Ying Zheng came out of the county magistrate's mansion, his steps were heavy, his face so gloomy that it seemed as if water could drip out. He got onto the carriage, and the light in the carriage was dim, and only a few rays of light sprinkled in through the gaps in the curtains, reflecting on his frown brow. This trip to the county magistrate's palace allowed him to see many unprecedented things, and his heart was ups and downs. How long has Zhao Ling controlled the court for a long time? So many various political orders have been issued, which is completely contrary to Ying Zheng's former governing philosophy. Ying Zheng recalled that every order he issued back then, he needed to discuss it repeatedly with the ministers, and even to go against the public, so that he could implement it with difficulty. Those laws were formed by him and Wang Wan, Li Si and others for countless efforts, and the implementation process was even more difficult. But now, Zhao Ling has made drastic moves and changes it at will, as if the former government orders and laws were just a joke. Ying Zheng's fists were clenched in his sleeves, and his knuckles turned slightly white due to the force. Zhao Ling! What exactly do you want to do? His heart was filled with anger, but it was mixed with a touch of indescribable complex emotions.
Is this whimsical approach of using merchants, selling land to them, and allowing them to make money from the people? Is this whimsical approach right or wrong? Ying Zheng sat in the carriage, his eyes were deep, and his mind was frantically deducing the possible consequences of Zhao Ling's decrees. People are hired by merchants to make things, so where can they still have time to farm? The national finance of the Qin Dynasty mainly relies on agricultural taxes, corvee labor and tuition, which are the pillars of fiscal revenue. Commercial taxes, mountain and lake benefits, spoils and tribute taxes are important sources of supplement. Zhao Ling's emphasis on merchants is bound to impact agriculture and shake the foundation of the country. After pondering for a long time, Ying Zheng's brows stretched slightly again, and he vaguely felt in his heart that Zhao Ling's approach seemed not entirely wrong. The noble businessmen were rich, and Zhao Ling might want to use their money and food to the people to improve their livelihood. Ying Zheng's thoughts gradually calmed down and began to seriously deduce the possible positive impact of Zhao Ling's government orders. He recalled his previous impression of Zhao Ling, and gradually recognized his talent in his heart, no longer arbitrarily thinking that Zhao Ling was doing it. There may be a deeper intention behind Zhao Ling's reform. Ying Zheng took a deep breath and decided to temporarily put down his doubts. Let’s go to Sanchuan County first and then make a judgment! His emotions in recent days have been crazily ripped by Zhao Ling's reform, and his heart is full of contradictions and uneasiness. Seeing that it was true, he decided to go to Sanchuan County in person to see with his own eyes what changes Zhao Ling's decree brought about. Wang Li and Liu Changqing were worried that Ying Zheng would be intercepted by the county magistrate of Henan County, so Liu Changqing simply asked his son Liu Xiu to lead the way for Ying Zheng and introduced him to the situation in Sanchuan County. Liu Xiu was over 20 years old. When he heard that he could return to Sanchuan County, he showed joy on his face. He quickly packed his luggage and set off with Ying Zheng and his group. Along the way, Ying Zheng allowed Liu Xiu to ride a carriage with him. Liu Xiu sat opposite Ying Zheng, with a respectful look on his face, but an excited light flashed in his eyes.
