Ming politicians

Almost overnight, the number of common people gathered in the city decreased greatly. Su Tiancheng's decision was decisive and lethal. The common people who came to Dengzhou and Laizhou finally had land in their hands. If they were able to farm and were taken back by the government, it would be a big loss, and this time, the enthusiasm of the common people for farming was unprecedentedly high, without the government's urging, every household was busy in the fields.

The second-class Niu, who had come to Dengzhou a long time ago, became a favorite at this time. Many farmers, especially the families of Jiangning camp soldiers, knew the yield of sweet potatoes and corn, and rushed to ask the second-class Niu for guidance. I don't know the reason, it seems that Niu Er and others should guide me, the grain yield in the field is higher.

Many officials were a little worried at first, but as time went by, their worries disappeared. The enthusiasm of the farmers for planting was very high, and the speed was also very fast. Some fast-growing farmers soon began to plant They will never give up the money they can earn after working in the city.

The households who migrated to Dengzhou and Laizhou are roughly divided into four levels. The first level is the family members of Jiangning camp soldiers. The conditions of these people are generally good. Every household has money and food. According to the government's arrangement , some live in cities, some live in villages and towns, and most of those who can enter the prefecture are the family members of military officers. Those who live in county towns have slightly better conditions, but those who live in villages and towns have better conditions. Not bad either.The second layer is the families of merchants, including a small number of gentry and rich households. This layer is quite special, with the best conditions and different levels. These people basically live in Fucheng.Or in the state capital and county seat.The third layer is the peasant households who migrated from various places. Most of them are familiar with the situation in Jiangning camp, and they can live a decent life. Considering that they can be allocated land and earn money when they come to Dengzhou and Laizhou.He followed without hesitation.The fourth layer is the Han people who escaped from Houjin. This part has the worst conditions and still needs relief from the government. However, these people are also the most able to endure hardships, and after they are allocated land, they are far away in North Zhili or Shaanxi. , Shanxi's family members also slowly began to move towards Dengzhou and Laizhou.

Since it is divided into four levels, there must be a distinction between high and low, and the status is the most prominent.It is still the family members of officers above the commander of the Jiangning camp and guards. Officers above the commander of the Jiangning camp and guards not only have military positions, but also civilian positions. This means that their family members have unusual identities. Different, they received everyone's respect.The government's attitude towards them is also good, followed by the families of the Jiangning battalion soldiers.They are also respected, and the worst are the Han Chinese who fled from Houjin. Many people shaved off their hair immediately after returning, put a hat on their heads, and waited for their hair to grow back slowly.

such a situation.Su Tiancheng knew about it, but he couldn't stop it. Human beings can't be completely equal in the first place. The so-called equality of everyone exists at all times due to differences in status.It was just shouted out in slogans, and it would be impossible to do it hundreds of years later.

The number of people moving to Dengzhou and Laizhou is still increasing. People from Jinan Prefecture and Yanzhou Prefecture are gathering in large numbers towards Dengzhou and Laizhou. The people in Qingzhou Prefecture are much more stable. They all know that Qingzhou Prefecture is also under the jurisdiction of Su Tiancheng .

There are not many places that the governor of Shandong can manage. Apart from Jinan and Yanzhou, the rest is Dongchang. It’s staring blankly. Besides, Shandong is a strategically important place, and it has also encountered many wars. It is incomparable with the south. The government at all levels here is still mostly poor. If you can care less, you can worry less .

On February [-]th, Wang Dazhi finally arrived in Dengzhou with a large group of people.

A large number of boxes were carried into the Governor's Mansion, and no one knew what was in the boxes.

Su Tiancheng knew very well that when the 1000 million taels of silver came to Dengzhou, he could rest assured that he could use his hands and feet now.

It is impossible for Song Sijun to take out so much silver. There are other borrowed silver in it. Among them, Zhu Shenxuan lent 200 million taels, Zhu Yousong lent 200 million taels, Qin Wang Zhu Cunshu, Rui Wang Zhu Changhao and others. Han Wang Zhu Quan Huoji each lent 100 million taels of silver, and Song Sijun collected 300 million taels of silver.

Needless to say, Zhu Shenxuan and Zhu Yousong, when they learned that Su Tiancheng needed to borrow money, they didn't hesitate at all, and readily took out 200 million taels of silver. As for King Zhu Cunshu of Qin, King Zhu Changhao of Rui and Han Wang Zhuquan Huoji would not hesitate either, they had earned a lot of silver in the mutual market, it can be said that they were very rich, and it was not very difficult to lend 100 million taels of silver.

