Becoming a Saint by Leisure Reading - Chapter 287
[Chapter 283 Defeating Magic With Magic]
Chen Luo looked at the clan chronicle sent by Princess Pingyang, and circled it with a pen.
“The Leyacheng clan has a total of sixteen families, nine of which are currently ruled by Confucianism. He, Lu, and Shi are the leaders.”
“The He family is the most staunch supporter of the Yunhe faction. Why don’t you say that the head of the family is a dragon girl? , the second-rank cultivation. After becoming the patriarch, he expanded wildly, and now he is the head of the Leyacheng clan…”
“The Lu family, the old local family in Leyacheng, the patriarch, Lu Changle, has established a clan here since Leya was still in Changle , has the highest prestige among small and medium-sized clans, and sits at the second rank of Great Confucianism…”
“The Shi family, originally from the Qingbocheng family in Lanzhou, moved to Leya a Jiazi ago. The head of the family is kind, and sits at the second rank of Great Confucianism… ”
“The Liu
family…””The Deng family…”
“The Wu family…”
… The
clan chronicles are very detailed, not only recording the specific situation of each family, but also introducing some patriarchs’ behavior. After reading the clan annals, I have a general understanding of Leya City in my heart.
Walking from the study to the main hall, I saw Xiang Jixuan and Yang Qianli communicating with those master craftsmen. When Chen Luo went to see Princess Pingyang, these master craftsmen began to check the market conditions in Leya City, and they seemed to have just returned.
Seeing Chen Luo, everyone saluted one after another. Chen Luo asked: “Several master craftsmen, have the budget been made?”
One of the master craftsmen cupped his hands and said: “Master Hou, let me get a general understanding. According to Le Ya The price and labor of the city, a simple repair of the port, to the extent that it can be put into use, will cost about two million taels of silver; but if it is necessary to renovate the seaport and surrounding auxiliary facilities, it will require about 2,000 workers and an investment of thirteen million taels .”
“Considering the demand in a short period of time, it may increase by 20%.”
Chen Luo nodded: “Well, the seaport is a lifeline for Dongcang’s future. Don’t worry about calculations. If the scale is larger, let’s plan according to the budget of 20 million taels. Thank you for coming up with a plan first, we are very happy The work will start soon.”
All the master craftsmen nodded, saluted again, left the main hall, and went to work. At this moment, only Xiang Jixuan and Yang Qianli were left in the main hall, and they looked at Chen Luo suspiciously.
“Lord Hou…” Yang Qianli hesitated for a moment, and said, “Silver is not a problem. The land transactions in the city these days alone have generated more than this income. It’s just how to deal with the local wealthy families?”
Chen Luo smiled lightly, sat down, and Looking at Xiang Jixuan: “Mr. Xiang, how do you think we will fight this battle?”
Xiang Jixuan frowned: “I have spent my whole life fighting barbarians on the Great Wall in the north, but I have never participated in such a thing. But, old man I feel that the three elements of the decisive victory mentioned by Lord Hou in “The Romance of the Three Kingdoms” are universal.”
“The right time, the right place, and the harmony of people.”
“Forgive me, the Cangwu Sea Transport was abandoned back then, and the canal giants are now deeply rooted. Occupying the time; Leya City is our guest place, even if we are not short of money, but if the local wealthy families join forces to kill the supplies and labor, we can only do nothing, this is the location; Leya The people in the city have long been accustomed to the convenience of the canal, and they don’t have much feeling for the gains from sea transportation, and we have lost harmony.”
“The timing, location, and harmony are all out of my hands. Tell Zhenshou Qin the ins and outs of this matter, and ask the government affairs hall to come up with a new solution.”
“As for the current transportation difficulties of Dongcang City, the old man thinks that it is better for us old bones to go a few more times, and we can also solve it.” It ‘s a sea shipment.”
Hearing this, Chen Luo got up and saluted Xiang Jixuan, and said, “Mr. Xiang has a heart. But Luo is willing to give it a try, and ask Mr. Xiang to help.”
Xiang Jixuan raised his brows and quickly returned the salute: “Dare not to follow orders!”
Chen Luo nodded, and said to Yang Qianli: “Mr. Yang, you are a local from Leya City, can you find some well-informed people to spread the news quickly and widely in the market?”
Yang Qianli was stunned for a moment, and then said: “Leya City is a city of trade, and there are all kinds of news channels. Such people are easy to find.”
“That’s easy.” Chen Luo breathed a sigh of relief, “Please Mr. Yang Let me first release the news that I, Dongcang, is going to build a pier. The materials needed can be contacted manually, but you don’t need to spend any money if you only ask for the price!”
“Mr. Xiang, it’s hard for you to go to the port Unleash the coercion of great scholars to confirm this news.”
“I want the wealthy families in Leya City to know the news as soon as possible, so that they can unite as soon as possible.”
Yang Qianli and Xiang Jixuan bowed their hands and left the main hall.
