The next day, Fang Zheng had no intention of going on duty at Honglu Temple again.
Anyway, the purpose of the matter has been achieved. Beirong no longer has any thoughts of getting married, and they have also experienced the "luxury" of Taoyuan.
From Fang Zhengyi's point of view, the rest of the things were of no concern to him and were left alone.
The most important ones right now are large-scale fortifications such as textile factories and football fields.
There's not much to say about the football pitch.
The textile factory is important. Whether you can hook up with the princess or not depends on it!
Moreover, when the weather is about to enter winter, all kinds of clothing in the capital are not cheap.
The ultra-high efficiency of Taoyuan County textile machines is enough to overwhelm small handicraft workshops on the market.
At that time, the price of clothes will also fall accordingly, and many people will take advantage of the drop in clothes prices to buy themselves a new set of clothes.
There are many ordinary families who do not buy a new set of clothes for several years or even more than ten years.
When clothes and trousers are torn, just patch them up, layer by layer, as long as they are wearable. If everyone is like this, no one will laugh at them.
The weather is getting colder and there is no need to plant the land. Logically speaking, there should be a lot of free manpower.
But contrary to intuition, instead of increasing, manpower will decrease rapidly.
Because of the severe cold weather, most people will hide at home and spend their days as a family keeping each other warm.
Going out to work in winter will consume energy and waste food regardless of whether you can make money.
The people are obviously shrewd, and they can calculate their own accounts better than anyone else.
All in all, in winter, part of the private economy almost came to a standstill.
What’s even more terrifying is that some people will freeze to death, and this happens every year.
This is never a good thing for managers.
The private small economy in Banshanfang has always been doing well. Things like street stalls, cart snacks, etc., are all tax-free by Founder with a wave of his hand.
Even so, the small vendors only have limited family assets, and compared to ordinary farmers, they can only barely have the concept of "private property".
They can't afford any risks, and they are far from rich!
Fang Zheng dragged Li Yuanzhao to the textile factory site, where work was still going on in full swing.
Generally speaking, it is half completed, and the project is progressing very quickly.
Fang Zheng took Li Yuanzhao for a walk and then called the person in charge.
The person in charge is naturally from Taoyuan County, named He Zhong.
In addition to being responsible for construction site matters, he is also responsible for subsequent production.
When he arrived in front of Fang Zheng, he first said hello, and then stood aside to answer questions.
Li Yuanzhao asked curiously: "Lao Fang, why didn't I see you care so much about the textile factory when we were building Jiang, and you even went there personally?"
Fang Zheng smiled.
Why else, for your sister’s happiness!
"Jianjiang's plate is too big for me to take care of. Besides, these are the businessmen's own properties, so we can't interfere too much."
"It looks like winter is coming soon, and we need to build textile factories to provide clothes for the people."
“Where can people go when they are freezing in winter?”
"There are ready-to-wear shops everywhere on the streets. When did they run out of clothes to sell?" Li Yuanzhao asked doubtfully.
"Old He, please explain to His Highness the Crown Prince."
Lao He walked up to Li Yuanzhao and said respectfully: "Your Highness, our textile factory is very different from other places."
"The factory uses the latest textile machines in Taoyuan County, which are extremely efficient!"
"In addition to weaving quickly, we also use the assembly line working method invented by the master."
"Assembly line? What do you mean?" Li Yuanzhao asked
Fang Zheng quickly interrupted: "Your Highness, remember to tell the historian that I invented the assembly line!"
This patent rush registration cannot be left behind! Otherwise, your life will be in vain!
Li Yuanzhao rolled his eyes, wondering why Lao Fang was so interested in the historian, and then looked at Lao He.
Lao He smiled and said: "In this assembly line, each person only performs one process, and the division of labor is clearly defined. The parts that can be replaced by tools are reduced in manpower, and repetitive work is divided into different parts to reduce wasted time."
"Originally, our looms are extremely efficient, and with the addition of assembly line work, production is faster. This way, the production time is short, less manpower is used, and the products are naturally produced cheaply. Maybe what I said is not accurate. Your Highness will understand it at a glance."
