The legend of the king of crossing

Chapter 421 A Letter to the People of Song Dynasty

I thought for a while and said, "Master, the proposal on fundraising and issuing war bonds is very good. I will accept it. Xiao Qi."

Xiao Qi, who was outside the door, entered inside and said, "Your Majesty, the little one is here."

"Xiaoqi. Pass on my will. Let Ruan Dengbing, Yinzhuang of the Great Song Dynasty, and Liao Yingzhong, the Ministry of Commerce, come here for a meeting in half an hour. Teachers and ministers. You will also stay after the military affairs meeting. Come with me. Discuss with them."

Could it be Liao Yingzhong who initiated the war bonds?I suddenly came up with such an idea.but.From what we will learn next.It was indeed Jia Sidao's own idea.

"Yes. Your Majesty. I'll go now, little one."

After Xiao Qi left.I asked, "Dear dears. Do you have any other questions?"

Lu Xiufu said: "Your Majesty, I still have this performance."

"Well. Tell me, please."

"Your Majesty, I think it's inappropriate to set up a forward headquarters in Yicheng."

"Is that so? It's too close to Xiangyang City." I looked at the map and said.

"Your Majesty, it is very close to Xiangyang. This is one of the reasons. Although Yicheng County has a long history, the city is too low and dilapidated. It has been destroyed by wars and has not been repaired. It is not conducive to defense. It is easy to be Mongolian. Cavalry breakthrough. In addition, the original naval base in Yicheng waters is basically abandoned. If it is to be re-expanded, it will inevitably require a lot of manpower and material resources. Not to mention the time. It is not enough. Therefore, I suggest that the The forward headquarters was located in Yingzhou Prefecture (now Zhongxiang City) in the south of Yicheng County. The city of Yingzhou is relatively strong. It is only 180 miles away from Yingzhou to Yicheng. It is also on the edge of the Han River. It is convenient for defense and stationing troops. "

"Chen Shiyan agrees with Mr. Lu's proposal."

"Chen Fan Wenhuan agrees."

next.Almost all the ministers in the apse agreed with Lu Xiufu's proposal.I know what Lu Xiufu and others mean.Mainly worried about Mongol attacks.Bad for my safety.I thought for a while and said, "That's fine. Let's set the forward headquarters in Yingzhou."

After half an hour.Liao Yingzhong and Ruan Dengbing followed Xiao Qi to the Yanhe Hall behind the Daqing Hall.Also known as the apse.

"Your Majesty Liao Yingzhong and Ruan Dengbing will see you. Long live your majesty."

"You two lovers. You are free from courtesy. Please sit down."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

"You two dear ministers. I asked you to come here today. I want to discuss with you about the issue of war bonds."

Liao Yingzhong and Ruan Dengbing looked at each other.They asked in unison: "War Bonds. Your Majesty. What is this?"

I smiled: "The purpose of issuing war bonds is to alleviate the increasing military expenditure. It is equivalent to the court borrowing from the people. Teachers and ministers. You first explain to the two lovers."

Jia Sidao repeated what he said in the previous meeting.

Ruan Dengbin said: "This is very similar to Yinzhuang's time deposit."

"Not bad. In essence. There is not much difference between the two. For bonds. The interest paid by the imperial court will be slightly higher than that of regular savings. And there is. This money will not stay in Yinzhuang. It will be All used in military affairs."

Liao Yingzhong frowned and said, "Your Majesty, if it is used in war, it will never return. How should I return it after the expiration date?"

"Liao Aiqing. There is no need to worry about this. I think that with the speed of our economic development, these bonds can be cashed in the future. But, the burden on your Ministry of Commerce will be even heavier."

"Don't worry, Your Majesty. I will definitely do my best."

"En. Liao Aiqing. You handle the matter. I don't worry. Now, let's discuss the details of the war bond. I was just resting. I thought about the following questions. The first is the face value of the bond. Because the war bond is for our court. All common people. Therefore, the face value cannot be very large. The second is the repayment period. I suggest starting with two years. Bonds with a period of two, three, and five years can be issued. The third is the interest payment period and interest rate The principle of the bond interest rate is slightly higher than the interest rate of the same regular savings. The interest payment period is recommended to be paid together with the principal and interest after the bond matures. The fourth is the issuer. In order to make my people feel at ease. The issuer is jointly named by the royal family and Yinzhuang as the debtor of the bond. The fifth is the liquidity of the bond. Whether this bond can be circulated in the market like the Huaxia currency in our dynasty."

I finished talking about the bond-related matters in one breath.This was a very common thing.But in Jia Sidao's ears.But it seemed a little surprised.And a little lost.Jia Sidao originally thought so.The bond thing was the first thing that came to his mind.In a short period of time, others will not have a deeper understanding.Unexpectedly, I was only within a quarter of an hour after the end of the military affairs meeting.That's all I thought of.It was even more thoughtful than his proposer.Jia Sidao originally wanted to perform well.Unexpectedly, I understand bonds better than he does.

I continued: "I have already decided on the issue of war bonds. The specific implementation rules do not need to be finalized immediately. Today is just a discussion. Teacher."

"The minister is here."

