Chapter 1008: Chapter 1008: The Gold-Swallowing Beast Needs to Grow

The Emperor nodded in agreement, which was also why he had not sent out any diplomatic missions, particularly after this year's pirate incidents. He deeply realized the importance of the Navy. He was not oblivious to the state of the national treasury, but strengthening the Navy was necessary no matter how difficult it might be.

The Emperor patted Zhou Shuren on the shoulder, "Next year, I plan to increase our investment in the Navy, my dear subject, you have worked hard."

Zhou Shuren, "...."

Ah, always wanting to squeeze him dry, increasing investment, the gold-devouring beast was growing, and he truly could not afford to feed it.