On the third day after inspecting the armory, Xu Changqing replenished more than 100 people for Qi Dashan and them.

Among them, there are twenty old blacksmiths, as well as more than 50 of their sons, nephews, and apprentices, all of whom have been transferred from the cold weapon workshop.

The rest are all young people, all of whom Xu Changqing has personally selected from among the children of many craftsmen, who will become the new apprentices of the firearms workshop.

With sixty or seventy experienced blacksmiths to add, Qi Dashan's efficiency will definitely increase greatly.

However, in this era, craftsmanship is confidential, and it is the guarantee of survival, and it is basically 'passed on to men and not to women', and it is basically impossible to pass it on to the outside.

For this point, Xu Changqing also found a breakthrough plan after careful consideration.

That is to let Qi Dashan and other old craftsmen invest in technology and give them a share.

For each qualified bird gun, Qi Dashan has a share of two coins of silver, and other craftsmen also have one or half a penny.

At first glance, this may not seem like much, but as long as the number goes up, the income is quite substantial.

Qi Dashan and they are not stupid, so they naturally know what this means.

Soon, this technical barrier was broken, and the firearms workshop was enthusiastic and vowed to do a great job.

At the same time, Xu Changqing also selected 20 strong women to join the firearms workshop and began to develop gunpowder.

Now there is still a shortage of manpower under Xu Changqing, and the main force in Liaodong has not yet come.

After Xu Changqing carefully inspected the camp, he found that there was indeed a shortage of strong men, but there were many strong women.

It was obviously a pity that these labors were wasted, and when they heard that Xu Changqing gave them eight coins of silver per month, these strong women were crazy with joy, and they did not hesitate to join.

As a result, the first batch of dual-income families began to appear in the camp, and it seems that they have begun to enter a well-off situation.

Firearms workshops are gradually becoming more and more worry-free.

At the end of the first month, as the weather gradually began to ease, the Xiaomashan Quarry located in the southeast of the camp officially opened, including the brick kiln entering the formal preparation stage, and the official start of land distribution affairs, Xu Changqing was completely busy.

Even with the assistance of Yang Zhongliang and Uncle Zhong, many of these things still need Xu Changqing to do it himself.

Originally, Xu Changqing didn't want to use stone, after all, stone was heavy and expensive, and there was no era of reinforced concrete, which was actually very wasteful, not as strong as he thought, far less good than bricks, and cheap.

But after several meetings with Yang Zhongliang, Uncle Zhong, Uncle Hong, and Uncle Guang, Xu Changqing was defeated.

Because of the geographical location, Xu Changqing's camp not only had to build a marine wharf, but also a river wharf, including the construction of a flood control dam!

Although the Ming Dynasty has been mostly drought in recent years, and the Daqing River looks docile, they found that the Daqing River disasters are frequent.

Fire and water are ruthless.

The flood was no joke.

Xu Changqing didn't want the camp he had worked so hard to build would be flooded back to before liberation at that time.

This is where quarrying is necessary!

Of course, the stones near the Iron Gate Pass are basically worthless granite and bluestone, and they are all small stones of average quality, Xu Changqing's subordinates are now stonemasons, and there are enough slaves to work, so there is no big problem for the time being.

But the land issue is a real headache.

Mother Yang sold all the Xu family's property and came here with Xu Changqing, even though the Xu family's industry will fall into Xu Changqing's hands sooner or later, but this thing is still a yard at least for now.

Xu Changqing must ensure the interests of the Xu family.

Including many sons and daughters.

It's a pity that there is land now, but no one cultivates it, including Zhu Youdi's previous tenants, and many of the lands are in a state of abandonment.

Even if everyone has almost planned the land division, it is still impossible to catch up with this year's spring ploughing!

Especially the sons and daughters under Xu Changqing, most of the family members are in Liaodong, and it will be at least March or April to rush over, which is still the best estimate.

Conservative estimates, July and August, and even August. In September, they were all able to come over.

This also made Xu Changqing understand that he could not implement a set of yeoman farmers now, and he still had to focus on a similar company system.