Chen Luo sat on the main seat, took out the drink that Luo Hongnu made for himself from the storage order, took a sip, went through his plan again in his mind, and said with a smile in his heart: “A wealthy family? Except for Zhongjing, where else can you drink?” How many wealthy families are there in this city?”
“Master Qin, you should be busy now!”
…
Dongcang City, Zhengshitang.
In the meeting hall that was just built, it was densely packed with people.
Don’t underestimate these people, behind each of them is a wealthy clan with at least a great scholar.
Looking at these people, Qin Dangguo couldn’t help but sigh in his heart.
Who would have thought that a few months ago, Dongcang was still an abandoned city that no one cared about!
Qin Dangguo straightened his clothes, went up, and saluted everyone: “My old man, Qin Dangguo, send your greetings to all the patriarchs.”
Everyone got up to return the salute, and said in unison: “I have seen Qin Zhenshou!”
Qin Dangguo motioned everyone to sit down. Next, said: “I invite you to come here for one thing.”
“Dongcang City is an isolated city. The Lord of the City wants to open the seaport and connect Leya City. This matter still needs your support.”
As soon as Qin Dangguo’s words fell, the entire meeting hall fell silent for an instant.
…
Leya City, the He family.
More than a dozen patriarchs sat in the main hall, whispering to each other. After a while, the burly Patriarch of the He family, Shi Shiran, came out, laughing.
“What kind of wind has brought you all here to this old man? This old man has never taken concubines today…”
Shi En, the Patriarch of the Shi family, said anxiously: “Brother He, don’t you know? The Marquis Chen Wu of Dongcang City is going to be in Leya Build a seaport in the city!”
“Yes.” Another patriarch echoed, “Although it is said that it is only between Leya and Dongcang at present, but there is a seaport, it will inevitably give birth to more ambitions.”
“Yes, at the beginning I It cost a lot to destroy the port before it was destroyed!”
Why didn’t you mean to drink the tea served by a charming maid, and listened to the discussion among the many patriarchs, looked at Lu Changle who had been silent all this time, and asked: “Brother Lu, why didn’t you say a word?”
Lu Changle said lightly: “I think Brother He is confident, so why panic?
” , I have already heard the news, everyone
, don’t be impatient.” “He can’t repair this harbor!”
“Even if Wuhou is a child of a saint, so what? Don’t forget, everyone, there are nearly a hundred people standing behind me. The Canal family!”
“We will join forces to lock up manpower and supplies, and the materials he wants will not be released! What will he use to repair?”
“Do you want to invite Bamboo Sage to come here in person and use the magical power of ‘creating something out of nothing’? ” “Even if he repairs
it, can he keep it?”
“Even if he can keep it, will the goods be able to get on the ship by then?
”
It’s his business, but it’s not up to him to have the final say on Leya City!”
Shi En frowned slightly: “Is this move too offensive?”
“Otherwise, I’ll communicate with Marquis Wu and ask him to give up the harbor. Let’s sit down and discuss something, and I’ll make up for it if it’s a big deal.”
Why not sneer: “Patriarch Shi, who do you think Marquis Wu is? You made up for what you asked for? Why don’t I advise you, this matter is not decided by my He family, behind this is the family of the Hundred Canals!”
“Wuhou has a noble status and can afford this There is a lot of pressure, if you all stand together, you will be crushed in an instant!”
“I want to see who will come out first!” He
Buzhi’s voice fell, and everyone present breathed a sigh of relief.
…
Dongcang City.
The conference hall was still silent.
The Patriarchs who can be assigned to Dongcang City by the family to open up branches are naturally not idiots, they know what it means to support the port.
To be honest, they don’t want to wade into this muddy water.
A wealthy family in the world, who doesn’t have a few connections.
You said that there is no sea transportation, and Dongcang City is short of supplies?
Just kidding, who in the wealthy family doesn’t have a few storage treasures. At worst, if the family members go a few more times, maybe they can sell it at a high price in Dongcang!
Besides, in this meeting hall, there is a branch of the Canal family!
It’s best not to interfere with this kind of thing! The wind is rough, and it will be difficult to handle if you are drowned.
At the same time, several Patriarchs who were close to the City Lord’s Mansion also frowned slightly.
Could it be that Chen Wuhou is going to be planted this time?
Reckless! We should communicate privately first and find some leaders to come out!
Chen Wuhou has no experience, Qin Dangguo, you thick eyebrows and big eyes, don’t you have such thoughts?
Confused!
All of a sudden, the owners in the hall bowed their heads and sipped their tea, as if the tea in the Zhengshitang was extraordinarily sweet today.
Qin Dangguo took everyone’s expressions into his eyes and sighed.
To win people’s hearts, the road is long and long!
Qin Dangguo coughed, cleared his throat, and continued: “Master Hou sent a message that the total budget of the entire port needs about 50 million taels of silver!
