I, Jiajing, successfully cultivated immortality

Chapter 352 Bad News and Good News

In the next period of time, Gao Gong, Zhang Juzheng and others rushed to the cabinet one after another. When they saw Yan Song's figure, they reacted like Xu Jie before, full of surprise.

After Yan Shifan also entered the cabinet, Yan Song coughed twice, drawing everyone's attention to himself, and then said slowly after looking around.

"I have two news here, one good news and one bad news, which one do you want to hear first?"

"Listen to the bad news first!"

Hearing this, Xu Jie couldn't help frowning, and immediately turned his gaze to Yan Song, saying in a deep voice.

Yan Song nodded, and after organizing the words in his mind, he spoke just now.

"Not long ago, under the guidance of Eunuch Lu, I went to the Hall of Mental Cultivation."

"What His Majesty means is that he wants to gradually implement the integration of officials and gentry, and this issue will be discussed at the next cabinet meeting."

As soon as Yan Song's words fell, Xu Jie seemed to have been frightened by something, his face turned pale, and he was speechless for a long time.

After a long time, Xu Jie came to his senses and asked Yan Song.

"Old Yan Ge, what do you mean by what you just said, the government and the gentry are integrated to pay for food!"

Yan Song had a panoramic view of the expression on Xu Jie's face, nodded, and repeated what he said just now.

"Well, that's right, His Majesty wants to promote the integration of government and gentry to pay food."

"And, this is a fact that cannot be changed!"

After Yan Song finished speaking, he immediately added another sentence.

After Gao Gong suppressed all the chaotic thoughts in his heart, he immediately spoke.

"Old Yan Ge, didn't you explain to His Majesty the possible consequences of this matter?"

Seeing this situation, Yan Song sighed helplessly and explained.

"Before this, I have persuaded His Majesty, but it didn't work. His Majesty will implement this policy no matter what, and his attitude is extremely firm, and no one can shake it!"

Xu Jie also showed embarrassment after listening to Yan Song's explanation. After thinking for a while, he gave his own thoughts.

"If this policy is to be implemented, the resistance encountered in the middle will be immeasurable!"

"Besides, even if we agree to this proposal and vigorously promote it, those gentry whose interests have been harmed will definitely try their best to obstruct the implementation of this policy."

"Moreover, officials who implement this policy will be despised by scholars all over the world, and will be permanently removed from the gentry."

When Xu Jie said this, he paused for a moment, then continued.

"Everyone, don't forget that we are also scholars."

Although Xu Jie didn't make it clear, the meaning behind the words was already obvious.

He, Xu Jie, does not support this policy, and he is not willing to risk offending scholars all over the world to promote it.

After Xu Jie, Gao Gong followed closely to express his attitude.

"I think it's too early to discuss this matter now, let's wait until the time is right, and then discuss it!"

After listening to Gao Gong's words, Yan Song withdrew his gaze from Gao Gong's body and said to himself.

"Just keep procrastinating like this, how long can you procrastinate, that day will come sooner or later."

Zhang Juzheng on the side was also lost in thought after listening to Xu Jie and Gao Gong's speeches respectively.

He can keenly perceive that if the policy proposed by His Majesty can be implemented smoothly, it will bring indescribable benefits to the entire Ming Dynasty.

Not to mention that the court's taxes are guaranteed, the burden on the common people will also be reduced a lot. Most importantly, the privilege of tax exemption for officials and landlords will be abolished!

And once their tax-free privilege is abolished, the people's dependence on these people will also be greatly reduced.

In order to maintain their current status, these officials and landlords can only be more attached to the emperor, thereby reducing the possibility of committing rebellion and violating the law, and the government orders issued by the court will also be smoother.

After trying to understand all this, Zhang Juzheng also fell into entanglement.

In any case, Zhang Juzheng was also born as a scholar, he also belonged to the class of gentry, and enjoyed the benefits and privileges brought to him by this class!

"Zhang Juzheng, do you really dare to insist on carrying out this policy at the expense of the world?"

"Or, are you ready to meet this monstrous wave?"

When Zhang Juzheng was fighting with heaven and earth, Gao Gong who was on the side seemed to see what was in his heart, patted him on the shoulder lightly, and comforted him.

"Don't be too entangled, just follow your inner wishes!"

Hearing this, Zhang Juzheng seemed to have a clear understanding in his heart, his face was full of gratitude, and he said in a deep voice.

"Thank you, Mr. Gao Ge, for clarifying the confusion!"

Yan Song saw that everyone discussed for a long time, but they did not reach an agreement, so he spoke helplessly.

"Forget it, let's leave it like this for the time being!"

"Everyone, go back and think about it carefully. How should we explain it to His Majesty then?"

Yan Song's voice fell, and when he was about to return to his position to deal with the corresponding memorial, Yan Shifan, who had been silent for a long time, stood up and asked Yan Song.

"Father, didn't you say that there is another piece of good news?"

Hearing this, all the people present turned their gazes to Yan Song in unison, waiting for his answer.

"Yes, I almost forgot about it!"

I saw Yan Song helped his forehead, a little self-blame appeared on his face, he paused, and then spoke.

"His Majesty said that every week the officials will have one day off for rest."

As soon as Yan Song's words fell, everyone's faces were full of eagerness, and they asked him.

"Old Yan Ge, is this news true?"

Hearing this, Yan Song nodded slightly, and said in a deep voice.

"This is what His Majesty told me personally!"

After being confirmed by Yan Song, everyone present couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

At this moment, there is only one thought in their hearts, and that is: "Your Majesty is wise!"

……

Zhejiang, Zhejiang Governor's Mansion.

At this moment, Hu Zongxian was sitting at the head, looking at Zheng Michang and He Maocai in amazement, he couldn't figure out what these two people wanted from him.

"Tell me, what do you two want to do with me?"

Hu Zongxian picked up the teacup on the side, took a sip, and asked.

Seeing this, Zheng Michang had a look of flattery on his face, and immediately greeted Hu Zongxian with his care.

"Your Excellency, you have worked hard these days!"

When Hu Zongxian heard this, he frowned, his face was full of impatience, and immediately ordered.

"Okay, just say what you have to say, don't go around in circles with me!"

Hearing this, after hesitating for a long time, Zheng Michang bit his lips and asked Hu Zongxian.

"My lord, haven't you been training those Japanese pirates who are willing to serve me, Ming?"

"Xiaguan also wants to share some affairs for you, so that you can devote more energy to it!"

As soon as Zheng Michang's words fell, He Maocai who was on the side followed closely.

"Yes, Governor, we also want to share some affairs for you."

Having said all this, Hu Zongxian couldn't tell that these two people had something in their minds.

Immediately, Hu Zongxian looked away and ordered.

"Forget it, since the two of you have such a heart, I am too embarrassed to reject you!"

"In this way, you will be temporarily responsible for logistics and other matters!"

Seeing that the matter was settled, Zheng Michang and He Maocai's faces were full of joy, and they immediately responded.

"Yes, Governor, we will definitely live up to your expectations!"

(End of this chapter)