Five years of county magistrate, 100 million catties of grain shocked Li Shimin

Chapter 333 This is the Only Chance to Surpass Five Surnames and Seven Hopes
After deciding on the plan, everyone started the next day.

First of all, Fang Yuan's side, he held a meeting immediately after he arrived at the household department.

Although Tang Jian has submitted his resignation, it will take another month for him to go through the process, but he is still not in the household department.

Therefore, when Fang Yuan held a meeting, including Cui Zhentang had to attend, it was full of people.

"I checked the state treasury in the past few days and found that there is still some money."

"Chang'an City is the center of the Tang Dynasty, but the roads are a hundred and eight thousand miles away from Liaozhou."

"Everyone, I think it's time to build roads for Chang'an City, what do you think?"

Fang Yuan knocked on the table, said loudly.

Building roads is a method, using the Ministry of Households as an excuse to invest, secretly asking the world's famous families to invest.

As soon as it comes and goes, money enters the imperial treasury from the hands of the world's famous families and fills the imperial treasury.

"Lord Fang, the roads in Chang'an City are pretty good, so there's no need to invest money in them, right?"

"The lower officials feel the same way. There is not much money in the national treasury now. We need to save and save."

"Liaozhou is just a lower state. Even if the road to the lower state is good, how much better can it be? Master Fang just joked."

A group of household officials made comments.

Although there is no explicit objection, the meaning is already obvious.

And when these officials spoke, they all secretly looked at Cui Zhentang.

It is conceivable that they are showing their loyalty to Cui Zhentang and following Cui Zhentang's lead.

"As an official of the Ministry of Household Affairs, who controls Datang's finances, I think that without investigation, I have no right to speak."

"The development of Liaozhou in the past few years is the fastest among the 327 states in the Tang Dynasty. There is a big difference between now and a few years ago."

Fang Yuan glanced over the officials who spoke, and said calmly.

Not long ago, he went back to Liaozhou, otherwise he would not have dared to speak like this.

The change in Liaozhou is definitely the biggest change among so many states in Datang.

With Liaozhou as an example, it is much easier for Fang Yuan to realize his ideas.

"Even so, it's not time to build roads. The treasury has no money now."

The officials looked at each other and said in a deep voice.

"If you don't build roads, you will be ridiculed by the world that Chang'an is not as good as Liaozhou?"

"I will do my best to promote this matter, and I will take care of any accidents. Do you have any opinions?"

Fang Yuan sneered.

After the words fell, the officials talked and whispered.

Many people looked at Cui Zhentang who was sitting next to Fang Yuan, seeing that they didn't get the instruction, they didn't object any more.

Since Fang Yuan said that he would take care of any accidents, it is not impossible for Fang Yuan to take care of it.

And Fang Yuan also said that he will try his best to promote it, their objection is actually meaningless.

"Since there is no objection, the matter of road construction will be passed in this way, and the official will keep an eye on him the whole time."

"There is another matter. I decided to implement the community housing changes introduced some time ago, and sell the land to the world's famous families to build communities."

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

Land finance is managed by the Ministry of Households.

The purchase and sale of land is also in charge of the household department.

But before the deal is concluded, the emperor's nod is needed.

"Fang Shilang, building a community requires a lot of land, and I think it's impossible."

Cui Zhentang said calmly.

He can ignore what Fang Yuan said about building roads.

Because road construction will only be invested in it like a bottomless pit, and it is difficult to make money.

But building a community is different. It requires a lot of money in the early stage of construction, and the return will be several times in the later stage.

Many people in the world already know about the houses in the Liaozhou community, and the five surnames and Qiwang are well-informed, and they have known for a long time.

As for the housing in the community, they also have ideas within the five surnames and Qiwang, planning to build high-rise buildings for their own family members, and let people of the same family live in the same building and so on.

"Lord Fang, the lower officials also think it's impossible."

"Lord Fang, no."

The officials objected one by one.

Fang Qingping was still close to Fang Yuan, his expression became ugly.

There were not many of them in the first place, and after Cui Zhentang was rumored to succeed the Minister of the Household Department, the number decreased.

"This matter is not my opinion alone, it is approved by His Majesty."

Fang Yuan glanced at those who objected, and sneered in his heart.

Cui Zhentang has a lot of support, and [-]% of the people in the household department are biased towards him.

"His Majesty's approval?"

Everyone was shocked and whispered to each other.

In the end, I looked to Cui Zhentang, and Cui Zhentang made the decision.

"Since His Majesty approves, then I have no objection."

"But the treasury has no money, what does your majesty think?"

