Father, I really don’t want to be the emperor

Although Ningfan doesn't like Sun Lu very much, he still needs basic courtesy.

As the saying goes, when it comes to beating a dog, it depends on the owner.

"What your Highness said makes sense, why didn't I think of it?"

Ergou looked annoyed.

Ning Fan shook his head and smiled: "I'm going to fight in person tonight, so you don't want to go."

"Your Highness, do you want to go in person? You must not!"

Ergou was so frightened that his face turned pale when he heard that Ning Fan was going to fight and suppress the bandits himself.

But Ning Fan's attitude was very firm: "Don't worry about this matter. By the way, those people from the Ministry of Industry should have all the printing machines! You are responsible for running a new newspaper, specifically for our people in Jiangzhou. Of course, the common people can also expand the market to Tianzhou."

"Me? Can I?"

Ergou was very excited when he heard that Ning Fan was entrusting him with an important task, but considering his ability, he suddenly retreated.

"Being a servant by my side is a waste of your talent! What about Du Yuesheng? What about Xingchen? Aren't these two people doing a great job!"

"And Yue Ying, isn't he also on his own in Kyoto?"

"Ergou, do you think you are worse than these people?"

Ning Fan said in a provocative way.

Ergou's face turned red as expected: "Your Highness, if you have anything to do, just leave it to me. I, Ergou, will not hold you back."

Ning Fan nodded. Seeing that his words had produced results, he continued to give instructions: "There are several rivers in Jiangzhou, among which Qingjiang River leads directly to the sea. In your free time, you should pay more attention to the shipbuilding craftsmen. In the future, I plan to work in Jiangzhou." Build a dock in the port specifically for building sea-going ships!”

"Sea ship? Your Highness plans to go fishing?"

Ergou looked confused, not knowing what Ning Fan meant.

"Fishing? What's on your mind?"

"We build ships to go to sea, go to the other side of the sea, do business, expand our horizons, and learn new things!"

Ning Fan said quietly: "We may not have what others have, and others may not have what we have. How great would it be if we all exchange and benefit each other?"

"It's true, Your Highness is really thoughtful!"

Ergou's face showed deep yearning: "The vast sea is full of mystery. If given the opportunity, Your Highness, I am willing to go overseas to explore the unknown world for Your Highness!"

Ergou's words surprised Ning Fan.

After all, this era has not yet experienced the age of navigation, and shipbuilding technology is still lacking. Facing the waves on the sea, going to sea is actually a very dangerous thing.

Of course, Ning Fan is well aware of everything that will happen to Dakang in the future.

With the spread of the basic textbooks he wrote, Dakang's future industrial revolution will be almost unstoppable.

By that time, once Dakang completes the first industrial revolution, a large amount of silk fabrics, porcelain, and various industrial supplies will have overcapacity. At that time, it will be the right time to engage in ocean trade.

It is really too early to talk about ocean-going trade at this time!

"There is no rush about this matter now. Take it step by step. In the future, our shipbuilding technology will improve and we can completely guarantee safety at sea. At that time, you can go to sea!"

Ning Fan smiled.

Ergou nodded: "There may be something mysterious and unknowable at the end of the ocean."

Ning Fan was about to tell the truth, but after thinking about it, he still said: "Only you can explore what is there."

In the afternoon, Ning Fan ordered the Dragon Scale Army to start a rebellion. The food before the expedition was still very good, with meat and soup, which was enough to keep them full.

And before setting off for the expedition, everyone will be given candy bars.

This kind of thing that is easy to carry but simple and efficient in replenishing energy is very popular among infantry.

In the evening, Ning Fan quietly set out for battle with three thousand dragon scale troops.

After receiving the news, Sun Lu was a little angry, but there was nothing he could do.

"It's a mule or a horse. It won't take long to see it! When the time comes, His Highness Prince Qing will feel regretful in his intestines!"

The subordinate said sourly.

Sun Lu nodded: "I really hope he makes a big mistake!"

Ning Fan, who was riding on a war horse, was firmly guarded by several personal guards in the center. This way, even if someone fired a cold arrow, Ning Fan's safety could be guaranteed.

"Your Highness, we can reach the scheduled location before dark. We have to camp in the wild for one night to reach the scheduled raid location."

Luo Yong reported to Ning Fan.

Ning Fan nodded: "Send all the scouts out, and be sure to prevent them from being discovered by the enemy's tongue, otherwise all the deployment will be in vain."

After entering the mountains, the role of horses is greatly reduced. On the rugged mountain road, the role of horses can only be to carry some luggage.

Ning Fan ordered: "Leave 70% of the horses behind and have someone to guard them. The remaining 1,000 people will form a raiding party to go up. One thousand people will support them, and the other 1,000 people will go with me to contain them."

The team of three thousand people was divided into three groups by Ning Fan.

The first echelon with the strongest combat effectiveness is responsible for the task of the commando team.

Ning Fan had calculated that Juyi, the leader of the seven strongholds, had at least 1,500 bandits on top of the Three Emperors.

With the combat power of the Dragon Scale Army, it would not be a big problem to disperse these bandits in a single raid.

The second echelon is Ning Fan's blocking team, responsible for chasing down and blocking the escaped gangsters to ensure that no one is missed.

As for the mission of the third echelon, it is to serve as the reserve team and the fire brigade. If there is an emergency, the reserve team's mission is to respond.

He said he arrived before dark, and Ning Fan showed a wry smile after walking on the mountain road.

It was not until late at night that the three teams arrived at the scheduled location.

At this time, there are only four hours until dawn. After seven hours at most, you will find the right time to launch a surprise attack. However, during this period, the soldiers want you to seize the opportunity to take a full rest.

Special operations are all about maximizing the combat effectiveness of individual soldiers.

At this time, whether it is eating or resting, it is particularly important.

"Your Highness, this is your sleeping bag."

Luo Yong brought a sheepskin-sewn bag from the horse, which Ning Fan had specially made before.

With this thing, individual soldiers hardly need to consider comfort issues in the field. They can get in and sleep warmly.

"Send someone to keep watch at night. Don't let anyone raid your home."

Ning Fan warned.

Although this possibility is almost impossible, Ning Fan still has to take precautions.

A few hours passed quickly, and Ning Fan woke up just before dawn.

He began to direct the soldiers to lay traps on some roads, etc. After all preparations were completed, a cry of death suddenly came from the top of the Three Emperors.

At this time, Ning Fan knew that the raiding team should take action.

Half an hour later, a group of robbers fled down the mountain road in a hurry.

But after only a few steps, I fell into a trap.