Reborn as a tyrant in the Ming Dynasty

The next day.

Qianqing Palace.

"Brother Imperial, I don't understand something."

Zhu Youjian looked confused and looked at Zhu Youxiao who was busy at the desk, "Zhu Chunchen and the others were obviously moved by all the things they said yesterday. Why did the emperor ask them to think about it instead?"

"Shouldn't we take advantage of their heads to finalize the Thirteenth Tianjin Bank as soon as possible? In this way, the emperor's plan can be finalized as soon as possible. After all, the Disaster Relief Office headed by Sun Chuanting supplies grain, cotton, and medicinal materials in various places in Beizhili The demand for other items is also huge.”

"Royal brother, do you think Zhu Chunchen and others are stupid?"

Zhu Youxiao did not raise his head. While reviewing the memorial in front of him, he asked the confused Zhu Youjian.

"Not stupid."

Zhu Youjian frowned slightly, "If Zhu Chunchen and others are stupid, then there will be no smart people in the Ming Dynasty."

"Yes."

Zhu Youxiao smiled: "According to the secret investigation of Da Mingxing Factory, the combined wealth of the dignitaries in Beijing headed by Zhu Chunchen is worth not only 2600 million taels of silver, but more than half of it is more than enough."

"Their family wealth is not limited to the gold and silver stored in the hoard. Most of it is discounted from land, treasures, properties, etc. This is what they have accumulated and passed down from generation to generation."

"With such a strong family background, to put it bluntly, even if there are some problems in the Ming Dynasty, they will still be able to live a comfortable life."

Zhu Youjian's hanging hands clenched tightly.

For Zhu Youjian, the Ming Dynasty is currently facing so many difficulties. Zhu Chunchen and others, as nobles who have retired from the country, have been enjoying the privileges granted by the country before. However, none of them wanted to help the emperor or help the country solve problems. On the contrary, they They make small moves overtly or covertly, and even constrain their efforts and make calculations.

This is simply unforgivable! !

"I can let them finalize the Tianjin Thirteen Banks while their minds are hot, but in this case, they will definitely have trouble afterwards."

Zhu Youxiao put down his imperial pen, looked up at Zhu Youjian and said, "Because I had no reservations about Zhang Weixian and the others in the eyes of Zhu Chunchen and the others, at least that's what they think."

"The most fearful thing in everything is comparison."

"Zhang Weixian, Zhu Chunchen, they are all nobles of the Ming Dynasty, and they are from the Beijing nobles' branch. I want them to confront each other, but the competition between them must be maintained well."

"So even though I want to build the Tianjin Thirteenth Bank as soon as possible, I can't be too concerned at all. I can only let them rush to get the money, and even deceive, saying that most of the money they get is raised from the private sector. This matter can be handled as I want."

Zhu Youjian's thoughts were a little confused.

"Brother Imperial, I have something to say, I don't know if I should say it or not." After some time passed, Zhu Youjian finally cleared his thoughts and looked at Zhu Youxiao and said.

"speak."

Zhu Youxiao smiled slightly and said: "This transaction with Zhu Chunchen and the others is also a test for you. If you have any ideas, just tell them."

"Brother Chen, think about it carefully."

Zhu Youjian said with a serious expression: "If my brother is Zhu Chunchen and the others, after they came to the palace to see the emperor yesterday and knew what the emperor said, they would have gathered together last night to discuss the matter."

"Yes."

Zhu Youxiao nodded.

"Then the core of their discussion must be whether this deal is worth it."

Zhu Youjian continued: "Despite what the emperor said, the Thirteen Branches established in Tianjin will take charge of all the needs of the Disaster Relief Office and even the needs of the Arms Bureau."

"However, whether it is the Disaster Relief Office or the Arms Bureau, there is great controversy over the presence of bureaus in foreign countries. There are even many people who want to abolish them."

"If this situation really happens during this period, then the 2600 million taels of principal they have to invest may be wasted. After all, this is not a small amount of money."

"Furthermore, internal funds directly account for half of the bank shares of the Thirteenth Bank. Even if we can really make huge profits, half of them will be divided by internal funds from the beginning. The key is..."

