However, after being happy for a while, Chongzhen thought of other problems that were brought about. 【】Shop. As the king of a country, Chongzhen needs more issues to consider.

"Guoy, it's really good to develop foreign trade. But Jiangnan is originally a hometown of fish and rice, and produces a lot of grain and rice. But if the people see that raising silkworms is profitable, they will invest in these industries, abandon grain and grow mulberry trees, and the people's grain will be unstable. I'm afraid that it will damage the country's foundation at that time!"

Zhang Linqi knew the root of the worry on Chongzhen's face. In fact, Chongzhen's remarks were also a memorial that was opposed to the opening of the sea ban. The meaning of the minister mentioned in the memorial that Jiangnan was originally a granary in the world, Suhu was familiar with the world, and the world was full.

After the trade, silk profits dozens of times more than farmland. People are greedy for profit. Those with land will abandon grain and plant mulberry fields. As a result, the grain fields will become mulberry fields, only mulberry leaves are produced but not grain rice. Other provinces such as Henan and Shaanxi are originally barren lands. At that time, the grain storage is insufficient and it is very easy to change!

However, Zhang Linqi had a long time ago to deal with this kind of worry. So when he heard Chongzhen ask, he said, "Your Majesty, don't worry. This situation will never happen."

"Oh, what do you mean by Guoyong?" Chongzhen was so energetic that he heard this. Due to the long-term tacit understanding of the king and his subjects and the proof of a series of events, Chongzhen now believed what Zhang Linqi said. Originally, he just felt that he dared not think about it.

I want to win Long and look for Shu. I feel a little greedy! But now when I hear Zhang Linqi say this, I feel that things have great hope.

"The emperor is wise," Zhang Linqi began to talk, "It is true that the grain fields become mulberry fields because of planting mulberry fields. But it is an exaggeration to say that it converts all the grain fields into mulberry fields."

Then Zhang Linqi began to explain a series of reasons.

The cultivation of rice and mulberry planting in Jiangnan is not only different in terms of labor time, but their labor force is also completely different. The cultivation of mulberry plants is mainly old and weak women, and they have no income when mulberry plants can be planted. Now there is something to do, not only can we earn an income for the family, but our family status has also improved. Moreover, the land needed to plant rice and mulberry planting is also different.

Planting rice requires a large number of fertile fields, while planting mulberry trees can be planted in front of houses and behind houses, and can be used for wasteland and beaches. It is very flexible and generally does not seize the arable land with rice...

Listening to Zhang Linqi's words, Chongzhen nodded repeatedly. This is what Guoyong often said, without investigation and research, there is no right to speak. With this statement, the matter became much clearer. Finally, Zhang Linqi said: "Take a step back and say that even if the development of foreign trade leads to a large reduction in grain and rice production in Jiangnan, domestic food is tight. There is no need to panic at all. Because foreign trade can not only bring white silver, but also transport white rice! "

"Oh, how do you say this?" Chongzhen became even more interested when he heard it. Everything has its pros and cons. The benefits of increasing silver exceed the disadvantages of decreasing grain and rice, that is, it is beneficial, so you can do it. However, Chongzhen felt a little uneasy in the end.

But now I heard that I could still transport white rice, how could I not be upset about him?

"Guoyong, how much is the price of grain and rice transported by other countries? Can the people who raise money can afford it?"

"People's food is unstable, so is the country. Do the emperors of other countries understand this principle and are willing to sell large quantities of food?"

Chongzhen was excited about one question after another.

Zhang Linqi smiled slightly as if Chongzhen was excited, "Your Majesty is a little restless, please listen to me to tell you slowly. The Emperor of Hainan Island knows it!"

"Well, I know," Chongzhen nodded. The so-called ends of the world refer to that place. However, it is usually a place where prisoners are exiled, and it is regarded as a barren land.

"But yourselves, do you know that in Hainan Island, rice planted in many places can be ripe twice or even three times a year."

"Oh, this is interesting," Chongzhen nodded after hearing this, but that was all the same. Because he knew that even if it was ripe for three years, it would not be of much use. There was a lot of miasma everywhere, and it was not a suitable place for people to stay.

Seeing that Chongzhen understood his meaning, Zhang Linqi continued: "And in countries where we can trade, there are some countries that are the same. All his land can be cooked twice or even three times a year. So, he is not worried about not enough grain and rice like us, but about the fact that there is too much grain and rice and there is no place to put it! There are countless grain and rice that is moldy and broken every year!

So, if we are willing to buy his food, it will solve his problem and free up the warehouse for him. Do you think the price will be high? I guess the maximum number of shipments to the capital is only one tael of silver and one stone." After Zhang Linqi finished speaking, Chongzhen stood up suddenly and said repeatedly: "That's great, so good that the sea ban must be opened."

Although Chongzhen did not leave the palace, he was still very concerned about the sufferings of the people. Let’s talk about the current price of grain. The capital was two taels of silver and one stone, while other places were higher (Zhang Linqi once took action to stabilize the price of grain in the imperial village). This was already a price praised by the people of the capital.