Otherwise, it is simply impossible to move forward.

Xu Changqing is indeed not good at farming, but Xu Changqing is very slippery in business.

Leaving the matter of land division to Yang Zhongliang and Uncle Zhong, Xu Changqing was only responsible for the general direction and final review, and concentrated more energy on the creation of the army and the general environment.

……

In a flash, February has passed.

After more than a month of construction, the camp basically has the appearance of a city, of course, it is only an outline, and the sewer project has not yet been completed.

After more than a month of preparation, Xu Changqing's fleet to Haoao is finally ready.

The fleet consisted of five large sand boats, two clippers to escort them, and more than 600 soldiers and sailors, with 50,000 taels of silver scraped together!

Xu Changqing originally wanted to go in person, but after thinking about it carefully, he still gave up this idea, and he really couldn't leave the camp.

Instead, Uncle Zhong personally led the team, and Ergou and Zhao Qiliang led 200 soldiers to assist.

But this is clearly not enough.

Not to mention that Xu Changqing's flat-bottomed sand ship navigation ability is quite limited, the pirate heroes along the way can make the fleet drink a good pot.

Shen Tingyang's face may be good in Beiyang, but in the south, it is the territory of the big brother.

For this reason, Xu Changqing also specially went to visit Li Jianjun in Zhanhua to ask for a holy decree.

Of course, this is only a secret message.

But Xu Changqing was still not at ease, so he ordered Uncle Guang to go by land and prepare a generous gift to Anping to meet the eldest brother of the official.

No way.

Even if Xu Changqing is a traverser, he is even more famous in the world at this time, but in the face of the current situation, he can only choose to bow his head first and follow the convention.

Seeing off the fleet, Xu Changqing breathed a sigh of relief.

Return to the temporary official residence that has been moved to the outskirts of the city, and start checking the newspaper of the past few days.

But after watching it for a while, Xu Changqing directly threw the newspaper aside, rubbing his temples tiredly.

At the end of the first month, Zhang Xianzhong couldn't sit still, in several county towns in Huguang Lianke, Huguang's officers and soldiers were slipped like rabbits, and the soldier Chen Xinjia had already issued a strict order to exterminate Zhang Xianzhong before spring ploughing.

However, this is obviously impossible!

Looking at Zhang Xianzhong's activity route, at this time, he should already have the idea of entering Sichuan.

And Zhang Xianzhong can only be regarded as a small fight, and Li Ye of the Central Plains is a big deal.

At this time, Li Ye had gathered more than 100,000 people, and he was about to move in the direction of Kaifeng, and it was no surprise that this would be the third time he had surrounded Kaifeng City.

Although Liaoxi and Shengjing's side didn't make much movement at this time, it was not surprising that Dolgon should have sat firmly on the throne under his ass.

This made Xu Changqing feel a sense of powerlessness.

If you want to change, it's hard!

While thinking about it, a Ying Ying Qianying quietly walked in and brought Xu Changqing a bowl of lotus seed soup: "Xu Lang, you're tired." Take a break, I'll help you press your head. ”

Looking at Li Youwei's concerned pretty face, Xu Changqing's heart was slightly soothed, and he took Li Youwei in his arms with a smile and kissed her pretty face.

Li Youwei's pretty face suddenly turned red, and she whispered softly in refusal: "Xu Lang, it's not dark yet......"

Xu Changqing smiled, but hugged Li Youwei harder, "Youwei, stay with me for a while." ”

Li Youwei's delicate body was stunned, and immediately, her gaze at Xu Changqing couldn't help but be more gentle, and she nodded heavily, "Hmm." ”

The world only knows that the man in front of him is unparalleled in the world, but who knows the effort and hard work he has put in?

The two embraced each other quietly, enjoying a rare peace in this simple study.

But not long after, Yang Zhongliang's voice came from outside the door: "Miss Rui'er, I'm tired of it, the old man has something important to see the handsome." ”

Xu Changqing and Li Youwei glanced at each other, and were a little speechless for a while.

