After listening to Fujiwara Jiro’s words, Fujiwara Ichiro, who had been enraged, immediately quieted down.
Upon careful consideration, it seemed things were indeed as he said…
This fellow was a businessman through and through, capable of doing anything to gain profit.
In other words, as long as there was enough profit, he could do anything…
If the Fujiwara family also had 5,000 suits of armor like the ones they had today, if the Fujiwara family’s soldiers could also possess identical Zanma swords, or even those Song dynasty warships, what would it matter if they sold the entire West Sea Island to them?
Once he possessed strong power, he could completely lead the Fujiwara family’s warriors to re-open the family’s lands to the north! Wǔgúo had five provinces and seven circuits, and there were hundreds of provinces like Chikugo under the Ritsuryō system. As long as one had strength, why fear not having territory?
“You are right, anger blinded my eyes…”
After taking several deep breaths, Fujiwara Ichiro finally calmed down and sat down again.
“That’s right, elder brother. As long as the Fujiwara family can rise, anything we do is worth it. I would rather face a scoundrel like this than face true politicians!”
“I understand your intentions. Rest assured, I won’t do anything impulsive anymore!”
Having figured everything out, Fujiwara Ichiro bowed deeply to his brother.
However, neither of them could have imagined that the Feng Yuanbao, who was acting so arrogantly in front of them, was merely a small spokesperson pushed out by this massive force…
In the rear courtyard of the Fujiwara family, led by Feng Yuanbao, even Ping Jiachuan was allocated a dancing girl.
It wasn’t until noon the next day, when the dancing girls, who had slept without bolting their doors, were utterly exhausted, that they were helped away by some servants.
“Can’t you two help me out? My old back…”
Not long after walking out of the room, Feng Yuanbao couldn’t help but rub his lower back.
“My lord, you were truly mighty last night. I heard…”
“Indeed, my lord. I never expected you to be so formidable…”
Hearing Feng Yuanbao’s words, the two guards immediately started to flatter him.
“Stop the crap and finish up here quickly so they hand over the money and valuables! The leather armor on our ship will make the cabins uninhabitable if we keep it any longer!”
“Yes!”
Upon hearing him mention serious business, the two guards dared not linger and immediately stepped forward to support Feng Yuanbao, leading him back towards the front courtyard.
“Mr. Feng!”
The three had not gone far when Fujiwara Jiro approached with a beaming smile.
“Seeing the smile on your face, I can tell we’re going to have a pleasant talk today!”
As soon as Fujiwara Jiro greeted him, Feng Yuanbao immediately changed the subject with a smile.
“I also hope our cooperation can be pleasant!”
Hearing him say this, Fujiwara Jiro paused for a moment before making an inviting gesture.
With yesterday’s events as a buffer, both sides were psychologically prepared, and the subsequent negotiations naturally proceeded smoothly.
After a period of bargaining, it was five days later that Feng Yuanbao, having lost half his body weight, returned to the ship with the signed alliance, completely satisfied.
“Sir, this is the alliance we signed with the Fujiwara family!”
Upon returning to the ship, Feng Yuanbao eagerly presented the alliance in his hand to Yuan Xingchi as if offering a treasure.
“You did well with this. You will be greatly rewarded after the mission is accomplished!”
Glancing at the contents of the alliance, Yuan Xingchi nodded with satisfaction. As expected, such matters should be handled by such extortionate villains.
“Sir, when do we go ashore?”
Seeing Yuan Xingchi nod, Feng Yuanbao quickly inquired again.
“No rush. First, spread the news that the Fujiwara family and we have reached an agreement. Once they fall into complete chaos and the Fujiwara family has no way back, then we will proceed!”
“Many of the prisoners we captured on the ship have wounds that are starting to get infected. I’m afraid if we delay…”
“Tell the soldiers below to fetch more seawater every day and wash their wounds properly. As for those who cannot be saved, just throw them into the sea!”
After a brief pause, Yuan Xingchi said with a cold smile.
“Sir, I actually have an idea. What if we sell the critically injured and dying back to their masters?”
“Sell them back?”
Hearing him say this, Yuan Xingchi looked at Feng Yuanbao as if he were a monster.
This guy really dared to think of any method…
“It can be done, but how to sell them is something we need to consider carefully…”
After a deep look at him, Yuan Xingchi said with a strange expression.
“Sir, the idea is ready. I’ve already thought of it and am waiting for your approval!”
“What is the plan?”
“In fact, this matter is very simple. We just need to make this public, the more people who know, the better. Then, no matter what price we offer, they will have to buy it, dare not not buy it, cannot not buy it!”
Hearing him say this, Yuan Xingchi suddenly realized that when it came to business, one should listen to such profiteers!
Indeed, if this matter were truly blown up, then the Japanese would have no choice but to buy it!
If they were reluctant to spend even a little money, what would happen to their morale?
“Then let them exchange it for grain. You can decide the specific amount based on the situation!”
After a brief pause, Yuan Xingchi immediately made up his mind.
“Sir, why grain? We have plenty of grain. At this time, doesn’t the lord need gold and silver treasures…”
Although their division of labor was very clear before coming here, with Yuan Xingchi responsible for overall planning and him only responsible for business matters, he couldn’t help but ask when it came to money.
“Don’t you understand? We want this entire island, not just a city or a territory. No matter who gets gold and silver, they can’t eat it. As long as this land is ours, everything on it is ours! Without grain, how can they contend with us?”
“Sir, you truly have profound insight. I was foolish…”
After listening to Yuan Xingchi’s explanation, Feng Yuanbao finally came to his senses. He was no longer an ordinary merchant. He used to trade goods and make profits from price differences. Now, what he was trading was a country…