The Palace, Zhou Shuren flipping through Rong Enqing's financial records, noting each expenditure of silver. This silver flows from the national treasury, disbursed by the Ministry of Revenue. Not much was spent on renovations; the bulk was on books.
The Emperor said, "Rong Enqing mentioned it would take two years for a positive development. What do you think?"
Zhou Shuren closed the records, "Rong Hou has his business acumen. He says two years; I trust him."
The Emperor said softly, "Back then, my father gave Rong Enqing the trade expeditions; he indeed managed them well."
He hadn't paid much attention initially, but recently when Rong Enqing was reported, he couldn't help but inquire. He then realized how much income Rong Enqing generated each year, making others envious.
Zhou Shuren felt that after being reported, Rong Enqing would be conservative, especially now that he has a good position. Rong Enqing is excellent at weighing pros and cons.
