CHAPTER 723: CHAPTER 704: AERIAL COMBAT (EXTRA 1)

The first shipment of 70,000 piculs of jade finally arrived.

Converted into tons, that would be approximately 42,000 tons.

While the Lishui River is a hundred meters wide, its swift currents and twists make it difficult for cargo ships over 100,000 tons to pass through.

Hence, Lin Yi could only use cargo ships with a capacity of 20,000 tons, which also made operations a bit more convenient.

Lin Yi surveyed the wide river surface and immediately placed an order in the Nine-Eyed Mall after determining the suitable spot.

[Ding ding ding, host has successfully purchased five 20,000-ton cargo ships, 100 billion Heavenly Bead Coins have been paid. The goods are approaching the host by flowing down the Lishui River.]

As Ouyang Qian was still crying in Madam Ouyang’s arms, suddenly five colossal ships drifted into view on the surface of the Lishui River.

The cargo ships, all in blue and white, were massive and sturdy, each approximately 200 meters long, 40 meters wide, and 60 meters high.

"My goodness, what colossal structures they are! Such massive ships, they’re even taller than a small hill!"

The Ouyang family was left utterly dumbfounded.

And Magistrate Hong, who arrived belatedly, was even more astonished.

He was ordered by the Empress Dowager to mobilize thousands of large ships to travel upstream, not knowing he would encounter this scene.

But just moments ago, they clearly saw nothing on the river surface, and now these gargantuan objects appeared out of nowhere.

While everyone was still shocked by these enormous structures, Lin Yi explained to them with a smile.

"These five big ships are called cargo ships, I had them hidden underwater before. Now I need them for transporting jade so I’ve brought them out."

"Magistrate Hong, since you’re here too, lend a hand, please. You have hundreds of people behind you, help me transfer these jade stones onto the cargo ships."

"Today, everyone who assists in moving the jade stones will be rewarded with two taels of silver per person!"

It was easy to load the jade onto carts, but transferring them onto cargo ships was strenuous, and Lin Yi had to spend some silver to increase efficiency.

"Magistrate Hong, here is a silver note worth 100,000 taels of silver, take it, and help me find more people to move the jade onto the ship, I’m pressed for time."

Magistrate Hong dared not accept Lin Yi’s money, and quickly responded: "Young Master Lin, you are too courteous. The Empress Dowager has commanded that, as the Lishui district governor, I must assist you with all my efforts."

Lin Yi was taken aback, so Magistrate Hong has been promoted to the district governor of Lishui?

"Congratulations, you’ve been promoted, and I wasn’t even aware."

However, Magistrate Hong humbly said: "It’s all thanks to your blessing. You truly are my benefactor."

Indeed, Magistrate Hong was not exaggerating. If it weren’t for Huo Si leading the way and Lin Yi’s appearance, the Empress Dowager might have never noticed him.

Now that Lin Yi needed him, it was his time to repay the kindness.

Lin Yi informed Magistrate Hong that each cargo ship could carry 20,000 piculs of jade, and it would take two trips for five cargo ships to transport 200,000 piculs of jade.

During this time, Magistrate Hong needed to supervise closely.

Magistrate Hong agreed without hesitation, further stating that even if Lin Yi hadn’t instructed him so, the Empress Dowager would have expected him to supervise properly.

Speaking of the Empress Dowager, Lin Yi then remembered that he still owed her two promised mines.

The Empress Dowager indeed kept her promise, allowing him to transport jade back to You Country smoothly.

"These are the two mines with jade, I’ve written the list, you hand it to the Empress Dowager."

Afterwards, Lin Yi had Nan Yi and Nan Er come to the cargo ship’s control room, teaching them how to pilot the ship and how to manage crises.

Once everything was arranged, Lin Yi finally went out to check on his beloved wife.

The timing was almost right, and Lin Yi needed to head to Jiannan State early to prepare for the jade shipment’s entry into You Country.

At that moment, the Empress Dowager also arrived with a large entourage.

Originally, she came for the other two mines containing jade, but she couldn’t come empty-handed.

Thus, she had to graciously claim to see the Princess off, bringing along some unique treasures from Nan Zhao Country.

Upon seeing the Empress Dowager, Magistrate Hong immediately stepped forward to welcome her, handing over the list of the two mines.

The Empress Dowager feigned calmness, already overjoyed inside. The mines were finally secured.

