Lu Bu found a place to sit down and analyzed: "The copper coins in the two states of Xu and Yang are billions, and the two states of Jingjiao should be about the same, and there should be no problem in preparing for the issuance of four billion banknotes." However, it is necessary to supervise officials at all levels, and do not abuse power for personal gain; if a large amount of paper money is withheld and then hit the market, the people will suffer losses and prices will depreciate. ”

"What the lord said is reasonable, then issue four billion." Xiao He responded.

He Shicheng also stated that within a month, the banknotes would be printed and handed over to the Department of the Interior.

Churchill and Pan Jinlian cooperated.

"I've come here to discuss another matter with my father-in-law."

"My lord, please speak."

Lu Budao: "The people of Jingjiao and the two states are different from the people of Xu and Yang, they owe a lot of debts under the governance of Liu Bei and Sun Quan. It will cause them to work hard for a huge debt for a few years or more than a decade. I hope to lend 500 million yuan to the people of Jingjiao and the two prefectures, so that they can develop rapidly. ”

"The minister doesn't really understand what the lord means, can you explain it in detail?"

Xiao He heard 500 million, and the chrysanthemum tightened. Subconsciously be vigilant.

Qiu Ji, He Shicheng, and Pan Jinlian also looked puzzled.

Lu Bu explained: "The people of Jingjiao and the two states had a very difficult time before they surrendered to us, because there were exploitation by the big families and taxes stipulated by the government. Even if you are lucky enough to work hard for a year, there will be no leftovers. This leads to poorer poor people and richer riches. If we suppress the clans, lower our taxes, and lend money to the people to pay off their debts, we will make them rich in an instant. Just like Xu and Yang, farming is farming, opening shops, and even setting up factories. As long as you have money, there is nothing you can't do. ”

"In this way, the benefits are numerous. Let the princes of the world see what kind of life the people will live after they surrender to us. It can be used to win the hearts of the people of Jingjiao and the two states. It can strengthen our regime and the position of paper money. ”

"The most important thing is that with only 500 million banknotes, you can make the people of Jingjiao and the two states rich, don't you think it's a good deal?"

Lu Bu explained.

Xiao He said: "The minister understands that the lord wants to help the people of Jingjiao and the two states, repay all the debts, and lend them money to open shops and factories. But in this way, the people owe us 500 million, when will we be able to pay it back? ”

Lu Bu smiled: "We are not short of money, what are we anxious about?" Anyway, the people of Xuyang and Yangzhou all deposit paper money in the bank, and we have more than a billion yuan of liquid capital, and we have billions of copper coins to squander. There are also major chambers of commerce in charge of Jin Lian, which are also making money day by day. Are you still afraid of making ends meet? ”

"Uh..." Pan Jinlian wanted to speak and stopped.

Lu Bu noticed: "Do you have something to say?" ”

"Nope."

Pan Jinlian originally wanted to say that after the sale of immortal wine was stopped, the business of the Chamber of Commerce was not good, and it could no longer support the expenses of the million-strong army. But seeing that Lu Bu insisted on lending money to the people of Jingjiao and the two states, it was not good to pour cold water. He swallowed back the rest of the words.

Lu Bu reacted, and didn't mention the matter of immortal wine, and asked, "What does my father-in-law think?" ”

"Now that the lord has made up his mind, the minister has nothing to say."

"Okay."

Lu Bu got up and said: "When the population of Jingjiao and the two prefectures is counted, the land is allocated, and the paper money is implemented, 500 million yuan will be lent out." However, when borrowing, it should be noted that for those who have no hukou, no land, no reputation, and their ancestral home is not in Jingzhou, they cannot open this opening, and specific candidates can be recommended by the Democratic League, after all, they know the local people best. ”

"No."

The people answered.

September of the seventh year of Jian'an.

The civil and military imperial examination organized by the Department of the Interior has finally kicked off.

Thousands of candidates gathered in Beicheng.

The literary examination is in the Ministry of Officials.

The martial arts examination is on campus.

Lu Bu was more concerned about the martial arts test, so he went straight to the school.

On the huge north school field, there are eight martial arts arenas. On each martial arts field, there are cowhide drums, landing platforms, and wooden guardrails. Within a radius of 500 meters from the martial arts arena, a cordon was set up, and two rows of Dragon Guard soldiers stood guard to prevent onlookers from breaking into the arena.

And outside the cordon, are the seats of the candidates.

Further out, there were onlookers and soldiers. Because the Ministry of Engineering has built a trapezoidal field, just like watching football, you can look down on the martial arts field, but you don't have to worry about the problem of obstructed sight.

In addition, there are special people to explain and convey the situation on the martial arts field, which will allow onlookers to clearly understand what happened in front of them.

Directly in front of the eight martial arts arenas is a huge handsome platform with more than 50 seats. There are high-ranking generals in the army and officials of the Department of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of War, and the Ministry of Officials, who are responsible for grading the candidates for the competition.

Lu Bu's arrival caused quite a stir.

Just like the arrival of the emperor in ancient times, there is music to the accompaniment, and there are people and soldiers who bow down and shout the general or long live. Even the high-ranking generals and officials on the platform all stood up together, and they definitely didn't dare to take the lead before Lu Bu sat down.

"It's all excused."

"Thank you, Lord."

After taking his seat, Lu Bu looked through the list of candidates and said, "Time is precious, and it is best to control it within two days." You can also look for candidates who are valued and can be hired exceptionally. ”

These words were said to several senior generals, including Xiang Yu, Fan Lihua, and Mu Guiying.

Xiang Yu asked in surprise: "The lord said that you can let the candidates join the broken military camp?" ”

"According to the rules, shouldn't you go to the Wuying Hall first, and then be matched by the soldiers?" Fan Lihua asked.

"The rules are set by people, and it doesn't hurt to change them."

Lu Bu said with a smile. In his heart, he thought: "There are enough people in Wuying Palace, if you absorb new people, then the amount of money to be distributed will be an astronomical amount." Besides, those who can enter the Wuying Hall are all senior generals who have made military exploits, or people with strong martial arts, which is an affirmation of their merits and abilities, and is a supreme glory. Rather than giving them to them, it is better to give them to the generals in the army who have achieved outstanding results. ”

Zhang Liang approached Lu Bu and reminded: "Lord, you gave these candidates to them, what about the Military Academy?" ”

"Oh yes..."

Lu Bu thought about it, and the general said, "I'll add one more thing. Regardless of whether the candidates are selected or not, you can only choose them after the military academy has finished selecting. ”

"Uh..."

Xiang Yu rolled his eyes.

Li Cunxiao said: "Then there is no need to choose. With the viciousness of Mr. Zifang's vision, he will not let go of any talent, and when he finishes choosing, the rest is all waste. ”

(End of chapter)