Chapter 669: Xiao Zhengtai wants to apprentice

Regarding the two punishments mentioned by Wang Tianxie, the ministers present who have already been subdued expressed their understanding very much.

As for the group of ministers who are still more than three ministers in the future who are still Xiao Zhengtai, they listened curiously to Wang Tianxie's words.

"3. Those who unknowingly buy stolen goods are exempt from punishment, but they must return the goods to their owners in accordance with ancient laws." Wang Tianxie raised his third finger, and his mouth talked about the third punishment he made with the violent overage pseudo-loli Oda Nobuko and Mitsuhide big Lori.

"4. The taxation system that prevails in countries other than the Oda family shall be within the borders of this Azuchi Castle and all the countries of the Oda family...... All exempted! Wang Tianxie finally raised his fourth finger.

"Finally, the fifth point is that anyone who intends to buy or sell horses must do so at the local Oda family Onhime Exchange, and it is absolutely forbidden for those who wish to buy or sell horses to trade privately between countries or abroad. Violators will have their entire property confiscated as a punishment. Wang Tianxie said as he gave a thumbs up in his right hand.

His words made Konoe furrow thoughtfully for a long time.

In this troubled era of the Warring States, most of the general penal rules were "...... Those who commit this crime must be given ......", but Wang Tianxi said that the Oda family clearly stipulates that "...... Anyone who does so will be exempt from punishment ......"

A punishment similar to that of the Oda family was unprecedented in this troubled era of the Warring States period, and it also puzzled Konoe Maehisa, the first minister.

Wang Tianxie smiled and looked at his cheap brother, and did not continue to speak.

After so many years of mutual contact, he is still very confident in Konoe Maejiu, and believes that the other party will be able to read the hidden meaning of these four punishments.

Arson was the heaviest punishment of all punishments, as Konoe Maehisa could understand.

After all, the buildings in this troubled era of the Warring States period used wood as the main raw material, and if a fire broke out, the consequences could be said to be very serious.

As for other penalties such as hiding criminals and buying and selling stolen goods. After a detailed investigation, all unsuspecting persons will be acquitted, and only the offenders will be sentenced according to the severity of the sentence.

This is a place that Konoe couldn't figure out for a long time, and his thoughts were extremely incomprehensible.

"Ahh I get it! ”

Suddenly, a thought flashed through Konoe's mind, and he clapped his hands and shouted excitedly.

"The scope of non-punishment is expressly stipulated. Guide the townspeople in the right direction. In this way, you can not only win people's hearts smoothly, but also show your human side appropriately...... These four punishments are wonderful! Konoe said as he continued to dance.

In his opinion, the first four punishments of the Oda family were not only applicable to the samurai, but also more suitable for the implementation of the Heian-kyo Shitamachi.

Today, with the Oda family's military backing in terms of security, the castle town of Heiankyo can completely follow the example of the Oda family, and can achieve the same level that Wang Tianxian just said, so that the people of the castle can live and work in peace and contentment.

Of course, the specific operation needs to be discussed in detail with other ministers after returning to Beijing. It is impossible to directly copy the Oda family's approach.

As for Article 5, in this Warring States turmoil, horses are the main combat force, so they must be strictly controlled. The fifth rule of the Oda family is to deliberately control the horse market in order to control the number of horses in the sphere of influence.

It's just that this article doesn't have much merit for Heianjing, a place where civil officials are concentrated.

"Okay, everyone's tired. The luncheon will begin soon, and everyone will go with the maids to the bath and change clothes. Wang Tianxie did not continue. Instead, he stood up and said to the crowd with a smile.

He and Oda Nobuko had no intention of showing off anything about Azuchijo, and Konoe didn't hint at him wanting to explain anything in detail.

However, to his and Oda Nobuko's surprise, his words today were listened to by two well-intentioned people and remembered them more firmly.

The luncheon was held at the "Kihime Hot Pot Izakaya - Azuchijo Branch" in the castle town of Azuchi Castle, and the main course was of course the authentic Kihime Kuroge Wagyu hot pot that Koshota had been famous for a long time but had never tasted.

Wang Tianxie even arranged a group of younger Zhengtai to be by his side and Oda Nobuko. Tease each other by the way to alleviate the fright caused by the two large barrels firing just now.

"Xinfang, why don't you eat? Try this piece of Wagyu beef slices, it tastes great! Konoe asked with a smile as he touched the head of Nijo Nobubo, who was sitting next to him.

After listening to Wang Tianxie's story of "the wool comes out of the sheep", and then about the welfare and punishment of Azuchi. Xiao Zhengtai kept frowning.

"Uncle Qianjiu, you have been in contact with the Oda family for a long time, what kind of person is His Highness Nobuko and His Highness the Heavenly Evil?" Eight-year-old Xiao Zhengtai, who exudes a sense of maturity, asked curiously.

Konoe Mahaya was obviously stunned after listening to Xiao Zhengtai's words, and then saw Xiao Zhengtai very seriously staring at Oda Nobuko and Wang Tianxi, who were laughing and chatting not far away, Konoe Qianjiu instantly smiled.

Looks like this little guy understands my purpose in bringing him here. Konoe Maehisa thought this as he talked about how he first met Oda Nobuko and Wang Tianxi.

