Chapter 80
Everyone should choose the dress that suits them best and show the beauty of their personality. In this way, the country can become a truly beautiful country, a country full of vitality and creativity.
When Li Qingge was thinking about how to improve the national aesthetic concept and let everyone realize the true beauty, the system suddenly popped up. Its voice is clear and melodious, with a hint of puppy cuteness that makes people want to get close to it.
"Host, the system is here to help you in your pursuit of beauty! Now you have a task. Find twelve people with different body shapes and faces, draw them into twelve beauties, stamp them with jade seals, and print them into The policy is released to help everyone establish a correct aesthetic. After the mission is completed, you will be rewarded with tank manufacturing technology!"
Hearing this, Li Qingge felt an indescribable joy. Tanks are the overlords on land. They have cross-country operations, powerful firepower, and thick armor. They are simply invincible. If the Great Yan Kingdom mastered this technology, wouldn’t wars on land be fought as they wished? Such a reward is simply tailor-made for her!
However, when she thought about it again, she hesitated. In the past, emperors used beauty pageants to enrich their harem, but as a queen, she couldn't do that. If it's a beauty contest, but she's afraid of people saying her sexual orientation is unusual, she has to think carefully about it. After all, she wants to do something great for the future of the country and the aesthetics of the people.
So, she quietly called Amelia Su to discuss the matter. Amelia Su is the most capable assistant around her. She is smart and considerate, and will definitely be able to give her good ideas.
"Xiaomei, come and help me figure out what to do about this matter." Li Qingge looked at her with a sad face and told her the system's tasks and his own thoughts.
When Su Xiaomei heard this, she immediately gave her a good idea: "Queen, why don't you hold a beauty pageant? But this beauty pageant is not to choose the harem but to show our great beauty. The diverse beauty of the Chinese people. You can set some standards such as health, confidence, talent, etc. and let people across the country participate. This way you can select real beauties and let everyone see the diversity of beauty."
Li Qingge’s eyes suddenly lit up when he heard it. What a great idea! It can not only complete the task, but also enhance the national aesthetics and let everyone see the talent and charm of the people of Dayan. So she immediately decided to hold a grand beauty pageant.
As soon as the news of the beauty pageant spread, the whole country became a sensation. People signed up one after another to showcase their talents and charm. After rounds of selection and screening, twelve beauties with different characteristics finally stood out.
Some of them are fresh and refined like clear springs in the mountains; some are dignified and majestic like palace ladies; some are as delicate and charming as blooming roses; some are as elegant and refined as orchids in the empty valley. Their beauty is different but they all make people yearn for it.
Li Qingge personally painted portraits of these twelve beauties and printed their portraits into policies and distributed them throughout the country. When people saw the pictures of these twelve beauties, they all admired them and expressed their desire to learn from their beauty and pursue their own beauty.
Su Xiaomei's words echoed softly in the spacious imperial study room. Her voice was crisp and sweet, as clear as a mountain stream, with a hint of subtle cunning. The sunlight shines through the carved window lattice and onto her delicate face, adding a touch of warm golden color to her already lively eyes. She smiled slightly, with the corners of her mouth forming a just right arc, as if all her plans were quietly taking shape in that smile.
"When the emperor goes on tour, there must be an honor guard. I heard that in the past, the honor guards of the Qing Dynasty were all tall and powerful ones selected from the bodyguards to show the royal style. Your Majesty, you abolished this system before , now it is better to actually hold a national selection in the name of restoring the honor guard." Su Xiaomei's words were full of expectation, her eyes were locked on Li Qingge who was sitting on the dragon throne, trying to capture every bit of her. Subtle changes in expression.
Li Qingge, the queen admired by all the people, is currently wearing a luxurious dragon robe. The golden silk threads shine in the sun, making her already extraordinary temperament even more solemn and noble. When she heard this, she raised her brows slightly, and a gleam of light flashed in her deep eyes, like the brightest stars in the night sky, instantly lighting up the entire room.
"This is a good idea. It can restore the tradition of the honor guard and avoid others' suspicion." Qing Ge's voice was low and powerful, with unquestionable majesty, but he also revealed his appreciation for Su Xiaomei's proposal. . A faint smile appeared at the corner of her mouth. In that smile, there was both nostalgia for the old traditions and curiosity and expectation for new things.
