But when the imperial court becomes corrupt in the future, the construction of these workshops to earn silver will become the silver treasury supporting various local lords in establishing their own regimes.
However, if the imperial court establishes a specialized regulatory institution to earn silver,
the treasury will not be empty.
Yet another situation might arise.
Imperial dominance.
Once faced with an inept ruler, it marks the beginning of the people's suffering in this country.
The best approach, naturally, is for all three parties to oversee together, thus providing mutual checks. This way, if indeed faced with an inept ruler, local armies would also have a chance to resist.
But to Emperor Xuanming, Chu Heng could not say this.
Currently, Emperor Xuanming, stimulated by the incident with the King of Huainan, has become rather extreme in character. Coupled with his recent illness, his mindset has undergone a significant change.
