Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

Wang Ning An has successfully taken Ganzhou, and a month has passed. Zhao Zong Jing, Mu Rong Qing Chen, Lv Hui Qing, and Zhang Dun visit to celebrate and engage in chaotic revelry. Wang Ning An finds starting a new venture easy due to his ability to quell rebellions, allocate land, and appoint officials swiftly. He realizes that the true challenge lies in managing resources, as history shows that successful emperors can make bold moves in times of chaos. Wang Ning An discusses the implications of an influx of gold coins from the Western Regions, predicting a price revolution that will disrupt the Song Dynasty's economy. He warns that without a stable financial market, the excessive currency could lead to disaster, reminiscent of the issues faced at the end of the Ming Dynasty. Despite his foresight, Wen Yan Bo cautions that the scholars will not resist the lure of profit, suggesting that chaos will ensue in the court. Meanwhile, Lu Hui suffers significant losses in the stock market and faces potential demotion due to his clashes with the Crown Prince. He contemplates the stock market's potential and decides to borrow money to restore his family's fortune, becoming the first to use financial leverage for profit.

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