Peasant Woman’s Decreed Life as a Wife

Chapter 2551: Chapter 2548: Suggestions

Emperor Xuanming’s emotions were somewhat surging as he looked at the young and radiant Chu Jin, sighing, “It’s a pity, I am already old.”

“Emperor, you are being too modest. Not to mention your current good health, you are still quite young.” Chu Jin wouldn’t stupidly fall into the conversation; if Emperor Xuanming was deeply immersed in the dream of wanting longevity, he would surely be in trouble.

“Emperor, your merits will last for ages, as long as you take good care of your health, it’s a blessing for our people.” Chu Jin, sweet-tongued, praised him without leaving a trace.

For an emperor, there is no one who doesn’t wish to be a wise ruler.

At least those capable of being a wise ruler wouldn’t miss such a good opportunity, especially one that would be celebrated through the ages.

“You are right, I too want to see a prosperous Great Chu.” Emperor Xuanming was in a fairly good mood.

He naturally agreed to Chu Jin’s request, simply providing some convenience for the Official Gazette Office. He wouldn’t refuse such a trivial matter.

Chu Jin was immensely grateful.

“Emperor, don’t be too burdened, nowadays by hosting just one competition, you already have so much talent. Leave the small matters to these subjects. Otherwise, why keep them?” Chu Jin spoke with a seemingly self-evident tone.

Emperor Xuanming liked this statement very much. Indeed, he used to be both worried and restrained by his subjects. Being called an emperor, yet unable to live freely, could this still be considered being an emperor?

“Since you say so, won’t you and your father refuse my enslavement?” Emperor Xuanming asked deliberately.

Upon hearing this, Chu Jin immediately felt guilty: “Emperor, please don’t tell my father those words came from your subject. Otherwise, my father will surely be upset with me for disturbing his time with Mother.”

“Haha, you rascal…” Emperor Xuanming laughed heartily.

“However, Emperor, since there’s more government affairs, could you possibly increase the salary for the subjects?” Chu Jin asked shamelessly.

Emperor Xuanming feigned a cold face, “You are the first to dare complain about the salary in front of me. You have quite the courage.”

“Emperor, my boldness is just to avoid trouble.” Chu Jin said with a wrinkled face.

“Oh? What kind of trouble are you trying to avoid?” Emperor Xuanming awaited his explanation.

Chu Jin counted on his fingers, “Emperor, you see, there’s a saying among the people: if you want the horse to run, you must feed it grass. This applies to the official circle as well.”

“With a higher salary for subjects, they won’t harbor devious thoughts to embezzle silver, nor worry about unrest in the household due to lack of silver.”

“Moreover, the time they save on other matters could be used for handling government affairs. With rising achievements, promotions follow, leading to a better life. This is competition, preventing any from becoming lazy or corrupt.”

“Naturally, with this approach, the laws must be stricter; those violating the laws, regardless of their status, must be dealt with without exception. This way, the yamen will be filled with diligent workers, reducing corruption.”

“I believe there are quite a few Clan Youngsters in the capital, some are excellent, while others flaunt their elders’ influence, and even more, secretly break the law.”

“I think such individuals should implicate their elders, as when a son is not taught well, the father bears responsibility. If it weren’t for family indulgence, these profligate sons wouldn’t knowingly do wrong.”

“If one can’t even manage their own family, how can they manage governmental affairs?”

“With fewer troubles, everyone handles actual matters, each region develops quickly, and the prosperous age you desire will naturally appear.”