Five years of county magistrate, 100 million catties of grain shocked Li Shimin

Soon, boxes were opened one by one.

Boxes of all kinds of things are displayed in front of you.

Jewelry and gold were secondary, and neither Fang Yuan nor Wang Gui looked down upon them.

There were some medicinal materials that made Fang Yuan take action, but what was more exciting were some living saplings.

"Is this a tomato?"

Fang Yuan touched a seedling with some excitement.

"Yes, the locals described it the same way you said."

"And this chili is similar to what you said."

Wang Shiyu nodded.

Before setting off, Fang Yuan once told him.

Ask him to find some plants and describe their characteristics.

During that time, she paid a high price to local people to search for them, and found three types in total.

Tomatoes, peppers, sweet potatoes!
Although he didn't know their role, Wang Shiyu still brought them back according to Fang Yuan's request.

"Good, good, good!"

Fang Yuan couldn't help but said yes again and again.

Wang Gui and Wang Shiyu who were watching on the side were both surprised.

It’s just a few seedlings. Do you need to be so excited?

Although I don't like gold, silver and jewelry myself, the medicinal materials and shiny things I brought back are still quite attractive.

"Fang Yuan, are they worth your excitement?"

Wang Shiyu asked curiously.

"It's worth it, very worth it."

"I don't need any of these things, I just want them."

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

Only he knows the importance of these things.

If it can be cultivated, its future value will be immeasurable and it will bring great benefits to people.

It can be said that as long as sweet potatoes are grown alive, the number of people who will naturally starve to death in the future will be greatly reduced.

"Ok."

Wang Shiyu didn't understand, so he didn't ask any more questions.

Everything she wanted was shipped back, and she made a lot of money.

This time he not only made countless money, but also brought back many rare treasures from the Western Regions.

After I come back, I will open a Western Region store specializing in selling things from the Western Regions. I believe it will definitely make a lot of money.

"Prince Prime Minister, just pick a few items."

Fang Yuan stood up, looked at Wang Gui and said.

"Then I'm welcome."

Wang Gui's eyes lit up and he walked aside.

Those are some precious medicinal materials, and they look very old at first glance.

Then Wang Gui picked two more sparkling things, both of which seemed to be of extraordinary value.

After picking three items, Wang Gui held something in both hands. Although his eyes were still a little reluctant, he said enough.

"Poetry, except for sending the plants to Fang Mansion, the rest will be handled by you."

"Also, ask Miaoyan if they want anything, and if so, let them pick."

Fang Yuan said.

Maritime Silk Road What Fang Yuan wants most is to introduce some crops.

The second step is to take Datang's things out, make some money, and then buy their things back.

In this way, not only the goal was achieved, but also a lot of money was made.

"Ok."

"But you should let others handle the matter. I prefer to go to sea."

Wang Shiyu smiled sweetly and was very happy.

Fang Yuan can leave these rare treasures in front of him to his disposal, which shows his trust in himself.

But I am tired of traveling thousands of miles back and forth, and I don’t want to deal with it any more, so let others handle it. It’s all for selling anyway.

When Wang Gui heard this, his eyes widened immediately.

Silly girl, if you don’t want to deal with it, leave it to us, the Wang family, to handle it.

But he didn't say anything, Fang Yuan had already nodded.

"Okay, I'll arrange someone else."

Fang Yuan has no opinion.

When Wang Gui saw this, he could only sigh in his heart.

In the final analysis, these things still belong to Fang Yuan, and it is Fang Yuan who really makes the decision.

Although he wanted Wang Shiyu to hand over the handling power to the Wang family, he had to obtain Fang Yuan's consent.

Fang Yuan would definitely not give such a thing that could make a lot of money to the Wang family, and Wang Gui would not ask for it.

"Ruyi, you can keep a tight guard for a few days, and I'll ask Miaoyan to arrange the manpower."

Fang Yuan told Wu Ruyi to watch, and then left with Wang Shiyu and others.

"Okay, don't worry."

Wu Ruyi nodded heavily and immediately asked someone to close the box.

Not long after, Fang Yuan and others returned to Chang'an City and separated from each other.

Fang Yuan returned to Fang Mansion, while Wang Shiyu and Wang Gui returned to Wang Family.

"Girl, there are so many good things, why don't you take some?"

When Wang Gui thought of those rare treasures, he was ready to move.

They are all good things, and they are all good things that I have never seen before.

Even if you don't sell it, it is very comfortable to collect.

