Daming: I, Yang Xian, really govern Yang!

Chapter 134
Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes were as clear as day as to which guys were doing the tricks secretly.

It's just that the time has not come yet. When the time comes, these guys will know that Lao Zhu's sword is not good enough.

In order to further promote the tax reform and clear the land, Zhu Yuanzhang finally took action.

Since Zhu Yuanzhang could not fully trust officials from various places, he directly sent 36 Jinshi who were listed on Enke's list to participate in this operation. These people had all been reviewed by the court and had clean financial status.

And it has not been muddied by the waters of officialdom.

Zhu Yuanzhang is taking advantage of this point now.

Outside the gate of the capital city.

36 new scholars lined up, waiting for Lao Zhu to review.

"Today, you are leaving the capital." Zhu Yuanzhang looked at the 36 newly promoted Enke Jinshi and said. "We rushed early specially to see you off."

"When the emperor got the news that you were leaving today, he didn't even bother to eat. He put down his bowl and came right away." Hu Weiyong said flatteringly.

For such a big event, the Zhongshu Ministry of Education was naturally involved, and many scheduling links during the process were inseparable from it.

"According to the rules, if you won the Jinshi, you should have entered the Hanlin Academy." Zhu Yuanzhang looked at everyone, paused and then said. "But we, no. We are going to drive you into the remote countryside. How about it? Do you feel aggrieved in your heart?"

"Your Majesty, I am willing." All the Jinshi bowed and saluted, expressing their willingness.

Seeing everyone's energetic appearance, Zhu Yuanzhang was very happy and said: "Okay, we will still be here a year later to welcome you back."

What an honor it is to be welcomed by the Emperor.

These scholars had never seen such a battle before. They knelt down in excitement and kowtowed loudly: "I thank God for his kindness."

Zhu Yuanzhang signaled that everyone should refrain from courtesy, then looked at the scholars and said, "Do you all know where the foundation of our Ming Dynasty lies?"

Don't wait for everyone to answer.

Zhu Yuanzhang thought to himself and said: "It is in this vast land. The so-called capital, the imperial court, and the Hanlin Academy, to put it bluntly, they all grew out of this land."

"Without this land, there would be nothing, and there would be no emperor. Even if there were, we would have to starve to death."

Zhu Yuanzhang rarely told a joke. He originally wanted to lighten the atmosphere a little, but he didn't know that the atmosphere became more serious.

Just like a butcher who tells a joke to a baby will only make the baby cry.

He could only continue to say: "The imperial court sent you to investigate the population, taxes, land, and measure the official and private land in each province. This matter is very important!"

"If the number of acres of land is inaccurate, the country cannot pay taxes reasonably. If it collects too much, it will arouse public resentment. If it collects too little, it will evade taxes and grain. Therefore, whether the number of acres of land is accurate or not is related to the stability of the country and the peace of the people. Our Ming Dynasty’s great cause will last forever.”

As Zhu Yuanzhang spoke, he took out a booklet from his body, opened it and showed it to everyone, and said.

"The Ministry of Education has given you a sample, the Fish Scale Book. According to this format, you can record the fields of different heights and sizes one by one like fish scales. The method of recording, It’s all behind the picture. You guys are smart people and you can figure it out at a glance.”

"The key is that you must be able to endure hardship and be willing to travel through mountains and rivers. You must also be careful and patient!"

"If you can record and draw all the fish scales in a county, it will be much more difficult than if you are promoted to official positions."

All the scholars bowed again and said loudly: "Your Majesty, I will definitely record and draw the fish scale book."

"Let's go, see you in a year." Zhu Yuanzhang waved his big hand towards the scholars and said.

The 36 newly promoted Jinshis in the first Enke class of the Ming Dynasty all came with tasks, and they were also in a competitive relationship with each other.And this was also a test for them by Zhu Yuanzhang.

Only those who pass this final assessment will become Lao Zhu's confidants, because the various actions they have done before have offended those wealthy people, leaving them with no choice.

This group of people will become the third force that Lao Zhu throws into the court to contain the Huaixi and Zhejiang parties.

Before leaving.

Zhu Yuanzhang specifically stopped Li Jin.

"Li Jin, I promised you to go to Yangzhou to study and train with Yang Xian. I'm afraid I have to put it on hold. You won't blame me." Zhu Yuanzhang said.

Li Jin quickly returned the greeting and said: "It is the duty of a minister to take care of the country's worries."

"good very good."

Seeing Li Jin respecting him, Zhu Yuanzhang was still very satisfied. In his opinion, Yang Xian was good at everything, but he was slightly flawed on this point.

Li Jin did this very well.

Zhu Yuanzhang reached out and patted Li Jin on the shoulder, and said: "Li Jin, this time we specially sent you to our hometown in Fengyang. After you arrive, every time you go to each county, you will report the local people's sentiments, political affairs, and the quality of officials." , there will be good times and disasters in the year, please write a note for us and submit it directly to us."

"The minister obeys the order."

"Do a good job, we'll keep an eye on you."

Since the Jingyang Rail Train was introduced.

Prince Zhu Biao came to Yangzhou more frequently.

Of course, not only Zhu Biao, but also a steady stream of goods and materials were transported from Yangzhou to the capital. The distinguished officials from the capital who heard about it boarded the train in person to experience its novelty.

When I saw a huge train carrying tens of thousands of kilograms of goods at a time, and speeding at a speed comparable to [-] miles of acceleration.

This group of noble officials were all dumbfounded.

Of course, rail trains are not free to ride.

The salary of so many station staff, the daily maintenance of rail trains, the wear and tear of war horses, etc. There is no place where money does not need to be burned.

At Yang Xian's suggestion, following the Wool Processing and Garment Making Department, another new department of the imperial court, the Railway Bureau, was established.

Whether it's the staff at stations along the way, the track maintenance workers, or even the auntie who cleans the toilets on the train, all have formal establishments.

You must know that many of these people were victims of the famine last year, but now they are considered to be members of the public family. If they can eat a mouthful of royal food, no matter what happens, they will never die of hunger in this life.

At Zhu Biao's strong request, Yang Xian naturally became the first director of the Railway Bureau.

Nowadays, these old people who were the first batch to participate in the construction of Jingyang Railway have naturally become the backbone of the bureau.

In the future, after passing the assessment, these people will be sent to various places to participate in the construction of local rail trains.

After things at the train bureau are straightened out.

Yang Xian finally freed up his hands and started working on the glass.

(End of this chapter)