Ping Liao is approaching, not only to reassure the people, but also to reassure the army. The policies that have been formulated will not change, and the court cannot interfere.
In name, it was still a military household system, but the management model, tax payment, and various policies that favored the military and the people were completely different from those in the Ming Dynasty.
And self-reliance will reach a new level, with no need for the imperial court to adjust food and salary, nor to pay taxes to the imperial court.
In name, it can be said that it is a war-torn land with many wastes waiting to be renovated. Please ask the court to exempt the land from taxes for five years.
For the imperial court and Chongzhen, they would be happy enough to save money from Liaodong. How could they have any extravagant hope of asking Liaodong to repay them?
In the view of Chongzhen and the court officials, Liaodong was still a barren area with underdeveloped economy. It was not clear what huge changes would happen after fully liberating the people and mobilizing the enthusiasm of the military and civilians for construction.
The generals listened quietly, with their own thoughts in mind. But one thing is certain, after Pingliao, Mao Shuai and Guo Shuai are still the leaders of Dongjiang Town, and the court cannot take away their power.
Hundreds of thousands of elite soldiers are the force that can dominate the world, and they rely on them. The court has to coax them, whether they want to or not.
Obviously, the mentality of Mao Wenlong and Guo Dajing has changed a lot.
The most important thing is Guo Dajing. He never thought about handing over the land that soldiers and civilians shed their blood and sacrifices to the imperial court to manage.
Looking at the chaos in the country, we know that the imperial court is incompetent and the officials are incapable of making the soldiers and civilians of Liaodong live a good life.
"The imperial court no longer supplies food and wages, and Liaodong does not pay taxes. The policy is controlled by Dongjiang Town itself." Guo Dajing looked around at the generals and said with a smile: "The soldiers and civilians of Liaodong want to be fed and clothed. Tell me, what is the most important thing?
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The most important thing is money and food. Food can fill the stomach, and money can buy cotton, cotton and other materials. But the question does not seem to be answered in this way. Guo Dajing would ask a fool's question?
Everyone had their own answer, but they all maintained a cautious attitude and did not say it out loud, lest they say it poorly and appear to have insufficient knowledge.
Guo Dajing laughed and said: "In my opinion, land is the most important. Only with enough land can we settle enough people and have enough harvest."
"What is the population of Dongjiang Town now, and how much will it increase in the future? If each person has a hundred acres of land and maintains the current tax rate, they can have enough food and clothing."
"The current civil unrest in the mainland is ultimately caused by too little land and too heavy taxes. If these two problems can be solved, as long as they don't die of hunger, who will raise their heads to rebel?"
Liu Xingzuo nodded repeatedly. This was a compliment. Although it was not a rare comment. But it was what Guo Shuai said, and it also indicated that the Dongjiang Army's pace of expanding its territory would continue.
"Guo Shuai is absolutely right. Land is the most fundamental wealth, and it is the guarantee that the people can have enough to eat. The taxes collected by Dongjiang Town are not high, so they can only increase the number of fields."
"Taking into account the influx of immigrants, the population in the Taiping years was also growing. One generation per generation in more than ten years now has one hundred acres. After the family is filled with descendants, the average per capita may be less than ten acres."
"Yes, look at the fields and population at the beginning of the Ming Dynasty. If you look at it now, there really isn't enough land for cultivation and enough food to fill your stomach!"
Everyone was talking about it, but they didn't take this matter too seriously.
As long as the Jianlu are eliminated, it will not be easy to expand the territory with the strength of the Dongjiang Army. Nuer Gandusi's hometown can be occupied.
Guo Dajing smiled and lowered his head, and when the voices subsided for a while, he spoke again: "It's ridiculous that Jianlu thought that the ultimate goal of our Dongjiang Army was Liaodong. He also wrote letters to Mao Shuai and Guo respectively, and his words were inconsistent, and he was trying to sow discord.
This trick is really stupid."
This sentence hit the point, and Mao Wenlong forwarded the letter to Guo Dajing. Guo Dajing was not stupid and also gave the letter he received to Mao Wenlong.
The two exchanged letters, and Jianlu's conspiracy was revealed. Furthermore, the actions of Mao Wenlong and Guo Dajing also proved that they were selfless in their hearts, which could only lead to greater mutual trust.
Everyone was suddenly enlightened, sighing that the relationship between Mao Shuai and Guo Shuai was so close, and they all had an unswerving attitude toward Ping Liao and exterminating the captives.
Guo Dajing's goal was also achieved, which not only reiterated Pingliao's firm determination, but also demonstrated the closeness of the two major forces.
