Good Landlord of the Tang Dynasty.

Summary

In Zhao Jia Zhuang, farmers welcomed Zhang Chao and his father, expressing concerns about their future as tenant farmers on the newly acquired Zhang family land. Historically, the villagers endured high rents and labor burdens, leaving them with little sustenance. Zhang Chao proposed a fairer rental system, suggesting a fixed rent of five dou of millet per mu, significantly reducing their previous 70-30 split. He also planned to provide oxen for plowing without additional costs, ensuring the farmers could manage their cultivation better. This approach aimed to foster goodwill and sustainability, benefiting both the Zhang family and the villagers.

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