The World Online

Gaia 3rd year, 1st month, 1st day, afternoon, Nanjiang Governor-General Manor.

Ouyang Shuo, the newly appointed Nanyang Navy Commander-in-Chief Zheng He, and the Military Affairs director Du Ruhui, who returned from Mulan Stronghold, held a meeting in Ouyang Shuo’s reading room.

They naturally discussed the voyager plan that Ouyang Shuo had wanted to enact.

In the 1st half of the 3rd year, the territory would focus on internal affairs to form a solid foundation. They would not launch wars against their enemies for now.

During this period of time, Zhang Yi’s Honglu Temple would have a chance to show off their skills.

As for Ouyang Shuo, he would turn his eyes toward the boundless oceans.

Before this, the voyager plan was all just a dream.

After obtaining the Ming Dynasty Firearm Making Technical Manual, the seafaring buff, and Zheng He, this plan could finally come into fruition.

Ouyang Shuo wanted to use this chance to extend his lead in the Chinese region. He wanted to make it so that even Di Chen and the others could not catch up. Even if they exchange all their achievement values for gold, they would still fail to surpass Shanhai City.

Zheng He had headed down the atlantic in history, but he only managed to reach Africa. However, Ouyang Shuo had turned his eyes to Europe’s England.

Ouyang Shuo wanted to complete a ground breaking trade there.

One had to say that Ouyang Shuo’s thoughts were exceedingly crazy. Even Zheng He felt his blood boil, and his loyalty stat rose by 10 points.

The sea was Zheng He’s calling.

Ouyang Shuo only raised the idea. As for the specific plans and preparations, Zheng He would lead the matter and the Military Affairs Department would help him out.

As such, they needed Zheng He and Du Ruhui to work with one another.

Du Ruhui would pass the army organizational matters to Deputy Director Zhao Kuo. Following which, his job was to help Zheng He complete his legendary plan.

The three of them discussed the matter till deep into the night before ending the meeting.

The next day, under the accompaniment of Du Ruhui, Zheng He left Shanhai City.

He was heading toward the bases of the three squadrons to plan the voyager project and to start the early preparation work.

Voyaging, especially long distance ones, were never easy.

From the building of the warships, to the recruitment and training of the sailors, to the preparation of men and resources, and the formation of the expedition squadron; every single one of these tasks were not completed in a day.

However, since winter neared, they needed to set off as early as possible.

China was next to the ocean, so the northeast monsoon would sweep them toward the Indian Ocean. If they missed this opportunity, they would most definitely fail to make the trip.

Hence, before the invention of the steam engine, long distance voyaging adhered to extremely strict timings.

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At the same time, Ouyang Shuo brought one hundred thousand gold and headed toward Jingdou with his guards.

The Shadow Guards of the Shanhai Guards had already gained some control in Jingdou. Commander Cui Tianqi had personally visited Jingdou to ensure Ouyang Shuo’s safety.

It was obvious that none of them wanted another assassination attempt to occur.

Meanwhile, Song Jia would remain in Shanhai City to prepare for their wedding.

Ouyang Shuo’s position was special, so his wedding was naturally different from a normal commoner’s. As a result, the preparations were aplenty and highly complicated.

For this, they even had to set up a Wedding Preparation Division.

Jiang Shang personally took charge, acting as its secretary.

As for the specific tasks, the Culture Division under the Science, Education, Culture, and Health department would take charge.

Jiang Shang controlled the processes of the entire wedding, while the Culture Secretary Xu Shuda left no stone unturned.

The Financial Department was also exceedingly generous, providing one hundred thousand gold to prepare for the wedding.

The day was set on the 2nd day of the Chinese New Year, the 4th day of the 2nd month.

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His use of the Silver Prayer House had cost him one hundred thousand gold. Helplessly, to not cause any more of a burden on the Financial Department, Ouyang Shuo had to reduce his auction funds.

One hundred thousand gold, Ouyang Shuo truly could not imagine if this amount would have any use.

Even so, he still needed to go.

This auction would be massive, so Ouyang Shuo definitely would not miss it.

Jingdou, prosperous as usual.

The only difference was a sort of scent of royalty and power that grew thicker and thicker in the city.

The information piece had slowly started to affect the atmosphere of the imperial city.

On the forums, there were already players who were claiming to have received relevant quests. Who knows whether those claims were true or false.

In contrast to the usual times, due to the removal of the Super Auction Platform, the players lacked an outlet for all the random items they received through quests and adventures.

Their intelligence was boundless. Some of the smart ones had even opened stalls in front of the auction house.

Looking out, stalls filled the entire middle street, and the sounds of people hawking their items could be heard.

During the times of the Super Auction Platform, such scenes were rarely seen.

As Ouyang Shuo walked down the street under the protection of his guards, he was reminded of his last life. During those times, he had also walked down the stall-covered streets.

At that time, he hoped that he could obtain an expensive equipment to save a little gold.

However, each and every time, he went home disappointed.

Thinking about those times, Ouyang Shuo was filled with emotion.

Ouyang Shuo looked at stall by stall, and he would occasionally shake his head. To the current Ouyang Shuo, how could normal items catch his eyes?

Even in the busy middle street, Ouyang Shuo and his group formed the most eye-catching presence. Hundreds of the strongest personal guards was enough to make the other players give way.

Quickly, there were some players who recognized him.

”It’s the Lianzhou Lord!” Sharp bystander 1.

”It really is him. Is he so bored? To actually stroll the streets and look at stalls like us.” Jealous bystander 2.

”So handsome~~” brainless girl.

The entire street became more excited and bustling because of his appearance.

Ouyang Shuo’s face had an awkward expression.

The Chen Dameng led personal guards were enough to ensure that no one could approach him.

Hence, he could still stroll aimlessly.

However, since his identity was revealed, the sellers all looked at him differently. They picked up their items and promoted them to him desperately.

Everyone knew that he was a big spender.

Woah, no, he was a rich tycoon!