Seeing this, Su Xiaomei felt happy, and the smile on her face became even bigger, like the peach blossoms blooming in spring, bright and moving. "Beauty does not distinguish between men and women. Your Majesty, you are worried about the deviation of women's aesthetics. I think the same is true for men. If there is a selection, why not choose men and women together? Choose twelve beauties, and then choose twelve handsome guys, and draw them Picture album, what a beautiful thing!" Her tone was full of longing for the future, as if she had already seen the magnificent picture composed of handsome men and beautiful women.
Hearing this, Qing Ge nodded, her eyes softened, and her thoughts drifted back to the memories of her previous life. At that time, there was too much hypocrisy and artificiality hidden behind the prosperity of the entertainment industry. In order to cater to worldly aesthetics, boys did not hesitate to change their nature, put on makeup and makeup, and lost their original innocence and nature. Boys like those called "Taotao" were so pretentious that it made her feel uncomfortable. She prefers boys with gentle personalities and cute looks who are innocent and untainted by the dust of the world.
"Select! Select talents extensively, and both men and women should pay attention." Qingge's voice is firm and powerful. She knows that culture is a country's soft power, and a healthy aesthetic is crucial to the country's future. "Xiaomei, I'll leave this task to you." Her eyes were full of trust and expectation, as if she had placed a heavy burden on Amelia Su's shoulders.
When Amelia Su heard this, a look of embarrassment appeared on her face, but then it turned into a bitter smile. "Your Majesty, you just asked me to organize the Women's Federation to protect women's rights. Now you have added this task. I'm afraid I won't be able to handle it." There was a bit of helplessness in her tone, but more of it was loyalty and respect for Qing Ge. .
Qing Ge comforted her with a smile: "He who can do it should work harder. You are talented and thoughtful. This thing belongs to you." Her voice was gentle and kind, as if the spring breeze was blowing on her face, making people feel heart-warming. Warmth.
Hearing this, Su Xiaomei felt a warm current in her heart. There was a hint of sweetness in her wry smile: "Hey, life is hard. I am destined to work hard all my life!" But her eyes shone with determination. The light is a response to Qingge's trust and confidence in his own abilities.
Thus, a vigorous audition process for the Royal Guard of Honor began nationwide. As soon as the news came out, the whole country was excited. Whether it was a prosperous city or a remote village, whether it was the children of nobles or ordinary people, they were all gearing up and eager to try. Everyone knows that being able to become the emperor's personal attendant is not just ordinary glory and wealth. It is simply an excellent opportunity to honor one's ancestors and reach the sky in one step.
Since ancient times, many powerful ministers started out with the emperor. He Shen, the once powerful minister, didn't he start from Luan Yiwei? Relying on the favor of Emperor Qianlong, he gradually reached the pinnacle of power. There are also those eunuchs, although their status is not high, but because they are close to the emperor, they can influence national affairs with just one word, so the princes and ministers are rushing to curry favor with them. Now, having the opportunity to become Her Majesty the Queen's personal attendant is as rare as ascending to heaven. Who is willing to miss it?
Outstanding young people from all over the country, regardless of gender, as long as they are somewhat attractive, are eager to sign up, fearing that they will miss this great opportunity. They wore their best clothes and had the most fashionable hairstyles, and their faces were filled with confidence and expectation. They know that this is not just a selection, but an opportunity to change their destiny.
The audition site was crowded and lively. Amelia Su was in charge personally. She was dressed in simple and elegant official uniforms, her hair was combed meticulously, and she looked capable and energetic. Her sharp eyes seem to be able to penetrate people's hearts, and the performance of every contestant cannot escape her discernment. Sometimes she nodded in approval, sometimes she frowned and thought, and every tiny movement touched the hearts of everyone present.
Queen Qingge, on the other hand, was busy with the affairs at the end of the year. She sat in front of the desk in the imperial study room, holding a thick account book in her hand and flipping through the pages. Her eyes were focused and serious, as if every number contained the country's future and hope. She calculates the country's financial revenue and expenditure and prepares rewards for ministers. Her heart is filled with love and responsibility for the country.
As time goes by, the audition work is gradually coming to an end. Su Xiaomei carefully selected a group of handsome men and beauties. They were all talented and beautiful, as if they were fairies and fairies coming out of paintings. They were drawn into a beautiful album and sent to Qing Ge.
