Seeing that Lintian's country is now peaceful and happy, the conspiracies and intrigues inside have already gone through many tricks.
"They don't dare to do it openly, but if it turns out that I am not the real Princess Anle, it will probably be Zuo Qiuchen and Zuo Qiuyu who suffer."
With Long Tianyu here, those people would not dare to touch her even if they hated her.
Moreover, the reputation of the Lin family for protecting calves is resounding throughout the world.
I heard that her great-grandfather rushed over to dismantle the sedan chair because his soldiers were beaten by a rogue prince.
The prince was so frightened that he pissed himself and said he wanted to report it to the emperor.
But after Grandpa Zu returned to the military camp, he immediately asked someone to give him a solid penalty of fifty military sticks.
Immediately his skin was torn apart and half of his life was gone.
The emperor at that time also knew the temperament of the Lin family well, so he did not reprimand him at all, but instead praised the ancestors of the Lin family.
It goes without saying that the Lin family army has become more united since then. The reputation of the Lin family for protecting their calves has also spread.
Although some people criticized him, saying that the ancestors of the Lin family despised the imperial power.
But Lin Mengya didn't think there was anything wrong with what her ancestors did.
On the battlefield, the soldiers entrusted their lives to their generals, so the generals should treat them as their own family members.
Therefore, given the character of the Lin family, if someone from Lintian Kingdom dared to do something unfavorable to Lin Mengya.
Then her father and brother might try to teach these people a lesson at all costs.
Secretly, they are more powerful than the other, but if war really breaks out, these people will probably escape faster than anyone else.
But this group of people may maliciously slander the two cousins, collaborate with the enemy and treason, etc. If this big label is slapped on, it will be difficult for the two of them.
"That's good. As long as the master is not in danger, I'll be relieved. By the way, master, I've been walking around Wangtian City in the past few days, and there's something I want to discuss with you."
In Bai Shao's heart, Lin Mengya's words were more effective than the imperial edict.
Therefore, since the master said that there is no danger, she can relax.
"Oh? What's the matter?"
Lin Mengya knew that Bai Shao always visited Wangtian City these days. I thought she wanted to see the scenery of other countries, but I didn't expect that it turned out to be something profound.
"In the past few days, I have seen that there are many things in Wangtian City that we do not have in Dajin, or they are extremely expensive. But here, they are just very ordinary objects. For example, herbs, some vegetables and fruits, etc. The difference between it and Dajin is almost ten times. In Dajin, it’s still hard to find anything. So I thought, why not transport some to Lintian Kingdom and sell them in Dajin?”
Bai Shao's idea was too ideal. If trade could be carried out so easily, the merchants of the two countries would have done it long ago.
However, Lin Mengya did not attack Bai Shao out loud. Instead, she motioned for her to continue talking with a confused look in her eyes.
Bai Shao felt a little shy at first, but when she saw her master's very interested eyes, she seemed to be encouraged, and her thoughts gradually became smoother.
"I asked the caravans who came to do business. In fact, they also wanted to sell all these things back. However, the taxes paid by the two countries are different. In short, after paying the taxes of both countries, the cost has increased by at least 40%. Take a kind of fragrant rice that is a specialty of Lintian Kingdom. In Lintian, if you want to purchase this kind of rice, you have to pay local taxes. But it is not sold locally, so the cost has increased by 10%. . If it is to be shipped out, Lintian Kingdom will have to pay two types of taxes. Then, when entering Dajin, it will have to pay at least three types of taxes. Calculated in this way, the price of fragrant rice will increase even before it is sold. 60%, plus labor, the increase is 100%, which is just enough to protect the capital."
Bai Shao's words also made Lin Mengya understand why these commodities cannot be freely circulated in large quantities.
Perhaps because of the previous emphasis on agriculture and suppression of business, the types of taxation in various countries are not clear.
Some tax officials even exploited businessmen under various pretexts.
Therefore, the cost price of some things has increased a lot.
However, if you want to change this, it cannot be accomplished overnight. If it had been anyone else, this might not have been possible.
But if it were left to her, maybe she could really do it.
"The tax system is related to the foundation of both countries. If you want to change it, I'm afraid it won't be possible in a short time."
Lin Mengya said softly, and Bai Shao also nodded, so she also knew that she was just imagining.
Unexpectedly, the master’s next words changed the subject and said:
"But if both countries can change their tax systems, what you said will become possible."
Bai Shao looked at Lin Mengya, not understanding what she meant.
