Daming: Dad, you are really not good at governing the country

Chapter 349: Fifty million taels of silver? Even if all the wealthy merchants in Shanxi were gathered together, they couldn't raise enough.
Zhu Biao, who had always been taciturn and mysterious, seemed to be suddenly struck by a flash of inspiration and understood everything instantly.

"The person in charge of guarding the notice, is he counting the number of people who viewed it?"

Zhu Gang nodded slightly, and a sharp gleam suddenly flashed in his eyes, revealing courage and determination.

He has a tall and straight posture, like a proud pine tree. Although he is young, he has a calmness and dignity beyond his age.

"Exactly! When the cumulative number of views reaches 100, the revenue can be around 300 to 800 coins.

If the number can reach one thousand, the profit will be three to eight strings of treasure notes.

This is just a trial run at the moment. We will definitely introduce a 'bidding model' in the future, which will surely bring about earth-shaking changes."

At this time, the group had already arrived at the market in Shangyuan County. The market planned by Yingtian Prefecture here was extremely lively and bustling.

The shops on the street are scattered and closely connected.

Pedestrians are shoulder to shoulder and the flow is endless.

There is a dazzling array of goods, from ordinary daily necessities to exquisite and gorgeous handicrafts.

The merchants' cries of hawking rose and fell, interweaving and interweaving, as if playing a passionate and energetic commercial melody.

However, behind this prosperous and bustling appearance, there are also some unstable factors hidden.

The market competition is extremely fierce. In order to compete for customers, merchants are willing to lower prices, resulting in a continuous compression of profit margins.

At the same time, due to inconvenient transportation and poor information flow, the prices of some commodities fluctuate greatly, bringing a certain degree of uncertainty to the market.

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned and looked solemn.

That majestic face was like a carved stone statue, revealing the vicissitudes and perseverance that had been tempered by the years.

He narrowed his eyes slightly, and his gaze flashed with a sharp insight, as if he could see through the essence of everything in the world.

Zhu Yuanzhang said in a deep voice: "Purchasing on behalf of others, advertising, bidding model, these new and strange words that have never been heard of before must be inextricably linked to each other.

It must be closely connected with the participation of the envoys from the sixty-two countries of the Southeast Yi in the investment auction.

Third brother, is what we said correct?"

The corners of Zhu Gang's mouth rose slightly, revealing a confident and calm smile, which was full of wisdom and determination.

He raised his chin slightly, his eyes sparkling, as if everything was under his control.

"Father, you really have a keen eye and can see through everything. No detail escapes your discerning eyes.

After many twists and turns such as the marriage of a minister and an assassin's attack, the time for the envoys from the 62 Southeast Yi countries to prepare for the investment auction was greatly compressed.

Even without these disturbances, within just seven days...

It would be harder than climbing to the sky to raise a large amount of food relying solely on the meager strength of the vassal states' delegations.

Under this circumstance, 'part-time purchasing agent' came into being.

This strategy not only solved the problem of the shortage of envoys from the sixty-two countries in the Southeast Yi, but also opened up a new way of making a living for the people of Yingtian Prefecture. "

Zhu Gang paused for a moment, his eyes revealing profound wisdom.

He put his hands behind his back, paced back and forth in thought, looking very calm.

"Father, please take a look at how this 'part-time purchasing agent' works. We will set up a special place in Yingtian Prefecture, and the people can go there to sign up and participate.

The delegation drew up a list of items needed, and the people took on tasks according to their abilities.

After the task is completed, corresponding rewards will be given according to the value of the item and the difficulty of completion.

In this way, the people can both serve the delegation and gain benefits. It is really a perfect strategy that achieves the best of both worlds." He found a slightly quieter place and continued, "If you want to let the people know this news in a short time, posting advertisements at the gate of the government office is the fastest and most convenient way to spread the news.

As for the 'bidding model', that will be the big drama after the investment auction, so there is no need to rush to plan for it now.

This is my three-step strategy, and I will implement the first two steps steadily. "

Zhu Biao sighed deeply, his face full of emotion.

“When I first saw the Ten-Year Strategic Plan drawn up by my third brother, I knew he was a man of foresight.

Looking at it now, it really lives up to its reputation.

The fact that the Ming Dynasty has the King of Jin is truly a great blessing for the people and a great fortune for all the people!
My father is so lucky, the country is so lucky, and the country of Ming Dynasty is so lucky! "

Under Zhu Biao's clever guidance, Zhu Yuanzhang's thoughts were instantly drawn to the "Ten-Year Strategic Plan".

"Previously, there was the Five-Year Development Plan for the Ming Dynasty, which elaborated in detail the development blueprint for the Ming Dynasty in the next five years from seven aspects, including agricultural development, commercial and handicraft development, education and talent training, and infrastructure construction.

After we gave it to Li Shanchang for review, he said that the plan drawn up by the third brother must have been guided by a master, but I wonder who this wise man is among the people?"

Zhu Gang revealed a hint of helplessness and a bitter smile, which contained a hint of stubbornness.

He frowned slightly, his eyes revealing his persistence in his decision.

“The person who organized and formulated this plan is a businessman who can raise 50 million taels of silver for me every year.

This person is currently in charge of maritime trade and money-making business. In addition, I have granted him a special authority.

That is, issuing bonds to wealthy merchants and gentry in Taiyuan, Shanxi. This policy can raise a large amount of funds without adding burden to the people. "

Zhu Biao and Zhu Yuanzhang both widened their eyes at the same time, and the latter couldn't help but gasp.

A look of shock appeared on Zhu Yuanzhang's weather-beaten face, and he was slightly moved, as if shocked by this bold plan.

“Fifty million taels of silver, this is an astronomical figure!

Even if all the wealthy merchants and gentry in Shanxi were gathered together, it would probably be difficult to gather them all.”

Zhu Gang slowly explained: “It was naturally difficult for him to gather the money, so he set the bond to a three-year term.

This person first issued a quota of 10 million taels of silver, with an interest rate of 10%.

We will set up a special bond management agency to ensure the safety and rational use of funds.

At the same time, certain honors and privileges are given to wealthy businessmen and gentry who purchase bonds.

For example, giving them priority in participating in certain business projects to increase their enthusiasm.”

Zhu Biao praised: "This is a great idea. The high interest rate is enough to attract those wealthy businessmen and gentry.

But you must carefully consider the risks involved. If something goes wrong with this person, you will be in great trouble."

You should know that in the ninth year of Hongwu, the country's annual fiscal revenue was only about 10 million taels of silver.

Therefore, when they heard that Zhu Gang was going to issue bonds worth 10 million taels of silver at once, Zhu Biao and Zhu Yuanzhang both thought that the Prince of Jin was simply acting crazy.

"We have already approved 100 million taels of silver to Xie Cheng. Isn't this enough for you to build your palace? Why do you have to borrow money from wealthy merchants?"

There was a hint of blame in Zhu Yuanzhang's tone, but it also implied concern and worry for his son.

He raised his chin slightly, his eyes revealing the majesty of an emperor and a complex emotion intertwined with parental love.

(End of this chapter)