"A treasure ship? Is it really possible to build such a treasure ship?"
Helian Jue carefully examined the model; the sails, planks, hulls, and other parts, though small, were all exquisitely crafted.
Helian Jue had a premonition that if this model could be replicated, it would definitely be an extremely powerful warship.
While confident, Helian Jue was also somewhat worried.
Although he didn't understand shipbuilding techniques, Helian Jue knew from Xie Yuan's fact that Xie Yuan had only produced a model instead of setting up a shipyard:
Shipbuilding is definitely difficult.
Given A-Yuan's abilities, it won't be easy for her to succeed.
"I can't do it yet. After all, the craftsmen in our Prince's Mansion only know carpentry, but they've never built a ship."
Xie Yuan honestly admitted his shortcomings.
Shipbuilding is a highly technical job. Even with blueprints and models, building a perfect treasure ship requires repeated experiments and sufficient experience.
If Xie Yuan were given a few years, she could let those carpenters try more things.
But what we need to do now is to shorten the time and get the finished product as soon as possible.
Therefore, Xie Yuan needed to hire "outside help".
“Those powerful families should be able to. They have their own shipbuilding workshops and experience in long sea voyages.”
Xie Yuan mentioned the local powerful families again.
"What do you want to do? Discuss cooperation directly?"
Helian Jue looked at the model and asked softly.
Although he didn't directly say whether it was possible or not, there was still a hint of hesitation in his tone.
Being too proactive in transactions can easily lead to a disadvantageous situation.
Their Yue King's Mansion is now the king of Yuezhou, so they originally didn't need to beg those powerful clans.
However, since his own princess disliked abusing her power, Helian Jue did not suggest sending troops to negotiate with the powerful clans.
He trusted Xie Yuan and respected her even more.
"I want to hold another auction!"
Xie Yuanke had experience with this.
She even held an auction for her previous sugar-making secret recipe.
Taking advantage of the opportune moment, they ruthlessly slaughtered Governor Cui and several powerful clans.
This also allowed the Prince's Mansion to amass enormous wealth.
This time, Xie Yuan drew up blueprints for the treasure ship and even had a carpenter make a model, preparing to replicate it in the same way.
"Okay, as long as you have a plan, that's fine!"
Helian Jue once again demonstrated his unwavering trust in his wife.
He even enthusiastically offered, "Should I send troops later, after you've finished this auction?"
He wasn't interfering in Xie Yuan's career; he just wanted to support her.
With the King of Yue standing by, along with tens of thousands of elite troops, even without deliberately using his power to intimidate others, he could still have a deterrent effect.
"No need, Your Highness, please proceed with the planned expedition."
Xie Yuan gently shook his head, declining Helian Jue's offer.
Helian Jue felt sorry for her, and she was just as willing to consider his needs in every way.
Relationships between people are always reciprocal.
In the words of later generations, it was a two-way journey.
Winter has already arrived, and Xie Yuan still hopes that Helian Jue can come back for the New Year.
Therefore, he didn't have much time left for marching and fighting.
Staying to accompany her through the auction would be too time-consuming.
"I want to see Your Highness return in triumph soon. We couldn't spend New Year's Eve together last year, so you can't leave Ah Zhen and me all alone in the palace this year."
As Xie Yuan spoke, she couldn't help but add a coquettish remark.
Seeing Xie Yuan's genuine emotions, Helian Jue's heart softened as well.
"Okay! We'll do whatever A-Yuan says!"
Helian Jue grasped Xie Yuan's hand and solemnly promised, "I will definitely stay up with you to celebrate the New Year this year!"
Oh, and that chubby little guy too.
Helian Jue perfectly embodied the idea of loving someone because of their family.
After discussing it, the couple started doing their own things.
Helian Jue also received feedback from the Fourth Prince. The two brothers met and prepared to set off together in three days.
"Is the Xu family going too?"
Helian Jue had a rather high opinion of Princess Xu.
However, in military campaigns, it was mostly men who participated.
It was somewhat inappropriate for a woman to mingle among them.
"Yes, my princess is the vanguard of our Prince Yong's mansion."
The fourth prince puffed out his chest and said with immense pride.
Helian Jue wanted to facepalm. This stupid younger brother of his, having his limelight stolen by a woman, still looked smug.
The fourth prince, of course, noticed his brother's disdain, and he secretly scoffed: "Tch, how dare you say that to me? What makes you any better?"
In the Yuezhou region, who doesn't know the name of Princess Xie?
When did fifty steps become more noble than one hundred steps?
They're about the same!
"Fine! Let her go if she wants to!"
Helian Jue was just saying it casually.
He was only cooperating with the Prince of Yong's mansion; he wasn't really going to become his adopted brother's biological father.
Even if he's his own father, the young couple discuss things together; why is he meddling in their affairs?
Furthermore, the fourth brother is indeed not very reliable.
With his queen watching over him, things might be a little better.
At least it won't cause trouble for me.
Upon reflection, Helian Jue suddenly realized that the advantages of Princess Xu traveling with him outweighed the disadvantages.
And so, the two princely residences decided on the time for their expedition.
On the appointed day, Xie Yuan personally escorted Helian Jue, the Fourth Prince, and Princess Xu, among others, out of Crescent Moon City.
Princess Xu was not wearing palace attire, but rather a suit of silver armor.
Two conspicuous spiked clubs were placed in the horse's saddlebags, further highlighting the horse's fierce and domineering presence.
The large group crossed the sea bridge and arrived at the new town of Hexian on the other side, and then headed straight for Luozhou next door by land.
After watching the army slowly disappear, Xie Yuan returned to the palace.
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