"I would like to donate 5,000 guan for the government's use!" Before the stick of incense arrived, a fat old man stood up with a cheerful smile and said positively. This man specializes in the livestock business and comes from one of the meat shops in various cities in Tokyo. There are many shops, and tens of thousands of sheep, pigs and other poultry and livestock are transported and sold to Beijing every year.
Someone took the lead, and then others stood up one after another and pledged donations ranging from 3,000 guan to 7,000 guan. Each of them had a positive attitude, but was "stingy" in his actions. Moreover, they observed Murong Yanchao's expression and paid attention to his demeanor.
Murong Yanchao is also a person who likes to make money. He also studies the methods of commodity farming on weekdays and has contacted many businessmen. Seeing the behavior of these people at this time, he can immediately see that these people are donating money. The superiors also engaged in "bargaining" with him, and tested his attitude with preliminary quotations.
Thinking of this, Murong Yanchao suddenly became unhappy. He thought that his majestic uncle, the governor of Kaifeng, personally invited him to accompany him for tea. After all his good words, he spent such a "little" money. Murong Yanchao, when did he do this? Are easy words, time, and face so cheap?
Of course, more than 20 people, scattered here and there, have hundreds of thousands of dollars, which is more than the first batch of money allocated by Liu Chengyou. However, Murong Yanchao has spent so much effort, how can he do this? That's enough.
"Haha..." Murong Yan smiled softly and took a sip of tea, which he was not good at.
When he reacted like this, the wealthy businessmen who were good at observing words and deeds couldn't help but feel a twitch in their hearts. Apparently, Mr. Murong Mansion was not satisfied.
"Have you written down all the donations you just pledged?" Murong Yanchao tilted his head and winked at the clerk.
The civil servant understood, stood up with some "fear", cupped his hands and said: "Please forgive me, I am slow and clumsy, I didn't remember everything..."
"Then record it again!" Murong Yanchao waved his hand lightly, looked around with a cold face, and said, "The time for a stick of incense has not come yet!"
The meaning is obvious, please pledge again!
The expressions of the wealthy businessmen present gradually became serious, and they seriously considered how much blood they would need to shed to satisfy Murong Yanchao.
"I pledge to donate one hundred thousand yuan!" When everyone hesitated, a loud voice interrupted the tranquility of the scene.
Everyone followed the sound and saw Chang Si coming slowly. When Murong Yanchao saw him, his black face stretched out, he stood up to greet him, cupped his hands and said, "Why are you here, Duke Chang?"
With a forced smile on Chang Si's face, he said: "The Lord is raising money for the expansion of the city, and I have been ordered to assist in the matter. How can I not do my best but serve in the Yamen!"
"Mr. Chang deserves to be the elder of Hedong! Come on, please sit down!" Murong Yan was so happy that he led Chang Si to his seat and asked, "Do you really mean what you said about donating money?"
When asked, although his heart was bleeding, Chang Si still pretended to be cheerful and responded: "In front of the palace, everyone is standing by, so there are no lies. I have been deeply favored by the country, and now I can repay it!"
"Mr. Chang is such a loyal minister!" Murong Yanchao laughed twice and ordered the court officials: "Make a note of this for Gong Chang!"
"yes!"
Looking at the pledge book and putting pen to paper, Chang's thoughts were as sharp as a knife, and he was in great pain. When this happened, nearly half of his family assets, which he had accumulated and worked hard for many years, were gone.
He originally intended not to listen to Guo Rong's advice, but Wang Jingchong's evil wolf was still in Luzhou. The more he thought about it, the more afraid he became. No longer reluctant, he finally decided to spend money to buy peace.
Chang Si's heroic move made the wealthy people present breathe a little faster. For people like them, a hundred thousand strings are not easy to come up with. Looking at Murong Yanchao's face, he became more and more serious.
If this were used as a standard, it would be more than just heavy bleeding.
"Master Fu, I would like to donate 40,000 guan, 3,000 gu each of corn!" At this time, He Fuyin started to fight, bowed and spoke, his face calm.
Seeing this, Murong Yanchao couldn't help but look at him a few times. He was also impressed by this giant businessman who was active around the powerful. A smile appeared on his face, he nodded approvingly, and said: "This is a righteous businessman!"
"Take note!" Apparently, Murong Yanchao was very satisfied with He Fuyin's performance. He ordered with one finger, looked at him and said, "Don't worry, neither the imperial court nor this government will treat those who have meritorious service ill!"
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"Thank you Mr. Fu!" He Fuyin responded respectfully.
After He Fuyin's death, the donation gathering finally started at a correct pace that satisfied Murong Yanchao. Everyone invited asked for donations one after another, and the widow also pledged to donate 30,000 yuan.
After the successful conclusion, Murong Yanchao held a banquet in the Yamen to entertain all the merchants. After "the guests and the host had enjoyed themselves", he let them go back and prepared the money and food pledged.
...
