Ming Dynasty: Every day, Zhu Yuanzhang is in trouble

After hearing what Mei Yin said, Crown Prince Zhu Biao was stunned for a moment.

The whole person seemed particularly confused.

For a moment, I didn't understand why my second brother-in-law would say such a thing.

It is obvious that Baochao has many disadvantages, and various methods are needed to eliminate these disadvantages as much as possible.

Make it useful.

Relatively speaking, things like gold and silver are more convenient and easier to use.

But why, after having such a large amount of gold and silver in the future, my second brother-in-law still said that the treasure notes cannot be abolished?

He really couldn't understand what was going on.
At that moment, he expressed the doubt in his mind.

Mei Yin was not surprised at all when he heard what his elder brother-in-law said.

After all, this involves some financial knowledge of later generations.

Although for many people in later generations, these are just some very superficial things.

However, for people of this era, lack is a little difficult to understand.

At that moment, he said, "Brother, after the Ming Dynasty has produced enough gold and silver, I personally suggest that the treasure notes should not be abolished.

From now on, money will still have to be paid in Baochao.

It is forbidden to trade gold and silver as money.

Make Baochao the only legal currency. "

After hearing what Mei Yin said, Zhu Biao seemed even more confused.

In this case, wouldn't it be equivalent to that all the gold and silver dug up by the Ming Dynasty would be in vain?
Mei Yin said: “In the future, you can store the gold and silver you earn and dig overseas or in some secret place in the country.

How much gold and silver you earn will determine how much treasure banknotes will be printed according to their corresponding value!
From now on, I will only spend precious notes, not gold or silver."

Zhu Biao blinked.

Isn't this what's happening?
Why do I seem to understand too well what my second brother-in-law said?

Zhu Biao felt that this matter was a bit troublesome and unnecessary.

Obviously it doesn't need to be so troublesome.

Mei Yin saw Zhu Biao's confusion, and without waiting for him to ask, he took the initiative to say: "Brother, the advantage of doing this is that the output of gold and silver is limited.

This is also why there will not be large-scale depreciation when using these as money to spend.

However, the use of paper currency such as Baochao is prone to large-scale depreciation, which is an important reason.

Didn’t we say that when we issued the treasure notes?

There is a very important point, that is, the issuance of treasure notes needs to be strictly controlled.

Let the quantity be in line with the demand for money in this era.

This amount is difficult to determine.

In the future, when there is enough gold and silver, we can print treasure notes according to the amount of gold and silver obtained.

Then this problem can be solved to a large extent.”

Zhu Biao thought about it for a moment, his eyes lit up slightly, that's exactly the case!

In this way, the problem is indeed easier to solve.

He really deserves to be my second brother-in-law!
This can connect him together!

My second brother-in-law is indeed very talented!

While feeling shocked, doubts in my heart arose again.

Because what my second brother-in-law said can still be solved directly using gold, silver and copper coins.

There is no need to make it into treasure notes, it is very troublesome.

Mei Yin said: "In addition to these, there is another more important reason for using treasure notes instead of gold and silver for direct transactions.

That is to prevent the Ming Dynasty from suffering losses.

From now on, not only will the Ming Dynasty need to use treasure notes domestically, but it will also need to use treasure notes when dealing with foreign countries.

If they want to trade with the Ming Dynasty, they need to use equivalent goods, or gold and silver, in exchange for the Ming Dynasty's treasure notes.

Then use the treasure notes to trade with our Ming Dynasty.

In this way, the power to mint this currency can be firmly in the hands of the Ming Dynasty.

If we don’t do this, what if other countries discover large amounts of gold and silver mines in some places in the future?

They also carried out a large amount of mining and obtained a large amount of gold and silver, which they then traded with our Ming Dynasty.

They can directly use their silver and other things to purchase them.

It means that the power of currency was taken away by them.

If the Ming Dynasty only recognizes treasure notes and not gold and silver, they will need to pay gold and silver first to obtain our treasure notes.

Then use our banknotes to buy our goods and trade with us.

In this way, we can firmly control many things in our hands and prevent money from becoming worthless...

It seems that there is just an extra layer of formalities, and many things have not actually changed at all.

This is not the case.

There is a question of initiative here..."

Mei Yin tried his best to mobilize himself. He didn't have much relevant knowledge, so he tried his best to explain the matter clearly to Zhu Biao.