Apart from Zhu Shenxuan and Zhu Yousong, the rest of the feudal lords are all clear that they will definitely not suffer a loss if they lend silver to Su Tiancheng. When Su Tiancheng went to Shaanxi to serve as the governor, he borrowed silver from them, and later not only returned it in full Well, they were still in the mutual market, found a shop, did business with Mongolian tribes, and made a fortune. This time, Su Tiancheng will definitely need a lot of silver to build Dengzhou and Laizhou. Don't worry about lending out these silver , It is sure to be able to get profits quickly.

The relationship between Zhu Shenxuan and Su Tiancheng is not normal. No matter from which angle, he needs to help Su Tiancheng. As for Zhu Yousong, who has a keen political vision, he must support Su Tiancheng.

Once the money arrives, many things that Su Tiancheng arranged can be implemented, including the construction of the wharf, the construction of the shipyard, and so on.

Xiong Zijian first went to the Governor's Mansion.

In the wing room, Su Tiancheng looked serious, and spoke word by word.

"Xiong Zijian, when you were in Jiangning Camp, you were in charge of logistics matters for a long time. You know that Jiangning Camp's expenses are huge. Over the years, in order to maintain the operation of Jiangning Camp, many people have spent a lot of effort. Fort Anning and The mutual market in Jingbian can barely maintain the operation of the Jiangning Camp, but it is not possible to maintain the expenses of the navy. The Jiangning Camp needs about 300 million taels of silver every year to be able to maintain it, especially the expenditure on the development of firearms , is quite huge, but we cannot save money in this regard, and you are very clear about the hardships involved."

"This time, you are in charge of building Weihaiwei Wharf. I will give you 300 million taels of silver. You must build the wharf within half a year. There is only so much money. No matter what you think of, you must build the wharf."

Xiong Zijian's body trembled. He has been in charge of the Jiangning camp's expenses for a long time. He has seen a lot of silver, but Su Tiancheng took out so much silver in one breath. In his mind, it is not necessary to build Weihaiwei's pier. So much silver, at most more than 100 million taels of silver is enough.

"My lord, I think that if you don't need so much silver, the maximum is 150 million taels of silver. I promise to build the pier well. If you can't complete the task, please punish me."

Su Tiancheng shook his head lightly.

"I know what you think, your vision, you can't just confine yourself to the pier. I have drawn out a range of ten miles. Does it mean that such a large pier is needed? It is definitely not necessary. I have already said it last time. Supporting facilities are also necessary, including military barracks, civilian houses, shops, etc., all of which need to be built.”

Xiong Zijian looked at Su Tiancheng, a little puzzled, why build these facilities by himself, could it be said that the government has paid for it, and they still need to help the common people build houses and shops.

Seeing Xiong Zijian's expression, Su Tiancheng was a little annoyed. He didn't understand such a simple way of making money, and he had been in charge of the logistics for so many years.

"Xiong Zijian, I know your doubts. The construction of these houses, shops, including warehouses, etc., is mainly used to make money. I tried to borrow all the money, and I need to return it to others. Weihaiwei's wharf After the construction is completed, the land there must be precious. The built houses, shops, warehouses, etc. are all valuable. If my prediction is correct, just selling these houses and shops can basically get back 300 million Two silvers, why not earn such silver."

"This, I really didn't think of it, my lord is wise."

"Bastard Yingming, if it wasn't for the lack of money, you think I would do this. If the court can invest all the money, I would like the common people to make money, but there is no way now."

When Sun Chuanting entered the wing, Su Tiancheng's attitude changed.

"Sun Chuanting, I will give you 400 million taels of silver. With this money, you have to accomplish three things. The first is to build a shipyard, the second is to build a hundred large warships, and the third is to train a For the elite navy team, if the money is not enough, you can bring it up, and the governor's office will find a way, but you have to remember that the money must be used in a down-to-earth manner, and the task must be completed. Don't be stingy about the money. I have already asked Song Sijun to find the most powerful and shrewd accountant. He will arrive in two days. In addition, when paying wages, don't hurt the hearts of technicians and craftsmen. It’s these people who come out with good warships.”

"The money is hard-won, so we must save where we need to save it. While building warships, we also build large ships. As for how many merchant ships to build, it depends on the amount of money, but the construction of warships must not be delayed. .”

All of a sudden, 700 million taels of silver were spent, and the remaining 300 million taels were mainly used to pay for the monthly bills of government offices in prefectures and counties. As for the rest of the silver, it will be used as reserve gold. (To be continued..)