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In order to ensure the smooth implementation of commercial reforms and establish a fair and orderly market environment, Yi Huawei has formulated a series of strict measures in terms of commercial operation norms and market order maintenance.

In terms of franchise management, Yi Huawei has established a transparent and fair franchise bidding mechanism. As an important resource in commercial operations, the allocation of franchises is directly related to the interests of merchants and the market competition pattern.

Each time a franchise project is announced, the government will list in detail key information such as the project's business scope, duration, expected goals, and tax requirements. Merchants need to submit a detailed business plan to participate in the bidding. The content of the business plan includes business strategy, investment plan, quality assurance measures, market forecasts, and other aspects.

The review process is conducted by a panel of government officials, business representatives and relevant industry experts. The panel conducts a comprehensive assessment and scores based on the merchant's comprehensive strength, the feasibility and innovation of the business plan, and finally determines the ownership of the franchise. The term of the franchise is set according to the characteristics of the industry, generally 3-5 years, and re-bidding will be conducted after the expiration of the term. This mechanism ensures the fairness of the franchise distribution, allowing capable and innovative merchants to have the opportunity to obtain business opportunities, while also prompting merchants to continuously improve their own management level.

In terms of product quality and price management, Yi Huawei attaches great importance to product quality and regards it as the lifeline of business. Strict quality standards have been formulated for various industries, covering every link from raw material procurement to production and processing to finished product inspection. For commodities directly related to people's livelihood, such as food and medicine, special quality inspection agencies have been set up to increase supervision. These quality inspection agencies regularly conduct random inspections of commodities on the market. Once unqualified commodities are found, not only will the merchants who produce and sell them be severely punished, but also their raw material suppliers will be traced back to eliminate quality problems from the source. For example, if harmful substances are found in food, not only will the food producers and sellers be severely punished, but the farmers or suppliers who provide raw materials will also be investigated and punished to ensure that the entire industry chain attaches importance to quality issues.

In terms of price management, Yi Huawei adopted a combination of market regulation and government intervention. For daily necessities such as salt and grain, when price fluctuations exceed a certain range, the government stabilizes prices by releasing reserve materials or purchasing excess goods. At the same time, price monopoly among merchants is prohibited. Once it is found that there is a joint price gouging or malicious price reduction to squeeze out competitors, severe sanctions will be imposed in accordance with antitrust laws. In order to better grasp the market price dynamics, the government has also established a price monitoring system to regularly collect and analyze price information of various commodities, promptly detect abnormal price fluctuations and take corresponding measures.

In terms of commercial competition norms, Yi Huawei encourages fair competition among merchants and protects intellectual property rights and trade secrets. For new commercial technologies and business models, inventors or innovators are given exclusive rights for a certain period of time. For example, the inventor of a new textile technology can enjoy the profits brought by the technology for a certain period of time, and other merchants must pay patent fees to him if they want to use it.

This protection measure has stimulated the innovation enthusiasm of merchants and promoted the continuous progress of business technology. At the same time, it regulates commercial advertising and publicity, prohibits false propaganda and malicious slander of competitors. For merchants who violate the regulations, the government will give warnings, fines and other penalties, and require them to make a public apology and eliminate adverse effects. Through these measures, a fair competition, healthy and orderly business environment has been created.

To achieve the goal of business reform, a good business organization and communication mechanism are essential. Therefore, Yi Huawei has comprehensively transformed and utilized the Chamber of Commerce, making it a key organization for implementing business planning.

Yi Huawei readjusted the structure of the Chamber of Commerce and established branches in different industries within the Chamber of Commerce, such as the Salt and Iron Branch, the Textile Branch, the Animal Husbandry Branch, the Timber Branch, etc. Each branch elects a president and board members, who are all businessmen with rich experience, good reputation and certain influence in the industry. The main responsibilities of the branch are to coordinate the relationship between merchants in the industry, convey government policies, and organize exchanges and cooperation within the industry. For example, the Salt and Iron Branch is responsible for coordinating the cooperation and dispute resolution between merchants in the salt and iron industry in production, sales and other links, and at the same time promptly conveys the government's policies on the salt and iron industry to each member, and collects problems and suggestions encountered by members in the course of operation and feeds them back to the government.

The main responsibilities of the Chamber of Commerce include assisting the government in managing commercial activities, organizing merchant training, mediating commercial disputes, etc. In assisting the government in managing commercial activities, the Chamber of Commerce has become a bridge of communication between the government and merchants.

