Chapter 1125: Carrying on the Past and Opening up the Future (Part 15)

"Private property of individuals is sacred and inviolable. No institution or individual may embezzle or occupy citizens' personal assets under any excuse!" Ning Xin read the bill drafted by Gao Yuan in a low voice. Ye Jing'er and He Lanyan on the other side looked at Gao Yuan with their mouths wide open. .

"Brother, does this mean that if the imperial court wants to requisition private goods in the future, it will not be possible?" Ye Jing'er asked in a daze.

"Of course, if the imperial court wants to requisition, it must pay a corresponding price." Gao Yuan nodded and said: "In fact, in our Han Dynasty, these policies have already started. For example, we are now expanding Jicheng and demolishing the houses of the people of Jicheng. , not only did the foundation have to be redrawn, but considerable expenses had to be paid, and corresponding compensation was also given for the farmland occupied."

"Can't you even requisition the people's belongings at will?" He Lanyan held little Gao Ning in her arms and was trying hard to braid Gao Ning's sparse hair into a small braid.

"Of course, once the bill is passed, everyone from me, the king, to the common people must abide by it." Gao Yuan nodded.

He Lanyan suddenly laughed, "Brother Gao, doesn't it seem that we violated the law when we raided big households?" Thinking of the activities that he did in order to raise military expenses, He Lanyan couldn't help but giggle. Get up and say, "If you introduce such a bill now, wouldn't you be slapping yourself in the mouth?"

"This time is also the other time." Gao Yuan said without blushing: "At that time, we were considered destroyers of order. It was a stage of barbaric accumulation. Otherwise, we would not survive. But now, we It is the guardian of order, so it is natural. Think about it, those businessmen, workshop owners, and those who have made fortunes through their own intelligence and wisdom, if they cannot clearly understand the property If one day they disappear due to an order from the imperial court, how can they safely contribute their every effort to the Han Dynasty?"

"But if this is the case, how can the majesty of the imperial court exist?" Ye Jing'er asked. Since ancient times, in the imperial court, the king has controlled the life, death, honor and disgrace of his subordinates, confiscating the family and annihilating the clan. Of course, Ye Jing'er remembers the two times of the Ye family. In trouble, the wealth gathered by the huge Ye family was instantly reduced to nothing.

"The imperial court, the majesty of the king is not reflected through this." Gao Yuan said with a smile. "The majesty of a country can only be displayed when it is external. Its greatest function is to let its people walk under this sky. , always honor the country behind you, this is the majesty of the imperial court."

"Brother Gao said this and I understand a little bit. I think back then, when the caravan owned by our Ning family traveled between countries, we had to carefully manage the dignitaries of various countries. If we were not careful, the goods would often be swallowed up and the people would be killed. This is still the fate of our Ning clan, not to mention ordinary merchants. It is a common thing to lose both people and money, but now, our merchants from the Han Dynasty can travel between Chu and Qin without any hindrance. If you dare to create difficulties, you are relying on the great power of my great man."

"That's the truth!" Gao Yuan clapped his hands and said with a smile: "Think about it, if such a country exists, will the people not support this country? Will they not support the people who control this country? Now we are Han businessmen, factory owners, and mine owners. There are more and more people, and this bill is to give these people a reassurance that they can work hard in the Han Dynasty. Your wealth belongs to you."

"Where are those who committed crimes?" Ye Jing'er asked.

"The Private Property Act protects clean property." Gao Yuan said with a smile: "If it is illegal income, then it is a different matter. Not only will it be confiscated, but a fine will also be imposed. Of course, this is another law."

"When this bill is sent to the Grand Assembly, it will of course be passed without a doubt. Those members of the Grand Assembly from various states are mostly squires, businessmen, and factory owners who are famous in the local area. Of course, they will support it with both hands." Ning Xin said with a smile: "The resistance will come from officials instead, because this will further suppress their rights."

"The roles of our officials must slowly change. They must adapt to their new roles. I have never agreed with this concept. Our officials should serve the people. They should be servants and waiters of the people. They should serve the people. Solve problems instead of being above the people. Of course, it is very difficult to change this concept. Not to mention officials, even the people may not be able to turn this corner for a while. Maybe it will take one or even several generations. It will take time to complete it. But I must lay the foundation well." Gao Yuan said thoughtfully.

"Brother, are you taking a step too far? In the past two years, the laws and bills introduced one after another have been dizzying and overwhelming. There are so many complaints from the officials below!" Ning Xin pondered for a moment, "They all say that we are It’s hard to be an official for a big man!”