Not to mention being provoked by enemies, even if there are different ideas internally, or some dissatisfaction with Mao Wenlong or Guo Dajing, we still have to think about it and don't cause trouble.
"It seems that Mao Wenlong has determined his retreat, and he is not worried about the imperial court's failure." Zu Dashou thought more, and finally gave up his selfish thoughts, and could only follow Dongjiang Town to fight for wealth.
Look at these generals in Dongjiang Town. Apart from Mao Wenlong and Guo Dajing, where else can they see the court and the emperor? That is to say, they only use verbal honorifics, but they regard Liaodong as their own territory and the court is not allowed to interfere anymore.
After three to five years of operation, wouldn't Liaodong become more like an iron barrel, where a needle cannot be inserted and water cannot be poured in? The Dongjiang Army has also become the Mao Family Army, or the Guo Family Army.
No matter what others think, Guo Dajing is moving forward unswervingly along the path he has set.
Being loyal to the imperial court and being loyal to Chongzhen is tantamount to letting the soldiers and civilians of Dongjiang Town fall into a trap again. This is not a derogation, but something that will actually happen later.
As long as Chongzhen and the princes in the court could have half the heart to love and care for the people, there would be no civil unrest.
If they knew that after pacification, Liaodong would not only save on food but also pay taxes, do you think they would be able to give the war-torn Liaodong soldiers and civilians time to recuperate?
Look at the refugees in the disaster area. The suffering they have experienced is the future of the military and civilians in Liaodong. Therefore, Guo Dajing will never allow this to happen, even if he becomes a warlord.
It’s not that we can’t fight the national crisis together, but that Chongzhen and the court made a mistake about who should fight the national disaster together. Those who should provide money and food are the vassals, the bureaucrats, the nobles, the gentry and landlords, and the powerful and wealthy businessmen.
"My goal is to create peace and happiness so that you can live a good life without worries about food and clothing." Guo Dajing looked into the distance and seemed to see the hard-working and busy soldiers and civilians of Liaodong. He narrowed his eyes slightly.
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The government documents were finally issued, publicized by government officials, and a five-year land contract was signed with the people.
Within five years, taxes will remain unchanged and the land for cultivation will remain unchanged. If the people want to increase the land for cultivation, they can apply to the government and exchange land and certificates.
In other words, in land contracting, the people occupy an active position, rather than being strictly restricted to the fields by the government.
The reason for doing this is that productivity will continue to increase, such as the increase in the number of cattle and the retirement of a large number of officers and soldiers to serve the people after the Ping Liao Dynasty, which will increase the family population.
With such confidence, it means confidence in Pingliao. There will be a large amount of fields available for distribution, and a great population migration will also occur.
The Liaoshen area, Jinzhou, Guangning, and the entire Liaodong will be owned by Dongjiang Town, and the total land area will nearly triple.
"The signature of the document and the adjournment only confirm that this land belongs to you for farming, and it will not change for five years. If you give up farming, the government will take it back and allocate it to others for farming."
"Your family can only farm 30 acres now. If you buy cattle next year and can farm 50 acres, this document can be reported to the government to be invalidated. The government will allocate you another 50 acres of land and sign a new document."
"Yes, yes, it's up to you whether you want to farm or not. The government won't force you."
"After Ping Liao, Liaoyang, Shenyang, Jinzhou, Guangning, etc., will re-build villages and re-plan the fields. But this is a matter for the future, and it will not affect your signature and pledge to cultivate the current fields."
At noon, Wu Qing, Xiaoqin and others could finally take a break.
In one morning, I received so many villagers, explained policies dryly, and signed documents. I was exhausted.
The village chief had people prepare meals and entertained them warmly.
"Village chief, do you fully understand the policy?" Wu Qing asked the villager while eating, "It's not complicated. It's not difficult to understand."
The village chief is a middle-aged man of short stature, with small eyes and a slightly yellow face. From his demeanor and expression, he has the simplicity and honesty of a farmer, but also a small businessman.
People's shrewdness is very contradictory, but it is also very suitable.
He nodded repeatedly and said with a smile: "Don't worry, sir, I understand everything. This policy is to make the people feel at ease. Five years is not a short time."
Wu Qing nodded and said, "As long as you understand. If you have any questions in the future, you can explain it to them. If you don't know, you can also go to the town and ask."
The village chief agreed repeatedly and bowed out without affecting Wu Qing and others' meal.
"We will almost finish all the work in this village in the afternoon." Xiaoqin ate her food and said, "We will finish the statistics in the evening and go to the next village tomorrow?"
Wu Qing nodded and said, "That's fine. If we finish it early, we can get back to the state sooner."
