The man's words immediately aroused the thoughts of the people around him. They all looked at Qin Huaidao eagerly, especially those who had worked in the industrial city, their eyes full of expectation.
That period left good memories for countless people in Chang'an City. It was unimaginable that one person's income could support the whole family and still have a surplus. However, since Qin Huaidao left Hanzhou, the industrial city was closed, and the good hopes were shattered.
Back to the poor days.
But everyone has expectations in their hearts, looking forward to the return of the King of Han, and looking forward to the reopening of the industrial city.
Qin Huaidao looked at everyone's eager eyes and was excited in his heart. He said solemnly: "Open, we must reopen when I am free. I remember that you are still the foreman of the technical team. You will be back when the time comes. And everyone, let me know."
We must be prepared and the industrial city will reopen in January at most. By then everyone will come back and their treatment will remain the same."
The words were loud and solemn.
Like thunder, it spread instantly.
"Thank you, King Han!" Countless people burst into tears with excitement and bowed deeply, sincerely, sincerely and solemnly.
Qin Huaidao returned the courtesy and said in a louder voice: "Everyone, the industrial city will expand and more people will need to be recruited. Remember to pay attention to the recruitment notice. In addition, from now on, no matter whether it is the West Market or the East Market, as long as you set up a stall on the ground,
Those without fixed pavements will not be taxed, and the tax for fixed pavements will be reduced by half.”
"That's great, thank you King Han!"
"The King of Han is benevolent and righteous!"
"Long live the King of Han!"
The people around were overjoyed and excited, and many even cried with joy. Only the city supervisor, when he heard that it was the King of Han, turned pale and wished he could faint.
Qin Huaidao understood that it was difficult for the people and could not bear to collect street vendors' taxes. However, shops were different and a certain amount had to be levied. Otherwise, the county government would not be able to operate well and they would not be able to support themselves entirely. That would be unreasonable.
Thinking of not knowing what to eat for lunch, Qin Huaidao purchased a large amount of fruits, vegetables and meat on the spot, but he had no money, so he asked everyone to follow him to Zhuque Gate, and let Jin Yiwei run back first to get the money.
A lot was seized in the battle last night, and the imperial city's treasury also has a large amount of military pay that has not been distributed in time.
As for the city supervisor and the gangsters, they were handed over to the Jin Yiwei to search their homes and put them in jail for interrogation later.
After getting the money, the people went home happily.
The east and west cities along Qinhuai Road were considerate of the people's sentiments, and the tax-free and industrial cities were reopened. News of recruitment spread like wings, and soon flew out of Chang'an City and spread throughout the counties of Jingzhao Prefecture.
As for the news of the imperial court's defeat, no one cared at all.
What's more important than having a full stomach and making more money?!
This news also caused many aristocratic families, wealthy families, and noble families who were watching to waver, and they tilted their sides in favor of the King of Han.
Some people were waiting for the opportunity to act, but the power to cause trouble also died down.
The whole of Chang'an was harmonious, without any tension or worry after the war.
Qin Huaidao didn't expect that his trip to the East and West Markets would be so effective. He told everyone to pile up the purchased food in front of the gate of Tai Chi Hall, and then sent someone to find the hot pot restaurant clerk.
It was originally moved to Hanzhou, but the hot pot city stayed and continued to operate. After Li Tai rebelled and took power, he sealed the hot pot city, but Princess Jinyang fought to save the employees from dying, and they were all unemployed at home.
After that, Qin Huaidao sent someone to notify the officers above the regimental commander to come over, find seats, and prepare to hold a grand celebration banquet in the square in front of Tai Chi Hall.
Doing so is against legislation, but many etiquette laws of this era are meant to be broken in Qin Huaidao's eyes.
Xu Shiji, An Guogong and Xue Rengui, who had packed up and were preparing to lead the army, were also informed of the postponement.
Not long after, a large number of workers from the hot pot city were summoned from their homes. When they saw Qin Huaidao, they were all excited and saluting, with wild eyes. When they heard that they were here to help make hot pot, they all rolled up their sleeves and got to work.
