"Not urgent… "
Kou Ji waved his hand and smiled: "After you bring the cotton back, we will have to study how to weave and grow it on a large scale. It will take a long time.
We can afford to wait, but the refugees cannot.
Therefore, cotton spinning can only be used as a long-term solution, but it cannot be used to change the current situation. "
When the three of Mu Chong heard this, their interest was much less.
It takes more than a year for cotton to go from large-scale introduction, to large-scale planting, and then to large-scale weaving.
In other words, they want to use the women of the refugees on a large scale, and it will take more than a year to say the least.
Before that, they could only set up some hemp and wool textile workshops to make a little fuss.
Not too many people are needed.
It would be too costly to raise the refugees for a year in vain.
Seeing the expressions of the three of them, Kou Ji knew their thoughts.
After all, the conversation between the four of them was controlled by him from the beginning.
Kou Ji stared at the three of them, and then smiled: "Then do you know the iron?"
Mu Chong and the three people opened their eyes for a moment when they heard the iron.
Salt and iron are all government-run.
Ordinary people can't get involved.
Those who sold iron privately in the Song Dynasty had more or less official backgrounds.
Not to mention the iron.
The iron is an imported product. Once it arrived in the Song Dynasty, it was all controlled by the Song Dynasty court and used to forge ordnance.
Not to mention ordinary people, even officials in North Korea may not be able to control the trading of iron and iron.
So when Kou Ji mentioned the iron, the hearts of the three people seemed to be grabbed.
Qian Leqiang swallowed his saliva and asked Kou Ji with a trembling voice, "Can the Kou Industry Department make me wait to sell the iron?"
Selling iron is more than just making money.
If they can be sold to other countries, they can immediately become guests of other countries.
Kou Ji glanced at him and said dumbfounded: "What do you think! Salt and iron are all controlled by the court. Not to mention the iron and iron. Even if I find a way to help you get the right to buy and sell iron, you dare to buy Is the iron sold?"
The three of Mu Chong were taken aback, and shook their heads in embarrassment.
They want to tell Kou Ji loudly, they dare.
But due to Kou Ji's identity, they dare not say this in front of Kou Ji.
Kou Ji said in the embarrassing expressions of the three of them: "The reason why I mentioned the iron to you is not for you to sell iron."
Qian Le smiled bitterly: "Then what do you mention it for?"
Kou Ji said frankly: "The three of you know that my court does not produce iron. All the iron from my court comes from the sea, so the price is extremely high. Except for the court, ordinary people can't worry about it at all."
The three of Mu Chong nodded.
All three of them knew what Kou Ji said.
But they did not speak, because they knew that Kou Ji must have something to say.
really.
Kou Ji immediately said: "The iron is controlled by the court, and we naturally cannot interfere. But the craftsmen in my house can use ordinary iron ore to cast iron that is better than the iron. Do you know what this means? "
The three of Mu Chong's eyes widened in an instant, and their faces were shocked.
What does iron mean that it is better than iron
This means that the imperial court is likely to abandon the iron and use new iron to forge ordnance.
Kou Ji saw the trio look shocked, and said with a smile: "The cost is very low. It is more expensive than ordinary iron, but it is several times cheaper than iron iron."
The eyes of the three of Mu Chong were fiery, as if flames were burning in their eyes.
It is better than iron, and cheaper than iron
The court will inevitably use new iron to forge ordnance.
Wouldn't the royal court's annual expenditure on forging weapons fall into their pockets
Qian Le squatted and asked Kou Ji, "Really? Is there such a method?"
Kou Ji nodded slowly.
The three of Mu Chong glanced at each other and looked firmly at Kou Ji.
Kou Ji smiled and said, "But forging new iron requires a lot of manpower."
The three of Mu Chong saluted Kou Ji together, saying: "Listen to the instructions of the Kou Industry Department."
Kou Ji nodded in satisfaction.
With the support of Mu, Qian, and Meng, he has no difficulty dealing with the resettlement of refugees.
These three companies have been in business for many years, and they have not only money, but also food, contacts and manpower.
These are all Kou Ji needs.
"We still follow the old rules. You three have two members each, and I'm 10%."
Kou Ji said with a smile.
The three of Mu Chong nodded without hesitation.
Kou Ji didn't need to say more about where the remaining three elements went, they knew in their hearts.
They are doing big business that is earth-shattering, and it is necessary to teach a little protection fee.
After all, they can't keep up with such a big and earth-shattering business by themselves.
After the agreement is settled.
