Daming: Dad, you are really not good at governing the country

Chapter 397: The situation is in chaos, and the new jewelry policy has caused chaos in the Ming Dynasty
Inside the East Palace.

The sunlight filtered through the carved windows, casting soft spots of light and shrouding everything in the flower hall in silence.

There were exquisite snacks on the table, exuding a faint fragrance.

However, Zhu Biao and Zhu Gang had no intention of tasting the treasures. Their minds were completely disturbed by the recently introduced jewelry industry policy.

Zhu Biao was sitting there reading a book intently when he suddenly heard Zhu Gang's voice.

He raised his head, smiled and nodded, and said with a gentle look: "Okay, Third Brother, tell me quickly."

Zhu Gang cleared his throat and said solemnly, "Brother, you don't know.

As soon as this policy was introduced, chaos broke out.

The jewelry merchants are in a terrible situation. The combination of increased taxes and restrictions on the number of specialty stores has greatly reduced their profit margins.

Take for example those jewelers who made huge initial investments. They hoped to make a fortune from this business and bring honor to their family.

Nowadays, it is very difficult to recover funds and operating costs are increasing.

These days are like walking on thin ice, and I don’t know where to go in the future.”

Zhu Biao frowned slightly and slowly put down the book in his hand.

He listened carefully and murmured, "This matter is indeed tricky."

Zhu Gang continued in a serious tone, "As for those nobles, the policy of curbing extravagance also makes them feel uncomfortable.

Some nobles even secretly worried whether this meant that their own status would be affected.

However, there were some wise nobles who understood clearly that excessive luxury was indeed not conducive to the stability and development of the Ming Dynasty.

Now they have begun to think about how to adjust their lifestyle under the new policy.”

Zhu Biao nodded and said, "Third brother, your analysis is quite thorough.

However, my father had his own considerations in implementing this policy.

Of course, the reactions of all parties must be taken seriously.

Otherwise, if this matter gets out of hand, it will be detrimental to the stability of the court."

Zhu Gang nodded hurriedly and said, "Yes, brother, that's what I'm worried about.

That's why I thought of talking to you to see if we can come up with any good solution.

As soon as this policy came out, all parties were in an uproar.

I have been thinking about this matter in my mind for a long time, and I always feel that I need to think about it carefully to see if I can come up with a way to balance the interests of all parties. "

Zhu Biao pondered for a moment, stood up and walked to the window.

He looked out the window at the courtyard and said slowly, "Third brother, this matter still needs to be considered carefully.

We must first listen to the voices of all parties and see what difficulties and demands they have.

Let's go find out what Father thinks, and then make plans."

Zhu Gang looked solemn and frowned as he said, "Brother, you also know that once this policy was released, the reactions from all parties were not small.

The jewelers were facing many difficulties, and the nobles were also dissatisfied.

And the livelihoods of those jewelry craftsmen have become a problem.

I think we need to think about it carefully and see if we can come up with a solution. We must try to balance the interests of all parties."

Zhu Biao frowned slightly and said seriously, "Third brother, this matter is indeed difficult.

My father had good intentions when he implemented this policy.

In order to curb the trend of extravagance and allow the people to live a fairer life.

But now it seems that the interests of all parties have been affected, and it really needs to be carefully considered. "

Zhu Gang said seriously, "Yes, brother.

I have also observed that officials have mixed attitudes towards this policy. On the one hand, they understand the emperor's determination to curb the extravagant trend and dare not openly oppose it.

These officials also knew that the Ming Dynasty needed stability and development, and that the trend of extravagance should not be allowed to continue.

On the other hand, some officials who have vested interests in jewellery merchants are worried that the policy will affect their own interests.

At the same time, they are also thinking about how to balance the interests of all parties in the process of implementing policies and avoid unnecessary contradictions and conflicts. "

As he spoke, Zhu Gang's expression seemed somewhat worried, and Zhu Biao's expression became more serious upon hearing his words.

Just when the situation was in chaos, new changes occurred.

In the city of Yingtianfu, several jewelry stores first suffered mysterious thefts.

That night, the moon was dark and the wind was strong.

Several dark shadows sneaked into the jewelry store silently, and by the time the people inside the store noticed, a large number of precious jewels had disappeared.

The news spread quickly like a bird with wings.

The jewelers were in a panic and the people were talking about it.

When Zhu Gang learned about this, he slammed the table.

He stood up and shouted, "How ridiculous!
This theft was by no means accidental and was likely a deliberate act by someone seeking to undermine the implementation of the jewelry policy.

We must find the thief as soon as possible, recover the jewels, and reassure the people."

After saying this, Zhu Gang quickly summoned his officials and guards, and everyone gathered together.

His eyes were like lightning, he scanned the area and said loudly: "Everyone, this theft in the jewelry store is not only related to confidential information, but also to whether our Ming Dynasty jewelry policy can be successfully implemented.

You must do your best to find the thief and recover the jewels.

If there is any slackness, military law will be applied!"

All the officials and guards responded in unison, and Zhu Gang was slightly satisfied.

He personally led a team of guards and hurried to the crime scene.

After arriving at the scene, Zhu Gang's face looked grim.

He carefully inspected every corner, not missing any clues.

As Zhu Gang inspected the case, he instructed the guards beside him, "Pay close attention to the details. Any detail may be the key to solving the case."

The guards led by Zhang Long did not dare to delay and spread out to search carefully.

After some efforts, they finally found some clues that seemed to point to a mysterious underworld organization.

Zhu Gang looked at the clues he had found, frowning, and muttered to himself, "Humph, it seems that the person behind this is not simple. How dare he do such a thing at this cusp of the storm."

However, one wave has not settled, another wave has risen.

While Zhu Gang was trying his best to investigate the theft, some craftsmen went on strike due to dissatisfaction with the policies and pressure of life.

They gathered on the streets, each with an angry look on their face, shouting: "We want higher pay and better working conditions!"

This incident not only made the situation more tense, but also brought tremendous pressure to Zhu Gang.

When Zhu Gang heard this, he was extremely anxious, but he did not panic.

On the one hand, Zhu Gang sent officials to communicate with the craftsmen, and on the other hand, he accelerated the investigation into the theft.

Zhu Gang solemnly instructed the official who was sent to communicate with the craftsmen, "When you go, you must listen carefully to their demands and do not be perfunctory.

We must let these jewelry industry craftsmen know that the imperial court does not care about their lives.

The implementation of this new jewelry policy is also for the long-term interests of Ming Dynasty."

Seeing the relevant officials take orders and leave, Zhu Gang turned around and continued to investigate the theft.

(End of this chapter)