The White-Bone Demon of the Farm is as rich as a country

Seeing them like this, Ru Yue felt both amused and helpless. She had only talked about the role of economic development in the entire country when chatting with Chu Ning'an, which was not even the tip of the iceberg. She hoped that he would not be like the current scholars who were ambitious but incompetent, only pretending to be noble but not familiar with worldly affairs. Now, he made several people thirst for knowledge, which still made her feel ashamed.

She knew that ideas from a thousand years ago were incompatible with this era, and if they were forced into this era, it would only bring endless trouble and misunderstanding. Therefore, she decided to keep these advanced ideas hidden and not show them to others easily.

Especially when facing those who are unreasonable and stubborn, one must be more cautious to avoid being seen as an alien or causing unnecessary disputes. She just wants to make money quietly, live a comfortable life, and enjoy a peaceful and free time.

She chuckled and declined, "I'm just a country girl. How could I understand the principles of family and country? I was just chatting with Brother Chu about my current business."

Chu Ning'an came to his senses after hearing Ru Yue's words, and he felt secretly annoyed. He knew that he had indeed gotten carried away today. He had originally just wanted more people to know about Ru Yue's good qualities, but he hadn't expected that in the moment of impulse, he would reveal Ru Yue's secret.

He realized that rashly revealing Ruyue's affairs would inevitably lead to suspicions about her. For a woman, reputation was paramount. He couldn't help but regret his rash actions, fearing that they would cause Ruyue unnecessary trouble and distress.

Yet, despite this, he remained curious about the dream Ruyue had described. He knew she held many secrets, secrets that perhaps could not be shared with others. He realized that his understanding of Ruyue was far from complete, and he felt ashamed of his ignorance.

He decided to be more cautious in the future and not to disclose Ruyue's private information easily. At the same time, he would strive to understand Ruyue's inner world and respect her choices and decisions. He hoped to be a trustworthy friend, by her side, and face the challenges of the future together.

Thinking of this, Chu Ning'an gradually calmed down. He secretly warned himself that he must learn from this lesson and act more prudently in the future. He believed that as long as he sincerely understood and supported Ru Yue, their friendship would surely deepen.

They had all dealt with her to some degree or another, so they naturally knew how capable she was. A girl who was only thirteen or fourteen years old could not only independently support an entire family, but also send two people to school. This was something not everyone could do!

"Miss Ruyue, don't be so modest. We all know it's not easy for you to raise a family at such a young age. If you were truly so indifferent, how could you have achieved such success?" Master Cheng advised tirelessly. "We've all been taught from childhood that 'all things are inferior, only reading is superior.' We once thought it was the golden rule, but only those who manage a household know how valuable firewood and rice are. Lord Xu and I have been stationed in this county for years, and we're deeply overwhelmed!"

"That's true. In the early years, my family was quite well-off, and I never bowed down for a bowl of rice. I always thought that after ten years of hard study, I would pass the imperial examination. But after being sent out for many years, I realized how difficult it is to govern the people!" County Magistrate Xu's words of admiration made Ru Yue think of him more highly. He was not only an honest official, but also a good official who was willing to work for the welfare of the people under his rule.

She knew that it would be ungrateful to continue to refuse, so she gave them a shy smile and said, "You guys really think too highly of me. I can't really say anything profound, I'm just showing off my humble business insights."

Having decided to speak out, Ru Yue no longer hesitated or feigned reserve. She pondered quietly for a moment, then selected some principles widely understood and accepted by people in her past life, but not so shocking as to be unacceptable. She explained these principles to them in a gentle and kind manner, using words they could understand.

For a nation to achieve stability, its people must first live and work in peace and contentment. The simplest way to achieve this is to ensure they have enough food and clothing. If the people have adequate food and clothing, the national treasury will be enriched, leading to national prosperity. If this is achieved, the nation will have the strength and confidence to withstand external adversaries and natural disasters. If the people are not bullied by powerful enemies or disturbed by natural disasters, they will protect the nation and will consciously strive to strengthen and develop it. This is a chain reaction. If this can be achieved, what is there to worry about for the nation and its prosperity?

While the principle is easy to understand, the key lies in putting it into practice. Today, all nations prioritize agriculture over commerce. While this practice is not without merit, it often relies on the weather for food, making it difficult to achieve national prosperity. If commerce could be elevated to a certain level of importance, it would not only facilitate trade within a country but also facilitate the exchange of goods and materials between nations. This would not only enrich the national treasury and enrich the people, but also provide those who are idle with a job and a place to rest during their leisure time. Why not?

"The sages said, 'We want the elderly to have a place to live, the strong to find employment, the young to grow, and the widowed, the orphaned, the lonely, the disabled, and all to be provided for...' It's a good idea, but achieving all this requires not overflowing sympathy and slogans of goodwill, but real money. Ultimately, it's all about money. It's just that people are ashamed to talk about money these days, but who doesn't love and cherish money in secret? It's just that there's been no one in authority to tear off the veil." Ru Yue stood up and bowed slightly to the group. "Ru Yue is talking nonsense. I hope you won't laugh at me."

At this moment, time seemed to freeze, and a solemn atmosphere permeated the entire space. The figures stood still like statues, their expressions frozen into a deep painting. Their gazes met, yet each was lost in inner thought. It was as if in this silent moment, their thoughts traveled through time and space, returning to unforgettable moments in the past. Each one's eyes revealed an indescribable emotion, as if, at this moment, they were all bound tightly by an invisible force, unable to break free from the heavy silence.

"How do you think we can achieve what you said?" Magistrate Xu asked suspiciously, "What did you just say?" He stared at the man intently, as if trying to see beyond the surface to something deeper.

"Elevate the status of merchants, enhance the business atmosphere, and raise the value of business." These concise and clear words were like thunder, leaving the audience speechless with wide eyes and open mouths. They had never expected such a bold and forward-thinking perspective. These ideas completely overturned traditional concepts and perceptions, leaving everyone deeply contemplative.