People without thought, he must worry about.

Now that he has come to this era, he must use some means to push the Ming Dynasty forward.

Wu Zhen and Wu Liangren are no longer alive, and now Zhu Yuanzhang has begun to take action to set up the Maritime Customs.

These things need to be put on the agenda.

Then in the future, the Ming Dynasty will definitely open up to the sea.

Under such circumstances, exchanges with overseas countries will inevitably increase.

Things like gold and silver are produced all over the world. They are not owned by the Ming Dynasty alone, right?
Baochao, however, could only be printed by the Ming Dynasty.

How great it feels to have the right to mint coins, especially to have a coin minting power that affects the entire world.

Mei Yin, who came from later generations, knew it very well.

Therefore, while the Ming Dynasty is particularly powerful and other places have not yet developed, we should first shift part of our focus to sea power and take the right to mint coins into our own hands.

Led by the Ming Dynasty, order was established in all aspects.

This matter is particularly necessary.

Once you get it right, you will definitely benefit greatly in the future!

So at this time, he must say it out loud and push Zhu Biao and others to take this step!
These changes have been established.

As long as we do these well, future generations will definitely be grateful to our predecessors for creating such a system!

This matter has truly infinite benefits and will benefit future generations!
After listening to Mei Yin's explanation, Zhu Biao gradually understood the reason behind it.

My second brother-in-law is indeed extraordinary. He can even consider such far-reaching matters!
Of course, although Zhu Biao had such feelings, in fact, his understanding of this matter was far from enough.

I underestimated how much impact this incident would have in the future.

How many great benefits can it bring to the Ming Dynasty.

However, Mei Yin could understand Zhu Biao's reaction.

After all, people of this era lack a clear understanding of the wealth on the sea.

Even before, after my reminder, Zhu Yuanzhang, Zhu Biao and others had already turned their eyes to the sea.

We also saw how much profit the Maritime Customs Offices made during the Song and Yuan dynasties.

But that's all.

As for other aspects, we still don’t know enough.

However, in the future, when this matter is implemented and development has taken place in all aspects, looking back on the past, Zhu Biao will definitely be able to appreciate the huge benefits of this method!
Far beyond what he could imagine right now.

Mei Yin didn't care much about his brother-in-law's attitude and corresponding thoughts on this matter.

He is not someone who cares about such false reputation.

If he is someone who really cares about fame, with his abilities, he will definitely be able to carve out a name for himself in this era.

It will be more beautiful than it is now.

What he cares about is the practical benefits, and the fact that the Ming Dynasty and even China as a whole can go further in the future!

At this time, Zhu Biao and others did not realize how great the benefits of this matter were, and it was not important to him.

As long as they can push it forward, that's enough!

"Second brother-in-law, you have done a great job again!

For these matters, I still have to ask you, my second brother-in-law, for help!"

Crown Prince Zhu Biao looked at Mei Yin and spoke excitedly.

At the same time, with a lot of gratitude.

Mei Yin laughed when he heard this and said, "Brother, what's the point of doing meritorious service or not?
I am just thinking about the Ming Dynasty, wanting to make it better and go further in the future, that's all."

After saying this, Zhu Biao paid more attention to and was more grateful to Mei Yin.

My second brother-in-law is truly a very pure person!
How fortunate the Ming Dynasty is to have someone like my second brother-in-law!
I also want to thank Mei Sizu and others for expelling my second brother-in-law from the Mei family.

Otherwise, my second brother-in-law would not be like his shackles were opened, and he would not be able to speak freely without too many worries.

Zhu Biao couldn't even imagine what the future would be like if the Ming Dynasty had so many problems that were not resolved.

There will inevitably be many problems!

There is a huge gap between this and the Ming Dynasty that my father and I want to see!
"Second brother-in-law, with your contribution this time, I will go to my father and tell him that I will release you in the shortest possible time.

Mei Yin smiled and said, “Brother, there is no rush for this matter.

I found that living in this prison is not bad.

It's almost like a vacation.

Big brother, you take such good care of me."

Zhu Biao laughed and said, "That won't work either. After all, prison is not a place to stay forever.

Second brother-in-law, just wait for good news!"

Crown Prince Zhu Biao, after eating something with Mei Yin and talking to him for a while, left the prison with the densely written paper that he had treasured and collected.

