According to Xu Guangqi's opinion, this yamen is more like the urban management bureau or the industrial and commercial bureau in the future.
Zhu Youxiao would be unwilling to establish such a government office with only these two positions.
Because the problem of the Ming Dynasty is very clear, it is not a problem of land annexation. Maybe this is also a big problem, but the most important problem of the Ming Dynasty is taxation.
Without money, the imperial court can do nothing.
On the contrary, the private sector holds a large amount of capital, and they will use capital to pressure the government. This is not a new thing, whether in the Ming Dynasty or in later generations.
Only when the court has money can it do what it wants and solve other problems.
Therefore, it would be a pity if such a government office was established but did not have the function of taxation.
But we have to do it step by step. If I go down to collect taxes now, it will probably cause trouble.
Just like the mining tax introduced by Emperor Wanli, which directly led to the conflict between Emperor Wanli and his ministers. On the surface, it seemed to be because of this or that, but in fact it was because of money.
Zhu Youxiao didn't want to make such a mistake.
If you don't move, it's fine. But if you move, it will be like thunder and lightning.
Glancing at Chen Hong standing beside him, Zhu Youxiao thought for a moment and said, "Go to the cabinet later and convey the imperial edict. Tell them that there's a lot of discussion going on inside and outside the court. Some say the Imperial Household Department is doing the right thing, while others say it's not. Let all officials discuss the matter and submit more memorials. Have the cabinet clearly state that I'm open to opinions, and as long as what they say makes sense, I'll definitely act on it. So let them speak boldly and don't hesitate."
Chen Hong quickly said respectfully, "Yes, Your Majesty, I will go right away."
When Chen Hong walked out, a smile slowly appeared on Zhu Youxiao's face.
What he just said, or the purpose of his doing this, was one and only one, and that was to improve his own reputation.
As for what those people wanted to do, or the opinions they put forward, Zhu Youxiao would not adopt them at all because they were completely meaningless.
Even if it made any sense, Zhu Youxiao would not let them do it.
Although there was public opinion outside, everything was proceeding as usual in the Ministry of Internal Affairs, with no intention of stopping at all.
The Imperial Household Department, the duty room of the head minister.
Zhang Guoji sat on the chair with an ugly expression on his face.
He has been in a bad mood recently. He originally thought that he would make great achievements after going to the Imperial Household Department, which would benefit both his public and private interests.
But who would have thought that after arriving at the Imperial Household Department, things were completely different from what he had imagined. Now there was more and more talk about him outside, and his reputation was getting worse and worse.
Especially after the news of the cooperation between the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the merchants came out, Zhang Guoji's reputation plummeted. The reason was very simple, that is, the outside world was saying that he was the one who did it.
At this point, Zhang Guoji was a little overwhelmed. Although he was nominally the head minister of the Imperial Household Department, he hadn't done anything about it, and he hadn't even been involved in it.
Zhang Guoji had no idea what was going on with the whole thing, but he knew that what the Audit Department was doing must be a big deal.
Once this thing is done, how much profit will there be?
Putting aside the issue of corruption, how much money do those businessmen give as tribute every year?
Of course, it’s not for money. What I’m saying is that I didn’t do this and I didn’t even participate in it. Why should I be blamed for everything?
Zhang Guoji felt wronged.
At this time, a man walked in from outside.
The man was a bit thin, and looked to be in his thirties. Unlike the others here, who were all wearing official uniforms, this man was wearing a scholar's robe, looking more like a teacher than a person in the officialdom.
After seeing this person, Zhang Guoji raised his head, forced a smile and said, "Is the gentleman here?"
The man called "Mr." by Zhang Guoji was named Qin Bing. His identity was also very simple. He was Zhang Guoji's staff member, the person who gave him advice.
Hearing Zhang Guoji greet him, Qin Bing smiled, bowed, and said, "Greetings, sir."
"Okay, there's no need to be polite between you and me." The unhappiness on Zhang Guoji's face disappeared, and he said with a slightly gentle smile.
This is a way for superiors to show their closeness to their subordinates, and Zhang Guoji feels that he uses it well.
Under such a close relationship, my subordinates will definitely assist me with all their heart and soul.
This wasn't his own conjecture, but rather the truth he derived from combining theory with practice. For example, Qin Bing, the man before him, was a talent he had recruited through respect and courtesy.
After Qin Bing sat down, Zhang Guoji said, "Sir, what do you think we should do now?"
Without answering Zhang Guoji's words, Qin Bing just smiled and said, "I just came back from outside and heard some news. I think the adults will be very interested."
After hearing Qin Bing's words, Zhang Guoji's face indeed showed an expression of interest.
This is not because he cooperated with the acting, but because every time Mr. Qin said this, he must be sure.
Zhang Guoji has experienced this kind of thing several times, so he is very confident.
"Now that His Majesty has issued an order, let the court officials discuss whether our Ministry of Internal Affairs should do this." Qin Bing said with a smile, "I think this is an opportunity."
"What do you mean?" Zhang Guoji said with a frown.
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