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

"We seized so much wealth from the pirates, and I thought that would please Father Emperor, so I asked him to give you a good position. Father Emperor agreed, but I never expected that Father Emperor would announce in the morning court that he intended to appoint you as the Grand Admiral of the South China Sea. I naturally had no objection, but the other ministers would definitely disagree, saying that you are too young and not qualified to take on such a position."

"So His Majesty believes I am the future star of the empire, and despite all opposition, insists on appointing me as the Grand Commander of the South China Sea?"

Zhou Wu never expected that he held such an important place in Li Tiancheng's heart, and he immediately felt a surge of heroic spirit, like a scholar dying for one who understands him.

"It's not that you hold a high position in Father's heart. Father just asked the ministers a question, and they shut up."

"What did you ask?"

Not only Zhou Wu, but even Lin Niangzi next to him was very curious.

"Father asked, if Zhou Wu is not appointed as the Grand Commander of the South China Sea, who among you would be willing to take this position? The South China Sea is a desolate and uninhabited place with no people, so the ministers were naturally unwilling to go there. They all remained silent, which was considered as tacitly agreeing to the matter."

"Uh~~~"

“Hehehe~~~~”

Sometimes, a person's feelings can change in an instant. Just a moment ago, Zhou Wu regarded Li Tiancheng as a close friend, but now he is like a stranger.

Madam Lin laughed heartily. It turned out that no one wanted Zhou Wu's position as Grand Commander of the South China Sea, which is why it ended up in his hands.

"There's one more thing."

"Tell me, I can handle it."

"Father confiscated all the money and ships that were seized. Of course, Father did not treat you unfairly. He granted you a large island in the South China Sea as your fief. You should know that my fief as the Crown Prince is not as large as the fief granted to you as a count."

"Then I'll switch with you?"

"Forehead...."

Li Junren was afraid that Zhou Wu would be heartbroken. To be honest, he also felt that this reward, though seemingly generous, was actually useless. He was given a Grand Commander title and a fief, but no one was in charge. Who was he supposed to take care of? Small animals?

However, Zhou Wu was actually very happy; he was just putting on a show for others.

. . . . . . .

Zhou Wu and Lin Niangzi led the navy back to Niujia Town. When they parted, Li Junren still felt guilty about the reward, but it was too late to change anything. He could only try to put in a good word for Zhou Wu later.

Zhou Wu led his naval fleet back to port. After leaving the port of the capital, Zhou Wu felt instantly relieved, and there was no trace of sadness on his face.

"My lord, why are you suddenly so happy?"

Lin Niangzi was puzzled. Zhou Wu had clearly been unhappy and even a little sad these past few days, so why had he suddenly returned to normal?

"I'm actually very happy, but I can't show it in the capital. Everyone thinks that Nanhai Island is a desolate place, but that's because they haven't met me. In the future, Nanhai Island will definitely become the most prosperous place in the Great Dragon Empire. Do you believe it, Madam Lin?"

Zhou Wu stood at the bow of the ship and said with an arrogant expression.

"Of course I believe."

Lin Niangzi didn't know why, but although Zhou Wu was usually carefree and irresponsible, she trusted him unconditionally.

"I'll show you something."

"what?"

Zhou Wu didn't say anything, he just told Lin Niangzi to follow. The two of them went all the way to the warehouse downstairs. Only then did Lin Niangzi realize that the warehouse, which never needed to be locked, now had a lock on every door.

Zhou Wu skillfully took out his key and unlocked the door. As the warehouse door opened, Lin Niangzi's expression turned to shock.

"Where did all this treasure come from?"

The warehouse was filled with countless treasures.

"This is just the tip of the iceberg; the cargo holds of both Bull Demon King ships are completely full."

Zhou Wu's words left Lin Niangzi completely dumbfounded.

"The Black Dragon's treasure?"

After a long while, Madam Lin guessed it. After all, the two of them had been together all this time, and the only time they had the chance to get such a large treasure was when they attacked the Black Dragon.

"Hehe, you guessed right. Black Dragon's treasure is far more than the amount reported to the court. I've taken at least half of it, and it can now be used as development funds for the South China Sea islands."

Although Zhou Wu was not short of money, who would complain about having too much money? Besides, he had plenty of money, so he couldn't work for free.

The destruction of the Black Dragon put Zhou Wu at ease. At least there would be no major potential threats in his area. In the future, Zhou Wu could focus on development in his fiefdom.

. . . .

"Congratulations, sir."

"Congratulations, big brother! Haha, otherwise it would still be my big brother."

Zhou Wu's promotion was naturally a cause for celebration, and the key figures in his fiefdom all toasted him.

"Sir, what are your plans for the future?"

After several rounds of drinks, and since everyone present was one of their own, Deng Yuanliang took the lead in asking a question. He was now essentially the financial manager of the fiefdom. The South China Sea Island was now part of Zhou Wu's fiefdom. It was such a large wasteland, not even considered completely poor. If construction were to begin, the amount of money required would be considerable.

"Yes, scholar, are you planning to move the entire Niujia Town there?"

Actually, everyone is very concerned about this issue now: what are Zhou Wu's plans for the future?

“Uncle Niu, I have no intention of moving Niujia Town there. Niujia Town will remain unchanged as it is now, and the construction of Nanhai Island will proceed as normal.”

Hearing Zhou Wu's answer, Uncle Niu breathed a small sigh of relief. To be honest, no matter what decision Zhou Wu made, he and everyone else present would definitely support him unconditionally. However, Uncle Niu was getting old, and it would be best if he could avoid leaving his hometown.

"Since we've come this far, let me first share my general thoughts. Uncle Niu is getting old and is not suited for long-distance travel. Moreover, Niujia Town still needs Uncle Niu to be in charge, so Uncle Niu will continue to stay here to oversee the overall situation."

"Okay, you can arrange it however you want, as long as you need this old man."

Niu Ye was still very happy that he could help Zhou Wu.

“Niu Er, the Qingyang Army is a land-based cavalry force, which cannot fully utilize its advantages on the island. Niujia Town is more suitable for it, so you and the Qingyang Army will stay in Niujia Town as well.”

"I'll do whatever you say, big brother."

Niu Er was a little disappointed that Zhou Wu didn't bring him along this time. However, what Zhou Wu said made a lot of sense. Compared with Nanhai Island, Niujia Town was indeed more suitable for the development of cavalry.

"Lady Lin's navy will accompany me to the South China Sea. As for Yuanliang, I'll trouble you to help manage the South China Sea islands for the time being. Please take care of the procurement of supplies."

"It's an adult."

Most people received their assignments, but some were dissatisfied.

"I'm saying, why don't you assign me any work at Medicine King Valley?"

Zai Hongfei was very unhappy. It wasn't that he wanted to do anything, but everyone else was being assigned tasks, while his Medicine King Valley seemed to have been forgotten. It was a matter of face.