Cui Zhentang frowned slightly, and said in a deep voice.

He thought just now, Fang Yuan proposed to build roads, and also proposed to build a community.

It is probably because he is afraid that he will take away his power after he ascends to power, and now he is seeking a way out.

But now after hearing that it was Li Shimin's approval, Cui Zhentang immediately felt that something was wrong.

There may be things I don't know about.

"Your Majesty has no idea, but let our household department discuss it on our own."

Fang Yuan smiled slightly, and said calmly.

"Self-discussion?"

"But I'm busy recently, so I'm afraid I won't be able to participate in it."

Cui Zhentang frowned deeper, shook his head and said.

He felt even more unusual in these two things.

So he decided not to support Fang Yuan, so that Fang Yuan's affairs could not be done.

As long as Tang Jian succeeds in resigning, the Minister of the Household Department will fall on his head and the dust will fall to the ground.

"Lord Fang, I have a lot of things to do recently, and I'm afraid I'll neglect the implementation of the construction of the community. Can you extend the time?"

The officials followed Cui Zhentang's words one after another.

Fang Qingping and the others looked at them, blushing with anger, glaring at them.

"It's okay, I will also check this matter personally, as long as I have an officer."

Fang Yuan waved his hand, said calmly.

Seeing this, everyone was even more surprised.

Fang Yuan did these actions when Cui Zhentang was about to take over, was he dying?
Afterwards, the meeting ended, everyone dispersed, and the atmosphere in the household department became even more depressing.

After the meeting ended, Fang Yuan in the office called Fang Qingping and the others.

"Post up the announcement of road construction and community building, and publicize it as much as possible."

Fang Yuan ordered.

Time is running out, and everything must be implemented as soon as possible.

One month, only 30 days.

"My lord, do you have any thoughts?"

Fang Qingping didn't go down immediately, but asked excitedly in a low voice.

"I have an idea, but I'm not sure if it can be realized."

"You said yesterday to look for evidence, don't stop."

Fang Yuan didn't show his cards, he waved his hands.

"The officer will leave!"

Fang Qingping left excitedly.

Although Fang Yuan said that he was not sure if it could be realized.

But having a method and not having a method are two different things.

Not long after, the household department's announcement was sent out and spread throughout Chang'an City.

All the officials down to the common people knew that the imperial court wanted to build roads and communities.

Li Shimin was surprised when he heard the news, but after thinking about it, he knew it was Fang Yuan's method.

Anyway, the treasury doesn't have much money now, so it's impossible for the treasury to invest in road construction and community building.

Then let Fang Yuan do it, he can do whatever he wants, I will only give him a month.

Dugu family.

A family known as the Queen's Family.

The root of this family is not in Chang'an City, but there are branches in Chang'an City.

In fact, many aristocratic families in the world do not have their roots in Chang'an City, but they all have branches in Chang'an City.

Chang'an City is the capital of the empire, and every family will keep an eye on the movements of the court to ensure that they can understand the direction of the empire faster.

At this moment, Fang Yuan is personally visiting the Dugu family, meeting with the person in charge of the Dugu family in Chang'an City, Dugu Bo.

"Master Fang, why are you here in person?"

Dugu Bo greeted Fang Yuan himself, very politely.

Although it is now rumored that Cui Zhentang is going to sit on the position of Minister of the Household Department.

But this has no effect on their respect for Fang Yuan.

They respect Fang Yuan because Fang Yuan is the servant of the household department and has strong hard power.

"Brother Dugu, you didn't disturb me, did you?"

Fang Yuan smiled lightly.

This is the eldest son of the Dugu family, the future patriarch of the Dugu family.

He committed some crimes a few years ago, and was arranged by Dugu's family to exercise in Chang'an City, and he never went back.

"No, no, please come inside."

Dugu Bo shook his head, inviting Fang Yuan to enter.

"Brother Dugu also bought bicycles and tricycles?"

Fang Yuan and Dugu Bo walked into Dugu Mansion, saw several bicycles and tricycles in the yard.

"Yes."

"Bicycles and tricycles are really rare and magical, and the Mohist Research Institute is really powerful."

Dugu Bo looked at the bicycle and sighed.

The people in the house learned that the Mohist Research Institute had launched bicycles and tricycles and informed him.

He didn't think about it at first, but Dugu's family had plenty of money, and a few hundred bicycles was not a problem at all, so he bought a few back.

After coming back, Dugu Bo looked at the miracle and tried it himself. He felt that it was really magical and practical, which could greatly improve the convenience of life.

In this regard, Dugu Bo wanted to order a batch to send back to his family.