He talked endlessly along the way, telling Ying Zheng about the latest news in Sanchuan County. In addition to the wider matters such as the prosperity of the people mentioned before, Liu Ji's narration is more detailed. He mentioned that the people of Sanchuan County have already eaten three meals a day and lived in cement houses. The streets are flat and clean, and their lives are rich. The food in Yihongyuan is delicious, the girls dance beautifully, the figure is graceful, and the wine is so fragrant and strong. Speaking of this, there was a light flashing in Liu Xiu's eyes, as if the food and wine were right in front of him. He also mentioned that the streets of Sanchuan County were very lively, and there were countless foods, including candied haws, stinky tofu, and juicy seafood, which made his saliva almost flow out. Ying Zheng listened quietly, not having too many expressions on his face, but he became interested in Liu Xiu's description in his heart. From Liu Xiu's mouth, he roughly understood what the so-called "breastern house" was. Isn’t that the Nu Lu? Ying Zheng sneered in his heart. The second son of the Qin Dynasty actually opened a girl's house with a merchant in Sanchuan County, and was still promoting it in Daqin? Is this what the emperor should do? A hint of displeasure flashed in Ying Zheng's eyes, but he soon returned to peace. On the third day, they arrived in Henan County. Liu Xiu took out the talisman that had been prepared long ago, and after entering the city, he quickly found a place for Ying Zheng and his group to live. He stood at the door of the house, with a respectful look on his face and said to Ying Zheng, "Sir, if there are people from Henan County magistrates who come to find you, what if Liu Xiu stops them? Don't disturb Mr. Qingqing." Liu Xiu's tone was filled with a hint of temptation, and his eyes were shining with a shrewd look. What a person Ying Zheng, he immediately understood Liu Xiu's intention. He had already been holding it in the carriageZi's fire, when he heard Liu Xiu's words, he even sneered in his heart. It’s a joke that the county magistrates and the Ministry of Commerce are competing for wealthy businessmen! He could have imagined that wealthy businessmen and officials must have lived a good life in Sanchuan County, but what about ordinary people? Ying Zheng got off the carriage, his face was gloomy, he ignored Liu Xiu, and walked straight into the courtyard. Seeing that Ying Zheng’s face was not good, Zhang Han felt a little worried, so he said to Liu Xiu, “Then you can stay at the door and go to Sanchuan County after a day or two.” Liu Xiu let out a long sigh, and a hint of relaxation appeared on his face. He was originally the son of a businessman. If Zhao Ling had not ascended the throne and promoted his status as a businessman, he would still be a low-key person now. He stood at the door of the house, like a door god, and his eyes were vigilantly scanning the surroundings. As long as he stands here, no one will be allowed to enter the house. Ying Zheng entered the house, and his mind was still running wildly. According to his deduction, the people of Sanchuan County must have lived a miserable life.
Really good life is nothing more than those wealthy businessmen’s families. Liu Xiu respected Zhao Ling very much during the past three days of words because he was a vested interest. Ying Zheng even began to doubt that Liu Ji said before was lying to him. What people are rich, but only those profiteers and officials are rich! Ying Zheng sat in the hall with deep eyes and suddenly asked, "Zhang Han, do you think the people of Sanchuan County are really rich? Or are the only rich merchants and officials?" His tone was calm, but his eyes were filled with complex light. Zhang Han lowered his head slightly and replied respectfully: "I think your Majesty should believe in the second son." Along the way, Zhang Han was not blind either. Although he did not understand some of Zhao Ling's decrees very much, the Qin Dynasty seemed to be developing in a good direction. Ying Zheng curled his lips, and his eyes were filled with a hint of playfulness: "If I had asked you such a question before, you should say 'I don't know' to shirk it. Today I just talk to Zhao Ling." There was a hint of teasing in his tone, but more thoughtful. Zhang Han's head was buried a little lowered again, and his tone was respectful: "I dare not speak nonsense, but the talent of the second prince must be determined in your heart. If your Majesty has doubts, Sanchuan County will only be two days away. Your Majesty will see it with his own eyes and Know the truth or the false.” Ying Zheng looked at Zhang Han, and the smile on his face became deeper: "Your answer today makes me very happy." Zhang Han flattered quietly, "Your Majesty is wise!" Ying Zheng nodded, with a trace of determination in his eyes: "Let's go to Sanchuan County tomorrow, I want to see how rich Sanchuan County is!" After he finished speaking, he stopped thinking about it and got up and went back to his room to rest. He had to get up early to review the memorials and did not have to think about trouble. Ying Zheng lay on the bed, closed his eyes, but Zhao Ling's various reforms were still echoing in his mind. Xia Wuqi has returned to Xianyang to ask Zhao Ling how to treat erysipelas. Calculate the time, and you should meet in Sanchuan County in a few days. Ying Zheng now just wants to live a few more years, and this year he will take a good look at what Zhao Ling can manage the Qin Dynasty. If he really can't do it, then go back and teach it carefully, and Daqin can really hand it over to him. Thinking of this, Ying Zheng's brows relaxed slightly, and he felt a little more anticipated.