Good Landlord of the Tang Dynasty.

Summary

In Xiangyang, Li Chao, a superior official, disrupts a lavish welcome for Li Yan Wang by emphasizing the ongoing drought and food scarcity affecting commoners. He enforces strict regulations: a prohibition on alcohol, a ban on food wastage with hefty fines, and a grain rationing system requiring citizens to use grain books and tickets for purchases. This system aims to prevent hoarding and ensure equitable food distribution during the impending famine. Li Chao's measures, though harsh, reflect a desperate need for control over resources, prioritizing survival over market economics, and targeting hidden households for registration to access food relief.

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