"My goal has been achieved, it doesn't matter if I want it or not."

Wang Shiyu shook his head and smiled lightly.

What she experienced along the way greatly improved her knowledge.

She knew that this world was not only the Tang Dynasty, but also had many places.

On the way back, he also met people from other countries, whose language he couldn't understand.

I originally wanted to take a look, but thinking that Fang Yuan and others were waiting for me to go back, I didn't delay.

Otherwise, Wang Shiyu wanted to explore and see where it was and what the people there were like.

"You silly girl, if you don't want it, you can give it to your tribe."

Wang Gui said sadly.

"Uncle, this Silk Road is supported by Fang Yuan, and almost everything is done by Fang Yuan."

"I am responsible for the success of this, but if it weren't for me, someone would have succeeded. I can't go too far."

"If my people want it, bear with me, if we invest next time, won't we get more returns?"

Wang Shiyu stopped and said seriously.

Wang Gui looked at Wang Shiyu with some surprise, feeling that this niece seemed to have changed.

Not only the tone of his speech, but also his expression changed, becoming more assertive.

"You're right, it's Uncle Menglang."

"Your success this time gives us hope. With you personally sailing, our Wang family will also get more opportunities."

Wang Gui pondered for a moment, thought about it and then said.

Yes, Wang Shiyu is right, you will get more returns on your next investment.

As long as Wang Shiyu is responsible for the sailing fleet, then the Wang family will receive a steady stream of rewards, and there is no need to focus on this time.

"Thank you uncle for understanding."

Wang Shiyu nodded and smiled.

"You have grown up and are very good."

"Go back and relax and dress up, then go to the palace with your uncle for a banquet in the evening."

Wang Gui smiled.

The two of them returned to Wang's house side by side.

As everyone brought the news back one after another, news of the success of the Maritime Silk Road spread.

Few people know about the beginning of the Maritime Silk Road, but not everyone knows about it. The children of high-ranking officials all know about it.

When more people learned about the Maritime Silk Road, they all started talking about the importance of the Maritime Silk Road.

Thinking of the importance of the land Silk Road, people immediately marveled at the importance of the maritime Silk Road.People were even more shocked when they heard that countless rare treasures had been brought back.

“The Silk Road on land has made great contributions throughout the ages, but does the Silk Road on sea do the same?”

"Shilang Fang single-handedly built the Maritime Silk Road, and his achievements are lasting. Isn't it time for a promotion?"

“I’m really looking forward to what the Maritime Silk Road will bring back and whether it will change our lives.”

People talk about it.

Everyone is curious about what the Maritime Silk Road has brought back.

As if to satisfy people's curiosity, Du Miaoyan opened a store the day after the shipment came back.

The store is not doing business, but there are all kinds of goods shipped back from the Western Regions in the store, all of which are rare and not found in the Tang Dynasty.

For a time, people flocked to the scene and the door was crowded to watch.

"Big news!"

"The institute stated that the Maritime Silk Road brought back three crops, one of which is comparable to rice and wheat. If it can be successfully grown, the number of people who naturally starve to death will be greatly reduced in the future, and the days when people are hungry will no longer exist!"

Suddenly, someone shouted in the downtown area.

The sound came one after another, and soon reached everyone's ears.

For a moment, people were silent, and then they became crazy, all in disbelief.

The institute has moved out, but those who are unwilling to move are still in Chang'an City, and Fang Yuan has not stopped their research.

The three plants are currently being sent to the research institute for cultivation, so that they can ensure the growth of those three plants in the best possible way.

Then under the command of Du Miaoyan, they announced the three plants today and told the world.

She now wants to create a king, let more people know about Fang Yuan, and establish achievements for Fang Yuan.

"What fetish?"

"What kind of god is it?"

People were completely shocked and wanted to see it.

But apart from announcing this news, the institute has no intention of letting people watch.

At the same time, Li Shimin in the palace also learned the news.

When we hosted a banquet for the ministers last night, everyone had a great time drinking.

But Fang Yuan only said that the harvest was good, but did not say what the harvest was.

"Pass it to Fang Yuan, I want to ask clearly!"

Li Shimin was impatient and immediately declared Fang Yuan.

It is comparable to rice and wheat, it is definitely a great artifact.

Since he came to the throne, there has not been a day when the people were not hungry.

In this case, Li Shimin hoped to produce more food than anyone else.

Not long after, Fang Yuan arrived.

"It's exactly what the institute said."

"But I thought the training had not been successful and I didn't explain it in advance."

