Of course, it may not be that this guy has any vision of a hundred years from now. To be honest, he is just a big businessman who is good at collecting all kinds of information and looking for business opportunities.
Zhang Anshi was a real person and asked directly: "How much money has Ma's Shipping Company prepared for the large-scale entry into Xinzhou?"
It was obvious that Ma Yu had been prepared, and he immediately replied: "Let's test the waters with two to three million taels of silver first. The main purpose is to acquire some mines and set up a few steel workshops. In addition, we also want to invest in some ports.
, build a dock. As for the future, it’s hard to say. If it will be beneficial,
The picture is nothing more than a matter of raising money. Even if it raises hundreds or even tens of millions of taels of silver, it may not be impossible. Ma's Shipping has also prepared hundreds of backbones, ready to enter Xinzhou at any time. In the future, Xinzhou
We can also increase the frequency of ships on the route between China and Daming..."
This is definitely a good thing for Zhang Anshi. Zhang Anshi couldn't help but smile: "If this is the case, then I will welcome it. Mr. Ma, what do you need me to do?"
Ma Yu thought for a while and said: "It's not that your Highness has anything to worry about. I just want to inform His Highness that although this is a small matter for His Highness, it is a big deal for Ma's Shipping Company."
Zhang Anshi said: "Okay, just go ahead and do it, I already know about it."
Someone sent Ma Yu away.
Zhang Anshi stood up and took a few steps.
Zhang San came to change tea for Zhang Anshi and said: "Your Highness..."
Zhang Anshi said: "Go get pen, ink, paper and inkstone."
Zhang San then hurriedly picked up pen and ink. Zhang Anshi pondered, compiled a letter, handed it to Zhang San, and warned: "Send it out tomorrow and send it to Xinzhou."
"Here."
Zhang San looked at Zhang Anshi's expression and then said: "Your Highness, why are you so worried?"
Zhang Anshi said: "The pie in the sky may be falling. This Ma's Shipping Company plans to invest heavily in Xinzhou. With so much manpower, material resources, and wealth, coupled with this official appointment, Xinzhou will probably continue to prosper.
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Zhang San couldn't help but wonder: "Isn't this a good thing?"
"Of course it's a good thing." Zhang Anshi said: "The most important thing is that since Ma Yu has done this, other firms will probably be scrambling to do it first. Many things will be easier to handle if someone takes the lead."
Zhang Sandao: "If it is a good thing, why does Your Highness... seem to be indifferent to food and drink?"
Zhang Anshi glanced at Zhang San and said, "You know what you are doing, go ahead and do your business."
Zhang San smiled and left.
For Zhang Anshi, this is of course a good thing!
But looking at it from another perspective, it may not be entirely a good thing that so many large commercial banks with strong capital have entered Xinzhou in a large scale.
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After all, these large commercial banks have too strong financial resources. Over time, they will inevitably get involved in most industries in New Zealand. The more industries they control, the more likely they will be in trouble.
So after Zhang Anshi thought deeply, he decided to write a letter to Yang Shiqi.
At the same time, he had another idea.
But I still need to report this idea to His Majesty.
At this moment, Zhang San hurried in again and said hurriedly: "Your Highness, Your Highness, someone is coming to the palace, someone is coming."
Zhang Anshi raised his eyebrows and said: "In the palace?"
Zhang Anshi taught people to open the middle door to welcome him, but the person who came was actually Yi Shuha.
This is also a very lively scene.
Yi Shiha has aged a lot over the years. He didn't realize it when he was in the palace, but now under the sunlight, he feels that the white hair on his temples is particularly conspicuous and the corners of his eyes are densely wrinkled.
At this time, Shi Ha said: "Zhang Anshi, the king of Wuhu County, accepted the order."
Zhang Anshi then led his people to bow down.
Yi Shiha said: "I have been entrusted by heaven to carry the emperor, and the edict says: I have inherited the sacred thread of Taizu Gao Emperor, and have been serving Zongzhou. I have fought with great vigor and never slackened off. Since I ascended to the throne, the world has been in a state of change. Therefore, the stability of the country depends on loyalty and bravery.
Dear ministers, help me to serve the country and appease the people. Zhang Anshi, the king of Wuhu County, has made great contributions to the dynasty and has many military exploits.
