hiss……
Even though everyone had been in the business world for several years and had seen countless storms and waves, they were still shocked at this moment.
Then they became angry, and these Japanese pirates were simply looking for death.
But anger is anger, and there is nothing they can do about this kind of thing.
But the business of attracting investment has to be done after all. Do we have to give up this piece of fat that is on our lips?
This news was a slap in the face to everyone, and all their enthusiasm, display of skills, etc. were wiped out by this blow.
They had long heard about the strength of the Japanese pirates, which lasted from Jiajing to Wanli. Although the decline of the Ming Dynasty Guards was the reason, it was also due to the strength of the Japanese pirates.
Since it has been discovered in Linshan, it may not be found in other places.
Especially at this juncture of Ningyuan's investment promotion, they will bring a lot of money and almost all of them will be at the helm.
If the lurking Japanese pirates attacked these people and grabbed some money, it would be okay. The heads of each family were dead, which would be a blow to Ming Dynasty's business.
Several people from the Dongting Merchant Gang looked at the old man, and one of them whispered: "Old Xi, what should I do? If you are not afraid of ten thousand, just be afraid of the worst."
"Why don't you ask an escort to escort you!"
"Forget it, facing ordinary robbers is okay, but facing extremely vicious Japanese pirates who have been trained by the army is much worse, and they lost their lives in vain."
"Yes, there must be a lot of caravans heading north for Ningyuan's trade promotion, and the escort agency probably won't have enough!"
"Let's buy some knives, swords, spears, harpoons for the caravan guys, and then..."
"Cough, cough..."
Xiong Wencan's cough interrupted the discussion. With a murderous look in his eyes, he looked at Wang Chunru, the head of the Wang family who had just spoken out to buy a sword, and said calmly: "Master Wang, I can pretend that I didn't hear what you said today!"
"Forehead……"
Wang Chunru suddenly had cold sweat on his forehead: "General, Governor, please forgive me, I made a mistake!"
Although the Ming Dynasty had strict control over weapons, they were firearms and standard military weapons, such as muskets, artillery, armor, horses, etc.
Folks don't have much control over cold weapons such as swords, but they are only a small amount.
If you equip a caravan with dozens of swords, guns, swords and halberds, your temperament will change.
At worst, it was to protect the safety of the caravan, but at worst, it was because of impure motives and the intention of treason.
It depends on what people say.
Conspiracy to rebel is a matter of killing the Nine Clans.
Wang Chunru was trembling all over, looking at Xiong Wencan with gratitude in his eyes.
Seeing that the atmosphere in the lobby was a little dull, Xiong Wencan put down his tea cup and said softly: "Actually, there is no solution to this problem. It depends on whether you are willing to give it a try!"
The old man surnamed Xi looked solemn and raised his hand towards Xiong Wencan: "I hope you can give me some advice!"
"It's like this. There are a lot of Japanese pirates lurking along the coast of Ming Dynasty. Some of them have even been lurking for several years.
This time, His Majesty personally led the Northern Army to destroy the Jiannu Allied Forces, and the Ming Dynasty Nanhai Navy Fleet destroyed Fuso's Nagasaki and Busan Navy. Fuso is taking revenge on us.
However, these lurking Japanese pirates are extremely difficult to detect. This time Ningyuan’s investment promotion gave Ponti a bold idea.
You will definitely bring a large amount of silver with you, and the Japanese pirates will definitely covet it, even rob it, and transport it back to Fusang to be used as military pay..."
"Your Majesty the Governor, you want us to act as bait. Will you send troops to pretend to be our men and fish out the lurking Japanese pirates?
If the Japanese pirates harass us, we can kill them directly. If they don’t harass us, we can just escort us to Beijing, killing two birds with one stone! "
"This is what I mean!"
Everyone looked at each other with a wavering look in their eyes.
It's hard to say whether Japanese pirates will harass or rob you, even if it's just a small chance that they might encounter you?
But there is nothing else to do.
Even if Xiong Wencan, the governor of Anjiang, had the right to mobilize the guards, but he was only protecting the caravan, he would not be able to avoid being held accountable.
Risks and rewards coexist. If they agree to this plan and really catch some lurking Japanese pirates along the way, it will be a great achievement. As long as they do not commit suicide themselves, they will be safe for at least a few years.
If the news spreads in the future, neighbors and people will have more trust. After all, Japanese pirates have done too much harm to the people.
This is a sure-win deal.
After thinking for a while, the old man surnamed Xi whispered: "Mr. Governor, can you ensure our safety?"
"No, I can only say try my best!"
Xiong Wencan shook his head and continued: "You should know that the Yanshan Guards of the Twelve Guards of the Forbidden Army are stationed in Nanjing City.
If everyone agrees to this plan, then the governor will go to Commander Chen of Yanshan Guard to discuss and dispatch some sergeants to accompany him. "
"Done!"
Hearing that the Yanshan Guards were accompanying them, the old man slammed the table and stood up: "Your Majesty Governor, although we are businessmen and smell like copper, we are also citizens of the Ming Dynasty. It is our duty to recruit lurking Japanese pirates.
Whatever you need us to do, you can arrange it directly. Even if something unexpected happens during the process, we will never complain! "
"Mr. Xi is right, we have accepted this mission!"
"Mr. Governor, please make arrangements!"
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Although everyone did not think as much about Mr. Xi, they still had great trust in the old man. This move must have deep meaning.
Seeing that everyone agreed, Xiong Wencan pondered for a moment: "First, let out the news inadvertently, saying that you are going north and confirm the date and route;
Second, allocate the money with great fanfare, but you are not allowed to take it to Beijing. According to the governor's estimate, Your Majesty probably does not need the money, but food.
You will send the silver you got to the Dongting Hall with great fanfare, and the boxes on the accompanying carriage will only need to be paved on top.
The governor will arrange for people to guard the rest after you leave.
Third, the caravan crews must give instructions, and the governor will arrange for people to enter the caravan.
You don't have to worry about the rest, the governor will arrange it. "
"Oh, by the way, just to be on the safe side, I will transfer some breast shields from the Yanshan Guards for you to use, just in case!"
"Everyone, please rest assured. The Governor will rush this plan back to Beijing five hundred miles away. Please ask Your Majesty to postpone the Ningyuan Investment Promotion Conference. If you are not in Beijing, the conference will not start!"
"I'll tell you the ugly story ahead. This matter is related to the peace of our coast. If anyone leaks the news, I will completely wipe him and the entire family from the Ming Dynasty."
"Your Excellency is thoughtful, I can't wait, thank you very much, Your Majesty!"
The old man surnamed Xi stood up and bowed to Xiong Wencan: "Sir, I will go back and prepare now. I estimate it will take two or three days!"
"Then let's tentatively decide on the fourth day of September. The governor will send someone to inform you!"
After Xiong Wencan finished speaking, he looked out the door again: "Come here, take a few people to the Nanjing government office to handle the road guidance. I will guarantee it!"
"I'll take my leave!"
After everyone exited the lobby, Xiong Wencan tapped the handrail with his fingers and frowned.
The plan seemed perfect, but the most important link was missing.
