Steel Dynasty - Chapter 378

[Chapter 378: Promotion of rank and title]

When the first ray of sunlight in the morning shone through the gap in the window into the dormitory, Xiao Ming woke up.

Instinctively, he groped behind the quilt and found that he was already gone and out in the cold.

Lying in bed, recalling the spring scenery last night, he couldn’t help but bring a smile to his lips. After so many busy days, this is real life.

But what surprised him was that these two girls knew a lot. It seemed that they really received training in this field in the palace.

Now he finally understood why Xiao Wenxuan was so afraid of losing his throne.

The world’s most prosperous and gentle daughter’s hometown is not the palace compound.

Just as he was thinking about it, the door to the dormitory was pushed open, and Luluo walked in with salt tea for gargling in his mouth.

“Your Highness, are you awake? Pang Changshi has been waiting outside for a long time. He said that all the generals from Shanhaiguan have returned. When will the reward ceremony start?” Luluo looked at Xiao Ming with less green eyes. Astringent, but with the intimacy of a family member.

Having given their whole hearts to Xiao Ming last night, their psychology has naturally changed, from young girls to women overnight.

This change was keenly observed by Xiao Ming. He said to Luluo: “Just let other maids do such things. Now you have to look after the textile workshop and serve me. It’s too hard.”

Luluo smiled. Said: “Those girls are clumsy, I am afraid that they will not be able to serve His Highness well.”

After saying that, Luluo brought the tea to Xiao Ming.

Xiao Ming chuckled twice, then wrapped one around Luluo’s waist and squeezed it.

Lu Luo rolled her eyes at Xiao Ming and said: “Your Highness, Pang Changshi has been waiting for a long time, and the time will be longer

in the future.” After drinking tea, Xiao Ming looked at Lu Luo and was a little surprised. If it had been before, this girl would have blushed a long time ago. , squirming around, but now she is so calm, like a wife serving her husband.

Shaking his head with a wry smile, Xiao Ming went to see Pang Yukun after washing up. Now he pays more attention to government affairs. After all, he needs to work harder to protect him.

Although the barbarians were blocked from Shanhaiguan, they must be looking for opportunities to enter the Central Plains again like hungry wolves.

He has not forgotten the powerful fighting power of the barbarians in Jizhou. If the barbarians seize the opportunity and use the whole country to invade the Great Chongqing Kingdom, the Great Chongqing Kingdom will not be able to survive for long.

Therefore, he is not arrogant enough to think that he is invincible. Before he has reached the military level during World War I, the nomadic people will always be the enemy of the farming people.

What’s more, the current Western powers still surpass him in terms of science and technology, and he still has a long way to go.

In the main hall, Pang Yukun had been waiting for a long time. Xiao Ming went to the main hall and asked about the situation before going to the Governor’s Mansion with him.

After receiving the reward, he will prepare to go to Chang’an.

When he arrived at the Governor’s Mansion, Xiao Ming sent people to the Qingzhou Camp, and then notified the meritorious students of Bowen College to come. At the same time, he asked Li Kaiyuan to call the businessmen who had contributed greatly to the Northern Expedition.

He and Pang Yukun have negotiated in the past few days, and he already has the specific reward quota.

After a whole morning of preparation, Xiao Ming and Pang Yukun held a reward ceremony in the Dudu Mansion in the afternoon.

“Everyone, if you are asked to come here this time, I guess you know the purpose of this meeting.” Xiao Ming said while looking at everyone.

There were people sitting in the Governor’s Mansion from the army, from the Chamber of Commerce, and from Bowen College.

Everyone looked expectantly when they heard this, and all looked at Xiao Ming.

After a pause, Xiao Ming said: “If it weren’t for everyone’s great help in this battle of Jizhou, it is not necessary to say that Jizhou is in danger now, and the Shanhaiguan Pass would not be in my hands now. Therefore, in order to reward you, I will honor it this time. Promise, I will award the title to you all. “

Although he knew it in his heart, everyone was shocked when Xiao Ming said it directly, especially Lin Wentao and others. It can be said that they grinned from ear to ear.

After saying this, Xiao Ming handed over the right to speak to Pang Yukun.

At this time, Pang Yukun stood up and said: “The first is the award of the title, and then there will be the adjustment of Qingzhou’s government affairs.”

After coughing, Pang Yukun looked at Lin Wentao, Liang Yubin and He Cheng, and he read: “Lin Wentao leads the School of Physics He boldly researched and created a hot air balloon and made outstanding contributions in this war. He is hereby granted the title of county viscount, a reward of one thousand taels of silver, and 200 acres of Yongye field. Liang Yubin and He Cheng bravely operated the hot air balloon during the war and provided intelligence to the army. To investigate the enemy’s situation, I will be given the title of county baron, a reward of 500 taels of silver, and 100 acres of Yongye land.”

“Thank you for your great kindness, Your Highness!”

After Pang Yukun finished reading, Lin Wentao stood up suddenly, his whole body trembling with excitement. , Once upon a time, he was just a down-and-out scholar, who might make a living by selling calligraphy throughout his life.

Now he had a title recognized by the government and two hundred acres of Yongye land overnight. This was a great gift to him, and it was a matter of honor for his family.

Liang Yubin and He Cheng were equally excited, while He Cheng burst into tears, which showed their mood at this time. After all, titles like titles are generally not associated with common people, but now they have gotten something they can only dream of.

The purpose of Xiao Ming’s first award to Bowen College this time was to emphasize that technology is the primary productive force. This meeting was recorded by reporters on the spot. After it is published in the newspaper, everyone will understand the importance he attaches to Bowen College.

The reward for Lin Wenyao ended, and then Pang Yukun began to reward Lu Tong, Chen Qi, Zhang Liu, and Song Changping. They were also technical backbones. Among them, Lu Tong and Chen Qi received the title of county magistrate, and Song Changping and Zhang Liu received the title of county magistrate. It is the title of county prince.

After all, Lu Tong and Chen Qi had made the greatest contribution to Qingzhou. From the eyes of everyone, he saw that they had no objection to this reward.

After Bowen Academy, it was the generals of the army who were rewarded.

Pang Yukun turned the conversation to Xiao Ming. He was a very sensible person and he had no involvement in military matters.

Xiao Ming picked up the reward book and looked at Niu Ben, and said: “Captain Niu Ben led the Qingzhou army to defeat the barbarians and made great contributions. He deserves the title of county earl, a reward of ten thousand taels of silver, and two thousand acres of Yongye land. Lu Fei fought bravely. Granted the title of earl of the county, a reward of 2,000 taels of silver, and 600 acres of Yongye land, Luo Xin, the county earl, Qi Guangyi county viscount, Zhu Sansi baron…”

After thinking about it one by one, the generals involved in this war basically got He received various titles, which also proved that Xiao Ming attached great importance to the army and got rid of the pedantic thinking of Dayu State that valued culture over military affairs.

“Thank you for your kindness, your highness. We will serve your highness until we die.” After Xiao Ming finished reading the reward, Niu Ben stood up with a group of generals and saluted Xiao Ming together.

“My glory is loyal!” the last generals shouted loudly.

(End of chapter)