Zhang Mingyuan, the Secretary of the Ministry of Finance, almost forgot that he was still performing, and he almost didn’t jump up!
Is this the tyrannical state of Qi?
One million taels of silver per month! That’s twelve million taels a year!
Today, there is not even one hundred thousand taels in the treasury of Qian State, let alone one million.
This was because the ministers present had sold part of their family property, but even so, the cost of casting the cannon was still far from enough.
They couldn't directly rob the people, so Zhang Mingyuan was so worried during this period that his hair turned white!
I originally thought that with the methods of the national counselor Zhao Kang, I might be able to fill the national treasury quickly.
As a result, Zhao Kang has been back for more than a month and has not gone to court much. I heard that he is indeed making money.
But it had no effect, if it weren't for the fact that there were only two royal families in the harem, Her Majesty the Empress and His Royal Highness the Prince.
On weekdays, the expenses are already small.
Otherwise, Zhang Mingyuan would want to hide his face and go rob!
Especially Li Yuan, a bastard. If he doesn't have enough money, he will come to me and just ask for money.
After arguing with him for a few words, he would just say one thing and talk to the Imperial Master.
Are you not being a rogue?
And now Liu Yanran said that she can pay 12 million taels as compensation.
The most excited person is naturally Mr. Zhang.
Liu Yanran folded her hands on her belly, waiting for Xiao Xuance's response. He knew that the other party would not refuse.
Qian Guo must be very poor now and need a lot of money, but Liu Yanran also considered it.
If a large sum of money was directly paid to Qian Guo, then Qian Guo's military affairs would probably be restored quickly.
So she played a trick and paid one million silver a month.
Although the base of Qian Country is small, the expenditure of a country is definitely not small.
One million a month can limit the recovery of Qian Country to the greatest extent.
As for the yellow powder, it is the key to making gunpowder.
Liu Yanran didn't mention it at all. If she gave him money and gave him medicine in return, what was the difference between asking Qian Guo to beat her.
She wants to use this medicine to curb the development of firearms in Qian Country!
Then the twelve million sent out now will eventually return to Qi.
I have to say that Liu Yanran is indeed a smart woman.
An ordinary person would have agreed to cooperate with her, but it's a pity that the guys in front of him are actors.
They were the actors who had rehearsed for several days to welcome her.
Xiao Xuance sneered, "Twelve million dollars is enough to make up for the losses of our country. Isn't it too simple?"
Liu Yanran chuckled lightly, looking calm and calm, seeming to have taken the lead.
"Your Highness, what you said is wrong. One million per month is enough for your country's monthly expenses for recuperation and rest. When the national strength is restored in the future, we can still conduct trade with each other."
Liu Yanran smiled confidently, "Don't forget, our country of Qi has several yellow mines. Now the formula of gunpowder is no longer a secret."
Xiao Xuance's eyes darkened, and he snorted coldly, "Back then, the State of Qi ceded territory to compensate the State of Jing, but now they want to send me to the State of Qian for a mere twelve million."
"Why do you think my country, Gan, is easy to bully!"
Liu Yanran frowned, how did Qian Guo know about this nonsense?
She paused and raised her eyebrows again, "Then Yanran can take a step back, 1.5 million, and Qi will pay your country 1.5 million every month, and Qi and Qi will negotiate a peace."
Xiao Xuance wanted to say something else, but Liu Yanran said, "This is Yanran's bottom line!"
Xiao Xuance immediately said, "Deal! However, Your Royal Highness, Princess, has to restrict Zhao Kang. I have to go back and discuss with Your Majesty, when will your country pay an audience? Please wait for my notification!"
Liu Yanran then showed an undisguised smile, "Thank you, Your Highness, Your Majesty! Then Yanran will retire for the time being."
After sending Liu Yanran away and the steward's reply, Master Yang had the door of the room closed.
Suddenly the lobby became lively!
"Oh my god, flattery, didn't you perform well just now? It's already past the rehearsal time!"
"Look at that bastard old Li. He has a mark on his forehead. Why are you working so hard? Do you think the National Master will give you an award?"
"Master Taishi, you are a perfect person. He looks calm on the surface, but the changes in his eyes and the control of parts of his face are really wonderful."
The old master cupped his hands and said, "Everyone expresses my love, everyone expresses my love."
At this time, some people snorted in displeasure, and the old master immediately said, "But if we really want to say that the performance is a three-pointer, then we still have to do it with His Highness the Prince!"
"Look at the sad and angry look on his face when he scolded the imperial master, the tears filled with anger, one part anger and one part resentment, and one part pain and regret when he blames himself for not being able to eradicate the national traitor."
"What a phenomenal performance! Your Highness is so talented in acting."
Xiao Xuance's face looked better now, and he felt a little complacent when he heard the praise from everyone, "Of course, when I scolded Lao Zhao, it was with hatred. What a fool, I lied to my eldest sister before and said that I can't do anything if I don't fight."
"How many times have I been beaten, I will take revenge sooner or later! Don't spread this word, otherwise I won't be able to spare you."
All the ministers were immediately speechless.
One person sneered and said, "Your Highness, the Imperial Master is a top expert. It may be difficult for you to seek revenge."
"Then write it down first!"
After patting his butt, Xiao Xuance walked out of the Grand Master and got on the sedan, returned to the palace, and told Her Majesty the Empress about Liu Yanran.
Her Majesty the Empress immediately sent Jin Yiwei to record the details and send them to Zhao Kang's palace.
After a heavy drink, Mr. Zhao became depressed.
Looking at the secret report sent by Jin Yiwei, he clicked his tongue, "Poor girl."
Ye Hongxue on the side was embroidering flowers, "What's wrong?"
"Liu Yanran fell into the trap, everything was in my plan."
Ye Hongxue said happily, "That's indeed quite pitiful. His Majesty Guanhai will definitely be very pleased to know."
When it comes to Qi, Zhao Kang really doesn't hold any grudge against them.
The one who really hates them is Jing Guo and Wu Guanhai!
Because Qi State killed all the people of Jing State in three cities and fifteen counties, including Yun Tiecheng.
Moreover, when she was in the Zhou Kingdom, Liu Yanran also had a verbal alliance with Wu Guanhai, who was the prince at the time.
They decided to engage in trade, but before it even started, Qi State stabbed them in the back, almost destroying Jing State.
Therefore, Wu Guanhai, who became the emperor, was very resentful towards Qi State.
But now Jingguo has no ability to take revenge at all. This can be understood by looking at Zhou Qi sending a special envoy to Qianguo and directly ignoring Jingguo.
Today's Jingguo is not much of a threat to them. What matters is the attitude of Qianguo and Zhao Kang.
Zhao Kang tore up the secret report and said, "Then let me avenge this revenge on Jing Guo!"
Two days later, Liu Yanran received a message from Jin Yiwei, saying that Her Majesty the Empress would summon special envoys from both countries.
The poor Ninth Princess of Qi still doesn't know that she will be tricked this time.