Chapter 60

Chapter 60: Li Shimin’s Plan!

This is completely different from how coal is perceived, without thick smoke or a pungent odor.

If you didn’t look closely, Fang Xuanling and Zhangsun Wuji thought it was burning charcoal!

Li Shimin was quite pleased, saying, “This is anthracite coal, entirely different from regular coal.”

Zhangsun Wuji and Fang Xuanling quickly grasped why Li Shimin had borrowed charcoal at a high price. “Your Majesty, is this anthracite from Yujiagou?” Fang Xuanling inquired, recalling recent events.

Li Shimin confirmed, “Yes, it’s from Yujiagou.”

Now Zhangsun Wuji and Fang Xuanling understood why Li Shimin had suddenly changed his mind.

“How come nobody knew before... it doesn’t make sense!” Zhangsun Wuji couldn’t comprehend. “The coal from Yujiagou is well-known in Changan City. We didn’t expect it could be used directly.”

“Is all the coal from Yujiagou usable?” Fang Xuanling asked eagerly.

“Of course not,” Li Shimin replied, returning to his seat.

“Yujiagou’s coal is high-quality anthracite, naturally low in smoke. After processing, it looks like this and can completely replace charcoal.”

Zhangsun Wuji and Fang Xuanling nodded in understanding.

“Excellent! These aristocrats won’t see it coming,” Zhangsun Wuji remarked, feeling satisfied.

Fang Xuanling nodded, “In that case, if we lower the price of charcoal, we can make a significant profit.”

“Rather than making money, I prefer seeing these darned folks suffer!” Li Shimin expressed his genuine disdain for the aristocratic families.

“I bet those old guys are quite upset!” Zhangsun Wuji added with a smile.

Li Shimin felt relieved at the thought of making the powerful families face challenges. Zhangsun Wuji and Fang Xuanling were also curious about the mysterious expert.

“Thank goodness we didn’t give Yujiagou’s land to the Chen family!” Fang Xuanling expressed gratitude.

“I didn’t know before, but I gave it to this expert,” Li Shimin admitted, feeling a bit regretful.

Zhangsun Wuji and Fang Xuanling were surprised to learn that Yujiagou’s land was no longer theirs.

“Well, not giving it away probably spared us from discovering the potential of Yujiagou coal replacing charcoal,” Fang Xuanling consoled himself.

Li Shimin acknowledged that half of the expert’s findings went to Li Lizhi, who, in turn, gave him 30%. He considered it acceptable, as the most significant problem had been resolved.

Li Shimin decided not to dwell on the Yujiagou coal mine issue, feeling content. It was like having a treasure trove.

“Fortunately, the expert’s generosity and Lizhi’s decision solved our most significant problem. I’m satisfied!”