Hearing the word 'reform', Emperor Jianning's anger subsided. "What are your plans? Tell me!"
Gao Qi's so-called "reform" was nothing more than raising salt prices, cutting staff, and reducing various costs.
The Jianning Emperor's anger, which had just subsided, flared up even more. "If the price of salt rises again, how can the people still afford it? Didn't I mention cutting staff and reducing losses at the beginning of the year? What exactly have you discussed at the Salt and Iron Bureau?"
Gao Qi was not very capable and only knew how to follow the rules. "Your Majesty, please forgive me! Your Majesty, please forgive me! I, I will definitely..."
"Shut up!"
After Emperor Jianning finished yelling at Gao Qi, he turned to Duke Lu and said, "The revenue from just one shop in Duke Lu's mansion is equivalent to the annual salt profits of Dayong. Duke Lu's mansion is truly full of talented people. How about Duke Lu give Gao Qi some advice?"
Duke Lu said in panic, "I dare not! A lot of money passes through the shop, but the actual profit is pitifully small."
He suddenly had an idea and said, "Prince Ping's shops have brought in a lot of money. Why don't we ask Prince Ping to give Mr. Gao some advice?"
Kang Yueran said she had a plan to reform the salt industry. Chai Shijing was still considering how to propose it when Duke Lu presented him with the opportunity.
"Your Majesty, Miss Kang has some talent for business. I am willing to discuss this with her and will give you a reply within three days."
A reply was given within three days, and Emperor Jianning was very satisfied. "Good! You are in charge of the Ministry of Revenue. I am confident in you."
Duke Lu sneered in his heart. The Salt and Iron Bureau hadn't come up with a solution in years, and they could come up with one in three days? It was a joke!
Emperor Jianning glanced at Gao Qi and waved his hand, "Everyone, leave!"
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