I have relied on Guan Zhong a lot for his talents. When I was seriously ill, I drafted a decree to confer him the title of King of the Song Dynasty. Now that my dragon body is gradually recovering, and you have no words to say, I will still confer the title of King of Song Dynasty to Zhang Anshi, award him with a gold book, and a gold seal.
He used it to control Xinzhou, named the country Song, granted it 30,000 craftsmen, military households, and civilian households, and ordered it to have hundreds of officials to serve as kings' temples."
After Zhang Anshi heard this, he was full of surprise, but he still thanked him first.
Yi Shiha smiled and said: "Don't worry, there is still more."
Zhang Anshi then obediently bowed down again, pretending to listen carefully.
Yi Shiha said: "Zhang Changsheng, the crown prince of Zhang An, was canonized as the Crown Prince, and Zhang Changnian, the second son, attacked the prince of Wuhu County and conquered Taiping Mansion. I am so proud."
Zhang Anshi stood up hurriedly and couldn't help but said: "Did you tell me to go to Xinzhou?"
Well, this is very important to Zhang Anshi!
Yishiha said with a smile: "Your Majesty said... Of course, this is not an oral instruction, it is just a casual statement."
Zhang Anshi looked at him with burning eyes and said, "Just tell me, don't show off."
Yi Shiha said: "Your Majesty said that Changsheng is getting older and he is the heir apparent. In two years' time, he should take on some responsibilities and go to Xinzhou. Your Highness, don't worry about it. Let your children and grandchildren have their place to be useful. As for
Taiping Mansion
...After all, Changnian is still young. Your Highness, King of Song, usually only takes care of you, and you should also fulfill your responsibilities as a father. You are here to guard him and take care of the affairs of Taiping Mansion. In case... something goes wrong.
What's wrong?"
Zhang Anshi's eyes brightened a little, and he couldn't help but said: "In this way, what Your Majesty means is... to give me the prince and teach me to stay in the capital, right?"
Yishi smiled and nodded: "That's what I mean."
Zhang Anshi sighed: "Your Majesty... you are truly true to your word, which is admirable."
Yi Shiha said cheerfully: "In a few days, on a good and auspicious day, there will be a canonization ceremony. Of course, this is not something that Your Highness, King of Song Dynasty, should worry about. Someone will take care of it. Your Majesty will teach you to behave yourself. The most urgent task at the moment is to cut it off."
The rebel wings are."
Zhang Anshi said: "I have thought about it for a long time. Please go back and tell your Majesty that I have come up with a strategy to completely defeat the thieves, which can just be used to catch all these rebellious officials and traitors."
Seeing that Zhang Anshi was full of confidence, Yi Shiha couldn't help but want to ask, but he felt that it was a bit impolite to ask, so he smiled and said: "Okay, His Majesty is waiting for these words from His Highness King Song."
Immediately, Yi lost his heart and set off back to the palace to resume his life.
But the Wuhu County Prince's Mansion suddenly became lively.
Many people heard the news and came to celebrate like crucian carp crossing the river.
Zhang Anshi, however, did not show up at all. Instead, he summoned Yang Pu, Gao Xiang, Chen Li, Zhu Jin and others overnight, including Deng Jian.
And the last person called was Jie Jin.
There was no expression on Xie Jin's face. He just sat down indifferently and did not say hello to anyone.
Zhang Anshi appeared, and before everyone had time to celebrate, Zhang Anshi sighed with emotion: "I, Zhang Anshi, have never been so favored by the country in all dynasties. Every time I think about this, I can't help but shed tears. I wish I could repay this kindness. This time, Your Majesty is seriously ill."
, but there are still rebellious ministers and traitors causing trouble, which shows that the world is not as peaceful as it appears. As long as there is a gap to exploit, they will come out and try their best to cause trouble."
Zhang Anshi paused and continued: "Because of this, so...this time, we must have a perfect strategy to completely uproot them."
Gao Xiang couldn't help but said: "Your Highness, haven't you already arrested many people?"
Zhang Anshi shook his head and sighed: "There are endless people to arrest. As long as there are people who are resentful, dissatisfied, and want to take advantage of the opportunity to cause trouble, sooner or later, there will be a resurgence. That's why I said that we must uproot the people."
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Zhu Jin laughed, and then said: "I think His Highness already has an idea. We have always been favored by His Highness, and we are here today, so we might as well ask His Highness to come up with this idea."
