In the fifth year of Zhongping, February 23rd, it was cloudy.

Shangjun, Prefecture Mufu.

After reading Zhang Cheng’s letter, Liu Bei was not intimidated by the terrifying prospects described by the other party.

Although I don’t know whether Cai Mao will be beheaded by Boss Cao in this life, he really has a background in shipping and navy.

It’s easy to get your neck stuck, but what happens next?

As long as you spend money and put in effort, you will find craftsmen who build sea-going ships sooner or later.

Blocking, in most cases, will only be counterproductive.

Secondly, is exclusive monopoly really good?

Without comparison and competition, will SF Express become corrupt, degenerate and bureaucratic in the future?

Compared with an open and enterprising mentality, interests are not the most important thing, not to mention that the sea area is so wide that ten SF Express numbers are not enough.

Then, let this arctic catfish from the Cai family come and learn from me, and let Zhang Cheng stay alert at all times, just like Zhen Ji Teahouse.

People are forced out!

It's a good time to see if this navy commander who gave Soochow a headache is worthy of his name?

Write the reply and send it.

Well, next time, go back to the backyard and continue to develop the treasure concubine.

After the New Year, Mi Ying turned sixteen.

One day in the first month of the lunar month, the Marquis, who was drunk and had a clear mind and a strong mind, and was cowardly and timid, hey, hey hey, hey hey hey!

I walked briskly into the backyard, teased little Liu Chan, and then told my baby daughter Liu Yifei a story about Mickey Mouse and a candy-eating duck. I performed two little magic tricks, kissed my wife on the forehead, and finally got free.<

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The lady, who was slightly sour in her heart, heard a sound of "Bang!" before the sour taste could dissipate.

With one touch of your hand, you will always hit the mark.

"You feel uncomfortable if you don't go shopping for a day, right?"

The colorful glass cup was broken into several petals.

The culprit is the eldest daughter of the Hou family whose ears were pinched by her mother because the cat disliked the dog.

"Woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo of of of of of of use..."

It's a pity that at this moment, the savior of the Hou Mansion was distracted in Mi Ying's boudoir and didn't hear him at all.

Seeing the two beautiful concubines with very different styles living together in the same room, the Marquis' heart was like boiling water, bubbling constantly.

Do you want to try being fucked once?

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Zhang Cheng was dumbfounded when he received his lord's reply.

I'm off!

All those one hundred and eight pieces of paper about feelings were written in vain?

I deliberately refused to execute it, but thinking about the power, status and wealth, I could only hold my nose and invite Cao Ang and Cai Mao.

"My lord has agreed. If necessary, SF Express will fully cooperate."

Cai Mao, who hurried to Kuaiji, was shocked.

It's good now, there's no need to steal the teacher.

However, pizza will not fall from the sky, and there will be monsters when things go wrong.

"Mr. Xuande has such a broad mind that he can handle even the most difficult situations! I wonder if there is anything we can do for you?"

Cao Ang never expected that he would have the answer in half a month.

In other words, Shangjun made a decision on the same day after receiving the letter, which was really cool!

Zhang Cheng smiled slightly and asked, "Since Degui mentioned it, I have a question I would like to ask."

"But it's okay to say it. Tell me everything you know."

"I wonder how many ships Degui wants to build? Do we have all the materials? Is there a lack of funds?"

Cai Mao showed a subtle surprise and looked at Cao Ang.

During this period, they also roughly calculated that if they wanted to keep up with the SF Express, they would have to acquire at least six sea-going ships first, and then catch up bit by bit.

In this way, at least 600,000 taels of silver had to be invested. Cao Cao could barely squeeze out 100,000. Cai Mao sold iron for 200,000 and tried to get 100,000 by pulling people's heads, but he was still short of 200,000.

Cao Ang thought for a while, even if he concealed it now, the other party would be able to roughly calculate it after looking at the materials after the construction started.

"To be honest with Director Zhang, there is still a shortage of 200,000 taels of silver for the first batch of six sea-going ships to be built."

The SF Express has been making good money recently, so Zhang Cheng said: "If you don't mind, you can borrow these two hundred thousand taels from Huitong Bank at an annual interest rate of 30%."

Cai Mao's eyes widened.

"Thirty percent? Annual interest?"

These days, the monthly interest rate on private loans exceeds 10%, and the annual interest rate of 30% is almost the same as giving it away.

Zhang Cheng laughed and said: "What? Degui doesn't believe me?"

"Where!"

Cai Mao was a little embarrassed and said: "It's really unexpected. If so, I borrowed it."

As a result, it is impossible for Cai Mao to take advantage of it alone.

