I bring the system to tease Shihuang to engage in infrastructure construction

Zhao Jun let out a long sigh at the open account book on the table.

Qingliu stood aside and explained.

"Sir, you see, the small balance is not just due to Mr. Meng's expenses. The school also accounts for a lot."

"And sir, you see, the income of the glass workshop has been steadily increasing, but the paper workshop has now calmed down, and the total income is even showing a slight downward trend."

"Although it is still very profitable, it is no longer comparable to what it was at the beginning."

Zhao Jun nodded.

She knew that this was not a problem with the paper-making workshop. The paper-making workshop had been opened earlier, several years ago, and the consumption of white paper by those wealthy families had gradually decreased.

Overall, I still make money, and I make a lot of money, and I will never lose money.

But unfortunately, there are too many places to spend money this year, so the gap is obvious.

"How can we keep going like this? There will be a lot of money to spend in the future. We have to think of a way."

Zhao Jun rubbed his chin and began to think about it.

Although this income is still half more than the expenditure, it still needs to be considered early.

Just as Zhao Jun was thinking, Bai Zhangling's voice came from outside the door.

He actually also held the account book.

Are these all just looking for things for her to do when she has free time?

"White Palm Commander, what's the matter?"

"My lord, here are the tax books of each county over the past few months. Please review them."

Qingliu took the account book and put it on the table.

Looking at the income ledger always makes you feel better.

"Sir, there are two things that are a little strange about the tax revenue of various counties in the past few months."

Bai Fang suddenly spoke.

"It seems to be related to the Bashu region where you went last year."

"Oh, what's the situation?"

Zhao Jun became interested.

“In the past few months, the tax revenue paid by Bashu and Shu counties has obviously increased several times compared with before.”

Zhao Jun stared at the numbers in those two places for a long time, and it was indeed true.

She thought that tea and wine should start to make profits.

White continued.

"The increase in Shu County is still acceptable, but the increase in Ba County is really a lot. The county governor reported that the workshop set up by the Lord before was profitable, and the income was also put in it, so that's why it is like this."

"My lord was very busy some time ago, so I didn't have time to talk about this matter. I just handed over the account book today for your lord's review."

Bai Fang said meticulously.

Zhao Jun felt happy and hurriedly saw Bajun's column.

It has indeed increased a lot compared to previous years, although it is still not comparable to paper and glass workshops.

But it’s not bad. After all, this is the first year. I believe the potential in the future is huge.

"Okay, pretty good, I get it."

She looked at the account book for a while and then asked him to take it out.

"Oh, although Bashu has done well in the past few months, it's still not good."

Zhao Jun murmured.

Qing Liu was a little confused and comforted.

"Sir, this is good news. It's actually quite good. At least there is an increase. You don't have to worry too much."

Zhao Jun slumped on the table, a little absent-minded.

What other profession can make money quickly?

She thought for a long time and found nothing for the time being. When it was time to get off work, she took Qingliu back to the palace.

Forget it, this issue is not urgent right now. Let’s talk about it tomorrow after get off work.

By the time Zhao Jun and Qingliu had finished their dinner, the king's order came from the front hall, asking Jun Zhao to come over.

Just take it as a walk to eat.

When she walked into the front hall, Ying Zheng frowned and was looking at the memorial on the table.

"Your Majesty, what happened?" Zhao Jun saw his frown and quickly put away his smile. Could it be that something happened?
"Here, sit down, I have something to do."

Ying Zheng put down the book in his hand and waved his hand.

"What's the matter?"

Zhao Jun looked serious.

Ying Zheng glanced at her, relaxed his shoulders a little, pushed the fold aside, and asked for some tea.

"Why are you so nervous? It's not a big deal."

He pursed his lips and said.

Zhao Jun relaxed and his expression became more relaxed.

Ying Zheng continued.

"It's like this. The army has almost rested. In a few days, Wang Ben and Li Xin will lead their troops to attack the last Qi state."

"Qi State has little strength. The two of them brought an army of 40 people. I believe they will be able to occupy Qi State in a short time."

Speaking of this, Ying Zheng was still very happy.

"so what?"

Zhao Jun was confused, what is this?
"So, I am looking for you to discuss military expenditures."

"what?"

Zhao Jun was surprised.

What's going on today? Why do everyone have to talk to her about money?
"Military expenses? Your Majesty, aren't you spending this military expense alone?"

She has a very bad feeling now.

"Yes, military expenditures were previously spent separately. Do you know where the previous military expenditures came from?"

Ying Zheng asked back, and then explained himself without waiting for her answer.

"Most of the military expenditures come from conquests. After we occupy a vassal state, we will plunder their wealth and use the money to support the army."

"But now there is a problem. The whole world will soon belong to Qin, and we can no longer rely on this method to accumulate wealth, so."

He raised his eyes and looked at Zhao Jun.

"So maybe in the future, the military expenditures may have to come from the Internal Affairs Bureau."

Ying Zheng said calmly.

Zhao Jun didn't even come up for a breath, his eyes widened and he couldn't help but hammer the table.

"what?!"

It was indeed a bad premonition. Here comes another spender, and he spends a lot of money.

"I know it's a bit sudden to say this, but I don't want to ask you for money now. I just have this plan and there is nothing I can do about it."

Seeing her like this, Ying Zheng comforted her tactfully.

Zhao Jun patted his chest and calmed down.

"Your Majesty, may I ask, how much is the monthly military expenditure?"

She had to be mentally prepared.

Ying Zheng thought for a moment and replied.

"Well, if there is no war, it will cost about 60 taels of gold per month. If the war is going on, it will consume more, maybe 100 million taels."

Ying Zheng spoke very calmly, but Zhao Jun was about to faint.

One million taels is still gold!

No wonder Qin is poor. Spending so much money to support the army is not poor.

However, this also proves that occupying other countries is very profitable.

Otherwise, according to Qin's situation, if there was no country for him to occupy, the army would have been bankrupt and disbanded long ago.

They spend money fighting wars and making money by occupying land.

If it weren't for her several workshops.

Although the current Qin State has increased its land area, it does not have any money left at all.

Zhao Jun calculated this account in his mind and felt that everything was unreasonable.

No wonder the Qin State in history had to fight constantly. If we don't fight, we will have no money.