Nuclear Warlord

Chapter 464 To get rich, build roads first

The road conditions in Daqian are really bad.

Except for the new city he built and the White Stone City, the rest of the city was filled with dirt roads and potholes everywhere.

Once it rains, it's a nightmare.

Li Changfeng had the idea of ​​building a Daqian highway network a long time ago, but at that time the matter was shelved because the country had no money and was advancing railway and hydropower projects.

Nowadays, Daqian has received a large amount of money and various materials due to the two wars. In addition, the economy has grown at an explosive rate in recent years, and Daqian's tax revenue has also skyrocketed. The money in the national treasury is enough to support this project.

So, it's time to move forward.

With such road conditions, Li Changfeng lost interest in continuing the drive.

After returning to the city, Chunni wanted to learn to drive. Li Changfeng gave her a brief introduction, handed the car to her and rode a motorcycle to the palace.

Emperor Qianwu was very happy to see Li Changfeng.

"What, has the armored vehicle been built?"

Although he is getting older and older, seeing that Da Qian is getting stronger and stronger, Emperor Qian Wu's spirit is getting better and better, but there are some gray hairs on the temples, and time is not forgiving.

He has received a luxury car specially built for him by Li Changfeng. It can be said that it is impeccable in terms of appearance and interior, far surpassing the dragon chariot made by the emperor.

It's so comfortable.

The most important thing is that after these days of experience, he has a deeper understanding of the huge role that cars can play in the army, and he is even more eager for armored vehicles and tanks.

As an ambitious emperor who conquered the world on horseback, Emperor Qianwu was very obsessed with weapons and equipment.

Qin Yu said helplessly: "Father, do you think armored vehicles are so easy to build? Mass production of automobiles has not yet been achieved, so don't even think about it. It is impossible to build it well in a while."

Fortunately, Emperor Qianwu's obsession with weapons and equipment has not reached the point of losing his mind. He smiled and said: "It is true that I am a little anxious. You can build it at your own pace. I won't rush you anymore."

"Father is wise!"

Li Changfeng gave him a thumbs up and flattered him neither lightly nor heavily.

Emperor Qianwu laughed and scolded: "You brat, when did you do this? Tell me, why do you come to me? You brat doesn't go to the Three Treasures Hall for anything."

"There is indeed something."

Li Changfeng nodded and said seriously: "Father, I want to build the Daqian Highway Network!"

Emperor Qianwu was slightly startled and couldn't help but think of the Daqian Railway Network, which was still under construction in full swing.

When Li Changfeng first proposed this idea while pointing to the Daqian map, his ambition shocked everyone.

Now that he heard about the road network, Emperor Qianwu instinctively felt that it was not simple.

"Let's talk about it. By the way, do you want a map?"

"I don't want the map anymore."

Li Changfeng shook his head and talked eloquently: "Before we talk about the Daqian highway network, we must first talk about the highways. They use clay stones to ram the roadbed, sand and gravel asphalt to pave the road, and the road shoulders are protected with concrete."

Emperor Qianwu nodded: "I know this. The new city you built was paved in this way, and the cost is not low."

"It is indeed not low, but the effect is not bad. Now that the capital's population is flocking to the new city in large numbers, who wants to live in the old city?" Li Changfeng said with a smile.

Emperor Qianwu nodded in agreement.

The roads in the new city are not even the slightest bit better than those in the old city.

Li Changfeng continued: "Now let's talk about the road network. Erchen's idea is to connect all the prefectures, counties, cities and towns in Daqian with roads. This will make it easier for people to communicate with each other and greatly promote the circulation of various goods..." Li Changfeng was interrupted by Emperor Qianwu shaking his head midway through his words.

"I understand what you mean. Promoting the economic development of various places can earn a lot of tax money for the national treasury. But do you know how many prefectures, counties, and towns there are in Daqian? The cost of your idea is higher than the cost of building Daqian. The railway network needs to be even bigger, and the national treasury is rich now, but it cannot withstand such a hassle.”

"Of course I know." Li Changfeng said with a smile: "This cannot be accomplished overnight. The whole process needs to be done in three steps."

Emperor Qianwu's heart moved: "Oh? How to get there?"

"The first step," Li Changfeng raised a finger, "centered on the capital city, the incense will radiate to all the state capitals and connect the state capitals first. This will make trade more convenient and increase tax revenue in a short time."

Emperor Qianwu nodded secretly.

Although part of the Daqian railway network has been built and many state capitals around the capital have been connected to the capital, trains have their limitations after all, and roads are indeed an important supplement.

According to the first step, the investment is quite acceptable and the returns are seen quickly.

Li Changfeng continued.

“After the first step is completed, the consumption power of the most economically powerful group of people in each state capital has been fully released, and the efficiency of interoperability has been greatly improved, then the second step will be carried out, integrating the state capitals and counties. Connect to further unlock economic potential.”

Emperor Qianwu approved Li Changfeng's plan, which would put less pressure on construction funds for Da Qian. At the same time, he also understood what Li Changfeng was going to say next.

“So, the third step is to connect the towns, right?”

Li Changfeng nodded: "Yes, by the time the third step of the plan is implemented, Daqian's national strength will definitely have reached a new level. There will definitely be no shortage of money by then. There should be cars everywhere in Daqian."

What Li Changfeng did not say was that by that time, it would be time to build toll highways.

Emperor Qianwu thought carefully for a moment and nodded.

"I think your plan is feasible."

"Since you think it is feasible, Father, then implement it as soon as possible. The asphalt and cement ministers will immediately start expanding production capacity and strive to meet construction needs."

Qin Yu was still looking forward to it.

When the construction of the Daqian highway network is completed, you can drive around by car.

I didn’t travel around the country in my previous life, but I must do it in this life.

"Let's do this. You can bring it up in the court hall during the next court meeting and discuss it with the officials."

"No need. If you want to get rich, you must first build roads. As long as this kind of thing is explained clearly, no one will object. Anyway, there is no shortage of money now."

"If you want to get rich, build roads first..."

Emperor Qianwu was stunned, then he clapped his hands and laughed: "Well said, very well said!"

Since the construction of the railway began, people in many places along the way have been able to sell their goods more conveniently, which has increased their income and led to better and better lives.

It is so appropriate to sum it up in these six words.

"In that case, you don't have to go to court."

Emperor Qianwu also felt that there was no need for Li Changfeng to go to court in person to raise the matter.

But he regretted it after he said it. It was obvious that Li Changfeng was deliberately avoiding going to court.

"You brat, is it so difficult for you to go to court? Running a country is not a simple matter. Why are you so lazy?"

Li Changfeng looked careless and said: "Father, I have to keep an eye on the mass production of cars. This is much more important than raising this matter in the previous court. What's the use of having roads without cars?"

(End of this chapter)