If you traveled back to ancient times, while others ate Guanyin clay, you would actually have giant

In fact, this was something Zhou Wu had discussed with Niu Er beforehand. With Niujia Village being upgraded to Niujia Town and the city walls now being expanded, the Qingyang Army, with only 3,000 men, would definitely be stretched thin if it had to simultaneously protect both the land and sea sides.

Moreover, Niu Er is more skilled at leading troops on land. As for naval warfare, he only had a slight interest in the Qinglong-class ships at the beginning. Before Lin Niangzi came, Zhou Wu didn't care much. But since Lin Niangzi arrived, Zhou Wu had the idea of ​​letting Lin Niangzi lead the navy. However, he hadn't made up his mind because of Niu Er. But unexpectedly, Niu Er took the initiative to find Zhou Wu a few days ago and put forward this suggestion.

“Madam Lin, you don’t need to worry about anything. I said from the beginning that everyone sitting here is a black-hearted member of Niujia Town. There’s nothing we can’t say to each other. This naval commander position is rightfully yours.”

“It’s Lin Niangzi, I support you too. Niu Er will definitely not say a word against it, otherwise I will punish the clan’s scouts.”

Uncle Niu was just joking, making a guarantee from the side.

"Since Lord Zhou and everyone else think this way about me, then I, Madam Lin, will not be coy. Now that I have accepted this assignment, I will do my utmost to ensure the safety of the sea around Niujia Town."

Lin Niangzi was born in a pirate's den and had a straightforward personality, unlike most women who were coy and reserved.

"it is good."

"Lady Lin truly deserves to be called a heroine among women."

When everyone saw that Madam Lin had accepted, they all cheered.

"However, Madam Lin, there is something I need to tell you in advance."

Now that the other party had accepted the task, Zhou Wu began to explain the details.

"Sir, please speak."

"Right now, I only have the official staff of the Qingyang Army of three thousand men, so your navy may have to operate under the name of a trade escort team for the time being."

"Sir, that's no problem. As long as you don't let us go back to being pirates, we'll do anything."

"As for the number of people, let's keep it at eight hundred for now. We'll treat them the same as the Qingyang Army, and we won't mistreat the brothers. Also, all the Qinglong-level soldiers we have now are yours."

"Thank you, sir."

Although Lin Niangzi is no longer a pirate, she still has an endless longing for seagoing vessels. Ever since she saw the Azure Dragon-class ship, she has been obsessed with it.

"Don't worry, I will definitely earn a proper title for everyone in the future, and I won't let myself suffer any losses."

Zhou Wu rarely makes promises, but he is never stingy with his own people.

"Now that the maritime escort team matter is settled, let's talk about something else. I hope that once you know about this, you won't talk about it to others."

Faced with Zhou Wu's sudden serious expression, everyone knew that what Zhou Wu was about to say was probably of great importance.

Zhou Wu tossed out a small bag, the opening of which revealed snowflake salt, a luxury only the nobles of the Great Dragon could afford.

"Is this snow salt?"

Old Niu had only ever heard of it in his entire life, never actually tasted a single grain of snowflake salt.

"Yes."

"what does this mean?"

"Ladies and gentlemen, this is snowflake salt produced in our Niujia Town."

Of those present, only Niu Er and Deng Yuanliang knew about Snowflake Salt beforehand. Niu Ye and Lin Niangzi were unaware of it. It wasn't that Zhou Wu deliberately kept quiet; they simply hadn't had the chance. However, now that things were on track and the saltworks would be based in Niujia Town, they definitely had to let them know.

Both Master Niu and Madam Lin wore expressions of shock.

"We've discovered a salt well here? Wait a minute, I've lived here my whole life, if I were going to find it, I would have found it long ago. Wait, even if there is a salt well, there shouldn't be such clear snowflake salt. Scholar, what exactly have you been doing? Judging from your expressions, you must have known all along, right?"

Now, Master Niu is not only excited, but also terrified. Everyone knows that salt is a highly profitable industry, but the reason why no one has ever gotten involved is because the entire salt trade is in the hands of powerful families. If an ordinary person discovers a salt well, these families will immediately find a reason to seize it, and the ordinary person will not only get no benefit, but may even lose their life.

The terrifying nature of powerful families had long been ingrained in their very bones. Master Niu knew very well that Zhou Wu's current abilities were simply no match for them. Therefore, after weighing the pros and cons, Master Niu felt that the appearance of this salt well was ill-timed, and he had to persuade Zhou Wu to give up his idea of ​​selling salt.

"That's great! Then our Niujia Town will be rich!"

Lin Niangzi used to live a carefree life at sea and had no idea about the intricacies of life on land. She simply thought that Niujia Town had gained another way to make money.

"Scholar, I advise you to give up your idea of ​​selling salt. We are no match for the powerful families."

Not only are they no match for the powerful families now, but Master Niu believes that Niujia Town will never be a match for them in this lifetime.

“Uncle Niu, I have no intention of selling salt, and no salt wells have been found in our Niujia Town.”

"Ah~"

Now it was Niu Ye's turn to be puzzled. What exactly was going on?

Zhou Wu patiently explained the whole story, and after listening, Niu Ye and Lin Niangzi finally understood.

"Does that mean we're now working for a saint?"

"There's no problem with this understanding."

When it was mentioned that you were asking the emperor to do something, your face immediately changed from a mournful expression to a rosy glow. Zhou Wu hadn't expected that Emperor Li Tiancheng had such high prestige among the people.

"Don't worry, scholar. This matter will remain a secret between us. You can rest assured that I will immediately issue an order that no villager should approach the salt field."

"No, Uncle Niu, nobody goes to the salt fields anyway. Now that you've mentioned it, everyone's become more curious. Besides, the Qingyang Army is guarding them, so there won't be any problems."

Zhou Wu quickly interrupted Master Niu, "Aren't you just making a scene? People are naturally curious. The more you tell me not to go, the more I'll insist."

Upon hearing this, Master Niu realized that his earlier idea had indeed been a bit rash. Since an open approach wouldn't work, he would try a covert one. He would have the town's constables keep a close eye on outsiders, and if anyone approached that area, they could be easily driven away under some pretext.

"Niu Er, over there at the salt field, you should arrange for someone to keep a close eye on things. If there are any other needs, just ask Yuan Liang for help with food, drink, or anything else."

"Don't worry, brother, we'll make sure even flies can't get out of the salt field."

"Yuanliang, keep a close eye on the next deal with Hu Sai. Make sure the potato and corn seeds that the capital wants are not delayed."

"Don't worry, sir. We've already spoken with Hussein, and they'll be coming again as early as next month."

"Alright. Madam Lin, you will be fully responsible for the formation of the navy. You can provide whatever personnel and equipment you need, and you can also choose any of your old comrades."

Lady Lin was once again deeply moved by Zhou Wu's complete trust.