Gao Yuan chuckled, "I know, but you need to know more that if I do some things, I'm afraid it will be easier in the future. With me under my control, even if many people have objections and resentments, They don’t dare to show it, and they have to do things well seriously. Slowly they will get used to it and form an inherent understanding. If it is delayed and put on our next generation, it may not be successful. Already."

"Brother Gao, what are you talking about?" Ye Jing'er glanced at him angrily, "You have just turned thirty years old. Even if you only live to be a hundred years old, you don't have seventy years to complete these things. Why are you so eager for success? I'm afraid that if I try to force things out, I'll end up with a monster!"

"I've thought about it too, but after thinking about it for a long time, I decided to launch a lot of things as soon as possible. Do you know why?" Gao Yuan asked, looking at his three wives.

All three of them shook their heads.

"Our Han Dynasty has just founded the country, and officials at all levels, whether local or military, still maintain an upward and vigorous heart. They may not understand new things, but they will still try them, but As time goes by, for a big tree, the deeper its roots are, the more closely entangled it becomes. The intricate interest relationships will make them lose their original ideals. When huge interest relationships are formed and they want to change, That will be difficult." Gao Yuan exhaled a long breath: "Now while these roots are still growing, I will first set up the rules for them. There may be some scratches, but they will always have time to grow downwards. , growing together with these new things. As for what you said, Jing'er, about the possibility of growing into a freak, it is not impossible. But didn't you say that I can live for seventy years? Then there are seventy years. I keep an eye on it and make corrections from time to time, trying my best to make it produce a delicious fruit."

Gao Yuan thought of that world in another time and space, where people in many countries fought tirelessly to have these rights, but they paid with their blood and lives. In that process, the turbulent society and the disintegrated order made it difficult for human lives to survive. The scene was so frivolous that I couldn't help but shake my head.

As the founder of a country, Gao Yuan wanted to use his supreme authority in the country, as well as the unlimited support of the people and the unlimited obedience of officials, to pull out the seedlings in a true sense. Of course, he had to pull out the seedlings himself, but he also had to Only by watering and fertilizing frequently can the seedlings be prevented from dying.

Looking at Ye Jing'er and Ning Xin, who looked a little solemn, Gao Yuan decided to relax the atmosphere, "Besides, I'm thinking about myself too. Think about it, we are now considered rich people, and we are the No. 1 Wu's Liquor Company." As for the second shareholder, as for Procter & Gamble Co., Ltd., we are still the largest shareholder. These are all making money every day. With this private bill, when Wang Wudi is short of money in the future, he will try to take advantage of me again. I refused categorically. This is my private property!"

Hearing his words, Ye Jing'er actually laughed: "Look what you said, the entire Han Dynasty belongs to you. Wang Wudi is a miser and a miser, but he also looks after the house for you!"

"It's wrong!" Gao Yuan shook his head repeatedly: "Jing'er, over the years, why have I insisted that Wang Wudi pay me a salary, and even got a share for each of you, just to separate the home from the country? Come on. The family is unworthy of the world. Although we, the Gao family, are kings, we are only the controllers of this country. If the Han Dynasty is compared to a big ship, we, the Gao family, are the captain, but this ship is not related to the sailors. Only if the sailors think that the boat also belongs to them and is their property and life, will they spare no effort to maintain the safety of the boat. Once the boat capsizes, everyone will die. If those sailors are allowed to The sailors thought that even if this boat capsized, if they could still climb onto another boat, then our Gao family would be doomed."

"Shared with the people?" Ye Jing'er looked at Gao Yuan in shock, "Is that what you think?"

"Yes, it's like Procter & Gamble Co., Ltd. We are just shareholders, just the largest shareholder. Think about it, if Ke Zhen and Jiang Dalang don't run their business carefully, then what's the point of us being a major shareholder? That's right. It's because Ke Zhen and Jiang Dalang regard Procter & Gamble Co., Ltd. as their most important property, so they work hard to run it and maintain it carefully!"

Listening to Gao Yuan's words, Ye Jing'er and Ning Xin both fell into deep thought. Even He Lanyan on the side gave up trying to braid Gao Ning's hair and stared at Gao Yuan blankly.

Looking at the expressions of the three of them, Gao Yuan thought with some embarrassment. The amount of information was too big, and I'm afraid it would be difficult for them to turn around for a while, but it didn't matter. I would slowly instill it into them. If even the people closest to me could understand it, If you can't change, what else can you accomplish? The officials and citizens of the Han Dynasty have undergone tremendous changes over the years. Slowly, they will understand their intentions. I hope this time will be shorter. ( To be continued)