I've waited for you for a thousand years, and I've lived this life just to meet you

Su Yu'er saw a noodle stall with the word "fresh" written on it. She said to Xiao Mohan, "Husband, shall we go there to eat?"

Xiao Mohan nodded, "Okay!"

The three of them came to the stall and sat down.

I saw a woman about thirty years old wiping the table neatly.

The proprietress saw the three handsome men and beautiful women coming and asked with a smile, "Sir, what would you like to eat?"

At this moment, Su Yu'er's stomach growled. "I want a bowl of seafood noodles. Husband, Mo Xuan, what are you two having?"

After Su Yuer asked Xiao Mohan and Xiao Moxuan about their tastes, she smiled and said, "Boss, let's do as they say. But I want seafood noodles."

The proprietress heard this and said, "Okay, please wait a moment." After that, she quickly got busy.

After a while, it was clear that the proprietress's cooking skills were indeed good. Looking at the steaming and fragrant noodles, Su Yuer smelled them and said in admiration: "It smells so good! It looks delicious." After that, she picked up her chopsticks and started eating.

At this time, Xiao Moxuan had already started eating without any hesitation.

Xiao Mohan picked up the chopsticks and took a bite. "It's really good."

Su Yuer said as she ate, "This tastes really special."

Xiao Mohan smiled and said, "Yes, it has local characteristics."

Xiao Mohan ate while looking at the surrounding environment. For him, enjoying the fireworks of the world is the most beautiful picture in the world. Everything is good when the country is peaceful and the people are safe.

Su Yuer was full, touched her stomach, and chatted with the boss lady. She smiled and said, "Boss lady, your noodle soup is really delicious and tasty."

The proprietress smiled and said, "Sir, if you like, I'll give you some more soup."

"Okay!"

The boss lady placed the noodle soup in front of Su Yuer. Su Yuer drank the noodle soup with a spoon without hesitation: "Boss lady, you should have made a good day."

The proprietress was stunned when she heard this, and then she laughed, with a hint of amusement in her laugh.

Then he said, "Sir, since you ask this, how should I answer? The world is peaceful now, which is much better than the chaotic times. Besides, there is no such thing as absolute good in this world."

Xiao Mohan was stunned when he heard this, and then asked, "Madam Boss, are you saying that there are unfair things even in a peaceful and prosperous world?"

The proprietress was stunned again when she heard this, and then continued, "Ordinary people don't have so many ideals in life. Being able to have enough food and clothing is good enough.

There were unfair things in that era.

Take us vendors for example, we all have to pay taxes. Fortunately, it is flexible, we pay when we have a stall, and we save taxes when we don't.

What about that kind of land? That's a different story. The taxes are paid per person, which is really unbearable.

Some families have little land and many people. Just imagine how much of a burden it is for ordinary people to pay taxes.

The common people have complaints, but they are just a few words. It's no big deal. Just endure it!"

Xiao Mohan took out a handkerchief, wiped his mouth and said, "The common people have complaints? What are they complaining about? Madam, please explain in detail."

"Sir, you misunderstood me. I'm just a woman, how could I understand the affairs of state?

These are the gossips my husband talks about at home every day. My husband is a scholar, and he failed the imperial examination twice.

Nowadays, I don’t need to take exams anymore. I can earn some money by writing letters and articles for others.”

As she was saying, "Madam, haven't you sold out yet?" Su Yu'er looked up and saw a man who looked like a scholar. He was wearing a moon-white robe. Although it was a little old, it was very clean. His hair was casually tied together with a wooden hairpin, and it was very neat.

"Not yet! The customer is still eating. Husband, why are you closing the stall so soon today?" The proprietress said to the man with a smile.

"I'm worried that Madam will be tired, so I'll close the stall early and come over to help her." After the man said this, he swiftly helped the proprietress wash the dishes.

Su Yu'er and Xiao Mohan looked at each other.

Su Yu'er asked softly: "Boss, this is your husband.

"Yes, this is my husband. He closed the stall early. Oh! It's always like this. He comes early to help me because he is afraid that I will be tired." The proprietress said happily.

Xiao Mohan stood up, clasped his fists and bowed to the man, then asked gently, "Sir, may I know your name? I just heard your wife talk about taxes and I'm very interested. It's an excellent suggestion for both the country and the family."

If it's convenient for you and your wife, we can find a restaurant to discuss it in detail."

The man looked at Xiao Mohan, who was wearing a black python robe. He was elegant and noble, and his every gesture showed the dignity unique to a superior.

Perhaps through this person, I might be able to realize my lifelong ambition.

The man bowed and said, "My name is Gongsun Ce. Sir, since you wish to know about the tax situation, I will tell you everything I know."

At this time, the female stall owner quickly finished cleaning up. For her husband to be able to jump into the dragon gate, it was worth it!

Gongsun Ce took them to the restaurant next door.

