"Your Majesty," Han Du said harshly, knowing that Lao Zhu's stingy temper was out again. He persuaded: "10% is not much, after all, Ming Dynasty paid very little, right?"
After all, in this process, the Ming Dynasty just sent some officials and some soldiers to garrison, and it was able to make 90% of the profit. In Han Du's view, it was already a profitable business.
But Lao Zhu was still a little unhappy. He frowned and said, "Can't we just give them a salary? As for no one willing to go, you don't have to worry about that. Who dares not to go according to my decree?"
"I Have a Picture Book of Ghosts and Gods"
Lao Zhu waved his hands comprehensively, as if he was about to make a decision.
When Han Du saw it, his expression changed. Afraid that Lao Zhu didn't know the power of this and acted recklessly, Han Du immediately persuaded him: "Your Majesty, you must not do it! This border pass is already a place where criminals are sent to prison, and it is even worse overseas than at the border pass. It is far away from homeland. How can such a place go directly? Do you want all the officials to go?"
Han Du is about to break out in a cold sweat. If Lao Zhu is really doing this, all the officials will know about it. They didn't dare to cause trouble to Lao Zhu, but how could they let themselves go? Although Han Du didn't pay attention to Baiguan on weekdays and was not afraid of Baiguan at all, that was because there were minor conflicts between them. If it was really because of him that all the officials had to go overseas, then just a poke in the spine would make Han Du feel ashamed.
When Tang He saw it, he couldn't help but help and said: "Your Majesty, in my opinion, this is just like when we conquered the world in the past. Anyway, this overseas land is not owned by the Ming Dynasty now. No matter how much wealth there is, It has nothing to do with Ming Dynasty."
As he said that, Tang He laughed exaggeratedly, glanced at Han Du and Zhu Biao, and turned everyone's attention to him as if he was mischievous.
"Sir, this is similar to when we conquered the world before. I still remember that when I captured a city, my superior waved his hand and gave me a very generous reward. I was really very happy at first. The current situation, In fact, it’s almost the same as that. It’s just that the generals like Chen are replaced by civilian officials. In fact, they don’t necessarily need civilian officials. If the superior gives them 10% of the reward, how can they not sacrifice their lives for the superior?”
Tang He's words brought Lao Zhu's memory back to the early days of his business.
That time. It was really not easy to start a business in the beginning. Even though I didn’t have much money, I still wanted to reward the meritorious soldiers generously. However, it is precisely because of the generous rewards that we can make civil and military officials work hard for me, and we can conquer the world in a short period of time.
From now on, it seems that my generous reward was completely worth it. But since when did I become stingy with rewards?
Lao Zhu couldn't help but look up into the void. After a moment, he had the answer, it was after Yuji Tianxia. Things in the world are in chaos, with everything waiting to be done, and money is everywhere. It seems that the world is a huge hole that no amount of gold and silver can fill.
From that time on, I had to live frugally.
Han Du was reminded by Tang Heyi and persuaded him bravely: "The emperor also knows how big the world is. Now the Ming Dynasty seems to be in a peaceful place. Developing overseas is like conquering cities and territories. If there are not enough rewards, I’m afraid no officials will go.”
Lao Zhu had a sullen face, glanced at Han Du, and suddenly laughed: "When you said that, I actually feel like conquering the world again."
Tang He was overjoyed when he saw this, and immediately said solemnly: "When I came to power, I was able to defeat the Qianyuan Dynasty, and today I can still dominate the world. When I came to power, I have no talent, but I am willing to be a pioneer for the top."
Lao Zhu smiled and waved his hands and said: "Xian brother, please don't go. Don't look at Han Du, who talks about overseas as a flowery world. But I can guess without asking, overseas must also be a bitter and cold place. Land. Let’s give opportunities to young people. I still want my good brother to live a few more years and stay with me well."
Lao Zhu's light words moved Tang He to tears, and he nodded his head in agreement, "It is my greatest blessing that I can meet a high official in this life."
Tang He knew that with Lao Zhu's words, he would be able to enjoy his old age peacefully in this life.
Lao Zhu took Tang He's hand and patted it to comfort him a few times.
He turned to look at Han Du and said, "It's up to you. I will issue a decree that all the governor's overseas officials can receive a reward of 10% of their annual income."
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Han Du was overjoyed when he heard this.
Han Du's heart is really high
Xing, because just what Lao Zhu said meant that Daming turned his gaze from the ground to the sea. As long as the Ming Dynasty pays attention to overseas resources, Handu believes that the Age of Discovery led by the Ming Dynasty will inevitably come. As long as the people of Ming Dynasty are keen to go to sea, no one can stop Ming Dynasty in this era.
"Don't be too happy too soon," Lao Zhu suddenly poured cold water on Han Du, "I have a difficult matter now. If you can solve it, I will agree to it."
Han Du was stunned when he heard this. Although he knew that what Lao Zhu said would not be simple, he could only agree to it at this moment.
"May I ask Your Majesty, what is the matter?"
Lao Zhu didn't speak, just glanced at Zhu Biao lightly.
Zhu Biao understood immediately and quickly explained to Han Du: "Something happened in Henan..."
Han Du was speechless for a while. The people from the Henan Chief Envoy Department dared to conceal the disaster. I quietly took a look at Lao Zhu's face and saw that Lao Zhu's face was as dark as water. I sighed in my heart, I don’t know how many people will die this time.
"The people in Henan have been without food for a month now. If food cannot be transferred immediately, I'm afraid..." Zhu Biao did not say what might happen.
However, Han Du himself could imagine it, and Han Du's face could not help but become solemn for this reason. This is a million human lives, who can remain indifferent?
"Da Ming Royal Grain Industry..." Han Du couldn't help but asked doubtfully, didn't he purchase a batch of grain at the beginning?
Zhu Biao sighed after hearing this. It was indeed similar to what his father said. Upon hearing that there is a shortage of food there, everyone will think that the Ming Dynasty Royal Grain Industry once purchased food.
"Those grains have been donated a long time ago. The only grains that are available now are the million tons of grains you obtained overseas. But even if the navy wants to transport these grains back, it will take a month. It's a pity that the people of Henan cannot wait for a month." Zhu Biao said regretfully.
Han Du couldn't help but lower his head after hearing this. I feel troubled by the problems raised by Lao Zhu. I'm not a god, so I can't conjure the food now, nor can I ask the navy to bring the food back instantly.
