Five years of county magistrate, 100 million catties of grain shocked Li Shimin

Chapter 81 Indulging His Corruption in Front of Li Shimin
"Emphasis on imperial examinations: The imperial court must try its best to promote it in every state, every county, and every village, and let people all over the world know that the imperial court attaches great importance to imperial examinations. If possible, provide every student who participates in the imperial examinations with money to go to the finals in the imperial capital."

"Attention, we must ensure the fairness and justice of the imperial examination. We cannot let the imperial examination become a tool for some people to operate in the dark. It is a taboo to know the examination questions in advance before the examination begins."

"Make good use of resumes: Talents selected by the imperial examination, or officials who are preparing to take office in a certain place, let them fill in their personal resumes, store them in their file bags, and use them as standards for future assessment. If there is a huge difference between the performance and resume goals during the official period, they will not be promoted. .”

Fang Yuan pondered for a moment, and slowly expressed his humble opinion.

It's just impromptu, not a well-thought-out plan, just a chat after dinner.

"Been taught a lesson!"

"After I go back, I will definitely meet His Majesty and tell you!"

Li Shimin listened and pondered for a moment before speaking.

In fact, he also thought about attaching importance to the imperial examination, but many ministers advised against it.

Considering that the imperial examination for the continuation of the Sui Dynasty would be said to be worthless in the Tang Dynasty, it has not been paid much attention to.

Hearing what Fang Yuan said now, after he decides to go back, he must try his best to overcome all opinions, attach importance to the imperial examination, and put forward his personal resume.

And not only the talents selected by the imperial examination, but also officials from all over the world, no matter how big or small, should also fill out a personal resume.

In this way, not only can you know what they did before, but also what they want to do in the future.

"Hahaha"

"If there is a reward, don't forget about me."

Fang Yuan was taken aback for a moment, then laughed.

"Of course not."

"By the way, this time I came here, and I brought you a fine salt bonus."

Li Shimin shook his head and smiled.

Regarding Fang Yuan's betrayal of an official, he no longer pursued it.

As Fang Yuan said, he only has the right to make suggestions, and his personal resume is a good thing. According to Fang Yuan's operation, the officials selected are indeed better than those selected by the court.

As he spoke, he winked at the middle-aged man behind him, who immediately stepped back and went out of the Governor's Mansion to carry things.

After a while, I saw the other party come in carrying a big box, no smaller than Sun Taihe's two.

When the box was placed on the ground, there was a loud bang, Fang Yuan couldn't help but look at this young guard with admiration.

"This is the first time I have earned dividends from selling fine salt, a total of sixty guan."

Li Shimin laughed.

The court's fine salt is not only sold by the court.

There are also some ministers in the court who also share a part of it to sell.

The way of operation is like the royal family is the developer, the imperial court is the first-level agent, and the minister is also the first-level agent, so the money comes quickly, and there is no need to wait for sales from various places to return.

"Thank you Boss Li."

Fang Yuan smiled happily.

Order someone to move the box down.

Two state officials came and struggled to move the box down.

"Inspector Fang, the next time I come, it may be in the next year."

"For the money issue, there will be a second batch after the next year. After all, the return is slow and the transportation is also troublesome."

Li Shimin said.

This time, I also have the idea of ​​relaxing before the war.

After returning, Shuofang should have already taken it, and the attack on East Turkistan should be put on the agenda.

At that time, it will not be as leisurely as it is now, and you must always keep an eye on the things on the battlefield to ensure that there is no problem in the battle situation.

It is a matter of national war, and I dare not neglect it.

"I understand."

Fang Yuan nodded.

He has dealt with many commercial firms for a long time, and knows that it will take time to return.

It was already beyond Fang Yuan's expectation to get sixty guan dividends so quickly.

"Fang Inspector is refreshing!"

Li Shimin said with satisfaction.

There is no need to explain so much, mutual trust is good.

When we come back next time, we will show our identity and see Fang Yuan's reaction.

At that time, it should be shocking, unbelievable, shouting, etc. It must be very interesting, right?
"Boss Li, I have an idea, let me tell you about it?"

