Yangchengfu is located at the southern end of Dafeng Dynasty and is a shipping hub connecting the West and Southeast Asia.
Although the maritime ban of the current dynasty was often opened and sometimes relaxed, it generally tended to be loosened. From the initial ban on sailing to the sea, to sailing to the West and the lifting of the ban on official ships, this is already a progress.
However, this is far from enough. If we want to expand our economy and trade and fill our national treasury, we must open the door to the country.
Without further ado, let’s get back to the topic.
As far as the current Yangcheng Prefecture is concerned, the infrastructure construction has already taken shape. If the sea ban is fully lifted, there is a lot to be done here.
After landing, Qi Yu found a posthouse to rest for a while and sent an assassination attempt to the governor's Yamen.
Not long after, a government officer came over to report that Governor Lu had decided to greet Qi Yu at a local restaurant at noon tomorrow. He hoped to arrive in time.
After hearing this, Peng Wenchang analyzed: "Master Lu, he did not receive you in the yamen, but held a banquet in the restaurant. This obviously means that he values personal relationships. You are so proud of me!"
Qi Yu cupped his hands towards the north and said with a smile: "This is not because of my pride, but because of the emperor's hint."
This is not a random guess, but His Majesty said it himself.
Peng Wenchang was stunned, thought for a while and then said: "Sir, would you like to buy some gifts as a tribute?"
yours truly?
Haha, it’s better to skip it, it will cost a lot of money.
Besides, even if you give it as a gift, others may not be able to appreciate it.
Therefore, Qi Yu said: "There is no need for gifts, just a normal visit. Either way, you can go with me tomorrow so that we can get to know each other and facilitate future official business. As for Huang Fei and Leng Qing, let them They are staying in the post house to rest, so there is no need to follow them."
"Uh...yes!" Peng Wenchang was flattered and quickly agreed.
Being able to meet the governor is a sign of being highly valued. Who dares to neglect him?
…
The next day, the weather was slightly cloudy and slightly misty.
Qi Yu and Peng Wenchang set off early and walked to the restaurant where they met.
As a subordinate, you naturally have to arrive early and wait there. How can there be any reason for the leader to wait?
On the way there, the two of them observed a lot of local people's sentiments. Different from their impression, the city of Yangcheng Prefecture was not poor. On the contrary, it is quite prosperous here, and there are many rare goods sold in the shops.
For example: glass products, ivory tortoise shell, and various precious leather materials.
While looking around, a very attractive and rare object caught Qi Yu's eyes.
What?
——Pocket watch!
Ah! This is good stuff!
Ever since he came to this world, Qi Yu had been forced to learn to estimate time by looking at the sky. However, there is always a sense of chaos in my heart, and the specific point in time is still vague.
It's different if you have a pocket watch. You can tell what time it is at a glance and your heart will be bright.
Qi Dalang, who was thinking about it, started to inquire. Unexpectedly, this thing did not have the sky-high price as imagined.
why?
According to the shopkeeper, this thing is a strange thing imported from overseas, and the purchase price is very expensive. I thought I could make a lot of money, but no one cared about it.
Yes, because no one knows it!
Let alone use it.
Qi Dalang was lucky enough to find a leak and bought the only two pieces for a total price of twenty taels of silver. One piece was given to Peng Wenchang, and the other piece was used by himself.
Haha, comfortable!
I finally have the concept of time in my eyes!
Qi Yu kept stroking it, unable to put it down, as if he had found a treasure.
Peng Wenchang fiddled with it for a long time, but he still couldn't figure out what it was.
"I will teach you about the time on this watch another day. Now I have to rush to pay a visit to Governor Lu, so I can't waste time."
"good!"
…
The restaurant is built close to mountains and rivers, and has a pleasant view all around.
The water here refers to the seaside.
From this high place, you can see far into the distance, which makes people stretch their minds. Qi Yu was inspired by the scenery and recited: "The rolling South China Sea, the vast mist. Surrounding Zhanjiang, it is more than three thousand miles away. The golden coast has beautiful scenery. The Pearl of the South. , guests come like clouds. Where is the success? In Guangzhou Bay."
