Chapter 498 Treasure Island So even though Lin Che never told lies, Zhu Ping still couldn't believe it. There is a 'world-class' iron mine on the grassland, and there is just enough coal that can be used to make iron. He still clearly remembered the last time his husband used similar words to describe mineral deposits. However, when Lin Che faced Zhu Ming's doubts, she once again revealed a big revelation: "I want to have fun, so why would I make up something that doesn't exist and lie to you?" "In the place occupied by Beiyuan today, there are not only iron and coal, but also various gold, silver and copper mines, and the reserves are quite large." "And these mineral deposits are not very deep. It's just that the barbarians are not capable enough, so they have never discovered the existence of these mines." Lin Che remembered very clearly that the mineral deposits deep in Mobei were extremely rich. In the future, it will directly become a pillar industry here. "What? Not only coal and iron, but also gold and silver, and even copper, which is scarce in our Ming Dynasty?"

Zhu Xi exclaimed and drank all the wine in the bowl. Then he looked at Lin Che with burning eyes and said, "Sir, can you draw the place where the mineral deposit is located so that the students can admire it?" Lin Che glanced at Zhu Xi strangely, wondering why this kid was so excited. He curled his lips and said, "Even if you know where those mines are, you have no chance to dig them." "In a few decades, once the Ming God of War appears, the Ming Dynasty will no longer have the ability to conquer Mobei." Zhu Xi, who was in high spirits, was stunned for a moment when Lin Che suddenly said 'The God of War of the Ming Dynasty'. However, Lin Che just complained a few words, then took out paper and pen, and after Zhu Chong helped to grind the ink, she quickly drew out the entire border of the Ming Dynasty and Mobei. As for the locations of those mineral deposits, he marked them with ink dots and topographic features. The reason why Lin Che drew it in such detail was just to use it for teaching purposes. He pointed at the largest ink dot and said, "Have you seen this wave? This is the largest lake in Mobei. Not far away is the world-class iron mine, and the coal mine is not far from here." With the specific map in hand, Zhu Xi broke into a cold sweat when he heard Lin Che's explanation. Even though he doesn't know anything about smelting, as long as there is iron and coal, this place can be regarded as a standard Longxing place. If Beiyuan discovers the mineral deposits here, then in time, when these barbarians go south to the Central Plains, I am afraid they will all turn into fully armed heavy cavalry! Zhu Xi couldn't help but shudder as he imagined the scene of overwhelming cavalry charging towards him. He looked around, as if he was worried that someone would hear their conversation, and then Bei Yuan's spies would transmit it back to the grassland. Then Ming Dynasty will probably suffer a catastrophe. Lin Che didn't care at all and continued to point out the land and gold, silver and copper mines occupied by Beiyuan. Then he snorted: "It's also these barbarians who have no destiny. They have been sitting on the treasure mountain for thousands of years without discovering the treasure at their feet." However, as she said this, Lin Che glanced at Brother Zhu Fang. He reminded them: "It's best not to make any noise when you go out, otherwise the people of Beiyuan will know about it. I don't know if the people in Beiyuan will know. The emperor knows that he is treating you blindly, so he will definitely not spare you."

Zhu Xi, who had already realized how important this matter was, faced Lin Che's reminder. He immediately pressed Little Zhu Bai's head and promised, "Sir, we will definitely keep this matter secret. No, we didn't hear anything today." As he spoke, Zhu Xi snatched the map drawn by Lin Che and quickly crumpled it into a ball when turning around. He took out a ball of paper that had already softened from his sleeve, replaced it with the real map, and then threw the paper ball onto the burning charcoal. After the paper ball turned into ashes under the flames, Zhu Xi asked Lin Che: "Sir, this picture is too important, so I can only destroy it. You won't blame me, right?" Lin Che had long been used to it, and Zhu Xi behaved in a startled manner. Seeing that the paper had been burnt to ashes, he shrugged and said, "As long as you know how to keep it secret, that's all." Zhu Fang held the replaced map, feeling a little guilty and wanted to make a few more promises to Lin Che. However, Zhu Bai asked curiously: "Sir, I wonder if, besides Mobei, there are any world-class minerals you mentioned in our Ming Dynasty or in the surrounding vassal states?" Zhu Bai actually didn't care at all about the mineral deposits. He just wanted to divert Lin Che's attention away from the mine in Mobei that he just mentioned. In order to avoid discovering that Zhu Ping secretly changed the map. However, when Lin Che heard this question, she started drawing the map again. He smiled while painting: "Since we talked about iron mines today, there is really a world-class iron mine close to my Ming Dynasty." Zhu Xi, who was originally thinking about how to keep the Mobei Minerals a secret, suddenly became a little stupid when he heard this. He glanced at Zhu Bai, who was also confused, and blamed this guy for asking random questions. What if Lin Che pointed out a super mine in a restless barbarian land. I don’t know if any of the school captains who were protecting me from outside heard it. If they heard something they shouldn’t have heard, they would be arrested and interrogated no matter what. While Zhu Xi was thinking about it, Zhu Bai took a look at the map drawn by Lin Che. He couldn't help but exclaimed: "Sir, there is such a big island so close to us!" "Island? It's not an exaggeration to say it's a continent!" When Lin Che heard Zhu Bai's shocked words, she smiled slightly and said, "This area covers a total of million square kilometers." "It is about the same size as our Ming Dynasty today, and there is also a large iron mine on the island that can be mined for thousands of years." "The reserves of various other gold, silver, and copper mines are also quite abundant. It can be said that this place is a continent composed of mines." After Zhu Xi heard Lin Che's words, he quickly looked at the newly drawn map. "This gives us a perfect opportunity to seize the island's minerals." After hearing this, Zhu Ping asked with some concern: "Sir, the island is sparsely populated. How do the islanders protect their minerals? What are our chances of gaining their trust?" Lin Che thought for a moment and replied: "We can contact Treasure Island through diplomatic means and reward mutually beneficial cooperation." "We can send envoys to negotiate with the island's rulers and win their support and trust."

“In addition, we can also provide them with various discounts in exchange for their cooperation.” "Of course, if all diplomatic efforts fail, we can also consider using military means." Zhu Ping nodded and said, "Sir, what you said makes sense." "But to what extent do we need to be able to capture Treasure Island? What preparations do we need to make?" (End of this chapter)