Good Landlord of the Tang Dynasty.

Summary

The caravan heads to Taozhou, a region rich in agricultural potential but sparsely populated due to war. Zhang Chao sees the opportunity for trade with Hu merchants at a strategic river peninsula. Despite a rough road, plans for a floating bridge facilitate trade. Merchants from various tribes arrive, and Zhang Chao organizes exchanges using tea and sheep as trading units. Negotiations yield favorable rates, allowing Han merchants to profit significantly from the tea-horse trade. The market thrives as goods are exchanged, reflecting the cautious yet optimistic approach to reviving commerce in the area.

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