The so-called old man. In fact, what Zhang Fan learned was not an old man. Ultimately. At most, it's his own men. It was Wang Xiliang and Zhao Xiande who went to sea to run the boat.

Let's talk about these two people. It's really amazing now. Because of Zhang Fan's relationship. Even Zhang Fan has never done anything about the affairs of sea ships. But knowing the identities of Wang Xiliang and Zhao Xiande, he still went to run the boat. Obviously, this is what Zhang Fan instructed. In this way. As long as it's a matter of these two people on the sea boat. Within the territory of the Ming Dynasty. Most of them can be released without worry. This kind of convenience is the only one in the entire Ming Dynasty. There is no semicolon.

It's not just about saving money. More importantly. It's fast. If it's fast. They were able to go to sea a day earlier. Some special ones that were carried on board. Goods that cannot be stored for a long time will be more valuable. And to be able to get to the place a day earlier. Stuff can also be sold for a good price. Earn more, too.

Especially for Zhao Xiande. Originally, he was working alone. It's true that you're making more than you do now. But nowadays. Even if it is done under Zhang Fan. The money is not as much as it used to be. But security has increased dramatically. And when it comes to earning less. In fact, there is not much missing. The solo adventures of the past few years have already allowed Zhao Xiande to amass a lot of wealth. He is not an insatiable man. It's best to be able to make money so smoothly.

And. Zhang Fan's relationship is not limited to this. Especially this one. It's not just Zhang Fan. The man sitting on the emperor's throne also took a kick. It used to be Zhu Zaiyuan. Now Zhu Zaiyuan has died. Zhu Yijun, who inherited his throne, was even more happy about this matter. At this point. Zhu Yijun did not publicize it. It's almost full cooperation.

And in this layer of relationship. The most important point. It is that their supply is fully guaranteed. They are able to do it for the same price. Get goods that are several grades higher than others. This is also a very important thing.

And after Zhang Fan heard the news that the two of them were back. I was a little surprised, indeed. After all, in the past. They all had to wait a long time to come back. Sometimes it's even two or three months late. And this time. They returned only a dozen days later than the others.

But that's not the point. The focus is on the news that came back with these two people. made Zhang Fan think of a lot of things. The first is that he resold firearms to several daimyo in Fuso, which was in the Warring States period.

Actually, though. Zhang Fan didn't sell much. Money is made a lot. And it's all gold. But actually. The total number of shipments in the past two years or so is only 20,000 units. But. After all, it's called Sengoku. As a matter of fact. The main force of the war was just some peasants. After hasty training, he took his sword and gun and went into battle.

It's not that the daimyo there don't have well-trained soldiers. It's really a small number. Often there are only one or two thousand people. Or even less. But they are all treated as treasures. Won't be sent into battle easily. With enough of a deterrent. Sounds funny. But that's what happened there.

But it's okay anyway. In a word. There are 20,000 firearms here. But it made a huge change in the form there. Originally. There are some estimates. I don't want to send troops too much. So much so that the daimyo who didn't want to consume his troops too much. Because of the fact that there is such a batch of firearms. Hearts have changed. They all feel like they have such a strong reinforcement. It's easy to beat your opponents.

Therefore. In this kind of situation. There are more wars than ever before. It's a normal thing. For the situation over there. Zhang Fan is concerned. But you don't have to put all your mind on it. And. There's so much movement over there. It doesn't need to be that way at all. Just send someone. Even if you ask anyone, you can find out.

In a word. This period has passed. There were a lot more battles of all kinds and sizes than they used to be. And the number of dead and wounded. It's only been less than half a year this year. The number of deaths has already caught up with the previous five years combined.

In a word. That's what happened over there. As a matter of fact. For Zhang Fan. That's enough. He doesn't need to go too deep.

And it wasn't until Zhang Fan waited until Wang Xiliang and Zhao Xiande returned to the capital. Zhang Fan can be regarded as knowing why the two of them can be so early. The reason why I came back months early. The reason is simple. The goods they shipped over were quickly sold out. Now that the goods are sold out. The money was also accepted. Naturally, there was no need to stay in the same place they weren't used to. It's good to come back soon.

The goods sell fast. Naturally, it's because things are good. After all, there are Zhu Yijun and Zhang Fan behind them. No. It can't be regarded as a support. Suffice it to say that they are influential. All in all. The things that the two of them brought with them were absolutely good. Even in the Ming Dynasty. Even if it's compared to the degree used in the palace. Nothing is going to be any worse.

