Chapter 657, the Free Ones Are Often the Most Expensive

In fact, a series of changes in the development of human history are inseparable from the relationship between people and the land, that is, the relationship between productivity and population. Whatever the productivity, there will naturally be corresponding systems and laws of population development corresponding to it.

Naturally, if the productivity is unlimited, then the whole society will naturally enter into the ideal state of "Under Heaven" and distribute according to needs.

It's a pity that this is impossible, at least it is impossible for Ryan, in fact, even the emperor's human empire cannot do it.

Relatively speaking, the evolution of the system should follow the evolution of productive forces step by step, instead of being full of certain ideas, without any consideration of reality and national conditions, which is a dogmatic error.

And in this world, is the contradiction between nobles and serfs the fundamental contradiction?

No, the fundamental contradiction faced by human beings in this world is the contradiction of survival. Under the huge external pressure, both the nobles and the serfs know how to tolerate it. The knights and nobles know that they can’t force the serfs so that they can’t survive, and there will be relief. The serfs also knew that without the knights and lords, they would have no way to fight against the evil invasion, so they also restrained themselves from their plight and being exploited.

It can only be said that Brittania took a different route from the empire. The origin of the empire was the rise of human tribes, and a group of barbarians established the empire in blood and fire, while Britannia was founded by Brittany. The rider tribes of the Ni people crossed the Gray Mountains. In the twelve battles since the founding of the country, the first knight king and the twelve first Holy Grail knights were of noble origin. Different ways of founding a country determine the fundamental differences in the system.

Ryan knew that the fairy in the lake was not unreasonable to worry about. Although the system of serf household registration and redemption can allow the nobles to obtain a lot of compensation in the short term, it still essentially tilts the balance towards the serfs, plundering the noble knights in a certain way asset.

Many knight nobles are not really stupid, they can see it.

But Ryan also has his own considerations and advantages over him.

First of all, Ryan's reputation in the kingdom and even the old world has reached its peak. Over the years, he has helped the whole kingdom to relieve internal and external troubles like a firefighter. He is the hero of the kingdom. His great prestige makes the dukes dare not directly oppose it his decision.

Secondly, as I said before, the Kingdom of Knights, like the Empire, is facing huge external pressure. The bonus period for beheading Egil-Red Eye has gone. Sporadic invasions by Norsca longships had begun to take place with Lyonnaise, and the frequency was increasing and frequent.

In this case, the serfs would be willing to make concessions, and the nobles would also be willing to make concessions. In this world, the most important thing is to survive.

Finally, there is the issue of water conservancy projects for the dwarves and the promotion of new farm tools. Over the past few years, Bellegar and his Angrund clan have contracted almost all the construction of water conservancy projects and the promotion of new dwarf farm tools in Britannia. To put it simply, there is no need for so many serfs in the fields.

Then, how to calculate the redemption amount will be the key. If the redemption amount is too high, the nobles will naturally be willing, but this policy is of little significance, because the serfs simply cannot afford so much money. If the redemption amount is too low, the nobles Definitely not.

The fairy in the lake walked into the bedroom. At the end of October, the climate of the fairy tower in the lake is gradually shrouded in cold air. The goddess's dress today is simple and elegant without losing a sense of nobility. She is full of fairy spirit. She is stepping on milky white Walking in the room with high heels, the goddess frowned with a pair of beautiful golden eyebrows, and reached out to touch Ryan's forehead: "The ransom of the serf must not be too low, otherwise I will not be able to help you."

"That's right, Ryan, you have to know that gods belong to gods, and mortals belong to mortals." Mogiana, the witch of the lake god, also said: "If this measure is opposed by all the dukes,

Then not even the lady's oracle can help you. "

"This ransom must not be less." Ryan thought about it carefully, and said: "My suggestion is, first of all, it can't be achieved after only two years of hard work. Secondly, different principalities have different economic levels, and they cannot be unified. , In my territory, it costs 15 gold crowns to redeem a person's serf household registration, but if it is the entire immediate family, including parents, wives and children, then 50 gold crowns per household, what is the price?"

The fairy in the lake thought about it carefully, and then nodded: "If it's this price, it should be acceptable. Most of the serfs in your territory are rich, and some people can afford this money."

"Then, first, conduct a trial in my territory and the Principality of Wenford, and don't promote it to the whole country for the time being." Ryan was relieved to see the fairy in the lake agreeing, and he continued: "My territory and Francois's The territory is the richest area in the entire kingdom, followed by Boldero, and if all goes well, it will be extended to the whole country."

