Of course, Yang Fan did not express his desire to build an invincible fleet at sea.

On the one hand, I am afraid that Wu Meiniang and the others will be worried, on the other hand, the less people know about this kind of thing, the better.

What's more, in the era of the Lord and Master of Heaven and Earth, wouldn't it be courting death to show off such treasonous thoughts?

So Yang Fan smiled and said: "Ladies, don't worry. This time, Your Majesty deliberately asked your Majesty to remove me from my official position. In addition to not wanting to have a direct conflict with the aristocratic family, I also want to take a few days off."

"You also know that Xue Rengui, Fang Yiai, and Du He have been sent to Jiangnan Shipyard by me for more than a year."

"Recently, Xue Rengui sent a message that the construction of the sea-going ship framework and docks are nearing completion, and the opening of new channels is imminent. Therefore, there are many things to prepare for."

Wu Meiniang also heard a little bit about Yang Fan's construction of Xin's sea-going ships and the opening of new shipping lanes, but Her Majesty Queen Wu Zetian was somewhat disapproving of it.

Wu Meiniang now controls the Tang Dynasty Chamber of Commerce and handles millions of dollars, and she looks down upon taking risks in ocean-going trade.

Therefore, Yang Fan did not pay much attention to the ships and shipping that Yang Fan cared about.

This was the first time for Xiao Shiyun and Wu Shun to hear Yang Fan talk about ships and shipping. In addition to being novel, they were also a little worried.

In their view, shipping is very risky, and their family has no shortage of money, so there is no need to take such risks.

Besides, judging from past shipping experience, monsoon winds drive sea-going ships back and forth.

Generally speaking, they can only go back and forth once a year. If Yang Fan wants to go overseas on a whim, they will really wait to see their husband.

Hearing that Yang Fan actually went to great lengths to build seagoing ships, Xiao Shiyun couldn't help but arouse Xiao Shiyun's interest: "Husband, Shiyun remembers that the Tang Dynasty also had fleets for overseas trade."

"Since your husband wants to build a maritime caravan, why not buy old ships or simply buy some obsolete ships from the navy? Wouldn't it be a lot of hard work to rebuild sea ships now?"

As a princess of the former dynasty, Xiao Shiyun had been secretly cultivated by Empress Xiao, and Xiao Shiyun knew a lot of things.

Based on past experience, if it is a general shipping caravan, it is indeed more cost-effective to purchase a ship directly.

It's a pity that what Yang Fan wants to create is a different one...

This maritime caravan can not only be used for trade, but also a steel Great Wall that can traverse the sea.

"Sister Shiyun is right." Before Yang Fan could answer, Wu Meiniang pursed her red lips and nodded in agreement.

Then he said with a smile: "These ships are not only hard work, but also a waste of money. My husband has invested all my hard-earned money in them, which adds up to at least tens of millions."

Through."

Upon hearing this number, Xiao Shiyun and Wu Shun were stunned.

The total annual tax revenue of the imperial court was only tens of millions of dollars. Wu Meiniang opened her mouth and invested tens of millions of dollars into the construction of sea-going ships. This was too much.

There is absolutely no other family in the Tang Dynasty that can afford tens of millions of dollars in cash, except for the Marquis Mansion.

This feeling is too wasteful!

Looking at Xiao Shiyun in a daze, Yang Fan thought it was so cute.

Gently pinching Xiao Shiyun's rosy cheeks, Yang Fan joked: "These tens of millions are only part of the ship's budget. In fact, the core part cannot be bought with money at all. This

It is a priceless treasure.”

Wu Meiniang took a breath of cold air: "My good husband, you said that investing so much is just part of it? How big a fleet are you planning to build? Do you want to find a navy? Besides, Datang's water fleet

The division doesn’t have such a scale, right?”

Xiao Shiyun and Wu Shun were so dizzy that they couldn't think straight.

The tens of millions of dollars is only part of it, which is too appalling.

"Haha!" Yang Fan smiled slightly, with a proud look on his face. It felt good to show off in front of his own woman.

But my heart was filled with disgust, this little girl Wu Meiniang was really right.

Yang Fan was originally building an invincible fleet.

But you can't say anything now, otherwise you're afraid of scaring these young ladies.

After all, what are you doing by setting up an overseas trading company and a navy? Is this a rebellion?

What's more, using the system to redeem the most core part can't be explained to a few women, so you can only fool around.

After a long while, Xiao Shiyun slowly came back to her senses and murmured worriedly: "Husband, if you invest so much, won't you lose money to death?"

Yang Fan explained with a smile: "The ship we are building this time will be a brand-new sea ship that does not require sails and artificial power. It can travel freely on the sea regardless of the east, west, north or south winds, even if it encounters waves.

Don’t be afraid.”

