"These wealthy merchants have been suffering because their status has been too low.”
"Now that there's a chance to raise their status, and it can be solved with money, I'm afraid they're all overjoyed.”
"Who knows how much money they have hoarded, but most of them have never helped the ordinary people who were affected by the disaster. Why don't they contribute to the national treasury?”
Xia Yuanji's heart turned cold as Zhu Zhanxin's words fell.
This Fifth Imperial Sun might be even more hidden than he thought.
On this day, almost everyone in Beijing who had some status was paying attention to this matter!
The spies came and went continuously!
Until night!
The business taxes collected by the Department of Public Affairs were all counted and tabulated. As the results spread, the entire capital was in an uproar!
In just one day, the taxes in Beijing alone amounted to a million taels!
"What?" Yang Shiqi was so excited that he pulled out a few of his white whiskers.
"In just one day, the capital alone is worth a million taels of silver.”
At this moment, Yang Shiqi was extremely glad that he did not directly object. Now, those old fellows who opposed it in the imperial court were probably slapped in the face.
If Great Ming's annual business tax was at this level, there was no need to worry about the national treasury being empty. They could even lower the taxes of the farmers!
Thinking of this, Yang Shiqi's eyes lit up.
This scene played out in the residences of various officials and dignitaries in the capital.
It was not strange that they were so surprised.
One had to know that Da Ming's original annual tax revenue was only about 30 million yuan.
From the looks of it, if it was implemented nationwide.
If he collected all of them, it was very likely that this would be the tax revenue of Great Ming for a few years!
The entire court was shaken!
Just by relying on the business tax, they could support the entire Great Ming's national treasury!
The meaning behind this made one gasp when they thought about it.
When Zhu Zhanxin heard this number, his expression did not change.
A million taels was about the same as what he had expected.
From Hongwu to Yongle, over the years, the wealthy merchants of the Ming Dynasty had already hoarded an unknown amount of wealth.
Perhaps there was no later generation, but during the Ming Yingzong period, because of the policy of selling officials, money was even used to influence the degree of the court.
However, at this moment, the wealth of these wealthy merchants could not be underestimated.
No matter what.
This was undoubtedly a joyous occasion. However, some people were happy, while others were sad.
Within the Han King's Residence.
Zhu Gaoxu's face was cold." There are actually so many."”
"Your Highness, these wealthy merchants must be eager to have this opportunity. I'm afraid that His Majesty will view the Crown Prince in a new light.”
The person who spoke was a middle-aged man with a goatee sitting at the bottom. A glint flashed across his eyes.
He was Zhu Gaoxu's trusted advisor.
"Now, most of the officials who opposed it will change sides.”Zhu Gaoxu's eyes flashed with frustration.
Regardless of whether the Old Master was behind this matter or not, this credit was undoubtedly credited to Zhu Zhanxin.
Moreover, if the old master was behind this, why did he do this?
Could it be to consolidate Zhu Gaochi's position…
The more he thought about it, the gloomier Zhu Gaoxu's expression became.
"Your Highness, don't be anxious. This matter doesn't only have benefits.”
Hearing this.
Zhu Gaoxu's eyes flashed with coldness," Yes, the credit is recorded on Zhu Zhanyu. However, if there is a problem with the tax collection, this sin will also be borne by Zhu Zhanyu!"”
"Exactly."
When Zhu Gaochi and Zhu Zhanji received the news, they were both surprised and happy.
It was for Zhu Zhan Xin to be able to escape this calamity and successfully complete the mission, but also for the people of Ming Dynasty.
Only when the national treasury was full would the imperial court have the confidence to reduce the burden on the people!
The two of them arrived at Zhu Zhan Xin's place that night.
When Zhu Zhanxin saw the two of them, he was still a little stunned.
"Father, brother, why are you here?”
Zhu Gaochi patted Zhu Zhanshi's shoulder and was somewhat pleased," Not bad."”
Although he still didn't know what Zhan Jue was thinking, he was still happy that his son had made a name for himself.
Zhu Zhanji looked at Zhu Zhanyi with a complicated expression.
Zhu Zhan Xin noticed it, but he didn't say anything.
It was inevitable to fight Zhu Zhanji.
If Zhu Zhanji ascended the throne in the future, then the history of the Ming Dynasty could not be changed.
Zhu Qizhen would still ascend the throne, and during the Ming Yingzong period, the Ming Empire would still be on the path of collapse.
It could be said that once Yongle left, the entire situation would be settled.
Zhu Zhan Xin had to seize this time, the situation did not allow him to hesitate.
But as long as Zhu Zhanji acknowledged him as his younger brother, he, Zhu Zhanshen, would also treat Zhu Zhanji well when he ascended the throne in the future!
"Although the results are very obvious now, it's hard to say anything until the end.”
"The Han King's faction must have their eyes on you.”
Zhu Zhanji suddenly said.
Although it sounded cold, the concern in it was obvious.
Zhu Zhan Xin smiled, his eyes filled with warmth." Thank you, brother. I will be careful."”
"Yes." Zhu Zhanji nodded lightly.
Zhu Gaochi looked at the two brothers and heaved a sigh of relief. At least for now, the two of them were still as close as before.
The next day in court.
The courtiers congratulated Zhu Di.
"Congratulations, Your Majesty. Now that the national treasury is full, our Ming Dynasty has fewer disasters.”
"Once the imperial edict was issued, the wealthy merchants rushed to pay taxes. This is because they feel grateful for Your Majesty's wisdom!”
"In just one day, the capital has collected a million yuan in taxes. This is the blessing of the heavens!”
……
Zhu Di, who was sitting at the head of the table, looked much gentler than before. One could even see a faint smile on his face.
Obviously, Zhu Di was in a good mood.
Faced with the minister's congratulations, Zhu Di said bluntly,""We still have to thank our crown prince for this. His two kids are each more powerful than the other!”
Upon hearing this, some of the officials who were originally close to Zhu Gaochi or who were on his side immediately raised their voices,
"Thank you, Crown Prince. The Fifth Imperial Sun did a good job!”
The courtiers who reacted all bowed to Zhu Gaochi and congratulated him.
At the same time, the courtiers could not help but mutter in their hearts.
The Emperor had never been very satisfied with the Crown Prince. It was even more difficult to see the Emperor praise the Crown Prince in the court.
Now, could it be that His Majesty was trying to consolidate the Crown Prince's position?
Everyone's mind was racing.
As an official in the imperial court, whether it was to make a name for himself or to protect himself, understanding the meaning of the person on the dragon throne was the most important thing.
Zhu Gaochi returned the greeting with a smile.
However, although he had a smile on his face, Zhu Gaochi was not very happy in his heart.
He was naturally gratified that Zhan Jue had a future.
But now, Zhan Jue was clearly pushed to the cusp of the storm.
Zhu Gaochi couldn't be happy.
Naturally, Zhu Zhan Xin was unaware of this scene in the royal court.
The current Zhu Zhanxin was not qualified to participate in the court meeting.
Moreover, Zhu Zhanxin was not in a hurry to participate in the court meeting.
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