Steel Dynasty - Chapter 379

[Chapter 379 Army Expansion]

The atmosphere in the Governor’s Mansion became increasingly lively.

Everyone’s face was filled with smiles. Those who had received the title exchanged glances with each other. They were all happy, and those who had received the title had expectations in their eyes.

Xiao Ming’s eyes swept over everyone’s faces.

To him, this title is just a title, but to these commoner generals, it means a lot. After all, the title symbolizes honor, while silver and Yongye fields symbolize wealth.

He gave these generals such rich wealth that they could live comfortably and make it more difficult for them to be bribed by their enemies.

For him, he won’t lose much at all. Now the six states have fewer people and more land. Giving them these cultivated lands can also promote agricultural production.

After awarding the general, Xiao Ming turned to Pang Yukun and said: “Pang Changshi, you have been with me the longest, and it is Xiao He who has been with me for the longest time. You have taken care of all the logistics and government affairs yourself, and now I have also given you the title of county uncle.” Title.”

“Your Highness, this…” Pang Yukun was shocked.

When discussing the knighthood, he never included himself in it. He didn’t expect that Xiao Ming was thinking about him, and he was a little at a loss for a while.

To be honest, he was very envious of the knighthood given to Niu Ben and others, but considering the overall situation, he was not jealous.

Now Xiao Ming suddenly said this, making him feel complicated for a moment.

“You don’t have to refuse. This king owes you this, and your contribution to Qingzhou is no less than that of the generals.”

Hearing this, Niu Ben and other generals nodded. They still respected Pang Yukun from the bottom of their hearts, and Pang Yukun is an honest man, and receiving a reward at this time can improve his life.

“Thank you, Your Highness.” Pang Yukun choked with sobs.

Recalling the days after arriving in Qingzhou, he was deeply touched for a moment. He believed that Qingzhou’s bright future was waiting for them.

Patting Pang Yukun on the shoulder, Xiao Ming then looked at Zhan Xingchang and said, “Zhan Xingchang, you don’t think the title of county uncle is low.”

“Your Highness, Captain Lu Fei is just a county uncle. This official is already grateful for this title,” Zhan Xingchang said with a smile.

He knew that his qualifications were still relatively low, and if he was awarded too high a title, it would inevitably cause dissatisfaction among others.

It is generally accepted that Niu Ben and Pang Yukun are King Qi’s right-hand men, and there is nothing to be jealous of.

Xiao Ming nodded when he heard this, and then he awarded Chen Wenlong some officials.

At the end, he looked at Li Kaiyuan and the two businessmen.

He also included businessmen in the list of rewards for this time. The reason was for no other reason than to attract wealthy businessmen from the Chongqing Kingdom to settle in Qingzhou and transfer their industries to Qingzhou.

Although Xiao Ming has its own industrial system, Dayu also has traditional handicraft industries, such as textiles, dyeing, papermaking, food oil and other industries.

He does not need to create these ready-made industries, he only needs to attract businessmen to relocate their industries in other places to Qingzhou.

As for the technological improvement of the industry, it is another matter.

“Li Kaiyuan, the title of county earl.” Xiao Ming said with a smile.

Li Kaiyuan had been restless when the reward was awarded just now. After all, merchants had suffered long-term discrimination and had low self-esteem. Li Kaiyuan was a little worried that he would not be able to get the title.

When Xiao Ming said this title, Li Kaiyuan relaxed completely. He stood up, trembling his lips and looking like he was about to cry, “Thank you for your great kindness, your highness. I will never forget it.”

Xiao Ming laughed. Laughing, when I asked Li Kaiyuan to take over the Chamber of Commerce, I promised to treat him equally, and this is also a reward.

Finally, he turned his attention to the two most special people at this meeting, one was Ding Wu and the other Dai Zixing.

He called these two people here after careful consideration.

Both of them were businessmen from other places, and both of them later joined the Qingzhou household registration, and they had a lot of money to support the Northern Expedition.

Especially Ding Wu, Li San has already investigated him, and he is Ding Wanquan’s son.

Now he has knighted the two of them, which will greatly stimulate the enthusiasm of merchants.

“Ding Wu, County Baron, Dai Zixing, County Baron.”

Xiao Ming looked at the two of them and said slowly.

Ding Wu and Dai Zixing felt uncomfortable from the moment they entered the Governor’s Mansion. The people in front of them were all officials and generals under the command of King Qi, all of whom had high status.

They are nothing in front of these people. ‘

But even though they were a little nervous, they were also anxious and anxious about the title.

“Thank you for your kindness, Your Highness.” Ding Wu and Dai Zixing looked at each other and stood up, “We will do our best to be loyal to Your Highness and make greater contributions to Qingzhou.”

Xiao Ming nodded and asked the two to sit down, “The merchant was selected Of course, in my eyes, you two are role models for merchants. Qingzhou merchants will need to work harder in the future.”

Ding Wu and Dai Zixing nodded at the same time, their faces flushed with excitement.

After looking at the book of awards, Xiao Ming asked the students and merchants to leave first.

What he wants to talk about next is government affairs.

“Now that the reward is over, let’s talk about the fiefdom. Feng Shilang has arrived in Qingzhou, and I will go to Chang’an in a few days. During this period, you have to keep an eye on the fiefdom for me.”

Pang Yukun He nodded and said: “Your Highness is going to Chang’an now. The wedding is the official business. If His Highness can give birth to an heir as soon as possible, the six states will be more stable.”

Hearing this, Xiao Ming rolled his eyes. Pang Yukun’s mind was full of the tricks of the court. The princess was discussing children before she was born. This was the same as the minister asking the emperor to have a son.

If he died suddenly that day, these guys wouldn’t be like headless birds.

Although he was helpless and wanted to slap Pang Yukun, Xiao Ming understood that this was the helplessness of the feudal dynasty. After all, these people were following him for their money and life.

However, he did not accept Pang Yukun’s advice. Instead, he said: “Pang Changshi, I am going to Chang’an. You have to handle the matter of Youzhou and the victims properly. Cooperate with the military recruitment. There are still some unsatisfactory people among these victims.” It is their ideal for young people who are willing to farm to join the army.”

“Yes, Your Highness.” Pang Yukun nodded.

Then Xiao Ming said: “The potatoes will probably be harvested when I come back. During this time, you have to keep an eye on the slave plantation.”

Pang Yukun nodded again.

Xiao Ming looked at Niu Ben again and said: “Captain Niu, you have to pay attention to the formation of the Youzhou Army. Now that Youzhou is in our hands, the number of our troops should also be expanded. After all, the current army is already stretched thin. The army expansion must start now.”

“Yes.” Niu Ben nodded,

and then Xiao Ming said: “Also, the muskets have been installed in the army. From now on, you must focus on building the firearms army.”

(End of this chapter)