Joy of Life: I am Li Chengze, and I have mastered the Eight Wonders

Chapter 57 Bank
Emperor Qing seemed quite indifferent about the matter of "rescuing the emperor". He secretly thought that this was just a part of his plan, so he did not show it.

However, Li Chengze's timely reminder was like a stream of clear water that penetrated Emperor Qing's web of calculations, making him feel true care and wisdom, and he couldn't help but feel a little grateful in his heart.

Li Chengze is well aware of Emperor Qing's temperament, and knows when to advance and when to retreat, and knows how to act in moderation.

He keenly sensed the subtle mood of Emperor Qing wanting to bestow a reward, and quickly thought about how to make a request that would both demonstrate his ambition and not offend the emperor.

So, he cleverly took advantage of the situation and proposed the idea of ​​opening a money shop.

"Your Majesty, I dare to turn this reward into practical benefits, relieve your Majesty's worries, and increase wealth for the country."

Li Chengze spoke earnestly and with a firm gaze, "I want to open an unprecedented bank. Not only will it be large-scale, but it will also gather the wealth of the world, circulate it in all directions, promote trade, and benefit all the people."

When Emperor Qing heard this, a strange look flashed in his eyes. He knew very well that the affairs of the money house were of great importance. If they could be managed properly, they would surely become an important pillar of the country's finances.

He stared at Li Chengze, as if trying to read more ideas and details about this bank from his eyes.

Seeing this, Li Chengze continued to explain:
“This bank will follow the best of ancient and modern times, both at home and abroad, and establish a deposit and loan system to promote capital circulation;
At the same time, an investment mechanism will be established to guide private capital to where the country needs it, such as water conservancy, farming, industry and commerce, so as to solve the country's urgent needs and help people's livelihood. "

After hearing this, Emperor Qing secretly admired it. He realized that the money house mentioned by Li Chengze was not only a financial institution, but also a powerful tool that could leverage the country's economic lifeline and promote social development.

He knew very well that once such a proposal was implemented, it would have a profound impact on the country's future.

Then, Emperor Qing showed an approving smile and said slowly:

"I am very pleased that Chengze has such a great ambition. This matter concerns the national economy and people's livelihood, and requires long-term planning, but I am willing to work with you to achieve a great cause."

After hearing this, Li Chengze felt relieved, knowing that his request had been approved and supported by Emperor Qing.

He knew very well that there was still a long way to go, but he had taken a crucial step towards his ideal.

Emperor Qing's narrowed eyes and inquiring tone showed that he was curious about Li Chengze's money bank plan but also a little wary.

In this era, the concept of finance may not be very mature yet, and Emperor Qing needs more explanation and understanding to understand the possible impact of this money house on the entire Daqing economy.

Li Chengze knew that Emperor Qing might not understand the profound significance of the money house to the national economy, but he also realized that this was an opportunity and Emperor Qing might not refuse the proposal.

Li Chengze knew that even with his current reputation, he might be able to open such an institution even without Emperor Qing's consent, but it was obviously more important to get Emperor Qing's support and approval.

After pondering for a while, Emperor Qing raised a new question. He was curious about Li Chengze's novel idea and wanted to know if it was Li Chengze's own idea.

Emperor Qing's tone revealed his familiarity with this innovative thinking, because he remembered that Ye Qingmei had also come up with many novel ideas, and Ye Qingmei had some connection with the temple.

Faced with Emperor Qing's questions, Li Chengze chose to be honest. He stated that this idea did not come from him, but was Fan Xian's creativity.

By using Fan Xian as a shield, Li Chengze may be trying to allay Qingdi's concerns about his possible personal connection to the temple, while also possibly protecting the true source of the idea from Qingdi's knowledge.

When Emperor Qing heard that this idea was proposed by Fan Xian, he seemed to have a sense of sudden enlightenment. This may be because Fan Xian has a special position in Emperor Qing's heart, or Emperor Qing believes that Fan Xian has enough wisdom and insight to come up with such an idea.

If this idea was proposed by Li Chengze, Emperor Qing might privately doubt whether his insight was related to the temple.

However, if this idea was proposed by Fan Xian, Emperor Qing would think it was natural.

After all, Fan Xian is Ye Qingmei's descendant, so it is reasonable for him to have such extraordinary insights.

During his growth, Fan Xian showed countless new viewpoints and ideas, which was like the reappearance of Ye Qingmei.

Observing Emperor Qing's expression, Li Chengze realized that Fan Xian's reputation did serve as a good cover. Before Emperor Qing continued to ask, Li Chengze continued to explain:
"Your Majesty, you know that although my aunt is willing to hand over the inner treasury to Fan Xian, according to the account book she provided, the inner treasury has lost more than 20 million."

He continued: “This is a huge amount of money.

After all, how much is the annual fiscal revenue of our Qing Kingdom? Therefore, since Fan Xian is going to take over the inner treasury, he naturally has to find a way to solve this financial problem. "

“And this newly established bank is exactly the solution proposed by Fan Xian.

It can gather wealth from all over the country, and as long as there is no run on the bank, it will be easy to use it to fill the huge deficit in the treasury."

“In addition, with this bank in the hands of the royal family, it will greatly enhance the royal family’s control over the national economy, which is unmatched by the inner treasury.

Originally, Fan Xian wanted to open this bank in my name, but I thought this matter was of great importance, so I did not agree immediately. "

"Fan Xian sought cooperation with me because of his trust in me and because, as a prince, I am able to shoulder this responsibility."

Li Chengze's words indicated that this was the solution Fan Xian came up with to solve the problem of the inner treasury.

Since Emperor Qing wanted Fan Xian to take over the inner treasury, he naturally had no reason to oppose this plan.

Emperor Qing was deeply pleased with this.

From Li Chengze's words, Emperor Qing understood his intention. If Li Chengze really used his reputation to open the school, Emperor Qing might not be able to stop him.

Moreover, considering the deficit of more than 20 million in the inner treasury, this is indeed a feasible solution.

This is much better than Emperor Qing's original plan of letting the shopkeepers of Qing Yu Tang seize the wealth of those merchants.

"So, Your Majesty, do you agree?" Seeing Emperor Qing nod in appreciation, Li Chengze took the opportunity to ask.

"Well, go ahead and do it boldly." Emperor Qing nodded and gave a verbal promise.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" After receiving the affirmation from Emperor Qing, Li Chengze expressed his gratitude with a smile.

At this point in the conversation, Emperor Qing had achieved his purpose of summoning Li Chengze. Emperor Qing waved his hand, indicating that he was going to rest, and Li Chengze stood up, said goodbye, and turned to leave.

"Go and call Li Chengru." After Li Chengze left for a while, Emperor Qing thought for a while and then gave the order.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Eunuch Hou replied in a low voice.

Soon, the eldest prince Li Chengru came over led by Eunuch Hou.

"Your Majesty!" Li Chengru bowed and said respectfully.

"I heard that Fan Xian was injured while chasing the assassin?" Emperor Qing asked the eldest prince about Fan Xian's condition in a chatty tone.

"Yes, he had dozens of sword wounds on his body. The sword mark on his chest was very deep, almost cutting open his stomach." Li Chengru nodded and reported Fan Xian's injuries to Emperor Qing in detail.

"In addition, Fan Xian's meridians are ruptured, and his true energy has completely disappeared."

"But when he first woke up, the first thing he asked was about your safety, Your Majesty."

Li Chengru told Emperor Qing about Fan Xian's situation in detail, showing his concern for Fan Xian and his loyalty to Emperor Qing.

(End of this chapter)