Kou Ji instructed the three people: "The court will naturally settle the food needed by the refugees. What we have to solve now are medicinal materials, lime, wood, craftsmen, stone, etc.
"Bring me the herbs and lime."
Mu Chong took the initiative to invite Ying.
Qian Le said with a smile: "Then I will be responsible for the wood?"
Meng Weizhong glared at him and sighed: "Then I will be responsible for the craftsmen and stone materials."
Obviously, craftsmen and stone materials are the most difficult for the three of them to prepare.
Mu Chong and Qian Le took the lead and took away the easiest thing.
Meng Weizhong could only gnaw hard bones.
"Fast speed... I want to see the first batch of things when the refugees flock to Bianjing."
Kou Ji exhorted.
The three of Mu Chong smiled knowingly.
"Just don't worry, the three of us are among the businessmen, and we still have a bit of prestige. We want something, others dare not give it."
After a pause, Mu Chong added: "For official matters, there is the Ministry of Labor."
Kou Ji nodded and said, "You can rest assured that the court has handed over this matter to our Ministry of Industry. You can also tell other merchants that you are cooperating with the Ministry of Industry."
When the three of Mu Chong heard this, the smiles on their faces became brighter.
Cooperation with Kou Ji can only be regarded as a private official-business cooperation.
But working with the Ministry of Industry is different.
That means they are helping the court.
In many ways, they can enjoy the convenience of helping the court.
Such as tariffs.
"Be fast!"
Before leaving, Kou Ji reminded again.
Mu Chong and the three people repeatedly promised that they would prepare what Kou Ji needed when Kou Ji needed it.
Kou Ji bid farewell to the three of Mu Chong and comforted Lu Ming who was still worried about him.
After returning to the mansion, I saw Xiang Yan taking the servants from the mansion, moving money out.
Kou Ji was slightly taken aback when he saw this scene.
Stepping forward, he paced to Xiang Yan's side, and asked, "Yan'er, what are you doing with the money from the house?"
Kou Ji confessed to Xiang Yan and asked Xiang Yan to turn around and send the copper coins from the mansion to the coin workshop in Jiangling.
But right now the flood outside the city had just receded, and there was silt everywhere, and it was impossible to send money out.
Faced with Kou Ji's question, Xiang Yan put down the account book in his hand and said seriously: "Of course it is to spend money to eliminate disasters and help Xiang Gong keep you in office."
Kou Ji was stunned, and said dumbfounded: "Do you think I want to use the mansion's money to help the refugees?"
Xiang Yan took it for granted: "If Xiang Gong doesn't plan to use the money from the house to help the refugees, why would he agree to help the refugees build houses?"
Kou Ji smiled and asked: "Are you willing?"
Xiang Yan's expression dimmed, she looked back at the money piled up in the yard, gritted her teeth and said, "Of course I don't want to give up... But compared to your official position, this money is nothing."
Kou Ji laughed loudly and said, "If you have a wife like this, why don't the husband ask for it."
Xiang Yan said earnestly: "The concubine body is different from those in her natal family with shallow eyelids. The concubine body knows that the official position is the foundation of you. If you don't have the official position, our family won’t be able to hold back even if you have more money. ."
Kou Ji smiled and nodded.
Xiang Yan glared at Kou Ji complainingly, "My husband, don't be so impulsive anymore. If you are so impulsive, in the future, our husband and wife, as well as my grandfather, will have to eat chaotic food with you. "
Kou Ji smiled and said: "Don't worry. This disaster relief, it is estimated that the money from the house will not be used, even if it is needed, it will not be too much."
Xiang Yan was stunned, and dragged Kou Ji nervously to remind him: "Miangong, disaster relief is not a trivial matter. You have to do whatever you can to promise the refugees. Otherwise, if the refugees are instigated, it is very likely that they will be instigated. riot.
At that time, you will be said to be the chief culprit of the riots caused by the refugees.
Even with your official position, you will not be beheaded.
But dismissal is inevitable.
If you are dismissed from office and live a hard life, your concubine will be able to accompany you.
But those officials who see you not pleasing to the eye will definitely take the opportunity to pinch you.
It doesn't matter if your concubine accompanies you to endure hardship, but your concubine doesn't want to see you being wronged. "
Xiang Yanxu was talking about.
Kou Ji opened his arms, took Xiang Yan into his arms, and hugged him tightly.
Xiang Yan was stunned.
Kou Ji whispered: "Worries you..."
Xiang Yan trembled all over, tears came down in an instant.
Since Kou Ji left Kou Mansion that day, she never let go of her heart.
