I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Liu De and Yi Ruo visit a thriving fabric shop in the early Han dynasty, where various fabrics are available, reflecting the high demand and value of textiles as currency. Liu De contemplates the potential of introducing cotton and inventing a spinning machine to boost the national treasury. He observes the fluctuating values of cloth and its significance as a stable reference for pricing goods. After leaving the shop, they encounter a tense situation in a general store, where a man named Zhang Gong, referred to as 'Ping Jia,' diffuses a conflict over worthless coins, showcasing his authority and respect in the community. Liu De is intrigued by this title and its implications.

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