Qing Ge looked at the picture album in front of him with a satisfied smile on his face. She knows that these young people are not only members of the honor guard, but also the future and hope of the country. She believed that with them by her side, her rule would be more secure and the country would be more prosperous.
If you want your horse to run fast, you must first let it eat enough. In Li Qingge's heart, this sentence is not just a simple proverb, but her core concept of governing the country and managing enterprises. As a master who is proficient in modern enterprise management, Li Qingge knows that the motivation and satisfaction of people's hearts are the driving force for all development. In her eyes, the Dayan Dynasty, an ancient and huge country, was like a super-large state-owned enterprise. Every citizen was an employee of this enterprise, and their mentality and actions were directly related to the rise and fall of this country.
Li Qingge, this woman dressed in gorgeous palace attire, with wisdom and determination between her brows, reveals her thoughtful consideration for the future in every move she makes. She knew that in order for the people of Dayan to serve the country wholeheartedly, they must feel that their destiny is closely connected with the destiny of the country. Only in this way can the country, a huge "enterprise", prosper and remain standing.
In order to achieve this goal, Li Qingge first focused on the country's welfare system. She understands that the welfare of enterprises comes from operating income, while the welfare of the country depends on taxes. Therefore, before she officially returned to Dayan, she had secretly issued four secret orders, asking relevant departments to prepare in advance to pave the way for the upcoming tax reform.
The tax system of the Dayan Dynasty was very different from previous dynasties. In the past dynasties, tax revenue came from a single source, mainly relying on agricultural taxes, which accounted for more than 60%; salt taxes followed, accounting for about 25%; and the remaining miscellaneous taxes added up to only about 15%. However, the Dayan Dynasty was a country with a wide variety of taxes, and statistics were extremely complicated. But taxes can be roughly divided into three major areas: agriculture, industry, and service industries covering commerce, real estate, finance, transportation, warehousing, wholesale and retail, water conservancy, public facilities, etc.
The arrival of Li Qingge undoubtedly ignited the spark of the industrial revolution for the Yan Dynasty. Under her push, the technology tree was rising slowly as if by magic, and industrial development was gaining momentum. The prosperity of industry also led to the prosperity of commerce. Therefore, Li Qingge formulated a complete set of tax rules based on the modern business model. Anyone who does business in Dayan Dynasty must go to the relevant departments to register and obtain a business license and operating permit. For those who dare to operate without a license, she will severely punish them. Not only will their illegal gains be confiscated, but they will also be fined ten to twenty times. If the amount is less than one thousand taels, they will be calculated as one thousand taels.
For those industries that have been registered, Li Qingge requires them to pay taxes strictly in accordance with the law. The tax department has detailed records. Want to evade taxes? That is absolutely impossible! If someone pays taxes unconsciously, the tax officer will come to the door in person and patiently explain the principle of "one person pays taxes, and the whole family is honored". Those who are visited by tax officers are often moved by their sincerity and persistence, and vow to pay taxes honestly in the future, even if they lose their entire fortune.
The commercial tax system of the Dayan Dynasty was determined based on the income of merchants. Those who earn more will pay more points, and those who earn less will pay less points. Different industries have different tax rates. For some big businessmen, the tax rate is even as high as 25, which is a huge difference from the low tax rates in previous farming societies. At first, businessmen were dissatisfied with the high tax rate. They felt that it was all their hard-earned money, so how could they bear to pay so much?
However, as time went by, businessmen gradually discovered that the business environment in Dayan was becoming more and more prosperous, the people had more and more money in their hands, and their consumption was becoming more and more vigorous. Although the tax is a bit heavier, the income is also more. In the end, the wealth obtained was dozens or even hundreds of times more than when doing business before. As a result, businessmen began to accept and support this new tax system.
In addition to the reform of the tax system, Li Qingge also abolished the old system of scholars, farmers, industry and commerce. In the past, businessmen were often regarded as opportunists and had a low status because they could get rich without directly engaging in production. But now, driven by Li Qingge, businessmen can also get the respect they deserve and are no longer bound by the old system. This reform undoubtedly gave businessmen hope and made them more firmly support Li Qingge and her reforms.
