Chang 'an City gradually regained its bustling traffic. People came and went, and merchants came and went. Although it was still far from the prosperity of the past, the current Chang 'an City had at least settled down and was no longer chaotic like before. Especially Lan Changhe, who was extremely capable to begin with. Under Lan Changhe's bold and decisive actions, order was restored in Chang 'an City in a short period of time. Everything was rectified.
However, Lan Changhe had many things to do. Because order was restored, he needed to restore the business side. Especially after February, he had missed the best farming season. Now, he needed to replant in March to make up for the missing crops.
Even though there were few people in various places, he still needed to replant. If he could replenish some, he would. However, although the current Jingzhou could operate, its foundation was insufficient. After all, the Jingzhou Provincial Governor's Office's money was brought over from Li Daozong's Office. It was already good enough that it could operate.
If he wanted to collect taxes, he could only wait for the merchants to pay the taxes. Only then would there be enough tax. As for the extra tax, he needed to pay a portion of it. Otherwise, Lan Changhe wouldn't be able to solve it alone.
Now, Lan Changhe was worried about the grain seeds. The local people were poor, and countless strong men had been recruited. Every family had a hard time. Although there was land everywhere, the people were poor. They needed to plant the seeds, but there weren't enough seeds. Moreover, there weren't enough cows to plow the fields. Therefore, it was difficult.
In the main hall of the Provincial Governor's Office.
Lan Changhe gathered a group of officials for a discussion. However, this matter was debated for a long time, and in the end, it couldn't be settled.
They couldn't solve the grain seed problem.
Everyone's biggest suggestion was for Lan Changhe to ask Du Qi for help from the imperial court. After all, the current Jingzhou was poor. It wasn't incompetent to ask Du Qi for help.
However, Lan Changhe wasn't willing. To Lan Changhe, he governed Jingzhou in hopes of making some achievements. First, he had to solve the spring plowing, then solve the economic problem, and finally solve the loss of population. Finally, he had to strive to restore Chang 'an and even Jingzhou.
Lan Changhe waved his hand, and the officials left.
He sat alone in the main hall.
He was thinking about the follow-up arrangements.
Suddenly, Han Yun's figure appeared in Lan Changhe's mind. As Lan Changhe couldn't solve this problem himself, he could only ask for help. With this thought in mind, Lan Changhe didn't hesitate any longer and immediately ordered someone to prepare a carriage before heading directly to Han Yun's estate. When Lan Changhe arrived, the attendant went forward to report. Not long after, Han Yun personally came out to welcome him.
Han Yun was all smiles as he said, "Provincial Governor Lan, your presence brings light to my humble abode. Governor Lan, please! "
"Please!"
Lan Changhe replied with a smile.
The two of them walked together into the main hall and sat down.
Han Yun was now in Chang 'an. He was vaguely the leader of the merchants in Chang' an. Even in the entire Jingzhou region, Han Yun was the leader of the merchants. Even though Han Yun was not an official, his influence was not weak. After all, Han Yun had shown his face in front of Du Qi and received praise from Du Qi.
However, Han Yun was still as humble as ever. He did not show any signs of arrogance.
With a smile on his face, he said unhurriedly, "Provincial Governor Lan is a busy man, so busy that his feet never touch the ground. However, why is Provincial Governor Lan so free to come to my residence today? "
Lan Changhe went straight to the point, "Shopkeeper Han, I will not beat around the bush. The reason for my visit is very simple. Currently, there is a serious shortage of grain seeds in the treasury. The people are having a hard time and do not have enough seeds to farm. Therefore, I hope that Shopkeeper Han will not be stingy with his help this time and help the people of Chang 'an tide over this crisis. "
Han Yun asked, "How do you want me to help, Provincial Governor Lan?"
Lan Changhe said seriously, "In the name of Jingzhou's Provincial Governor, I want to borrow grain seeds from Shopkeeper Han. After this year's autumn harvest, I will return them to Shopkeeper Han. I wonder what Shopkeeper Han thinks about this? "
At this moment, footsteps were heard.
The housekeeper of the residence had entered.
The housekeeper entered the main hall and whispered something in Han Yun's ear. Han Yun nodded after listening, and the housekeeper turned to leave. Han Yun then looked at Lan Changhe and said, "Provincial Governor Lan, there was a small matter just now. Please forgive me."
Lan Changhe said, "It's fine!"
Shortly after, Lan Changhe said, "We need a large amount of grain seeds now. I wonder if Shopkeeper Han is willing to lend us the seeds. This involves the livelihood of countless elders in Jingzhou. I hope that Shopkeeper Han will not be stingy with his help. "
In fact, if Lan Changhe had enough influence, he only needed to say a word and these supplies would be transferred to the Provincial Governor's Residence. However, Lan Changhe had just taken office and did not have any influence. In addition, Han Yun and the other merchants had also made contributions for Du Qi's entry into Chang 'an. Therefore, it was difficult for Lan Changhe to deal with them.
Han Yun said, "Provincial Governor Lan, of course I'm willing to help you. After all, this involves the livelihood of the elders in Jingzhou. I'm willing to do my best to help. However, I have a piece of news here that might be related to Provincial Governor Lan. "
Lan Changhe immediately heaved a sigh of relief and said, "I thank Shopkeeper Han on behalf of the elders in Jingzhou for your help. Shopkeeper Han said that you have a piece of news that is related to me. What is it? "
Han Yun said, "The housekeeper just came to report that many grain merchants in Chang 'an have arrived outside the residence. They said that they want to see you about the grain seeds. Merchants are after profits. Based on my speculation, they are probably hoarding grain seeds to make a profit. They might even want to drive up the prices. After all, their leader is not a kind person. "
Lan Changhe's expression immediately turned cold.
Killing intent appeared in his eyes.
He was able to follow Li Daozong to fight in the north and south. He was not a kind person. When it was time to be decisive, he would be decisive. When it was time to be gentle, he would also be gentle. This was Lan Changhe's skill.
Han Yun's expression was gentle as he said slowly, "I've already told the news to Provincial Governor Lan. What to do is your business. Of course, I'm willing to cooperate with Provincial Governor Lan. "
Lan Changhe said, "Since that's the case, I'll ask Shopkeeper Han to meet them first. I'll listen in the side hall. Since they have a request, you should agree to it. After that, I'll discuss with Shopkeeper Han how to deal with them. "
Han Yun sighed in his heart.
As expected of the person chosen by Du Qi.
He immediately understood.
Han Yun had an apologetic expression as he nodded and said, "Since that's the case, I'll have to trouble Provincial Governor Lan for the time being."
Lan Changhe said, "I should be the one thanking Shopkeeper Han. There are countless merchants in the world, but merchants like Shopkeeper Han are few and far between. It's understandable that merchants are after profits. However, in my opinion, they should be clear about the timing. Right now, the commoners in Guanzhong are having a hard time, yet the merchants want to raise the price of grain seeds in an attempt to make money. This is robbing a burning house. "
Lan Changhe's tone was slightly stern as he continued, "The merchants are earning money from the commoners. If the commoners can't even survive and have no money, how many items can they buy? In the end, the merchants also have to rely on the commoners. It's mutually beneficial to them. These people are not broad-minded enough and are not as good as Shopkeeper Han. "
Han Yun said seriously, "Provincial Governor Lan praises me too much."
Immediately, Han Yun called for someone to bring Lan Changhe to the side hall beside the main hall to wait. Then, he arranged for someone to inform the grain merchants to enter. More than 20 people entered together. There were big merchants and small merchants. They were all doing business in Chang 'an.
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