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On the way, I learned from Han Yuan that the pearl picking boat had returned to the shore this morning and the pearls had been collected. It is said that another 100 East Sea pearls, Xiao Jingchang Dehou, made Changdehou very happy...

Han Mo secretly thought in his heart, and didn't know whether the Han family had stored the pearls secretly during this pearl collection process. If the pearls were stored, they would probably really have to contact Guan Shaohe, the Guan Trade Company.

The warship returned to the Phu Army Wharf in the early morning of the next day, and Han Mo immediately went to see Han Xuanling, the governor of the East China Sea.

Han Xuanling was very happy to learn that Han Mo and Xiao Tongguang were both back safely and came out to greet him in person. Han Mo saw Han Tingge and Cheng Xu also followed behind, but their expressions were very different.

Han Tingge was full of spirit and was in good spirits. He had a smile on his face, but Cheng Xu was covered in dust and drooped from beginning to end, with an extremely awkward expression.

Han Mo immediately understood that Han Tingge was sent out to suppress the bandits and must have already dealt with Blackbeard. In this way, the strength of Xianren Island will have a greater say in the East China Sea and will be more beneficial to his maritime trade plan.

Cheng Xu was hit by the pirates' plan to lure the tiger away from the mountain, and his already poor reputation was at its peak at this time. Many people even expressed disdain for him from the bottom of their hearts, especially the Korean generals, who had never received a good look since Cheng Xu returned to the camp. Even his companion Li Mao seemed to feel very embarrassed and a little alienated intentionally or unintentionally. This made Cheng Xu, who was already arrogant, feel full of grievances and helplessness. When walking in front of others, he always feels inferior.

Although victory or defeat is common in military affairs, this small guard mission cannot be done well, which is unreasonable in any case.

Han Xuanling didn't say much and treated it coldly as usual.

Later, Han Mo reported to Han Xuanling alone in the camp. Except for hiding some places with Du Bingyue, all other things were explained.

Han Xuanling was only surprised. Unexpectedly, Han Mo almost turned around the situation with his own strength at such a young age. If outsiders said this, he might not believe it, but Han Mo was always honest with him and there was no false color in his words, so it was obvious that everything was true.

He was extremely happy that it was a great thing that the Han family had such a child.

It was only when Han Xuanling heard that Han Mo was going to launch a sea route that Han Xuanling became solemn.

"Xiao Wu, you have a rare idea." Han Xuanling said solemnly: "It's just that although my Han family lives on the banks of the East China Sea for generations, they have never had any contact with those small countries in the South China Sea. As far as I know, the East China Sea is vast and boundless. If it takes a trip to the South China Sea, it will take one or two months to go back and forth. This is a long way, and no one can expect anything to happen in the middle. The risks are huge. Moreover, we don't know the business attitude of the South China Sea countries, nor do we understand their folk customs. Even the sea people may not be able to communicate well with them. No one can say whether this kind of maritime trade can be successful."

"The second uncle said," Han Mo said respectfully: "Xiao Wu thought that those people from the South China countries are also human beings. As long as we communicate patiently and use common interests to combine, we will surely reach a consensus."

Han Xuanling nodded and smiled, "This is a problem with sea routes. After all, if you really subdue those sea people to do things for you, they can still do the maritime routes that others cannot do." After a pause, he continued, "Second, the issue of supply. Xiaowu, you also know that if the four countries in the Central Plains say that they are doing business, Qingshang is the first without dispute. Wei and Yan have never attached great importance to trade, so domestic trade is supported by Qingshang. Wei and Yan, there is no business family that can match Qingshang."

The Wei State was warlike and expanded its military equipment. Yan's domestic consumption, the aristocratic families fought for power, and the business environment was extremely harsh, so naturally it could not develop commerce, so the two major powers could not produce powerful commercial empires.

Although there are many wealthy families in the two countries, most of them are noble officials, and ordinary merchants really do not have the strong financial resources to confront Qingshang.

Although the domestic power struggle in Qing State is also fierce, it is vast and has a strong national strength. Many bureaucrats have their own subordinates and have strong support. Therefore, with the support of the official, the power of merchants cannot be underestimated. There are many people with strong financial resources in Qing State. A famous custom in the four Central Plains: "All merchants in the world come to celebrate!" is by no means an alarmist or exaggerated statement, but a fact.

If Han Mo really succeeded in developing maritime trade, it would not only help the Han family, but most importantly, once it grows bigger, it will definitely lead to a powerful business empire in Yan State to fight against the monopoly of the Qing Shang Dynasty on many commercial industries in Yan State.

"So, if you want to trade with the countries in the South China, you will definitely need a large number of Central Plains specialties. Although our Donghai County is rich in products, most of them are marine products. The countries in the South China Sea rely on the sea, and they do not lack these specialties. In this way, you need to go to other parts of the Central Plains to collect a large number of specialties, and you have to rely on Qingshang." Although Han Xuanling's appearance is rough, he is meticulous in his mind. Although he has never done business, he has analyzed many of the details with his experience.

