I really don't want to take shortcuts anymore

"Improve consumption tax?" Even though Huo Yu had been in officialdom for many years, he never thought that a restaurant owner would take the initiative to propose a tax increase.

"Yes." Luo Qianhuai explained: "Mother Zhu heard that someone once proposed to discuss the wine system and implement a monopoly on wine like salt and iron. However, this policy is really inappropriate and is suspected of competing with the people for profit, so Your Majesty has not given permission."

"I have also heard about this matter." Huo Yu nodded. In fact, he was present during the discussion in the court, but because he was not too concerned about economic matters, he did not express any opinions.

"Liquor, especially famous wines like Bu Xian Xian, is a huge profit industry, so the predecessors proposed to discuss the wine system, and now people are planning to include it in the annual tribute. This is the reason. But Zhu Niang thinks that the above two methods are too simple. It’s rough, so it’s better to use taxation for reasonable regulation and guidance.”

When Huo Yu heard this, he already had a taste of it and became interested in this topic.

He returned to the desk, sat down with his sleeves rolled up, and motioned Luo Qianhuai with his eyes to continue.

"Adults can make suggestions. For drinks whose price exceeds a certain amount, such as more than 2,000 yuan per bottle, in addition to the normal 10% tax, an additional 30% to 40% consumption tax on high-end goods will be levied."

"In this way, the country can get generous tax revenue to fill the national treasury, and many onlookers will enter the market cautiously because of the lower profits. Merchants like Mingyue Tower, although they will make less profits, will be able to avoid losing money. Gong, I am already satisfied, this strategy can satisfy the needs of many parties, I wonder what do you think, sir?"

Huo Yu was silent for a while. This was a brand new idea that he had never thought of, but it sounded feasible and would be of great benefit to himself.

He is a very smart person, and has already thought that this consumption tax can not only be applied to luxury drinks, but can also be applied to other high-end consumer goods, such as copperware, which may curb the trend of collecting coins to cast copper and obtain the price difference. .

What is particularly rare is that this unprecedented new tax does not cause any harm to ordinary people. It only transfers mountains of money from the homes of princes and powerful people to the national treasury.

And whoever proposes this good plan will not only be praised by His Majesty, but may also be remembered in history.

Huo Yu suppressed the excitement in her heart.

"Did Mrs. Zhu really come up with this consumption tax?"

"Of course." Luo Qianhuai sold Zhu Niang without hesitation. He had already solved the trouble for her, how could she not even be able to afford a false reputation?

Huo Yu has no doubt that he has it. He was deeply impressed by Mrs. Zhu because she came up with the auction method at that time, and now, she has added the consumption tax.

Madam Zhu is really talented, so it's a pity that she only serves as a restaurant owner.

If she hadn't been a woman, he would have dismissed her as a corporal and hired her as his staff and counselor.

But she happened to be a woman, and the origin of her employer was unknown. Even with his status, it was not possible to find out clearly.

"I will make a report as soon as possible." When it came to official business, Huo Yu said simply and neatly: "The tribute issue is over now. You can tell Madam Zhu that there is no need to worry about this matter anymore."

"My lord is wise." Luo Qianhuai also breathed a sigh of relief. Although a huge chunk of profit has been given up, as long as the sales are open, there is still money to be made.

Paying taxes in accordance with the law is the obligation and responsibility of every citizen. Without the backing of a strong and prosperous country, there will be no prosperity in all walks of life. At this point, Luo Qianhuai was born to see higher and further than the people of Dayu at this time.

"I've been re-investigating your uncle's case recently. With this bottle of potion you provided, I think the truth will soon come to light." Huo Yu said, looking straight at Luo Qianhuai's face.

"Thank you, sir." Luo Qianhuai saluted calmly and thanked him: "When the day comes when my uncle's injustice is overturned, I will be grateful to you."

Huo Yu could tell that the deep thanks in Luo Qianhuai's mouth were probably different from what he thought, so he raised his eyebrows lightly:

"Ms. Luo, if I am not satisfied with your thank you gift by then, how will this case be overturned and how will it be covered up? It may be even worse than the result of the previous trial - you have to think clearly. , otherwise don’t blame me for being ruthless.”

"Don't worry, sir. My little girl understands." Luo Qianhuai knew in his heart that a toy that emerged by chance is incomparable to a mine. There is no need to doubt what Huo Yu will choose when the time comes.

But we still need to think of a way to let Huo Yu relent after getting the benefits, so as not to lose both people and money.

She was thinking about it a thousand times and was about to say goodbye when He Jian pushed open the door and came in and reported: "Sir, there are more than a dozen skilled craftsmen who have been summoned. I have asked them to wait in the wing. You see... ....”

"The matter here is settled. I will go meet them now. Send Madam Luo out."

Huo Yu picked up the gray-black flat jade box on the table, ignored Luo Qianhuai, and left with square steps.

Luo Qianhuai's heart was moved, and he asked He Jian on the way: "My lord summoned the skilled craftsmen, but to open the box?"

This matter is not a secret. The imperial list has been posted everywhere, and He Jian has no need to hide it from her: "That's right. Inside this box is the tribute sent by Wusun this time. It is said to be a secret treasure left at the founding of the country. Only those who are destined can open it. The Wusun people have tried for thousands of years without success. Knowing that their family is weak and weak, they took the initiative to donate it to Your Majesty, saying that the emperor was ordered by heaven, so opening this thing would be a no-brainer."

As soon as he mentioned Wusun, Luo Qianhuai immediately remembered what he thought was similar to him before. Isn't it the key obtained from Weng Guimi's braid?

This man is really interesting. He obviously has the key, which means he also knows what is in the box, but why would he tell this big lie? Could it be that there is something wrong with the things in it?

"Isn't it just a jade box? Just be careful and smash it into pieces. Why bother to mobilize so many troops?"

He Jian sighed: "It's not the envoy from Wusun who praised me in front of your majesty for producing many capable people, and also said that the box itself is a rare treasure. Playing with it regularly can prolong your life and must not be damaged, so there is Like this."

Luo Qianhuai thought thoughtfully: "Your Majesty just handed over such an important item to Mr. Huo?"

"That's natural." He Jian knew that Huo Yu cared about Luo Qianhuai, and he already regarded her as half of his family. He was quite proud in his words: "Your Majesty trusts the head of the family, and Lang Jun is the elder he looks after." The big one is naturally extremely trustworthy."

"Then, has His Majesty given you a time limit to crack it?"

As soon as the time limit was mentioned, He Jian's previous enthusiasm immediately disappeared.

"Envoy Wusun will be staying in Dayu for half a month. If it is not untied before the expiration date, His Majesty will definitely lose face. By then, I am afraid that Mr. Lang will not be able to get away."