colorful. Why can't you die for your husband and deprive a woman of her life? Because she is a laborer, Her life does not only belong to her husband's family, nor does it belong to her parents. When she dies, the wealth of the world will be reduced, and it will be the loss of everyone. Also, why do we advocate eradicating the powerful, because they don't do production, don't work, Don’t work, sit back and enjoy the benefits, rely on the land rent, and squeeze the peasants, this is the reason why they must be eliminated!”

Chapter 394 Country Title

Zhang Ximeng is in a very good mood, an old friend who has returned from cultivation after tempering himself.By Zhang Ximeng's side, there is a close friend who can easily exchange ideas.

Moreover, the probability of this person's writing is still higher than Zhang Ximeng's. Finally, he doesn't have to search for chapters and excerpts, immerse himself in the pile of old papers, and find evidence for his own claims. The whole person is much more relaxed.

Furthermore, Zhang Ximeng finally completed his own theoretical construction.

Any theory should be two-way, not just preaching. Most of what Zhang Ximeng said in the past was teaching an emperor how to govern the world. It is no different from what Confucius did.

But with the introduction of the word labor, Zhang Ximeng finally found another set of logic from the bottom up.

The root of human beings lies in labor, and it is labor that creates the world. Therefore, every laborer should be treated fairly.

As the most important means of production, land should be reasonably distributed to every laborer.

Both men and women need to work and should also own a piece of land.

Every life is enriching the world, so every life is priceless and cannot be taken away at will, and must be strictly followed by laws and regulations.

At the same time, various laws and regulations were formulated, and the purpose became to create an environment suitable for the survival of laborers.

As for starting a school, it is also to better train future workers so that they can exert greater value...

It made sense again.

It makes sense from the top down, and it makes sense from the bottom up.

Even hundreds of years later, with this set of tools, many theories can be generated, which can inspire enough inspiration for future generations.

Being able to achieve this step seems to have been successful, at least a temporary success.

Enough to establish the Ming Dynasty.

"Mr. Bowen, this time I can finally answer the sky, but let's not take the boat and go by land. I also want to go to Fuliang Prefecture to see the porcelain kilns over there."

Liu Bowen had nothing to say, "Zhang Xiang, Bowen has been studying hard for decades, and now it seems that it is a waste of time and has not really touched the foundation of learning. Now I can't wait to follow Zhang Xiang and listen to the lesson sooner or later!"

Zhang Ximeng couldn't help laughing, "Mr. Bowen, if you think this way, you're going against the foundation of my proposition. In the end, learning is something that comes out, and you have to put it into practice... In your case You should be able to see how alert you are, what am I going to do next?"

Liu Bowen paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "Master Zhang probably wants to have a better understanding of all kinds of industries. Since it is labor, it is not just farming, but weaving and firing porcelain are all in it."

Zhang Ximeng laughed heartily, chatting with smart people was just happy, unlike Zhu Ying, who was nothing but angry.

Before leaving Bailudong Academy, Zhang Ximeng went to the village to have a look.

The Qin family's ancestral hall is still there. It is a very spacious and tall building. In this small village, it is extraordinarily grand.This ancestral hall also represented the majesty of the Qin family.