Lantian encouraged trade in Guangzhou. After several years of administrative promotion, various systems and guidelines were slowly introduced in line with market rules, and the city's merchants, merchants, and hawkers also found a balance.
After the cake in the trade zone was enlarged, commercial taxation was also implemented, gradually becoming an important source of Guangzhou's finance. Lantian also implemented tiered taxation based on profits according to different industries and scales, ensuring the interests of all businessmen.
Jingzhou was at war with Jiangdong and Cao Cao at the same time, and the Yangtze River, Hanshui River and other channels were closed for a short time, but it did not affect businessmen's business. In addition to traveling to Guiyang, Lingling and other places, Jiaozhi County, which accounts for a large proportion of Jiaozhou's population, became A new goal for businessmen.
Maritime trade did not weaken due to Wang Shi's detention. Instead, it became more prosperous because of the war in the Central Plains. Less than half a year after Li Yicai left, the shipyard orders he was responsible for were already scheduled for next year.
The prosperity of Guangzhou's trade is due to the publicity of the Yangtze River News and Lingnan News and the word-of-mouth spread among caravans from all over the country. It is also related to the high degree of freedom of trade hours. There are only four hours of closure in Zichou, Yinmao and Mao every day, leaving ample time for merchants and people. Trading hours, but this also makes market management difficult.
Lantian established the Guangzhou Commerce and Trade Department, which was responsible for the management of merchants in the trade zone, tax audit, etc. This yamen was under the jurisdiction of the Nanhai Prefecture, and its chief officers were dedicated scholars.
Jiang Wan knew that Lantian valued commerce and trade, so he specially brought his subordinate Shi Zhi with him during the discussion. He stood in the corner and watched Lantian exchange governance experiences with the county governors, and he felt that his career was more and more meaningful.
The matter of Yu Fan was just a sideshow. After Lan Tian finished handling all the important matters in the various states and counties, his eyes fell on Shi Zhi.
"Master Shi is also here. The trade area was relatively stable during my absence, and tax revenue increased compared to the first half of last year. This is inseparable from your efforts."
"The Lord's compliments make his subordinates ashamed. The stability of the situation during this period is inseparable from the young general's prompt handling of the bad guys."
Lantian saw that the scholar was nearly sixty years old and still had such great energy. He thought that it was so depressing in Jiaozhi. He turned to Jiang Wan and told Jiang Wan: "The Department of Commerce and Trade is a new government office. I may not know whether the outstanding officials in the county are fulfilling their duties. You should pay more attention to Gong Yan, treat everyone equally, and make clear rewards and punishments. If the officer performs his duties well, I think he should be rewarded."
"I'll remember my humble position." Jiang Wan nodded in response.
"Thank you, Mr. Fu." Shi Zhi bowed and saluted.
Lantian nodded slightly, changed the topic and asked: "Your father is already very old. Have you exchanged letters recently? Is he in good health? The main reason is that I am too busy. I have always wanted to meet him in Jiaozhi, but unfortunately I have never been able to make the trip."
Shi Zhi looked a little embarrassed after listening to Lan Tian's words. Although the Shi family nominally submitted to Liu Bei and recognized Lan Tian as the Jiaozhou Mufu, the three counties of Hepu, Jiaozhi, and Jiuzhen were still not under the jurisdiction of the Prefecture Mufu. Lantian now said he wanted to go Jiaozhi, as a son of man, the scholar had to think too much.
"Uh... We have corresponded every two months. My father is still in good health, but he is indeed too old to come to visit the prince. The prince is responsible for helping the world, so there is no need to miss him..." Shi Zhi He said in his heart that if you really want to lead the enemy troops, how can your father's dragon guards stop you?
Thinking of this, Shi Zhi's heart trembled. Could it be that Fu Jun wanted to devour Jiaozhi? So he quickly activated the Shi family's passive skills to say good things to Lantian and express his loyalty: "My family admires the King of Hanzhong very much, but because he is too old to go to Chengdu to pay tribute, he sent several boats of gifts while the king was away. I wanted to support him." General De brought him back to Chengdu, but now that I heard that he has returned to Wudu, I can only ask the Lord to accept it on his behalf..."
