Page 1469
Page 1469
Then the two went to find Li Mu.Inside Xianyang city.Most people are already asleep.but.In a hotel in the new city of Qin State.Several others were not asleep.They drank tea water transported from Chu State.Tea has a refreshing effect.If you drink it in the morning.The effect will be better.But drink tea at night.It can only keep drowsy away from them.Get rid of their sleepiness.
"The briefing from the Qin State General Staff Department said. A new wave of enemies has appeared. The origin of this wave of enemies is unknown. Our Xiaowangzhou is about to fight another war." A strong man said.Xiaowangzhou.It is the southern border of Qin State.Because the specific area is not accurately divided.There are still a lot of places where there is a lot of controversy.Because the congressmen and representatives of Xiaowangzhou are particularly concerned about the topic of war.
"Isn't it good to fight a war?" said a man with a mustache.The man appeared to be in his 40s.It is the time of prime of life.
"Okay. No one said it's bad. You, old Chen. You're very good." At the beginning, the strong man said to the congressman named Lao Chen.
"Who doesn't know you. You can make the most money on the battlefield. Ammunition hoarded. There are all kinds of supplies. In addition, there are spoils of war. You don't know how much you want. Those slaves are a lot of money." The middle-aged congressman said arrive.This congressman called Lao Chen is a businessman from Chu State.Because immigration has great business opportunities.This businessman named Lao Chen is doing very well.war.Made him a huge windfall.Because you pay a lot of taxes.He was elected as a member of the Xiaowangzhou of Qin State.Thus officially entered the political arena.If in Chu State.He would never have been able to.
"Hehe." Old Chen laughed.It's embarrassing to say something like this.
"You are fine. You are in business." A thin-faced man stood up and said at this time.
"But us farmers. Ranchers. But it's not good. The war started. I don't know if our Qin army can defend it. As soon as those damned enemies appear, our farms and pastures can't be moved. Those Slaves would run around too," said the thin-faced man.
"Old Bai. It's okay. It's okay." Lao Chen comforted with a smile.
"It's okay. It's true that something must happen." The thin-faced old Bai said dissatisfied.Lao Bai is almost fifty this year.He is an out-and-out Qin native.migrant.It is because after retiring from the army.I immigrated to Xiaowangzhou with nothing.There are many such old and white veterans of Qin State in Qin State.Or they return to Qin to become industrial workers.This requires training.The government will provide such a service.But Lao Bai is a veteran.When leaving the army.He's almost 40.study.Certainly not.Plus no one at home.Qin has been at war for a long time.Many people died.Despite titles.But the title is only honor and has no other substantive meaning.No home constraints.Lao Bai could only follow Qin Jun to become a logistics transporter.Or become a mercenary.With some combat experience.He has some savings.Then he followed Qin Jun and bought a large piece of land in Xiaowangzhou.Finally settled down.Lao Bai had a woman from the Western Regions.Women from the Western Regions were taller than him.It's long and beautiful.It really made Lao Bai very happy.
If there is a war.The property that Lao Bai finally settled down will be in ruins.All gone.At the very least, it was a heavy loss.so.Lao Bai was worried.worried about his estate.
"Okay. You're not here to talk about that." Just as Lao Bai was nagging.A fair young congressman waved impatiently and said.
"Manager Guo. Tell me." Others said at this time.This young man is from the state of Wei.It used to be a nobleman.But it fell.He came to Qin to make a fortune.Live a good life.After coming to Qin State.Especially after actively following Qin Jun.Lead your brethren.He robbed the treasury of some small countries in the Western Regions.Then he did arms smuggling business in Xiaowangzhou.All kinds of smuggling business are done.Not just arms.Everyone knows.This man made a lot of money.Outsiders speculate.At least 100 million gold.the position of the MP.It also cost almost [-] gold to buy it.
"It doesn't matter that Qin has no new enemies. Qin will definitely not let our little kingdom be lost." Manager Guo said indifferently.
"What we are concerned about is the federal system of Qin State this time. In particular, there is another confederal system. Tell me. Which of these two systems is better." Manager Guo asked at this time.
"Oh." The others heard this.They all yelled.No more talking.Qin's federal system.Specifically what kind of thing.These MPs are not very clear either.But they do.Just let Xiao Wangzhou get better.It is a good system.They don't care about anything else.
"I don't know. Manager Guo. I think it's good or bad." At this time, Lao Chen asked politely.
"Let me tell you." Manager Guo said with his eyes wide open at this time.
"Yes." Old Chen said.
"Let's talk. This federation. Good. Fortunately, Qin State can control us. Once Qin State takes control, many things have to be stipulated. The Qin army has to be stationed." Manager Guo said.
"Yes." Lao Bai nodded and said.Stability is certainly good for the farm.
"But. I think. If the Qin people are too strict." Manager Guo hesitated.at this time.Several people became puzzled.They also know.If you follow the laws of Guanzhong.More than [-]% of their business is illegal.And you have to pay a lot of money.They don't want the money.This is their objection.Vital interests have suffered great losses.This is not a question of taxes.It's a question of their property.
...
