warring states careerist

Chapter 57
Fine wheat flour, without the stiff bran, has a soft body like a Wuyue woman.

This unremarkable thing that will change the eating habits of the north of the Huaihe River in the next 2000 years is not the first time it has appeared in the world, but it is the first time it has shown that it can be so graceful.

It is suitable to invite Mohists to eat, just for simplicity, this is economical, as long as they can eat.

In the eyes of the Mohists, wheat flour is a skill that benefits people, and carving flower rolls is a clumsy that is not good for people.

It is suitable to invite businessmen to dinner and strive for complexity. This is for profit and must be exquisite.

From the perspective of businessmen, wheat flour is a coincidence of profit, and carving flower rolls is a coincidence of profit.

Guan Zhong, the pioneer of Keynesianism, once said that it is better for nobles and wealthy households to burn firewood with carved patterns. In times of famine, large-scale construction projects will allow hungry people to have food to eat. , support more handicraftsmen, promote the redistribution of wealth, and provide food for the victims to survive the famine years.

Mo Di, the pioneer of planned economy, once said that the wealth of the country should be concentrated on building water conservancy, increasing military industry, building houses, and reclaiming land to grow hemp mulberry, instead of spending money on luxury goods such as pearls and jade.The population should also increase in a planned way, with less wars and less taxes to ensure that men and women can meet and have children to support them, so that each family can have three children, and the total population and social wealth will surge within 20 years, which is more cost-effective than fighting 20 years of war .

Both of them are right, and they are both in line with their respective situations and seeking truth from facts.

The income of the aristocrats comes from physical objects and labor rents, the aristocracy is not yet too powerful to decentralize power, the grassroots officials are insufficient, the war is for the purpose of hegemony, the land is sufficient and there is no demand for land redistribution sweeping the country, and the official mountain and sea policy allows Qihou to own When there is a huge amount of wealth, Guan Zhong's method of guiding redistribution is absolutely beneficial.

In an era when wars were frequent, changes in the land system were dawning, nobles were depraved and extravagant, royal power was not centralized, and a large number of study tours could enter official positions to ensure the number of officials. Mozi's economical policy of centralizing power and forcing development to increase population was also correct.

The differences between these two schools of thought can be easily distinguished by taking the case of the mining project in Pengcheng, Peidi, as an example.

If the Mozi school wants to open mines, it must first explain clearly to others that this thing is "great benefit to the world", and use dialectics to demonstrate that this is doing righteousness, gathering wealth and manpower, working together from top to bottom, adhering to the same righteousness, and doing righteousness by observing discipline and enduring hardships The famous Mohists were the pioneers, leading the people to open mines, and then selling or distributing ironware to others, thereby expanding production.

If the Guanzi school opened mines, they believed that using slaves would make them easy to escape, and they would not be able to come back if they hid in the mountains and wild forests;Then the easiest way is to give the mine to the rich businessman, take three-tenths of the tax, let the rich businessman be responsible for the rest, who will open the mine, and the rich businessman will be responsible for the management and arrest. The rich businessman is responsible for the following The miners are responsible, the state is responsible for the rich businessmen, and indirect management, all you need to do is hand over the money.When necessary, heavy taxes will be imposed on rich businessmen, and at the same time, rich businessmen will be encouraged to consume, thereby adjusting the distribution of wealth.

These two ideas and means that seemingly shouldn't exist in this era actually exist in this era, and they are grandly recorded on the wooden slips.Tai Shigong once read and praised it, but after the Jin Dynasty, some people thought it was useless and ridiculous.

Fortunately, Mozi is still alive at this time, and the Mohist is still alive, so he can use the Mohist's heart of righteousness to do the work of Pei Peng.

The means of selling wheat flour is not such a thing as mining.Therefore, it is appropriate to learn Guan Zhong's methods in the matter of absorbing wealth quietly, without arousing Mozi's disgust.

When Sumai is popularized, productivity increases and more non-agricultural population can be fed, more urban handicrafts will become an important force for the Mohists in the city.The sudden reduction in food prices brought about by the development of agriculture will also promote the non-granted population to become handicraftsmen, and finally balance.

Simple wheat flour can feed dozens of households of handicraftsmen in each big city like Shangqiu, and it can also greatly promote the development of commodity exchange in these cities and the circulation of currency.

Of course, it is also possible to gather the wealth of various countries into Peidi, accumulate capital, and use it to "greatly benefit the world".

