Chapter 1117 This is also called the Enfeoffment Order
The whole place was in chaos, and Old Man Jiang was really at a loss.
He had it all planned out, and as long as he put it into practice, he would be able to drag Lei Zhen into the trap completely. However, he didn't expect the other party to use such a trick, turning around and cutting off his ties with the major families.
The five major families were originally headed by him, but now they are all vassal kings and can develop independently. Can they still respect him?
Also, although Old Man Jiang was appointed as the director, it seemed like he was promoted, but in fact he lost power.
The deputy director is directly responsible for the Civil Affairs Department and the Operations Department. This position will be elected by hundreds of clan leaders. Even if he wants to take action, there will not be enough time.
The cruelest thing was to reveal their relationship, causing suspicion among everyone.
Everyone knows that when a marriage is first arranged, it must be the sweet period. Why force Lei Zhen to abdicate at this time?
The clan leaders are all smart people. Old Man Jiang can make these families obedient, but he cannot control how they interpret his words in depth.
As for allowing small families to obtain vassal power, there is no need to worry about this, because small families are dependent on their big families, and vassal power is useless.
So after the small family was ecstatic, they immediately realized this problem: it was useless!
The big families are vassal kings, and they have to cling to others' thighs and live under their tyranny.
"The Public Opinion Bureau has established a Trade Department to connect with the trade systems of over 100 countries worldwide and bring in funding from the world's six largest banks and three of the top foundations," Jin Ju continued. "In addition, the Plateau Continent, Desert Continent, and Western Continent are fully open to all families. By the way, these aren't resources from the Public Opinion Bureau, but from Mr. Lei. He will spare no effort to support each family in developing their industrial chains globally..."
The small family is completely crazy, this is a chance for them to make a lot of money!
What is the most profitable thing these days?
foreign trade!
Lack of channels is no problem, the Public Opinion Bureau has opened up channels in more than 100 countries; lack of funds is no problem, the Public Opinion Bureau has introduced the world's six largest banks; lack of industry is no problem, several continents are all open, and anyone can go to pan for gold.
"Mr. Lei, is this true?" a clan leader asked loudly.
"You are the head of the Southeast Xu family, right?" Lei Zhen said with a smile.
"Ah? You actually know me?" The head of the Xu family was flattered.
"Not only do I know you, I also know that you're primarily involved in mining, but lack reliable channels." Lei Zhen continued, "Don't worry now. There are numerous high-quality mines on the plateau continent, all dormant. You can go all out and start working."
"But the plateau continent is very chaotic."
"Hahaha……"
Lei Zhen laughed as if he had heard the best joke, and simply did not answer the question, which embarrassed the head of the Xu family.
What kind of stupid question am I asking?
Sir, you control hundreds of thousands of mercenaries on the African continent. Since you let me go, do I still need to worry about safety issues?
"Mr. Lei, have you opened the channel with Ermao? Our family mainly does grain business." Another clan leader asked.
"You're the head of the Gu family in the northwest. I'll give you a call later and tell them what you want." Lei Zhen smiled and said, "We're both our own companies. Everything will be fine, haha."
"I'm the head of the Yan family in the southwest. We've always done business along the Meigong River, but we've become sworn enemies with Puwang in the Red Triangle. The channel has been blocked for a year. Could you help us solve this problem, sir?"
"Okay, General Puwang will die, and your channel will be unblocked."
“…”
It is true that hundreds of thousands of mercenaries cannot enter, but what does that mean?
It’s the same old saying, the world of martial arts is not about fighting and killing. There is fighting and killing every day. You rob me and I rob you, repeatedly creating GDP, but how much actual wealth has increased?
If you want to make money, go out.
As long as you are willing to go out, I, Lei Zhen, will protect all your families, because the world outside belongs to me!
You don't need to worry about insufficient funds or security issues. You only need to worry about whether your pockets are big enough to hold so much gold.
At this moment, Old Man Jiang's face turned pale.
He finally understood what Lei Zhen was up to - the Enfeoffment Order!
This conspiracy has been around for thousands of years and has absolutely no solution.
All five major families become vassal kings, and then fundamentally solve the most urgent problems of small families.
You want independence? I'll give it to you!
And it will be given without any conditions. Even the Public Opinion Bureau will withdraw all observation and investigation posts and will no longer restrict you in any way.
Isn't this what you want?
It was given to the vassal kings, and in turn, the most practical benefits were given to the small families: foreign trade!
Directly hollow out the big families, because the small families have better options, who will be exploited by you? Anyway, the Public Opinion Bureau has ordered it, and the small families also have independent autonomy.
"By the way, some foreign trade cannot be taken over by just one or two families." Lei Zhen said loudly: "I suggest that several families set up a company together. This will help to carry out various foreign trade businesses, because the West recognizes strength."
Another move to cut off the source of the problem.
Let several small families merge together in the form of a company to form a large force, so as to compete with the big families and completely break away from their control.
This is an open conspiracy, and it’s also called the Enfeoffment Order!
At this moment, Lu Xiaoqi and the others had no way to express their grievances, and even if they wanted to object, it was useless.
We've given you everything, and you've accepted it. You can't possibly object, right? If you still want to object at this time and want to hold on to the small families, then just wait for the vassal states to revolt!
"Does anyone have any opinions?" Lei Zhen asked.
"No! It's up to you, sir!" An excited voice rang out.
There is no opposition because it will be drowned out.
Everything comes down to two words: benefits. As long as you provide enough benefits to those below you, you will be a true god.
If you don't control the lower part, you won't be able to sit steadily even if you are in a high position.
Lei Zhen's grasp of this aspect was too precise. How did he keep hundreds of thousands of mercenaries under tight control? He didn't control the generals, but the backbone.
"Since everyone agrees, we'll proceed with the election for the Deputy Director of the Public Opinion Bureau later," Lei Zhen said with a smile. "This election will be conducted with absolute fairness and impartiality. The Deputy Director will be responsible for promoting the development of each family. The selection will be from the five lists I've provided."
Jin Ju pulled out a list and read it out in public: First candidate, Lu Xiaoqi, head of the Lu family; second candidate, Sun Jingshan, head of the Sun family; third candidate, Xiang Zhenhai, head of the Xiang family; fourth candidate, Guo Tianyang, acting head of the Guo family; fifth candidate, Zhu Yuanhan.
There are five lists, and the five major families occupy four of them. The last one, Zhu Yuanhan, seems to be just there to make up the numbers.
"Okay, now let's vote. Those who agree with Lu Xiaoqi, please raise your hands—"
Some people raised their hands, all of them were from the Northeast faction.
"Please raise your hands if you agree with Sun Jingshan——"
Some people raised their hands, those from the central faction.
"Please raise your hands if you agree with Xiang Zhenhai..."
The clan leaders below seemed to have discussed it beforehand, and each raised their hands and chose the big family they belonged to, until the last one made up the number.
"Please raise your hands if you agree with Zhu Yuanhan——"
Swish!
All hands raised, unanimous approval.
"Okay, on behalf of the Public Opinion Research Bureau, I announce that the new deputy director is Zhu Yuanhan!"
This is public opinion and cannot be violated.
None of the five major families could say anything, so they could only accept it and applaud reluctantly.
Lei Zhen laughed and looked at Old Man Jiang and the others: It’s useless to give you a chance, you are a bunch of trash!
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