Chapter 258 Raising Funds!
After Wang Xinru told Mr. Wang about donating money to build roads, Mr. Wang agreed very much.
It would be great for businessmen like them if such roads could be built all over the country.
"Daughter, our family should donate more. Please prepare the money in the next two days, and then we can go and donate it."
When Wang Xinru just suggested donating money to build roads, Mr. Wang was very supportive. When Wang Xinru told Mr. Wang about so many other benefits, Mr. Wang became even happier.
"That's great! I'll go inform the other members of the Chamber of Commerce. I think they'll be interested too. It's such a great opportunity, don't miss out on a spot."
Mr. Wang asked his daughter to take care of the money, while he happily went to the Chamber of Commerce.
Mr. Wang is not only the richest man in the capital, but also the president of the Chamber of Commerce. The people in the Chamber of Commerce were very surprised when they heard Mr. Wang tell them about this.
"President Wang, I can't believe whether this is true or not!"
"Yes, it is a great honor to be able to see the emperor!"
"The plaque bestowed by the emperor is wrong this time. I don't know when my Zhang family will have another chance."
"What an honor! To be commended by the Emperor!"
"President, are there any requirements for the donation? I want to prepare more."
"When I thought about the possibility of naming a highway after me, I was so excited that I wanted to donate money right away."
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The people in the Chamber of Commerce were all very excited. After all, merchants had a relatively low status and they had money but nowhere to spend it.
If you have no connections on a daily basis, you can't get along with the government.
"Everyone, please be patient and prepare the money first. It will only take three to five days. Since we have to donate the money anyway, let's donate generously."
Mr. Wang decided to have someone carry the silver to the scene to donate it on the same day, so that everyone could see that his Wang family was donating real money.
"President, we will listen to you. Let's prepare the money in the next few days. When the time comes, we will do whatever you say."
Everyone was very happy doing business with the Wang family and made a lot of money. Everyone was also convinced that Mr. Wang was the president.
"I've received the news, so I've come to tell you. Please keep quiet and prepare quietly."
Mr. Wang was afraid that the rumor would get distorted as people spread it around, which would then have a negative impact.
"President, don't worry, we all know!"
After getting everyone's assurance, Mr. Wang rushed home and discussed the matter with his wife again.
"Master, please donate more. I heard that the Qin family is responsible for this matter. Let's consider it as supporting the Qin family."
Mrs. Wang thought that Qin Qingyuan and Ning Xuan were responsible for this matter. One was her benefactor, and the other was her son-in-law's younger brother.
Mrs. Wang was worried that if they couldn't raise the money, the emperor would blame them.
"Madam and I have the same idea. Even if there are no hidden benefits, our family will still donate."
"Just think of it as a blessing for the children. Building roads is a good thing and can benefit the people. Money is valuable only when it is used for meaningful purposes."
Mrs. Wang teased her son with a happy face.
Mr. Wang felt that what his wife said was absolutely right. If money is earned but not used, it is just a pile of dead money. The more you spend, the more you have. Donate it and you can earn more.
His son is still young and he can still earn money for him. His daughter's ability to make money is no worse than his. What does he have to worry about?
After Wang Xinru returned home in the evening, the family of three discussed it again.
Five days later, the donation ceremony will be officially held.
The Ministry of Rites personally presided over the donation ceremony, which was held right at the gate of the imperial palace.
The event was held in a grand manner, and the Ministry of Revenue generously allocated money for this donation event.
The imperial edict was posted a few days ago, and everyone in the capital was waiting for this day.
The event was held in the name of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, and the Emperor appeared as a mysterious guest.
Many officials also arrived at the scene. Since it was a royal event, they had to show their support and everyone prepared money.
In order to ensure fairness, people from the Ministry of Household Affairs were present to record the events, and Gu Jinghuai personally hosted the event.
The top scholar is extremely handsome and talented. Although he is married, it does not prevent women from liking him. If they can't get him, it's nice to just look at him.
The eldest princess was the first to take the lead in donating money, donating 500,000 taels of silver.
When the other officials saw that the eldest princess had donated silver, they also donated some.
The noble families all have financial resources. Although they cannot donate as much as the Princess's Mansion, they can still donate 100,000 or 200,000 taels.
Whenever someone made a donation, Gu Jinghuai would read it aloud on the stage and say some warm words.
Gu Jinghuai's role today is equivalent to that of a host. Yesterday, Qin Zhizhi specifically reminded him to be passionate.
It can infect everyone and make them feel that donating money is doing charity, which is an extremely glorious and noble thing.
The emotional value of the officials who donated money was maximized, making them feel that they were extremely noble and caring about the people.
Gu Jinghuai's eloquence was unquestionable, and he brought the atmosphere to a climax. Some ladies were so moved that they cried.
Looking at the high spirits of everyone present, Gu Ting couldn't help but admire his nephew's eloquence and felt inferior to him.
After the officials made their donations, it was the turn of the wealthy and famous people. Gu Ting rubbed his hands together excitedly.
Because Qin Zhizhi told them yesterday that wealthy businessmen are the main force tonight.
Although the Gu and Qin families had already donated silver, Qin Zhizhi donated another 300,000 taels of silver in the name of Meiyanfang.
Everyone sighed, and at the same time they all admired Qin Zhizhi's righteousness. She donated her parents' home and her in-laws' home, as well as her shop.
Before everyone could finish expressing their feelings, Mr. Wang personally arrived and donated one million taels of silver, and he even carried the silver directly to the scene.
Everyone used to know that the Wang family was the richest family in Beijing, and now everyone also knows the righteousness of the Wang family.
With Mr. Wang taking the lead, the subsequent donations proceeded in a lively manner.
The wealthy businessmen had a lot of money and donated a lot of silver. The emperor was so excited listening to the performance backstage.
After all the donations were collected, Gu Jinghuai invited the emperor to appear as the last act. No one expected that the emperor would really come back, and the wealthy businessmen were very excited.
The emperor commended them on the spot and personally presented them with plaques. Some people were so excited that their hands were shaking when they were on the same stage with the emperor.
After all the plaques were awarded, the emperor not only praised each person, but also personally invited them to the palace for a banquet.
After the banquet in the palace, the emperor arranged for people to escort each family with a plaque back home.
Officers and soldiers led the way, followed by the gong and drum team, and followed closely by a plaque inscribed by the emperor himself.
The streets were crowded with people, who were expressing their gratitude. The scene was very grand.
Everyone who received the plaque had a beaming face. It was a great honor to be personally rewarded by the emperor.
Some people even asked Xiao Si to scatter coins along the way. This matter was the focus of discussion in the whole city today.
After the donations were completed, the Ministry of Revenue calculated that the silver donated today was equivalent to the national treasury's income for three years.
The emperor turned his sore wrist and felt it was worth it.
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