Fourth Master, upon receiving the reports, did not pay much attention.
They were merely pirates, a trifling and petty bunch. Now that they had been captured, he couldn't be bothered to deal with them for the time being.
After conducting a test sail, Fourth Master comprehensively reviewed the Naval Forces and then decreed the full opening of the Fujian coastline.
Instantly, the people erupted in cheers and leaps of joy.
Their lives had always depended on this vast ocean. Decades ago, Emperor Kangxi had imposed the sea ban, leaving many of them without a means of livelihood.
Those who left, those who changed professions, few had fared well.
Now, with Emperor Yongzheng lifting the sea ban, they could once again enjoy the better days of the past. They were truly moved.
At that point, Fourth Master made his way back to Quanzhou.