After entering the private room and sitting down, Xiao Moxuan and Su Yuer began to order food.

At this time, the servant had already brought the tea into the private room.

Xiao Mohan introduced himself in a gentle voice: "My name is Mohan, nice to meet Mr. Gongsun." He had a faint smile on his face, and his eyes revealed sincerity and kindness.

Gongsun Ce nodded slightly and responded politely: "You're welcome, Mr. Mo. I will tell you what you want to know truthfully." His tone was steady and gentle.

"I'd like to elaborate on what Mr. Gongsun said about taxes. The more detailed the information is about the benefits to the country and the people, the better." Xiao Mohan's expression was serious and focused. His eyes fell on Gongsun Ce, showing how much he valued this topic.

Gongsun Ce took a deep breath and began to explain, "For the common people, the greatest burden is taxes. Taxes are heavy, and the common people cannot afford them. How can they possibly have enough food and clothing?"

A family of several people relies on farming for their livelihood, and taxes are paid per person. Can this be called fair?

It’s not fair for a family of three to cultivate one and a half acres of land!

It's even more unfair for a family of eight to cultivate only 20 mu of land." His voice gradually became heavier, expressing his dissatisfaction with this unfair phenomenon.

Gongsun Ce took a breath and continued, "Yes! As long as there are people, there can be no fairness. The so-called fairness is just an ideal.

But we should try our best to pursue relative fairness so that more people can benefit.

The reform of the tax system requires comprehensive consideration of various factors, both to reduce the burden on the people and to ensure the stability of the country's fiscal revenue.

This is a complex and arduous task, but it is also a challenge we must face." His eyes were firm and persistent, as if he had seen hope for the future.

They had a great conversation and were tireless.

Xiao Mohan asked again, "Mr. Gongsun, reform is a great thing that benefits both the country and the people. The prerequisite is that it does not affect the unrest in the country, and everything should be based on the people!"

Su Yuer said seriously: "Husband, once the reform is implemented, it will affect the cakes in the hands of some people!"

Gongsun Ce said solemnly, "Mr. Mo, your wife is right. If the court wants to reform, it will inevitably affect the royal family, officials, and wealthy families. It all depends on the emperor's decision."

The country will not be in turmoil. Mr. Mo, the country is the people, and the people are the country."

Xiao Moxuan said seriously: "Mr. Gongsun is right, the common people are the foundation of the country!

Only when the people feel happy will they support the emperor and the court.

As for those parasites in the court, they should take this opportunity to recruit new people and replace the old with the new."

Xiao Mohan nodded in agreement: "That's right, reform requires the determination to make decisive decisions. We can't lose the big picture for the sake of small gains."

"If officials don't serve the people, they might as well go home and grow sweet potatoes!" Su Yuer said coldly.

Xiao Moxuan sneered, "Through the reforms, the emperor can also see those who are for the people and those who are for their own interests.

What the Jinsheng Dynasty needs is good officials who sacrifice their own families for the sake of the Jinsheng Dynasty!"

"Mr. Gongsun, the Spring Examination will be held soon. I hope to see your name in this examination." Su Yuer said invitingly.

After hearing what Su Yuer said, Gongsun Ce couldn't help but smile bitterly, shook his head and said: "I have failed twice in the imperial examination, how can I talk about going to Beijing to take the exam, how can I talk about meeting the emperor?" His words were full of helplessness and sadness.

Xiao Mohan frowned slightly and asked doubtfully, "Mr. Gongsun, what do you mean by this?"

Gongsun Ce said helplessly, "I am famous for the taxation chapter, and I failed the exam because of it. I'm afraid that the examiner will just give up the exam after seeing my name, Gongsun Ce."

Xiao Mohan frowned, pondered for a moment, and then said, "Mr. Gongsun, you can't give up." After that, he thought for a long time and said, "I will find a way to let you take the exam. Just answer the questions according to the standard test questions."

Gongsun Ce felt a glimmer of hope when he heard Xiao Mohan's promise, but he still asked with some doubt, "Master Xiao, do you really have a way for me to take the imperial examination?"

Xiao Mohan waved his hand, signaling him not to worry. "Don't worry, Mr. Gongsun, I have my own arrangements. But you must remember to stay calm in the exam room and perform at your true level."

Gongsun Ce's eyes were wet with excitement. He knew that this opportunity was hard-won. Without Xiao Mohan's help, he might never be able to realize his ambition.

Afterwards, he stood up, bowed deeply to Xiao Mohan, and said gratefully, "If I can really pass this exam, I will repay you with gratitude for your support."

Xiao Mohan quickly helped him up and said with a smile, "You don't have to be so polite, Mr. Gongsun. As long as you can do something practical for the people, it will be the greatest reward for me."

Gongsun Ce nodded firmly, determined not to let Xiao Mohan down.

Xiao Mohan believed that he had not misjudged the person. Mr. Gongsun was indeed a talented and ambitious person.