Fang Yuan tasted two sips of tea slowly, then said suddenly.

"what idea?"

Li Shimin asked curiously.

Princess Xiangcheng also looked at Fang Yuan curiously.

But at this moment, she couldn't hold back anymore, her long legs were clamped tightly.

"Do you know how much the usual money is?"

Fang Yuan asked.

"I don't know."

The father and daughter looked at each other, shook their heads and said.

The two of them have never touched copper coins, so they don't know how heavy they are.

"8 pounds!"

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

"and then?"

Li Shimin blinked and asked in confusion.

He didn't understand why Fang Yuan asked this.

"One guan is 8 catties, the 60 guan you just brought in is 480 catties!"

"It's a little far away, and the roads are not easy to walk. It's very inconvenient to carry a mere 60 guan."

Fang Yuan continued.

"really!"

Li Shimin nodded in agreement.

He also felt that a little more money would not be easy to transport.

Only 60 guan, it took a lot of effort to bring it.

But he still didn't know what Fang Yuan wanted to express.

"Now Liaozhou has gathered ten commercial firms and opened more than ten factories. There will definitely be more in the future."

"This kind of copper coins greatly affects the transactions between each other, which is not conducive to the development of Liaozhou, and is not conducive to the future economic development of Datang."

"I thought, if a banknote can be made at this time, which is equivalent to the value of copper coins, is it easy to carry, is it easy to trade, and will it accelerate economic development?"

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

He has long had the idea of ​​making paper money.

But the timing was premature and there was no official backing.

Private banknotes are not bad, but the risk is relatively high.

"Paper money?!"

Li Shimin said in surprise.

He was shocked, shocked by Fang Yuan's unrestrained imagination.

How did you come up with all this, and you can even think of paper money instead of copper coins?

"Yes, paper money!"

"At that time, there will be a bank to facilitate the exchange of banknotes and copper coins."

Fang Yuan looked deeply at Li Daye, said in a deep voice.

The idea of ​​banknotes and banknotes is a product of the development of the times.

When the germination of capital occurs, copper coins are destined to be unable to satisfy transactions between people.

"Inspector Fang, I have to admire your thinking."

"But banknotes are a big deal, and I advise you to think carefully."

Li Shimin was shocked in his heart, and said in a deep voice.

From Fang Yuan's words, he already knew that banknotes are easy to carry.

But it is about the lifeline of the imperial court's money, and it is impossible to make a decision in a few words.

"That's why I told you that I hope you can speak to the emperor."

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

"Do you have anything to convince the emperor?"

Li Shimin wanted to refuse.

But seeing Fang Yuan's eyes, he changed the way of saying it.

"First, people's portraits are printed on banknotes. They can be emperors, emperors, etc. They must be people with glorious images. With the promotion and use of banknotes, people will remember them, and it is not an exaggeration to have a long history. .”

"Secondly, paper money does not replace copper money, but an additional way of using it. It is called Datang Baochao. People can use copper money if they want to use copper money, and use paper money if they want to use paper money. Exchange at equal value without interfering with each other."

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

"Can I really live a long history?"

Li Shimin was so excited that he almost revealed his identity.

Only he himself knows how much he wants to live forever.

He was unwilling to mention the stain of Xuanwumen in his life, so he wanted to make more achievements to cover it up.

He hopes that when the descendants of future generations mention him, they will be full of admiration in their hearts, instead of thinking about the change of Xuanwu Gate.

If the banknotes mentioned by Fang Yuan can print people's portraits, even if he is a hundred years later, as long as the banknotes are still used, then he will still be remembered by people.

This is countless times better than doing countless policies that benefit the country and the people!
"nature!"

"History books will record a strong stroke!"

"Because banknotes are greater than copper coins, they accelerate the economic development of the times and facilitate people's livelihood!"

Fang Yuan said solemnly.

"What do you need me to do?"

Li Shimin's breathing became short of breath.

He imagined the place of paper money in history.

In the next few thousand years, mankind should remember him as the Emperor.

The introduction of banknotes accelerated economic development and facilitated people's livelihood.

I am afraid that the pacification of Eastern Turks will not have such a far-reaching impact as the introduction of banknotes.

