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Text Chapter 691 Demolition of the whole city

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    The deficit of Zu Yi, the prefect of Xi'an, was not a small amount. Hearing these words, he was very moved. He leaned forward and said: "The owner behind the Four Great Hengs is the emperor and a group of princes and nobles. They have never sold our accounts. Although  There are low-interest and interest-free loans, but they are all aimed at the common people and disaster victims. There are extremely strict systems, and large loans cannot be made at all. Lord Fantai said this, he must be absolutely sure, and I hope he will give you some advice."

    Wang Yonglin, the Supervisor of the Grain Storage Road, also nodded repeatedly and said: "If you can survive this disaster, it will be the same as having your parents reborn. I hope Lord Fantai can give you some advice."

    Chuoqi, the governor of Shaanxi Province, also looked at the Chief Envoy Samuha expectantly. He wondered what magic method he had to borrow a large amount of money from the "Four Constants", not to mention filling the shortfall and using it for lending.  Earning interest is also a huge amount of income.

    The Chief Envoy Samuha glanced at a few people, smiled slightly, and said: "How can we be absolutely sure? The 'Four Great Constants' have close money exchanges with local officials. All the semicolon shopkeepers in various places must be very familiar with each other. Bai Huahua  Silver is loved not only by officials, but also by businessmen.

    Although the system of "Four Dahengs" is strict, it is not without loopholes to exploit. Interest-free lending is aimed at victims of disasters. Once an incident occurs, the risk is quite high. The shopkeeper of "Four Dahengs" will not nod easily. It is best  Don't try.

    Low-interest loans are aimed at small businessmen and ordinary people. Although the amount is small, it can definitely add up to a big sum. The maximum limit of low-interest loans in the 'Four Dahengs' is fifty taels, and one hundred people is five thousand taels. It is completely  You can borrow money by pretending to be someone else, but it's just a little more work.  "

    Hearing these words, Zu Yi couldn't help but frown slightly and said: "Master Fantai, the rules of the 'Four Dahengs' are very strict, and the procedures for low-interest loans are also quite complicated. Not only do Baojia need to issue a certificate, but he also needs to check his nationality.  , business registration, kitchen registration, and also need to be certified by the guild office, property inspection, etc. Impostering is not easy, and the number of imposters must be so large."

    Samuha glanced at him and smiled indifferently, but did not say a word.

    The inspector Yongtai said in a deep voice: "If you want to borrow money at low interest rates, you will naturally have to work hard."

    "What Lord Fantai said is true." Wang Yonglin said, bowed his hands to Samuha, and said: "I thank you, Lord Fantai, for your advice." After saying that, he looked at Zu Yi.  Said: "The procedures are complicated, and we don't need to do it ourselves. We can just arrange for a close confidant to take full-time responsibility, and wait at the Baojia Guild Hall. It's just a meal and a greeting. Why is it so difficult? I just heard about the 'Four Great Constants'  The number of low-interest loans is limited and the amount is not large.¡±

    Samuha glanced at him sideways and said: "The principal amount of low-interest loans in the first-level sub-colonies of 'Si Da Heng' Fucheng is generally five to one hundred thousand taels. How much can you lose?" After a slight pause, he continued:  "You have to be measured in what you do, keep 30% for lending. Don't ruin other people's jobs."

    "Your Majesty the Fantai's teachings must be remembered by your subordinates." Wang Yonglin hurriedly leaned over and said.

    Samuha nodded slightly and said, "You go ahead and do your work."

    When Wang Yonglin, Zu Yi and Fan Shimu heard this, they knew that the senior officials had other important matters to discuss, so they hurriedly stood up, bowed and left.

    After the three people who were waiting left, Samuha looked at Chuoqi, the governor of Shaanxi, and said: "Third Master, what is the purpose of the emperor's rapid horseback ride to Shaanxi?"

