After the morning court the next day, an imperial edict spread throughout the world, causing merchants all over the world to be shocked.
"The emperor was entrusted with the destiny of heaven, and the edict said: "Now there is Baochai, a daughter of the Xue family, who is endowed with intelligence, a beautiful bell, and loyal to the emperor and the country. When the country is in difficulty, she uses her body as a businesswoman to use the strength of the whole family to help the court. I As a result of inheriting the great authority, meritorious service will be rewarded, and I will grant you the post of head of the Commercial Department, from the third rank, and order you to establish the Commercial Department...I appreciate this! "
A merchant's mansion somewhere in the capital.
"Businessmen can become officials, haha! Prepare generous gifts and go to Xue Mansion." A businessman dressed as a wealthy businessman looked excited.
After receiving the news, many businessmen in the capital immediately prepared generous gifts and went to Xue Mansion.
Jiangnan has been a land of plenty since ancient times, and ten of the world's richest businessmen own five or six of these areas.
"Master is very happy." A servant dressed as a young man quickly ran into a wealthy household.
"Haha! Prepare generous gifts and head to the capital." This is a famous wealthy family in the south of the Yangtze River. Although it is not as good as the four major families in Jinling, it cannot be underestimated. Over the years, he has spent too much money to seek an official position, but has never been able to do so. As a result, how can you not be excited when you see this news now.
All merchants in the south of the Yangtze River heard the news and went to the capital with generous gifts.
Zhongping County Prince's Mansion
"Brother Po, I would like you to give me some advice on the establishment of the Department of Commerce." Xue Baochai was sitting next to her with a pair of beautiful eyes full of excitement. After meeting the emperor yesterday, the Xue family agreed to the emperor's request. Xue Baochai was appointed a commercial officer directly according to Jia Po's plan, and he generously gave her a third-rank position. Now Xue Baochai is wearing the official robe of a third-rank female officer, and she looks very heroic.
"It's been prepared for you. Take it and take a good look. You will be very busy these days." Japer looked at Xue Baochai and smiled, then handed a booklet on the table to Xue Baochai.
"Thank you, Brother Po. I have nothing to repay, little girl." Xue Baochai joked after taking the booklet.
"Although this position of business official is not included in the civil and military categories, it is related to the economic lifeline of Daxing. His Majesty the Emperor wants to put a few people around you. The first is to protect you, the second is to monitor you, and the third is to help you. You Feel free to use it." Japer said casually.
Emperor: You little brat needs to be dealt with.ｸﾞｯ!(๑•̀ㅂ•́)و✧
"Pfft!"
"Yes, I know, haha." Seeing that Jiapo said the emperor's arrangement of people to monitor him very casually, Xue Baochai, who was a little nervous at first, laughed on the spot.
Only Jiapo dared to say this in the world, not even the emperor's brothers, King Qi and King of Han.
The Yamen of the Department of Commerce occupies a large area. It was originally the residence of a high-ranking official in the court. Some time ago, someone was accused of neglecting human life, which was verified by the Jinyi Mansion, and was later raided by the Jinyi Guards. The emperor changed this place into the residence of the Commerce Department Yamen.
At this time, the major wealthy businessmen in the capital gathered at the door of the commercial office that suddenly appeared today and talked among themselves.
"Haha! Boss Li, when will you arrive!"
"Brother Li and Brother Wang are both very fast."
"Haha, Brother Zhang, long time no see."
At this time, hundreds of wealthy businessmen were talking to each other at the yamen gate, with smiles on their faces, but in their hearts they wanted to chop them to death with knives. These guys were all opponents of their own official positions.
"quiet."
"Secretary Xue invites you!" At this time, a gilded guard came out and looked at the noisy wealthy businessmen and shouted.
Everyone knows about the Jin Yiwei. Recently, the emperor has begun to reorganize the court. Many civil and military properties have been confiscated, all because of the Jin Yiwei. It can be said that Jin Yiwei has been very powerful recently, and no one wants to offend them.
"It's my lord."
Everyone immediately saluted and followed the powerful man into the government office quickly and orderly.