To avoid revealing her true intentions, the Empress Dowager deliberately took off one of her jade hairpins and handed it to Ouyang Qian.

"You are our Princess from Nan Zhao Country, the dowry you bring over shouldn’t be meager."

But just as the Empress Dowager looked up, wanting to instruct the placement of the special treasures she brought onto the ship, she noticed the gigantic objects in front of her.

She was greatly shocked, but she also knew clearly that only Lin Yi could pull off something like these big guys.

"Such a massive ship, it’s even bigger than my sleeping palace, truly an eye-opener for me."

Having governed for decades, today has really been an eye-opener.

The Empress Dowager was very glad that she listened to her brother, Bu Cuoyang’s words and surrendered to You Country, not only opening the gates of Nan Zhao Country’s jade history but also rejuvening herself by over a decade.

Ouyang Qian took the Empress Dowager’s hairpin and gratefully said, "Thank you for your great love, Empress Dowager."

The Empress Dowager laughed, "Hahaha, if you truly want to thank me, then hurry up and have a few chubby sons with Lin Yi."

With these words, Ouyang Qian blushed shyly. They had just gotten married not long ago, and already talking about having kids seemed a bit too rushed.

"Princess, come here, I have something to say to you."

When Ouyang Qian leaned towards the Empress Dowager’s ear, the Empress Dowager expressed her wish for Ouyang Qian to firmly keep Lin Yi and bring more benefits to Nan Zhao Country.

Ouyang Qian nodded seriously, indicating that these were all her responsibilities.

Meanwhile, Lin Yi had all the videos recorded over an hour uploaded into the video player and handed them to Ouyang Fu and Mrs. Ouyang.

"A gift from the elders before leaving, don’t worry, I will take good care of Qianqian."

Thus, Lin Yi and Ouyang Qian, under the reluctant gazes of the crowd, got into the SUV and disappeared at the end of the road.

Lin Yi did not want to travel to Jiannan State by SUV; it would take three to five days.

Now that the system upgrade was completed, he planned to wait until he found a secluded corner, buy a private helicopter, and fly directly to Jiannan State.

Moments later, Lin Yi finally found a sparsely populated open area.

"Qianqian, come down quick, I can’t wait any longer, we are pressed for time."

[Ding ding ding, host successfully purchases a small private plane for 1 billion Heavenly Bead Coins.]

Ouyang Qian, somewhat puzzled, as it had just gotten dark, wondered if the Prince Consort was thinking about it again.

Thinking so, Ouyang Qian took a blanket from the car, spread it smoothly on the ground, sat down obediently, and looked tenderly towards Lin Yi.

"Prince Consort, I am ready."

Once Lin Yi turned around, he was instantly startled by Ouyang Qian.

’My goodness, what are you doing, I’ve been drained by you for three consecutive days, how can you still—’

"Ah, Qianqian, I didn’t mean that, quickly get dressed, we really are pressed for time."

If it wasn’t for the rush to get to Jiannan State, Lin Yi would never miss this opportunity for an outdoor tryst.

’When we get to Jiannan State, I’ll properly train you, you enchanting little imp.’

Ouyang Qian, utterly embarrassed, dressed quickly and obediently came to Lin Yi’s side.

The private plane arrived quickly, Lin Yi held Ouyang Qian’s hand as they boarded the plane, and instructed her to sit firmly.

The private plane also had an autopilot system, so Lin Yi could rest after inputting the destination.

However, it was Ouyang Qian’s first time on such a shaky ride, and to stabilize herself she immediately lay on Lin Yi, holding him tightly.

This shaky flying sensation made Lin Yi feel compelled to take action.

’Just missed the chance for a wild skirmish, let’s have an airborne battle then.’

Although he had planned to rest on the plane for an hour, Lin Yi’s plan failed again.

He truly experienced what it felt like to be blissfully close to flying.

As the plane’s speed slowed, Ouyang Qian was nearly exhausted.

"Qianqian, after we get off the plane, I’ll find the best inn for you to rest."

Lin Yi received a steady breathing sound in response from Ouyang Qian.

Lin Yi landed the plane next to Jiannan State’s busiest inn—Donglai Inn.

Holding the frail Ouyang Qian, Lin Yi booked the best room and paid 100 taels of silver.

Who knew that the innkeeper would perform a vanishing trick, making the 100 taels of silver on the table disappear instantly.

...End of this Chapter...

ps: Third update today! Extra update!