Zhang Anshi said: "I have an idea, but it's just my humble opinion. That's why I invite everyone to come and take a look and give you some advice."
Everyone said they didn't dare.
At this time, Zhang Anshi had already taken out a copy of the charter.
It's just that this charter is far beyond everyone's imagination, and there is such a thick book.
At this time, it was placed in front of everyone.
Seeing this, almost everyone was sitting upright, probably knowing in their hearts that this was probably not a trivial matter.
He stayed up until dawn.
After everyone's discussion and deletion, everyone left exhausted.
In the evening, everyone who had taken down the value came again and continued to delete.
This goes on for several days.
When Zhang Anshi received the canonization, received the gold seal and the golden volume, he was now considered a serious King of Song Dynasty. Amidst the envy of the whole court, Zhang Anshi did not lose himself, but immediately paid an audience.
Zhu Di, who was sitting firmly on the royal chair, looked at Zhang Anshi with a smile and sized up this guy. To his surprise, he found that Zhang Anshi, who had become the prince, did not seem to be as energetic as he imagined when a happy event happened. On the contrary, he was in high spirits.
Feeling sluggish and looking sleepy.
Then Zhu Di's eyes unconsciously showed a bit of concern, and he couldn't help but said: "Look at you like this, you seem to be even worse than me. Sit down and talk."
Zhang Anshi thanked him and then said truthfully: "I have been working on something all night long these days."
Zhu Di opened his eyes slightly, became interested, and asked, "What's the matter?"
Zhang Anshi said: "I will report a small matter first, and I need your Majesty's permission."
Zhu Di nodded: "Say it."
So Zhang Anshi said: "This matter is indeed a minor matter. It mainly involves Xinzhou. In Xinzhou, a few days ago, Na Ma Yu came to see me..."
Obviously, Zhu Di was quite impressed by this name. He couldn't help but raise his eyes and said, "Ma Yu, the number one scholar?"
Zhang Anshi nodded and said, "That's exactly who he is."
Zhu Di stood up, clasped his hands behind his back, walked a few steps, and then said: "This person is quite a person, but unfortunately... he can't be used by me."
As he said that, he couldn't hide the look of regret on his face.
Zhang Anshi smiled and said, "Isn't it that he pays so many taxes every year just for His Majesty's use?"
After Zhu Di heard this, he was stunned for a moment, then laughed and said: "Haha..."
But then, he seemed to have thought of something, and immediately put on a serious face: "Okay, okay, that's almost it. Money is all about money all day long, keep talking."
Under His Majesty's glare, Zhang Anshi had no choice but to suppress his smile, put on a solemn attitude, and said seriously: "Ma's Shipping Company plans to invest heavily in Xinzhou."
Zhu Di nodded: "This... doesn't seem to be a problem."
Zhang Anshi continued: "I am thinking that after Ma Yu hit this head, I am afraid that many trading companies will enter one after another. Xinzhou was originally a barren land, but now... it has some new atmosphere. It can be said that
After all, we are still alone overseas, and these big trading houses are not fuel-efficient. It would be good if there were big trading houses like Ma Yu all over Xinzhou, but I still have concerns..."
When Zhu Di heard this, he gave Zhang Anshi a meaningful look.
Of course he knew what Zhang Anshi meant. People like Zhu Di could be said to be old and mature, so he immediately said: "Then what are Zhang Qing's plans?"
Zhang Anshi said: "If we prevent them from going, it will be very detrimental to our Xinzhou. But if we restrict them too much, they will inevitably become discouraged. And if we let them go, I am worried that they will control Xinzhou... So...
...I thought of a way."
Zhang Anshi paused and continued: "Then, it's better...well, I have saved a lot of money over the years, and there is also a lot of wasteland and mines in this new continent, which belong to me.
Why not... just use this as a foundation to establish a Xinzhou Investment Promotion Bureau and make investments!"
"If someone wants to contract a mine, China Merchants Group can take a stake. In addition, if someone wants to build a workshop, as long as the business is feasible, China Merchants Group can also take a stake. On the other hand, China Merchants Group still needs to set up a bank and mint coins.
Since the entry of trading firms is inevitable, then simply...Song Prince's Mansion...will become the largest trading firm in Xinzhou."
After hearing this, Zhu Di couldn't help laughing: "Isn't this Qixia Trading Company?"
Zhang Anshi also smiled: "That's what you mean. In addition, in some key transactions, China Merchants Bureau can also make some arrangements to cover all walks of life. What do you think, Your Majesty?"
