My father Zhu Gaoxu

Chapter 194 Zhang Xinglai
"Brother Chang, we are all brothers who scoop food out of a pot, can you tell us the truth, is it reliable that His Royal Highness the King of Han is going to Tianzhu?"

In the cabin, several generals surrounded Chang Wei, all of them looked at him with wide eyes, with hesitation and apprehension on their faces.

"So many people have signed up, what are you still doubting?"

Chang Wei glanced at the crowd helplessly and asked.

In just ten days, more than 7000 people signed up to go to Tianzhu. After all, Zhu Gaoxu gave too much. Even an ordinary soldier can get [-] acres of land when he goes to Tianzhu. It's even richer.

But there are still many people in the army who are waiting and watching. After all, throughout the ages, they have never heard of the prince establishing a country overseas, so they also have great doubts about this matter.

Especially some generals in the army, they are not like those big soldiers, they have nothing, and they go everywhere to make a living.

As a general, it is not so easy to give up an official position that either has a family background behind it, or an official position that has been fought with a knife and a gun. Therefore, among the 7000 people who signed up, almost all of them are ordinary soldiers.

"I have never heard of the establishment of a country overseas, and I have heard that the king of Han was demoted to Jiaozhi because of a mistake. If he goes overseas to establish a country, he will be forced to do nothing. If he cannot get the support of the court in the future, then I'm afraid it will be difficult to open up the situation overseas?"

At this time, someone expressed his concerns.

As generals, they considered more realistically. If Zhu Gaoxu went to sea without Da Ming's support behind him, it would be difficult for him to do anything big, and they would naturally have a bleak future if they followed Zhu Gaoxu.

"Don't worry about this. As far as I know, when the King of Han came to Cochin, it was actually a scene put on by His Majesty. The main purpose was to let the King of Han recruit some Cochin people as cannon fodder. You must have seen it too. Haven't there been any in the past few days? Are many Cochins joining the fleet?"

Chang Wei patiently explained.

During this period of time, he has encountered too many such things. Many people in the fleet know that he is Zhu Zhanhe's uncle, and they must know a lot of inside stories, so they all came to inquire about the situation.

"In other words, His Majesty still favors the King of Han, and will fully support His Majesty in the future?"

At this time, the other person asked again for confirmation, and there was still a bit of doubt in his words.

"Of course, and I'm not afraid to tell you that the Queen of Han and the Prince of Han are staying in the capital. It's not because they don't want to go to Tianzhu with the King of Han, but because they need to do a good job of logistics. In the future, they need to transport people, wealth, and things from Daming to Tianzhu."

Chang Wei paused at this point, and then said again.

"In addition, as far as I know, His Majesty promised to send 3 horses to the King of Han. Our 1 people are only the first batch, and there will be a second and third batch in the future. Speaking of which, we have taken advantage of it. When the King of Han is most short of people, it is easier to get promoted, but when there are more people in the future, it will be much more difficult to get ahead."

Hearing that His Majesty the Emperor wanted to give Zhu Gaoxu 3 people, they were only the first batch.

This group of generals finally changed their colors. After all, everyone knows the principle of striking first, if you don't seize such a good opportunity, you will regret it if you miss it.

At the same time, Zhang Zhong was also discussing with a group of people on the merchant ship outside the official ship.

Ever since they learned that Zhu Gaoxu was going to sail to the West with the ship, and also planned to establish a country in Tianzhu, the stewards sent by these nobles were also excited about it.

In order to make money in the Western Seas, the nobles of each family also spent a lot of money, and the stewards they sent were all shrewd and capable people, and some even followed their masters to the battlefield.

This group of people didn't have a fuel-efficient lamp, so they couldn't sit still when they heard such important news. They were still discussing in private a few days ago, and then someone came to ask Zhang Zhong about it. Finally, Zhang Zhong was also annoyed. , simply called everyone together to discuss.

"That's the way it is, and I'm not afraid to tell you that the reason why I boarded the ship was related to the King of Han going to sea to establish a country. If you have any questions, just ask now!"

Zhang Zhong explained in detail how Zhu Gaoxu went to sea to establish a country, and then he asked everyone.

"Eldest son, the King of Han is going to set up a state on the sea, should we follow suit?"

At this moment, a steward stood up and asked.

This person's surname is Wu, and he is the steward of Zhu Yong's family. He is also very active in this matter because of the relationship between Cheng Guogong's mansion and Hanwang's mansion.

"It is definitely meant to be expressed. How many people can you carry on board?"

Zhang Zhong stroked his chin and thought for a while before asking.

"Our ship is full of cargo, but it's not too heavy. If we're not too picky, we should be able to hold about a dozen more people."

Steward Wu replied immediately.

"Okay, I think it's better than this. The boats of each family should be squeezed as much as possible to make room. One boat can hold dozens more people, and fifty boats can hold at least 2000 more people. I think His Royal Highness will definitely Will be very happy!"

Zhang Zhong immediately made a decision.

Zhu Gaoxu had recruited too many cozhi people, and they and Zheng He's ship alone could not accommodate them. If the merchant ship helped out, Zhu Gaoxu would definitely accept this favor.

For this kind of favor, the managers of various families also agreed, and some people were even thinking in their hearts, should they provide more help to Hanwang?It's a pity that they are only in charge, and they dare not make decisions without the consent of the master.

Seeing that everyone agreed, Zhang Zhong also immediately reported to Zhu Gaoxu, which made Zhu Gaoxu very happy, and then Yang Shiqi personally came forward and arranged for people to board the ship.

After the last group of people boarded the ship, the entire fleet was finally ready.

Cochin chief envoy Huang Fu led local officials to see Zhu Gaoxu off.

During this period of time, thanks to Zhu Gaoxu, not only the local stubborn forces in Cochin were wiped out, but also a large number of young and strong people in Cochin were taken away. It can be said that Cochin has gone through a big war now, and it can be stable for at least ten years.

Zhu Gaoxu and Yang Shiqi bid farewell to Huang Fu and others on the pier, and then boarded Zheng He's ship, the Dafu.

Among them, Yang Shiqi looked at Huang Fu and others on the pier with complicated emotions. Although Jiaozhi is remote, it is also the land of Daming, but if he leaves, he may leave Daming forever, and he may never return in the future.

In contrast, Zhu Gaoxu is full of ambition at this time. Although he also misses his wife and children at home, he naturally puts state affairs first when he acts like a man. Zhu Gaoxu is destined to be the emperor. I will lay down a piece of land myself!
Just as the fleet sailing to the west lifted anchor and was about to leave the port, suddenly they saw a horse galloping towards the pier, and one of them shouted loudly: "Your Highness, stay a while, Zhang Xing is coming!"

(End of this chapter)