The Cao and Cai families each borrowed 100,000 taels of silver, using three water tanks, shipbuilding materials and future ships as collateral, and paid back 260,000 taels of silver with interest at the end of the year.

After the three parties signed the loan agreement, Zhang Cheng took the two of them to observe the sailors camp.

Because the camp was strictly guarded, Cao Ang and Cai Mao entered it for the first time, and naturally it was Grandma Liu who entered the Grand View Garden.

Boarding the training ship, I looked around from the deck to the wheelhouse, to the paddle wheel control room, and to the watertight cabin.

Finally, Cao Ang pointed to a raised semi-circular platform on the front deck and asked: "Director Zhang, is this?"

Zhang Cheng smiled meaningfully and said, "Multi-purpose workbench."

Openness does not mean no reservations, Mr. Hou is not stupid.

Cao Ang and Cai Mao also knew it well. Looking down at the sea, people's heads were floating, it was very spectacular.

But I saw Director Zhang taking off his clothes, leaping high from the deck, turning around and flipping for two and a half times before falling straight into the water.

The difficulty coefficient is 207c, and the water splashing technique is extremely good.

The two referees Cao and Cai unanimously gave a high score of 98.

Cao Ang felt hot and wanted to take off his clothes and get into the water. Cai Mao quickly grabbed the sunshine guy who didn't understand anything.

Remind him: It’s only March now. If you don’t practice and adapt every day, you will get cramps.

Two-quarters of an hour later, Zhang Cheng jumped ashore in a steaming heat, wiping away the water and putting on his robe.

"Master Cao, Brother Degui, don't be surprised. The military doctor said that swimming once a day is good for your physical and mental health."

Cai Mao's heart moved and he asked: "Director Zhang, I have a gracious request. My sailors would also like to ask your instructor for some advice. Can you?"

Zhang Cheng had expected this a long time ago, which is why he brought them here.

"Why not? Just pay a fee per head. I asked the finance department later and gave Brother Degui an accurate figure."

Cao Ang and Cai Mao were overjoyed.

The SF Express has a formal atmosphere. This is what we call sailors. My original grass team is completely incapable of seeing it.

Besides, I’ve been traveling by sea for half a year, so just giving me some pointers can save a lot of time and energy.

Mr. Xuande is truly an open and bright man!

The next day, Cao and Cai received a quote: the training period would be three months, each student would pay 30,000 yuan, and they must strictly abide by relevant regulations after entering the camp.

The two of them knew that based on what they saw and heard yesterday, the price was absolutely fair.

Cao Ang and Cai Mao rushed back that day, hoping to implement it as soon as possible.

Every night, the SF Express will run further.

On March 15th, Cai Mao returned to his mansion and held a family meeting.

Not only provide money, but also provide people.

All the children of the Cai family who can go will go to Kuaiji to receive training.

The new world is just around the corner, with endless wealth waiting for its owner. Is the Cai family willing to be left behind?

Cai Zhong was a little worried and asked: "Why did SF Express treat my brother so kindly? Is it possible there was fraud?"

Cai Hedao looked excited and said: "Second brother, won't it be clear after you go and see it?"

Cai Mao immediately made a decision, and his third brother Cai He led the family children to Kuaiji.

The second brother Cai Zhong is too conservative, lacks self-confidence, and is not suitable for business. He just spends some money to donate his spare time, which is regarded as early retirement.

The third brother Cai He is willing to accept new things and dares to take risks. Only with this kind of character can he have a chance to succeed.

Because, for real businessmen, business opportunities are more important than life.

There is another realization during the trip to Kuaiji.

When the government and the public are in chaos, without the support of powerful people in the military and political circles, the richer the businessmen are, the more dangerous they will be.

Therefore, Cai Mao decided to take a further step with the Cao family.

Early April, Hanzhong, County Sheriff's Mansion.

Cai Mao married his younger sister to Cao Cao as his concubine, establishing a marriage between the two families.

At this time, Zhang Lu was the governor of Shu County. Due to the fierce competition for the court, Yizhou Mu was still pending.

After secretly discussing with Cao Cao and getting approval, Cai Mao rushed to the east capital.

Not long ago, the general recommended him, the emperor approved, and the imperial court issued a decree to promote Liu Biao to the position of Yizhou Shepherd.

Under Cai Mao's operation, many sages from Jingzhou, including the Kuai family and the downtrodden Zhuge family, came to Yizhou to occupy key positions.

The news that Liu Jingsheng, one of the Eight Horsemen, took charge of the military and political affairs of Yizhou reached Zhang Lu's ears.

After learning that Cao Cao "happily agreed", Zhang Lu had a great enlightenment.
Chapter completed!