Not long after, more than 300 gentry from all over the country walked into the Dacheng Hall in an orderly manner.

These people have one thing in common, that is, most of them are scholars, so they pay more attention to saluting the statue of Confucius first and then paying homage to His Highness the King of Yan.

Why did the King of Yan make an appointment with such a place?

When the gentry looked at the portrait of Confucius and thought about what they would talk to the King of Yan later, the gentry felt a little uncomfortable.

However, they are naturally some scheming people who can come to discuss things on behalf of their families, and their expression management is very well done, and they all seem calm and calm. Some people even nodded to the crowd of gentry in Pingjiang and greeted him.

The gentry class is bound to have various relationships. Even in different prefectures and counties, there are many relatives. Meeting and gifts are common. If it is not allowed on occasion, there are probably greetings.

The Dacheng Hall is actually not much smaller than the Chongzheng Hall in Lin'an, and it is more than enough to accommodate five or six hundred people. But even so, the gentlemen from Pingjiang and Jiaxing were squeezed aside, making it obvious that the hall was divided into two groups of people, one east and one west, with a three or four feet wide aisle between them, which was quite distinct.

In this situation, so many gentry from different places gathered here together, obviously it was not a temporary intention. However, before the incident, the gentry of Pingjiang did not receive any news, which made them wonder.ъìＱυＧΕtV.℃ǒΜ

"It's so strange... Why did these people arrive in Gusu quietly? What exactly are they doing?"

"Brother Zhu, the one who nodded to you just now should be An Yuanwai from Changzhou. I remember that he and you are still in-laws. Have you gotten angry with you or something?"

"It's An Zaixu. My third daughter-in-law is his legitimate daughter. A few days ago, I sent someone to buy grain and borrow money to him. I didn't see him in a word saying he wanted to come to Pingjiang."

"Well, our Zhou family's uncle from Lin'an's house is also opposite. He has been very busy on weekdays, but this time there is no news. It's so wrong. I have a bad feeling, I'm afraid the person who comes is not kind."

"In theory, they can't get along with the King of Yan in the scriptures. Shouldn't they be on the same side as us? Why do they seem to be respectful and flattering to King of Yan?"

"Why won't they have any dirty deals with King Yan?"

"What transaction? Could it be that we were sold?"

The noisy talk attracted the attention of the gentry outside the east, and his eyes were filled with sympathy and condolences.

I heard the contents of the discussion clearly when I was close, but I didn't have the slightest idea of ​​making excuses. At the same time, I subconsciously moved my body to try my best to stay away, as if I was afraid of being intoxicated.

Xie Tang saw all this in his eyes, his heart fell rapidly and sank into the abyss, as if an invisible noose was hanging around his neck, slowly tightening, making him unable to breathe.

Lu Wencai and other key personnel surrounded him, like an ant on a hot pan, turning around in a hurry, looking at him eagerly, hoping to hear some instructions, even comforting words.

At this time, Zhao Mengqi, who was standing directly under the portrait of Confucius, cleared his throat when he saw that all the invitees had come in.

Realizing that the King of Yan was about to speak, everyone in the hall calmed down and looked at Zhao Mengqi seriously.

Zhao Mengqi bowed and said, "All wise men, Xiao Wang must first thank you for coming here without hesitation. However, Xiao Wang was not well prepared and failed to provide a seat or a cup of tea. I really feel sorry for you."

Then the gentry responded enthusiastically, "Your Highness is too polite. Your Highness is a nobleman and the crown prince of the country. If you can summon us and others, this is the glory of our waiting..."

"Since you are all so open-minded, then we won't waste our time and get straight to the topic."

Zhao Mengqi waved his hand with a smile. Wu Qiong and others behind him slowly unfolded a giant map and hung it on a wooden rack to present it in front of everyone.

"This picture is a preliminary project overview diagram drawn by the Taihu Comprehensive Management Department. Although there may be some changes in the future, there will be no big difference."

"You can see that when the entire project is implemented, the environment in the Taihu Lake Basin will be greatly improved. I dare not say that the drought and flood disasters are completely eliminated, but the harm will definitely be much smaller."

"Everyone knows that Taihu Lake is the most productive area in the Song Dynasty. After such a thorough governance, it is not an exaggeration to say that it is a treasure pot. The grain produced here alone is expected to feed most of the people in the world."

Although everyone knows that the Taihu Lake Basin is preparing for large-scale governance, there is no real concept.

When the entire project is vividly displayed in a patterned manner, no matter whether it is a person who understands water conservancy or not, he has to be shocked.

