Datang: God-level son-in-law, salted fish will become stronger

These foreign merchants who had contacts with the Tang Dynasty were collectively referred to as Hu merchants.

With the vigorous development of Datang in recent years, the national strength is strong, and the people live and work in peace and contentment.

Such a prosperous scene soon attracted a large number of Hu merchants to come to Datang to do business.

after all.

To them, today's Tang Dynasty is full of gold and silver.

"My lords, what do you think about this matter?"

Li Chengqian took the initiative to ask the officials.

He supervised the country this time mainly to improve his knowledge.

Focus on listening, supplemented by speaking.

So there is no harm in listening to the courtiers more.

at this time.

Censor Zhongcheng Quan Wanji stood up, saluted and said: "His Royal Highness, I think these Hu merchants are all greedy people. If they are allowed to act in our Tang Dynasty, they may cause trouble."

The words fall.

Some ministers spoke out one after another.

"If you are not of my race, you must have a different heart. The barbarians from all over the world are ambitious and known to passers-by. I think that you must not let Hu merchants like you go, and you must take strict precautions and severely punish these Hu merchants."

"That's right, Hu merchants are all insidious and cunning people who steal, rape and play tricks. If they come and go frequently, it will be a disaster for the people of Tang Dynasty."

These ministers who spoke have never had a good impression of Hu Shang.

It is naturally best if you can not contact Hu merchants.

not to mention.

This was the policy before Datang.

They just expressed their opinions on this.

in fact.

They are not just dissatisfied with Hu merchants.

He is also very dissatisfied with the current businessmen of Datang.

and.

Emphasis on business and suppression of agriculture has been since ancient times. In their eyes, businessmen are people who value profits and despise righteousness.

In any case, it is not conducive to national rule.

If it wasn't for the emergence of such an outlier as Qin Mu in the past two years.

Datang's current business development will not be like this.

Datang merchants will not be everywhere.

Besides.

There were also a few people who expressed their opinions and supported Hu Shang's entry into the Tang Dynasty.

But it was quickly sprayed back by those who opposed it.

But these officials are only a small part.

More officials are watching from the sidelines.

They wanted to see what the young Crown Prince would say.

because.

Except for some treacherous ministers, most officials hope to follow the Ming Lord.

At this time, it is an opportunity to test the prince.

If Li Chengqian can't handle this problem well.

It may lose the good impression of many courtiers.

Although Li Chengqian was only ten years old.

But to sit on the dragon chair, you have to take responsibility.

Li Chengqian sat upright and listened quietly to everyone's argument.

Recalling some of Qin Mu's teachings and guidance to him.

My heart gradually calmed down.

But he still glanced at Qin Mu subconsciously.

It may be due to dependence on Qin Mu.

Or maybe he didn't want the teacher to disappoint him.

Sensing Li Chengqian's gaze, Qin Mu smiled lightly.

It seemed that everything that happened at this time had nothing to do with him.

But Li Chengqian could still see Qin Mu's affirmation of him in this smile.

then.

Li Chengqian thought about it for a while, and then said slowly: "I believe that the prosperity of the world is for profit, and the hustle and bustle of the world is for profit."

"Now our Tang Dynasty is stable inside and outside, the world is peaceful, and the business development is also prosperous, but we can no longer restrain the business exchanges between Datang and other countries like before."

"However, although we don't restrain it, our Great Tang has a vast territory, rich products, and everything. If these Hu merchants want to come to Datang to make money, they must sell products that Datang does not have."

"In this way, it will be of great benefit to Datang's commercial development to communicate with each other."

"If it can promote the commercial prosperity of Datang, why stop it?"

Li Chengqian's words made the relationship between Hu Shang and Datang.

Handle it clearly.

It also clarifies the benefits of Hu merchants' contacts to Datang.

It is also clear and comprehensive.

After Li Chengqian finished speaking, Qin Mu nodded in satisfaction.

Such remarks did not disappoint his cultivation of Li Chengqian.

He also lived up to Li Er's expectations for the prince.

but.

Civil and military officials heard Li Chengqian's remarks.

Everyone was shocked.

They never thought of it.

At his age, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has such unique insights into the government affairs of the court.

As such.

Many ministers who held objections just now felt that the prince had been underestimated.

Rather, their knowledge is shallow.

Although Li Chengqian's words gave everyone a good impression.

But he knows it himself.

He just has some understanding of things on a large scale, so he can say a thing or two.

after all.

Li Chengqian's master is the largest businessman in the world.

If you can't even see these.

Didn't he lose Qin Mu's face?

but.

Although Li Chengqian has certain opinions on the matter of Hu Shang.

But for specific measures, only half-knowledge.

No constructive comments at all.

Therefore, Li Chengqian could only cast his eyes on Qin Mu in the corner.

After all, he is his own teacher.

There is no shame in asking your teacher for help.

Li Chengqian thought confidently.

Qin Mu and Li Chengqian looked at each other, nodded slightly, then looked at Zhao Lin, and asked directly: "Master Zhao, what kind of industries are Hu merchants operating in Datang?"

Zhao Lin didn't expect the son-in-law to ask him suddenly.

I was stunned for a moment

Afterwards, he quickly came back to his senses and said, "Back to the son-in-law, now the Hu businessmen's industries in our Datang mainly fall into four categories, namely the fragrance and medicine industry, jewelry industry, catering industry, and quality industry." (PS: Quality industry. Industry: usury.)

"Among them, the jewelry industry is the most prosperous."

Qin Mu nodded slightly.

Hu merchants can only sell the best-selling luxury goods.

After all, Datang has everything.

If they want to make money, they have to find something new.

"Master Zhao, please be more specific." Qin Mu waved his hand, motioning him to continue.

Zhao Lin bowed slightly and continued: "The luxury goods sold by Hu merchants are first of all their unique spices, such as musk, ambergris, and frankincense. These spices are extremely popular."

"There are also borneols, rhinoceros horns, ivory, coral, pearls, amber, tortoise shell, agate, giant clam, Sufang wood, etc., as well as some high-end and exquisite handicrafts."

"Of course, ordinary people cannot afford these luxuries, and they will be sold to some princes and nobles, as well as wealthy businessmen in the Tang Dynasty."

"These jewels and handicrafts are very popular because of their unique and rare shapes."

All the court officials listened to Zhao Lin's narration.

With relish.

Chapter 349: Elaborate on Hu Shang Industry (4/5)

In the Hall of Liangyi.

Zhao Lin stood in front of the hall, facing the prince, and spoke eloquently.

"Today's Tang Dynasty, for those Hu merchants, in their words, it is really like heaven."

"I heard that there used to be a Hu merchant who traveled thousands of miles from Persia carrying a bag of musk, and finally came to Chang'an after a long journey for several months. He made a lot of money just by relying on the musk, and bought a mansion. Run a restaurant and get rich overnight."

"The reason for this situation is that these spices are rarely produced in the Tang Dynasty, and they are rare and expensive."

"Because musk can exude all kinds of refreshing aromas, it is especially loved by princes, nobles and wealthy merchants. As long as it appears, these people will rush to buy it, even if it costs a lot of money."

"Nowadays, the various spices sold by Hu merchants have become indispensable items in these people's bedrooms, study rooms, and halls."

Listen to Zhao Lin's words.

Many ministers in the palace couldn't help but look at each other,

The princes and nobles in Zhao Lin's mouth, many of them are included.

The spices used in their house are the spices of the Hu merchants.

Qin Mu took everyone's expressions into his eyes.

Strange spices can attract these ministers and rush to buy them.

This can only show that they are quite rich in oil and water.