Bang bang bang!
A lone round of applause reached my ears.
Qi Yu turned around to look, only to see Lu Boxuan slowly walking over, and listened to him say: "This poem has clear levels, first from scenery to objects, and then to life ambitions. The two complement each other, and the coordination is extremely subtle. Haha, I am looking towards you. Tan Hwa Lang’s literary talent is indeed extraordinary.”
Qi Yu quickly saluted and said with a smile, "My official's poor writing style made Mr. Lu laugh."
Lu Boxuan looked at him for a while, and then said half-jokingly: "We haven't seen him for a long time. Shaocheng has become a lot thinner."
Um? Have I lost weight again?
Qi Yu subconsciously touched his belly and replied: "Due to working diligently on official duties in recent years and working hard on paperwork, I have lost a lot of flesh on my body."
Ahem!
Can the government affairs of Xingtaipu Temple be called hard work?
However, Lu Boxuan still laughed, thinking he believed it.
Later, Qi Yu introduced Peng Wenchang, and the latter also came to see Li, and they were considered acquaintances.
As soon as he sat down, Mr. Lu clapped his hands, and immediately after, sumptuous food and wine were served.
The dishes are mainly seafood, paired with seasonal vegetables, which will make people's appetites dazzle.
After three rounds of wine, five flavors of food.
Lu Boxuan put down his chopsticks and said businesslikely: "Tomorrow, I will send someone to escort you to Qiongzhou Mansion to take office."
This is customary.
Let's put it this way, whenever a new official takes office, he must come to the provincial government office to report, and the governor must also make escort arrangements to show his love.
However, Qi Yu already had internal guards to protect him, so he declined.
Let’s get down to business.
Qi Yu took the lead and asked: "Sir, I wonder if the disaster relief food and wages sent by the imperial court have been transported to Qiongzhou?"
Lu Boxuan stroked his beard and shook his head, and said thoughtfully: "Not so fast, it will take at least about a month."
Qi Yu was not surprised by this. Qiongzhou Mansion was located in the southern wilderness and had inconvenient transportation. No matter how the court arranged it, it would inevitably take some trouble.
But if there is a shortage of food, his work will become difficult.
So what do you think?
Haha, luckily someone like me was prepared.
Thirty-six strategies, borrowed as the best strategy.
So, Qi Yu stood up, bowed, and asked: "Sir, the land of Qiongzhou is already barren, and now there are earthquakes and rebellions. The people must be in dire straits. I hope you can treat it as appropriate and start with other things first." The local government temporarily lent me some food, and I will return it all as soon as the disaster relief food and wages arrive."
The other places in this sentence naturally refer to other relatively wealthy state capitals in Guangdong.
This is the fastest and most convenient way.
However, all the states and governments are doing their own thing. If something happens to them, if they don't laugh at your jokes, they are pretty good. How can they help you?
If Qi Yu went to them privately to borrow food, he would definitely not be able to borrow it. But it's different when the governor opens Chrysostom. Even if it's for the sake of face, he will give him more or less.
Lu Boxuan seemed a little hesitant and hesitant.
It's not impossible to do this, but it's against the rules. If one day they can't collect the tax money, they will clamor to use this as a deduction.
Qi Yu hurriedly added fuel to the fire and continued to encourage: "Sir, special times require special methods. How can we stick to unnecessary rules? If we just wait for disaster relief food, won't we waste the opportunity for disaster relief? ?”
This... also makes sense!
You still have to pay it back anyway!
Lu Boxuan smiled warmly and said: "Your teacher, Mr. Wenzhu, and I are close friends. We have such a relationship, how can you lie to me if we let it go here? Well... I believe you have borrowed money and paid it back! Let's do that. , tomorrow I will ask the Chief Secretary to contact various state governments to help you raise urgently needed food. However, how much can be raised depends on the wishes of each local official, and I am embarrassed to forcefully ask for it."
Qi Yu hurriedly said: "Thank you so much, Mr. Lu!"
It’s done!
With this emergency food supply, the urgent need can be easily solved, and the remaining difficulties will depend on your ability.
