Many people have an inherent concept that Qin is very poor and economically backward.
But historical records show that Qin was the most developed country at the end of the Warring States Period.
Both the economy and productivity are unmatched by the six countries.
Once, the State of Zhao was preparing to attack Qin State. The monarchs and ministers of the State of Zhao analyzed the advantages of the enemy and ourselves at a court meeting.
The minister said to King Zhao: Zhao is currently unable to defeat Qin and cannot fight Qin.
The reasons he listed are: Qin used oxen to plow fields and water to provide food.
You should know that among the six countries at that time, only the advanced areas used oxen to plow fields, while the Qin State generally used oxen to plow fields.
Corresponding laws were promulgated to encourage cattle raising and focus on cattle farming.
This fully reflects the leap forward in Qin's productivity at that time.
As for the economy, there are historical records that planting 1,000 acres of bamboo on both sides of the Wei River can yield a harvest of 200,000 yuan.
This shows that Qin's economy was very prosperous at that time.
At least it's not as poor as we thought.
Otherwise, he will not be guilty and sentenced, and he can be redeemed with money.
So why does the Qin State give people a feeling that productivity is backward and the economy is underdeveloped?
Because most people’s understanding of Qin began with its demise.
When the Han Dynasty replaced Qin, it was very poor.
This is why? Because the country has been destroyed, how can we not be poor?
Which country in history was very wealthy when it was first founded? It’s not good at all!
Of course, it cannot be said that Qin has always been rich.
When Qin really started to become poor, it had to start with three conquests of South Vietnam, the construction of several major projects at the same time, and the excessive consumption of people's power.
And this mainly happened in the late Qin Dynasty.
But now is the beginning of Qin.
At the beginning of the Qin Dynasty, if you did not integrate the economies and resources of the six countries and went to develop Qin's productivity that was already approaching the world's advanced level, then you were really putting the cart before the horse.
Therefore, Zhao Hao has been laying out the economy from the very beginning.
Regardless of the system, if you want the country to develop to a higher level, you have to go into industrialization.
There is an insurmountable stage before entering industrialization.
That is the primitive capital accumulation of industrialization.
In this era, without foreign investment, we can only start with labor force.
Concentrate the labor force to build the country on a large scale.
Use this large-scale labor force to replace zero capital and complete the original capital accumulation of industrialization.
This is one of the reasons why Zhao Hao founded a construction group to lay out economic development.
"Father, when you open a bank, you can not only save and borrow money, but also do many things. For example, if someone wants to do business, we can invest and we will be able to share the profits when the time comes;
As for this part of the profit, apart from the interest payment, the rest is ours, so why not? "
Zhao Hao said to Ying Zheng with a smile.
"color!"
When Ying Zheng heard Zhao Hao's words, he suddenly became enlightened and couldn't help but cheer loudly.
Zhao Gao on the side looked deeply at Zhao Hao and quickly lowered his head, his expression extremely complicated.
Although he didn't know what Zhao Hao's purpose was, it was definitely not limited to that.
But I heard Ying Zheng laugh and say: "Then when will the operation of your bank start? What do you need me to do?"
"this……"
Zhao Hao thought for a while, then raised his hand and said: "Reporting to my father, the first task after the bank is established is to issue treasury bonds and accumulate credibility;
As for the banknotes, you can call the wealthy businessmen in Xianyang City in advance to communicate with them, so that it will be easier to promote the banknotes. "
"good."
Ying Zheng nodded slightly, and then said to Zhao Gao: "Zhao Gao, convey my order to let the wealthy businessmen in Xianyang City discuss matters in Zhangtai Palace."
"promise."
Zhao Gao accepted the promise and retreated.
………
The next day, all the wealthy businessmen in Xianyang City received Ying Zheng's order.
The First Emperor invited them to Zhangtai Palace to attend court meetings together.
This news instantly caused a sensation among all the merchants in Xianyang.
Although most of them were unable to attend the court meeting, they were still delighted that the merchants attracted the attention of the court.
Because merchants had a very low status in the Qin State, it was definitely a big deal to be formally summoned by the First Emperor.
"Everyone, His Majesty summoned you today to announce important news."
Meng Yi stood up and took the lead in speaking to the wealthy businessmen present.
Wow!
The whole place was in an uproar.
Some people were whispering to each other and talking a lot.
Some people are thoughtful and have clear thoughts.
Some people look solemn, neither sad nor happy.
Ying Zheng had a clear view of their performance, and after a moment, he raised his hand to signal them to be quiet.
Soon, all the wealthy businessmen became quiet.
But I heard Ying Zheng’s calm and majestic voice:
"The Qin State favors martial arts and encourages military industry, and the manufacture of armor is inseparable from leather. Where does the leather come from? Of course it comes from you businessmen!"
"Similarly, the development of Qin cannot be separated from you!"
Hearing this, the wealthy businessmen present looked at each other.
It was as if he had heard wrongly.
They never expected that the First Emperor would affirm low-status businessmen like themselves in public.
Has the world of Qin really changed?
