Daming: After self-explosive time travel, Lao Zhu's mentality collapsed

A commoner also chimed in: "The irrigation canal in our village collapsed last year. We had to rely on the Li Mansion to send people to repair it. Otherwise, we would have lost water and harvest."

"That's right, the Li family has always been very kind to us people." Everyone responded: "Master Li treats us like family members, how could he do bad things?"

Chu Ze smiled slightly and said: "What you people said is reasonable. The Li Mansion has indeed done some good things. I, Chu Ze, also understand these situations. However, the fact that the housekeeper and servants of the Li Mansion participated in destroying the railway has been confirmed. At least the Li Mansion He must also be held responsible for his oversight.”

All the people looked at each other, not knowing how to answer the question.

At this time, Chu Ze took out the confession he had made when interrogating the servants of the Li family and read out on the spot the confession of the servants of the Li family for sabotaging the railway.

"...Yesterday, the steward of the Li family and I secretly went to the railway construction site and destroyed the railway tracks according to the instructions of Mr. Li..." the confession clearly stated.

"This..." The people bribed by the Li Mansion were shocked, with shock and disbelief written on their faces.

"How could this happen? Master Li personally ordered the destruction of the railway tracks?"

"Oh my god, we are still speaking for Li Mansion, aren't we becoming accomplices now?"

"Maybe the servant is framed by Mr. Li?" A commoner tried to explain.

"Facts speak louder than words. Li's servant personally admitted that he participated in the sabotage, which speaks volumes." Chu Ze said calmly.

"And the personal belongings of the Li family's servants that we seized at the construction site can further prove the connection between the Li family and this matter." Li Xing also interjected.

The people looked at each other, speechless for a while.

The Li family elders looked at everyone's reactions, and their faces became increasingly ugly. The people they bribed were completely convinced by Chu Ze.

"I would like to emphasize again that the fact that the senior management of the Li Mansion issued sabotage orders to the servants is clear and unmistakable." Chu Ze further explained: "Even if they deny it afterwards, they cannot escape the responsibility for improper employment and lax handling of affairs. My punishment is also for The people are responsible and it is definitely not a deliberate attack on the Li family."

Chu Ze's attitude was firm, and the people also agreed.

"Your Majesty is right, Li Mansion is indeed responsible for this matter."

"If it hadn't been for the prince's cleverness, we people would have suffered a big loss."

"Ah? We were actually speaking for the Li Mansion, how ignorant we are!" The people bribed by the Li Mansion also bowed their heads and admitted their mistakes: "Fortunately, the prince pointed out the problem in time, otherwise we would still be kept in the dark by the Li Mansion. Woolen cloth."

When the Li family members saw this situation, they secretly clenched their fists and their teeth were itching with hatred.

Chu Ze saw that the people had realized the seriousness of the problem, nodded with satisfaction, and then continued to chair the meeting to discuss other people's livelihood issues.

At the public opinion forum, an old farmer, Uncle Li, stood up and spoke passionately about the impact of railway construction on his homeland:

"Your Majesty, I am already seventy years old. This land was cultivated by my ancestors, and I have a very deep feeling for it. I heard that the new railway will pass through my house, and I am worried that it will affect my ancestral houses and fields."

Uncle Li paused and then said: "I am not opposed to the railway construction, I just hope that the interests of us affected farmers can be taken care of and we will not be left homeless."

After hearing this, the people present felt very sympathetic to Uncle Li's situation and started talking one after another.

"Uncle Li is right. Railway construction will indeed have an impact on us people."

“If the railway razed our old house, wouldn’t our whole family live on the streets?”

"Perhaps Your Highness can consider choosing another route and try to avoid residential areas." Chu Ze nodded slightly and said in a deep voice: "What the old man said is very true. The railway construction will indeed have a certain impact on you. This is beyond my expectation. In this case, I can immediately announce the establishment of a special temporary committee to deal with the impact of railway construction on the interests of the people."

"Before the committee is established, I can guarantee that no people's land will be forcibly expropriated. After the committee is established, the legitimate rights and interests of the affected people will be fully protected and fairness and justice will be achieved."

After hearing Chu Ze's promise, the people applauded one after another.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for caring about our people!"

"Your Majesty said it well, although the railway is important, it cannot sacrifice the interests of ordinary people."

Uncle Li also said excitedly: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your insight. On behalf of all the affected people, I would like to thank Your Majesty for your mercy! We finally have a master!"

Chu Ze nodded with satisfaction, thinking that he must fulfill his promise and effectively protect the interests of the people.

The successful holding of this public opinion symposium greatly enhanced Chu Ze's popularity among the people.

The people praised Chu Zegui as the prince, but he really cared about the suffering of the people.

Chu Ze also refined many people's livelihood policies after the meeting and prepared to gradually implement them to benefit the people.

"This meeting has been fruitful. I must turn the people's suggestions into actions." Chu Ze secretly made up his mind.

However, the Li Mansion failed to send people to create chaos at the meeting this time, but instead caused their reputation to suffer a further blow.

The common people saw the true face of Li Mansion more clearly and no longer believed their rhetoric.

After Mr. Li learned the result, he became furious and kicked over the chair next to him.

"Damn it! This time Chu Ze rebelled against the general's army again, and our Li Mansion's reputation was ruined!"

The elder of the Li family sighed, realizing that now that Chu Ze had people's support, it would be even more difficult to deal with him.

Master Li clenched his fists and said bitterly: "Chu Ze, just wait for me, I will never forgive you!"

Chu Ze urged the Li Mansion many times, and Li Yue, as the leader of the Li Mansion, finally gritted his teeth and agreed to pay the fine.

Although Li Yue agreed on the surface, his resentment towards Chu Ze deepened day by day.
At the same time, Chu Ze was checking the recent financial income and expenditure report in the yamen and found that there was a serious shortage of income and expenses in the account.

"This account looks pretty bad. If the fiscal revenue continues to make ends meet, many people's livelihood projects will not be carried out." Chu Ze frowned and fell into deep thought.

"Please forgive me, Your Majesty," Chu Ze's confidant Li Xing stepped forward and said, "At present, increasing taxes seems to be a more direct and effective way."

"You are right." Chu Ze nodded and said, "But an excessive tax burden will also make people complain. We must find a balance point."

After careful consideration, Chu Ze finally formulated a new policy and decided to impose heavier new taxes on luxury goods such as gold, silver, jewelry, silk and satin, etc.

"Everyone, I have decided to implement a new heavy tax policy on luxury goods. You must quickly draft a tax order and send messengers to spread it throughout the city." Chu Ze ordered.

"Yes! Follow the order and execute it immediately!" Li Xing and Zhao Si responded in unison. (End of chapter)