"First, ask the emperor to allow me to set up a banknote bureau and provide the portraits on the banknotes."

"Second, ask the emperor to give me the privilege to print, distribute, etc. alone, so as to prevent problems such as counterfeiting and imitation."

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

The emergence of the Treasure Banknote Bureau will affect the interests of countless people.

At that time, not only the aristocratic family, but also the princes and generals will probably stare at him.

Only by determining the orthodox position, controlling the core technology of paper money, and cracking down on counterfeit money can the risk be reduced.

Of course, Fang Yuan will not promote it all over the country at once, but start from Liaozhou City, and gradually lead it out from major commercial firms.

"no problem!"

"But I also have one condition."

Li Shimin pondered for a long time before opening his mouth slowly.

"Please say."

Fang Yuan was not surprised, said in a deep voice.

"The emperor has the right to view all information."

"And only the Liaozhou City family is allowed to be in your charge."

"Afterwards, treasure bank notes bureaus will be opened anywhere, and the household department will be in charge."

Li Shimin said solemnly.

Although he was excited, he was still awake.

Important things have to be controlled by the court and cannot be released too much.

"can!"

"But the technology is not public!"

"And I charge [-]% of the profit every year!"

Fang Yuan has no opinion.

He never thought of controlling the treasure banknote bureau across the country.

In this era, he is just a governor.

Before he became a giant crocodile, he would be dealt with if he was too greedy.

"Is there still profit?"

Li Shimin was surprised again.

"nature."

"You'll know then."

Fang Yuan laughed.

Printing money is one thing, but also providing loans to collect interest and so on.

It is equivalent to the banks of later generations, how could there be no profit?
"it is good!"

"Then I'll wait and see!"

"The next time I come, it's time to bring you the imperial decree and human head portrait!"

Li Shimin was very excited.

At the same time, I look forward to the next time I come.

At that time, he gave Fang Yuan his avatar and told him that he was the emperor.

Hahaha. Fang Yuan's expression will be very interesting then, right?

"Very good!"

Fang Yuan has no opinion.

He also knows that there are many things going on in the court.

There will be no problem in alienating Shuofang, but there are still risks in attacking East Turks.

Although the history records that the Eastern Turks were wiped out, there will be great changes in the blink of an eye.

The imperial court didn't know the historical records, so they could understand how cautious they were.

"That. Governor Fang, is there a toilet?"

Princess Xiangcheng finally couldn't bear it anymore and interrupted.

Just like last time, I never went to the toilet after passing the station.

Arriving at Fang Yuan's place, the tea was so delicious that he couldn't help but drink more again.

"Yes, I will have someone take you there."

Fang Yuan nodded, and waved to the state officials in the distance.

"Thank you."

Princess Xiangcheng got up.

Seeing that the state official who led the way looked ordinary, he felt a little lost, thinking that Fang Yuan was the one who led the way last time.

When Princess Xiangcheng came back, Zhang San just came back from outside.

"Zhou Zun, the cement plant is ready, and the paving will start at any time."

Reported by Zhang San.

Today is the time for the cement factory in the west of the city to pave the way to the factories in the south of the city.

"Okay, prepare the car!"

Fang Yuan got up immediately and said excitedly.

After a long time of preparation, the cement road can finally be paved.

Zhang San should be, and then quickly left to prepare for the assassin's carriage.

"Pave concrete roads?"

Li Shimin also stood up and asked.

"Yes, is Boss Li together?"

Fang Yuan made an invitation.

"Please lead the way!"

Li Shimin said excitedly immediately.

The cement road he had been thinking about was finally visible.

There is also the nine-storey Star Observation Building of the Mohist Academy, I don't know if it has been repaired, Fang Yuan still owes him to take a look inside.

"Please!"

Fang Yuan laughed.

Go to the door first.

As soon as he left the door, Li Shimin remembered the unpleasant things that happened before entering the door.

"Fang Inspector, just now you two guards have to charge money to report."

Li Shimin opened his eyes coldly and said in a deep voice.

When the two state officials heard this, they were startled and looked at Fang Yuan embarrassingly.

