Deposed Crown Prince: After three years of service on the frontier, the entire court knelt and begge

Xiao Ce's eyes lit up immediately upon hearing Qian Dahai's words!

Qian Dahai's statement is actually correct.

The value of money lies in its circulation; if it doesn't circulate, it loses its value.

Those Western halos may have a lot of money involved, but to put it pretentiously...

Xiao Ce could use all the money in the confiscation's accounts right now.

However, to Xiao Ce, this amount of money was just a number.

The right approach is to transform money into productivity.

Therefore, they are not only no different from the Illuminati, but may even be very similar.

Because their productivity is actually lower than theirs.

They have indeed become powerful, but they must have accumulated many problems.

There are bound to be many problems between their countries and between their powers.

Xiao Ce immediately agreed with Qian Dahai's statement: "Dahai, you have a great idea, and what you said is absolutely right! The difference between us is not money, but productivity."

"Therefore, our next plan is to expand production capacity!"

Upon hearing Xiao Ce's words, Qian Dahai directly expressed his concerns.

"Your Highness, expand productivity? We've been suppressing it all along," Qian Dafang said to Xiao Ce.

Xiao Ce listened, somewhat puzzled: "Suppress productivity? Why would you do that?"

Qian Dafang said to Xiao Ce, "Your Highness, didn't you write in that business manual that you need to pay attention to the supply and demand relationship, and make sure there are goods and demand, otherwise, if there's too much, the price will drop..."

After hearing Qian Dafang's words, Xiao Ce smiled and nodded. They had indeed read Xiao Ce's book.

However, they understood some of it, but not all of it.

"This is in a relative context! In the Central Plains, and even in your current business system, this is indeed the case. But if we include Japan, Sulu, and even Siam... what do you think then?"

"Moreover, throughout East Asia, and not just these countries, but also some smaller nations. So, our productivity..."

After listening to Xiao Ce's words, Qian Dafang nodded: "Your Highness, now that you say so, I naturally understand... This is something I didn't dare to think about before!"

Xiao Ce smiled at Qian Dafang and said, "Now you can focus on development, especially in industry. Don't worry about not having customers; we can still do business with the West in the future, can't we?"

Qian Dafang nodded: "Your Highness, now that you say so, I understand!"

Qian Dahai said, "Then, Your Highness, should we hold off on selling the goods we produce for now...?"

Xiao Ce scoffed, "You still want to hoard goods? In half a month at most, I'll be able to deal with the people of Fusang, and then I'll deal with the Slavs."

"At that time, you can go to Fusang, Sulu, and Siam. Those countries have all been ravaged by war... and are in dire need of reconstruction. Our forces will be deployed there."

Qian Lai nodded: "Alright, Your Highness, it seems we were too cautious...we oversimplified things...we'll get started now! However, manpower is indeed a problem..."

Xiao Ce smiled and said, "Isn't it true that millions of strong and able-bodied men will arrive in the bank immediately? With our national strength, why else would we need them?"

Qian Lai nodded: "Your Highness, we understand! Then please watch closely."

After listening to Qian Lai's words, Xiao Ce smiled and nodded repeatedly: "Alright, I've finished explaining the grand strategy to you... I told you to slow down before, but you don't need to anymore. Let me tell you about the future: we'll not only export, but also arms... and as Da Hai said, we'll get all our money moving..."

"Don't just sit there! We should issue our own currency when the time is right. After all, trading with gold and silver is inconvenient."

They were all surprised.

They naturally understood what money meant.

Something similar to a banknote.

The value of this currency is actually backed by the country's strength!

They all started to get excited.

Xiao Ce's goal was simple: to rule the world through trade.

Control by force is only temporary, and there is still a long way to go.

After explaining the overall strategy to them, Xiao Ce left.

In fact, he saw how well the Illuminati had developed.

He became even more curious about the development of the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion.

The money in the Golden Club is very important.

However, the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion was more important. Xiao Ce didn't actually get much information from Qian Lai and the others.

Because all they knew about Qianlai was that Tianji Pavilion was very powerful.

