Luo Youdu said pointedly: "Do you have any ideas about the pagoda?"
Yu Hao hurriedly said: "The King of Jiaodong's request is to build a pagoda that is the tallest in Dayu. It is best to be surprising and awe-inspiring. My idea is to build a thirteen-story wooden pagoda in the White Horse Temple without a single pillar."
Iron nails, pure wood construction.”
Even if Luo Youdu knew that Yu Hao actually built a thirteen-story wooden pagoda in history, he couldn't help but click his tongue and asked, "How high is it estimated to be?"
Yu Hao said: "The initial estimate is three hundred and fifty feet."
Luo Youdu did some mental calculations, and found that a foot in this era was about 31 centimeters in later generations, 108 meters, and a 100-meter-high tower!
In an era when there were no steel bars, cement, or various equipment, it was unbelievable to think about building a 100-meter-high tower made of pure wood.
Luo Youdu was inexplicably jealous. This was Qian Hongchu's life as a god. Unlike his frugal life, he donated a tall tower as soon as he made a move, and also wanted the unique and best tower in the world.
This guy's identity is the King of Jiaodong, Kaifu Yitong Sansi, Taishi, Shangshu Ling and Zhongshu Ling. He has received the five highest-level salaries. In addition to these, he has additional income in Hangzhou.
What is Hangzhou most famous for? Of course it’s tea!
Like state-owned salt and iron, tea was the best-selling commodity in Wuyue and was also controlled by the Wuyue court. However, in the early days of returning to Yu, Qian Hongchu privatized tea and sold the largest and best West Lake tea garden to himself
My brother-in-law. Because tea is not a state-owned industry in Dayu, anyone who has the conditions can grow it on his own. The fertilizer does not flow to other people's fields. It is better to give it to his brother-in-law than to others.
Tea sells well in the east, west, north and south, and there is no need to worry about sales. Every day he makes money, and Qian Hongchu gets a large amount of dividends every year.
There is no wealth list in this era, but Luo Youdu can be sure that Qian Hongchu's family wealth is not only in the top three, but at least in the top five. It is not an exaggeration to say that the family's wealth is so great that it can rival the country.
You have to find a way to get him to take out some.
His mind was turning, but he also had a plan, and said with a smile: "The name of this first tower cannot be given to King Jiaodong. I also deliberately built a high-rise building in a selected location to house the meritorious ministers and heroic athletes of my Dayu court.
The portrait is as good as the Qilin Pavilion in the Han Dynasty, the Yuntai Pavilion in the Han Dynasty, or the Lingyan Pavilion in the Tang Dynasty. It is up to you to design and supervise the work. As for the King of Jiaodong's request, I will refuse it for you."
Luo Youdu did not reject Qian Hongchu's belief in Buddhism, but he did not want Buddhism to become bigger again.
The White Horse Temple in Luoyang is already famous enough. As a scenic spot in Luoyang, it is inevitable to rebuild the White Horse Temple. But because of the tower that is the best in the world, Buddhism has not completely stolen the limelight?
Yu Hao naturally understood the importance between Luo Youdu and Qian Hongchu, and agreed without hesitation.
After meeting with Han Tong, Wu Tingzuo and Yu Hao, Luo Youdu had time to visit his Luoyang Palace.
Seeing the Imperial Guard bringing the BMW, Luo Youdu immediately felt a different feeling.
In the Bianjing Palace, you have to use your legs to come and go, but in the Luoyang Palace, you need to ride a horse. The difference cannot be justified.
Not only women like big things, but men too.
After getting on the horse, Luo Youdu suddenly thought of something. Luoyang Palace is so vast, wouldn't it be very inconvenient for Dou Yi to go to court?
Are there still some people in this temple who need special care?
"I have given you an oral order, Mr. Dou, and the Wei Taiwei can ride into the palace on horseback in a sedan chair."
He thought for a moment and added, "You can also ride a donkey!"
