Clan Rise: Starting as a Grandfather

After determining the categories of goods for the trade routes, Yang Zhenshan then said, "You go ahead and start preparing on the Jiangnan side first!"

Before the sea voyage, it is natural to contact the supply and buyer in advance. In Tenglong Guard, Yang Zhenshan could handle it personally, but assistance from Luo Shang would be needed on the Jiangnan side.

Over the years, Luo Shang has established quite a few industries in Jiangnan, and has gotten to know many wealthy businessmen, so he didn’t find it difficult.

"Don’t worry, sir. I will go to Jiangnan after the New Year to prepare for this," Luo Shang said.

"Alright!" Yang Zhenshan nodded slightly.

But Luo Shang then said, "Sir, can I buy two ships and set sail together with the ships of Tenglong Guard?"

Yang Zhenshan was slightly surprised, but soon realized the rationale.

Maritime trade surely makes money, there was no doubt about that.

Although the profits from marine trade between Tenglong Guard and Jiangnan were considerable, largely due to the savings in overland transportation costs, if they could establish trade relations with the sea regions surrounding Da Rong and several other dynasties, the profits would be exorbitantly high.

Thus, Yang Zhenshan sent the fleet to Jiangnan primarily as an experience-gathering mission. Once the merchant ships and the navy had enough experience, they would certainly establish routes with the Li Sheng Dynasty and the Desheng Dynasty.