What a huge expense it is to raise an army, especially if it is located on the border and there are many small wars, and the expenditure is even higher than that of ordinary armies.

As for what is a great battle, it is not the emperor who has the final say?

"Didn't King Han think of any other way?"

To the inquiring look of Yulang in the previous paragraph, Bai Ling added:

"I mean, in terms of medicinal materials, the imperial court does not give support, and the number of wound medicines produced in the north is limited, and this one thing alone is a lot of expenditure, and the king of Han can't always pay out of his own pocket to fill the pit."

"Your description is too apt, it's not just a pit, it's still a big pit that can be poor for generations."

Duan Yulang lay on his back and said helplessly:

"Bai Ling, we are partners and friends. If you can donate medicine to the border soldiers, I respect you...... Uh, female man. ”

Bai Ling grinded his teeth and touched it casually, but he didn't find an object that could smash people without accidents, but he couldn't find it.

"Slip of the tongue, anyway, if you understand what I mean, it's done."

Duan Yulang hurriedly sat up, smiled flatteringly, and saw that Bai Ling was not really angry, so he continued:

"To tell you the truth, the Duan family can become the richest man in Zixiao City, and it is inseparable from the care of King Han. However, over the years, the successive heads of the Duan family have secretly supported the Zixiao Army. In addition to weapons, the Duan family has done everything they can, and it can be said that most of their income is used in the army for free and namelessly. ”

"Mutual assistance and reciprocity do not suffer." Bai Ling expressed understanding.

If a businessman does not have a strong backer, he can only be swallowed, unless his own strength is strong enough, which is also the reason why Bai Ling does not dare to venture forward.

"Indeed, the decision of the Duan family's ancestors is correct, allowing the Duan family to stand tall in Zixiao City for many years."

Duan Yulang nodded, but said a little helplessly:

"However, it is precisely because of this that the Duan family is restricted from developing outward, and they can only stick to the land of Zixiao City. Over the years, the Duan family has set up dark piles in various places, but they have never been able to turn into a bright place, and the resources they have obtained are all negatively profitable. ”

Bai Ling was silent, thinking about the intention of Duan Yulang and himself in saying this.

looked at Bai Ling for a while, and saw that she was like an old monk, so she had to obey Bai Ling's calmness.

"Bai Ling, I am telling you this today because I know that you are ambitious. But in this world, many things are not determined by people. Instead of stumbling and being full of bags, it is better to choose the right path to the end, which is not the best outcome. Duan Yulang lowered his voice and said.

"Thank you Duan Gongzi for mentioning it, I will consider it carefully."

Bai Ling did not reply directly, but changed the subject:

"Since you have a relationship with the Zixiao Army, you will bring a message for me. Soldiers defending their homes and defending the country are the most respected, and their lives are the most precious. If the war is not so tight, there are military doctors who are willing to come and learn the art of suturing, and I am willing to teach them with all my might. ”

In some things, Bai Ling has his own bottom line and doesn't want to cause trouble to his family.

But for saving people, Bai Ling has his own dedication and is willing to share it with other doctors.

"Thank you." Duan Yulang arched his hand towards Bai Ling to express his gratitude.

If Duan Yulang knew that Bai Ling had already taught Chen Lao, I don't know if he would be so moved.

After accompanying Duan Yulang to eat, Bai Ling went back to his courtyard and didn't care about the send-off.

The family was busy for a day, so Bai Ling didn't say anything about the medicinal materials, and Duan Yulang knew that the Bai family was a guest at the banquet, so he didn't directly send the medicinal materials to the door.

Early in the morning of the second day, the Bai family began to get busy again.

Although the fighting at the border has eased, no one dares to guarantee when the next big battle will begin, and it is always good to be prepared for more medicinal herbs.

Bai Xiaoshan went home on vacation because of the killing of New Year's pigs at home, but because of something at home, he returned to the school the next day.

"Second sister, can we rest for a day later?" Bai Wei rubbed her sore back, looked at Bai Ling, who was still drinking soup, and asked.

"If you're tired, take a break. This batch of medicine is not in a hurry, so there is no need to rush it. Bai Ling looked at the family apologetically, "Daddy, you too, don't get tired." ”

"Silly girl, the next one is the birthday of you and Bai Wei, have you forgotten it?"

Bai Liushi glanced at Bai Ling and warned:

"What kind of rituals do we hold in our farmers' homes from time to time, but I have asked Aunt Fu'er, and the big families attach great importance to this. We don't invite so many guests, just have a lively time with our own family, and this is also your first birthday. ”

"Why don't you invite so many people? We don't accept gifts, we just invite people over for a drink, what else can anyone say? ”

Bai Sanshu rarely refuted the Bai Liu clan, slapped the table and said:

"Daban, anyway, there is no shortage of meat or vegetables at home, so we have to make a good time for our daughter. Last year, I patronized and made money, but no one remembered it, and the two girls didn't even eat eggs. ”

"What are you shouting at me, as if I forgot about it alone. If it's a big deal, I'll discuss it with Aunt Fu to see what to prepare, and we'll all follow the rules. "Bai Liu simply didn't want to keep a low profile.

Bai Ling held her forehead, can she say that she doesn't want to join in the fun?

It's very tiring to be the protagonist, and Bai Ling really doesn't want to embarrass himself.

But looking at Bai Wei's expectant look, Bai Ling had to nod in agreement.

As for the fact that no one in the family had a special birthday this year, Bai Ling really didn't pay attention to it.

In his previous life, when he was only with his grandfather, Bai Ling was looking forward to his birthday, and later he would find a way to avoid it......

Shaking his head, not allowing himself to think about those unpleasant things, Bai Ling held his cheeks and watched the family discuss the matter of the ceremony, and did not interject.

As the main master, although Bai Ling wanted to keep everything simple, after listening to Aunt Fu'er's words, his jaw almost fell to the ground.

After a salute, Bai Ling didn't dare to imagine whether he would be stripped of a layer of skin.

"Mother, there are so many good Zhu Hai jewelry in my house, but they are all brand new, so you don't need to buy them again, right?"

Bai Ling was dizzy when he heard this, so he had to interject:

"Even if Ming'er goes out early in the morning, it is estimated that it will be too late to go to Fucheng, the latest Zhu Hai in the town, when did our family lack it?"

"Then ......" Bai Liushi hesitated a little, and felt that what Bai Ling said made sense, but still insisted: "Aunt Fu, you help me pick and choose, this hairpin will be kept for a lifetime, and it can't be shabby." ”

"Hey, the slave will definitely help Madame with the check." Aunt Fu responded with a smile.

As for the dress, Bai Cao has already asked the people in the embroidery workshop to rush to work, but there is no need to go outside to buy ready-to-wear clothes.

Seeing that there was nothing to do here, and Bai Wei was very excited when she heard it, Bai Ling slipped back to her room.

"The hairpin is so important, it should be carefully prepared." Bai Ling plugged in the door and dodged into the space.

It was too late to make two hostas by taking advantage of the time difference, Bai Ling didn't want his family to have regrets in his heart, and he was willing to do something for them.

Shangguan Yu, who was far away at the border pass, had just finished a battle and returned to the tent full of blood, when he saw the carrier pigeon cooing on the table.