Tables and chairs were carried one by one and placed neatly in the square.
The generals arrived one after another, and there were quite a few people. They sat down around the tables and chairs. All kinds of eating utensils were brought to them, steaming hot pots were placed, and jars of fine wine were also placed.
What an honor it is to eat at the entrance of Tai Chi Hall?
The soldiers' faces were flushed and excited.
After the wine was filled, the noisy place gradually became quiet, and everyone looked at Qin Huaidao.
Qin Huaidao was sitting in the middle. Knowing that soldiers like to go straight, he raised his wine bowl, stood up, and shouted loudly in a military manner: "Everyone, the first bowl of this celebration banquet is to honor the brothers who died in the battle!"
A bowl of wine spilled on the floor!
Just then a gust of wind blew, and the spilled wine spread and drifted with the wind, and countless heroic spirits in the past were drinking it.
The soldiers also stood up one after another and slowly poured down their drinks.
Solemn and solemn!
After finishing the bowl of wine, Qin Huaidao filled it up again and shouted loudly: "Soldiers, it's full. Chang'an City was successfully captured because of everyone's lives. This bowl is for you!"
"Thank you, King Han!"
Cheers rang out one after another.
They are all hot-blooded men who fight on the battlefield. They don't have to pay much attention to it. They just keep it boring until the end.
Qin Huaidao filled his bowl again, raised his wine bowl and continued to shout: "Everyone, next is Luoyang, and the nine surrounding passes. I wish you all success and good news, let's do it!"
"Done!"
"Thank you, King Han!"
Cheers roared, like a mountain roaring and a tsunami roaring.
The atmosphere was instantly ignited. Everyone raised their necks and poured down the wine, their pride soaring to the sky.
After three bowls of wine, the scene became lively, with laughter and toasts coming and going.
Qin Huaidao had a good capacity for drinking, but he couldn't bear it after drinking two large bowls on an empty stomach, so he hurriedly ate something to calm down.
At the table with Qin Huaidao were Xu Shiji, An Guogong, Xue Rengui, and Wang Shengzhi. Qin Huaidao invited Princess Yuzhang, Princess Jinyang, and Concubine Yang. Although they were at odds with each other, no one tried to dissuade them.
Did Qin Huaidao deviate from the Taoism and break the etiquette and laws many times?
Already used to it!
Of course, everyone has connected in private and unified their views to the outside world. They say it is a family banquet. What is the problem with the King of Han hosting a family banquet to treat meritorious people to a meal? Since it is a family banquet, and Yuzhang is the mistress, what is the problem with attending?
Jinyang is Yuzhang's sister, and Concubine Yang is also the elder in terms of etiquette. What's the problem?
Not only is there no problem, but it can also spread the good reputation of the King of Han as loving his soldiers as his sons.
Soon, everyone took turns toasting, and Qin Huaidao accepted all comers.
Of course, this is only a small taste. With so many people competing, each bite is a lot.
Bursts of joy spread throughout the palace.
At the same time, the news spread that the King of Han personally went to the Western Market to purchase items and entertain the soldiers. Many passionate men learned about the importance of generals in the past, and they all thought of joining the army and asked around where they could sign up.
After the celebration banquet was over, the soldiers rushed to the battlefield, each with great ambition, vowing to capture Luoyang and the Nine Passes as quickly as possible to repay the favor and appreciation of the King of Han.
The person involved, Qin Huaidao, was fast asleep in the Ganlu Hall and had completely drunk too much.
From Hanzhou to Chang'an, Qin Huaidao's nerves had been tense all the way. He was worried that it would become a protracted war, a war of attrition, or even defeat. But now he successfully won it, and won a great victory. His nerves were completely relieved, and with so many soldiers taking turns
Who can refuse a toast? Of course I drank too much.
Yu Zhang wiped Qin Huaidao's body with a hot towel, his eyes full of love and distress.
"Sister Huang, can I come in?" Jin Yang's voice came from outside.