In the third year of Longsheng's reign, it was the twentieth day of the first lunar month.
Jinling City.
The weather is still cold.
However, it was less than three days before Qin Yu went to Qi State to attend the cocktail party.
The Qi State Reception will be held at the beginning of spring.
Qin Yu's trip is far away and he needs to start early.
Madams Xiao Rou and Xiao Yun'er were carefully packing Qin Yu's luggage.
Royal Palace.
East Palace, Side Palace.
Qin Yu and Xiao Nan, who were listening to the music, were called to the Imperial Study Room by Emperor Wei, saying that they had important matters to discuss.
The emperor's orders are hard to disobey.
Qin Yu and Xiao Nan had no choice but to follow.
Royal study room.
When Qin Yu and Xiao Nan came in.
Wei Huang, Qin Wenyao and Lu Liangping have been waiting for a long time.
Qin Yu and the other two had not yet had time to say hello.
Emperor Wei hurriedly greeted him: "Okay, you two take your seats. We have important matters to discuss today."
Hear this.
Qin Yu and Xiao Nan didn't hesitate anymore and took their seats directly.
Emperor Wei said bluntly: "In the past few days, Wen Yao and I have inquired with Zhang Zhixin. There is a high demand for fireworks among the people, especially some wealthy families and businessmen. Many people have asked Zhang Zhixin about fireworks."
"I feel that this is a good thing that can generate revenue for the national treasury, so I plan to open some fireworks workshops and mass-produce fireworks for sale to increase fiscal revenue. How do you two feel?"
The Emperor of Wei had been in power for the past few years and was really poor.
So as long as it can generate revenue for the national treasury, there is nothing he doesn't care about.
Emperor Wei really had no choice.
Nowadays, taxes on the people are too high. The more revenue the state treasury receives, the more taxes can be reduced for the people.
He also thinks about the people.
Xiao Nan naturally had no objection.
Qin Yu raised his eyebrows, "Your Majesty, I am the inventor of these fireworks, aren't you?"
Qin Yu would definitely not be able to do a loss-making business.
Nowadays, the Xiaoyu Building is constantly being expanded, and more and more money is being spent. The purchase of the house on the two streets in front and back and the construction of the underground palace have almost emptied the Xiaoyu Building.
Qin Yu is also very short of money now.
In his underground palace, he not only maintained many craftsmen and paid them wages, but also had to build weapons and equipment and recruit manpower.
As long as the drizzle building is moved, money will be spent.
But Xiaoyulou has no income at all.
Especially when inquiring about information about Yueying Studio, the prices offered by those people are very high. After all, most people dare not offend Yueying Studio.
During these days, Qin Yu was still worried about the follow-up investment in Xiaoyulou.
Therefore, Qin Yu still wanted to have a showdown with the two ladies, otherwise he would not be able to get the money out of the house.
Emperor Wei was calm and said with a smile: "Don't worry, I'm not someone who takes advantage of me. In this way, the Ministry of Industry and Engineering will send people to build the fireworks factory, and you don't have to worry about anything. 50% of the net profit will be given to the Ministry of Household Affairs, and you will take 30%.
I’m 20%, so that’s okay, right?”
"I also have the right to sell fireworks. I can give it to Zhang's Trading Company, so you can share some of the money."
Emperor Wei was still very generous towards Qin Yu.
He knew that if it weren't for Qin Yu, let alone talking about business with Qin Yu, it would not be certain whether he would be able to live well this year.
Qin Wenyao looked gloomy as he listened.
Qin Yu knew that Cheap Dad and Wei Huang must have argued countless times over profit sharing.
"Okay, then let's do what Your Majesty wants."
Qin Yu felt that the conditions were acceptable, so he agreed.
He is most afraid of trouble. Since he is not responsible for everything from production to sales, he is naturally happy.
Although Qin Wenyao was not very happy, he was not very angry either.
After all, these things were indeed researched by Qin Yu and can bring huge benefits to the Ministry of Revenue.
If he is not satisfied yet, he is a bit ignorant.
Lu Liangping is also very happy. The Ministry of Industry has taken on a lot of big jobs this year, so he doesn't have to worry about his political achievements.
Immediately afterwards.
Emperor Wei continued: "In addition to fireworks, there are also greenhouses. If there is any profit at that time, I will share the money with you just like the production of fireworks."
Qin Yu nodded, "No problem."
As he said that, he looked at Emperor Wei and said, "Your Majesty, I have another good thing here. If it is run properly, it can bring us a lot of profits."
Emperor Wei hurriedly put the cup he just picked up on the table, showing a look of wealth and confusion, "Let's talk and listen, tell and listen..."
Qin Yu raised his eyebrows slightly and said slowly: "Your Majesty, the Ministry of Revenue has confiscated so many shops and restaurants, aren't there many shops and restaurants that are still idle and unsold? We can open some hot pot restaurants so that the restaurants can be used and can also provide
The household department brings long-term stable income.”
Hear this.
Wei Huang, Qin Wenyao and Lu Liangping were all stunned.
This is a good idea.
The more money the court makes, the lower the taxes for the people will be in the future.
The most important thing is that nowadays, if officials govern the country in a clear and transparent manner, corruption will not happen.
Emperor Wei nodded heavily, with firm eyes, "This is a good idea, then let's open a hotpot restaurant."
"Actually, I have a dream. I hope that one day, I, the Wei Dynasty, will no longer collect grain taxes from the people, but the Ministry of Household Affairs will spend money to buy grain from the people. Only then can I, the Wei Dynasty, be called prosperous.
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Listen to what Emperor Wei said.
Qin Yu, Xiao Nan, Qin Wenyao and Lu Liangping were stunned.
They did not expect that Emperor Wei could actually say these words.
It is actually very difficult for a king of a country to have such an awareness.
This is also where Qin Yu admires Emperor Wei.
He is really different from the emperors in history.
Qin Wenyao's blood boiled, "Your Majesty, there will definitely be such a day for me in the Wei Dynasty!"
Qin Wenyao was not only a great Wei Zhongliang, but also a fanatic in governing the country and the people.
After discussing the matter of building a fireworks workshop, building a greenhouse, and opening a hotpot restaurant.
Emperor Wei was in a good mood.
New tea, fine salt, wine making, fireworks, hot pot restaurants, and out-of-season fruits.
This year, the government-run business of the Ministry of Household Affairs has grown by leaps and bounds.
He believes that these transactions will definitely bring huge profits to Da Wei this year.
As long as there was money and food in Taicang, Emperor Wei had nothing to fear.
Immediately afterwards.
Emperor Wei looked at Qin Yu and continued: "You will go to Qi in three days. This time I will ask the prince to go with you to show my great Wei spirit."
Xiao Nan was very happy when he heard this. He liked going out with Qin Yu.
But Qin Yu knew what Emperor Wei meant.
At this Qi State cocktail party, Shao Daozi will definitely fight his way out of the siege and win the championship.
Emperor Qi's invitation to Xiao Wenmao was disrespectful to Emperor Wei.
Emperor Wei sent Xiao Nan again to show that Qi Guo attached great importance to it, and made it clear that he wanted everyone to see Emperor Qi's jokes and let them see Emperor Wei's magnanimity.
One by one, the emperor of Wei and the emperor of Qi made a judgment.
To put it bluntly, Emperor Wei sent Xiao Nan to show off.
Qin Yu had no reason to refuse and nodded, "It all depends on His Majesty's orders."
After discussing this matter.
Qin Yu and Xiao Nan left the imperial study and continued to listen to music in the side hall.