Chapter 114: Demanding 10 million taels at the start, such a huge appetite!


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    To think that they still have no idea and are producing these problematic big balloons at any cost!


    In the end, they lost a great deal of manpower and resources, but gained nothing!


    The Empress couldnt help but burst intoughter!


    Lin Beifans move is truly ruthless and brilliant!


    With minimal effort and without deploying military forces, he weakened the strength of all the vassal kings, allowing my own power to rapidly expand!


    The scales of victory are gradually tipping in my favor!


    Kings, none of you could have expected this, right?


    The Empress was extremely proud.


    Now, she held the legitimate title and possessed arge amount of wealth, allowing her to develop her hidden forces.


    The longer the time dragged on, the more advantageous it became for her.


    She increasingly admired and appreciated Lin Beifan.


    This guy was always unpredictable, often causing her headaches, but he proved to be the most reliable at crucial moments.


    As she thought about it, she found herself missing that guy somewhat.


    Oh, how is Sir Lin doing now? He has been so quiet these past few days. Its not like him! Oh, didnt I reward him with a good piece ofnd? Did he ept it?


    The old eunuch lowered his head and reported, Your Majesty, Sir Lin has been busy running between the Imperial Academy, the Ministry of Industry, and the Forbidden Armys camp these past few days. His official duties are quite demanding! As for thend, Sir Lin has not epted it yet!


    He hasnt epted it? This wont do! The Empress urged, Go and remind him to ept thend as soon as possible! Only withnd will he settle down!


    Yes, Your Majesty! The old eunuch bowed and left.


    Soon after, the old eunuch personally visited Lin Beifans residence.


    Wang Gonggong, its said that one should not enter the Treasure Hall without a reason. What brings you here? Lin Beifan greeted with a smile.


    Sir Lin, it is Her Majestys order for me toe. The old eunuch chuckled.


    Do you have any instructions from Her Majesty? Lin Beifan was puzzled as he felt that there hadnt been much going on recently.


    Sir Lin, have you forgotten? Her Majesty once rewarded you with a hundred mu of goodnd, but you havent gone to im it yet! Her Majesty grew impatient, so she sent me to remind you! the old eunuchughed.


    Lin Beifan pped his forehead. Oh, dear, Ive been busy with official dutiestely and forgot. Im sorry!


    In reality, he never took it seriously. After all, he was someone who could be on the run at any moment, and he couldnt take thend with him. What use did he have for it? So he unconsciously forgot about it.


    Sir Lin, youre currently in favor and working diligently for Her Majesty, so its understandable that your official duties keep you busy. However, you cant neglect thend! Can you find some time to apany me? Otherwise, if Her Majesty mes me, it wont be good for me either! The old eunuch forced a smile.


    Where is thisnd? Is it far? Lin Beifan asked.


    Not far, its just outside the city! This is a piece ofnd specially selected by Her Majesty for you! The old eunuch said enviously.


    Alright, since thats the case, lets go take a look! Lin Beifan nodded.


    Good, please follow me! The old eunuch led the way.


    Lin Beifan brought along Li Shi Shi and others, so they could recognize the way.


    After about an hour, they arrived outside the city.


    The old eunuch pointed to a fertile and neatly organized piece ofnd. Sir Lin, this is the goodnd rewarded to you by Her Majesty, a total of 100 mu! Its not far from the capital city, making it convenient to manage. What do you think?


    (Tln: 1 mu about 666 square meters, approximately 9 ser fields could fit into an area of 100 mu.)


    At a nce, it was indeed goodnd, as the rice fields were thriving.


    Having spent over three years in this world, Lin Beifan had never seen such excellent farnd before.


    Lin Beifan nodded and smiled. Its excellent. I really like it. Please convey my thanks to Her Majesty, Wang Gonggong!


    Sir Lin, as long as youre pleased with it! The old eunuch also smiled and took out a box containing several papers. He advised, These are thend deeds for this piece ofnd. Please keep them safe, Sir Lin!


    Thank you, Wang Gonggong! Lin Beifan received it with both hands.


    Its nothing. Ill go back and report now!


    Take care, Wang Gonggong!


    At this moment, holding thend deed in his hand and looking at the fertilend in front of him, Lin Beifan felt a bit confused.


    Is it this easy to be a wickedndlord, exploiting the farmers in the old society?


    He sighed silently in his heart.


    After all these years, Ive be the person I despise the most!


    But this feeling


    I like it!


    Husband, we have our ownnd now! Li Shi Shi was overjoyed.


    For people living in this era, having their own piece ofnd meant having a means of livelihood, it meant having hope, it meant they wouldnt starve to death.


    This is a sense of security that money cannot bring!


    Just like now, many people, even when they have money, still want to buy a house to feel secure.


    Its a tradition deeply ingrained in our bones.


    Shi Shi, youre happy too early! Lin Beifan sighed and smiled bitterly. With the things weve done, well eventually have to leave this ce. We cant take thisnd with us. Whats the use of having it?


    Husband, what you said is true! Li Shi Shis mood dampened.


    Lin Beifan felt a pang of heartache and quicklyforted her, Dont worry! Everything will be fine! No difficulty can defeat me! The world is vast, and there will always be a ce for us to settle!


