Crown Prince of the Empire, I quit!

The New Year of Daqian ended quickly, and spring came in the blink of an eye.

Because it takes time to train and reorganize the mobile forces under Heifushi, Qin Ming also postponed the transfer of craftsmen in the workshop to Kasuga.

When the breeze was still a bit cold, Heifu took a group of Cao Chuan's generals and the mobile troops under his command and boarded a train to explore the way in advance.

During this period, not only the Western Regions, but also the Southern Barbarians arranged a large number of people to steal intelligence from all sides.

Liu Yueli and the members of the secret guards could find the spies they sent in the capital from time to time.

"Your Majesty, many spies have appeared in the thirty-six countries of the Western Regions, and they have even begun to contact our people privately."

"They have been holding on to steam engine technology and coveting the internal combustion engine for a long time, so it's not surprising that they're making a move now."

Qin Ming was not surprised by their actions.

The current Daqian is rich and powerful, and there must be many things worth others' consideration.

Even though the Western Regions and the Southern Barbarians have become allies of Daqian, the starting point for doing anything is still based on their own country.

This is why technology theft occurs.

"The secret guards have locked onto their location. Do you want to take action?"

At this time, Liu Yueli stared with big eyes and spoke curiously.

"Kill him."

"I'm worried this might cause conflict between you and the Western Regions..."

Liu Yueli was a little hesitant.

Qin Ming was too direct and gave orders without even thinking.

"Don't worry, they will just pretend nothing happened, and I will also pretend nothing happened."

Contact between countries is bound to lead to many offenses.

If the two sides fall out just because of some trivial matters, then you are underestimating their vision.

Just like the group of spies Qin Ming has discovered now, even if they are killed, the two sides will still do business in the future.

As for the Western Regions and the Southern Barbarians, they will continue to maintain friendly relations with Qin Ming, and secretly arrange people to enter Daqian to steal secrets.

"I see."

Liu Yueli nodded.

On the other hand, many of the craftsmen who had previously admitted their mistakes to Qin Ming have already established contact with the outside world.

In addition to the Western Regions and the Southern Barbarians, even some spies from the South Seas countries were arranged to come in and contact was made with them.

Just like Shentu Han, who mastered the airtightness technology, he had already secretly contacted people from various countries in Southeast Asia.

Although it seemed to the outside world that he was packing his bags and preparing to leave the capital with his family these days.

But in fact, Shentu Han’s goal is far more than that.

He has the skills and a lot of money.

If you go to a country overseas to take charge, you will gain countless wealth and glory.

Unless Qin Ming can develop new technologies, the technologies he has will be very popular.

After all, he is a craftsman who has followed Qin Ming for many years, and his value is very high.

The yard was filled with packages and some gold and silver jewelry.

Shentu Han's first wife was packing up with several servants.

When leaving, although Shentu Han said it was okay, his wife's face was full of worry.

Looking at the busy servants, she put down the package in her hand, walked towards Shentu Han who was sitting in the yard drinking tea, and asked timidly:

"Shen Lang, are you sure we can get out of Daqian?"

"Your Majesty is very well-connected and has given us many benefits. Even if we go north, we won't be left poor. Otherwise, we shouldn't risk going out to sea..."

As a woman, she felt that her current life was good enough and there was no need to take any more risks.

But Shentu Han didn't think so.

He slammed the teacup down on the table, puffed his beard and glared, saying:

"What's with all-powerful hands and eyes? The north is bitterly cold, and if you walk in the snow for a while, your ears might freeze off!"

"What are we going there for? I'm a meritorious official, and His Majesty doesn't treat me well, and he's even sending us there. Why should I go there and suffer for my abilities?"

As if frightened by his appearance, Shentu didn't speak for a long time.

Seeing this, Shentu Han sighed and said confidently:

"Don't worry, those people from the Nanyang countries are very familiar with the officials at all levels of Daqian, and they are definitely capable of sending us out."

"They're sending out the ship today. I've already contacted the contact person. As long as we find him and arrange for us to board the ship, everything will be over!"

"Once we reach the Southeast Asian countries, we will be treated as honored guests and enjoy endless wealth and splendor!"

As Shentu Han spoke, he began to feel a little elated.

For him, this is the treatment he deserves.

He completely forgot who taught him these techniques.

"Master, it's almost time."

Just as Shentu Han was comforting his wife, the servant next to him came forward and spoke in a low voice.

Seeing this, Shentu Han waved to them, and the servants began to line up to receive their severance pay.

Some of Shentu Han's remaining confidants stayed by his side and followed him overseas.

After sending away all the useless servants, Shentu Han nodded slowly and said to the family members who had gathered:

"Come with me."

The family members didn't know what was happening at this time. Before the actual action, Shentu Han kept it very secret, and no one knew what he was going to do.

When I came to the backyard, the thick fallen leaves and snow mixed together and formed a lot of mud.

There is a well under the fallen leaves, but it has dried up.

Shentu Han walked over, threw down a few ropes and said:

"Everyone just follow along, don't talk too much, and don't ask any questions."

Although everyone was puzzled, Shentu Han, as the master of the mansion, had accumulated a lot of prestige over the years.

Many people followed along in a daze.

When seeing this scene, a hint of hesitation appeared on Shentu's face.

But seeing how stubborn her husband was, she said no more.

Turning her head and taking another look at the large courtyard prepared for them by the court, a trace of regret flashed across her face, but she still bent down, pulled the rope and entered the well.

After everyone landed, they discovered that there was a different world here.

Shentu Han spent a lot of effort and actually dug a connection between this place and the outside world, and a tunnel directly connected to a house.

When they walked out, the more than 30 people in Shentu Han's house were full of doubts.

Shentu Han took out a small corona, looked at the time in the light, turned his head and looked around, then let out a light exclamation.

"Huh, what about people?"

As if he was a little unconvinced, he took out a black veil to cover his face, carefully pushed open the door, and looked out from the dilapidated courtyard towards the alley outside.

The trusted subordinate stepped forward and said:

"Master, the contact person might have been delayed by something. After all, we are not the only family leaving the capital."

Although he heard this comfort, Shentu Han's doubts did not diminish.

"What could take so long?"

Shentu Han, feeling something was wrong, closed the door cautiously and paced around the yard anxiously.

Suddenly, a cry of surprise came from the courtyard.

"What the...what is this!?"