Take the arsenal to Da Ming

Chapter 77 Tangning's Ambition
"In Huanggang, I have been vigorously improving the status of merchants and reducing their taxes. This policy will be implemented in the entire Chaozhou as soon as possible."

"I'm going to set up a chamber of commerce, and you, Boss Cheng, will be the first president, but I won't meddle in matters related to business and trade in the chamber of commerce."

"We can recruit powerful and influential businessmen to settle in the Chamber of Commerce and integrate various forces. Then we can establish one or more trading companies, and everyone can invest in shares and share dividends in proportion..."

"Maritime trade naturally has various risks. The role of our new army is to ensure that our own merchant ships can reach their destinations safely."

"We are already doing this. The Shunfeng Escort Agency established in Huanggang is for this purpose, but now the main business is on land. Then we will naturally develop to the sea."

"I believe that as long as we manage properly, charge reasonable fees, and provide sufficient security, more and more merchants will definitely join us."

"The new army will also grow step by step in this process, so as to further improve security."

Tangning's words were flat, but in Cheng Gong's ears, his blood was boiling. The scene of thousands of merchant ships sailing through the sea couldn't help but appear in his mind.

Cheng Gong knew that Tangning didn't come on a whim, but had a plan in place.

This can be seen from his efforts to improve his status as a businessman in Huanggang, vigorously develop business, and establish the Shunfeng Escort Bureau. He has planned and premeditated.

Cheng Gong also knew that Tangning came to visit him specially today and talked to him so much, so it wasn't because he had to use Cheng Gong.

Instead, he took a fancy to Cheng Gong's several advantages, and felt that he could be given a chance. If Cheng Gong didn't appreciate it, there would be many ambitious businessmen willing to do their best for Mr. Tang.

Cheng Gong didn't hesitate any longer, knelt down directly, and said solemnly and humbly: "The villain Cheng Gong is willing to do the work of a dog and a horse for an adult."

Tangning stepped forward to help Cheng Gong up, and said with a smile, "Boss Cheng, no, it's President Cheng now."

"President Cheng, you don't need to be too polite. Let me emphasize again, the chamber of commerce is not owned by me, Tangning, so as the president, you are not doing my best for me, but for the entire chamber of commerce."

"We are a cooperative relationship..."

"Cooperation, cooperation." Cheng Gong quickly nodded in agreement.

Tangning turned her head and said to Xiaohuan who was listening carefully, "Xiaohuan, I will ask Yunshu to allocate 10 taels of silver to you. You can represent our Huanggang Textile Factory and Salt Industry Company to join the chamber of commerce. If there is a chance in the future, we will talk to Cheng The president has learned a lot about business."

"Okay, young master." Xiaohuan responded immediately, and she also knew the purpose of the young master for bringing her here.

Immediately got up, went to Cheng Gong and gave a salute, said: "I will ask the president to give you more guidance in the future, Xiaohuan will be polite here."

Cheng Gong hurriedly saluted and said, "Miss Xiaohuan, don't dare to be, don't dare to be."

Tangning continued, "Chairman Cheng, the Zhang family, the Wu family, and the Li family's property, you can handle it yourself. Take it as soon as possible, and leave others behind."

Cheng Gong was startled, and quickly said: "But that's you, my lord..."

Tangning immediately waved her hand and said, "No, that's not my property. As the president, you must not only have personal ability, but also your own strength, otherwise it will be difficult to convince others..."

Cheng Gong immediately understood that this was a big gift from Tangning.

It never occurred to Cheng Gong that he was worried about being scared before, fearing that his life and family fortune would be lost.

But in a blink of an eye, he became the chairman of the chamber of commerce. With Mr. Tang's full support, he won so many industries from the three companies for nothing.

With this help, it would be difficult for his Cheng family to become the number one richest businessman in Chaozhou Prefecture.

