The Proof of the Heavens Begins with The Legend of the Condor Heroes

Chapter 67 Zhoushan Islands
Zhoushan Island, East China Sea
Hong Qigong and his party followed the ship of the Dajiang League, went downstream and arrived at the East China Sea.

What we saw before us were more than thirty large sea vessels, each ten feet long, returning from afar.

On the ship, countless disciples of the Dajiang League were like ants, going up and down, carrying pearls, corals, sandalwood, ivory, gems and other items obtained from the maritime trade to the dock.

These goods will be sold to the Jin Kingdom, Southern Song Dynasty and other places in the Central Plains through shops and markets opened along both sides of the Yangtze River in the Dajiang League.

The huge profits obtained will be further used by Fang Hao to expand the power of the Dajiang Alliance.

Therefore, in just half a year, the number of gang members of the Dajiang League quickly expanded to 50,000, of which more than 10,000 were capable of fighting, and there were also 2,000 elite soldiers trained with "Wu Mu's Testament".

The power of the Dajiang Alliance grew rapidly like a snowball at an astonishing speed.

It seems quite low-key in the Central Plains, but on the sea, it is already a well-deserved overlord.

"This is the first time I've seen such a sight, and I was deeply shocked." Ke Pixie said, "I heard from Captain Lu that Alliance Leader Fang not only wants to expand the port, but also build residential buildings, schools, clinics, and markets so that the elderly can be taken care of and the young can be educated. It's not without reason that Zhoushan Island, an isolated place overseas, has attracted many coastal fishermen to join over the years."

Fang Hao wants to change the world, and that is certainly not just empty talk, nor is he a person who is overly ambitious.

Therefore, as early as when he first established the Dajiang League, he started his farming plan by trying his hand on several islands near Taohua Island.

Relying on the wealth gained from trade with Goryeo, Japan, Ryukyu, Annan and other countries, they carried out frantic infrastructure construction and increased the population by recruiting refugees from the southeast coast and war-torn areas.

The population of Zhoushan Archipelago has increased from 60,000 to 100,000, and the population is expected to continue to grow.

Although Zhoushan area was brought under the jurisdiction of the imperial court during the Northern Song Dynasty and was given the name "Changguo", it has never been taken seriously because of its isolated location overseas.

All the officials in Changguo County Government, from top to bottom, were bribed by Fang Hao.

It can be said that on Zhoushan Island today, Fang Hao’s words are more effective than those of the emperor.

"Are the elderly well cared for and the young well educated?" Hong Qigong seemed to be thinking.

But he didn't know that the reason why Fang Hao was able to establish a rule like a paradise on earth on Zhoushan Island was not only because of the support of funds and population.

Fang Hao's unique martial arts and the geographical advantage of the Zhoushan Islands, which are isolated overseas, are also very important.

The Zhoushan Islands are like a blank sheet of paper. As a pioneer, Fang Hao can make drastic construction.

In contrast, there are too many conflicts of interest in the Central Plains, and the forces of all parties are intertwined. Even if Fang Hao has military power, he may find it difficult to display it.

"Boss Hong, you can change to a boat to Peach Blossom Island here. I won't see you off." Ke Bixie pointed to a boat that was obviously more luxuriously decorated.

Hong Qigong and Li Sheng boarded the boat and came to the bow deck.

Seeing that no one was around, Li Sheng finally couldn't help but say, "Boss, judging from what the leader of the Dajiang League has done, I'm afraid he has big plans!"

"Let's wait and see!" Hong Qigong sighed and said, "This man is really good at governing the local area. Look at the complexion and demeanor of the people coming and going. They are very different from the people in the Central Plains. They are full of energy and positive energy. It is really rare!"

Hong Qigong has traveled far and wide and has a wide range of knowledge. Why do you think the Beggars' Sect had millions of members when it was at its peak?
After all, if everyone has food to eat and clothes to wear, who would be willing to be a beggar?
In today's world, whether it is the Jin Dynasty or the Song Dynasty, who cares about the lives of countless common people!

When a dynasty prospers, the people suffer; when a dynasty perishes, the people suffer! This statement reveals the principle of the operation of dynasties. When Hong Qigong's ship approached the dock, he saw a young man and woman who looked like a fairy couple standing at the dock to greet them. They were Fang Hao and Huang Rong.

"I'm Fang Hao from the Dajiang Alliance, nice to meet Qigong!" Fang Hao gathered his voice into a line, and even though it was blowing in the sea breeze, it was still clearly heard by Hong Qigong and the others.

It can be seen that Fang Hao's attainments in internal strength have reached perfection.

A gleam of light flashed in Hong Qigong's eyes. Although he had already found out that Fang Hao, the leader of the Dajiang Alliance, was only in his early twenties, he was already a martial arts master.

But rumors are not as good as meeting in person. After only a preliminary test, Hong Qigong was sure that the rumors were true!

"Master Fang, you are too polite! It is a great honor for me to be invited by you from afar." Going out to the sea along the Yangtze River, Hong Qigong's horizons were broadened and his words were very sincere.

Hong Qigong's words also fell into the ears of Fang Hao and others without any hindrance, which shows that his internal strength attainments are also not low.

While the two were talking, the boat had already docked. Fang Hao stepped forward to personally welcome Hong Qigong off the boat. Hong Qigong kept saying "no need", but he felt more and more that Fang Hao must have something to ask for.

The group arrived at the green bamboo forest where Fang Hao lived, and sat down as host and guest. During this time, Huang Rong left, and Fang Hao got straight to the point and stated his purpose directly.

He just said, "To be honest, I invited Mr. Qi to Peach Blossom Island for two things."

When Li Sheng heard Fang Hao say that he had something to ask for, or “two things”, he immediately became unhappy.

After all, the Beggars' Sect is the largest gang in the world, and Hong Qigong is one of the five great masters of the world. How can a junior like you order them around?

Li Sheng was about to make some sarcastic remarks about Fang Hao, but was stopped by Qigong. At this time, Hong Qigong had a strange expression on his face, and his nose moved slightly, as if he was sniffing something.

"What...is this smell?" Hong Qigong's eyes lit up.

Fang Hao then remembered that Hong Qigong, as a senior gourmet, had the ability to know the flavors of food by tasting the slightest details. He could name the ingredients of any dish after having eaten it once.

Huang Rong must have cooked personally to entertain Hong Qigong just now. The aroma of the food immediately aroused the appetite of this veteran gourmet.

So Fang Hao responded: "It's my junior sister who is cooking."

"It turned out to be the little girl from before. Just by smelling the scent, I knew her cooking skills were extraordinary." Hong Qi said.

"The little junior sister is the only daughter of our master. She has been fond of studying cooking since she was young. Her cooking skills are not inferior to those of the royal chefs in the palace." Fang Hao commented.

In this timeline, Huang Rong not only has more advanced martial arts than in the original novel, but also has not given up her hobby of cooking, and her skills are considered top-notch in the world.

Hong Qigong could not bear it when he saw this, so he asked Fang Hao to lead him to the kitchen, where he saw Huang Rong processing various ingredients like flowing water.

“Beggar’s Chicken”, “Good Match Soup”, “Whose House is Listening to the Falling Plum Blossoms Playing the Jade Flute”, and “Twenty-Four Bridges on a Moonlit Night” are all top-notch dishes with great color, aroma and taste.

The little girl was so sweet that she made Hong Qigong smile from ear to ear. After eating and drinking, the atmosphere on the field became more harmonious.

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