The Three Kingdoms of Farming and War began with the incorporation of the Baiyue

This was the first time Jinzhe learned about the camel species and that it was an important means of transportation in the desert.

Its importance is equivalent to that of the oxen used in the new Han Dynasty.

Jin Zhe was very interested in this, so he asked Hua Xin: "Can we breed camels and create a new Han caravan?"

Hua Xin replied: "It is not easy to breed camels. They are naturally adapted to the desert environment. Although their requirements for water and food are not demanding, they are also special. Moreover, the growth cycle of camels is long. It takes at least several years for a cub to be able to undertake transportation tasks. More importantly, camels are also a rare resource in Xinhan and are strictly controlled by the government. However, we can consider establishing a cooperative relationship with Xinhan's caravans and using their camels for trade. This can not only avoid legal risks, but also use their experience and expertise to ensure the safety of the caravan in the desert."

Jin Zhe still insisted on his own idea and went to the Zhang family in Jiuquan to ask for advice.

Patriarch Zhang is well-informed and said, "Fourth Prince, your idea is indeed worthwhile. Cooperating with the Xinhan caravan is undoubtedly a wise shortcut. However, this matter still needs to be carefully considered. First, we must ensure that the interests of both parties are balanced to avoid any rifts in the future. Second, although the Xinhan caravan is experienced, it is also powerful. When dealing with them, we must be cautious and not take it lightly. Have you ever thought about how to ensure that they will not oppress small businesses like us during cooperation? Furthermore, desert trade is full of risks. In addition to relying on the experience of camels and caravans, our own preparation is also indispensable. For example, learning some basic desert survival skills and storing enough emergency supplies are the keys to ensuring the smooth progress of trade."

Since the other party’s request for help was in vain, Jin Zhe simply stopped the camel caravan.

Unexpectedly, the other party started talking a lot of excitedly, and the next moment, he drew his sword and pointed it at me.

Jin Zhe has guards around him.

"Cho, cho, cho!"

The situation was tense and a fight was about to break out in the next second.

"Stop!" Jin Zhe asked the guards to put away their knives, and asked an interpreter, "What are they saying?"

The translator said with a strange expression: "Fourth Prince, they said you are a lunatic. You actually want to do business in a ghost place like the desert, and you still fantasize that they will give up their original business and cooperate with you. They think you are not here to discuss cooperation, but to steal their business." The translator carefully observed Jin Zhe's expression, fearing that this sentence would anger the powerful but unpredictable Fourth Prince.

Jin Zhe smiled faintly upon hearing this, but his eyes flashed with unquestionable determination. "Tell them that I am not here to steal their business, but to open up a safer and more prosperous trade route. On this route, they will no longer be threatened by the sand bandits, nor will they have to worry about the lack of supplies. I will provide protection and share my resources, but the premise is that we need to jointly maintain peace and order on this trade route."

The translator relayed Jin Zhe's words to the leader of the camel caravan. After hearing this, the other party's expression gradually changed from initial anger to doubt, and then revealed a trace of deep thought. They whispered to each other, seemingly discussing the authenticity and feasibility of Jin Zhe's proposal.

After a moment, the leader stepped forward and expressed their concerns to Jin Zhe through the translator: "Fourth Prince, your proposal sounds tempting, but how can we believe your promise before we see it with our own eyes? Promises in the desert are often more elusive than the wind."

Jin Zhe was well prepared. He took out a carefully drawn map from his bosom and slowly unfolded it. "This is a route map that I personally surveyed and drew. It marks potential hiding places for sand bandits, water sources, and safe rest camps. I also plan to set up a series of supply stations to ensure that the basic needs of passing caravans are met. More importantly, I will send a special escort team to patrol along the road to protect the safety of every merchant."

Seeing this detailed plan and Jin Zhe's determination, the leader of the caravan finally softened his attitude. He nodded, indicating that he was willing to give Jin Zhe a chance, but at the same time he also put forward more detailed requirements and conditions.

Jin Zhe gladly accepted the offer. He knew that this was just the beginning and the real challenge was still to come. But as long as there was the first step of trying and trusting, the road ahead would no longer be so far away. Thus, in this vast desert, a new chapter of cooperation and win-win situation quietly began.

