Three whips break the father-son relationship, please call me prince

Chapter 213: One Million Deposit, One Million Silver Dollars
"The Duke."

"It's a little hard to guess what happened today."

Lu Dunxin poured tea for Xiao Yu and asked, "It seems that both the Cui and Lu families hope that Gao Shilian will step down."

"How is this going?"

Xiao Yu lightly stirred the tea, took a sip, and said, "If I don't do anything, I will mess it up."

"Everyone thinks I shouldn't be sitting in this position."

"You should understand this principle, right?"

Lu Dunxin was slightly surprised and didn't say anything, but in fact he agreed.

The reason why the Jiangnan gentry united around the Xiao and Lu families was because they brought benefits to the Jiangnan gentry.

The outstanding young men in the family were sent to the Eastern Palace to serve as officials.

Newspapers, snowflake salt, etc., are all benefits they have obtained.

That's why they support us so wholeheartedly without any complaints.

Once you contribute money and effort, everything is contributed.

As a result, Xiao Yu and Lu Dunxin were unable to handle things properly around the prince and instead caused trouble.

Don't blame others for turning against you. It's your own fault for not doing your job properly and not being worthy of your position.

"But isn't it a bit too much power for Changsun Wuji to be in charge of the Ministry of Personnel?"

Lu Dunxin asked.

Xiao Yu shook his head slightly, "It doesn't matter whether it's a big deal or not. Your Majesty and the Crown Prince have their own way."

"Right now it's the General Information Office and the newspaper deposit issue."

"Newspapers can no longer be as patchwork as they were before, with anyone able to publish one, and only the strong ones will be left."

"Two hundred thousand strings of cash."

He sighed and said, "How many families are willing to give it?"

"Then what should we do?"

"It all depends on what they think. Those who are willing to contribute money can contribute money, and those who are willing to contribute people can contribute people."

"That's all it can do."

Cui Dunli and Lu Chengqing were originally planning to meet, but just as they sat down, someone came to report that Duke Zhao had invited them to a gathering at his house.

This surprised them greatly, but they felt relieved after thinking about it.

The two looked at each other and smiled.

They had contributed to Gao Shilian's dethronement and they also wanted to see it.

But at the same time, when Changsun Wuji came to power, his power increased.

"Don't mention the matter of the Eastern Palace anymore."

"As it should be."

After the two reached a consensus, they went to the Duke of Zhao's mansion for a banquet.

Chang Sun Wuji did not raise the issue of Shi Lian throughout the whole process, but only talked about the General News Department and newspaper matters.

……

After the grand court meeting.

Chang'an became quiet and newspapers were not as numerous as before.

Only the Tang Empire Newspaper reported the contents of the grand court discussions.

Only then did the people of Chang'an understand why the newspapers that had been everywhere before suddenly disappeared.

It turns out that the imperial court is going to introduce control measures.

"I'm afraid we won't see such exciting verbal battles in the future."

"Yeah, it's actually quite interesting to see the excitement after dinner."

"It's still too much of a commotion. It would be strange if the court didn't stop it."

"Speaking of which, how much money did this newspaper spend in the fight? It's only one penny per copy. It's a big loss."

"Of course it's a lot. If I give out money every day, even the God of Wealth can't handle it."

"Haha, I lost money before, and now I need another 200,000 strings of cash to run a newspaper. Tsk tsk, who can afford it?"

"I'm a little curious about how the General Information Office controls this."

"How to control it depends on who is in power."

“That’s true…”

Li Yifu was walking on the street, hearing people talking about each other from all over. He became a little excited and his pace quickened.

Head of the General Information Department.

If nothing unexpected happens, it is most likely him.

From the clues, it can be seen that the prince is not actually ignoring him, but is laying the groundwork before using him.

Now it is about to come out, and the prince is letting him learn about newspapers.

Once this General Information Office is established, we will be able to shoulder the heavy responsibility.

"Jump out of Tuyuhun's fire pit."

"I thought I was being ignored, but I never thought that His Highness wanted me to develop in this area."

"But don't be impatient. Your Highness has this idea, but he hasn't been officially appointed yet, so I don't know anything."

Otherwise, how come it is said that Li Yifu is good at guessing the thoughts of those in power and can win the favor of those in power?

He is observant, has a clear mind, and can analyze things logically.

East Palace.

Li Chengqian was basking in the sun. A few days after the grand court meeting, Chang'an was surprisingly calm.

He had no newspaper to kill time, so he could only take the general with him, watch the carpet being washed, and bask in the soft sun.

"elder brother."

Li Zhi sat aside, yawning out of boredom, "I don't see what's so good about washing things."

"Haha, you haven't figured out the mystery yet."

Li Chengqian smiled and said, "You will understand later."

How could a young man like him appreciate the essence of carpet washing?

Chang Sun Chong, the young man, on the other hand, was watching with great interest, his eyes fixed on the conversation, completely ignoring it.

"alright."

Li Zhi curled his lips and leaned back in his chair, saying, "My father has issued an imperial decree. The Censorate has cracked down on and investigated the case in Chang'an, and has also sent ten censors to investigate underground."

"Father is really angry this time."

Seeing that Li Chengqian was unmoved, he asked in confusion: "Brother, aren't you worried that something big will happen?"

"event?"

"What big thing can happen."

Li Chengqian said calmly: "The ten imperial censors were ordered by the emperor to conduct a thorough investigation."

