Feng Zhishen and Feng Zhiyu looked at each other and said nothing.

At the end of the Sui Dynasty, Feng Ang was a prince.

However, after occupying Lingnan, it became peaceful for a while, and finally even surrendered directly to the Tang Dynasty.

Feng Zhishen and the others had also thought about it, if Feng Ang had not chosen to settle for one, but had chosen to fight for the world, would they have had a chance to win the world?

If Feng Ang takes over the world, will they become princes?

Feng An seemed to have seen their thoughts and said: "In the late Sui Dynasty, among the eighteen princes, which one was not a hero? Now? They are all dead bones in the graves. Even the heirs have been cut off. Do you know why this is?"

Feng An didn't wait for their answer and continued: "Their mistake is that they are blinded by power. Only one family can rule the world, but everyone feels that they are the right one, and thinks that the person who rules the world is themselves.

But I misjudged my ability. It was a coincidence that I was able to occupy Lingnan, but Lingnan is wild and poor, lacks talents, and has no foundation for unifying the world. I also know myself, and I do not have the ability to unify the world."

Feng Zhishen disagreed, Gou was Gou, he said it as if he was very far-sighted.

I don’t know how many people have never had the opportunity to dominate the world in Zhuolu, but Feng Ang has the opportunity and strength, but he is unwilling to fight for it.

Feng An saw Feng Zhishen's expression and sighed secretly.

This is also the reason why he has been hesitant and not made Feng Zhishen his heir.

The heart is as high as the sky, but the vision is short-sighted, which will only lead the Feng family into the abyss.

"I don't care what you think, Lin Xuan will come to the banquet soon, and you all have to accompany him. If anyone offends Lin Xuan, don't blame me for being rude!" Feng Ang said.

"My child understands!" Feng Zhishen and others said quickly.

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The mansion arranged by Feng Ang was very large, and even servants and maids were prepared.

After Lin Xuan finished bathing and changing clothes, it was already evening. He took Zhang Zhongjian, Liu Da and others and dozens of guards to the Duke Geng's Mansion.

Unexpectedly, Feng Ang was already greeting him at the door of the house.

No need to think about it, it must have been informed in advance by those who were waiting.

Lin Xuan quickly dismounted, bowed and said, "Gonggong Guo has defeated this young man."

"Haha, I have been friends with the County Marquis for a long time. The Marquis is a guest from afar, so I naturally want to welcome him." Feng Ang laughed.

"Duke Geng called me Zichu," Lin Xuan said.

"Then you're welcome, Zichu, please come inside." Feng An said.

"Your Majesty, please!"

Lin Xuan was half a step behind Feng An and followed Feng An into the house.

Arriving at the Feng Family Hall, after both parties sat down, Lin Xuan said with a smile: "I have always heard your Majesty say that Lingnan has been a chaotic land since ancient times. However, the old Duke is in charge of Lingnan, and there has been no turmoil in Lingnan for many years. This is all due to the old Duke.

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Feng Ang said with a smile: "Your Majesty has great talents and strategies, and worked hard to govern. The world is stable, and Lingnan is stable. I dare not take credit. I have always wanted to go to Beijing to pay homage to the holy face, but the journey is long, and I am old and can't stand the bumps."

In recent years, people have often criticized Feng An, saying that he respects his own troops and does not respect the imperial court.

Now that Feng An said this, Lin Xuan naturally understood what he meant and said with a smile: "When I return to Chang'an, I will definitely bring the old Duke's thoughts with me. I believe that your Majesty will understand the difficulties of the old Duke."

"Haha, thank you very much. These are dogs." Feng Ang looked at Feng Zhisu and the others and said, "Why don't you pay tribute to the Marquis of Jingyang County?"

"My Excellency, Feng Zhisun, has met the Marquis of Jingyang County."

"My Excellency, Feng Zhiyu, has met the Marquis of Jingyang County."

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Lin Xuan smiled and said: "Everyone is polite."

