Royal Gold Medal County Magistrate

Dabu Huo Harbor

The seawater was slightly turbid, and a giant ocean-going ship was slowly advancing on the turbulent sea.

Captain Zheng Hui stood on the bow, holding a telescope and looking towards the harbor in the distance. Although the sea was wide, he could only vaguely see a point resembling a lighthouse due to the distance.

Standing beside him were Lai Gou'er, two foreign youngsters, Kale Mi, and a group of sailors.

When the group set sail, their skin could be considered 'fair and tender,' but now their faces were rough and unsightly.

The long hours of scorching sun and sea breeze had clearly taken a toll on them.

They had encountered storms and detours, but the journey had been fruitful!

They had passed through dozens of countries, established countless diplomatic relations, and gained extremely rich rewards. Even many brand-new folk customs had been recorded in detail.

The Da Jing goods they had brought with them had mostly been exchanged for gold and silver, piled up in the ship's hold.

Whenever the soldiers missed home, Zheng Hui would show them the abundant harvest to comfort his men.

At this moment, many people were holding telescopes and observing.

Zheng Hui lowered his telescope and looked at Xiaoshuai, confirming again: "Have we really reached the country of Feika?"

Xiaoshuai nodded seriously: "Absolutely right, this is my home, I know the environment here very well."

Kale Mi held out his hand and said: "Look at that lighthouse, this place is called Dabu Huo Harbor."

The two of them had a look of nostalgia. Although they hoped to stay in Da Jing, this was, after all, their hometown, and their relatives and friends were here.

Along the way, because Fang Zheng had told them that they were very important, the accompanying crew did not dare to neglect them and took good care of them, even causing them to gain a lot of weight.

After a long time of getting along, the two of them spoke and used language almost identically to the people of Jing Country.

Now that they had successfully helped Da Jing reach the West, and after dealing with their family affairs, they should be able to return home smoothly.

Thinking that they had been officially appointed as Embroidered Uniform Guards, the two of them couldn't help but feel a little excited.

Not to mention the salary back home, even helping the people of the capital report stolen bicycles would be a huge profit!

Zheng Hui smiled when he saw this: "Missing home?"

The two nodded: "A little, but I hope that after dealing with things here, we can return to Da Jing as soon as possible."

Zheng Hui said in surprise: "Are you really determined to stay in Da Jing? Is the country of Feika really that bad?"

Xiaoshuai said: "It's not too bad, but Feika is too small and dirty, far inferior to even a single province of Da Jing. Da Jing has good food, and the women are clean, but it's just too conservative. The women there are very flirtatious, Master Zheng, how about I treat you to some relaxation?"

Zheng Hui said disdainfully: "You are making a rash judgment because you don't understand my Da Jing! Women should have the beauty of reserve, do you understand? If you want to find women, find them yourselves. My brothers on this ship still have tasks to perform. After all, this is unfamiliar territory, so it is not suitable to indulge."

Xiaoshuai smiled awkwardly: "Reserve? I don't understand that. I just know that in the end, they all have to get flirty."

The rogue nature of these two foreigners was becoming more and more exposed!

Zheng Hui said helplessly: "Let's talk about serious business. Since we haven't been back for so long, the situation is unclear. After you and Kale Mi disembark, split up. You collect some information about the people and local specialties from the people, and Kale Mi will go with me to see your emperor. You should go back and prepare first."

The two clasped their fists at the same time: "Yes, sir."

After the two entered the cabin, Lai Gou'er said: "Brother Zheng, do we still have to go deep inland for exploration here?"

As Zheng Hui's capable deputy, Lai Gou'er had long been addressed as a brother after spending a long time together.

Zheng Hui shook his head: "No need. This time, we took too many detours and wasted too much time. The longer the time drags on, the more likely it is that changes will occur. The exploration mission we are carrying has been completed, and we should return home as soon as possible after establishing diplomatic relations."

Lai Gou'er said somewhat: "Finally going home, pity those brothers of ours who died overseas..."

Hearing this, Zheng Hui also felt a little sad.

Along the way, there had been natural disasters and man-made disasters, and the dispatched fleet had also suffered serious losses.

However, returning home already knew the route, so it was much smoother.

It's just a pity that those martyred soldiers will never have the chance to enjoy earthly blessings...

Zheng Hui took a few deep breaths and mustered a smile: "The greatest hardship has passed!"

"The abundance of our harvest this time will surely shock the imperial court, and by then, every one of our brothers will be rich and noble people!"

Lai Gou'er smiled, opened his arms, and greeted the sea breeze: "That's right! Rich and noble!"

"I have benefited a lot from this trip. I didn't expect there to be so many countries and so many customs in the world. It's really dazzling and eye-opening. The sea is an inexhaustible treasure!"

Zheng Hui said: "There are so many countries in the world, but which one can compare to my Da Jing in terms of strength? I only feel that those barbarians are uncivilized, but the money is real. When the barbarians see the products of my Da Jing, which one doesn't flock to them?"

Lai Gou'er smiled dumbly: "I don't think so. Brother Zheng, do you know what I did before?"

"Oh? I've never heard you mention it," Zheng Hui said curiously.

"I was a beggar, a complete beggar! It wasn't until I met my brother Fang Zheng that he taught me to be diligent and motivated that I am where I am today."

"I know that I am low in the dust, so I can only try my best to learn, see all my shortcomings, see all the advantages of others, and improve day by day, so that I can have today's insignificant achievements."

"I think the same is true between countries. The merits of those overseas countries may be more valuable than gold and silver."

"What's more, the world is so big, there are still too many things we haven't explored."

A look of shock flashed in Zheng Hui's eyes.

A beggar, Lai Gou'er was actually a beggar before. It seems that he and Fang Zheng only met by chance...

Along the way, Lai Gou'er did not change his initial diligence when he entered the navy, and kept absorbing like a dry sponge.

Even every time he went to a place, he personally went deep into strange countries to understand the local culture and customs.

It was visible to the naked eye that he became stronger and more confident day by day. I am afraid that his current skills and knowledge have already surpassed him.

A beggar, of course, Fang Zheng changed some of his destiny because he knew Fang Zheng, but it is obvious that he was able to have today's achievements by relying on his personal hard work, and he still maintains a humble attitude and is still learning like crazy.

Based on this alone, it is enough to shame the scholars of the world...

Zheng Hui admired: "Gou'er, no matter what your background is, you are a born general, and your future achievements will definitely be far above me."

"Brother Zheng, I learned all my skills from you, it's still far away. We're about to dock, I'll let the people below prepare first."

"Go ahead!"

After Lai Gou'er left, a sailor who was clinging to the bow approached Zheng Hui.

With a flattering look between his eyebrows: "Master Zheng, can the brothers disembark..."

"What?" Zheng Hui frowned slightly, knowing that this subordinate had no good intentions just by looking at his face.

"Can you play something slutty..."

Zheng Hui was furious: "Damn it! The business hasn't been finished yet, and you're thinking about this every day!"

"I can't cure the foreigners, but I can't cure you?"

"Get out and work! !"