Li Yuan no longer asked about the road construction and said, "Erlang, how long do you think it will take to build the road from Chang 'an to Lantian County?"
At this moment, Li Yuan's eyes were filled with expectation.
If it could really be completed and achieve the effect that Du Qi said, this road construction would be promoted to the entire Tang dynasty, and the Tang dynasty's control over the four sides would also be strengthened accordingly.
The inconvenience of the road was the reason that hindered the control of various places. Once something happened, it was very difficult to deal with it in time. After all, the road was blocked, and news was not well-received. But if the road was unobstructed, the situation would undergo earth-shaking changes.
Du Qi said, "Your Majesty, I don't know how long it will take to complete it for the time being. What I can guarantee is that the construction of this road will be completed within half a year. "
"Half a year?"
At this moment, Li Jiancheng stood up.
There was a smile on his face.
According to the situation in previous years, the construction of this road in the past basically took nearly a year, and it was to enlist corvee labor. But Du Qi was different, he paid for it himself. Under such circumstances, to build the road in half a year, in Li Jiancheng's view, it was simply impossible to complete.
Li Jiancheng said with a smile, "Du Qi, do you dare to make a military pledge? The road construction is not a small matter, it is related to the imperial court's big plan. You said half a year, if you can't complete it within half a year … "
Originally, Li Jiancheng was quite proud of himself when he spoke. But as soon as he spoke, Li Yuan was already staring at Li Jiancheng, his gaze was deep, revealing a thought-provoking meaning.
At first, Li Jiancheng did not notice.
But halfway through, after Li Jiancheng noticed, his cheeks twitched, and the words he had just spoken abruptly stopped, and then he obediently retreated to the side.
Li Yuan snorted, very dissatisfied with Li Jiancheng's attitude.
As the crown prince, he must have a plan.
Li Jiancheng seized the opportunity to target Du Qi, and even wanted to press Du Qi to death, which made Li Yuan very dissatisfied.
In front of everyone, Li Yuan said in a deep voice, "Crown Prince, you are the country's crown prince, you must be clear that what Du Qi does is beneficial to the country and the people. This kind of thing should be vigorously supported and given help in all aspects. Why did you ask Erlang to make a military order? Your actions do not reflect the breadth of mind of a Crown Prince, nor do they reflect the grace and magnanimity of the court. "
Li Jiancheng's face twitched.
He was being criticized again.
He looked at Du Qi with great resentment, then turned to look at Li Yuan and said, "Imperial Father's teachings, this son will remember them in my heart."
Li Yuan said, "Not only do you have to remember, you also have to be clear about one thing, and that is to carry out your words, you have to carry out the instructions that We gave you. You always say that you remember, but every time, you do it knowingly. "
Li Jiancheng's face burned as he was criticized in front of everyone. Especially as he was the Crown Prince, Li Yuan's words greatly affected the Crown Prince's position, but Li Jiancheng could only stand at attention and take the beating, not daring to say the least bit.
After Li Yuan criticized Li Jiancheng, his gaze landed on Du Qi and said, "Erlang, since you said half a year, then We will give you half a year's time. We believe you."
"In short, the matter of road repair, that is a good thing that benefits the country and the people, We fully support it."
"Especially since you are willing to take money to do this matter, Your loyalty, righteousness, courage, and patriotism, We cannot thank you enough. If you have any need for help, if you need We to coordinate, just enter the palace at any time. "
"This matter, you have to arrange it as soon as possible. After the beginning of spring, we will start to arrange this matter and arrange it."
Li Yuan appeared to be very happy.
Because he had expectations.
Du Qi said, "This subject will remember Your Majesty's teachings, I will definitely not disappoint Your Majesty's high hopes."
Li Yuan said, "We look forward to your actions, it's just that you have to be busy with the matter of road repair, you cannot go north for the time being. During this period of time, I will have to trouble you again. "
Du Qi said, "To be able to have something to do is this young one's honor, and it is something that benefits the country and the people."
Li Yuan heard Du Qi's words, stroked the beard under his chin, nodded and said, "Everyone, you are all clan relatives in the court, the mainstay of the court. You have all heard Erlang's words, you should all learn from Erlang. He has this kind of patriotism, I hope you all are the same, to serve the country, regardless of your personal gains and losses. "
"This subject will remember Your Majesty's teachings."
Everyone opened their mouths in unison.
Although each and every one of them said so, in reality, it was unknown what they were thinking in their hearts.
After all, Du Qi did this, it was their own loss.
It was not something that ordinary people were willing to do.
The matter of road repair was settled, the banquet still continued. In the afternoon, in the evening, the banquet ended, everyone left separately. After Li Jiancheng, Li Yuanji, Li Shentong, and the others left first, Li Shimin left the Imperial City and called Du Qi to stop.
Li Shimin said, "Erlang, the matter of road repair is beneficial to the country and the people. But this cost is at least 1.5 million strings of string of cash, such a huge expense, even if you have money, even if you make a fortune every day, can you afford it? "
Du Qi laughed and said, "Your Highness, I have never done business at a loss. Although it involves giving money to the people who work, in reality, it is also limited. The real big head is in the materials. "
"All the materials for road repair are made by my subordinates. Therefore, for this matter, the general direction is to change left and right. Even if there will be a lot of losses, it will be worth it. "
"The most important thing is, after the road from Chang 'an to Lantian County is repaired, the cement developed by my subordinates will not have to worry about sales. When the time comes, countless people will come to buy it. "
"Making money does not necessarily have to focus on the present, but also on the future."
Du Qi said seriously, "Moreover, after the road is repaired, I will collect toll fees from caravans passing by, and can also make a lot of money. In short, Your Highness need not worry. Moreover, my industry has already taken shape, even if the consumption is huge, it will not affect much. "
Li Shimin said, "It's good that you understand. In short, it is best to be careful when doing things."
"Thank you for your concern, Your Highness."
Du Qi cupped his hands and thanked him.
Li Shimin did not say anything more. After all, in the eyes of outsiders, his relationship with Du Qi was because Du Qi worked for Li Shimin, so Li Shimin and Du Qi had some relationship.
If they talked too much, it would be easy to be suspected, so Li Shimin boarded the carriage and left.
Du Qi took the carriage back to the Du family.
He was going to stay up tonight.
After Du Qi returned to the Du family, he arranged for Liu Zhengxi to arrange for Yuan Kewang to start producing cement outside the city. Because next, cement would be used on a large scale.
In addition, Du Qi also talked about the road repair.
After hearing that, Liu Zhengxi said, "Young Master, this road repair will probably affect the bank!"
Now, in the Tang dynasty's Chang 'an, the bank had already started to operate. As time passed, some people who received interest after saving money started to spread the benefits, so many people kept coming to save money.
Moreover, all the money earned by Du Qi's industry in Chang 'an was thrown into the bank by Du Qi.
Now, the bank's business was doing well.
Even if it was low-key, it could not be ignored.
After hearing Liu Zhengxi's words, Du Qi smiled and said, "Mr. Liu, tell me how this will affect the bank."
Liu Zhengxi said, "The reason is very simple. If I were the Crown Prince's strategist, I would think that the money you took out must be from the bank. I would advise the Crown Prince to spread rumors that you took the bank's money to repair the road, and that you are moving the people's money. Once the news spread, it will definitely cause a rush. "
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