In order to ensure the smooth progress of the cooperation, Jinzhe immediately set about forming the escort team, carefully selecting a group of loyal, brave and agile warriors. They not only received rigorous training, but also learned how to protect the caravan in extreme environments and how to deal with various threats that might be encountered. At the same time, Jinzhe also strengthened contacts with surrounding tribes, and won their support and protection through diplomatic means, adding more security to the caravan's route.

During the preparation of the escort team, Jin Zhe did not neglect the management and coordination within the caravan. He proposed to establish a complete communication system to ensure that information can be quickly transmitted between caravan members, whether in emergencies or daily communication, it can be carried out efficiently. In addition, he also introduced more advanced cargo protection measures, such as using special waterproof and sand-proof fabrics to wrap cargo, and designing camp structures that are easy to disassemble and reassemble quickly to adapt to the changing environment in the desert.

As the cooperation deepened, the caravan members gradually felt the changes brought by Jinzhe. The originally monotonous and risky journey became relatively safe and orderly because of these careful preparations and the protection of the escort team. The merchants began to be willing to share more resources and information and face challenges together, which not only enhanced the cohesion within the caravan, but also made the entire trade network more stable and efficient.

Jin Zhe knows that long-term cooperation needs to be based on mutual trust and respect. Therefore, he regularly organizes caravan members to gather together to share each other's stories and experiences, while also listening to their opinions and suggestions, and constantly adjusting and improving the cooperation mechanism. In such an atmosphere, the caravan has not only become an economic partner, but also a big family of solidarity, mutual assistance and common growth.

As time went by, Jinzhe's measures not only ensured the safety of the caravan, but also greatly promoted the economic development and cultural exchanges in this desert area, bringing new vitality to this ancient and mysterious land. And all this started at that decisive moment - Jinzhe proposed to send a guard team, and won the trust and support of the caravan leader with practical actions, and jointly started this journey full of hope and challenges. Jinzhe's foresight gradually showed its far-reaching influence. The safety and prosperity of the caravan led to the rise of surrounding towns. Hawkers, craftsmen, and scholars gathered here, forming a lively market. These markets are not only places for commodity exchange, but also bridges for cultural exchange and knowledge dissemination. The languages, customs, and beliefs of different ethnic groups collide and merge here, giving birth to a unique cultural landscape.

In the long-term cooperation, the members of the caravan not only accumulated rich wealth, but more importantly, established deep friendships. Whenever night falls, people will sit around the campfire in circles, sharing their stories, dreams and visions of the future. Under the guidance of the older generation, the younger generation learns business methods, survival wisdom, and how to maintain perseverance in adversity. This tradition passed down by word of mouth allows the spirit and culture of the caravan to continue and develop.

In addition, Jinzhe also advocated the establishment of an education fund to help children in desert areas receive education, opening the door to a wider world for them. As a result, many children have been able to leave the desert and become doctors, teachers, and engineers, using their knowledge to give back to their hometowns, further promoting the modernization process of this region.

This journey, from the initial challenge of survival, gradually evolved into a magnificent epic of trust, cooperation and common development. The story of Jinzhe and the caravan has become a good story to inspire those who came after him, proving that moving forward hand in hand in adversity can create miracles beyond imagination. The desert, once regarded as a forbidden zone for life, is now a fertile land full of hope and dreams, witnessing the great victory of human wisdom and the power of unity.

Jin Zhe finally obtained several pairs of camels, but how to breed them became a big problem.

Jin Zhe found Hua Xin again and asked about the technology and experience of camel breeding.

Hua Xin found a well-known local animal husbandry expert who not only had rich theoretical knowledge but also valuable practical experience. He patiently explained to Jinzhe the dietary habits, disease prevention and suitable living environment of camels, and shared his breeding skills accumulated over the years, from how to select strong camels to how to reasonably arrange the time for grazing and enclosure, all of which were meticulous.