Han Mo nodded slightly and said thoughtfully: "My second uncle means to ask me to find a businessman to cooperate with him?"

"It is necessary to find Qingshang cooperation, but the other party must have enough strength and sincerity, otherwise it is better not to cooperate." Han Xuanling said seriously: "And you must remember that it is not that you are looking for Qingshang cooperation, but that others go to find Qingshang cooperation. You should understand that your aristocratic family and doing business in Yan State will attract rumors."

Han Mo suddenly remembered that his identity could not be open and open to business. Even if he had to do it, he could only be a trader behind the scenes. It seemed that he still needed to find someone to do a storefront at the front desk.

When talking about Qingshang, he immediately thought of Guan Shaohe. It seemed that he really wanted to have a good talk with that guy this time.

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"In addition to sea routes and supply, Xiao Wu, you have one of the most important things to be solved." Han Xuanling said seriously: "You still need silver."

Han Mo was stunned. Yes, it was not possible to manage such a large maritime trade in just one few words. People across the country are working hard to earn money. Even the Han family, a great family, are secretly fighting for some unknown profits. Now he can't even get a hundred taels of silver.

He suddenly thought of a famous saying.

"Ideals are great, but reality is cruel!"

When the maritime trade line is opened, there are so many places to use silver. This kind of commercial transaction is smelled of silver almost every step. If you don’t have enough silver in your hands, all your ideas can only be empty talk.

Han Mo sighed and smiled bitterly: "Second uncle, I only have five taels of silver every month!"

Han Xuanling laughed, came over and patted Han Mo on the shoulder, leaned close to Han Mo and smiled, "Tell you a secret. When my second uncle is as old as you, he only has two taels of silver per month!"

Han Mo was stunned and then laughed.

Han Xuanling touched Han Mo's head, very kind, and said warmly: "If you want to do this, you still need to find a way to get the money. At least you have to say quit and persuade your grandfather and the elders of the clan. You should know that if you don't have 30,000 or 20,000 taels of silver at sea, you can't do it. Such a huge amount of money will be pulled out of the clan's depot after consultation by the elders. It's not easy to convince those elders and your grandfather."

"I know." Han Mo had a great ambition, but after Han Xuanling analyzed this, he immediately calmed down.

He suddenly felt that the opening of maritime trade was not as simple as he imagined, but something that was several times more difficult than he expected.

"These are all imminent things. Once it is really successful, you still need to be careful. Because your grandfather and the elders of the clan should not let this trade be directly linked to the Han family, which will attract many opponents with ulterior motives to peep at them, and even use this to attack the Han family." Han Xuanling said seriously: "So the elders will ask that this kind of transaction be separated from the clan and let you do it yourself. They will not give you too much help. Elders are cautious, which is understandable."

Han Mo could understand this.

In fact, maritime trade is a double-edged sword. If done well, it will benefit the Han family, but at the same time it will attract more people to spy on it. The Han family's economy is too strong and there will be too many people in Yan State feeling uneasy. At that time, it will likely bring extremely serious consequences to the Han family.

Just as the Han family has been watching the movements of other families, any strengthening of other families will bring tension to the Han family and thus create a blow.

Therefore, the mainstream Han family will never interfere in this kind of trade.

"Stupid brat, are you scared?" Han Xuanling touched his beard like a steel needle and looked at Han Mo with a smile.

Han Mo shook his head and said seriously: "Second uncle, don't worry, even if there are great difficulties, since I promised the seafarers to help them find this path of life, I will do my best to do it."

Han Xuanling showed admiration, patted Han Mo on the shoulder heavily, and shouted: "Xiao Wu, keep your promise and go to the forefront. This is my descendant of the Han family. If you want to do anything, just let go of your courage and have a good talk with your grandfather and elders. I believe that they also hope that the children of the Han family can do great things!"

Han Xuanling's motivation made Han Mo, who was originally a little sad, feel a lot of heroic spirit. Looking at the tall and mighty figure in front of him, he respectfully knelt on one knee: "Xiao Wu Xie Er's advice!"

"There are not many military affairs in the camp these days. Since you have this matter to do, the second uncle will allow you to leave the military camp temporarily and go back to arrange these things." Han Xuanling said with a smile.

He suddenly walked to the edge of the copper case, wrote a few words on a brocade piece, rolled it up and handed it to Han Mo, and said with a gentle voice: "If you lack silver, take this to find your aunt. The second uncle doesn't have much money, but there are still hundreds of taels of silver. With this, your aunt will arrange it for you. A little brat, do something well, don't give up halfway, as the second uncle will look down on you at that time."

Han Mo was not embarrassed either. He took the silk and put it in his arms. He was moved. He only felt that although his second uncle was strong by nature, his mind was meticulous. More importantly, he valued love and friendship, and was a real good man.
Chapter completed!