Sheng Jing has controlled the Empire's finances for nearly twenty years; how can it be so easy for others to manipulate him?

Shen Wuxiang threatened with military force, attempting to put his whole family to death. How could Sheng Jing let it go?

So, after settling down, the first thing he thought about was revenge.

You can harm me, but not my wife and daughter.

Yes, everyone in Phoenix City knows that the Finance Minister is a 'wife-loving madman' and a 'daughter-slave'...

Tang Fei understood Sheng Jing's feelings and asked, "Any ideas?"

"Leave professional tasks to the professionals. I don't understand the military, but when it comes to financial prowess, I consider myself second, and no one in Phoenix City dares to claim first."

Sheng Jing said proudly.

This is his foundation, the career he has immersed himself in for decades.

In the field he excels in, he is undoubtedly the king.

Just like some people excel at writing ten thousand words a day, while others can urinate three meters away with effort...

"If you need my cooperation, just say the word." Tang Fei said with a smile.

He didn't understand economics either, not even the basic numbers, so he was willing to give full authority to Sheng Jing.

Is there anyone more suitable than him?

Sheng Jing nodded, pondering where to start.

In his view, there is no absolutely perfect financial system.

A large part of their usual work is patching problems; wherever there's an issue, they make regulations and rules to remedy it.

In this turbulent situation, the financial system is like a sieve, ready to reveal dozens of loopholes at any time.

This is a dimensional reduction strike.

Seeing Sheng Jing deep in thought, Tang Fei spoke up, "Uncle Sheng, there's something I need your help with."

"Hm?" Sheng Jing poured the brewed tea into the rain-over-sunny blue and white porcelain cup in front of Tang Fei and asked, "What is it?"

"You know, we now have several cities, including Liyu Port... To avoid being pillaged by Shen Wuxiang without capital, we previously severed all connections with them."

"But continuing like this isn't a solution either; we need our own financial system... You're an expert in this field. If you take charge, we will have stable trade and market economy..."

"Would Uncle Sheng be willing to come out of retirement and serve as our Finance Minister?"

Sheng Jing pondered in silence.

The position of Finance Minister corresponds to the 'Finance Minister' of the Phoenix Empire, but currently, the cities to be governed are still small, and the financial systems and market trade to be established are limited to three cities and a port...

However, with the continued victories of the Righteous Army, the occupied cities and conquered lands grow, increasing the power held by this Finance Minister.

When Tang Fei achieves final victory, this Finance Minister will be the future 'Finance Minister' of the Empire.

Moreover, since all the systems and officials are created and selected by him...

This truly puts the Empire's finances in his own hands.

Complete and unreserved trust.

Sheng Jing did not respond immediately, and Tang Fei also remained silent, quietly sipping tea, waiting patiently.

After a long while, Sheng Jing looked up at Tang Fei and asked, "Is it out of guilt?"

"That's part of it," Tang Fei admitted, unable to deny: "When Little Fatty and I arrived at New Star, you and Aunt showed us so much care. We are very grateful."

"It was precisely because of this reason that aroused Shen Wuxiang's suspicion and rejection... Ultimately leading to this disaster, abandoning home and business, and fleeing far away."

"Of course, the most important reason is still because of Uncle Sheng's abilities. As you said, in the financial field, you are second, and no one dares claim first."

"Our team is newly founded, everything is rudimentary, and it is precisely the time for a top expert like you to guide... With you here, we can design an appropriate financial system for ourselves in the shortest time."

"Finance must be secure, and the market must be active, so that everyone will have confidence in us and support us in capturing more cities and rising to higher positions..."

"I accept," Sheng Jing said firmly, "If it's for the latter reason, I accept."

"Since I'm here, I might as well contribute. If there's anything I can do for you, I absolutely won't refuse."

"However, if it's out of guilt and wanting to compensate in some way by giving me this position, then I'll refuse."

"When we took care of you brothers, it was only because you came to New Star far from home, without relatives... and were close friends with Xin xin. We treated you like our own children."

"It was all out of warmth and sincerity, without expecting anything in return."

"I understand," Tang Fei said sincerely, "Treating others with a sincere heart reflects a Buddha's heart. The kindness you and Aunt showed us is remembered. If we can do anything for you, please don't refuse. Otherwise, Little Fatty and I will feel uneasy."

"Alright, since you trust me, I'll take this position. To establish our own financial system, I need a lot of financial talent."

"Feel free to select talents from the three cities and a port. If they're in other cities, I can also find ways to invite them over," Tang Fei said happily.

There's a Finance Minister, and it's the Empire's 'Finance Minister' taking the role, which could be seen as 'stooping to conquer'...

However, once this news spreads, it will inevitably cause turmoil in the Empire, leading to financial instability.

Sheng Jing doesn't want to work under Shen Wuxiang as a 'Finance Minister,' yet he became a Finance Minister for the Righteous Army... Doesn't this suggest he favors the Righteous Army more?

Hmm, their instability is our opportunity.

To seize land and rule the world, sacrifices must be made.

Who will make these sacrifices?

After discussing the subsequent establishment of the Ministry of Finance for a while, Tang Fei and Little Fatty bid farewell and left.

Mei Yuyin held Little Fatty's hand, reminding the brothers to come over for meals every day.

Little Fatty nodded repeatedly, truly enjoying the meals and soups Mei Yuyin made...

Once the brothers' figures disappeared into the distance, Mei Yuyin looked at Sheng Jing and asked, "What did you two talk about? You were in the tea room for so long?"

"Tang Fei invited me to be the Finance Minister, and I agreed." Sheng Jing didn't hide anything; he has always been honest with his wife.

Unlike the readers currently reading this book...

"It's good you agreed; it's a good thing," Mei Yuyin said.

Sheng Jing looked puzzled at Mei Yuyin and asked, "Haven't you always been uninterested in politics? Why are you suddenly enthusiastic about this?"

"Sigh..."

Mei Yuyin gently sighed, taking Sheng Jing to sit on the living room sofa, and said, "What do you think is the relationship between Xin xin and Xiao Tang?"

"What do you mean?" Sheng Jing frowned slightly.

"Xin xin and Xiao Tang lived together, so they're in a relationship, right? But I heard Xiao Tang is also close with Phoenix..."

"Before, when we lived far apart, there wasn't much to worry about. But now that we're all together, we'll be seeing each other all the time..."

"Although Phoenix is also a child we watched grow up, and I like her very much... Xiao Tang can only have one partner, if he is Xin xin's boyfriend, he can't be Phoenix's boyfriend, and vice versa..."

"I asked Little Fatty, and Phoenix is now Xiao Tang's right hand... she, being of noble birth, helped Xiao Tang recruit many talents and accomplish many things using her princess status..."

"You know your daughter; aside from drinking, she doesn't have many other skills... So, as her old father, you have to help her out..."

"If you can help Xiao Tang establish the financial system and manage the finances well... wouldn't that make him think carefully when making choices?"

"You're just..."

Sheng Jing felt helpless, wanting to criticize his wife's absurd idea.

But upon reflecting, he realized there was some logic to it.

"It seems I have to take on this role as Finance Minister."

"Not only take it but do it beautifully. You have so many people under you, recruit them all."

"..."

Sheng Jing sighed lightly.

He had cultivated such exceptional talents, originally wanting to benefit the nation and people, but it turned out he was helping his daughter compete for a partner...

What kind of situation is this?

Poor parents all over the world indeed.

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