Global colonization began with Ming Dynasty pirates.

"Second Uncle, if we just want to make a living, it doesn't matter whether we raise a banner or build a gang. With the uncles and the younger brothers who will grow up as the backbone, this family can definitely survive and make a living for more than ten years."

Lin Hao took out the nautical chart from his pocket again, spread it out skillfully, and then began to paint a picture—no, to describe the future prospects.

"But what about us? We didn't go into business just to make a living. If that were the only reason, we could have quit long ago. Uncle has plenty of money, why doesn't he buy a few dozen acres of land and start enjoying life?"

"Ahem, let's get down to business, stop rambling on about these trivial things." The second uncle blushed, not because his nephew had hit the nail on the head, but because the money he had wasn't just the annual dividend. He wondered if his nephew knew something.

"The silver at sea is endless, and we've only earned this little bit. I'm sure my second and third uncles are not satisfied, and I am even more dissatisfied."

Lin Hao pointed to the large amount of land marked as unclaimed territory on the nautical chart and said:

"There are so many unclaimed lands in this world, these are the real gold and silver mountains that will last forever. What are those dry silver pieces compared to this? Looking at these unclaimed lands, I feel so sorry for them. Why can those red-haired people run around the world and grab land, while we are begging for food while guarding a golden rice bowl?"

Just like we said that night, we didn't become pirates to be pirates forever. Our purpose in becoming pirates is to rob ships and silver, and then use that silver to recruit people, expand colonies, and build an everlasting legacy for our Lin family.

To achieve all this, we can't do it alone. We need a lot of capable people to join us, and we even need to share some of the pie with them. Only in this way can we unite the majority of people and ultimately achieve an unprecedented great undertaking for our Lin family.

"When the time comes, Second Uncle and Third Uncle, why would you still need to buy land? I'll just appoint you as island lords, with tens of thousands of acres of fertile land and tens of thousands of tenant farmers all supporting you alone. Wouldn't that be wonderful?"

"Hiss~" The two brothers, Lin Chengbi and Lin Chengfeng, were so surprised by the big pancake that they gasped. Then they couldn't help but imagine the scene and became a little obsessed.

But at the same time, it felt vaguely familiar. It seemed like someone had made similar promises to them before, then persuaded them to go into maritime trade. It was such a familiar formula.

"Ahem, you're getting more and more outrageous, kid. Look how you've fooled your two uncles. Gangs it is, is there anything else you want to say besides gangs?"

Lin Chengzong glared at Lin Hao. This guy's boasting was getting more and more outrageous. No wonder he didn't want to take the imperial examination. His ambition was too great.

"That's all. We'll set up several branches within the gang, each responsible for a specific area, so we can allocate resources more effectively."

Lin Hao said with a smile.

"How many branches do you plan to establish?" Lin Chengzong asked casually.

"Three are tentatively chosen: one War Hall to handle military affairs, which I prefer my third uncle to take over; one Commerce Hall to handle trade affairs, which I prefer my second uncle to take over; and one Inner Hall to handle all the gang's logistical matters..."

"Oh, so this inner hall is reserved for me?" Lin Chengzong continued.

"No, what I mean is, this inner room is for Uncle Lind, let him be in charge."

"You little brat, what am I supposed to do then?" Lin Chengzong said with dissatisfaction.

"Father, you're the gang leader." Lin Hao said speechlessly.

"Oh? There's such a good thing. I thought you were planning to become the gang leader yourself? Well, it's good that you're the gang leader. Anyway, you're the one who comes up with the ideas." Lin Chengzong didn't have any thoughts about becoming the gang leader. Instead, he hoped that Lin Hao could take on the responsibility. Anyway, he usually listened to Lin Hao.

"Ahem, my father is still alive, how dare I overstep my bounds? Besides, I'm only 16 years old, too young to be the gang leader. My father, on the other hand, is imposing, has an outstanding presence, and is the head of the family. Who else could be the gang leader but you? We can't just pull out my old grandfather to be the gang leader, can we?"