1708 Happy cooperation!
"I think there are two systems. The one that is good is the attitude of Qin State Guanzhong. [No pop-up window...] If they agree, we will directly oppose it. Whether it is good or not, we will directly oppose it. The reasons for opposition can be given Make it up, right?" Manager Guo said.
"Yes. Yes. It's simple." Lao Chen quickly agreed at this time.
"But, this." Lao Bai hesitated at this moment.
"Don't worry, as long as the reason is reasonable, Guanzhong has to think about it. At that time, our little Wangzhou won't have much profit to make," Manager Guo said with a wave of his hand.Lao Bai nodded, agreeing.
In the hotel where Li Mu stayed, Shang Wen found Li Mu who hadn't rested yet.
"We agree with your idea, but we also have our conditions, which need to be adjusted from time to time. It is very likely that large-scale adjustments will be required. I don't know if the prime minister can agree to us." Shang Wen said to Li Mu.
"En. Tell me about it." Li Mu said.
"En." Shangwen nodded.
"First of all, Zhao Guo needs to restore the ability to collect taxes. This must be done." Shang Wen said.
"En. I know this very well." Li Mu replied.
"En. If this is the case, then Zhao Guo will reduce the tax and reduce the tax pressure of the people, at least within a reasonable range." Shang Wen said to Li Mu.
"That's exactly what I mean." Li Mu said with a smile.
"But what about Zhao Guo's income," Li Mu continued to ask.compared to lower taxes.What Li Mu is more concerned about is Zhao's financial revenue. If a country does not have financial revenue, many things cannot go on.
"Well, my plan is that Zhao Guo mortgages tariffs to Qin State. The term is no less than 20 years. Then lend Zhao Guo 20 gold." Shang Wen put forward his own request.
"Tariffs, are they just tariffs?" Li Mu asked.
"Yes. Tariffs. Tariffs need to be lowered to promote trade growth," Shang Wen said.
"Of course. There's a whole host of other conditions. That's just this one when it comes to it.
"No." Li Mu refused at this time.
"Oh." Shang Wen was surprised, he originally thought that Li Mu would definitely agree.But I didn't expect Li Mu to refuse.This was far beyond Shangwen's expectations.
"I want to know why," Shang Wen asked at this time.
"Tariffs are the basis of Zhao's taxation. If there is no tariff, even if Zhao has a large amount of loans, but there are no projects to pay for it, how will Zhao maintain it?" Li Mu asked bluntly.
"En. That's true." Shangwen nodded at this time.On this point, Shangwen still quite agrees.Obviously, Li Mu's idea is correct, if the tariffs are collected into Qin's hands all at once.Zhao Guo may not agree.Mortgage to Qin State means that Qin State has the power to dispose of tariffs during the mortgage period.
"How about this, mortgage part of the power." Shangwen paused and continued.
"Part of the power," Li Mu continued to ask.
"Yes. We might as well open [-]% to [-]%. The Zhao State owns [-]% of the tax revenue, and the Qin State takes [-]%." Shang Wen said to Li Mu.
"No." Shang Wen originally wanted to continue, but Li Mu refused politely.Such a distribution is obviously not enough for Zhao Guo.therefore.Li Mu refused politely.
"Your Excellency, Prime Minister, you should listen to me." Shang Wen also said tit for tat.
"The tariff system of Zhao State is very inconsistent with the development requirements of Qin State. Qin State is developing the Western Regions. The commercial value of the Western Regions is very high. Many commodities may be imported from Zhao State in the future. This requires Zhao State to be synchronous in terms of tariffs. It is in line with Qin's tariff system. And the tax rate must be consistent." Shang Wen said bluntly.Although Li Mu felt very angry, he still patiently listened to Shang Wen's explanation. After all, Zhao Guo wanted something from Qin Guo.
"Go on," Li Mu said at this time.
"Qin State needs a large number of markets to develop, and lowering tariffs can promote Qin State's market development. As far as the current situation is concerned, the market in the Western Regions is very large. But it takes time. Therefore, Qin State needs at least 20 years, and these 20 years Within a short period of time, Zhao's tariffs must be reduced. This is not only a need for market development, but also a need for Zhao's self-development." Shang Wen said at this time.
"The State of Zhao has a large number of population resources. These people can enter the local factories of the State of Zhao, where they can get paid, and the government can get taxes from the profits of the factories. If the number is large enough, it will be of great benefit to the State of Zhao. The big advantage is that the reduction of tariffs can promote such development. It can also prevent the two countries from falling into a war situation. We don’t want to see war.” Shang Wen said.
"En." Li Mu nodded, on this point, Li Mu agreed with Shang Wen's opinion.Because Shang Wen has a very strong persuasive power.If tariffs are not lowered and Zhao Guo takes a break, it will be difficult for Zhao Guo to catch up with Qin in terms of national strength.But now Qin State wants to develop the market and stabilize the Western Regions. If possible, it may invest in industry. This is what Zhao State needs most, and Li Mu has been tempted early on.
"Okay." Li Mu said helplessly.
Seeing Li Mu like this.Shangwen smiled slightly.This shows that Li Mu has let go.
"So, Qin's tariff ratio is reasonable and very suitable for Zhao," Shang Wen said.
"The Zhao people will definitely scold me, Li Mu." Li Mu said angrily.Shangwen just smiled.
20demayo