xymnovel Chapter 50 The Treasure Ship Arrives
Chapter 50 The Treasure Ship Arrives
"Great Teacher, a fleet of ships has arrived at Dagu Port. They're so impressive, they blot out the sky!" Several young soldiers could be heard shouting from afar.
Wearing neatly tailored standard military uniforms.
These teenagers, when well-nourished, grow very quickly.
They were incorporated into the junior corps as reserve warriors, serving as messengers and attendants.
Si Chen narrowed his eyes and exchanged a glance with Jia Zi. "It seems that the Felix Felicis is very effective."
Si Chen called them to his side, patted their heads, and took out several bottles of Felix Felicis.
Jiazi then stepped forward with a dark face, waving his hand to shoo them away, "Go away, don't cause trouble here."
Si Chen watched them disperse with a smile and said, "They've finally arrived. I thought they weren't coming."
Si Chen waved his hand, "Let's go see our new baby."
Those on either side took command flags and rode away.
Jiazi led an unclaimed celestial horse from the stable. "Sir, please mount the horse."
"Where did this come from?" Si Chen asked curiously, circling the white horse once.
"This guy was hanging out with those Pegasus guys trying to freeload, and we found out," Jiazi said with a laugh. The Pegasus snorted and nuzzled his armor.
Then he turned to Si Chen, lifted one of the horse's legs, and helped Si Chen mount the horse.
Sitting steadily on the horse's back, I suddenly felt a divine power supporting me, lifting me up secretly.
"This is fate for you. Keep it, we won't lack this food anyway."
This guy can finally officially start receiving government pay.
Jiazi was overjoyed, thinking, "The superior is merciful."
Gradually, the Six Ding and Six Jia Divine Generals, along with Cao Youyi, Shen Lian, and many other Heavenly Craftsmen and Agricultural Officials from the camp, arrived together.
"Go." Si Chen squeezed the horse's belly slightly with his legs.
The celestial horse galloped swiftly, heading towards the mouth of the Haihe River.
The Haihe River area has been fully restored, and even the dilapidated military supply town has been rebuilt, serving as a resting transit point for the Yicong and Tiger Warriors.
The road is made of rammed earth, and the riverbank is piled with silt and sand dredged from the Haihe River.
When Si Chen arrived at Dagu Port, the outline of the treasure ship was already clearly visible.
The twelve enormous, expanding masts were slowly retracting, the thick anchor was slowly lowered into the sea, and billowing hot waves spewed out from the holes on both sides of the ship, as if they were living things breathing out water vapor.
You can even clearly see the burn marks left on the hull.
Si Chen dismounted at the dock and walked alone around the treasure ship.
Xu Wenjue emerged from his room by the sea, flanked by ten strong and valiant men, and several scholars clad in Taoist robes. He stepped forward alone, cupped his hands, and said, "I have encountered trouble today and have come seeking refuge. I wonder if the Great Teacher would be willing to take me in?"
"Brother, please rise. Don't talk about seeking refuge here. Just stay here." Si Chen was a little surprised, but still stepped forward and grabbed him.
Everyone was thinking to themselves, "You call this a fall from grace?"
Si Chen waved his hand, signaling the others to disperse, and pointed towards the Water Affairs Office at Dagu Port, "Let's go inside and discuss the details."
Jiazi shook his head and walked towards the treasure ship. "Come on, let's all go and see what's going on. How dare someone smash our ship? They're really lawless."
After sitting down, Xu Wenjue sighed and beat his chest, saying, "I'm afraid my family can't accept me anymore. My brother pretended to send me north, but secretly contacted the Rat People and the Four Barbarians to rob and kill me. The treasure ship was sturdy, and I was lucky to escape with my life. It's really disheartening."
"Oh, I didn't know such a thing happened." Si Chen raised an eyebrow, but it was not appropriate to comment on other people's affairs. "My dear brother, please treat this place as your second home."
As everyone knows, Si Chen is a famously honest and kind person.
This gratitude can be summed up in one word: genuine.
Xu Wenjue said, "I am quite wealthy, and with my father's secret assistance, I escaped this calamity. But over the years I have lived a muddled and unproductive life, and I have met many people, but none of them are as kind and generous as you, brother."
"You're exaggerating."
The two had a pleasant conversation and discussed the attack at sea.
