Chapter 57 Qianzhuang
Emperor Qing's attitude towards the "rescue" seemed quite indifferent. He secretly thought that this was just a part of his own plan, so he kept his expression silent.
However, Li Chengze's timely reminder was like a clear stream, penetrating Emperor Qing's network of calculations, making him feel true care and wisdom, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude in his heart.
Li Chengze knew Emperor Qing's temperament well, knew how to advance and retreat, and knew what to do.
He keenly captured the subtle emotions of Emperor Qing's desire to bestow favors, and he quickly thought about how to make a request that would demonstrate his ambition without offending Long Yan.
So he cleverly used the donkey under the slope to come up with the idea of opening a bank.
"Your Majesty, I am brave and willing to turn this reward into practical benefits, relieve your Majesty's worries and add wealth to the country."
Li Chengze's words were sincere and his eyes were firm, "I want to open an unprecedented bank. Not only will it be large in scale, it will also bring together the world's wealth, circulate it in all directions, promote commerce, and benefit all people."
When Emperor Qing heard this, a strange look flashed in his eyes. He knew that the bank's affairs were no small matter. If it could be managed properly, it would surely become an important pillar of the country's finances.
He stared at Li Chengze, as if he wanted to read more ideas and details about this bank from his eyes.
Seeing this, Li Chengze continued to elaborate:
This bank will imitate the best of ancient and modern times, both at home and abroad, to establish a deposit and loan system to promote capital circulation;
At the same time, it will also set up an investment mechanism to guide the flow of private capital to the state. Where necessary, such as water conservancy, agriculture, industry and commerce, etc., to solve the country’s urgent needs and help people’s livelihood difficulties.”
After hearing this, Emperor Qing admired secretly in his heart. He realized that the bank mentioned by Li Chengze was not only a financial institution, but also a powerful tool that could leverage the country's economic lifeline and promote social development.
He knew that once such a proposal was implemented, it would have a profound impact on the future of the country.
So, Emperor Qing showed an approving smile and said slowly:
"I am very pleased that Chengze has such great ambitions. This matter is related to the national economy and people's livelihood, and requires long-term planning, but I am willing to work with you on this matter and achieve great things."
As soon as these words came out, Li Chengze felt reassured, knowing that his request had been recognized and supported by Emperor Qing.
He knows that there is still a long way to go, but he has taken a crucial step towards his ideal.
Emperor Qing's narrowed eyes and questioning tone showed that he was curious and a little wary about the bank plan proposed by Li Chengze.
In this era, the concept of finance may not be very mature, and Emperor Qing needs more explanation and understanding to understand the impact that this bank may have on the entire Daqing economy.
Li Chengze knew that Emperor Qing might not understand the profound significance of Qianzhuang to the national economy, but he also realized that this was an opportunity, and Emperor Qing might not refuse the proposal.
Li Chengze knew that even with his current reputation, he might be able to open such an institution even without Emperor Qing's consent, but it was obviously more important to get Emperor Qing's support and recognition.
After pondering, Emperor Qing raised a new question. He was curious about Li Chengze's novel ideas and wanted to know whether it was Li Chengze's own creativity.
Emperor Qing's tone revealed his familiarity with this kind of innovative thinking, because he remembered that Ye Qingmei had also proposed many novel ideas, and Ye Qingmei had some connection with the temple.
Faced with Emperor Qing's questions, Li Chengze chose to be honest. He stated that the idea was not his own, but Fan Xian's idea.
By using Fan Xian as a shield, Li Chengze may be trying to allay Emperor Qing's concerns about his possible personal ties to the temple, while also possibly protecting the true source of the idea from Emperor Qing.
After Emperor Qing heard that this idea was proposed by Fan Xian, he seemed to have a sudden realization. This may be because Fan Xian has a special status in Emperor Qing's heart, or Emperor Qing thinks that Fan Xian has enough wisdom and insight to propose such a idea. idea.
If this idea was proposed by Li Chengze, Emperor Qing might have secretly doubted whether he had such an opinion and whether it had something to do with the temple.
However, if this idea was proposed by Fan Xian, Emperor Qing would think it was natural.
After all, Fan Xian is a descendant of Ye Qingmei. It is reasonable for him to have such extraordinary insights.
As Fan Xian grew up, he showed countless novel perspectives and ideas, which was almost like the reappearance of Ye Qingmei.
Observing Emperor Qing's expression, Li Chengze realized that Fan Xian's reputation had indeed served as a good cover. Before Emperor Qing continued to ask, Li Chengze continued to explain: "Your Majesty, you know that although my aunt is willing to hand over the inner treasury to Fan Xian, judging from the account books she provided, the inner treasury lost two More than ten million.”
He continued: “This is a huge amount of money.
After all, how much fiscal revenue does our Qingguo have in a year? Therefore, since Fan Xian wanted to take over the internal treasury, he naturally had to find a way to solve this financial problem. "
"And this newly established bank is exactly the solution proposed by Fan Xian.
It can gather wealth from all over the world, and as long as there is no run on it, it will be an easy task to fill the huge deficit in the internal treasury. "
“In addition, with this bank in the hands of the royal family, it will greatly enhance the royal family’s control over the national economy, which is unmatched by the inner treasury.
Originally, Fan Xian wanted to establish this bank in my name, but I thought the matter was of great importance, so I didn't agree immediately. "
"The reason why Fan Xian asked me to cooperate is because he trusts me and because, as a prince, I can shoulder this responsibility."
Li Chengze's words showed that this was Fan Xian's idea to solve the internal treasury problem.
Since Emperor Qing wanted Fan Xian to take over the inner treasury, he naturally had no reason to oppose this plan.
Emperor Qing was deeply pleased with this.
From Li Chengze's words, Emperor Qing could hear his intention. If Li Chengze really used his reputation to start a business, Emperor Qing might not be able to stop it.
Moreover, considering the deficit of more than 20 million in the internal treasury, this is indeed a feasible solution.
This is much better than Emperor Qing's original plan to let the shopkeepers of Qing Yutang cut off the wealth of those merchants.
"So, Your Majesty, you agree?" Seeing Emperor Qing nodding in appreciation, Li Chengze took the opportunity to ask.
"Well, go ahead and do it boldly." Emperor Qing nodded and gave a verbal commitment.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" After receiving Emperor Qing's affirmation, Li Chengze expressed his gratitude with a smile.
At this point in the conversation, Emperor Qing's purpose of summoning Li Chengze has been achieved. Emperor Qing waved his hand to indicate that he was going to rest, and Li Chengze stood up to say goodbye and turned to leave.
"Go and call Li Chengru." After Li Chengze left for a while, Emperor Qing thought about it and then ordered.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Eunuch Hou responded in a low voice.
Soon, the eldest prince Li Chengru came over under the leadership of Eunuch Hou.
"Your Majesty!" Li Chengru saluted and said respectfully.
"I heard that Fan Xian was injured while chasing the assassin?" Emperor Qing asked the eldest prince about Fan Xian's situation in a casual tone.
"Yes, he has dozens of sword wounds on his body. The sword marks on his chest are so deep that they almost cut open his stomach." Li Chengru nodded and reported Fan Xian's injuries to Emperor Qing in detail.
"In addition, Fan Xian's meridians were ruptured and his Qi has completely disappeared."
"But when he first woke up, the first thing he asked was about your Majesty's safety."
Li Chengru told Emperor Qing about Fan Xian's situation in detail, showing his concern for Fan Xian and his loyalty to Emperor Qing.
(End of chapter)