On the streets of Dayan Dynasty, you can see bustling people, shopping, chatting, or enjoying the street scenery. Everyone's face is filled with happy smiles, because they know that in this country, as long as they work hard and pay taxes honestly, they can live a happy life. All these changes are inseparable from Li Qingge’s wise leadership and thoughtful reforms.
Li Qingge knew very well that if you want a horse to run fast, you have to make it well fed. Therefore, she constantly improves the country's welfare system and improves the living standards of her people; at the same time, she also strengthens the supervision of taxation to ensure that every citizen can fairly shoulder their obligations. Under her leadership, the Great Yan Dynasty is moving towards a more prosperous, fairer, and better future.
In the ancient country, there is a legend about businessmen and power, and the rewriter of this legend is the world-famous empress-Li Qingge. As a woman, she ascended to the top of the Ninth Five-Year Plan. With her wisdom and courage, she overturned thousands of years of stereotypes and brought unprecedented liberation and glory to the business class.
In the past, the imperial court formulated a series of strict regulations in order to curb the power of merchants and prevent their power from expanding too much. Merchants are not allowed to wear luxurious silks and satins, nor are they allowed to ride in carriages when traveling. They can only ride slow donkeys. Even the shoes under their feet must be one red and one green. Such a striking combination can be easily recognized at a glance. reveal their identities. Such regulations are undoubtedly a trampling on the dignity of businessmen, making them stand out among the crowd, as if they are always reminding the world that they are inferior existences.
What is even more chilling is that businessmen and their descendants have been deprived of the right to pass the imperial examination and become officials. For them, the light of knowledge is like an unreachable star, out of reach. Such a system has undoubtedly planted a seed of resentment in the hearts of businessmen, who long for equality and recognition and respect from society.
However, all this changed drastically after Li Qingge came to the throne. She, the far-sighted empress, abolished the hierarchical boundaries between agriculture, industry, and commerce in Nashi with just one edict. It was like a warm sunshine that penetrated the haze of thousands of years and illuminated the hearts of merchants. From then on, businessmen were no longer a marginalized group in society. They had the same status as scholars, farmers, and craftsmen, and could freely pursue wealth and enjoy the beauty of life. In people's hearts, there is always a desire for dignity and a concern for face. Although businessmen are wealthy, the improvement of social status cannot be measured by money. Although the older generation of businessmen still adhere to the old concepts in their hearts, facing this sudden equality, the joy in their hearts is indescribable. They know that this equality means that their descendants can study and take exams openly and no longer be bound by their status. Therefore, even if the tax increases to more than 20%, or even half, they are willing to accept it happily, because this tax is their pride and glory as a member of the country.
Since the separation between the four peoples was broken, industry and commerce have grown like weeds, and taxes have also been rising. When Dayan was first founded, agriculture was still on par with industry, or even slightly ahead of it, due to land reform and the promotion of super rice. But as time went by, industry and commerce went hand in hand, and agriculture gradually receded into the background and became the solid backing of the national economy.
In winter, Jinling City is covered in snow and snow. However, in this cold season, tax money poured into the city like a tide, bringing a touch of warmth and prosperity to the city. Zhongshuling Liu Yong and Hubu Shangshu Tao Linong, these two important officials of the imperial court, were very busy, but their faces were filled with joy that could not be concealed. For them, the most satisfying thing in life is to watch the country's wealth grow day by day, and they are the guardians and witnesses of this wealth.
Liu Yong held the account book with statistics in his hands, his fingers trembling slightly with excitement. He announced loudly: "After all, the total tax revenue this year is 1.758 billion taels!" As soon as these words came out, there was an uproar in the Ministry of Household Affairs, and everyone was shocked by this astonishing figure. Seven hundred and fifty-eight million taels, this is simply an astronomical figure that is unbelievable.
When the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty heard this number, they all felt like hearing thunder and started talking about it. Liu Qingping asked in disbelief: "Is this number true?" Tao Linong's face turned red as if he was drunk, and he replied loudly: "It's absolutely true, 1,758 million taels of pure silver." The materials are not included in the warehouse!" The ministers were shocked by this figure again and could not believe that they could receive so much tax revenue in one year.
