Chapter 1806: Giant Whale
All departments are now becoming active.
In this context, news quickly spread that the Dragon Star Empire was going to rebuild these newly reclaimed universes.
Because the Dragon Star Empire has established a network of stargates in various universes, which also includes communication networks, the speed of information transmission is now unparalleled.
Furthermore, the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire secretly controls several major media groups in various cosmic civilizations, which can project the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire's voice when necessary.
They can control public opinion.
No matter the time, public opinion often becomes a double-edged sword.
If mastered well, it can be useful to one's own side.
If not handled properly, it could potentially hurt yourself.
Time passed little by little.
The news spread wider and wider.
Even in taverns, people were discussing the news.
"Have you heard? The Dragon Star Empire has just reclaimed those universes and is about to launch a reconstruction plan. I heard they also need to attract investment."
"So fast?"
They haven't even completely driven out the Conqueror Civilization's fleet yet, and they're already starting reconstruction work?
What if they attack again?
Then all that reconstruction would have been a complete waste.
"I've heard that Emperor Xiaolong personally issued a decree that if any losses are incurred due to the war, the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire will compensate for all losses related to these reconstruction projects, and will also pay interest during the investment period!"
"Holy crap?"
Is the Dragon Emperor really going all out?
This is a sure-fire way to make money, with the Dragon Star Empire backing it up, plus the fact that these universes themselves already have considerable resource value.
The reconstruction is now utilizing the technology of the Wyvern Interstellar Empire; it's poised for takeoff!
"Hehe, you've only thought about these benefits."
What if the Conqueror Civilization's legion fleet returns with a massive attack?
Don't make those promises. I could say anything like that, but who knows if I could actually keep them?
"Yes, who can say for sure what will happen in the future?"
The Xiaolong Interstellar Empire still exists, so these words still hold true.
But what if... what if the Dragon Star Empire were to cease to exist?
"Wouldn't all of this become a mess by then?"
Inside the tavern, everyone was talking about it, some questioning it, some supporting it.
But at this moment, these are just topics of conversation for them during their leisure time.
After all, in their view, these were things done by big shots, and had nothing to do with them, the lowly people at the bottom. Even if they had some savings, compared to those projects that involved hundreds of billions of star coins, what was their little bit of money?
But they never expected that the enthusiasm for this project would soon ignite the passion of these people at the bottom of society.
One day later.
Emperor Xiaolong received a call from Angel Fenni, the head of the Imperial Central Bank.
"Have you run into some trouble?" Zhao Chen asked, looking at the angel Fenni opposite him.
It's only been a day; the project can't possibly have made progress so quickly.
If you contact yourself at this point, the most likely explanation is that you've encountered some kind of problem.
"It wasn't that we encountered a problem; it was after we went back that the presidents of several investment banks and I discussed it together."
They came up with a plan.
But your approval is required,” said Angel Fenni.
"Tell me about it." Zhao Chen was somewhat expectant. If the head of the Imperial Central Bank could personally contact him, then this plan must be extraordinary.
"In our previous meeting, we talked about attracting investment. This investment came from various powerful forces, interstellar traders, and conglomerates."
They are definitely the big shots.
However, there is also a considerable amount of private capital.
Even now, there is still a considerable amount of liquid capital available in the private sector.
After all, for some previous projects, we mobilized funds from our own Xiaolong Interstellar Empire, as well as funds from large enterprises and families.
However, private funds are rarely mobilized, and due to the war in recent years, many people have savings, resulting in a high savings rate among the people!
If we only focus on one ordinary family, it might not seem like much.
But when all of it is added together, the weight is not small.
Little by little, it adds up.
So after our discussions and consultations.
We have decided to launch some financial programs for these lower and middle-income individuals.
For example, they originally thought that they might have at least a few hundred, and at most a few thousand or even tens of thousands of star coins, which would be insufficient to participate in this project.
Then we'll gather all the loose money from one area together.
For example, take the Star Kingdom as an example; it is divided into five regions, isn't it?
We are launching a financial program in the northern region of the Star Kingdom to pool these private funds and resources, ultimately creating a massive flow of funds worth hundreds of billions or even trillions of Star Coins.
These large sums of money are then reinvested into the projects.
When the project yields a return, I will repay the principal and interest.
In the meantime, we can move this large sum of money in advance, although it seems we will have to pay interest later.
But in reality, we are still the ones who organize these projects.
Our costs are what they are.
This is our profit margin, and using this profit to pay their interest is more than enough.
To increase their appeal, we can also enhance these financial programs.
For example, in the development plan of a cosmic galaxy resource mine, we would take out ten shares and use them as a financial plan to raise funds from the public.
After the project is completed, for example, in three years.
To incentivize everyone, interest payments may need to be made monthly.
We paid them at an interest rate two to three times higher than the market rate.
Then, after three years, the principal will be fully returned.
In addition, they can receive a certain amount of dividends over three, five, or even ten years.
Overall, assuming a family invests 10,000 Star Coins in this project, they can receive nearly 100 Star Coins in interest each month for three years, which is 3,600 Star Coins in interest. This means the project's return rate is 36%.
However, we will continue to pay dividends afterward.
Depending on the specifics of the project, the timeframe can vary.
In this way, when ordinary people see that they can receive money every month, their enthusiasm for further investment will naturally increase.
Furthermore, once one family receives the money, other families who are still observing will also consider giving it a try.
