"You're a real hidden gem! You're usually so quiet, but you're the one we need when it counts!"
Lu Yan waved his hand, beckoning everyone.
"Stop standing there, everyone! Come here! Let's discuss how to build this ship!"
"Lu Ban, tell me, what's needed to build a ship?"
Lu Ban II was somewhat taken aback by Lu Yan's sudden enthusiasm.
"Your Excellency, to build a ship, the first thing you need is suitable wood, preferably the kind that is water-resistant and hard..."
"No problem!"
Lu Yan patted his chest, full of heroic spirit.
"Shannan Prefecture may not have much else, but it has tons of trees! Cut them down as you please!"
The old carpenter couldn't help but interject:
"Sir, the wood used for shipbuilding isn't something you can just cut down anywhere!"
"It requires specific tree species and special treatment..."
Lu Yan waved his hand impatiently.
"Oh, don't worry about those details! Lu Ban, please continue."
Lu Ban II glanced cautiously at the old carpenter and continued:
"Besides timber, we also need various tools, such as saws, axes, chisels, hammers..."
Lu Yan waved his hand.
"The manor has all these things! If you need more, just go buy some! What else?"
"We also need some skilled craftsmen..."
Lu Ban II's voice grew softer and softer, as if he was worried that Lu Yan would say something shocking again.
"Craftsmen? That's not a problem either!"
Lu Yan pointed at the crowd present.
"Aren't you all skilled craftsmen? Can't you build ships?"
"No problem! We'll learn on the spot! Lu Ban, you'll be in charge of teaching them!"
The crowd exchanged bewildered glances; this prefect was indeed decisive and efficient.
They acted immediately, without any hesitation.
"Oh, and this ship needs to be equipped with cannons! The more the better!"
"When our warships set sail, won't the enemy tremble with fear?"
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