The government communicates the latest policies and regulations, tax adjustments, franchise allocation and other important information to merchants through the chamber of commerce, ensuring that merchants can understand the government's intentions and requirements in a timely and accurate manner. At the same time, merchants can report problems and difficulties in their operations and suggestions on policies to the government through the chamber of commerce. For example, if merchants in a certain area find that a certain tax policy has difficulties in actual implementation, they can report it to the government through the chamber of commerce, and the government will make appropriate adjustments to the policy based on the feedback.

In terms of organizing merchant training, the Chamber of Commerce regularly organizes various training activities based on market demand and business development trends. These trainings cover a wide range of content, including business management knowledge, such as financial management, cost control, human resource management, etc. In financial management training, professional accountants will teach merchants how to establish a scientific account system, how to conduct cost accounting, profit analysis, and reasonable allocation of funds, to help them better understand their own financial situation so as to make wise business decisions. Cost control training will deeply analyze every cost point from raw material procurement to production and processing to sales, and teach merchants how to reduce costs by optimizing processes and finding better suppliers. Human resource management training focuses on guiding merchants on how to select, train and motivate employees to improve their work efficiency and loyalty.

At the same time, the Chamber of Commerce will also organize training on the application of new technologies. With the advancement of commercial reform, new production technologies, transportation technologies, etc. continue to emerge. For example, in the textile industry, the Chamber of Commerce invites textile technology experts to introduce new loom operation methods and textile processes to merchants, helping them improve the quality and production efficiency of textiles. In the transportation industry, the Chamber of Commerce explains the structure and use skills of new carriages, as well as how to plan more reasonable transportation routes to reduce losses and increase transportation speed. Market analysis and forecasting training allows merchants to learn how to collect market information, analyze market trends and changes in consumer demand, so as to adjust business strategies in advance and seize business opportunities.

In terms of mediating commercial disputes, the Chamber of Commerce has established a complete mediation mechanism. When commercial disputes arise between merchants, the Chamber of Commerce will intervene first and mediate based on the evidence provided by both parties and the relevant regulations of the Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber of Commerce has a special mediation hall. During the mediation process, the mediator will listen carefully to the statements and demands of both parties, carefully examine the evidence, and mediate in accordance with the principles of fairness and justice.

If the dispute involves product quality, the mediator will invite experts in the industry to inspect and evaluate the products; if it is a dispute about contract performance, it will be judged based on the contract terms and business practices. If the mediation is successful and the two parties reach a settlement agreement, the Chamber of Commerce will record the agreement and supervise the implementation of both parties; if the mediation fails, it can be resolved through the government's judicial channels. This mediation mechanism effectively resolves conflicts between merchants and maintains the stability of the commercial order.

In addition, Yi Huawei also established a regular government-merchant communication meeting system. Every month, he would appoint officials to preside over the meeting and invite merchant representatives from all over the country to participate.

At the meeting, merchants can directly report problems to the government, such as tax difficulties, obstacles in policy implementation, unfairness in market competition, etc.; the government will interpret the new policy intentions to the merchants, answer questions, and collect opinions on the adjustment of business plans. This face-to-face communication mechanism enhances the merchants' sense of identity and execution of business planning, solves problems in business development in a timely manner, and promotes harmonious relations between officials and merchants. Before each meeting, the government will collect the merchants' questions and suggestions in advance, organize and analyze them, so that they can be answered and discussed in a targeted manner during the meeting. Merchant representatives will also prepare carefully and report the situation of their region and industry in detail to the government. During the meeting, the atmosphere was warm and orderly, and both sides fully communicated, providing a strong guarantee for the smooth progress of commercial reform.

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In early May, Hu Hai's concubine Min gave birth to a baby boy. Hu Hai was overjoyed and named the child Zhao Tong. The birth of this new life was regarded as an auspicious sign for the Qin imperial family, symbolizing that the prosperity of the empire would continue from generation to generation.

To celebrate this happy event, Hu Hai issued an edict of amnesty. Many people who were imprisoned for minor crimes were freed and reunited with their families. The amnesty was wide-ranging, covering all kinds of prisoners with minor crimes, including civilians who committed minor offenses due to life pressures, and merchants who violated the law due to some misunderstandings in their business activities. These released people were grateful to the emperor and expressed their willingness to reform themselves.

At the same time, Hu Hai also ordered the exemption of taxes for the people across the country for one year.

