As for the casinos, they were severely cracked down on by the imperial court.

It's a pity that human nature is good at gambling, and underground casinos are repeatedly banned.

The first article listed by Hua Xiong is to allow these green houses and underground casinos to be legal.

But the premise is to pay a large fee to the imperial court to obtain a business license.

Wang Yun pointed to the first method, coughed lightly, and said with some embarrassment,

"This way...... Isn't it a bit of a bad reputation? ”

"What's so bad about that?" Hua Xiong said disapprerovingly, "Underground casinos and green buildings are rampant, since they have been banned repeatedly, why not just formalize them?" ”

"Qinglou must give those women regular medical check-ups to prevent the spread of diseases. Underground casinos must be operated properly and must not lend usury. ”

"In this way, you can save a lot of trouble, and you can still get taxes, so why not?"

Hua Xiong's explanation made the ministers unable to say a reason for their opposition.

That's it, since it can solve the financial revenue, it's not good to have a bad reputation.

"Then what does this second article mean, opening a lottery bureau?"

Wang Yun asked curiously.

"Well, it's actually very simple."

Hua Xiong told Wang Yun the general process of the lottery in his previous life.

Wang Yun and the others were confused, and they didn't know if this method would work.

But since it was proposed by Hua Xiong, they couldn't refuse, so they could only nod their heads and agree.

"But the third article encourages merchants to do business, to circulate goods, to open markets in major cities, and to collect taxes. I'm afraid that's not good. ”

Cai Yong frowned.

"Yes, businessmen are profit-seeking, this kind of atmosphere is not good."

"This kind of atmosphere cannot arise, otherwise it will shake the foundation of the imperial court."

The ministers nodded in agreement.

Hua Xiong laughed, "Why is it bad to encourage business?" ”

"If business is encouraged, I'm afraid most people will go into business. There are fewer people who farm the land, and it is easy to cause famine. ”

Wang Yun explained with a frown.

In ancient times, a large reason for the emphasis on agriculture and the suppression of commerce was because the productive forces were underdeveloped, and agriculture was the foundation of the country.

Listening to Wang Yun's words, Hua Xiong leaned forward and leaned back with laughter.

This made Wang Yun a little unhappy.

"Why is the master laughing?"

"I'm laughing at you, it's too small."

Hua Xiong covered his stomach, and finally stopped laughing,

"With super wheat seeds, sweet potatoes and potatoes, do you think there will be a shortage of food in the future?"

"And if commerce is encouraged, the imperial court will be able to reap more tax revenue from it, so why not do it?"

Hua Xiong's words immediately stunned everyone.

Yes, with crops like sweet potatoes, potatoes, and super wheat, you don't have to worry about famine at all.

In that case, why should we oppose business?

According to the method listed by Hua Xiong, as long as the transaction is made, the tax can be extracted.

This can definitely solve the problem of financial difficulties.

Wang Yun and the others suddenly couldn't say any reason for opposition.

"Since everyone has no opinions, let's do things according to the rules I have listed."

Hua Xiong said with a smile.

……

The imperial court was quick to act.

First promulgated a decree allowing the legalization of green buildings and underground casinos.

Wang Yun and others originally thought that they would not collect much finance.

But they never expected that in Yongzhou alone, the fees paid by major green buildings and underground casinos for business licenses were astronomical.

Not to mention the management fee that will be paid voluntarily every month in the future.

The benefits of this regulation alone have greatly eased the financial constraints.

Subsequently, the imperial court issued regulations to encourage commercial behavior, and opened markets in several large cities such as Yongzhou and Liangzhou.

This move made the businessmen boil.

Countless merchants took the initiative to find the government and ask to pay taxes, just to have a place in the major markets.

In just half a month, the tax received by the imperial court completely solved the problem of financial difficulties!

……

At the morning meeting.

Cai Yong looked at the financial statements and closed his mouth excitedly.

"Taishi, the method you listed is really too second! It's only been half a month, and the financial problems of the imperial court have been solved, and there is even money left. ”

"Didn't I say it before, money is not an issue."

Hua Xiong touched his chin and said with a smile,

"Since there is still money left, then use it to raise the salary of all colleagues in the imperial court."

The financial difficulties of the imperial court are not difficult, in the final analysis, it has little to do with the ministers present.

However, the issue of wage increases really concerns the interests of all officials.

As soon as they heard this, the officials present were excited.

"Master Taishi is really considerate of his subordinates."

"It's an honor for my generation to serve under Master Taishi!"

In the praise of a group of ministers, Hua Xiong left the court meeting with a smile.

He came to the newly formed lottery office.

When Director Ma Teng heard Huaxiong's arrival, he didn't dare to delay in the slightest, and hurriedly came out to greet him.

"Meet Master Taishi!"

"Alright, excuse me."

Hua Xiong sat down straight on the chair, looked at Ma Teng, and asked,

"How's the recent lottery ticket sales going?"

Hearing Hua Xiong mention this matter, Ma Teng suddenly frowned.

"Returning to the Grand Master...... Sales are not very optimistic. ”

Hua Xiong took the account book from Ma Teng and looked at it carefully.

This is not only not optimistic, it is simply very ugly!

The issuance of lottery tickets, Huaxiong basically follows the rules of the previous life.

Each ticket is worth 100 copper coins, the first prize is 10,000 taels of silver, the second prize is 5,000 silver, and the third prize is 500 silver...... Wait a minute.

According to Huaxiong's vision, Chang'an City has a population of one million.

As long as half of the people buy lottery tickets, it is 50,000 taels of silver.

After deducting the cost and various bonuses, there are 30,000 taels of silver left.

It is held every three days, and it is 300,000 silver a month!

As long as it takes a month or two, the financial difficulties of the imperial court can be easily solved.

Huaxiong can even build a few more armies!

It's a pity that the imagination is beautiful, but the reality is cruel.

Now it has been held twice, and there are very few participants.

In total, less than 1,000 taels of silver were sold, and the prize money redeemed by lottery buyers alone was 3,000 taels.

It can only be described as a blood mother's loss!

"That's not going to work." Hua Xiong frowned.

Ma Teng nodded with a sad face,

"It's all because of the subordinates' bad behavior."

"Actually, you can't be blamed for this, it's the first time you've come into contact with this kind of thing."

Hua Xiong comforted a few words.

"Taishi, what should we do now?" Ma Teng asked.

"Looks like I'm going to have to do it myself."

Hua Xiong muttered to himself.

He stood up and went out with Ma Teng and the others.

In order to ensure fairness and justice, the lottery was drawn in a square in Chang'an City.

Hua Xiong first ordered a number of soldiers to beat gongs and drums along the streets of the city to propagandize.

The ancients had little activity, and as soon as they heard that the imperial master was going to hold a lottery ceremony, they all flocked to it.

Soon the square was crowded with people.