Dongxiang seemed to understand, and felt that what the young master said made sense: "But, what does this have to do with us? The young master knows that the prefect's mansion needs money now, why should we join in the money?"
"Forgot the potatoes you just collected?"
"Master, do you want to use those potatoes?"
"Yes, now is the time. No matter what era, officials and businessmen are not separated. If you want to expand your business, you must have the support of the court. We will naturally get some benefits by solving problems for local officials.
"
The two of them walked all the way, and as soon as they walked, they arrived at the gate of the prefect's mansion before they knew it.
Bai Song was not a stranger, and the gatekeeper was a little surprised when he saw Bai Song. Before Bai Song could speak, he said he would go inside to report.
Soon, Mr. Chiang personally came to greet him.
The current Bai family can be said to be a big family in Jixian County. Although the number of people is small, the Bai family is enough to be a grand family. Who among the other big families won't give them some face?
There is no doubt that the Bai Song Dynasty was rich.
At least Mr. Jiang firmly believes in this, and is naturally worthy of personally greeting him.
"Mr. Bai, are you okay?! Come on, please come inside."
Bai Song was stunned for a moment, still thinking about his status as a fugitive. Why was Mr. Jiang so enthusiastic?
Looking at Bai Song's expression, Mr. Jiang knew that he was confused and whispered: "Young Master Bai, don't be nervous. I have already heard the matter from the prince. Recently, the prince also cleared Mr. Bai of his charges and informed the court.
All the reasons, so Mr. Bai no longer has to worry about his identity."
Bai Song was a little surprised. He didn't expect that Li Zhan had said that he would not let him leave, but he restored his identity within a few days. In this way, Li Zhan was somewhat humane.
Bai Song didn't want to expose himself, mainly because of his identity as a fugitive. Knowing that his identity had been restored, he felt more relieved in the future.
Bai Song followed Mr. Jiang into the mansion and asked straight to the point before sitting down: "Sir Jiang, I heard that you are going to entertain all the big families in the county?"
"Yes, has Mr. Bai received the invitation? Now the Bai family is one of the largest families in Ji County, so it cannot be without Mr. Bai's participation."
"I received the invitation, so I came over to take a look. Is there anything you need help with?"
Mr. Jiang laughed and refused to admit: "What's the matter? I just want to get close to the aristocratic families in Jixian County. After all, the development of a continent requires the government and the people to help each other, right?"
Bai Song smiled: "Master Jiang, sooner or later you have to talk about something, why bother hiding it? Isn't it just the recent problem of hungry people?"
When Jiang Yu heard this, her expression changed, and she quickly grabbed Bai Song's hand and made a silent gesture: "Shh...where did Mr. Bai get the news?"
"I saw a lot of things on the way back. I believe the situation will be worse closer to the north."
Jiang Yu didn't say anything immediately. He closed the door and showed a bitter look: "It's good that Mr. Bai knows, I am worried about this matter! Although we won the battle in the previous year, I, Youzhou, have to obey the emperor's order."
A lot of military rations were raised. Nowadays, the disadvantages of raising military rations have begun to appear, and there are shortages in various parts of Youzhou. In addition, a large number of Turks entered Youzhou, which further consumed Youzhou's food.
I have just received news that there is a team of more than 30,000 people in the west of Mang County, and they are planning to go to the capital at the moment. If this group of people reaches the emperor's feet, I will lose my hat, but I am afraid that my life will not be saved."
"A team of thirty thousand hungry people?" Bai Song frowned, the situation was much more serious than he imagined.
The potatoes he received were only ten thousand kilograms, which was a drop in the bucket.
Bai Song didn't want to beat around the bush and directly took out a boiled potato: "Can adults recognize this?"
"This is……"
"Potato."
Jiang Yu thought about it and suddenly said: "Oh, I remember that Donglai Restaurant has a dish called stir-fried shredded potatoes."
"I have 12,000 kilograms of potatoes on hand, which can replace food to satisfy people's hunger.
"Twelve thousand catties!" Jiang Yu was in an uproar.
"It took me a year to use some of the abandoned fields in Youzhou to grow it."
"I also heard that the crops in the extra fields near Mang County are growing well, and the surrounding people are farming frequently. It turns out that you are the one pushing it, Mr. Bai?"
"In addition to potatoes, there are also soybeans, wheat, ears, and various common vegetables. There are nearly 300 acres of land in total. The crops that can be harvested recently are almost 200 acres, and a total of 100,000 to 150,000 jins of grain can be produced.
catty."
Hearing this number, Jiang Yu's jaw dropped to the ground.
"Two hundred acres, one hundred thousand catties? How is this possible?"
Jiang Yu couldn't believe it. According to what Bai Song said, the yield per mu was more than 500 kilograms.
Even in the most fertile fields in the Tang Dynasty, one acre of land weighed no less than three hundred kilograms.
What's even more unbelievable is that this guy Bai Song actually managed to do such a big deal secretly!
He planted 300 acres of land. How did he do it?
"Mr. Bai, are you kidding me?"
"Have you not noticed those fields outside the county?"
Jiang Yu nodded.
"Those are my fields. If you don't believe me, you can check last year's property book."
Why did Jiang Yu need to check this? He knew that this guy was not someone who just spoke freely. Since he said it, it must be true.
Jiang Yu felt like she had grasped a life-saving straw, pacing back and forth but not knowing how to speak.
Bai Song was straightforward: "All my fields and harvests can be used to help you overcome difficulties and prevent the hungry people from going to Chang'an City."
"Bai...Mr. Bai, do you really mean what you say?"
"certainly."
Jiang Yu was so excited that she almost jumped up, but she suppressed her excitement.
Doesn’t he know that there is no such thing as a free lunch?
Bai Song definitely had his purpose.
"Mr. Bai, please make an offer first."
"I don't want money."
"No money?" Jiang Yu was even more vigilant. How could a businessman not want money? Free things must be more expensive!
"I just want Mr. Chiang to use the imperial court as a guarantee to help me issue bank notes."
"Bank notes?!" Jiang Yu was stunned, having never heard of such a thing.
"Sir, do you still remember that the Chen family was defrauded of five thousand taels of silver? And the financial affairs of many wealthy families were stolen before?"
Jiang Yu nodded.
"In the current Tang Dynasty, the currency is too bloated and inconvenient to carry. People's property is often stolen, and wealthy people are restless day and night just to hide money. From now on, our Bai family will promote banknotes. As long as someone keeps their property in Bai
The home is guaranteed and guarded by the Bai family and exchanged into a banknote of equal value. When money is needed, the banknote can be used directly to the Bai family bank to exchange for silver or copper coins. This is the role of the banknote."
The concept of banknotes is relatively simple. After a little explanation, Jiang Yu understood it.
But Jiang Yu soon realized the problem. This matter requires credibility. What if someone else deposits money and your Bai family suddenly runs away? As an individual, you will definitely feel suspicious.
At this time, the court's guarantee comes into play.
The so-called guarantee means that after something happens to the Bai family or they pack up and leave, the court will come forward to provide the Bai family with the answer.