At this time, Xiao Shiyun couldn’t stop giggling:

"Although I don't know anything about sea-going ships, I have never heard of one that doesn't use sails and manpower, and can sail against the wind. This is ridiculous."

Ancient ships mainly relied on wind power to sail on the sea, and ships used sails and manpower to sail.

If you want to go to the ocean, you must also calculate the seasonal changes in monsoons so that you can carry out sailing activities.

"Pingzhou Ketan" records: "When the ship leaves in November or December, it will be north wind; when it comes in May or June, it will be south wind."

It means that people use the southeast wind in summer and the northwest wind in winter to sail.

Nowadays, it is said that sailing can ignore the monsoon, without using sails or manpower. It is simply a fantasy.

In fact, it's no wonder that Xiao Shiyun didn't believe it. The more he knew about sea ships, the less likely he was to believe Yang Fan's words, because this completely surpassed the understanding of this era.

Completely different from Xiao Shiyun, Wu Shun had no doubts about Yang Fan's words. He patted his white forehead and said excitedly: "If the fleet is built, wouldn't it be possible to trade at sea all year round? Oh my God! We are going to make a fortune.

.”

Unexpectedly, the quiet and gentle Wu Shun could be so obsessed with money.

Wu Meiniang thought deeply, then sighed slightly: "It's a pity that the cost of building this kind of ship is too high, and my husband said that the core part is a priceless treasure. Only my husband has the ability to build such a caravan."

Xiao Shiyun nodded in agreement at this time.

No wonder the tens of millions invested are only part of the money. Such an explanation makes sense.

But then Xiao Shiyun seemed to think of something again, and said with concern: "Husband, if our family is the only one, it will make many people jealous and affect the interests of many people. I am afraid that some people will be restless!

"

Looking at the worried Xiao Shiyun, Wu Meiniang rolled her eyes at Yang Fan and secretly blamed Yang Fan for being unreliable, so she quickly explained: "Sister Shiyun, you don't have to worry about this guy. He has already arranged his escape route? There are several people in this caravan.

The princes of various countries’ families participated, and the emperor’s support was behind the scenes.”

Yang Fan had already planned to tie the emperor and all these big families to the chariot.

These people are like super shields. As long as they stand behind them, no matter what they do, they can remain invincible.

If you want to target the Zhongyi Hou Mansion, you must be prepared to bear the wrath of His Majesty Li Er and several princes.

Seeing that the ladies were gradually letting go of their worries, Yang Fan clapped his hands and said with a smile: "Ladies, are you not worried now? The emperor is still waiting for us to make money for him. He can't do anything to us."

"Even if he doesn't have an official position, it doesn't matter. He still has to do his best to support us."

"If my guess is correct, His Majesty the Emperor will definitely come here in a few days..."

Looking at Yang Fan who was calm and waving smoothly, Empress Wu Mei said angrily: "My husband is really good at lying. He can speak eloquently with just one mouth. I don't know how many little girls will be deceived by you in the future? You'd better stick together in the future."

.”

Yang Fan chuckled: "If my mouth becomes sticky, I'm afraid you won't be able to let me go, Mei Niang?"

Wu Meiniang was stunned for a moment and said angrily: "Why would you not be reluctant to part with your body?"

Yang Fan teased evilly: "Is Mei Niang really willing to give up? It seems that next time I will have to use my hands..."

As she spoke, her eyes drifted to Wu Meiniang's indescribable parts.

It took a long time for the girls to react to Yang Fan's lackluster words.

An spat and several pretty faces turned into red cloth in an instant.

Yang Fan was too shameless and impatient to talk about the pleasures of the boudoir.

For a moment, the laughter of several people rose in the room...

In the next few days, Yang Fan lived the dreamed life of a wealthy landlord.

During the day, she accompanied Wu Meiniang and her girls for shopping and outings, and at night, they spent time together enjoying a leisurely and fulfilling life. They were both hardworking and happy.

Wu Meiniang and the other girls also put down their work and accompanied Yang Fan in his mischief, which comforted Yang Fan's injured heart.

Who made him lose his official title?

Yang Fan lived a fairy-like life with his lovely wife and concubine, but His Majesty Li Er felt very uncomfortable.

In the Ganlu Hall, His Majesty Li Er, who had just finished handling the memorial, could finally breathe a sigh of relief, but he felt a little depressed.

Because almost all of these memorials were petitions calling for severe punishment of Yang Fan.

Of course, His Majesty Li Er would not fulfill the wishes of these aristocratic families, so he postponed all arrangements.

However, what worries His Majesty Li Er even more is that the spring plowing is approaching, but there are not enough plowing cattle...

When encountering difficulties, His Majesty Li Er suddenly thought of Yang Fan again.

If this guy were here, could he think of a way?

Then His Majesty Li Er burst into laughter. The shortage of cattle was a problem left over from past dynasties.
To be continued...