Proper hands are not too skillful. You can still do things like rolling jujube flowers with chopsticks, kneading steamed buns, rolling noodles, and making dumplings.

From Shi's point of view, wheat flour is a gun, and these delicate ways of eating are bullets.You can't have guns without bullets, and guns can't be sold without bullets.

Tell these merchants how to make "bullets", so that your "guns" can be sold better.

Anyway, I have already decided to teach fish to benefit, so that's not bad, I made the pasta that can be made now.

I thought to myself, this can be regarded as conforming to the trend of the times.Otherwise, Shanxi does not eat sour soup noodles, Shandong and Henan do not eat steamed buns, Shaanxi Hanzhong does not eat pot helmets, and the north of Huaihe River does not eat dumplings... This does not seem comfortable, and it lacks such a familiar taste.

These things that have assembled the essence of food culture in 2000 are enough to shock these businessmen, and they are also enough to accelerate the feeling of familiarity.

The Mohists had already eaten a lot of fermented noodles mixed with plant ash, and everyone who came to help was full at this time, and they were full of stomachs when they walked out.It's not that delicate to eat, but the taste is still the same.

Many businessmen from Shangqiu gathered here, and they ate with great relish and praised it again and again.

They really never thought that Maizi would have so many meals, nor did they think that the food made by Maizi could be so beautiful.

After the wheat flour is fermented, the aroma of the wheat is retained, and part of the starch is decomposed into sugar by the fungus, adding a touch of sweetness.

For the first time, wheat appeared in the fried food commonly used by Zhongming Dingshi Home.No one is foolish enough to eat fried wheat, but wheat vermicelli tastes really good when cooked, especially when served with soy milk.

The most authentic taste is still these staple foods that you can’t get tired of, and you can be regarded as fulfilling your first ambition in this world. After eating steamed buns, your nostrils are slightly sour.

The merchants didn't have as many emotions as he did, and what they thought after eating the food was that this product could be sold well.

After they were almost finished eating, Shi Jiatun came forward, and each of them handed out a piece of bamboo slip that had been peeled but not dried, but only for one-time use.

He didn't talk nonsense, Shi had already discussed with him before, and the matter of Peidi had been settled, and it was time to teach fish for profit.

"You have also tasted this thing and seen it. In the Song Dynasty, I, the Mohist, run it myself. Outside the Song Dynasty, Qilu, Yan, Sanjin and Qin Dynasty are divided into cities, and each city only needs one person. You will manage the cities you want to manage and Write down the price you can buy, and the one with the highest price will get it."

"I don't sell wheat flour, but I only sell you the methods of making wheat flour and these foods. Within five years, I, Mo Zhe, will no longer sell to others, and will only help you build a mill for grinding flour. After five years, you should have I've got the benefits, and we'll talk about it when the time comes."

"Mohists are trustworthy, you don't have to worry about this. Everyone, please."

After speaking, he asked the six fingers on the side to hold ink and dipsticks and send them to the merchants, asking them to write down the price on the bamboo slips.

The cultural level of businessmen may not be very high, numbers and names of major cities can still be written.

Although this is the first time I have heard of such a method, and they are all businessmen, I can understand what it means after a little thought.

It is nothing more than that the one with the highest price wins, bears the risk by himself, calculates the profit, and gives a price that he can accept and is better than other merchants.

Several businessmen from Luoyang looked at each other, but they had no chance to communicate at this time, and all partners who might have cooperated had now become potential enemies.

Luoyang is a code name, and there is no name for Luoyang at this time, and the official names of Jinwen and sacrifices are China, Xinyiluo, Tuzhong and so on.

After the Wangzi Dynasty Rebellion, there were both Wangcheng and Chengzhou. The territory of Zhou Tianzi at this time was too small. These places can be counted as the Luoyang city group. Luoyang can be understood as the valley plain north of Luoshui, or the area around Luoshui. of urban agglomerations.

It is not only a big city, but also the residence of the emperor. Except for power struggles and civil strife, there is almost no war, and there are many wealthy businessmen.When Rongdi was strong, Luoyang might still be threatened; but now surrounded by big powers, all countries have launched a full-scale counterattack against the Rongdi barbarians, and there will be no more barbarians.

Even if the authority of the Son of Heaven is gone, no country will really attack Luoyang, so this is one of the safest places in the world, and it is also one of the richest places in the world.