"I heard that Kaifeng Mansion held a donation party, and the proceeds were not stolen. How much was it?" Liu Chengyou asked curiously while walking among the palace rooms.
"According to the report, everyone enthusiastically pledged donations. The amount of money received is about one million guan, and another 100,000 dan of food! The cost of renovation and expansion of Tokyo is enough to last for half a year!" Li Fang reported the data he had written down.
With Liu Chengyou.
"It's indeed a lot!" Liu Chengyou's lips curled up slightly, with a trace of relaxation on his face, and he sighed: "It's a bit beyond my expectation. I still remember that when I first entered Tokyo, all industries were in depression, the country was poor and the people were poor. I didn't expect this number.
Years have passed, so much wealth has been accumulated, and the wealthy businessmen in Tokyo have such wealth in their hands..."
"This is all the result of His Majesty's hard work, stabilizing public security, encouraging farmers and businessmen, exempting excessive levies and miscellaneous taxes, and reviving all industries!" Li Fang complimented.
"Isn't this donation considered excessive?" Liu Chengyou said.
Li Fang replied: "Without the imperial government's policy, how would those merchants be able to gather together? This is an opportunity for them to repay the imperial court!"
"Furthermore, businessmen seek profit and fame. This time, when the government raises funds, it also gives them fame and fortune. How can they actively pledge donations!" Li Fang said again, his words inevitably showing contempt for merchants.
Liu Chengyou smiled faintly: "As an imperial uncle, my means of making money are extraordinary. I have the heart to let him serve in the Third Division!"
Of course, Liu Chengyou was just joking. Director Murong Yanchao did not make money, but used his power to plunder money. Such a donation, if Liu Chengyou hadn't mentioned it above, and according to Murong Yanchao's style, it would have been
Forced compulsion, but the merchants have no fame or profit.
"In addition, the Minister of Industry, Chang Si, donated 100,000 yuan!" Li Fang glanced at Liu Chengyou and reported.
"I have gained a lot in the town for many years!" Liu Chengyou looked calm, waved his hand and said calmly.
After pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou ordered to Li Fang: "Pass on my edict to warn Murong Yanchao that although the bricks, tiles, stone, wood and other materials needed to build the city can be distributed among others, the quality must be strictly controlled. Anyone who cuts corners will be severely punished. No loan!"
"yes!"
When I returned to the Zhengdian Hall, my buttocks were still hot, the general reported. The censor, the doctor, and Zhongcheng returned to the palace, and Zhao Li went to see him hand in hand.
Leaning back on the throne, Liu Chengyou glanced coldly at the side of Zhao and Zhao. The two of them stood in front of the emperor with their hands tied, facing the emperor's scrutiny. There was a hint of uprightness in their calm faces.
Liu Chengyou withdrew his gaze and asked: "The two ministers came together hand in hand. Is it for Wang Jingchong that you are seeking?"
"Your Majesty clearly knows that it is exactly right!" Bian Guichen responded with cupped hands.
"Wang Jingchong acted arbitrarily and acted arbitrarily in the local area. Everywhere he passed, he used power and violated the regulations. He used the law harshly and gathered so much that it was shocking to the world. In the name of an angel, he did things that harmed the officials and abused the people. Now, the local officials and the people are... There are already complaints. This person has ruined the majesty of the imperial court and damaged your majesty’s holy name. Please call back this treacherous minister and cruel official, and ask him for his crime, so as to calm people’s hearts!" Bian Guichen said: "I have already sent a memorial to your majesty. Listen to your advice!"
Zhao Li also said: "Your Majesty, there is a lot of anger inside and outside Tokyo right now. Local generals and officials are all in danger. In the long run, disaster will inevitably happen. Your Majesty has worked hard to govern in order to make people's livelihood stable. Don't cause chaos in the world because of a treacherous minister!"
"Haha!" Liu Chengyou laughed: "A mere Wang Jingchong can bring chaos to our country. Do you think highly of him, or do you underestimate me?"
"I don't dare!" Hearing the emperor's somewhat rude words, Bian and Zhao subconsciously bent their waists.
Taking a deep breath, Liu Chengyou looked at the two of them seriously: "Everyone Wang Jingchong has investigated, from Jiedu to the officials and the people, all have real evidence. Shouldn't they be investigated and dealt with because they are greedy?"
Bian Zhao and Bian Zhao were silent. Seeing that the emperor still looked like he was defending Wang Jingchong, Bian Guixun responded in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, local generals may have done something illegal. They can send officials to investigate according to the law. However, Wang Jingchong's status is not correct. , he handles things carefully and does not understand the general situation. His body is not upright and his behavior is improper. This is a minister who is messing up the government. Your Majesty, please think again!"
"According to the words of Bian Qing, if I use Wang Jingchong, I am breaking the law and disrupting the government?"
"I really don't have this intention! I only hope that your Majesty will take the overall situation into consideration and learn from others to convince people's hearts!"