As for the strength of the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion, Lin Zhong would not tell them.

However, if Lin Zhong and his team invent something good, they will still sell it to the Golden Society.

The operating capital used for Tianji Pavilion.

Lin Zhong was also very clever; after they made their inventions, they collected a lump sum of money at once.

He will take a 1% profit from every item they sell.

Therefore, the Gold Society makes a lot of money, and the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion is not short of money at all now.

After leaving the Golden Society, Xiao Ce went to see Yin Weiyong again.

After letting Yin Weiyong get into the carriage.

Yin Weiyong said to Xiao Ce, "Your Highness, is there something urgent you need to discuss with me?"

Xiao Ce was used to how Yin Weiyong addressed him.

After all, the two of them were already used to it.

Each person has their own opinion.

Xiao Ce said with a smile, "That's right, I went to visit the Golden Club."

After listening to Xiao Ce's words, Yin Weiyong nodded: "Your Highness, Qian Lai and the others have developed the Golden Society quite well. With their support, my work has become much more convenient."

Xiao Ce nodded: "That's right! Father-in-law, I'm afraid I can't agree to your wish to retire..."

Yin Weiyong looked at Xiao Ce curiously and said, "Your Highness, why? We're about to unify the country. All we need to do is take care of those people from Fusang, and wipe out the Slavic people as well. Then, the Turkic army and the Northern Desert Prince's army can just form an alliance! That'll be enough..."

"Then the Slavic nation will also be defeated...and then, we will have no more enemies..."

Xiao Ce said to Yin Weiyong, "Father-in-law, you're right... Actually, you should know that in times of chaos, everyone is more likely to work together towards a common goal. People won't be too concerned about personal matters. But once peace arrives, many troublesome things will arise..."

Yin Weiyong nodded: "Of course I know that. As the ancients said, conquering a country is easy, but maintaining it is difficult..."

Xiao Ce nodded, then said, "That's right, so this is just the beginning. I still need you..."

Before Yin Weiyong could respond, Xiao Ce said with a smile, "Of course, father-in-law, if you really don't want to, I will find a way..."

"However, as of now, I have no better candidate than you. Or do you have a suitable successor to recommend?"

Yin Weiyong shook his head awkwardly; clearly, he hadn't thought it through either.

However, Xiao Ce did not rush to speak to Yin Weiyong.

He just looked at Yin Weiyong.

Yin Weiyong said to Xiao Ce, "Your Highness, before, my desire to step down was because I had nothing left to do... I wanted to retire early. But now, according to your words, it seems that you don't need us... but rather you need me!"

After listening to Yin Weiyong's words, Xiao Ce smiled and said, "Of course, father-in-law, I'll say the same thing. I need you."

When Yin Weiyong heard Xiao Ce say this, he still had a hint of arrogance on his face.

"Of course, if you need me, I will naturally continue."

"Is there something you want to tell me?"

After listening to Yin Weiyong's words, Xiao Ce nodded: "That's right, I do have something to tell you... I'm already working with the Golden Society to expand..."

Xiao Ce first explained the main policies of following the Golden Society.

Yin Weiyong, as expected of Prime Minister Yin, immediately spotted the problem.

"Your Highness, so the biggest problem we face is how to manage those slaves. Although we have a lot of experience in managing slaves, a million at once is still a challenge for us. But don't worry, I'll go and make the arrangements right away..."

Xiao Ce smiled and nodded: "I have no doubt that you can do this well... I have other things to do."

Xiao Ce said, "Next, what we need to do is legislate. A country can only have a future if it governs by law. Although our Xiao Kingdom now has laws, these laws are already outdated..."

Xiao Ce then explained to Yin Weiyong some of the good laws of later generations, as well as the military and political system and various social functional departments.

After listening, Yin Weiyong said directly to Xiao Ce, "Your Highness... isn't this the one that was tested in the Northern Desert Prince's Mansion?"

Xiao Ce nodded and said to Yin Weiyong, "So, you know why I said this is something only you can do. You need to do it nationwide... It's a huge workload. However, there is one advantage."