"If the local government still doesn't know how to restrain itself and try to cover up the situation, then it is hopelessly stupid."

"If it gets out of hand, it gets out of hand."

"It's not a pity to die."

He really wasn't too worried about this. As I said, if you know your superior has sent someone to find out about your problem, but you don't even try to fool him, then that will embarrass your superior.

The matter is before our eyes, should the censor intervene or not?

No matter how I explain it later?

Since you don't value me, why should I, the Censorate, give you any face?

Check it out!
A dead Taoist friend is not a poor Taoist.

Therefore, as long as the local officials are not stupid, they will know what to show the censor and how to make the matter appear flawless.

Didn't Li Shimin know that he was hiding something? Couldn't he find out anything?
He knows.

The ten imperial censors were not really going to arrest anyone, but were just there to serve as a deterrent and warning.

If someone really is blind, then there is nothing we can do.

"How has Sanlang been doing these past two days?"

Li Chengqian asked.

"Third brother is very busy. First, the bank, second, the silver dollars. He personally keeps an eye on both."

Li Zhi smacked his lips and said, "Third brother is really concerned. I heard from him that the silver dollar will be issued in a few days."

"The bank will be established within half a month with the ten administrative centers."

"Brother, how can we get this money? Should we transport it from Chang'an?"

Li Chengqian shouted, "That place is not clean yet, wash it again."

The eunuch hurriedly cleaned it again. Li Chengqian retracted his gaze, touched the general and said, "Use local materials, why transport them?"

"The key to money is circulation. As long as it circulates, banks everywhere will have money."

Banks are currently only responsible for exchange.

Then set up a bank in ten provinces, and the local families paid money to exchange it.

Anyway, you can exchange it here or go somewhere else.

As long as there are people to exchange, the bank will not be short of money.

If there is a real shortage, find a local wealthy family to take out money to cover the shortfall, give him silver dollars, and ask him to come to Chang'an to exchange them.

Li Ke is in charge of this matter. There is no need to worry about Jiangnan and Jiannan. As for the northern regions, there are no big problems either.

Changsun Wuji enjoyed the sweet things, but also suffered a loss. He wanted to make money in order to take the position of Shangshu You Pushe next year, so he would definitely support Li Ke temporarily.

He will give an explanation to the Shandong gentry.

It is also possible to cooperate even if you don't cooperate.

"Your Highness, Li Yifu is here!"

The eunuch reported.

"Ok!"

Immediately, Li Yifu stepped forward quickly and bowed deeply.

"sit down!"

Li Chengqian said casually, and waited for Li Yifu to sit down before asking, "How are you learning from the newspaper?"

Hearing this, Li Yifu was delighted, but his expression remained unchanged. He said, "Your Highness, I have roughly understood it."

"Um……!"

Li Chengqian said indifferently: "The General News Department has been established, but I have never found a suitable candidate."

"Since you have gained something, you are also the governor. You will be the Secretary of the General News Department."

"I thank Your Highness for his grace!"

Li Yifu bowed excitedly.

Li Chengqian smiled slightly. He had already thought about choosing Li Yifu.

This kind of person knows how to please others and understands the thoughts of his superiors.

He is also extremely good at understanding people's hearts.

He doesn't need a rigid and upright person; he needs a smart person who can flatter and curry favor with his superiors.

"Go back and prepare. Think about what to do after taking office, how to control newspapers and guide public opinion."

"Yes!"

Li Yifu suppressed his excitement and retreated. After leaving the East Palace and reaching a deserted place, he could not help but burst into laughter.

He finally stood in Chang'an.

Finally, I have a chance to wield a powerful fist and unleash my talent for revenge.

This time, he must seize the opportunity. Once he succeeds, soaring into the sky will not be just a dream.

……

"Brother, why is it him?"

Li Zhi was puzzled and said, "I don't like him very much. Sometimes he is too flattering and hypocritical..."

Li Chengqian: "???"

He looked strange. Why did these words sound so absurd?

You don't like it?

You like it so much.

“Make the best use of everything and everyone.”

Li Chengqian said: "Li Yifu has his own unique talents. Maybe he can perform unexpectedly in this matter."

"I hope so."

The General Administration of Information was established quickly, and at the same time, banks were established and silver dollars were issued.

All on the same day.

The threshold of two hundred thousand strings of cash has deterred countless families, and some are still hesitating and waiting.

Only five companies were initially granted permission to publish newspapers.

Two families in Jiangnan, two families in Shandong, and one family in Jiannan.

The deposit of one million strings of cash was collected entirely through the bank.

The bank was also very busy on this day.

Li Xiaogong, Changle, Gaoyang and other people had a large number of horse-drawn carriages carrying money and exchanging them for silver dollars at the bank.

The Jiangnan gentry have not lined up yet, after all, it takes time to count them.

On the last day, he received one million strings of cash and exchanged them for ten thousand silver dollars.

Li Ke was very happy that he got the job done right the first time.

"All the silver dollars in Chang'an have been redeemed."

"The workshop is still rushing to cast."

"There is no news yet on the silver dollars being shipped to other places."

Li Ke reported to Li Chengqian.

"Yes, after operating for a period of time, I believe that the silver dollar will be recognized and the bank will be on the right track..."

Li Chengqian smiled. It seemed that Li Xiaogong, Changle and others were really awesome.

(End of this chapter)