I really don't want to be a rebel [infrastructure]

Looking at their surprised looks, Luo Shixing said: "This plan has actually been in place for a long time. The establishment of the Jiaozhou Port was actually for this matter to a certain extent. Your Majesty said this, and His Majesty also agreed on this point at the beginning, and now that the Jiaozhou Port has almost been built, it's time to honor it."

The governors were a little surprised. If the establishment of diplomatic relations with the state and port was for the purpose of going to Southeast Asia and opening up business routes, then it can be said to be far-sighted.

What surprised them the most was that Luo Shixing had such confidence.

The governor of Guizhou couldn't help leaning forward slightly and asked, "Master Hou, going to Nanyang is very dangerous. Few fleets can return safely. You should think twice."

This is also the reason why the Maritime Silk Road is relatively down and out now. Frankly speaking, the internal circulation at Guangzhou Port can already make them a lot of money. There is no need for everyone to fight against the sea and risk their lives to make money. This is really true. Desperate, and there is a high probability that you will die.

Luo Shixing nodded seriously: "Don't worry, I know about this matter, but I dare to say that I have to rely on it. Jiaozhou...has built a new type of cargo ship, which is stronger and safer than the previous ship, not to mention The caravan I organized can be regarded as a government organization, and weapons can be carried on board."

The governor of Rongzhou said hesitantly: "Most of the ships going to Nanyang will be equipped with weapons, but pirates are rampant, and many merchant ships are still lost."

Luo Shixing waved his hand: "It's different, they have too few weapons to use, and I will also arrange for the Xuanyi Army to escort them all the way. As long as it is not due to the weather, whoever dares to snatch them will be impatient."

Xuanyi Army... All of a sudden they lost their voices, Xuanyi Army's prestige has been revealed, and the four words "invincible" seem to be tailor-made for them.

Even though they had never fought in water battles, their impressive military exploits in the past made them subconsciously feel that those pirates were no match for the Xuanyi Army.

The governors of Rongzhou and Yongzhou stopped dissuading them. Anyway, the caravan hadn't been formed yet, so they had time to wait and see.

Luo Shixing saw that they did not express their opinion, knowing that it would be difficult for them to make this decision, he said: "If you have an idea of ​​building a port, please tell me that there is a professional construction team in Jiaozhou, as for the imperial court, you can also leave it to me. to persuade."

The governors of Rongzhou and Yongzhou were immediately moved. Apart from worrying about money, they were more worried about the court’s disapproval, because they couldn’t be sure whether the port would really meet expectations. The most important thing was that they didn’t Knowing what to expect, even if you brag to the court, you don't know how to brag.

If there is an envoy to come forward in person, this matter will be easy.

The Governor of Yongzhou rubbed his hands and said: "The envoy of the Economic Strategy is willing to help us, and I will be deeply impressed. It's just that... the construction of the port requires a lot of money."

Luo Shixing sighed: "I know your concerns. To be honest, if I had taken over two years earlier, I would have said that the money came out of the Jinglue Mansion, but now... hey, the Jinglue Mansion has no money."

As for why there is no money, of course it was all corrupted by the predecessor. Everyone knows this matter very well.

The governor of Yongzhou lowered his head in disappointment, and recalled the current treasury in Yongzhou, as if the old farmer was checking his own warehouse, but in fact the warehouse in Yongzhou... was so clean that it could run away with rats.

Luo Shixing thought for a while and said, "If it really doesn't work, you can take out a mortgage."

"Mortgage loan?" The governors of Rongzhou and Yongzhou asked in unison.

It was the first time they heard this word, and they didn't understand what it meant.

Luo Shixing explained: "It means that the state government can lend you money, but you have to pay interest, and then repay the money every month according to the repayment regulations, but how much money you borrow must be mortgaged with something of equivalent value. If not, this thing belongs to the state capital of Jiaozhou."

Profit is interest. This thing appeared as early as the Shang Dynasty, at least in the Zhou Dynasty, so Luo Shixing didn't need to explain too much to everyone.

Mortgage loans... sounds reasonable but there are certain risks, and they really don't guarantee that they can pay back.

After thinking about it, the governor of Rongzhou asked, "Then... what will I use as a mortgage?"

"House and land are fine, but note that this is a transaction between the state capital and the state capital, so only the assets in the hands of the state capital can be used as collateral. This mortgage is to prevent loan abandonment, otherwise the port will be built when the time comes. Well, in the end, if you don’t pay back the money, wouldn’t I have to pay a lot of money?”

Everyone laughed, thinking who would dare to owe you money, you are an envoy, the imperial court's annual taxation and appropriation policies are in your hands, it depends on how you apply to the imperial court, we are full I owe you money and don't pay it back.

In fact, they were still afraid that they would not pay back the money they owed in the future. This guy directly brought someone to the door, and they couldn't beat the Xuanyi Army.

Luo Shixing said here that the early planning of the coastal economic development belt has basically been finished. As for the mid-term and subsequent planning... there is no need to tell them that although the picture is good, these people may not be able to imagine it, so step by step bring it on.