So seeing Fang Yuan coming, he was quite polite, after all Fang Yuan is the real master of the Mohist Academy.

"It's good that brother Dugu likes it."

Fang Yuan laughed.

One can see the whole body at a glance, and if families like the Dugu family pay attention, then other families must also pay attention.

This is great news for bicycles and tricycles, which will become bestsellers in a short time.

"I like it very much."

"Master Fang just arrived, can I directly order [-] bicycles and [-] tricycles from you?"

Dugu Bo spoke directly.

The Dugu family is a big family, and [-] bicycles and [-] tricycles are actually not enough.

But now the price of a bicycle is 399, and the price of a tricycle is 499, which is a very high bill, almost exceeding his authority in Chang'an City.

"It must be fine."

"But there are a lot of people ordering now, and I'm afraid it will take one and a half months to deliver."

Fang Yuan thought for a while and said.

He actually didn't know the order status of bicycles and tricycles.

But since the Dugu family is interested in it, other families must also be interested in it.

"It's ok."

Dugu Bo laughed.

Invite Fang Yuan to sit down and have tea and pastries prepared.

"Brother Dugu, I'm here this time because I have something else to discuss with you."

Fang Yuan said seriously.

The Dugu family is a big family.

If the Five Surnames and Seven Wangs are the top families.

Then the Dugu family is a first-class family, second only to the top family.

It is not good to find five surnames and seven people in road construction and community construction, and they may find out the truth.

A first-class family like the Dugu family is the best partner, they have strength and manpower.

"Master Fang, please tell me."

Dugu Bo asked curiously.

He was also wondering why Fang Yuan came to find him?

"Excuse me, Brother Dugu, have you received the imperial court's notice to build roads and residential areas?"

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

"Got it, does the imperial court want our aristocratic family to build a community?"

Dugu Bo nodded and asked.

He can guess some information about the court.

And for building a community, Dugu Bo also has some ideas.

But having an idea is one thing, and being able to do it is another.

Right now the Dugu family is not in charge of him, and he can't do whatever he wants.

"good."

"I'm looking for Brother Dugu personally this time, because I want to talk to Brother Dugu about building roads and building communities."

Fang Yuan looked at Dugu Bo, nodded and said.

"Master Fang, to tell you the truth, I have no idea about building roads, but am interested in building communities."

"But whether I have an idea or interest, I can't decide on such a large scale. You have found the wrong person."

Dugu Bo shook his head and smiled wryly.

"Brother Dugu, you can give your opinion to the clan."

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

He had investigated Dugu Bo, who was only a few years older than himself.

He is the eldest son of the Dugu family, and the most likely candidate to inherit the Dugu family in the future.

Such a person must have a great say in Dugu's family, so Fang Yuan was the first to come to him.

"Those in the clan are all old foxes. They only think about whether they have benefits, not whether they are interested."

"Road construction is a big investment, and the cost is extremely high. It is only a convenience, and it is difficult to bring in income. They will not agree."

"They may think about building a community, but the risk is very high, and they may not agree. It is almost a waste of time for me to ask them."

Dugu Bo shook his head and said.

There was a bit of powerlessness and anger in his eyes.

"Brother Dugu, building roads is actually very easy to bring in income."

Fang Yuan smiled and said.

"Oh? I'd like to hear about it."

Dugu Bo was taken aback for a moment, and asked curiously.

"First of all, let me ask you, do you think bicycles and tricycles will become popular?"

Fang Yuan asked with a smile.

"definitely will!"

"I dare not say that everyone owns one, but there must be many people."

Dugu Bo nodded solemnly.

Things that can bring great convenience to people will definitely hit the street.

Three, 400 yuan, is not a problem for the rich, but for the poor, they can still buy it.

"Whether it is a bicycle, a tricycle, or a new type of car that will be launched in the future, they are easy to drive on flat roads, and they can be easily driven on ordinary dirt roads."

"If you can drive on the road at this time, people will definitely be very happy. At this time, the road built will start charging again. After a long time, do you think it will pay back?"

Fang Yuan said with a smile.

Road repair, some places can be free, but some places can be charged.

It is impossible for all investment to be for charity, and there must be a payback.

"It certainly can't be charged a high fee."

"It's cheap, how many years will it take to pay back?"

Dugu Bo's eyes lit up, but soon he had a new idea.

"For your big family, what is ten years, 20 years, 30 years?"

"And I think that building roads and building communities is the only chance for your first-class family to surpass the five surnames and seven expectations."

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

After the words fell, Dugu Bo's eyes widened instantly.

(End of this chapter)