But only Han Kun knew in his heart that there was no stock on the black market right now, even though there was a price. Nouveau riche officials were sending people to wait with money in hand. As soon as any stock came out, everyone would swarm to it. Although everyone had an unspoken agreement that the price would not exceed 20,000, there were too many people in need, and no one knew when they would be able to buy it.

Just as darkness fell, the fleet arrived off the coast of Luzon. Tall lighthouses emitted a hazy yellow light, guiding ships returning to port. Within the harbor, every few hundred meters along the safety channel, there was a floating beacon. Although it only had a few oil lamps emitting a dim light, it was a guiding light for the ships cautiously approaching the port at night.

The three escort ships headed straight for Pier 1 in Luzon Port, which was occupied by merchant and military vessels directly under the Prince's control. This area was designated when the port opened, and individual vessels were not allowed to dock there.

By the time the three warships docked, Liu Renguang and Jiang Bensheng had already arrived. Seeing that it was Qin Mo, they were both apprehensive and excited. Half a month ago, they had written to Qin Mo explaining their predicament; now that the Prince had personally come, they assumed he was there to either reprimand them for their incompetence or to resolve the problem.

"Hey! What's Taman's background? What's his attitude now?"

In the most luxurious restaurant in the Governor's Mansion, Qin Mo was enjoying local specialties from Luzon Island when she casually inquired about the situation there.

"I have asked several tribal leaders, and it is rumored that the shamans on Luzon Island are of Borneo lineage. Occasionally, someone will come to contact the shamans here, and Taman is someone who knows the inside story."

"Hmm! This lobster is good, you can continue!"

"Your Highness is incredibly resourceful. Since you started building cities and opening markets in various places, many tribes have become friendly. But there are still some who have never cooperated with us. Although they no longer attack us, they also don't make contact with us. Taman is their leader."

Qin Mo threw away the shrimp shells, and a snow-white napkin was immediately handed to her by a maid. "Old Liu, you're almost a nobleman now, not bad!"

"It's all thanks to Your Highness's cultivation that I haven't forgotten my duty. If we're to attack the natives tomorrow, I'll be the vanguard." Liu Renguang's sycophantic nature was still intact, untainted by the wealth before him.

"Taman's stronghold is by the sea?"

"Your Highness, it is absolutely true. They are on a cape southeast of Luzon Island, surrounded by dense jungle and numerous traps. We lack sufficient manpower to breach their defenses."

The headland where they were located had too many reefs, making it impossible for large ships to approach. Furthermore, using boats would not be sufficient to transport thousands of people ashore at once. Your subordinates had no other choice but to request assistance from Your Highness.

How far from the shore can a large ship dock?

"Most of the reefs are about 250 feet from the shore, and in some places we can get closer to less than 200 feet, but we dare not go any closer. I have personally scouted the area. We also considered mounting the artillery brigade's six-pound cannons on the merchant ships, but it was never feasible."

"Okay, we'll rest tomorrow, and then we'll go take a look and give the city a good artillery bombardment."

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