"It seems that you have considered it very maturely, my champion." The fairy in the lake nodded approvingly, she moved lightly, walked to the window, and through the window sill, she cast her gaze into the distance shrouded in thick fog: "I Just to remind you, don't let the serfs think that it is too easy to get free, and at the same time, don't let the knights and nobles think that even if the serfs become free people, they are still at their mercy. You need to grasp the scale well. Don't be like the Sun Knight under your command who almost couldn't control his subordinates."

"Well, that's right." Morgiana completely obeyed the will of the fairy in the lake.

What Morgiana was talking about was an incident that happened at the Baron Biocari of the Duchy of Musillon, Juan Carlos, when Ryan was away.

After Juan became a baron, he naturally began to manage his own territory. He invested all the money captured in the war and Ryan's reward into his own territory, and then recruited serfs and formed infantry just like Ryan. At the same time, he also relied on his amazing diplomatic skills to persuade the wood elves to join the war.

It was a hard time at the beginning, Mu Xilong built a new building, Juan's territory was seriously problematic, the remnants of vampires who lingered, the Skaven under the Orphan Hill, and the beasts in the Arden Forest Human tribes come and go from time to time, and even Biocari Castle, which is the seat of government, cannot completely get rid of the flames of war. Juan continues to launch public security wars. He sees that the serfs and infantry are fighting hard, so he increases the benefits and benefits, except for food. In addition to living, additional military pay is also issued.

Juan's kindness did not make the serfs grateful to Dade. On the contrary, the serf soldiers became lazy and unwilling to fight. Catching up with the battlefield is also passive sabotage.

Juan quickly discovered this problem. He found that due to the high salary, the soldiers were unwilling to fight to the death, and their combat effectiveness declined. The young baron immediately and decisively ordered the dismantling of the existing infantry battalion. As a result, the soldiers almost mutinied. The elf helped Juan to suppress it, and he was almost stuck in a tavern and couldn't get out!

Only then did Juan realize why Ryan strictly controlled the welfare and military pay of the serfs and infantrymen under his command. The military pay of more than a dozen copper coins a week was just enough to go to the bar once a week to relax on the day of rest.

Want to get rich, want to get promoted? Want to go to the bar for a drink more often and improve your life?

Fight hard!

The ending of this matter was that Morgiana intervened and hanged more than a dozen serfs in one breath before it was over. The ending of the matter was not only what Morgiana didn't want to see, but also what Juan and Musillon didn't want to see Yes, in the end it was a three-lose situation. When Juan tried to recruit new troops, the serfs in the territory were no longer willing to believe in the baron’s sincerity, and they were unwilling to accept the ending of the cancellation of benefits. It was even rumored in private that Juan The level of this baron from a foreign country is really not good.

Ryan just smiled after learning about this incident. This is a tempering on the road to growth, and I hope Juan can learn from it.

"I see, my lady." Ryan stood up, he walked to the side of the fairy in the lake, and looked at the dense fog outside the tower with her: "I know very well that one of my brothers once said, Great rewards are meaningless if they are readily available without challenge."

"Very good." The fairy in the lake took the initiative to hold Ryan's arm, and the goddess opened her mouth. She suddenly realized that she had nothing to guide Ryan.

This is not bad, he is growing faster and faster, when he met Ryan, he was just a little knight who needed his help, but now, he has grown into a big tree, not only supporting the whole kingdom , and can effectively protect itself.

The fairy in the lake let her ankle-length blond hair hang down to the ground. She pulled Ryan to sit on the sofa chair in front of the fireplace. The two chatted by the fireplace like this, looking at the flames and burning dry Chai, the Goddess and Ryan discussed the details carefully, and Morgiana went down to rest after chatting for a while.

Ryan explained his thoughts to the fairy in the lake. He believes that in fact, excessive welfare is not good for the whole society.

Of course, Ryan’s original intention is not to say that people cannot have welfare. He will not say that 996 is a blessing report in his previous life. The capitalists maliciously intimidate and intimidate the laborers, and use love, blessings, hard work, and social responsibility to avoid the important and distort the key points to cover up their ugly true colors.

What Ryan believes is that too good social welfare will have an extremely negative impact on people's work enthusiasm and labor efficiency.

For example, a famous ancient country in his previous life.

How good was the welfare of this ancient country?

Free medical care and free education for all, 14 months of salary a year, one month of paid vacation every year, and pension from the age of 40.

What about the ending? No one works hard anymore, and everyone is busy enjoying benefits. Anyway, whether they work hard or not, they enjoy the same treatment. Who still works hard?

Debt crisis, economic collapse.

People are lazy.