Just when the wealthy businessmen were flattered, Ying Zheng continued:
"Since I came to the throne, I have worked hard to govern and spent ten years to destroy the six kingdoms and unify the world;
But the world is so big that it cannot be unified. I have decreed that the books should be written in the same language, the carriages should be on the same track, and weights, measures and currencies should be unified. Why is this? "
"Because I miss the sufferings of the Guizhou leaders!"
"???"
As soon as these words came out, all the wealthy businessmen were filled with questions.
"cough!"
Ying Zheng coughed lightly and seemed to realize that his words were a bit false. He quickly took it back and said:
"Therefore, I thought hard and finally figured out a way to benefit Guizhou Province. I decided to establish Daqin Bank and promote a new currency, banknotes!"
"This silver note is mainly used for large-scale transactions to replace the heavy Qin Banliang and gold."
"Anywhere in Guizhou Province of my country, Da Qin, you can exchange banknotes for cash. No matter where you are in Da Qin, as long as there is a Da Qin bank, you can exchange cash for cash!"
"In addition, Daqin Bank has also launched two businesses: deposits and loans. For example, if you deposit with Daqin Bank for one year, the interest can be up to 2 cents. As long as the loan business is approved, you can borrow up to one million yuan!"
I go!
It turns out that His Majesty is waiting for us here!
Is this to promote the bank?
At this time, all the wealthy businessmen suddenly realized.
Ying Zheng glanced at them with a smile and said calmly: "What do you think, dear friends?"
"May I ask Your Majesty, how do you prevent counterfeiting of the banknotes of Daqin Bank? What if someone forges the banknotes and takes them falsely?"
As soon as Ying Zheng finished speaking, Ba Qing, who was sitting in the guest seat, suddenly spoke.
Ying Zheng was stunned for a moment, turned around and looked at each other, smiled slightly and said:
"Don't worry, chaste woman. When the national debt is issued, you will know that it is almost impossible to forge banknotes!"
As he spoke, he paused, then suppressed his smile, and said with a solemn expression:
"Even if there are really capable people who can forge banknotes, the court will severely punish the forgers and will never tolerate it!"
"In that case, then..."
"Your Majesty is wise and mighty. This Great Qin Bank is simply good news to me, the head of Great Qin!"
Ba Qing was about to speak when he was suddenly stopped by a flattering laugh.
The wealthy businessmen followed the sound and found that the speaker was a thin old man with gray hair.
At this time, a wealthy businessman recognized him and echoed with a smile:
"What Wu Shiluo said is right, and the old minister also thinks that the bank's proposal is very good;
Especially in this deposit business, instead of leaving the coins piled up in my home to get moldy, it is better to deposit them in a bank and earn interest! "
"Hahaha, in order to support His Majesty, I am willing to save five hundred thousand dollars. This is all the wealth accumulated by my ancestors for generations!"
"Your Majesty, as long as Da Qin Bank is opened, I will be willing to save money!"
"Yes, yes, we are all willing to save money!"
The advantage of having someone take the lead is that the atmosphere will not be too awkward.
Otherwise, the prestige of the First Emperor will be greatly reduced.
Regardless of whether these people were sincere or fake, the First Emperor couldn't help but smile with satisfaction when he heard their words.
Zhao Hao had already explained all the details of this bank to the First Emperor.
Coupled with the bank's accumulated reputation through issuing treasury bonds, and the treasury backed by the Qin court, it is definitely reliable.
But the First Emperor did not show too much excitement, because being too excited at this time would easily make others think that he was greedy for money, so he tried his best to restrain his excitement and said with a warm smile:
"Dear dear friends, don't worry. I proposed Da Qin Bank to ask for your opinions. If you have any objections, I will order someone to improve it. I will never rush it. After all, our Da Qin court is not short of money;
Mainly I want to benefit you and thank you for your contribution to national development! "
"His Majesty."
As soon as Ying Zheng finished speaking, Wu Shiluo burst into tears and said with tears of gratitude: "Thank you so much, Your Majesty, I am willing to give everything I have to Your Majesty!"
"Your Majesty is so wise and wise, he is truly a blessing to our great Qin!"
All the businessmen echoed and bowed together.
Ba Qing in the crowd opened his mouth, but hesitated to speak. In the end, he could only follow the crowd and salute to Ying Zheng.
Somehow, she always felt that something was wrong, but she couldn't tell what was wrong.
Originally she wanted to ask a few more questions, but Wu Shiluo's speech dispelled everyone's doubts and made her unable to speak again.
There has always been a competitive relationship between Wu Shiluo and her, and he is one of the richest men in the Qin State.
It didn't take long for the meeting to end smoothly.
When he returned to the study, Meng Yi took the lead and couldn't help but smile at Ying Zheng:
"Your Majesty, I estimate that once the bank is opened, we won't have to worry about money for at least a short time."
Ying Zheng also smiled and nodded; "In this way, the floods in East County can be successfully resolved, and I can finally patrol east with peace of mind."
"Your Majesty, the young master is a great talent!"
"That's natural. How can my son be mediocre!"
Ying Zheng was very satisfied, but he pretended to be calm.
Ever since Zhao Hao emerged, he felt that 'ruling the country' had become half easier.
Whether it's the national policies proposed by Zhao Hao or the magical things he tinkered with, they are the key to making Da Qin go further.
He believes that if the current development continues, the dream of dominating Jiuzhou will definitely come true.
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