The two male government affairs interns who came with Wu Qing and Xiaoqin will stay and work in Liaodong. This is also preferential treatment for women. They are not forced to stay anywhere, it is all voluntary.
No matter how hard and tiring it is to work outside, Wu Qing and Xiaoqin are still willing to work in a place they are already familiar with. Although after Pingliao, large-scale transfers are inevitable.
The meal was not sumptuous, but it was the best hospitality in Murakami. There were meat and vegetables, porridge and cakes. Both Wu Qing and Xiaoqin had experienced hardships, so they were not picky about it.
It was probably the first time for the people in the village to see a female official, and there were various complicated meanings in their eyes. But Wu Qing and Xiaoqin were used to it, and they didn't take it seriously at all.
"That little officer takes good care of you." Wu Qing sipped her porridge, not teasing her, but said to Xiaoqin seriously: "I think she's a pretty good person. Why don't you leave an address or something and exchange letters first?" ?』
Xiaoqin shook her head repeatedly and said, "Sister Wu, don't be joking! We'll leave tomorrow, so don't cause trouble!"
Wu Qing raised her eyebrows and stopped mentioning it, but she was wondering in her heart whether it was because of this that Xiaoqin was in a hurry to leave.
According to Xiaoqin's age, it was normal for her to get married. Moreover, according to the tradition at the time, it was already too late.
Because of Yang Daman's relationship, Wu Qing knew that Xiaoqin had suffered emotional setbacks and hoped that she could come out of it as soon as possible.
But whether it is too much or not, this kind of thing still depends on yourself. If others interfere blindly, it may be counterproductive.
In addition, Wu Qing has other worries.
That is, the Pingliao War is probably going to be this year, and there is no eye for swords and guns on the battlefield. If something unexpected happens, if Xiao Qin has a good relationship with the young officer, won't he be hurt again?
"Sister Wu." Xiaoqin put down the bowl and chopsticks, changed the topic, and asked with some confusion: "They say it will take three years to reach the Liao Dynasty, and it is even possible this year. But why do you want to sign this five-year contract with the people?
Where are the documents?"
After the Ping Liao Dynasty, there would definitely be a migration and redistribution of the people. According to the government's plan, the land and population should be distributed in a ratio of two to one.
To put it simply, if the local population doubles, the land will be enough for cultivation. This can ensure that the people's lives are relatively stable for a long time, and there is no need to move around.
Of course, people want to have enough farmland, but they also want to live in a stable place. No one wants to move around all the time. Stability can also allow them to buy furniture and build a house with peace of mind.
You know, even with the continuous influx of immigrants. After Pingliao, it is expected that the land will be sparsely populated.
Wu Qing smiled and said: "This is to calm people's hearts and tell the soldiers and civilians that even if Liaodong is pacified, the policy will not change. If the imperial court wants to intervene, it will have to wait until five years later."
The intervention of the imperial court was the last thing Xiaoqin and Wu Qing wanted to do.
What do those officials who have passed the imperial examinations count? Not to mention women, even those male government officials will probably not be re-appointed.
Xiaoqin secretly breathed a sigh of relief and said, "I really hope the time can be longer so that the soldiers and civilians in Liaodong can enjoy the blessings for a few more years."
"Well -" Wu Qing pondered for a moment and said, "It's not impossible. I think Liaodong, which Dongjiang Town worked so hard to recover, won't be willing to give it up."
Xiaoqin blinked her eyes and said doubtfully:
"Can it be that the imperial court still can't control them, and the emperor's imperial edict is no longer easy to use?"
Wu Qing shook her head and said: "Maybe there can be a way to prevent the emperor from giving up the imperial edict to take over Liaodong and leave it to Dongjiang Town to manage!"
When it comes to higher-level politics, Wu Qing doesn't know much about it. But she is much more knowledgeable than Xiaoqin. Looking at the current work in Dongjiang Town, it seems that she is preparing for the future.
Xiaoqin shrugged her shoulders and said, "Anyway, I have hands and feet. As long as I'm not lazy, I won't starve to death."
"That's true." Wu Qing comforted with a smile: "There are so many shops under the government office, and there are also woolen factories. Even if you go to work, you can still have enough food and clothing."
Wu Qing and Xiaoqin are quite confident about Dongjiang Town's thoughtful arrangements.
From the moment they arrived in Liaodong, they went from uneasy to unexpected surprises, which all showed that Dongjiang Town valued the people.
Not only them, but also the immigrants who continued to pour in were well accommodated. Even orphans had sales homes, which was unimaginable in the Ming Dynasty.
"People-oriented" is something that the government often instills in government officials and continues to practice it, which shows that Dongjiang Town is unique.