"The proposal about war bonds is very good. You have made a great contribution this time. It can be called the first contribution in the Song-Mongol War." I chuckled.Praise. "Master, I will reward you at tomorrow's court meeting. In my opinion, you should be responsible for the preparations for the issuance of this bond."

Jia Sidao nodded.With a smile: "Yes, Your Majesty."

"Ruan Aiqing, Liao Aiqing. The two of you will assist. The Royal Bank of Song Dynasty will host it."

"Yes. Your Majesty. I obey the order." Liao Ying said in the middle. "Your Majesty. Can this bond method be promoted?"

"Liao Aiqing. What do you think?"

"Your Majesty. As for the bond. Although this is the first time I heard about it, I have a vague idea. For example, the sales of Zhonghua Yuye are very good. But because of the production capacity, it limits the substantial increase in sales. I think whether It is also possible to issue bonds of Zhonghua Yuye. Loan funds from the private sector. Used to expand production workshops. This can not only save the court's funds, but also support the war's armament needs. It can also speed up the production of Zhonghua Yuye."

"Of course it is possible. The issuance of bonds will not be limited to war bonds. It will form an economic means. I will notify the Council of Government Affairs and incorporate this matter into the government affairs system. However, I plan to divide bonds into two categories. One is issued by the court. Guaranteed national bonds. For example, war bonds. The interest of this type of bond is higher than that of the same regular savings. And there is no risk. The other is commercial bonds. For example, the Zhonghua Yuye bond mentioned by Liao Aiqing just now. Its interest should be the same as that of Zhonghua Yuye That is to say, according to the annual income of Zhonghua Yuye, formulate its return. It may exceed the interest of national bonds. It may also be lower than or even have no interest. This kind of commercial bond has a certain degree of speculation. Of course. The commercial bonds issued by the imperial court will definitely be the most profitable item."

Liao Ying said: "It seems feasible."

"It should be very feasible. The above is just my general idea. You still need to study hard. You can draw a conclusion after a long-term plan. Bonds are a sign of economic development to a certain extent. It is a benign thing. I agree with it. OK That's it. This is the end of today's discussion about the bonds."

After lunch.I called Yuan Ji and Xiao Qi.Come to the Red Cross.

In Pu Shougeng's house.I told the three presidents of the Red Cross Society straight to the point.Raise funds for the upcoming Song-Mongolian battle.

"Young master. Since the war and military expenses are raised from the people, it is better to use the name of the Red Society than to let the court come forward. The subordinates will actively cooperate." Pu Shougeng immediately expressed his opinion after hearing this.

Xiao Tiandao: "My lord. The world will rise and fall. Everyone is responsible. This subordinate believes that this move will definitely win the support of the people of our dynasty."

"Young master. When will it start?"

"Chairman Pu. I plan to let newspapers from all over the country carry out publicity first. Call me to unite with the people. If you have money, you can contribute money. If you have power, you can contribute. Stand with the imperial court. Win this upcoming war. This pre-heating propaganda period is about It will take one month. During this period, let Shifeng, Pu's Firm, and Suzhou Zheng's Firm act as representatives of the merchants. Ask for donations. In addition, let the people of Longya ask for donations in their own names. Contribute to the country. By seven In the middle of the month. The Red Cross will make an official appearance again. It will raise funds for military preparations from the people.”

Fang Lingdao: "Brother, publicize first. Then set an example. Finally, raise money from across the country. This method is very good."

"Really. Ling'er. You have seen through all my tricks."

"Haha. That's it."

late June.The Dasong Royal Newspaper in Lin'an City published a piece of news.Suzhou Zheng's Commercial Bank and Quanzhou Pu's Commercial Bank supported the imperial court in the war against Mongolia.Each donated [-] Huaxia coins (Huaxia coins are equivalent to the original most circulated copper coins of the Song Dynasty).To enrich the armaments of the Song Dynasty.Both donations were forwarded to the imperial court by the Royal Newspaper.The message is logged out.Various newspapers reproduced it one after another.While the people feel that the war is approaching.I am also excited by the righteous deeds of the two firms.

After a few days.Da Song Shou, Empress Dowager Xie Daoqing, Empress Quan Jiu, King Fu, King Rong and other members of the royal family donated their own gold and silver jewelry.To support the Anti-Mongolian War.Calculated by Da Song Yinzhuang.The total donation is 30 Huaxia currency.same day.The Fuhua News published the news that Jia Sidao, the grand master of the Song Dynasty, had donated [-] Huaxia coins to the imperial court.

end of june.Shifeng Commercial Bank and Fujian Lin Zhixiong donated [-] Huaxia coins and [-] Huaxia coins to the imperial court respectively.

subsequently.Many people went to Dasong Royal Newspaper and Dasong Yinzhuang.Ask people how they can donate.Among them is the man with dragon teeth.There are also many people from Lin'an City.Even the monks from Lingyin Temple spontaneously came to the Royal Newspaper Office.Donate the incense money that came out of frugality.I hope to contribute to the Great Song Dynasty.

July [-]th.All the big and tabloid newspapers in Lin'an City published an article signed by me in full on the first page.The title is "A Letter to the People of the Great Song Dynasty".This is also the first time I have publicly published a signed article in a newspaper.

certainly.The wording of the article is not my specialty.It was ghostwritten by Quan Jiu.