Space Farming: Traveling through Ancient Times to Do Business

"Secondly, there is the concern about geological safety. Long-distance water transfer requires digging channels and building pumping stations. These engineering activities may have a certain impact on the geological structure along the route, especially in areas with frequent seismic activity, and we need to be more vigilant about possible geological disasters. In addition, the scouring and infiltration of water flow may also aggravate soil erosion and changes in groundwater levels, posing a potential threat to geological safety."

"To complete the South-to-North Water Diversion Project, we need to open up several large rivers that run through Daxuan from north to south. To open up large rivers, we need a lot of land. The people who originally lived here must move away from their hometowns and live in other places. This alone will affect as many as millions of people and cause unrest in Daxuan. Your Majesty, can you accept such a consequence?"

At this point, Jiang Xue paused and looked at Xuan Zhentian with deep eyes: "Your Majesty, the South-to-North Water Diversion Project is not something that can be accomplished overnight. It requires us to pursue maximum benefits while also taking into account various possible negative impacts. Only by comprehensively and deeply evaluating and properly responding to these challenges can we ensure that the project will truly become a feat that benefits the country and the people and will benefit future generations."

When Xuan Zhentian heard this, he was stunned for a moment.

He thought about it carefully and felt that this made sense. After all, if he wanted to dig several rivers as vast as the Yangtze River and the Yellow River, it would inevitably occupy a large amount of people's land.

However, in order to accomplish this great cause that will benefit the present and future generations, it does not matter if some people are forced to move to other places.

Do they dare to rebel for this? Xuan Zhentian made a prompt decision and said to Zhang Fan: "For the prosperity of the Great Xuan Kingdom, these people have made a little sacrifice, which is their honor. Such a small matter is insignificant, Lord Jiang, don't worry about it."

Jiang Xue heard what Xuan Zhentian said and pondered in her heart.

If it were modern times, for such a major event involving the interests of millions of people, I'm afraid the country's top leaders would have to deliberate and discuss it countless times before they could carefully make a decision.

But now, Xuan Zhentian made the final decision on this matter easily, as if he had not considered the possible consequences at all.

But Xuan Zhentian just regarded it as a trivial matter and made a decision casually. He thought to himself: "I am the common ruler of the world. My words are the imperial decree. Who dares to disobey?"

In ancient times, the emperor could really decide the fate of the people with just a single word.

They hold the power of life and death and can dispose of anyone or anything as they please.

This kind of power can also easily make people arrogant and cruel.

For Xuan Zhentian, he may think that his decision is correct, but in fact it is a disregard for the lives of the people.

I'm afraid that even if it means drowning millions of people to achieve the South-to-North Water Diversion Project, the emperor will still choose to do so.

After all, he thought that doing so would make the country stronger and more prosperous. But he did not expect how much pain and disaster it would bring to the people.

However, to be fair, once the South-to-North Water Diversion Project is completed and the barren land in the north is turned into fertile land, it will be worth it even if millions of people are sacrificed.

Because this will greatly increase the country's agricultural production and improve people's living standards accordingly.

Therefore, in the long run, the South-to-North Water Diversion Project is of great significance. However, in the process of achieving this goal, we need to pay more attention to the interests and feelings of the people and not sacrifice their lives.

When Jiang Xue heard Xuan Zhentian's decision, she felt mixed emotions.

She understood Xuan Zhentian's determination and foresight as a monarch, and also recognized the importance of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project to the long-term development of the Xuan Dynasty.

But at the same time, she is also well aware of the heavy price behind this project, especially for the people whose land will be expropriated and who will be relocated, this is by no means a trivial matter.

She sighed and said slowly: "Your Majesty, your determination is admirable, but the people's livelihood is no small matter. Every piece of land and every citizen are the foundation of the country. While we pursue great causes, we must always remember that behind them are the joys and sorrows of countless families."

"Regarding land acquisition and resettlement, I suggest that it must be done in a fair and transparent manner, and that reasonable compensation and resettlement be given to the people. At the same time, publicity and education should be strengthened to make the people understand the significance and value of this project, thereby reducing resistance and creating a good atmosphere of national support."

"In addition, I also suggest setting up a special supervisory body to oversee the implementation of the project, ensure that the funds and materials are used reasonably and legally, and avoid corruption and other problems. At the same time, strengthen the supervision of project quality to ensure that every project can stand the test of time."

Upon hearing this, Xuan Zhentian nodded slightly, with a hint of approval in his eyes.

He realized that his previous decision was indeed too hasty and did not fully consider the feelings and interests of the people.

He said in a deep voice: "Master Jiang is right. I was negligent. I will immediately order the establishment of a special agency to be responsible for land acquisition, immigration and project supervision to ensure that the South-to-North Water Diversion Project can proceed smoothly and protect the rights and interests of the people to the greatest extent."

Jiang Xue felt relieved to see that Xuan Zhentian was able to accept advice with an open mind.

She knew that although the South-to-North Water Diversion Project was fraught with difficulties, as long as the ruler and his subjects were of one mind and the people at all levels had the same desire, they would be able to overcome all difficulties and achieve this feat.

So, she continued, “Your Majesty, the South-to-North Water Diversion Project is not only a water conservancy project, but also a great cause that concerns the rise and fall of the country and the future of the nation.

I am willing to work with Your Majesty and the ministers to overcome the difficulties and contribute my own strength to the prosperity of the Daxuan Dynasty."

Hearing this, Xuan Zhentian's heart surged, and he said excitedly: "Lord Jiang, it is my great fortune and the great fortune of the Xuan Dynasty to have you by my side! I believe that with your assistance, we will be able to successfully complete the South-to-North Water Diversion Project, turn the barren land in the north into fertile land, and let the people of the Xuan Dynasty live a happier and healthier life!"

“Your Majesty, in addition to relocating the people, you also need to organize manpower to build corresponding facilities beside the excavated river.

These long rivers run through the north and south of Daqin, and the number of people needed to be mobilized is at least hundreds of thousands. Can you mobilize so many people?"

Xuan Zhentian laughed when he heard this, and without thinking, he answered directly:

"Haha, Lord Jiang, this matter couldn't be simpler. Just let the people who originally lived here do this!

Jiang Xue was stunned when she heard Xuan Zhentian's answer.

She didn't expect that it could be done this way.

Seeing that the two difficult problems in her opinion were solved so easily, Jiang Xue asked the last question:

"Your Majesty, if the South-to-North Water Diversion Project is successful, Daxuan will prosper and be praised for thousands of years; if it fails, it will damage the national destiny and cause Daxuan to suffer a heavy blow. With this risk, do you dare to gamble?"