Those old officials who came from the Qing Dynasty were even more filled with emotion. They know that during the Qing Dynasty, even during the heyday of Kangxi and Qianlong, at the best of times, they only collected more than 40 million taels a year, and it also included a lot of real objects. But now, Dayan's tax revenue is more than forty times that of the Qing Dynasty! Although they all know that after the reform, the country will become stronger and stronger, and tax revenue will definitely increase, these figures still make them stunned, and their hearts are filled with infinite longing for Dayan's future.
Liu Yong did not dare to neglect and quickly reported the good news to Li Qingge. When Qingge heard this number, she just smiled and didn't say much. She had already had a premonition in her heart, knowing that this day would come sooner or later. The explosion of productivity brought about by the Industrial Revolution allowed machines to replace manpower, and efficiency increased several times. The national income and the country's wealth have also skyrocketed. This is just the beginning. In the future, wealth will accumulate like a snowball, eventually making Dayan the leader of the world.
All these changes are inseparable from Li Qingge’s wise decision-making and firm belief. She used her wisdom and courage to fight for equal rights for businessmen and brought prosperity and strength to the country. Under her leadership, Dayan is moving step by step towards a more glorious future.
Liu Yong stood in the splendid hall, looking at the majestic empress Li Qingge in front of him, who was wearing a dragon robe, and his heart was filled with endless emotions. He stroked his gray beard, with a hint of awe and admiration in his voice: "Your Majesty is really wise and has a far-sighted vision. We ministers are really beyond our reach. At the beginning, I thought that the country's money bag was the most important thing. It relies on the golden rice in the vast farmland, the crystal salt grains from the sun and rain in the salt fields, the delicate and silky silk, and the tough and sharp iron. Now, I suddenly realized that the real wealth actually comes from the calloused but never-ending hardworking hands of the people, the rapid changes led by the light of science and technology, and the quality of production efficiency. A great leap. This is really God’s great favor to us, Dayan!”
Tao Linong stood aside, nodding his head with excitement in his eyes. On his slightly rounded face, the corners of his mouth were raised, looking particularly excited: "That's true. I never dared to think that I could see so much money with my own eyes in this life. This year's taxes are all gone." The total wealth of the Qing Dynasty in half a century makes me surprised and happy, and the shock in my heart almost scares me."
While talking, the two of them cast their eyes in the direction of the treasury. There, the silver was piled like a mountain, 1.7 billion taels, shining with an alluring silver light, so much that it could hardly be contained. This money is not only enough to support the country's various expenditures, but there is still money left over to develop local infrastructure, improve people's livelihood, and enhance national strength. If they were all piled up in Jinling City, even the spacious treasury might not be able to contain this huge wealth.
At this time, Su Xiaomei on the side, wearing elegant official uniforms, smiling, gently corrected: "Master Tao, you are wrong. Although the Qing Dynasty taxation was spread all over the country, But the tax system at that time was not perfect, and the national power was weak in the late Qing Dynasty, and the people were in dire straits. Although our Dayan now only occupies the south, Jiangsu and Zhejiang are not. These places have been rich and prosperous since ancient times. The Qing Dynasty lost these places, and its fiscal revenue will naturally decrease. Therefore, our tax revenue this year may not even compare with the income of the Qing Dynasty in its heyday!"
"Yes, yes, I was negligent." Tao Linong slapped his forehead and admitted with a smile that he had not thought carefully. His naive look made everyone chuckle.
Liu Yong continued: "It seems that we, Dayan, only used half of the country to earn the wealth of the Qing Dynasty for fifty years or even more. If one day we unify the north, won't the taxes have to be doubled? How many times? By then, our national strength will surely reach a higher level! "
Tao Linong said happily: "The treasury is full, and the people feel at ease. Even if there are any natural or man-made disasters, we can immediately provide money for relief. Your Majesty, we no longer have to worry about it. You are truly our lucky star!”
Liu Yong nodded in agreement: "A country is like a person. It has food in its hands and does not panic in its heart. This is absolutely correct. Your Majesty, you not only give us food in our hands, but also give us confidence in our hearts!"
The next day, when the first ray of sunshine in the morning filled Jinling City, Li Qingge wore a luxurious dragon robe and walked steadily into the hall. The ministers had been waiting for a long time, and when they saw the empress arriving, they all swarmed up, their faces full of reverence and admiration. They fell to their knees one after another and shouted praises loudly, and their voices resounded throughout the hall.
