Chapter 67 Temporary Settlement
Ruan Xiayu was also shocked when he saw it from behind. Although he knew that he had been drifting on the sea for a long time, he had never expected to be in a foreign country, a country he had never heard of.
"So we've arrived in Zheng. Our fleet has done business there before, but we didn't expect to end up here this time. What a coincidence!"
Lin Yi Guang reacted very quickly. Although he had never heard of this place, he knew that the fastest way to get closer to others was to get close to them. This approach always worked for him.
Ruan Xiayu was also stunned watching from behind. This kid just kept telling lies.
"Young man, have you ever been to our Zheng State? I wonder where you went. Perhaps I know."
"Haha, I'm only a few years old, and I've only been on a few boats. This is my first time to such a far place."
Lin Yi Guang does look young. To the poor people who are suffering, he is already a young man who has just reached adulthood. Children of this age really have little experience.
"I heard all this from the veteran sailors of our caravan. They've been to many countries and seen many things we don't have. It's a pity they haven't seen them in person."
Lin Yi Guang was used to pretending to be pitiful, and it came out unconsciously in his words.
The old village chief's pride and desire to show off suddenly emerged, and he had long forgotten all his previous precautions.
"Haha, you're still young at this age. You still have plenty of time to go to various places. Look, you've come to Zheng State. This can be considered a kind of fate."
"I wonder if there's a market nearby. We haven't had a good meal or rest for a long time. It would be nice to have an inn to rest in."
"Yes, there's a prosperous town fifty miles away. You can stay there for the time being. It's a pity that we don't have any extra houses in our village, otherwise we would let you stay here."
The old man felt a little sorry. He gave the person in front of him five taels of silver just for asking questions. If he provided food, wouldn't he get more silver?
But they were a caravan and might not even look down on the shabby thatched hut, so he was not so tactless.
"Then please tell me what I need to pay attention to when walking around here!"
"There's nothing to worry about. Our area is relatively peaceful. However, does your caravan have an official seal? Our Zheng State often has fleets passing through to replenish supplies and sell goods. Therefore, as long as you have official proof, it will be easier to pass the government inspection!"
Lin Yi Guang didn't expect that the maritime caravans outside had developed so maturely. Are they only beginning to be able to make a breakthrough now?
Lin Yi Guang was a little confused about the future, but Ruan Xiayu saw that his heart became more determined.
If there were no benefits to sailing on the sea, how could there be so many fleets? Moreover, wealth and honor are sought at the cost of risk. They have already fallen to the level of exiles. If they are not willing to pay anything, they will only rot in Lingnan!
As expected, Lin Yue’s vision is very forward-looking, and she has set her sights on maritime freight early on.
"Then can we register directly with the Zheng government? Our luggage and other belongings were all blown away by the wind and waves. In order to protect the safety of our guests, we also lost many people."
Lin Yi-guang's purpose is to play the victim, play the victim, so that the other party will sympathize with him.
"I'm not entirely sure about this, but our Majesty welcomes caravans from all countries. It should be possible to handle it at the county government office."
The village chief's most frequent boss is the village head. He has only met the town mayor once, not to mention the officials from the county government.
"Is there a place nearby where boats can dock?"
Lin Yi Guang felt that although no one was coveting the place, it was still inconvenient. His clothes would get wet when getting on and off the boat. It would be better to find a special place to dock the boat. At most, he could leave more people there to guard it, and everyone could take turns to rest.
What's more, there are two patients. If they get wet, their injuries will recur and never heal. It would be better not to get off the boat in the first place.
The old village chief looked at the big ship that was still a few hundred meters away, and then looked at his own women and children. Even if the men came back, if the other side had bad intentions, he was afraid he would not be able to defeat them.
Anyway, they have already taken the benefits, merchants are profit-oriented, and the village cannot provide them with any help, so naturally they will not give out anything valuable.
Rather than having a sword hanging over your head that could fall at any moment, it’s better to do someone a favor. Maybe they’ll give you more money because you’re so considerate!
"I heard from the peddlers walking around the streets that a special dock was indeed built, but I don't know the details or where it is."
Lin Yi Guang got the information he wanted and completed the mission successfully, with joy showing on his face.
"Thank you so much for clearing up my confusion, uncle. If it weren't for you, I might not even know where I am. Thank you very much. It's getting late, and we still have to go find that pier. We'll meet again if we're lucky!"
Lin Yi Guang stood up excitedly, hugged the old man happily, and stuffed a silver ingot into the old man's hand again. He finally heard good news after these days.
Lin Yi Guang and Ruan Xia Yu quickly returned to the boat, unable to hide the smile on their faces.
"Is this good news?"
Lin Yue looked at her second brother who looked very happy, and she knew that the result of this test was good. So, people’s potential can only be brought into play when they are forced.
In the past, the second elder brother was just a idler at home, and had basically no sense of existence in the family. After being exiled, he gradually became active in the family, but he was still lazy when he should be lazy.
So, if you assign him a task, as long as there is pressure, he will complete it better in the end.
"That's right, you don't even look at who is doing it, if I go there, there must be good news.
I have already found out that this is Zheng State, a country I have never heard of. Although they speak a different language, we use the same characters and communication is very smooth.
It is said that Zheng State has sea caravans all year round, and even has a dedicated dock. This place can definitely become our future market."
"Yes, this time it's all thanks to Lin Yiguang. I've discovered that this guy is a natural born diplomat. His way of speaking and his flexibility of mind are extraordinary!"
Ruan Xiayu also got to know this boy again. In her previous memory, she only had a vague impression of him as Lin Hongyuan's son, but now he was probably firmly imprinted in her mind.
When Lin Yi Guang heard the praise, he looked at his father and younger sister proudly, saying that he was very useful.
"Let's not waste any more time, Xuan'er. Let's start the boat now, sail around the shore, and try to find a place before the sun sets.
My old bones are about to fall apart on this boat."
Lin Hongyuan knew Lin Yiguang's character very well. He would shine with a little sunshine. He knew his own son best. He would become arrogant with a little achievement, and would definitely end up in a miserable end!
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