Dou Yi, the nickname of Prime Minister who rides on a donkey, has spread throughout the world.
Wei Taiwei was naturally Wei Renpu. When dealing with the Yellow River floods, this experienced veteran was overdrafted and could no longer bear the heavy responsibility of prime minister. However, Luo Youdu still relied on him for his intelligence and insight, and he would be invited to the palace from time to time to discuss countermeasures.
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As for people like Zhao Pu and Lu Duoxun, let them walk more and exercise their power. When they really can't walk anymore, give them this right.
On the second day, Luo Youdu met Qian Hongchu at Yongjing Hall.
Qian Hongchu saluted Luo Youdu with a red face.
Luo Youdu smiled and said: "The King of Jiaodong just doesn't listen to the advice. You and I are close friends, so how can we be so polite in private? You are the first guest of Yongjing Palace. Let's see how this Yongjing Palace is?"
There are three main halls and one small hall in the atrium of Luoyang Palace, namely the three main halls of Qianyuan, Taihe, Rende and Yongjing.
Among them, the most central and most luxurious one is the Qianyuan Hall, which is where great court gatherings and major celebrations are held, such as the conferment of the crown prince. The Taihe Hall is where ordinary court gatherings are held, and the Rende Hall is where Luo Youdu usually works. Yesterday, he was summoned
Han Tong, Wu Tingzuo, and Yu Hao were here. As for the Yongjing Hall, it was similar to the Wende Hall in Kaifeng. It was a place to rest when tired.
Rende Hall is a place for business, while Yongjing Hall is a place for rest. Only those who are close to and valued can have the honor to receive invitations.
Qian Hongchu was also an insider, so he naturally knew this unwritten rule. He felt very honored and smiled broadly. He was once again glad that he had chosen to accept his native land and surrender: Otherwise, how could he have been treated like this?
Not only today, but also at every banquet, Qian Hongchu was at the head of the table. That kind of gratitude was even more honorable.
Qian Hongchu looked around and said: "Simple and generous, simple and thick." He said words of praise, but he felt a little shabby in his heart. But compared to the shabby Wende Hall, at least this place is new. He has a kind of
I lament that it seems that the emperor in front of me is not as good as myself.
Luo Youdu said nonchalantly: "To put it bluntly, it's crude. This court spends money everywhere. As an emperor, I am really not as comfortable as you."
Qian Hongchu couldn't help but flatter him and said: "Your Majesty cares about the world and treats the people generously and thriftily. Yao and Shun in ancient times were nothing more than this."
Luo Youdu said: "That's because we are really short of money. Who doesn't want to live a good life?" He waved his hand and said: "I won't say anything anymore. I called King Jiaodong here today mainly because of Yu Hao's affairs. Hear what he said, what do you want?
Build a hundred-foot-tall pagoda for White Horse Temple?”
Qian Hongchu did not dare to hesitate and said: "It is indeed true. Your Majesty came to Luoyang a few days ago and went to the White Horse Temple to have a look. It is a pity that such an ancient temple was destroyed by the war. I discussed Buddhism with Master Lingguang and was deeply touched.
, so I came up with this idea.”
Qian Hongchu was a devout Buddhist believer. When he was king of Wuyue, he once proudly claimed that "whenever he has spare time, he keeps reciting Shi's books and hand-writing Shi's classics". He ruled the two countries
During the Zhejiang period, due to the war in the Central Plains and the burning of Buddhist classics, envoys were sent to Goryeo and Japan to search for Buddhist classics. Lingyin Temple was rebuilt in the capital Hangzhou, Yongming Zen Temple was founded, Liuhe Pagoda, Baochu Pagoda and Leifeng Pagoda were built.
etc., they also built Yanxia Cave, Ciyunling, Tianlong Temple, Feilaifeng and several other grotto statues that are rare in the south.
Wu Yue asked Qian Hongchu to build a Buddhist country in the south of the Yangtze River...