    "There is no clear statement." Chuoqi shook his head slightly.  He said: "The emperor asked about three things, disaster relief, deficit, returning the people, grace. And the military system." As he said, he briefly explained the situation that his Majesty met, and then said: "It is possible to clear the deficit and rectify the government."  Not big, suppressing the Hui people. It is also a long-term strategy. The northwest is also calm now. For a while, I really can¡¯t figure out the emperor¡¯s intention of coming to Shanxi. You can just smooth out the shortcomings on your hands. Shaanxi should not be as big as Shanxi.  ,"

    Samuham thought for a while and then said: "The emperor doesn't want to go on an expedition to the northwest, does he? Vigorously providing disaster relief, cleaning up deficits, and reforming the military system all seem to be preparing for a rainy day."

    "It's possible." Chuoqi nodded slightly and said, "The emperor has mentioned the Northwest War a lot. He may take the initiative to go on an expedition. If this is the case, it will be an excellent opportunity for promotion and even a chance to achieve military merit."  As he spoke, he paused slightly and said: "Your Majesty Suxi is visiting privately incognito. Please keep all your people under control and don't make any mistakes."

    "Don't worry, Third Master, I've given the order a long time ago, and there won't be any trouble." Samuha said with a slight smile.

    The next day, Zhenwu did not go to watch the new Imperial Guard troops ravage the flag soldiers in Xi'an. Instead, accompanied by Ehai, the governor of Sichuan and Shaanxi, Chuoqi, the governor of Shaanxi, and Zu Yi, the prefect of Xi'an, he left the city incognito and committed suicide.  Leave Changlemen out of the city and head north along the Bahe embankment.

    E Hai and others also didn't know Zhenwu's purpose. They all thought that Zhenwu wanted to appreciate the scenery of Baqiao. Tens of thousands of willow trees were planted on both sides of the Bahe River, which is one of the eight scenic spots in Xi'an. The willows of Baqiao were broken to say goodbye.  Xi¡¯an¡¯s unique customs, Bashui, Baliu, Bashi??, throughout the ages, countless literati and poets have been fascinated by it. The separation of life and death, the sorrow of farewell, and the poetic talent are vividly expressed in this place, and Baqiao's reputation has also spread far and wide.

    Zhenwu rode slowly all the way, occasionally stopping to admire the scenery of Baqiao, but the stay was very short. After crossing the northern city wall for more than 20 miles, he turned west and looked left and right, Hubei Sea, etc. along the way.  At this time, everyone also saw that Zhenwu was checking the terrain, and couldn't help but secretly wonder, could the scale of Mancheng continue to expand?

    After running outside the city for a long time, he saw a tea pavilion in front of him. Zhenwu looked down at the shadows on the ground. It was probably almost noon, so he pointed at the tea pavilion with his riding crop and ordered: "Go to the tea pavilion in front of you and take a rest."

    When Dachun heard this, he immediately led his men and rode forward. Zu Yi, the magistrate of Xi'an, did not dare to neglect and hurriedly urged his mount to follow. Several people looked in front of the tea pavilion and saw that the business was not bad. There were four tables of tea guests. Time was tight.  , Dachun did not dare to delay, and immediately ordered: "Clear the surrounding area within a hundred steps."

    After all the plainclothes guards dispersed, he strode into the tea pavilion, clasped his fists and said, "Everyone, I'm sorry, this place has been temporarily requisitioned. Please leave quickly. I will pay for the tea."

    Seeing this situation, the tea patrons in the tea pavilion are still ignorant. If nothing else, they can bring dozens of followers with them when they come out, and everyone is riding a horse. This kind of person is not something they can provoke.  If you get up, you will naturally leave quickly.

    Seeing that there were no thorns, Zu Yi, the prefect of Xi'an, hurried to the back to find the shopkeeper of the tea pavilion and said with a smile: "Shopkeeper, you probably won't have good water here, but there will always be good tea. Pick the best one."  Come on, this is everyone¡¯s tea money.¡± After saying that, he left one ingot and five taels of ingot.