"Zichu, I'd like to offer you a drink. I heard that this fairy drunk was brewed by Zichu. This can be regarded as a gift to Buddha by borrowing flowers." Feng Ang said.

Lin Xuan picked up the wine glass and said, "I am the one who respects the old prince."

After three rounds of wine and five flavors of food, Feng An smiled and said: "I heard that Zichu wants to go to sea and explore unknown waters?"

Lin Xuan nodded and said: "Exactly, there are many treasure lands overseas with endless wealth, but they have not been discovered yet. If they can be found, it will be equivalent to finding a gold mine."

"Then I wonder what I can do to help?" Feng An asked.

"I need some craftsmen with superb shipbuilding memories. If the old man can help, I am willing to give 10% of the profits to the old man." Lin Xuan said.

"Marquis of Jingyang County, shipbuilding craftsmen, especially skilled craftsmen, are very scarce. The profit is only 10%, which is probably a bit small." Feng Zhisu said aloud.

Lin Xuan looked at Feng An. Feng An's eyes were blurry, as if he was drunk and did not hear what they said.

"There are also several princes from Chang'an who are involved in this matter, as well as His Majesty's share. The old prince's 10% is already quite a lot. In addition, this matter is also good for Lingnan. If my plan succeeds, less than 10% will be paid.

By the year, Guangzhou will become a prosperous place comparable to Suzhou and Hangzhou." Lin Xuan said.

"Is what Zichu said true?" Feng Ang couldn't care less about pretending to be drunk.

He just pretended to be drunk just to gain more benefits.

If he and Lin Xuan go to talk, if the negotiation fails, there will be no room for maneuver.

But how can Guangzhou be as important as Suzhou and Hangzhou with the little benefits of going overseas?

"Of course it's true!" Lin Xuan said with a smile.

Feng An raised his glass from a distance and said: "I heard that Zichu was called the God of Wealth of the Tang Dynasty. I wonder what Zichu can do? Can you give me some advice?"

Lin Xuan smiled and said: "Guidance is not a big deal. The reason why Lingnan is poor is because it is densely covered with jungles, rugged roads and sparsely populated."

Regardless of how prosperous Guangzhou was in later generations, it was very poor at this time.

In ancient times, many people who were sent to Lingnan were sent to Lingnan.

Distribution is a punishment, so the worst places are naturally selected, which shows how poor Lingnan is.

Feng Ang was born in Lingnan, grew up in Lingnan, and will die in Lingnan in the future. He has very deep feelings for Lingnan.

If there is an opportunity to develop Lingnan, he will naturally not give up.

"Although Lingnan has various inconveniences, there is one thing that cannot be compared with other places, and that is going to sea. I must have experienced this," Lin Xuan said.

Feng Ang said with some confusion: "Going to sea has indeed made Guangzhou a lot more prosperous, but it is also limited."

Even during the Song Dynasty, the peak period of ancient navigation, Lingnan was still very poor.

Anyone who knows the Song Dynasty knows that the Song Dynasty had a rule that scholar-bureaucrats were not punished.

Most of those civil servants who made mistakes or failed in battles were sent to Huizhou, Danzhou, Yazhou and other places.

These places all belonged to Lingnan in the Tang Dynasty.

It can be seen that even during the peak period of navigation, Lingnan did not develop.

Many people may wonder why Guangdong developed so well in later generations because of Haikou's unique geographical location, but why couldn't it develop in ancient times?

In fact, although most ancient voyages departed from Guangzhou, Guangzhou was just a transit station.

The goods were shipped from other places, and the wealth earned was also shipped elsewhere. Lingnan did not benefit at all.

"As long as my fleet goes to sea and earns astonishing wealth, the envious people in the world will flock to it. As long as there are people, it will naturally be prosperous." Lin Xuan said.

Feng An pondered: "Although Zichu has always said that there is endless wealth overseas, I also believe this. But in the vast sea, is Zichu really sure that he can find wealth?"
Chapter completed!