The encounter with pirates added a bit of fun to Zhu Yunwen's voyage.
Zhao Qingzhu then spoke to Zhu Yunwen:
"If pirates like these exist, I really hope they all run into us like they're blind, so that we can eliminate them all and this shipping route can continue to operate safely."
Zhu Yunwen smiled and said:
"Do you simply think we should take care of some pirates, or do you just think it's fun?"
Zhao Qingzhu, her thoughts exposed, gave an awkward laugh, while Zhu Yunwen then said to Ma Sanbao:
"Continue sailing. If you suspect there are pirates along the way, you can directly order our Ming soldiers to eliminate them."
Ma Sanbao said:
"Your subject understands!"
And so, the voyage continues.
After most of the day had passed, the team arrived in Champa, a country with a small land area.
However, most of the area is close to the sea and is an important passageway from the western seas to the Ming Dynasty.
Therefore, teams often pass through this area throughout the year, stopping to rest or resupply.
Especially during Zheng He's voyages to the Western Ocean, more countries overseas learned that there was a powerful Ming Dynasty and a Ming Dynasty rich in resources.
Therefore, more merchant ships used this port to conduct trade with the Ming Dynasty.
This made the port even more active.
Therefore, the Kingdom of Champa also took advantage of this natural geographical advantage and used this port to bring them many benefits.
For example, it has brought about economic growth, and it has also allowed them to conduct various transactions with the teams they interact with, and to buy some things from overseas.
This so-called transit station is making a fortune.
Zhu Yunwen stood on the deck, watching the rapidly approaching dock from afar. With his hands behind his back, he spoke domineeringly:
"This dock is not small, with so many ships around it. It truly lives up to its reputation as the number one dock in the south."
Ma Sanbao said:
"What His Highness the Crown Prince says is absolutely right. However, this place is also a mixed bag, with all sorts of people here."
"Your Highness, you still need to be careful. Although we have many soldiers with us, not all of them will disembark."
Zhu Yunwen nodded and said:
"You have experience, so naturally we should listen to your opinion on these things."
As they were talking, the ship began to approach the dock. Such large ships and such a fleet, although not the first time they had been to this place, still caused quite a stir at the Champa dock.
Many ships, seeing such a large group of ships approaching, cast shocked, envious, and longing glances their way.
Seafarers naturally want to own a super-large ship, but due to the limitations of current shipbuilding technology, especially in some underdeveloped countries, it is even more difficult to build large ships.
Therefore, upon seeing this giant ship from the Ming Dynasty, they all naturally showed envious eyes.
At the same time, it was also awe-inspiring. After all, the Ming Dynasty actually had dozens of ships like this, and there were many people on board. The ships were also very imposing. Such a scene was a rare sight in one's life, and it would naturally bring them endless awe.
Although some people have worked at this dock for many years and have seen the Ming Dynasty's team before, each time they see them, it brings them a new and even more profound shock.
Meanwhile, quite a few people were whispering among themselves:
"See that? This imposing team, this enormous ship—do you know which country this ship and team belong to?"
Those nearby immediately stood at attention and asked:
"Please enlighten me, sir, and let me see your skills?"
The man would then say smugly:
"The Ming Dynasty, you know the Ming Dynasty, right? It's the most powerful country in the East. I don't know exactly how powerful it is, but look at their ships."
Their fleet was larger than any other nation at sea, which speaks volumes about their power.
Upon hearing this, the people around immediately showed expressions of longing, and some even spoke up:
"I've heard of the Ming Dynasty. It's a legendary country, and the Ming Dynasty itself has been legendary throughout history."
However, now, under the leadership of a man named His Highness the Crown Prince, they have created an even more brilliant era, elevating the Ming Dynasty to a height that is beyond the reach of most.
Clearly, Zhu Yunwen's reputation had spread overseas, just like the reputation of the Ming Dynasty, causing a sensation among people abroad.
Amidst their discussions, more people learned that this was a fleet from the Ming Dynasty.
Just then, an elderly boatman spoke up:
"That's not right. The person on the leading ship of the Ming Dynasty fleet, the so-called envoy of the Ming Dynasty, is actually just standing behind that young man."
You should know that I had met the Ming Dynasty's team before. The person with the highest power and status in their team was the Ming Dynasty's imperial envoy.
But now he's standing right behind me, so just how high-ranking must that young man be?
Then a slightly more knowledgeable person next to them spoke up:
"Judging from the bright yellow clothes he was wearing, it seemed that only members of the royal family could wear such clothes. Especially in the Ming Dynasty in the Central Plains, it was reserved for the royal family. Moreover, the robe was embroidered with the divine dragon of the East."
Then someone else immediately said excitedly:
"I know who this is. This must be His Highness the Crown Prince of the Ming Dynasty. Only he is so young, and only he holds such a high position in the Ming Dynasty. I'm afraid no one else can have such a grand presence."
Upon hearing this, everyone around looked shocked. They had clearly heard of the Crown Prince's reputation, but had never actually seen him.
At this moment, everyone turned their gaze to Zhu Yunwen with even greater respect.
After all, such a person is truly terrifying.
Meanwhile, look at Zhu Yunwen; he always gets off that boat.
He walked ashore with an air of dominance.
He didn't care at all about the stares of the people around him.
This only fueled the murmurs among those around them, and no one dared to speak up:
"This Crown Prince is truly extraordinary. He is majestic and domineering, with unparalleled elegance, making him truly admirable."
Zhu Yunwen paid no attention to the discussions of the various Champa people and passing merchants, but instead said to Ma Sanbao beside him:
"Make arrangements so that I may meet with the King of Champa."
"Yes, Your Highness, however... I have long heard that the King of Champa, because he feels that Champa's geographical location is special and many people from home and abroad transit through here, is thinking of taking a cut from passing merchants."
Zhu Yunwen frowned: "He's just passing through here, and he wants to take a cut from the trade between merchants? Taking advantage of geographical location is no joke, is it? Hmph, I'll meet this king."
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