Although these three young masters often played against Li Qi, the land deed they brought also impressed the others. No matter how much they said, it was not as practical as this land deed. Everyone looked at each other and began to think about what Li Qi had said.
Credibility.
They originally thought that Li Qi would follow Wang Anshi's example and forcefully inspect the land, but they never expected that Li Qi not only did not beg them, let alone force them, but instead asked them to come here to register by themselves.
They began to hesitate.
This is a consumer psychology.
Li Qi took a sip of tea and a smile appeared at the corner of his mouth. He understood that it was impossible to confront these people head-on. He could only use money to lure them into taking the bait. Even though there were not many people here, once he found a breakthrough, he would be in a very difficult situation.
It will be reversed soon. It is conceivable that the remaining landlords, seeing how actively they cooperate with the Commerce Bureau, will definitely notice that there is something fishy going on. They will come to inquire on their own without Li Qi opening his mouth.
It's only a matter of time before you take the bait.
After a while, Yang Fan suddenly laughed and said: "Yanei and Xiaojiu are right, the economic envoy is a businessman, and he will not lie to us no matter what, but I want to know when the economic envoy plans to start economic construction.
The second step?”
Li Qi smiled and said: "Mr. Yang, this is no small matter, not only in our capital city, but also in other places across the country. However, I only plan to find five pilot projects at the beginning, and our Commerce Bureau needs to go through careful planning. It is expected that
It is to prepare all the preparatory work within two years, and then invest in building the factory."
"Two years?"
Yang Fan frowned and said: "Then in these two years, won't we have to pay a lot of taxes?"
Free money? You are really used to evading taxes. Li Qi hehe: "Master Yang, what you said is wrong. You are all smart people. You should also know that as soon as this news gets out, the value of the land near the capital will increase at every turn."
It is inevitable. In other words, your property is increasing invisibly, just like Gao Yanei said, you can collect money even while lying down."
Gao Yanei was only happy when he heard this: "That's right, that's right. I have been in this business world for two years after all. Can I be wrong? Even if you don't believe Li Qi, you have to believe me."
The rest of the people smiled bitterly and shook their heads. Believe it or not, that's it.
Sun Rong suddenly said: "But now you can't guarantee that our land will be favored by your Commerce Bureau."
"I really can't guarantee this. Because if you don't come to register, it will be difficult for the Commerce Bureau to plan. It's too early to say this now." Li Qi said: "But if the economy improves, no matter whether your land is selected as an industrial park or not,
, there is no doubt that land will increase in value. First of all, if there are more businesses, they will always need land to build stores or workshops; secondly, when people become rich, they will also build houses, which is also related to land.
; Thirdly, when the imperial court becomes rich, it will definitely reciprocate the favor, build large-scale roads, etc., and try every means to provide convenience for businessmen, and the land will definitely be expropriated. This is all invisible wealth, and you will only make a lot of money. As for
How many questions. It depends on your luck. Then again, those who are unwilling to register will definitely have no protection at all. For example, if the court builds a road in the eastern suburbs, those who have not registered will
The land may still be expropriated without compensation. Even if I want to help, I won't be able to find an excuse. Is it worth it for this little tax?"
When everyone heard this, they all began to be a little tempted. Their family had a certain degree of influence in the court and could even influence some decisions. In other words, they still had the ability to make the court's plans beneficial to them. Everyone was heartbroken.
A wishful thinking.
Yang Fan chuckled: "That's it, that's it, you know the economic leader. I have always supported you, and this time is no exception. Our Yang family will definitely support the economic leader."
Then the rest of the people began to express their support for the Commerce Bureau's reforms in a friendly manner.
Li Qi chuckled, stood up, and said with cupped hands: "Thank you all for your support. I can only say congratulations on the decision you have made now. Based on this wise decision of all of you, I have absolutely reason to believe that in the near future
In the future, you will become the backbone of our Song Dynasty and are indispensable."
"Haha. We are happy together, we are happy together!"
Then Xu Wei suddenly said: "By the way, Economic Envoy, my father knew that I would be here today, and I have a question that I would like to ask you."
"I don't dare to take it seriously. Mr. Xu just says what he wants to say."
Xu Weidao: "Since the promulgation of the new law, five or six farmers in my family have turned into craftsmen or businessmen, and some even hope to get more wages. My family doesn't know how to deal with this matter, and I hope the economic officer can give me some guidance."
two."
Several others said that the Xu family's situation also happened in their own families.
Li Qi smiled and said: "Actually, if you don't tell me, I plan to discuss this matter with you. Now our business community in the Song Dynasty is recovering and undergoing reorganization, and because of the new law, many people have devoted themselves to business, which means that there will be
Providing job opportunities for more people. In fact, it doesn’t matter now, because there are still many refugees and human resources are inexhaustible. I believe that the farmers in your family must have some connections, or plan to
If you do some small business, you are not asked to leave."
Xu Wei nodded and said, "The economic envoy is really a mastermind."
Li Qi waved his hand and said: "Now that there are so many refugees outside, we are not afraid of not being able to recruit people at all. But in a few years, the situation will be completely different. When demand exceeds supply, then the increase in wages will be certain. By then, farmers and you will
The relationship will also undergo some changes. It's just that they want more. This is a normal phenomenon. You don't need to worry. Today, our Song Dynasty is still a country dominated by agriculture, so agricultural taxes have always been paid by the court.