Of course, these businessmen from Luoyang understand the business opportunities, and those who are good at speculating see even greater opportunities: the three Jins will attack Qi, and if Qi wins, he will be the emperor. Gather together, if there is such food, the harvest will be rich.

Several businessmen thought, this is a godsend opportunity.If these Mohists go to Luoyang to find sales by themselves, where the merchants are richer, how can it be their turn?
Mohists keep their promises, and the world knows it.The businessman knew that since the Mohist said he would teach them how to grind wheat flour, he would definitely teach it; since the Mohist said he would not teach the rest of the same city within five years, he would definitely not teach it.

After a little calculation of the profit, the businessmen's hearts beat endlessly.

The price of wheat is cheap because it is unpalatable.

But wheat is an important military ration, so there is a lot of wheat harvested every year.

Once the flour is milled, the price is not comparable to that of cheap wheat. If such food is made, merchants traveling to and from Luoyang and other places will definitely choose to eat and stay there, and nobles will also buy it.

What's more, there is only one family, and there is no other place. In five years, they will surely accumulate a lot of wealth, and they can build a good relationship with these Mohists. In the future, those strange grains, rice, and vegetables will be easy to buy.Once the princes make a pilgrimage, they can make a lot of money in a short period of time. This matter cannot be delayed, and preparations must be made early.

They didn't know why the Mohists didn't take their own profits, but because of their misunderstanding of the Mohist, they each found a reason for them to believe it.

A businessman quietly glanced at those traveling with him, thinking about it.

This time, he didn't carry much gold, so it was extremely difficult to stand out from the bunch of merchants.He wrote down an amount on the bamboo slips that he couldn't come up with himself, take it down first, and discuss it with these people who are traveling in the future, and everyone who contributes the principal will get their own benefits.

There are also merchants who decide not only to buy one city, but to buy a few more, and let the children of relatives and families manage them after they go back.

Furthermore, Mo Zhe's carpentry and stonemasonry skills are the best in the world. Even if he wants to imitate, it will not be completed in a day or two.

Businessmen from all over the world have their own ideas, write their own numbers, be wary of each other, or want to join forces with each other.

But under the eyes of all Mohists, it is difficult to communicate, and we can only guess the mentality of others according to their own mentality, or guard or trust, and so on.

Shi Jiatun glanced at those people who were still thinking about the number of writing, and was extremely satisfied.Shi couldn't understand the text at this time, so he didn't read it, and each took care of it, which was not his business.

Shi Jiatun thought to himself: "I can't complain about spending money properly, two yi golds don't blink at all... He can make a profit, so he dares to spend money."

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While the businessmen were still thinking about each other, Ji and his wife discussed their future dreams in the house.

The wife said: "This tofu and pasta must be easy to sell. Look at the tricks. Now that Shi also followed Mozi and has been in and out of the Royal Palace of Sicheng, shouldn't he take this opportunity to let him help us supply Sicheng and the king?" Is it necessary for the body? In this way, it won’t take long, and it may be possible to wear silk. I heard him say it that day, and I only took it as a joke.”

The deer, who seemed dull and reticent, shook his head immediately and said probably the most words these days.

"My younger brother is going to do big things. It can be beneficial to supply Sicheng and Junshang, but it is also dangerous. If someone wants to harm my younger brother, they can do something with the food we provide. Then what will my younger brother do? "

"We only supply the people in the surrounding cities, not the nobles. People in the city have cheap lives, and if lives are cheap, it is a small matter, and no one cares about small things. Let others feed those noble people. We don't want to do that. Rabbit skin Although it is small, it can be sewed into a large piece of leather if you are dexterous; if you cut a good piece of leather, you will worry about it, your hand will not be steady, and it will be easily damaged.”

"I've heard people say that mice that go out to look for food will always block their holes to hide their babies; female animals that are hunted by hunters will not run to their own lairs. We don't want to be young mice that dig their own holes, and Don't be a small beast spotted by hunters."

The wife listened with a smile, but nodded without retorting.It has always been like this, whenever there are major issues, this seemingly dull person always decides, and she always listens.

It was rare to hear so many words, but she became the one who talked less. After listening, she only said: "It's all up to you."

　Places like Luoyang don't need the official name at this time.Wang Lai Shao God, submit himself to the earth.King Cheng asked God for divination in person, and decided to govern those Shang survivors in Luoyang himself.Tuzhong belongs to the cultural written name, the abbreviation of the Four Earths; Luoyang is also called in China, and it is generally used in sacrificial offerings or engraved inscriptions on gold.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)