Starting from Leizhou, the next step is the way home.
The monsoon coming from the southern sea is the best time to go north. At this time, the most comfortable and convenient way is undoubtedly the sea route.
Departing from Leizhou to Guangzhou, Guangzhou received the news that Nong Zhigao failed in Guangnan. Knowing that there was no possibility of Nong Zhigao making a comeback, Gao Shiyao boldly opened the door to Guangzhou and reopened the port to start business!
Guangzhou also has its own scene, which echoes the Qingyuan Port of Quanzhou slightly to the north and forms the strongest maritime economic lifeline in the southern part of the Song Dynasty.
This is the front line connecting the Southeast Asian countries and Tibetans. If it were not for the catastrophe at the end of the Tang Dynasty nearly a hundred years ago, this would be the largest port in the Far East, and there would be no chance for the rise of the Quanden Yangming states. !
The people here were born towards the sea and have been integrated with their flesh and blood, leaving a deep imprint in the soul of every Lingnan person. There are many famous people in Lingnan, but business is the right path to pursue.
This season, on the Pearl River Estuary, countless large sailing ships have raised their huge sails. There are ocean travelers and ambitious businessmen. Each ship has pressed its draft to the deepest level, and its fully loaded cargo has acted as ballast. Slowly sail out of this port and follow the south wind to the north.
Liang Chuan gave Shen Yuzhen's child the character Yu, and Ah Yue also officially changed her name to Liang Chuan's surname, Liang Yue!
A half-year-old child led another child half a body smaller than her, chasing each other on the bumpy deck. The occasional ups and downs made their bodies unsteady. They also laughed and had more fun!
Liang Yu grew up by the sea and was not prone to sea sickness, but Liang Yue, a big girl, was not. She was not afraid of crossing the snowy mountains and hiding in the jungle. She was only afraid of the boundless waves, which could calm her down in a few strokes. On deck.
Shen Yuzhen couldn't help but worry too much about this child.
She once thought that this was Liang Chuan's biological flesh and blood, and that the real owner was none other than the mature and lovely Anon. The temperament of Nong's people makes Anong more charming that Jiangnan women don't have, and the accumulation of time makes Anong like a ripe fruit, even more attractive. Even though she herself was born in a romantic place, her breathing quickened when she saw Anon, and she couldn't help but look at him more.
But this child is already seven or eight years old. Even she herself doesn’t know how old she is this year. She can only be older or younger. If Liang Chuan is his biological father, I am afraid that he will have a romantic affair in Guangnan before he knows her. . .
At that time, it seemed that Liang Chuan was still in sister Yi Niang's bed, and he was seriously injured and couldn't get out of bed.
Everyone in Helu knew that Liang Chuan was just a little beggar who depended on his mother-in-law for life. But later, whether it was the appearance of the mountain god or the mercy of God, Liang Chuan's life was completely different after he recovered from his serious injury, and he frequently changed his destiny. When he appeared, even the people around him followed him to heaven, which was incredible.
But Shen Yuzhen didn't believe it if Liang Chuan came from Guangnan.
Liang Chuan can't be that kind of heartless person. He has left his own flesh and blood in Guangnan for so many years and waited until now to pick him up. If it were Liang Chuan, he would have someone pick up Liang Yue even if he couldn't go to Guangnan himself. Returning to Qingyuan is not difficult!
It is said that Anon was the chieftain's widow, but Liang Chuan still accepted her.
Considering Liang Chuan's personality, this is not surprising at all. Not only because of Anon's appearance, Liang Chuan would rarely judge a person based on their appearance. More often, Liang Chuan would look at a person's heart.
Anon was Liang Chuan's savior. For this reason, Shen Yuzhen also knew that Liang Chuan would not ignore Anon.
I heard from Liang Chuan that his son dared to rebel against the imperial court, and in the end even she had to do it. Alas, it was her own son who was facing him, which was not a good feeling in her heart.
How many people does a woman rely on in her life? When you were young, you relied on your father, and when you got married, you followed your husband. When you get older, you have sons and daughters. Even your own son wants to kill you. What's the meaning of life then? Liang Yue was raised by Anon since she was a child. Fortunately, this daughter has not turned bad, and she finally has some sustenance in her life. .
I originally thought that the chieftain's wife must have a bad temper, after all, she comes from a wealthy family, but after contacting her, I realized that Anon is like the sister next door, and she is extremely kind. Why do everyone in Nong listen to Anon? because of her
Charisma!
The two women immediately became close friends and kept Liang Chuan aside.
This makes Liang Chuan the most comfortable. How can he keep guarding two women? Men always have to be with men. His best brother is by his side, hanging around women all day long. What a mess!
'I heard from Shen Kuo's father that the sea has not been peaceful these years!
Yelu Zhongguang just nodded casually. It was indeed a bit unpleasant when the sea breeze caressed his face.
Life on the sea is indeed comfortable. You can earn wealth in just one trip that you cannot earn on the land for a hundred years. As long as the goods you transport are in short supply, such as grain, silk, medicinal materials, tea leaves, porcelain, leather goods, weapons, antiques, gold and stones, and high-risk items are still available. There are things like salt and spices, and if you use them correctly, you will have a lifetime of food and drink without worries!