With Jinzhe's humble advice and Hua Xin's selfless help, the number of camels gradually increased, and each camel became fat and strong, becoming the most reliable transportation force in the caravan. Jinzhe realized that the power of knowledge is infinite, it can not only change the fate of an individual, but also bring earth-shaking changes to the entire community. So he decided to pass on this advanced knowledge and technology from the outside world to more villagers, to help them get rid of poverty and move towards prosperity together.

He organized a series of lectures and training courses, inviting Hua Xin and other experts to give lectures, covering agricultural planting, animal husbandry, water resource management and other aspects. The villagers' enthusiasm for learning was unprecedentedly high, and they said that they had never thought that they could master so many practical skills, and these skills were the key to their escape from difficulties and achieve self-development.

As time goes by, the socio-economic outlook of the entire region has been completely renewed. Not only has agricultural production efficiency been greatly improved, animal husbandry has also flourished, and people's living standards have improved significantly. More importantly, this model based on knowledge sharing and cooperative development has inspired the villagers' yearning and pursuit for a better life, and has set an example for them to be self-reliant and work hard to get rich. Jin Zhe and his caravan, as well as those experts who once silently dedicated themselves, have jointly written a legendary chapter of changing their destiny with knowledge and giving back to their hometown with development.

The breeding of camels takes a long time, but the opening of trade routes requires Jinzhe to act now.

If he doesn't make some achievements in the next two years, he will never be able to return to Luoyang.

Hua Xin suggested, "Your Highness, why don't you send envoys to the Western Regions to have them send caravans to and from the Western Regions? Wouldn't that be great?"

Jin Zhe shook his head, looked into the distance with deep eyes, and said: "Although this can save a lot of energy, it is not a long-term solution. If we only rely on others, we will be like parasitic grass, which cannot survive without the host. I have made up my mind to lead the caravan myself and take a trip on this Silk Road. Not only to bring our goods to distant places, but also to spread our culture and spirit, so that the world knows that although we are small, we have an unyielding will and a heart of self-reliance."

"Furthermore," Jin Zhe continued, "only by going there in person can we truly understand the difficulties and obstacles on the road, formulate a more reasonable trade route plan based on the actual situation, and establish more solid trust and friendship with the tribes and countries along the way. This is not just a trade exchange, but also a cultural exchange and integration, and it is a bridge connecting us with the outside world."

Upon hearing this, Hua Xin's eyes flashed with admiration, and he nodded in agreement, saying, "Your Highness is far-sighted, and I am short-sighted. In this case, I am willing to fully assist Your Highness in preparing all the materials and manpower needed for this long journey to ensure that the caravan can set off smoothly and return safely."

Jin Zhe smiled and patted Hua Xin's shoulder, saying, "I feel relieved with you here. I'll leave this matter to you. At the same time, you must strengthen the defense of the village to prevent any villains from taking the opportunity to cause trouble while I'm away. We must not only develop the economy, but also protect this hard-won peaceful place."

Therefore, Jin Zhe began to prepare for his journey to the west, and the villagers, inspired by him, actively participated in various production activities, and the whole village was thriving. Jin Zhe knew that the journey would be full of unknowns and challenges, but he believed that as long as there was a dream in their hearts, there would be a way under their feet, and they would be able to create a more brilliant future with their own hands.

In order to ensure the safety of the village, Jinzhe carefully arranged fortifications, not only strengthened the guard at the entrance of the village, but also organized villagers to conduct multiple night patrols and emergency drills to improve everyone's vigilance and response capabilities. He also specially invited several respected elders nearby as consultants, whose rich experience and wisdom added another layer of protection to the safety of the village.

At the same time, Jin Zhe did not forget to improve the villagers' cultural literacy and quality of life. He advocated the establishment of simple libraries and literacy classes, encouraging children and adults to use their spare time to study, equip their minds with knowledge, and broaden their horizons. At night, the open space in the center of the village is often brightly lit, and the villagers sit together, listening to Jin Zhe's wonderful stories about the outside world, or sharing their own work experiences. The air is filled with warmth and hope.

Jin Zhe's westward journey was also proceeding in an orderly manner. He carefully studied the map, planned the safest route, and prepared a series of emergency supplies and medicines in case of emergency. (End of this chapter)