People couldn't afford steamships. Even if they managed to get to the island, it would be very difficult to come back!
People nowadays have a hometown complex, and no one wants to leave their hometown, so immigration from various places has always been ineffective!
In addition, Nanyang is separated by a sea, making it even more difficult for people to immigrate there!
"Although railways cannot be built in the sea, steamships can sail freely! At that time, I can set up a fleet to transport people to and from the sea. While making money, it can also provide convenience to the people!"
When steamships were invented, Ying Feiyu once said.
Steamships can be used as passenger transport to facilitate travel in coastal cities!
But after the steamship was built, everyone set their sights on Nanyang and forgot about it!
"Yeah! That's a good idea, kid! It's like a train!"
Ying Zheng nodded in agreement and didn't think much about it at all.
"Yes! In addition to passenger transportation, you can also transport goods. As long as you pay the fee, you can transport them to Daqin! In addition, the imperial court can also use cargo ships to transport daily necessities to the island and sell them to the people!"
Ying Feiyu said with a smile.
"Yes! That makes sense! The imperial court transported food and cloth to the island, and then transported spices and other items from the island back! But... this time, there will be a lot of transportation fees, right?"
Ying Zheng was thinking and talking, his voice getting smaller and smaller, as if he was thinking about something.
After a moment, he raised his head and asked, "Did you just say that you want to set up this fleet yourself?"
"That's right! The shipyard's next batch of steamships will be built soon! Not only will they be able to transport people, they will also be able to transport goods back and forth. You will definitely make a profit!"
Ying Feiyu smiled seriously, revealing a row of milky white teeth.
In fact, he said that on purpose.
Ying Zheng is not much better than Zhang Han, he is also a steal!
Let him spend money and work hard, but if he hears about something that can make money, he has to sharpen his brain to squeeze it in!
Now that I know that setting up a fleet can make money, I will definitely rush to do it. When the time comes, I will be a favor and push this job out again!
Because he has no interest in setting up a fleet at all!
First, it’s because it’s slower to make money, and second, there’s no one to protect you!
As the fleet comes and goes, it is inevitable to encounter pirates. Just a few crew members cannot cope with it!
It is safest for the imperial court to send troops to sea. Even if they encounter foreign pirates, they can counterattack smoothly and ensure the safety of the goods!
"Hmph! You just said you were thinking about the imperial court. Why do you want to eat alone and earn the money for transportation while you are still talking?"
As expected, when Ying Zheng reacted, his face immediately changed and he began to scold Xiao Zhengtai again.
"What? Aren't you thinking about the imperial court? The price of a steamship has already risen to 1.5 million gold. A round trip requires at least ten ships just for passenger transportation, plus freight. No matter how hard you get twenty ships, this is thirty million gold...!"
Ying Feiyu counted on his fingers, and then continued: "My son knew that the court's funds were tight, but he wanted to let the people immigrate to Nanyang as soon as possible, so he took on this part himself, which not only facilitates the people, but also allows the court to We can capture this fat piece of Nanyang without spending a single soldier!"
These words were so righteous that even Ying Feiyu himself was almost moved!
But Ying Zheng didn't appreciate it, "You kid, please pull him down. It sounds like it's really for the good of the court, but if you think about it carefully, doesn't all the money you make go into your kid's pocket?"
"No! You already have so many industries where you can make money. This sea transportation must be given to me!"
"Since it is something that benefits the country and the people, let the imperial court do it. Only in this way can the people be more surrendered to the imperial court! You kid doesn't have to interfere!"
Thinking of this, Ying Zheng waved his hand, his broad sleeves waving in the air, and his tone was very strong, wanting to settle the matter directly.
"My son, this is for the sake of the imperial court. How can you call it a meddling? Purchasing a steamship is not a small sum!"
Ying Feiyu said pretending to be aggrieved.
"Hmph! Now you don't need to worry about it. The Wo Island side just sent a batch of gold two years ago. I still need three melons and two dates from you?"
Ying Zheng said very arrogantly.
If it were in the past, he would really not dare to say this.
At that time, let alone taking out 30 million gold at once, there was no telling whether the entire court could find 30 million gold.
Even the ministers’ salaries have to be delayed again and again until they can’t be delayed any longer!
But things are different now. With the rise of industry and commerce, a lot of taxes have to be paid every year.
In addition, he conquered the Xiongnu and other countries and brought back a lot of loot!
The continuous excavation of salt mines and iron ores also brought a lot of income to the court!
But the most important thing is Wo Island!
There are many gold and silver deposits on the island, and a lot of gold and silver is sent to the court every year.
Not to mention 30 million, even if it is an additional 30 million, the court can still get it!
According to his understanding, maritime transportation, like railways, can be a sustainable business, and with the development of Nanyang, it may become more and more popular in the future.
Therefore, it is absolutely guaranteed to make a profit without losing any money.
And there is no need to lay railroad tracks, just buy a boat and you can make money much faster than a train!
If you don’t snatch up such a good thing, you’re just out of your mind!
"Father, are you sure you want to set up your own fleet?"
Ying Feiyu asked with a smirk.
"That's right! I will ask Zhang Aiqing to send the banknotes to the shipyard later. After the fare is determined, people can take the boat to Nanyang!"
Ying Zheng looked like he was determined to win, and his head was pounding as if he was pounding garlic.
"Okay! Now that my father has decided, I will let you set up a fleet, which is a good thing that benefits the country and the people!"
Ying Feiyu shrugged his shoulders, pretending to be helpless.
In fact, I feel happy in my heart!
If he directly asked Ying Zheng to form a fleet, this old coward would have to hesitate for a long time, which would be far less enjoyable than this!
As for whether steamships would be as popular as trains, he didn't mention it.
He didn’t say whether it was a monopoly or a business handed down from generation to generation!
If other common people take up transportation in the future, he will not be blamed!
"Haha! After solving the travel problem and solving the people's livelihood, there should be people willing to go there now, right?"
Seizing the opportunity to form a fleet, Ying Zheng smiled proudly.
"Well! As long as my father has thought about it, I will ask the newspaper to publish these things on tomorrow's headlines. It is estimated that many people will sign up!"
Ying Feiyu responded.
As long as Ying Zheng agrees to publish it in the newspaper, the matter will be confirmed and no one can change it!
If you want to change it, the people will definitely be very emotional, and the gain will outweigh the loss!
"Get on, get on, get on! You must get on! If this happens, many people will take steamships to Nanyang!"
Ying Zheng happily agreed without even thinking about it.
I even began to imagine that in the future, the fleet will become popular and continue to expand, from twenty ships to two hundred ships, with a steady stream of revenue every day!
