Chapter 695: Persuading the People
In the afternoon, the officers and soldiers of the county government rang gongs in the streets and alleys, saying that King Mu and Princess Mu were going to hold a meeting for the people in the city.
Many people had already heard of the two of them, and were curious about their purpose for suddenly being here, so they went there one after another.
Song Yunshu ordered people to set up a platform in the widest boundary of the city, and after a while, the surrounding area was crowded with water.
"I heard that this Princess Mu is very good at animal husbandry, but what is she doing here?"
"That's it, we don't raise livestock."
Before Song Yunshu appeared, the people began to talk about it under the stage, and they couldn't guess what the two of them were here for.
After a while, Song Yunshu stood on the platform and said loudly to the people: "People, I called the big guy here today, in fact, I want to tell you about going back to our town to develop breeding." ”
As soon as I heard her say this, most of the people have lost interest, it's not that they haven't done it, but it's really not good to do breeding in the town, it's hard and tired, and in the end the animals are all dead, and after a year of hard work, they can't earn a tael of silver.
The environment here is not suitable for breeding at all, even if this Princess Mu has great ability, can she still change the environment?
"Princess, it's the first time you've come to our small place, it's impossible for us to breed here, don't bother, we've all fallen, but we don't want to fall again."
The people also kindly reminded them that they were only Song Yunshu who was not familiar with their environment here.
"Yes, princess, we have something to do in the city now, and we are already very satisfied with our full meals, and we don't want to go back to toss again."
The people shook their heads and waved their hands, and even some of them had no patience to continue listening and planned to leave.
"Wait," Song Yunshu called out to them and explained, "Listen to me first, I know that you have raised animals before, but the results were not satisfactory, so you chose to leave the town and come here, but I want to ask you, do you really want to live here all the time?" Your parents and family are in town now, don't you want to go back and live with them? ”
Some of them were silent, of course they were willing to go home, but due to the pressure of life, in order to feed their families, they had to come to the city to make a living.
Seeing this, Song Yunshu knew that he had said something on their minds, so he continued: "Have you ever thought about it, if you have been working outside, then the situation in our town will get worse and worse, and your children and grandchildren will only be like you now, leaving their hometowns to survive, so I hope you can go back and develop our town, which is also for the sake of your family and future generations." ”
"Princess, we also understand what you said, but there is really nothing we can do." The faces of the people were full of gloom, and who would not want to pave the way for their descendants.
Song Yunshu saw hope, as long as they were willing to go back.
"I know that because of the soil and the environment, the vegetation and livestock you raised before in our town are dead, so you don't dare to do it anymore, but I can tell you responsibly that I have now found a way to solve these difficulties, as long as you are willing to go back, not only can you be with your family, but I can guarantee that it will be better than your current life."
"Really?"
"I'm afraid this princess is not talking big, is she? We've tried everything, but it doesn't work, what can she do? ”
"Who knows, they all say that this princess is very powerful, maybe people really have a way."
The people began to mumble quietly, and when they heard her words, they all began to hesitate, some were gradually persuaded by her, and naturally some did not believe her words at all.
In addition, there are some people who have already found a suitable and regular livelihood in the city, and it is impossible for them to give up like this and do what they have failed to do.
"Princess, don't say it, I won't go back anyway, you are a dignified princess, you don't understand our difficulties, we have managed to save some money all year round, if we fail again, then our future days will be even more difficult, I don't want to take risks."
Song Yunshu also knew that it would be difficult for them to make such a decision, so he patiently explained, "I know your difficulties, so if you are willing to go back now, I will pay for the first batch of animal cubs and saplings you raise, and you can go to the county every year to receive a reward, with this money, even if you really fail, you won't go hungry." ”
At this time, the faces of the people showed a look of hesitation, and some of them were already ready to move.
If they can get a sum of money that can guarantee their livelihood, then they can give it a try, after all, they are more willing to go home than to work in the city.
"Princess, is this true? As long as we agree to go back now, we can go and receive the reward every year in the future? ”
"Of course, I mean what I say, if you don't believe it, you can ask the county officer."
The county magistrate over there was standing under the platform, and he walked up and assured everyone: "I can testify, the princess did not lie to everyone, folks, Lord Mu and the princess are here to help us this time, we should seize the opportunity to let our town develop and let our children live a good life!" ”
With Song Yunshu and the county Cheng guaranteeing together, those hesitant people have gradually dispelled the scruples in their hearts, and some people have begun to raise their hands and be willing to go back.
"Princess, I'm willing to go back with you!"
"I would like the princess too!"
Seeing that someone had raised their heads, several people behind them also stood up and expressed their willingness.
Of course, some people are still skeptical of Song Yunshu's words, and they are very determined not to go back, while others are still hesitating.
Song Yunshu was not reluctant, as long as some people went back and succeeded, the other people would naturally see the benefits, and they would go back by themselves without persuasion.
"Well, since you are willing to go back, we will meet in the town tomorrow, and I will teach you how to breed and plant."
After finishing speaking, Song Yunshu and the county Cheng stepped down, and those people left with different thoughts and expressions.
Xian Cheng's mood at this time was even more complicated, although he was very cooperative with Song Yunshu to persuade the people just now, but he still had concerns in his heart, since he had promised everyone, if something went wrong, the prince and princess would leave, and he would be scolded in the end.
Knowing the concerns in his heart, Song Yunshu comforted and said: "County Cheng, don't worry, I am responsible for this matter, and I am confident that there will be no problem." ”
The county sighed, the matter has come to this, even if it is useless to worry.
On their way back to the town, they saw that some of the people couldn't wait to return to the town, and Song Yunshu chatted with them a little to make them more confident.
On the second day, a large number of people who came back gathered at the gate of the county mansion, waiting for Song Yunshu's instructions.