Such a trivial matter also directly affects the lives of ordinary people.

I must always keep in mind the aspirations of the people and put the people first, so that we can truly benefit the community.

Half a month later, with the gradual completion of the second phase of road renovation, the old streets of Fengyang City have basically been replaced with spacious and smooth cement roads, which greatly facilitates the travel of the people.

On this day, Chu Ze took Zhao Si to the newly renovated West City to inspect the situation here.

I saw that the main street of the West Market was wide and clean, with pedestrians, cars and horses coming and going, and it was very lively.

, the variety of goods is dazzling.

Chu Ze walked into a store, and the shopkeeper said excitedly: "Oh, the prince is here in person, it's really a long way to go!" Please come in, please come in! ”

"Is your business okay?" Chu Ze asked with a smile.

"Very good!" The shopkeeper nodded again and again: "After the completion of the new road, the number of foreign vendors has more than doubled, and our business is becoming more and more prosperous!" ”

"Haha, it seems that this new road has directly led to your business." Chu Ze said with a smile.

"Exactly!" The shopkeeper said happily: "If it weren't for the prince who transformed our old alley into a cement avenue, our small shop would not know when it would have been able to usher in today's grand occasion!" ”

"You're right, this new road has given the West Market a new look." Chu Ze said with satisfaction.

The shopkeeper thought to himself: The prince not only started to expand the road, but also came to visit us small people in person.

He really thinks about the people, and such a good official who is people-oriented is commendable!

At this time, a group of vendors also gathered on the side of the street and talked about it.

"Oops, this new road is so wide, my car can be pushed straight, it's so convenient!" An aunt who sells vegetables said.

"Yes, yes, unlike the narrow, pitted dirt road before, my basket keeps falling!" A hawker chimed in.

"Haha, I think our days are going to get better!" A craftsman smiled and said, "This is a good road, and there will be more customers!" ”

"Yes, with this cement road, my business will definitely be more prosperous!" The other peddler laughed as well

After the completion of the road reconstruction in Fengyang City, the people saw the many advantages of cement in construction and road repair, such as beautiful appearance, smooth and hard, etc., and were deeply inspired.

As a result, many ordinary people or families who need to build houses have asked the government whether they can buy cement to build houses.

On this day, Zhao Si said to Chu Ze: "Lord Wang, many people outside have come to ask if they can buy cement to build houses, and it seems that the people have a strong demand for this new type of building materials." Perhaps we could consider wholesale cement to them, which would also generate revenue for the treasury. ”

Chu Ze nodded and said, "Your proposal is very good, it can not only meet the needs of the people, but also alleviate the current financial constraints." We will approve the sale to the people and the world, but we must control the selling price and not overdo it. ”

"Exactly! The minister will go to implement the arrangement. Zhao Si said respectfully.

As a result, the Chuze royal palace soon approved the private sale of cement.

The people of Fengyang rushed to buy it and use it to repair or build houses.

A common man said to a neighbor: "I plan to renovate the house, how about buying this cement?" I see that the newly renovated houses on the street are all sturdy and beautiful. ”

The neighbor nodded and said, "You can buy it, I also bought a few packs a few days ago, the quality is very good, and the effect of painting the wall is great!" Our old house can finally be renovated! ”

At this time, a friend also came over and said, "I heard that the prince of Chu will control the price of cement and not rise." This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so let's buy some and use them back! ”

The three of them laughed and went to buy cement.

Other people also used it to repair their houses, and for a while, Fengyang City was filled with the sound of building houses with joy.

At the same time, some large families also seized the opportunity to buy cement to build mansions.

A family lord said to his family: "The prince of Chu personally advocated the use of cement, and its benefits can be seen. Let's take this opportunity to renovate the old house, and use cement inside and outside to ensure that the style is extraordinary! ”

"Exactly!" The son echoed: "With this new building material, we can build the most luxurious and magnificent house, showing our status!" ”

"Haha, then we must be the highest standard house in the city, which is impressive!" The old man said with a smile.

In this way, after the promotion and use of cement, both the common people and the powerful families have made full use of this new high-quality building materials, and have used it to improve their living conditions, so that Fengyang City is full of new and hope.

At the same time, cement sales have also brought significant revenue to the Chuze Palace, which has eased the recent financial constraints caused by road renovations.

Zhao Si reported: "Lord Wang, cement sales are progressing smoothly, and a considerable amount of silver has entered the treasury. This can enrich military supplies and develop other undertakings! ”

"Very well, you did a good job!" Chu Ze said with a smile: "While cement can benefit the people, it also contributes to the national finance, killing two birds with one stone." ”

Zhao Si said respectfully: "Thanks to your advocacy of cement, the people will accept and buy it like this!" This is thanks to the foresight of the prince! ”

Chu Ze waved his hand and said: "You have won the award, I just let the people realize the benefits of cement." ”

After the emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, who was far away in the capital, learned that Fengyang City used cement to renovate roads and the people used cement to build houses, he greatly appreciated it, frequently praised Chu Ze for his foresight, and specially summoned the Ministry of Industry Shangshu to discuss the promotion of cement in the capital.

After the end of the day, Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and asked the Ministry of Industry Shangshu: "Good question, do you know that Fengyang Chuze has recently vigorously promoted a new building material called cement?" The old man saw that he used cement to rebuild the roads in the city, and the effect was excellent, and the people also used cement to build houses, which was very popular. Have you heard of it? ”

The Ministry of Industry Shangshu hurriedly replied respectfully: "Thank you for telling the Holy Lord, the minister has indeed heard about it." It is said that Chu Ze vigorously promoted the use of cement in Fengyang, which was well received by the people, which shows that this cement must be outstanding. The minister is planning to suggest to His Majesty that the use of cement be promoted in the capital as well, so that the people can benefit. The minister was stupid and failed to start the holy in time, and he still hoped for Mingjian. ”

"Haha, you and I have the same idea!" Zhu Yuanzhang laughed and said: "The old man also thinks that this cement is practical, high quality and low price, which can not only be used for palace construction, but also can be sold to the people to increase the treasury." Why don't we follow the example of Fengyang Chuze and vigorously develop the cement industry in the capital to benefit the community! ”

Shangshu of the Ministry of Industry hurriedly kowtowed and said, "Your Majesty is wise! The minister immediately began to arrange for the construction of a cement factory around the capital, and sent his henchmen to visit Fengyang to learn the formula and production method of cement from Chu Ze. (End of chapter)