I am Li Shen and Li Shimin, the free kings of the Tang Dynasty

The meeting of the aristocratic family ended quickly, and they acted quickly. Rumors spread among the businessmen that afternoon.

"You said that King Ji is a bit too domineering. He actually lets us make a choice. We are not his private property, nor are we his slaves."

"It's just that the choice is our business. Prince Ji's Mansion has too much control."

"That's not true. I think this may be a method of King Ji."

"What method? He is forcing us. Joining a chamber of commerce is our freedom. He insists that we can only choose one chamber of commerce to join.

Look at how generous the Qidian Chamber of Commerce is. They accept us regardless of whether we are members of the First Chamber of Commerce of the Tang Dynasty.

Everyone knows that his chamber of commerce is very profitable, and the membership fees and guarantee fees collected are very expensive.

Anyway, I decided to join the Qinding Chamber of Commerce. What would I do if I could save thousands of dollars a year? "

Whether it is the East Market, the West Market or even the industrial park, such voices can be heard. Many businessmen also feel that King Ji has gone too far.

Everyone is looking for money, and they can join wherever they are willing to join. An additional identity will provide additional protection.

But now King Ji wants everyone to keep only one identity, and they have to investigate.

Prince Wei's Mansion

"Your Majesty, what Prince Ji is doing is a bit unwise." Du Chuke said to Li Tai across from him while drinking tea.

Li Tai picked up the teacup and blew on it twice.

"Since we all feel that this move is unwise, then why do you think my shrewd tenth brother still does this?"

Du Chuke was stunned for a moment, then thought about it and shook his head:

"This minister really didn't expect that, my lord, do you think that Prince Ji was too confident, that's why he was so domineering.

In fact, judging from King Ji's behavior over the years, it is normal to make such a decision.

King Ji has always been so domineering. "

Li Tai took a sip of tea, put down the tea cup and smiled slightly:

"Haha, you are wrong. My tenth brother is very shrewd. If you look closely at his actions, all his domineering behavior has nothing to do with money, no matter how big or small.

As long as money is involved, Lao Shi has never been impulsive. "

"Then what the prince means is..."

"Lao Shi's move must have deep meaning, and it is by no means aimless. After so many years, these families have not learned their lesson.

If Lao Shi was so easy to deal with, he would have been suppressed for ten years. If I were to guess, Lao Shi must have a way to crack it.

If we make more bold guesses, Lao Shi may intend to let more people withdraw from the First Chamber of Commerce of the Tang Dynasty. "

When Li Tai said this, he felt ridiculous in his heart, but it was just an idea that suddenly struck him.

"King Ji intends to make people withdraw from the Chamber of Commerce? This...is this impossible?" Du Chuke was a little surprised after hearing this.

Is this King Ji crazy? He can't even keep people, but he wants to drive them out.

"My lord, why is this?"

"Alas!~ This is just my guess. I just thought about it along with King Ji's idea, and suddenly I had an idea. But now I think about it, it's a bit ridiculous."

Li Tai shook his head.

"What does the prince think?" Du Chuke was even more curious.

"I just thought that if Lao Shi really has a way to deal with the Qingding Chamber of Commerce, then based on his character, the first thing he will think about is how to gain greater benefits for himself.

It's not enough to defeat the Qidian Chamber of Commerce, he also wants to profit from it. "

"Then what does this have to do with membership withdrawal?" Du Chuke didn't understand what Li Tai meant.

"Don't forget, Lao Shi's membership of the First Datang Chamber of Commerce is hierarchical. The higher the membership level, the lower the annual fee.

And the higher the level, the better the benefits, such as transaction priority.

Over the years, basically all members are second-level members or above, and the fees paid are 90%.

There are also many third- and fourth-level members, and the fees paid can reach 80%, not to mention there are fifth- and sixth-level members. "

When Li Tai said this, Du Chuke immediately understood, so he answered:

"What the prince means is that King Ji intends to reset more members' levels to zero and start the calculation again, so that it will take them several years to raise their levels.

However, the fees paid during these years must be paid in full. "

Li Tai nodded.

"That's the truth, but this is just my guess. Maybe Lao Shi didn't have such a plan, and maybe he just acted domineeringly."

He felt that if Li Shen really thought like he did, then his brother's thoughtfulness would be terrifying to think about.

With this strategy, it would be difficult for the family to remain undefeated.

Du Chuke also felt a little incredible after hearing Li Tai's explanation.

Prince Ji is just a nineteen-year-old dandy prince who has been pampered since childhood.

He stopped reading when he was nine years old, so he shouldn't have such intelligence.

"My lord, whether it is yes or no, we will know if there are any other actions after Prince Ji comes back.

If it is true as the prince said, then King Ji will definitely adjust the membership level system after his return, making it more difficult for members to advance. "

Li Tai nodded and said:

"Well, you are right, we can just wait and see what happens. You send people to keep an eye on the market trends in the east and west cities and the industrial park.

If there is any abnormal behavior, you must inform me as soon as possible.

The Qingding Chamber of Commerce has been established with great difficulty. We cannot let them fail. I must remind them at the critical moment. "

"Your Majesty, do you mean that Prince Ji will repeat his old tricks?"

"My younger brother is determined to retaliate. How could he not fight back after being bullied? He dared to lead troops into the Jin Palace to kill the pheasant slaves. What else would he not dare to do?

If you say one day that he led troops to attack Tai Chi Palace, I won’t find it strange. "Li Tai smiled slightly.

"Yes, Your Majesty, I will take care of it in a moment."

Li Tai stood up and came to the door of the study and looked at the scenery outside.

"We must make good use of the sword of the Aspirational Chamber of Commerce. Although I know that he will not be able to kill Lao Shi, he will eventually be shattered by Lao Shi.

But I don’t want him to die too early. I hope this sword can compete with Lao Shiduo for a while and consume him more.

It would be better if I could chop him a few times.

By the way, how about the thing I asked you to do? "

Du Chuke stood up and came behind Li Tai and said respectfully:

"Go back to the prince, things are being done. Just like what the family said, the people we come into contact with are all tight-lipped.

If we talk to them in depth for a few words, they will become wary. We cannot get in touch with important people at all.

We planned several chance encounters but failed. Their workshop was too close, and it was almost impossible to come to the city. Everything was sold in Zhuangzi, and the price was much cheaper than in Chang'an City.

I heard that it was some kind of subsidy given by Prince Ji's Mansion. "

Du Chuke felt a little guilty, as the matter assigned by King Wei was not completed.

"Sigh~~ It seems that the only option is to use force, but there is no rush now. Let's focus on bribery first. Don't act rashly.

As a last resort, I don’t want to antagonize Lao Shi now, it’s not the right time yet. "