Seeing that Xu Changqing was still reluctant, Li Youwei smiled, and said with a slightly red face: "At night, come to me at night." ”

With that, Ying Ying left through the back door.

Xu Changqing could only cheer up and prepare to entertain Yang Zhongliang.

At this time, Yang Zhongliang was still the chief butler of the Xu family, but he also joined the management of the camp, which was somewhat similar to Uncle Zhong.

According to Xu Changqing's status at this time, he can actually open a government and set up a formal staff organization.

But Xu Changqing's roots are still too shallow at this time, and his background is not enough, so he can only endure it for the time being.

However, the Li family in Shanhaiguan has now begun to sell their properties, and it is not surprising that May, June, June and July are about the same.

In August and September, when the Li family really migrates, the time will be ripe for the opening of the mansion, and the forces of checks and balances will be even.

After all, as long as Li Hongyun can bring Li Youwei's huge dowry, his merits can already compete with Yang Zhongliang and Uncle Zhong.

chatted with Yang Zhongliang for a few words, and Yang Zhongliang quickly turned to the topic, that is, one thing, "There is no money!" ”

Originally, Xu Changqing's savings could still support him for a while, but with the departure of Uncle Zhong and his fleet, including a red envelope of 10,000 taels for the eldest brother of the official, plus the necessary expenses on weekdays, Xu Changqing's foundation was basically dry.

"Uncle Liang, in the current state, how long can we hold on?"

Xu Changqing pinched Yin Tang tiredly and looked at Yang Zhongliang.

Yang Zhongliang smiled slightly bitterly: "Dashuai, our most economical expenditure now also needs more than five thousand taels a month, and at present, our silver deposit is only more than eight thousand taels......

"More than eight thousand taels?"

Xu Changqing's head was big for a while.

Even if you don't have any silver, you can borrow it from the Xu family, including letting the Xu family buy land, so as to cash out, but this is tantamount to drinking to quench your thirst, and it can't solve the fundamentals.

Xu Changqing pondered for a while, looked at Yang Zhongliang's eyes and said, "Uncle Liang, you don't have to worry about money, you still follow the normal rhythm." I also have a matter on my side that I want to discuss with you. That's our camp, and it's time to name it. ”

"Name?"

Yang Zhongliang also came back to his senses, nodded and said, "Dashuai, I'll do this matter immediately." Someone told me about this a few days ago, and I think everyone is already prepared. ”

"Hmm."

Seeing Yang Zhongliang away, Xu Changqing stood up, looked at the huge map, and also had thoughts in his heart.

The future is the era of the sea, and this new city must not be wrong to name it after the sea.

But it seems that the names 'Beihai' and 'Zhonghai' are not appropriate and not domineering enough.

After thinking for a while, Xu Changqing's eyes suddenly lit up, it seemed that it was good to call 'Haicheng', this is a building that belongs to . The city of the sea!

……

"Bang bang!"

"Bang ......"

In the evening, Xu Changqing inspected the Bird Gun Soldier Camp located in the hinterland of the military camp.

At this time, the firearms workshop had produced more than 120 qualified bird guns, and the scale of bird guns had reached more than 120 people at this time, which was led by Xu Changqing's most educated and Xu Changqing's henchman.

Miss Xu's natal name is Xu Xiu, and she is a man who does not give up, however, because of his delicate appearance and the relationship between her name, she has been called this title since she was a child.

Xu Xiu himself does not reject this nickname, but now there are not many people who can call him this nickname.

For the sake of formality, Xu Changqing also began to take the lead, no longer calling the nickname 'Miss Xu', but calling his name.

After these days of training, the bird guns have become quite large-scale, although there are only more than 100 bird guns and more than 100 regular soldiers, but there are nearly 300 reserve soldiers.

They are now starting to practice in batches, and they can make up for it when the follow-up bird guns are in place.

"Duan, Duan?"

"Dashuai, what does this mean?"

The two chatted for a while, and Xu Changqing suddenly threw out a new concept, Xu Xiu, who was almost admitted to the Xiucai exam back then, was a little confused.