Du Qi chuckled and said, "Your Majesty's discerning eyes are like torches. This kid's thoughts can't be hidden from you no matter what."
He indeed had this thought.
The construction of this section of road, Du Qi had paid a lot of money. Although there would be tolls collected later and some money could be earned back, it would take a very long time.
The most important thing was to make a name for himself.
Once all the officials in the imperial court knew about it, every household would have to build something. Cement could come in handy. When the sale of cement in large quantities began, it would be the time to make money.
Li Yuan said, "A gentleman's desire for wealth is justified. Although you spent a lot of effort to make money, this effort is open and aboveboard, and even more beneficial to the country and the people. Therefore, We support your way of doing things. Your cement factory, sell it as much as you want. As long as it's legal, We will take care of it for you. Whoever dares to cause trouble, We will deal with them. "
Du Qi said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."
Li Yuan said, "The road from Chang 'an to Lantian County, although it's still in full swing, but looking at the construction of this section of the road, we can see that this section of the road definitely has no problems. In the end, it will definitely be completed smoothly. The money and energy you paid is immeasurable. You made such a meritorious service, what reward do you need? "
As soon as Du Qi heard Li Yuan's words, his mind turned, and he had a plan. He said, "If Your Majesty wants to give a reward, why don't you give this kid another calligraphy? The cement has taken shape now, but it hasn't made a name for itself yet. "
Li Yuan said, "According to your nature, you're planning to ask for the world's number one cement?"
Du Qi said with a smile, "Your Majesty is wise!"
Li Yuan said, "This world's number one cement can be considered to have been targeted by you. From the world's number one tea shop, to the world's number one restaurant, and then to the world's number one down jacket, the number one cement in the world that you, kid, have included, is really not few. "
Du Qi said, "Your Majesty, no matter how many world's number one titles I get, it's actually not what this kid wants the most."
Li Yuan said, "What do you want?"
Du Qi said, "This kid wants to be the world's number one loyal official, that's the greatest reward."
"Hahaha …"
After Li Yuan heard it, he could not help but burst into laughter.
The laughter was hearty.
His laughter was carefree.
In Li Yuan's opinion, these were the best words he had heard. As a subject, to be able to have the most loyal subject in the world was the best.
Li Yuan's laughter was seen by Li Jiancheng. Li Jiancheng blinked. For a moment, he felt a little sour in his heart. At any rate, he was Li Yuan's son, yet before Li Yuan, he was berated everywhere, suppressed everywhere, and could be said to be in a difficult situation.
For no reason, he would be ordered to reflect on his mistakes behind closed doors.
For no reason, he would be punished with a cane.
She did not scold him with a cane.
They were the subordinates of the Eastern Palace.
When the courtiers saw this, they all sighed in their hearts. Because in front of them, Li Yuan had always been serious in speech and manner. How could he laugh so heartily like Du Qi?
The difference was too great.
After Li Yuan and Du Qi finished their conversation, he brought Du Qi back to join the civil and military officials.
Li Yuan ordered: "This concrete made of cement, sand and stone, paved roads, you all have already seen it, so there is nothing to say. This road from Lantian County to Chang 'an can be said to be a great success. Of course, in this, it cannot be separated from the cement made by Du Qi. This is the greatest contribution. "
The two words' cement 'were heard by the courtiers.
Especially when they saw the neatness of this cement road, they were all curious about cement in their hearts.
This kind of road was indeed comfortable.
"Set off, return to the city."
After the group went straight back to the city, Li Yuan brought the courtiers back to the court, while Du Qi returned to the Du family. The matter of starting to build roads all over the country, Du Qi basically did not need to get involved.
Because this was the responsibility of the officials in the court. Du Qi was in charge of providing suggestions, which was already enough.
The moment Du Qi returned and was free, Huang Sheng came.
Huang Sheng reported the situation of the bank to Du Qi. The current bank could be said to have a wide source of income. There were countless people who came to the bank to deposit money. Similarly, there were also many people who came to the bank to mortgage loans.
The bank's business was becoming more and more extensive.
It was already known by countless people.
Fortunately, the bank had now undergone a reform. All the people in the bank were familiar with Arabic numerals. After the change in the way of bookkeeping, everything was different from before. Although outsiders did not understand, the speed of bookkeeping was much faster and more concise.
After listening to Huang Sheng's report, Du Qi did not ask about the business in Chang 'an. Instead, he asked, "The bank has been established for a few months. During this period, has there been any business from Yanmen Bank?"
Huang Sheng opened his mouth and said, "Reporting to Young Master, there are three business transactions. These three business transactions were all done by depositing money in Yanmen Bank and then exchanging it in Chang 'an Bank. "
Du Qi said, "The process of exchanging in a foreign land must be careful and cautious. There must not be any mistakes."
Huang Sheng said, "This subordinate understands."
Du Qi waved his hand and said, "Alright, you go do your thing. With you doing things, I can rest assured."
"Yes!"
After Huang Sheng finished reporting, he turned and left.
Du Qi was now in the residence, mainly waiting for the completion of the road. From May to June, and then from June to July, the weather was the hottest today.
However, the construction site was still buzzing with activity.
All the workers were constantly busy.
They were all working hard for the completion of the road construction, because it was already in the final stage. After entering August, the weather gradually became cooler. After the 15th of August, it was obviously cooler. The autumn wind gradually rose, and there was a hint of coolness.
During this period, Du Qi had been in Chang 'an.
On one hand, he was a person who did not develop well. On the other hand, he was dealing with the business affairs of the industries under his command. Now, Du Qi's industries, tea leaves, restaurants, and so on, were all on the right track. His main business was cement.
During this period, cement had already been sold. Many people came to buy it in batches to build houses, build foundations, and repair roads. Because the demand for cement was extremely huge.
The cement factory's appearance, on the contrary, was a late start. It made large-scale profits and became one of the pillars of Du Qi's industry.
Du Qi's last thing was to wait for the completion of the road construction in Chang 'an.
One day at the end of August, Liu Zhengxi hurried back to Du Qi's house. He came to the study and reported to Du Qi about the completion of the road from Lantian County to Chang 'an.
After Du Qi heard, he also let out a long sigh of relief.
The matter was finally completed.
According to the previous arrangement, Du Qi specifically had people set up checkpoints on the official road from Lantian County to Chang 'an in order to collect tolls. Du Qi went to the palace again to report to Li Yuan about the completion of the road construction.
The road was completed, so Du Qi should also leave.
After all, because of the road construction, Du Qi had stayed in Chang 'an for half a year. Du Qi entered the palace, saw Li Yuan, and told him about the completion of the road construction.
After reporting about the road construction, Du Qi said, "Your Majesty, the road has been completed. This subject's matter in Chang 'an has been completed. Therefore, this subject plans to set off north to Yanmen. After all, my brother has already gotten married in Yanmen, but I haven't gone to take a look. It's time to go back and take a look. "
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