Speaking of this, Ryan asked the fairy in the lake: "Lilith, is it the same in Ulthuan? People enjoy high welfare and high income? There is no distinction between nobles and commoners?"

"What? Ryan, my champion, do you still want to visit Ulthuan?" The fairy in the lake was full of smiles. She enjoyed this time alone with Ryan so much. Hearing Ryan's question, the goddess shook her head back and forth. With a pair of beautiful black silk legs, she took Ryan's hand, and tapped Ryan's palm with her jade finger: "The society of high elves cannot be imitated by humans, Ryan."

"If there is a chance to visit Ulthuan, why not?" Ryan said with interest: "It is said that Lothern, the capital of the high elves, is the most glorious and greatest city in the world. Temples are built there."

"Nobles and commoners? You think too much. High elves pay more attention to bloodlines and family genealogy than any other race. In the eyes of high elves, bloodlines are everything. Now there are more foreigners in Lothern than locals... Asuryan's The temple was built on a small island outside the city of Lothern, not inside the city." The fairy in the lake thought for a while, then shook her head again and again: "But I'm sure, Asuryan will not welcome you , not only will he not let you enter his main temple, but he will even let Phoenix Guard Captain Kazhuoyin expel you, "

"Why?" Ryan was a little surprised.

"Your current strength can already threaten him, and Asuryan will definitely not like you. He will only let people he likes enter his temple to see a series of murals and prophecy scrolls left by him." Lake The fairy in the middle seems to be full of disgust towards Asuryan: "You desire to change, you desire to prevent tragedy and destruction from happening, but Asuryan believes that the end of everything in the world is already doomed, and he hates anyone who interferes with the established path. Do you understand what I mean?"

"Then just sit and wait to die?" After Ryan heard what the fairy in the lake said, he had nothing to say when he recalled the actions of the high elf god of heaven.

"Asuryan believes that everything in the world has its own established laws from birth to destruction, and the gods should not interfere." The fairy in the lake nodded: "Asuryan has long predicted that the evil god of chaos will destroy everything in the world. It will bring the end of this world. Ten thousand years ago, all the history of the elves was engraved on the murals, even including the betrayal of the witch king Malekith, but all the high elves who have seen the murals and prophecy scrolls must swear Serving Asuryan for life and keeping silent is more like a curse, because no elves can get rid of it, and they become Phoenix Guards, guarding Asuryan's main temple for life."

"Sure enough, we can only rely on ourselves." Ryan nodded, he understood what the fairy in the lake meant.

"If you just want to go to Lothern for a visit, that's no problem, but if you want to be welcomed there, respected and discuss ways to fight chaos together, then don't even think about it." The fairy in the lake is cold Tell Ryan a bloody reality: "The achievements you are proud of are not worth mentioning in front of the high elves. The war lord Tyrion will not listen to you, not a word, and you don't even want to see Alarielle. 'Lowly' humans can never step into Avalon, the palace of the Eternal Queen, unless they invade, as do Eltharion the Grim and Imrik, Prince of Caledor. Instead of working hard on the high elves, you might as well send them Hope that dark elf maid of yours, see if she can command the Pale Queen's Hades army and elite executioners."

"Hahahaha~" Ryan even laughed out loud: "I see, I was thinking too much, Lilith."

"If Asuryan was willing to listen to me, many tragedies would not have happened. If the elves and gods could let go of their arrogance and prejudice and unite, then the mortal world would at least have a better chance of winning, but I was disappointed again and again, Finally, I chose to come to Britannia, from the moon goddess Lilith to the lake fairy, just for the new world plan." The lake fairy sighed: "It's all right now, the new world plan has been because of you and you The appearance of my father, like the bubble of a dream, burst."

"Escaping can't solve the problem, Lilith." Ryan held the armrest of the sofa and looked at the flames in the fireplace: "What do you plan to do next? Do you need my cooperation?"

"I don't have a plan right now, but I have an idea." The fairy in the lake stretched out her hands and gently adjusted her skirt. She kicked off the strappy high-heeled shoes on her black stockings feet, put her hands on her knees, and sat curled up on the sofa Chair: "Ryan, you'll have my back, won't you?"

"You first tell me what your thoughts are?" Ryan complained: "Otherwise, I'm always not at ease, my lady, you have always thought a lot."

"I'm thinking, maybe we can find an opportunity to steal Asuryan's divine fire!" The fairy in the lake showed a hint of cunning on her pretty goose egg face: "Since Asuyan doesn't want to do anything, let's find a way to make him Change it!"

"Lian, you and I will create a new Asuryan!"