"Your Majesty is really wise and mighty!" an old minister said with a trembling voice, and tears of excitement flashed in his eyes.
"The rule of Yao and Shun in ancient times was not as good as our current King Yan!" Another young minister said impassionedly, his face filled with pride and pride.
“Your Majesty’s holy merits and virtues are so radiant that the sun and the moon shine together. Hundreds of millions of people admire you!” A minister in gorgeous official uniform shouted loudly, his voice full of Endless admiration and adoration.
These words of praise came to Li Qingge one after another like a tide. After hearing this, although she felt a little embarrassed, she also felt quite puzzled. Why are the ministers so enthusiastic today? She frowned slightly, thought about it carefully, and finally understood the reason.
It turns out that the tax revenue this year is particularly large. No one has ever seen so much money. The shock and joy in my heart are indescribable. So, when excited, he said something excessive. Thinking of this, Li Qingge's lips curved into a faint smile. She knew that although these words of praise were a bit exaggerated, they contained the recognition and appreciation of the ministers for her philosophy of governing the country.
Since the feudal system was transformed into a constitutional system, scholars are still influenced by traditional concepts and do not think highly of women in power. Although Li Qingge established Dayan by force, the scholars did not think she was a wise king at first. They were filled with doubts and worries, worried that the empress would not be able to lead Dayan to prosperity.
However, Li Qingge did not let these doubts knock him down. As soon as she came to power, she implemented a series of reform measures, the most eye-catching of which was the land state-owned policy. Although this policy touched the interests of the scholars, it also laid a solid foundation for the long-term development of the country. Not only did Li Qingge not flinch, but he carried out the plan firmly. She used her actions to prove that women can also govern the country and even do better.
With the passage of time, Dayan, under the leadership of Li Qingge, gradually became prosperous and powerful. The national power is becoming stronger and stronger, the people live and work in peace and contentment, and the society is harmonious and stable. These achievements made the ministers truly believe in Li Qingge's ability to govern the country and his farsightedness. They began to sincerely admire the empress and regarded her as the lucky star and savior of Great Yan.
At this moment, facing the praise and admiration of the ministers, Li Qingge's heart was filled with pride and joy. She knew that behind these achievements was the hard work of countless people and the strong support of countless ministers. She bowed deeply and expressed her heartfelt thanks to the ministers. Then, she straightened her back and looked firmly into the distance. She knows that there is still a long way to go, and she needs to continue working hard to lead Dayan to a more glorious future.
However, in that changing era, she, Li Qingge, was able to resolutely promote the rapid development of economy, technology and military even though she touched the interests of those literati and conservatives. The Great Yan Dynasty was like a phoenix rising from the ashes, glowing with unprecedented prosperity. Her ability to govern the country not only surpassed that of any female monarch in history, but even those great monarchs who were praised by later generations would feel ashamed and secretly sigh under her light.
At first, when Li Qingge ascended the throne that symbolized supreme power, many of the officials looked down upon, despised, and even despised her. They thought, how could a woman control this huge empire and understand the intricate government affairs? However, as time passed, they were gradually impressed by her wisdom and moved by her unwavering determination. Every decision she makes is like a sharp sword, accurately piercing the core of the problem, leading the Great Yan Dynasty to become stronger step by step. Until the end, those courtiers who had once looked down upon her were convinced and fell in love with her, admiring her to the extreme.
Qingge knew that there were still many people in the court who were dissatisfied, and they were resisting her either openly or covertly. But she is backed by powerful force, and has firm belief and determination. She has a strong character, and the more she encounters voices of disobedience, the more she has to use practical actions to prove her strength. She understands that false reputations are meaningless, and that real achievements and national income are the most powerful proof. Therefore, relying on her outstanding political achievements, she gradually made the officials forget her gender and no longer pay attention to her beauty. Instead, they sincerely submitted to her and regarded her as the backbone of the Great Yan Dynasty.
With the passage of time, under the leadership of Qing Ge, the Dayan Dynasty gradually ushered in a new prosperous age. The national treasury is increasingly full, the people live and work in peace and contentment, and the society is harmonious and stable. Seeing all this, Qingge was filled with relief and pride. She knew that all these achievements were inseparable from the hard work of the ministers. So, she decided to implement a series of welfare policies to reward their efforts.