Entering the Yamen, there were hundreds of black-armored guards and dozens of imperial guards standing on both sides. The wealthy businessmen were frightened when they saw this situation, for fear of being slashed.
Entering the lobby, he saw Xue Baochai sitting there with a smile on his face. Next to him sat Mr. Sun, the Secretary of the Ministry of Revenue. Because the treasury was running wild, this old man was looking for the emperor every day, so the emperor had nothing to do with him, so he sent him to help Xue Baochai.
"The common people have met the Chief Secretary." When everyone saw Xue Baochai, they didn't look down on her womanhood. She was originally the helmsman of the Xue family, one of the four major families. In addition, no one had the chance to be an official today, so naturally they wouldn't neglect.
"Excuse me, please take a seat! I know your purpose of coming, and I will discuss it with you in detail later." Xue Baochai was so excited when he saw all the people saluting him, but there was no flaw on his face and he remained calm. Let everyone exempt themselves from the ceremony.
"Thanks to His Majesty the Emperor for your attention..."
After an hour of explanation, Xue Baochai finally finished the various conditions. In a word, anyone who is not a treacherous, traitorous, traitorous, or guilty of any evil will have the opportunity to join. He also mentioned the benefits of joining. Even the worst can manage the economy of a county. At the same time, if they do well, they can manage larger states and governments. In short, if they do well, they can be promoted. Moreover, they do not need to go around to manage relationships after occupying the court behind their backs. In addition, there are basic requirements and restrictions such as not being allowed to bully others, and the cost of violation is very high. After that, the interests were divided into seven-thirds, seven for the court and three for them. In addition, 50% of one's own property should be handed over to the Department of Commerce and owned by the imperial court.
"The following are the conditions for joining the Department of Commerce. Do you have any objections?" Xue Baochai looked at the wealthy businessmen below and said with a smile.
My lord, I am willing...
My lord and I...
Everyone in the lobby, who had been quiet for a few seconds, suddenly became excited when they heard Xue Baochai's question. How could they not want to do this? It was great news for them. Many businessmen here are very rich, but they are looked down upon by others. Now that they have the opportunity to change their status, let alone 70/30 with the court and 50% of the family property, they can do without all of it.
An hour later, everyone walked out one after another. Some were escorted away by the royal guards, while others were smiling and walking with their heads held high. Needless to say, the people who were taken away were all treacherous and evil, and even the court could not stand them. Those who smile and walk with their heads held high will naturally have obtained official status.
"Ancestors bless you! Good people are really rewarded!" Li Shiren looked at the appointment certificate in his hand with tears in his eyes. He was a well-known wealthy businessman in Shenjing City. He was usually harmonious with his neighbors and had a very strict upbringing. The court wanted to fight against him. He donated money and food, and often gave porridge to save people outside the city. He had an excellent reputation and was called Li Dashan. His only hope was to get rid of his business status so that his descendants could become officials. Not only did he do it, but he also Because of his good deeds in the past, he was awarded the position of inspector of the Department of Commerce, a fifth-grade official position.
"Haha! Little girl, you can do it!" Sun Shangshu smiled from ear to ear as he looked at the boxes of paper in front of him that recorded the assets of major wealthy businessmen.
"Hee hee! Mr. Sun, this is not my credit. Brother Po came up with these." Xue Baochai was very tired today, but she was very happy. After her father left, her brother was useless, and she was in charge of the Xue family. All methods have been failing. If Jiapo hadn't helped her, the Xue family would have disappeared. Now that the Xue family is in her hands, it will be even better. So when Sun Shangshu praised her, she didn't want to take the credit.
"Haha, you girl! I like you very much. From now on, you will be my granddaughter. If anyone dares to bully you, I will help you deal with him and follow me into the palace." Master Sun, who originally did not pay much attention to the Department of Commerce, saw this When the boss was a girl, he didn't pay much attention to it, but as Xue Baochai explained various terms in an orderly manner, completed the task of establishing a business officer, and received such a large amount of money and various assets, Xue Baochai looked like a Like a treasure, this is something the God of Wealth cannot afford to offend.
