Unknowingly, three months passed. During these three months, Qin Huaidao never left Qinjiazhuang for half a step. He spent all his time studying steam engines. Although he knew the theory, he had never done it after all. He lacked experience and kept revising and revising.
After a lot of trial and error and a lot of energy, I finally got some insights.
On this day, Qin Huaidao went into the special workshop as usual, preparing to build the piston. This is the most critical part of the steam engine. There is no rubber ring for sealing, and there is no machine tool cutting. It is all polished by hand. It is a test of technology. If the seal is not in place, it will run away.
If there is no air, the kinetic energy of the piston will be insufficient and the strength will not be enough.
While he was busy, Xue Rengui's shout came from outside. Even Xue Rengui would not enter the workshop without permission. The security team at the door was guarding the workshop very strictly.
Qin Huaidao came out when he heard the shouting and saw Xue Rengui's excited expression. Guessing that something was going on, he motioned to a reception room next to the door. Qin Huaidao usually used it to rest, think, draw pictures, etc., and occasionally received people, and the two sat down.
, Qin Huaidao skillfully boiled water to make tea, and asked: "What's the happy event for Brother Xue?"
"It's done, take a look." Xue Rengui took out a wad of colorful banknotes from his arms.
The size of the banknotes is similar to that of later generations. It was specially designed by Qin Huaidao. Even the patterns and anti-counterfeiting were painstakingly created by Qin Huaidao. The denominations are one thousand yuan, five hundred yuan, two hundred yuan, one hundred yuan, and fifty yuan.
, twenty articles, ten articles, five articles, two articles, one article and ten kinds, all draw on the experience of later generations.
It uses four colors of red, blue, green and black printing, plus white striped paper, which looks colorful and has a unique aesthetic. This printing technology is very laborious and hard to come up with. Although it still looks very different to the eyes of future generations.
It is backward, not elegant enough, absolutely ahead of the times, and very difficult to disguise.
With these banknotes, the financial war can begin quietly.
Qin Huaidao carefully checked each one, and he was in a good mood. The seven block letters of "Qin Mansion's Money Certificate" were still written in the abbreviated font of later generations. They looked friendly. Of course, they were also protected against counterfeiting. Qin Huaidao, who was a top special forces soldier in later generations, was very familiar with anti-counterfeiting, passwords and other means.
But the door is clear, even the serial number is arranged on each sheet, which makes printing a lot more difficult, but this can also prevent counterfeiting and is indispensable.
After observing for a moment, Qin Huaidao put down the banknotes, poured tea for Xue Rengui, and said with satisfaction: "Well done, it happens to be the end of the month in more than ten days. I need to pay wages. I will print 500,000 yuan first. I will explain it clearly to everyone. You can go directly."
When purchasing items in department stores, barbecue bars, etc., try it out first, don’t force it, and it doesn’t matter if you don’t want it. If you don’t want it after you get it, you can exchange it for copper coins at any time.”
"It's definitely no problem. It's so beautiful. I've never seen it before. I like it when I look at it. And it's easy to carry. As long as the department store approves it, it's absolutely no problem. Our workers go there to purchase whenever they have the opportunity. It will come in handy." Xue Rengui
He smiled and said that he was not worried about distribution issues.
"Not necessarily. After all, it is money. Take your time. Credit needs to be accumulated. Allocate some scholars to set up a department and be responsible for this matter alone. He'er will manage it. If you have too many things, don't worry about it. Just focus on printing.
However, security measures must be taken to ensure that the secret cannot be leaked and cannot be taken out secretly. This is money."
"I understand, don't worry." Xue Rengui agreed.
Qin Huaidao picked up the tea and tasted it slowly. After thinking for a moment, he said: "Remember, issue five hundred thousand guan first, with more small denominations to facilitate communication. After everyone fully accepts it, issue larger denominations, such as two taels and five taels."
, ten taels, a hundred taels, and so on, up to a thousand taels, ten thousand taels, take your time, and in addition, try to trade with suppliers, make payments, etc., and spread the vouchers, it is too troublesome to carry copper coins. "
"Understood, it is a certificate, which is equivalent to silver coins. As long as we recognize it, it can be recycled and circulated during transactions, and everyone will recognize it. However, it takes time. It should not be too many at the beginning, and the denominations are not easy to be too large. We will introduce large denominations after all concerns are eliminated, but
, why not print more at once?" Xue Rengui asked, expressing his doubts.
Qin Huaidao smiled. He was worthy of being the God of War. He had a strong understanding ability and was quick to accept new things. He explained: "Because once you panic, everyone will exchange it. If we don't have enough money, something will happen. Remember, the issuance limit of the certificate and
The amount of money we store must be the same, and at most exceed 20%."
Xue Rengui couldn't understand the reason for a while, but he believed in Qin Huaidao and wrote down these words carefully.
The two chatted for a while, and Xue Rengui left in a hurry.
Qin Huaidao also went out into the workshop to make piston parts.
At noon, Qin Huaidao returned to the backyard restaurant. He'er was playing with the child in his arms, and Li Xueyan was setting the tableware. The harmony and warmth of the home came to his face. The maid Xiaoyu came from the kitchen with the dishes and quickly saluted when he saw Qin Huaidao.
