Years: Return to the Leisurely Fishing Village

Chapter 170 Buying a Ship and Firing a Cannon
When it comes to making money, Zhang Yishui's eyes light up, not to mention it's a factory. He feels that it can make money before it even starts.

"Third brother, what kind of factory is this? Can this thing really be mass-produced?"

Tan Shaoyang nodded, "It is possible to make money, but it has to be done step by step. It will not come in a hurry."

"It takes time to build a factory, but since the God of Wealth has offered us an olive branch, even if the factory is not built successfully, a small attempt is still feasible."

"Don't listen to what I say. Just do what you want to do. What you need to consider is where to put your money to get the most development?"

"I have arranged for another truck. By then, the amount of seafood purchased will increase exponentially, and the fish that our four ships can carry will not be enough."

"I am considering taking out a loan to buy a ship. The initial investment is huge, but I have a way to make money, so I am not afraid of taking the risk."

"As for how you arrange it, you can only think about it yourself."

"Whether you use the money to buy land or find a boat to catch fish, these are things that need to be considered and cannot be done blindly."

If you don’t have money, you can’t expand anything.

After listening to his autopsy, Zhang Yishui calmed down and pulled Chen Tingting away. "I'll go back and think about it. Xiangmei, don't stay too long. You have to come back soon."

As soon as Zhang Yishui left, Tan Shaoyang pulled him into his arms. Liu Xiang relaxed and leaned on him, "Isn't it too risky to buy a ship with a loan?"

Tan Shaoyang leaned over to her face and pecked her, then said soothingly, "Don't worry, I can arrange it."

"Although the initial investment is high, the return is very fast, so there is no need to worry about not being able to pay it back."

"You don't have to worry about these things. Just live a comfortable life."

Liu Xiang nodded and turned to Bai Mei, "Is the business that Boss Bai is discussing with you very profitable?" The curiosity in her eyes could no longer be hidden.

Tan Shaoyang had a sly smile on his face and patted her hips. "It all depends on whether we can produce in large quantities. There's more room for development in big cities. If the taste is acceptable to customers, we can make money."

"Is this all you care about? Aren't you worried that I have something else with her?" Tan Shaoyang asked tentatively with a smile on his face.

Liu Xiang shook her head. "I believe you. You won't do anything to let me down!"

"Besides, she's pretty and has a very powerful aura when she stands there. She doesn't look like someone who can fight with you."

"Haven't you noticed? You have a tendency towards male chauvinism and like to have everything under control. Boss Bai is obviously not someone you can control."

Tan Shaoyang looked at Liu Xiang with eyes full of doting. She really knew him very well!

He is indeed a male chauvinist with a strong desire for control, and Bai Mei is indeed a person who is unwilling to give in and wants to be controlled by others.

Two equally strong people never think of controlling each other, but that doesn't mean they can't be entangled together. At least they can cooperate with each other tacitly at certain times.

But Liu Xiang's unconditional trust in him is also a good thing, which can save a lot of trouble.

He knew very well in his heart that Liu Xiang was the person he wanted to spend his life with, so he should keep her clean and pure!
There was a moment when he felt that he was quite a scumbag. Even though he already had Liu Xiang, he still couldn't tell her apart from Bai Mei. He had no feelings for Bai Mei, but he was conquered by her ability in bed.

Later it got messed up again.

Bai Mei's support for him could not be easily put aside. The two had been together for a long time. Since the problem could not be solved, he would just have to find a way to make it right.

"Stay here tonight?"

Liu Xiang shook her head and refused without even thinking, "No, there are too many gossips. My mother will scold me if she finds out."

Tan Shaoyang shrugged, didn't force her, and sent the person over.

After the New Year, Tan Shaoyang was busy applying for loans. It was not easy to get a loan, but the advantage of having a father-in-law was reflected.

It took about two months for the funds to arrive.

Tan Shaoyang then went to see the ship and learned how to operate it. After learning everything he knew, he spent all his money and bought the ship.

3 month 8 day.

The ship docked at the pier, firecrackers rang out, and people from the entire small fishing village came to watch.

They walked around the ship, looking left and right, and touched it curiously.

"Tan Laosan, you are incredible. You bought two boats last year, and this year you bought a steamer. This thing looks quite impressive, but does it run on oil?"