"And the things we want to produce in the future are not only good, but they are not the same as the clothes that are popular on the market now!"
"What's the difference?"
Lao He explained: "We sewed three layers of linen into one layer, which is more durable and insulated. Although the cost and price have gone up a bit, it's worth it!"
"Well, that makes sense! Very good!"
Fang Zheng sighed.
This kind of clothes was originally worn by the people of Taoyuan County.
Although life in Taoyuan County is good now, life was really hard at the beginning.
Some people starve to death, some freeze to death.
In order to reduce cold and hunger, the county called on women to sew clothes by hand.
Three layers of linen were sewn into one layer and distributed to the people for free. This allowed the people of Taoyuan to endure two cold winters.
Naturally, cotton is unaffordable.
Growing cotton consumes too much land and no one in the big scene is willing to grow it, so the price of cotton remains high.
Naturally, cotton-padded clothes have no connection with ordinary people.
But when sweet potato production increases, more people will be willing to grow cotton.
At least he could persuade the court to grow cotton.
Fang Zheng glanced at Li Yuanzhao, who was still observing the construction site with interest.
Suddenly he said: "Your Highness, don't think this is still a construction site, but it is related to the well-being of the people in the capital."
"Three-layer winter coats are good, but I think they are a bit expensive, and people may still not be able to afford them."
"So I would like to ask Your Highness to find a well-known wealthy businessman to negotiate cooperation and print their business on the clothes. The advertising fees will be charged to the textile factory to reduce the selling price of winter clothes."
Li Yuanzhao was stunned when he heard this: "Can't we just arrange for someone below to do such a small thing? Besides, can't we sell it at cost price?"
Fang Zheng had a serious expression on his face: "Of course not! If we sell it at cost price, will our colleagues be allowed to live? We have to give them a chance to breathe!"
"Also, His Highness must do this in person. The textile factory with all women has a bad reputation. If His Highness talks about it in person, the public discussion will be suppressed a lot."
Hearing this, Li Yuanzhao looked at Fang Zhengyi with a half-smile but not a smile: "Hey, don't you want to use me as a shield? Everyone will scold me then, so just say it, I'm not afraid of being scolded! Then will I be a textile worker in the future? Are you the director of the factory?"
Fang Zheng stretched out his thumb and gestured vigorously: "Your Highness is a true hero! But the director of the factory is the fifth princess."
"Why! She didn't do anything!" Li Yuanzhao jumped immediately.
"Because she is a woman, Your Highness, it is really reprehensible that you are in charge of a group of women! What will others say about you then?"
"The people will say that the prince is indulgent and filthy, and how should those female factory workers deal with themselves? Their innocence is no longer needed!"
"It would be different if His Highness just went to attract investment. Even if the people would discuss it for a while, no one would say anything bad about His Highness when they wear cheap, warm winter clothes."
"Even the court officials will encourage His Highness. He is dedicated to serving the people! I am also dedicated to considering His Highness's popularity!"
Fang Zheng looked at Li Yuanzhao with a smile.
Get to work quickly! Don't delay my date with the princess!
Li Yuanzhao suddenly realized: "Yes! You are right, but it would be too easy for Miaohan to become the director of the factory without doing anything! She should be charged some money!"
What a beast! You also have ideas about your sister's money.
Fang Zheng took a deep breath: "That's wrong! The princess naturally has something to do, and she won't be left idle. I will arrange it for you!"
Li Yuanzhao immediately looked at Fang Zhengyi suspiciously: "Why do I think you are planning something?"
Fang Zhengyi's face was full of justice: "No! The princess and I are innocent, don't talk nonsense! Let's go, let's go home. I'm tired after walking around for so long!"
"Tsk, I'm hungry. Let's go to Laoliu Restaurant. We had a good meal last time."
"What to eat! Doesn't it cost money? There is a dinner party in the palace tomorrow night. Your Highness, please bear with me!"
"The food in the palace tastes terrible!"
"Nonsense, nothing tastes bad if it's free!"
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