Even if Kou Ji sent someone back to the house to pass a message, she still couldn't let it go.
She didn't let go of her heart until she saw Kou Ji again.
But still worrying about Kou Ji.
Worried that Kou Ji could not handle the problem of the refugees, he would be dismissed from office, ridiculed, and wronged.
It wasn't until Kou Ji took her into her arms and said a word of comfort that she was completely relieved.
"I've been tired for a few days, go back and rest. Leave the rest to me."
Kou Ji patted Xiang Yan on the shoulder and said softly.
Xiang Yan stopped her tears and nodded heavily.
After Kou Ji sent Xiang Yan back to Sijun Garden to rest, he reappeared in the courtyard full of money and ordered Kou Zhong to move the money back to the treasury.
Then he changed into a suit, took a few entourages, and left the mansion gate.
As soon as he left the gate, he ran into Liu Heng and Cao Tong.
Behind Liu Heng and Cao Tong, there were many people behind them. The crowded group of people, roughly estimated to be hundreds of people.
Liu Heng saw Kou Ji and yelled: "Four brother, I heard that you have taken a troublesome errand. I brought some people and came over to help you. If it is not enough, I will take the Feng Zhuang Library and the Imperial City Division’s People also call."
Cao Yu held a fist to Kou Ji and said, "Fourth brother, there are less than two hundred people I can dispatch. Now I will give them all to you and listen to your dispatch."
Kou Ji stepped forward, patted the two on the shoulders, and said with emotion: "Good brother..."
Liu Heng and Cao Tong nodded heavily.
"Brothers… "
Kou Ji commanded: "Let your people go back to the house separately, and when needed later, I will call them. You two accompany me out for a walk."
Liu Heng and Cao Tong looked at each other and nodded.
They sent the people who followed them back home first.
Then each took a few guards and followed them.
The three of them walked outside the city of Bianjing together.
Along the way.
Liu Heng and Cao Yu asked worriedly why Kou Ji took the job.
Kou Ji smiled and said: "Because it is profitable..."
"profitable?"
Liu Heng and Cao Tong looked at Kou Ji in amazement.
Liu Heng said with a bitter face: "Four brother, don't lie to me. It has always been a trouble to resettle the refugees. What kind of benefits can be sought? If it's spring and summer, or early autumn, how can I arrange these refugees? Relief for work.
But right now is the turn of autumn and winter, and winter will begin soon.
It is impossible to find a way to arrange these refugees to work for relief.
Where can there be any benefits? "
Kou Ji glanced at him and said with a smile: "If everyone can see the benefits in this, how can I show that I am smart?"
When Liu Heng and Cao Tong heard the words, they were surprised at first.
Then he curled his lips one after another.
Obviously don't believe what Kou Ji said.
Kou Ji smiled and said: "It doesn't matter if you don't believe it now, you will know when the refugees flock to Bianjing."
Liu Heng didn't believe what Kou Ji said, but since Kou Ji made a decision, he naturally wanted to support it.
He said to Kou Ji: "Fourth brother, if you need any help, just speak up."
Kou Ji smiled and said: "You two, send some people back to help me clean up those who are secretly making trouble among the refugees."
In addition to controlling the Pile Library, Liu Heng also served in the Imperial City Division. There were not only a large number of spies, but also a lot of venomous law enforcement officers.
Cao Tong is in the Ministry of Criminal Affairs, and there are also a group of law enforcement officers under his hands.
Seconding manpower from the two of them to deal with those who are secretly making trouble among the refugees, it is more appropriate.
When Liu Heng and Cao Tong heard Kou Ji's request, they agreed.
Although the two of them did not receive the inner court documents, they agreed to take the people in the yamen to help Kou Ji, which was somewhat inappropriate.
But their superiors will not embarrass them.
Liu Heng seconded the staff of the Imperial City Division, and the chief official of the Imperial City Division was his father Liu Mei.
Liu Mei can't embarrass him about this kind of thing.
Cao Tong seconded the staff of the Criminal Ministry, and Wang Zeng is still in the Criminal Ministry's Shangshu.
Cao Tong has no friendship with Wang Zeng, but Kou Ji has a good relationship with Wang Zeng.
Wang Zeng would not say anything when Cao Yu brought people out to help Kou Ji.
Not only wouldn't he say anything, he might even help him hide something.
While talking, the three people had already reached the gate of the city.
Although the flood receded, the city gate was still closed.
Kou Ji issued his waist card, and the guards at the goal opened the door and released the three of them out of Bianjing.
As soon as they left the city, the three of them were taken aback.