Zhao Xi was not worried about the navy's expedition because he had gone to Dengzhou to watch the combat drills of naval warships.
Judging from Zhao Xi's later generations' perspective, he does not believe that there are any opponents to the Song Navy in this era.
The warship was equipped with launchers and trebuchets that could fire gunpowder bombs, and the cabin was densely packed with two or three layers of shooting holes.
The crossbow on the warship is equipped with rockets and gasoline bombs...~
Every sailor, including those soldiers who are responsible for shooting, has the skills to join a gang and fight in close combat.
Such a navy is absolutely invincible in this era. He doesn't need to worry about it anymore.
What Zhao Xi needs to worry about is his fourth son...
"Daddy..."
Since returning from his first trip to the sea, although the fourth prince kept coming to the palace to pay his respects, he never saw his father once. He did not dare to act coquettishly with his empress at most.
He set out in high spirits, went around the East China Sea, and returned home at the cost of hundreds of lives. This was because it was not an act of the imperial court. Otherwise, the princes and nobles above his head would probably not be able to retain him, let alone his ministers.
He, an official father, would not allow such a situation.
This is not the early years, it is now the Zhenghe Year. Since the Zhenghe Year, the country has never suffered a defeat, only he...
"Sit down and tell me, what are the rules for going to sea again this time?"
"Dad, when I go to sea this time, I will definitely lead all the soldiers to show off the power of the Song Dynasty. I swear I will not return it if I don't take advantage of it!"
As for the regulations, the fourth prince really didn't have one. He felt that there was no need for a constitution. If the equipment and soldiers' quality were like this for the first time, there would be no defeat.
Zhao Xi looked at these four sons... Alas, they really have great ambitions but few talents.
"Do you think that with this kind of armament, you will be able to capture Liuqiu the first time? Let me tell you, you will also be defeated!"
"Daddy... the child knows his crime."
Seeing that his father's tone was wrong, the fourth prince did not dare to argue, so he could only admit his guilt first.
"Don't you think you take it seriously? Although I'm not familiar with naval battles, but taking your first trip to sea as an example, after encountering a small group of pirates, have you ever had any thoughts on how to deal with the change?"
"I have read your combat report in detail. The first time I encountered only three or five pirates on sea ships... In this situation, have you ever thought that this is just an outpost, just a reconnaissance force? Have you ever thought that there will be
Follow-up battle?”
"After encountering the pirates' forward, what should be done? I learned that Wen Liangchen once suggested retreating to the sea... If it is an act of the imperial court, a coach like you, even if I have a million lions,
It’s not enough for you to go through such trouble!”
If he was really the head coach of the imperial court, even Zhao Xi would chop off his head without hesitation if he was defeated this time! If Wen Liangchen hadn't been so alert, maybe five thousand people would be buried in the belly of a fish.
With this little ability, do you still dare to get involved in the throne?
"Dad, the child knows his fault..."
The fourth prince still dared to sit down, so he just knelt down. His father had already understood the details, and he had no way to argue. When encountering a small group of pirates, Wen Liangchen did suggest sending out a scout ship to investigate, because he considered that his own ship was invincible
, and finally fell into heavy siege.
"Get up... You intend to explore the East China Sea. I cannot dampen your ambition and allow you to do so."
To be honest, in Zhao Xi's heart, the fourth son's talents are only suitable for being a King of Peace. He has the idea of expanding the territory, but it is a pity that he has more than enough ambition but not enough power.
The reason why Zhao Xi let him go was, firstly, because the warships of the current imperial dynasty were equipped enough to sweep across the ocean, and even if they were defeated, they had the strength to escape back to their homeland.
Two and one, in Zhao Xi's opinion, the fourth son is so thoughtful but has no ability. He doesn't know it. The result of staying in the court will only increase the variables of the inheritance of Datong... Because of this
People are very good at mixing things up.
"The good minister Xuan Wen comes in..."
Regarding the idea of this part of the team going overseas, Zhao Xi simply told the fourth son that he might not be able to do it, or that nothing would be accomplished because of his leadership.
"You also know that the duty of the navy of the country is first to escort the maritime trade of the country, and secondly to explore the maritime trade routes. In addition, it needs to investigate the customs and customs of each dynasty in maritime trade. In other words, the purpose of the navy going to sea is to
Shocking.”
"Even if the navy escorts against pirates, it will only be an encounter and cannot be a battle of annihilation. Such a result cannot fundamentally eliminate pirates, or it is impossible to eliminate pirates."
"Your mission to go to sea is to supplement the navy, or to do things that the navy cannot care about. Wen Liangchen, I have given you a decree that all operations at sea will be led by you."
Zhao Xi ignored the confusion in the fourth prince's eyes.
"When I return to my official home, I will fulfill my mission!"
"Okay! When you go to sea, you will not be in the military status of the country. As for what status you are, whether it is a merchant or a pirate, it will vary according to the time."
"Your strategic goal is to clean up as many islands as possible in the East China Sea and ensure that there are no places harboring dirt and evil in the sea to the east of our country."
"After the clearance of the islands is completed, the relationship between the entire Higashiide Islands must be established to form a response and connection between all islands, and try to integrate the islands to form a complete island defense line."
"The richness of the island's products is beyond your imagination. This time I will send an exploration team from Workshop City to accompany you."
“My vision is to establish effective connections between the coastal states of China and North Korea and the many islands in the East China Sea, and also establish effective connections between many islands, and establish supply points on all islands in the East China Sea, eventually forming a chain of islands.
Warship patrol..."
"Zhongzheng, ask the secretary supervisor to notify the cabinet of this record."
Zhao Xi was waiting for Sizi and Wen Liangchen to digest these contents.
Zhao Xi has always had this idea. He just tried not to show his ambition until the country regained Yanyun.
"In the official family, does it mean that when ministers go to sea, they will no longer have any connection with the imperial court in name?"
"Well, continue." This Wen Liangchen has some knowledge. It seems that you were recommended by many generals in the old guard camp, and it was not without reason.
"When I go to sea, can I recruit pirates according to the situation? With five thousand soldiers, it is difficult to complete the defense of the entire island company..."
"Yes, I grant you the right to act expediently. One thing you must remember is that when the imperial court regains control of Yanyun, it will be the day you regain your status."
"After going to sea, the Imperial City Division will keep the channels open to ensure that you will not fall into despair."
At this time, the fourth prince seemed to be a bystander...
The fourth prince was a little confused. Since his father had given him permission to explore the sea, it seemed that he had given the initiative to go to sea to Wen Liangchen...
The fourth prince couldn't figure out what else was there, so he could only listen for the time being.