"This... seems to be no less than the size of the Grand Canal dug in the Sui and Tang Dynasties!"

"What a big deal! If it is really completed, this will be the country of Heavenly Prefecture!"

"If it is really done, it will not only be the result of the present, but will also benefit thousands of generations. However, the manpower, money and food required will probably be extremely huge. Can we take it out now? Moreover, the Mongolians are eyeing it and implementing such a national-strength project at this time is really appropriate?"

Some people admire, and some people question it.

Facing the doubts, Zhao Mengqi had already foreseeed it, and there was no slightest anger. He still smiled on his face and explained slowly.

"The entire project is indeed very expensive. Conservatively estimated that it will take about 50 million jin to complete the main body, which is almost the fiscal revenue of the court for one year. But everyone should have heard of it. Xiao Wang has promised the court that the treasury will never be used to make money and grain, and Xiao Wang will raise it with all his strength."

"Before you came in, you saw the gold mountain outside. It was a rough calculation and it was worth at least 15 million guan. In addition, thanks to the generosity of the gentry of Pingjiang and Jiaxing, Xiao Wang should have a profit of at least 30 million guan. So, everyone no longer needs to worry about money and food."

What a generous one!

After hearing this, gentry from all over the country couldn't help but smile.

Zhao Mengqi did not intend to invest the gold and silver and even the profits earned this time to simply and directly in the governance project, but there is no need to explain in detail to the gentry, as long as they believe that they have this strength.

"As for the loss of national strength, Xiao Wang thought that it might not be necessary. Including this dynasty, most of the construction and construction projects in previous dynasties did damage national strength. The main reason was that the labor force that should have been used to invest a large number of labor that should have been responsible for production, thus reducing production by farmers and workers."

"But this time it's different. Everyone should be clear that the territory of the Song Dynasty is shrinking and the long border area is difficult to cultivate, so a large number of people lose their livelihoods and become refugees. If they don't find a way to solve the problem, then they will either die of hunger and cold or rise up."

"In the past, big guys, including the court, were very afraid of refugees, thinking that they would not be engaged in production, they would only waste food and cause hidden dangers to public security. Therefore, they usually passively reduce their number. However, in Xiao Wang's view, population is the greatest wealth, and the value that everyone can create is far higher than his consumption. The reason why refugees become burdens and burdens is because they have lost their positions to create value."

"The Taihu Project can directly accommodate at least 500,000 laborers. These laborers are not free to be recruited. They all have relatively generous wages. The materials, tools, and the 500,000 laborers and the daily necessities required by their families can generate countless jobs."

"Simply put, after Xiao Wang invested his 50 million chunks, it would be rolling in a cycle, and countless industries would flourish as a result. Xiao Wang believes that you are all knowledgeable people and should understand that it is actually difficult to make a fortune by digging food from the soil, otherwise everyone would not have so many industrial and commercial industries, right?"

"The most visible result of the Taihu Lake project is that it can open up at least 50,000 hectares of high-yield fertile land. After the project is over, part of the labor force will be converted to farmers who cultivate these fields, part of it will form a professional building group, and continue to engage in other construction. Don't you think that our Song Dynasty is so perfect that it does not require construction, right? There are also some that can be diverted to other industries based on the skills and strengths. In short, Xiao Wang has corresponding arrangements."

After listening to the long speech of King Yan, the hundreds of gentry in the hall were a little confused, some nodded frequently, and some might not understand for a while, but they could not act stupider than others. They could only pretend to understand without understanding.

Some smart people have discovered countless business opportunities in the words of King Yan. If you invest 50 million yuan, as long as you try to get involved, you will have a lot of money!

Zhao Mengqi drank a large cup of tea, moistened his throat, then picked up a slender bamboo pole, pointed at the dense circles and lines on the map, telling the gentry the number expected to be generated everywhere and the location where the farm was divided.

"Everyone has seen that these are fertile soil, abundant watering, and transportation of fertile fields in all aspects is very good. To be safe, Xiao Wang is preparing to take out 10,000 hectares of 20 farms in the first phase, each farm is about 50,000 mu of fertile fields."

"As for the farming system, you should have understood it. Xiao Wang doesn't talk much nonsense. One million mu of land rolls, twenty stones of rice per mu, and the grain rolls are delivered. You can consider it carefully before buying it."

These gentry were waiting for this moment. As soon as Zhao Mengqi finished speaking, they all expressed their opinions.