Although this is the case. After a long journey. These things went to Europe. Naturally, the price is sky-high. But. People over there aren't too concerned about the price. Especially those who are rich in the local area. Of course. Most of them are the aristocratic royal families. Recently they were on the colonization operation. It's really a big profit. These luxuries are still affordable.

So. When the flotilla of the two had not yet arrived. It was just the northern hemisphere of the Atlantic Ocean. Many people on the European road have already gotten the news. And they all know it. The habit of these two. The first stop is in Portugal. So. The flotilla of the two had not yet arrived. Portugal is already a gathering of people from all over the world. There are merchants. There were also aristocrats. Even people sent by the royal family have them. All that's done is to grab some good stuff in the first step. Well. It may be a bit inappropriate to say that it is robbed. But in fact, I can't find much. After all. The first people to see the goods. The good stuff will always be picked off.

And the two were able to come back so quickly. And that's not just the reason. In fact, it is precisely because their first stop is Portugal. And people in all European countries know this. They all gathered there and waited for them. Because of this. This time. The quality of the cargo they carry on their ships is very high. And those people are under such a coincidence. All gathered in Portugal for the first time.

If it was in the past. Whether it is Zhao Xiande who goes to sea alone to do business. Or did he join Zhang Fan to run the boat with Wang Xiliang. In fact, in the end, it was necessary to travel to several places in Europe to sell all the goods that were brought with them. Again. Zhao Xiande even crossed the English Channel. I went to that island nation.

But this time it was all different. People from all over Europe have long gathered here. And it's all a lot of money. And they all brought enough coins. So. This time. After the two boats arrived. Start shopping. The ship docked at the port where it first arrived and did not move. It took half a month. They sold out everything. It's not that they're lazy. It's not that they don't want to go. It's just that they don't have to go anymore.

So. Since I put things early. The money is already in hand. Then naturally they have no reason to stay there. The two didn't stay long. After the inventory is complete. It's to set sail. I'm going home.

So this time. They would have come back months earlier. And after coming back. The first thing the two of them did was to go to the capital. Meet Zhang Fan. The amount of the silver was enormous. However, Zhang Fan's subordinates naturally had someone go to count it. He wasn't afraid that those people would cheat. After all, it's better to be greedy for some silver. If someone else grabs the handle and takes the opportunity to take him down. Instead, or install cronies. There really is nothing to be done. And. Zhang Fan treats them well. Although it can't make them rich. But it's enough for them to spend.

"How. Look at the two of you. It's been almost an hour since I walked in the door. The smile never stopped. It seems that this trip has made a lot of money. Zhang Fan looked at the two. Said with a smile.

"Your Excellency guessed right. This time I made a little more than last time. Wang Xiliang said. It's just that he said it was a little more. But how much more. Zhang Fan didn't even ask. You can guess it. That's definitely not something that can be described in two words: "some".

"Hmm. This time, I have made you a little more wronged. Zhang Fan said. There's a reason he says that. After all, this time out to sea. among those goods. In fact, sixty percent of the capital was contributed by Zhu Yijun. Imagine that Longqing was not so greedy for money back then. But after seeing the benefits here. Still involved.

And for Zhu Yijun. Naturally, he was more like digging into it. If it weren't for his status as emperor. If the impact is not good. He is planning to pay ten out of ten of the capital. But since it is Zhang Fan taking the lead. Then he can't go too far. At least sixty percent. He can already earn a lot. Eat meat. You have to let others drink the soup, no. Not to mention. It's not someone else. Although it is said that it is much safer now. But that's also a fatal deal.

"What did the adults say?" Zhao Xiande was a little embarrassed. "I'm satisfied with my humble duties now." Actually, what he said is not bad at all. Although he only contributed 20% of the capital. But compared to what he used to be. In fact, he has produced no less. And more. After all. Now the size of the fleet has gone up. There are a lot of goods that can be loaded. Naturally, the cost of the demand is also large.

"That's right. You're coming back this time. It's not just about money. Zhang Fan remembered something else. Asked. "What's going on with that thing I told you about?"

"Your Excellency. How can you not be careful. Wang Xiliang said this. Take out a leather envelope from your bosom. Give it to Zhang Fan.