On a gray morning, Hong Tao led the Qiongzhou army assigned by the provincial government to set off in a mighty manner.
However, what he didn't expect was that the future Lord Taishan would come over in person to see him off.
While Hong Tao was stroking the soft silk armor on his body, he looked at the tall figure on the shore. Suddenly, hot tears fell from his eyes, making him feel mixed emotions.
After staying for a moment, he resolutely shouted: "Attention from all parties, set sail!"
"yes!"
At the same time, Qi Yu also pressed his big hand, and the farewell salute rang out.
boom! boom! boom!
This is a high-level military send-off, second only to the oath-taking ceremony of the three armed forces.
This shows how much Qi Yu attaches great importance to this trip.
In addition to the importance, there is also the complex love that can only be understood but cannot be expressed.
"well……"
"When my husband is in the world, he will gain fame; when he achieves fame, he will comfort his life. When he comforts his life, I will get drunk; I will get drunk and chant like crazy!"
Qi Yu sighed with emotion on the shore for a while, as if he was Zhou Lang. After his mood calmed down, he left and rushed somewhere.
To be precise, he went to the home of Hai Dafu, the richest man in Qiongzhou.
Since I was promoted to governor, I haven't been to his house for a long time.
If you don't move around for a long time, your relationship may become strained.
Therefore, we have to deepen our feelings for each other from time to time.
Hai Dafu was shocked to hear that the chief pastor was coming, and he almost ran out to meet him as if he were walking backwards to meet him. In addition, he also ordered people to quickly invite his son-in-law Tan Junyan, making sure that he came over to accompany him.
"Lord Qi's great presence has made the humble abode shine with glory. Hurry, hurry, take a high seat inside!"
"You are so polite outside the sea, please invite me too!"
"Here comes someone! Serve you some good tea!"
"..."
After exchanging pleasantries for a while, the two of them entered the lobby one after the other.
Hai Dafu, who seemed to be chatting and laughing, was deliberately half a step behind.
After sitting down, Qi Yu chatted about household matters as if it was nothing, and asked from time to time whether the member's body was healthy.
Huh?
Judging from what this means, Mr. Qi has no intention of discussing official matters here!
But when I think about it, I think about it, and when I say it, I say it again.
Hai Dafu still calmly answered all questions without saying a word.
Endless.
After some inquiries, Qi Yu learned that the current seafarers are still full of energy and in their prime. It seems that they can continue to work like this for a few more years.
How could I be willing to let a businessman like him retire?
Just as he was smiling happily, he suddenly saw Tan Junyan rushing through the door anxiously.
It came so quickly!
Qi Yu glanced at Hai Dafu and showed an expression of 'you are so smart'.
"Brother Guangling came just in time. The governor has something important to discuss with the sailor foreign minister. It would be better to meet by chance than to meet him. Why don't you come and listen together?"
"Don't you dare disobey your master's orders!"
As a result, the number of people in the hall increased from two people just now to three people now.
As for the slaves, they had already been waved away by the clever Hai Dafu.
Mr. Qi just said that there are important things to discuss next. Since it is an important matter, it is natural that the negotiations need to be carried out relatively confidentially.
Sudden!
Swish!
Qi Yu took out and opened a map outlined in watercolor.
Looking closer, what is drawn is the continental distribution of the entire Asia-Pacific region.
Because Tan Junyan had observed the navigation charts to South America before, and had this experience as a foundation, he quickly saw the clues and outlines.
However, compared to the earlier one, this picture is more refined and concrete.
At this time, Qi Yu suddenly pointed to a certain area in the picture and asked: "Guangling, do you know where this place is?"
"You mean... this giant island?" Tan Junyan thought hard for a while and murmured, "I remember that its name seems to be Australia, I don't know if it is correct or not."
"Brother Guangling has such a good memory, this is indeed Australia!" Qi Yu smiled faintly and praised.
Then, he asked Hai Dafu: "Executive member, do you intend to open a branch in that place and make money from gold mining?"
What? make money?
If the relationship is good, who has a grudge against money?
However, I am not familiar with that place at all. How can I carry out business after going there?
To be honest, not only am I not familiar with it, I have never even heard of it.
Hai Dafu smiled bitterly, but he neither nodded nor shook his head. He looked completely confused.
Seeing his father-in-law embarrassed, Tan Junyan hurriedly intervened and said:
: "Master Yu once told his subordinates in private that the land of Australia is barren and barren, with wild beasts everywhere, and it is even worse than Luzon in the past. Although it is said that the land has barely escaped from drilling wood to make fire and knotting ropes to record events, But its level of civilization is still very primitive..."
Halfway through his words, he suddenly remembered that not long ago, Mr. Qi had allocated a lot of resources to this place. Judging from his gesture, he should have the intention of pioneering.
However, even so, it won't be the businessmen's turn for a while?
Qi Yu seemed to have understood what he was thinking, and explained: "The development of Australia is a highly confidential matter in Qiongzhou, so few people know the details. Today, I will talk to you openly and formally. ."
"That continent is vast, with vast land and abundant resources. It can develop agriculture and mulberry trees, start industry, and even trade. Now, I have made specific arrangements for the first three of the scholars, farmers, industry and commerce, but the commercial layout has not yet been It’s half gone. So I thought, I’d like to ask you, Hainan, to help me and participate in the construction of this place.”
So that’s it!
It sounds really good and a great thing.
but……
Hai Dafu nodded, but asked confusedly: "Since it is confidential, why don't you appoint your brother-in-law Sun Dacai to go there? You are relatives, and there is absolutely no guarantee of trust. Besides, he has been in business for many years. He has a wide network and should be able to take on this responsibility."
yes!
Given such a good opportunity and such resources, why should we sacrifice the near and seek the far away?
Qi Yu smiled and said: "Although my brother-in-law is trustworthy, his ability is very limited. If it is a smooth business, he may be able to control it, but if he establishes a new business in a foreign country, it will be beyond him." within the scope of capabilities.”
Regarding this, Qi Dalang did not protect him.
If it works, it will work. If it doesn’t work, it won’t work. There is no need to fight with mud and practice Tai Chi.
Hearing this, Hai Dafu was flattered!
He quickly raised his hands and said with a smile: "Thanks to Mr. Qi's recognition, how can Hai not accept this business? I don't want to make much money, I just want to repay Mr. Qi's trust!"
After saying that, he didn't forget to wink at his son-in-law Tan Junyan.
The latter also reacted immediately and said solemnly: "In order to realize your grand plan, I, my father-in-law, and my son-in-law will do whatever it takes!"
