Nuclear Warlord

Chapter 270 Public Bidding
Five million taels is not a small number, Shangguan Yunfei can't be the master, he has to discuss with the master.

Li Changfeng is not in a hurry, he believes that the Shangguan family will make the right choice.

As a result, the development of the matter was beyond Li Changfeng's expectation, and there was no news from Shangguan's family for several days.

Obviously they were dissatisfied with the technology transfer fee and had other crooked ideas.

As for the specific crooked idea, Li Changfeng didn't care.

His new high-standard steel plant will be put into use soon. As long as the supply of iron ore is sufficient, it will be able to produce rails continuously and be completely self-sufficient.

As for the special materials needed for the production of nuclear weapons, the simultaneous research is, anyway, it is not yet time to use them.

Li Changfeng put his energy on the preparation of the Ministry of Railways.

It has not been formally proposed yet, and related plans have to be made in advance.

In the past few days, the entire elite circle in the capital has become a sensation.

Li Changfeng prepared the Ministry of Railways, and many local officials and garrison troops could get a share, but most of the officials in the capital did not benefit at all.

In addition, they were already dissatisfied with this matter, and their opposition became louder and louder.

Some people even deliberately released rumors to slander Li Changfeng, saying that he promoted this project by himself, just to empty the treasury.

This argument has won the support of many people. The reason is that what Li Changfeng is best at is doing business to make money. Now in the entire capital, except for the eight great families, who is as rich as Li Changfeng?

In the early dynasty, many officials asked Emperor Qianwu to dismiss the matter.

But Emperor Qianwu insisted on not being moved at all, and continued to support the matter under pressure.

Soon, Li Changfeng made relevant plans, and the exploration work of the first phase of the project was over. This day coincided with the Great Court Meeting, so he rushed to Xuanzheng Hall early.

This time he still did not greet Emperor Qianwu.

I am deeply puzzled by his sudden participation in the morning court.

Beginning in the morning, the ministers, as always, continued to request the cancellation of the steam train plan.

"Your Majesty, it just so happens that His Royal Highness the Ninth Prince is here today. Let's discuss this matter carefully. Is it really necessary to spend such a huge amount of money on this project?"

"The cost is too great, such a waste of money, but it will shake the foundation of the country!"

"It's better to use this money for people's livelihood!"

All the ministers spit and spittle, and Emperor Qianwu listened so bored that he almost yawned.

After everyone said they were tired, Emperor Ganwu opened his mouth.

"Changfeng, since you are here today, let me tell you what you think."

Li Changfeng secretly scolded that the father is really an old fox, doesn't this make him offend others?
But he didn't care, the construction of the railway was imperative, so he said directly: "You are the pillars of the country, the father and the emperor's golden words, how can you take back what you said? There is no need to discuss this matter again!"

At this time, Emperor Ganwu naturally stood up for his son, and said coldly: "This matter has been made public to the world, are you going to force me to change the order?"

As soon as this remark came out, the officials were silent.

We have already talked about this point, if we mention it again at this time, we will be deceiving the emperor, and we can only sigh secretly.

With such a large investment, there is really no benefit at all.

Li Changfeng observed the reactions of the ministers for a while, and sneered in his heart.

Want to reap the benefits, right?

Then I will give you a chance to see what else you can say.

He cupped his hands and said: "Father, I have already made preparations for the establishment of the Ministry of Railways in the past few days. I will be the first minister. The old general is also the deputy minister, in charge of railway guards and inspections..."

As soon as this remark came out, the officials were silent.

With the help of Feng Quji and Ye Qingcang, two big bosses, no matter how dissatisfied they were, they did not dare to speak out.

Li Ji had no expression on his face. Anyway, he almost had no hope for the throne.

Li Chengye's face was extremely ugly.

In his opinion, Feng Quji and Ye Qingcang came out to stand for Li Changfeng, which was an extremely dangerous signal, which showed that they had begun to support Li Changfeng.

In the past few years, he had tried countless times to win over the two of them, but he had never received any response.

For the same prince, the difference in treatment is so big that it is difficult for him to accept it.

Emperor Qianwu was a little surprised, and even secretly pleased.

He had known for a long time that Li Changfeng had visited Feng Quji and Ye Qingcang, but he did not expect to persuade them to join the Ministry of Railways. This move fully demonstrated Li Changfeng's ability to win people over.

For an emperor, this is a very important skill for a person.

Great potential!
It is really the best candidate to inherit the Great Reign.

Emperor Qianwu thought to himself.

Li Changfeng continued to introduce the role of the Ministry of Railways as an institution, as well as its relatively independent characteristics. In fact, Emperor Qianwu knew about it a long time ago, mainly for the ministers to hear.

The more the ministers listened, the more frightened they became.

They can't interfere with the Ministry of Railways at all!
It is almost impossible to profit from it.

Unless they go to local officials, or become a local station master.

But they finally entered the core of power, how could they be willing to leave?

Only a small number of courtiers whose families were officials in the local area were secretly happy, thinking that they must find ways to get a share of the pie.

After Li Changfeng's introduction, Emperor Qianwu didn't even bother to ask the courtiers' opinions, and made a decision directly.

"That's it!"

After speaking, he glanced at Feng Quji and Ye Qingcang.

"Both of you are veterans of our Daganzhu Kingdom. Railway construction is related to the national economy and the people's livelihood. You two must do your best."

Feng Quji and Ye Qingcang came out one after another.

"Don't worry, Your Majesty, the old minister obeys His Royal Highness Ninth Prince's orders."

"Don't worry, Your Majesty, I will live up to my trust!"

After the two expressed their views, Emperor Ganwu thought the matter was over and was about to discuss other matters when Li Changfeng spoke again.

"Recently there have been rumors among the people that this prince is engaged in this project to empty the treasury, which really makes me a little sad." Li Changfeng looked aggrieved.

As soon as this remark came out, the officials were silent.

Many of them have secretly contributed to the spread of this rumor.

Feng Quji and Ye Qingcang's expressions were a little ugly.

If Li Changfeng wanted to empty the treasury, wouldn't they be accomplices?
Emperor Ganwu's face darkened slightly: "It's ridiculous!"

Li Changfeng continued: "How can such a large project be completed with the strength of my prince alone? It needs all of you, and even the whole world to build it together."

Speaking of this, Li Changfeng deliberately paused, observing the expressions of the officials, they were all puzzled and curious.

Then, Li Changfeng dropped a bombshell.

"My prince has planned it from the very beginning. The whole project will be divided into several bidding sections, and each bidding section will be handed over to those who are willing and able to do this project in the form of bidding. No matter who it is, The whole process is open and transparent.”

(End of this chapter)