"What are you still doing in a daze, return the money back."

"I can see clearly, these are distinguished guests."

Fang Yuan glared at the two state officials, and scolded.

"Yes Yes."

"My lord atones for my sins, but a villain has eyes but doesn't know Mount Tai, please forgive me."

The gatekeeper state official quickly took out ten copper coins and returned them.

"That's it?"

"Don't deal with it?"

Li Shimin took the ten copper coins and frowned.

How could such a bad situation not be dealt with seriously?

If you dare to take money from the rich and powerful, how about dealing with ordinary people?

"They see that you are dressed gorgeously, and they only want the money if you don't lack that little money. Don't take it to heart."

Fang Yuan waved his hand and said disapprovingly.

With that said, the man had already walked to the prepared carriage, ready to get on the carriage.

"What do you mean?"

Li Shimin stood where he was, and said with a straight face.

He didn't understand why Fang Yuan treated this matter lightly.

This matter is obviously very serious, and it concerns the cleanliness of the entire governor's office.

If the higher-ups pamper the lower-level, then the lower-level will be insatiable, which will eventually affect the entire governor's mansion.

It's like a rat droppings ruining the whole pot of porridge.

"Get in the carriage first, and talk while walking."

Fang Yuan shook his head, beckoning to him.

"it is good."

Li Shimin was silent for a moment before answering with a straight face.

As he said, he walked towards Fang Yuan's special chariot for the governor.

Princess Xiangcheng looked at her carriage, then at Li Shimin, and followed her.

The governor's special carriage is big enough to accommodate three people.

Inside the carriage, three people sat in a triangle.

The carriage set off.

"What does Boss Li think is the purpose of being an official?"

Fang Yuan asked with a smile.

"Get promoted and get rich, benefit one party!"

Li Shimin said without thinking.

He also served as an official of Emperor Sui Yang, so he understands this.

"That's right, it's about getting promoted and getting rich, but can everyone get promoted?"

"There is only one governor of Liaozhou, only three county magistrates, and more than 600 state officials and government servants. Many of them remain state officials and government servants throughout their lives."

"So, the only way they can go is to get rich."

Fang Yuan said slowly.

But before he finished speaking, he was interrupted by Li Shimin.

"Having said that, it is not an excuse for their corruption."

Li Shimin said solemnly.

The state official notified that he wanted to collect money, which he classified as corruption.

"It's really not a reason."

"But does Boss Li know that the official is based in Liaozhou, and what is he relying on?"

Fang Yuan smiled lightly.

"Depend on what?"

Li Shimin's tone became a little better.

He generally knew that Fang Yuan's life in Liaozhou was not easy.

The former three governors of Liaozhou died strangely, but he was angry but had no choice.

Knowing that it is those aristocratic families, but the problem is that there is no evidence, and they can't solve it even if they want to.

"Rely on them to work hard for this official, and move forward bravely!"

"I can't allow them to be promoted, they must get rich, right?"

Fang Yuan laughed.

After recruiting [-] state officials and [-] security guards, Fang Yuan gave them full benefits.

People died for money, and birds died for food. Because they were given enough money, they went forward bravely in every mission, which made Fang Yuan successfully gain a foothold in Liaozhou.

"Then you can't be corrupt, right?"

"How can the people at the bottom bear their trample?"

Li Shimin can understand Fang Yuan's difficulties.

But he still felt that Fang Yuan could not condone his subordinates' corruption.

"Hahaha Boss Li doesn't know something."

"The official condoning their corruption is targeting rich people like you, not reaching out to the common people."

"You people probably won't feel heartbroken if you lose ten coins, but the common people can't. Ten coins may be their half-life savings. This official has strictly prohibited it."

Fang Yuan laughed.

"really?"

Li Shimin frowned.

It would be acceptable if it was only aimed at the rich.

According to Fang Yuan's situation, it is not easy for him in Liaozhou, it is understandable for his opponent to indulge a little.

"That's natural. The governor's mansion is free to inquire."

Fang Yuan laughed.

Li Shimin was silent, frowning.

Not long after, the carriage stopped and arrived at the cement factory.

(End of this chapter)