Du Fuwei stopped joking and took out a silver coin from his arms.
After playing with it for a while, he praised: "This thing is really exquisitely made, and it is light to carry around. If the natives overseas recognize it, they will definitely earn more than that amount of money from a trip."
Ma Zhou and Shen Fan looked at him blankly. They had never been overseas and had no business experience, so they didn't quite understand what he was talking about. If Wang Xiongdan were here, they would have the same feeling.
"Do you know the origin of this thing?" Du Fuwei tossed the silver coin in his hand, and a few silver lights flashed in the light. On the front of the silver coin was the character Tang, and on the back was the character "宝", both of which were Xiao Li.
There are some strands of wheat ears engraved on the front, and there are cloud patterns on the back, which is indeed very delicate.
Du Fuwei only talked to Ma Zhou at this time, and Shen Fan was just a witness.
Ma Zhou didn't know his intention, so he could only nod his head honestly and said: "The villain naturally knows that this is a silver treasure... It was improved from Jin Yin. I heard that it was made by the Supreme Lord when he was in Jin. After he took over Chang'an the year before last, , and also ordered Taichang Temple, Ministry of Industry and others to improve it, and it was made by Shaofu.
In addition, the small copper coins of Yuanzhen Tongbao are used to replace the five baht of Kaihuang and the five baht of Daye. Due to the short issuance period, it should only be used in Guanxi and Jin Dynasties. Over time, it will be used throughout the world.
I have never been in business, and I don’t know much about this... I just heard people say that since ancient times, the so-called coins have been related to their weight, and what the Tang Dynasty did was undoubtedly a pioneering move.
Silver coins have become light and durable, and are very popular among officials and people. Moreover, the Emperor's five baht is too old, and Daye's white coins are extremely rough. In a short time, everyone will use Tongbao and Yinbao.
Common people use Tongbao a lot. Silver is valuable and they are afraid of losing it, so only nobles like kings use it. From the perspective of a villain, there may be gold treasures in the future...
This is all I know, so I wonder why the king is asking about this?"
Speaking of this, Ma Zhou couldn't help but think of the few silver treasures that were thrown on the ground before, and he couldn't help but feel distressed. That was enough for him to spend for a year, and he didn't know what bastard thing he was getting cheaper.
This man has lived a hard life since he was a child and is a bit stingy, so you have to understand him.
Du Fuwei tossed the silver coins a few more times, thinking that scholars are different. Seeing what he said was clear and logical, but he still said he didn't understand much. Hearing that, he really wanted to...knock out his teeth.
The silver treasures he carries are basically exchanged after he goes to Chang'an. They are very convenient to use in Chang'an, but the quantity is small. After getting used to using silver treasures, a rich man like him will no longer want to carry around the tong treasures. .
"I have some wealth in Jiangdu, which I can transport here this year. I also have some gold and silver in the house, which is very heavy. What do you think I would do if I wanted to replace it all with this?"
Ma Zhou frowned slightly, this matter... Although he didn't know how rich Du Fuwei was, judging from the way he entered the Zijin Tower to enjoy himself, his family wealth must be extremely rich.
Furthermore, he was once a prince, and his family's wealth could not be that low. Ma Zhou swallowed enviously, and recited several times in his mind that a gentleman loves money in a wise way, and then he suppressed his envy, jealousy, and hatred.
After pondering for a while, he suggested: "If there is a lot, you can only exchange it with the government. The silver treasure has not been issued for a long time, and even the rich and powerful families will not have many silver treasures. If it is turned into silver, as long as the government allows it, it can be Sending it to the Shaofu for casting may require a court order.
With the dignity of your Majesty, may the DPRK be able to keep one side open?"
He was not sure what kind of treatment Du Fuwei received after surrendering to the Tang Dynasty. The rumors in the market were not credible. If Du Fuwei, the King of Wu, was very suspicious.
With so much money exposed in broad daylight, there is no guarantee that no one will be jealous...
Obviously this was a test question given to him by Du Fuwei. The main course was yet to come, but Du Fuwei smiled. The answer was almost as he thought, and there was nothing surprising about it.
His family has all kinds of things, but the most is gold and silver. The overseas natives trade with others, except for grain and seafood, mostly yellow and white things.
At first, he didn't really want it. After all, what the Central Plains lacked was food for living people. These gold and silver jewelry and other things were becoming more and more neglected in the war-torn season of the Central Plains.
This is a common problem encountered by the princes of the Central Plains. I think it was like this when Li Po was in Jin Dynasty. You can't spend money even if you have money. People seem to have returned to the backward era of bartering. In their eyes, there is nothing but food.
, everything else was put aside.
But what makes Du Fuwei more depressed is that the native people are too backward. Their life is not even comparable to that of the war-torn Central Plains. Not to mention they are all poor, and the local products are not very wonderful.
In fact, let alone Southeast Asia, the entire world is actually wandering between slavery and feudalism at this time. Don't listen to those foreigners who later boasted about Greek civilization, ancient Roman civilization, etc. Most of them were actually responsible for it themselves.
It's just gold.
