On Deeds, Not Intentions

By now, Li Bowen had finally understood. This was not a discussion at all—this was a notice being delivered to him!

At the same time, he was probably planning to use Li Bowen's mouth to notify the other officials in the capital.

The king before him might have worn a broad smile and seemed easygoing on the surface, but deep down, he was more domineering than anyone!

Li Bowen had three-star Intelligence. He could not be considered a genius, but he was unquestionably clever. Now that Zhou Xu had laid out his plan in plain terms, there was no way he could fail to see what was going on.

Li Bowen secretly drew a deep breath. Then he steeled his heart and made his decision.

"This humble one believes Your Majesty's move is excellent. However, if Your Majesty wishes to replace the people's currency, the new coins will certainly have to be minted in advance, which requires a certain amount of silver. This humble one is willing to empty his family's wealth and lend Your Majesty a helping hand!"

"Bowen, your righteousness is truly admirable!"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Xu's face lit up, and he praised him lavishly.

"At the same time, Bowen, rest assured. I will absolutely not mistreat a loyal subject who serves me with all his heart!"

As Zhou Xu spoke, he drew another enticing pie in the sky for Li Bowen.

Li Bowen put on an excited expression.

"Speaking of which, the city is short of grain, and many commoners cannot even fill their stomachs. My daughter is kindhearted and takes servants into the streets every day to distribute porridge. But one person's strength is ultimately limited. This humble one still has some stored grain in his residence, and I am willing to donate part of