"Cousin Chen once promised me that if I could help him settle the matter at Baicao Pavilion, he would give me the commercial monopoly of Lintian Kingdom. I think he also wanted me to help him develop the economy. , if this is the case, I can ask Cousin Chen to change the tax system and then provide convenience for us. "
Lin Mengya's mind changed and she understood the meaning of Zuo Qiuchen's move.
To put it bluntly, the operation of the country, from top to bottom, requires real money.
It takes money to expand territory, and it takes even more money to stabilize a country.
Given Cousin Chen's shrewdness, if he gives the power of business to anyone under him, there will inevitably be a danger of raising a tiger.
But if it were her, it would be much safer.
Moreover, she believes that by the time business development matures, their generation will have already aged.
As her control weakens, the next generation of Cousin Chen will be the ones to enjoy the benefits.
Of course, this is just her idea. Cousin Chen may not have such insidious thoughts.
But no matter what, it is the people of both countries who benefit.
"What about Da Jin?"
Bai Shao's eyes widened and she looked at her master in disbelief. She had to say that this idea was really... so crazy!
"Dajin would be easier to handle. Don't we have a prince?"
Lin Mengya's mind had already vaguely formed a prototype. However, this matter is too huge, and a lot of energy must be spent to complete these things.
Moreover, it is definitely not just her wisdom.
She admits that she is still a little clever, but she has limited abilities for this kind of great wisdom that concerns two countries.
"But, this is something that the emperor can only control. No matter how great the prince is, he can't be bigger than the emperor!"
Bai Shao just said it casually, but these words fell into Lin Mengya's heart.
emperor? The emperor of Jin Dynasty
If the prince really ascends the throne, Long Tianyu and the Lin family will probably be the first to be dealt with.
In that case—
"Since only the emperor can handle this matter, we will appoint an emperor who can do this for us."
Lin Mengya's words immediately frightened Bai Shao.
Did she hear it correctly? What did the master just say
Establish an emperor? God, this is a big deal!
He widened his eyes and looked at his master.
"I was just joking, look at you, I took it seriously."
He laughed and covered it up.
But Lin Mengya knew that in the battle to seize the direct descendants, even though she no longer wanted to get involved. But for my own future plans, I have to blend in.
If Long Tianyu could become the emperor—
My heart suddenly froze. From ancient times to the present, no matter whether the emperor is a wise king or a foolish king, he has always had three palaces and six courtyards.
If Long Tianyu really becomes the emperor, can she really accept it
Shaking her head, Lin Mengya felt that she had thought a little too early.
Leave the future matters to your future self to worry about.
The carriage left Wangtian City and soon left the realm that Zuo Qiuchen could fully control.
It would take at least a month to get to the old capital.
This is also the reason why those old ministers do not agree to move the capital, life or death.
Who would arrange the capital so close to the enemy's country
After riding a carriage for a whole day, we finally arrived at another city in the evening.
Sitting in the carriage, Lin Mengya and Bai Shao couldn't help but look out the window curiously, wanting to see how this place was different from Dajin.
"Master, I used to think that the girls in Kyoto are all outstanding, but I didn't expect that the girls in Lintian Kingdom are even more charming."
A place of water and soil supports a person. Because Lintian Kingdom is surrounded by the sea on three sides, the climate is naturally much humid than that of Dajin.
The girls and boys here have much fairer and more delicate skin.
Compared with the dignified and steady style that was popular among ladies in the Jin Dynasty, it is a bit more romantic and unrestrained.
Lin Mengya also felt that her eyes were not enough. Those gadgets she had never seen before aroused the girlish heart that she had not seen for a long time.
"Well, if we have time next time, we must come here to have a good meal and play."
Lin Mengya said with some regret, thinking about it, she used to be a homebody.
In addition to going to school, I work part-time, and then I stay at home alone.
Now that she has become this rich lady, she is even busier.
Women's nature of shopping has only occurred a few times.
Alas, it’s not easy to live in such a life when you have money and can’t even spend it!
"Well! Once your injury is healed, let's go buy some gifts for those country bumpkins at home and take them back. It's thanks to you, Master. I've seen so much when I go out. I envy them!"
They must have come out of Wangtian City. The two of them were chatting and laughing along the way, and Bai Shao became much more lively.
At this moment, I am counting my fingers and calculating the gifts for my family.
Lin Mengya let her do the math, lying on the car window and looking at the people and vendors going by.
Are these the scenery that my mother has seen before
Except for the family ties left over from the past in her heart.
She was even more interested in this woman who was called the most amazing woman in the Kingdom of Jin.
I heard from my father that they met in the army.
I really don’t know what kind of courage this Lintian Kingdom’s most beloved eldest princess has to break into thousands of troops alone.