"With such a spacious space, one ship can take on the weight of two or three ships. Wouldn't it be very fast to go out to sea?"

"I've never been on a refueling ship before. It's the only one of its kind in our small fishing village. It really brings honor to the people of our small fishing village."

"Can I go up for a spin? I've never been on a ship in my life. It's quite rare."

"Are we going to set off fireworks at home?"

Tan Shaoyang naturally agreed readily. There was such a custom in the village that when someone's family had a happy event, the men would go over to set off firecrackers. It was partly to join in the fun, but it was also to offer congratulations.

"Come on if you have time, and help out while you're at it."

"If you don't mind, please take a ride on the ship. I will take you for a tour and let you experience the speed of the ship together."

"I was born and lived by the sea. When I travel far away in the future, I can tell people how it feels to be on a ship when they ask me about it."

With Tan Shaoyang's invitation, they naturally went to the ship one after another. They had wanted to go in the first place, but because the ship was so new, they did not dare to ask.

Now, the host was personally inviting her, so how could she refuse? With a look of excitement on her face, she said joyfully, "I have never been on a refueling ship before, so I must take one."

"And I, and I, you can't leave me behind."

"I can show off when I go out on the ship."

"There are many villages near the sea, but ours is the only one that is so prosperous! From now on, people who say they are from a small fishing village will feel proud!"

Everyone rushed to get on board, fearing that if they were a step slow, the ship wouldn't be able to carry so many people and they wouldn't have a chance to try. After all, it was the first steamship in the history of their small fishing village!

Tan Shaoyang did not stop them. The villagers were willing to come and join in the fun, which showed that they respected him. If they did not want to get involved, he would have to consider whether there was something wrong with their character!
I told them to be careful and not fall off the boat.

Everyone is curious, and it is better to satisfy it now than to do it secretly.

After all the people who wanted to join in the fun had gotten in, Tan Shaoyang also followed into the driver's seat. With the experience from his previous life and the training he had received, he was followed by the experienced Tan's father and Jiu Ye.

Avoiding areas with reefs, we set sail easily.

Sitting on the boat, in the blink of an eye the small fishing village was left far behind.

Looking at the endless ocean in front of him, Jiu Ye's eyes would not even move. If the two boys in his family could have half the potential of Tan Lao San, he would be willing to do so even with his eyes closed. But in the end, they are not even as good as one of them.

The two brothers killed each other and lived like enemies.

Those who are living in poverty nowadays typically bring it upon themselves, and he doesn't even want to say anything.

"Old Tan, you are really capable. You have raised your child to be so promising."

"The eldest and second oldest are living a happy life, and the third oldest has several ships under his control. He doesn't have to worry about the future and can look forward to enjoying the blessings of his children and grandchildren." "Unlike me, I have made a mess of my life. The brothers are not harmonious, and I have become the one who is despised. It's really sad to think about it."

Father Tan waved his hands and said modestly, "These are all their good fortunes. It is inevitable for a family to have some bumps and bruises. The third child in my family lives a spacious life, so I built a spacious house for the two eldest children in the family so that they can live alone."

"When we are apart, conflicts are reduced. It's the same principle as "far away is fragrant but near is smelly". Without conflicts, the relationship will be more harmonious."

Lao Jiu nodded. Everyone understood the truth, but it was not something that could be easily changed. After all, the child was grown up and could not be controlled just because one wanted to.

An idea came to his mind, and he asked, "Old Third! Now that you have this luxurious ship, do you want to keep the two fishing boats at home?"

"If you don't want to keep it, can you sell it to me?"

Tan Shaoyang was stunned for a moment, then replied, "Master Jiu, you are a step too slow. The two ships have been booked."

"My eldest and second sons saved up money to buy one, and then each of us got one boat. My cousin bought the remaining one."

"Why don't you go look for something else? If you can buy a ship, you can also have the capital to survive."

"But based on the two brothers' situations, I suggest you either don't buy one or buy two, otherwise there will be more lessons to learn from the past."

He must take care of his family first.

When he first started buying the ship, he asked the eldest and second sons and gave them room to choose. Fortunately, this time, Mrs. Tan did not hesitate and agreed to their decision readily.

It is indeed better to have one boat per person. You can ask two people to go out to sea on the boat, or go on a couple's boat. These are all options.

The former can get more goods, and the latter can also satisfy the survival of a family.

