After figuring out these circumstances, Guo Kang probably has a number of Cao's requirements.

The influence of the Cao clan in the army has not been too strong, but their connections have always been good. In particular, the diplomatic environment of the Purple Horde was catastrophic in its early days. At that time, their efforts gave everyone a lot of help.

By Cao Xun and his sons and nephews, due to the increasing number of professional civil officials, they also began to "retreat" from the legion, like other families. Coupled with Cao Xun's own personal interests, he has done a good job in this regard. Although his eldest son Cao Zhonglin changed careers again, his two sons-in-law are still generals in the army.

But even so, for them, other aspects of the relationship are important. The impact on the Rus' region, for example, is an important part. And the important fulcrum of this influence lies in the special role of the Ryazan principality.

During the reign of "Viper" Oleg, Cao suffered the biggest crisis. But in the face of the pursuit of the Empress Dowager Helena, the tough and shrewd Oleg decisively chose to help his son-in-law hide. As he expected, the Queen Mother Helena did not have the ability to maintain the pursuit, nor could she reach so far without help. In the end, the matter did not work out, and Oleg also strengthened the relationship with the Cao family.

Relying on this special layer of connections, Oleg's career has also gone a lot smoother. According to Guo Kang's understanding, it will only be more radical than the situation in history. Unfortunately, these measures are not able to completely change the local social situation in the short term.

As for now, Archduke Fyodor, who is struggling to maintain the situation, needs the support of external forces even more. Others may question his authority, but everyone knows that Elena Olegovna of the Metropolitan is his sister and has always supported his rule. In this case, opponents also have to think more.

According to history, after that, Ryazan, who could not produce a tyrant, would gradually decline, and finally be annexed by Moscow, which had a less perfect system but a lot of tyrants. Even now, discerning people can already see that the decline is gradually emerging, so the local rulers are indeed willing to pay a part of the price in exchange for more direct intervention by the Purple Horde.

Lady Elena may have taken advantage of this opportunity to successfully convince them.

"I guess I understand." Guo Kang showed a clear expression.

Although it may sound a little strange to the Serisians. But not to mention the current era at the end of the Middle Ages, even in modern times, it is not uncommon for other countries to be allowed to recruit troops on their own territory. As long as the salary is high enough, it is not surprising that the whole country will become a mercenary.

Ryazan was theoretically a vassal of the Purple Horde, and this kind of thing was even more indifferent.

"I get it, too. If this plan is successful, then more farms can be set up in the Ryazan region as bases and demonstration areas. Not surprisingly, Theodora figured it out: "In this way, they can also observe us and try to solve management problems." ”

"Yes, and they will be safeguarded through this precarious time." Lady Elena said: "The Ryazan court is somewhat worried about the current situation. ”

"My father's measures back then, although they still seem to have many shortcomings, at least prove that even in the backward Rus' regions, there is still hope for this approach to be successfully realized. If Rome can help with the organization, the biggest problem will be solved. ”

"I think it's fine." Tuhuan also said: "Although their idea is ancient, but in the future, isn't it the Qin system?" Our Great Qin State also understands the Qin system, help them to change, and everyone will gain something. ”

"Uh......" Guo Kang thought about it, and felt that this was not too wrong, so he nodded.

"That's good." Lady Elena couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief: "I want to talk to you this time, mainly because I want to introduce these situations. In this way, it will be easier to cooperate in the future. Since everyone thinks it's okay, I'm relieved. ”

When it comes to that, the matter is over. Mrs. Elena asked Cao Jian to bring a few pamphlets, saying that they had negotiated a conscription plan. If there are no problems, they will be submitted to the Senate and the Council of Thirteen as part of the proposal.

Cao Jian agreed and handed out the booklet to everyone. Finally, he hesitated and asked Lady Elena, "Grandma, if you really want to send a demonstration team to Egypt this time, can I go with you?" ”

"Not this time." Mrs. Elena shook her head and said, "This time the situation is special, it is Guo Gongzi who leads the team. Don't fight, your grandfather and I will find a good opportunity for you to go back. ”

Cao Jian was obviously a little reluctant, his expression struggled, and he sat back stupidly.

"Or, let Cao Gongzi follow." Guo Kang felt that this was not good, and took the initiative to say: "There will be no shortage of vacancies in the expeditionary force, and it will be no problem to change them." If you go together, you can help each other. ”

"Don't mess around with him." Lady Elena shook her head. She had been consulting Guo Kang's opinion before, but only on this matter, she put on the posture of an elder and denied: "We have discussed with all parties several times before we can roughly determine the arrangement of the officers, and now we will make temporary adjustments, how can we tell others?" ”

Guo Kang can't help it now. He looked at Theodora and saw that the other party also shook his head slightly, not letting him say more. had to smile bitterly at Cao Jian, saying that he could only help here. He can't help other people's family affairs.

The next thing doesn't need Guo Kang to worry about.

The Queen Mother and Lady Elena kept Tuohuan and Theodora behind, and had something to say to them alone. And Guo Kang and the others were ready to leave. However, seeing Joanna walking towards Guo Kang and starting to talk, Theodora was not at ease again.

"I'll just discuss things here." She was in a hurry and said to Tuhuan, "You can play with your Anda." ”

Lady Elena didn't seem to feel good, but Queen Elizabeth looked back and forth, and seemed to understand what her granddaughter meant.

"Okay." She said, "Just go back and let Theodora talk to you and your father." ”

Tuhuan was quite happy about this, and turned around and ran to Guo Kang's side.

Joanna showed no signs of displeasure, and went out with them, walked to the wall, and stopped.

"Guo Gongzi." She took the initiative to ask, "I said half of it before, but I haven't finished it yet." Is there any new progress in your car's experiment? Do you need my help? ”

"That's great." Guo Kang hurriedly said: "I believe that these more convenient mobile power supply vehicles will have a more practical effect." ”

"Speaking of which, I was in a theater troupe before, and I saw that mirror." He remembered the equipment in the theater before: "Actually, it's good. If we make a device that can be put into use quickly, it can pay for itself as soon as possible, so that we can continue to research. Moreover, more people will be willing to invest in it. ”

"Speaking of which, how did you get in touch with Guo Kanganda? How did you remember to throw money at him? Dehuan next to him asked with interest: "His experiment was quite troublesome, I used to help him, but I spent a lot of effort to raise money." Did you know each other before, and you helped so much as soon as you came up? ”

Joanna chuckled when she heard this.

"I did know him before - but that's normal. Like ordinary citizens, I knew him, but he didn't recognize me. ”

"As for helping him fundraise, it's not just about funding." She explained: "Getting closer to someone like Guo Gongzi is an opportunity we have always dreamed of. ”

"Do you remember my parable? We are city merchants from a small aristocratic background, and our status is similar to that of a fox in the forest. I'm just a she-fox, and he's a powerful lion to me. Joanna looked at Guo Kang, her eyes fluttered, and inadvertently, she began to continue to approach him: "In this way, you can understand my choice." ”

"I get the meaning, but your analogy isn't quite right." Tuhuan shook his head: "We are not lions, we are wolves." ”

"Huh?" Joanna paused, slightly surprised, and seemed to be thinking quickly about the meaning of the metaphor.

"Because we are, Khitan Wolf Warrior!" Without waiting for her to think about it, she suddenly said her own settings out loud.

“……”

Guo Kang was directly speechless.

(End of chapter)