Cheng Gong also saw Mr. Tang's courage, the prime minister really has the guts to pull a boat, following such a person, why not become the number one merchant in Guangdong in the future?

"During the establishment of the Chamber of Commerce, I will send people to protect your safety. In the future, you can train some right-hand assistants to ensure safety. At that time, my people can withdraw at any time."

Tangning's words not only showed her concern for Cheng Gong's safety, but also showed that she had no intention of monitoring his actions.

Cheng Gong naturally understood, and became more and more grateful.

Next, the two sides discussed the details of the establishment of the chamber of commerce, talked about it in the evening, and then had dinner together in a high-end restaurant.

This scene was seen by many people.

Those who knew about the grievances between the Cheng family and the Tang family thought that the Cheng family was going to be doomed this time, but when they saw Tangning and Cheng Gong going in and out of the restaurant together, they became suspicious.

Finally, seeing the unconcealable joy on the faces of Cheng Gong and Mr. Tang when they parted, he knew that things were definitely not as he imagined.

Cheng Gong, a guy who has always been moody and angry, must have met some great happy event.

What a great event?They quickly found out.

On June 17, [-]th year of Chongzhen, the Chaozhou Chamber of Commerce was formally established in Chaozhou Fucheng.

Representatives from the government, headed by Chaozhou Soldier Tang Ning and the prefect Yang Qiu, came to congratulate in person, and merchants from all walks of life in Chaozhou were invited to participate.

The prefect Yang Qiu and the general Tang Ning delivered speeches successively, expressing their support for the chamber of commerce and their unlimited expectations for the future of the chamber of commerce.

Subsequently, Cheng Gong, the first president of the Chamber of Commerce, announced his inauguration and delivered an inaugural speech.

In the speech, he explained some measures and policies of the chamber of commerce, as well as the future development direction, which was cheered and supported by many businessmen.

After Cheng Gong's speech, he announced the list of eight directors. These people are all famous figures in Chaozhou Prefecture, with high prestige and influence.

These directors will assist Cheng Gong in managing the entire chamber of commerce and make suggestions for the development of the chamber of commerce.

The last and most important item is the recruitment of members of the chamber of commerce. Song Xiaohuan became the first member with 10 taels of silver.

Many people know that behind this Song Xiaohuan is Tang Ning, Master Tang, who was originally the personal servant girl next to Tang Master.

Maids don't have surnames at first, but Xiaohuan was the roommate when Master Tang was still Young Master Tang.

When Young Master Tang left Fucheng, the little maid never left, and she was trusted by Master Tang.

And Mr. Tang's unmarried wife's surname is Song, so she was given the surname Song, which shows how much Mr. Tang attaches importance to this maid.

I heard that although this maid is not very old, she can already take care of herself. This time Master Tang invested 10 taels of silver to take care of her, so she must have thought about cultivating it well.

It is not difficult to imagine that Song Xiaohuan will definitely be an indispensable right-hand man beside Master Tang in the future.

On the other hand, everyone also saw that Mr. Tang attached great importance to the chamber of commerce.

The establishment of the chamber of commerce shows that Mr. Tang pays more attention to the development of commerce and vigorously improves the status of merchants. This is a good start for the development of commerce.

Under the leadership of Xiaohuan, various merchants immediately asked to join.

However, not everyone is accepted by the chamber of commerce, and they have to go through strict examinations in terms of qualifications and ways of doing business.

You can only become a member if you pass the review.

After becoming a member, there are many benefits. First of all, business activities are protected by the chamber of commerce;

Secondly, the Chamber of Commerce will set up a trading company next, and will give priority to purchasing products from members;
Then, the Chamber of Commerce will also set up a bank, which will provide different levels of loans to members at relatively low interest rates.

In addition, there are various other conveniences and benefits, which have a better promotion effect on commercial activities.

Because of this, the more savvy businessmen knew that this was a very rare opportunity, so they wanted to join one by one.

(End of this chapter)