The benefit of doing it this way is that we can build houses while earning money simultaneously. Furthermore, for decades to come, there will be a steady stream of income. We can then use the money earned to pay them for their labor, avoiding the stigma of exploiting the peasants.
At the end of the day, we are paying them, aren't we? Besides, we are providing them with housing—something unprecedented in the history books. At the very least, I have ensured they live in decent homes. If I provide work and pay wages, that is the mark of an enlightened ruler. Most importantly, we can make a great deal of money. This is a win-win situation for both fame and fortune. If we weren't such good friends, I wouldn't even be teaching you this.
The Crown Prince was successfully swayed by my persuasion. He also felt that the cost of building this Summer Resort was indeed astronomical, and the national treasury certainly lacked the necessary reserves. Although his own mansion had plenty of funds, it was still a drop in the bucket for such an extravagant project. He decisively presented this strategy to the Emperor. In the end, they were of one mind and agreed to it.
Chapter 182