Zhu Biao and Zhu Xi said in unison," Are you crazy?!”
One had to know that in the early Ming Dynasty, there was a national policy of banning the sea.
One of the reasons was to target merchants, making it impossible for them to do business on the sea.
But Meng Yin just had to do the opposite!
Zhu Biao advised," Lord Meng, this is a matter that will cost you your life!”
"Don't mess around!"
"Yes, yes, yes. We do have some kinship with Empress Ma."
However, he couldn't go against the imperial court's orders just because he had connections.”
"Isn't this asking us to die?”
The two brothers looked at each other and felt that Meng Yin was really too bold.
If their Imperial Father was present, he might want to chop off Meng Yin's head again.
Seeing their nervous expressions, Meng Yin said,""I know that the Ming Dynasty has a national policy of banning the sea, so this business is suitable for your family to do.”
When Zhu Biao and Zhu Xi heard this, their faces scrunched up.
"Don't, Lord Meng, don't trick us.”
If they dared to agree to go back and let Zhu Yuanzhang know, it would be terrible.
Meng Yin said with a smile," You have received the royal family's tribute. If you don't use this opportunity, wouldn't it be a pity?”
Only then did Zhu Biao and Zhu Xi realize what Meng Yin was planning.
But then Zhu Biao said righteously,"No! Our family can't do such a thing. If we are found out, we will be beheaded!”
Although Zhu Rong was also tempted, he knew that if Zhu Yuanzhang knew about this, he would definitely be punished.
It was better not to get involved.
He nodded and said,"Yes, Lord Meng. This is not the only way to do business. Why don't we change it?" It doesn't matter if the money is less."
Following the two of them to say this, Meng Yin was somewhat speechless in his heart.
Look at these two good-for-nothings. They're so afraid…
Meng Yin continued," Don't worry. I don't mean to say that we are going out to sea, but to clean up the pirates.”
Hearing this, the two princes calmed down.
" What does this mean?"”
Why was he cleaning up the pirates for no reason?
Meng Yin knew that if he wanted to convince them, he couldn't just say how much money he could earn. They didn't have the guts to violate the national policy.
Therefore, he could only say it from another angle.
Meng Yin pondered for a moment before sighing heavily. He shook his head and said,"To be honest, the two young masters…This official is under a lot of pressure."
Zhu Biao and Zhu Xi were once again stunned by his words.
"Lord Meng, what happened to you?”
The two of them didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
She wondered what he was up to this time.
Meng Yin said bitterly," Young Masters, listen to me.”
"Ever since I became the prefect of Fuzhou Prefecture, the pressure has increased day by day."
"But these words have always been hidden in this official's heart, and no one can say it!”
"I didn't have the chance to explain it to you until today!”
As Meng Yin spoke, he seemed to be filled with sadness, which made Zhu Biao feel pity for him. He hurriedly asked,"Lord Meng, please elaborate."
Meng Yin nodded, sat down, and slowly said,"You guys don't know…In the eyes of the world, Fuzhou Prefecture was a good place that was thriving day by day.”
"This official has calculated that the development of the Fu Zhou government will indeed get better and better in a short period of time, but it will take at most three years!”
"There will definitely be a big problem in three years!”
Meng Yin said with a serious expression.
Seeing his firm tone, Zhu Biao and Zhu Xi were stunned.
The two of them looked at each other.
They were all curious.
"What exactly is Lord Meng referring to?" Zhu Biao asked. What big problem will there be?"
Meng Yin sighed and continued,""Once the people of Fuzhou Prefecture become rich and have money, the resources that were originally piled up here will not be enough.”
"As the saying goes, having enough food and clothing makes one want to lust.”
"How can these people be willing to work in the fields when they have money?”
"When the time comes, we won't be able to keep up with the food reserves."
Meng Yin made the situation sound so serious.
Zhu Biao and Zhu Xiong's expressions also became serious.
" Since Lord Meng has already discovered this matter, we must deal with it without delay," Zhu Biao asked." Does Lord Meng already have a concrete solution in mind?"”
"Of course, there's a way to solve this problem." Meng Yin nodded.”
"The biggest problem now is to go out to sea to clear the pirates and subdue the grain fields. After that, we will let the people of Fuzhou Prefecture plant them.”
Zhu Biao nodded repeatedly.
"Not bad, this is a good idea!"
Meng Yin said,"Although the method is correct, it will take time for the grain to mature."”
"I also thought of something."
"After clearing out the pirates, we can set up defense points and the people can fish in the coastal waters.”
"If you are still looking for rare materials and some rare medicinal herbs, you will be able to find them.”
"After bringing them back, these things can be priced at a high price for the rich to consume. It can also drive the economy of Fuzhou Prefecture.”
Zhu Biao was enlightened." This way, the supplies will be replenished faster. We don't have to wait until the grain fields produce food before the people can eat."”
He felt that Meng Yin was really a capable official who could govern the world. He had already deeply admired Meng Yin in his heart.
Meng Yin nodded gratefully.”
"Not only that, but I also want the Fuzhou government to set up a caravan to follow the army out to sea to do business.”
"In exchange for scarce silver and other resources.”
At this point.
Meng Yin looked at Zhu Biao and the others meaningfully.
"Going out to sea to do business is the most profitable, especially for your family. You have the royal family's offerings, and you're also a relative of Empress Ma's family.”
"Are you really not going to consider such a good opportunity?”
"Going out to sea is still a bit risky," Zhu Biao said after a moment of silence.
"What are you afraid of?" Meng Yin advised earnestly. Your status is there, and you didn't violate the national policy. Could it be that the Emperor will cut you down?”
Hearing this.
Zhu Biao and Zhu Rong also understood Meng Yin's determination.
His heart also began to stir.
The benefits that Meng Yin mentioned had indeed moved them.
However, considering their own identities and the fact that they had Zhu Yuanzhang behind them.
"Lord Meng, we understand what you're saying." Zhu Biao said after some thought.”
"But this matter is not something the two of us can decide. Please give us some time to return home and report to father before making a decision.”
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