Yongdeokgung Palace
"His Majesty's Lord Zhao Quan of Jinyi Mansion has arrived." Xia Shouzhong said softly.
"Let him come in!" Emperor Longchang did not raise his head.
"I pay my respects to your Majesty! This has been found during these days. Please take a look at it." Zhao Quan bowed in front of Emperor Longchang and saluted.
a moment later
"These worms are raised by the imperial court, and this is how they repay the imperial court?" After reading Zhao Quan's memorial, Emperor Longchang could no longer suppress his anger. The entire capital had 600,000 soldiers and horses, and 150,000 were left with empty pay. There are 130,000 old, weak, sick and disabled soldiers, and the remaining 320,000 have not been drilled for a long time. The emperor cannot even imagine whether these soldiers and horses can withstand the enemy for a day in the event of war.
"Collect all the evidence of these people's crimes for me, don't let any of them go?" Looking at the memorial in his hand, the emperor gritted his teeth and said to Zhao Quan.
"It's your Majesty!" Zhao Quan took the order and left.
"Your Majesty! Don't let the dragon body be so angry. Fortunately, Prince Zhongping informed him in advance that everything can be rectified." Xia Shouzhong comforted the emperor while asking for credit for Jiapo.
"By the way, is the prince still at Yubai's place?" After hearing what Xia Shouzhong said, his anger subsided a little, and he immediately asked about the prince.
"I dare not hide it from Your Majesty. His Royal Highness has been studying at Zhongping County Prince's Mansion recently. I heard that the County Prince has begun to teach His Highness the Prince to practice martial arts." Xia Shouzhong said with a smile.
"Yes, this boy has been naughty since he was a child. He has changed a lot since he came back from Yubai." Emperor Longchang said with a smile on his face. The prince has changed so much. How could he be unhappy as a father.
"Haha! Your Majesty is so happy!"
The monarch and his ministers were chatting about the prince's changes during this period, when they were interrupted by Sun Shangshu's laughter from all the way.
"Listening to Sun Shangshu's laughter, I'm afraid I gained a lot." The emperor was not angry when the conversation was interrupted. He knew that Sun Shangshu usually looked like someone owed him millions of money, but he was so happy today. It was also his first time seeing it.
"Your Majesty is overjoyed, haha!" Before Xia Shouzhong could say anything, Lord Sun laughed and walked over with Xue Baochai.
"Okay, no more courtesy!" Seeing the two of them about to salute, the emperor waved directly.
"Tell me how much you can harvest, how happy you are, Mr. Sun." The emperor was also curious about the harvest, so he asked without any nonsense.
"Your Majesty, please check the records obtained today." At Master Sun's signal, Xue Baochai handed the records to the emperor.
"Haha. Okay, okay, you did a good job." Even the emperor was stunned after reading the album.
"Your Majesty, you selected thirty-seven merchants and obtained 15,673,200 taels of silver in cash, as well as various shops, land, jewelry, etc. 7,654,200 taels. . These will be charged into the national treasury tomorrow." Xue Baochai bowed.
"Okay, girl, you did a good job. Yubai did not misjudge the person. Tell me what you want, and I will get it right." Emperor Longchang was very happy, so he became very generous.
"Your Majesty, I dare not ask for a reward. Everything is your Majesty's idea." Xue Baochai replied.
"You girl, study with Yubai when you have time. He is not like this. Okay, from now on, the head of the Commercial Department will be the third grade." Emperor Longchang, who was in a good mood, directly promoted Xue Baochai with a wave of his hand.
"Xia Shouzhong, this girl looks tired, and she is probably tired. You can send her back in person." Seeing Xue Baochai's tired face, the emperor stopped her from saluting and asked Xia Shouzhong to send her back.
After Xia Shouzhong sent Xue Baochai away, Sun Shangshu had a quarrel with the emperor and looked ugly when he left. It was obvious that the emperor wanted to eat alone and did not want to hand over the money to the treasury.
Today, the emperor deliberately withheld the money from Mr. Xia. He wanted to use the money to set up a trap for civil and military officials to get more money.
