allendalepharm Chapter 837 This kid has a big appetite
Chapter 837 This kid has a big appetite
Chapter 837 This kid has a big appetite
Besides, even if the emperor and the cabinet approved the new policy, they would not necessarily hand it over to Jiang Youzhen to implement. Wouldn’t their money be wasted then?
Before the imperial court issued any new policies, Jiang Youzhen couldn't wait to make money. It seems that all officials are of the same kind.
However, many people are wavering. Seeing that Jiang Youzhen is so valued by the emperor, they think it will be beneficial in the future if they take the opportunity to get close to Jiang Youzhen.
Everyone has different thoughts, but most people think that the new policy has not yet been implemented and they need to wait and see.
Jiang Youzhen only mentioned a few things and did not ask for a response right away. He then chatted with everyone for a while and left.
As soon as she left, the whole hall became lively again.
In addition to greeting each other, everyone began to exchange their thoughts and opinions on the new policy.
"Do you think the court will promulgate this new policy? And is it true, as Lord Jiang said, that any merchant can purchase salt permits?" Yang Xingwei asked.
Master Xu shook his head. "It's hard to say. The imperial court has controlled salt for so many years, how could it easily let it go? As Lord Jiang said, salt is the foundation of survival, and salt tax is one of the important taxes of this dynasty.
And if salt is in the hands of the people, it will easily cause trouble. The court has so many concerns, the cabinet and the emperor will not agree."
"I think it's possible. Think about it, if he wasn't sure, how could Lord Jiang tell us about this in advance? Moreover, this is only a part of the salt, not all of it, and this item may even increase revenue for the national treasury.
The salt tax won't be reduced, and it solves the problem of sending food and fodder to the border, and merchants can also make more profits, so why not do it?" Chief Qu pondered.
"In fact, I don't mean that this new policy is not good for the court and us. On the contrary, it is of great benefit to both sides. But you have to understand that if you have been holding someone's lifeline and suddenly have to let go one day, if it were you, would you be willing?"
At this time, the head of the Fang family came over and said with sarcasm on his face.
"Hey~ All of this is just your speculation. Maybe the court will really relax. If you are afraid of taking risks, then just wait and see. Anyway, you won't suffer any loss." Wan Niansong walked over and said to everyone.
"So it seems that Master Wan has already expressed his intention." Master Fang looked at Wan Niansong and said in an unfriendly tone.
Don't think that just because you have the upper hand over the imperial envoy, you can act tyrannically and bully others.
"Of course I have an intention. After hearing Lord Jiang mention this matter, I think the new policy will definitely be implemented, so it is better to make a decision earlier." Wan Niansong said with certainty.
"Hmph! Patriarch Wan has already clung to the thigh of the Imperial Envoy, so naturally you will agree to whatever the Imperial Envoy says. I think the Imperial Envoy sent you to incite us." Patriarch Fang said sarcastically.
"Master Fang, if you don't want to, no one is forcing you. I am just expressing my opinion. Why are you being so aggressive?"
"Ahem! We are all businessmen. Harmony brings wealth. Let's just say less." Zhou Jinghe quickly acted as a peacemaker.
"You guys still need to think about it, but I think it's feasible. If you can seize the initiative, you won't suffer any loss." said Patriarch Qu.
In this way, everyone had different thoughts until the end.
After the banquet, Jiang Youzhen received many invitations for three consecutive days. Many people were asking her about it, but no one could make up their mind.
One day, Jiang Youzhen was preparing to go out to appreciate the scenery of Jiangnan when he heard that Chief Qu had arrived.
"Please forgive me for disturbing you." Chief Qu sat down at the bottom, his face full of apology.
"You are too polite, Chief Qu."
"Sir, to be honest, I am very interested in the salt permit you proposed, and I would like to ask you to reserve a quota for me. It would be best if it goes to the border along the way.
You also know that my family has been selling tea for generations, especially in the bitter and cold areas at the border, where people eat little food and mostly meat, so the demand for tea is very high.”
Jiang Youzhen nodded, "Indeed."
“So I would like to ask you to reserve a place for me at the border. Actually, you may not know that our Ma family, the relatives of our Qu family, are gentry and own thousands of acres of fertile land, so there is no need to worry about food.
Jiangnan has a well-developed weaving industry, and the soldiers can also bring along the warm clothing they need."
Chief Qu put down the tea bowl in his hand and said, "It is most appropriate for you to start your administration in Jiangnan."
"It's still Chief Qu who understands my intentions. In fact, it's all for the benefit of all parties. It's just that others can't help but think too much." Jiang Youzhen sighed.
Chief Qu smiled and said, "Your Excellency is serving the country and the people. Others may not understand your painstaking efforts, but I do."
As he spoke, he glanced at the personal attendant behind him. The attendant immediately understood and placed a box in his hand on the table.
Chief Qu patted the box and said, "Sir, this is a small gift from me. Please grant me a quota. As for how much salt permit is needed to go to the border and how to settle the bill, please let me know."
Jiang Youzhen raised his eyebrows, meaning that the silver in the box was for him and was not considered the cost of buying salt permits to go to the border.
Seeing that the master was silent, Qing Lang behind him immediately stepped forward and brought the box to Jiang Youzhen. Jiang Youzhen did not shy away and opened the box to find that it was full of banknotes.
The top one is worth one hundred taels, which means that if all the silver notes in the box are worth one hundred taels each, then there must be at least thirty thousand taels in it.
Jiang Youzhen smiled, and just when Chief Qu thought he was safe, Jiang Youzhen spoke.
"Patriarch Qu, you have misunderstood my meaning. In fact, I really just revealed it to you in advance. Whoever can seize this opportunity depends on their own ability."
Jiang Youzhen placed the box on the table. "Purchasing salt permits to the border depends on your ability. The highest bidder wins."
Jiang Youzhen pointed at the box and asked Qinglang to return the box.
Chief Qu's heart sank. Could it be that it was too little?
It was indeed a little too little, but Jiang Youzhen had no intention of accepting a bribe, she had other plans in mind.
"Sir! Patriarch Zhou of Yao Jingxuan is here."
Jiang Youzhen's eyes lit up when he heard the report, "Please come to the outer study immediately."
Zhou Jinghe is here? Chief Qu was a little anxious.
"Sir, I'll give you one hundred thousand taels."
However, Jiang Youzhen shook his head, "Don't worry, Chief Qu."
Hearing the footsteps approaching from afar, Chief Qu sighed inwardly, it seemed that he was indeed stingy, and the other party simply did not care about a mere 30,000 taels.
He stood up and said goodbye, "Then I won't hinder your hospitality. I will take my leave now."
Unexpectedly, Jiang Youzhen waved his hand and said, "Patriarch Qu and Patriarch Zhou are acquaintances. There is no need to be shy. Sit down!"
Chief Qu was surprised. What did this mean? Did he want to compete with Zhou Jinghe?
Chief Qu snorted in his heart, this boy really has a big appetite.
Zhou Jinghe arrived quickly, and was surprised to see Clan Leader Qu was also there.