mtl008 Chapter 401 Special Products of 8ga Island
Chapter 401 Special Products of 8ga Island
As Li Xin recounted his story, Ying Wuyou's impression of pirates gradually shifted from handsome figures to ferocious and terrifying demons. She couldn't imagine how these pirates could so cruelly burn, kill, and plunder, bringing endless suffering and disaster to innocent people.
As Li Xin recounted his story, a clear picture gradually emerged in Ying Wuyou's mind.
These pirates weren't born that way; most were people evading military service or criminals who had escaped after being sentenced to death. When they had nowhere else to turn, these people gradually gathered together and formed small groups.
Having lived by the sea for a long time, they gradually adapted to life at sea and mastered some skills in navigation and plunder. However, their own combat ability was actually quite limited, and they usually dealt with unarmed ordinary people.
However, the situation changed drastically after these pirates allied with the Japanese Emperor. The Emperor provided them with powerful support, greatly enhancing their fighting capabilities. In return, these pirates helped the Emperor acquire vast amounts of gold, silver, and women.
However, compared to the Qin soldiers led by Li Xin, these pirates were utterly insignificant. When Li Xin and his men first encountered a pirate attack, they easily wiped out most of the enemy. Afterward, they advanced as if into an empty field, directly attacking the pirates' stronghold and successively destroying several pirate gangs.
After telling the story of the pirates, Li Xin's tone became more relaxed: "Besides pirates, this Baga Island also has unique customs and abundant resources. Most of the island's people make a living by fishing and farming, and their lives are simple and unpretentious."
"Oh? What's so special about it?" King Ying Zheng of Qin asked with great interest.
“There is a peculiar tree on the island that produces wood that is both hard and incredibly light, making it a superior material for shipbuilding and weaponry,” Li Xin said. “There is also a fruit that tastes delicious and can energize people. We brought some back for the King and Princess to try.”
Ying Wuyou's face lit up with an expectant smile: "I can't wait to try it."
"In addition, there are some rare minerals on the island, which are of great help to the smelting and casting of our Great Qin," Li Xin added.
King Ying Zheng of Qin nodded in satisfaction: "Li Xin, your trip to Baga Island not only wiped out the pirates, but also brought such abundant resources to Qin. Your contribution is invaluable."
Li Xin immediately knelt down to express his gratitude: "This is all thanks to Your Majesty's wise leadership and the soldiers' bloody battles. I was merely doing my duty."
Princess Jiayang, Ying Wuyou, smiled and said, "General Li is too modest. If it weren't for your skillful command, how could the soldiers have completed the mission so smoothly? Right now, my mind is full of the novelties of Baga Island. I will definitely go and see it for myself when I have the chance in the future."
King Ying Zheng of Qin looked at his daughter with eyes full of affection: "Once Qin unifies the six kingdoms and the world is at peace, I will allow you to go on a sea voyage."
Ying Wuyou smiled and said softly, "Then I look forward to Father King's grand ambition of unifying the world as soon as possible." Her words revealed her trust in her father and her anticipation for the future.
As soon as he finished speaking, a hearty laugh rang out in the Zhangtai Palace. The laughter came from the King of Qin. He was clearly very satisfied with Ying Wuyou's words and was in a good mood.
However, it wasn't just King Qin and Ying Wuyou; many ministers in the court also harbored a strong interest and curiosity about Baga Island. Although they couldn't personally set foot on this mysterious island at the moment, the prospect of witnessing the rare treasures produced there filled them with anticipation.
Everyone eagerly awaited the goods to be stored away so they could feast their eyes on these rare treasures from afar. As carriages laden with goods slowly entered the palace, the crowd grew increasingly excited.
The carriage came to a stop, and everyone crowded around. The carriage was piled high with objects wrapped in cloth. Li Xin, with agile movements, leaped down from the carriage and unwrapped the items. Instantly, everyone's eyes lit up. Hard yet lightweight wood was revealed, its unique grain like a work of art meticulously sculpted by nature, its soft sheen shimmering in the sunlight, seemingly telling the story of Baga Island's mystery. Nearby, the aroma of fresh, tempting fruit wafted through the air, wafting into everyone's nostrils and causing many to swallow hard. And then there were the rare minerals—red like fire, blue like the abyss, green like a forest—a kaleidoscope of colors, exuding an aura of mystery.
"If this wood were used to forge weapons, it would surely give our Qin warriors wings!" a minister couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.
"Yes, and this ore, after smelting, will surely improve the casting technology of our Great Qin," another minister chimed in. The ministers chimed in, their exclamations of amazement rising and falling.
Ying Wuyou stood on the steps, her gaze sweeping over the rare treasures from Baga Island, but her excitement didn't linger on the objects themselves. What truly made her heart race was Li Xin's mention of the mining prospects for gold, silver, and iron on Baga Island. She knew that although a large amount of mineral resources remained unexploited within the Great Qin territory, Baga Island possessed unique advantages. The local inhabitants were familiar with the terrain, and utilizing their expertise in mining would not only accelerate the extraction process but also have immeasurable significance for the long-term development of the Great Qin and the full utilization of its resources.
Chests of gold and silver jewels were carefully carried into the national treasury by soldiers. Sunlight shone on the glittering treasures, reflecting a dazzling light. Watching this scene, everyone present felt an indescribable joy. This wealth was undoubtedly a timely boon to the Qin Dynasty. For a long time, the Qin Dynasty had been financially strained due to frequent wars, infrastructure construction, and many other matters. Now, with this fortune, the financial difficulties would be greatly alleviated.
Ying Wuyou's lips curled into a slight smile, her eyes gleaming with confidence. Her plan to enrich and strengthen the nation, previously hampered by a lack of funds, could now be fully implemented with the arrival of these treasures. She could almost see, through her efforts and strategizing, the Qin Dynasty's national strength rising steadily, its army growing ever more powerful, its people living in peace and prosperity, becoming a superpower standing tall in the world.