That day, she sat on the Nine Dragon Throne, wearing a gorgeous dragon robe and a beaded crown on her head, majestic and solemn. She looked around at the ministers and announced loudly: "The prosperity of Dayan is inseparable from your hard work. I am not someone who doesn't know rewards and punishments. Now I have decided to implement a welfare policy. At the end of each year, bonuses will be paid based on your political performance and income. . The better the performance, the richer the bonus will be.”
When this was said, the ministers were shocked again. They have been officials for many years and have never heard of such a welfare system. Most of the emperors of the previous dynasty were quite harsh and rarely took the initiative to reward their ministers with money. Especially during the Ming and Qing dynasties, Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty, hated corruption and set an unprecedentedly low salary; while the Qing Dynasty followed the Ming Dynasty's system, and officials' salaries were also very meager. As a result, officials have a difficult life and corruption is prevalent, which ultimately leads to the country's decline and people's livelihood hardship.
Emperor Sejong Yongzheng of the Qing Dynasty was a wise monarch. He saw this shortcoming, so he established the honest silver system, hoping to curb corruption through high salaries. However, this system was not fully implemented and only benefited local officials, while Beijing officials had no share. As a result, Beijing officials used their power for personal gain and embezzled local finances. During the reign of Emperor Gaozong and Qianlong, the Yanglian Bank existed in name only, corruption among officials became more rampant, and the country declined day by day. Later historians said: "The fall of the Ming Dynasty was the fault of Wanli; Qianlong was responsible for the decline of the Qing Dynasty."
Although Qing Ge knew something about the situation during the Qianlong period, the details were not clear. She saw that the salaries of officials were meager, and it coincided with the reform of the land system. Many landowners were deprived of their property and their lives were in trouble. As a result, she decided to significantly increase officials' salaries, including their travel and office expenses. In addition, she also established benefits such as housing subsidies, food and medical subsidies to ensure that officials can serve the country with peace of mind.
Such treatment made the ministers overjoyed. They didn't expect that the Queen would be so generous with year-end bonuses. Although they don't know the specific amount of the prize yet, they are very happy to have the prize. The ministers were full of joy and full of hope for their future career. They all expressed their gratitude to Qingge and vowed to work harder to serve the country.
Qing Ge looked at the excited expressions of the ministers, and his heart was filled with relief. She knows that these welfare policies can not only increase the enthusiasm of officials, but also stabilize the government and promote the long-term development of the country. She believed that with the joint efforts of all officials, the Great Yan Dynasty would be able to usher in a more prosperous future.
Since then, under the leadership of Qing Ge, the Dayan Dynasty has ushered in an unprecedented prosperous age. The treasury is full, the people are prosperous, and the society is harmonious. Qingge also won the respect and love of his ministers and the support of the people with his outstanding governance skills and profound people-oriented thinking. She proved with her actions that women can also control this huge empire and create brilliant achievements.
In the glorious and magnificent Yan Dynasty, Emperor Qingge, a heroic, brave and wise woman among women, was sitting in her splendid palace, staring at the mountains of memorials in front of her. Her face was cold and resolute, and there was an unquestionable majesty between her brows, but her deep eyes shone with deep love and responsibility for this land.
Emperor Qingge decided to closely link officials' year-end rewards with their political achievements and tax contributions. This decision was like a spring breeze blowing across the earth, instantly causing a sensation inside and outside the court. That year, the tax revenue of Dayan Kingdom reached 1.758 million taels. This was an eye-popping figure, which symbolized the prosperity and strength of the country. Emperor Qingge took out a part of it. The shining gold was like the light in her eyes, which was both an affirmation of the hard work of the officials and a hope for the future.
According to the rank of the officials, Emperor Qingge gave them different amounts of gold as rewards. When those officials with particularly outstanding political achievements hold heavy pieces of gold in their hands and their faces are filled with indescribable joy, they know that this glory and wealth were earned with their sweat and wisdom. Their bonuses are even more than a hundred times their annual salary, reaching as much as 70,000 to 80,000 taels, which is more than four times higher than the highest yanglianyin during the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty - more than 20,000 taels. Such a reward is undoubtedly the highest praise for their loyalty and ability.