Da Qin: I exposed myself as a time traveler, why are you Zhao Gao panicking?

Chapter 138 Paper instead of money!

In Zhangtai Palace.

In the solemn and solemn hall.

Zu Long sat on the dragon couch, listening to Li Si's report about the praise from students all over the world after the announcement of the imperial examination was released, with a rare look of joy on his face.

"Li Si, what you said is true?"

Zulong looked at Li Si below with sharp eyes, and there was a hint of excitement in his tone: "Is the imperial examination system really so praised by students all over the world?"

Li Si bowed to salute, his voice was stable and powerful: "His Majesty, there is indeed something. Since the release of the notice of the University of Science and Technology, students from all over the country have responded enthusiastically, and they praised His Majesty's heroic martial arts and created a new situation in election."

Zulong laughed loudly when he heard this, and the satisfaction in his heart was beyond words: "Good! Great good! This is the situation I want to see. The imperial examination system must be implemented for a long time to select more talents for the imperial court."

However, at this moment, Li Si suddenly changed the topic and mentioned another thing that caused Zu Long a headache.

"Your Majesty's cost of building a warship is huge. In addition, the construction of Mount Li and the Great Wall are also being carried out at the same time. Although the expenditure on manpower and material resources has been reduced a lot before, the cost is still huge."

When Zu Long heard this, the smile on his face gradually solidified, and his brows frowned: "Yes, these projects are my great undertaking, but the cost is indeed not small."

Seeing this, Li Si made his body lower: "Also ... and Ting Wei took a lot of money from the Treasury ..."

He lowered his body so that no one could see his expression.

Zulong glanced at him, remembered the weapon, silent, and then said faintly: "It's okay, it is Zi Zhiying, Ting Wei supports money to use him another!"

When Li Si heard this, he did not dare to say any more: "I understand."

Suddenly, Zu Long sighed, looking a little helpless: "Now that the treasury is empty, I am also having a headache."

Seeing that Li Si moved in his heart, he knew that Zulong's lack of money has always been worried, so he tentatively said:

"Your Majesty, I have a plan, but I don't know whether to tell it or not."

"Oh? What's your plan? Tell me quickly."

Zu Long said eagerly that what he urgently needs to solve now is the money problem.

"Your Majesty, why don't you invite Ting Wei to come? Maybe Ting Wei has a clever idea that can solve the court's urgent needs." Li Si said.

Zu Long heard the words, and a hint of expectations in his eyes!

Yes, if you ask Ting Wei when you encounter problems, you will definitely have a good plan!

"In that case, quickly convey him to the palace."

Soon after, Qin Chi was introduced into the palace.

After he bowed down and saluted, Zulong couldn't wait to ask: "Qin Chi, do you have a clever plan to solve the money problem of the imperial court?"

Qin Chi was stunned and looked up at Li Si, who explained: "Building ships and repairing the Great Wall has cost a lot of money. Now that the treasury is empty, Your Majesty invites you here just to discuss a good plan."

Qin Chi suddenly realized, but couldn't help but roll his eyes at Li Si.

You, the prime minister, should be the one to solve the money problem. What are you doing with me, a court official?

He looked at Li Si speechlessly, but in front of Lao Zhao, he didn't say much.

On the contrary, Li Si is the old god.

Qin Chi thought for a while, and said, "His Majesty, the minister does have a strategy."

As soon as this remark came out, Zulong and Li Si were looking forward to full, staring at him tightly.

"Hurry up!" Ying Zheng couldn't wait and quickly urged.

Li Si also had glaring eyes. "Your Majesty, you can use paper instead of money!" Qin Chi said.

"Paper instead of money?" Zu Long and Li Si exclaimed at the same time!

The atmosphere suddenly became tense.

Zu Long frowned, and Li Si also looked puzzled. Both of them stared at Qin Chi, waiting for his further explanation.

They all know that Qin Chi Zhiyong is in full swing, and even paper is his invention!

But the two of them still felt unbelievable about using paper instead of money!

"Qin Chi, you said that paper can be used as a substitute for money. This paper was indeed invented by you, but it is thin and fragile. How can it carry the weight of money?"

Zu Long finally spoke, his voice revealing deep confusion.

Qin Chi nodded and explained: "Although the paper is light and thin, I can give it special treatment to make it stronger and more durable! The key is that the paper must have the imperial seal and face value printed on it. This kind of paper can be used on Circulate in the market and trade in place of gold and silver currency.”

"This ... isn't this a child's play?" Li Si heard that Li Si said, frowned, "How can paper compare with gold and silver?"

Qin Chi raised his head and looked firmly at Zu Long: "Your Majesty, the words printed on this paper are not ordinary words, but represent the credit and promise of the court. As long as the court keeps its promise, it is guaranteed that this paper can be exchanged for gold at any time. Silver, it can become a currency in circulation."

Although this kind of paper itself is not very valuable, it is backed by the credibility of the court.

As long as the court ensures that this paper can be exchanged for gold and silver of equal value at any time, then it will have the same purchasing power as gold and silver.

Zulong's eyes followed Qin Chi tightly, in the deep eyes, the curiosity and shocking light shone.

He knew that paper was Qin Chi's invention, but this was the first time he heard of the idea of ​​applying it to currency circulation.

Although the letter was suspicious, Qin Chi's determined tone and calm attitude made him look forward to it.

Is it really what he said?

Li Si stood aside, also listening fascinatedly.

As an important minister of the imperial court and the Prime Minister of Qin, he had a deep understanding of finance and economics, but Qin Chi's idea still shocked him.

He knew that if this theory could be successfully implemented, it would be an earth-shaking change for Da Qin.

“Besides replacing money with paper, another option is to set up a bank!”

Qin Chi's voice echoed in the empty hall, and his words flowed like a clear spring, and they deeply attracted the attention of Zulong and Li Si.

His eyes were piercing and clear, as if he could see into people's hearts and everything in the world.

His voice was steady and powerful, as if every word carried the weight of thoughtful consideration.

"This... what is a bank?" Li Si interjected and asked.

Zu Long was also extremely curious, leaning forward slightly and staring at Qin Chi with burning eyes.

"Your Majesty..." Qin Chi spoke slowly, "The benefits of banks cannot be seen overnight, but their long-term benefits are actually the welfare of the country. First of all, banks can gather idle funds from the people so that the people have enough money to save, and the court will Therefore, a large amount of funds can be raised in a short period of time for national construction, whether it is building the Great Wall, constructing water conservancy projects, or relieving famines and developing armaments, which can all be done more calmly."

He paused and continued: "Secondly, by paying interest to the people, banks are actually encouraging people to save and curb unnecessary consumption. In this way, the currency circulation in the market will be more stable and price fluctuations will be reduced. It will get a certain degree of peace, the people live and work in peace, and the country is naturally prosperous. "

Zulong and Li Si were surprised.

Their expressions were focused and serious, as if they were listening to the teachings of a wise man.

(End of this chapter)