The reason why Scott was so excited about these people's and fishermen was that among the huge number of fishermen, some pirates, explorers, and even outstanding naval generals would be born. It is no exaggeration to say that the potential of fishermen is very huge.

In addition, in the Middle Ages of Western Europe, most countries did not have navies, and only some countries near the sea had navies, such as the Kingdom of England, the Kingdom of Denmark, the Kingdom of France, and the countries on the Libyan Peninsula.

However, the navy at this time was different from the navy today. The composition of the navy at this time was relatively complicated, most of which were fishermen, pirates, explorers, and even a lot of tailors and slaves were mixed with them.

Looking at the current naval power comparison on the European continent, the Republic of Venice is the most powerful, followed by the Kingdom of Portugal on the Iberian Peninsula, the Kingdom of Denmark in Nordic Europe, the Kingdom of England, the Kingdom of Scotland and the Netherlands Lowlands.

Among the above countries, the Netherlands Lowlands have the largest number of fishermen. If a large-scale naval battle occurs, the Netherlands Lowlands can gather the navy at the fastest speed and then enter the battle. It can be said that the Netherlands is the most likely to breed powerful naval forces.

But at this moment, the Duke of Burgundy was the Duke of Burgundy, and the main focus of the Duke of Burgundy Philip III was to compete for the continental hegemony with the Kingdom of France and the Holy Roman Empire, and did not pay attention to the navy at all.

However, this provides Scott with convenience and opportunity. If all the fishermen in the Netherlands are really attracted, it will not only mean that the Norfolk will have an advantage in the future competition for fishery resources in the North Sea, but it also means that the Norfolk region can breed a powerful navy as quickly as possible, and can even be compared with the Royal English Navy at this moment.

After all, for Norfolk ruled by Scott, it is impossible to go to the mainland for hegemony, and it is even more impossible to go to the land to farm.

For the sake of the present, we can only rely on the geographical discovery of this historical opportunity, place all Norfolk's power on the ocean, actively carry out overseas adventures, try our best to open up the route to the Americas and the East, and finally accumulate strength to compete for the throne of England, and lay an extremely solid foundation for the eventual competition with the European powers France, the Holy Roman Empire, Portugal, the future Spain, and even Venice.

As Scott was thinking, Simon's voice interrupted him: "Yes, Count, we are all fishermen from the Netherlands, and our ancestors are all fishermen!"

"Since it's a family of fishermen, I believe you should be very clear about the trend in the North Sea region, right?" After retracting, Scott asked with a smile: "You should even be very familiar with the Atlantic Ocean west of our British Isles, right?"

Simon nodded and replied: "We are very clear about the tides in the North Sea area! As for the Atlantic Ocean, my partner and I have been there anyway, but the wind and waves are too strong. With our ships, we can only never sail, otherwise the ship will easily capsize!"

"Then do you have the courage to sail in the Atlantic Ocean?" Scott asked again.

Simon hesitated and said, "Of course there is courage, but unless there is a suitable ship, we don't want to take risks casually. After all, it is not worth the sacrifice in vain!"

"Very good! This is enough with you! Of course, I don't want you to sacrifice in vain. After all, you were brought in by me with great difficulty!" Scott smiled and relieved him: "Okay, let's put the matter of the Atlantic aside for the time being. Now let's talk about the herrings in the North Sea."

"Yes, Earl!" Simon quickly raised his ears when he heard this.

Scott took out the North Sea map from his arms and said, "This is the map, you should see it. We are here, the Netherlands is there, and Scotland is in the north. It can be said that the herring cost resources in the North Sea are shared, but I don't want this to be shared naturally, so I want you to quickly organize a fleet to go to the North Sea to fish. Can you do it?"

"Brother... Earl, I also want to go into the sea quickly, but I don't have a boat now!" When I heard that I could go into the sea to fish, Simon's voice trembled. For him, going to the sea to fish is life.

Scott smiled and said, "Norfolk is not short of ships, I will provide you with a fleet immediately! After you go back today, organize your troops immediately and strive to start fishing tomorrow. By the way, if possible, try to walk around the Netherlands as much as possible so that your former companions can take a look. Do you understand what I mean?"

Simon nodded quickly and replied: "I understand that it is to use our situation to attract more people to join!"

After collecting the map, Scott patted his shoulder and said, "Yes, after these people join, they will follow your command. Of course, if you can find a way to get all your previous brothers over, then I will have another reward for the Count. Maybe I will give you a noble title!"

"The noble clan... the title?" Simon's voice trembled and he stammered.

The status of aristocrats and civilians is very different, if a civilian wants to successfully enter the aristocratic class.

Then the first possible way is to marry the children of the nobles, and then use the marriage relationship to enter the aristocratic class. Of course, with your toes, this may be too slim.

The second possible way is to be kind to the great nobles. For example, if a great nobles are in danger of their lives, you will sacrifice your life to save them. At that time, the great nobles will be grateful for your life-saving grace and give you a personal entourage.

Don’t underestimate the position of the personal entourage. This position is actually the most precious, because it means that you can be with the great nobles all the time and be promoted to the nobles at that time. Is that still a matter of nobility?

Now Simon has got such an opportunity, even if it may be just a blank check for the great nobles, it is undoubtedly a strong hope for life-long civilians.

There must be a brave man under the heavy reward. Simon is in this state at this moment. This makes him kneel on his knees and kiss the dust at Scott's feet and said, "Please rest assured, I will work hard, I will do my best to bring all my former brothers here."
Chapter completed!