Chapter 629: One Step Further

Dagu refused to be poured wine by others, and personally carried the bottle and filled each one.

After walking around, he raised his glass and said, "First glass, thank you for your support and innovation."

Drink first to show respect.

The superiors should not be arrogant, and the subordinates should not be submissive.

The others also stood up and drank a full glass.

This was Dagu's attitude, and then naturally everyone served themselves.

The big room was very large, and this big table might not be used once a year.

Forty or fifty people gathered in a circle, and even if they spoke in a low voice, they could not be heard.

Several faction leaders took turns to say a few polite words, and finally they gathered in a small circle to exchange information.

Dagu was surrounded by a few dignitaries.

Only the knight Goode barely served and listened by serving tea and water.

Baron Gu Li was old, and such a scene was a bit strenuous. After drinking two glasses of wine, he changed the tea and water.

He smiled bitterly: "I am old, and the world will be yours from now on.

This time, His Highness is getting married. I, an old man, decided to give a squadron of fighter jets and donate an airport. I wonder what your rules are?"

Giving gifts is also a science. You have to give them with your heart and not overshadow others.

They are not like Prince Charlie. After all, they are foreigners. The heavier the gift, the better.

Gu Li is just a businessman. Although he has a title and a fief, he is not regarded as one of the nobles.

He mainly interacts with businessmen, supplemented by new nobles.

So he asked for other people's opinions for fear of causing trouble.

Good listened and directly dispelled his concerns: "This time, everyone should give gifts according to their ability, but don't be extravagant. It's better to be practical."

He has been close to the emperor and his son for many years, and he knows Qin's preferences better.

He is the crown prince of the empire. What hasn't he seen? It's better to give money directly than to give these fancy things.

If he could give some airplanes, he would be happier.

Others had prepared some gorgeous gifts, but they changed their minds immediately after hearing this.

"I saw the plan sent by the Air Force Department before. We are going to build a military airport there. I also agreed to this matter and gave it to His Highness as a gift." The speaker was the chief of the armed forces of a place.

"I don't have any plan, so I'll just give money directly."

"I think it's okay. Your Highness doesn't look like a person who likes pleasure."

Everyone said their plans one after another, trying not to collide with each other.

It was Dagu's turn, and he also prepared in advance: "My family is poor and can't afford any expensive gifts. I can only give Your Highness some vulgar things and weapons used in the war."

The knight's weapons have special meanings, and this gift is just right.

Finally, it was the turn of the younger brother Good. He was rich, but as a knight, could he still overshadow others?

He had made several preparations before, but now it seems that they are useless.

Dagu did not forget him and asked specifically: "Sir Good, how are you preparing?"

"I am going to send a contract to underwrite the newspapers and magazines of Time Magazine in the New World for the next ten years." Good said.

Everyone's eyes lit up. This is really a good idea.

This gift was really unique and ingenious. It flattered the imperial concubine and was a clever trick.

Guli didn't take this little guy seriously at first, but now he thinks he is really a talent.

Everyone praised Gude, but no one snatched his creativity. They still have to have some face.

After talking about the gift, everyone talked about business.

"I think I will be the governor of Shengmi Le Province after the New Year." Dagu broke the news.

In fact, the city of Pulan alone occupies one-third of the area of ​​the entire province.

The governor of the province has been vacant for many years, and the cities of the entire province have been directly governed by the emperor.

After all, near the capital, under the emperor's nose, the governor is completely unnecessary.

But Dagu went a step further and revealed an unusual signal.

Everyone immediately got excited. The governor of Shengmi Le Province is known as the best governor in the world.

Dagu's step forward shows that the emperor has made up his mind.

"Dagu, don't worry, we barbarians support you." Guli expressed his position directly, although he is just a mixed-blood.

But the barbarians were not the mainstream ethnic group, and it was hard to get Dagu as the only one, so of course they had to support him.

If there was no one in the court, it would be hard to imagine how much anger they would have to endure.

At least Dagu was here, and when various policies were implemented, those officials had to consider the ideas of this big man and dared not go too far.

Other knights from the army patted their chests and guaranteed: "Mayor Dagu, you can just go ahead and do it, we will definitely support you to the end."

Seeing that the opinions within were unified, Dagu felt a little relieved, but the external pressure would not be small.

The reform was carried out in the imperial capital, and those who had opinions had to hold them back.

However, if it was extended to the entire province, the traditional bureaucracy would definitely not be able to sit still. If this momentum was not interrupted, I don’t know how many people’s power would be destroyed.

It’s a very simple truth. The centralization brought about by the reform must be that someone lost power before the central government could gain power.

When it comes to power, open and secret struggles are inevitable.

"With your support and the trust of His Majesty, I dare to go ahead and do it." Dagu was aware of sacrificing his life for the sake of others. No one knew how loud the opposition would be, and anything could happen.

The atmosphere is somewhat heavy. The reformers hope to gain political capital from the reforms, but they also have to bear corresponding risks.

It's just that no one knows whether they can bear the backlash.

Soon, the news began to spread from the small circle, and the whole private room immediately knew the latest news.

They didn't think so much. It was a good thing that the faction boss made a further step.

As for the pressure, of course, it was also the boss who took it, and the people below just had to do their own things according to the order.

All night, Dagu was discussing with the people around him, planning how to implement reforms and how to withstand the pressure.

Taking advantage of the time of Qin's wedding, a lot of attention can also be divided.

If the imperial concubine can give birth to a prince next year, the pressure on the reformists will be even smaller.

It's really unreliable to just pray for the imperial concubine to get pregnant to relieve the pressure. It's better to prepare in advance so that you won't be in a hurry when the time comes.

Everyone took the opportunity to reach a preliminary consensus during the meal, and the next step is to further improve it.

It's not clear whether this reform feast is an opportunity for everyone to take off or a disaster to be knocked down.

But Dagu knew that there were some things he had to do. If his generation didn't do it, it would only leave greater trouble for future generations.

As for personal honor and disgrace, even if you fail, you can still go home and be a rich man.

So, if you fail, you fail. You have to change something. Otherwise, wouldn’t you be betraying your majesty’s trust?