Huayu: The director just wants to save money

Chapter 678 What’s the point of just working hard?

Sending eunuchs to collect taxes was one of the policies introduced during the reign of Emperor Wanli of the Ming Dynasty.

The original intention was to recover the silver that could have been collected but was not received.

There are many reasons why these silvers were not received, some of which were due to local land annexation, some of which were due to the Ming Dynasty's imperfect tax policy on industry and commerce, etc.
Since it was impossible to collect enough silver by relying solely on management, the strategy of relying on eunuchs to collect taxes came into being.

However, everyone knows about the eunuchs' situation.

When it comes to making money, these guys are even better than the officials.

In the past, although eunuchs were greedy for money, their activities were limited to the imperial palace, and their greedy actions could still be controlled.

Once these people are released, they will truly become like fish entering the sea and birds flying into the sky.

Completely let go of yourself.

When it comes to collecting the silver, he is so ruthless.

Moreover, these people are not only cruel, but the key is that they collect money and then exploit it at every level after giving it to others.

Out of ten taels of silver, when it is finally sent to the capital, there may not even be one tael left.

And this is where Prince Fu is excited.

Because these eunuchs are greedy, there is a possibility of recruiting them for cooperation.

Because these eunuchs embezzled the money, they can be used as threats.

"Next, as soon as Chongzhen starts sending eunuchs to various places to collect taxes, you should immediately send people to contact them. If they want money, give it to them. I just want them to provide me with information about various places and the situation in the palace."

"I want everyone Chongzhen sends out to become my eyes in the end!"

Prince Fu has a very comprehensive understanding of eunuchs.

A group of people without children, the only thing they pursue is money.

For money, they can betray the emperor, betray themselves, and sell everything!
"Don't worry about money. My Fuwang Mansion has nothing but a lot of money!"

"Besides, if we spend this money now, we can get it back in the future, so just go for it!"

If we say that in the first episode, Prince Fu was dissolute and a little funny.

In the second episode, Prince Fu's image completely took a turn.

Apart from anything else, at least in terms of generosity, the modified version of Prince Fu and Chongzhen formed a sharp contrast.

Many viewers know that the Ming Dynasty court was poor and the emperor was even poorer.

Chongzhen lamented more than once that the court had no money.

In the later period, he even initiated a fundraising campaign in the capital, hoping that court officials and nobles would donate a certain amount to meet state affairs.

Unfortunately, no one paid any attention to them and they all wrote to the authorities saying that they had no money.

Even though he was willing to exchange his title for it, the court officials still stayed indoors and said they were paupers.

But do the court officials really have no money?
Nonsense.

Later, Li Zicheng captured the capital and asked the officials in the capital to "help with financial support." How much money did he get?

Of course, Li Zicheng’s story is a later one, and the plot has just begun.

But compared with Chongzhen, Prince Fu's understanding of state affairs and control over people's hearts were much stronger.

Because he had a deep understanding of court affairs, he knew very well the tricks in the operation of the court.

Where can you take advantage of others and where can you enrich yourself?

Because he has a strong control over human nature, he can control his subordinates to get things done.

If you like wealth, then I will give you money; if you like power, then I will appoint you to an official position.

After giving instructions on the court's affairs, Prince Fu's questioning did not end.

"The Jiannu were able to fight all the way from the border to the capital. Was it because the Jiannu were invincible, or was it because the imperial court was too idle and gave the Jiannu an opportunity?"

"Is there no one available in the court?"

"Which ministers are down-to-earth and which officials are only interested in making money?"

"Was Yuan Chonghuan really imprisoned? Then who replaced him?" As the saying goes, knowing yourself and your enemy, you can fight a hundred battles with no danger of defeat.

If you want to regain the throne, you must know enough information.

Prince Fu attached great importance to the collection of information.

Information from all over the world was collected and finally gathered in Prince Fu's Mansion. After being analyzed by Prince Fu, it was turned into orders and issued again.

Finally, Prince Fu suddenly asked another question.

"What about Chongzhen? How is he doing?"

The shadow paused for a moment, then said, "The emperor is diligent, works day and night, and lives a simple life."

"Hardworking? Simple?"

Prince Fu squeezed out two words from his throat, expressing his disdain for Chongzhen as usual.

"If the emperor does not understand the source of power and the mechanism of the court, what is the use of diligence?"

This is the end.

End of episode two.

Obviously, the second episode is a more comprehensive portrayal of Prince Fu himself, as well as a description of the many forces in Prince Fu's hands.

Although in terms of apparent strength, the power of Prince Fu's Mansion certainly cannot be compared with that of the emperor and the court.

However, the early deaths of two consecutive emperors in the court and the situation where the current emperor was beaten to his doorstep by the Jiannu army have greatly weakened the majesty and reputation of the current emperor.

In addition, there were many times in the history of the Ming Dynasty when vassal kings ascended the throne and became emperors.

Prince Fu could no longer hold back his anticipation for the throne, and bared his fangs at the young emperor who now sat on the throne.

In addition, characters from "The Qi Family Blade", which is based on the same world view as "I Want to Be the Emperor", also appeared in the second episode.

"Phoenix Guard", the hole left in "Qi Family Blade" many years ago, finally shows signs of being filled today.

Especially at the end of the shot, the TV series shifts its perspective to the capital city.

When the sloppy figure carrying a long sword appeared, the audience became excited.

"Damn it, add money brother."

"Ding Xiu finally showed up!"

"These two works actually share the same worldview? That's so fucking exciting!"

Tang Yan looked at the barrage of comments floating by with a smile on her face.

"I knew that the one who would be welcomed in the end would be Brother Jiaqian."

"There's nothing I can do, his image is just too classic." Zhou Mo spread his hands.

Ding Xiu made his appearance at the end of the second episode at his specific request in order to arouse the audience's interest.

The more classic the character, the earlier he should be scheduled to appear.

One is to be able to attract past fans.

Second, it can increase topicality.

The next morning, Zhou Mo received a call from the company. The total number of paid views for "I Want to Be the Emperor" reached 1.7 million last night alone.

When the call was just connected, Liu Shishi and Tang Yan were already on their feet. When they heard Zhou Mo's assistant was going to report the data, they quickly leaned over to listen.

"1.7 million, so high!"

"You've already got this much data after only four episodes. It looks like your goal of 15 billion is basically set in stone."

Although "I Want to Be the Emperor" is on the paid channel, the station did not release all the episodes at once. Only four episodes were released on the first night.

This is the conclusion drawn from past experience.

Releasing all episodes at once can easily lead to the following situation.

(End of this chapter)