The complaint is going to be made, but the days still have to pass, just when Xu Jie was worried about how to enter Beiyang, the next day, Zhang Peilun came again. The old rules, talking at the dinner table, but this time they went to Lishunde. It was opened by a British missionary. The official name should be the Governor's Mansion Hotel, but in order to show that it follows the local customs, it also has a name of Li Shunde.

Xu Jie was quite puzzled, since the last time he had a big quarrel with Liu Buyun, although Zhang Peilun apologized when he left, but in Xu Jie's opinion, this is at most etiquette. But what I didn't expect was that not long after, this senior counselor of the Prime Minister actually came again, what was he doing here?

"I wonder what Mr. Xu's plans are for the future?" Zhang Peilun asked straight to the point.

"If I can, I want to stay in my homeland, and it is best to be in a position in Beiyang, which can be regarded as a meager contribution to my homeland." Xu Jie didn't hide it, because he knew that Xue Fucheng must have informed Beiyang of his thoughts, since the other party asked directly, then open the skylight and say something bright, there is nothing to hide.

"Mr. Xu is pregnant with his homeland, and he resolutely decided to return to China to serve, such loyalty can be learned, I don't know which Yamen in Beiyang you want to go to?" Zhang Peilun asked with a smile.

"Naturally, I want to go to the Beiyang Naval Division, Xu's expertise lies in maritime affairs and shipbuilding, and I lack a lot in shipbuilding, so the only thing left is naturally the Naval Division." Xu Jie said indifferently. In his opinion, Zhang Peilun's question is polite at most.

"It is okay to enter the Beiyang Naval Division as the chief soldier with your ability, but I am a major general of the Beiyang Naval Division. All ships are fully staffed. Zhang Peilun explained carefully. However, Mr. Xu can rest assured, once I get the position of pipe belt of the new Beiyang ship! I, Zhang, promise that you can take on it."

"Ugh." Xu Jie suddenly couldn't react. Zhang Peilun's last sentence shocked him too much. First of all, Zhang Peilun affirmed that Beiyang will definitely buy new ships. And nine times out of ten, this new ship is a new type of dome cruiser designed by Xu Jie. And this one is 280,000 pounds. Referring to the practice of the Beiyang Navy, generally each new warship is purchased 2 at once. (Personally, I think there are formation considerations in this.) As we all know, Beiyang's plan in the Battle of Dadonggou was to turn the formation into a formation of five double ships, and then insert into the opponent's column and then lead the battle into chaos. Therefore, there should be formation considerations for buying 2 ships at a time, as for Longwei, it is from the Fuzhou Shipbuilding Bureau, not from the purchase of warships, and Jiyuan is purchased with the balance of the purchase of Dingzhen, the two are an exception) On the other hand, Zhang Peilun actually said that he would be the pipe belt of one of the ships. This capital ship pipe belt was a 3-grade Dayuan in the Qing Dynasty. And let yourself serve as the pipe band of the latest warship in Beiyang. This is even more difficult. If it weren't for Zhang Peilun's occasional humorous joke, it would be that what Zhang Peilun said had the shadow of the top decision-maker in Beiyang. Everyone knows who this person is. But why is Lao Li so generous to himself, an outsider? Just one Xue Fucheng is not enough. But no matter what, this is good news for Xu Jie. Now that the Beiyang side has extended an olive branch. Then he must say something!

"I wonder how many new warships the Beiyang Navy Division plans to purchase?" Xu Jie asked quietly.

"Mr. Xu can guess." Zhang Peilun said with a smile.

"2 ships." Xu Jie didn't want to think about it, and directly stretched out two fingers and said.

"Why is Mr. Xu so sure?" Zhang Peilun asked with interest.

"It's very simple, most of the current capital ships of the Beiyang Fleet are two ships in one. This is not only a question of purchasing power, but also a problem of Beiyang's existing tactical system. All capital ships in the Beiyang have taken the bow against the enemy as the main mode of combat. In this case, if there are more than three of them in a group, there will inevitably be some trouble in command. In addition, considering financial resources, the price of the two new warships is 560,000 pounds, plus other accessories, that is, the return to the country, the final price of the two warships will not be less than 600,000 pounds, which is nearly 4 million taels of silver. And the Beiyang Naval Division's annual funds are only more than 1 million taels, right? Even if there are additional funds for the purchase of ships, with the Qing Dynasty, the special fund of 1 million taels a year is already the limit. Of course, it depends on whether the center can allocate funds!! After Xu Jie finished speaking, he glanced at Zhang Peilun.

