Everyone expressed their opinions.
They knew a little about the Ningyuan Mutual Market, but they only knew about the Ming Dynasty Royal Bank and the money order three days ago.
When they wanted to persuade the emperor to hold back and learn from the experience of the Ming Dynasty's failure, Bi Ziyan explained the plan of the Royal Bank and the money order, and they were instantly shocked.
The first is that I was shocked by Royal Bank's business. As long as you enter the bank, you have to pay some fees, and you have to pay them voluntarily.
The second is that they were shocked by the anti-counterfeiting methods of money orders. They had never thought that a money order would have so many anti-counterfeiting methods. To put it bluntly, if you take it out and let others imitate it, you may not be able to imitate it.
The third is that I was shocked by the emperor's sobriety and courage. Since the emergence of banknotes in the Song Dynasty, the Jiaozi of the Northern Song Dynasty, the Southern Song Dynasty, the Jin Dynasty and the Yuan Dynasty, and the treasure banknotes of the Ming Dynasty were all printed privately, leading to failure.
But now the emperor directly orders the customization and is not allowed to print it privately. Even the court needs to exchange it with real gold and silver. This is so sober.
The most important thing is that the idea of the Royal Bank and the anti-counterfeiting methods of money orders were all thought up by the emperor alone. He was a genius.
Chongzhen looked at Xi Duanfan, who was nodding and lowering his eyebrows like a transparent person, and said softly: "Consultant Xi, what do you think about business affairs?"
"Grass people don't..."
"I called you here just to hear what you, a master of business, think about. If you have anything to say, I forgive you!"
Xi Duanfan was startled for a moment. He really didn't expect that the emperor would ask him the opinion of a businessman on this occasion.
Seeing the encouraging and curious eyes of Bi Ziyan and others, Xi Duanfan gritted his teeth and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, ordinary people believe that the development of business is a great thing that benefits the country, enriches the people, and strengthens the country and the people.
Based on ordinary people's superficial cognitive analysis, only the full-speed development of commerce can promote or extend the prosperous age as much as possible. "
As soon as these words came out, everyone in the six cabinet departments in the lobby looked at Xi Duanfan in shock. These words were really too shocking.
It is really ridiculous that a common man would say something about prolonging the prosperous age.
Chongzhen was shocked in his heart. He did not expect that Xi Duanfan would have such advanced knowledge.
But he still looked calm and said: "Advisor Xi, although this is not above the court, we are still discussing family and country affairs. Talking nonsense and making nonsense will be punished!"
"Your Majesty, the grassroots people have been ups and downs in business for so many years, bringing the Xi family and the Dongting merchant gang to where they are today.
Not only does he rely on his keen business sense, but he also knows how to protect himself wisely. Since ordinary people dare to say this, they have something to rely on. "
"really?"
"If Your Majesty has some free time, ordinary people can tell His Majesty something now!"
"No!"
Chongzhen waved his hand, stood up, and looked at Xi Duanfan: "At the court meeting tomorrow, the ministers will definitely refute the Ming Royal Commercial Bank and the opening of commercial affairs. You can also go to court tomorrow and explain your basis. !”
"This this……"
"What is this? Are you scared?"
"That's not the case. The common people just think that this is not in line with the rules of the court. The common people have neither official status nor fame.
Moreover, he is a businessman, and when he enters the Huangji Palace, the preface is correct, which is disrespectful to the majesty of the court. "
"Consultant Xi, you are wrong. You are the chief consultant of Ningyuan Mutual Market. Although you are not an official, you are still an official. His Majesty promotes business and calls some business leaders for questioning. There is nothing wrong with this!"
After Bi Ziyan finished speaking, he took a deep look at Xi Duanfan: "As for the officials in the court offending, and the officials later causing trouble for you and the Dongting Merchant Gang,
Don't worry about this. With me here, this will never happen. "
"Now that Bi Shangshu's words have come to this, the common people should be respectful and obey your orders!"
After Xi Duanfan finished speaking, he knelt down towards Chongzhen: "Your Majesty, the common people are willing to give it a try, but they need to prepare some things!"
"Can!"
After Chongzhen responded, he turned to look at Li Ruolian at the door: "Li Aiqing, do your best to meet Xi Duanfan's request!"
"I obey the decree!"
After Li Ruolian responded, Chongzhen looked at Xi Duanfan: "This matter is settled, I will wait for your words tomorrow!"
"Please tell him some of the rules in the court, so as not to make jokes."
After finishing speaking, he walked outside with his hands behind his back.
Everyone hurriedly saluted towards the back, and only after the emperor's back completely disappeared, everyone stood up straight.
Yuan Keli looked at Xi Duanfan: "Advisor Xi, we won't ask you what your specific reliance is. Now I ask you, are you really sure?"
"Mr. Yuan Ge, what you said is wrong."
Xi Duanfan cupped his hands and said: "I am only responsible for explaining the logic of commercial development that benefits the country and the people, and I will do my best to argue with all the adults who hold objections.
You should not ask whether you are sure about this matter, but whether the ministers believe it or not, and whether your Majesty has made a decision. "
Having said this, Xi Duanfan looked at the other cabinet monks and lowered his voice: "You are all promoted by your Majesty. You follow your Majesty all day long and you understand your Majesty's thoughts very well.
Judging from the information that Bi Shangshu revealed today, whether intentionally or unintentionally, His Majesty has decided to promote the development of business. Now it is time to convince the ministers to cooperate.
Even if I'm not here, Your Majesty will find a way to convince them that I'm just meeting them by chance.
Your Majesty's visit to the common people is nothing more than an argument from a commercial perspective. "
"Although we trust His Majesty and support His Majesty's decision, that is only after we figure it out.
We are not as good as you in business matters, but we are responsible for the hundreds of millions of people in the Ming Dynasty.
We may also ask some questions in the courtroom tomorrow, but you have to think about it tonight. "
"clear!"
After a few more explanations, Bi Ziyan took Xi Duanfan away and explained the rules of the court.
Although there were many people attending the investment conference, the city of Beijing was extremely quiet tonight. They all knew what should be said and what should not be said.
What's more, the Ming Daily will be printed tomorrow, and they have already said who the Ming Daily will sell to.
Early the next morning, in the Huangji Hall, Chongzhen sat on the dragon chair and said in a deep voice: "My dear friends, you should all know about the Ningyuan Mutual Market Investment Conference yesterday.
Dear friends, you should have noticed that everything I am doing now is to promote the development of business with all my strength.
I will tell you clearly today that not only me, but also the kings of future generations must vigorously develop business.
If you have any different opinions on the imperial court's efforts to promote commerce, you can speak freely in today's court meeting. I forgive you! "
"Your Majesty, I object!"
"Your Majesty, I object!"
"Your Majesty, I object!"
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As soon as Chongzhen finished speaking, more than ten ministers came out to express objections.
Looking at the ministers who had objections, Chongzhen said calmly: "You have objections, but I have heard that the development of business benefits the country and the people, enriches the country and the people, and strengthens the country and the people.
Since there are pros and cons, let’s debate it! "