After the end, he turned his head to look at the governor of Guizhou and said: "Although your place is not coastal, the coastal economic belt may not have nothing to do with you. Of course, the first premise is that both Rongzhou and Yongzhou have ports. When the time comes, your caravan Trade can be done through their ports, of course these can only be established as plans in the ports."

After hearing this, the governor of Guizhou looked at Rongzhou and Yongzhou governor longingly. The governor of Yongzhou was better. He was newly appointed and had no friendship with these people before, but the governor of Rongzhou felt a little uncomfortable.

He and the governor of Guizhou can still be regarded as relatives-in-law, but even if they are relatives-in-law, he has to go back and discuss with his subordinates for such an important decision.

Fortunately, the governor of Guizhou didn't say anything, just nodded and said: "I know, Guizhou...in fact, there is nothing special about it."

Luo Shixing said with a smile: "You are wrong. Although Guizhou is not along the coast, there are many rivers. You can definitely develop water transportation. Moreover, Guizhou's geographical location is very important. It connects many places and can be regarded as an important transportation route. For the caravan, they must either go from Sichuan or Sichuan, or go to Guizhou. In fact, in my opinion, Guizhou is better."

The governor of Guizhou said that Guizhou is good, didn't you also go to Shuzhou?

In fact, they all know that Jiaozhou did not choose this place before because they were not at ease. Shuzhou is actually much safer than other places, because the roads there have eliminated many bandits and the like, not to mention that it is a strategically important place. Dao said that the imperial court was very strict about guarding it. If Tubo invaded the Tang Dynasty, it would either go to the Western Regions or go to the northern part of Shuzhou, so it must be strictly monitored.

However, now that the five states in south of the Five Ridges are nominally under Luo Shixing's command, no one dares to snatch the caravan of the envoy, especially the envoy's fist is very hard.

Of course, Luo Shixing's water transportation still reminded the governor of Guizhou.

Luo Shixing continued: "Actually, besides water transportation, there is one more thing that needs to be grasped most is the grain production. You probably all know that the grain production in Jiaozhou is now the best in the whole Zhou Dynasty. The first reason is that we can Planting three-crop rice, this is the focus but not entirely the focus, the most important thing is that our grain is different from other places."

Everyone's eyes lit up when they heard what he said. They have been craving the unique grains of Jiaozhou for a long time, but they heard that the imperial court would not leave, so they didn't even dare to open their mouths.

But now, after listening to the scriptures, I'm afraid I'm willing to let them go. It's really good to be your own person.

The governor of Guizhou was closer to Luo Shixing, and couldn't help asking: "Master Hou, are the grain seeds going to be released? Will the imperial court... be unhappy?"

This is the God of Wealth, even though Luo Shixing's plans made them hesitate, but I have to say that it is different if someone gives advice, at least they have opened their minds.

So this one has to give a good confession, because of their interests, they are naturally more concerned about whether Luo Shixing will be transferred away, as long as this one can stay here for a long time, even if a little bit leaks through the fingers, it may be enough for them to eat up.

Luo Shixing didn't understand the meaning of the governor of Guizhou at first, but it took him a while to understand, and he laughed suddenly: "Don't worry, I didn't give it to the imperial court because our geography and hydrology are different from those in the Central Plains. It's useless."

Only then did everyone understand, and immediately felt relieved.

Luo Shixing said: "All the grains are cultivated by specialized personnel. When you need them, arrange someone to go to Beidai County to buy them."

Beidai County has basically set up a place specializing in the research of grain seeds. Now that the grain seeds have evolved to Linu No. [-], Luo Shixing will see where they can put the numbers.

Everyone was very excited after hearing this, as long as they can buy it, what they are worried about is that Jiaozhou will not sell it.

In fact, Jiaozhou really refused to sell it before, and my own people couldn't completely cover it, so how could it be possible to sell it.

However, with the increase of rice fields in the past two years, the output has gradually increased, and the output of grain seeds has naturally increased, and some can be sold.

Selling grain seeds is also an income, and this income is not low.

Luo Shixing felt that the grain production of these three states should be increased first. If the production rate increases and the tax rate remains the same, the corresponding tax rate will be reduced. Then, when they have money, they may not need a loan to build a port.

These things can't be rushed. Luo Shixing's plan is ten years, and he is already very satisfied with the coastal economic belt being able to form a certain initial scale in ten years.

The governor of Sanzhou received his advice and left with great gratitude. Before leaving, he made a special trip to Beidai County to discuss the grain business.

They can't make an immediate decision on the port, but this is still possible.

When Luo Shixing saw the number reported by Beidai County, he looked at Cheng Jingwei with a smile and said, "Don't tell me, these guys really want to take good care of the land under their jurisdiction."

Cheng Jingwei said: "The imperial court is gradually deploying people to Lingnan. At the same time, it actually shows that the officials in Lingnan are also gradually being included in the entire operating system of the imperial court. They may be able to catch up with the transfer. Naturally, they have to work hard."

In the past, the governors of Lingnan either became old or retired halfway. Basically, they had already seen their end when they became governors.

Luo Shixing nodded and said, "Don't mention this, you go back and choose some soldiers from the Xuanyi Army who are good at water and don't get seasick."

Cheng Jingwei asked, "Going to Nanyang?"

Luo Shixing's eyes were bright: "Go to Nanyang!"