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Chapter 225 Exploration and Trade

"Next, what's the third thing?"

"Your Highness, it is the construction appropriation for the Navy."

The appropriation of 40 lei proposed by the naval department was approved by Peter, followed by the municipal construction of Constantinople, the unification of the church, the use of taxes, etc.Peter put forward his opinions, and the Senate was responsible for discussing and making suggestions, and then revised and implemented them.

The status of the Senate is getting higher and higher, from a purely advisory body to an executive government. They are only responsible to the monarch and obey the orders of the monarch.When the monarch goes to war or dies, the Senate is responsible for all daily affairs to ensure national security.

The centralization of power in Europe and Asia is not the same concept. Europe is more like the centralization of monarchy. The concentration of power is determined only by the individual will of the monarch. The laws and regulations are half-new and half-old.If Wallachia wanted to survive at the junction of Europe and Asia, it must have a strong centralized power to allocate all available resources.

The political affairs have been dealt with for the time being, Peter changed into a citizen's costume, and planned to meet old friends.

In the official residence of the chief executive in Galata, Chief Carlo prepared oriental tea and sugar purchased with a lot of money, and handed them to the fellow next to him, Ange.

After reaching a trade agreement with Wallachia, Ange, who was about to go back, received an appointment from the Republic of Genoa.He became Genoa's resident deputy in Constantinople, responsible for contact and exchanges with Wallachia.

At this time, Genoa urgently needed to improve its economic and trade relations with Wallachia. After France became its suzerain, its life not only did not improve, but worsened.They were overwhelmed by the erosion of French merchants and the arrears of various nobles.If it weren't for the trade support between Wallachia and North Africa, it would have been even more difficult.

Moreover, they have received news that the chief of Kaffa City sold the city to Wallachia without authorization.This meant the loss of Genoa's entire Black Sea colony.The trade situation is not optimistic.

In the trade with Wallachia, the orders with the government are the most profitable. Unlike the nobles in Western Europe who owe money and don't pay back, they basically pay a deposit first, and then pay the balance after the transaction is completed.Although the period is longer in this way, it can guarantee that there will be no moths.

In addition, Wallachia likes to import some things that are prohibited from export in Western Europe, such as merino sheep, high-quality grape seeds, etc. These things can be sold at high prices in Wallachia.Some Genoese businessmen took advantage of their geographical location to start smuggling.

They used money and connections to obtain smuggled goods from Wallachia, first placed them in Genoa and Corsica, and then transported them to Thessaloniki and Smyrna successively after the wind passed.A lot of profits can be obtained once in and out, and Wallachia can also obtain Western European technology and agricultural seeds to improve itself, which is really a win-win situation.

It can be said that Wallachia has become Genoa's most important trading partner.Some councilors have already proposed to further deepen the relationship, and Ange's excellent completion of the task made the council decide to let him operate in Constantinople. After all, being able to know the governor shows that his way is hard.

"Come on, try this oriental tea, I spent a lot of money to get it."

Carlo greeted Ange for tea, and Ange was not polite. He took some sugar and put it in. Except for the upper class like them who can enjoy tea and other luxuries, other people can only envy them.

"I don't know what the chief of Galata wants me to do?" An Ge asked,
"It's nothing, I just want you to go to the governor and see if he can persuade the higher-ups to deepen the cooperative relationship with the Republic?"

"My lord," Ange smiled wryly. "You have to know that the trade treaty between the Republic and Wallachia has not been signed for two years, and it is just starting to deepen. Isn't it realistic?"

"I know, but if you think about it, the main reliance of the Republic in the Eastern Mediterranean is Galata and Wallachia. Kafa was also sold by that traitor privately. You must know that this is not a commodity, it is a city. Without him, our trade in the Black Sea will be greatly reduced. It will definitely be worse for the country."

"France can temporarily protect us from being annexed by other countries, but both finance and trade must be raised, otherwise, even France will not be able to keep it."

Carlo's words made Anger think about the plight of his motherland. Yes, if he can't share the country's worries, what is the difference from the walking dead.

"I'll look for someone, but my lord, don't get your hopes up."

"It's okay, just do your best."

The talks in Genoa are over here, and Florence is lively again over there.

As the resident ambassador of Florence, Mason marveled at the magnificence of Constantinople, and also facilitated the trade of Florentine merchants in Wallachia.His friendship with Peter made their family's status in Florence soar. His father Bella entered the ruling group, and his younger brother took his place as a member of the council.The business has also improved a lot, from a middle-class merchant family to a local upstart.Others are only envious, who let him know the governor of Wallachia.

"My dear friend, what are you doing?"

Mason turned his head and found that it was Peter, who greeted him enthusiastically.

"Your Highness, what brought you here?"

"God's Guidance"

Peter and Mason smiled at each other, and then Peter stated the purpose of coming today: He wants to form a fleet to the east.

If the New World can't catch up, then go directly to the East.Wallachia's geographic location is easier to reach than Western European countries. It only needs to enter the Red Sea through the Mamluks and bypass Yemen to reach the Indian Ocean, which is half the battle.You only need to establish a business base in India or Ceylon to continue exploring eastward.

This fleet is entirely funded by Peter himself and the business he established, with a total investment of more than 70 lei. The sailors and craftsmen are recruited from experienced fishermen and other coastal areas. Now it is only one pass to the east to pass Wallachia The source of the news, Peter thought, the Florentine is just right, he also has a longing for the East, so that is him.

"Your Highness means that you want me to be a special envoy."

"Well, after thinking about it, you are the most suitable. Don't refuse."

Mason was embarrassed by Peter, and he didn't refuse, but he still has a job, and he still needs to explain the reason to Florence.

"There is still a period of time before the fleet is assembled. Let me know when you have made a decision. This is a rare opportunity in a century."

After talking about other things, Peter left. Mason thought about it for a long time in bed at night. His longing for the East overcame his thoughts of stability. He decided to join this fleet. Even losing his life could not stop his curiosity.

(End of this chapter)