The Reborn Duke of Ming Dynasty

After listening to Zhang Fan's words.Zhao Xiande has some.No.He looked at Zhang Fan in surprise.He really didn't expect that Zhang Fan would ask him to join Jinyiwei.But for a generation, they are merchants.Often looked down upon.For those who are often exploited by court officials.Zhao Xiande heard Zhang Fan's proposal.Not happy in my heart.instead.There was a feeling of panic.

Zhao Xiande looked at the smiling Zhang Fan.Seeing that he didn't have any opinion on his surprised expression.I couldn't help thinking in my heart: "This Zhang Fan. He held an important position at a young age. I heard from those people that he was just the champion of the new department last year. Although his literary talent is very good, he has climbed to this position after so many days. Either he was born with I'm very well-educated. Or I'm really very favored by the current emperor. It's just that at such a young age. Could it be that he also took a fancy to my wealth." Zhao Xiande was worried about this.He somewhat regretted that he had told Zhang Fan all about it just now.In case Zhang Fan also asked him for money.Based on the current situation.I'm afraid it's not enough to send a few million taels.It's just that although Zhao Xiande is also a businessman.Although in order to make money, you can do such life-and-death things as adventures in the sea.But I don't know that it is a dead end and I have to move forward.After all, at the beginning, he also took the risk for his family to live a good life.If you go against Zhang Fan's will.Think of the terrifying name of Jin Yiwei.I'm afraid I don't even know how I died.Until then.It's not just that his own life is in danger.I am afraid that my wife and children will also be implicated.Since you have to pay anyway.Even let yourself go bankrupt.One dead, one alive.Zhao Xiande can still tell the difference clearly.

"The grass people don't know what your lord means. Please tell the grass people in detail." Zhao Xiande asked.He was very careful in his tone.But it also revealed some panic.

Zhang Fan could naturally hear the meaning of his words.He smiled.Said: "I think you have misunderstood. What I said just now is indeed sincerely inviting you to join Jinyiwei. But it is not for your things. It is for you to do business for me."

"Oh." Hearing Zhang Fan's words.Zhao Xiande was stunned again.The officials in the court are all from official background.He despised the most humble merchants at that time.This is something for all to see.However, contempt is contempt.But no one has trouble with money.And businessmen are naturally a major channel for them to make money.Although it is inconvenient for many people who are officials in the court to come forward to do business by themselves.But for profit.They will still develop a lot of profitable businesses.Zhao Xiande thought that Zhang Fan was only interested in the huge profits from his overseas trade.Want a piece of the pie.But he thought about it.There's nothing wrong with that either.Although Zhang Fan's share may be greater than the sum of the bribes paid by officials here, big and small, every year when he returns.But in this way.Zhao Xiande no longer needs to be afraid of these people.Every time I have to give money with a smiling face.Joining Jinyiwei means that his status in the Ming Dynasty has changed.The most direct thing is that he may be a rich man now.However, as a businessman, even if he wanted to wear clothes made of silk, he could only live a dry life at home.Instead of wearing it on the street.However, he followed Zhang Fan.This limitation no longer exists.Although Zhao Xiande knew it was for this kind of face privilege.I will lose a lot of money.However, the Chinese people's inherent thought of honoring ancestors and ancestors still made him feel that this deal was worthwhile.

"My lord means. Will the grassroots also want to work for your lord in the future?" Zhao Xiande asked. "It's about going to sea."

Zhang Fan knew what he meant.However, he was obviously wrong.Or he didn't think of what Zhang Fan really meant.shook his head.Zhang Fan said: "Going overseas to trade. You have to continue. However, I am not greedy for your little money."

Listen to what Zhang Fan said.Zhao Xiande was very surprised.He really didn't know why Zhang Fan would say "those little money".But after being surprised.Excitement surged in Zhao Xiande's heart again.Tens of millions of taels can be called "little money" by Zhang Fan.Then wouldn't he want to do even bigger deals?When it comes to making money.The blood of the businessman flowing in Zhao Xiande's body suddenly boiled.He looked at Zhang Fan excitedly and expectantly.

Zhang Fan saw his appearance.It's funny, but I also sigh that I found the right person.What he wanted was the kind of person who would do anything to make money.But people are unpredictable.Zhang Fan still has to test him: "But before we talk about this, I still have something to ask you."

"My lord, please feel free to ask." Zhao Xiande said hastily.