The most important tax is, but once commerce starts, the commercial tax will gradually increase. In the future, it may surpass the agricultural tax and become the first tax of the court. Then by then, the commercial tax will definitely share part of the agricultural tax, and the agricultural tax will
Taxes will definitely drop sharply, and the price of food will definitely increase accordingly. You can use this money to subsidize the wages of farmers at home. Relatively speaking, you will still make a profit. Although business is booming now, everyone is
I want to join in, but agriculture will not change. After all, everyone needs to eat, and agriculture will only become more important with the prosperity of business. So don’t overdo things, you still have to protect your family.
Fertile farmland, because food is the foundation, if you work hard to do this well, you will have inexhaustible wealth."
Yang Fan laughed and said: "Listening to your words is better than studying for ten years. Yang suddenly became enlightened."
Xu Weidao: "Economic envoy, don't worry, we will definitely support you."
Their trip today was truly worthwhile, and they all left the Bureau of Commerce with satisfied smiles on their faces.
Li Qi also let out a sigh of relief. However, this was just the beginning. It was easy to convince a few people, but it was not an easy thing to convince the whole world. He discussed with his subordinates how to promote the land tax.
After that, I was ready to go back to Zuixianju to solve the problem of the Five Internal Organs Temple.
But as soon as he went out, he saw Niu Gao walking over with long strides.
"For humble positions, see Bu Shuai."
Li Qidao: "What's the matter?".
Niu Gao whispered: "There is a letter from the north."
"What?" Li Qi's heart froze, and an unpleasant feeling arose spontaneously, because the spy he sent to the Kingdom of Jin was less than three months old. How could the news come so soon? He hurriedly stretched out his hand and said: "Quickly
Order and bring it.”
Niu Gao quickly took out a letter from his arms and handed it over.
Li Qi hurriedly took out the letter and took a look. There were only a few numbers in the letter, but it was just a few words. He read it for a long, long time.
Wanyan Aguda died on the way home.
Historically, Wanyan Aguda also died of illness on his way back, but the arrival of Li Qi hindered the progress of the negotiations. The negotiations were delayed for two months, and Wanyan Aguda also died two months later than historically.
However, this sudden news also cast a shadow in Li Qi's heart.
That afternoon, Li Qi took Ma Qiao out of the north gate and came to a hill. He put three sticks of incense and looked into the distance to the north. Although he had only met Wanyan Aguda once and only got along with him for a few days, he was really
I respect Wanyan Aguda from the bottom of my heart. Wanyan Aguda is definitely an elder worthy of respect.
Before he met Wanyan Aguda, he never believed that there was any kingly spirit in this world, at least not in the only emperor he knew. But after that, he really believed that there was indeed a kingly spirit in this world.
The aura of a king can be said to be a kind of charisma that makes others willing to follow you, even at the risk of their own lives. But it is a rare occurrence in a century to have such charisma. After all, only a few people can sit in that position.
Privately, Li Qi was deeply regretful and saddened by the death of such a genius. In public, this was undoubtedly bad news for Li Qi.
It is undeniable that relying solely on Wanyan Aguda's military prowess is definitely not a good thing for the Song Dynasty. Since the beginning of the army, Taizu Shengsheng has left no trace of strategies, left no troops behind, and is invincible. What's more important is that he is different.
As for his sons, the Khitans he hated had no hatred for the Song Dynasty. They were open-minded and wise, and they valued the friendship between the Song and Jin countries very much. Wanyan Zongwang also once said that Taizu only
My words about attacking the Song Dynasty are still in my ears. His presence will undoubtedly bring more advantages than disadvantages to the Song Dynasty.
However, the wheel of history is back on track after slightly deviating from its track. Li Qi knows that Wanyan Sheng should have ascended the throne now, but Wanyan Sheng is no better than his brother. He cannot suppress Wanyan Zongwang and others. If history goes by
If the Jin army moves south in more than a year, the Jingkang Revolution will follow.
Li Qi did not dare to take any chances and believed that everything written in history books was a lie. After all, history was not a fairy tale. He just hoped that he could be given more time.
Thinking of this, he suddenly felt that all of this was very slim, and his confidence dropped sharply. The Song Dynasty court was now in a terrible state, with a room full of treacherous ministers. Just dealing with them, he didn't know how long it would take, even if he could defeat the six thieves.
, but in view of Song Huizong's character, I believe that new six thieves will appear soon.
What should I do? The Song Dynasty was suffering from internal and external troubles. Li Qi suddenly felt that he was just an insignificant person. He stared blankly at the north, helpless.
In this way, he stood from afternoon until sunset.
Ma Qiao behind him suddenly stepped forward and whispered: "Bu Shuai, the sun is setting, we'd better go back quickly."
Li Qi was startled for a moment, looked up at the sky, and sighed: "Time flies so fast." But as soon as he turned around, he suddenly stopped and stared at the beautiful sunset in the west.
After a while, he suddenly murmured: "Only when the red sun sets, a new sunrise will rise." When he said this, his eyes suddenly opened, and his heart suddenly became brighter, enlightened, and confident.
Doubled and burst into laughter. (To be continued...)