In the entire history of the world, the civilization of the Central Plains has the most detailed written records. Most of the others are made up. As you become more advanced, you naturally need to find good ancestors, so the Greek city-state civilization appeared. It is similar to myths and stories. You will know what it means when you hear it.
The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors are similar, they are just tribes.
Those who were influenced by the Central Plains civilization also began to clamor to raise their ancestors higher, but they could not get out of the scope of the Central Plains civilization.
So some despicable guys started to rob it in a mixed manner, trying to take the civilization of the Central Plains as their own.
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Therefore, when conducting overseas trade at this time, Du Fuwei took a wrong path. Many of the things he exchanged were useless, and in the end, gold and silver accounted for the majority.
If it had been Li Po, the situation would have changed, but in essence it would not be much different. The small southeastern countries and Liuqiu were not very wealthy, and only by conducting purposeful trade could they obtain huge benefits.
Fortunately, due to climate and other reasons, they are not short of food... and there are many treasures such as pearls and agate that can make people's eyes shine.
Most of Du Fuwei was scattered among his subordinates, and he himself took a small part at a time. Over the course of a few years, the small amount added up to a large amount, which can be described as being as rich as an enemy.
This is undoubtedly a reward for the pioneers. No businessman in the world can compete with a local prince like Du Fuwei.
At this time, the rich man Du Fuwei touched his beard and said proudly, I have a lot of gold and silver in my house. If I exchange them all for silver treasures, I will scare you ignorant guys to death.
Moreover, he also thought about Jiangdong's subordinates. Their families also accumulated a lot of wealth. If they were all exchanged for silver treasures, it would be a jaw-dropping figure.
He has explored the road in Chang'an, so that everyone can become rich. Otherwise, those things can only be thrown into the warehouse at home and eat ashes, and it is not easy to spend them.
If Li Po knew what he was thinking, he would definitely be worried about inflation. If a large amount of silver treasures are produced, if the supplies are not rich enough, the price level will definitely increase.
Du Fuwei didn't care about so much. He thought about the good life of being rich and statusful, and then brought up the topic, "Then tell me, if I want to donate those family assets to the Supreme, what will he do?" Do you want it?"
Ma Zhou and Shen Fan completely lost their temper. You said that you came to surrender to the princes alone. Not only did you want to invite the emperor to visit the brothel, but you also wanted to send money to the emperor. What on earth do you want to do?
As if he knew what they were thinking, Du Fuwei shook his wine glass and said with a smile: "You don't have to think too much, I and the Supreme Being are brothers, and brothers share the same interests.
Besides, the Supreme Being is not kind to me, so if I get any good things, I will naturally repay him, but I cannot let the Supreme Being think that I am stingy. Do you think this is the truth?"
Shen Fan started to pretend to be drunk again.
Ma Zhou was silent and said to himself that since you have surrendered to the Tang Dynasty, what you have is actually the emperor's. The emperor treated the princes favorably and did not allow anyone to take away your family property. This is the emperor's generosity. This should not be taken for granted.
From this aspect, what Du Fuwei said does make some sense, and this man seems to be really wealthy... Jiangzuo has always been wealthy, and he has dominated Jiangzuo for many years. It is not surprising that he has such a wealthy family.
Just coming to Chang'an is a bit conspicuous. Giving some away is also a way to protect yourself?
Ma Zhou had just climbed up, and he didn't know Du Fuwei's temperament, nor the details of his surrender to Tang Dynasty, so he could only guess.
He couldn't figure out what Du Fuwei was thinking, so he could only discuss the matter as it happened.
He shook his head slightly and said: "The emperor is brave and has the air of a wise king. Now he is rich in the world and he is dedicated to seeking governance. How can he collect the money from his ministers? Otherwise, wouldn't he leave someone to talk about? If others follow suit, there will be no need for reputation. , this matter is inappropriate, I hope your Majesty will think twice."
Du Fuwei listened and nodded repeatedly.
When he was in Jiangzuo, he sat on the ground and divided the land. You had a share and I had a share. He made it clear. He always thought about how well you and I were doing. Fundamentally speaking, he was still a gangster.
So now I just want to give a copy to the emperor. In addition to keeping myself safe, I also act according to my heart, just like he left his family and career to come to Chang'an, doing it very casually.
Now when I heard what Ma Zhou said, the worries and inappropriate thoughts I had before were confirmed, and I immediately followed the advice.
Smiling, he patted Ma Zhou on the shoulder twice and said with approval: "King Bin still knows the truth and is much better than the rest of us. Let me just say, I felt a little uncomfortable before, so that's the truth.
The Supreme Being is so precious, and he only gives gifts to others, so how can he receive favors from others? Otherwise, how can he save face? The Supreme Being and I are really incomparable. I received a lot of wealth when I was in Jiangdu, and I feel ashamed."
Ma Zhou smiled awkwardly. He must have searched all over the world, but he was the only one in front of him who could admit so openly that he had taken bribes before? Comparing it with the Supreme, Ma Zhou really didn't know what to say.
Fortunately, he can still listen to his advice...but he has too many ideas. Being his aide would be a disaster.
Just as he was thinking about it, Du Fuwei's idea came to him again, "Since the Supreme Being won't accept it, we have to do something, otherwise we will not feel at ease if we keep it at home..."