"There is nothing to consider. Can't we trust Your Highness? My Lin'an Zhou family has sent 200,000 stones of grain to the Wujiang official warehouse. This is the delivery certificate. I want 10,000 acres of land rolls from No. 13!"

"Your Highness, Xiaomin is Hua Chengyu, Qingyuan Prefecture. 200,000 stones of grain have been delivered to Huating. The delivery procedures are here. Xiaomin elected the No. 7 farm."

The gentry rushed to report, just to take the lead in occupying their favorite position.

"Your Highness, Your Highness, the old Anzaixu of Changzhou, the grain has been delivered to Changshu County. It is only 50,000 stones at the moment, but it can raise at least 50,000 stones within half a month. Can you ask Your Highness to make some peace? I will use my family property as pledge and purchase 5,000 acres of land tickets first?"

Hearing this, Zhu Gui from Pingjiang Mansion was furious, "Okay, An Zaixu, didn't you say you sold all the food to me? I actually hid 50,000 stones! I think it's better if our in-laws don't do it, but I'll let my son and your daughter get along!"

"Haha, I'm happy to be with you, I'm not happy." An Zaixu was not panicked at all, and glared at the triangular eyes, "Don't forget, the 100,000 chunk of money I borrowed you will expire in five days. If you can't pay it back then, don't blame me for coming to collect the house and the land!"

"You!" Zhu Gui didn't know if she was angry or thought of the terrible consequences, and immediately vomited a mouthful of black blood and fainted.

A bunch of people on the Pingjiang Gentleman's side were panicked, and many people also thought of their own fate and couldn't help but start cursing.

But those gentry from other places were too lazy to look at them, and were still actively reporting on the location of the farm they wanted.

There were a few people who didn't seem to be familiar with other gentry and squeezed in front with all their might. "Your Highness, we are from Jiangnan West Road. Can you discuss it with you?"

From Jiangxi?

That's a great help this time, and I have to take care of it.

Zhao Mengqi waved his hand and let the others be quiet for the time being. Then he looked at the few people warmly, "Xiao Wang, thank you very much. If you have any help, as long as Xiao Wang can make the decision, there is no reason to refuse. Tell me."

"Thank you, Your Highness. Xiaomin and others have sent two million stones of rice to Jiankang Mansion as your order. The delivery certificate signed by the Qiujiaoshi. You originally said that these rice were purchased for two or five cents, but Xiaomin and others don't want money now, so the deposit of one million cents will be returned to you. I just want to exchange this field roll. Do you think it's OK?"

It turned out that Zhao Mengqi embezzled the military rations and Changping rations of Jiankang Prefecture, but promised Qiu Yue that he would return two million stones of new rations.

This exchange for the old and the new one made an extra 200,000 stones. Qiu Yue had no reason to disagree. Then Zhao Mengqi asked someone to bring a million guan Jiaozi and rushed to Jiangnan West Road as quickly as possible to purchase grain. There was just summer harvest and the new grain was on the market.

In addition, he also sent people to Jinghu South Road, but probably couldn't buy too much there. After all, he had to supply military rations from the central defense line of the Yangtze River, and the road was long and he had not come back yet.

"Okay, I'll give you a share of 100,000 acres." Zhao Mengqi agreed to this request without thinking much.

Seeing that the other gentry were suddenly divided into 100,000 acres, they all became more anxious.

After an endless coma, Shi Yu suddenly got up from the bed. If you want to see the latest chapter content, please download the Xingxing Reading app to read the latest chapter content for free without ads. The website no longer updates the latest chapter content, but the Xingxing Reading Novel APP has updated the latest chapter content.

He breathed fresh air in his mouth, and his chest trembled.

Confused and puzzled, all kinds of emotions surged into my heart.

Where is this?

Then, Shi Yu subconsciously observed the surroundings and became even more confused.

A single dormitory?

Even if he successfully received rescue, he should be in the ward now.

And his own body...how could he be injured at all?

With doubt, Shi Yu's gaze swept through the room quickly, and finally his eyes stopped on a mirror at the head of the bed.

The mirror shows his current appearance, about seventeen or eighteen years old, and he looks very handsome.

But the problem is, this is not him! Download the Xingxing Reading app and read the latest chapter content for free without ads

Before, I was a handsome young man in his twenties who was extraordinary and handsome. I have been working for a while.

Now, no matter how you look at this, you are just the age of a high school student...

This change made Shi Yu stunned for a long time.

Don't tell him that the operation is successful...

My body and appearance have changed. This is not a problem of not having surgery or not, but a magic trick.

He turned into another person completely!
To be continued...