This victory report was delivered back by Xu Qing using extremely powerful Dao Skill, so shortly after the battle ended, the Court received a detailed victory report.

After the Court's discussion reached a conclusion.

The inventory of various spoils after the Old Port battle also came to an end.

This inventory took a considerable amount of time.

After all, Old Port is the Headquarters of Fang Immortal Dao, with vast accumulations.

At this time.

In a spacious hall at the Old Port Pacification Office. This was once the Headquarters of Fang Immortal Dao, the air filled with a sense of antiquity.

The flickering candlelight struggled to dance, pulling the surrounding shadows wantonly, long and short, adding a touch of mysterious solemnity to the hall.

Xu Qing, dressed in a dark long robe, sat upright in the main seat, like an ancient pine, stable and resolute. His expression was focused and grave, his deep eyes like cold stars, sharply scanning the accounts recording the post-war spoils in hand, not missing any data or records.

A quartermaster from the Recovery Society stood tall and straight like a poplar tree, standing proudly beside him, radiating a capable aura. At this moment, his voice was loud, echoing like a mighty bell in the hall: "Sir, this campaign captured a considerable number of weapons, totaling over three thousand items."

"Among them, there are nearly a thousand sharp Southern Ocean curved knives. These knives were meticulously crafted by the skilled craftsmen of Fang Immortal Dao, with long and sleek blades, glittering with cold light on the edges, exquisitely crafted, rare close combat weapons. With slight refurbishment and polishing, they can enrich our military arsenal. With these sharp blades, our close combat strength will be greatly enhanced."

"In addition, there are various magic artifacts and firearms..."

Xu Qing nodded slightly, approvingly: "You did well. However, in the future within the military, address me as 'sir'." His tone was calm, yet carried an unquestionable authority.

Nowadays, the Recovery Society Faction's awareness is becoming more pronounced. Except for a few close people, Xu Qing no longer allows subordinates to call him "Master". He understands that focusing only on a faction's private interests and enhancing factional awareness can gather strength in the short term, but from a long-term perspective, it's a dead end.

He aspires to encompass the world, and only by embracing a grand perspective and open mind to accept talented individuals from all sides can he encompass all, subdue more forces, and embed ideals and ambitions into people's hearts.

After all, people in different positions have different choices and responsibilities, and even close comrades can turn against each other due to interests, which is the nature of humanity, and a historical warning.

After listening to the quartermaster's report, the somewhat stout supply officer stepped forward with steady steps, slightly bent, respectfully clasping his hands, and said: "Sir, after careful check day and night, the granary contains an astonishing amount of rice, millet, and other grains, totaling over fifty thousand dan."

"These grains are plump, with bright color, evidently well-stored. Based on the current population of the city's military and civilians, even in a year of disaster, it's sufficient to sustain for a long time, ensuring the basic living of the military and civilians."

"Moreover, there is a large stock of cured meat, dried vegetables, and other side dishes in the warehouse, with a rich variety, from tempting bacon to crunchy and tasty dried vegetables, all well preserved, without any signs of mold or rot."

Xu Qing looked at the supply officer with satisfaction, eyes full of approval.

Subsequently, the official in charge of financial inspection carefully held two account books with both hands, respectfully presenting them: "Sir, the warehouses in Old Port are simply a treasure trove. We found countless gold, silver, and jewels, with gold and silver utensils of exquisite shape and craftsmanship, dazzling jewels, amounting to over one million taels of silver when converted, an unimaginable enormous wealth."

"In addition, there are precious spices, with a rich and mellow aroma that can intoxicate with just a whiff; exquisite silks, with a touch as smooth as flowing water, intricate and delicate patterns; and top-quality porcelain, as warm as jade in texture, with elegant color and exquisite craftsmanship..."

After hearing the various reports, Xu Qing leaned back against the chair, closing his eyes in silent contemplation. This harvest exceeded expectations, bringing great surprise. These resources and wealth are valuable capital for the development of Old Port and an important support for the Great Yu Dynasty in expanding influence in the Southern Ocean.

After tallying the harvest, Xu Qing immediately assembled Meng Yuxuan and other key figures to hold a crucial meeting.

The main content of the meeting was how to take over Fang Immortal Dao's rule in the Southern Ocean, completely clear their Overseas remnants to prevent resurgence, and effectively counter the increasingly powerful and ambitious Western Ocean pirates and various Southern Ocean natives.

This raid on Old Port, adopting a decapitation strike, was like a heavy punch, striking the enemy's core strength, setting a good start.

But to truly incorporate the Southern Ocean into the Great Yu Dynasty and consolidate rule is a daunting task, perhaps requiring hundreds of years of unremitting effort. It involves political, economic, cultural, military aspects, among others, complex and intertwined.

Yet Xu Qing's style is swift and direct, skilled in striking at the root of problems.

He firmly scanned the crowd, speaking steadily and powerfully: "There are three imminent major tasks. First, delve into the locality, actively seek reliable agents, leveraging their connections and resources, to help us sell the Dynasty's silks, porcelains, and tea."

"These are treasures of our Great Yu Dynasty, greatly loved Overseas. Expanding trade channels not only brings substantial profits but also spreads our dynasty's culture."

"Second, in the locality, buy as much Southern Ocean grain as possible, including various high-yield crops, economic crops, and related planting techniques, at prices higher than local grains. If skilled farmers and craftsmen with expertise in these techniques are found, they must be invited back to the Great Yu Dynasty with high pay, well settled, provided with generous treatment, to help them settle down domestically..."

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