"County magistrate, it's not that we don't want to bring back grain."
Nowadays, almost every village in Siping City is short of food.
If you want to buy grain outside of Siping City, the price will be very high.
Even though the grain was bought at a high price, the county's financial allocation was only so small. The amount of grain purchased was far from enough to meet the needs of the entire county.
Even a skilled cook can't cook without rice!
The county magistrate's subordinates recounted the story with mournful faces.
"No matter how much food we can buy, we'll save as many people as we can."
Also, go buy grain, the cheaper the better; coarse grains will do, it's less likely anyone will starve.
Qian Xianmin also knew that his decision had put some people in a difficult position.
But he couldn't just stand by and watch all the people in the county starve to death, could he?
"Go, send people to various places to find affordable and good quality grain, and buy as much as you can."
After receiving Qian Xianmin's instructions, everyone left the office, and County Chief Qian slumped into his chair in dejection.
If something really goes wrong this time, he might lose his position as county magistrate.
Qian Xianmin sighed deeply, rubbed his face vigorously, and wiped away the bitter smile on his face.
His fingers tapped lightly on the table, and his eyes involuntarily glanced at the copied bill beside his arm.
I couldn't help but think that it would be great if every village in the county were like Xishan Village.
Unfortunately, there aren't that many "what ifs" in the world.
"County Chief Qian, Director Gao from the coal mine is looking for you."
His secretary knocked on the door and spoke to Qian Xianmin in the office.
Upon hearing his secretary's words, Qian Xianmin immediately stood up and said quickly, "Old Gao is here? Please come in, please come in!"
Looking up, I saw that Director Gao's face was also full of troubles.
“Xianmin, the coal miners are running out of food, so how can my men have the strength to work?”
In that case, it seems very difficult to achieve this year's final coal production target!
Kang Yuan shook his head and complained to Qian Xianmin.
Upon hearing this, Qian Xianmin sighed and shook his head, replying, "Kang Yuan, we've been brothers for many years, you should know my character."
As long as there is food, I will never withhold food from the workers.
Today I had a meeting with my subordinates all day. The only thing we can do is send people out to find food, but the county's finances are limited. If your coal mine could provide some support, that would be even better.
Then, we can buy cheap and good grain, and everyone will be happy.
When Kang Yuan heard Qian Xianmin say that, he couldn't help but feel a little tempted.
The last time, Fu Hongxing led his mentors' convoy out, and although he returned injured, he brought back quite a lot of valuable items.
This time was no different; I brought a convoy with me.
It's better to exchange some grain than to sit idly by.
"Xianmin, do you have any capable subordinates who can do this?"
If not, I can introduce you to someone, how about that?
After all, when you're traveling with so much money, you need to find someone who understands you.
Qian Xianmin originally had a plan in mind, but when he heard Kang Yuan ask this question, it was clear that he had a good candidate in mind.
Who is it?
Qian Xianmin asked with some curiosity.
"You've met him before; he's Fu Hongxing, who solved the water flow problem. He used to work in the purchasing department of our mine."
Last time, they gave us a lot of good stuff in exchange for our mine.
He must have connections to buy cheap and affordable grain.
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