    Wherever my husband is, thats where our home is! Li Shi Shi smiled and nestled gently against Lin Beifan. The two of them enjoyed this moment of tranquility.


    Meanwhile, Lin Beifans mind began to wander.


    Although he couldnt take thisnd with him and it wouldnt bring him significant profits, he could use it as a test field for hybrid rice.


    It was much better than the small experimental field at the Imperial Academy.


    With this in mind, Lin Beifan said to Dali with determination, Dali, I need you to go to the Imperial Academy! Gather the students responsible for hybrid rice research and tell them that I have a good piece ofnd that can be used as a test field for hybrid rice!


    Alright, young master!


    In about half an hour, they all arrived.


    Seeing this vast fertilend, they were extremely delighted.


    Director Lin, this fertilend is truly fertile!


    Its perfect for use as a test field!


    We can have a great experiment here!


    Lin Beifan smiled and said, Everyone, work hard! This is a great undertaking that will bring glory to our generation and benefit future generations! If we seed, I will report to the court and rmend all of you for recognition! There will be promotions and titles waiting for you!


    The students were overjoyed because there were precedents for this. Previously, the students who worked on the research of hot air balloons received praise from the court, which made their career paths smoother. If they were able to develop hybrid rice that increased productivity and solved the food problem for themon people, what kind of rewards would they receive?


    The students eximed in unison, Thank you very much, Sir!


    Lin Beifan nodded with a smile.


    Husband, is it really possible to develop this hybrid rice? Li Shi Shi couldnt help but ask.


    It will definitely be possible! Lin Beifan was full of confidence. If everything goes smoothly, we will reap the harvest on this day next year! Its not just wishful thinking, it will be a reality!


    If you really seed, my husband, you will be regarded as a sage of ancient times and your name will be remembered for generations! Li Shi Shi said excitedly.


    Lin Beifan shook his head and smiled. I havent thought that far ahead! I just want to do something within my capabilities and help others in any way I can. As for how others see me, its not my concern.


    Amitabha! Master, you truly embody the spirit of a true Buddha in this world! Two monks folded their hands together in admiration.


    However, we still need more people! Help me gather the tenant farmers from here!


    Before long, dozens of farmers gathered, looking anxious as they gazed at Lin Beifan.


    They had already heard that Lin Beifan was extremely greedy. Could it be that he was dissatisfied with the previous rent distribution system and wanted to demand more money?


    One elderly farmer, gathering his courage, asked, Sir Lin, you summoned us here. What is the matter?


    I intend to take back thisnd to cultivate hybrid rice, Lin Beifan replied.


    The farmers panicked upon hearing this and fell to their knees.


    Sir, you cant take back thend! What will we eat and drink? My whole family depends on thisnd!


    Please have mercy on us and leave us a way to survive!


    We truly beg you, sir!


    Lin Beifan frowned, Listen to me till the end! Although I will take back thisnd, Im not going to drive you away. I intend to use it for cultivating hybrid rice.


    As for what hybrid rice is, you dont need to worry about it. Just follow these students and do what they ask you to do. Take good care of the farnd. As long as you obey and perform well, I will pay each of you one or two taels of silver as wages every month!


    One or two taels of silver per month! The farmers were shocked.


    You see, as lower-ss farmers, they would earn at most four or five taels of silver in a year through their hard work, and thats assuming a decent harvest. If they were to receive one or two taels of silver per month, it would be 12 taels in a year!


    Nearly double the amount!


    Sir Lin, are you telling the truth? It was the same old farmer, asking with excitement and anticipation.


    Lin Beifan stood with his hands behind his back, Of course! Why would I deceive you? Do you think I cant afford a mere amount of silver?


    They all remembered his wealth and felt reassured. He was a person of status and wealth, so there was no need for him to deceive them.


    Good! Sir, I will work with you!


    Sir, I will work with you too!


    As long as we dont starve, we will do whatever you ask us to do!


    A wise choice. I like obedient people! Lin Beifan snapped his fingers and said to Dali beside him, Give each of them one or two taels of silver to improve their lives! If they continue to perform well in the future, reward them further!


    The farmers were overjoyed, Thank you, Sir Lin!


    Under Lin Beifans benevolent and authoritative influence, the farmers expressed their gratitude and enthusiastically participated in the construction of the experimental fields to help Lin Beifan cultivate hybrid rice.


    The farnd was a scene of bustling activity.


    This day next year will be the time of harvest!


    With hybrid rice, Great Wus power will undergo a tremendous transformation!


    Lin Beifan felt that he couldnt afford to lose after making such a significant contribution to the Empress and the Da Wu Empire.


    Therefore, the next morning during the court session, Lin Beifan submitted a petition.


    I humbly report to Your Majesty that my research on hybrid rice has entered a critical stage, but we are currently in dire need of funds. I respectfully request an allocation of 10 million taels for research purposes. I am deeply grateful!


    As soon as he uttered these words, the entire court was in an uproar!


    The Empress twitched her mouth. Asking for 10 million taels right off the bat, such a huge appetite!


    Did he be too greedy recently, inted, and carried away?


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