Among them, he focused on what considerations he had for marrying his sister to Wang Tianxie.

"Xinfang, have you ever heard the phrase 'laymen look at the excitement, insiders look at the doorway'?" Konoe asked earnestly in a long voice.

"The greatest weapon of our ministers is not force, but politics, and our noble status." Konoe paused for a long time, looked at Nobuko Oda and Wang Tianxi, who were playing games with several young ministers in the distance, and continued to talk.

"I don't understand the strength of the Oda family, I just know that it is proved by facts, so there is no need to question it. But what I really fancy is a series of internal policies promulgated by His Royal Highness Nobuko and His Highness Heavenly Evil. Konoe sighed suddenly.

Regarding this point, the first person of the future minister, Nijo Nobubo, who is still an eight-year-old little Shota, nodded in agreement.

He had never heard a truth like what Wang Tianxie said today, but he had to say that Wang Tianxie's words made this little Zhengtai feel refreshed, and even thoughtful.

Heiankyo naturally had a good understanding of the movements of the Oda family. As the first person in the future minister, he is naturally often asked to read these materials as children's books.

According to these sources, it was reported that living in Azuchi Castle would be protected by the Oda family and that they would be exempt from all taxes. Merchants from other countries flocked to the city.

The homes they built along the streets made every new town of the Oda family take shape in a short period of time.

Seeing this situation, the people who built the city naturally did not want to be left behind, and encouraged each other, and as a result, a virtuous circle was formed, which promoted the development of the new city.

"When you wander the streets and visit, you may only see paper lanterns from house to house. But what I saw was a city full of vigor and vitality, with neat and rigorous streets and houses, as if it had been developing for several years or even decades. Konoe continued for a long time.

"In particular, the main street of Zaza City is lined with silver buildings moved from Sakai Port, Kufu merchants from Heiankyo, knife houses from Yamashiro Province, and barrel houses from Nara...... Merchants selling daily necessities, dried fish, grains, and wild vegetables also came from other countries where they lived. Do you know what this means? Konoe became more and more excited the more he spoke, and finally grabbed the wine cup on the small wooden table in front of him and took a sip of the honey wine.

"This means I want to apprentice!"

Nine-year-old Shota picked up the juice in front of him. Looking at the sweet juice in the cup, a flash of determination suddenly flashed in his eyes.

Not only did he speak, but he also stood up with the wine glass in his hand, walked up to Wang Tianxie and Oda Nobuko, and "Bang!" with his legs! He knelt down in front of them.

"Uh...... What are you doing here? Get up! Wang Tianxie hurriedly planned to help Xiao Zhengtai up.

Even if the other party is only eight years old, his official position is on par with Oda Nobuko, which fully shows the nobility of the other party's identity.

"Your Highness the Heavenly Evil. Although he was young, he began to hear his elders mention the Oda family from the age of four. Therefore, I have always been very fond of the Oda family. This time, I followed my uncle to Azuchi, and I was deeply shocked by the scale of Azuchi. Xiao Zhengtai knelt on the ground and said loudly.

His words made Wang Tianxie involuntarily stop wanting to help the other party up.

Some people say that a woman's heart is elusive, but in fact, Zhengtai's heart is also elusive. Especially a young but smart, mature and steady Zhengtai.

It's like this one that is kneeling in front of Wang Tianxie and Oda Nobuko now, seriously. Wang Tianxie didn't understand what the other party wanted to do at all.

"Your Highness the Heavenly Evil, please accept it as a disciple! I hope to be able to follow you before the Yuan Service and learn from you how to manage a country. Nijo Shinfang's eyes were wide open, and he looked at Wang Tianxie without squinting. Endless determination in his eyes.

The reason why he said that he was before the Yuanfu was because on the day of the Yuanfu, he would succeed to the Eagle Division, which was also one of the five regent families, and as the heir of the Eagle Division, he served as the Gyeonggi Shoyi Guanbai, becoming the first minister after Konoe Qianjiu.

After listening to the words of this little Zhengtai, Wang Tianxiao glanced at Oda Nobuko in surprise, and then turned his head to look at Konoe Maehisa, he really couldn't imagine that this Zhengtai would make such a move.

"Huh...... Brother-in-law, you can promise him. Don't look at Xinfang's young age, but he is still very talented in Beijing. Konoe stepped forward for a long time and said with a smile.

He knows better than this Shota that the reason why the Oda family can have what it is today is that in addition to Oda Nobuko's personal charm, Wang Tianxi's assistance is definitely the biggest hero.

Therefore, not only did he not object to Nijo Nobubo worshipping Wang Tianxi, his brother-in-law, as a teacher, but he even felt a little relieved by this little Zhengtai's behavior.

It's hard to say what the future will be, but at the moment, Heiankyo is a system independent of the samurai, and even if there is an urgency to prosper in the shortest possible time, it is impossible for the Oda family to intervene like this.

Being able to learn some skills from Wang Tianxi, and then effectively use them in Heiankyo, is the most fundamental goal of Konoe Maejiu to bring a group of Shota to Azuchi Castle this time.

Of course, it is also necessary to sell some calligraphy and paintings of His Majesty the Emperor to the Oda family...... That's it. (To be continued......)