Wherever Zhu Biao walked, the jailers in the prison saluted him and saw him off...

By the way, all the prison guards have been numb these days.

In the past, when I had nothing to do, I could take a break, find some time, and have some fun.

But now, these princes and crown princes of noble status come here almost every other day.

Various explanations will also be given.

These things make people feel uncomfortable just thinking about them.

These are all big shots, the kind that their entire family and nine clans cannot afford to offend.

Because of this, we have a clearer understanding of the identity and status of the prince consort who was imprisoned in the prison.

Know that this is a living ancestor.

This guy didn't come in to go to jail, but to have fun with their lives and property as well as their entire clans!

Ever since this living ancestor came in, I feel a chill on the back of my body every day.

All nine clans became uneasy.

I always feel that if I'm not careful, even my nine clans will be wiped out.

This feeling is simply indescribable! ...

"Father, there is a way!!"

After Crown Prince Zhu Biao returned, he went straight to the Wuying Palace.

Looking at Zhu Yuanzhang he said excitedly.

"What's the solution?"

Zhu Yuanzhang's heart moved. He understood what his own Biao'er said and where these methods came from.

But he still pretended to be confused and asked back.

Zhu Biao said: "There is a way to solve the problem of treasure notes! We can solve it properly."

"You figured out a solution so quickly? You're worthy of being our family leader!
Tell us, what is the solution?"

Zhu Biao saw that his father was willing to act here, so he did not expose him and said:

"Father, the first and foremost method is to strictly control the issuance of treasure notes in the future..."

As he spoke, he told Zhu Yuanzhang one by one some of the solutions he had obtained from Mei Yin.

After listening to what he said, Zhu Yuanzhang nodded.

"We can strictly control the issuance of treasure notes.

But... this person is exchanging banknotes for free, isn't this a bit too bad?

This treasure banknote is no longer created out of thin air, but is printed with real gold and silver.

Carving, labor, materials... everything costs money.

Worth a fortune.

It is really a loss to give people free replacement at this time.

How about... from now on, I will charge five coins for one guan of banknotes?"

Sure enough, when Zhu Biao talked about this matter, Zhu Yuanzhang's petty problem was once again exposed.

I feel a little sorry for the money.

Zhu Biao was not surprised at all.

However, I feel somewhat helpless.

“Printing banknotes does cost some money.

But father, that is just the beginning of our research, and the cost of carving the blocks is too high.

Later on, when large-scale printing was carried out, the cost was negligible.

The more you print, the less money you spend.

Besides, compared with the banknotes printed by you, my father, what is this cost?
You used paper as money and exchanged it for so many things from the people.

How can you still be so stingy at this time?
What we should do most is to exchange banknotes for the people for free!
You must agree to this!"

Crown Prince Zhu Biao was immediately unhappy and started to argue with his father, and his words were much firmer than before.

If someone else had said this to Zhu Yuanzhang, not to mention the ministers, even his other sons would dare to speak to him in such a tone.

The first thing Zhu Yuanzhang thought about was not whether what he said was right or not, but to take off his shoes and beat the bastard!
But now that Zhu Biao said this, it became different.

Zhu Yuanzhang was not angry at all. Instead, he felt that his son's power had grown stronger.

It's not the same.

Lately, he has been much tougher in his attitude towards himself as a father.

Not bad! Not bad! There is progress!
This looks like my own seed!

He's the boss of his family! That's how it should be!

"Okay, okay, Biaoer, you are right, we won't argue with you.

Since you said so, let’s do it.

Wait a minute, let me give the order to abolish this matter!

From now on, we will ask all places to replace damaged banknotes for free.

Is this okay?"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Biao straightened his clothes, bowed respectfully to Zhu Yuanzhang and said, "With your decision, the people will surely be grateful for your kindness.

Say you are a benevolent and righteous king!
The rule of our Ming Dynasty will become more stable!"

Hearing what Zhu Biao said, Zhu Yuanzhang laughed and scolded: Okay, okay, stop playing that on me.

We don’t need to talk about whether we are a wise ruler or not, or whether we are grateful or not. From now on, as long as the people don’t point fingers at us and scold us, then everything will be fine!”

Our requirements are not high.”

Although he said so, Zhu Yuanzhang looked quite happy.

