novelaction Chapter 525 Another big help!
Chapter 525 Another big help!
Duanmu Chuze appeared calm, but inwardly, a tremendous storm was raging.
He thought he knew a lot, that he had traveled from another world and could control everything on his own, but what was the truth?
On the battlefield, he was invincible, but when it came to civil administration?
Duanmu Chuze took a deep breath. If it weren't for Meng Mu Chang'an's reminder and improvement this time, all his hard work would have been in vain!
Xu Hai and the others examined the blueprint closely. The surprise in their eyes and the admiration on their expressions made them realize that they were far inferior to Lord Mu, who had once been the Minister of Works!
It turned out that Mu Chang'an had taken all the factors into consideration. For example, should the walls along the street be reinforced? While the windows certainly needed to be brighter, some security measures also needed to be implemented, such as whether the door bolts inside the doors and windows should be double-locked?
For example, in the very center of this market, where the crowds are undoubtedly the largest, it would be most appropriate to use stone for the surrounding buildings. After all, with Qishan Mountain as its stronghold, the Yan region has no shortage of stone. Furthermore, these stone walls can be further carved, colored, or even painted to highlight the unique style of this place.
These are details that Duanmu Chuze had not considered before.
Indeed, these buildings reflect the unique characteristics of the Yan region, which is an excellent opportunity and a way to quickly let the people of Yan experience the cultural atmosphere of their Yan region.
For example, images of people from the Yan region, local specialties, or other iconic buildings could be carved on it. Without Mu Chang'an's reminder, Duanmu Chuze might not have thought of this until after completion, at which point it would have required even more effort.
Most importantly, Mu Chang'an added some things to this entire market that couldn't be seen on the ground.
For example, underground water channels.
In total, six water channels were added to him, three on the ground and three on the floor.
Perhaps because of cost and time considerations, Mu Chang'an did not build all the water channels underground.
In any case, with these six water channels, even if a major fire breaks out here in the future, getting water will not be a problem.
Furthermore, Mu Chang'an also considered that if there were no rivers nearby, a huge reservoir could be built on the spot, so that there would be no too much chaos during droughts.
Duanmu Chuze eventually moved the location slightly westward, where it was situated near a river, making water diversion easier. However, remembering the drought he had experienced before, Duanmu Chuze still pondered how to combat the drought.
However, drought relief cannot be rushed. He always wants to finish one thing before moving on to the next.
After Duanmu Chuze finalized the location and discussed it with several officials sent by the Ministry of Works, he began preparations to start construction.
Throughout the project, Duanmu Chuze delegated the supervisory duties to Wang Zhao and several officials from the Ministry of Works.
Xu Hai was in charge of preparing matters in the Yu County government office regarding how to raise funds for the Dan Dan as quickly as possible.
Xu Hai's lips twitched as he looked at the tricks the prince had given him. The prince was indeed cunning. This wasn't some construction project; it was clearly robbery!
It turns out that Duanmu Chuze had clearly set different prices for those who bought first and those who bought later.
For a small, ordinary two-story shop that requires upfront payment (meaning it hasn't started construction yet), the price is one thousand taels of silver. If you wish to purchase it after construction is completed, the price is one thousand two hundred taels of silver.
Furthermore, if the property was purchased first, the government would be responsible for securing all the doors and windows. If it was purchased later, the government would charge an additional one hundred taels of silver for the doors and windows.
You can't refuse to pay even if you want to.
Because the prince said that all styles must be consistent.
We can't let people enter here and think it's a hodgepodge, with everything from different places but no distinctive features of our own Yan region.
After hearing about their plans, Mu Xin Nuan looked at Duanmu Chu Ze with even more admiration.
"Aze, Yu County, is it really the best place to build? Why didn't you build such a massive project in Yanzhou?"
"Yanzhou is our political center. What we need here is order and grandeur, not chaos. Yu County has the best terrain and is close to Qishan, so it is naturally the best location for construction. As for Yanzhou, there will be other more important facilities to be built."
Mu Xin Nuan was slightly surprised, but seeing Duanmu Chu Ze's mysterious expression, she didn't ask any further questions.
"So what will you name this place? Will it be called Stone Carving City?"
"Uh, actually, I don't know either. I haven't decided yet. What do you think, Nuan?"
Mu Xin Nuan thought for a moment, then chuckled a few times, "You're the Prince of Chang Le, and this idea came from you. How about we call it Chang Le Fang?"
"Changlefang?"
Duanmu Chuze repeated softly several times, “Excellent! This name is well chosen. It incorporates my title and also signifies the wish for peace and happiness for the people of Yan. Good! My Anuan, you truly understand my thoughts best.”
Mu Xin Nuan smiled sheepishly, "I can't help in any way, but I've heard that such a big project can't be completed without money. How about this, I'll take out 20,000 taels of silver notes. You can sell me the best shops in this location directly, how about that?"
Duanmu Chuze burst into laughter, pointed at Mu Xinnuan, and said, "You little rascal, I knew you only thought about making money."
"Where? I was just trying to support you. Since you don't lack money, then forget it."
Mu Xin Nuan pretended to be angry, tilted her head, and ignored him.
Duanmu Chuze couldn't bear to see his little wife angry, so he quickly coaxed her, "Alright, alright! You're my woman, whatever you say goes."
Duanmu Chuze sent a letter directly to Xu Hai, and thus, the best shop in the entire Chang Le Fang area was secured.
Mu Xin Nuan wasn't stupid either. She sent several letters back to the capital and then personally visited the Fang family.
With her quick action, an entire street in Chang Le Fang was sold out!
Mu Chang'an and Madam Li both doted on their daughter the most. As soon as they heard that their daughter was short of money and wanted to use her shops to raise funds, they immediately sent her 50,000 taels of silver notes.
The General's Mansion was even more generous, offering 100,000 taels of silver in one go!
Duanmu Chuze hadn't expected Mu Xin Nuan to be so favored by both families. Looking at the silver notes in his hand, he was extremely grateful to her; this money was enough to cover their initial expenses. It had to be said, Mu Xin Nuan had once again done him a great favor!