"Your Majesty, the situation is like this..."
Li Xiaogong simply explained the discussion in general, including the concept of assembly lines and so on.
After listening to these words, Li Shimin first became confused, then surprised, and finally became thoughtful.
Seeing that he was thinking, Li Xiaogong sat quietly aside without saying anything.
A few minutes later.
"Brother came here today. Could it be that he wants to give this factory to me directly?"
"Ahem, I really can't escape His Majesty's eyes."
Li Xiaogong smiled awkwardly when he heard this.
That's really what he had in mind.
From the perspective of the assembly line concept, as long as the factory is established, the production capacity will definitely increase greatly.
No other blacksmith shop can match them.
And because there is no tax on salt and iron, this means that he will make a lot of money and accumulate a lot of wealth in a very short period of time.
Not to mention taking over the entire Tang Dynasty's market share, three times out of ten, it would be enough to make him rich enough to rival the country.
It's just... having more money may not be a good thing!
Especially for him.
"However, Your Majesty, I actually have a second intention."
"This thing has great effects. If it is used in the army, it will definitely work wonders, instead of being left in the hands of the minister and exchanged for something that smells like copper."
"This is undoubtedly a waste!"
Li Xiaogong himself was a general, and in the army, logistics was the top priority.
Therefore, after experiencing the powerful performance of the shock absorber installed on the carriage, he immediately thought of using it in the military.
If this thing can be used on vehicles for transporting supplies, it can make the carriage more stable and other effects.
Logistics will be stronger, and the combat effectiveness of the army will also increase.
Hearing this, Li Shimin nodded in agreement.
"Brother is right, if it can be used in the military, this thing has great potential!"
"Then I agree to this matter."
"But I can't take it for nothing. As my brother said just now, this factory takes money based on shares."
"Then I will take 50%, and the remaining 50% will be divided equally between my brother and the King of Wu. How about this?"
"Your Majesty is wise and I agree with you very much."
Li Xiaogong bowed.
It seemed like he was losing money, but in fact, looking at the overall situation, this wave was a huge loss.
Li Shimin took the lion's share, so he must have paid for the construction of the factory and the recruitment of workers. Naturally, he could no longer bear the responsibility.
On the other hand, neither the bearings nor the shock absorber drawings are their own at all.
What do you need to pay for yourself?
That is, some technical personnel, such as master blacksmiths like Master Lu, and carpenters who build carriages.
However, making carriages and blacksmithing are his own businesses, and there is no need to recruit additional people. He just needs to draw from the original people.
This wave makes a lot of money directly!
So who loses?
Strictly speaking, it was Li Ke who was at home at the moment, discussing where to buy a restaurant.
From the original 50% share, it directly became a quarter.
In the carriage, the two looked at each other and smiled, and the whole carriage was filled with a happy atmosphere.
"I will ask someone from the Ministry of Internal Affairs to contact my brother about this matter. As for the location of the factory, it will be at the Xuande Imperial Mansion in the south of the city."
"It has been abandoned for too long, but the location is good. It is close to the official road and the waterway. It is a good place."
Li Shimin suppressed his smile and made his decision.
After recalling the position, Li Xiaogong had no objection.
There are some differences between this imperial mansion and the previous location I selected.
But as the other party said, the location is not bad, and there is no need for him to give any advice. Who knows if the Holy One has other arrangements?
In the next half of the time of burning incense, the two discussed some details on the matter, and finally finalized the matter.
"Your Majesty, now that it is getting late, I will no longer disturb your Majesty's rest."
Seeing that the matter was done, Li Xiaogong thought about leaving and saluted Li Shimin.
But at this time, Li Shimin said with a smile: "Brother, why are you so anxious? I have one more thing to ask brother."
"this……"
"Your Majesty, please speak. I will tell you everything I know."
What was supposed to come came.
With a bitter smile in his heart, Li Xiaogong looked at the other party, waiting for the next step.
"Brother, what do you think of me, the third child?"
As expected, I was going to ask this.
Li Xiaogong pondered for a moment and did not reply immediately.
Although he is not physically in the court, it does not mean that his heart is not there. He also has his own sources of information about the movements in the court.
He has also taken note of the changes in the past year or so.
From the moment Li Shimin started to pay attention to Li Tai, it is not difficult to see that he is suspected of neglecting the prince, although the possibility of using this to motivate the prince cannot be ruled out.
But no matter how you put it, in the heart of the Holy Emperor, his view of the prince has changed slightly.
Therefore, strictly speaking, this topic is not very risky.
His answer is also related to Li Shimin's subsequent attitude towards Li Ke.
Recalling the information Li Ke secretly revealed to him, he made some decisions in his mind.
"Your Majesty, the King of Wu has both civil and military skills. He has dabbled in many things and has made achievements in many aspects. He is a rare talent..."
"In addition, King Wu is also a diligent and thrifty man. When I first cooperated with him, I had some unpleasantness just for a little profit..."
After stopping talking, Li Shimin already knew the general image of King Wu in Li Xiaogong's eyes, but this image made him frown.
To sum it up in one word, it’s petty-mindedness.
He has made great achievements in both civil and military affairs, but he is obsessed with fame and fortune.
For a little benefit, he even didn't hesitate to quarrel with his uncle.
Knowing that his identity was important, he went his own way into the disaster area and used Zhang Simiao's power to gain reputation for himself.
"My brother's words are true. If there is any misunderstanding with King Wu, it is best to resolve it as soon as possible to avoid damaging the harmony."
Li Shimin looked at him and said.
"My remarks are all from the bottom of my heart."
"As for the minister and King Wu, there is no misunderstanding. Otherwise, they wouldn't have opened a factory together, right?"
Li Xiaogong smiled and said.
If there is no misunderstanding, then what you say is true.
Li Shimin's heart sank slightly. If the third child is really what Li Xiaogong said, then he really shouldn't have any ideas.
For such a person, it is enough to be the king of one country, but it is absolutely impossible for him to be in charge of a country.
"Your Majesty, I actually feel that the prince's abilities are actually all-round. If he is appointed, he will definitely be able to bring his talents into full play."
Seeing Li Shimin's silence, Li Xiaogong simply spoke up again.
"Brother, I am a little tired today, so I will leave you soon."
"In this case, I will resign. I hope your majesty will take care of the dragon body and don't work too hard."
After Li Xiaogong finished speaking, he stopped the carriage, saluted and then left.
