Chapter five hundred and seventy-third the concern of the land
Ye An was too lazy to care about religious matters. The dispute between Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism had never stopped. Fortunately, Confucianism had always been in a suppressive position over Buddhism and Taoism, and the three schools had never shown their shameful side to the world.
As for those secret contests, everyone had to rely on their own abilities. Even Xuanchengzi did not forget to tell Xuanyangzi to fight for the Zhongyue Temple in the end. This shows how far the competition between religions has reached.
Fortunately, the death of Xuan Chengzi has separated Ye An to some extent, completely cutting off the relationship and interests between Ye An and Daomen.
Before his death, Xuan Chengzi did not ask Ye An to help the Taoist sect, nor did he ask him to make any promises. His only wish was to take good care of his senior brother Jingwu, and he had nothing else to ask for.
Qin Mumu knew that Ye An was in a bad mood these days, so she didn't say anything unnecessary. The comfort at this time had no meaning, and she could only let Ye An digest this past by himself.
Fortunately, Jingwu was here. The second senior brother, who was older than them, was more like a child. Ever since Wusi Cave was sealed, he was unhappy every day. He was reluctant to go down the mountain. In the end, Ye An was the one who
They threatened to never see each other again before coaxing and scaring him to "leaves" him away.
Neither Ye An nor Jingwu blamed him for the senior brother Jingzhen not coming. No one would doubt his feelings for Xuan Chengzi. In this era of underdeveloped transportation, it is difficult to know what is happening hundreds of miles away.
Things will take at least three to five days.
Ye An has already sent people to Tokyo City. I believe he will come after a while, and during this time, Yangcheng County has become their destination.
Seeing Jingwu "crazy output" in the farmland of Yejiazhuang, Ye An and Qin Mumu were relieved. The sadness in their hearts always had to be vented. It was better to find something for him to do than for him to do all day long.
It's much better to stare at Xuan Chengzi's old things in a daze.
Wang Gang and Tieniu had already led the farmers to build the warehouse. Seeing Jingwu who was frantically competing with the land in the field, he couldn't help but frowned and said: "What happened to the Taoist Master? It's almost winter and the fields are as dry as stones."
, what’s the name of it?”
"Let him vent! Mr. Guanmiao's emergence will definitely make Jingwu feel uncomfortable."
"This is a good thing! I have long heard that Mr. Guanmiao is a member of the immortal group. When he becomes an immortal, will he be surrounded by auspicious clouds and flying cranes?!"
Tieniu was quite excited beside him, probably because he had listened to too many stories and couldn't help but fantasize about those chic and elegant scenes. Only Ye An knew that Lao Dao died of late-stage cancer rather than being seriously ill.
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As Ye An and Qin Mumu returned to Yejiazhuang, the atmosphere here became lively again. After seeing Ye An, the original uneasy hearts of the villagers finally came to an end.
In the words of the Wang Gang, some people left after taking the first month's monthly payment. The reason was that Ye An and Qin Mumu left Zhuangzi. They were worried that they would not stay in this Zhuangzi for a long time, so they might as well go
A "reliable" Zhuangzi has a long history.
Moreover, there are far fewer farmhands coming to Yejiazhuang to look for work now than before. It is said that the monthly salary offered is not high enough. Although there is no money for food and drink, it is money that can be saved from mouth!
Ye An listened to Wang Gang's complaints and said with a smile: "Are there several more Zhuangzi in Yangcheng County, following the same path as our Zhuangzi?"
"Hey, the Marquis is wise, but the mill is not as fast as ours, he is slow to show up, and he often deprives others of their wheat."
Ye An nodded slightly, looked at Wang Gang and said, "Are you planning to go back to the old path, or will you lease the land to the farmers?"
The heads of the Wang Gang nodded like chickens pecking at rice, and said repeatedly: "Master Hou, it's really so good. Although these lands were nominally bought by Master Hou, they will not be practical as long as they are not allocated to the hands of the farmers.
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After hearing his words, Ye An and Qin Mumu looked at each other. Unexpectedly, the Wang Gang could discover the benefits of the contract system. Compared with the collective economy, the contract system can stimulate people's enthusiasm for creating wealth.
"You are right. The land in the hands of farm laborers can indeed allow them to work hard, but it cannot be rented to them every year. If you find the people, I will talk to them."
Gang Wang shook his head repeatedly and said: "Master Marquis, what should a noble like you say to those mud-legged people? If there are any villains, just go and talk to them."
"You can go as long as the Marquis tells you to go. Where's all the nonsense?!" Qin Mumu glared at the Wang Gang. There was no distinction between high and low in her heart, and Ye An did what he should do.
Seeing the lady in charge speaking, the Wang Gang didn't dare to say anything, and honestly summoned people to the threshing floor. This is the largest place in the village, and it is also right in front of Ye An's compound.
A group of farmhands looked at Ye An anxiously. This marquis was a high-ranking figure to them. They must have something to say when they were summoned here today. No one knew what he was going to say, or what he wanted to say.
Is it to reduce the month or something else?
In their opinion, nearly ten guan of money per month is really too much. If you save and live frugally, you can get a hundred guan of money in a year. Who dares to throw away money like this?
But Ye An did not say what they were most worried about. Instead, he looked at the crowd and said, "I heard that some of you want land. I naturally know why. With your own land, you can go to the kiln during the slack time."
If you work as a helper in a factory or a windmill, you will naturally earn a lot, right?"
The more courageous old man said naa: "Master Hou, we are all hardworking people. Just like if we need a piece of land to grow some food ourselves, we don't dare to delay the work of the kiln and mill. Moreover, there are so many people. After all,
There are too many monks and too little rice!"
Ye An smiled slightly: "Worried that if you get too much monthly money, you will be disliked by Zhuangzi after a long time? It doesn't matter! Just say whatever you want. I don't like people who hide and tuck in. After a long time, this gap will come out.
Isn’t it?”
Hearing what Ye An said, the crowd started to cry out: "Master Hou, can you allocate the land to us, pay the rent to the Hou Mansion on time every month, and go to the kiln factory to help with the imitation during the off-season, even if the wages are not enough?"
It’s okay to have less!”
I know, this is because they hope to have land in their hands. Almost all farmers have this idea, and you can see it from the twinkling eyes.
Ye An nodded slightly: "That's true, but it's not possible now, at least not this year. Don't worry, the things I promised will not change. You will be paid according to your work every month. As long as you are willing to use sharp tools, the wages will not be short.
, as for the land, I can’t rent it to you until next spring.”
"It's best to start in the spring!" the leader Lao Shi said hastily. It's already late autumn and winter is about to begin. It's useless even if you get the land. It's best to divide the fields after the spring.
Ye An nodded and said: "All the fields in Zhuangzi can be allocated to you. All families will be equally allocated the fields and pay rent twice a year. However, those who have been allocated the land will not be able to work in the kilns and mills. Those who do not want the land will not be able to work in the kilns and mills."
You can continue to work in the kiln or the mill. In the future, the kiln will be built and the mill will be added!"
As soon as these words came out, the crowd was in a commotion. After all, the income of ten yuan a month was quite tempting, but the temptation of the land was not small, and the villagers were suddenly faced with a dilemma.