I'm a marquis in Datang

Li Shentong stood aside, gritted his teeth and said, "Du Qi, you speak nicely

It must be done well.Especially if you come to collect money, it may increase the burden on the court. "

Du Qi laughed, and said: "Prince Huai'an, I've already said that it's fine if you don't speak. Once you speak, you expose your ignorant nature. I do this thing, and it will benefit the court without any harm. The most important thing is that I have agreed to something in front of His Majesty, how can I not do it well. And it was you who suggested me to do something. Now, you are picky and think that I can't do it well. How about this, I don’t care, you still do it.”

Li Shentong gritted his teeth and said, "If I do it, I will do it. You have to hand over your cement slabs."

"To shut up!"

When Li Yuan heard Li Shentong's words, he looked at Li Shentong: "This concrete slab made of cement was researched by Du Qi and belongs to the Du family. What do you mean by handing it over? Erlang is willing to accept this matter, and it is already for the court. Saved a lot."

Li Shentong had a look of helplessness on his face.

I was scolded again.

However, Du Qi said: "Your Majesty, when it comes to the issue of collecting money, please rest assured, I will not go fishing. I, Du Qi, am not a short-sighted person when I do things, and the toll fees must be within a reasonable range."

"This collection of tolls, after collecting money, also has to pay taxes to the court."

"From the beginning of the road construction to allow the people to participate in making money, to the final completion of the road tolls and payment of taxes, it is beneficial to the court. Of course, I also make some money from it. After all, this matter cannot allow me to do things at a loss."

Du Qi looked very relaxed, and said: "Anyway, many craftsmen in the Du family, as well as many workers who do things, have to eat, so they can't do things hungry."

Li Yuandao: "Erlang, I understand you."

Du Qi smiled and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Chapter 505 Lesson Li Jiancheng

Li Jiancheng

Li Yuan stopped asking about road construction, and said, "Erlang, how long do you think it will take to build the road from Chang'an to Lantian County?"

At this moment, Li Yuan had expectations in his eyes.

If it can really be completed and achieve the effect Du Qi said, this road construction will be extended to the entire Datang world, and Datang's control over the Quartet will also be strengthened.

Inconvenient roads are the reason that hinders the control of various places.Once something happens, it is difficult to deal with it in time.After all, the road is blocked

Cy, the news is not well informed.But the road is smooth, but the situation will change drastically.

Du Qidao: "Your Majesty, I don't know how long it will take to complete. What I can guarantee is that the construction of this road will be completed within half a year."

"Half a year?"

At this moment, Li Jiancheng stood up suddenly.

There was a smile on his face.

According to the situation in previous years, it took nearly a year to build this road in the past, and it was still a collection of corvees.But Du Qi was different, he paid for it himself.Under such circumstances, it is impossible for Li Jiancheng to repair the road within half a year.

Things that can be done.

Li Jiancheng smiled and said: "Du Qi, do you dare to issue a military order? The road construction is not a small matter, it is related to the imperial court's plan. You said half a year, if you can't finish it within half a year..."

Originally, Li Jiancheng was quite proud of speaking.It's just that when he spoke, Li Yuan was already staring at Li Jiancheng, his eyes were deep and thought-provoking.

At first, Li Jiancheng didn't notice.

But in the middle of the speech, Li Jiancheng noticed that his cheeks twitched, and the words that had just been spoken in the middle stopped abruptly, and then obediently retreated to the side.

Li Yuan snorted, very dissatisfied with Li Jiancheng's attitude.

As a prince, you must have a structure.

As soon as Li Jiancheng seized the opportunity, he wanted to target Du Qi, and even put Du Qi to death, which made Li Yuan very dissatisfied.

In front of everyone, Li Yuan said in a deep voice: "Prince, you are the prince of the country, you must know that what Du Qi is doing is beneficial to the country and the people. Such things should be vigorously supported and given help from all sides. Why do you want Erlang to issue a military order. Your actions do not reflect the heart of a prince, let alone the grace and tolerance of the court."

Li Jiancheng's cheeks twitched.

I was criticized again.

He glanced at Du Qi resentfully, then turned to Li Yuan and said, "My father and emperor taught me, and I will keep it in mind."

Li Yuandao: "Not only do you have to remember, but you also have to be clear about one thing, that is, to practice your words, and to implement what I have given you. You always say you remember, but every time, you commit a crime knowingly."

Li Jiancheng was criticized face to face, and his face was hot.Especially as the prince, Li Yuan's words would greatly affect the status of the prince, but Li Jiancheng could only stand at attention and was beaten, not daring to say anything.

After Li Yuan criticized Li Jiancheng, his eyes fell on Du Qi, and he said, "Erlang, since you said it was half a year, then I will give you half a year, and I believe you."

"In a word, the road construction is a good thing that benefits the country and the people. I fully support it."

"Especially because you voluntarily used money to do this. I am grateful for your loyalty and patriotism. If you need any help or coordination from me, you can enter the palace at any time."

"You should arrange this matter as soon as possible, and start to arrange this matter after the beginning of spring, and arrange things."

Li Yuan looked very happy.

Because he has expectations.

Du Qidao: "I will bear in mind your majesty's teachings and will definitely live up to your majesty's high expectations."

Li Yuan said: "I look forward to your actions, but you have to be busy building roads, so you can't go north for the time being. This period of time, you will have to work hard again."

Du Qidao: "It's my honor to have something to do, and it's something that benefits the country and the people."

Hearing Du Qi's words, Li Yuan stroked the beard under his chin, nodded and said: "Everyone, you are the clan members of the court and the mainstay of the court. You have all heard what Erlang said, and you should all learn from Erlang. He has such a With a fistful heart, I hope you will do the same, serving the country regardless of personal gain or loss."

"Your Majesty's instructions must be kept in mind."

Everyone spoke in unison.

Although each of them said so in their mouths, they actually didn't know what they were thinking in their hearts.

After all, Du Qi did this at his own loss.

Not what most people want.

The matter of road construction was settled, and the banquet was still going on. In the afternoon and evening, the banquet ended, and everyone left. After Li Jiancheng, Li Yuanji, Li Shentong and others left first, Li Shimin left the imperial city and called Du Qi .

Li Shimin said: "Erlang, the road construction is beneficial to the country and the people. But the cost is at least 150 million guan, such a huge cost, even if you have money, even if you make a lot of money every day, can you afford it?"

Du Qi said with a smile: "Your Highness, I never do business at a loss. Although it involves giving money to the people who work, in fact, it is limited. The real big deal lies in the materials."

"All the materials for road construction are produced under my command. Therefore, the general direction of this matter is to switch from left to right. Even if it still costs a lot, it is worth it."

"The most important thing is that after the road from Chang'an to Lantian County is repaired, the cement researched by my craftsmen will not worry about selling. At that time, countless people will come to buy it."