Late June. It's getting hot.

Early in the morning, all the civil and military gathered in the hall for a regular court meeting.

In the past, there was a court meeting every morning, just like the emperor went to court. Lu Bu was troublesome, so he changed it to once every three days. If there is an emergency military situation, it can be discussed at any time.

"At this morning's meeting, I will say two things. First, the selection of talents through the imperial examination, regardless of whether they are high or low, must be fair, just, and open. The elected officials must be evaluated twice, and those who have both ability and political integrity can become officials. Second, the construction progress of Beicheng is too slow, and it is necessary to speed up the speed and strive to complete it within two months. ”

Lu Bu took the position and spoke.

There were more than 20 officials standing below, with Xiao He as the leader and Xiang Yu as the leader.

Xiao He said: "Students from all over the world have come to Shouchun one after another to take the exam in early July. The minister has already arranged everything, and there will be no problems. ”

"Well, with Lord Xiao's invigilation, I'm relieved." Lu Bu nodded, and set his eyes on Yan Zhi, the director of the Construction Division.

Yan Zhi understood and said: "The construction of the North City has been carried out halfway. If the materials are sufficient, it can be completed within two months. ”

Lu Bu asked, "Is the material enough?" ”

"Not enough."

"How much is missing?"

Yan Zhi arched his hand and said: "Back to the lord, all kinds of materials are missing, and there is still a gap of 70 million yuan." ”

He glanced at Zhang Fan, as if he was a little worried, but he still said truthfully: "The minister has gone to Ling Yin's Mansion four times, but Lord Zhang said... There is no money left. ”

Zhang Pan wanted to stand up and explain.

Lu Bu pressed his hand and said, "I will find a way to deal with money." I will pay you 70 million in a month, and you have to promise me that it will be completed in September. ”

"No."

At the end of the court meeting, Lu Bu left Xiao He, Zhang Feng, and Yan Zhi behind.

When he came to the study, Lu Bu took out a few pieces of paper and put them on the table.

Xiao He looked at it. The paper is five inches long and two inches wide, with patterns painted on both sides and covered with jade seals.

"What is this?"

Xiao He looked puzzled.

Yan Zhi and Zhang Feng were silent.

Lu Bu said: "This is called paper money. Didn't you see what it says, one money, five money, ten money, twenty money, fifty money, one hundred money. This is the denomination of paper money, the same as the copper coins in our storeroom. ”

"Hehe... How can this be the same? Xiao He couldn't cry or laugh. Just write an amount on paper, and it's money? Then what kind of fairy wine do you have to sell, just make money directly.

"Why is it different?"

Xiao He said: "The money in the treasury can buy everything you want to buy." This is waste paper. ”

"It's waste paper now, and it won't be in two days." Lu Bu said with a serious face: "I want to reform the currency system, confiscate all the money in Xu and Yang, and implement paper money!" ”

When it comes to currency reform, maybe Zhang Feng and Yan Zhi don't understand, but Xiao He is very clear.

During the reign of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, the currency system was chaotic and the treasury could not make ends meet, so he carried out six currency reforms successively to make the treasury full.

But this thing is a two-sided knife.

After the introduction of paper money, you have money in your hands, and you can do whatever you want. But the people take your banknotes, and they can only use them on your territory, and when they go elsewhere, no one recognizes them. If you are defeated, the money in the hands of the people will really become waste paper.

Moreover, the people will not be so stupid, exchanging copper coins for paper money, and if they don't do well, they will have to rebel.

"Think twice, this is tantamount to robbing the people, how is it different from a thief?" Xiao He's face was shocked, and he spoke to stop it.

"Am I like a thief?" Lu Bu stood up and said: "I can guarantee that the two states of Xu and Yang, not an inch of land will be lost, and the people will be able to use the paper money for generations." What's the difference between this and using copper coins? ”

"And copper coins are too heavy, and they are troublesome to use, so they are not as good as paper money."

"But the people don't want to! If the reform is forced, I am afraid that it will arouse public anger. Xiao He said.

"Yes, my lord, no one would want to exchange waste paper for copper coins." Hikochi also said.

"Who told you this is scrap paper?" Lu Bu's eyes were cold.

Yan Zhi snorted: "Humble and gaffe." ”

"Of course, you have a point. Currency reform requires caution. ”

Lu Bu took a deep breath and said, "I'm going to take two steps. First, build momentum first. Publicize various policies to benefit the people and establish the prestige of the government. Write a report to every general and every army, count their exploits, and let the people know that our generals and our army are invincible. Second, a 'People's Bank of China' was set up and 20 of the most prestigious people were hired to serve in it. Anyone who takes paper money to the bank can exchange it for copper coins. ”

"If the people all take the paper money to the bank, you have to return all the copper money to them, isn't it in vain?" Xiao He suddenly grasped the key point.

"That's a good question." Lu Bu smiled and said, "I will issue an order to prohibit the circulation of copper coins in the territory of Xu and Yang Prefectures. Violators will be punished according to law! ”

Hiss...

Xiao He, Yan Zhi, and Zhang Feng all gasped.

"As a result, there are fewer people going to the bank to exchange money. Even if there is, it is ready to be consumed elsewhere. Lu Bu added.

Xiao He thought about it seriously, but it actually felt pretty good. If the people don't make trouble, paper money can be smoothly implemented. At that time, all the money in Xu Yang and the two states will be collected to the Assassin's Mansion, and there will be no need to worry about the money.

"The minister suggests that you try it in Shouchun City first, and if it is feasible, then push it to another place." Xiao He said cautiously.

"Okay, just according to my father-in-law's words."

didn't expect Xiao He to compromise so quickly, Lu Bu was secretly happy.

He looked at Zhang Feng and said, "You go to Zhang Fan, opposite the Assassin's Mansion, open a 'People's Bank of Huaxia', how to decorate and plan, I will tell you again." ”

"No."

"Ask the carpenters if they know how to carve. If so, bring him to me, and the price will triple the price. Lu Bu's gaze turned to Yan Zhi again.

"No."

Xiao why don't you understand, what to do if you are looking for someone who can carve? But since Lu Bu said so, he must have his own reasoning, and he didn't ask much.

After the arrangement, Zhang Feng and Yan Zhi each performed their own affairs.

Xiao He was busy with scientific research.

Lü Bu went to Nancheng and bought a large courtyard to serve as a temporary printing house.

this day.

The site of the scientific expedition.

Xiao He was about to announce the exam questions, and Lu Bu took a piece of paper and walked into the examination room.

"Lord, why are you here?" In public, he still salutes very respectfully.

Lu Bu ignored him, unfolded the paper in his hand, faced the 1,300 students present, and said: "There are twenty questions in this exam, and the first question is invincible Li Yuanba. The second question, wisdom and bravery, God Xiang Yu. The third question, the women's general Fan Lihua. Question 4.... ”

When Lu Bu finished reading, everyone was stupid.

Twenty questions, that is, twenty articles, each article is 2,000 words, and 40,000 words must be written.

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