His true thoughts were revealed.

This policy did indeed make Zhu Yuanzhang feel painful.

But now, after learning from Mei Yin's death admonishment how harmful this treasure note is, I don't really care about these things anymore.

No matter how sad I am, I can still sort out the priorities of things.

……

"What? Japan actually has so much gold and silver stored there?

Damn it!

Treasures belong to the virtuous, what are those things over there, how can they be worthy of owning them? !
These good things must be brought to our Ming Dynasty!"

After hearing Zhu Biao say that Japan had large reserves of gold and silver, Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly became excited.

Seems eager to try.

"It's just... Biao'er, is this news true?"

"Father, this is absolutely true!
This is what my brother-in-law said. My second sister never tells lies.

Since these words came out of his mouth, they must be true!"

At this appropriate time, Zhu Biao directly revealed Mei Yin.

Zhu Yuanzhang didn't know whether he was too excited or not, and didn't pay attention to the words "second brother-in-law" said by his own daughter.

Or after hearing it, I deliberately ignored it.

He smiled and said, "Okay! That's good!
Before this, I never imagined that such a small country like Japan could have so many good things!
It seems that we have to do something quickly in the future.

Bring all these good things to my Ming Dynasty!"

Zhu Yuanzhang became energetic.

I just want to say loudly: "Bring it here!"

Zhu Yuanzhang's reaction was exactly as Mei Yin had thought before.

It is actually not that complicated to make Zhu Yuanzhang, who once listed Japan as a country that could not be conquered, take action against Xiaozi.

As long as Zhu Yuanzhang knows and makes sure that Xiao Ri has a large amount of gold and silver reserves.

Then, there is no need to do anything else.

Zhu Yuanzhang was able to quickly find a way to solve his daily life!
What is an unconquered country?
does not exist at all!

It can be said that Zhu Yuanzhang’s current reaction is quite real.

There were many reasons why he didn't take action against Xiao Rizi before.

Among them, the most important one is that they feel attacking Japan is very unprofitable.

Not worth the candle.

He doesn't want to do business that will lose money.

But now, it's different

Mei Yin clearly told people how rich Japan is.

Under such circumstances, he would definitely not hesitate any longer!

"Good! In this way, we can abolish the treasure notes here in the future!

I won’t need this precious money anymore!

In this way, the harm of Baochao will no longer exist.

Zhu Yuanzhang's reaction was exactly the same as Zhu Biao's!
It's all similar ideas.

Zhu Biao heard this and said, "Father, this cannot be done this way.

Baochao cannot be abolished."

As expected, after hearing what Zhu Biao said, Zhu Yuanzhang also seemed a little confused.

I feel that what my family said is somewhat confusing.

I immediately asked what the reason was.

Zhu Biao told Zhu Yuanzhang what he had learned from Mei Yin.

After listening to Zhu Biao for a long time, Zhu Yuanzhang gradually understood what was going on.

"Hey! Damn it! It almost made me dizzy.

It took us so long to understand what was going on here.

It's clearly just a sum of money, how did it become like this?

It's really unexpected!
What kind of brain can think of this?"

Zhu Yuanzhang himself didn't know much about economics.

At this time, after roughly understanding what Mei Yin meant by all this, he was shocked.

I couldn't help but talk about it here.

Zhu Biao also said: "Who said it wasn't?
This is really surprising.

Before this, no matter how hard the child thought, he would never think of this.

My second brother-in-law is truly a talented person!

It is not something that ordinary people can compare to.

Father, please release my second brother-in-law from prison.

My second brother-in-law did this because he was considering the Ming Dynasty.

Now, such a good solution has been given.

My second brother-in-law has done immeasurable good deeds.

We must not let down the heroes' hearts!"

……

At the same time, in the Yongjia Marquis Mansion, Zhu Liangzu's face was extremely gloomy.

"Not dead yet? This bastard is not dead yet?

And let him live?!
If he lives any longer, this bastard will be released from prison!

What the hell is this guy Sun Liu doing?
Is what I said useless?
Go tell him to do it now!
There can be no delay!

If you don’t kill Mei Yin within three days, I will hold him responsible!!”

Zhu Liangzu had a dark face and was angry.

Upon hearing this, the man immediately bowed and took orders...

(End of this chapter)