I Want to Be the Grand Chancellor.

Summary

Tang Yi realizes that Jia Jing summoned him to understand the positions of three ministers regarding the dire financial state of the Ming Dynasty. Xu Jie reports on the court's significant deficit due to disasters and wars, revealing that last year's revenue was drastically lower than expenditures. Jia Jing contemplates opening the seas to boost resources, while Xu Jie supports the idea, citing potential trade benefits. However, Li Mo warns of the high costs involved in maritime trade and the risks posed by Japanese pirates. The ministers debate the feasibility of reforms, ultimately deciding to reconvene in ten days to present a final strategy.

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