Lantian saw Shizhi's intention, and he had no intention of marrying Jiaozhi for the time being, so he smiled and said: "I accept Wei Yangong's wish on behalf of the King of Hanzhong. Now that the Yangtze River waterway has been connected, I will send someone to Chengdu tomorrow. You wrote back to thank your father for me and asked him to take care of himself..."
"I humble my duty and obey my orders."
"In addition, Shopkeeper Wang of Panyu Trading Company has been detained by the rebel king of Linyi for a long time. Has Duke Wei Yang sent someone to negotiate?"
Shi Zhi knew that Lan Tian was going to ask about this, so he wiped his forehead with his sleeve and replied: "The Zhan people in Linyi have been hostile to the Han Dynasty for a long time. There are many arrogant soldiers in the Linyi royal area. Although my father tried his best I'm trying to think of a way, but I haven't been able to rescue Shopkeeper Wang yet, but my father sent a lot of property there, so Shopkeeper Wang's life is not in danger for the time being."
After hearing this, Lan Tian knew that Shi Xie only knew how to give gifts. How many proud soldiers could there be in a place as big as Lin Yi's hand? I bet Ou Jin was using Shi Xie as a cash machine.
"Wei Yangong is interested. Now that the crisis in Jingzhou has been resolved, I will soon send someone to get Wang Shi back. Now that the warships at sea have not formed a large scale, we may have to borrow roads from Hepu, Jiaozhi, and Jiuzhen. Sir, please be prepared in advance." Help me ventilate." Lan Tian said.
"Wei." Shizhi felt his heart pounding when he heard it. He was afraid that Lantian would fake it and attack Guo, but he had to agree.
After Lantian finished handling the state affairs, several generals came to the back hall. Everyone thought they were going to use troops against Lin Yi, so they were very motivated, especially Shamoko, who had not won any military exploits in the past few months.
"Sir, the trapped troops have fought hard. Let my barbarians go to the remote areas of Rinan County? Just let General Gao take command." Samoko then recommended himself.
Lan Tian looked at Gao Shun and asked, "What do Bo Ping think?"
"Sir, you use military skills to pay attention to intelligence. I thought it was better to find out first before making any calculations. During this period, the trapped army will recruit new soldiers, and I won't be able to withdraw in the short term..." Gao Shun shook his head.
"I'm not afraid of fighting, but this must be considered a war to destroy the country, right? Sir, it's best to send a general to suppress the battle. After all, there will be aftermath after the battle." Samoko lowered his head.
Lantian asked Song Chen next to him: "Now that there are more caravans traveling on the sea, has your chamber of commerce collected any information about Lin Yi?"
Song Chen clasped his fists and replied: "Wang Shi has learned from the past. These latecomers stopped their ships when they arrived at Jiaozhi. However, they have always had information about Lin Yi. After Mr. Shi Xie taught the matter how to deal with it, he sent Wu Ding to Lin Yi." They contacted each other and established relationships by sending money to the officials of the other party, so Wang Shi was living well now.
The situation of the garrison in Linyi has also been found out. The total strength of that small country is less than 20,000, and the weapons and equipment are very scarce. I estimate that 3,000 troops can destroy the country. "
"Is Lin Yi so weak? Isn't Shi Xie too useless?" Samoko scratched his head and was speechless.
Lan Tian frowned, "The Shi family was able to make a fortune in Jiaozhou not because they were powerful, but entirely because the Central Plains could not be burned by war. The Shi family had a geographical advantage. However, Rinan County was originally the territory of the Han Dynasty, and it was not a matter of public or personal use. Take it all back.”
"Sir, this kind of opportunity is rare. I suggest Boyang take charge." Gao Shun suggested.
