Control numbers?
Everyone was a little confused after hearing what Liu Mang said.
Could it be that by controlling numbers, we can defeat the powerful Cao Cao?
Ordinary generals naturally cannot experience the undercurrents behind economic warfare.
Pang Tong knew very well that every move Liu Mang made was like dancing on the tip of a knife!
As long as you are not careful, you may lose everything!
Fortunately, Liu Mang made the right bet every step of the way. Whether it was the fair tariff policy he sought or the tough counterattack against Cao Cao, Liu Mang took the initiative.
"Your Majesty, what is the control number you are talking about?"
"That's a good question, sir. I have said before that food is the heart of the people."
Liu Mang smiled and said: "The main foods of the people now include millet, wheat, rice, beetroot, broomcorn millet, hemp, etc."
"I think soybeans are a good choice. If used properly, this thing will definitely help my father defeat Cao Cao."
"So our first step is to find a way to raise the price of soybeans!"
soy? price? Still want to fry it?
At least in Pang Tong's perception, the soybeans Liu Mang mentioned were just medicinal materials.
Replenishes Qi and moisturizes skin.
Boiling the juice and drinking it can moisten the dryness of the spleen, so it can eliminate accumulated dysentery.
It widens the middle and lowers the qi, benefits the large intestine, eliminates water distention, and cures swelling and toxins.
These are the effects of soybeans. Is it possible that the young master wants Cao Cao to accidentally eat soybeans and kill himself with his farts?
"So, the next step is to rely on Mi's caravan."
"Give me high prices and high yields to buy soybeans!"
"While it's the middle of winter, we can't delay this matter. I want soybeans to be planted in the Central Plains next year!"
The generals were quite puzzled by Liu Mang's act of great intelligence.
"Master...if you think soybeans are good, why not let Jiaozhou plant them in the rear?"
"The large-scale purchase of soybeans is very detrimental to our army!"
"And the price of this thing is low, why buy it at a high price?"
Zhao Yun really didn't understand, so he directly asked his doubts.
Zhang Fei quietly pulled Guan Yu and asked softly: "Second brother, why do I think it is better to fight?"
"If there is a war, my eldest nephew will at least have no time to spare and won't think about losing the family!"
“I don’t think it’s reliable to spend a lot of money to buy so many soybeans!”
Guan Yu caressed his beautiful beard and nodded, "I will write a letter and give it to my elder brother so that he can persuade Manger!"
The two brothers only felt sorry for letting Liu Mang return to Jingzhou. It seemed that as long as he returned here, Liu Mang would rekindle his prodigal spirit!
"Uncle Zhao, I'm afraid it's hard for you to understand what I'm telling you now."
"You just need to know that I have been planning for many years just for today!"
"The opportunity to seize the enemy's lifeline is right in front of you, you just need to believe in me!"
Liu Mang had made up his mind, and everyone stopped trying to persuade him. They just thought that his eldest son was going to lose his family again.
Only Mi Zhu understood that his nephew was definitely not the prodigal son he was before.
"Brother! Do we really want to do what Manger said?"
Mi Fang asked cautiously. Because of Liu Mang's relationship, the status of the Mi family has risen sharply.
However, Mi Zhu did not become arrogant because of his favor, but warned Mi Fang many times not to be careless.
"Of course I have to do it. Yu Gongmang'er is the king, and you and I are the ministers!"
"Yu Zi, if your uncle and I don't support Manger, how helpless will he be?"
"Tell Mi's caravan to start purchasing soybeans today, and I will increase the price five times!"
Mi Fang took a deep breath, this was a huge gamble!
It is very likely that all the savings over the years will be wasted because of Liu Mang's move.
"yes, Sir!"
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Chengdu.
Liu Mang's purchase of soybeans at high prices and in large quantities happened not only in the Central Plains, but also in Yizhou and Jingzhou.
"The traitor! The prodigal! The naughty kid!"
Liu Bei cursed three times in the main hall, but he still felt that it was not enough.
Jiang Wan bit the bullet and continued to report.
"Your Majesty... Your Majesty, your son has already spent 1.5 million on purchasing soybeans!"
Hearing this, Liu Bei almost fainted. What happened to this traitor?
What are those soybeans used for?
After eating it, it will only make you feel bloated.
"Your Majesty! The prince is naughty and wastes the treasury. I hope your Majesty will stop it in time!"
Xu Jing has long been dissatisfied with Liu Mang, so he will not let go of the opportunity to make trouble.
"Your Majesty! I also feel that the prince's move is really a prodigal act, and I might not be able to convince the public!"
Jiang Wan raised his eyes and saw that the person speaking was unexpected!
Li Zhengfang?
Li Yan looked at Jiang Wan, and then stopped looking at him.
As a talent promoted by Liu Mang in Jingzhou, he didn't expect Li Yan to contradict Liu Mang?
"Your Majesty! This matter cannot be left to the prince!"
"If this is the case, I'm afraid the treasury cannot support the prince's misbehavior!"
"Such a profligate behavior brings disgrace to the country, Your Majesty!"
All the officials began to plead with Liu Bei to stop Liu Mang.
Liu Bei only regretted that Zhuge Liang was now bedridden and could not come to the court at all.
Lu Xun and Fazheng were still in Liangzhou, and he didn't even have anyone in the court with whom he could discuss!
"Your Majesty! The Crown Prince has always thought of you, and I hope you can trust the Crown Prince as before!"
Jiang Wan bowed and saluted. He always stood by Liu Mang's side.
I just didn't expect that there would be so many people in the court this time who dared to refute the prince.
How many people are there for national affairs, and how many people have evil intentions?
Jiang Wan decided to find Li Yan afterwards and talk to him.
"I will resolve this matter, dear friends, don't worry."
Liu Bei now shows the style of a king - He Xini.
There are only two situations for Liu Mang's move.
First, the traitor simply wants to lose his family!
Secondly, Liu Mang's move must have a profound meaning, but from the perspective of the officials in Chengdu, they couldn't see it at all!
Liu Bei naturally believed in the second situation. A wise son is like a father. He is responsible for stabilizing the ministers. A rebellious son can do whatever he wants!
When the officials saw that Liu Bei had spoken like this, they all had no choice but to give up for the time being.
The King of Hanzhong has already given me face, so I can't force him too much.
After leaving the court, Jiang Wan just walked out of the hall and saw Li Yan waiting for a long time.
"Gong Yan."
"Supreme."
The two looked at each other and smiled. Strictly speaking, they were both from Jingzhou.
"Zhengfang, why did you follow Xu Jing and criticize the prince today?"
Jiang Wan doesn't like to take detours, he prefers to go straight to the point.
Li Yan originally thought that the other party would be polite, but he couldn't help but frowned.
"Gong Yan, don't you think that what the young master is doing is different from ordinary people?"
"If such a person inherits the throne in the future, will it really be beneficial to the country?"
Before Li Yan finished speaking, he saw an angry look on Jiang Wan's face.
"Li Zhengfang! If you weren't the young master back then, how could you have been reused?"
"It's okay if you don't want to repay your kindness. How dare you question the young master?"
"I have long heard that you have close contacts with those Dongzhou people. It seems that you want to establish a new mountain?"
Jiang Wan looked at his former friend with a look of disdain.
"Li Yan, I don't care whether you are from Dongzhou or Jingzhou!"
"If you dare to do something behind the crown prince's back, don't blame me, Jiang Wan, for not recognizing him!"
After saying that, Jiang Wan walked away, leaving Li Yanleng alone.
