After Yang Zongtai finished speaking, the scene suddenly fell into a dead silence. The faces of the foreign businessmen turned pale and they all lowered their heads, not daring to look at Yang Zongtai again.
Time passed slowly like this, and for a long time, Louis’ lips were seen moving, but no sound was made.
Seeing this, the rest of the foreign businessmen, fearing to offend the Ming official in front of them, quickly stepped forward, pulled Louis back into the team, and immediately apologized to Yang Zongtai in half-baked Ming Mandarin.
"Sir, this matter is our mistake!"
"After three days, we will pay out all the original rewards as agreed!"
When Yang Zongtai heard this, he immediately looked away and said slowly.
"After three days, if you have not paid the remuneration according to the original agreement, then I will act in accordance with the laws of the Ming Dynasty!"
When Yang Zongtai said this, he paused and then added.
"Don't think of any crooked ideas, unless you don't want to trade with my Ming Dynasty from now on!"
Seeing this situation, the foreign businessmen, after communicating with each other for a while, bowed slightly and said slowly.
"As you wish, my lord!"
Seeing that the matter was irreversible, the foreign businessmen left the court one after another.
"Thank you, sir, for making the decision for us. Otherwise, our lives would be at risk if our boss tracks it down. Please bear with me and wait!"
When Qiao Er saw this, his face was full of gratitude, and he immediately led everyone to kneel on the ground and salute Yang Zongtai.
Seeing this situation, Yang Zongtai just waved his hand quite casually and said.
"I am only acting in accordance with the laws of the Ming Dynasty!"
"Now that the matter has been resolved, you can take your leave first. I have other things to be busy with!"
Yang Zongtai looked back and said slowly.
"Thank you, sir, thank you, sir!"
After Qiao Er heard this, he didn't dare to disturb him any more, and immediately left with his men and many thanks.
Seeing this, Yang Zongtai shook his head helplessly, returned to the room immediately, and continued to deal with the previously unfinished business.
Not long after, I saw Yang Zongtai's wife pushing in the door with cakes and tea.
She was keenly aware of the tiredness on her husband's face, and saw him step forward, put aside the pastries and tea in his hands, and gently squeezed Yang Zongtai's shoulders.
"What's wrong, why is my husband so tired?"
When Yang Zongtai heard this, he couldn't help but sigh and complained.
"Well, although the port has reopened now, the burden on my husband has become a lot heavier!"
"Not only do I have to deal with the normal affairs in Quanzhou City, but I am also responsible for disputes arising from maritime trade. My husband is really too busy to do all the work!"
When Yang Zongtai's wife heard this, a look of worry appeared on her face and she said slowly.
"How about you report this matter exactly?"
"Ask the imperial court to send special officials to manage maritime trade disputes. I remember that Mr. Gao Ge who brought you up earlier is in charge of the Maritime Trade Department, isn't he?"
"In addition, he also sent someone to explain to you, saying that if you encounter anything, you can report it to him!"
When Yang Zongtai heard this, he immediately shook his head and refused.
"No, Gao Ge always supports me because he thinks highly of me. How can I bother him with such a trivial matter?"
When Yang Zongtai's wife saw this, her face was full of hesitation, and the strength in her hands increased a lot. Yang Zongtai grimaced in pain, but he did not dare to get angry.
"Then what do you want to do? If you continue like this, sooner or later your body will not be able to hold on!"
"When the time comes, are you going to watch us orphans and widowed mothers depend on each other like this?"
When Yang Zongtai's wife said this, she immediately took out her handkerchief, covered her face and cried.
When Yang Zongtai saw this, he immediately panicked and quickly put his wife into his arms and comforted her softly.
"How can my husband be willing to let you two live together?"
Lin'er is still young, and besides, I haven't seen the day when he passes the exam, and besides..."
Before Yang Zongtai finished speaking, his wife exclaimed, then quickly covered Yang Zongtai's mouth and kept saying.
"Don't say any more, I'm afraid you will..."
When Yang Zongtai heard this, he couldn't help but feel warm in his heart. He held his wife's hand tightly and said in a deep voice.
"As long as I promise you, my husband!"
"Um."
When Yang Zongtai's wife saw this, she burst into tears and laughed. However, when she discovered her current situation, her face was full of shyness. She quickly stood up from Yang Zongtai's arms and looked elsewhere.
This scene made Yang Zongtai recall the childhood sweethearts of both parties. Unknowingly, Yang Zongtai was fascinated by it. After a long time, he looked away and said slowly.
"Help me grind the ink!"
"Um."
When Yang Zongtai's wife heard this, the shy look on her face disappeared, and her every move exuded a unique quiet temperament, which made people feel more relaxed.
After Yang Zongtai's wife finished grinding the ink, she quietly stepped aside.
Later, Yang Zongtai picked up his pen and began to write this on the letter raft.
"Mr. Gao Ge, I am serving Yang Zongtai, the magistrate of Quanzhou. I have the temerity to make trouble this time. I hope that Mr. Ge will not blame you!"
"Since the official opening of Quanzhou Port, the number of ships coming and going in the port every day has increased, and local people have also found work. The local situation in Quanzhou has also gotten better day by day!"
"However, as trade becomes more and more prosperous, problems are gradually exposed, that is, the disputes between the trading parties are getting more and more serious!"
When Yang Zongtai wrote this, he paused for a moment. After organizing the words in his mind, he continued.
"The previous notice issued by the imperial court was to put Xiaguan in charge of the maritime trade affairs for the time being. However, Xianguan is really incapable of taking care of all the matters at the same time. Therefore, I sincerely ask Mr. Gao Ge to dispatch special officials to handle matters arising from maritime trade. disputes."
"In this way, it will not only be conducive to the development of maritime trade, but also effectively protect the interests of our Ming merchants!"
When the last word fell, Yang Zongtai breathed a sigh of relief and quickly put the brush in his hand aside.
After that, Yang Zongtai checked the contents of the letter several times from beginning to end. After confirming that it was correct, he called his close associates and gave these instructions.
"Submit this letter to Mr. Gao Ge's house!"
When the confidant heard this, he immediately responded in a deep voice.
"Yes, sir!"
Upon seeing this, Yang Zongtai looked back and added another sentence.
"Pay attention to safety and don't make any mistakes. Do you understand?"
"Sir, I understand!"
…
Capital City, Yan Mansion.
After a period of recovery, Yan Song's overall complexion improved visibly.
At this moment, he was lying on the bed without any image, listening to Yan Shifan's report.
"Father, what happened is not what you expected. Xu Jie is secretly investigating the renovation of the treasure ship!"
"This time, Xu Jie's pounce has finally come to nothing!"
When Yan Shifan said this, he couldn't help but have a look of gloating on his face.
After Yan Song heard what Yan Shifan said, he couldn't help but frowned and immediately spoke.
"Idiot, how can Xu Jie not know what you already know?"
"He is clearly using this matter to show his attitude to everyone. He, Xu Jie, wants to give me a fight!"
After being scolded by this, Yan Shifan's expression became more respectful, he turned his gaze to Yan Song and said slowly.
"Thank you father for teaching me. My child understands."
When Yan Shifan said this, he immediately changed the subject and continued.
"Father, in recent days, Yan Maoqing often wants to visit you. Do you want to..."
Yan Song shook his head imperceptibly and ordered like this.
"Tell Yan Maoqing to calm down and don't run to me when nothing happens. His Majesty is still watching over there!"
Seeing this, Yan Shifan had no choice but to respond.
"Yes, father, the child knows."
(End of chapter)