This will spread like an illness.
This will greatly help us in terms of the financial resources we need for reconstruction!
Hearing these words from the angel Fenni, Zhao Chen found it hard to believe that such words could come from the mouth of an angel.
It was as if a fairy suddenly started cursing.
This shows that even angels can become tainted by money over time.
"Your idea is good."
It can be executed.
But remember one thing: the projects we release must be reliable.
These projects are aimed at raising funds to rapidly rebuild and develop these universes, which is beneficial to our Dragon Star Empire.
At the same time, it can also allow these families to get a share of the benefits, further improving their living standards and spending power.
If any problems occur in this step.
That could be a devastating blow to these families.
This is something we cannot do.
"Do you understand now?" Zhao Chen said seriously.
Large families and corporations may be able to weather the storms, but for ordinary families, if they really put their savings into these projects...
If any problems arise, it could bring utter disaster to the entire family.
This is not what Zhao Chen wanted to see.
Angel Fenni paused for a moment, then nodded heavily and said, "I understand. I will prioritize giving some high-quality projects to these individuals in the community."
Ensuring the interests of these individuals is the highest priority.
In fact, Angel Fenni had known all along that Emperor Xiaolong had this kind of personality, even though it was a plan she and others had come up with together.
However, it was because she knew the Dragon Emperor's character and knew that he wouldn't do anything short-sighted that Angel Fenni dared to propose these plans.
This is also a double-edged sword; in the hands of some other lords, it may become a scythe for reaping the wealth of the people.
However, in the hands of the Dragon Emperor, it can become the torch that leads the Dragon Interstellar Empire.
It was precisely because Angel Fenni was familiar with the Dragon Emperor that she brought these things up without any reservations.
At this moment, Zhao Chen nodded in satisfaction.
After continuing the conversation...
Angel Fenni immediately began to take action on this matter, which was of great urgency to the current Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.
If it can be processed and implemented as soon as possible, it will be a good thing for the Dragon Star Empire!
Soon, the news began to circulate through media channels: the Dragon Star Empire would be opening up financial plans related to these plans for the recovery and reconstruction of the universe to the public.
However, when this happened, many people were still in a wait-and-see state and were not in a hurry to take a bite out of this pie.
After all, most people have a relatively low acceptance of novel things.
In a star system of the Dragon Star Empire.
A child returns home holding a piece of paper.
"Xiao Xiu, you're back."
Hurry up and wash your hands so you can eat.
"I bought your favorite black pork today. We're having stir-fried pork with blood crab tonight." Mom's voice came from the kitchen.
The child placed the paper in his hand on the table, responded, and immediately went to wash his hands.
Just then, Dad, who had gone to work, came home.
Dad was wearing an engineer's uniform. He pressed on his collar, and the tight-fitting clothes suddenly became loose.
"Honey, you're back?"
"Xiao Xiu is home. You should change your clothes, wash your hands, and get ready for dinner." His wife's voice came from the kitchen.
"Okay, honey, let me know if there's anything you need help with."
"It's alright, everything is almost ready."
You can prepare your meal now.
Soon, the family of three sat down at the dining table in the living room.
There were only two simple dishes and a soup on the table.
The dish may seem simple, but five years ago, it was something the family could never have imagined.
The changes brought to their city over the past five years have been enormous.
"How was Xiaoxiu's study at school today?"
"Did you listen to your teacher?" The wife asked with concern as she put food on her son's plate.
Xiao Xiu then began to recount some things that happened at school.
Just then, the husband noticed an extra piece of paper next to the table.
"What is this?" The husband saw the paper and instinctively picked it up to look at it.
It seemed that Xiao Xiu only remembered this matter at this moment.
He suddenly said seriously, "Dad, I saw this on my way home."
This message is being broadcast repeatedly in many squares.
This is some kind of financial plan issued by the Dragon Star Empire.
It is to rebuild the galaxies that were lost in the war.
It only costs a minimum of 100 Star Coins.
I... I wanted to take out my pocket money, but the auntie said that I was under the legal age and could not invest in this kind of project.
So I want to ask my parents for my allowance.
"Is it okay?"
The couple were shocked to hear their thirteen-year-old child suddenly say that he wanted to invest in a financial project.
The husband glanced at the description on the paper; some parts could be scanned with a handheld device to display more detailed information via holographic projection.
The couple were aware of the latest investment plan launched by the Dragon Star Empire.
Because this financial planning program is promoted so extensively, it can be seen almost everywhere.
The wife thought for a moment and looked at her son.
Curious, she asked, "Xiao Xiu, how did you come up with the idea of using your pocket money to invest in this financial project?"
Is it because your parents don't give you enough pocket money?
This investment project carries risks.
Hearing his mother's words.
Xiao Xiu said seriously, "I know there are certain risks involved."
But didn't Mom and Dad say that before?
If it weren't for the current Xiaolong Emperor, there would be no current Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.
We would never have such a good life now.
Although the house is not big, only 100 square meters.
But I remember, five years ago.
We can only live in the ruins of a small town built from the wreckage of a starship.
Back then, I could only learn knowledge and write by following my parents after they got off work.
Our lives only started to improve after the arrival of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire's interstellar fleet.
Dad's skills have found a place to be used, and he can also receive relevant advanced training.
My mother can work at the artificial farm whenever she has a spare moment.
The food on our tables is no longer that unpalatable artificial food.