When it came to this point, Zhu Youjian couldn't speak anymore.

"The key is that half of the silver stocks were taken up by the internal funds, but the internal funds did not produce a tael of silver." Zhu Youxiao smiled and lifted his robe sleeves, saying what Zhu Youjian dared to think but did not dare to say. Said it outright.

Zhu Youjian nodded.

"So I want to add another trade channel for them that can ensure profits without loss."

Zhu Youxiao stretched out his hand and said, "I wonder if the emperor knows much about North Korea?"

"Does the vassal belong to Korea?"

Zhu Youjian said with doubts on his face.

"Correct."

Zhu You's speech is concise and concise.

"Brother Chen knows something."

Zhu Youjian pondered for a moment, then said: "North Korea is one of our vassal vassals of the Ming Dynasty. During the war against the captives in the forty-sixth year of Wanli, North Korea actively responded to our call and sent Korean troops to Liao to participate in the war. However, Jiang Hongli They were obedient and failed to reach the predetermined position in time, which resulted in the troops being defeated by the Jianlu, and even many of Jiang Hongli and others were captured by the Jianlu."

"In the third year of Tianqi, a major event occurred in North Korea. Li Zhu colluded with Jin Yu, Li Shu and others to usurp the throne in North Korea, overthrowing the rule of King Li Hui of North Korea, and even poisoned the crown prince of North Korea, Li Hui. Although King Lee Hun of Joseon was unpopular in court, the actions of Lee Joon and others were unpopular."

"Yes."

Zhu Youxiao showed a pleased smile, "Since Li Zhu usurped the throne, he has sent envoys to our country many times, hoping to be canonized by our country, so that his rule in North Korea will be stable."

"Although the vassal Korea is far away from our dynasty, under the rule of Korea, no matter the famous families, scholars, or the common people at the bottom, they all respect our dynasty very much."

"So whether he can be canonized by our court or not, these are two completely different situations for Li Zhu. The initiative in this matter lies in the hands of our court."

"Brother Huang, does he want to conduct sea trade with North Korea?"

Zhu Youjian seemed to have thought of something and asked with surprise.

"Yes."

Zhu Youxiao nodded and said: "Although the territory of North Korea is very small, there are many things in North Korea that our country is in urgent need of. In addition to Korean ginseng, there are a lot of wood, ores and other items in North Korea. Especially since North Korea is adjacent to Liaodong, there are so many things that can be done."

"And if I, in the name of canonization, ask Li Zhu to open the North Korean maritime ban and ask Li Zhu to hand over Jeju Island to our country for actual control to meet the needs of Jianlu and counterinsurgency, does the emperor think that Li Zhu will be willing to do this?"

"Most of them will agree."

Zhu Youjian pondered for a moment and frowned: "But if we want to facilitate this, our government must send a minister who is familiar with North Korea. This will ensure that Li Zhu's face is not lost. The key is to do it in the name of positivity. Come and accomplish these things requested by the Emperor’s brother.”

"After all, according to what I know, even if Li Zhuo has given up hope about being canonized by our dynasty, he still has some hope. After all, whether there is a canonization by our dynasty or not, it is completely different for Li Yuan. of."

"good."

Zhu Youxiao said: "Once this matter is accomplished, I will only allow the Tianjin Thirteenth Bank to monopolize the sea trade with North Korea. What do you think will happen between the government and the public?"

"There will be an uproar."

Zhu Youjian seemed to have thought of something, his eyes widened and he said: "And Zhu Chunchen and others will definitely rush to use money to subscribe for silver stocks after knowing this. Not to mention anything else, they will only sell Korean ginseng from North Korea into our territory of Ming Dynasty. , that’s a huge profit for every one!”

"Your Majesty, Cabinet Minister Liu Hongxun wants to see you!"

At this moment, there was a sound outside Dongnuan Pavilion, and Zhu Youjian, who had just finished speaking, his expression became exciting at this moment, because Liu Hongxun had been on a mission to North Korea before! !