Now, there is only one tael of silver and one stone. If this is the case, isn’t anyone able to afford it? If such a thing is done, isn’t he just doing a great thing for the people? The more Chongzhen thought about it, the happier he became, and the more excited he became.

"However, there are many ministers in the court who are stubborn and hold Taizu's instructions to keep going. Even if you and I join forces, it will still be difficult!" Chongzhen, who was happy for a while, suddenly thought of the pedantic ministers and couldn't help but sigh.

The Ming Dynasty was such a strange dynasty. Although Chongzhen was the 1950s, there were definitely many ministers who dared to fight against him. And they all felt very honorable. Moreover, these ministers were not afraid, so they could not be punished as doctors!

"Your Majesty, don't worry, the ministers are not all solid. The reason why they objected was that they had not tasted the benefits of opening the sea ban. When they tasted the benefits, they might refuse to withdraw." Zhang Linqi smiled slightly and said, "As for now, I can seek Yang Sichang's support. He is also the leader of the altar. With his support, it will be much easier to open the sea ban..."

"Well, this method is good." Chongzhen nodded after hearing this, and then said, "Apart from him, the rest of the people are not worth worrying. Of course, there are many things to pay attention to, such as..."

That night, the candlelight in Qianqing Palace did not go out until very late. Chongzhen and Zhang Linqi discussed it for a long time...

The next morning, Zhang Linqi came to a place he hadn't been to for a long time. This was a grand mansion with red bricks and green tiles and stone Shishi Town Gate. Even the gatekeeper was taller than ordinary people.

"My brother, please report it to me and say that a colleague is visiting me."

Zhang Linqi smiled and said to an old man at the door.

The old man looked up at Zhang Linqi. Seeing that he was dressed normally, there were no followers around him. He only thought he was an ordinary person, so he didn't care much. As for the famous post he handed over to Zhang Linqi, he was not, he was illiterate.

However, after taking a small silver ingot handed over by Zhang Linqi, his attitude became much better. He smiled at Zhang Linqi and said, "Brother, wait, my master has just gotten up. There are several guests waiting to ask for a meeting! I'll tell you, when will it be your master's business."

"Damn" Zhang Linqi nodded with a smile.

After saying that, the old man walked in quickly. But not long after, something surprising happened. When the old man came out again, he could no longer stop admiring Zhang Linqi's eyes. The silver ingot he had received was also taken out from his sleeve. He handed it back to Zhang Linqi in a very awkward manner. He repeatedly begged: "Disciple, you are so lucky, the little old man doesn't know the identity of the distinguished guest. Don't blame him for the disrespectful things. My master is about to come out to greet him in person."

There was a reason for the old man to be shocked, because he sent the famous post in. After a while, the butler hurried out and said, "Where is the person?"

"It's outside the door." The old concierge stammered. When he saw the chief executive come out in person, he felt something was wrong. As the saying goes, the seventh rank official in front of the prime minister's door, let alone the dignified chief executive! When ordinary officials of the fifth and ninth rank come, they still have to say hello to the chief executive! And it's not like now, it's like welcoming the emperor...

"Hmph, what are you doing?" The chief executive glared at him fiercely and said, "I'm going to meet you later to settle the score."

"Oh," the old gatekeeper responded in a daze. Seeing that the chief executive had already rushed to greet him after he finished speaking, he hurriedly rushed over. Since the big mistake had been made, I just hoped that it could make up for one or two.

But now, the old concierge looked at Zhang Linqi again, but was surprised. Now, it is clearly the dragon of human beings!

At this time, the door that was closed was opened with a creak sound. Dozens of servants stood neatly on both sides. At the right hand, an old man in a first-rank official robe was strode, still far away. The laughter had arrived first. It was the one who spoke before he could laugh!

"I said that there was a magpies calling early this morning, thinking, would there be a distinguished guest coming? Unexpectedly, Guoyong came!"

This person is Yang Sichang, a die-hard ally of Zhang Linqi. It has been several days since Zhang Linqi returned to the capital, but this is the first time he has visited Yang Sichang today. However, he knew that Yang Sichang could understand it. That is to avoid suspicion.

There is no way. Now Zhang Linqi does not only represent him, but also represents a huge group of forces. Therefore, Zhang Linqi's every move now needs to be paid attention to the influence. Therefore, Zhang Linqi returned from Henan this time, except for gathering with a few left-behind brothers, the rest of his friends had no contact, for fear of being left behind!

It’s just that Chongzhen knew and strongly supported him when he came to visit Yang Sichang as high-profilely as today, so it’s a different matter.

"Haha, I've been disturbing you early in the morning. Lord Yang, forgive me for your crime," Zhang Linqi smiled at Yang Sichang.

"Where is it, it's too late for Guoyong to come and welcome him." Yang Sichang said as he took Zhang Linqi's arm and walked in side by side. His expression was extremely intimate!

The two of them walked forward and soon arrived at Yang Sichang's study. This is also of particularity. When ordinary officials come, they meet in the living room, and when they meet in the study, they feel intimate. They must not make friends like this.
Chapter completed!