Li Lingyue is fifteen years old, and Shangguan Wan'er is sixteen years old. Two delicate and delicate flowers, comparable to the beauty of the country and the fragrance of heaven, are sitting sternly in the main hall of the East Palace, in the study of His Highness the Crown Prince. Behind the desk was the somewhat surprised Crown Prince Li Hong.
Facing two young girls who are now beginning to have the ability to "bring disaster to the country and the people", Li Hong couldn't help but hold his chin that was about to drop.
The two women's request was very simple, no, it should be said that Li Lingyue's request was very simple, and Shangguan Wan'er was just dragged into this boat by her.
The financial success of Princess Chengyang, Princess Xincheng, and Princess Lanling made Li Lingyue start thinking about making money, or in other words, a career!
Therefore, Li Lingyue is now asking Li Hong to think of a way to make money for the two of them on the grounds that she wants to save a dowry for herself, and Wan'er also wants to save a dowry for herself.
And this way of making money must not be done before, and it must not lose their noble status. They must not mix with ordinary businessmen and wealthy people, and they must participate in chambers of commerce from time to time.
Shangguan Wan'er followed Li Lingyue's request and also expressed her own request, that is, this way of making money must not disgrace the royal family tradition. Naturally, her grandfather Shangguan Yi's reputation for life and the Shangguan family's family tradition cannot be ruined either. She was harmed in the slightest because she was in business.
It is best to deal with literati, not to open a school. In Li Lingyue's view, the entire local school has been "contracted" by Qiwang of the fifth surname, and it seems that Qiwang of the fifth surname built it with his own money, but its reputation But it was given to the imperial court. This was a business that was not worth the gain and was not profitable, so it could not be done.
Li Hong stroked the beard on his chin while thinking about his plan in his mind, and happened to find two free helpers.
While looking at Shangguan Wan'er, who is now sixteen years old, has a mature figure, is graceful and intellectual, she can't help but think in her mind: She is really good-looking. It's a shame that Li Lingyue didn't introduce Shangguan Wan'er to Li as a matchmaker. Zhe, otherwise, I am afraid that Li Zhe at this time will not be able to suppress this generation of peerless talented women.
And Li Hong's plan is very simple. Looking at these two "little sheep" in front of him, Li Hong feels that except for the two of them, there is really no one in the world who can do this. People are coming.
As the importance of capital is increasingly valued by people, people's values must be guided by someone. Schools bloomed all over the Tang Dynasty, teaching the greatness of the sages to scholars all over the world, but how should the court achieve a more reasonable of centralization
How important the role of the media is in future generations. I believe everyone who has experienced it knows the importance of public opinion guidance to the country and the country. Needless to say.
Now that Li Lingyue and Shangguan Wan'er want to have a career like Princess Lanling, the direction of public opinion and the right to speak come from their mouths, coupled with the guidance of the court and the centripetal force of the students of Chongwen Hall, the newspaper Can this industry stand out
As a "gun barrel" that conveys court news to people and can even criticize others, if something like Li Xian or Wu Suring Qi Wang happens again, will the court only need to make good use of its right to speak when dealing with it? Is it more lethal to guide people who don't know the truth to see the "truth" than swords, guns, swords and halberds
The two women's eyes were fixed on Li Hong's lips, digesting the ideas proposed by Li Hong. For such new things, like life plans for the two women, it opened another door, which not only kept them away from the court, but also It also happened to give full play to the strengths of the two talented women.
"Who will print? Who will sell to? How to sell?" Li Lingyue asked with wide eyes.
"Isn't the collection of books in Chongwen Hall, Imperial College, and Hongwen Hall now all printed by Chongwen Hall? It's just one more business, and it can also generate income and find employment opportunities for the students of Chongwen Hall. Isn't it wonderful?" Li Hong looked at it. Li Lingyue said with some wrinkles on her delicate brows.
"But we need information, real news, such as what happened in the court meeting on this day, and what will happen in the court meeting on Yuan Day. Without attractive information, no one will spend money to buy it." Shangguan Wan Er's white index finger fiddled with her red lips and murmured.
"Yes, so after every seven-day court meeting, you can come to Shangshu Province, or Zhongshu, or the disciples to collect manuscripts. They will give you some news that can be announced according to the priority of the court meeting. You It only needs printing, plus some strange people and things, or various aspects of people's livelihood, you can make your own decisions about these." Li Hong nodded to Shangguan Wan'er in praise. If the newspaper wants to be sold, it must have something. Only content that attracts attention is important, and Shangguan Wan'er immediately realized the important link.
