Qin Shihuang was determined to steal money. Li Zhao cursed in his heart, but he couldn't say it out loud, so he had to keep it in his heart, but that's all! Duan Murong and others are controlled, so he has a conscience.
These people have an extremely high manufacturing foundation, and if they are trained, they will definitely become outstanding engineers. However, money is still a problem at the moment, and it is difficult to move forward without money.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Li Zhao saluted, but asked tentatively, "If the train is completed, will it also be exempt from taxes for three years?"
This is a more practical issue. The cost of manufacturing trains is too high. If it cannot be tax-free, it will definitely be a loss-making business. It is better to ask clearly. If it cannot be tax-free, he can only make it as he can. As for when he can make it, it depends on his mood.
Xiao Jiujiu, who didn't know Ying Zheng, didn't mean to be embarrassed when he heard such a huge investment, so he responded nonchalantly: "That's right."
Li Zhao was secretly happy.
Maybe Qin Shihuang didn't know how big the business brought by trains, but he must have known from his previous life experience that when private cars and various means of transportation were not yet on the rise, trains were a rare choice for people who wanted to travel long distances. .
When everyone relies on getting on the train, it's definitely a big deal.
Although the initial investment was large, no one would have imagined how profitable it would be after operation. Even if Chang'an Township has so many industries at the moment, it may not be able to compare with the profitability of the train.
But building the train is no small matter.
The first is craftsmanship and various machines. A train is not just a few accessories like firearms. It requires unparalleled parts, and the production of these parts requires a variety of equipment and skilled craftsmen such as highly skilled engineers.
The current reserves in Chang'an Township are far from enough, so more people need to be recruited, and the arrival of Duan Murong and others can fill these vacancies.
Furthermore, various raw materials require a lot of manpower and material resources to deal with.
In short, in one sentence, it is a matter of money. Only money can solve all this.
The two of them continued to talk about unrelated things. Li Zhao stepped back and looked at the back that seemed to be in trouble. Ying Zheng smiled slyly, feeling extremely happy.
"Hehe! It finally makes you feel depressed. You don't have to spend half the money to own a train in Daqin. It's really nice."
"Otherwise, our treasury will suffer huge losses!"
"It's just that this guy is too talkative. He laughed after being exempted from taxes for three years. How much profit can he make in three years? I'm afraid he won't be able to recover half of the investment!"
"Hehe! It seems that he was frightened by my aura and agreed in a hurry."
"Forget it! After three years, if there is no profit, then we can waive it again! After all, this is a matter that benefits the people's livelihood, and it cannot be borne entirely by them."
Ying Zheng, who was talking to himself, slowly lay down, closed his eyes, and slowly entered into a longing, longing for a huge train transporting weapons to the battlefield and transporting roses to view the whole territory.
Being an emperor is a great achievement.
A few days later, Duan Murong and others arrived. Li Zhao did not let them enter the iron smelting base immediately, but instead entered the school.
Manufacturing requires basic knowledge. Although they understand the principles of steam engines, they do not know how to manufacture components, let alone more advanced equipment.
And the academy is the beginning of that path for them.
After arranging everything, Li Zhao had a headache.
Although Chang'an Township has a large income and even greater expenditures, the hydropower station is a bottomless pit, and the preparation and construction of the medical center is another bottomless pit. If trains are added to it, he may fall into the abyss.
"No, we have to find a way to get funds."
The next moment, his eyes lit up.
In the previous life, there was a stock market, and the stock market was a place to raise funds. Although Daqin does not have a stock market, it can raise funds! No, it should be investment and mobilizing some friends to invest.
Um! This is a good idea.
(End of chapter)
