After my soul traveled to ancient times, I don't want to be cannon fodder

“This is made for people with mobility impairments.”

"If you can build a chariot, you should understand what I mean."

As Zhong Ning spoke, he drew a rough outline with a pen, and soon, a simplified version of the wheelchair appeared in front of everyone.

"As for the second one, it's a baby stroller. As the name suggests, it's for newborn babies."

"This stroller can't have big wheels, but needs to have at least four small wheels. The principle is similar, but it will probably have something like a long basket on top to hold the baby."

"Above the basket, there should be a hood that can be moved freely to provide shade."

Zhong Ning sketched out a rough outline of a baby stroller with just a few strokes. Liu San took the drawing, looked at it again and again, then nodded and said with a smile:

"As Your Highness said, no matter how things change, they still remain essentially the same. I already understand this. Don't worry, Your Highness. It will be ready in just a few days!"

Several craftsmen also rushed to pass it around to look at it, with expressions of understanding on their faces.

"I was also thinking that the Woodworking Bureau has many talented people. In addition to making things related to military equipment, they can also make some practical things that can be promoted in the market."

"When he makes the finished product and sells it on the market, the profit will bring in more income for the Woodworking Bureau, and everyone can get some extra bonuses!"

When Zhong Ning said this, everyone looked excited.

bonus?

Did Princess just mention the bonus?

They have been working in the Carpentry Bureau for many years, where have they ever seen any bonus?

Now that Her Royal Highness the Princess has arrived, they not only have canteen supplies, but also bonuses!

It seemed that there was finally hope for this day, and many people looked expectant.

"Of course, the maker himself will also receive additional rewards..." Zhong Ning said this, looking at this group of ragged, pale and skinny craftsmen, and couldn't help but shudder in his heart, and then continued:

"I know that you work very hard every day, so I plan to make some adjustments in this area."

"Including your working hours, rest time, leaving time, work progress, performance appraisal... all will have new standards."

"Also, I will report this to the Emperor and will establish a standard for grading craftsmen based on their professional and technical abilities, level of innovation, and contributions."

"Each level has different benefits... The benefits include reputation, salary, food, and other aspects..."

"The highest level is the national craftsman, followed by the master craftsman, the middle craftsman, and the beginner craftsman."

"National Craftsmen can enjoy the rank of Fifth Rank, and the imperial court will issue them a certificate of honor and a plaque, which will be passed down to future generations..."

"As for your salary, it will be paid according to the fifth-grade salary, plus a bonus based on your contribution. There will also be corresponding benefits during festivals..."

"Regarding food, I will order adjustments to the dining hall, creating two floors. The upper floor will be reserved for master craftsmen and above, while the lower floor will be reserved for mid-level craftsmen and below..."

"So, you must strive... to design more practical and effective weapons, and tools that benefit the nation and its people."

"The court will not let you down, and the country will not treat you unfairly..."

After Zhong Ning finished speaking, the whole audience fell silent!

Then a loud wail was heard.

Then, one after another, there were sobbing sounds.

A group of men knelt on the ground, lowered their heads, wiped their tears, and said incoherently how grateful they were to Her Royal Highness the Princess for her kindness.

Zhong Ning was also feeling a little heavy-hearted, so he quickly called out.

But this group of people just stayed on the ground and kept kowtowing in the direction of Zhong Ning.

Who can understand their feelings at this moment?

Everyone told them that they were craftsmen and lowly people.

In order to control them, the imperial court even set up a system of collective responsibility.

There are five people in a group, and they supervise each other.

Anyone who is not proactive will be punished.

Before the princess came, what they had was extremely little, not enough to have enough food and clothing.

There are many people who faint simply because of overwork.

There are also those who have inherited their father's skills but are unwilling to work in this field. Once discovered, they will be directly sentenced to heavy penalties and imprisoned.

This made them very worried, and they were like zombies every day, doing basic work numbly.

Innovation? What is that?

Just living is tiring enough, who would think about those things?

However, when Princess Zhaohua said these words, they suddenly felt honored to be treated as human beings.

Princess Zhaohua is the princess most valued by His Majesty. She is of noble status and they are not allowed to get close to her.

But now, a princess of a country stood in front of them, building a canteen for them, fighting for their interests, fighting for rest, fighting for bonuses...

From the moment she entered the door until now, she had never even looked at them as if they were slaves.

She just looked at them calmly with a smile in her eyes.

Even if he saw that they didn’t eat well in the cafeteria, he would taste it himself, make adjustments, get angry, and comfort them!

A group of people looked at Zhong Ning with red eyes. How could there be such a person in this world?

Isn't she a princess?

Shouldn't she be on top?

Why would a person of such a noble status see their hardships and grievances?

They don’t understand, but they are grateful!

Of course, Zhong Ning didn't know many of the details.

She was just standing from the perspective of a later-generation office worker, doing more for these craftsmen who contributed to the country.

Although she is unwilling to admit it, from ancient times to the present, those who exploit the people the most are always their own people!

This is the same nature as those private group companies in later generations.

Foreign-invested companies are most likely to comply with labor laws.

But domestic groups can squeeze people to death!

In this dynasty, there are no laws to protect the interests of ordinary workers, but it doesn’t matter. Nothing can be achieved overnight, so we have to make adjustments step by step!

Not long after, the imperial guards and the young eunuchs from the Vegetable Department came with a batch of fresh vegetables. The canteen started cooking again, and Zhong Ning left.

She needed to go into the palace to arrange some details. Naturally, she would be responsible for what she said. This time she went into the palace to make it clear to Emperor Yong.

After all, this is a court institution. Although she still has the title of regent, she can make adjustments whenever she wants.

......

In the Qinzheng Hall.

Emperor Yong sat at the top, reviewing memorials while listening to Zhong Ning's report. However, the topic had just begun for a while when Emperor Yong had to interrupt:

"You came to the palace specifically for this?"

Emperor Yong was a little puzzled. After all, she was a princess. Why did she like to stand up for those at the bottom of society all day long?

The previous Fangyuan incident was one thing, but now even the craftsmen are involved.

As an emperor, the concepts of scholars, farmers, merchants and artisans were deeply rooted in his bones. He was accustomed to being the only one in power and everyone in the world bowed to him.

Emperor Yong had long lost sight of the hardships of the lower-class people.

Zhong Ning had no choice but to change his statement:

"Father, the Spring Imperial Examination is held to recruit talents for the country and to govern the region. However, the talents of the craftsmen are not inferior to those of these scholars."