"Mr. Xu is really intelligent, and he really knows my Beiyang financial resources and tactics well. Lord Xue's vision is really good. Zhang Peilun said as he took out a handkerchief and wiped his cold sweat. …,

"However, Xu believes that this new warship must be ordered at least 3 to be of great use." After Xu Jie finished speaking, he took out a pencil and drew on the paper as he spoke.

"What do you mean by that?" Zhang Peilun was quite curious.

"Mr. Zhang, have you read the books I wrote about the Japanese Navy?" Xu Jie asked.

"Naturally, I have read it, but Zhang is not familiar with maritime affairs, but he has also benefited a lot. Admiral Ding and General Liu were even more amazed. Speaking of this, Zhang Peilun emphasized the three words of Liu Zongbing. The meaning is very clear, that is, although Liu Zongbing was guilty of the crime in the last phase, he still takes Xu Jie very seriously.

"In the next five years or so, Japan will be equipped with four fast dome cruisers with a speed of more than 15 knots." Xu Jie said with certainty.

"And these 4 fast cruisers are all in the same color, with a large number of rapid-fire guns arranged on the side chord." Xu Jie glanced at Zhang Peilun, who was frowning, and continued.

"What does Mr. Xu mean is that the Japanese will form a formation with these 4 ships?" Zhang Peilun asked suspiciously. Although Zhang Peilun doesn't understand maritime affairs, he is still very smart.

"The speed of these 4 battleships is faster than that of the cruiser formations in the Beiyang, and the rate of fire of the guns is fast. This will be a lethal light cavalry, picking on the weakness of the Beiyang Naval Division and delivering a fatal blow. And more importantly, these 4 warships are not only powerful in firepower, but also can rely on their high speed, not only can they quickly intersperse, but also can cut into the battlefield at the right time, destroy the formation of the Beiyang Naval Division, and then introduce the battle situation into the rhythm of the Japanese side. Although he knew that Zhang Peilun didn't understand maritime affairs, Xu Jie still explained drawing for him very seriously.

"What does Mr. Xu mean that if I go to Beiyang to deal with such tactics as the Japanese first, the best way is to treat them in the same way? Ships with better firepower and faster sailing can deal with the enemy with the same tactics? If the other side wants to cut into our battle formation, we will respond in a formation composed of this type of warship? Zhang Peilun said while looking at the picture.

"Brother Zhang is really clever." Xu Jie exclaimed. "In order to achieve this goal, the strength of this fast fleet must be strong enough, although the **-class dome cruiser is excellent, but it is still not good to fight two against four. Therefore, there must be at least 3 to ensure that our Beiyang can have a big advantage in the confrontation of the fast fleet.

"Although Mr. Xu's words are good, but I am shy in my Beiyang bag. If I buy 3 new warships in Beiyang, I am afraid that I will have to spend 1.5 million taels of silver on the purchase of ships this year. Zhang Peilun couldn't help but shake his head and said.

"If I really want to buy this ship in Beiyang, Xu is willing to contribute 70,000 pounds as a down payment." Xu Jie saw that the time had come, so he said quietly. After speaking, he took out a check and wrote the amount and his name directly on it.

"With this, Beiyang can withdraw 70,000 pounds in cash directly from any bank in Italy. I am here to hand over to Mr. Zhang, I hope you can send it to Lord Zhongtang on my behalf. Xu Jie respectfully sent the bill to Zhang Peilun.

"How's that good?" Although he already knew that Xu Jie would do this, such a move still surprised Zhang Peilun, and more than 400,000 taels of silver were given away, which was really surprising.

"It's just some meager strength, if these more than 400,000 taels of silver can save my Qing people from fire and water, it will be a matter of Xu's heart." Xu Jie said solemnly.

"I Beiyang will definitely live up to Mr." At this time, saying more could not express Zhang Peilun's respect. Zhang Peilun slammed to the ground. In addition, Zhang had a reluctant request. Sir, can you sort out in detail the tactics of the fast fleet that Fang just told Zhang? So that I Beiyang carefully studied? ”

"After 2 days I will serve it." Xu Jie arched his hand and said.