Chapter 1,057 The Conversation Between the Emperor and His Ministers

There are basically three places where the palace handles government affairs and receives nobles.

The Outer Court is the largest and most formal hall, responsible for discussing and handling the internal and foreign affairs of the empire. The inner court basically handled the government affairs of the territory directly under the emperor. There are imperial prime ministers in the outer court and consuls in the inner court. Each leads a group of ministers and officials to handle less important parts on behalf of the emperor, or to perfect the details of decision-making.

As for the parts that required imperial writing or personal reading, the emperor would handle them in the imperial study. Sometimes His Majesty the Emperor would also receive ministers in the imperial study, but only those who were very close to him, or the prime minister or consul himself, had this honor.

The Grand Duke of Kawei grew up wearing the same pants as the emperor. After entering the palace, he was directly led into the royal study by his personal guards. Here, the old emperor is rushing to finish the government affairs accumulated during the end of the year for his New Year's holiday.

Duke Kawei, who was allowed to enter after a briefing, met with the old emperor's warm greetings: "Old guy, he looks alive and kicking, he's not dead yet."

"Your Majesty, I have become a transcendent and have beaten away the messengers of death countless times. Those who want me dead have to wait. Not only can I continue to serve you, but I can also serve your son. You Your grandson, your great-grandson, for generations to come, I don’t know how long I can serve.”

"So, you have made up your mind to come back and help me, right? That's why you are so anxious. I finished the one-month journey in three days. Those who don't know may think that I am dead, and you rush over to attend the funeral. Let’s divide the power by the way.”

"Ha, Your Majesty is serious. Old minister, I am too old and my eyesight is dim. I have to stop and take three breaths every two steps. I can no longer be used by Your Majesty. Throwing me back to my own territory to wait for death is the best choice." After saying that, the old Duke pretended to cough twice and take a few breaths.

Seeing this poor acting, the emperor didn't even have the intention to criticize. He asked directly: "Tell me about it. What is going on?"

Although he didn't say it explicitly, Duke Kawei knew that this was getting straight to the point, and he didn't continue to act pretentious. He came to Beijing with such a high profile this time, and he had the intention of building momentum for the car. The purpose is not only to make money from the industry under his name, but also to promote the good things he realizes to the entire empire. In fact, he has a heart of loyalty and strengthening the country.

Therefore, Mr. Kawei did not hide it. After getting permission to use the water mirror screen, he explained the content prepared with the magician in advance to the old emperor using the earth's briefing method. The old emperor was also curious about this novel way of explanation at first, but later, his attention was entirely focused on the content of the old duke's briefing.

The pros and cons of cars are actually the same as what the old Duke and his son said. The same thing is said here again, but with an additional briefing to assist in the explanation. But after all, the people he spoke to were different, so the old Duke was prepared to explain from different viewpoints.

Even if the military use is not considered, the economic benefits of trucks are also considerable. The convenience that small cars bring to individuals will indirectly stimulate economic growth. This can be seen from the development of technology guilds.

When the sales staff responsible for handling business and the craftsmen on duty began to configure a large number of cars, the technical guild could be said to have experienced a wave of explosive growth. From originally operating only in Area VI of the Holy City of Estali, it has extended its tentacles to the entire Holy City in one fell swoop and absorbed all the craftsmen in the Holy City.

The key to allowing them to travel to every corner of the Holy City is a very convenient car.

What the Grand Duke said is not just a picture, but an actual situation supported by data from the Automobile Center, the Jialong Chamber of Commerce and the Technology Guild. Rather than building a strong military, the transportation reform brought about by automobiles can become the key to a strong country. And this is something that no promising emperor, no matter how old he is, will not care about.

The picture of skillfully operating the water mirror screen shows that the old emperor often uses related magic. The fingers of the other hand gently clasped the table, making a rhythmic and pleasant tapping sound. Emperor Armin Kazalnia asked in a calm tone: "Old guy, are these figures and growth changes you proposed correct?"

"Are you worried that I am lying to others? If you are worried about this, send someone to the Holy City of Estali to stay for a while and see how the magician city looks now. How is it different from the past? Although the magic is still there There are many towers, and there is no properly planned chaos. But I believe that anyone who is not blind can see the changes in the past and present. It is also obvious where the source of vitality is."

In the eyes of the Grand Duke, in the current holy city of Estali, cars have not only entered the families and careers of mainly technical guild members, but have also become a popular thing among magicians. There are many more models and uses of cars than in the past, to satisfy the mood of the wealthy men who cannot afford customized cars but still want to show off. And all of this was developed in just over a year.

The old emperor did not raise any more questions about the authenticity of the matter. In fact, he just asked casually before. As for the reason for not going into details, whether it is because of trust in Grand Duke Kawei or something else, others don't know. But he still had other things he wanted to know, so he asked: "You have said so much, what do you want me to do? You have never said this from the beginning to the end."

"Send personnel to study in automobile manufacturing and R&D centers, and then open automobile manufacturing plants in the capital for production. In terms of the military, we will gradually replace equipment and carry out military reform. In terms of people's livelihood and economy, we will use the convenience of automobiles to foster ownership. The technological middle class. Let their advantages expand, and while they make money, taxes can also increase.”

The 'tax' of Lost Land basically depends on the lord's mood. But as an empire, of course, it is impossible to have no institutional regulations and do things based on mood. In addition to the land taxes that have always existed since ancient times, the Gwana Empire also levied taxes on commercial transactions.

At first glance, this prospect sounds promising, but it is not perfect yet. The old emperor asked: "Is there no other better way?"

Kaweigong spread his hands and said, "This is the best way I can think of."

"Moving the automobile manufacturing and R&D center you mentioned to the capital, or hiring that magician to build a second center? Wouldn't this be better than the method you thought of?" Old Emperor Said.

"The automobile manufacturing and R&D center I'm talking about does not belong to me alone. In addition to the magician, there is also the Jialong Chamber of Commerce, who are also partners in that center. No matter what major decision is to be made, All three parties need to agree. Even if you can handle the Jialong Chamber of Commerce, do you know how complicated it will be to move the center. Rather than moving it, it is better to rebuild it."

Although the Grand Duke's tone was a bit high, it seemed more like he was blaming someone. But the old emperor pretended to be stupid and said: "Oh, this means that you also agree to build the second center."

"This should be a better method. But unfortunately, the magician will not cooperate obediently."