A few days later, Su Jin left Beijing with Liang Shi, the head of the Salt and Iron Department of the Third Department, Gao Ruona, the newly appointed deputy envoy for economic strategy and pacification of the Northwest Fourth Road, and dozens of others.
In the Indian summer of March, the fresh green suddenly appeared, and the clear water was slightly turbulent. Although it was a pleasant scene, for some reason, Su Jin's heart was always filled with a feeling of congestion that could not be calmed down for a long time.
The news of Su Jin's promotion had already spread to the northwest. The Su family was naturally overjoyed. Even the civil and military officials from the four northwest prefectures gathered in Qinzhou to welcome Su Jin's return. Even Zhao Zhen and himself seemed to be at odds with each other.
Although she was worried, Su Jin still planted the seeds of caution in her heart.
Regardless of how it is promoted, it is always a good thing. Su Jin did not want to spoil the scenery, so he held a banquet in Qinzhou to entertain the officials who came to congratulate him. Of course, some sensitive officials saw Gao Ruona who followed Su Jin and learned his identity.
Sometimes, I still vaguely notice something.
After the banquet, Su Jin took care of several urgent matters and took Li Chong, Pan Jiang, Wei Songhe and other confidants to sit down and drink tea. Su Jin did not hide anything and told Li Chong and others everything that happened in the capital.
, of course, it is still difficult to disclose the inside story about Xia Song and others forging letters to frame Fu Bi and Shi Jie. Although the imperial newspaper has arrived at the state capitals, everyone still knows very little about the details. When Su Jindao came, they were even more sighing.
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Li Chong sighed: "It is unimaginable that Fan Shuai and Han Shuai ended up like this. However, I privately believe that the theory of forming a party is far-fetched. It seems a bit inappropriate to use this as an excuse to belittle a few adults."
Wei Songhe said: "But the article written by Uncle Ou Yong
Wei Songhe said: "The tax money from Qin, Feng, Jingyuan and Yuan Roads cannot guarantee the expenses of Yanhuan and Qing Roads. Maybe we will be dragged out without food. The emperor really thinks highly of us, and he actually spends a dime. This is unprecedented in ancient times and modern times."
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Su Jindao: "Let's not talk about it anymore. The matter has come to this, and there is no point in complaining. It seems that we are going to open up more ways to make money. That's what I think. Isn't it true that private businessmen are still on the border on our border? Under the current situation, I
It seems that we can be a little more liberal and allow private traders to enter and exit, but they have to charge their customs duties; Xia State is short of everything now, and things used to be sold at high prices. The merchants will not lose money, and we can also make a lot of money; in addition,
I would like to invite you to visit the major state capitals in the south and persuade some merchants to come to our northwest to do business, so that we can make a fortune in business taxes. In short, we must find ways to solve the problem of feeding hundreds of thousands of people.
?Shouldn’t be too difficult.”
Li Chong frowned and said: "The border is open for merchants to enter and exit, but it violates the terms of the peace agreement between the two countries. Isn't this inappropriate?"
Su Jin smiled and said: "What's inappropriate? Businessmen come in and out secretly. Can we keep an eye on them every day?"
Pan Jiangdao: "Didn't your Excellency say that it would raise tigers?"
Su Jindao: "Control the quantity, control the types of goods, mainly consumable materials such as grain, cloth, tea, etc., and nothing else is allowed. In addition, merchants are not allowed to bring back Xia's goods for sale. We only sell but not buy, so that Li Yuanhao's
Mountains of green salt are piled up and furs are used as weeds. How can they stand a chance if they don’t have money? In short, don’t be afraid. Trade between the two countries will resume sooner or later. Let’s take this opportunity to get some benefits, and all the money will be used in the construction of the northwest.
We haven’t put a penny in our pockets; are we going to starve to death while watching our money?”
Everyone nodded and said, "It makes sense, so I will do as you ask."
Su Jin winked and said: "Private business taxation matters must be carried out secretly. Don't let Gao Ruona, who is following us, know about it. The brothers who collect taxes must be reliable, and don't make mistakes, lest someone complain to the emperor."
Pan Jiang smiled and said: "It's all about my humble position. This is our Jingyuan Road defense range, so don't worry."