Zhu Di pondered, and then said: "You are the lord of Xinzhou. You have made up your mind and just do it. Why do you need to report to me?"
Zhang Anshi smiled and said: "What I am thinking is, if the palace also invests in some investment companies, I will give you 20% of the shares. Of course, the Song Palace will take 80% of it no matter what. Don't worry, Your Majesty.
In the future... there will definitely be huge profits, and His Majesty can enjoy 20% of the profits even when he is far away in the capital."
Zhu Di did not reject this at all. He was still aware of Zhang Anshi's ability. This investment was almost equivalent to a huge profit.
As smart as Zhu Di, he obviously understands what Zhang Anshi means. Once the Ming Palace invests, Xinzhou will have huge profits in the future, and this income will inevitably become an important pillar of the palace's internal funds.
At that time, in many matters, Daming will have to provide some conveniences to Xinzhou. After all, Xinzhou is isolated, and many transactions and businesses need to be escorted by Daming. They also need to be protected from Daming.
earned.
Zhu Di was more straightforward. He didn't say much nonsense and said directly: "You can figure out how much silver is needed."
Zhang Anshi said: "I thought about it for a while... Your Majesty is free to do whatever you want. If you have two to three million taels of silver, you can change your business."
"Okay, I'm sure about this." Zhu Di actually agreed. Obviously, for Zhu Di, this amount of money and internal funds can still be easily withdrawn.
A big stone fell to Zhang Anshi's heart, and he immediately said: "As for the second thing, it is no small matter."
Zhu Di sat down, hugged the teacup, and after taking a sip of tea, he also began to sit upright: "Let's talk."
Zhang Anshi said: "Over the years, there have been endless rebellions against the Party. If I think about it carefully, the essence is not that some people are born to want to rebel against the Party. In fact...there is a foundation for rebelling against the Party. As long as this foundation is still there, then you will know it."
There are people who have succeeded one after another. So...I feel that the situation has now reached its peak, and it is time to completely shatter this foundation."
Hearing this, Zhu Di couldn't help but become interested. He looked at Zhang Anshi and said: "Keep talking."
Zhang Anshi said: "As long as one day, the New Deal causes people's interests to suffer losses, some people will have trouble sleeping and eating, and some people will be dissatisfied with the imperial court. They will express their resentment towards the imperial court, either openly or covertly. Your Majesty has cleared the country in recent years.
We have killed a lot of thieves, so why not take advantage of this opportunity to spread this new policy throughout the world."
Zhu Di became more interested. He stared at Zhang Anshi with a pair of tiger eyes and continued: "How to spread out such a big stall..."
Zhang Anshi said: "It can no longer be the breeze and drizzle like before. It's time to strike hard. I have already drafted a detailed charter, from education, to railways, to cultivated land, and even commerce, imperial examinations, etc."
etc., have made some detailed suggestions, the most important of which is to build the railway first..."
Zhu Di frowned and said unexpectedly: "Railway? When I was in the Jiangxi Chief Envoy..."
Zhang Anshidao: "This time is different. This time...it is to focus on the railway. I suggest...to set up a Ministry of Railways. Under this Ministry of Railways, there are inspection, school, supervision and other departments to monitor the railway lines."
, carry out management, station troops and horses, establish inspections, and even set up judges, caretakers and other positions..."
After hearing this, Zhu Di seemed to notice something different, and immediately said: "Where is your charter, let me take a look."
Zhang Anshi immediately took out a copy of the charter: "This is just a general chapter, which can be regarded as an outline. There are also many detailed rules and hundreds of thousands of words. I will sort them out in a few days and then submit them to Your Majesty."
Zhu Di nodded, and then took a closer look. Soon, Zhu Di understood.
Zhang Anshi did not want to build the railway, but to establish a super organization focusing on railway business and surrounding the railway.
Not only does it have specialized road protection troops, but it also has its own yamen for trial, special inspections and security, its own finances, and its own yamen for engineering and dispatching.
This is equivalent to directly establishing a three-department agency along the railway that is completely independent of the provinces. In this process, the previous powers of the Chief Envoy Department, the Inspector General Department and the General Command Department along the railway were directly deprived.
The look on Zhu Di's face became more serious. He couldn't help but look up at Zhang Anshi and said, "Come, tell me in detail."