"Hehe. You don't have to get excited. Sit down and have a cup of tea. I will talk to you slowly," Zhang Fan said. "I'm asking you. What is morality?"

Zhao Xiande heard Zhang Fan's question.I was stunned.It wasn't because he didn't expect Zhang Fan to ask him this question.But for other reasons.If someone had asked him that before.He will definitely say something big.After doing business, although he was classified as a first-class profit-seeking businessman.However, morality is still followed in nature.But today's Zhao Xiande doesn't think so: "My lord, this question is very difficult. Although the grassroots family has been in business for generations, but when I was young, my father also taught the grassroots to read and write. Although they have no fame, they still know the etiquette. If you are an adult I asked Caomin two years ago. Even when Caomin was trapped and had nothing, I never thought of complaining. But when I went to sea for business in the past three years, I saw another place thousands of miles away. The morality in Caomin’s heart The words have changed."

"Oh. Let's hear it." Zhang Fan said with interest.He originally thought that he would have to enlighten Zhao Xiande.Unexpectedly, he took the bait himself.

"When Caomin was in Europe, the people there were completely different from our dynasty." Zhao Xiande said. "Craftsman does not refer to their physical characteristics. It is the concept of how to behave as a person.

"Caomin remembers the first year when he arrived in Portugal. The merchants on the same boat just started to sell their own things. At that time, we were still humble. But gradually. We discovered that the people there did not look down on us. We have traveled thousands of miles across the ocean for money. We almost died on the boat. If we are here, please forgive us. Heart attack. It's money, it's life. Yet the people there saw us bringing things they didn't have. All they wanted. Very warm to us. Even after they knew about our experience. We are all very admired. A local governor viscount knew about this and even came to the messy wharf where we were and invited us to be guests in his... that... castle. Among them, he treated us like honored guests generally.

"My lord just asked the grassroots what morality is. This was an obvious answer for everyone. Now the grassroots can't answer it. The only thing the grassroots can say is that I have my own morals. But outsiders also have outsiders' morals."

Zhang Fan was very happy that Zhao Xiande in front of him could say such a thing.yes.The so-called morality is nothing but people's values.Orientals and Westerners have different values.The so-called moral concepts are naturally different.Just like Zhao Xiande said.They traveled across the ocean and did business.Here it is money not life; but it will be compared with Westerners.What they value more is the so-called chivalry.To put it bluntly, it is personal heroism.The voyage of Zhao Xiande and others.The purpose is to make money this ideal.Although not as great as Columbus and Magellan.But for them.Desperation for ideals is admirable in itself.

But Zhang Fan was also very pleased.But since Zhao Xiande knows this truth.Zhang Fan didn't have to tell him about it again.He continued to ask: "Then I will ask you again. It is said that businessmen are after profit. You can do nothing for money. Tell me. How far can you go?"

"This..." Zhao Xiande really didn't think about this question.Think for a while.Zhao Xiande said. "This. The grassroots don't know either. Or adults can ask more specific questions."

"That is to say. If killing people can make you a lot of money, and you don't have to worry about the government coming to your door. Do you dare. Do you want to do it?" Zhang Fan asked with a smile.Now he is like a demon from hell.Tempting the person in front of him who was not very reliable in his heart.

"This..." Zhao Xiande was really startled by Zhang Fan's appearance and this question. "...my lord. You don't really want to let the grass people... let the grass people..."

"Haha." Zhang Fan suddenly burst out laughing.Said. "I just want to test your courage. But if you really say yes, I will find someone else."

"Hehe. You really know how to joke." Zhao Xiande also said with a smile.It's just that it's summer now.And the skies are clear.Zhao Xiande felt a chill down his spine.

"Hehe. It was indeed just a joke just now." Zhang Fan smiled.But then he corrected himself again.Asked: "If I ask you, if there is something, it can not only save many people who are in trouble, but also make these people help you make money. Do you want to do it?"

"This..." Zhao Xiande didn't answer right away.Instead, he thought about it in his heart.Until he confirmed that there were no traps in Zhang Fan's questioning this time.Only then did he speak. "It's a good thing. Who would say no."

"Okay. Now that's the case. From now on, you are my Jinyiwei." Zhang Fan said.

"Sigh." Zhao Xiande expected Zhang Fan to be so straightforward. **It took him a while to come back to his senses.Quickly kowtow to Zhang Fan.Thank you again and again.