No matter what choice they make, Tan Shaoyang will not interfere. He can point out a clear path, but how to choose the way to make money is their own decision.

How could Master Jiu not understand the truth?

His face was full of worry. According to his family's financial resources, buying one boat would already empty their savings, so how could they possibly buy two?
But I'm just asking tentatively. If there's no chance, then forget it.

Tan Shaoyang drove the boat around on the sea at a very fast speed. In the blink of an eye, he had sailed a long distance away.

After walking around, he returned to the dock, locked the boat, and then stepped onto the deck, looking at the villagers who were still discussing.

Everyone was having a lively discussion, but the moment they saw him come up, they all started asking questions non-stop.

"Old Three, what is this?"

Tan Shaoyang glanced at the crane and explained, "This is a set of fishing tools I specially arranged. It can catch more goods."

"The power of machinery is more powerful than that of manpower. Even goods worth hundreds of dollars can be easily hooked up."

They were also shown the storage hold, which was wider and could hold more cargo.

"After all, it's a fuel-consuming ship. If it carries too little cargo, it won't be able to sustain its expenses."

Not only does he have to use nets to catch large goods, he also has to arrange people to go down to sea to fish. After completing the whole process, the harvest from a trip to the sea is definitely significant.

The villagers are tired of talking about their envy.

"Tan Lao San, you have to make a lot of money. You will soon become a millionaire!"

"You are truly a disciple who surpasses your master. Even your father is not as capable as you."

Tan Shaoyang waved his hand, "Uncle, I dare not think about the affairs of the millionaire. This ship was bought with a loan, and now it is still heavily in debt!"

"I got the loan with my father-in-law as a guarantor. I'm going to try my luck while I'm still young. When I get married, I won't let her suffer any grievances."

"As for when we can make money, I'm still not sure!"

It's another loan, and a loan of tens of thousands of dollars. This is not something that ordinary people can afford. Just hearing about it makes me scared. It's a height that they can never reach.

After hearing this, the villagers sighed, "Young people are really brave. We old people don't have the courage to do this."

We had boarded the boat and understood what we needed to know. There was no need to stay here, so we all got off the boat.

Tan Shaoyang slaughtered the pig left by Grandma Tan, and paid for it, leaving it to the old lady as a treasure.

A lot of people came to help.

The sound of firecrackers also came one after another.

The Tan family became lively.

All my good friends came too.

Even Liu Xiang helped to serve tea and water, showing her hostess's aura.

Tan Shaoyang brought this person here specially. She will be the one from now on, so there is nothing that cannot be made public.

We eat too much seafood, but there must still be steamed fish, blanched shrimp, soft and tasty braised pork, and a pot of braised kidneys on the table.

Every part of a pig is distributed evenly, so nothing is wasted.

Also buy some wine and make sure everything is arranged properly.

While eating, Tan Shaoyang secretly selected suitable people to go with the boat. He had to choose those who were reliable, would not cause trouble, and were in good health.

It is clear who is reliable and who is not.

Now that they have bought a boat, they must go out to sea frequently, which can be considered a way for the villagers to make money.

The villagers obviously understood this truth, and under the influence of alcohol, they loudly asked about the recruitment matter.

"Tan Laosan, do you still need people and boats? Do you think I can do it?"

Tan Shaoyang looked at him and declined, "Uncle, you are the only one who drinks all day long, so don't get involved. I still have to pay off the loan, and I can't afford the risk."

"If the small fish and shrimp caught in the net are rare, you can get them to eat anytime. They will be considered as my contribution to the side dishes."

"Thank you, nephew, for coming to support us. Come, let's clink glasses." The clinking of glasses showed great respect.

Tan Shaoyang said openly, "I bought this ship with a loan, and everyone knows that I have to pay for it! I can't take any risks. If there is anything uncomfortable with the arrangement, please forgive me."

"We have to pick the right people. They have to be strong. People with weak constitutions definitely can't do it. They also have to be steady and reliable in their work."

"Let's just eat and drink happily today, don't worry about this, we'll see later!"

Tan Shaoyang never has any reservations when it comes to what he says or does. He knows very well who can be employed and who cannot be employed. It is not an easy task for anyone to shamelessly rely on him.

Everyone obviously understood the situation and was too lazy to do anything so embarrassing, so the atmosphere was harmonious.

(End of this chapter)