"It's a strange story."
Their ships had many cannons; if it weren't for the treasure ship's sturdiness, I would probably have been swallowed by the fish long ago.
This fleet came from the north, heading towards Ryukyu.
Si Chen pondered for a moment, then suddenly turned and ordered, "Men, take a thousand followers and scout ahead. I'm afraid these people's target isn't just the treasure ship."
"Your subject obeys." Jia Chen bowed and left with his sword.
Xu Wenjue also instructed his men to hand over all the necessary tasks.
"It's a pity, Your Highness, your treasure ship has been ruined. There were gifts I prepared for you on that ship, which almost fell into the hands of these villains. It's such a waste."
As he spoke, Xu Wenjue presented a list of gold leaf gifts, saying, "If you like them, I'll have another boatload sent over."
Si Chen reached out and took it, then looked closely and realized it was extraordinary.
A piece of Fangmei jade, five inches in diameter, with a radiant sheen, grows thickly in water and is treasured by dragons. If it is thrown into water, a rainbow will surely appear, hence the name Dragon Jade.
"This is the treasure that allows a warrior of the Dragon Rising Sect to enter the path of enlightenment."
Looking further down, there is a round, beautiful piece of jade, five inches in diameter, with a light that can illuminate. It was born in a rocky valley and is treasured by tigers. If you brush it with a tiger's fur, it will immediately burst forth with purple light, and all beasts will be subdued. It is called Tiger Jade.
"This is the treasure for Tiger Warriors to enter the Dao, but it is slightly different from the methods I have passed down."
A pair of Palapo curtains. Palapo is shaped like brocade, with five colors forming patterns. It is fresh, clean, delicate and exquisite, and can protect against the wind.
A pair of crystal bottles, when filled with water, can neutralize all poisons.
Coral branches, agate stones, several bushels of pearls, a load of gemstones, one hundred crystal stones, one hundred bolts of red brocade, one hundred bolts of top-quality Shu brocade, ten dappled horses, and ten camels.
There are also a large number of glass products, copper pots, ironware, and their manufacturing teams.
This is an entire production line.
Si Chen put down the exceptionally generous gift, remaining silent for a moment, "Brother, I love this gift very much, but it's far too expensive. I can't accept such a gift without having done anything for it."
Xu Wenjue waved his hand and said, "We brothers hit it off immediately, so there's no need to talk about repaying this debt of gratitude. Just accept it."
Before he left, Duke Xu Hongji of Wei had already explained everything to him.
Once you've identified your target investment, you can place your bet.
The worst thing is to be indecisive.
In particular, Si Chen was naturally arrogant and unruly, regarding nobles and officials as worthless and scholars as a mob, showing no respect for the powerful and wealthy in the world.
Only by treating each other with sincerity can one truly invest – it's all in.
I have traveled all over China.
Yet, stretching across the vast emptiness, mountains and rivers, there is nothing to rely on. Extending through countless eons, from ancient times to the present, there is nothing to depend on. Only the Great and Wise Teacher remains.
The Heavenly Official is not a person who is only interested in profit, so how could I tempt him with profit?
My younger brother has considerable wealth and is willing to serve you with utmost loyalty.
"They will obey your commands without any disloyalty."
Xu Wenjue lifted his lower robe, knelt on one knee, and bowed with his hands clasped.
Si Chen quickly stood up. The atmosphere had already been set so high, how could he possibly refuse?
"Wenjue, please rise quickly. Why do you perform such a grand ceremony? I agree to your request." Si Chen sighed and helped him up.
Kneeling and helping each other up, as long as you are sincere, even the simplest ritual can be effective.
In the interior scene, a large star appears instantly, ranking only after the Six Ding and Six Jia.
There was no way around it; Xu Wenjue had given too much.
Xu Wenjue was also shocked. It was completely different from before. Chongzhen was like a spring that was drying up, and no oil could be squeezed out. But Sichen was a vast ocean. Even if you only drink a ladleful, you will benefit endlessly.
"I am about to introduce some talented individuals to my brother. To accomplish great things, one must possess both literary and military skills; one cannot be fixated on only one aspect."
Once their identity and stance change, everything becomes completely different.
Si Chen laughed and said, "Are there any talents that Third Master would consider?"
Xu Wenjue shook his head, "Brother, please don't tease me."
"please!"