Zhang Fan quickly woke him up.Said: "Remember. From now on, you will be my subordinate. Under my subordinates. What I want is that you can truly listen to my words in your heart. You don't want to act like a master in front of me. Understand."

"Yes. Yes. My lord." Zhao Xiande said quickly.It's just that this is his first experience.Still can't get used to it.

Zhang Fan didn't blame him again.Said: "Sit down. I have something to discuss with you."

Wait until Zhao Xiande sits down.Zhang Fan said: "Now I want to discuss business with you. Tell me. When do you plan to go to sea next time?"

"I used to go in winter. At that time, the ship sailed south and it was warmer. It's just that I couldn't spend the Spring Festival and New Year's Eve with my family at home. Now this route can be regarded as familiar. In addition, the manpower on board is also very high. Very familiar. Grassroots... Beizhi also spent a lot of money to keep them. Now it only takes half a year to go back and forth. In addition, Beizhi's wife and children also have a lot of complaints about Beizhi. Now Beizhi can wait until the beginning of spring before leaving. And I also have some capital in my hands. I want to spend more time with my wife and children at home. So I want to find someone to go to sea for me. It’s just these days. It’s really hard to find someone you can trust.”

"You don't have to look for it anymore," Zhang Fan said. "I'm afraid I will trouble you to go in person this time."

"Since it is an adult's order, I should obey it." Zhao Xiande entered the role very quickly.

"Now you can go back and forth once every six months. You can count the time you stayed in Europe." Zhang Fan asked.

"Counted in." Zhao Xiande said.Speaking of which.He is quite proud. "Your Excellency probably doesn't know yet. Humble Job is quite well-known in Europe now. As soon as Humble Job arrives, the news spreads. Then merchants and royal families from all over Europe will come to buy it immediately. Just like this time, Humble Job is full of three ships. The cargo. It’s ready to set sail and return within half a month.”

"Hmm." Zhang Fan finally understood.Think about it.Said: "I want you to go earlier this time. In addition, I need to get a few more boats. Of course, you have to pay for the money yourself. But in addition to loading the cargo on the boat, I will give you another [-] sergeants. I want you Do something for me."

"This..." Zhao Xiande listened to his words.Startled.Thought Zhang Fan was going to fight.But he thought about it in a blink of an eye.What can two hundred sergeants do.asked immediately. "I don't know what my lord wants to do in a humble position."

"Have you ever heard of a man named Columbus in Europe?" Zhang Fan asked.

"Columbus." Zhao Xiande stroked his chin and thought for a long time before remembering. "Return to my lord. I seem to have heard of it. But I only heard it from the mouths of princes and ministers in other countries. As for the Portuguese, they never mentioned it."

Zhang Fan listened to his words.I secretly smiled in my heart.At that time, Prince Juan of Portugal refused to support Columbus to go to sea.In the end, the Spaniards were given the honor of discovering the New World.Here is something to say.Although people in later generations know that Columbus discovered the New World.But at that time.The Spaniards who supported his voyage undoubtedly became the biggest winner.Zhao Xiande is in Portugal.Although Portugal and Spain are now venting out of one nostril.But presumably Columbus's name would not be easily mentioned.

"I also listened to what those two said just now." Zhang Fan was referring to the part of his English conversation with Richard and Joanna just now. "This Columbus set off from Spain by boat. He went all the way west. He went through all kinds of difficulties and dangers. He discovered a new land. The land is so big that it is even more extensive than my Ming Dynasty."

"Really." Zhao Xiande didn't believe his words. "Then why don't those Portuguese ever talk about it."

Zhang Fan nodded in affirmation.He continued: "Columbus asked the Portuguese royal family back then. But they didn't support him. Instead, they let other countries take advantage of it. That's why it happened."

"Oh. I see." Zhao Xiande expressed his understanding.asked immediately. "The adults told the humble staff what it means."

"This Columbus was originally just for adventure. However, after discovering that land, there are still many uncivilized savage tribes on it." Zhang Fan said. "So people's hearts are unpredictable. They rely on strong soldiers and strong ships and strong guns. They massacre and enslave them."

"These Europeans are indeed a bunch of barbarians. They are so inhumane." Zhao Xiande was also quite angry.

"Now. I want you to go there too." Zhang Fan said. "But not the side where the Europeans landed. It's the other side of the continent."

Hear Zhang Fan's words.Zhao Xiande was surprised again.