: "I've met my uncle."
"What are you going to make delicious today?" Qin Huaidao asked with a smile, enjoying the feeling of home.
Xiaoyu quickly said: "I made the twice-cooked pork, braised fish, bacon, and three vegetables that my uncle taught me. I'm not good at it. Please don't laugh at me."
"You are very talented at cooking. I will teach you a few dishes later. Come and eat together." Qin Huaidao said with a smile.
Xiaoyu chuckled and agreed with great satisfaction.
According to etiquette, maids are not allowed to serve at the table, but Qin Huaida is not particular about it and likes the feeling of a lively family. Xiaoyu already ate at the same table with everyone three months ago.
"The husband is here, wash your hands and eat quickly." Li Xueyan shouted while loading the rice. Qin Huaidao didn't like maids to serve him, and He'er had to take care of the children, so Li Xueyan took the initiative to take care of her.
Qin Huaidao was sitting in the main seat and saw his daughter looking over with a smile. The fatigue of the day disappeared and shouted: "Smile, call me father."
"Whoa whoa--"
Milkman couldn't speak yet, so he was barking random things that no one could understand.
Qin Huaidao's heart melted when he heard this, and after a few words of teasing, the family sat down to eat, talking about things, having a good time, and the time was quiet.
After the meal was almost done, Qin Huaidao raised the issue of organizing the issuance of vouchers and explained some precautions in detail. Heer carefully wrote it down and asked if he didn't understand. He learned quickly.
He'er was responsible for everything related to money. Li Xueyan came from a wealthy family and knew the rules. Although she was envious, she was smart enough not to interfere or ask too many questions.
After the conversation was over, He'er reminded: "The business at the barbecue bar has not been very good recently. I asked someone to investigate and they said that there are no new songs and the products are tired of them. Do you think they will start to launch hot pot? In our cave
The hidden caravan is bringing more and more fresh mutton, which is just what we need."
"It's almost winter, so we can launch it. In addition, let the music troupe come over in the evening and teach you some songs. With new songs and new dishes, it won't be a big problem."
"Okay, I'll find someone to tell them to come over tonight."
Li Xueyan saw that the two of them had finished chatting, so she interrupted: "Lang Jun, I received news an hour ago. There are various clues implicating Li Shangxiong, but there is no evidence or witness. It will take some time to investigate."
"Colluding with Japanese pirates is not a trivial matter. Not many people know about it. It is not easy to trace. I am not in a hurry. If there is news, please inform me immediately." Qin Huaidao said casually, but his eyes became cold and stern. If it is really related to the Li family of Zhao County, this account will
Must be liquidated.
The Wang family, the Cui family, and the Zheng family have all been killed, and there is almost one more.
"One more thing. Warrior Xun has pronounced his sentence. He has been demoted one level and will continue to act as the governor of Lizhou. If he takes office today, will it have any impact on our salt mining?"
Qin Huaidao's face changed: "The Holy One has spared no effort to support the new forces to compete. The warrior Xun will definitely not dare to do it openly, but will definitely take action secretly, otherwise the Holy One will not let him continue to act as the governor of Lizhou. He notifies Su Dingfang to act carefully, but don't
I'm afraid, if I dare to reach out my hand, I'll kill him."
"I have a good daughter, and I heard that she is highly valued by the Holy One." Li Xueyan reminded.
"So what? Just kill him!"
After chatting for a while, they dispersed, and Qin Huaidao plunged into the workshop.
This work lasted until dusk. As soon as Qin Huaidao came out, he saw a man standing in front of him with his hands behind his back, looking into the distance, his back a little lonely. Qin Huaidao recognized Li Yixie and stepped forward in surprise: "You didn't call me when you came?"
"The guard said you were busy and my matter was not urgent, so I just waited for a while."
Qin Huaidao looked at the other person and asked bluntly: "You don't look right. Is there something wrong? Tell me."
Li Yixie nodded, looked around, and said in a low voice: "My father was reported by the people below for being paid without money, but no evidence was found, but he was demoted one level and transferred to Tubo to guard the border. I have checked secretly these days and figured it out.
It is the Holy One who is deliberately suppressing me to make room for others, and it is the Fan Yanglu family who will take my father's place."
"Your Majesty, this is..." Qin Huaidao did not say what he said later, "He will not change his mind about supporting new forces." He asked instead: "You came to the door, you must have encountered difficulties, right? We are close friends in life and death, so if anything happens, no matter what,
There is no ambiguity in saying that I can help."
"Thank you, Brother Qin." Li Yixie saluted solemnly, and then said seriously: "My father is loyal and loyal, but he has suffered such injustice. What the Holy Father has done is chilling. I have resigned and want to follow you in the future."
"That's no problem. However, your father has gone to Tubo. I'm afraid the Holy Father will not let you leave Chang'an. According to the court's rules, if you are sent as an official abroad, your family will have to stay in Chang'an as hostages. You also know this."
Li Yixie nodded, but his eyes were full of expectation.
"The security of the barbecue bar and department store is not enough. How about you find some trustworthy people to supplement it. The security of these two places will be left to you in the future."
"No problem, everything is guaranteed." Li Yixie was overjoyed.