It turns out that the sea is not as dangerous as the land.
When traveling by land, you have to worry about bandits, government roadblocks, wild animals, snakes and insects. Even the weather on the road may cause fatal injuries, and one careless move can lead to disaster.
As long as there is a similar sailor to pilot the ship at sea, unless there is a big storm and avoid the reefs on the sea, there will be basically no big disaster.
However, the situation has been different in recent years, and there are more Japanese pirates on the sea!
In the early years, Japanese pirates were active in the sea area north of the estuary of the Yangtze River. There are a large number of islands here, and there is a vast sea area where they can move in and out freely. The northern coast has become the back garden of Japanese pirates, where they can come and go freely.
The Japanese in the south were unwilling to come. First, they had to wait for the monsoon in half a year before they could return to the north. The weather in the south was so sultry that they were suffocated. Except for a few big cities, other places in the south were also disdainful to them.
But in the following years, the Japanese gradually discovered a truth!
The Japanese have always targeted those super big cities, such as Mingzhou, Dengzhou and Quanzhou, hoping to eat them into a big fat man in one bite. The truth is that such big cities are not only very difficult to attack, they often have It is heavily guarded and the self-defense force of the people is also very strong. It will be difficult to defeat it.
On the other hand, there are some places that are too poor to beat with three sticks. It can be said that these places cannot even pay the officers and soldiers, and the people are extremely poor. However, such places are very easy to acquire. You can grab them one by one and scratch them. You can scrape out a few ounces of oil!
These places gradually became the targets of Japanese pirate attacks. It can be said that the farther south you go, the poorer you are. The Japanese pirates go further and further, and even Leizhou comes to attack the autumn wind!
'Didn't we conquer Penghu? Have the Japanese forgotten their scars over the years and dared to cause trouble again?
Yelu Zhongguang said: "I have not been in Qingyuan these years, but in order to prevent the outside world from noticing our Liang family army, Yi Niang has been particularly forbearing in these years. No matter what happens, it will be done without sending out our people." No, don’t move. In my opinion, the Japanese probably discovered this problem after a long period of testing, so they dared to go south boldly, as long as they did not come into contact with the navy in Xia Dehai, Penghu!
Liang Chuan hummed and said, "Xia Dehai, I haven't heard this name for a long time!"
Yelv Chongguang, Yuchi and Qin Jing looked at each other and smiled.
'Our ship can reach Qingyuan Port in more than ten days.
'This is the time when the Japanese pirates return to the north. I hope we won't meet them!
Liang Chuan suddenly remembered the scene when he was almost burned to death by the Japanese on the East China Sea. If he was on the sea without the support of artillery, he really would not be a match for the Japanese!
They have always been good at sea. They are born with marine attributes. It is difficult for other people and nations to compare with their sea skills. However, the Song Dynasty is not a vegetarian. Even its own subordinate Xia Dehai, although he was born in Japan, is just like him. With his name, it is not difficult to get into the sea.
'Japanese pirates have always been a big worry for us. If we go back this time, we must take care of them. If Xia Dehai doesn't go to sea, seaweed will grow in Penghu!
Everyone laughed and said: 'Everyone is waiting for you to go back and host
What about the overall situation!
Liang Chuan laughed along with everyone for a while, then changed the subject and said, "I wonder if anything major has happened in Bianjing in recent years?"
Everyone stopped laughing, Yelu Zhongguang didn't speak, Yuchi hummed and said, "Yes, it's still a big deal."
Liang Chuan hummed and heard Yuchi say: "The old woman Queen Mother Liu is dead, and now the Zhao Guan family has the final say in the entire court!"
Queen Mother Liu? Liu E!
A girl suddenly appeared in Liang Chuan's eyes!
Liu Jinyan!
It had been two or three years since he left. He left her in Helu and handed her over to Yiniang. He didn't know how she was doing now!
Queen Mother Liu actually passed away when she disappeared. Queen Mother Liu was kind to her and trusted her very much, otherwise she would not have entrusted her daughter to her!
'How long has it been since Queen Mother Liu passed away? Is there anyone in the family looking for trouble?
When Empress Dowager Liu took power, she offended many people. At that time, Liang Chuan was worried that someone would take advantage of Liu Jinyan after Empress Dowager Liu died. He had soldiers and weapons on hand who could protect Liu Jinyan, but when he was away, he might not . .
Yelu Zhongguang chuckled and said: "Although you are no longer here, my boss, who are our Liang Jiajun? There are thousands of Guanzhong disciples, not to mention Shenjiying and others. Qingyuan is also full of our own people. Who can How dare you come to trouble us!
'Is Miss Jinyan still at home?
Yelu Zhongguang huffed and did not dare to answer.
'Master, I haven't been home for too long. .
Liang Chuan did not embarrass him. If something happened to Liu Jinyan, news might have reached Shen Yuzhen long ago. .