"After several major upheavals, the people of Fusang have destroyed all the powerful clans in various regions. Therefore, you will not have any problems implementing this plan."

Yin Weiyong listened and nodded repeatedly. He then took out a small booklet and used a simple charcoal pencil to write and take notes.

Xiao Ce realized that Yin Weiyong's previous desire to resign was entirely due to Xiao Ce.

Because Xiao Ce had previously granted the prefect a great deal of power, Yin Weiyong could do very little, or even very little.

However, if what Xiao Ce is saying is to be implemented, all power must be concentrated in his hands…

Once these powers are concentrated, his influence increases significantly.

Xiao Ce realized that, in short, it all boils down to two words: boredom.

Looking at Yin Weiyong right now, he's completely bursting with energy and excitement!

It seems that power is still the most tempting thing.

In fact, Xiao Ce also knew that people like Yin Weiyong didn't really have any desires.

Men's desires are nothing more than the lust for power, money, and profit.

The first three can be said to coexist.

As for lust, this old man Yin Weiyong is probably willing but unable to act on it.

As Xiao Ce spoke, he carefully explained his ideas to Yin Weiyong. Of course, he could only give a general framework; the specifics would require them to take action.

These things alone are enough to keep Yin Weiyong busy for a very, very long time.

Before we knew it, it was noon.

The carriage had already arrived at a low hill outside Kyoto, but this hill had been modified.

There are many houses built on this low hill, as well as a very tall high-rise tower with at least ten floors and more than thirty meters high.

"Your Highness, are you here to find Lin Zhong at Tianji Mountain?" Yin Weiyong also saw that they had arrived at the foot of Tianji Mountain.

Xiao Ce had actually heard of this Tianji Mountain; it was said to be a 'Shangri-La' built by the Golden Society for the Tianji Pavilion at great expense.

Because of the country's turmoil, the Golden Society and its members have always believed that the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion is the core and most important part of the Xiao Kingdom.

In order to prevent the Tianji Pavilion from falling into enemy hands even if it were occupied, they modified the mountain.

This mountain has enough supplies to sustain the Tianji Pavilion for decades, as well as sufficient ammunition and defenses for the future.

Their design was that as long as the people of Tianji Pavilion didn't want anyone to come up, they could ensure that no one could climb the mountain.

Xiao Ce nodded, then said to Yin Weiyong, "That's right, father-in-law, would you like to go up there?"

After hearing Xiao Ce's words, Yin Weiyong waved his hand repeatedly.

“Your Highness, I’m not going... I’ll be going here quite often... When I was bored before, I would always ask Lin Zhong to go for tea.”

After hearing Yin Weiyong's words, Xiao Ce smiled faintly, only then realizing that the two of them were actually the same age...

Before Xiao Ce could respond, Yin Weiyong paused again, then said, "So, I'm quite familiar with the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion... but going up the mountain is exhausting enough... I think I'll pass... I'm not exactly free these days... I have to get busy..."

Seeing that Yin Weiyong was about to leave, Xiao Ce said to him with a wry smile, "Then you're leaving now...you don't even have a car to get back?"

Yin Weiyong pointed to Xiao Ce's carriage: "Your Highness, isn't this one already there?"

Xiao Ce was increasingly at a loss for words: "If you take this carriage away, what am I supposed to ride in?"

After hearing Xiao Ce's words, Yin Weiyong smiled and waved his hand, saying, "Your Highness, is this your first time climbing Tianji Mountain..."

Xiao Ce was truly bewildered by Yin Weiyong's nonsensical remark.

"nice."

Yin Weiyong wore a half-smile and said, "Your Highness, don't worry. I will definitely return this carriage to you when you go down the mountain, how about that?"

Although Xiao Ce was puzzled, he nodded in agreement, looking at Yin Weiyong's expression.

He figured he'd have to visit the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion and stay at least one night, so he agreed.

Yin Weiyong was somewhat anxious and told Xiao Ce to get off the carriage first...