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"From the current situation of Tang Country, the military is the most important guarantee for ensuring national security and stability. Prioritizing the development of the military can effectively resist external aggression and threats.

Only by maintaining the national prestige and territorial integrity of Tang State and ensuring that Tang State is not invaded by foreign enemies can it last for generations and remain invincible.

Among the powers of various countries today, Tang State is relatively weak, and the powerful countries around it are trying to restrain it. However, this situation is like a dead leaf, which will break if it is squeezed.

When the time comes and many countries rise up and fight each other, won’t our Tang country be at the mercy of others?

Therefore, according to the students’ ideas, we must mobilize the whole country’s strength and improve the military to find a solution…”

Li Luo stood on the stage and spoke eloquently, presenting his ambitions to everyone frankly. The boy's sincerity was truly moving.

Seeing how eloquent he was, Princess Yongle had already leaned towards Qian Qiansui. She pulled Qian Qiansui's hand and said, "He's so eloquent, can Chu Xiaonan succeed?"

Qian Qiansui wasn't worried at all. She pursed her lips subtly, looked at the envoys opposite her and said, "No matter how good his words are, if he's on the wrong side from the start..."

Princess Yongle has been with the empress for many years, so she has a broad vision and can understand things at a glance.

In front of the envoys, they talked about their military strength. If it was true, it would be fine. But the Tang Kingdom had experienced the previous dynasty, Taizong and the previous emperor. What a mess it was. Which of the neighboring countries didn't know?

This is like a pauper who is ready to spend all his money and is struggling over whether to reinforce the wall at home or hire guards to protect his three thatched houses.

Ridiculous.

"Only by possessing a powerful army can we guarantee the interests of the aristocratic families and protect the supremacy of imperial power. Even the people of Tang Nation will feel fortunate to live in this country..."

The noble families on the surrounding platforms, as well as officials from the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War, listened to Li Luo's speech and nodded frequently.

However, some generals who had been guarding the border all year round, and some civil officials who believed in the saying "water can make a boat ride on it, but it can also capsize it" all showed expressions of disapproval.

An envoy under the Empress suddenly laughed and said, "I see that Tang Country isn't very friendly to us friendly nations! Could it be that they want to conquer our three major countries?"

The other envoys did not speak, but almost all of them had smiles on their faces. The unspoken words in their eyes made the Tang officials around them angry.

"It's just two kids discussing strategy on the court. Ambassador, don't read too much into it."

The empress refuted it casually, making it sound like the envoy was making a big deal out of nothing.

“There are many merchants traveling along the border. Without a strong military force, no matter how much money these merchants make, they will just be lambs to be slaughtered. Only when our military strength is improved will the people along the border benefit.

After all, only with military power can we have a say. When will it be our turn to express our opinions on those mineral deposits that have been controversial in Houtu Continent..."

The deans of the four major academies sat together. The dean of Qingyun Academy's eyes lit up and he exclaimed in admiration, "That's a good idea. The mineral deposits have been around for a long time. How many noble families have been holding their breath? How could these ordinary people know about these things?"

"After all, she's from an aristocratic family, so her perspectives and outlook are different. The girl across from me, obviously from a poor family, wouldn't understand all those twists and turns. It's normal for her to choose economics, after all, she wants money..."

The dean of Jiangsong Academy stroked his beard with disdain. Li Luo came from a distinguished family and had studied hard for many years. How could he lose to such a young girl?

After Li Luo had expressed his views perfectly, Chu Xiaonan took a big step forward.

"Did everyone hear that?"

Li Luo was the closest to it, and he felt as if his entire head was stuffed into the bell, and then someone outside used a battering ram to hit the bell hard. The huge sound was like a fist, rushing into his right temple and then rushing out from his left temple.

His mind was blank, and he was deaf and blind for at least a while.

Commonly known as, confused.

However, it was a shock to him, but for the ordinary people who could only be outside the martial arts field, it was the sound of nature. Before, Li Luo's voice was intermittent, and they could sometimes hear it and sometimes not.

They didn't quite understand the meaning of this in the first place, and then after hearing what Li Luo said, did he mean that the entire Tang Kingdom should go without food or drink to support the army?

Some people on the spot became anxious, fearing that the empress would think this was a good idea and agree to it directly.

However, now that the voice had come out, they all heard it. Although the girl hadn't said anything yet, they still understood that the two of them had different opinions.

Doesn't this mean that this girl is on the side of the common people? Then why hesitate? Just support her.

"I can hear you, girl!"

"Miss Chu, come on!"

"Hey! You have a loud voice, you're so unpopular."

At this time, no one cares whether the person speaking is a man or a woman. As long as you can shut the other person's mouth, you will win.

"Everyone, listen to me. If we prioritize military development from now on, it might boost our national prestige in the short term, but it will cost us a tremendous amount of resources. Who's going to pay for it? You? Or you?"

Chu Xiaonan pointed randomly at the group of pretentious scholars and high-ranking officials in the stands.

Li Luo had just come to his senses when he was stunned by such blunt words.

The surrounding area exploded. Of course, prioritizing military development is a good thing, but who will pay for it? Will these wealthy families pay? Will the interests of these wealthy people be shaken? No, in the end, the only ones who will suffer are us ordinary people.

Chu Xiaonan had never seen so many people showing kindness to her. She was nervous and wanted to recite what the academy gave her, but her lady wanted her to express her opinion before the competition.

No one can resist true feelings.

In this country that has been poor for so many years, the majority of the population is still ordinary people.

“I advocate giving priority to economic development. When trade flourishes, the national treasury prospers, and the people are prosperous and have no worries about food and clothing, so they can concentrate on their work.

Our Tang Kingdom has the largest population among the four major countries. Our people are hardworking, loyal to the emperor and patriotic.

We should work hard to develop the economy and realize it with our own hands, such as farming, weaving, doing business, etc. As long as we give people opportunities, we can create wealth.

If the economy is good, the government can provide medical treatment for the sick, education for the children, and all our wishes of owning houses and land can be realized.

As long as there is money, craftsmen can make more and better things. The products of Conscience Paper are so good that eventually everyone can use them.”

Chu Xiaonan didn't think twice and quietly posted a wave of advertisements.

"As long as we have money, many people will be willing to create good things like this, and we can get more good and cheap things.

Developing the economy and bringing in goods from all directions will ensure a steady flow of tax revenue, filling the treasury. When the people are free from hunger and their minds are at peace, developing trade with friendly nations will inevitably lead to building friendly ties, and then developing the military is the best strategy."

The speech was rapid, but every word was clearly heard over the heads of Li Luo, the noble families around him, and the court officials. It was all in vernacular, without any skill. But look outside, everyone passing by wanted to get in.

They understood where this girl's point was.

Where there is oppression there will be resistance. Qian Qiansui only truly realized this at this moment. It was not that these people were willing to be numb, but that their mouths were covered.

Once this mouth can speak, the effect will definitely not be inferior to any other contestant, because this is not only Chu Xiaonan's mouth, but also the mouth of every citizen present.