    The shopkeeper took a look at the silver ingot. It had a pink skin on one side and a nest of thin silk with green air on it. It was of perfect quality. He couldn't earn such an ingot of ingot in two months. He couldn't help but take a suspicious look at it.  Zu Yi said hurriedly: "My lord, how can I use this much money for a small amount of unfamous tea?"

    "I'll reward you with the rest. Be more agile and serve well, and you'll be rewarded." Zu Yi said nonchalantly.

    The shopkeeper immediately bowed with joy and said: "Thank you, sir, for the reward. I guarantee your satisfaction." After saying that, he shouted: "Auntie, we are a distinguished guest. Please bring out the best tea sets quickly."

    When Dachun came to greet him, Zhenwu dismounted and entered the tea pavilion. He wiped his sweat for a while, while waving his fan, he pointed at the chair and said: "You don't have to stand according to the rules, sit down."

    "Thank you, Master." After several people in Ehai bowed their thanks, they cautiously took their seats below.

    Dachun quickly brought up the herbal tea he had brought with him and said in a low voice: "Master, the surrounding area has been cleared."

    Zhenwu nodded, looked at the guards waiting outside, drank a cup of herbal tea, and then said: "The garrison strength in Xi'an must be strengthened, and it is expected to be expanded to 30,000. The Manchu City in Xi'an must also be demolished, and the Manchu and Han Dynasties must be integrated.  To bring back all ethnic groups, start by demolishing the entire city."

    Ehai and Chuoqi were both shocked when they heard this. Do you want to demolish the whole city?  Want to expand the garrison strength to 30,000?  What does this master want to do?  E Hai hurriedly bowed and said: "Master, if the whole city is demolished, how can the flag soldiers be stationed? Isn't there no danger to defend it?"

    Zhenwu waved his folding fan unhurriedly and said: "The reason why the flag soldiers became corrupt is because they lived in the city and were greedy for pleasure. They were moved out of the city, separated from their families, and stationed in military camps outside the city so that they could concentrate on training.  This is one of them.

    Secondly, today's firearms are so powerful that no matter how tall and strong the city wall is, they are not enough to support it. I will soon establish a firearms workshop in Xi'an. The flag soldiers stationed in Xi'an will soon be replaced by full firearms battalions. The presence or absence of city walls no longer matters.  Furthermore, live ammunition training of muskets and artillery is not suitable to be carried out in the city.

    Thirdly, I am now vigorously promoting the integration of Manchu and Han, the marriage of Manchu and Han, and the integration of Manchu and Han. This city is the gap between Manchu and Han and must be dismantled. It has been more than seventy years since the Qing Dynasty took over the Central Plains, and the integration of Manchu and Han has been completed.  There is no need to delay. On the other hand, if there are examples of Manchu and Han integration, it can also vigorously promote the integration of Hui and Han.  "

    Neither Ehai nor Chuoqi realized for a moment that such a tall and strong city wall in Xi'an was no longer enough to serve as a barrier? Are firearms really so powerful?  The existing artillery, even the red cannon, can't collapse the city wall of Xi'an in one day.

    They had heard that naval artillery was sharp. It was said that it could hit far and accurately, but they did not expect it to be so powerful. The two of them did not dare to question it. The capital was not without walls. Since Zhenwu said so, it must be  It makes sense, but he still feels uneasy after all the bannermen have withdrawn from the city. After all, the family members of the bannermen are all staying in the city. If something happens, it will be a big trouble.

    After thinking for a moment, Ehai bowed and said: "Master, your family members are inside the city, and the flag soldiers are outside the city. If something bad happens to your elbows or armpits,??But rescue is too late, I beg the master to think twice.  "

    "If we don't impose tyranny, where will the disaster come from?" Zhenwu glanced at him and said calmly: "In addition to the flag soldiers, there are also five battalions of governors and two battalions of fubiao in the city, with a total of more than 5,000 people. Could it be that they are all decorations?  ?¡±

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