Fang Yuan admitted and explained.

He didn't even know that the institute would announce it.

It was probably Du Miaoyan's intention, and she asked people from the institute to announce it.

"I want to see it."

Li Shimin said impatiently.

"Your Majesty, it is currently being cultivated. If too many people come into contact with it, it will easily fail to survive."

Fang Yuan shook his head and said.

"Ok."

"Why does the institute announce it in advance?"

"There is a lot of commotion now. What if someone has evil intentions?"

Li Shimin felt regretful and then frowned slightly.

Now the whole Chang'an City is talking about this matter, but Fang Yuan said that it is still being cultivated.

If the cultivation is not successful in the end, what will happen to the expectations of myself and the people?
And it may also make the opposition forces take risks.

“I’m sorry I turned back and criticized them.”

Fang Yuan apologized.

“When will the Second Maritime Silk Road start?”

Li Shimin continued to ask.

Because of the success of the first time, he is now eager to start a second time.

If you didn’t make any money the first time, you must make more good things the second time.

"Your Majesty, things are rare and valuable. We have just visited the Western Region and the things have not been digested yet. We will start again in at least three months."

Fang Yuan thought for a while and said.

On the one hand, goods need to be digested and spread in the Western Regions, letting more people know that Datang is operating the Maritime Silk Road.

On the other hand, Wang Shiyu had been tired for so long, so she had to have a good rest and check if there were any problems with the ship.

"What do you think about three months?"

Li Shimin was slightly disappointed.

Three months, plus the round trip time and distribution time, is more than half a year.

Half a year is a bit long, but it's not a long time, and it's still within the acceptable range.

"I will build two more ships, for a total of seven ships."

"Among them, my business will occupy two ships, and the rest will be divided between His Majesty and the princes."

"But your Majesty and the princes will give me [-]% of what they earn, which will be considered as my shipping fee."

Fang Yuan said his thoughts.

After the first success, it is impossible to start the second and third times by yourself.

Even if he wanted to live alone, the emperor and other ministers would not agree, and the resistance would be very, very strong. After all, the benefits are so great.

Moreover, Fang Yuan never thought that he could swallow such a huge benefit. Only by making money with everyone can we coexist with mutual benefit.

"Five ships. Then I also want two ships, and they will distribute the rest among themselves."

Li Shimin murmured, and then his eyes became sharp.

There are seven ships in total, and Fang Yuan is the master, so it makes perfect sense to occupy two of them.

There are five ships left, and since he is the emperor, it makes sense to occupy two more ships.

Although the remaining three are a bit small, I believe they have to endure their opinions.

"This is up to His Majesty to decide."

Fang Yuan smiled and said.

He only wanted two ships, and Li Shimin would arrange the rest.

This is a transfer of risk, and those who have opinions will only have opinions on Li Shimin.

And Li Shimin is the emperor, so even if he has an opinion, he probably won't dare to make it too obvious.

This is a perfect plan for Fang Yuan and the Maritime Silk Road.

"In that case, I will tell the world that the Maritime Silk Road has officially begun!"

"Anyone who feels that he has a special product in his hands can apply to the imperial court, and those who pass will come with the special product to be traded overseas."

Li Shimin nodded with satisfaction and then said loudly.

He is an emperor. In addition to making money, he also thinks about the style of a great country.

He wanted overseas countries to know that the Tang Dynasty was a land of abundance, with vast territory and abundant resources, and everything there was to offer.

If the goods sent from the world can be sold overseas, then the imperial court will strongly support it, and there is no need for the imperial court to think about what to sell.

"Your Majesty is wise!"

Fang Yuan couldn't help but give Li Shimin a thumbs up.

In this way, it is equivalent to providing a platform for people across the country to buy.

If someone's things are popular, then promote that person's things, similar to the certain treasures and certain things of later generations.

Regarding this, Fang Yuan regretted that he didn't think of such a good way.

But in fact, even if he thought about it, Fang Yuan would not execute it.

Because of the disagreement, I don’t have to continue doing some of the benefits.

Next, Li Shimin announced to the world that the Maritime Silk Road was officially opened.

Among them, he also expressed the importance of the Maritime Silk Road in the announcement.

For a time, the whole country responded, and many aristocratic families and common people took action to apply to the court.

Compared with the response from all over the country, the dignitaries in Chang'an City were filled with joy and sorrow because they were troubled by the three ships assigned by Li Shimin.

Three ships was too few and they wanted more.