Lin Hao has no intention of becoming the gang leader right now. His father is in his prime and is the perfect candidate to take the lead. It's best for him to play it safe and develop his strength.

"Then what are you doing? Why didn't you assign yourself a position?" Lin Chengzong was very satisfied with Lin Hao's answer.

"Of course, Father, you are the leader, so naturally I am the young leader. I will assist you," Lin Hao said matter-of-factly.

The young leader may seem to care about nothing, but in reality, he can manage everything. This is the most suitable position for him. Otherwise, if he were given a position in the Internal Affairs Hall or the War Hall, he would not be able to get involved in other matters.

The biggest advantage of the Lin family is that they have me, a transmigrator with full access to the map and the ability to foresee the future. I must be in a position that has a complete overview of the situation.

Moreover, even though there are only three halls now, as the number of people increases in the future, more subdivided halls will naturally be opened, and the power of the hall master will gradually shrink.

"What about your teenagers? How are they being arranged?" Lin Chengzong asked again.

"They've been learning from me for so long, it's only natural that they should go out and do things themselves. It would be a real waste to keep using them as thugs." This is also why Lin Hao can rest assured. With the boys scattered to various specific gangs, he can have better control over everything.

"This is wonderful. They can all read and do math. It would be perfect if they could come out and work. I asked you for them before, but you were always reluctant to give them to me. I didn't expect you to be willing to give them to me now." Uncle San teased. He used to be in charge of the Lin family's maritime trade procurement and transactions, and he was very envious of the young men in Lin Hao's hands.

"They were all too young before, and releasing them would only cause trouble for Uncle San. This time, I only plan to release the oldest ones. The rest will have to train with me."

Lin Hao plans to send out all those who have been with him for more than three years to work elsewhere, while keeping the rest by his side to learn for a while longer.

At the same time, Lin Hao was also considering recruiting a new group of teenagers to strengthen his team.

"Father, once you've fully recovered, we'll choose an auspicious day to announce the formation of the Four Seas Gang and officially raise our banner!"

"Alright, Hao'er, you can arrange it as you see fit," Lin Chengzong readily agreed.

......

Songshan in Funing was where Fenghuomen Water Fortress, one of the five major water fortresses in Fujian, was located.

At this moment, inside a barracks in the water fortress.

"This old servant greets young master." The old man who had appeared on Twin Peaks Island bowed respectfully to a burly man.

"Oh, why aren't you at home taking care of the old man? What are you doing here?" The burly man, dressed in a brown outfit, was carefully wiping a Japanese sword.

He was Shen Wangshu, the fourth young master of the Shen family, who was the current head of the family. Unfortunately, he did not like to study, so his family spent money to get him the position of captain in this water fortress.

"Young Master, there is great news on this trip."

The Shen family steward then informed the Lin family of their affairs, as well as the fact that the family head had already contacted the pirates of Twin Peaks Island.

"What does Father mean? Since the pirates have already taken care of it, why are you still looking for me?" Shen Wangshu asked, puzzled.

"What the master means is that the Lin family has caused such a huge mess that the prefect will definitely send the navy to wipe them out. At that time, please ask the young master to take on this task."

"You mean you want the pirates of Twin Peaks Island to hand over the Lin family to me, and then credit it to me? I like this idea. If I spend some money, maybe I can even get a promotion." Shen Wangshu immediately became excited.

"Young Master only guessed half right. It's not one credit, but two: the suppression of the Lin family pirates who were causing chaos in Ningde and the Shuangfeng Island pirates who were entrenched on Shuangfeng Island and wreaking havoc in the countryside."

"This time, Zhou Daye is going to attack the Lin family. Regardless of the outcome, both families will inevitably suffer heavy losses. No matter who wins now, the Shen family will win twice in the end."

"Haha, two credits! Then my position is definitely going to be promoted. Someone, pass down the order: I want to personally train the Erlangs."

Shen Wangshu was overjoyed. Who wouldn't love credit delivered to their door? He had to hurry up and train those guys, otherwise, with the laziness of his men, they would even let the cooked duck run away.