” Ten million taels, with twelve as one share, divided into three million shares! At present, the first batch of one million shares will be released temporarily, please donate to help!”
“The city owner will erect a stone tablet on the harbor to engrave the name Buy clinker as proof!”
As soon as these words came out, all the Patriarchs shook their heads secretly.
Stupid move!
If you don’t say it, maybe some people will support it privately for the sake of face, after all, there is not much money.
But you actually want a famous stone on it, this is a bit too much!
This time, I’m afraid there will be nothing to discuss!
Qin Dangguo continued: “The city lord’s order, whoever buys 1,500 shares, can get 100 East Cangcheng contribution points!”
All the patriarchs suddenly raised their heads and looked at Qin Dangguo.
You must know that the most precious thing in Dongcang City today is not gold, silver and jewelry, but various points.
For example, contribution points, such as Discourse on Sword points, and martial arts credits that will appear in the future.
These are all linked to precious treasures.
For example, the current shops are all leased, want to buy? Yes, as long as the contribution points reach the standard.
Another example is the house of a wealthy family. Without contribution points, they are not even eligible to bid. Just for this reason, those families specially transferred the great Confucianists from their own family, went deep into Daye Ridge and killed an unknown number of third-grade wild blood beasts, and only then did they have their current family business.
A child who gets a reward of one or two points in the martial arts hall earns more than his parents for a month of hard work.
Therefore, in Dongcang City, points are much more important than money, and there is no other way to obtain them except for the tasks of the Zhengshitang.
This time, is there a lot of water? Fifteen thousand taels of silver and one hundred points, one hundred and fifty taels of one point, it is not expensive, it is simply a free gift!
A patriarch asked: “Qin Zhenshou, seriously?”
Qin Dangguo nodded: “It will take effect at this time!”
The faces of the patriarchs showed embarrassment. The same warship! This matter still needs to go back and study it carefully!
At this time, Qin Dangguo said lightly: “Dongcang City only notified one hour in advance of this matter. After one hour, it will be spread all over the world through the Daxuan Minbao.”
“In addition, each family can only buy up to three 10,000 shares, purchase within an hour, and the rewarded contribution points will be doubled!”
“Start the timer now!”
After Qin Dangguo finished speaking, a staff member from the Government Affairs Hall immediately brought up a huge transparent crystal, which was hollow and filled with water. , the crystal is on the top, and below is a circular sink. At this time, the water in the crystal is dripping down the small hole at the bottom of the crystal.
This is a water leak, and when the water in the crystal runs out, exactly one hour.
At this time, the drops of water fell into the sink, making a crisp sound, as if falling on the hearts of every family head.
“Everyone, don’t blame me for the quota being bought and sold by people from other states.” Qin Dangguo sighed leisurely and said, “You are all people who came to Dongcang City to separate your family, and this will be your foundation in the future! ”
As soon as this remark came out, Meng Jinghui suddenly slapped his thigh in the crowd.
“My Meng family is not the Yunhe family!”
“Why didn’t you agree to such a good thing!”
“Qin Zhenshou, 30,000 shares, my Meng family wants it!” As soon as Meng
Jinghui said this, the other family heads subconsciously shouted: “Some Home wants too!”
“That’s right, my Zhang family is not on the same level as the canal, and the Zhang family wants 30,000 shares!”
“Qin Zhenshou, where is the contract? I will sign it now…”
…
There was a saying in the previous life called the silent majority.
Those who clamor all day do not represent all, and even they are the minority group of people.
The real power lies in the silent majority.
If one were to ask how many clans Daxuan had, it would be difficult for someone to give a specific number.
But there must be thousands of families.
And how many Canal families are there?
It is known as a hundred schools, but after removing them to make up the number, there are only thirty or forty schools.
Why are they the loudest?
Because the river transport was the first, they developed first, and the shipping family was no match for them.
And the vast majority of the families are just cold-eyed and silent, watching from the sidelines!
Chen Luo’s purpose is to provoke a part of this silent majority.
In the study, Chen Luo looked at the sky through the window.
“Occupy the time of the sky?”
“I want you to know what it means to know what it means to have
a sky beyond the sky!” “Add more fire!”
Chen Luo finished thinking, and wrote with a pen—
“The blue sky, the yellow flower land, the west wind is tight, and the north swallows and the south flies. ”
“Whoever is stained with frost and drunk in the forest at dawn will be full of tears.” ”
Sigh that real men and women in the world can’t be confidantes .
” Shares, a free premiere ticket.” ”Invite three people to buy, and give a free premiere ticket.”
Play clan trend with me?
Watch me beat magic with magic!
Chen Luo’s first step is to win the sky!
Show me the live broadcast of other authors’ code words in the group.
That’s called flying electricity.
I thought about it, and I will not follow the trend of live broadcasting.
I’m afraid you think it’s a network card.
But 80,000 is really serious about coding.
So, ask for monthly ticket support…
(End of this chapter)
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