The people cheered because it meant that they could reduce their burdens and have more resources to improve their lives. For farmers, they could use the money they saved to buy better farm tools and seeds and improve agricultural production. For example, an old farmer in Guanzhong, who originally had to use simple farm tools to cultivate limited land in order to pay taxes, had enough money to buy new iron plows and oxen after the tax exemption, and reclaimed more land. It is expected that this year's harvest will increase several times over previous years.

For merchants, this is also a good opportunity to develop business. They can use this year's tax-free period to expand their business scale and increase investment. Some small vendors can use the tax savings to purchase goods, expand their product categories, and attract more customers. Large merchants can increase their investment in the research and development of new technologies and the development of new markets. For example, salt merchants in coastal areas can use tax-free funds to improve salt drying technology and expand the scale of salt fields, laying a more solid foundation for future development.

This series of benevolent measures further consolidated the social stability of the Qin Dynasty, and the entire empire was immersed in an atmosphere of joy and peace.

In 207 BC, the third year of Hu Hai's reign, the Qin Empire achieved brilliant achievements in military, business, people's livelihood and other fields. However, under this prosperous appearance, there are also potential problems.

With the rapid development of commerce and the strengthening of military power, the allocation and balance of resources has become a focus that needs attention. On the one hand, the prosperity of commerce has attracted a large amount of manpower and material resources, and some areas have seen a decrease in agricultural labor, which has brought certain challenges to the long-term stability of agricultural production. On the other hand, the large-scale military construction and training after the military reform requires a large amount of material and financial support. How to ensure military needs while not affecting the development of commerce and people's livelihood.

In addition, although the surrounding countries have temporarily remained quiet under the military deterrence of Daqin, they are also secretly observing the changes in Daqin, and new variables may appear at any time.

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The third year of Hu Hai, autumn.

Changsha County.

Changsha County was centered in Changsha and extended in all directions. It started from Dongting Lake in the north, crossed the Wuling Mountains in the south, bordered the west bank of Poyang Lake and Luoxiao Mountains in the east, and connected to the Yuanshui River Basin in the west. It covered most of the present-day Hunan Province, and extended its tentacles to parts of northwest Jiangxi and northeast Guangxi, almost equivalent to the entire Hunan Province in later generations.

Xiang County was the seat of Changsha County.

At dawn, the first ray of sunlight shines on the city wall of Xiang County.

The city wall is tall and thick, with bricks and stones tightly fitting together. Despite the erosion of wind and rain, it is still as solid as a rock. The soldiers guarding the city are wearing heavy armor, holding spears, and their eyes are sharp.

The city gates were wide open, and the crowds were thronging, making the place very lively. The vendors carrying baskets came in one after another. Some of the baskets were filled with fresh fruits and vegetables, with crystal dewdrops hanging on the green leaves; others were filled with exquisite handmade products, including colorful pottery and exquisite wood carvings. The vendors' faces were filled with warm and simple smiles, and their shouts were intertwined with the noise of the crowd.

The streets in the city are neatly planned, and the bluestone pavements have been polished smooth as mirrors by time and the footsteps of pedestrians. Shops are lined up on both sides of the streets.

A cloud of dust rose on the official road, and a convoy of horse-drawn carriages slowly came.

The wheels of the carriage rumbled, crushing the stones on the ground. The carriage was well-made, with exquisite patterns carved on the body, showing its extraordinary status. The horses pulling the carriage were fat and strong, and the dust raised by the horses' hooves looked like light yellow smoke under the sunlight.

At the front of the convoy, Yi Huawei was riding on a black horse with an upright posture. His black robe fluttered in the wind, and the gold embroidery on the robe appeared and disappeared with his movements.

The curtain of the carriage beside was lifted by a slender hand, revealing Yu Shu's delicate and beautiful face. Her eyes were bright and lively, her brows were slightly frowned, and her red lips opened slightly: "Master Zhao, how long will it take for us to arrive?"

"It'll be there soon!"

Yi Huawei smiled, raised his whip and pointed towards the Xiang County gate not far away.

County Magistrate Liu Zheng had already received the news, and his eyes were filled with nervousness and anticipation. He led a group of officials and prestigious gentry in the city, waiting respectfully at the city gate.

"coming!"

Seeing the slowly approaching convoy, Liu Zheng hurriedly tidied his clothes and went to meet them. He took the lead and took a few steps forward, kneeling on the ground with his hands and knees. He lowered his head and shouted:
"Your humble servant respectfully welcomes Her Majesty the Dowager Concubine and the Prime Minister!"

"Welcome to Her Majesty the Concubine and the Prime Minister!"

The officials and gentry behind him also knelt down one after another, shouting in unison. (End of this chapter)