"Well, you can go to Bai Chun or Queen Mother. The Royal Bank and the Royal Central Bank are now the places where people gather the most. Every bank has countless business travelers coming to handle things every day, and they are all literate people. Plus the Imperial College Scholars from the Chongwen Hall, Hongwen Hall, and Hongwen Hall took the lead in setting an example, and the royal family members and wealthy nobles rushed to buy it. It is certain that it will become a best-selling alternative book in a short time. "Li Lingyue was stubborn and insisted on it. The newspapers in Li Hong's mouth were described as alternative books.
Li Hong had no choice but to follow what Li Lingyue said. Anyway, the idea had been made, and the distribution rights still belonged to Chongwen Hall. Li Lingyue and Guan Waner were at best the tertiary industry of Chongwen Hall, and the real decision-makers were still The East Palace is just money earned. After expenses are thrown away, the profits go into the pockets of Li Lingyue and Shangguan Wan'er.
In this way, I can completely support two female media giants. As time goes by and the industry develops, presumably with the ingenuity of Shangguan Wan'er and Li Lingyue, this completely imperfect media industry will surely be able to It was quickly perfected in their hands and engraved with the brand and characteristics of this era.
And with the favorable wind of this grand meeting of worship from all nations, and the fact that both ordinary people and aristocratic families are extremely concerned about this event in Chang'an, it is a perfect match for Li Lingyue and Shangguan Wan'er to launch the media at such a time.
"What if... what if others also imitate? I want something unique, something that no one can imitate, which is what you call a monopoly industry." Li Lingyue took the tea from Xiaoxue's hand diligently, and put it in Li Hong's hand. Position said.
Shangguan Wan'er on the side is naturally not a fuel-efficient lamp. Both women have great ambition and possessiveness, so once they feel that the idea can be formed, they start to think about how to dominate the market.
"Then it depends on how well you do. Only with competition can progress be achieved. If what you do deviates from the interests of the court and becomes your personal mouthpiece, then not only will other people come out, but you will also face There is a risk of being banned." Li Hong first gave the two women vaccinations to prevent them from becoming complacent and complacent after they realized the huge lethality of their right to speak and the guidance of public opinion.
Li Lingyue was naturally unhappy, and she understood clearly from beginning to end. According to the emperor's brother's warning, the jurisdiction was still in his hands, and she was just relying on his breath to make money.
"Don't be dissatisfied. If I were not willing, wouldn't Princess Lanling and the others also be unable to make these deals? As Her Royal Highness, you should naturally put the interests of the country, the country, and the court first."
"Then if someone sees the business opportunity, will you help?" Shangguan Wan'er secretly pulled the sleeve of Li Lingyue who was still retorting, and took a step back to ask.
She quickly understood the stakes involved. In doing so, His Royal Highness obviously believed deeply in the power of speech and the influence of public opinion guidance, so he had to control and supervise everything behind the scenes.
But in any case, he and Li Lingyue have achieved their original goal, a unique industry, and it is not just a matter of merchants, nor will it destroy the dignity of the royal family and the family tradition of the Shangguan family, even if they and Li Lingyue can achieve perfection To this extent, this is a great thing for both the royal family and the official family to gain both fame and fortune. It is also a great opportunity for her and Li Lingyue to become famous.
Li Hong looked at the beautiful sixteen-year-old Shangguan Wan'er, and a vague smile gradually appeared on the corner of his mouth. However, Shangguan Wan'er lowered his head involuntarily and did not dare to look at him again.
"This matter will be under the jurisdiction of the Chongwen Guan in the future. Therefore, without the permission of the Chongwen Guan, anyone, any aristocratic family or nobles who publish such a similar newspaper will violate the laws of the Tang Dynasty and will be prosecuted by Yushitai and Dali Temple. The Ministry of Punishment is asking for responsibility, and even depending on the severity of the circumstances, he needs to be jailed." Li Hong moved his eyes away from Shangguan Wan'er's shy cheek, turned to the focused Li Lingyue, and said reassuringly to the two of them.
When the two girls heard the assurance given by Li Hong, they felt relieved. The expressions on their faces finally returned to their usual relaxed and innocent look. They began to ignore Li Hong's presence and began to chatter about the students of Chongwen Hall. Who can be used, old scholars from the Imperial College and Hongwen Hall, who can give them advice. The future development direction will be mainly political affairs and current affairs.
As they were talking, the eyes of the two women began to light up, but Li Hong on the side was shocked. In this short period of time, the two women had already begun to discuss whether to add a section on current affairs and current affairs. Is it possible to publish some new books by Zhongshu Ling Shangguan Yi in installments on some relaxed pages, or print some books from the Imperial College and other schools’ collections, unique copies that are difficult for ordinary people to access, etc., so as to attract scholars all over the world? Come and buy.
(End of chapter)