For the consumption of gunpowder and iron bullets, Yang Chengying was mentally prepared.

For this purpose, he specially prepared to convert a part of each merchant ship into a warehouse for storing gunpowder and iron bullets.

With the productivity of ancient times, it would take a long time to prepare so much.

This is also the reason why Yang Chengying went to sea so late.

Therefore, it also shows Liu Xiang's sincerity.

"It's an honor to be recognized by the general."

Liu Xiang, who was burly and tall, was very polite in front of Yang Chengying: "I have also read the letter sent by the general and agree with it."

In order to show the sincerity of the following, this thin gift has been prepared. ”

"In that case, the leader has agreed to cooperate with me."

Yang Chengying said with a smile: "If you have money, everyone makes money, and you and I know that it is impossible to monopolize on the vast sea." ”

"Yes, I don't think it's possible to go on like this forever. Just ......"

Liu Xiang observed Yang Chengying's face and asked cautiously: "The general has made so much effort to occupy Naha Port, is it really just for the Ryukyus?" ”

"Well...... I might as well tell you the truth, the rich businessmen in the southeast have been a little uncomfortable by you. ”

Yang Chengying said half-truthfully: "They sponsored me, hoping that I could come forward to coordinate this matter."

So, I took a way that everybody could understand, talking to the chief. ”

Liu Xiang's eyes lit up, and he was convinced of Yang Chengying's words.

For no other reason, Liu Xiang did indeed rob wealthy businessmen, more than a few times.

Liu Xiang smiled awkwardly and said, "General Huwei, I will teach you one or two." Please let the general say who it is, and never do it again in the future. ”

"This is more, in the future, all the merchant ships flying my Liaozi flag, I hope the leader will open the net."

Yang Chengying said politely.

"Well said, well said."

Liu Xiang felt a little uncomfortable in his heart, if everyone hung the banner of Liao, then what else would he rely on to support a group of brothers under him.

He was thinking about how to make conditions to Yang Chengying.

But I heard Yang Chengying say: "Of course, I can't let you lose money." I will let everyone who hangs the Liao flag pay a tribute to you.

Whoever is not filial, you can take them away. ”

Liu Xiang was taken aback, Yang Chengying played the cards quite shrewdly.

It says that it does not engage in monopoly, but it levies a certain protection fee on passing merchant ships. It's much easier than a roadblock.

"Excuse me, how do you do it?" Liu Xiang was moved.

"Do you see the ground beneath my feet?"

Yang Chengying stepped on the ground under his feet, "In the future, this will be the Overseas Commerce and Trade Department, which will be responsible for inspecting ships coming and going, and solving the problem of people not giving money from the root." ”

Liu Xiang's eyes widened and he coughed lightly: "You mean, you want to control the three major ports of the Ryukyu Kingdom!" ”

"No, I'm just doing business, the port revenue is divided into ten shares, the Ryukyu Kingdom is five, I have three shares, one for the chief, and the rest of the share, when the time comes."

Yang Chengying was thinking in his heart that he would give this to the soldiers guarding here.

If the Satsuma clan knows what to do, let's talk about it.

Liu Xiang's eyes lit up: "Jing Liu, I will be Jing Liu's subordinate in the future, and I will not hesitate to go to the soup for Jing Liu." ”

He said and got down on one knee.

Yang Chengying helped him up and said, "Then let's make a decision." General Liu didn't go back, but went to the palace with me to enjoy the scenery of the Ryukyu Palace. ”

"In this way, it will be bothered at the bottom."

Liu Xiang replied nervously.

In the afternoon of the same day, King Shangfeng held a banquet for Yang Chengying in the palace to catch the wind and wash the dust.

Thirty-five counties in three prefectures, five states and three counties across the country, all those with heads and faces went to the banquet.

The main hall in the imitation Ming style is crowded with people.

Yang Chengying sat on the throne, only one step shorter than King Shangfeng, but compared with others, he was a lot taller.

He only glanced at the inside of the hall, and he could see the expressions on the faces of many people clearly.

As long as the people in the hall lowered their heads, Yang Chengying could only see the top of their hats.

After three rounds of drinking, King Shangfeng tried to get to the point.

"The general went to my Ryukyus, is there anything else to do besides driving out the Japanese for me?"

King Shang Feng asked cautiously.

After all, Yang Chengying brought enough troops to wipe out several Ryukyu.

Yang Chengying said: "First, help Ryukyu get back the five islands that were cut off. Second, head to Nijo Castle and meet with the shogun.

Third, I want to talk to the king about something. ”

For the first two things, King Shang Feng nodded frequently as he listened to the translator's translation.

Only the third thing made his brow furrow, and he felt that this matter must be troublesome.

He asked politely: "Please speak up, and Xiao Wang will do it." ”

"I would like to lease three major ports, including the Port of Naha, for a period of 10 years. Within ten years, 50% of the port's revenue will go to the Ryukyus Kingdom, and 50% will go to me. ”

Yang Chengying said: "I want to establish a naval division in Naha Port to monitor the thieves, including the Satsuma Domain, who are endangering my coastal cities in the Ming Dynasty. ”

The interpreter whispered to King Shangfeng.

The others pricked up their ears and heard some of the wind, and they all looked at each other.

Thoughts such as "whether this lease is reliable" are brewing in everyone's mind.

When King Shangfeng heard this, he frowned and said: "Port trade is the foundation of a small country, and the general took fifty percent at once, and the small country is afraid that it will be difficult to continue." ”

Yang Chengying said: "During the period when our army is stationed, we will set up a school in your place to teach advanced planting and weaving skills.

In addition, I will not interfere in your domestic and foreign affairs, as long as the port trade proceeds. Moreover, in order to ensure the safety of maritime trade, there are also General Liu and others to protect. ”

Hearing Yang Chengying mention himself, Liu Xiang hurriedly got up and saluted King Shangfeng.

King Shang Feng hesitated.

After a while, he cautiously asked, "Really don't interfere in my country's internal affairs?" ”

"Of course." Yang Chengying nodded, "In order to prevent some soldiers from causing trouble, I will write a proclamation to the generals who stay in the local area." ”

"Do you have any other requirements?"

"Weights and measures and currency trade, I hope to follow the Ming weights and measures to facilitate overseas trade."

"That's it!"

King Shang Feng looked around and found that there was no trace of worry on the faces of the ministers.

And they are not to blame for it.

In the past ten years, they have raised a wild father on their heads, and they are powerful.

Now there is a father of the Celestial Empire, who is willing to stay to protect your safety and not interfere in your family affairs.

It's just asking for money, not asking for money for all the time, it's very content.

"Well, I'll grant your request."

King Shangfeng finally relented, "The dog Shangxian is only four years old, and he needs someone to teach him, so how about asking the general to take him to the Celestial Empire to study for a while?" ”

This is a hostage in disguise.

In his mind, he was still very uneasy about Yang Chengying.

Yang Chengying nodded and agreed: "Yes, I will carefully teach Ling Lang and make him a civil and military all-rounder." ”

"Thank you."