I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Liu De contemplates the challenge of finding a stable source of wealth in a thriving Han Dynasty where merchants dominate profitable industries. Despite his ethical stance against exploiting workers, he realizes that the chaotic financial policies and the minting of coins present an opportunity. Historical context reveals Liu Bang's misguided currency reforms led to economic crises, which were later stabilized by Lu Hou. Liu De sees potential in minting coins, inspired by successful examples from history, particularly the five-zhu coins that could outcompete existing currencies. He recognizes that by learning from past mistakes, he can navigate the complexities of the financial landscape to secure wealth.

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