As soon as these people heard that they had to pay such a heavy tax, they immediately felt that all the flesh in their bodies ached, and even their faces became much uglier!
Liu Haojia looked at their faces with interest, and then said: "Think about it, all sea trade business is a huge profit business, and without my own navy to protect you, how can there be sea trade business? And without a large amount of money, how can I maintain a huge navy? What's more, even with heavy taxes, you can still make some money, which is better than no money at all!"
After hearing Liu Haojia explain to them, these people finally became frightened! Only then did they remember that the person sitting in front of them was a count from the imperial court. He only had to give orders to these businessmen, how dare they not obey them? Now that he is willing to open his mouth and explain to himself, he has given himself enough face!
At that moment, Zhao Yongxu took the lead and said: "Don't worry, uncle, the little people will definitely pay taxes according to regulations!"
Liu Haojia sighed and said: "I know that after the sea is opened, a large number of wealthy businessmen will be born! Small businessmen may become big businessmen, and big businessmen may become wealthy businessmen! But you should also have heard the sentence, It’s just wealthy businessmen without a country! Some people dare to do anything for money, even if they have connections with foreign countries!” Kanshu La
After hearing this, Fang Jianhui stood up and said seriously: "Don't worry, uncle, we are definitely not this kind of people! If we have the intention to betray our country, God will strike with lightning!"
Everyone also expressed their opinions, saying that they would definitely abide by the law. But Liu Haojia, who was born in modern times, knows the strengths and weaknesses of merchants very well!
History has proven that it is difficult for a country ruled by businessmen to develop for a long time! On the one hand, in order to pursue profits as much as possible, they will give up many long-term plans and only do some short-term and quick things! At best, we hope to achieve low cost and high output! To put it bluntly, it is short-sighted!
At the same time, when a foreign enemy invades, their confidence in resisting is obviously insufficient! Because if you win, your net worth will be greatly reduced; if you lose, you will have nothing left! So they often compromise with the invaders! This is how many city-states led by merchants in history perished!
But there are times when they are bold, that is when they are pursuing profits! At that time, their courage will be as bold as the sky! Everyone knows that there is a saying, that is: "As soon as there is an appropriate profit, capital becomes bold. If there is a 10% profit, it is guaranteed to be used everywhere; if there is a 20% profit, it becomes active; if there is a 50% profit, it will be used everywhere." % profit, it will take desperate risks; with 100% profit, it will dare to trample all human laws; with 300% profit, it will dare to commit any crime and even risk hanging."
By the way, many people think this is what Marx said in "Das Kapital", but it is not! In his writing notes for Section 6 of Chapter 24 "So-called Primitive Accumulation" of "Das Kapital", he quoted the British economic critic Thomas Denning (now translated as "Denninger") "Trade Unions and Strikes" 》Sentences in the article!
Liu Haojia said seriously: "Of course I know that you don't have this intention, and I'm not talking about you! But you must know that there are all kinds of birds in the forest, and it's not just businessmen who collaborate with the enemy and betray the country, there are also many scholars. Eat it inside and out!"
Several people breathed a sigh of relief when they heard this, and they all understood that Liu Haojia was just giving them a reminder. Although they have never seen the person Liu Haojia mentioned, based on their understanding of human nature, there must be such people!
At this time, Liu Haojia continued: "I can't control others, but I can't have such people around me! Even if you become an important businessman in the Ming Dynasty in the future, you must remember one thing. In terms of personality, In terms of status, businessmen can be equal to anyone, but when doing things, all businessmen must obey the laws of the country and obey the government's orders! And more importantly, you are all businessmen, so you naturally understand the power of money, so you must definitely You are not allowed to interfere in state affairs, you must remember this very clearly, otherwise what is waiting for you will be the confiscation of your home and the destruction of your family!"
Although these people did not feel that they would be able to influence the court in the future, they still stood up and agreed firmly. Liu Haojia saw that they agreed, and the serious look on his face disappeared. He knew that these people did not believe in their ability to influence the court, but coming from later generations, he knew that what he said was definitely not alarmist! But he still
The power of these businessmen is greatly needed, so we can only vaccinate them in advance!
Liu Haojia relaxed and said with a smile: "One more thing is my suggestion! In the future, our new business may have to take root here in Tianjin, so you may as well settle down in Tianjin! It is best to buy directly in Tianjin This is a house, I think the land prices here are going to rise soon!"
When everyone heard this, they immediately burst into laughter! They know that what Liu Haojia said is true. As soon as the news of the opening of the sea spreads, those who feel they have capital will flock here, and the housing prices here will probably go up! Now buy some houses, keep the land in your hands, and make huge profits if you resell it!
Then Liu Haojia continued: "In addition, it is also beneficial for me to have you here. There are many things I will inform you and ask you to help me check them out! But you must remember that any news I give you is absolutely not accurate." It can be disclosed to the outside world!"
These people were even more ecstatic when they heard this. They immediately stood up and swore to Liu Haojia that they would definitely do it! Because they also know that once they can participate in Liu Haojia's confidential affairs, they will definitely take advantage of the opportunity to make a fortune. The most important point is that this may be an important step into the core of Liu Haojia!
Liu Haojia, on the other hand, used them as half of the staff. After all, these businessmen are the most sensitive to all the movements in society, and will react to the slightest disturbance! Moreover, they have traveled extensively and experienced a lot, and the solutions they come up with often come with unexpected surprises!
Liu Haojia then briefly discussed the operation of the business group with them, determined a few principles and left. Zhang Xiwen and others got up and escorted him out of the restaurant.
Liu Haojia was riding a horse when he heard Zhang Shunping say loudly from a distance: "You don't have to worry about the house! In the morning, I sent my family to discuss with the people around my house and buy their houses! By then, we brothers... "
Liu Haojia couldn't help but feel happy after hearing this! Originally, he wanted to ask his father-in-law to take him to run his own business, but by chance, a young business group was born! However, he believes that this small business group will definitely develop rapidly under his protection and guidance!