Luo Youdu nodded and said: "I plan to build a high-rise building to commemorate the heroes. Those who have made great contributions to the imperial court are all represented in it. I have already thought of the name. It is called Chonghua Pavilion. I am afraid that Yu Hao will not be able to get out of his way. Today is going to happen.
When you come, I also want to say something to you."
Qian Hongchu was full of doubts. It was enough to send someone to inform him about this kind of matter. Why call him for an interview? He responded without hesitation: "Your Majesty's matters are important, and I am not in a hurry."
He was a little uninterested as he spoke. At this point, he had no other requests.
Once you have status, your wealth is just a number, not worth talking about, and all you want is a name.
Why should we donate a pagoda that is the best in the world at White Horse Temple?
Of course it is because Qian Hongchu is indeed a Buddhist believer, but more importantly, it is because he is famous and shows off his wealth.
With the rise of Luoyang's political status, the White Horse Temple, an ancient temple built during the Yongping period of the Eastern Han Dynasty, is destined to be more than ordinary. It goes without saying what it will be like if there is a pagoda that is the best in the world.
By then, Qian Hongchu's reputation will inevitably rise.
But no matter how famous he is, can he compare to the eleven heroes of Qilin Pavilion? The twenty-eight generals of Yuntai Pavilion? The twenty-four heroes of Lingyan Pavilion?
Suddenly Qian Hongchu felt that the first tower was not fragrant.
Luo Youdu continued: "This new high-rise building I built is slightly different from Qilin Pavilion and Lingyan Pavilion. Qilin Pavilion and Lingyan Pavilion are only for commending outstanding achievements in civil and martial arts, but my Chonghua Pavilion is different. Except for the top three floors of commendation
In addition to outstanding achievements in both civil and military affairs, the remaining levels will also honor people who have made special contributions to the world. For example, Li Yu, who led the literary world, Chu Yan, the master of magic, Monk Huai Bing, the pioneer of mechanics, and various inventions from state-owned universities.
Inventors of new and novel things, such as Zhang Sixun who invented the water transport phenomenon. Even businessmen who opened up overseas markets for my court may become guests in Chonghua Pavilion."
When Qian Hongchu heard this, he was immediately excited. Even so, would he also have a chance to join the cabinet?
"Your Majesty? Then you are looking at me, right?"
Qian Hongchu's eyes were shining with a bit of expectation.
Luo Youdu said with a slight hesitation: "The King of Jiaodong accepted the land and surrendered. If it weren't for the Qian family's hundreds of years of savings, I would not have the money or food to conquer the Southern Han Dynasty. This achievement is not small, but it is not that I have no chance..."
As he spoke, he waved his hand casually and said, "If you don't say this, I haven't even written a word yet. The treasury is empty now, the Western Region is not stable, and I don't know when it will be completed."
Qian Hongchu observed his words and understood everything in an instant, and said: "Your Majesty has devoted all his efforts to the world, but I have insufficient talents and cannot help your Majesty to solve your problems. I can only contribute a little money and silk to do my little bit."
On the same day, cartloads of money and silk were transported into Luoyang Palace.
This "a little money and silk" is indeed a little...
Luo Youdu looked at the carts of money and felt that there were many people who were more popular than others. As an emperor, he envied Li Yu for visiting a brothel without spending any money. Now he also began to envy Qian Hongchu for his endless money...
Looking at the attendants who were busy going up and down, Luo Youdu slapped his head fiercely, how stupid!
There is obviously a way to steal the money, why do you still need to ask for it?
A few years ago, he had thought about promoting paper money, but the influence of the Dayu court at that time was insufficient. Now that the Khitan has been destroyed, it has also taken over the Goryeo and Japanese countries. At the time when its influence and credibility are at its peak, it is completely possible to launch paper money.
Banks promote paper money…
He actually forgot about this business of robbing money...